Official Review: Tai Solarin by Dele Babalola

mllamisaamadi · Post by **mllamisaamadi** » 26 Sep 2018, 10:37

a biography account of Tai Solarin,one of Nigeria's greatest educationist,rated4-4stars i concur with the rewiew,and i will gun for a copy

ea_anthony · Post by **ea_anthony** » 27 Sep 2018, 17:37

primeRex wrote: ↑21 Sep 2018, 03:36 Thua Tai would thunder with livid outrage over the lackadaisical mannerism flagrantly displayed in Nigeria today. I am keenly drawn to this book because, I percieve it to be a guide for idealistic accomplishments. Great review by the way.

It is a great mercy that Tai Solarin is not alive to see what his beloved Nigeria has turned to. Herein also lies the importance of this book and any of such, we can go back and connect to the ideals and motives of our heroes past.

ea_anthony · Post by **ea_anthony** » 27 Sep 2018, 17:40

A nicely written review. I grew up reading and hearing stories of the great Tai Solarin with a few urban legends thrown in for good mix. I hope at least a chapter is dedicated to his wife Sheila (who was his great support), I will definitely get a copy of this book.

Seth018 · Post by **Seth018** » 28 Sep 2018, 20:28

Being a Nigerian, I grew up hearing and reading about this great man. Anything about Tai Solarin is worth reading, he's an entity Nigeria will ever missed. I therefore recommend this book for everyone.

T_stone · Post by **T_stone** » 01 Oct 2018, 06:33

Apart from the fact that the foreword this book was written by a former student, it didn't fail to portray Tai's personality. As an alumni myself, I'd recommend this book to everyone who believes in self reliance. Definitely going to read this.
Thank you for the thorough review

Jackie Holycross · Post by **Jackie Holycross** » 01 Oct 2018, 15:53

T_stone wrote: ↑01 Oct 2018, 06:33 Apart from the fact that the foreword this book was written by a former student, it didn't fail to portray Tai's personality. As an alumni myself, I'd recommend this book to everyone who believes in self reliance. Definitely going to read this.
Thank you for the thorough review

How exciting to meet someone who actually went there. It seems like an amazing school.

Cardinalsparrow · Post by **Cardinalsparrow** » 02 Oct 2018, 01:18

Tai is a really great man, an educator. Being a Nigerian, I've heard so much about him and from your summary of this book, I'd like to read about him. Thanks for your review.

T_stone · Post by **T_stone** » 02 Oct 2018, 04:43

teacherjh wrote: ↑01 Oct 2018, 15:53
T_stone wrote: ↑01 Oct 2018, 06:33 Apart from the fact that the foreword this book was written by a former student, it didn't fail to portray Tai's personality. As an alumni myself, I'd recommend this book to everyone who believes in self reliance. Definitely going to read this.
Thank you for the thorough review

It really is a good school. Imbibes in me self discipline and reliance and I'm proud and happy to have gone through the school

How exciting to meet someone who actually went there. It seems like an amazing school.

gali · Post by **gali** » 03 Oct 2018, 08:07

A biography revolving around the Mayflower School and its founder sounds intriguing. The book follows both Tai’s life and his legacy. He does sound like a great man according to what you wrote. It is impressive that the author have read 5-10 books a week while attending Mayflower. It was interesting to read about the typical week there. It isn't a genre I enjoy reading, but I am glad you enjoyed the book. Thank you for your review!

desantismt_17 · Post by **desantismt_17** » 03 Oct 2018, 08:11

This sounds like an interesting look at the effect of philosophy on society. Not my type of book but still a good topic. Thanks for your review.

Jennifer Kloss · Post by **Jennifer Kloss** » 03 Oct 2018, 08:21

I don't like biography a lot. But this biography sound interesting. A biography of a teacher by it's student is a great idea.

Post by **Waragu Samuel** » 03 Oct 2018, 08:23

When your student dares to write even some very personal positive things about you to share with the world, you know that your life is so dear and valuable to many. This is a must read biography. Thanks for this review.

Ferdinand_Otieno · Post by **Ferdinand_Otieno** » 03 Oct 2018, 08:23

This is an educational biography by @DeleBabalola that i found to be an inspirational book. The writing style was interesting and the onlinebookclub review was written masterfully and highlighted the best the book had to offer. Congrats on being the BOTD.

stacie k · Post by **stacie k** » 03 Oct 2018, 08:26

Although I can’t agree with Tai’s atheistic beliefs, I believe his example of living according to personal beliefs even if outside of the conventional is valuable. It would be interesting to learn about the Mayflower School and to hear from his former students.

Nerea · Post by **Nerea** » 03 Oct 2018, 08:27

Tai. A man of the people indeed. He had positive influence on his contemporary generation that was passed on to the generations that followed. Quite interesting. But sorry i don't agree with philosophy. The book is not for me. Great review.