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A Metaxas Hat Trick

Revisado: 11-04-17

To read Luther by Metaxas is to be simultaneously educated, enlightened, and entertained. So much to appreciate: dispelling the myths; recognizing the genius while refusing to shadow the faults; keeping Luther’s driving force (the just shall live by faith in the merits of Christ’s work) in the forefront while explaining the wider implications for Christendom and history. And Metaxas delivers all this and more in a captivating and witty prose. This is my best read in 2017. I have already have given away one copy. I suspect more will follow.

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Two words and a 2 x 2

Revisado: 09-21-17

Andy Crouch delivers a meaningful, impactful, and lasting message in two words and a 2 x 2 diagram: people who flourish are both strong and weak. Simple without being simplistic, this book is a "must read" for every leader.

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The Chronicles of Narnia of educational philosophy

Revisado: 07-21-17

C.S. Lewis takes the reader on an assessment of the importance of universal values. Lewis will stretch you mind, mess with your mind, and possibly, blow your mind with his careful analysis and towering thought. The Abolition of Man is to philosophy what Narnia is to literature -- an enduring masterpiece.

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Helpful summary of LBJ's Life & Presidency

Revisado: 10-16-16

Kurt Russell provides a brief and helpful descriptive overview of the life and presidency of Lyndon B. Johnson. This primer to the Johnson era, which also treats the life of Lady Bird, is more synopsis than story more reporting than analysis.

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A masterful work on the Master of the Senate

Revisado: 07-21-16

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Stellar. Robert Caro’s meticulous research is matched by his captivating prose as he paints a portrait of Lyndon Johnson, the enigmatic political genius. Volume 1 traces Johnson’s rise from a freshman Senator to a position of national stature (1949-1951). Caro’s ability to provide context, most notably senatorial history as well as that of Johnson's, adds increased depth and color to his book and the reader's understanding. Johnson is "the great reader of men," but Robert Caro reads Lyndon Johnson. His perceptive analysis (e.g. Leeland Olds hearing) left me angry--even outraged--with LBJ on one page, only to have me standing in awe and appreciation for his talent, tireless work, and perceptive use of power on another page. This is a masterful work on the Master of the Senate.

Grover Gardner is the welcomed voice of an old friend to those who have listened to his narration of Caro's other volumes in the series, The Years Of Lyndon Johnson. I can listen to his narration for hours -- which is a good thing -- for there are more than thirty-five hours to complete Audible volumes two and three of Master of the Senate.

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I'm changing my approach to meetings

Revisado: 01-16-16

Lencioni provides helpful insight/concepts for increasing organizational productivity and morale by increasing the number of staff meetings and the specific focus of each. Using the fable approach, Pat weaves an interesting story that is entertaining and instructive. His model is helping me improve our approach to meetings and the way we conduct them.

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Stellar

Revisado: 01-01-16

Caro's work on LBJ's rise to power is masterly. Why would I care to know about the Texas hill country, the Bunton family strain, his tumultuous relationship with his father, the White Stars, or Brown and Root? I wouldn't apart from Caro. But in not knowing I would never understand Johnson's lust for power and the path he took to secure it. Caro paints in vivid colors. As a result, I see Johnson (and leadership) more clearly.

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Prime Praise for The Prime Ministers

Revisado: 07-15-15

Yehuda Avner indeed provides an intimate and fascinating narrative of Israeli leadership. He reveals the complexities of leadership, the wonder of Providence (Yossel Kolowitz), the fruit of boldness (Entebbe rescue mission), the importance of principle (Sabbath), the truth that "people are people" (Begin/Sadat relationship), and the history, heritage, beauty, tenacity, and importance of Israel and the Jewish people. Thank you, Ambassador Avner.

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