Becoming Me: A Story of Creation [Paperback]

Wish I'd had Martin Boroson's Becoming Me, a Story of Creation, illustrated by Christopher Gilvan-Cartwright, when my three-year-old asked "Is God real or pretend?" Visionary paintings and simple yet profound words present the mystical aspect of existence without the bog of religion. A beautiful book, best kept for the Big Questions, and an ideal gift for those of a spiritual bent. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

"BECOMING ME is a little book that tells a very big story. Told in simple language with radiant full-colour illustrations, the book brings us on a journey through the very mystery of life itself, reminding us of our connection with the divine source of all creation. Accessible to both children and adults the simplicity of the words and pictures allows us access to the deepest realms of understanding too often shrouded behind complex theories and psycho-babble. Becoming Me is told with a tremendous open heart and with each turn of the page we stride deeper into ourselves discovering our place in the overall scheme of things and all the potential that that creates. A practitioner and lecturer in the field of transpersonal psychology, psychotherapist Martin Boroson succeeds in communicating essential spirtual truths in an easy to understand way that touches the very core of our being. The book also includes handy references for further reading by some of the current thinkers in transpersona/integral studies in the world today. A delightful and insightful book." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

"If you ever want to give someone a lovely present I have a suggestion for you - Becoming me - a story of creation. It is a lovely book - sweet and simple - still very wise and profound. It tells a very short and personal story of what it feels like to wake up to a higher spiritual understanding of the universe, wonderfully illustrated with pictures in the most fantastic colours. It is a book I can recommend for everyone in all age groups, from one-year-olds upwards." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From rich endpapers that suggest the golden oozing goo of creation to the gloriously hued chaotic mass at its end, we sense the relationship of color, light, and sound in the cosmic creation-and at the heart of it all is the voice of God. Daring? Yes. Presumptuous? No. There is a humility and simplicity-and just enough mischief-in the writing that makes it somehow plausible that the person of God has written this book, describing the enormous complexity of creation in terms of self-discovery. It resolves beautifully in the way that God becomes human, and how in human form we still forget that we are God. Profound fun for all ages, a delight for anyone who enjoys pondering imponderables. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Somehow Boroson and his illustrator, Christopher Gilvan-Cartwright, let us enter into the paradoxical mysteries of being both the Created and the Creator. It invites us to flow with remembering through the roles which we assume in creating, witnessing, and playing/participating in this universe. . --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

"Once upon a time ... I was. There was nobody who knew that I was ... But I was." So begins a story of creation and consciousness that explores the questions children-and all of us-ask: How did we come to be? What is our place in the world? Martin Boroson, has written a vivid evocation of being; Christopher Gilvan-Cartwright has illustrated it with paintings of great depth and richness. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

God first, in full colour. Christopher Gilvan-Cartwright honours Martin Boroson's Becoming Me, a deceptively simple expression of the nature of the Divine, with breathtaking artwork. Certainly a starting point for spirituality. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

A stunning children's picture book that explores the creation in simple words and dramatic illustrations. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Gilvan-Cartwright's spare, vivid, broadly stroked paintings capture the feeling as well as the difficult concepts of the narrative, beginning with abstract images and gradually moving on to recognizable shapes. The approach and the art work nicely together not only to captivate children but also to provide much opportunity for discussion. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

'Becoming Me' undoubtedly captures the emerging spirit of the 21st century. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

My all time favourite book for children. This beautifully illustrated and simple book cleverly introduces the concept of creation to young readers while carefully avoiding any categories of religion. Instead, the focus is on belonging, noticing the beauty in the natural world surrounding you, and realising you are psrt of a much bigger process. A fantastic book for parents to share with their children before bed. (Image Magazine (Eire) )

Both the simple text and the lush artwork provoke engagement, imagination and questions. (Montessori International )

Becoming Me is for people of all faiths and those of no particular faith. You can read alound or contemplate it quietly. Its for your child and its for you. The illustrations by Christopher Gilvan-Cartwright are superb. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

This is breathtaking spirituality in gloriously few, very beautiful words and wonderfully inspiring pictures. It is the eternal beginning and the manifestation of love, light and creation. It is an expression that any religion would find compatible. How extraordinary of Martin Boroson to have found such transcendental images. Buy this book for yourselves, for your children and your grandchildren, and for everyone you know and love, or would like to love. It is the ideal birthday, Xmas or any other present. Buy it for art lovers just for its illustrations; buy it for mystics just for its message. Buy it and give it. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Simply written but full of depth. Beautifully illustrated and designed book ... aimed for chldren but which could appeal to all ages offering in few words the concept of creation and our relationship with the whole. Simply written but full of depth. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Bright and beautiful-a much-needed reminder for children of all ages that we are truly God's own children. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the God in us and the us in God. A mystical midrash about the interconnectedness of all life, about the God in us and the us in God. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

A wonderful book. This is a wonderful book. Combining deep personal experience and creative imagination, Martin Boroson has succeeded in conveying the wisdom of the perennial spiritual teachings concerning the creation of the world we live in and our own nature. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

It is vital for children to understand the creation of the universe and their place in it. 'Becoming Me' goes a long way to breaking down the barriers of religious and cultural differences allowing us to see that we are in fact 'one' and it successfully answers the ultimate question 'where do I come from?'. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

The simplest and sweetest way to remind us that the Divine is shining in us all the time and that "we" are ultimately, "me". --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Have you ever imagined how you came to be? Do you stop and wonder what your place is in creation? Becoming Me presents a way of looking at life and the meaning of our existence, based on timeless spiritual insights. The simple words and beautiful illustrations touch something deep within us. With each page turn, we begin to see our place in the world and realize the potential of our lives. We discover that we are part of something greater and experience our connection to all things and to one another. Becoming Me speaks from the heart, with a voice heard in every language and tradition - a little voice that tells a very big story...

One day, in meditation, I experienced a presence so vast and embracing that there was no longer any up or down, in or out, this or that. There was just One Mind, everywhere and always, taking different shapes, moment by moment.

God was everywhere, singing to me and through me. God’s deepest desire, I realized, is to play … to explore everything that is possible … and from this desire, the world is born. For only here, in form, can God experience the joys and heartbreak of being alive, of being you and being me. For God, who is so big, the greatest challenge is … being little.

Then I heard a voice, wise but full of wonder: ‘Once a upon a time, I was'. Immediately I wondered if all the big spiritual ideas about our world could be expressed in a ‘little’ story.

Becoming Me is the result … a story of creation as told by the Creator, the story of a God who loves to play. In writing it, I checked my thoughts with lots of different religions, but mostly I just listened for that big little voice in me, and followed, and discovered that the biggest ideas make the most sense when expressed simply, from the heart.

I hope that Becoming Me speaks to you, your child, and the child in you … that it reminds you our world is a divine play, and the ultimate nature of life is love.

Martin Boroson is widely recognized for his ability to communicate important spiritual ideas to young and old alike. He has trained in transpersonal psychology with Dr Stanislav Grof and lectures and leads workshops around the world. He now lives in Dublin where he writes plays, and directs the Temenos project, dedicated to developing the transformational potential of theatre.

Chris Gilvan-Cartwright's work has been exhibited extensively. He has received a variety of commissions including BBC Proms main illustration and logo for their corporate identity 1998. He currently lives in Brighton.