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Jeremie Mondejar · Post by **Jeremie Mondejar** » 20 Jun 2020, 21:05

[Following is a volunteer review of "Winners and Losers in words and cartoons" by Arthur Hartz.]

4 out of 4 stars

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If religion matters most in the society, does it will affect somebody? Are you receptive of someone's religious beliefs? When based on Christianity in the US, the recent Pew Research Center Survey says, "People go to church or any other place of worship because they want to feel closer to God. Sad to say, church attendance deteriorates because of the following reasons: I'm not a believer, nor I found a suitable church for me. I have a poor health conditions, or I don't have the time. Additionally, I practice my faith on my own way."

Winners and Losers in words and cartoons unfolds the reality of American religion that is portrayed in graphics, aphorisms and commentary. Arthur Hartz crafted this book based on the consequences of American religion in 'Winning.' He is an anthropologist and a professional medical researcher, who has the idea about cultures in different places. For completing this book, he collaborates with other artists because he hasn't any artistic abilities.

In less than an hour, I already finished reading this tale. Arthur divided this book into 9 short chapters. Watch out! At first glance, it looks funny, but analyzing it carefully is a big advantage. While scrutinizing each detail of the graphics, it reveals a straightforward lesson about winners versus losers.

Chapter One depicts the most important thing in Winning. How do you define Winning over execution, politics or in a game? Is your Winning method a measurement of success? Success will leave footprints, which is the basis of fame and fortune, and every footprint must have a happy ending in reaching the destinations. The next three chapters consist of the Winners' advantages and disadvantages in the society. While the next four chapters discuss the Losers' coping mechanism, the last chapter is like a double-edged sword that penetrates into the body once it hits you.

Frankly, I like the aphorisms. Plus, the graphics emphasize the author's point. The drawings are simple, yet it has a deep-meaning towards American religion. Like for example, the good qualities such as beauty, smartness, energetic and being talented are portrayed in signage for twenty-four-seven (24/7) with a menu of loyalty, honesty and compassion. On the contrary, the drawing isn't attractive to me because it's colorless, though I still enjoy the concept of the image.

Consequently, I learned new things, and I agree with it. Firstly, a lot of people embrace the low-cost manipulation. In Winning, winners were always acknowledged even if their public appearance didn't coincide with their private lives. Secondly, losers are bound for humiliation, but have powerful strategies. Lastly, this idea inspires me, "If at first you don't succeed, change the way you score."

Winners and Losers in words and cartoons means a lot of things about American religion, which makes this book better for mature-American readers regardless of any denominations. Arthur Hartz's idea is deserving of 4 out of 4 stars. He made a perfect combination of cartoons, factual messages as well as the quotations from well-known people. The plot is well-developed, well-portrayed and well-drawn. For the editing issues, it has minor errors, but it is professionally edited.

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Post by **Sanju Lali** » 22 Jun 2020, 01:54

From your review this book appears to highlight the reality of American religion by portraying it in graphics, aphorisms and commentary. Thanks for your honest review.

Jeremie Mondejar · Post by **Jeremie Mondejar** » 22 Jun 2020, 17:29

sanjus wrote: ↑22 Jun 2020, 01:54 From your review this book appears to highlight the reality of American religion by portraying it in graphics, aphorisms and commentary. Thanks for your honest review.

You're right. Thanks for reading.

Elvis Best · Post by **Elvis Best** » 22 Jun 2020, 18:24

I like the idea of winning versus losing. I'd love to see how the author explains what it means to win or to lose. Great review btw.

Jeremie Mondejar · Post by **Jeremie Mondejar** » 22 Jun 2020, 19:24

Ekabajong wrote: ↑22 Jun 2020, 18:24 I like the idea of winning versus losing. I'd love to see how the author explains what it means to win or to lose. Great review btw.

Thank you. Keep in mind! Deep analysis is needed.

djr6090 · Post by **djr6090** » 02 Jul 2020, 09:07

jeminah28 wrote: ↑20 Jun 2020, 21:05 [Following is a volunteer review of "Winners and Losers in words and cartoons" by Arthur Hartz.]

Wow, this book packs a lot into small spaces. Your review encourages me to slow down and examine the details. Thanks for the preview.

Nerea · Post by **Nerea** » 03 Jul 2020, 12:38

It's true, many people today don't like to go to church and they give many lame reasons for not going to church. I think this attitude is with the majority worldwide and not only in America. I find the book interesting. I might give the book a try. Thank you for your intriguing review.