The Last Lecture - Book Review by Alaina

The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch

The Last Lecture written by Randy Pausch, a well-respected professor at Carnegie Mellon, is a quick and easy read. Randy Pausch was diagnosed with terminal cancer and asked to give his 'last lecture'. Many professors give speeches called "The Last Lecture", but for Randy, this would be the last lecture he would ever give. The talk is supposed to be about the legacy the person wants to leave behind and what matters most to them. Randy gave his talk about overcoming obstacles and making childhood dreams come true. After Randy was diagnosed with his terminal cancer, he chose to live life to the fullest instead of living as if there was nothing left to live for. He decided to write this book because his children are so young and he wants them to be able to look back and remember him. He compiled many memories and stories that each contain a moral or lesson to be learned. He always chose to have a positive and optimistic outlook on life in order to make the best of everything in every situation. If you are interested in a book that will lead you to become inspired by such an amazing person, this is a great book choice!


Review by Alaina