Toward Commitment: A Dialogue About Marriage
Author: Diane Rehm, John B. Rehm
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ISBN: 0375414304
Publisher: Knopf (24 September, 2002)
Sales Rank: 27,776
Average Customer Rating: 2.6 out of 5
Customer Reviews
Rating: 1 out of 5
Dreary!
Oh my gosh. If ever there was a more dreary, self-absorbed book than this desicated offering, please give me fair warning. I'd rather spend an evening with my head in a gas oven than crawl through another book like this.
Rating: 4 out of 5
A quick, easy read on commitment
As a young woman (23) trying to find resources to understand what it takes to develop, keep and maintain a committed relationship the Rehm's anecdotal book was enlightening in an easy to read format. I am a believer in the idea that each relationship is a country unto itself but there are certain themes, struggles, etc., that tend to be common among all relationships which comes through clearly in the dialogue throughout this book. Regardless of any degree of fame Diane has gained over the years through her radio career and publication of her book "Finding My Voice", the Rehms are real people, with a real relationship that has weathered MANY ups and downs. (The fact that their relationship has endured to see 42 years seems like a miracle after reading this book!)
If you are interested in reading lay people's account of enduring and maintaining a committed relationship please give this book a try. The set up of the book (each chapter focuses on a different theme) allows the reader to pick and choose the concepts of interest to them. Both writing styles are clear and fluid making this book one that can be picked up and put down as time allows.
PLEASE ignore the reviews from disgruntled individuals who gave this book a low rating based on their opinions of Diane Rehm the radio personality and NPR. Those views in no way relate to the insight that can be gained from this book.
Rating: 3 out of 5
Wise advice
Methinks the previous 'reviewer' doth protest too much - his/her cynicism is not only sad, it's ignorant. The Rehms make no bones that their relationship was hard work, that any relationship worth its salt does not come easy all the time. I appreciate learning some communication tips from a couple who's weathered the many ups and downs of 42 years of an overall happy, satisfying marriage. Recommended reading.
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