In the final lines of this inspiring book Turok says, “What a privilege it is to be alive. Truly, we are faced with the opportunity of all time.” Which sums up the entire work very thoroughly as a deep appreciation of what has gone before in the establishment of the world as we know it today and the tremendous scope that lies before us all…

"Barbara Toner acknowledges the universal truth that advice should only ever be offered if sought. She's chosen to ignore it, as any self-respecting mother should, in this heartfelt address to her own three daughters. The result is an indispensable guide to be shared by mothers and daughters of all ages everywhere." Initial impression on reading the back cover text (above) was: this might be a…