Reviews by Lawrence W. Wilson
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The Power of Respect
On 10/30 Lawrence W. Wilson wrote: his book is somewhat interesting but by no means compelling. The central point--that our lives would be better if we showed greater respect to others--is worth hearing again, though it may have made a better magazine article than hardcover book. Deboarah Norville, best known as a television personality, ... Good Reminder; OK Book
Fearless
On 9/8 Lawrence W. Wilson wrote: FearlessBy Max LucadoHardcover, 224 pp., $24.99Thomas Nelson PublishersFearless is a pleasant inspirational book, and if you are afflicted by feelings of anxiety, insecurity, or apprehension about your life and relationship with God, it will be of some help to you. If you are looking for practical steps ... Book Review: Fearless
Put Your Dream To The Test
On 7/28 Lawrence W. Wilson wrote: Put Your Dream to the TestBy John C. MaxwellHardcover, 272 pp., $25.99Thomas Nelson PublishersThis may be John Maxwell's best book. The author's aim is to help readers determine what their greatest aspirations are and whether or not they stand a reasonable chance of achieving them. I found the book insightful ... You Ought to Read This Book
The Great Eight
On 3/29 Lawrence W. Wilson wrote: The Great Eight: How to Be Happy (even when you have every reason to be miserable)Scott Hamilton with Ken BakerThomas Nelson Publishers183 pp., Hardcover, $19.99I'm not a huge figure skating fan, but it's impossible for anybody in my generation to be unaware of Scott Hamilton, his toothy grin, or his ... Book Review: The Great Eight
The Truth About You
On 11/22 Lawrence W. Wilson wrote: The Truth About YouMarcus Buckingham$29.99; Kit w/ Booklet, DVD, Notepad; 112 pp.This kit contains several good ideas that are certain to aid people in analyzing their temperament, discovering their strengths, and working themselves into more satisfying jobs. Unfortunatley, there is probably not enough ... Book Review: The Truth About You
Through the Storm
On 10/11 Lawrence W. Wilson wrote: Through the Storm by Lynne Spears with Lorilee CrakerThomas Nelson$24.99, Hardcover, 212 pp.Abraham Lincoln is supposed to have written a book review that reached the dubious conclusion, “People who like this sort of thing will find it the sort of thing they like.”He might have been describing celebrity ... Book Review: Through the Storm
The Faith of Barack Obama
On 8/28 Lawrence W. Wilson wrote: Not a Bad Book. Not a Great One.