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The Last Lecture

Randy Pausch
 
 

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Year Released 2008
Publisher Hyperion Books
Categories Biography  >  General
Health & Fitness  >  Cancer
Psychology  >  General
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In this inspiring and sometimes moving publishing phenomenon, computer science professor Randy Pausch offers a summation of his life and what he has learned. The book is derived from a presentation that Pausch made after he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Addressing his children, he spoke on the topic "Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams." When a tape of his talk was published on the YouTube website, it became a hit, as millions who viewed the clip found that his words struck a chord. Here he fleshes out and adds to his earlier work. What comes through is a gentle, sincere, and clear set of lessons on living and appreciating. (Randy Pausch passed away in July, 2008.)


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    "It's sad when great minds & spirits like Pausch had are taken so soon. This book is a living testimony for his 3 children and as such is of great importance. God be with his family."
    reviewed by silversage68 on Nov 12, 2009  |  comment
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    "I read this book for class and found it very education, sentimental, funny, and tarful. YOu lov eit as i did."
    reviewed by carolina7805 on Aug 5, 2009  |  comment
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    "I really liked this book, one of the few I think I learned from and think of often when making decisions or looking at a way to approach an obstacle."
    reviewed by dflores1980 on Apr 15, 2009  |  comment
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    "Definately worth the time. However I did book on tape while I was in the car. Totally worth it. you get the expression and everything... I will definately listen/read again!"
    reviewed by sckessler on Dec 31, 2008  |  comment
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    "This book is so inspirational. I loved the authors humor during such a difficult time. The book and lecture will be such a good memory for his children. Definitely worth the read! "
    reviewed by meluv2craft on Dec 22, 2008  |  comment
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