God is rapidly urbanizing the world. For the first time in human history, more people live in cities than in rural areas. Followers of Jesus must learn how to navigate through the complexities of urban life. This blog documents my urban adventures both in Pittsburgh and in cities around the world. This is my personal blog, and my views may not necessarily reflect the views of North Way Christian Community, Bakke Graduate University, or any other organizations.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Up First: The Lexus and the Olive Tree
The first book I'm reading is The Lexus and the Olive Tree by Thomas Friedman. From what I can tell so far it will be about globalization, and the economic and cultural impact this system is having on the world. Friedman seems to be a pretty popular author, so if anyone has read this book already I'd love to hear your thoughts on it.
Get ready for a great ride Brian! Studying, reading and being part of a community of learners is among one of life's greatest gifts!
ReplyDeleteI read "The world is flat" from Thomas Friedman and found myself nodding throughout it!
I have found that the more I read beforehand the more I get out of the class.
Another tip is that since I will probably only read x book once, I mark it up considerably, taking notes in the margins (I tend to skim the pages afterwards and my eyes focus on what I've written) and finally I write my conclusions on the front and back inner cover! Just a few things I 've learned from my studies thus far!
Another tip I picked up and am religiously implementing is that every paper written for class relates directly to my work and without fail is directly applied in what I am doing.. the Hebrew view of learning consists of both knowledge and practice.
We'll keep in touch Brian! See you at your Mom's house no doubt over Thanksgiving break.
Lisa Anderson-Umana
Can't wait to hear