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Post by M. on Aug 25, 2014 14:59:04 GMT -5
 Only three more weeks for the official launch of 'Why I Still Carry A Guitar' by Yusuf / Cat Stevens. The book chronicles Yusuf's journey to Islam and how it has shaped him into the man he is today. 'Why I Still Carry A Guitar' will be available on 16 September 2014, in both English and Arabic.  |
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Post by richina on Aug 25, 2014 17:43:52 GMT -5
Only three more weeks for the official launch of 'Why I Still Carry A Guitar' by Yusuf / Cat Stevens. The book chronicles Yusuf's journey to Islam and how it has shaped him into the man he is today. 'Why I Still Carry A Guitar' will be available on 16 September 2014, in both English and Arabic. so cannot wait...thanks for the heads-up!  I'm ashamed to say I didn't know anything about it!!  |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 25, 2014 18:50:05 GMT -5
I'm ashamed to say I didn't know anything about it!! I don't think anyone knew anything about it. He did mention on FB the possibility of a biography a while back. As for the content, I'm adopting a wait and see attitude. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 25, 2014 19:03:30 GMT -5
Very exciting news! I look forward to reading this book.
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Post by Uruguayo on Aug 31, 2014 10:38:34 GMT -5
Yusuf with John Deykin, General Manager of Motivate Books, reviewing the final proofs of 'Why I Still Carry A Guitar'.  |
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Post by coolcat on Aug 31, 2014 13:16:12 GMT -5
CAN'T. WAIT. FOR. THIS. BOOK! Meanwhile, I will patiently wait for it.... gif  *** |
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Post by coolcat on Aug 31, 2014 23:01:43 GMT -5
I'm ashamed to say I didn't know anything about it!! I don't think anyone knew anything about it. He did mention on FB the possibility of a biography a while back. As for the content, I'm adopting a wait and see attitude. To be honest, I and a good friend of mine knew about this book. Yusuf already confirmed it before he mentioned that on FB. He said in one of the articles that he is writing a new book which is a spiritual memoir due out last Ramadan. The book supposed and scheduled to be published last Summer but for some reasons expected to be released only by this Fall. |
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Post by coolcat on Sept 1, 2014 6:56:11 GMT -5
Finally, this is the month! Only two more weeks for the official launch. . . to the official release date. The "birth" of Yusuf's autobiography.
Let the countdown begins!
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Post by susea on Sept 2, 2014 14:01:42 GMT -5
Can't wait for this book
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2014 17:23:45 GMT -5
Has anyone outside the Arab Emirates placed an order for the book yet? I filled out my information, but when it came time to pay it redirects to another website that seems to have an Australian "dot" web address (.au)
I'm a little hesitant to put my info in on that website, not knowing if it's secure or not.
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Post by coolcat on Sept 17, 2014 4:40:09 GMT -5
@t4 Trust me, It's secure and a trusted website. Fast shipping (service) and accurate description. Please select either your Visa or Mastercard.  I have ordered few hours ago. After much anticipation, 'Why I Still Carry A Guitar', by Yusuf / Cat Stevens, was successfully launched yesterday evening. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 17, 2014 4:47:05 GMT -5
Thank you so much, coolcat! I think I was going to go ahead and place the order anyway, but you have made me feel more at ease. I so look forward to reading this book. PS: I loved the moving graphic of the 'patiently waiting' little kid you posted above. Too cute. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ (a few minutes later and t4t has ordered Yusuf's book. yay) Thanks for "motivating" me... which brings me to this: coolcat, there's a post on Motivate Book's facebook page regarding the book release. There are some nice pictures of Yusuf posted there; check it out: www.facebook.com/pages/Motivate-Books/535729143153236 |
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Post by crobarbie on Sept 17, 2014 6:45:59 GMT -5
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Post by coolcat on Sept 17, 2014 8:48:16 GMT -5
Thank you so much, coolcat! I think I was going to go ahead and place the order anyway, but you have made me feel more at ease. I so look forward to reading this book. PS: I loved the moving graphic of the 'patiently waiting' little kid you posted above. Too cute. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ (a few minutes later and t4t has ordered Yusuf's book. yay) Thanks for "motivating" me... which brings me to this: coolcat, there's a post on Motivate Book's facebook page regarding the book release. There are some nice pictures of Yusuf posted there; check it out: www.facebook.com/pages/Motivate-Books/535729143153236You're welcome t4t. No problem at all! Can't wait to get my copy soon!. I have seen the pictures and the link you just posted. I already put the 'album description' below my words up there (but forgot to share the link - to be edited). Thanks for providing the link. Ya, lucky and lovely people . PS: I loved that moving graphic too soo much. Ya - too cute. 'Cutie kiddy pie' Wish I was that kid!  ~ |
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Post by coolcat on Sept 17, 2014 8:53:34 GMT -5
crobarbie, I just wanted to put and share the link above too! Yay! Yusuf LIVE on Radio this Sunday.!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2014 11:44:54 GMT -5
Ahh... the doorbell just rang and I peeked out to see who's out there. A delivery man. I remembered that I had Yusuf's book on order, so ran to the door.
It's here!!
(gingerly opens package...YES..."Why I Still Carry a Guitar"!! yay!)
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Post by Novim on Sept 23, 2014 16:26:23 GMT -5
Mine arrived today too! Impressive serv ice to get it here from Dubai so quickly but I haven't had time to open it yet!
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Post by M. on Sept 27, 2014 2:42:51 GMT -5
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Post by blossom on Sept 27, 2014 4:52:11 GMT -5
THANKS M....and just as I was thinking poor Yusuf hand must be hurting ,I saw the photo of the beaming Yusuf...wonderful!!! |
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Post by coolcat on Sept 27, 2014 13:20:55 GMT -5
Hey guys!
Yusuf Islam - exclusive interview on Dubai Today. Tune in to this special interview to hear all about his spiritual journey from Cat Stevens to Yusuf Islam, and why he has picked up his guitar again. Tune in to Dubai Eye 103.8 from 10:00am (DUBAI TIME)*
*Dubai Today is on from 10am - 12pm. If you missed the show live (you can also listen back online) be sure to download the podcast from their website and listen to it whenever you are free. The podcast will be uploaded after the show on Sunday.
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Post by coolcat on Sept 27, 2014 13:23:04 GMT -5
Hey guys!
Yusuf Islam - exclusive interview on Dubai Today. Tune in to this special interview to hear all about his spiritual journey from Cat Stevens to Yusuf Islam, and why he has picked up his guitar again. Tune in to Dubai Eye 103.8 from 10:00am (DUBAI TIME)*
*Dubai Today is on from 10am - 12pm. If you missed the show live (you can also listen back online) be sure to download the podcast from their website and listen to it whenever you are free. The podcast will be uploaded after the show on Sunday.
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Post by coolcat on Sept 27, 2014 13:27:22 GMT -5
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Post by bookworm on Sept 28, 2014 8:17:01 GMT -5
To those who posted that they received their copy of Yusuf's book, how is it? Does it meet your expectations?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2014 13:44:52 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2014 12:41:01 GMT -5
I received the book and the first thing I did was look through it quickly to get a general idea of the focus, and to take a look at the photos. There is one particularly sad photograph that is so touching; it really bares his soul.
The book is not overly long, about 100 pages. At first you would think it is a quick read. But as I began reading I realized that Yusuf is trying to say something important here, and I can't rush through reading the words he has set upon the page.
It is interesting to follow his thought process as he has endeavored to understand things along his quest for spiritual knowledge and how that weaves into the fabric of his life. I am not even half way through the book, but I will say that it helps instill a tremendous amount of understanding. I learn so much from this man.
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Post by bookworm on Oct 3, 2014 13:30:30 GMT -5
t4tillerman,
Thanks for your description of your reaction to the book. It's very interesting and helpful.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2014 13:37:53 GMT -5
I can't find a vendor. It's not on Amazon.
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Post by aurarisma on Oct 12, 2014 22:19:27 GMT -5
I received the book and the first thing I did was look through it quickly to get a general idea of the focus, and to take a look at the photos. There is one particularly sad photograph that is so touching; it really bares his soul. The book is not overly long, about 100 pages. At first you would think it is a quick read. But as I began reading I realized that Yusuf is trying to say something important here, and I can't rush through reading the words he has set upon the page. It is interesting to follow his thought process as he has endeavored to understand things along his quest for spiritual knowledge and how that weaves into the fabric of his life. I am not even half way through the book, but I will say that it helps instill a tremendous amount of understanding. I learn so much from this man. which photo ?? can you upload it or snap it with your phone  ?? |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2014 22:34:50 GMT -5
No can do, I have a "dumb phone", an archaic no frills Nokia (but it does have "Peace Train" as its ringtone, yeah).
There are actually 2 such photos, one I have seen before, of a younger Yusuf wearing a white turban, looking down upon a baby he is holding in his arms (this photo appears in the booklet that comes with the Cat Stevens 4-cd set. I'm sure you've seen that photo).
The other one is of Yusuf dressed in white, standing upon rubble, a broken cradle at his feet, and Yusuf holding a baby's sweater. He's looking at the garment, probably wondering whatever became of the child, hoping the little one made it out of there alright.
Christina, haven't you ordered a copy of the book yet?
PS: I still haven't finished reading it... I've been bogged down with work & stuff.
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