Go Books

Reviewed by Danielle Feliciano for Reader Views (3/06)

"Go MAD - The Art of Making a Difference" is a must-read for anyone who wants to make a difference in their lives. In this book, Andy Gilbert provides such a wealth of information, it is impossible to finish reading it and not want to get up and do something. It is written in a somewhat informal tone, which helps the reader feel more at ease and in control, as opposed to feeling like he or she is being lectured. Mr. Gilbert fills the book with inspirational quotes, as well as real-life examples of the Go MAD system at work.

There is a lot of information in this book, yet at no time does it feel overwhelming. Mr. Gilbert does a splendid job of not only taking a large subject and breaking it down into manageable pieces, but of showing how each of those pieces is dependent up on each other. He provides a number of pyramid diagrams that reinforce how essential each principle is to the others. With the use of seven main principles, the reader is introduced to the Go MAD way of thinking, and is taught how to apply this way of thinking to all aspects of life. Each principle has its own chapter, and beyond that, each chapter is further broken down into smaller sections, making it much easier for the reader to absorb and understand what the author is saying. Throughout the book, the author poses questions to the reader, as well as provides exercises to help prod your thinking and find where in your life the Go MAD system would be most beneficial.

Mr. Gilbert often takes a very direct approach to things, challenging the reader to move beyond excuses. At the same time, he does not instruct the reader on what to do; rather, he provides the necessary tools and leaves the ultimate decision up to the individual. It is each person's responsibility to make their own difference, and Mr. Gilbert is merely there to help pave the way. "Go MAD - The Art of Making a Difference" is a wonderful motivator and an essential addition to the library of anyone who truly wants to make a difference.

I am somewhat suspicious of readers reviews especially when someone gives 5 stars to a book i thought was so so.I have read more books on making things happen etc than i would care to remember so why am i reviewing this book.The reason is that of all the books on this subject,and it is a big subject this in my humble opinion is the best.It should be mandatory reading.It works apart from andy gilberts witty insights because it requires the reader to work hard in working through the authors questions in a proactive way to find a methodology that really works. This really and yes really is a remarkable book written by a remarkable author that you ignore at your peril.Buy this book and change your life.

I loved this book, not only because of a very moving story about a young girl's courage and her parents' need to make sense of her eventual passing, but also because there is a message to others who may one day find themselves walking the same difficult path of the bereaved parent. As in their own lives, the authors have no time to give into personal desperation in telling the story of Allison, but rather, they focus on coming to terms with life, death, and life again in both practical and unique ways. The book makes no attempt to curry pity from the reader--a pitfall so often found in books dealing with personal tragedy--but rather, it is written with a very steady hand and forward-looking style, balancing the struggle of loss with the struggle for hope. Well done.

Go Out And Live: A 27-Year Journey Of Courage is the story of Allison Hall, a young woman who lived by the title credo, from her adoption, through her battle with cancer, to her untimely death, to an unexpectedly glorious ending revealed to her mother and father through a well-respected medium. Allison's strength, stamina, and legacy for surviving family members fills the pages of this inspirational testimony in support of making the most of our all-too-brief days -- and keeping an unshaken faith in God to the end. Go Out And Live is very highly recommended reading.

I have been haunting used book stores for some time because someone borrowed my copy and never returned it. .... I discovered that I could keep on hand a supply of books, videos, etc., the use of which would almost always "trigger" grief reactions such as the kind of gut-wrenching sobs, quiet tears, or whatever it might take to remind me that I, too, had been given that beautiful treasure of simple, human vulnerability. And, once again, I could begin to operate in the midst of my humanness with Joy. Among the best of these resources (along with the movie, "Places in the Heart,")was Nina's little book, "Go Out in Joy." Why hadn't I thought to simply check with Amazon.Com? Well, now I have, and am submitting my order for this treasure-store of open human-to-human encounters ... and looking forward to that tiny lady-bug who could always be counted on to come along and melt me down again to who I was "meant" to be.

J. Kent Borgaard
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As a child growing up with a disability, it was hard to find books that I could relate to. Go Out In Joy was the first book I read that showed the HUMAN side of disability; the first book to address MY disability and say "Yes, sometimes it sucks!" It helped me feel not so alone.

This is a well-written book with loads of cool pictures and a DVD, which follows the book. I found the book easy to read and follow and believe it carries out the feeling of true tennis throughout the book. I also think it can help a great deal with all those answered questions about the simple reasons why you might miss your forehand every time it's low to the ground or why you have problems with your backhand like myself.
The step-by-step pictures of the strokes and the in complexity made me love this book, and I must say I learned a great deal.

Go Tennis by Rolf Flichtbeil is a marvellous book. I believe this book to be good for any one that wished to improve their tennis game (from beginner to advanced players). I found it to be very helpful towards improving my own game; the easy to follow step-by-step pictures of each stroke, stunning modern pictures and illustration, and easy to read text which contains very valuable information to improve your game made this the perfect tennis book for my own game.
It `s nothing like your average tennis technique and learning book, and hopefully this is what the tennis books of the future will be like.

I've never played baseball but the game fascinates me and I read everything I can get my hands on.

WOW! This book was a great surprise. It is one of the most informative baseball books I've ever read. So many people from the game talk about this career from different perspectives. Since reading it, I look at players differently, with a kind of appreciation of what they go through.

It's an easy read and lots of fun. I felt like I was talking with such baseball giants as Frank Robinson, Andre Dawson, Bob Feller, Mark Grace, Robin Ventura and, well, that list of names is long and reads like a who's who of baseball.

It's one of those rare books where you read along, have a great time, then realize you're learning a lot at the same time. It definitely lives up to its name and kids who want to go pro really should have it as a reference.

My copy was a gift. Now all my friends are getting one for Christmas.

FIVE STARS for sure!

There's a lot of books out there ABOUT baseball and its players. Go Pro BASEBALL WISE is a baseball book BY its players.

This book doesn't focus on baseball's greatest moments, the endless comparison of stats, or the controversy of sod over turf. In fact, there's no mention of any game in particular.

What is in this book is baseball discussing baseball as a career. Author PJ Dragseth made a tremendous effort to interview a wide variety of baseball people across the country, from Hall of Fame players to rookies. He talked to some of the greatest players in the game. As a result, his book not only entertains, but could accurately be called a "baseball career handbook" for those who love baseball as well as for those who want to play the game professionally.

This book is a great accomplishment and Dragseth is to be commended for his effort. I recommend it highly and give it five stars.

Steven Boxer

Georgetown University, Washington, DC

I never snowboard. Read this book. And was able to make link turns in 3 days! Now I ride the lift and make really nice carve turns on the greens. Hopefully, the blues next. My friends are better than me but then I was watching a video of one of them after I read this book and I realized their technique is not as smooth as the books says which means I'll be riding better than him in no time!

I've never snowboard before. This book tough me how to stand and turn plus it has included DVD with detailed instructions. If I compare it to other books and DVD's I've ordered this product is the best.
My recommendation for beginners.

This is a great companion book to "The Art of Hercules the Chaos of Creation" by Stephen Rebello and Jane Healy.

The lyrics of "Go the Distance" bring the illustrations beautifully to life.

It is in hardcover with a beautifully illustrated just jacket.

This is a great companion book to "The Art of Hercules the Chaos of Creation" by Stephen Rebello and Jane Healy.

The lyrics of "Go the Distance" bring the illustrations beautifully to life.

It is in hardcover with a beautifully illustrated just jacket.

Now, only if I could locate a copy!

Years ago, when I was little my bought this tape for us to listen to. It has been listen to so much that the tape is worn and in bad shape. You have to have full volume to even hear it sometimes. I remember sitting in the car listening to it rather that going inside some place with my dad. The song playing was about Isabel the pig. "Isabel is a pig with a ring in her snout. You can dress Izzy up, but you can't take her out. She will jump in the middle of a big muddle, because Isabel is pig." All the trappings in the world, don't look pretty when you act like a fool or put on a pouty face.
My favorite song is "The School of the Fool." The guy in the song was "A first class, A+, student in the school of the fool." He was mean, lazy, etc.
"Go to the Ant" is really a well known saying from the Bible. It is also something we should be paying attention to. The ant doesn't have a boss looking over her shoulder. She does the work anyway. She works all day. Not like us. Some do may be, but most work a five, six, seven, eight, nine hour shift. Not from son up 'till sun down. "Are you responcible? Do you ever do a job without being told to? Or are you the lazy kind? And you mother and your father always have to scold you?" "Go to the ant, observe her. See how she works all day. And she doesn't even have a captain to tell her what to do, but she works hard anyway. Go to the ant, and listen. Tell me does she complain. She is God's illustration of organisation. God made her, now you immitate her. Go to the ant." "Well, there was a poor irrisponcible sluggard who slept when there was work to be done. Too late he realized his foolish behavior and poverty struck him like a man with a gun. Go to the ant."
I still find my self singing the song about the seven things God hates. "There are six things, even seven, that the Lord, that he cannot stand: Proud looking eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that thinks of wicked things to do, feet that run to evil do, anyone who loves to lie about others, and one who causes trouble with his brothers." "God hates things that we should hate too."
"From the lips of the little ones, he has ordained his praise." "You made man a little lower than the angels, put things under his feet."
"Talk to me. Show me that you care. Talk to me. Listen to what I say. Talk to me. There's so much we can share. I know you love me when you talk to me." "He always takes the time to talk to me."
I remember times when I didn't care much for Christian music (didn't know much about it either), the music was too dull, but (little children music it may be), music like this appeal to me ten times what the rest did.
The beats great, the words are not only great, but (sorry to about half the bands in the world) they are understandable. The message is clear and it is clearly benificial rather that to your potential downfall as some music now a days is.
I highly recommend this tape, whether you are getting it for a little kid like my mom was, or you're getting it for yourself. You won't regret it.
PS - I'm listening to it as I write this.

This cassette has musically rich tunes with sound, biblical lyrics. Judy Rogers uses mostly guitar with her songs. She has a very pleasant-sounding voice. She comes from a Reformed background - each song is well-written and pure in its doctrine. This tape has songs encouraging children to enjoy their work, to keep their conversation edifying and to listen to the words of their parents. My children have grown up listening to her many tapes - this one is for the younger ones, say ages 3 to 10. I have bought over a dozen copies as birthday gifts for friends of mine. Enjoy!

This book has helped me in living out my faith in the workplace. Ross West has the hard won experience and spiritual depth needed to really be a guide to many of us in this challenging area. He addresses many areas such as responding to unethical situations and seeing spiritual value in our work/in others. He establishes a useful theology of why we work and what our work means and then proceeds to show many practical examples of how that theology can be applied in everyday work-a-day life. One of my favorite parts of the book is the simple but profound observation that we can and should view our work, no matter what it is, as ultimately helping another person somewhere. It's hard to think of a job where this is not the case and even though my technology job is somewhat removed from people directly, it does help them elsewhere. The book caused me to reflect on my work in constructive ways after years of confusion on this topic. I have already recommended the book to some close Christian friends who have the same challenges. It is not easy to find books that are as theologically sound and practical as this one. I am starting to read William E. Diehl who has also written in this area.

This book has helped me in living out my faith in the workplace. Ross West has the hard won experience and spiritual depth needed to really be a guide to many of us in this challenging area. He addresses many areas such as responding to unethical situations and seeing spiritual value in our work/in others. He establishes a useful theology of why we work and what our work means and then proceeds to show many practical examples of how that theology can be applied in everyday work-a-day life. One of my favorite parts of the book is the simple but profound observation that we can and should view our work, no matter what it is, as ultimately helping another person somewhere. It's hard to think of a job where this is not the case and even though my technology job is somewhat removed from people directly, it does help them elsewhere. The book caused me to reflect on my work in constructive ways after years of confusion on this topic. I have already recommended the book to some close Christian friends who have the same challenges. It is not easy to find books that are as theologically sound and practical as this one. I am starting to read William E. Diehl who has also written in this area.

What a lovely story. Well Written. I was transported back in time. Great content. It was creative and inspiring.
I recommend it.

This book was alot of fun to read. First this book has adventure in the Wild West. Romance also plays a part in the main character's life. So many exciting and terriffying incidents occur that con only happen in the west. This book was a great read. I never wanted to put it down!