Fleur de Jardine

Written in the 50’s relevant today.

Revisado: 01-24-21

This is the third Taylor Caldwell book that I have read and like the others I became immersed in the historical time with a sort gut-wrenching ‘deja vu’.
The narration was excellent 👏

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A tapestry of a noble character

Revisado: 08-11-20

I have read and listened to this book and never tire of it.
My grandchildren enjoyed it immensely, not at first but by and by, and at the end wished there was more.
The book through the experiences of a boy, who learned from his mothers example and counsel, portrayed the essence of a noble character and how seeing the best in others can inspire them to be so.

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A quenching listen of undiluted wisdom.

Revisado: 12-23-14

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This book has inspired me to find out more about what makes my own country, Canada, tick.
I once heard on a radio program many years ago a professor at one of our universities encouraging people to make a serious endeavour to learn more about how being 'politically correct' is robbing us of our freedom of expression and thought. He also said that the term was coined by Stalin, which to me said it all!
In this book Ben and Candy Carson have shown true dedication to core values in the American Constitution which underlines liberty. The liberty, especially, to practice or not to practise religious beliefs without infringing on those of others. To be free is to grasp the education of our youth with strong hands and ensure that they are given and receive the advantages thereof. Since, the Constitution is for the guidance of educated citizens.
From beginning to end there is practical wisdom for the world we live in today. How much easier to learn from the mistakes and examples of others thereby giving one a headstart in this journey of life for the good of all.

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The plight of homelessness of the innocent.

Revisado: 12-23-14

What did you love best about Wolseley?

This is a fictional tale about a family in South Africa, however I know that it is infact a depiction of reality at the present time. I bought this audio on an impulse and have had my views on homelessnes drastically changed.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The daughter, she is dealt a dud hand. Her response to her circumstances are courageous.

Which scene was your favorite?

There was no favourite scene because of the synergistic cast of characters and their human responses, depending on their circumstances, in the various chapters of this short listen.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, I was inthralled. It kindled compassion and understanding in my soul and a decision to do something to assist. "Every journey begins with a single step".I felt how it would be if I should find myself in such a situation as any one of the various characters especially the daughter.

Any additional comments?

The description of characters, events and background were eloquently written.The narrator who is also the author did very well in the reading. His voice was easy to listen to and the various tones he used kept me absorbed for the duration of the book.I am a Canadian and appreciate that there is a safetynet of many wellfare programs to assist people experiencing these circumstances in Canada. However in a country like South Africa this is not the case and the onus of care falls on the 'choice' of other citizens to contribute to charities or give random handouts to beggars thronging the streets.So it becomes the survival of the fittist amongst the homeless.This book is about being a good person and through no fault of your own finding yourself living in a hell. Lastly, there is quite a bit of cursing and some South African slang. I do not like reading or listening to bad language however in this book it did not dominate but was, for the most part, an extreem exclamation and expression of deep down hurt and anxiety relative to their circumstances.

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