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by Randy Pausch, Jeffrey Zaslow, Erik Singer
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nhkim73
nhkim73 rated it 13 years ago
I found it on the bookshelf in the used book store, and begin to read it with not-much expectation. But, I find myself to be soaked it thoroughly. The good advices for the young, love for family, deep sadness not seeing their children grow up, passion and enthusiasm. It is really move!
warren
warren rated it 13 years ago
"The Last Lecture" is a series of reflections Dr. Pausch had on his life. Branching out from a lecture he gave at CMU, he goes on to tell the reader about what made him tick, and what helped him in his fight with terminal cancer.Some other reviewers panned the book for being somewhat self-aggrandizi...
Lost Between Pages
Lost Between Pages rated it 13 years ago
This was amazing. Read it in a matter of hours. Great life lessons and he had a great story to share. Happy I read it!!
mamaphan
mamaphan rated it 13 years ago
Without fail, one of the best books I've "read" recently. I'm so glad I listened to this, because I was free to cry without stopping where I was in the book. Though it wasn't read in Randy's voice, it was a beautiful story.
A Little of the Book Life
A Little of the Book Life rated it 14 years ago
I cannot recall the last time I read such an inspiring, uplifting and powerful story. Despite knowing his own outcome Randy still managed to stay optimistic and use the time he had left to leave behind a legacy. I laughed... I cried... I anticipated what he would talk about next. I left the book...
saugat
saugat rated it 14 years ago
Inspirational account of an Academic staring at death due to Cancer. His thoughts, dreams and emotions are heart-warming as well as courageous. A must-read.
lanewillson
lanewillson rated it 14 years ago
Time to Tigger! A wonderful read that offers insight rather than self-help.
That's What She Read
That's What She Read rated it 15 years ago
Simply put, if you have not seen the video of Mr. Pausch's last lecture or read this book, you need to make every effort to do so. Mr. Pausch's legacy on how to approach life and death is well worth the effort. His message spans generations, providing food for thought for young and old.Based on his ...
A Book and A Review #2
A Book and A Review #2 rated it 15 years ago
This book is a must read! The practical advice given in this book was second to none..and then to look at the situation that it was written in is even more heart-breaking! I really feel, in my heart of hearts, that this book should be required reading in our high schools and colleges..maybe as early...
kennethjmcginnis
kennethjmcginnis rated it 15 years ago
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