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Perspective
Contemplating the Complexities of Our Realities
Dr. Rachel Altvater
2024 Honorable Mention
178 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Haiqa Munir for Readers' Favorite
Perspective: Contemplating the Complexities of Our Realities by Rachel Altvater is a thought-provoking and engaging exploration of the multifaceted nature of our existence. The book delves into the intricate layers that shape our perceptions, beliefs, and understanding of the world. Altvater skillfully navigates the complexities of various subjects, offering readers a stimulating intellectual journey. The book merges profound philosophical ideas with scientific principles in a manner that is accessible to both academics and the general public. Altvater's expertise shines through as she takes readers on a captivating voyage through metaphysics, epistemology, and the philosophy of mind. The author presents compelling arguments that challenge conventional notions of reality, encouraging readers to reconsider their perspectives on life. She skillfully weaves personal anecdotes and case studies throughout the book, adding a human touch to the philosophical musings. These real-life examples enhance the reader's connection with the material, making complex concepts easier to grasp.
The thematic structure is well-organized, guiding readers through a logical progression of ideas. Rachel Altvater doesn't shy away from presenting contrasting viewpoints, fostering critical thinking and encouraging readers to ponder their assumptions. This approach engages the reader and invites them to participate in the intellectual discourse the book offers actively. Perspective: Contemplating the Complexities of Our Realities does an excellent job of explaining the complex concept of perspective in a way that is easy to understand. The author also provides practical strategies for developing empathy, understanding, and connection across different perspectives. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning more about the importance of perspective in human relationships. This is recommended for anyone seeking a thought-provoking journey into the depths of human understanding and the nature of reality.
Perspective: Contemplating the Complexities of Our Realities by Rachel Altvater is a thought-provoking and engaging exploration of the multifaceted nature of our existence. The book delves into the intricate layers that shape our perceptions, beliefs, and understanding of the world. Altvater skillfully navigates the complexities of various subjects, offering readers a stimulating intellectual journey. The book merges profound philosophical ideas with scientific principles in a manner that is accessible to both academics and the general public. Altvater's expertise shines through as she takes readers on a captivating voyage through metaphysics, epistemology, and the philosophy of mind. The author presents compelling arguments that challenge conventional notions of reality, encouraging readers to reconsider their perspectives on life. She skillfully weaves personal anecdotes and case studies throughout the book, adding a human touch to the philosophical musings. These real-life examples enhance the reader's connection with the material, making complex concepts easier to grasp.
The thematic structure is well-organized, guiding readers through a logical progression of ideas. Rachel Altvater doesn't shy away from presenting contrasting viewpoints, fostering critical thinking and encouraging readers to ponder their assumptions. This approach engages the reader and invites them to participate in the intellectual discourse the book offers actively. Perspective: Contemplating the Complexities of Our Realities does an excellent job of explaining the complex concept of perspective in a way that is easy to understand. The author also provides practical strategies for developing empathy, understanding, and connection across different perspectives. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning more about the importance of perspective in human relationships. This is recommended for anyone seeking a thought-provoking journey into the depths of human understanding and the nature of reality.
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Purposeful Education
My Bet Against Poverty
Ebrima Sawaneh
2024 Bronze Medal
138 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Natalie Soine for Readers' Favorite
Ebrima Sawaneh's memoir, Purposeful Education: My Bet Against Poverty, is a compelling narrative that traces Ebrima's remarkable journey from a humble Gambian village to the commanding roles of Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The book begins with Ebrima's early struggles, including two interruptions in his education due to financial constraints, yet he perseveres, excels academically, and becomes a chartered accountant, earning an MBA in Finance and attending executive courses around the world. Throughout his memoir, Ebrima's journey underscores the transformative potential of education, resilience, determination, and the profound influence of mentors. The book takes readers through Ebrima's experiences, from his days as a village boy to managing a donkey cart operation, ultimately reaching the pinnacles of success in the seaport industry. Purposeful Education serves as a testament to the extraordinary impact of purpose-driven learning, offering a message of hope to those facing similar challenges.
Ebrima Sawaneh's odyssey from resource constraints to overseeing billion-dollar assets serves as a powerful inspiration to readers of all backgrounds. It impels us to recognize the potential of purposeful education, highlighting the significance of unwavering commitment and consistency in pursuing our aspirations. In a world where obstacles and challenges are ubiquitous, Purposeful Education offers a message of hope, reminding us that, with the right mindset and support, we can surmount any adversity. This memoir is a must-read for those seeking motivation and a reminder that education is a formidable tool for personal and professional advancement. Purposeful Education is beautifully written, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
Ebrima Sawaneh's memoir, Purposeful Education: My Bet Against Poverty, is a compelling narrative that traces Ebrima's remarkable journey from a humble Gambian village to the commanding roles of Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The book begins with Ebrima's early struggles, including two interruptions in his education due to financial constraints, yet he perseveres, excels academically, and becomes a chartered accountant, earning an MBA in Finance and attending executive courses around the world. Throughout his memoir, Ebrima's journey underscores the transformative potential of education, resilience, determination, and the profound influence of mentors. The book takes readers through Ebrima's experiences, from his days as a village boy to managing a donkey cart operation, ultimately reaching the pinnacles of success in the seaport industry. Purposeful Education serves as a testament to the extraordinary impact of purpose-driven learning, offering a message of hope to those facing similar challenges.
Ebrima Sawaneh's odyssey from resource constraints to overseeing billion-dollar assets serves as a powerful inspiration to readers of all backgrounds. It impels us to recognize the potential of purposeful education, highlighting the significance of unwavering commitment and consistency in pursuing our aspirations. In a world where obstacles and challenges are ubiquitous, Purposeful Education offers a message of hope, reminding us that, with the right mindset and support, we can surmount any adversity. This memoir is a must-read for those seeking motivation and a reminder that education is a formidable tool for personal and professional advancement. Purposeful Education is beautifully written, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
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From Lonely to Fearless
A Guide to Conquering Loneliness, Boosting Self-Esteem, and Letting Go of Others' Opinions
Ramona Galey
2024 Silver Medal
174 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Frank Mutuma for Readers' Favorite
From Lonely to Fearless by Ramona Galey tackles loneliness, which is a complex emotion that manifests in different ways. There are many types of loneliness, such as social loneliness, in which, despite one's accomplishments, there is no connection and one feels like a loser. Anomic loneliness stems from radical transformation and change. Apart from strained relationships and mood swings, loneliness affects many aspects of human life, such as mental and physical health. For us to address the issue of loneliness, we need to be informed and debunk the myths surrounding the issue, such as people thinking it is a temporary state based on current circumstances. Finding a guide and mentor is key to solving some of the issues that cause loneliness. Other things that might help include practicing self-compassion and unconditional love.
From Lonely to Fearless by Ramona Galey is a must-read! I loved how this book offered a deeper insight into the issue of loneliness. Many people might downplay the impact of loneliness, but it is a combination of issues that leads to the ever-rising cases of mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. The examples Ramona gave of different clients were relatable and practical, making the book very effective in passing on the intended message. I also loved how she highlighted some parts that had messages she wanted to stand out. The systematic and logical flow of ideas also ensured that there was no room for confusion. The narration was excellent, which added to the overall beauty of the book. Readers will also appreciate the easy-to-understand language used, which makes it accessible to everyone.
From Lonely to Fearless by Ramona Galey tackles loneliness, which is a complex emotion that manifests in different ways. There are many types of loneliness, such as social loneliness, in which, despite one's accomplishments, there is no connection and one feels like a loser. Anomic loneliness stems from radical transformation and change. Apart from strained relationships and mood swings, loneliness affects many aspects of human life, such as mental and physical health. For us to address the issue of loneliness, we need to be informed and debunk the myths surrounding the issue, such as people thinking it is a temporary state based on current circumstances. Finding a guide and mentor is key to solving some of the issues that cause loneliness. Other things that might help include practicing self-compassion and unconditional love.
From Lonely to Fearless by Ramona Galey is a must-read! I loved how this book offered a deeper insight into the issue of loneliness. Many people might downplay the impact of loneliness, but it is a combination of issues that leads to the ever-rising cases of mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. The examples Ramona gave of different clients were relatable and practical, making the book very effective in passing on the intended message. I also loved how she highlighted some parts that had messages she wanted to stand out. The systematic and logical flow of ideas also ensured that there was no room for confusion. The narration was excellent, which added to the overall beauty of the book. Readers will also appreciate the easy-to-understand language used, which makes it accessible to everyone.
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Misplaced Childhood
A True Story of Resiliency and Child Advocacy
Joan Ulsher
2024 Gold Medal
315 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Erin Nicole Cochran for Readers' Favorite
Misplaced Childhood: A True Story of Resiliency and Child Advocacy by Joan Ulsher is an empowering memoir that takes us through her life up to the present day. Starting with a childhood filled with unspeakable abuse, neglect, and part of her teenage years spent in foster care, to struggles as a young adult trying to make her way in the world, we watch her evolution. Within these pages, she goes from victim to becoming a beacon in the dark and a soft place to land for those who might have been left helpless with no true guide, or protector, as she was. The strength of Ulsher's words and purpose, and her plea to join the cause and share the work that advocates of CASA embody, will feel like a call to arms against the broken system that is the world.
Joan Ulsher’s Misplaced Childhood may make you weep. It may also be the smelling salts that jumpstart your mind and body to take a look outside your small world. One of the stories that struck me in a way that I can’t explain is in Chapter 23: “They often traveled placement to placement with their sole belongings in a black trash bag. It was a humiliating journey. I was that kid too.” There are stories that will crack you out of your comfortable life; they will make you want more for the world around you, for the people that aren’t so easily seen unless you go looking for them. Look for them. This is a great fit for all places and programs that extend help, as well as high school libraries. I think it is important for young people to be aware of the need that is out there, and for them to know that they are not alone.
Misplaced Childhood: A True Story of Resiliency and Child Advocacy by Joan Ulsher is an empowering memoir that takes us through her life up to the present day. Starting with a childhood filled with unspeakable abuse, neglect, and part of her teenage years spent in foster care, to struggles as a young adult trying to make her way in the world, we watch her evolution. Within these pages, she goes from victim to becoming a beacon in the dark and a soft place to land for those who might have been left helpless with no true guide, or protector, as she was. The strength of Ulsher's words and purpose, and her plea to join the cause and share the work that advocates of CASA embody, will feel like a call to arms against the broken system that is the world.
Joan Ulsher’s Misplaced Childhood may make you weep. It may also be the smelling salts that jumpstart your mind and body to take a look outside your small world. One of the stories that struck me in a way that I can’t explain is in Chapter 23: “They often traveled placement to placement with their sole belongings in a black trash bag. It was a humiliating journey. I was that kid too.” There are stories that will crack you out of your comfortable life; they will make you want more for the world around you, for the people that aren’t so easily seen unless you go looking for them. Look for them. This is a great fit for all places and programs that extend help, as well as high school libraries. I think it is important for young people to be aware of the need that is out there, and for them to know that they are not alone.
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The Future Normal
How We Will Live, Work and Thrive in the Next Decade
Rohit Bhargava, Henry Coutinho-Mason
2023 Finalist
336 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
The Future Normal: How We Will Live, Work and Thrive in the Next Decade explores different innovative practices and groundbreaking ideas in various industries and societies around the world. Rohit Bhargava and Henry Coutinho-Mason spent most of the last decade examining early signs of transformations in different fields that are likely to shape our world. The book is divided into three parts. The first focuses on the changes that could occur in the experience of individuals relating to relationships, health, learning, and other aspects of day-to-day life. The second examines how we're likely to work, consume, and live together in our societies. In the final section, we see long-term innovation and a prediction of humanity's chances of surviving with futuristic cities, environments, agricultural practices, and governments.
The book includes substantial references, insightful quotes, a summary at the start of each section, and a comprehensive appendix. I learned about many things I never knew existed, such as stealth learning and job sharing. Apart from preparing readers for the future, The Future Normal also incorporates a writing style that's suitable for today's generation and possibly the next since it is concise, graphically appealing, and captivating enough to reach all readers. If you love reading about new trends, innovations, and technology, you should read Rohit Bhargava and Henry Coutinho-Mason's work. You will be inspired to embrace new ways of doing things that will improve your health, learning, relationships, mental health, work culture, and general well-being.
The Future Normal: How We Will Live, Work and Thrive in the Next Decade explores different innovative practices and groundbreaking ideas in various industries and societies around the world. Rohit Bhargava and Henry Coutinho-Mason spent most of the last decade examining early signs of transformations in different fields that are likely to shape our world. The book is divided into three parts. The first focuses on the changes that could occur in the experience of individuals relating to relationships, health, learning, and other aspects of day-to-day life. The second examines how we're likely to work, consume, and live together in our societies. In the final section, we see long-term innovation and a prediction of humanity's chances of surviving with futuristic cities, environments, agricultural practices, and governments.
The book includes substantial references, insightful quotes, a summary at the start of each section, and a comprehensive appendix. I learned about many things I never knew existed, such as stealth learning and job sharing. Apart from preparing readers for the future, The Future Normal also incorporates a writing style that's suitable for today's generation and possibly the next since it is concise, graphically appealing, and captivating enough to reach all readers. If you love reading about new trends, innovations, and technology, you should read Rohit Bhargava and Henry Coutinho-Mason's work. You will be inspired to embrace new ways of doing things that will improve your health, learning, relationships, mental health, work culture, and general well-being.
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Uprooted
Family Trauma, Unknown Origins, and the Secretive History of Artificial Insemination
Peter J. Boni
2023 Honorable Mention
288 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Vincent Dublado for Readers' Favorite
In his middle years, Peter J. Boni is at the top of his professional career as a veteran high-tech CEO who is the go-to guy for organizations in disrepair. While his career has been competing for time and attention with his family, his mother suffers a post-surgical stroke. His wife then reveals to him that his mother, while regaining her memory, tells his wife a story that Peter’s father is not his biological parent. This is the story of Uprooted: Family Trauma, Unknown Origins, and the Secretive History of Artificial Insemination, where author Peter J. Boni traces the roots of his genealogical origin that took him twenty years. With the help of Tracy, his resilient and creative daughter, he comes to learn of the consequences of assisted reproduction as a long-lost sister, Roxy, enters the scene. As Roxy adds a few missing pieces to complete their genetic puzzle, Peter wonders if he has more half-siblings from a single sperm donor.
Uprooted is a passionate telling of a secret that was intended to be taken to the grave. I cannot help but admire Boni’s precise choice of words to aptly describe his feelings about the whole revelation and the moving narrative about his crusade to decode his genetic identity. This is a story that not only provides a startling look at reproductive technologies but similarly serves as a wake-up call for an industry practice that no one talks about. The most thought-provoking part of his journey is knowing that he is not alone as donor-conceived individuals continue to flourish. In discovering his own truth that has set him free, I strongly recommend that you read this work to encourage you to trace your own roots. Whether or not you are a product of a natural union, there is something liberating about knowing who you are at a genetic level.
In his middle years, Peter J. Boni is at the top of his professional career as a veteran high-tech CEO who is the go-to guy for organizations in disrepair. While his career has been competing for time and attention with his family, his mother suffers a post-surgical stroke. His wife then reveals to him that his mother, while regaining her memory, tells his wife a story that Peter’s father is not his biological parent. This is the story of Uprooted: Family Trauma, Unknown Origins, and the Secretive History of Artificial Insemination, where author Peter J. Boni traces the roots of his genealogical origin that took him twenty years. With the help of Tracy, his resilient and creative daughter, he comes to learn of the consequences of assisted reproduction as a long-lost sister, Roxy, enters the scene. As Roxy adds a few missing pieces to complete their genetic puzzle, Peter wonders if he has more half-siblings from a single sperm donor.
Uprooted is a passionate telling of a secret that was intended to be taken to the grave. I cannot help but admire Boni’s precise choice of words to aptly describe his feelings about the whole revelation and the moving narrative about his crusade to decode his genetic identity. This is a story that not only provides a startling look at reproductive technologies but similarly serves as a wake-up call for an industry practice that no one talks about. The most thought-provoking part of his journey is knowing that he is not alone as donor-conceived individuals continue to flourish. In discovering his own truth that has set him free, I strongly recommend that you read this work to encourage you to trace your own roots. Whether or not you are a product of a natural union, there is something liberating about knowing who you are at a genetic level.
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Broken to Beautifully Whole
A Compelling Crusade to Break the Silence, Move Through the Trauma, and Heal the Pain
Cathy Studer
2023 Bronze Medal
182 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Astrid Iustulin for Readers' Favorite
Cathy Studer was six years old when her stepfather started abusing her by telling her she was bad and deserved punishment. The nightmare lasted until her adolescence when her mother discovered the letters in which he had Cathy describe what he was doing to her. From that moment Cathy's healing process began, and she recounts what she underwent and the conclusions she has drawn in the book Broken to Beautifully Whole. This is more than a memoir; it is a means the author has chosen to raise awareness and change things.
When I started reading Broken to Beautifully Whole, I expected to share Cathy Studer's personal story of abuse and healing. Instead, the author offered me something far more profound. Her goal is to invite other people who have been abused or know someone who has been, to come forward and set matters right. I am sure that after reading these pages, many will feel compelled to do so. Studer gives us some frightening percentages (the one that shocked me most was that one in four girls and one in six boys have been or will be abused) but also gives hope to those on the road to recovery by talking to them about resilience, gratitude, faith, and forgiveness. There is more than wisdom in these pages - there is a call to action to change the things we cannot ignore. I hope this book will influence many people. It is the right tool to make the world safer for our children.
Cathy Studer was six years old when her stepfather started abusing her by telling her she was bad and deserved punishment. The nightmare lasted until her adolescence when her mother discovered the letters in which he had Cathy describe what he was doing to her. From that moment Cathy's healing process began, and she recounts what she underwent and the conclusions she has drawn in the book Broken to Beautifully Whole. This is more than a memoir; it is a means the author has chosen to raise awareness and change things.
When I started reading Broken to Beautifully Whole, I expected to share Cathy Studer's personal story of abuse and healing. Instead, the author offered me something far more profound. Her goal is to invite other people who have been abused or know someone who has been, to come forward and set matters right. I am sure that after reading these pages, many will feel compelled to do so. Studer gives us some frightening percentages (the one that shocked me most was that one in four girls and one in six boys have been or will be abused) but also gives hope to those on the road to recovery by talking to them about resilience, gratitude, faith, and forgiveness. There is more than wisdom in these pages - there is a call to action to change the things we cannot ignore. I hope this book will influence many people. It is the right tool to make the world safer for our children.
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#ONECHOICE
How Ten Seconds Can Change Your Life
Nick and Jack Savage, Becky Savage
2023 Gold Medal
231 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
#ONECHOICE – How Ten Seconds Can Change Your Life is a work of non-fiction in the social issues subgenre. It is suitable for the general reading audience and was penned by author Becky Savage, with contributions from the memories of Nick and Jack Savage. The book tells the story of two brothers who were celebrating the end of their high school careers with their classmates when they made the fatal decision to take Oxy after someone started offering it around at a party. The legacy of the brothers sends a powerful message about peer pressure, drugs, and the effect that a single decision can have.
This is one of the most powerful works of non-fiction I’ve ever read, written by a mother in the spirit of the two sons she lost to an overdose one fateful night when a single decision cost them everything. Author Becky Savage does a beautiful job in capturing the spirit of her sons Nick and Jack as she explores the events that led to them making a single, uncharacteristic choice that led to their deaths whilst still in their teens. It is aimed predominantly at educating parents and teenagers about the deadly consequences of narcotics by highlighting the fact that it only takes one bad choice in one moment to have life-changing consequences. Overall, #ONECHOICE never shies away from the harsh reality of drugs, peer pressure, or grief, but it does find a successful approach to the discussion by focusing on non-judgmental education for young people who find themselves in a similar situation to Nick and Jack and, in doing so, I believe that in the right hands this book could help save lives.
#ONECHOICE – How Ten Seconds Can Change Your Life is a work of non-fiction in the social issues subgenre. It is suitable for the general reading audience and was penned by author Becky Savage, with contributions from the memories of Nick and Jack Savage. The book tells the story of two brothers who were celebrating the end of their high school careers with their classmates when they made the fatal decision to take Oxy after someone started offering it around at a party. The legacy of the brothers sends a powerful message about peer pressure, drugs, and the effect that a single decision can have.
This is one of the most powerful works of non-fiction I’ve ever read, written by a mother in the spirit of the two sons she lost to an overdose one fateful night when a single decision cost them everything. Author Becky Savage does a beautiful job in capturing the spirit of her sons Nick and Jack as she explores the events that led to them making a single, uncharacteristic choice that led to their deaths whilst still in their teens. It is aimed predominantly at educating parents and teenagers about the deadly consequences of narcotics by highlighting the fact that it only takes one bad choice in one moment to have life-changing consequences. Overall, #ONECHOICE never shies away from the harsh reality of drugs, peer pressure, or grief, but it does find a successful approach to the discussion by focusing on non-judgmental education for young people who find themselves in a similar situation to Nick and Jack and, in doing so, I believe that in the right hands this book could help save lives.
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Disappeared
How A People Who Once Lived in a Small Caribbean Village Vanished Without a Historical Trace to Humankind
Dr. Martin Matthew
2022 Finalist
190 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Disappeared: How A People Who Once Lived in a Small Caribbean Village Vanished Without a Historical Trace to Humankind is a work of non-fiction in the cultural and historical subgenres. It is suitable for the general reading audience and was penned by Dr. Martin Matthew on a subject very close to his heart. The work covers the history, development, and eventual demise of a utopic society based in the Caribbean basin, where life was built on values that appreciated nature and one another. In this detailed treatise, Dr. Matthew discusses what a great loss it is to the wider world for such a respectable, cultured, and enlightened way of living to be lost, and allows readers into his world to understand this unique society more and take its intrinsic values with them into the future.
It is always fascinating when I get to read about other cultures and their ways of life, and especially thrilling to discover places and people that I’ve never heard of or thought about. Dr. Martin Matthew pens this incredible book with a loving and nostalgic hand, and I’m certain it will create vivid memories for those who have been lucky enough to experience similar cultural backgrounds in their lives. The work is well organized and highly informative, but it also has the atmospheric and cinematic narrative quality of an immersive novel, bringing you into a warm and loving atmosphere in vivid color. Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend Disappeared to any reader interested in human values, nature, sociology, and preserving culture. It is a love letter to morals, ideas, and beliefs that we sorely need in today’s world.
Disappeared: How A People Who Once Lived in a Small Caribbean Village Vanished Without a Historical Trace to Humankind is a work of non-fiction in the cultural and historical subgenres. It is suitable for the general reading audience and was penned by Dr. Martin Matthew on a subject very close to his heart. The work covers the history, development, and eventual demise of a utopic society based in the Caribbean basin, where life was built on values that appreciated nature and one another. In this detailed treatise, Dr. Matthew discusses what a great loss it is to the wider world for such a respectable, cultured, and enlightened way of living to be lost, and allows readers into his world to understand this unique society more and take its intrinsic values with them into the future.
It is always fascinating when I get to read about other cultures and their ways of life, and especially thrilling to discover places and people that I’ve never heard of or thought about. Dr. Martin Matthew pens this incredible book with a loving and nostalgic hand, and I’m certain it will create vivid memories for those who have been lucky enough to experience similar cultural backgrounds in their lives. The work is well organized and highly informative, but it also has the atmospheric and cinematic narrative quality of an immersive novel, bringing you into a warm and loving atmosphere in vivid color. Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend Disappeared to any reader interested in human values, nature, sociology, and preserving culture. It is a love letter to morals, ideas, and beliefs that we sorely need in today’s world.
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Not So Black and White
An Invitation to Honest Conversations about Race and Faith
Reggie Dabbs and John Driver
2022 Honorable Mention
288 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Social Issues
Reviewed by Vincent Dublado for Readers' Favorite
Not So Black and White: An Invitation to Honest Conversations about Race and Faith by Reggie Dabbs and John Driver is a book on social issues that doesn’t mince words to get to the core of the message it imparts. Jumping instantly into a talk about racism can prove awkward, and there seems to be no comfortable way to engage with people about this issue. But it is the touchy subjects that always clamor to be addressed. Thankfully, this is what the book aims to do—to make your conversations about race and faith relevant without the trappings of misinterpreted context. A caveat: some chapters will trigger your feelings, and this is fine. This signals the beginning of your conditioning of reinterpreting terms and how to respond to given stimuli.
Not So Black and White is, by far, the most eye-opening book I have ever read on the issue of race and faith. If you still feel offended by the authors’ brutal honesty after reading the book, that’s on you. It is clear that Reggie Dabbs and John Driver didn’t write this book to feed anyone’s ego but to simply help create a better understanding of race and faith as topics that have proven to be too contentious in a time of self-entitled and easy-to-offend snowflakes. Dabbs and Driver try to help you gain knowledge of the racialized contexts in our society, and at the same time, stir you to create and nurture that much-needed connection when racial realities and faith come together. I recommend this book to anyone to help expand their awareness and make their conversations about race and faith more meaningful.
Not So Black and White: An Invitation to Honest Conversations about Race and Faith by Reggie Dabbs and John Driver is a book on social issues that doesn’t mince words to get to the core of the message it imparts. Jumping instantly into a talk about racism can prove awkward, and there seems to be no comfortable way to engage with people about this issue. But it is the touchy subjects that always clamor to be addressed. Thankfully, this is what the book aims to do—to make your conversations about race and faith relevant without the trappings of misinterpreted context. A caveat: some chapters will trigger your feelings, and this is fine. This signals the beginning of your conditioning of reinterpreting terms and how to respond to given stimuli.
Not So Black and White is, by far, the most eye-opening book I have ever read on the issue of race and faith. If you still feel offended by the authors’ brutal honesty after reading the book, that’s on you. It is clear that Reggie Dabbs and John Driver didn’t write this book to feed anyone’s ego but to simply help create a better understanding of race and faith as topics that have proven to be too contentious in a time of self-entitled and easy-to-offend snowflakes. Dabbs and Driver try to help you gain knowledge of the racialized contexts in our society, and at the same time, stir you to create and nurture that much-needed connection when racial realities and faith come together. I recommend this book to anyone to help expand their awareness and make their conversations about race and faith more meaningful.
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