The Litigators - Softcover
A waste site near Ruthie Bergstrom's house was recently treated with a new process using genetically engineered microbes, and suddenly Ruthie develops a mysterious neurological illness. By chance, she meets a passionate young lawyer at a neighborhood church supper. He feels obligated to find justice for his new struggling client and in the process takes on the largest law firm in Minnesota. How far will Dillon Love go for his client if the end result of his lawsuit is to destroy the brilliant university professor who has dedicated his entire life to improving the environment? How far will Henry Holten go to defeat the graceful woman whose family and financial future is dependent upon the success of her court case?
The Litigators is a riveting page-turner, which asks if there can be any justice for either party without infliction of a great injustice on the other. This winner-takes-all legal battle brings together three tenacious lawyers and their highly worthy clients in a way that forever changes all of their lives.
The Litigators is a riveting page-turner, which asks if there can be any justice for either party without infliction of a great injustice on the other. This winner-takes-all legal battle brings together three tenacious lawyers and their highly worthy clients in a way that forever changes all of their lives.
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About the Author:
Lindsay G. Arthur, Jr. is a well-known lawyer who has tried over 150 cases during his 35-year career. His clients have sent him throughout the United States to represent them in a wide variety of matters, particularly products liability lawsuits. He is also an entrepreneur. In 1974 he founded his current law firm, Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak, and Pikala, a highly regarded litigation firm in Minneapolis. In 1985 he founded a bio tech company that used genetic engineering to develop microorganisms the company used to degrade toxic waste. Arthur has lectured and published extensively on a variety of legal topics. While The Litigators is his first novel, he has fully lived the plot it unravels, a challenging products liability case involving genetically engineered organisms. The Litigators is prompted by his love for the law, whose greatest virtue is, paradoxically, its willing-ness to tolerate strident criticism. In that spirit Arthur speaks here, as an entrenched insider, with a bold critique of a judicial system that displays a myopic lack of human understandings by lawyers who are naively focused on victory at all costs rather than addressing the real human problems of their clients. Arthur is also a keen sportsman and lover of the outdoors. He plays a mean game of tennis and likes to spend as much time as possible paddling through Minnesota's beautiful Boundary Waters Canoe Area. He is married with two sons and resides in the Minneapolis area.
Review:
2013-2014 Lamplighter List Nominee, Triple Crown Awards
"Noyce’s imaginative, playful use of words and numbers keeps readers engaged throughout the story ... The charming story, along with the focus questions and extension activities at the end of the book, make this an entertaining selection for student-led reading discussions at the upper elementary and intermediate level." ― Teaching Children Mathematics, September 2012, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (reviewed by Jennifer Geoffroy, D.C. Public Schools, Washington, D.C.)
PSLA YA Fiction Top 40 (or so) 2011 selection
"Filled with sensational vocabulary and literary elements and marvelous mathematics, the humorous wordplay provides a background to the warning of potential danger when a small group of governing individuals makes decisions to shape an entire culture under the pretense of establishing harmony and cooperation." ― Christine Massey, JW Parker Middle School Librarian, PSLA reviewer
Honorable mention in Children's Literature for the New England Book Festival's Holiday Feature
Award-winning Finalist in the Children's Fiction and Children's Educational categories of The USA "Best Books 2011" Awards
Mom's Choice Awards® Winner
Winner of the 2011 IBPA Ben Franklin Award for Interior Design 1-2 Color
Parents' Choice Recommended Award Winner
Independent Publisher Book Award Silver Medal
ForeWord's 2010 Book of the Year Award Honorable Mention - Juvenile Fiction & Finalist - Young Adult Fiction
Award-winning Finalist for Children's Fiction in the 2011 International Book Awards
Indie Next Kid's List Pick Winter 2011
Under the guise of an adventure novel, Lost in Lexicon expertly incorporates educational elements into the storyline to deliver a true learning experience. Just as The Phantom Tollbooth...did years ago, this book pushes readers to see the familiar from a new perspective and to open their minds to fresh ideas. ― Sweet on Books
"Cousins Ivan and Daphne are spending the summer with their Aunt Adelaide, a former children’s librarian who plies them with books and puzzles and frowns on television and video games. When these 13-year-old couch potatoes finally succumb to boredom, she locks them out of the house with an anagram to solve. This mystery leads them through the barn window into a world called Lexicon, ruled by an algebraic polarity and beset by strange grammatical problems all relating to mysterious pixel shows in the night sky. But the worst problem facing Lexicon is the disappearance of all the children, lured away to the city of Origin by these same lights, and the teens are charged with tracking them down. Their climactic encounters in Origin–where they discover that the children are being educated for the betterment of society with the most advanced technological methods–challenge them to “Look. Think. Ask.” An engaging and original narrative is the main strength of this series opener. Math and grammar concepts are nicely integrated. Noyce keeps up the pace by limiting descriptive passages but offers little character introduction. Ivan and Daphne do grow over the course of their quest, finding strength in their ability to tackle subjects that once overwhelmed them and working as a team to solve each mathematical and linguistic puzzle. Well-imagined illustrations help bring the pair to life. A none-too-subtle critique of popular culture and a narrative riddled with challenging concepts will deter some readers, but Lexicon will have its following among advanced students. Persistent readers will be rewarded with a good adventure, affecting lyrical passages, and thought-provoking questions relevant to our own society." ― School Library Journal, Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, MI
"Ivan and Daphne never expected a grammar lesson to be quite so...animated. Lost in Lexicon: An Adventure in Words and Numbers follows the two cousins as they come to the town of Lexicon, a land where language and mathematics take on a very different life. The cousins much use their own smarts and wisdom to find the answer to the problems and bring the children of Lexicon back home. Blending education and entertainment, Lost in Lexicon is a fun read that is very much recommended." ― Midwest Book Review
“Lost in Lexicon is a smart romp of a book...A challenging read and an entertaining adventure rolled into an extremely handsome package with excellent illustrations.” ― Mary Logue, co-author of the Bloodwater mystery series
"The setup to many a great story...A strange and beautiful world of grammatical and mathematical troubles...a good vacation is priceless." – Teresa DiFalco, 2011 Parents' Choice
"...This is an adventure story for the digital generation, and Lost in Lexicon breaks new ground in the adventure genre. This rollicking, often tongue-in-cheek novel will appeal to young readers who need a break from their computer games and long to journey into the woods of learning." ― ForeWord Reviews
"Lost in Lexicon...will make even the most complacent kid temporarily forget the distractions of screen and phone in favor of investigating, calculating, solving, and discovering – and adults who read it will be carried along too, by a story that’s plain-spoken and involving." – Open Letters Monthly
"The subtitle of Lost in Lexicon, An Adventure in Words and Numbers, only hints at the magic inside this engrossing story. Lost in Lexicon is not only a highly entertaining story, it is a fascinating construction of that story intermixed with easy to understand scenarios that show the equal importance words and numbers play in our lives...Charmingly illustrated, complete with a map and cast of characters, by Joan Charles, Lost in Lexicon may vaguely remind you of other titles – perhaps The Phantom Tollbooth. But don’t stop there. This really is a much better ride. It’s a paean to imagination, learning and thinking for oneself – it’s advocating all those things that make life truly enjoyable. Lost in Lexicon can show a child many things, in the context of a compelling story built of truly interesting characters on a wild adventure." ― Linda White, Minneapolis Books Examiner
"While the anti-television-and-video-game message is hardly subtle, Noyce's tale abounds in clever word-and-number play at its best reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland and The Phantom Tollbooth. Lavish illustrations by Charles enhance the pleasing presentation of Lexicon and its droll and disturbing inhabitants." ― Claudia Mills, Ph.D., author of Being Teddy Roosevelt and 40 other childrens books
"'Well, now that we’re 13, our entertainment needs are more sophisticated.' Aunt Adelaide crossed her arms. 'I must say I find that tragic.'
And thus begins Pendred Noyce’s Lost in Lexicon. Thirteen year-old cousins Ivan and Daphne travel through a barn window to another world and begin an adventure―an adventure patterned on the formulaic fantasy that is found in dozens of other children’s novels. Although the template is well-worn, the unabashed inclusion of literary terms (iambic tetrameter, anyone?) and math (complete with diagrams) is distinctive. Many young readers will prefer their fiction straight-up and undiluted, but then, Noyce’s entire premise is to challenge that thinking head-on. Noyce attempts to not only introduce active engagement of math and language concepts, but to editorialize on the mindless visual and video entertainment that consumes many children. This results in some gear-shifting at the book’s half-way point, resulting in less language and math puzzles and more emphasis on the societal commentary. One of the most effective elements Noyce introduces is a gentle lama-like creature, a thesaurus, which subtly expands the vocabulary of the characters. Lost in Lexicon receives high marks for bold, unapologetic, undisguised inclusion of math and language in a fantasy narrative, which is truly unique and fills a niche for educators." ― Compass Book Ratings (formerly Squeaky Clean Reads)
"Imaginative & clever, with a gripping story line, Lost in Lexicon reminds us of the beauty of numbers and language. Playing at multiple levels (even providing a sly critique of modern education theories), the book will engage adults and children alike. Ironically, it has the feel of a fantasy game even as it warns of the seductive danger of pixels. In the end, Ivan and Daphne urge us not to pass through life mindlessly, but to Look, Think, and Ask―an important reminder for us all." ― Dennis Bartels, Executive Director, The Exploratorium, San Francisco
"Parents will find Lost in Lexicon rich in coversation-starters. Children will be entranced. Fast-paced, funny, and full of adventure, this witty, thought-provoking book is an ideal selection for a family reading experience." ― Robin Schader, Parent Resource Advisor, National Association for Gifted Children
“In Lexicon, everything from friendship to finding lost children demands mathematical and metaphorical thinking. Readers of Daphne’s and Ivan’s adventures are sure to increase their love for playing with words, questioning, and solving puzzles. Lost in Lexicon is ideal for reading aloud with kids.” – Jan Mokros, Executive Director, Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance
“My daughter gave it an A+. Lost in Lexicon is like City of Ember crossed with The Mysterious Benedict Society.” ― Jenny Seeman, Meadowbrook (Massachusetts) School Library Committee
“This is an absolutely fantastic book, a necessary read for both children and adults! Whether you have trouble with either language or math, the writing is clear and makes the presentations simple for anyone to follow. No matter if you like words or numbers better, this book is highly recommended and will leave you with better understanding of concepts and of yourself!” ― Tiffany Stone, Schuler Books & Music, Okemos, MI
"Imaginative and clever, with a gripping story line, Lost in Lexicon reminds us of the beauty of numbers and language." ― Dennis Bartels, Executive Director, San Francisco's Exploratorium
"Noyce’s imaginative, playful use of words and numbers keeps readers engaged throughout the story ... The charming story, along with the focus questions and extension activities at the end of the book, make this an entertaining selection for student-led reading discussions at the upper elementary and intermediate level." ― Teaching Children Mathematics, September 2012, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (reviewed by Jennifer Geoffroy, D.C. Public Schools, Washington, D.C.)
PSLA YA Fiction Top 40 (or so) 2011 selection
"Filled with sensational vocabulary and literary elements and marvelous mathematics, the humorous wordplay provides a background to the warning of potential danger when a small group of governing individuals makes decisions to shape an entire culture under the pretense of establishing harmony and cooperation." ― Christine Massey, JW Parker Middle School Librarian, PSLA reviewer
Honorable mention in Children's Literature for the New England Book Festival's Holiday Feature
Award-winning Finalist in the Children's Fiction and Children's Educational categories of The USA "Best Books 2011" Awards
Mom's Choice Awards® Winner
Winner of the 2011 IBPA Ben Franklin Award for Interior Design 1-2 Color
Parents' Choice Recommended Award Winner
Independent Publisher Book Award Silver Medal
ForeWord's 2010 Book of the Year Award Honorable Mention - Juvenile Fiction & Finalist - Young Adult Fiction
Award-winning Finalist for Children's Fiction in the 2011 International Book Awards
Indie Next Kid's List Pick Winter 2011
Under the guise of an adventure novel, Lost in Lexicon expertly incorporates educational elements into the storyline to deliver a true learning experience. Just as The Phantom Tollbooth...did years ago, this book pushes readers to see the familiar from a new perspective and to open their minds to fresh ideas. ― Sweet on Books
"Cousins Ivan and Daphne are spending the summer with their Aunt Adelaide, a former children’s librarian who plies them with books and puzzles and frowns on television and video games. When these 13-year-old couch potatoes finally succumb to boredom, she locks them out of the house with an anagram to solve. This mystery leads them through the barn window into a world called Lexicon, ruled by an algebraic polarity and beset by strange grammatical problems all relating to mysterious pixel shows in the night sky. But the worst problem facing Lexicon is the disappearance of all the children, lured away to the city of Origin by these same lights, and the teens are charged with tracking them down. Their climactic encounters in Origin–where they discover that the children are being educated for the betterment of society with the most advanced technological methods–challenge them to “Look. Think. Ask.” An engaging and original narrative is the main strength of this series opener. Math and grammar concepts are nicely integrated. Noyce keeps up the pace by limiting descriptive passages but offers little character introduction. Ivan and Daphne do grow over the course of their quest, finding strength in their ability to tackle subjects that once overwhelmed them and working as a team to solve each mathematical and linguistic puzzle. Well-imagined illustrations help bring the pair to life. A none-too-subtle critique of popular culture and a narrative riddled with challenging concepts will deter some readers, but Lexicon will have its following among advanced students. Persistent readers will be rewarded with a good adventure, affecting lyrical passages, and thought-provoking questions relevant to our own society." ― School Library Journal, Jayne Damron, Farmington Community Library, MI
"Ivan and Daphne never expected a grammar lesson to be quite so...animated. Lost in Lexicon: An Adventure in Words and Numbers follows the two cousins as they come to the town of Lexicon, a land where language and mathematics take on a very different life. The cousins much use their own smarts and wisdom to find the answer to the problems and bring the children of Lexicon back home. Blending education and entertainment, Lost in Lexicon is a fun read that is very much recommended." ― Midwest Book Review
“Lost in Lexicon is a smart romp of a book...A challenging read and an entertaining adventure rolled into an extremely handsome package with excellent illustrations.” ― Mary Logue, co-author of the Bloodwater mystery series
"The setup to many a great story...A strange and beautiful world of grammatical and mathematical troubles...a good vacation is priceless." – Teresa DiFalco, 2011 Parents' Choice
"...This is an adventure story for the digital generation, and Lost in Lexicon breaks new ground in the adventure genre. This rollicking, often tongue-in-cheek novel will appeal to young readers who need a break from their computer games and long to journey into the woods of learning." ― ForeWord Reviews
"Lost in Lexicon...will make even the most complacent kid temporarily forget the distractions of screen and phone in favor of investigating, calculating, solving, and discovering – and adults who read it will be carried along too, by a story that’s plain-spoken and involving." – Open Letters Monthly
"The subtitle of Lost in Lexicon, An Adventure in Words and Numbers, only hints at the magic inside this engrossing story. Lost in Lexicon is not only a highly entertaining story, it is a fascinating construction of that story intermixed with easy to understand scenarios that show the equal importance words and numbers play in our lives...Charmingly illustrated, complete with a map and cast of characters, by Joan Charles, Lost in Lexicon may vaguely remind you of other titles – perhaps The Phantom Tollbooth. But don’t stop there. This really is a much better ride. It’s a paean to imagination, learning and thinking for oneself – it’s advocating all those things that make life truly enjoyable. Lost in Lexicon can show a child many things, in the context of a compelling story built of truly interesting characters on a wild adventure." ― Linda White, Minneapolis Books Examiner
"While the anti-television-and-video-game message is hardly subtle, Noyce's tale abounds in clever word-and-number play at its best reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland and The Phantom Tollbooth. Lavish illustrations by Charles enhance the pleasing presentation of Lexicon and its droll and disturbing inhabitants." ― Claudia Mills, Ph.D., author of Being Teddy Roosevelt and 40 other childrens books
"'Well, now that we’re 13, our entertainment needs are more sophisticated.' Aunt Adelaide crossed her arms. 'I must say I find that tragic.'
And thus begins Pendred Noyce’s Lost in Lexicon. Thirteen year-old cousins Ivan and Daphne travel through a barn window to another world and begin an adventure―an adventure patterned on the formulaic fantasy that is found in dozens of other children’s novels. Although the template is well-worn, the unabashed inclusion of literary terms (iambic tetrameter, anyone?) and math (complete with diagrams) is distinctive. Many young readers will prefer their fiction straight-up and undiluted, but then, Noyce’s entire premise is to challenge that thinking head-on. Noyce attempts to not only introduce active engagement of math and language concepts, but to editorialize on the mindless visual and video entertainment that consumes many children. This results in some gear-shifting at the book’s half-way point, resulting in less language and math puzzles and more emphasis on the societal commentary. One of the most effective elements Noyce introduces is a gentle lama-like creature, a thesaurus, which subtly expands the vocabulary of the characters. Lost in Lexicon receives high marks for bold, unapologetic, undisguised inclusion of math and language in a fantasy narrative, which is truly unique and fills a niche for educators." ― Compass Book Ratings (formerly Squeaky Clean Reads)
"Imaginative & clever, with a gripping story line, Lost in Lexicon reminds us of the beauty of numbers and language. Playing at multiple levels (even providing a sly critique of modern education theories), the book will engage adults and children alike. Ironically, it has the feel of a fantasy game even as it warns of the seductive danger of pixels. In the end, Ivan and Daphne urge us not to pass through life mindlessly, but to Look, Think, and Ask―an important reminder for us all." ― Dennis Bartels, Executive Director, The Exploratorium, San Francisco
"Parents will find Lost in Lexicon rich in coversation-starters. Children will be entranced. Fast-paced, funny, and full of adventure, this witty, thought-provoking book is an ideal selection for a family reading experience." ― Robin Schader, Parent Resource Advisor, National Association for Gifted Children
“In Lexicon, everything from friendship to finding lost children demands mathematical and metaphorical thinking. Readers of Daphne’s and Ivan’s adventures are sure to increase their love for playing with words, questioning, and solving puzzles. Lost in Lexicon is ideal for reading aloud with kids.” – Jan Mokros, Executive Director, Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance
“My daughter gave it an A+. Lost in Lexicon is like City of Ember crossed with The Mysterious Benedict Society.” ― Jenny Seeman, Meadowbrook (Massachusetts) School Library Committee
“This is an absolutely fantastic book, a necessary read for both children and adults! Whether you have trouble with either language or math, the writing is clear and makes the presentations simple for anyone to follow. No matter if you like words or numbers better, this book is highly recommended and will leave you with better understanding of concepts and of yourself!” ― Tiffany Stone, Schuler Books & Music, Okemos, MI
"Imaginative and clever, with a gripping story line, Lost in Lexicon reminds us of the beauty of numbers and language." ― Dennis Bartels, Executive Director, San Francisco's Exploratorium
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