Rules for the Unruly : Living an Unconventional Life
Author: Marion Winik
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ISBN: 0743216032
Publisher: Fireside (10 April, 2001)
Sales Rank: 113,320
Average Customer Rating: 4.4 out of 5
Customer Reviews
Rating: 3 out of 5
Written for High School Students
When I saw the title for this book I was interested because I've felt that my own life has been unconventional. But, I was disappointed because what this book should have been called is: Advice to High School Students. The whole book is written around what advice Marion Winik gives to her high school class during a reunion. That is fine if you happen to be 18 years old and have no experience in the world yet - and the book is useful in that regard, but I'm 37 and most the advice she gives is basic stuff. My problem with this book is that the title is simply misleading, nowhere does it explain on the book or its cover that it is written for high school age people - you don't learn that until you've already made the purchase.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Unpretentious, interesting, encouraging
Although it is pitched to readers as an advice book, Rules for the Unruly reads more like a collection of endearing, heartfelt life stories told by someone who is genuinely grateful to be alive. I expected something different, but her style doesn't disappoint. Lively and sincere, Winik knows how to give her opinion on important, emotionally-charged subjects without the finger wagging and judgement. Truly, she's a credit to her own generation and the kind of teacher younger generations so sorely need.
Rating: 5 out of 5
"Real-Life" Wisdom from an Accomplished Author
Marion Winik has been a favorite of mine since "First Comes Love" which I devoured, gave to a friend, and missed terribly until I found more copies (one to keep & re-read, & others for new friends). From a wise woman, who has learned through lots of passionate living, this book brings more generous self-disclosure illustrating her "Rules" for other "Unrulies" like her. Having lived within more conventional bounds myself, I take great vicarious pleasure in Winik's adventures; I have nothing but admiration for the learning that she acquired. As a reader half a century beyond my teen years, I can't imagine anyone of any age not gaining from this book and appreciating this remarkable author. And on Mothers' Day, 2001, I especially appreciate her chapter titled "Be Gentle With Your Parents." Here's another Winik book I want to give to all my friends.
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