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I borrowed this book from the local library a few years ago as a rather "punitive" measure reminiscent of the duly enforced summer reading of my catholic school heritage. I was fully prepared to be bored witless! However what a wonderful surprise awaited me. I was totally hooked from the first few pages and have highly recommended this wonderfully researched and well delivered tome to many friends and relatives over the years since. I felt like I was given a window into the lives of so many historical figures that we learned about in school. Not boring when David McCullough puts in in perspective. This was a great read.
I always give this book as a gift to my book loving friends and it has never failed me...EVERYONE LOVES IT. It is not defined by gender, age, race or any "type" of reader. The last time I bought a copy of this book for a gift I re-read it myself.
Hands down absolutely one of the best books I have ever read (as an adult!) Every one I recommend this to is also thrilled and grateful for the title. Coming of age and so much more. READ THIS BOOK or at least put it on your bucket list...you will not be sorry.
Great sequel to the great PILLARS OF THE EARTH by Ken Follett...can be read independently but also fun to catch up with all the original plots and plans. I highly recommend this book.
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Cutting for Stone (Vintage) by Abraham Verghese
saradreilly, January 1, 2012
This is a great read...the kind of book you don't want to end! I just hope they don't ruin in when they make the film...too good to ruin.John Adams by David Mccullough
saradreilly, September 28, 2011
I borrowed this book from the local library a few years ago as a rather "punitive" measure reminiscent of the duly enforced summer reading of my catholic school heritage. I was fully prepared to be bored witless! However what a wonderful surprise awaited me. I was totally hooked from the first few pages and have highly recommended this wonderfully researched and well delivered tome to many friends and relatives over the years since. I felt like I was given a window into the lives of so many historical figures that we learned about in school. Not boring when David McCullough puts in in perspective. This was a great read.The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay
saradreilly, September 27, 2011
I always give this book as a gift to my book loving friends and it has never failed me...EVERYONE LOVES IT. It is not defined by gender, age, race or any "type" of reader. The last time I bought a copy of this book for a gift I re-read it myself.The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay
saradreilly, September 1, 2011
Hands down absolutely one of the best books I have ever read (as an adult!) Every one I recommend this to is also thrilled and grateful for the title. Coming of age and so much more. READ THIS BOOK or at least put it on your bucket list...you will not be sorry.World Without End by Ken Follett
saradreilly, January 1, 2011
Great sequel to the great PILLARS OF THE EARTH by Ken Follett...can be read independently but also fun to catch up with all the original plots and plans. I highly recommend this book.1-5 of 7next