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A Beautiful Mind: The Life of Mathematical Genius and Nobel Laureate John Nash
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Book Type: Paperback
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Book Type: Paperback
168
Review Date: 11/23/2013
When I saw the movie recently and discovered that Nash's life had been sanitized, I felt compelled to read the book. Though I dislike mathematics, I was overcome at times with emotion to read of the horrors this intellectual giant experienced. My profound sympathies to Mr. Nash, his wife, his children and his many friends and colleagues- but I am so glad he experienced a remission. Family members of mine have also gone through terrible mental health issues. We have drawn similar conclusions about "fair weather friends" who treat sufferers of mental illness very differently from those experiencing physical illness. In a perfect world this should not happen- but this is not a perfect world. This is truly one of the greatest stories of suffering, loyalty and resilience that you will ever read!!!!!!
Review Date: 6/25/2011
Major problem with book -it's outdated. Great book if you want to know about Afghanistan in the past. I'm sure it was a good book in its day.
Review Date: 6/15/2011
Didn't like it. Just a pale shadow of past books
Review Date: 10/30/2022
Rutherfurd is English counterpart to James Michener. You always wish for more when you reach the end of the book. That being said I liked SARUM better. I taught European history for years but never understood the nuances Rutherfurd brings to the table.
Review Date: 9/10/2020
Helpful Score: 1
Very good book-enjoy the relationships Picoult creates between her characters. Though her work might be considered women' lit,as a man,I enjoy them very much
Review Date: 8/5/2018
Have read other books in the series, but this one was kind of confusing. Had to turn many times to map and organization of the tribes and geographical locations. Also googled for explanations of various terms not defined by the author
Review Date: 7/12/2013
Having read a number of Crais' books, this is the best of the lot. He would do well to revive the main characters, Scott and Maggie into a series. It's a real "feel good" book. In light of having several dog companions over the years, I've always wondered what goes through a dog's mind. He does a superlative job capturing a dog's perspective of the world- its fun to share both Scott's and Maggie's thoughts. Can't wait for a follow-up to this book.
Review Date: 12/21/2011
Not up to Baldacci's other novels of suspense. Ending is very weak.
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