Book Review
By Ewa Czarnojanczyk.
I started reading this book with the thought that I would read about a spoiled brat who was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. Instead, I discovered the story of an abused child who then chose the path of compassion to help others less fortunate than himself, both people and wildlife. The book details Ted Turner’s early years; his meeting with Jacques Cousteau, his second father and mentor; his three-point accounting system; his philanthropy, a modern take on the old concepts of “noblesse oblige” and the Native American potlatch for redistribution of wealth for the betterment of all; his conservation philosophy; and his relationship with international political figures and the United Nations. All in all, a well-written and very inspirational story which gives hope to us all, that we can make a difference when we live our lives by following our hearts. We carry Last Stand in the Black Range Museum bookstore.
