The Last Lecture by Jeff Zaslow, Jeffrey Zaslow, Randy Pausch (2008, Hardcover)

After watching a Primetime show on television about Randy Pausch, I was touched by the idea of giving a "last lecture" to students. As an English teacher, about to retire, it's a fantasy I have always had. Fortunately, my situation and notion do not spring from a doctor's death sentence. As a life-long learner, Randy Pausch's words inspire me - I continue to savor these wise, wonderful words on the pages. The depth of emotion and energy leap from this book into one's mind, heart and soul. His philosophy of life will lift you up and hold you aloft! His reminder about embracing life and throwing ourselves headlong into what we desire inspires change. It is not enough to have dreams. One must honor them and seek the fulfillment of them in this life. There is no time to wait. Randy Pausch died recently. He lived his dreams for the now - there was no later for him! His lesson - there is no later for any of us.