Letters to My Children

By Dori J. MaynardRobert C. MaynardDon J. Maynard, et al.

A collection of the late Robert Maynard's syndicated columns reflects the advice, wisdom, and humor that he taught to his children and used to make current issues relatable to the layperson, and includes his Pulitzer Prize-winning writings.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0836270274
• ISBN13: 9780836270273
• Release Date: January 1995
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

For a Hero

A warm, human collection of Robert Maynard's columns over the years on the subjects of love, life, hope, strength and much more, with loving and humorous commentary by his daughter Dori. "The Education of a Young Journalist," which Maynard penned way back in 1986, still stands out from this collection as one of the most inspirational and meaningful columns for me. Robert Maynard was and continues to be a journalistic hero of mine. His work and voice will live on for a long, long time.

A treasure of Journalistic perfection...a must read.

Dori J. Maynard does an expectional job as co-author of Robert C. Maynard's book "Letters to My Children". It is the best of the late Tribune editor and publisher Maynard, with the sprinkles of love and empathy that only a daughter can reveal. It is timely, and a pleasure to read. Events from the 60's, 70's and 80's that had been buried in the recesses of my mind, were gently awakened. The passions that ignited generations during these eras, were rekindled and put back on the burner. Writers who changed the course of journalistic history were again fresh and vibrant. "Letters to My Children" is a book that reflects the genius of Mr. Maynard as a writer and the summation of pride and projection felt by a father and husband for his family. He makes reading about an exceptional, unique, intellectual family warm and real. There are no cold spots that leave you hanging for an explanation. Originality permeated the pages. Humor, respect, love and most of all truth went into every thought. Mr. Maynard's view of life was through a clear open window. What he saw, felt and believed was reflected in his writings. He portrayed life as a livable adventure and he measured his success by the commitment and dedication of his family to one another. "To preserve the family, we must learn to adjust to those changes and shape those to come as best we can," Mr. Maynard writes. It is a simple statement, but so profound. Mr. Maynard acknowledged life, inspired the family unit and mastered journalism. Through his writings and beliefs came the wisdom that clearly guided his children to be successful adults. "Letters to My Children" is a must read for those who treasure journalistic perfection, realism and most of all a humorous zest for life.