Talking Service: Readings for Civic Reflection

by Adam Davis (Editor), Elizabeth Lynn (Editor)

Talking Service: Readings for Civic Reflection contains seven provocative readings from classic and contemporary sources, as well as an introductory essay on service, reflection exercises, and questions for discussion. The readings are short enough to be read aloud by a group, but complex enough to provoke real thought and conversation. Both community volunteers and educators involved in service learning will find Talking Service to be the perfect reflection companion for group meetings, courses, retreats, and workshops.

CONTENTS

"A Bed for the Night" by Bertolt Brecht; "The Lamb and the Pinecone" by Pablo Neruda; "Theme for English B" by Langston Hughes; Reveries of a Solitary Walker (selection) by Jean-Jacques Rousseau; "Fellowship" by Franz Kafka; "Earliest Impressions" by Jane Addams; "A Gift of Love" by Martin Luther King Jr.

32 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2008

Reviews

[Joyce · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good starter book that has some nice examples of pieces to discuss and reflect about in relation to service. It was short, though - there are only 7 readings, and it would have been nice if there were pieces for different ages. However, I'm aware this is type of book that is distributed for free at conferences, so I can't be too critical of it. It is a nice collection overall.