In his memoir, Amos Nir shares fascinating stories of his involvement in the human potential movements, experiments in the "nutty fringes of psychology" and his discoveries in meditation practice. His accounts of significant experiences are also drawn from world travels, diverse studies at the new radical Simon Fraser University, and a varied working history - from meteorologist and technician to Rolfer and real estate investor. Someone once accurately told Amos, "I see you neither in the material world nor completely in the spiritual world, but on the edge of both." While revealing personal reflections, MULTIFACETS ranges from his early days in a Moshav in Israel, to the freedom of travel and another life in Vancouver, BC. It also looks honestly at his complex family history, and his relationships with friends over the years.* "Amos Nir has led such an amazing life and I am so pleased that he has told his story for others to read. His story is fascinating. I wish him success in getting his book out to many people." Dr. David Kaufman, Professor, SFU * "I recommend this interesting and unusual memoir." Ann Kujundzic, Author of 'New Ground, A Memoir of Art and Activism in BC's Interior'* "A very revealing interesting and a lifetime story of an Israeli author who was born in Israel and emigrated to Canada. Through his many adventures in both countries, you will be exposed to his unique experiences, education and so many trips around the world, careers and professions. You will discover different cultures, various relationships with his family members and with his many friends. Yes, from different angles you will see the person behind his autobiography." Varda Greenberg, Translator* "Amos: my friend and business partner, with his unique multifaceted life, he grew up in Israel in the 40s and 50s. He was influenced by the 60s and the New Age, with the search for the meaning of life, and his move to Canada in 1967. Amos tackled many different life and work situations, not afraid of new education or the skills required. Amos was always responsible and met a high standard in his many varied fields of endeavor. He is ethical and trustworthy, with amazing follow-through. Amos's book gives insight into his life's journey," R. Winona Rowat, MD, Friend and Business Partner* "I met Amos at the Simon Fraser Student Co-op residence in 1967. Because of an American character, named Wheels, who appeared in front of the residence one morning and offered a free trip to anyone who wanted to join him on his drive to Alaska, including free food as long as one did not mind eating sardines. Amos and I were the only two who took Wheels up on his offer. The trip to Alaska, and back as far as Banff had many little and big adventures, such as nude sunbathing on the snow at Laird River Hot Springs. In Banff we camped and found work as best we could! That trip, in my mind, cemented Amos' and my friendship! From the time we first met, until the present, Amos and I agree on very few matters, but respect each other and, I feel are close in spite of, or maybe because of this! Amos is very direct and honest about what he talks about, often appearing uncaring about another's opinions or tastes, but not upset if one does not seem to care about his opinions, etc.Our life same and/or similar life experiences have 'taught us' to have different conclusions and opinions, and to sometimes strongly differ, but allow us to still be close friends. When I first met Amos, his personality and comments about his earlier experiences gave me the impressions about him and his life before he came to Canada. Then editing and reading his book proved to me those impressions were wrong, sometimes very wrong! People seeing/hearing Amos and I talk and especially if hearing us discuss, will, as likely or not, think we are not, cannot possibly be, close friends. I cannot speak for Amos of course, but I consider Amos a brother, and tell him so." Richard Rowe, Editor and Friend
