Nichole S. (purrfectionist84) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 13 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 13
This little book is a gem. Inspirational and touching, it reminds the reader about the true meaning of life. It will make you reflect on what is really important in life. Morrie is a character who won't easily be forgotten. The ending will make you cry.
A. J. C. (Bibliocrates) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 252 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 8
I read this book because I wanted to know what all the hubbub was about. Reading this book brought out many emotions. Morrie's message really got to me. It's never too late to let someone know that you love him or her. Be compassionate! I can't decide whether or not I thought this book was as good as so many people have claimed it was, but I can say that I was very touched by it, as I know many people were. This book brought me to tears. I understand its popularity now that I've read it.
Sabrina B. (Breeni) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 68 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 5
Morrie Schwartz left an incredible gift for people everywhere in Tuesdays with Morrie. This book is the gem readers don't realize they are searching for as they trudge through mediocre works; the book that reminds us how powerful literature can be. Through the magic of words, Morrie's spirit lives on after his death. He gently reminds the reader that humans tend to become mired in material pursuits that never please us, but we don't realize this until it's too late.
Few books have ever brought me to tears, but as Morrie succumbed to his disease, I felt like I was losing a dear friend along with Albom. I was not a big fan of Albom's second release, The Five People You Meet in Heaven and had difficulty relating to the inner turmoil of the characters. Conversely, Morrie Schwartz inspired something in Albom that enabled him to create a treasure that truly commemorates a great man.
Few books have ever brought me to tears, but as Morrie succumbed to his disease, I felt like I was losing a dear friend along with Albom. I was not a big fan of Albom's second release, The Five People You Meet in Heaven and had difficulty relating to the inner turmoil of the characters. Conversely, Morrie Schwartz inspired something in Albom that enabled him to create a treasure that truly commemorates a great man.
Penny (Catahoulasrock) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 43 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
This is one of the best books I have ever read. Before reading it I would not have thought you could learn about life and living through death and dying, but I would have been wrong. This book moved me and taught me much.
Alex N. (bioluminescence) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 94 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
A powerful book--I'm puzzled by the other member who said it was too sentimental. I hate fiction where I feel like I'm being jerked around and made to cry, but this is the real deal. I think most people can learn a lot from this book about approaching the end of their life and the end of the lives of others by reading this book.
Andrea H. (pandiorama) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
Helpful Score: 3
A look at what happens when you face death. This sad story portrays a student visiting his professor every Tuesday later in life. The professor is withering away from ALS. Readers get a peak at someone dealing with the physical and mental complications of dying and how to face it. The story is written from the student's perspective, so one also gets an insight of how to deal with watching a loved one wither away and die.
Trisha (ocndream) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 15 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Magnificent! Everyone should be so lucky to have a "Morrie" in their life... and to recognize what a gift that is. I thank Mitch Albom for sharing this incredible human being with his readers.
Katie L. (2catmama) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 7 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Lovely, heartwarming book. It will make you slow down and appreciate your life!
Bonnie J. (bonniej) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 50 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
A wonderful book. Makes you reassess your priorities in life.
Graham G. (Foucault) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 27 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
What a great book! It's a quick read, so it would be easy to dismiss it as being too simplistic, but it really contains some food for thought.
Especially near the beginning, I thought the author was being a little selfish, and that the book was more about him than Morrie, but I think that this was a great way to avoid this being a preachy book that said "You should do this", "You should do that", etc. You were seeing this through Mitch Albom's eyes and seeing how what Morrie said affected Albom and the way he lived.
This deserves being read every so often as a reality-check.
Especially near the beginning, I thought the author was being a little selfish, and that the book was more about him than Morrie, but I think that this was a great way to avoid this being a preachy book that said "You should do this", "You should do that", etc. You were seeing this through Mitch Albom's eyes and seeing how what Morrie said affected Albom and the way he lived.
This deserves being read every so often as a reality-check.
LuAnne G. (Lubear) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 10 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
A great story about how much you are affected by those around you, even when you least expect it. I think everyone should read this little book. It reads easily and you want to keep reading to find out what is next. Couldn't put it down.
Mary B. (eagles) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 113 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Awesome book. Emotionally draining at times, but worth the read. Can make you appreciate so much in your life.
Melissa C. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 16 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Heartwarming, soul touching, inspirational book. Reminds you to smell the roses! i loved it!
Gerhard O. (nccorthu) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 569 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
A very thoughtfull book on the meaning of life. No religion is pitched just great philosophy.
Cristi F. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 4 more book reviews
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Absolutely superb. I really could not put it down. Very, very moving.
Shelley K. (shell3) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 3 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
This is one of the best books I have read in a long time. Will make you laugh and cry.
Meredith P. (Francophile) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 52 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
A modern classic. A young journalist travels far to spend every Tuesday with Morrie, his former teacher, to help him die of Lou Gehrig's disease. Try not to drip tears on the pages....a lovely story of how life, no matter how sad, is still worth living, and how this remarkable man taught one more lesson as he moved along the path to his death.
Charlene P. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 28 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
When I heard about how great this book was, I was excited to read it. It taught a piece of wisdom per chapter, as I wanted, but I don't feel that it grabbed me as I expected. In fact, halfway through, I started to scam the pages instead of reading it word for word because it seemed to drag on slowly.
Taleah G. (swingsistert) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 78 more book reviews
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What an incredibly moving book! I read it in one sitting. Morrie's wisdom is powerful and encouraging! a must-read for everyone!
Angela T. (angelatres) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 72 more book reviews
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What a wonderful book. I don't think that any other book has made me cry as hard as this one did. It's very touching and bittersweet and depressing and thought provoking. I am a little scared to read it again though, the last time my eyes were still red and puffy the next morning! I highly recommend this.
Crystle-Day V. (DayJaVu) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 6 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This was required for my "Creating a Meaningful life" class at State. It was a perfect fit. Fast read, can easily finish in a few hours. Even if you read it chapter by chapter each one brings up a new point that allows you to relate it to your life or reconsider things that may be taken for granted. Everyone is my class enjoyed and book and several of us cried. It will open your eyes and i reccomend it highly reccomend it!
Tracy W. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 3 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This is a wonderful book for anyone caught up in their lives and not living the way they want to. Mitch Albom's professor taught him more than Sociology both in college and now in their weekly meetings. A quick read, I can't think of any age group that wouldn't enjoy this book.
Chelsea H. (Chelsea-H) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 12 more book reviews
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I had to read this book for school and i hated it. i get that its a sad story and all but i really didn't like it. i thought it dragged and by the end i was bored to death
Maura F. (Marafar) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
Helpful Score: 1
Cute, a little redundant
Ashley D. (bashtree) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 5 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Very moving. If you are looking for something to inspire you to slow down and live TODAY, this may just be the trick. Morrie was an inspiration, and Mitch did a fantastic job of capturing him for posterity.
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I had to read this book for a Human Services course but found it to be profound and had so much reality to the questions of life, death and how illness can people reflecting on these questions but when life is going well these questions arent even thought about.
JAIME S. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 4 more book reviews
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Quick read, and very touching story.
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I read this one afternoon at a friend's house.. beautiful sweet book
R E K. (bigstone) - , reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 1453 more book reviews
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When someone you admire and love develops a dreaded disease what do you do? Perhaps, like Mitch, you have good intentions but don't get around to doing much because you are so busy. Eventually though, like Mitch, you take time to visit that friend and realize that you just must spend what time you can with this beloved individual before you have no more time left. So it goes with Mitch whose mentor and friend, Morrie, battles ALS. Morrie is just glad to see his former student who promised to keep in touch when he graduated.
This read has many messages not the least of which is it's never too late to find and old friend. It's never too late to apologize. It's never too late to renew an old friendship and spend some time with someone. From Morrie's viewpoint, one must live one's life to the best of one's ability whatever happens. It's a good read filled with emotion that makes the heart tremble.
This read has many messages not the least of which is it's never too late to find and old friend. It's never too late to apologize. It's never too late to renew an old friendship and spend some time with someone. From Morrie's viewpoint, one must live one's life to the best of one's ability whatever happens. It's a good read filled with emotion that makes the heart tremble.
Nanette M. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 9 more book reviews
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This is a touching tale of reconnecting with a lost friend and the lessons learned in dying.
Danielle V. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 4 more book reviews
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Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound place, gave you soun advice to help you make your way through it.
For mitch albom, that person was Morrie Schwartz, his college professor from nearly twenty years ago.
Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights fsaded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn't you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, recieve wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger?
Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man's life. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final "class" :lessons in how to live.
For mitch albom, that person was Morrie Schwartz, his college professor from nearly twenty years ago.
Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights fsaded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn't you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, recieve wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger?
Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man's life. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final "class" :lessons in how to live.
Beth S. (mom2twovikings) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
Helpful Score: 1
I read this soon after graduating from college...the second time! LOL I wish I could have found a relationship with a mentor like this who could impart this kind of wisdom and teach me these kinds of lessons. I would recommend this book.
Claudia B. (Claudia) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 67 more book reviews
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What a fantastic book. Heartwarming and it focuses on what's really important in life. So much isn't and this reminds us all of what is.
Andrea C. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 3 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Great little book.
Shannon S. (harleybabe) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
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Remarkable book that makes you reflect back on the past and look ahead to the future.
Helpful Score: 1
Great!!! One of the best books I have ever read.
Tom O. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 18 more book reviews
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Excellent, true story of an old man, his former student, and the lessons the former student learns about life, death, giving, sharing
Katie M. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 3 more book reviews
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I...just...agh...JUST READ IT!! Morrie's life was so incredible and his views on life are so simple and so right that I'm often left wondering why everyone (myself included) doesn't live life like he did. It's a tearjerker at times, but so refreshing for the heart and soul.
Rachel S. (subwaygirl) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 102 more book reviews
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heartwarming
Ines R. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 13 more book reviews
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I ordered this book because it is on the summer reading list for my daughter. I picked it up to see what it was about and now I can't put it down. This book has a strong message about the way we live our lives, and also on true happiness, and death.
Shannon G. (shanniegrl) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
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This book was awesome!!! It really makes you realized alot in life!!! Has changed my way of thinking...We need not only to forgive others but forgive ourselves!!!!
Michelle F. (Mailman) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 10 more book reviews
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This is a great book, Philosophy of life and dying. Really makes you think, if you have "shared" your life with enough people before you die, or have you been "shelfish" most of your life.
Vicki G. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 6 more book reviews
This is a lovely walk with a man who realizes that investment in friendship is the greatest investment.
Leslie L. (genealogygeek) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 47 more book reviews
Wow, what an incredible story! So touching. The stuff of what life is really about. I was SO moved by Albom's narrative and the creative way he laid out the story of his relationship with his mentor professor in the last weeks of his life. Full of poignant moments, wisdom and humor. Recommend to everyone for so many reasons!
Judy-Lynn G. (JudyMoM) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 8 more book reviews
I had read this book years ago. It was a great story and taught be several things about life both living and dieing.
Jackie S. (bookstakemeaway) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 3 more book reviews
Got a CASE of kleenex???? Don't open this book without it!
LOIS P. (reomom) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 247 more book reviews
Excellent book. Makes you think.
Amy H. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 4 more book reviews
A great read if you have lost anyone close to you. Makes your heart feel warm.
Lisa O. (lisaost) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 10 more book reviews
Great book!!! Couldn't put it down, read it in one night. I highly recommend this book.
Deborah F. (gotbooks) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 52 more book reviews
If only we all learned about life when we were young. Excellent book!
Ashley D. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 9 more book reviews
Beautiful book. Quick light read with a heavy message.
Debbie D. (debbiemd) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
I marked this here as a placeholder because, while I read this book several years ago and enjoyed it, I actually read now an online serialized book Albom wrote for the pandemic called The Human Touch. About four families, all neighbors, and how they made it through the pandemic. While in the early days there was fear and discrimination and illness and death, by the end everyone had come together in a new normal and were getting through. The message of course was that as Americans we can all join together to get through this time.
Jill G. S. (jillie24) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 24 more book reviews
Loved this book. So beautifully written, you share all the emotions the author was trying to portray. Hard to put down and hard to stop thinking about long after you're through.
Jessica S. (iluvlibros) -
Great book! Not as good as "The Five People You Meet in Heaven," but I still really liked it. I read it in one sitting.
KAREN B. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 50 more book reviews
Beloved book of student and mentor. Uplifting and poignant
Jeff S. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 5 more book reviews
Sad and uplifting at the same time.
CM C. (CocoCee) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 404 more book reviews
A short read of sharing, living, and loving.
Linda R. (LindaRoseann) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
I loved this book. My neighbor left it in my bookshelf when she moved and I picked it up to read one night when I needed something to read. It was a complete jewel. It makes you appreciate life. I only wish I would have had a teacher such as Morrie.
Hollie P. (Belle0505) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 20 more book reviews
this was a great book, a must read for any book lover
Margarita T. (margarita) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 59 more book reviews
I don't know what all the fuss is about. I was assigned this book for a class that I was taking. I read it all in one sitting, so it is a very quick and easy read. The characters are all (yes, all) so selfish in different ways that I don't understand why this is viewed as a book filled with compassion and generosity. I did not like this book. I do not intend on reading any more of Mitch Albom's books. I don't like his writing style and I find him to be pompous and self-centered (all the while trying to convince us that he isn't).
Jennifer C. (maestrochick) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 4 more book reviews
Awesome read. I wish I could have known Morrie. Comparable to the Bucket List and figuring out what is important to you while you walk this Earth. Great read. Mitch is a great author, i also recommend 5 People you meet in heaven. A+
A fantastic book about life. I recommend it for teens and older folks.
Christine L. (chris6886) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
THIS BOOK IS SO AMAZING. I HAVE TO DISAGREE WTIH THE PREVIOUS PERSONS REVIEW. VERY MOVING, AND INSPIRATIONAL. MORRIE LEARNS TO "LIVE" BEFORE HE DIES. HE EVEN HAS A FUNERAL BEFORE HE DIES AND INVITES ALL OF HIS FRIENDS TO HAVE A HUGE PARTY AND HAPPY CELEBRATION. THIS IS A TRUE STORY. I CAN SEE MYSELF DO THE SAME THING AS MITCH DID IN MEETING A ILL PERSON AND GOING TO VISIT EVERY WEEK FOR WISDOM AND FRIENDSHIP. LOVED THIS BOOK AND WILL NEVER FORGET IT. AND I'VE ONLY READ IT ONCE SO FAR.
Kristina S. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 5 more book reviews
Such a good book... I remember having to read this in college and enjoyed it then even when I was having to study it. Having read it again for pure enjoyment, I can't help but be amazed by the lessons that a dying person can give. It made me remember my grandmother as she was passing and the life lessons that she bestowed upon me. Great book by another great author!
Angela B. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 82 more book reviews
Very moving! Makes you step back and look at the big picture of life.
Excellent book. Fast read. You'll cry. You'll laugh, and you probably will view life and death differently. Highly recommend.
SUSAN S. (susieqmillsacoustics) -
This was my first Mitch Albom book years ago and I have gone back and read it again. It is a story of death with dignity and what is important in life. Moving and genuine. A quick read with depth and insight.
Sherri H. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 5 more book reviews
A wonderful friendship between a old man losing his life and a young man who is there to listen and take-in everything that the old man wants to teach him. Morrie teaches what one goes through his disease but also how to look at the little things an appreciate them. This is an easy read book.
Melissa B. (melissaab) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 38 more book reviews
Mitch Albom's books are always interesting... and I enjoyed this one thoroughly.
Colleen P. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 3 more book reviews
Good book! It's an easy read that you can pick up and put down and come back to! Lots of good life lessons and a bit of a tear jerker at the end!
Dying with grace, humor and love and the lesson that we are all still learning right up until we close our eyes and say goodbye. Thanks Mitch and Thanks Morrie!
Pamela C. (pj-s-bookcorner) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 885 more book reviews
This is a quick read but one that touched my heart on many levels. Such simple truths and insights from a man who knew he would die a very slow and painful death - and never once let that influence his desire to give back to those he knew and loved. Well worth reading & rereading!
My 13-year-old son read this and loved it because of "life's greatest lesson." He says it taught him how death can teach someone how to live.
Lauren F. (laurenmom4) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
I read this book several years ago and thoroughly enjoyed this thought provoking tale of how we look at life. I was delighted to be able to swap for this book for my 17 year old daughter for whom it is required reading in senior English! In my opinion, it should be required reading for all of us, young and old alike. It made me appreicate the life I have and gave me the ability to look with eyes of gratitiude at the world around me.
A great book, would recommend it to anyone.
Nicole M. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 40 more book reviews
A must read for everyone. Its a very fast read. Very inspirational.
Melissa H. (lissak) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 8 more book reviews
truly a life changing book...the only reason i will give it to someone else is so that they can have the experience of reading it. Otherwise, i would keep it all for myself.
Marcie D. (PatchesMom) - reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 91 more book reviews
excellent
Anne M. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 6 more book reviews
I read this many years ago and loved it. I wanted to own it so I can read it again and so my kids can read it too.
Samantha G. (sparkle101) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 15 more book reviews
I honestly had low expectations of this book. It completely proved me wrong. This book was wonderful! It completely touched me. I will never forget Morrie!
Tracy K. (Trace88) -
Tuesdays with Morrie I thought was a great book that was easy to read.I don't think anyone who reads this will walk away and not use soom of his advice. I would recommend this book for late teens to old age.
Linda W. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 4 more book reviews
Full of life lessons, but prepare to cry and laugh.
Becky G. (dollmama1) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 16 more book reviews
Well written and tells a real message for terminal patient or caregiver! Albom does it again. REAlly a book even young adults should read!
Deborah H. (dswalker) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
Enjoyed reading this book. Some good lessons taught throughout. Sweet, innocent, genuine relationship portrayed by characters.
Julie E. (Jules729) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 8 more book reviews
A great story about life and death.
Karin J. (gringa76) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 48 more book reviews
A great true story that emphasizes what is really important in life. If only we could all live life according to what Morrie teaches us!
Jennifer D. (Jennmarie68) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 217 more book reviews
I was sent this book before I started my first semester at college. We were supposed to read it to go over in our comp class. I didn't really know what to expect from it, but once I started it I couldn't put it down. I think it took me 2 hours to read it from cover to cover.
I have read this book many times and I am still touched by it. I don't know what happened to my copy but I think it's about time for me to read it again.
I have read this book many times and I am still touched by it. I don't know what happened to my copy but I think it's about time for me to read it again.
Al C. (vavoice) -
I just finished this book and found myself lacking a good snappy review. There isn't more for me to say beyond the great reviews already given. The one thing I can say is, when you have finished reading this moving account of one man's acceptance of death and instruction for living, make sure to view the Koppel interviews. It's one thing to read the man's words. It's quite another to listen to them from his lips. I think his epitaph is spot on :o)
Heather E. (herwine75) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 116 more book reviews
This is a sweet story! It is a great story between an old man and a young man, each learning new things about the world.
LORI R. (lorichards) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 18 more book reviews
Not as good as "The five people you meet in heaven" but a quick book to read.
Valerie Y. (valbookgal) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 19 more book reviews
5 out of 5. Made me cry and touched my heart deeply and made me think about what's really most important in my own life.
Mandy A. (MandyCA) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 9 more book reviews
Very touching book that makes you look at your life from a whole different perspective!
Lisa J. (heavenboundlj) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 232 more book reviews
This book will touch your heart. A must read on everyone's list!!
Bob M. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 19 more book reviews
A very moving story.
Winston C. (Crabby-doctor) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 296 more book reviews
This is an excellent story, as well as very educational tegarding the progress of the disease of ALS---a major tragedy!! I would recommend it to anybody.
Shirley R. (sdrred) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 109 more book reviews
Wonderful book that truly teaches us about life and how to live it fully!
Lori D. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 2 more book reviews
Easy read and what a life changing book. Highly recommended.
Jillian W. (Thyme2read) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 46 more book reviews
I loved this book. It is chock full of wisdom and lessons we all need to learn and apply.
Anne D. (reader) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 76 more book reviews
Wonderful Book
R B. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 203 more book reviews
This was such a beatiful book! The lessons taught by Morrie should be taken to heart by all.
Angela P. (angelamarit) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 72 more book reviews
A must-read for everyone!
Judy D. (JDT) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 109 more book reviews
One of my favorites: a likeable, courageous, wise older professor facing death and his equally likeable student/the author (in college and now in life) Surprisingly, there's humor and joy!
Barbara S. (Babs) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 31 more book reviews
First book I read of his and it was great. Got me started reading other books of his. Great insight into life and death.
TakingTime reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 1072 more book reviews
another Mitch Albom great...worth the read
Sherri S. (mutts4me) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 93 more book reviews
This is one of the best books I've read. It's a heartwarming story of a long graduated student that comes back into his ill professors life and the Tuesdays they spent together. Excellent!!
Wendy L. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 12 more book reviews
This book changed my appreciation in life, and reminded me to be grateful and appreciative of life and to live life to its fullest. Family and friends are much more important than material things we tend to focus on pursuing in our daily lives.
This was one of the most touching stories I have ever read. The author made you really connect with the main character Morrie. This book is very much worth reading.
Christy S. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 21 more book reviews
Great story, but keep the kleenex handy.
Very, Very Good
Anita B. (anitanotherbook) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
I really enjoyed this book as it washed over me like a trusted couselor. I empathized with the main character and as he did, feel in love with Morrie. It was a great life tune-up session. As you apply the life-lessons to yourself using self examination, you get almost as much out of Morrie as Mitch does. Thanks to Mitch Albom for sharing his "coach" with us.
Linda (Angeleyes) -
Sometimes the simplest things are the most moving. Nothing in this book is a great leap in philosophy, it's merely a reminder of all the things we already know but have either forgotten or have taken for granted. This is a story for everyone: young; old; educated; non-educated; white collar; blue collar...it doesn't matter. It's not a story about being something...it's a story about just being.
It took only a few hours to read this little book, and yet it sends a message that is worth keeping forever. I suspect each person will glean different lessons from this book, but here are some of the messages that struck me:
- Ignoring death doesn't make it go away, but instead cuts off an opportunity to treasure our own lives and the lives of others. Often when an older person talks about their death, their children say, "Don't talk that way," as if talking about it causes death. By denying death, we make it harder for people to accept their mortality, and we miss the opportunity to allay others' fears about what will happen to their loved ones after they're gone.
- When we're with someone, we should be fully *there,* focusing on them, listening to them, and responding to them.
- Morrie allowed himself time to feel self-pity, fear, anger. He fully experienced those emotions so that he could know the feeling, and then move on, without letting it consume him. By denying our feelings, we let them control us; if we accept them, we are free to choose our response to them.
I plan to read this every so often, just to keep reminding myself what really matters and to value each day.
It took only a few hours to read this little book, and yet it sends a message that is worth keeping forever. I suspect each person will glean different lessons from this book, but here are some of the messages that struck me:
- Ignoring death doesn't make it go away, but instead cuts off an opportunity to treasure our own lives and the lives of others. Often when an older person talks about their death, their children say, "Don't talk that way," as if talking about it causes death. By denying death, we make it harder for people to accept their mortality, and we miss the opportunity to allay others' fears about what will happen to their loved ones after they're gone.
- When we're with someone, we should be fully *there,* focusing on them, listening to them, and responding to them.
- Morrie allowed himself time to feel self-pity, fear, anger. He fully experienced those emotions so that he could know the feeling, and then move on, without letting it consume him. By denying our feelings, we let them control us; if we accept them, we are free to choose our response to them.
I plan to read this every so often, just to keep reminding myself what really matters and to value each day.
Bob W. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 8 more book reviews
Huge best seller. Not my cup of tea--sentimental pap. But people love it, so maybe I'm just a grinch.
Dian and Beth W. (Riku) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 45 more book reviews
Its one of those books that make you think and look at your life. Easy to follow but can't really say it is an easy reader.
Marcia K. (marwan) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 496 more book reviews
Great book, I enjoyed it.
Rachael K. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 75 more book reviews
Maybe I wasn't in the right "space" to read this book at the time but I didn't enjoy it very much. It was more of a philosophy lesson than a story.
Kathleen M. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 35 more book reviews
Insightful tale.
Carol S. (busyreader) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 115 more book reviews
Good book - very touching. I liked the book.
Shirley S. (Grams) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 13 more book reviews
Very depressing, but really brought life into perspective in a lot of ways.
Jackie K. (kidzmom) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 22 more book reviews
Best book I've read in a long time!
Sasha W. (sashatara) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 8 more book reviews
Interesting book on mortality and relationships. A good read.
Linda J. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 44 more book reviews
Read this after you turn 35. I found it to be sad.
Daphne H. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 9 more book reviews
Great Read! I have read this book over and over again...it is a tear jerking story.
Taber B. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 12 more book reviews
A beautiful, moving story.
Joan G. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 30 more book reviews
I have read this book twice. My oldest daughter gave it to me
and the message was clear. A must read.
and the message was clear. A must read.
Christie G. (dreambeliever) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 56 more book reviews
ONE OF THE GREATEST BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ. IT CHANGED MY LIFE.
Joan L. (yolojoan) -
Lots of stuff to think about and use.
Meghan B. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 14 more book reviews
The book was meant to be inspiring and meant for people to realize what life should be about which is great however, I found Morrie's advice repetitive in the way the author wrote it. Not one of the best books I've ever read.
Alan H. (worldeater) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 2 more book reviews
Tuesdays with Morrie is one of those books that comes with a tremendous body of reviews, chatter, and hype riding along in its wake. People describe the book as life-changing and say that it drove them to tears. I didn't find it to be quite that moving or inspirational, but I will say that it was candid, concise, well-written, and thought-provoking.
I found that my cynical side spoke up from time to time (for example, Morrie more or less tells us that it's not the money that matters, but money is the thing that allowed him to spend his final days at home with abundant health care), but the book does prompt the reader to pause and consider how to spend his or her limited time on Earth.
A short read, but a good one. I can easily see myself grabbing this off the shelf once every year or two and becoming reacquainted with the lessons taught in Morrie's final class.
I found that my cynical side spoke up from time to time (for example, Morrie more or less tells us that it's not the money that matters, but money is the thing that allowed him to spend his final days at home with abundant health care), but the book does prompt the reader to pause and consider how to spend his or her limited time on Earth.
A short read, but a good one. I can easily see myself grabbing this off the shelf once every year or two and becoming reacquainted with the lessons taught in Morrie's final class.
Ferne C. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 144 more book reviews
Great book. Makes you really think about some issues. Well done.
Kristy F. (Kristyreader) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 17 more book reviews
Excellent book about life, friends, family and mortality
Stephanie M. (stephanie932) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 219 more book reviews
Great, great book about the relationship between a professor and student. The postive outlook of life even though one has a dibilitating disease is a source of motivation for everyone!
Amy R. (pauli) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 62 more book reviews
Mitch Albom gets a second chance to connect with a man he'd lost track of for many years--his old college professor and mentor, Morrie Schwartz. Unfortunately, Morrie is dying. However, their rekindled relationship allows Mitch to learn from his mentor once more, this time about life.
Lorraine D. (corporateparalegal) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on
"A deeply moving account of courage and wisdom, shared by an inveterate mentor looking into the multitextured face of his own death...." (from back cover) This is a quiet meditation on learning how to live.
Camden S. (xserafinx) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 78 more book reviews
"People with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis are my heroes. I first read this book several years ago. I re-read it for a very personal reason. One of my jobs as a Nurse Care Manager is to coordinate our ALS Clinic. I am often asked for pertinent reading material, and I always recommend "Tuesdays with Morrie".
Morrie Schwartz is the kind of man we would all want to know. A professor who loves to teach and to learn. A man who has his act together so to speak. A kind, loving man with an approach to life that we learn is very particular and precise for him. He has lived his life according to his own philosophy. Mitch Albom, the author first met Morrie years ago while a student at Brandeis College in Massachusetts, and Morrie became his mentor. They lost touch as people do. Mitch saw Morrie on "Nightline" discussing how to live with ALS. Mitch knew instantly that he needed to see his old mentor again. Mitch was at loose ends, and he needed to reconnect with Morrie. Thus began the Tuesdays with Morrie- 14 of them, to be exact.
The Tuesdays spent with Morrie were filled with simple platitudes. How to live the life you really want. Morrie was an expert at this. He had developed a neuromuscular disease
called Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. There is no cure, and there is no treatment. The plan is to assist people with ALS to live their lives with quality. Almost every person I have met with ALS lives their lives to the fullest. They don't hesitate; they realize they don't have time. This is how Morrie deals with ALS. He lives his life well through his dying. Morrie doesn't dwell on the dying aspect. He has a wonderful support system. He has a family, particularly his wife and friends. He shows his love and gratitude to them on a daily basis. He does not miss a beat. They talk about everything. Morrie does not spout new words of wisdom. He talks about living your life with simplicity and connecting with those you love. Words we should all live by, but in our busy worlds, we tend to forget. Morrie knows what he wants, and he wants to live at home, without all of the complicated, expensive equipment that would keep him breathing. He dies as simply as he lives. He has given his best to Mitch. A lesson for all of us. A simple book full of ways to live your life to the fullest. Who could want for more?"
- Prisrob
Morrie Schwartz is the kind of man we would all want to know. A professor who loves to teach and to learn. A man who has his act together so to speak. A kind, loving man with an approach to life that we learn is very particular and precise for him. He has lived his life according to his own philosophy. Mitch Albom, the author first met Morrie years ago while a student at Brandeis College in Massachusetts, and Morrie became his mentor. They lost touch as people do. Mitch saw Morrie on "Nightline" discussing how to live with ALS. Mitch knew instantly that he needed to see his old mentor again. Mitch was at loose ends, and he needed to reconnect with Morrie. Thus began the Tuesdays with Morrie- 14 of them, to be exact.
The Tuesdays spent with Morrie were filled with simple platitudes. How to live the life you really want. Morrie was an expert at this. He had developed a neuromuscular disease
called Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. There is no cure, and there is no treatment. The plan is to assist people with ALS to live their lives with quality. Almost every person I have met with ALS lives their lives to the fullest. They don't hesitate; they realize they don't have time. This is how Morrie deals with ALS. He lives his life well through his dying. Morrie doesn't dwell on the dying aspect. He has a wonderful support system. He has a family, particularly his wife and friends. He shows his love and gratitude to them on a daily basis. He does not miss a beat. They talk about everything. Morrie does not spout new words of wisdom. He talks about living your life with simplicity and connecting with those you love. Words we should all live by, but in our busy worlds, we tend to forget. Morrie knows what he wants, and he wants to live at home, without all of the complicated, expensive equipment that would keep him breathing. He dies as simply as he lives. He has given his best to Mitch. A lesson for all of us. A simple book full of ways to live your life to the fullest. Who could want for more?"
- Prisrob
A beautifully written book of clarity and wisdom.
Sherrie C. (sc2551) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 91 more book reviews
This is a great, easy read.
Adam S. (vetsailorshep) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 5 more book reviews
A great story of friendship and learning not to take even life's smallest things for granted.
Karen S. (jdcountryclipper) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 10 more book reviews
Another great book by Mitch Albom!
Lisa P. (FamFatale) -
A beautiful and moving book.
Lisa F. (carolinagirl4life) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 22 more book reviews
This is one of my "keepers"! Highly recommend it.
Teresa T. (tmtdino32) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 84 more book reviews
Neat story, quick read to find out what happens to the old man.
Wendy M. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 15 more book reviews
Excellent read
Christine E. (Scaper) - , reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 240 more book reviews
Warm and sincere, very good book.
Joe K. (fozzie78) - , reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 277 more book reviews
This book was okay. I can relate having had several teachers whom I was close. It was a little oversentimental.
Jessie S. (daisyrose) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 30 more book reviews
I heard it was really good, I watched the movie
Susan D. (dougbrimor) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 237 more book reviews
"THIS IS A SWEET BOOK OF A MAN'S LOVE FOR HIS MENTOR. IT HAS A STUBBORN HONESTY THAT NOURISHES THE LIVING'
Nancy L. (sewingnancyl) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 78 more book reviews
an old man, a young man and life's greatest lesson.....
Lori H. reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 84 more book reviews
If you have ever lost a long one after a long illness...you'll identify with this heartwrenching story.
Judy S. (DrJ) reviewed Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson on + 52 more book reviews
An old man, a young man, and life's greatest lesson...
Great meaningful, emotional book with amazing life lessons! Definite "must" read!
John O. (buzzby) -
I think it would have been better if the author had picked some old geezer with hidden redeeming features, rather than someone as easy as Morrie.
