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Life Is So Good - by George Dawson & Richard Glaubman (Paperback)

Name: Life Is So Good - by George Dawson & Richard Glaubman (Paperback)
Brand: Random House Trade
SKU: 79265425
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Highlights

One man's extraordinary journey through the twentieth century and how he learned to read at age 98 "Things will be all right.
About the Author: George Dawson lives in Dallas, Texas.
288 Pages
Biography + Autobiography, Cultural, Ethnic & Regional

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About the Book

"Published in hardcover and in slightly different form ... in 2000"--copyright page

Book Synopsis

One man's extraordinary journey through the twentieth century and how he learned to read at age 98

"Things will be all right. People need to hear that. Life is good, just as it is. There isn't anything I would change about my life."--George Dawson

In this remarkable book, George Dawson, a slave's grandson who learned to read at age 98 and lived to the age of 103, reflects on his life and shares valuable lessons in living, as well as a fresh, firsthand view of America during the entire sweep of 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 and the presidents, to defining moments in history, George Dawson's description and assessment of the last century inspires readers with the message that has sustained him through it all: "Life is so good. I do believe it's getting better."

WINNER OF THE CHRISTOPHER AWARD

"A remarkable autobiography . . . . the feel-good story of the year."--The Christian Science Monitor

"A testament to the power of perseverance."--USA Today

"Life Is So Good is about character, soul and spirit. . . . The pride in standing his ground is matched--maybe even exceeded--by the accomplishment of [George Dawson's] hard-won education."--The Washington Post

"Eloquent . . . engrossing . . . an astonishing and unforgettable memoir."--Publishers Weekly

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Review Quotes

"A remarkable autobiography . . . . the feel-good story of the year."--The Christian Science Monitor

"Eloquent . . . engrossing . . . an astonishing and unforgettable memoir."--Publishers Weekly

About the Author

George Dawson lives in Dallas, Texas.

Richard Glaubman is an elementary school teacher. He lives outside Seattle, Washington.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.1 Inches (H) x 5.3 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)

Weight: .45 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Sub-Genre: Cultural, Ethnic & Regional

Genre: Biography + Autobiography

Number of Pages: 288

Publisher: Random House Trade

Theme: African American & Black

Format: Paperback

Author: George Dawson & Richard Glaubman

Language: English

Street Date: May 7, 2013

TCIN: 79265425

UPC: 9780812984873

Item Number (DPCI): 247-21-9944

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.7 inches length x 5.3 inches width x 8.1 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.45 pounds

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