Life Is So Good: One Man's Extraordinary Journey through the 20th Century and How He Learned to Read at Age 98 (Abridged)
George Dawson was a slave's grandson who learned to read at age 98 and lived to the age of 103. In this remarkable memoir, he 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. Dawson's irresistible voice and view of the world are captured here as he offers insights into humanity, history, hardships, and happiness. From segregation and civil rights to many other defining moments in history, George Dawson's account and assessment of the last century inspires readers with the message that sustained him through it all: “Life is so good. I do believe it's getting better.”
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Life Is So Good: One Man's Extraordinary Journey through the 20th Century and How He Learned to Read at Age 98 (Abridged)
George Dawson was a slave's grandson who learned to read at age 98 and lived to the age of 103. In this remarkable memoir, he 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. Dawson's irresistible voice and view of the world are captured here as he offers insights into humanity, history, hardships, and happiness. From segregation and civil rights to many other defining moments in history, George Dawson's account and assessment of the last century inspires readers with the message that sustained him through it all: “Life is so good. I do believe it's getting better.”
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| BN ID: | 2940175588607 |
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| Publisher: | Phoenix Books, Inc. |
| Publication date: | 02/01/2000 |
| Edition description: | Abridged |
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