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The Mountain Of Miracles
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The Mountain Of Miracles
Cleous Young
ISBN: 9780615234222
Cleous Young & Associates
Reviewed By Latonya Franklin
Official Apex Reviews Rating: ****
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Young David and his grandfather, on their daily trek to find
medicine to treat his grandfather's worsening illness, suddenly
stumble upon a thriving, prosperous village one day. Filled with
warm, personable individuals, the village is rife with the spirit of
community and shared responsibility, and the two of them are
instantly welcomed. Fitting right in, over the next few years the
village ultimately becomes their new home, and all of them - David,
his grandfather, and the villagers alike - couldn't be happier.
Eventually, everyone becomes aware of a special anointing on David's
life: his gift of artistry. After amazing everyone with his ability
to draw anything in precise, expert fashion, he accepts their
request to become the lead art teacher for the community. It isn't
long, though, before greed gets the best of David, and he begins
charging fees for his teachings and services - which completely
violates the communal spirit of the village. Though he is eventually
shunned and ostracized for his actions, David refuses to relent, and
his selfishness soon brings gloom and despair to everyone around him.
In light of the tragic circumstances that ensue, David is confronted
with a life-altering decision: either amend his self-serving ways
out of respect for his divine gifts, or live the rest of his life in
self- imposed isolation, from which no one benefits in the end.
In The Mountain Of Miracles, author Cleous Young does a commendable
job of presenting the reader with the very real consequences of
unchecked selfishness. In simple, straightforward - yet powerful
fashion, Young uses the allegory of David's life to highlight the
all-important virtue of humility, as well as what happens when it is
trampled under the weight of self-seeking greed. Ostensibly a
children's book, The Mountain Of Miracles is sure to enlighten
readers of all ages with its timely lessons, as well as its ability
to connect with minds and hearts across all races, creeds, and other
supposed divisions.
An engaging read with a strong central message, Cleous Young's
touching narrative is an inspiring literary treat.
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Children's Author Cleous Young Publishes Mountain of Miracles
November 3, 2008
The inspirational children's
book about the power of love and redemption will be released as an
interactive CD-Rom.
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Philadelphia, PA (PRnine - November 3, 2008) - Philadelphia-area
educator Cleous Young is releasing his first original title,
Mountain of Miracles, a children's story about the power of
redemption and community on November 24, 2008. What initially began
as a book, however, is now much more as Young is releasing the tale
on a CD-Rom format, which is Young's method of providing today's
youth with a more immersive literary experience while being
environmentally conscious. The CD-Rom is filled with additional
educational materials designed to enhance the experience for
children. Besides the pleasure of reading the book, youngsters can
experience the engaging and thought-provoking tale alongside a
catchy original song, as an audio book narrated by soothing female
voice, or as a puzzle that helps develop the child's language
skills.
Mountain of Miracles follows Grandfather and David as they embark on
a journey for herbal remedies to grandfather sickness. Their quest,
however, ultimately turns into a quest to cure David of a sickness
far deeper than grandfather's illness, as David begins to misuse the
gift of his grandfather's love and loyalty. Inspired by Young's own
hardships as a Jamaican immigrant wrongfully accused of a crime
while building a new life in the United States, Mountain of
Miracles is a story of redemption that aims to teach children
transcendental lessons in the meaning of life and the value of faith.
Young's gift for writing, along with the themes of faith, community,
and appreciation present in Young's work reflect his love for
children, and his belief in the responsibility of adults to nurture
the innocence of their souls. He began writing children's books as
a tribute to his role models, many of whom were adults from outside
his family. "I now feel I have the responsibility to teach someone
else, but I want to go just beyond one child," states Young. His
creative philosophy is firmly rooted in his ethics, and for this
reason, Young's stories convey a sincere sense of love and
appreciation for life in his characters and their trials.
The release party for Mountain of Miracles will be held on November
29, 2008 at Philadelphia's Walter D. Palmer Leadership Learning
Partner Charter, alongside the inaugural event for Young's Hope-Full
Foundation, a community organization dedicated to developing
character and leadership in Philadelphia's youth.
Mountain of Miracles is available for purchase online at
http://www.themountainofmiracles.com. Young is currently
working on his next title, The Genius of Keys.
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The Mountain of Miracles Board Game
The MOM Board Game is a dice game that journeys up or down the
climbing of a Mountain. Each player is given a different method to
climb the mountain, which reflects the real life situation of what
methods are used to achieve success. It is a family orientated Board
Game created by Cleous Young, which offers creativity, setbacks and
magnetizes the relationship of a family.
The Mountain of Miracles Play
The MOM Play is a theatrical aspect of the book that will satisfy a
family orientated appetite. Viewers of this masterpiece will witness
a more in-depth look at an adult version of the book. Crafted by the
author himself, Cleous Young, the Play creatively adds the resonance
of real life moralistic teachings.
The Mountain of Miracles Video Game
The MOM Video Game is a non-violent game, created by Cleous Young,
causes a user to interact both mentally and emotionally as he or she
tries to conquer each level, in hopes of reaching to the Top of the
Mountain. It is an extended version of the book, whereas the main
characters as duplicated and given a role of strength through
weapons and special anointed powers. To the fullness of the game,
there shall be the versions of a hand held device, a CD-ROM, and
disc of Blu Ray capabilities.
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