num_pages: 364
description: In this remarkable book, 103-year-old George Dawson, a slave's grandson who learned to read at age 98, reflects on his life and offers valuable lessons in living as well as a fresh, firsthand view of America during the twentieth century. Richard Glaubman captures Dawson's irresistible voice and view of the world, offering insights into humanity, history, hardships, and happiness. From segregation and civil rights, to the wars, presidents, and defining moments in history, George Dawson's description and assessment of the last century inspires readers with the message that-through it all-has sustained "Life is so good. I do believe it's getting better."
language: English
title: Life Is So Good
titlecomplete: Life Is So Good
genres: Book Club, African American, Biography, History, Autobiography, American History, Inspirational, Nonfiction, Biography Memoir, Memoir
ratings_count: 6145
publisher: Wheeler Pub Inc