Gary Bradt

I wanted to love this book, however...

Revisado: 08-18-21

The concept of this book is important and valuable for those looking to live a better life. The book itself, unfortunately, leaves much to be desired. For instance, many of the stories and the examples cited are dated. Most harken from the '80s through the early 2000s. The narrative is in desperate need of an update. Second, the power of the growth mindset concept springs partly from its simplicity. Alas, the concept's simplicity makes it less than ideal as the subject for an entire book. Examples and stories make the same points repeatedly on an endless loop. Finally, I fear the author takes a fixed mindset approach to how the the growth mindset applies in life. By her telling, busiensses, relationships and careers all fail or flourish due to fixed or growth mindsets. Superficial analysis of complex subjects lessens the power of her message, In sum, Dr. Dweck's life's work represents an important contribution to our understanding of how to live a better life. However, the book itself is overkill. An in-depth article or two on the subject would do nicely.

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Virtuoso performance

Revisado: 03-10-21

While this is not my favorite Austen work of all time, anything by her is worth the listen, if only for the beauty of her prose and observations on human nature. Stevenson does a masterful job of bringing the characters to life and her reading of the story added exceedingly to my enjoyment of the experience.

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A brilliant performance worthy of the work itself

Revisado: 02-17-21

Jane Austen‘s skill and cleverness are matched by the wit and performance of the narrator. A thoroughly enjoyable listening experience I did not want to end.

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Excellent overall with the caveat

Revisado: 07-19-20

The structure and storyline of this book are superb. I thoroughly enjoyed it with one caveat. Although the narrator overall was very good, he has a maddening habit of swallowing words at the end of his sentences at times. This should not happen with a book and recording of this quality, and, while it is not a fatal flaw, I found it annoying.

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Not her best

Revisado: 03-08-06

Was a little disappointed with this work. Would have preferred an unabridged version. Came across more as a recitation of facts without her usual storytelling flare. Not bad, not her best.

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Poor narration

Revisado: 02-01-03

Content of the book is fine. The narration is poorly done -- somewhat monotone, bland, with a decidely soporific effect. Would much prefer a trained actor. Decided to abort listening after getting an hour or two into the book.

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