The movie The Founder; starring Michael Keaton; focused the spotlight on Ray Kroc; the man who amassed a fortune as the chairman of McDonald’s. But what about his wife Joan; the woman who became famous for giving away his fortune? Lisa Napoli tells the fascinating story behind the historic couple.Ray Joan is a quintessentially American tale of corporate intrigue and private passion: a struggling Mad Men–era salesman with a vision for a fast-food franchise that would become one of the world’s most enduring brands; and a beautiful woman willing to risk her marriage and her reputation to promote controversial causes that touched her deeply.Ray Kroc was peddling franchises around the country for a fledgling hamburger stand in the 1950s—McDonald’s; it was called—when he entered a St. Paul supper club and encountered a beautiful young piano player who would change his life forever. The attraction between Ray and Joan was instantaneous and instantly problematic. Yet even the fact that both were married to other people couldn’t derail their roller coaster of a romance.To the outside world; Ray and Joan were happy; enormously rich; and giving. But privately; Joan was growing troubled over Ray’s temper and dark secret; something she was reluctant to publicly reveal. Those close to them compared their relationship to that of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. And yet; this volatility paved the way for Joan’s transformation into one of the greatest philanthropists of our time. A force in the peace movement; she produced activist films; books; and music and ultimately gave away billions of dollars; including landmark gifts to the Salvation Army and NPR.Together; the two stories form a compelling portrait of the twentieth century: a story of big business; big love; and big giving.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Helpful; easy to read; answers many questions---recommended!By MaymieI love this book. My husband and I have been in the Anglican Church for 2 1/2 years now and I bought this book when we first started attending. I've read it several times and still refer back to it from time to time. Great; simple explanations of their beliefs and traditions and how they ended up where they are today---having parted ways with the ECUSA. Highly recommended for "beginner Anglicans".4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Excellent Introduction to AnglicanismBy Michael FlowersHats off to Fr. McKenzie for providing a timely; practical; highly readable and thorough introduction to the Anglican Way. As an Anglican priest; I will recommend this work to my church family as well as new folks inquiring about Anglican worship; history and theology. To date; this is the most current introduction on the Anglican communion and the Anglican options emerging within North America. I love the fact that it's written by a practitioner; one who's hammered out the many questions raised by those coming into the Anglican Church from other traditions.I am also happy about Fr. Thomas' choice to present theologically divergent and potentially divisive issues and practices in a generous and balanced tension. This alone makes the book a great tool for priests who hold vastly different positions. Thanks Fr. McKenzie for giving us all a great resource!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great primer for those curious about AnglicanismBy RoamingChileThis was assigned to me by my pastor as I get more serious about committing to the Anglican tradition of Christian worship. I recommend it for those who are curious about what Anglicans believe and why they do what they do. It's an easy read meant as an introduction.
