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Compelling, Honest and Brutal Truth

Revisado: 11-15-23

I could hardly stop listening....spent 1/2 of one night with my earbuds in as my head was on the pillow. His life story is compelling, reflective and, despite John and his brother's brutal childhood experiences, a resolution of not only, survival, but of love, acceptance and redemption.

I am a 75 year old, white woman who well recalls watching the turbulence of the 1960's on TV in our home in Michigan and announcing to my parents at age 15, that IF I was 18, I would join the March for Freedom in the South. They were visibly shocked and exchanged looks and spoke words of concern for my safety...and "not to become involved with that struggle". Sixty years later, I still maintain my position...that we all must unite in the struggle.

Thank you...John Blake...for revealing your truth and life experiences. I only can wish that all Americans could listen to your story and your conclusions at the end--maybe more minds and hearts could be changed as mine was when I was 15 and watched that struggle for human rights on TV in the safety of my living room.

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Sad—-

Revisado: 09-19-23

Why mess with Jane’s perfection of words and nuances? The voices were good——but this loses the magic of Jane Austen.

Give it a different title but don’t name it Emma when it’s a messed up adaptation. Jane would be rolling over in her grave.

PS —if writers decide to “dramatize “ Hamlet—then don’t mess with Shakespeare’s wording —call it “Hamlet—abridged version for the masses of people who don’t read”. Sorry that I listened to the whole thing—disappointing!

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Powerful

Revisado: 07-12-23

I suspect that we all have some aspect of childhood that we would like to heal. Who can claim a perfect childhood? Maybe some can but I don’t know them.

This is a beautiful homage to the ability to learn to accept the wounds of childhood and realize that we can all have “The Peace that Passeth All Understanding”. Thank you to the authors who have devoted their lives to understanding there are powerful ways to heal from the past.

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She’s done it again.

Revisado: 11-24-22

The second 1/2 is absolutely awesome! Keep listening—it’s total inspiration and speaks from her heart!

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Amazing Life...Amazing Focus on human rights!

Revisado: 04-20-22

Inspirational and enlightening--Belafonte's passion about human rights ranks up there with the great examples of history. He didn't have to devote his life to humanism. He had his share of enjoying his fame and riches...and he is frank about his human frailties. But, he believed in human rights and used his platform to stand up for them.

The entire story is engaging and, for me, will require a second listen and possibly more. I also, jumped into YouTube videos of him; not just his performances, but his interviews about his beliefs. Bless him for his activism!

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A Classic of humanity

Revisado: 06-25-21

Steinbeck’s masterpiece—nature vs man; man vs man and the power of women holding their men together. Powerful!

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One of my favorites about Lincoln.

Revisado: 02-07-20

I find Lincoln fascinating and have read many books about him. Goodwin's book is absorbing and brings a deeper understanding on how Lincoln carefully (and sometimes slowly) made decisions as President and then stuck by those decision. A truly strong man who surrounded himself with strong people with varied opinions. Wonderful narration, also.

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Wonderful-fascinating study of Austen's insight.

Revisado: 02-07-20

Wendy Jones presents a complex and unique viewpoint of Jane Austen's work which includes in depth science about the Austen's ability to understand and convey human behavior. I've listened to this book 3 times and will easily go for a 4th time since I absorb something new with each listening.

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Alcott's Memoir is raw & honest.

Revisado: 02-07-20

As an avid reader of Civil War histories, I found that this short, sometimes humorous, always honest and frank retrospective an important addition to my understanding of that era.. Her devotion to the care of these soldiers' bodies and spirits is inspirational.

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Absorbing and great for the non-scientific person.

Revisado: 02-07-20

I have a degree in English literature, and am fascinated by science but can get lost in it fairly quickly. Mr. Bryson brings the workings of MY body to a level that I can visualize and understand. He lightens it with his humor that makes it totally absorbing. Enjoy---IT'S the body YOU live in every day and it works miracles every day.

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