Dobson 2-in-1: Love Must Be Tough/straight Talk [Hardcover]

James C. Dobson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 9, 1996

This new two-in-one volume contains the classic James Dobson bestsellers Love Must Be Tough and Straight Talk-each loaded with practical, straightforward advice for relationship building. In Love Must Be Tough, Dr. Dobson attacks the root problem of most marital crises-a lack of respect-offering practical help for rekindling mutual respect and mature love. Straight Talk stakes a clear path through the confusion of men's roles, teaching men how to build stable, loving and satisfying relationships with their wives and children. Thousands of lives have been dramatically changed though the principles presented in these essential books which are now together for the first time ever.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 512 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (November 9, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849916410
• ISBN-13: 978-0849916410
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.7 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #67,284 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #60 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Relationships > Conflict Management

More About the Author

James C. Dobson, Ph.D., is founder and chairman emeritus of Focus on the Family, a nonprofit organization that produced his internationally syndicated radio programs, heard by more than 200 million people every day. A licensed psychologist and marriage, family, and child counselor, he earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California in the field of child development. The author of more than 30 books, including his most recent bestseller, Bringing Up Boys, he has been heavily involved in governmental activities related to the family. Dr. Dobson is married to Shirley and they reside in Colorado.

Customer Reviews

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53 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It hurt to read it, but I knew it was true..., January 11, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Dobson 2-in-1: Love Must Be Tough/straight Talk (Hardcover)

This book stopped me from ripping myself to shreds and replaying my marriage, day by day and hour by hour in my head as I tried to figure out what I could have done to keep my husband from being unfaithful. It described all the characteristics that were playing out in front of my eyes. It explained the human aspect of how I responded to him and why he responded to me in a completely different way. It forced me to recognize where my strength lies and it's in that recognition that I found comfort and peace. I am the biggest sceptic and I analyze everything to the nth degree; this book put me in my place.

41 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Awesome Reference for Anyone Contemplating Divorce, June 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Dobson 2-in-1: Love Must Be Tough/straight Talk (Hardcover)

I would recommend this book to anyone who is suffering from the pains of infidelity/divorce in their marriage. It was partciularly helpful to me as I was separated from my spouse and wanting to make reason out of "chaos". Dr. Dobson "calls it like it is". His "Love Must Be Tough" process is the best advice I received from anyone including professional marriage counselors. I found myself so entrenched with this book that I could not put it down. Dr. Dobson's advice is scripturally based yet relevant to today. His advice is "REAL"! I found that it "hurt to read this book", but the result of my experience was truly liberating! I want to personally commend Dr. Dobson for his fine work! PRAISE THE LORD!

29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MUST READ!, November 16, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Dobson 2-in-1: Love Must Be Tough/straight Talk (Hardcover)

This book really opened my eyes to patterns in my own life and mistakes I've made in relationships. It is an excellent book for married as well as single people contemplating marriage. Dr. Dobson has incredible insight into human nature!