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Bill: a Biography of Hand of the Cause of God William Sears
150 pages. illustrated with black and white photos.
- GenresBaha I
150 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2003
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May 9, 2021
This book is suited for Baha’is or for those who are somewhat familiar with the Faith. I first read it almost two decades ago when it was published. As I came across the last page, I was so touched to see my Dad’s notes on this book. He borrowed it from me and finished it on a flight. He loved it also. It was sweet to see that.
For some reason, Amazon currently offers it for $249.95! Last week, it was $995! I always laugh when things like that happen. I remember years ago, there was a “Dora the Explorer” workbook and they were offering it for $1200!
Biographies such as this one guide me to hopefully become a better person. When I was in my teens and early twenties, I read many of William Sears’s books. I love his humor, his overall style, and his descriptiveness.
Here is William Sears with his wife, Marguerite.
Here is a quote that I thought to share:
“Many folks find growing old a problem. Aging affects everyone in a variety of different ways: health, looks, the ability to think clearly, memory, even mental health. Perhaps spiritually could be added, but most likely the spirit is the aid for keeping all other infirmities in abeyance. Also essential is to maintain a sense of humor. That Bill did remarkably well.
Bill had been going non-stop for fifty years. In spite of ill health, diabetes, prostate cancer, and other infirmities, Bill grew old gracefully – but most of all, he grew old, gallantly. If he thought of something he felt would please the Guardian (a Central Figure of the Baha’i Faith), Bill undertook the task of turning the idea into a reality, regardless of health, age, or any other consideration.”
For some reason, Amazon currently offers it for $249.95! Last week, it was $995! I always laugh when things like that happen. I remember years ago, there was a “Dora the Explorer” workbook and they were offering it for $1200!
Biographies such as this one guide me to hopefully become a better person. When I was in my teens and early twenties, I read many of William Sears’s books. I love his humor, his overall style, and his descriptiveness.
Here is William Sears with his wife, Marguerite.
Here is a quote that I thought to share:
“Many folks find growing old a problem. Aging affects everyone in a variety of different ways: health, looks, the ability to think clearly, memory, even mental health. Perhaps spiritually could be added, but most likely the spirit is the aid for keeping all other infirmities in abeyance. Also essential is to maintain a sense of humor. That Bill did remarkably well.
Bill had been going non-stop for fifty years. In spite of ill health, diabetes, prostate cancer, and other infirmities, Bill grew old gracefully – but most of all, he grew old, gallantly. If he thought of something he felt would please the Guardian (a Central Figure of the Baha’i Faith), Bill undertook the task of turning the idea into a reality, regardless of health, age, or any other consideration.”
June 3, 2012
Loved it. It's a very simple and quick read, but that makes it even more charming. Marguerite doesn't need to try to make Bill's life sound amazing, because it just was. She has a very humble and personal way of describing his accomplishments and telling little stories that all add up to a bigger picture of a very inspiring and creative man.
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