LASTING LOVE How to Avoid Marital Failure

A genial broadcast mini, Begg tones down Old Testament patriarchy (the "woman as helper" view of marriage) and offers a practical and helpful guide to making a marriage work. The words and delivery are balanced and upbeat--a step ahead of the self-righteous ideology you hear from some authors in this genre. Begg invites listeners to get back to relationship basics--in particular, mutual consideration that recognizes everyone's needs and inclinations. This audio lesson views marriage as a series of choices we make every day in big and small matters. A pleasure to hear (Begg's Scottish accent is charming), this friendly, balanced program will help tune up any long-term relationship. T.W. (c) AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine [Published: AUG/SEP 03]