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Road to Character
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David Brooks
Craig Ensz
, May 12, 2015
For those of us who come from well educated families that impart direction and a strong sense of family values, David Brooks has simply stated the obvious. The emotional and societal logic he belabors is just good common sense. He is aiming at liberal thinkers and Democrats whether know acknowledges it or not. The fifth estate is rampant with this outlook and ignores the section of society that knows and understands all he preaches. This is not a good read unless you came from a dysfunctional family or are just plain short on common sense.
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God Help the Child
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Toni Morrison
Craig Ensz
, May 09, 2015
Toni Morrison delves into and gives the reader a very good picture and analysis of how the life of a child can shape the life of the adult, for good or bad. A good read.
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The China Mirage: The Hidden History of American Disaster in Asia
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Bradley, James
Craig Ensz
, May 09, 2015
So you think you know about US relations with China? James Bradley gives a clear view of America's historically imperialistic relationship with China. He uncovers why the current attitudes of the two countries have evolved into their current economic and political condition. Great read.
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Wright Brothers
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David McCullough
Craig Ensz
, May 09, 2015
A great read for air historians, historians in general and those looking for just a good read. As usual, David McCullough's research and telling the story of the Wright Brothers is on target. First person accounts and new materials bring it to life. A very good read.
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Sycamore Row
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John Grisham
Craig Ensz
, April 24, 2015
Once again Grisham takes us into the legal thriller. His characters are so real with Mississippi and masterfully portrayed. As with all his others, I couldn't put it down.
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Watership Down
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Richard Adams
Craig Ensz
, April 24, 2015
If you remember reading Animal Farm, Watership Down will intrigue you and make you think about society.
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Fifth Gospel
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Ian Caldwell
Craig Ensz
, April 24, 2015
If you liked Dan Brown's thrillers you'll love this one too. It's a combination of Catholic fact and fiction that keeps you turning the pages. A very good read.
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Doctor Sleep
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Stephen King
Craig Ensz
, November 21, 2014
A follow up to King's The Shining develops the personality of Dan and put him harms way again. He has harnessed his git for the good but has to deal with and avoid a traveling enemy. Pure Stephen King. I loved it.
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Perfidia
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James Ellroy
Craig Ensz
, November 21, 2014
If you are a fan of James Ellroy this is a must read. It gives you a compilation of characters before his other trilogies. It is set in a period of LA that is fascinating. If Perfidia is your first Ellroy, it will send you to all of his others. If you haven't read his books but saw the movie LA Confidential, you will know just how intricate and historical his works are.
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Split Second
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Catherine Coulter
Craig Ensz
, November 21, 2014
In the genre this is a keeper. Coulter weaves an intricate plot with interesting characters. I couldn't put it down.
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Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health
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Robinson, Jo
Craig Ensz
, September 05, 2014
Have you ever wondered why modern day foods just don't have the nutrition they used too. And what about organics? Jo Robinson has meticulously researched and now explains to an uneducated public just where these food are; how they are better; how to cook, eat and preserve them; and why we lost them. If Americans would read Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health our country would not be the worst obese and unhealthy nation that it is.
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A People's History of the United States: 1492-Present
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Howard Zinn
Craig Ensz
, September 05, 2014
After 35 years as a high school teacher of American History and a historian of the American Civil War, I found Howard Zinn's book provocative, somewhat controversial, innovative in thought and interpretation, and a fresh look at America's history. Some might say he paints a picture based on revisionism, while others might say it is 'truth' of a long disguised America.
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All About Love: New Visions
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bell hooks
Craig Ensz
, September 05, 2014
Love can be both long lasting and a short slap in the face. It all depends on you. Bell Hooks takes a close and intimate look at all of the facets of love with a clean and poignant eye. When death ended my 35 year marriage in 2010 my close friends told me how it was one of those few and special ones based on true love. Bell Hooks reaffirms the devotion and responsibility missing in so many marriages today.
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Toro Bravo: Stories. Recipes. No Bull.
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Crain, Liz and Gorham, John and Reamer, David
Craig Ensz
, January 02, 2014
A great place to eat and now it's in print. Wonderful and just a little bit different recipes.
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Still Life
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Still Life: Chief Inspector Gamache 1
Craig Ensz
, January 02, 2014
Great whodunit in the outdoors. Was it an accident or murder? Good read.
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Fragrance of Grass
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Guy De La Valdene
Craig Ensz
, January 02, 2014
If you love the outdoors and especially hunting, this book is for you. One mans affair with what he loves.
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The Goldfinch
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Donna Tartt
Craig Ensz
, January 02, 2014
Destiny versus the right to choose. Art and the young mind. Intriguing read.
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Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore
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Robin Sloan
Craig Ensz
, January 02, 2014
A unique and different sort of read. Stories of a bookstore that will entertain everyone.
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J J Abrams, Doug Dorst
Craig Ensz
, January 02, 2014
Get ready to expect the unexpected and enjoy it all. Great read for all ages.
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Hyperbole and a Half
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Allie Brosh
Craig Ensz
, January 02, 2014
Excellent read for all ages. Great stories with lots to learn.
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Dantes Inferno
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Dante, Sandow Birk
Craig Ensz
, May 20, 2013
A modern take on a timeless classic. Aerie and captivating at the same time. Our world on the blue print of Dante is chilling and eye opening.
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In the Woods
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Tana French
Craig Ensz
, May 20, 2013
Tana French's first novel will make her very popular. It is a good read and holds you until the very end.
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War Party
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Louis LAmour
Craig Ensz
, May 20, 2013
Louis L'amour has written another timeless western. Adventure in the old West is a genre I really enjoy and L'amour is the master.
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Name of the Rose
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Umberto Eco
Craig Ensz
, May 20, 2013
I read this book for the first time over twenty years ago. The second time was just as entertaining. Great story. I love time period tales.
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Night
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Elie Wiesel
Craig Ensz
, May 20, 2013
A great read but on the terrifying side if you read in bed at night. Well written and engrossing.
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Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book 13
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John M Samson
Craig Ensz
, January 10, 2013
I do crosswords daily. I travel a lot and Book #13 traveled with me throughout 2012. It covers the gamut of easy to hard and is challenging. Keeping the brain engaged keeps those grey cells active and alert. Book #13 fits the bill.
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World Without You a Novel
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Joshua Henkin
Craig Ensz
, July 24, 2012
Loss is never acceptable nor completely understandable. Henkin tries with a story of a family devastated by loss. I read the book to help me understand my loss. There is no answer, just someone elses attempts.
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What It Is Like to Go to War
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Marlantes, Karl
Craig Ensz
, July 24, 2012
Marlantes has expertly taken on the subject of wars, the people who fight them and the psychological and social ramifications of them, now and in the future. His personal stories and confessions bring a personal side to a scholarly work.
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Mao Zedong: A Life
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Jonathan D. Spence
Craig Ensz
, January 16, 2011
Mao as a man and not just the revolutionary leader of Communist China is an interesting study. The lesser known attributes of this famous man who changed the face of not only China but the East as well, are enlightening. Spence has done a good historical job that reads well.
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Survival in Auschwitz: The Nazi Assault on Humanity
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Primo Levi
Craig Ensz
, January 16, 2011
Sometimes there is a subject that can not and should not be over written. Levi's story is unique as is the story of every concentration camp survivor. As a teacher of World History, this entire era is one that needs to be written about and discussed forever. The world cannot forget.
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Debt Free for Life
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David Bach
Craig Ensz
, January 16, 2011
As another how-to-do, or self-help book, I don't see much new that Bach has to offer. If it's your first such book or second, it has good ideas for those without common sense. Toss it on the pile as a late addition to the genre.
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Who Is Mark Twain
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Twain, Mark
Craig Ensz
, January 16, 2011
A wonderfully written and insightful book. Many things about Twain, whether he wanted them published or not, show a side of the great American author. He deals with other authors and comments on subject relevant then and today. A great read.
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No Ordinary Joes The Extraordinary True Story of Four Submariners in War & Love & Life
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Larry Colton
Craig Ensz
, October 09, 2010
My neighbor was a submariner in WW II. His stories are fantastic and a tribute to his generation. The four men whose lives are recounted by Colton are nothing less. The trials and hardships of submarine life as well as those they left behind is a wonderful story. Sons and daughters of WW II veterans should read this book.
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Dreadnought Clockwork Century Book 2
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Cherie Priest
Craig Ensz
, October 06, 2010
Fiction and nonfiction stories from the Civil War are endless. In Dreadnought we get a new and compelling story of adventure, courage and character by Priest. The historical color is captivating. The quest across America on the Dreadnought is rich with mystery and individual honor. A nurse, Texas Ranger, soldiers and outlaws clash in an environment and landscape all too real. A great followup to Boneshaker.
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Mama Is It Summer Yet
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Nikki Mcclure
Craig Ensz
, October 06, 2010
A captivating story of the questions and mysteries of childhood. A picture and storybook full of the wonders and discoveries of a young boy. One day will bring you more joy than you expect. Mama is quaint and thought provoking at the same time. Sit down with your children and pass a day in this book with them.
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Wolf Hall
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Hilary Mantel
Craig Ensz
, October 06, 2010
Wolf Hall is a book rich in historical fact and fiction. The times of Oliver Cromwell and his battle for the rights of Englishmen is interesting and provocative. It is a long but captivating story that takes you back in time to witness a timeless struggle that reverberates into our day. A must read for historians and those who enjoy a good read.
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Master and Commander: Aubrey-Maturin 1
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Patrick OBrian
Craig Ensz
, August 22, 2010
Adventure, history, courage, leadership and plenty of action. An excellent portrayal and account of the British Navy during the Napoleonic Era. The book is better than the movie.
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Roadfood The Coast To Coast Guide to 700 of the Best Barbecue Joints Lobster Shacks Ice Cream Parlors Highway Diners & Mu
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Jane Stern
Craig Ensz
, June 21, 2010
So you think Guy Fiere has visited and reviewed a lot of eateries across the country. Jane and Michael have put together a book that describes a wider range of restaurants and types of food in the cities and off-beat places of the country. If you like road trips to find that spot with great and sometimes different food, Roadfood is a must for you.
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Nobody Move
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Denis Johnson, Dennis Johnson
Craig Ensz
, June 08, 2010
Straight out of the 1940's film noir comes a rich and funny story of gangster, molls, and on-the-run lovers. Low lifes abound as $2.5 million causes mayhem and a chase reminiscent of the suspense yarns of Robert Ludlum. Will Jimmy and Anita out run the mob through the streets of Bakersfield, California? You'll skeep turning the pages to find out. An enjoyable read.
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Black Blade Blues Sarah Beauhall 1
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J A Pitts
Craig Ensz
, June 08, 2010
A powerful read for sci fi enthusiasts. Follow our heroin through her life of ups and more downs to see what personal courage is really like. An intricate story of dwarfs, dragons and a little love along the way. The story will keep you in and the lessons will help you out.
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Short History of Progress
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Ronald Wright
Craig Ensz
, April 22, 2010
Why does man continue to fail to learn from his mistakes, miscalculations and disasters? Ronald Wright takes a historical journey that is thought provoking an informative. He points out many of the horrendous decisions that have kept mankind from reaching its potential while showing us the inevitability of our future if we don't change. A very good and well written account.
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Crossing the Continent 1527-1540: The Story of the First African in American History
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Robert Goodwin
Craig Ensz
, April 22, 2010
For those who are students of American history, readers of adventure and geography, this the book for you. A black man accomplishes three centuries before what Americans believe was the exploration of America's unknown territory. A tale depicting a true story of discovery, America's Indian population and the beautiful lands of our early nation is awe inspiring.
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Already Dead a California Gothic
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Denis Johnson
Craig Ensz
, April 22, 2010
The interwoven plot lines and themes of Already Dead are interesting on bothe literary and societal levels. The chase and outcome are as good as it gets. The bigger comment on the morals and inequities facing society are thought provoking and timely.
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Junkyard Dogs
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Craig Johnson
Craig Ensz
, April 22, 2010
Johnson continues his craft of mystery, intrigue and deception with his faithful cast of characters. A small town is the setting and is just as good for this tale as your average metropolis. The opening junk yard and discovery are unique and what follows will keep you turning the pages till the end. A must for mystery fans.
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Mr Brown Can Moo Can You Dr Seusss Book of Wonderful Noises
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Seuss, Dr Seuss
Craig Ensz
, April 22, 2010
Fans of Dr. Seuss will love this book. Parents will get to bring sounds and pictures to their little children as both entertainment and education. A real go addition to your Dr. Seuss collection.
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The Circus Fire
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Stewart O'Nan
Craig Ensz
, April 16, 2010
The Great Hartford Circus fire was an event that captured the hearts and minds of of a nation in 1944. This book recreates that historical event with human tragedy and heroism. A poorly waterproofed tent lead to the story that exposes the faults of human nature when plunged into situations of life and death. Onan brought me to tears of joy as well s sorrow. A very good read.
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Eye Of The Mountain God
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Penny Rudolph
Craig Ensz
, April 16, 2010
A gripping page-turner from beginning to end. Rudolph's ability to convey love, desperation, renewal and evil with Copenhagen's dark side for a backdrop is engulfing. Jewels of mysterious origin followed by a kidnapping and Green's odd relationship offer many questions for the reader to figure out. You won't put it down until the surprise ending.
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Beatrice & Virgil
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Yann Martel
Craig Ensz
, April 11, 2010
Not a bad read for a reality masked in in a fable like story. Te odd world of the taxidermist and the language of Beatrice and Virgil isn't quite is entertaining but a little shallow in believability. It deals with the holocaust in a new and provocative way. An interesting way to relate one of the horrors of our time.
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How To Be An Illustrator
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Darrel Rees
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
A good self help book for the budding illustrator. Lots of pertinent information on studios, money, portfolios, and much more. All of the 'how do I do that' questions are answered in understandable and usable form. This book is a must for anyone with aspirations to become an illustrator and bring your talent into the professional arena.
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Solar
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Ian McEwan
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
A good and timely story for the state of world affairs today. A tale of a man with confused personal issues with women and affairs, Mcewan weaves a tale that brings mystery, current world problems and statement on society that will make the reader think as well as enjoy the story.
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Winter & Night
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S J Rozan
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
Bill and Lydia team up to solve a family mystery that involves murder and the dark street life of New York. What is Bill's nephew connection to an old murder-suicide? Intense and riveting, Rozan delves into the lives of his detective characters and will keep you on the edge of your chair. A real page turner that you won't want to put down until the surprise ending.
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Whoo Whoo
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David Carter
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
If as a parent, you're looking for a book that will bring discovery to your child and teach at the same time, David Carter will fit the bill. In this second book of his, Carter continues to bring enjoyment with full color illustration, well drawn cut-outs and easy reading for children. Great bedtime fare.
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One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest
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Ken Kesey
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
A classic tale of mental illness, the struggle to survive and the state of mental care fifty years ago. A cast of characters that recreate the setting of hospital life and treatment. Are electric shock and lobotomies cruel and unusual treatment? Can the sane coexist with the insane and possible help them more humanly than doctors? Is abuse a standard of care? These questions and more are asked by Kasey in this classic novel.
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Frankenstein
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Mary Shelley
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
This is the classic story of man experimenting with creation and the possible consequences. Mary Shelley is a master storyteller and brings both Frankenstein and the doctor to life. If all you have seen are the movies, you need to read the original. If you don't have it your library, get it.
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The Equation That Couldn't Be Solved: How Mathematical Genius Discovered the Language of Symmetry
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Mario Livio
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
Follow the trail through the ages to uncover the genesis of one of man kinds oldest puzzles. Mario Livio intertwines mathematical evolution with historical discovery that is both intriguing and convincing. This is not just mathematics and numbers, but a tale of mystery and fundamental analysis leading to the discovery of symmetry.
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Crack In Space
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Philip K Dick
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
Phillip Dick has created parallel worlds and characters that want to control and those that inhabit them. The conflicts are intriguing and unknowingly, timely. Science and power struggles collide with a detective story woven in for suspense. A very good read in the genre.
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Dark Voyage
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Alan Furst
Craig Ensz
, April 07, 2010
Suspense and history, can't get much better than that. Just like the British attempt and successes to break the German enigma codes, this spy novel takes place on a grand scale from Britain to Sweden. The Santa Rosa and her captain are on a path very dark with intrigue.
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Napoleon Against Russia A New History of 1812
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Digby Smith
Craig Ensz
, April 05, 2010
Excellent historical account of Napoleon's 1812 disastrous invasion of Russia. Smith takes new look at the strategy and tactics of the campaign and gives some new insights and opinions that challenge long held deductions. For the historian it is a new and fresh read and a good edition to the genre.
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Matterhorn A Novel of the Vietnam War
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Karl Marlantes
Craig Ensz
, April 05, 2010
For a first tie writer he does a good job both historically and storywise. It is believable and gives realistic acount of the existence of marines in America's worst war. Earlier books on Vietnam have been better, but this is a good read.
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Murder Room
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P D James
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
James has done it again. Who did it? Why close the museum? Who will be next. James' intrepid gumshoe will take you on his most bewildering case yet. Full of twists and turns, false clues and suspects around every corner, it's a great mystery with a surprise ending.
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Sanctuary
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Raymond Khoury
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
Khoury has continued his ability at taking the reader on a quest for the secret of centuries. Twist and turns galore, surprises and an unbelievable ending that will knock your socks off. An entertaining read of the highest caliber.
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Firstborn: Time Odyssey 3
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Arthur C Clarke and Stephen Baxter
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
Longtime fans of Arthur C. Clark as well as first time readers will be carried away by the mystery and suspense of Firstborn. The 'bomb' heading for earth and who sent it will keep you up at night. This is Clark, and Baxter, at their finest. Their earlier thrillers in the genre have built up to the present novel and do not alter Clarks ability to take the reader for a good ride.
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Stranger Beside Me
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Ann Rule
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
It jumps off the pages at you and something tells you this cannot be true, but it is. As an investigative reporter, Rule gets scarily close to Ted Bundy, one of America's worst serial killers. You learn first hand how normal the insane mind can be in our society. It is a masterpiece of reporting and telling a story at the same time. It makes you wonder who might be out there.
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Need 02 Captivate
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Carrie Jones
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
If you're looking for young adult Si Fi this is will fit the bill. Lots of action and a little love story along the way. Kings clash for power and Zara and her beau rise to the challenge. Not too many twists and turns, but a good read for the teen crowd.
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Good Eats The Early Years
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Alton Brown
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
if you like Alton Brown and his style of cooking, this a good read. However, if you're looking for his sarcastically funny chatter and chemical analyses, just watch the show. The 80 or so show covered really only relate the narrative of his TV shows. The recipes are good but the entertainment factor falls short.
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Deception Point
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Dan Brown
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
If you like a good thriller, this is a book for you. It's pace is fast and it's characters on a trail of intrigue will many surprises. Covers the globe like a good Dan Brown novel. It could keep you up nights until you can put it down.
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Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?
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Dr. Seuss
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
If you grew up with Dr. Seuss you will love this edition. All of the sounds of his characters come to life from A to Z. Everyone is written in large print for children to see, read and imitate. It is fun and instructive and great for a child to learn the alphabet. A really good book for adults and their children.
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Prussian Artillery in the Campaign of 1866
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S. Gore-Brown
Craig Ensz
, March 29, 2010
This tome is a detailed account of the Prussian artillery used against the Austrians and Saxons in 1866. It gives a valued description of the artillery itself and then goes battle by battle covering the tactics of its use in Prussian wars of the period. It is detailed enough for the historians of the arms and tactics used and a good study of military Prussian affairs.
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Stonewall Jackson's Valley Campaign
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William Allan
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
William Allen does a masterful job in following Stonewall Jackson through the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. He covers the attributes of Jackson as well as the battles that made him famous. A good resource for Civil War libraries.
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Landscape Turned Red The Battle of Antietam
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Stephen W Sears
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
If you want to know why Antietam was the bloodiest battle of the Civil War, this the the resource you must have. Sears gives the reader both the strategic and well as the tactical issues undertaken by both armies. The cornfield, bloody lane, East and West fields are all covered in detail. A must for any civil war historian.
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Under Custers Command The Civil War Jour
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James Henry Avery
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
Following his cavalry duty in the Civil War, Custer goes out West to fight the Indians as the U. S. expands. Great factual account that also discusses the interpretations of American Indian policy and its application.
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To the Gates of Richmond The Peninsula Campaign
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Stephen W Sears
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
Sears puts you in the trenches on both sides as The Union Army moves up the peninsula and confronts the South during the 7 Days battles. Great on strategy, tactics and the equipment of Civil War armies.
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The American Civil War and the Origins of Modern Warfare: Ideas, Organization, and Field Command
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Edward Hagerman
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
A good primer for the understanding of modern warfare as it evolved in and from the American Civil War. Along with the many volumes of On War, it gives the reader facts and comparisons to understand the 'why' and 'how' of military advances.
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1848 Year of Revolution
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Mike Rapport
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
As a study of Europe and the turbulent years of 1847 - 1849 this a a great source. The names, dates, social, political and economic conditions that led to the revolutions are covered in great detail. As a resource for the evolution into the American Civil War, it lays important ground work.
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Gettysburg Campaign A Study in Command
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Edwin B Coddington
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
A real historical treasure. Facts and researched opinions are right on target. Delves into issues long taken for granted with new perspectives.
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Faces of the Confederacy: An Album of Southern Soldiers and Their Stories
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Ronald S. Coddington
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
A masterpiece found in the archives of the civil war. The individual first person narratives go to the heart of the soldier on the battlefield. A great addition to the resource library of all civil war historians.
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Gettysburg A Testing of Courage
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Noah Andre Trudeau
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
The best yet on the command and control issues faced by both Lee and Meade at Gettysburg. Trudeau is a master with first person sources. He puts the facts and personal accounts in a readable style that conveys both the facts and debatable issues from the Battle of Gettysburg. A must read for all Civil War historians.
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Happybaby: The Organic Guide to Baby's First 24 Months
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Robert W. Sears
Craig Ensz
, March 28, 2010
Great info. If you are concerned about your babies health and diet this is a must read. Very topical and an easy read.
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With Musket Cannon & Sword Battle Tactic
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Brent Nosworthy
Craig Ensz
, January 05, 2010
This is the third in a trilogy by Mr. Nosworthy. It is of the same quality and content as his other two. He covers the subject with detail and readability. I would recommend this book and the author to anyone interested in the development of 18th and 19 century military history and especially for those interested in the foundations of the military tactics and strategy of the American Civil War.
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The Warrior Generals: Combat Leadership in the Civil War
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Thomas Buell
Craig Ensz
, January 03, 2007
No improvement from my first review (2006). Factual inaccuracies inconsistent with OR. Very disappointing.
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The Warrior Generals: Combat Leadership in the Civil War
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Thomas Buell
Craig Ensz
, July 26, 2006
I'm half way thru, and will put full review when finished. For now, it's good on the scholarship concerning main characters. Buell's opinions may seem controversial to some. The book is not as well researched on supporting data concerning battles and commanders as regards opinions in those areas. The bibliography for so well-known a historian is a bit weak, which may be a reason for so many unsupported areas around his six main characters in the book. Otherwise, a good read for Civil War buffs and enthusiasts. Historians, keep an open mind. Buell, stick to the navy.
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