An Elephant Is Like A Tree

by | Jan 24, 2024 | Stuff

     Thumbing through “The People Puzzle” and merely reading a chapter here or a chapter there, is like the proverbial three blind men trying to describe an elephant.  The first one, touching the trunk, says an elephant is like a snake; the second one, grasping the tail, says an elephant is like a rope;  the third guy, clutching a leg, says an elephant is like a tree.  As with the elephant, there’s so much more to the book that it’s hard to come up with an accurate assessment until you’ve read the whole thing … otherwise you miss a lot of stuff inbetween.

     Some readers have said “The People Puzzle” is a love story, while others relate to the nostalgia and descriptions of a simpler, gentler time.  There are even those who say they actually like to quote some of the philosophy.   Well, guess what?  Unlike the three blind men describing the elephant, they’re all right!  There’s something enjoyable for everyone between those covers.  The ‘label’ says Memoir, but the publisher and I danced around Philosophy, Family, Humor, Relationships, Nostalgia –– and a few other tunes –– before taking the final step to the all-encompassing stand-by, Memoir.

Folks who started at the front of the book, instead of at the back, get it:

•  “I cannot adequately put into words how much this book affected me.  First, and foremost, it is a beautiful love story.  Some parts I literally laughed out loud and some parts I cried. His style of writing is like having him personally speaking with me.”

•  “He is a master of storytelling”

•  “It’s clever, insightful, and entertaining. I’m really enjoying it.”

•   “I Loved the book. Funny, touching, and spot-on slices of life so wonderfully articulated.”

•  “Relaxing, funny, wholesome, and endearing.  I see my face in his mirror.”

•  “The People Puzzle” has many passages I like to have on hand to borrow and quote.”

•  “I started reading it and couldn’t stop. Many chuckles and so inspiring.”

When you’re ready to experience a friendly arm around your shoulder, and immerse yourself in “Things We Do That Say We’re Human” … get it, and start reading “The People Puzzle” from the front!