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Very Fair on Subject

Revisado: 03-10-18

I was worried at first that a Priest would stick to the Catholic Doctrines (I am Catholic myself). But, Fr. Koterski gave a very fair presentation of this most interesting subject. He was very good, no excellent as narriatior as it was very clear to me that he had a firm grasp of the subject matter. An excellent read.

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Very Good for Periodic Reading

Revisado: 11-06-17

I realize that perhaps not everyone likes Short Stories, but as a mid 70 year old senior, I do.I listen a lot at bed time so I tend to far asleep with long books. I think Tom Hanks did a very commendable job with this collection of Short Stories. I enjoyed them all.
A short story comes in handy during a long wait in a doctors office, or on a car trip.

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My Best Book Ever!

Revisado: 07-27-17

Would you listen to Hue 1968 again? Why?

I am A 1960's Marine.I have read many Viet. era Books but this one is far & away the best! I have listened twice & will do so again later. The author tells it just as I lived it.

What other book might you compare Hue 1968 to and why?

I have one other Book on Hue, and it is good. But it is not up to par with the actions of the high officers, the President & especially the social climate in America at that time. The ending is captivating & right on the mark as we the people lived it in 1968. The ending was so right I was awake all night just thinking of those times. JTW

Have you listened to any of Joe Barrett’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, this is my first Joe Barrett experience but I signed on today to check out his other offerings. This Hue (Way) Book won my heart!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The end of the Book was so stirring that I listed to it once again after my first my first listen. I have never heard words so accurate as to how the whole war was conducted. The honesty made me see for the first time.

Any additional comments?

I have nothing but full & complete respect for all the Vets who served in that war. They are all patriots! I hope many of them give this account an honest listen. The Vets of Vietnam all went as they truely believed it was their duty. God Bless them all.

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A Real Fast Read

Revisado: 12-03-16

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

I listen on an iPod & an iPhne 6. To get an idea as to how fast this Book is read place your iPod on "Fast"! I had a hard time following. Might be nice in a car for short drives.

What three words best describe Scott Clem’s performance?

Scott Clem is a good reader. I think the produced sped this book up to meet a time deadline. I erased this book. ND John

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Just a Fun Listen!

Revisado: 12-02-16

If you could sum up Nebraska! in three words, what would they be?

I listen mostly at night as at times I have a sleep problem. I like this Dana Ross series as they are just plain interesting & fun to learn about how people did things back in the pre Civil War days. No super markets, shot your own meat, gather water (not in plastic) & so on. The story line is very interesting with plenty of gun fights. A wholesome listen.

What did you like best about this story?

How the women in the wagon train began to blossom & harden up to the circumstances, including learning to shoot.

What about Phil Gigante’s performance did you like?

Phil has a way of modulating his voice to fit many situations. He is very good. I don't keep audio books

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No crying, just full attention. A good read.

Any additional comments?

Folks with an interest in early America & the settling of the west will enjoy this series. Plus, the price is right!

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So That is What it was All About!

Revisado: 11-16-16

What made the experience of listening to The Teapot Dome Scandal the most enjoyable?

I had heard of this scandal many years ago yet I never knew what it was all about. Now I do!

Who was your favorite character and why?

The then President, from Ohio. My State! How corrupt things were back then, & still are!

What about Scott Clem’s performance did you like?

Not much, I wanted to know the facts behind this scandal.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No reaction except how big business is always influencing government to the detriment of society as a whole.

Any additional comments?

Has anything changed?

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A Relaxing Listen

Revisado: 11-16-16

Where does Wagons West Independence! rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Being retired & not driving any more I find Books like Wagons West to be most relaxing. I chose Audible Books over radio & TV, no commercials. I enjoyed the cast of characters, a microcosm of the then society!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Wagons West Independence!?

How the Wagon Train leader overcame the last obstacle.

What about Phil Gigante’s performance did you like?

He did a very good job reading.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, I usually fall asleep & continue later. My Books last longer that way.

Any additional comments?

I am checking out Volume 2 now.

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Really a Very Good Book

Revisado: 10-13-16

Oh what a tangled web! I enjoyed every minute of this Book! This Book is very special. I will listen again in a few week! NDJohn

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I Never Heard W ll Explained this Way!

Revisado: 09-01-16

Where does Hubris rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I very much enjoy stories of WW ll & Vietnam. This Book covers several less known wars, especially between the Japanese & Russia. But Alistair Horne also covers a more well known, but rather short,look at the Pacific War, especially the Battle of Midway. Everything covered, Hubris's is the driving force behind the instigators. Very well read, most interesting to hear. I highly recommend it to those who wonder about the price of war & the driving force of Hubris. The once again fall of the French, in Vietnam this time, should have warned all of the American leaders of what disaster lay ahead for the USA! ND John

Who was your favorite character and why?

My favorite character was the Russian General Zhukov & his handling of the little know 1939 battle with the Japanese in Manchuria, a very bloody affair! This set the stage for the Russian General's actions in the soon to come WW ll & was the main reason Japan decided not to attack Russia during the 1940's allowing Russia to send his eastern army against the German advance on Moscow! I will now look at history's great Wars to see if the parties involved studied history! I know most did not & then paid a high price.

Which character – as performed by James Adams – was your favorite?

Finally, someone (James Adams) gave a forthright reading of the King of Hubris, General McArthur!

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

How Big Battles are Lost!

Any additional comments?

I loved "After a Win, Tighten Your Chin Strap"! How true!

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A Biblical History that is Most Interesting!

Revisado: 04-06-16

Would you listen to The History of the Bible: The Making of the New Testament Canon again? Why?

Prof. Bart Ehman, is at least to me, is who makes an interesting subject very understandable. He is very neutral in his delivery & while also being very thorough. I am 73 & have never understood the Bible. The Great Courses are most helpful to me as I very much enjoy the academic approach. So far I have purchased some 10, or more, Great Courses books. Prof Ehman is so interesting to me I will soon listen again. I have another of his to listen to first. He is excellent!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Paul is my favorite character as he appears after the life of Christ. In fact Paul seems to have taken the lead over the Gospel writers.

Have you listened to any of Professor Bart D. Ehrman’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, to my this was my first experience with Professor Ehrman, but I will check. At any rate he was very, very good!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, I planned on a complete listen to this particular book & was successful. I usually listen in sections.(my medicines make me sleepy but Prof. Ehrman kept me listening!)

Any additional comments?

I am very glad I have found the "Great Courses" as they allow me to be exposed to many subjects from science to religion that I missed in my youth! I enjoy the Great Courses very much.

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