Balding Philosophically

About the Book

This book relates one old man's experiences in life and how he has managed to survive long enough to tell about it. A cross between Zen and Eminen, the book offers a practical guide to coming to terms with why some people who we won't name become filthy rich and seemingly don't deserve it, and not feeling the slightest jealousy toward Bill Gates, none whatsoever. Broken into 150 easy-to-chew "bites" or segments, "Balding" offers perspective on dealing with such issues ranging from pregnancy to sterility, and whether the two should be linked to premature baldness. The book is suitable for audiences from 2 to 102, assuming a two-year old could read and a 102-year-old can see. If this book was a movie, it would deserve a PG-13 as far as good taste goes, which means a 13-year-old might have to explain certain "hip" references to their out-of-it parents. In its serious but light tone, the book offers hints on how to deal with people who are always late; "exaggerators" i.e., meaning people who inflate their bra size, which in this case generally refers to women; dealing with demanding bosses; the stressful job interview; and the secret to relationships. Balding may classify as a self-help book. But the author’s real intent is to share his experiences with others, and that if we had a chance to do life all over again, we'd probably do it about the same--which gets to the book's real theme. To quote from one of the world's all-time best TV commercials, we only go around once in this great big beer world--so enjoy it as much as you can.

About the Author

Old Man Green lost a lot of hair writing Balding Philosophically. It also caused lots of stomach gas, but he won't dwell on that at the risk of getting an ulcer. Green's basic philosophy, as his book reveals, is to remain an optimist about life, even if it kills you. Other books Green has written include Kill Freddie, The Last Jew of Miami Beach, and Old Men Wear High Pants. A native Midwesterner, Green often can be seen in Florida, especially during the winter months, as his greatest aspiration is to stay warm.