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| The Last Lecture | 
| Authors: Randy Pausch, Jeffrey Zaslow
Publisher: Hyperion
Category: Book
List Price: $21.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  758 reviews
Sales Rank: 20
Format: Roughcut
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1st
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 224
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.5 x 0.9
ISBN: 1401323251
Dewey Decimal Number: 004.092
EAN: 9781401323257
ASIN: 1401323251
Publication Date: April 8, 2008
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Condition: New Copy.
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| Customer Reviews:
 great concept, disappointing development October 12, 2008
This book is beautifully bound, a joy in the hand. The topic grabbed me. The text disappointed; a collection of remembrances interspersed with wishes for might have been. There was nothing here that a reasonably thoughtful mature person couldn't have written. Perhaps the lure of hearing revelations and masterful insights is a basic human drive, and that's why we buy such books. Oh well.
 Everyone needs to read October 12, 2008
This book was truly touching. It really helps to put real life into perspective and really makes you think twice about how fortunate you are. The courage that this man displayed, along with his ability to think of others when he could have been selfish or negative was a gift. I have chosen to have this book as a team reading for my basketball as we begin our season. Everyone will be able to look at this book and gain something from it.
Poignant not Preachy October 12, 2008
All of us know we will eventually die, but none of us know exactly when, and most of us don't take the time to properly prepare. Randy Pausch provides a wonderful example of how he faced death and formed the legacy he wished to pass on to his children, others he loved, those he knew and so many more who would never meet him. You cannot help being touched by this story, told so movingly, so simply, so clearly and so hauntingly honest. It blends the right mix of humor, humility, bravery and perspective without condescension or rancor.
After reading this book, I was left with a tinge of sadness, a ray of hope and a determination to leave my own legacy to my children and those I love. I'm also intrigued about the character and faith of such a man, since Dr. Pausch is deliberately mum on these topics. Perhaps someday one of those he loved will tell us more about the man behind the story.
Great Outlook Upon Life October 11, 2008
especially in today times, this audio book is a great listen to a positive outlook upon life.
Everyone needs to read this book October 9, 2008
This book is a gift to all of us. Embrace life. Love your family. Realize the gifts you have. This book make me take a second look at my life and all the blessings that I do have. There is no such thing as a perfect life, but we need to embrace the life that we do have and appreciate those around us.
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