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

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

Author: Jeff Zaslow, Jeffrey Zaslow, Randy Pausch

ISBN-10: 1401323251

ISBN-13: 9781401323257

Format: Hardcover

Publication Year: 2008

Category: SELF-HELP

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... | More

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If it's the Last Thing You Do...
by: nannyg-half (506)	Review created: 08/10/08
4 out of 4 people found the following 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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Powerful, easy read.
by: stevenfike (60)	Review created: 08/11/08
3 out of 3 people found the following 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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Great Experience
by: ameethomas (38)	Review created: 08/10/08
3 out of 3 people found the following 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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The Last Lecture
by: kk10120 (136)	Review created: 07/08/08
3 out of 3 people found the following review helpful. Inspirational and uplifting! This book is an easy read...short, sweet, thought provoking...a great outline on how to live life to it's fullest!
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Living 110% Until Your Last Breath
by: magnets704 (843)	Review created: 04/17/08 (updated: 07/26/08)
3 out of 3 people found the following review helpful. This book is from the last lecture given by Randy Plausch, professor at Carnegie Mellon University. Mr. Plausch wrote this while dying of pancreatic cancer, but the lecture is not about cancer or dying, but about living with gusto and achieving your childhood dreams. He died Friday, July 25, 2008, but LIVED to the end. If anyone can read this book and NOT be inspired, they may need to read it again. Mr. Plausch appears to live the "mach 10 with your hair on fire" life, defying death to the end. The book and his life challenge a person to go beyond their normal limits. He shows that you don't have to be a professor, a type A personality, the head of the class, or anything that you consider successful to realize that you can reach for the highest dreams and goals in life by mentally eliminating the ceilings or limits you normally place on yourself. If you read about him or have seen him interviewed, Mr. Plausch was obviously a person who pushed the envelope and inspired others to do the same. The book makes me get up in the morning and realize that if I'm still alive I'd better get out and go for the gusto. Good inspirational read for almost any age--good gift for any occasion. I've been reading it with my teens.
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A must have, heart felt addition to any library
by: chasenakl (435)	Review created: 08/12/08
2 out of 2 people found the following 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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inspiration
by: sampica4092 (4)	Review created: 08/06/08
2 out of 2 people found the following 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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"The Last Lecture" by Randy Pausch
by: erzmama (2947)	Review created: 08/02/08
2 out of 2 people found the following 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 Lecture
by: oceanlovinliz (303)	Review created: 08/02/08
2 out of 2 people found the following 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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"The Last Lecture:" An affirmation of life
by: jaspersandgems (1288)	Review created: 07/24/08
2 out of 2 people found the following 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!"
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