Leo Buscaglia is an absolute joy to watch and listen to, and he writes about his father in the same enthusiastic vein. Clearly an homage to his father, the book also evokes a different time and era, where relationships within and between families were paramount. A time when family histories and stories were part of the oral traditions and handed down over dining room discussions; when food and family became one. It is a wonderful little book, it would probably mean little or nothing to those born before the 1980's, but would trigger happy memories for those born in and earlier and more family-oriented time. But those who are younger, it would be a good example of how life could still be lived, and how fathers could still be wonderful role models. ( )

warm and sentimental. a great read for Father's Day or anytime. ( )

Rated: B+ ( )

This is a sweet little book filled with a man's memories of his Italian-American father. Chapter titles include Papa, the . . . Husband, Educator, Philanthropist, Philosopher, Oenophile, Patriot, Environmentalist, Nurturer, the Last Days, the Legend and the Legacy. Papa Buscaglia was a very ordinary man, yet at the same time extraordinary in his character and a quiet, loving example of manhood to all around him.

I heartily thank the author for writing this beautiful book, and I wish I had known his papa (and momma), too. This would be a great book to give to young men becoming parents, although I loved it myself! ( )