Reviews of “David Suzuki”
 David Suzuki“It’s easy, while reading this book, to hear it narrated in your mind by the calm voice of the author… Never shying away from honest self-assessment, this is a genuinely illuminating glimpse of the man who was floored to be voted fifth in the CBC’s “Greatest Canadian” contest. Worth reading." Harrowsmith's Truly Canadian Almanac, Dec 14, 2007 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki“…a candid yet contemplative account… Suzuki’s unbridled spirit shines throughout effervescent, behind-the-scenes tales of his perceptive and prescient lifelong crusade for responsible living” Booklist, Oct 15, 2007 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki“Considered a sage by many – and a crank by more than a few – Suzuki is an undeniable force and a master at using his celebrity to sway public opinion. Love him or hate him, when he speaks, Canada listens.” Financial Post, Apr 1, 2007 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki"David Suzuki... boldly and courageously take[s] hold of the prophetic mirror. With stirringly hinest personal anecdotes and informed insider information, they alternately plead and warn as though the fire in [his] bones burned the words onto the page." The United Church Observer, Jul 1, 2006 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki"Suzuki is passionate about how humans can live in balance with the natural world, and in this book shares his hopes and visions for the future." Edmonton Life (Magazine), Jul 1, 2006 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki"The book, like his life, is an inspiring one. Its lessons are numerous and include: work hard, nurture your passions, push for positive change and never give up." Imprint, Jun 30, 2006 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki"...a touching, insightful book..." "In the end, what comes across in this book is Suzuki's passion, leavened with dry humour and a somewhat surprising tendency to poke fun at his own foibles." Gazette, The, May 20, 2006 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki"To read this new memoir is to see more deeply into a familiar face. You get the sense of meeting the real Suzuki for the first time." "He is a natural storyteller, and every episode, effectively self-contained, contributes to the mosaic that is his life and work. The book also serves as a succinct encapsulation of his beliefs and views and, more significantly, of the science underlying them." "There's a saying in the environmental movement, an inprecation to "Leave only footprints, and take only memories." Suzuki has left giant footprints, and his memories are a palpable legacy." Vancouver Sun, The, May 6, 2006 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David SuzukiThis book "...shows the man who has become such a part of our national conscience: shy, passionate, a bit earnest, a bit goofy, eyes open to the world." "In writing about himself, Suzuki writes about the world." Quill & Quire, May 1, 2006 Read more about David Suzuki >> |
David Suzuki"Written in a very conversational style, this book is not a difficult read, and it is extremely engaging. Infused with his love and passion for the natural world and presented with a surprising amount of candour, readers get an excellent insight into Suzuki's life." Brandon Sun, The, Apr 30, 2006 Read more about David Suzuki >> |