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Summary: Another vote for Nerburn
Review: Letters to My Son: A Father's Wisdom on Manhood, Life, and Love (Rev) by Kent Nerburn
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Summary: Mother of sons
Review: Not all parents were raised properly and not all parents are raising their kids properly. Oftentimes we forget the most elementary things mean the most to kids and can benefit them in innumerable ways. It's books like this that serve as subtle reminders of the things we can do NOT that we must do for children. And I'm guessing that's exactly what this book was intended for-- not as a bible or the final word on raising a son (or daughter, for that matter-- who would also enjoy many of these things)-- but as helpful hints to keep us thinking for ourselves on what we would like to share with our kids and how we would like them to see the world. If Andy S is a better father-- then good for him, the world could use more of them. But there is something that made him want to purchase this book. And if Lenny was disappointed in it and expected gospel then perhaps he's looking in the wrong place. (He might also try a dictionary and spell check). But anger at an author for not providing all the answers seems silly. None of us has all the answers, we just try to do the best we can and when we need help, we look to others for ideas. The way I see it, if just one suggestion can add a smile to a kid's face, it's a small price to pay.
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Summary: It's the Little Things That Matter
Review: Not all parents were raised properly and not all parents are raising their kids properly. Oftentimes we forget the most elementary things mean the most to kids and can benefit them in innumerable ways. It's books like this that serve as subtle reminders of the things we can do NOT that we must do for children. And I'm guessing that's exactly what this book was intended for-- not as a bible or the final word on raising a son (or daughter, for that matter-- who would also enjoy many of these things)-- but as helpful hints to keep us thinking for ourselves on what we would like to share with our kids and how we would like them to see the world. If Andy S is a better father-- then good for him, the world could use more of them. But there is something that made him want to purchase this book. And if Lenny was disappointed in it and expected gospel then perhaps he's looking in the wrong place. (He might also try a dictionary and spell check). But anger at an author for not providing all the answers seems silly. None of us has all the answers, we just try to do the best we can and when we need help, we look to others for ideas. The way I see it, if just one suggestion can add a smile to a kid's face, it's a small price to pay.
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Summary: This book taught me never judge a book by its cover
Review: The cover, looked good. This is really a joke and I am offended that some one makes a living writing this ... I am a father of three and was looking for a differing view, a different point of focus, not useless dribble. Worse than the mind numbing one liners, is the lousy advice. 30% of the contents, which by my experience and training, is totally wrong. Well, I guess after 20 years of formal education and 10 in the field, I can still get a cheap education ... That is: don't read the editorial reviews, read the customer reviews. I especially liked Leny's from Ireland, I just wish I had read it first. It's a good thing the book only tells us to "teach your kid how to throw a punch", not how to, because this kind of mindless tree killing could increase world-wide aggression. A humble opinion.
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Summary: This book taught me never judge a book by its cover
Review: The cover, looked good. This is really a joke and I am offended that some one makes a living writing this trite... I am a father of three and was looking for a differing view, a different point of focus, not useless dribble. Worse than the mind numbing one liners, is the lousy advice. 30% of the contents, which by my experience and training, is totally wrong. Well, I guess after 20 years of formal education and 10 in the field, I can still get a cheap education... That is: don't read the editorial reviews, read the customer reviews. I especially liked Leny's from Ireland, I just wish I had read it first. It's a good thing the book only tells us to "teach your kid how to throw a punch", not how to, because this kind of mindless tree killing could increase world-wide aggression. A humble opinion.
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Summary: adequate as a "teaser" . . .
Review: This book was entertaining and I guess useful . . . but it doesn't go very deep. Other recent reads that take it to a deeper level include FATHERTIME by Scribner and Frey, and LETTERS TO MY SON by Nerbern. It's important for fathers to be reading stuff like this, but also to take it to the next level ...
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Summary: Please, please, go deeper
Review: This is a sweet book. But it has no real depth. If you want to read a great book, a truly profound book on fatherhood that touches all the real themes and difficulties and hopes, get Kent Nerburn's Letters to my Son. I guarantee it will give you what you are seeking.
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Summary: Sweet little book!
Review: This is a sweet little "knick-knack" book - one of those cute little gift books rather like "Life's Little Instruction Book", light and fun. Good break from reading a whole serious book on parenting. Perfect first Father's Day gift or stocking stuffer for a new dad.
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