Woog's World The Sequel Author:Dan Woog For over 12 years, Dan Woog has entertained Connecticut readers with his "Woog's World" newspaper columns. He has collected nearly 100 of his "greatest hits" in this collection. Some are cosmic, others local. Some are touching, others funny. Some inspire readers; others make them happy, angry or pensive. All revolve around Dan Woog's two favorit... more »e places: Westport, and planet earth. Subjects include a son who helps his father commit suicide; a 96-year-old woman looking back (and ahead) on a remarkable life; a beloved pediatrician who leaves medicine; a high school soccer team confronting some ugly truths about itself, and the greatest rock and roll band in the world (no, not the Beatles or Stones). Dan Woog observes a town as it changes: a hamburger stand closes, young families move in, personal values go kerflooey. Yet at the same time, so much remains the same: A pizza place serves great, simple food. The seasons and beach endure. Teenagers achieve greatness, get drunk and do drugs, grow roots and wings, and candidly discuss their dreams and fears. Through it all, the outside world intrudes. Computers crash, the president comes calling, and Dan Woog himself comes out as gay. "Woog's World: The Sequel" is a lively, engaging and thought-provoking look at American life today, written in Dan Woog's unique and unforgettable style.« less