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Why Is The Vivaldi Leaking? 3.0
Leading attorney, Dov Treiman, presents a candid memoir, full of his off beat humor. Organized by themes and ideas, Treiman takes his reader through a world of bizarre ideas and juxtapositions of thoughts, presenting tales of pain, tales of triumph, brushes with the famous, and honest assessments of what it's like for him to be famous. Each page takes surprising turn after turn, as Treiman's thoughts wander over his widely varied experience. In the end, the reader may be dazed and confused, but always delighted as well
278 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 7, 2013
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September 4, 2014
An excellent humorous autobiography, told in a series of short vignettes, telling the story of an interesting man who has seen much, experienced much, and pretty much had a good time doing it in a realistic way. The stories are told in a conversational fashion that makes one feel that they are swapping stories and having a cup of coffee. Along the way you'll learn a little, live a little and have a good time.
As others have mentioned, the author documents his journey to be true to himself and others, and inspire them to do the same (I'm one of the others, by they way) Along the way there's some pretty good lessons to be given and accepted, just when we thought that Dov had stopped teaching them. By the way, the book seldom really teaches outright, that's not Dov's way, it's more of a guide through example towards the goals of understanding ourselves and others.
I found a number of similarities to another book I enjoyed reading, David Gerrold's "The Martian Child" (Read the book, don't bother with the movie) Like Gerrold, Dov's just a man trying to make his way in the universe, have a family, and be happy. The fact that they might not live their lives exactly like you or I doesn't really matter, since certain needs and desires are common to all of humankind.
The natural sequel to this book should be for those of us who know and love Dov (and Tom) to tell our stories of how he has touched our lives and made us better people. Or we could just roast them at O.U.2 on an upcoming anniversary.
Regardless, read this book, to learn a little, to laugh a little, and live a better life.
As others have mentioned, the author documents his journey to be true to himself and others, and inspire them to do the same (I'm one of the others, by they way) Along the way there's some pretty good lessons to be given and accepted, just when we thought that Dov had stopped teaching them. By the way, the book seldom really teaches outright, that's not Dov's way, it's more of a guide through example towards the goals of understanding ourselves and others.
I found a number of similarities to another book I enjoyed reading, David Gerrold's "The Martian Child" (Read the book, don't bother with the movie) Like Gerrold, Dov's just a man trying to make his way in the universe, have a family, and be happy. The fact that they might not live their lives exactly like you or I doesn't really matter, since certain needs and desires are common to all of humankind.
The natural sequel to this book should be for those of us who know and love Dov (and Tom) to tell our stories of how he has touched our lives and made us better people. Or we could just roast them at O.U.2 on an upcoming anniversary.
Regardless, read this book, to learn a little, to laugh a little, and live a better life.
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