Scout Law: Quotes for Life

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Summary: Quotes to help you truly live by the Scout Law
Review: A Scout is....Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent.

If these words mean as much to you as they do to me after going through Scouts, then this book is for you. It has quotes that hold true to each part of the Scout Law, and at least for me reminded me of what it was to be a Scout. Congratulations Mr. Flaherty, you have put together a wonderful book that through the use of quotes from the past and present shows what the Scout Law stands for.

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Summary: Quotes that capture what being a scout is really about
Review: Having worked hard and acheived the honor of my Eagle Scout Award, I believe I have come to learn what being a Boy Scout truly means. This book captures that with its quotes. Boys Scouts is not just about building campfires, playing games, and making friends. It's about learning lessons for life that will shape and define the person you become. The quotes in this book are based on the Scout Law and capture the essence of it through real quotes from real people in our past and present. If your looking for a book that fun and games, this is probably not for you. However, if you are looking for a book that captures the essence of what the Scout Law means, this is it. A must have for any true Scouting Enthusiast!

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Summary: Quotes that capture what being a scout is really about
Review: Having worked hard and acheived the honor of my Eagle Scout Award, I believe I have come to learn what being a Boy Scout truly means. This book captures that with its quotes. Boys Scouts is not just about building campfires, playing games, and making friends. It's about learning lessons for life that will shape and define the person you become. The quotes in this book are based on the Scout Law and capture the essence of it through real quotes from real people in our past and present. If your looking for a book that fun and games, this is probably not for you. However, if you are looking for a book that captures the essence of what the Scout Law means, this is it. A must have for any true Scouting Enthusiast!

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Summary: Not just for scouts...
Review: I never thought I would ever read a book of quotations, but I read my copy cover to cover! The author should be congratulated on his scholarship; he is well-read and insightful. This is an inspirational book for all ages, 8 and up.

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Summary: NO, This is a great Book!
Review: I thought this would be a book with humor and fun like you'd find in Boy's Life magazine. This book is so boring -- a collection of quotes that have only the most remote connection to scouting. My son's reaction: "A bunch of dumb sayings by a lot of dead guys I've never heard of!" No 11-year-old boy is EVER going to read this book! This is a book that is bought by well-meaning parents because they have this idealized view that somehow these "great words of wisdom" will make their son a better person. Sorry, but the real world isn't so simplistic! Kids today are into comic books, video games, music, and sports.

My son and his friends would LOVE a book that makes scouting fun -- with jokes, games, and interesting stories! If you're going to do a book of quotes, which most readers in this age group find about as interesting as reading the phone book, at least get the quotes from contemporary figures who would be recognizable to the average elementary school kid!

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Summary: A must have for all Scouter's
Review: Mr. Flaherty has captured the very essence of what Scouting is all about. He has used his extensive Scouting experience to put in writing many thought provoking and easy to remember core values.

He has found a way to look at our heritage and use quality quotes from the past to enhance our everyday lives. I find this book a must read for all young men. Great item to keep by the nightstand for future reference and reflection.