Title: Mandalas Reflections From Inner Space
Author: Jan West
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 978-1-4772-9047-7
Pages: 96
Genre: Art / Philosophy
Reviewed by: Suzanne Gattis

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Mandalas Reflections From Inner Space took me, a pragmatic, non-artistic girl on an eye-opening journey of soul searching, reflection and inner peace.   For me, it was a great entry way into the mystic world though pictures.  It at least opened for me a crack, and for this girl a crack was a feat, a view of the mystic.

On first sight this book led me to recognize the artistic value of the mandalas and their beauty.  I loved the bright colors, the patterns, and the texture of the pieces.  If only recognized as artwork, I think the mandalas have a value in this world. I found them to be very beautiful, especially as I learned their existence in the nature and the world around me.  I could see how in each mandala different feelings and connotations emerged.

I was intrigued as I read of the uses and history of the mandalas, as I find history and culture not only interesting but key to understanding our world.  So many cultures and religions, even psychology, have found uses for these beautiful portrayals: as healing, as spiritual, and meditative tools.  I then begin to let my mind open up to seeing them as more than just pretty pictures.  As I read the descriptions for each mandala, I tried to open my eyes and not just see, but really “feel” the possibilities.  I allowed myself to go beyond and see the power in their manifestations.

The book is, of course, very illustrative but the wording was also easy to read and descriptive.  If I can be transported through this text, I believe anyone can.  It allowed me to explore a side of mine which rarely is brought to the surface.  It was enough to make me ponder but not too much to be overwhelming.  I recommend Mandalas Reflections From Inner Space to anyone who loves beauty and exploration.