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Summary: If only today......................
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I first read Blue when I was a young teenager, and the short novel's simplicity, purity, expression, and color all formed how I viewed the world for the rest of my teenage years. Like Christ, Blue.... who I believe manifests modern-day real-world Christianity, or perhaps even a contemporary St. Francis of Assisi imagery..... found God's colorful inspiration in the good and bad in the world that surrounded him.
Its a shame that Mr. Blue has gone out of print, and over the years I've taken pleasure in hunting down, buying and gifting copies of this wonderful book.
If only today's youth could be be inspired to love, laughter and service through a book as wonderful as Mr. Blue. If only today's adults could revel in making the wonderful dreams found in this book come alive....
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Summary: This book affected my life
Review: I don't know how I got a hold of this book when I was between 8 and 10 years old, but I'm glad that I did. I lost this book many years ago (20+) but have never forgotten it's message, LOVE LIFE, because it's beautiful, not in spite of the bad, but sometimes because of the bad. If you can get your hands on this book, do so, you'll be glad you did.
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Summary: Ever new Mr. Blue still in circulation
Review: I first read Mr. Blue in 1963. He changed my life. Myles Connolly's tale of one man who embraces life with a rare exuberance is so refreshing. Although written in 1928, this book refuses to die as successive generations pass on the story. Mr. J. Blue takes living what it means to be Christian seriously. Both funny and full of pathos, Mr.Blue is truly a Twentieth Century American classic.
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Summary: Ever new Mr. Blue still in circulation
Review: I first read Mr. Blue in 1963. He changed my life. Myles Connolly's tale of one man who embraces life with a rare exuberance is so refreshing. Although written in 1928, this book refuses to die as successive generations pass on the story. Mr. J. Blue takes living what it means to be Christian seriously. Both funny and full of pathos, Mr.Blue is truly a Twentieth Century American classic.
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Summary: Mr. Blue will change your life
Review: I was given this outstanding work as a gift by one of the most precious people that has ever touched my life. She told me that whenever we were together, Jay Blue kept popping into her head so she gave me my treasured copy. I've probably read the book 100 times and continually find peace, encouragement and delight. No author has ever had such a profound effect upon my life and those I love. Whatever the price - read it!
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Summary: One of the Most Beautiful Books Ever Written!
Review: I'm not ashamed to say that this book prompted my conversion to Christianity. If you read it, you will see why. I taught English literature for twenty years before I picked up this book in a dentist's office. I was immediately captivated. Then I was heartbroken. (Saying goodbye to Mr. Blue is not easy to do.) The next step for me? I decided to follow in his footsteps!
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Summary: Excellent story about an excellent man
Review: Mr Blue was my dads favorite book. 25 years ago, while I was away in the service, he suggested I read it. I went into a book store and ordered a copy. I have read it probably 10 times since then. I have been inspired by it and enjoyed it thoroughly each time. I see the edition of it I have selling for $$$. I wouldn't sell it for $$$$.! Like Jay Blue, dads been gone now for many years but I can still see his heart in this book.
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Summary: Excellent story about an excellent man
Review: Mr Blue was my dads favorite book. 25 years ago, while I was away in the service, he suggested I read it. I went into a book store and ordered a copy. I have read it probably 10 times since then. I have been inspired by it and enjoyed it thoroughly each time. I see the edition of it I have selling for $$$. I wouldn't sell it for $$$$.! Like Jay Blue, dads been gone now for many years but I can still see his heart in this book.
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Summary: Mr. Blue will change your life
Review: Simply: the story of the happiest man in the world. (And his happiness WILL affect you.)
I first read this book 30 years ago; I have reread it many times since. It is part of my being. . .a part of my better being.
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Summary: One of the Best
Review: There are only a handful of books that teach one how to live life....how to believe in something.... This is one.........
I read this book when I was very young.... 40+ years ago (?)
Whether you discover it early or late in life it will make a difference to you and all those whom you know!
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