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All rights reserved.The Last Lecture by Jeff Zaslow, Jeffrey Zaslow, Randy Pausch (2008)
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It took awhile for delivery - but arrived perfectly
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Delivery took some time - but the book arrived in perfect condition. I would definitly purchase from this buyer again!
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Carpe Diem! Seize The Day!I was very touched by the book, maybe because of the fact that the author passed away on July 25th. The book to me clearly is a declaration of love to mankind, and to his family in particular. A few of his ideas I may try and build into my daily routine. His family is very lucky to have had him. The passage where he says that he was the first man ever to fall in love with his daughter made me cry. His positive attitude certainly is contageous, and worth being passed on to others. 'Never take anything for granted, an definitely seize the moment.' The paragraph where the one friend of his describes passing a convertible that's driven by a guy who drums his fingers on the driver's door, and has this big grin on his face really made me smile. Special to me also were the paragraphs where Randy's message is to begin things from zero, scratch false pride, and try new things, to put a lot of effort into doing things even though they may not always carry the promise of reaching one's goal/s. Interesting to me were the parts about making people aware of what it truly means to be a team member, and what it requires to become one. All in all, a noteworthy book that I will recommend to anyone who, in geeral, has an interest in intelligent literature.
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The Last Lecture by Randy PauschI like the way the seller described the book, and I had heard about it. I saved money by buying on e-bay and I got a great book.I would definitely deal with this seller again. I have not read it all, but what I have read makes me think I will grow from this.
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Last LectureThis book was reasonably priced and I received it very quickly. Brand New Condition and great communication with the buyer! Would gladly buy from again!
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LAST LECTURE, "WELL REHERSED"1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This was a man who struggled with a lot of issues growing up "nerdy", as Randy states but, he was such a intelligent man always thinking ahead.
Reading this book, I think he one day wanted to be heard and remembered, to make a statement,long before cancer took his life, and this he did.
May he rest in peace..and yes, a lot of us would like to plan our future for our families.
We never know the exact day we will be taken away forever.
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Reading this book, I think he one day wanted to be heard and remembered, to make a statement,long before cancer took his life, and this he did.
May he rest in peace..and yes, a lot of us would like to plan our future for our families.
We never know the exact day we will be taken away forever.
Please check yes if any of my reviews are helpful.
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The Last LectureReview created: 08/18/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This is the most inspiring book I have read in a long time. It is absolutely beautiful and wisdom we should all remember in our everyday life. I LOVED IT!
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A must have, heart felt addition to any library2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
The Last Lecture is a heart felt book that explores the life of the late Randy Pausch. His devotion to his work and his family is strongly felt throughout the book and the overall spirit the book leaves you with is a great feeling. It is short enough to finish quickly, but not so short that you would not want to re-read it again. I highly recommend the book to any and everyone.
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Powerful, easy read.Review created: 08/11/08
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
This was a very well written, emotional good-bye from a young professor to his students, his peers, his friends and mostly his wife and children. With only months to live, Randy Pausch, not only lived his life to it's fullest but he didn't leave anything undone or unsaid. Many life lessons for all of us.
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The Last Lecture by Jeff Zaslow, Jeffrey Zaslow, RandyReview created: 08/11/08
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1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I purchased this book because i read a few reviews about it and an article in the paper about the author. I am currently reading the book and like what i've read thus far. At this writing i have learned that the author has passed away. i thought it would be helpful to learn the prospectives of someone that had only a finite amount of time left on this planet. in a way i hope that i can learn something from him.
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Good book although shortReview created: 08/11/08
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After watching the story of Randy Pausch on TV, I decided to purchase this book. It is full of entertaining thoughts from Pausch, but nothing earthshattering. I would recommend it.
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Great ExperienceReview created: 08/10/08
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I loved the love and recommended that all my friends and family read it. I am really glad that he wrote this book for all of the world to read. I hope that his family is doing okay after losing him to cancer.
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If it's the Last Thing You Do...Review created: 08/10/08
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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.
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The Last Lecture1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I had heard great things about this book from the hosts on a lcal radio show. After the author died recently I decided I really wanted to check it out. The book has some details that describe names of this person from that department at this school, blah blah blah names that don't mean anything to me. However these people were very important to the author and do serve a purpose. At the end of the book you realize it wasn't really written for the general public, and these names are extremely important to the intended audience. It is filled with wisdom we all can use and appreciate, even more so when you figure out the purpose for this book being written. I highly recommend this book to ANYONE. I would recommend it to terminally ill persons, their families, their friends, their caregivers, anyone who works with these patients, anyone with a heart beating in their chest. After all aren't we all terminal? From the moment we are born, we begin our journey toward our end. Time is not a luxury, it is a responsibility. Use it wisely. Pay it forward.
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The Last LectureReview created: 08/08/08
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0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I bought this book because of all the hype. I wanted to see for myself if it was that good. I really liked it and thought it had alot of life lessons in it. I was expecting it to be a little more heartfelt than it was. It had alot of buisness smarts in in it though.
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Life changing book.Review created: 08/07/08(updated 08/13/08)
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I watched the lecture online, watched the local news reports of his death, and needed to read his book. I am totally pleased with the book. Randy continues to teach. I am a better man for having read his story and am thankful.
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THE LAST LECTURE BY JEFF ZASLOW, RANDY PAUCSCH1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
IT IS ONE OF THE MOST INSPIRING BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ. VERY TRUE AND VERY HONEST. IT GIVES YOU A LOOK ON LIFE THAT MOST PEOPLE NEVER GET. AND IT MAKES YOU REVALUATE YOUR OWN LIFE AND LOOK AT THINGS IN A MORE POSITIVE MANNOR.
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No fuss!! Everything was done flawlessly!
The book is wonderful, for those who haven't read it. I bought this one for my mom and she loves it too
The book is wonderful, for those who haven't read it. I bought this one for my mom and she loves it too
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inspirationReview created: 08/06/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
started reading this book as soon as I recieved it,I read slow to make sure I fully understand what the auther is saying. I am so taken at times I put it down and just walk away, I was half through it,when on 7-26 I read that Randy had passed away,saddness went through me for his wife and 3 kids. What a great book.I'm going to give this to my son to read I know he will enjoy it as much as I did. THANKS RANDY GOD Bless You
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Last Lecture Review by KarenReview created: 08/04/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Loved the book, Being from Pittsburgh & following Randy's speeches, the book was well written & very enlightening. Eveyone should go through life with his outlook. The world would be a much better place!
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Last LectureReview created: 08/03/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
What a great book. So good I sent a copy to my daughter. Great read and and a good reread at any age, any time.
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THE LAST LECTUREReview created: 08/02/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
GREAT BOOK WILL GIVE TO SEVERAL PEOPLE TO READ. REALLY MAKES YOU THINK ABOUT THE TRUELY IMPORTANT THINGS IN LIFE.
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"The Last Lecture" by Randy Pausch2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I received and email video of Randy Pausch giving his "Last Lecture," and was moved to purchase the book. Interestingly, professors at the college where he taught were periodically asked to give a "Last Lecture" detailing what they would do if they found out they were dying, how they would feel, what was most important to them. Randy Pausche had just found out he had terminal pancreatic cancer when he gave his lecture. His lecture was not on dying, but on living. Both the video lecture and the book were uplifting, humerous at times, and a wonderful look into the life of this amazing man who, by virtue of his illness first, gave an inside view as to the early years of his life, he was blessed with an outstanding upbringing, and into adulthood and his life with his family and young children. The lecture was initially for his children, I believe, and addressed dreams and overcoming obstacles in life, among much other information. Most of this "lecture" was reserved for his children and part of it is not available to the public as it is for his family alone. This man lived a wonderful life and shared a great love with his family. He was intelligent, gentle, and his philosopy on life an inspiring lesson to all. I highly recommend the book, which is also available in audio. My plans are to buy several copies for gifts. It is one of the best writings I have read in years.
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The Last LectureReview created: 08/02/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
About six months ago I saw a short clip of Randy Pausch that intrigued me. I wrote down his name and found his book on Ebay a short time later. I have a family member very close to me who has also been battling with cancer and his views are so similar to Randy's optimistic views on life. I am happy to say that my loved one has been able to make the most of his time here with us and has accomplished his dreams. Through his powerful words in this heartwarming and inspirational book, Randy has helped me understand and really relate to my loved one. While on vacation last week, I learned that Randy died. I took a moment to reflect on the life of a man I never knew but respected and admired so much. I wish his family all the best and that all their dreams come true with Randy smiling down from above.
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Great Story with a Good Message1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
After reading this book I felt that it was important to take the lessons which Pausch taught and not only apply them to your own life, but to also build off of them. I loved the story and thought that his own ideas towards life were great but if anything this book should make you think about your own life and make your own guidelines on how you would like to live. If you have not read the book then you definitely should because it puts many things in perspective and puts his famous speech in writing.
Must read for all ages!
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twebb704
Must read for all ages!
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twebb704
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Inspiring and Courageous Outlook on Life!1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Randy Pausch articulates a positive approach to life...and death ... that most of us can only hope to emulate. Inspiring, humorous and heartfelt, this author's narrative brings both a smile and tears for a life finished much too soon. Most of us can only hope to fulfill our dreams and live our lives as richly as this man did. He has surely left a legacy for his wife and children but in doing so has left a tremendous legacy to the rest of us who have been privileged to share in his journey and his powerful message and life force. What a wonderful approach to life and a wonderful family to share it with! God bless you and your family, Randy Pausch!
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"The Last Lecture:" An affirmation of lifeReview created: 07/24/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I love this book because it presents the complete words of a "last lecture" given by Carnegie Mellon university professor Randy (Randolph) Pausch. When most of us hear the word "lecture," we tend to think "boring and pedantic." Not so with this particular "lecture." Given by a young professor who had been diagnosed with terminal cancer, this lecture is positive, humorous, life-affirming, encouragement to "follow your dreams," examples of how "going after what you desire / achieving your goals" doesn't always require genius - just hard work and/or tenacity,... and many other wonderful tips /views on living your life to the fullest!
The "Last Lecture" is an on-going Carnegie-Mellon event. I had not known anything about it (the event), or about this particular lecture (by Dr. Pausch), until someone sent it to me in video format. I watched the video and thought it's message (and the humor with which it was delivered) to be wonderful and inspiring! When I came across the book containing the entire lecture (the text, and photos of Dr. Pausch from childhood onward), I was thrilled to be able to buy it, and therefore read any section of it repeatedly! It truly is uplifting!
It offers (in "everyman" language) such a positive approach to living, that it is a joy to read! It is not a "self-help" text, but one man's view of what "living fully" means. I could probably write a book about this book, but will end by saying "if you can watch the lecture on video, watch it! If you can get a copy of this book, own it!"
The "Last Lecture" is an on-going Carnegie-Mellon event. I had not known anything about it (the event), or about this particular lecture (by Dr. Pausch), until someone sent it to me in video format. I watched the video and thought it's message (and the humor with which it was delivered) to be wonderful and inspiring! When I came across the book containing the entire lecture (the text, and photos of Dr. Pausch from childhood onward), I was thrilled to be able to buy it, and therefore read any section of it repeatedly! It truly is uplifting!
It offers (in "everyman" language) such a positive approach to living, that it is a joy to read! It is not a "self-help" text, but one man's view of what "living fully" means. I could probably write a book about this book, but will end by saying "if you can watch the lecture on video, watch it! If you can get a copy of this book, own it!"
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