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3rd Generation and Beyond
"Yesterday's lessons, for tomorrow's future..." 3rd Generation and Beyond is a book of powerful life philosophies according to a Third Generation Holocaust descendant. Each chapter gives a little more insight into how we, as individuals, can empower ourselves and the world around us. Back of book: By this time, you would think we would have learned our lesson. By now, you would think humankind would have found a way to live together peacefully. For some reason that is not the case. 3rd Generation takes us on a journey through the perspective of a young woman who wants to know why we can't seem to find common ground. Her insightful life philosophies are all inspired by her view of the world as a Third Generation descendant of the Holocaust. Her grandparents experienced the worst of times, yet still held onto the belief that life can and should be beautiful. Their life lessons will help you discover how we can all create a better world. ... a treasure of inspiring, thoughtful life lessons interwoven with what Danna learned from her grandparents who were Holocaust survivors.
152 pages, Paperback
First published January 20, 2013
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Danna Pycher
1 book15 followersHello All,
I am happy to be a part of this reading community. As the author of 3rd Generation and Beyond I made a commitment to Holocaust education and character building for schools. I speak at schools and events in hopes of inspiring the next generations to know how important standing up for what is right is.
I look forward to hearing your feedback and sharing my book reviews with you. I am also a clinical hypnotherapist at By This Time Coaching. http://www.bttcoaching.com
Let's connect!
Danna
I am happy to be a part of this reading community. As the author of 3rd Generation and Beyond I made a commitment to Holocaust education and character building for schools. I speak at schools and events in hopes of inspiring the next generations to know how important standing up for what is right is.
I look forward to hearing your feedback and sharing my book reviews with you. I am also a clinical hypnotherapist at By This Time Coaching. http://www.bttcoaching.com
Let's connect!
Danna
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May 11, 2013
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Danna is the granddaughter of two Holocaust survivors and in this book she talks about the situations in which she has been involved that have made her think about her grandparents’ lives and how they faced their problems in the past. Her grandparents always tried to be kind with other people, even with strangers; they helped her friends and lived without complaining about the bad things that happened to them in the past even though they were terrible situations in which they lost their families, but these people have always put a smile on their face to let people know you can always find happiness.
Danna talks about times or situations when she has behaved rudely or she has complained about her bad luck, and how the memory of her grandparents made her think that this is not the way to solve her problems. She has written short chapters in which she gives simple tips (be kind, try to learn something from the bad times, help people in need, learn about the history of your family, etc.) that you have heard or read millions of times probably, but I think that is good to remind them from time to time and finally carry them out!
Fortunately, we will never find ourselves in the situation of witnessing our family being forced to board a train to a death camp, so if we compare, all the troubles of our life seem quite easier. And if the people that have suffered that situation have lived happily without being grumpy or feeling sorry for themselves for the rest of their lives, I’m sure we also can learn that lesson and do it as well. We can build a better world if we try, and that’s what this book is about.
January 2, 2015
From The Book Wheel
When Rebecca at Love at First Book invited me to be a part of the #3GAB tour, I immediately agreed because I generally trust her judgment when it comes to books. I’m please to report that she did not disappoint!
3rd Generation and Beyond by Danna Pycher is a short book of life lessons that she learned from being a 3rd generation Holocaust survivor. Simple and heartfelt, she uses her personal experiences from surviving a horrific car accident to an around-the-world journey to find her roots, Danna urges the writer to be grateful and take advantage of life’s opportunities. It reminds me of the life lessons version of The Mastery of Love by don Miguel Ruiz.
I really liked this book and think that it should be a must-read for middle school girls all over. It offers anecdotes such as, “Kindness is infectious. Spread the disease,” and, perhaps more relevant to the age group, “If someone is spewing out hateful words, don’t hesitate to think they will act in a hateful way.” And of course, some of it just made me laugh, like when she talked about her grandfather wearing hand-me-down dresses until he was 8.
But some portions of the book struck a more personal chord with me. First, we have a lot in common. Our favorite number is 18, we both loved our grandmothers more than words can describe, and we’re both jealous of Oprah. While I haven’t been in a horrific car accident and can’t relate to her situation entirely, I have spent a few months being physically dependent on others. Her frustration at needing to be helped to get dressed and her inability to do anything for herself rang true for me and I empathize with her struggles.
For the full review, click here.
When Rebecca at Love at First Book invited me to be a part of the #3GAB tour, I immediately agreed because I generally trust her judgment when it comes to books. I’m please to report that she did not disappoint!
3rd Generation and Beyond by Danna Pycher is a short book of life lessons that she learned from being a 3rd generation Holocaust survivor. Simple and heartfelt, she uses her personal experiences from surviving a horrific car accident to an around-the-world journey to find her roots, Danna urges the writer to be grateful and take advantage of life’s opportunities. It reminds me of the life lessons version of The Mastery of Love by don Miguel Ruiz.
I really liked this book and think that it should be a must-read for middle school girls all over. It offers anecdotes such as, “Kindness is infectious. Spread the disease,” and, perhaps more relevant to the age group, “If someone is spewing out hateful words, don’t hesitate to think they will act in a hateful way.” And of course, some of it just made me laugh, like when she talked about her grandfather wearing hand-me-down dresses until he was 8.
But some portions of the book struck a more personal chord with me. First, we have a lot in common. Our favorite number is 18, we both loved our grandmothers more than words can describe, and we’re both jealous of Oprah. While I haven’t been in a horrific car accident and can’t relate to her situation entirely, I have spent a few months being physically dependent on others. Her frustration at needing to be helped to get dressed and her inability to do anything for herself rang true for me and I empathize with her struggles.
For the full review, click here.
April 9, 2013
Beshert.
This word is Hebrew for “fated” or “meant to be.” And this is how I feel about having been connected to Danna Pycher.
One of my friends sent me a Facebook message that basically said, “here’s my friend’s book, you should read it and put it on your blog and talk to my friend.” Danna and I were connected, she sent me a copy of 3rd Generation and Beyond, and since then, I have made it part of my mission to help promote this book.
Why do I want to help promote this book? For many reasons.
One reason is because Danna is just so incredibly passionate! 3rd Generation and Beyond (3GAB from here on out) teaches morals and life lessons through the stories of her grandparents’ experiences surviving the Holocaust as well as through her stories of triumph after a terrible accident. Through speaking to Danna and reading her story, it is obvious that she feels strongly about this book and her cause.
Another reason is. . .
For the full review, visit Love at First Book
This word is Hebrew for “fated” or “meant to be.” And this is how I feel about having been connected to Danna Pycher.
One of my friends sent me a Facebook message that basically said, “here’s my friend’s book, you should read it and put it on your blog and talk to my friend.” Danna and I were connected, she sent me a copy of 3rd Generation and Beyond, and since then, I have made it part of my mission to help promote this book.
Why do I want to help promote this book? For many reasons.
One reason is because Danna is just so incredibly passionate! 3rd Generation and Beyond (3GAB from here on out) teaches morals and life lessons through the stories of her grandparents’ experiences surviving the Holocaust as well as through her stories of triumph after a terrible accident. Through speaking to Danna and reading her story, it is obvious that she feels strongly about this book and her cause.
Another reason is. . .
For the full review, visit Love at First Book
August 14, 2017
Danna draws inspiration from her grandparents, being Holocaust survivors and a terrible accident that left her handicapped for a long time to write this truly inspiring book. In her book, she addresses valuable life lessons on morality and values which, by reading her novel, I feel she is very passionate about. She speaks about kindness being infectious, how a small act of kindness could change someone’s life for the better. She covers topics such as appreciating what you have, to live in the moment, to speak up about injustice, racism and not to give into emotions such as fear, jealousy, envy and hatred.
Go read my full review here:
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Go read my full review here:
http://thebookmusings.com/2013/05/08/...
July 7, 2015
I’m grateful to be a part of Danna’s tour for her beautiful little book. When I first heard about it, I was instantly intrigued. Danna is a 3rd generation Holocaust survivor, hence the name of the book. Her grandparents were miraculous survivors of the Holocaust, and Danna has spent a great deal of time reflecting on what that means for her and her family. I knew right away that I wanted to read this book because I have always had a fascination with the Holocaust. I’ve collected many Holocaust books over the years, and even took a Holocaust Lit. class in college. I read about it because I love psychology, and I try desperately to understand what happened and why anyone allowed it to happen. I always search for answers, but they will probably never be found. Danna, in a way, is searching for answers too, about her own family history.
3rd Generation and Beyond is a compact book full of wisdom and advice that Danna has gathered over the years, much of it based on what her grandparents endured in order to live through the tragedy and horror of the Holocaust. Each short chapter is a life lesson that Danna has learned, with a famous quote that relates to each lesson at the start of each chapter. Danna then goes on to offer her advice, and usually relates it to a personal story as well, most often in relation to her grandparent’s survival. I really enjoyed the lessons, which included things such as kindness, perspective, and reading to grow (that one was my favorite, of course!). Though this book is slim, it is jam packed full of inspiration and wisdom. I really enjoyed the parts where she talked about her grandparents. One thing I would have enjoyed seeing was more about their experiences during the Holocaust.
This was a quick read, one I read in about an hour. If you enjoy self-help books, or reading for inspiration, I think you’ll enjoy this one. It was an interesting and inspiring read. It was great to read that Danna’s grandparents lived happy lives, even after all they had been through.
Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
3rd Generation and Beyond is a compact book full of wisdom and advice that Danna has gathered over the years, much of it based on what her grandparents endured in order to live through the tragedy and horror of the Holocaust. Each short chapter is a life lesson that Danna has learned, with a famous quote that relates to each lesson at the start of each chapter. Danna then goes on to offer her advice, and usually relates it to a personal story as well, most often in relation to her grandparent’s survival. I really enjoyed the lessons, which included things such as kindness, perspective, and reading to grow (that one was my favorite, of course!). Though this book is slim, it is jam packed full of inspiration and wisdom. I really enjoyed the parts where she talked about her grandparents. One thing I would have enjoyed seeing was more about their experiences during the Holocaust.
This was a quick read, one I read in about an hour. If you enjoy self-help books, or reading for inspiration, I think you’ll enjoy this one. It was an interesting and inspiring read. It was great to read that Danna’s grandparents lived happy lives, even after all they had been through.
Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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July 24, 2013Source: Received from author for review
History is important to us. We record it, talk about it, study it, analyze it, write it, and strive to make it. We feel a wide range of emotions about it: proud, joyful, angry, perplexed, ashamed, and devastated. There aren't many other things in life that touch us and teach us quite like history does.
Especially family history. For many of us in the big melting pot we call America, our heritage is a mosh posh my dad likes to call Heinz 57...meaning too many nationalities in the gene pool to really claim one or two over the others. But what if you knew from whence you came and yet it was still a mystery?
Danna Pycher is the third generation in a family of Holocaust survivors. Her grandparents each survived hidden away, waiting out the war. Her grandfather was literally told to take his brother and run, which he did. Neither of their families made it. So while Danna knows her nationality, much else from her past and extended family is a mystery buried beneath the literal rubble of history.
Danna's book 3rd Generation and Beyond is a mix of memoir and Proverbs. She discusses the last days of her grandmother and the feelings she (Danna) has as she learns about her family's past. Along with giving her family history, each short chapter is a bit of wisdom Danna has gleaned from her family's collective experience and practiced herself as life has thrown her curveballs. She closes the book with copies of emails she had sent to friends upon visiting Poland with her parents in 2007. Each step Danna traces brings her closer to her history and to the wisdom for a bright future. We should all be so smart to take heed of both the history and the wisdom.
History is important to us. We record it, talk about it, study it, analyze it, write it, and strive to make it. We feel a wide range of emotions about it: proud, joyful, angry, perplexed, ashamed, and devastated. There aren't many other things in life that touch us and teach us quite like history does.
Especially family history. For many of us in the big melting pot we call America, our heritage is a mosh posh my dad likes to call Heinz 57...meaning too many nationalities in the gene pool to really claim one or two over the others. But what if you knew from whence you came and yet it was still a mystery?
Danna Pycher is the third generation in a family of Holocaust survivors. Her grandparents each survived hidden away, waiting out the war. Her grandfather was literally told to take his brother and run, which he did. Neither of their families made it. So while Danna knows her nationality, much else from her past and extended family is a mystery buried beneath the literal rubble of history.
Danna's book 3rd Generation and Beyond is a mix of memoir and Proverbs. She discusses the last days of her grandmother and the feelings she (Danna) has as she learns about her family's past. Along with giving her family history, each short chapter is a bit of wisdom Danna has gleaned from her family's collective experience and practiced herself as life has thrown her curveballs. She closes the book with copies of emails she had sent to friends upon visiting Poland with her parents in 2007. Each step Danna traces brings her closer to her history and to the wisdom for a bright future. We should all be so smart to take heed of both the history and the wisdom.
June 20, 2013
Click here for my full review on my blog at Mom's Small Victories
When Rebecca at Love at First Book approached me with a free Kindle copy to review of 3rd Generation and Beyond about the Holocaust, I admit that I was skeptical. The Holocaust was such a horrifying time period and I had recently read Sarah's Key, a historical fiction novel that brought me to tears recounting agonizing details of young Sarah, a Jewish girl during the time of the French persecution of Jews.
I accepted the book and braced myself for another heart-wrenching story. I was pleasantly surprised that there were not too many horrifying Holocaust stories. Instead, the book focused on what Ms. Pycher and her grandparents learned about living a simple, grateful and purposeful life. I cannot imagine the circumstances her grandparents found themselves in, and the lessons taught are sometimes humorous and often inpsiring in helping us remember to focus on the positive aspects of our life. Ms. Pycher adds her insight through her experiences recovering from a life-altering car accident. It was a quick, easy and inspiring read and I loved the relevant quotes that Ms. Pycher chose to open each chapter.
When Rebecca at Love at First Book approached me with a free Kindle copy to review of 3rd Generation and Beyond about the Holocaust, I admit that I was skeptical. The Holocaust was such a horrifying time period and I had recently read Sarah's Key, a historical fiction novel that brought me to tears recounting agonizing details of young Sarah, a Jewish girl during the time of the French persecution of Jews.
I accepted the book and braced myself for another heart-wrenching story. I was pleasantly surprised that there were not too many horrifying Holocaust stories. Instead, the book focused on what Ms. Pycher and her grandparents learned about living a simple, grateful and purposeful life. I cannot imagine the circumstances her grandparents found themselves in, and the lessons taught are sometimes humorous and often inpsiring in helping us remember to focus on the positive aspects of our life. Ms. Pycher adds her insight through her experiences recovering from a life-altering car accident. It was a quick, easy and inspiring read and I loved the relevant quotes that Ms. Pycher chose to open each chapter.
May 24, 2013
A copy of the book was provided by the author for an honest review.
I haven’t taken on many tours as of late but I couldn't help but to jump at the chance of joining this one. The Holocaust is an event that should never be forgotten and should be embedded in our entire DNA. There are so many important lessons to be learned from it.
3rd Generation and Beyond is part memoir, part self-help book. A lot of the self-help part is common sense but sadly, common sense some of us lack. It’s not until the author of the book suffers a terrible accident that she starts to apply the many teachings her grandparents, who were Holocaust survivors, passed down to her.
This is truly a beautiful book. It’s engaging with a nice flow, easy to understand and easy to relate to. I thoroughly enjoyed the unique take on the Holocaust.
As I mentioned before some of the self-help portion is common sense but I enjoyed reading how the author applied it to her life. Each valuable lesson is attached to a memory of her grandparents and parents. By making herself a better person, she honors the memory of all who suffered and survived the Holocaust. Lessons and morals are great, noble and necessary but until they become personal, they don’t carry any value and only then will you find a reason to apply it to your life.
Remember, folks, live your life golden so that we can honor all of those that came before us and leave a legacy worth being proud of.
I haven’t taken on many tours as of late but I couldn't help but to jump at the chance of joining this one. The Holocaust is an event that should never be forgotten and should be embedded in our entire DNA. There are so many important lessons to be learned from it.
3rd Generation and Beyond is part memoir, part self-help book. A lot of the self-help part is common sense but sadly, common sense some of us lack. It’s not until the author of the book suffers a terrible accident that she starts to apply the many teachings her grandparents, who were Holocaust survivors, passed down to her.
This is truly a beautiful book. It’s engaging with a nice flow, easy to understand and easy to relate to. I thoroughly enjoyed the unique take on the Holocaust.
As I mentioned before some of the self-help portion is common sense but I enjoyed reading how the author applied it to her life. Each valuable lesson is attached to a memory of her grandparents and parents. By making herself a better person, she honors the memory of all who suffered and survived the Holocaust. Lessons and morals are great, noble and necessary but until they become personal, they don’t carry any value and only then will you find a reason to apply it to your life.
Remember, folks, live your life golden so that we can honor all of those that came before us and leave a legacy worth being proud of.
November 25, 2013
My problem is that I don't understand what the point of this book was. It's a list of traits that the author says she has because of the fact that she's part of the 3rd generation. I don't think these traits are inherent to that group, though her stories to describe them may be. But then again, about half the traits discuss her having a terrible car accident, so it appears that the accident is at least as influential to her perspective as being a grandchild of Holocaust survivors. Of course, the traits discussed are great ones to cultivate, and she usually has a compelling story (usually written well, but not always), but there's no "here's how you do it." Everything feels like "these are the necessary traits I have and how I got them," but the reader feels left in the dark how to follow in her footsteps.
All that said, it's still a very quick read, so you probably aren't wasting your time much. It's 100 pages of a small book with giant type. It's probably equivalent to 50-60 pages of a "normal" book.
All that said, it's still a very quick read, so you probably aren't wasting your time much. It's 100 pages of a small book with giant type. It's probably equivalent to 50-60 pages of a "normal" book.
May 21, 2013
Part self-help, this book is so much more. It's advice- but it's also stories of Danna's family. 3rd Generation inspires and motivates. Makes you think about the legacy you leave behind.
This is the link to my review and interview with Danna Pycher, author of 3GAB.
Traveling With T
This is the link to my review and interview with Danna Pycher, author of 3GAB.
Traveling With T
February 22, 2013
In her touching book, 3rd Generation and Beyond, Danna brings a unique, important message that bridges the generation gap by relaying historic stories to today's young people in an easy to digest manner. Everyone can apply these common values to their own lives. Part emotional, part travel log, and overall an easy, worthwhile read.
May 16, 2013
This one was a different take on the holocaust. Written by a young woman whose grandfather survived the holocaust she sends words of wisdom out in each chapter. Her goal is for people to be kind and to spread their kindness around.
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May 15, 2013Just awesome! This is a perfect example of Inspirational Leadership and the use of heart and mind to construct a better world through the utilization of thinking and self-reflection. In a word, BEAUTIFUL!
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