Review of The Final Keystone
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Review of The Final Keystone
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Final Keystone" by John Kevin Crowley.]
"The Final Keystone" by John Kevin Crowley showcases the truths that history has conveyed over time in various ways. It is a non-fiction book divided into two chapters. The first chapter discusses the lives and contributions of great Greek philosophers such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, as well as the history of Rome, the Dark Ages, the American, French, and Russian revolutions, World War I and II, and others.
The second chapter emphasizes how to achieve awareness and stop avoiding mistakes again and again by learning lessons from history. This part delves into the intertwined themes of trust, betrayal, awakening, and human evolution, spanning historical, philosophical, and literary contexts. The discussion extends to governance and the importance of balanced systems that uphold truth and accountability. The judicial system is highlighted as a tool for uncovering deceit and promoting transparency. Throughout, there's an emphasis on individual and collective responsibility, self-awareness, and the power of storytelling and metaphors in conveying deeper truths. In the “EPILOGUE - IS LANGUAGE THE ENEMY WITHIN?”, the power of language and its role in controlling narratives throughout history is discussed.
Some of the sayings, I like most from book are, “the only evil is ignorance”, “If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, Infinite.”, “ Change can occur through awareness, education, and choice. It does not have to occur through violent revolution, war, and economic collapse.”, “The self-motivation and self-preservation are driving forces. When self-motivation and self-preservation are properly focused through a balanced governmental system, we all benefit. The democratic system provides this vehicle”.
The book is flawless; nothing bad can be said about it. Due to the sheer number of historical events discussed, the first section—especially the one on Rome—may seem daunting to individuals who aren't interested in history. However, readers will be astounded if the emphasis is shifted to the analysis and assessment of the consequences of those occurrences in the book.
In this book, John Kevin Crowley emphasizes that history serves as a reflection of our internal struggles and unresolved issues. Its perception can reveal unlearned lessons for personal and societal evolution and growth. The book was meticulously proofread, and its style of writing is very simple. I haven't found any mistakes that would make it difficult for me to read. The excellent analytical capability and simplistic style of explaining historical events and their perception aim at avoiding repeated mistakes, making the book a masterpiece. Everyone who reads the book is sure to be strongly impressed. The excellent style of explaining historical events and the wisdom of great philosophers in the first part of the book, coupled with a tremendous analysis of those events from the perspective of awakening ourselves, make it deserving of a 5 out of 5 rating. The book is a reflection of the author's excellent analytical power. I would recommend this book to everyone; leaders or those aspiring to become great leaders must read it.
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The Final Keystone
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"The Final Keystone" by John Kevin Crowley showcases the truths that history has conveyed over time in various ways. It is a non-fiction book divided into two chapters. The first chapter discusses the lives and contributions of great Greek philosophers such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, as well as the history of Rome, the Dark Ages, the American, French, and Russian revolutions, World War I and II, and others.
The second chapter emphasizes how to achieve awareness and stop avoiding mistakes again and again by learning lessons from history. This part delves into the intertwined themes of trust, betrayal, awakening, and human evolution, spanning historical, philosophical, and literary contexts. The discussion extends to governance and the importance of balanced systems that uphold truth and accountability. The judicial system is highlighted as a tool for uncovering deceit and promoting transparency. Throughout, there's an emphasis on individual and collective responsibility, self-awareness, and the power of storytelling and metaphors in conveying deeper truths. In the “EPILOGUE - IS LANGUAGE THE ENEMY WITHIN?”, the power of language and its role in controlling narratives throughout history is discussed.
Some of the sayings, I like most from book are, “the only evil is ignorance”, “If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, Infinite.”, “ Change can occur through awareness, education, and choice. It does not have to occur through violent revolution, war, and economic collapse.”, “The self-motivation and self-preservation are driving forces. When self-motivation and self-preservation are properly focused through a balanced governmental system, we all benefit. The democratic system provides this vehicle”.
The book is flawless; nothing bad can be said about it. Due to the sheer number of historical events discussed, the first section—especially the one on Rome—may seem daunting to individuals who aren't interested in history. However, readers will be astounded if the emphasis is shifted to the analysis and assessment of the consequences of those occurrences in the book.
In this book, John Kevin Crowley emphasizes that history serves as a reflection of our internal struggles and unresolved issues. Its perception can reveal unlearned lessons for personal and societal evolution and growth. The book was meticulously proofread, and its style of writing is very simple. I haven't found any mistakes that would make it difficult for me to read. The excellent analytical capability and simplistic style of explaining historical events and their perception aim at avoiding repeated mistakes, making the book a masterpiece. Everyone who reads the book is sure to be strongly impressed. The excellent style of explaining historical events and the wisdom of great philosophers in the first part of the book, coupled with a tremendous analysis of those events from the perspective of awakening ourselves, make it deserving of a 5 out of 5 rating. The book is a reflection of the author's excellent analytical power. I would recommend this book to everyone; leaders or those aspiring to become great leaders must read it.
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The Final Keystone
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