Review of Madame Ph.D.: Growing Up Black in DC and Beating the Odds
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Review of Madame Ph.D.: Growing Up Black in DC and Beating the Odds
[Following is a volunteer review of "Madame Ph.D.: Growing Up Black in DC and Beating the Odds" by Gwynette Ford Lacy, Ph.D., MBA.]
The book Madame Ph.D.: Growing Up Black in DC and Beating the Odds by Dr. Gwynette Ford Lacy is a thoroughly enjoyable read chock full of encouragement and useful life advice.
One of the things I love most about the book is the first-hand perspective it provides as the reader follows Dr. Lacy through important historical events like MLK’s march on Washington or the assassination of President Kennedy. I even learned about things I hadn’t known before reading and the anecdotes she included both taught and engaged me. I also found the book very inspiring. Dr. Ford Lacy serves as an inspiration to women everywhere, letting them know that anything is possible so long as they have PHD—perseverance, hope, and determination. These were very important values for Dr. Ford Lacy’s academic journey and are still important for everyone today. Every life lesson impacted came with an anecdote, making me feel like I was truly experiencing the story as it unfolded.
Apart from the motivating life lessons, Madame Ph.D stood out due to its relatability and fun humour. Dr. Ford Lacy showed determination and a willingness to get ahead as she chased her goals, but she never let it detract from her as a person. I love how she still stayed true to her roots throughout her journey. I especially enjoyed the section about her college years because she shared her experience balancing great grades and a busy social life, a challenge familiar to most. The details about doing cheer and attending parties in high school as well as sorority life in college were really interesting, too.
Speaking of detail, I found myself in awe at how detailed the book was. Dr. Ford Lacy provides full recounts of her childhood, teenage years, and adulthood as she journeyed toward her Ph.D. I wasn’t at all lost on what was happening at any point, something I consider to be significant seeing as the book spans about 20 to 30 years. Sometimes the retellings of dialogue could sound a bit off, but that’s to be expected when one is recalling something that happened that long ago.
This book was really great to read. I would recommend it to anyone, especially those in a similar position working towards a doctorate or any other goal. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars for its pleasantness and the important lessons it teaches.
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Madame Ph.D.: Growing Up Black in DC and Beating the Odds
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The book Madame Ph.D.: Growing Up Black in DC and Beating the Odds by Dr. Gwynette Ford Lacy is a thoroughly enjoyable read chock full of encouragement and useful life advice.
One of the things I love most about the book is the first-hand perspective it provides as the reader follows Dr. Lacy through important historical events like MLK’s march on Washington or the assassination of President Kennedy. I even learned about things I hadn’t known before reading and the anecdotes she included both taught and engaged me. I also found the book very inspiring. Dr. Ford Lacy serves as an inspiration to women everywhere, letting them know that anything is possible so long as they have PHD—perseverance, hope, and determination. These were very important values for Dr. Ford Lacy’s academic journey and are still important for everyone today. Every life lesson impacted came with an anecdote, making me feel like I was truly experiencing the story as it unfolded.
Apart from the motivating life lessons, Madame Ph.D stood out due to its relatability and fun humour. Dr. Ford Lacy showed determination and a willingness to get ahead as she chased her goals, but she never let it detract from her as a person. I love how she still stayed true to her roots throughout her journey. I especially enjoyed the section about her college years because she shared her experience balancing great grades and a busy social life, a challenge familiar to most. The details about doing cheer and attending parties in high school as well as sorority life in college were really interesting, too.
Speaking of detail, I found myself in awe at how detailed the book was. Dr. Ford Lacy provides full recounts of her childhood, teenage years, and adulthood as she journeyed toward her Ph.D. I wasn’t at all lost on what was happening at any point, something I consider to be significant seeing as the book spans about 20 to 30 years. Sometimes the retellings of dialogue could sound a bit off, but that’s to be expected when one is recalling something that happened that long ago.
This book was really great to read. I would recommend it to anyone, especially those in a similar position working towards a doctorate or any other goal. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars for its pleasantness and the important lessons it teaches.
******
Madame Ph.D.: Growing Up Black in DC and Beating the Odds
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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