Brooklynese Proverbs & Cartoons

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In this, his long-awaited collection of worldly wisdom, Dr. Larry Harte dispenses the type of good-natured advice that makes Brooklyn-ese Proverbs and Cartoons a worthy successor to Poor Richard's Almanack.
Culled from a lifetime spent in Brooklyn the heart of American culture Dr. Harte's aphorisms and pungent proverbs sparkle with wit and warmth, yet his counsel is never heavy handed or "preachy."
Both inspiration and aspirational, this collection serves to articulate the hopes and dreams of the common man, all served with a delicious Brooklyn-ese flavor.
So sit back and let the "Flatbush Philosopher" guide you through life's winding road with grace, panache, and practical wisdom.
Dr. Harte's other publications include "Oh, My Aching Head" and "Listen Up! Musings & Cartoons."

Author Bio

Dr. Lawrence S. Harte is a Brooklyn-bred orthodontist who has served in public health and leadership positions in Washington, D.C. and elsewhere. He has published in The New York Times and has lectured nationally and internationally.
Dr. Harte's hobbies include world traveling, sailing, magic, sculpture, playing bridge, painting, and writing poetry.
In his book, Brooklynese Proverbs, Dr. Harte presents amusing and thought-provoking cartoons about life that nudge readers of all ages toward ethical and joyful behavior. He provides essential recipes for the basic principles of leadership, success, enjoyment, pursuit of excellence, and self-discipline. An accomplished cartoonist and character designer who works easily in both digital and traditional media, Dave McCoy offers versatility ranging from comic-book style to realistic. His illustrations can help you satisfy your artistic needs - from storyboards, to ad campaigns for today's hot topics, to packaging. Dave also brings spot-on kid spirit to his illustrations for toys and children's books. Dave creates characters that stand out from the crowd for both commercial and literary projects. Find him at www.davetoons.com