About the AuthorVarious "ways of knowing" have shaped Hal Slavkin's journey to this first novel "Atlanta." From the objective domain of scientific inquiry to the subjective realm of imagination and invention, Slavkin has evolved as a dentist, developmental biologist, a scientist, an educator, and as a scientific and academic administrator. He is intrigued with social inheritance and Samuel Butler's awareness of Darwin and his analysis dring the Victorian Age. His scholarship resulted in many hundreds of peer-reviewed scientific papers and much of his effort has been summarized in his recently published book "Birth of a Discipline: Craniofacial Biology" (2012). In crafting "Atlanta" he has keenly observed the human condition, the genesis of conflicts, rare but possible resolution and suspense through his prism as a man, son, brother, father, husband and friend. With his wife Lois, they live in Marina Del Rey, California, enjoying their King Charles Cavalier Winnie and sailing. how do you want to read Atlanta
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. AtlantaBy BLFI just finished a wonderful "read". I had a tough time with the Prologue as it blatantly brought me back to a very sad time in my life.....my father's last few days in the hospital before he died. I needed several days to recoup from the emotional upheaval, started Chapter 1 two days ago and just finished the book...had a difficult time putting it down. The author's ability to paint the picture is astounding. The character development, scene descriptions, and story line had me hooked. Made me laugh, made me cry, touched my heart. My favorite book is always a book I can learn from. "Atlanta" is definitely that book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A wonderful read!By Harold C SlavkinThis novel is a "must read" for fathers and sons. ATLANTA explores with fascination the intricacies of social engineering between fathers and their sons - - -for better or even for worse. The odyssey of four close elementary school friends through the turbulence of the last half of the 20th century is an adventure very much worth taking with these fabulous characters.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. great book!By Jan R. Schulmanfascinating premise and so well written! i would strong recommend this book and invite readers to experience and enjoy it!!