The Disappearance of the Universe

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2004 edition.

The Disappearance of the Universe is a book written by Gary Renard and originally published by Fearless Books, and later by Hay House. [1] [2]

The book claims to be the record of seventeen contacts between Renard and two Ascended Masters over the course of nine years beginning in 1992. [3] Much of "The Disappearance of the Universe" stems from Renard's study of A Course in Miracles, the popular 1976 three-volume set that became a spiritual curriculum for many individuals and study groups.

Gary Renard

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[edit] About the author

Gary R. Renard, the author, was born in Massachusetts, and worked there as a professional guitar player. During the Harmonic Convergence of 1987 he heard a Calling and began to take his life in a different direction. At the beginning of the 1990s he moved to Maine, where he claims he underwent a powerful spiritual awakening.[4]

[edit] Promotion and sales

Traditional promotion was not originally used. Through a consulting company the book was heavily promoted through online advertising, including the sending of unsolicited promotional offers to 2.3 million email addresses. [5]

[edit] Criticism

Critics consider the book a hoax, point to contradictions with generally accepted theories of science and history, claim that the narrative lacks the 'ring of truth', and assert that Renard borrowed concepts from author Kenneth Wapnick and presented them as his own original material. [6] [7] [8] Renard responds to the criticism here: http://www.garyrenard.com/Response.htm

[edit] Reference

  1. ^ Gary Renard (May 2003). The Disappearance of the Universe. Berkeley CA: Hay House. ISBN 0-9656809-5-9. Retrieved on [[29 Jun 2006]].
  2. ^ D. Patrick Miller. Fearless Literary Consultations. Fearless Books. Retrieved on [[29 Jun 2006]].
  3. ^ Product Details - The Disappearance of the Universe. Hay House, Inc.. Retrieved on [[29 Jun 2006]].
  4. ^ Authors - Gary R. Renard. Hay House, Inc. (2004). Retrieved on [[29 Jun 2006]].
  5. ^ Garrett, Lynn (7 Mar 2005). 'Disappearance' Appears Big Time. Publisher's Weekly. Retrieved on [[29 Jun 2006]].
  6. ^ Mackie, Greg. Entities Should Not Be Multiplied Beyond Necessity. Circle of Atonement.
  7. ^ Perry, Robert. Why Don't the Masters Have an Original Thought?. Miracles Magazine, Sept/Oct 2006.
  8. ^ Mundy, Jon. Opening a Dialogue with Gary Renard. Miracles Magazine, Sept/Oct 2006.

[edit] See also

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