The Quest for Quality Caring by Kenneth C. Haugk. Epiphany Library section 8 E: Human Relationships. This unusual little book shows how to improve your ability to relate to others by using the character of a koala bear on a trip around the world. In 2-3 page chapters, the koala experiences life situations that teach him lessons about dealing with others. He has a laptop (named Sophie) that he takes along and uses to talk to and access information.
To me this is an odd way to teach readers how to relate to others, but it kind of works on a fantasy level, almost like some readers think that Winnie-the-Pooh stories teach a philosophy of living. It reminds me of story books from childhood with anthropomorphic animal characters like Babar who can talk and think like humans. Maybe that was the author’s inspiration.
If you don’t want a heavy dose of boring psychology, this book is a very simple way of looking at human relationships and might help you to become more compassionate, empathetic, patient, dependable, accepting and unpretentious. Good for middle or high school, or for adults who prefer something very light in style. ( )