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Live and Learn and Pass It On, Volume III: People Ages 7 to 92 Share What They've Discovered about Life, Love, and Other Good Stuff
"What has life taught you? Would you share it with me?"
With these two simple questions, H. Jackson Brown, Jr. celebrates the intrinsic human need to make connections through shared insight and experiences. In this third-volume of his "New York Times" best-selling series, Brown offers more of the sincere wisdom and humorous observations that he has collected from people of all ages.I've learned that a hug from my husband sends his strength into my body. - Age 39I've learned that when you begin to ask yourself if it's your fault, it usually is. - Age 20I've learned that we are judged by what we finish, not by what we start. - Age 62I've learned that you should never walk on ice with your hands in your pockets. - Age 12I've learned that there is a big difference between two cloves of garlic and two bulbs of garlic. - Age 37I've learned that you should never let your four-year-old brother cut your hair. - Age 11
With these two simple questions, H. Jackson Brown, Jr. celebrates the intrinsic human need to make connections through shared insight and experiences. In this third-volume of his "New York Times" best-selling series, Brown offers more of the sincere wisdom and humorous observations that he has collected from people of all ages.I've learned that a hug from my husband sends his strength into my body. - Age 39I've learned that when you begin to ask yourself if it's your fault, it usually is. - Age 20I've learned that we are judged by what we finish, not by what we start. - Age 62I've learned that you should never walk on ice with your hands in your pockets. - Age 12I've learned that there is a big difference between two cloves of garlic and two bulbs of garlic. - Age 37I've learned that you should never let your four-year-old brother cut your hair. - Age 11
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First published April 1, 1997
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H. Jackson Brown Jr.
81 books744 followersDate of Birth: 1940
H. Jackson Brown, Jr. was an American author best-known for his book Life's Little Instruction Book which was a New York Times bestseller. Before becoming famous as a writer, Brown acted as a creative director of an advertising agency in Nashville, Tennessee. It was simple words of wisdom gathered from other people and his own experiences that made him a best-selling author.
Brown first published A Father's Book of Wisdom, which was quickly followed by P.S. I Love You, a collection of sayings and observations from his father and mother. Both were very popular and led to Life's Little Instruction Book, which was originally written as a going-away present for his college-bound son, Adam. This book contained 511 reminders about "how to live a happy and rewarding life" and became a phenomenal best-seller worldwide. It has logged more than two years on the New York Times best-seller list, including more than a year at the number one spot. Life's Little Instruction Book was the first book to ever occupy the number one spot on the New York Times best-seller list in both paperback and hardback formats simultaneously. Live and Learn and Pass It On followed and also became a New York Times best-seller.
Brown's books have been translated into 35 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. They have spawned calendars, posters, apparel items, daily journals, greeting cards, audiocassettes, screensavers and even fortune cookies. Brown is also said to receive thousands of letters from readers all over the world. Their content ranges from the simple, "I enjoyed your book and I read a page or two every night before I go to bed" to the humbling "your book convinced our family to adopt a special needs child."
Remarking on his books, Jackson has said, "Most of us know what we need to do to make our lives more fulfilled and useful, but sometimes we forget. My little books are gentle reminders of those simple things which, if done well and in a spirit of love, can significantly change our lives."
H. Jackson Brown, Jr. was an American author best-known for his book Life's Little Instruction Book which was a New York Times bestseller. Before becoming famous as a writer, Brown acted as a creative director of an advertising agency in Nashville, Tennessee. It was simple words of wisdom gathered from other people and his own experiences that made him a best-selling author.
Brown first published A Father's Book of Wisdom, which was quickly followed by P.S. I Love You, a collection of sayings and observations from his father and mother. Both were very popular and led to Life's Little Instruction Book, which was originally written as a going-away present for his college-bound son, Adam. This book contained 511 reminders about "how to live a happy and rewarding life" and became a phenomenal best-seller worldwide. It has logged more than two years on the New York Times best-seller list, including more than a year at the number one spot. Life's Little Instruction Book was the first book to ever occupy the number one spot on the New York Times best-seller list in both paperback and hardback formats simultaneously. Live and Learn and Pass It On followed and also became a New York Times best-seller.
Brown's books have been translated into 35 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. They have spawned calendars, posters, apparel items, daily journals, greeting cards, audiocassettes, screensavers and even fortune cookies. Brown is also said to receive thousands of letters from readers all over the world. Their content ranges from the simple, "I enjoyed your book and I read a page or two every night before I go to bed" to the humbling "your book convinced our family to adopt a special needs child."
Remarking on his books, Jackson has said, "Most of us know what we need to do to make our lives more fulfilled and useful, but sometimes we forget. My little books are gentle reminders of those simple things which, if done well and in a spirit of love, can significantly change our lives."
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July 5, 2017
This was an interesting book that caught my eye to see what people had to say and/or offer for advice. Since there are multiple people who are offering what they learned and many different ages combined together it does make for an chaotic yet interesting read.
Of course when almost any child truthfully speaks it brings up feelings while there were a few of what they had learned that had me giggling aloud to myself. Sadly it is also learning what they had learned but not getting the whole story that bugs me since it makes me wish to know some of the stories behind the lessons for they are truly probably one-of-a-kind and with an awesome backstory for the listener.
The book also contained a few black-and-white photos that were mainly grainy. I am not sure if the attempt at the pictures were to reflect memories of if it was just the way the printing came out to be but it didn't seem to add much of anything to the book for me in the end.
But altogether this is a good little book that allows you to take a time out and see what others have learned while assessing yourself to see if you agree with that lesson whether having faced something similar or not. Then as the book says pass it on....
Of course when almost any child truthfully speaks it brings up feelings while there were a few of what they had learned that had me giggling aloud to myself. Sadly it is also learning what they had learned but not getting the whole story that bugs me since it makes me wish to know some of the stories behind the lessons for they are truly probably one-of-a-kind and with an awesome backstory for the listener.
The book also contained a few black-and-white photos that were mainly grainy. I am not sure if the attempt at the pictures were to reflect memories of if it was just the way the printing came out to be but it didn't seem to add much of anything to the book for me in the end.
But altogether this is a good little book that allows you to take a time out and see what others have learned while assessing yourself to see if you agree with that lesson whether having faced something similar or not. Then as the book says pass it on....
April 20, 2023
This was delightful! Some were inspirational e.g. "I've learned that old age is not a defeat but a victory, not a punishment but a privilege." Some were funny e.g. "I've learned that the best way to eat oatmeal is to feed it to the dog while my parents aren't looking."
December 28, 2016
Really liked the format. I love reading books of short quotes of wisdom. This time I highlighted the ones that made sense to me and maybe I'll look back and remind myself later. There must be a million books like this one, but I always enjoy them.
August 8, 2013
nice book with lots of experience.
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July 10, 2018insightful and funny
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