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La Cabaña: Donde la Tragedia Se Encuentra Con la Eternidad
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La Cabaña: Donde la Tragedia Se Encuentra Con la Eternidad
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La Cabaña: Donde la Tragedia Se Encuentra Con la Eternidad

Written by Wm. Paul Young

Narrated by Frank Rodriguez

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

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La hija menor de Mackenzie Allen Phillips, Missy, desaparece durante unas vacaciones familiares. En el proceso de su busqueda se encuentran evidencias de que pudo haber sido brutalmente asesinada en una cabana abandonada en lo mas profundo de los bosques de Oregon. Transcurridos cuatro anos, Mack recibe una extrana carta, firmada por Dios, que la conmina a reunirse con el en el lugar donde la nina murio. A pesar de lo aparentemente absurdo de la situaticion, decide acudir a la cita y sumergirse de nuevo en su mas oscura pesadilla; lo que alli sucede camibara su vida siempre.
LanguageEspañol
Release dateDec 30, 2008
ISBN9781600246876
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La Cabaña: Donde la Tragedia Se Encuentra Con la Eternidad
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Wm. Paul Young

William Paul Young was born in Canada and raised among a Stone Age tribe by his missionary parents in the highlands of former New Guinea. He suffered great loss as a child and young adult and now enjoys the “wastefulness of grace” with his family in the Pacific Northwest. He is the author of Lies We Believe About God and the New York Times bestsellers The Shack, Cross Roads, and Eve.

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  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    I don't normally read books on theology but this was on The Great American Read list so I HAD to get to it. It wasn't an awful read, I loved the narrator who really made the whole sad story sound homey and comforting. Mackenzie Phillips isn't in a great place in his life. After the brutal disappearance of his daughter and the strain it placed on his family, he's hardly equipped to deal with religion, he's just going through the motions. One day he receives an odd piece of mail, a note from God telling him to meet him at the shack (the last known place his daughter was at), and against his better judgement he actually goes. What transpires there in that shack changes his outlook on life, his attitude, and his spirituality. This book questions your beliefs on God, Jesus, the Holy Trinity, the afterlife, the what ifs and many other questions, especially the classic; "why do bad things happen to good people?"
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    I was attracted to this book by the reviews. Half of them wrote that this was the best book they’d ever read – an amazing book! The other half said that the book was utter rubbish – and very badly written too.I’ll reveal the beginning of the plot. Mack’s beloved daughter, Missy, is missing, kidnapped by a serial killer and presumably murdered. This is termed “the great sadness”.Later, Mack finds a note in his mailbox from Papa, which is his wife’s name for God, saying that He’d be waiting for him at the shack next weekend. The shack was where they found Missy’s blood-soiled dress, so it was probably the scene of the crime, and thus about the most difficult place for Mack to visit.Mack’s wife, Nan, is not at home and Mack decides to make a trip to the shack to meet Papa (God).He does in fact meet God at the shack in the form of three separate “persons”, representing the Father, the Son (Jesus) and the Holy Spirit.These characters are not what you might expect God to be, and the meeting is inspiring for Mack. And Papa, the Father, who is in female form, is rather a good cook.I found the book illuminating and very readable but by no means the best book I’ve ever read. It was well-written except for the fact that the author keeps talking about “a couple” this and that, not realizing that the correct phrase is “a couple of” whatever.I would describe the book as a good spiritual thriller and would recommend it as such, but did not find it to be a “must read”,
  • Rating: 2 out of 5 stars
    2/5
    Um, my landlord gave me this book for Christmas in 2008. I took it with me to read on the plane... and ended up with tears streaming down my face in the middle of SeaTac Airport, with flight attendants asking me if everything was okay.

    Was not very well written, in my opinion, but the thrust of the story is well-conceived and obviously touches an emotional chord. There are some interesting theological implications, I suppose, but nothing that really made me want to sit and ponder them. Occasionally I would think, "Hmm, that's an interesting way of portraying [x spiritual concept:]," but ... other than admiring the author's creativity a bit, perhaps, it didn't really take me anywhere, spiritually speaking.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    Readers must remember that, like The DaVinci Code and the Left Behind series, this book is fiction and is the author's take on his faith. There are some good kernels in it to be unearthed, but it is not gospel and does not have to be accepted as a whole.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    Had a very hard time rating this book. I read it at the request of my son for reasons no one needs to know, and initially I would have given the first part of the book a 4 star rating. It was engaging, nice use of language, interesting characters that really drew you in. But then it slipped as the story become more fantastical and the conversations between "god" and Mac became more intense. Overall I enjoyed the philosophical debates and the questions raised during these conversations, but I found the use of certain imagery distracted from the serious of the subjects and the enjoyment of the story.
    In all I was surprised to like this book as much as I did, as a devout pagan, choosing to see the discussions as moral questions between a person and his conscience.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Excellent *****
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    A unique way for many to understand God as the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The last chapter was a shocking surprise.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    I really don't know what to say about this book! It is very profound for someone like me that does not altogether believe in God, this certainly is not my first choice of go-to reads.Mack's daughter Missy goes missing on a family weekend away and is believed to have been murdered by a serial killer.Mack's life changes after this, his heart becomes hardened and he becomes less tolerant with things around him, he is angry and he becomes oh so sad. He receives a note from Papa to go to the shack that evidence was found in. Who id Papa? What does he want? Why does he want to speak to Mack? And should he go? Anyway, he does go and what takes place is quite extraordinary!I found it very hard to get my head round and a lot of the concepts just went way over my head! I really can't say it has made me believe any more but the man that wrote this book has left me with some questions!If you are a believer, you will love it, if not it is worth looking at, An interesting read if nothing else.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    The Shack is a very interesting read. Readers need to realize that it is a work of fiction. It is not the BIBLE. It should not be interpreted as the WORD.

    That being said, the Shack does provoke the reader to consider their relationship, or lack thereof, with the Lord, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. There are certain viewpoints that I don't necessarily understand or agree with, but I do feel like the book gave me a little nudge to seek HIM.

    Mack's young daughter is kidnapped and murdered. Angry at himself for failing Missy, and angry at GOD for allowing this to happen, Mack falls into "the great sadness" that threatens to destroy Mack and his family. And, then one day, he receives a letter from Papa telling him to return to the shack... Mack begins a journey of healing and forgiveness as he reconciles his relationship with GOD, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    Great inspirational book.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    booooring!
  • Rating: 2 out of 5 stars
    2/5
    250 page evangelical sermon!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Just finished reading this for the 2nd time, before it becomes a movie in March. I absolutely LOVE this book! It was a favorite the first time I read it and was definitely worth reading a second time.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    This was a very inspirational book. It will have you asking yourself questions and perhaps seeing a different definition for things you think you already know. I really enjoyed reading this story and was sad that I finished it so quickly.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I finished this book. It took me longer than usual considering it was a smaller book than most I read. I was busy but i also would take time to just think about the messages in the book. It really breaks your heart and makes you stop and thing about things. I hope anyone reading this book truely takes it to heart. :)
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    One star off for mawkish writing, but the imaginative power and theological vision of this book overwhelmed me. An excellent corrective to all of our religious biases and filters.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    This novel gave me a lot to think about. I like how it approaches the God topic, if you will, as one of love rather than one of judgment. Definitely got a lot of good quotes out of this one as well.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    I think I would have enjoyed the theology of this book more if the main character had been less dense. And, the reverse of that, his revelations seemed, at times, almost too easy. He was really just a puppet for the espousal of doctrine. And to that end, I felt preached at, even if I'm a member of the choir.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    7 CDs ...I agree with the tag on the front of the book, "This book has the potential to do for our generation what John Bunyan's , Pilgrims's Progress" did for his. It's that good!" quoted by Eugene Peterson. I love the non-religious approach, by this author, in presenting the persons of God without damaging the integrity of the Gospel. Wonderful, inspiring, very challenging, creative, honest, and I can't say enough good about it.
  • Rating: 2 out of 5 stars
    2/5
    This novel undertakes to explain and explore the notion of God's presence in the midst of human suffering. That is has some provocative and glorious thoughts on the subject was an unexpected treat. My wish is that the writing had been tighter in places, and that some of it had not fallen into what have become predictable patterns in religious fiction. Worth the read for those who struggle with the notion of a benevolent God in a world so clearly overcome by the worst of events, but unlikely to grab those who are not already inclined to its message.
  • Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
    1/5
    Reading this felt like I had to endure the worst of both worlds. The horrific occurrence of the murder of a child, juxtaposition with stale Matrix wannabes and Disney characters. Nothing new but the ugly taste, like washing down jelly beans with sour milk.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I was "forced" to read this book for Introduction to Human Services when I was starting at Ivy Tech Community College. I was taken aback that I would have to read something that had such deep-rooted religious connotations about it. I was actually pretty upset about it, until I started to read the book. The story of Mack resonated with me. That struggle to come to terms with yourself, your past, and ultimately your spirituality is one that many people can identify with.

    There are few books that can move an individual to tears, but this one did as it progressed further and further into the relationship that Mack was having while he was in the cabin or as the book is called the shack. The story really establishes what our relationship with God should be and that we get to define that relationship. It showcases as well that our ideas of religion are not always 100% accurate. We have to be willing to reexamine from time to time what religion is and isn't.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    So if God sent you a postcard inviting you to a weekend in a shack in the mountains would you go? What if that shack was the scene of a brutal killing of your young daughter? Would you go then? Would it make any difference if your life, including your marriage, was spinning out of control?Well, "Mack" the protagonist in this novel took God up on his offer and went to the shack and spent the weekend with God. Of course, God is three in one, right, There is "Papa" the Father except God shape shifted to a woman for Mack and is a great cook, and there is the Spirit, whose form is an Asian woman named Sarayu and Jesus is a Carpenter.Mack spends most of the weekend talking with the three forms of God and they discuss life in general, the relationship between the three manifestations of God and the relationship between God (in three) and people. I found that part of the book fascinating. I'm a Christian who prefers a simple faith and I'm not much of a theolgian but I thought much of what the book says is spot on. The main takeaway I got is that the we need to redefine our relationships with each other and with God in terms of the relationship itself and away from power.The rest of the book is kind of a too pat story about Mack. Overall I gave the book three stars out of five. It is a good read but the story is kind of a support for the theology. The overall effect was good but not great.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    "The Shack" written by William P. Young, is a heart-wrenching story about a father's journey to achieve his ultimate goal: Learn the reason of his daughter's death. The Shack will send chills up your spine, with an incredible story-line based off of a true story, it is sure to send the reader away with a whirlwind of emotions. For his first published book, the author, William P. Young wrote about an event a little too close to home, the disappearance and death of his best-friend's very young daughter. Mr. Young writes the story in third-person point of view, at no time in the story does he refer to himself or his main character as "I". The main character in this book is Mackenzie Allen Phillips, referred to as 'Mack', he is on a vacation with his daughters, but when he realizes his daughter is nowhere to be found, a massive search ensues. From fellow campers, to federal officers, every one helps Mack and his family search for the 6 year old, Missy. Mack prayed that he would find her unharmed, safe, and go back to their old lives..but he would soon find out information that no parent wants to hear. He prayed to God everyday, God is given the name "Papa" by his family, so he Prayed to Papa that Missy was safe. When evidence of Missy's tragic murder is found in an old empty shack in the woods, Mack needs to try to come to terms and face reality. It's the last thing he wanted to find out. After all investigating and Missy is presumed dead, Mack finally has some, though not the ones he wanted, answers. His daughter is gone, forever, though her soul lives on. After the fat of his daughter is announced, Mack had started to lose faith in his God. He couldn't grasp why this had happened to his family. He wanted to know 'Why?'. Well a few years later, the answers he wanted would come in a way he would never believe: a note. A note that had arrived in the mail and it told him to go to the shack, the strangeness? The note was signed "-Papa"... a cruel joke? or does God truly exist? The author is very descripted through out the story, using much imagery.
  • Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
    1/5
    god i hated this book.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Everyone should read this. Spiritual, wonderful, thought provoking.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    This book is very recommended to everyone especially if you are having religious doubts! I loved it! I was a little unsure of it at first, but since it was recommended I gave it a try. This is a "life changing" type of book. Absolutely adore the shack!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I have given this book 5 stars - but if I could I would give it 100! It was truly an amazing book! It was a look at religion in a way that I've never experienced before. It didn't necessarily change my views on religion, as some of the "points" that are made are in line with my beliefs, but it did put into words things I've been struggling to.The story starts with Mackenzie's daughter being kidnapped. As Mackenzie tries to deal with it and "move on" as he thinks the rest of his family has done he is delivered a note, and given his desire to find out what happened to his daughter he takes off to discover a new clue. I feel bad for Mackenzie. He feels guilty for allowing his daughter to be kidnapped, has all but lost the rest of his family in his desire to find out what happened, and his faith in anything is gone. As he is on his journey for his daughter he comes across three people who try to help him restore his faith. It's so emotional - I cried almost through the entire book! It's not an easy read by any means. At the very least it will make you think. It could very well go against everything you believe. The trials that Mackenzie has to go through to get what he's searching for are so amazing. They really put things into a perspective that I've never even thought about before.I want to tell you about my favorite scene of the book. I don't normally do this, but this book was so great that I can't not share it. I'd love to just tell you about everything, but you should read it for yourself1 At one point in the story Makenzie is taken to a dark cave and he's asked to judge people. He's reluctant to do it, and the wisdom that is gifted to him really made me think. It's such a powerful scene - and the reward that Mackenzie gets from "learning" this lesson is so great that just thinking about it brings tears to my eyes and gives me goose bumps.There are a few things in the book that I am surprised didn't cause a huge stir. I felt that the book kind of defies the "normal" view of how a person should experience religion. But I think it's a must-read!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Very different from what my expectations would have been. A dear friend asked me to read this and said, trust me; so I pushed through parts that I would have normally not have (there was one point where I stopped and thought I just can't go on - this is too far removed from my personal beliefs), but because of the friend I forged on. I am so glad I did. This book was fantastic - it really forces you to think outside the box and I could share with you testimony after testimony of people who have had wonderful life changing experiences as a result of this book.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    I picked this book as I wanted to read something a bit different. I am not a very religious person but I have want to keep an open mind. This is an original book and starts off great and ends ok its just the bit in the middle that I had problems with (This is the whole point of the book) I am whoever glad I read it. As its always nice to try different books.