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The Way of the Phoenix: Tales and Teachings
"The Way of the Phoenix" is a companion volume to "The Gospel of the Phoenix." As the latter book explored the life of Jesus from a new perspective, this work uses the style of wisdom literature to offer insights into life, ethics and meaning. "The Way of the Phoenix" is divided into two sections. The first is a series of tales modeled after the parables of Jesus, the fables of Aesop, the stories of Hans Christian Andersen and others. The second is a series of teachings in the style of proverbs, sayings and aphorisms, grouped according to subject matter. All the material here is original, but the subjects are familiar. "The Way of the Phoenix" is a work in the tradition of Kahlil Gibran, Paul Coelho and others who have used the language of legend and fable to tell new stories based on timeless truths.
174 pages, Paperback
First published June 9, 2013
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About the author
Stifyn Emrys
13 books35 followersStifyn Emrys has written on subjects as diverse as history, religion, politics and language. He has served as an editor for fiction and non-fiction projects, and his first book, "The Gospel of the Phoenix," a new perspective on the life of Jesus, was published in July 2012. A first anniversary Special Edition has been published, including 60 pages of author commentary, classic illustrations and reformatted text for easier reading.
He has published seven subsequent works:
1) "Requiem for a Phantom God," a critique of monotheism.
2) "The Phoenix Principle," an examination the role Pagan folklore and political intrigues played in the development of Western religion.
3) "Undefeated," a series of vignettes focusing on individuals who have triumphed over bullying, bigotry and oppression.
4) "Feathercap," a new fairytale for children and adults.
5) "Identity Break," the first installment in a new "Identity Quest" YA/science fiction/adventure series and the author's first novel.
6) "Artifice," a novella in the "Identity Quest" series.
7) "The Way of the Phoenix," a collection of original fables, proverbs and parables.
The author has lectured occasionally on the pagan origins of Christianity and continues to research the development of religious traditions. He has worked as an editor, columnist, educator and reporter. He is currently working on his first novel. He lives in California with his wife, stepson, one cat and one dog.
He has published seven subsequent works:
1) "Requiem for a Phantom God," a critique of monotheism.
2) "The Phoenix Principle," an examination the role Pagan folklore and political intrigues played in the development of Western religion.
3) "Undefeated," a series of vignettes focusing on individuals who have triumphed over bullying, bigotry and oppression.
4) "Feathercap," a new fairytale for children and adults.
5) "Identity Break," the first installment in a new "Identity Quest" YA/science fiction/adventure series and the author's first novel.
6) "Artifice," a novella in the "Identity Quest" series.
7) "The Way of the Phoenix," a collection of original fables, proverbs and parables.
The author has lectured occasionally on the pagan origins of Christianity and continues to research the development of religious traditions. He has worked as an editor, columnist, educator and reporter. He is currently working on his first novel. He lives in California with his wife, stepson, one cat and one dog.
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August 27, 2013
When I won this book from Goodreads First Reads contest, I wasn't sure what it was about. It a wonderful, inspiring book about fables, proverbs, and tales. I feel so much better about life after reading this book.
August 4, 2013
Common sense, redefined through wisdom.
"Serve Justice in accord with truth and conscience, not in accord with those lies of those who would reforge it in their own image."
Tales 5:10"
Having heard of The Gospel of the Phoenix and how well it was written, but not reading it as of yet myself, I was expecting a good read in The Way of the Phoenix. I was not, however, prepared for how much taken aback I would be in just the first few pages of the Prelude. Not only does it prepare a reader, such as myself, who might not be familiar with Stifyn’s work, but the insight it shows into how thing’s should be viewed by all is incredible. Being able to put such thoughts into words that can be understood by many all at once, is truly something I can not fathom being done in any better manner than this.
The layout makes the read comfortable for anyone. Whether you get sucked into a story and read for half the day (as I read in its entirety in one sitting), or are someone with a busy lifestyle that can only pick up a read here and there: you will never be left confused or wondering where the author is going. Mainly, I say this for not only how everything is presented, but also for how easily it grabbed me with the intuition behind every thought.
Encompassing everything from personal matters, to those of Society, the ‘All’, and the World/Life in general: both the ‘verses’ that are short quips in and of themselves, and stories enveloping a ‘chapter’, speak to a part of me that I wish more had the ability to do so. The information within this book, although stated as merely thoughts of a single author, I feel would become a great template for modern-day common sense; IF we were able get more people to open their minds in a rational manner. Until that happens, I can only hope that this message gets spread rapidly for the great wisdom it is.
I will, most certainly, be grabbing a copy of The Gospel of the Phoenix, as well as continuing back into reading this over again.
"Serve Justice in accord with truth and conscience, not in accord with those lies of those who would reforge it in their own image."
Tales 5:10"
Having heard of The Gospel of the Phoenix and how well it was written, but not reading it as of yet myself, I was expecting a good read in The Way of the Phoenix. I was not, however, prepared for how much taken aback I would be in just the first few pages of the Prelude. Not only does it prepare a reader, such as myself, who might not be familiar with Stifyn’s work, but the insight it shows into how thing’s should be viewed by all is incredible. Being able to put such thoughts into words that can be understood by many all at once, is truly something I can not fathom being done in any better manner than this.
The layout makes the read comfortable for anyone. Whether you get sucked into a story and read for half the day (as I read in its entirety in one sitting), or are someone with a busy lifestyle that can only pick up a read here and there: you will never be left confused or wondering where the author is going. Mainly, I say this for not only how everything is presented, but also for how easily it grabbed me with the intuition behind every thought.
Encompassing everything from personal matters, to those of Society, the ‘All’, and the World/Life in general: both the ‘verses’ that are short quips in and of themselves, and stories enveloping a ‘chapter’, speak to a part of me that I wish more had the ability to do so. The information within this book, although stated as merely thoughts of a single author, I feel would become a great template for modern-day common sense; IF we were able get more people to open their minds in a rational manner. Until that happens, I can only hope that this message gets spread rapidly for the great wisdom it is.
I will, most certainly, be grabbing a copy of The Gospel of the Phoenix, as well as continuing back into reading this over again.
June 12, 2013
An absolutely fabulous book. Mr. Emrys is such a wise individual, this book is like the blueprint for a new religious philosophy!
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