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| Title | : | Life is So Good |
| Author | : | George Dawson |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | Deluxe Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 260 pages |
| Published | : | June 1st 2001 by Penguin Books (first published 2000) |
| Categories | : | Nonfiction. Biography. Autobiography. Memoir |
George Dawson
Paperback | Pages: 260 pages Rating: 4.16 | 5082 Users | 889 Reviews
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In this remarkable book, 103-year-old George Dawson, a slave's grandson who learned to read at age 98, reflects on his life and offers valuable lessons in living as well as a fresh, firsthand view of America during the twentieth century. Richard Glaubman captures Dawson's irresistible voice and view of the world, offering insights into humanity, history, hardships, and happiness. From segregation and civil rights, to the wars, presidents, and defining moments in history, George Dawson's description and assessment of the last century inspires readers with the message that-through it all-has sustained him: "Life is so good. I do believe it's getting better."
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| Original Title: | Life Is So Good |
| ISBN: | 0141001682 (ISBN13: 9780141001685) |
| Edition Language: | English |
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Ratings: 4.16 From 5082 Users | 889 ReviewsAssessment Regarding Books Life is So Good
Life Is So Good is a book that everyone deserves to read. It is a feel good journey through the life of George Dawson, an amazing man who learned to read at the age of 98. While most feel good novels give me a sick feeling in my stomach, this one is free of the saccharine. The book gives us an honest look at what happened to George Dawson through a century of life, and not all of it was good. What makes this book different from others is that it doesn't focus on the good parts. We get an honestAn amazing book of personal insight and truth from some one who had lived through decades of amazing history. Eventho, some of the chapters jump around a bit, it keeps you intriged to find out what happens next. George is an inspiration to everyone he was born in 1898 in Marshall, Texas the grandson of slaves and he tells how his father, despite hardships, always believed in seeing the richness of life and trained his children to do the same.. What makes a happy person, have a happy life? This
This is the mind-boggling story of a black man born into the Jim Crow South who learned to read when he was 98 years old. His life touched three centuries. His memories, experiences and perspective on life make this book a fascinating read, although the style is a little awkward. The narrative is supposedly in Dawson's own words, but was written down by a white man who became interested in Dawson's life. Nevertheless, I thoroughly enjoyed the book and was inspired by the George Dawson's
I was really drawn to this book--I grew up in the south after the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and my grandfather never learned to read. This is the memoir of George Dawson, grandson of slaves, who enrolled in a literacy program and learned to read when he was 98 years old. I became emotionally invested in this book on the first page. Ten-year-old George goes to town with his father, hoping to get a piece of stick candy, and ends up witnessing a lynching. It was very eye-opening to
Sometimes, the people with the least in life actually have the most.If you loved Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom, you will enjoy Life Is So Good.It is the inspiring and heart-warming memoir of George Dawson. Who? I hear you ask.George Dawson is a seemingly ordinary 101 year-old man. If you havent read this book, youve probably never heard of him. Thats a pity, because George is quite remarkable.He was born into poverty in 1898, the grandson of slaves. He grew up in the deep south of America
This was probably one of the best books I have read in my entire life. When I finished reading it, I could have turned around and read it again, except I had other books on my night stand that required my attention. During the Civil Rights era in S.F. CA, I grew up next door to a wonderful black man, Art Lyons who was our "adopted grandpa". Art was born in the late 1800's and he couldn't read or write and probably only had a 4th grade education. During his lifetime he had a wealth of experiences
A library patron recommended this to me. I hope to see her again soon, so I can thank her. This is such an inspirational book, I've recommended it to several more people. George Dawson was a simple man with an awesome attitude. The book is written in a coversational way. I felt like I was sitting in his livingroom listening to a grandparent. He had so many wonderful stories to tell, but above all teaches that us working hard and staying positive is the way to enjoy life-- because after all--what
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