The Journeys of Socrates: An Adventure

Had I not been interested in Russian martial arts, Russian Orthodoxy and the era of the story, this book would have been a two star. I can say that it is well-written, and that it does flow easy and can be read in a day (even one long sitting). It's a little predictable, but it does have its positives. The role of the monk-warrior is of interest to me and Millman's description was believable and engaging. In particular I found the tie-in of Russian fighting arts with their unique styles and training methods to be a great touch.Even so, I know other readers wonder where this new history of Socrates came from, which is an understandable thought. What I think happened, and this is where his critics have a point (although I love the direction Millman's heading), is that he discovered Vladimir Vasiliev's fighting system and philosophy, which is in part rooted in Russian Orthodox Christianity, and he then decided to write the history of Socrates to fit into this mold. It is my favorite part of the plot, but it may seen disconnnected from the New Agers that so love his other works. I don't see them as mutually exclusive on the whole, but I can see how it could be odd.On the whole, a quick read that adds depth to Socrates and may introduce you to some new ideas and history.Enjoy!

Having read "Way of a Peaceful Warrior" years ago, I quickly bought "The Journeys of Socrates" but it sat on the shelf unread. The Universe has a way of working things out so recently I noticed the book in a box of books still packed from a move. I decided it was time to read.The Universe was correct.Though I had trouble getting into the beginning of the book, things turned around and soon I was drawn into the journey. The beginning tells the history of Socrates and at first I didn't see the relevance and wondered where "the good stuff" was; I later realized that this history was a key part of understanding Socrates, where he'd come from and what he overcame to become the person he was at the end of the book.Socrates' journey is so much like many in life. We hold on to anger and resentments and they overcome us, possess us. We hold them for years just as Socrates did. I only hope that more in the world learn to grow, evolve and let go of such anger and resentment to move on to the next level of themselves.Millman's prequel to "Way of a Peaceful Warrior" is an outstanding tome depicting Socrates' path to becoming a peaceful warrior. The book is filled with guidance and truth. I underlined many sentences throughout my reading.

This is a wonderful "Prequel" to the Way of The Peaceful Warrior book series by Dan Millman. It presents a a number of simple "truths" wrapped in a great story about the character Socrates from the book Way of The Peaceful Warrior. I suggest reading the other books first, then delving into this book. Dan Millman has a way of bringing the reader into the main character and unveiling simple human motives, advice, and spiritual principles. It has been a long time since I read the book so I can't comment on specifics. I got this copy as a gift for a friend who read the first book and wanted to read this book as soon as I mentioned it. Even if one is not so inclined to believe the spiritual principles presented within, the story line is gripping and a good read in and of itself. I strongly recommend this book to anyone, but especially those attracted to the saga, or the writings of Dan Millman.

I loved "Way of the Peaceful Warrior" when I first read it at least twenty years ago. And I've continuted to love it as I've re-read it periodically over the years. In "Warrior," Dan Millman created a myth that spoke to the young man I was on many levels -- the usefulness of getting lost and depressed, the possibility of finding a mentor, the magic of training and rigorous discipline, the totality of the present moment, the acceptance of the death of the ego, and the transcendence of life beyond death -- all in a fast-moving, involving story. It's a hard act to follow. This is by far the best of Millman's subsequent novels. It is a much more mature book from a more mature writer for a more mature reader. While the author is still concerned with many of the same themes, he brings in many others with greater depth and seriousness -- devasating loss, ethnic violence, evil, vengence and much more. Who knew that old trickster Socrates came from and through such a dark place? A must read.

I've read The Peaceful Warrior so many times, and I feel that it has become a guidebook in my own life. So when I discovered a book that tells us more about Socrates, I knew I had to read it.I expected more of an autobiography that what is actually presented in the book, but I was still hooked from the beginning. I read this book over the course of 2 days, and I had to make myself put it down and go to bed last night...Similar to The Peaceful Warrior, I kept wanting to know where fact and fiction meet. But I found the story of Socrates to be tragic, fascinating, believable, and yet not at the same time. I noticed a lot of parallels in the ideas between The Peaceful Warrior in this book, but Socrates offers many unique lessons in his search.If you've read The Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman, I would say that it is likely you will like this book as well. If you haven't read any of Mr. Millman's books, this is still a great story, though incredibly graphic in some areas.

I am. Trying to write a review of this book.I salute these elders. Modern man is "knowth but a tall drink of water" in comparison to the characters of this fiction. I went to the lumber yard because I too decided to build mine own coffin, but the lumberyard man saw my soft hands and laughed, and gave me gate, saying "you'd best go out and man up first". So I went to the shop next door and bought myself an ice-cream cone, a 99 with a flake. I ate it too fast because I was sulking and I got an ice-cream headache but I decided to be really tough and not to complain about it.I am going to re-read this book, but not today, tomorrow maybe, I 'adjourn' it.

This book is amazing, it does help if you've read 'Way of the Peaceful Warrior'. But you can read it in its own right, the book has so many ways to stop and make you think. it opens you're mind up, and is an outstanding way into Spirititualism and to helping you keep your Power/Energy for you and you alone. this book is one I've recommended to many and everyone has loved it. If you want to learn how to stop feeling so drained all the time, what other senses you have read this book and it will start you on a life changing journey, for the better.

People seem to be really taken by Dan Millman's "peaceful warrior" franchise , but this book departs from what I understand the other books are in that it is a novel, albeit one that has similar philosophical undertones. Its an enjoyable and easy read, but a novel poorly written in a style typical of many non-fiction writers. I found the characters simplistic and one dimensional and the plot such as it is pretty predictable and forgettable.I bought it on the recommendation of someone who said this book changed their life. I really think he must have been talking about a different book.

I found this book very liberating specially when socrates was training under his master the lessons were things i already new but reading them in a refreshed way ,also his teacher reminded me of O'sensei the enlightened founder of aikido . I think when you read enough of these books like conversations with god , power of now , way of the peaceful warrior and all the ancient and modern scriptures by all the sages and saints you realise there is only one universal teaching and it was staring you in the face all along only when our perception changes do we see them .

This is perhaps the best book so far by Dan Millman. A fantastic prequel to the WotPW series. It is written in a compelling style that makes it hard to put down. I found myself trying to 'ration' my reading of it to allow its deeper messages to soak in. Interesting, thought provoking, moving and immersive.