Review of I Have Calluses on My Hands

[Seetha E]

[Following is a volunteer review of "I Have Calluses on My Hands" by Neil Henry.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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In today's fast-paced way of life, the younger generation does not seem interested in investing time and effort with the elders in their family. Neil patiently delves into the past with the help of his father, Harold Henry. Together, they dig out people and situations that demanded certain behaviors that shaped their family values and defined their characters. Harold Henry has collaborated with his son Neil Henry to edit and co-write I Have Calluses on My Hands: The Life and Times of Harold Henry.

Dissatisfied with his original work, Harold reworked the manuscript with Neil. Neil Henry's passion for collating useful and relevant events while keeping them interesting and entertaining is evident throughout the book. It was an opportunity for him to revisit his childhood memories. The book begins with details of Neil's maternal and paternal great-grandparents. He details their origins, migrations, and motivations behind changing their names. Various accounts expound on Harold's strict parents, their strong work ethic, how they earned and allocated their earnings, and their respect for manual labor. Later, the book shows how his upbringing reflected in molding Harold, the profound bond Harold shared with Esther, their professional pursuits, caring for Esther till her final moments, and his affection for Penny and passion for gardening. 

The younger generation tends to see the elders in the family as vulnerable and unimportant. They are often assumed to be incapable of valuable advice or opinions. There are several memories, each touching or inspiring. These serve as reminders that a little effort to know their background will help us relate to the past that nurtured them into the individuals they became, thus establishing a deeper connection to their roots. The youngsters gain a wholesome perspective and know more about the older generations and the tumultuous times they survived. On the way, there is valuable wisdom that is worth emulating and passing down through generations. My takeaway is accepting what life offers, even when undesirable, and remaining flexible to make the most of every opportunity.

I found only minor inconsistencies and can confidently commend the editing team. I accessed the PDF format of this book, which did not include an index page. There is nothing else that the book lacked, and a missing index and minor inconsistencies do not call for a reduced rating. Hence, I rate this unique read five out of five stars.

I must add that the pictures in actuality, or those that closely resemble the actuals, add value to this book. It helped me relate to things about a century ago and is a great way to pass information on to readers. Considering the content of this book, I recommend it to adults. This book will interest lovers of biographies and families who had to flee their homelands and re-establish themselves in foreign lands. 

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[Sarah Zain]

The idea of the book is beautiful, as it is like creating a large family tree. Through it, the grandchildren can know their ancestors. Especially since with each generation it becomes more and more difficult to access family information. Great review Seetha thank you.

[Gerry Steen]

[Following is a volunteer review of "I Have Calluses on My Hands" by Neil Henry.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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In today's fast-paced way of life, the younger generation does not seem interested in investing time and effort with the elders in their family. Neil patiently delves into the past with the help of his father, Harold Henry. Together, they dig out people and situations that demanded certain behaviors that shaped their family values and defined their characters. Harold Henry has collaborated with his son Neil Henry to edit and co-write I Have Calluses on My Hands: The Life and Times of Harold Henry.

Dissatisfied with his original work, Harold reworked the manuscript with Neil. Neil Henry's passion for collating useful and relevant events while keeping them interesting and entertaining is evident throughout the book. It was an opportunity for him to revisit his childhood memories. The book begins with details of Neil's maternal and paternal great-grandparents. He details their origins, migrations, and motivations behind changing their names. Various accounts expound on Harold's strict parents, their strong work ethic, how they earned and allocated their earnings, and their respect for manual labor. Later, the book shows how his upbringing reflected in molding Harold, the profound bond Harold shared with Esther, their professional pursuits, caring for Esther till her final moments, and his affection for Penny and passion for gardening. 

The younger generation tends to see the elders in the family as vulnerable and unimportant. They are often assumed to be incapable of valuable advice or opinions. There are several memories, each touching or inspiring. These serve as reminders that a little effort to know their background will help us relate to the past that nurtured them into the individuals they became, thus establishing a deeper connection to their roots. The youngsters gain a wholesome perspective and know more about the older generations and the tumultuous times they survived. On the way, there is valuable wisdom that is worth emulating and passing down through generations. My takeaway is accepting what life offers, even when undesirable, and remaining flexible to make the most of every opportunity.

I found only minor inconsistencies and can confidently commend the editing team. I accessed the PDF format of this book, which did not include an index page. There is nothing else that the book lacked, and a missing index and minor inconsistencies do not call for a reduced rating. Hence, I rate this unique read five out of five stars.

I must add that the pictures in actuality, or those that closely resemble the actuals, add value to this book. It helped me relate to things about a century ago and is a great way to pass information on to readers. Considering the content of this book, I recommend it to adults. This book will interest lovers of biographies and families who had to flee their homelands and re-establish themselves in foreign lands. 

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I grew up with my grandparents, and I learned a lot from them. This included: that being pysically active throughout one's life benefits health, that most things in moderation will not harm you, and that work for the sake of getting something done with no extra reward is important. Your review shows that this book has a lot of experiences that people can learn from. The title "I Have Calluses on my Hands" means a lot. Harold Henry accomplished a lot in life and can teach us a thing or two.

[Chi Chiu Michael Mak]

[Following is a volunteer review of "I Have Calluses on My Hands" by Neil Henry.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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In today's fast-paced way of life, the younger generation does not seem interested in investing time and effort with the elders in their family. Neil patiently delves into the past with the help of his father, Harold Henry. Together, they dig out people and situations that demanded certain behaviors that shaped their family values and defined their characters. Harold Henry has collaborated with his son Neil Henry to edit and co-write I Have Calluses on My Hands: The Life and Times of Harold Henry.

Dissatisfied with his original work, Harold reworked the manuscript with Neil. Neil Henry's passion for collating useful and relevant events while keeping them interesting and entertaining is evident throughout the book. It was an opportunity for him to revisit his childhood memories. The book begins with details of Neil's maternal and paternal great-grandparents. He details their origins, migrations, and motivations behind changing their names. Various accounts expound on Harold's strict parents, their strong work ethic, how they earned and allocated their earnings, and their respect for manual labor. Later, the book shows how his upbringing reflected in molding Harold, the profound bond Harold shared with Esther, their professional pursuits, caring for Esther till her final moments, and his affection for Penny and passion for gardening. 

The younger generation tends to see the elders in the family as vulnerable and unimportant. They are often assumed to be incapable of valuable advice or opinions. There are several memories, each touching or inspiring. These serve as reminders that a little effort to know their background will help us relate to the past that nurtured them into the individuals they became, thus establishing a deeper connection to their roots. The youngsters gain a wholesome perspective and know more about the older generations and the tumultuous times they survived. On the way, there is valuable wisdom that is worth emulating and passing down through generations. My takeaway is accepting what life offers, even when undesirable, and remaining flexible to make the most of every opportunity.

I found only minor inconsistencies and can confidently commend the editing team. I accessed the PDF format of this book, which did not include an index page. There is nothing else that the book lacked, and a missing index and minor inconsistencies do not call for a reduced rating. Hence, I rate this unique read five out of five stars.

I must add that the pictures in actuality, or those that closely resemble the actuals, add value to this book. It helped me relate to things about a century ago and is a great way to pass information on to readers. Considering the content of this book, I recommend it to adults. This book will interest lovers of biographies and families who had to flee their homelands and re-establish themselves in foreign lands. 

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I appreciate the author's determination to ensure his elders live on in spirit via this book. I also agree that the pictures add authenticity. It feels like going to a history museum and going back in time.

[Priya Murugesan]

The title immediately drew me! Your review just added to my interest in this book. As someone interested in reading biographies, I am sure I will enjoy this book! Thanks for your wonderful review!