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For the millions of Americans who want spirituality without religion, Sam Harris’ new book is a guide to meditation as a rational spiritual practice informed by neuroscience and psychology.

From multiple New York Times best-selling author, neuroscientist, and “new atheist” Sam Harris, Waking Up is for the 30 percent of Americans who follow no religion, but who suspect that Jesus, Buddha, Lao Tzu, Rumi, and the other saints and sages of history could not have all been epileptics, schizophrenics, or frauds. Throughout the book, Harris argues that there are important truths to be found in the experiences of such contemplatives – and, therefore, that there is more to understanding reality than science and secular culture generally allow.

Waking Up is part seeker’s memoir and part exploration of the scientific underpinnings of spirituality. No other book marries contemplative wisdom and modern science in this way, and no author other than Sam Harris – a scientist, philosopher, and famous skeptic – could write it.

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Customers find the book engaging and thought-provoking, praising its eloquent writing style and clear explanations. Moreover, they appreciate its spiritual insights, particularly its exposure of the importance of meditation, and its vast informative content, with one customer noting its comprehensive neuroscience discussions. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its refreshing approach and the author’s brilliance. However, customers disagree on the comprehensibility, with some finding it hard to follow, and some criticize the criticism and humor about religions as unnecessary.

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