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Reading to think

Revisado: 08-31-22

One reason I read is to stimulate my thinking. Deeper is good. Broader is good. A different “lens” is good. Having listened to what Fukuyama has to say on liberalism, I am encouraged to buy the hard copy of his book and to encourage my grown sons to read it so I can obtain their reactions and conclusions and to refine my own.
This is an excellent book. Thoughtful and accessible.

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“Monster”

Revisado: 08-30-22

A very thorough examination of Harvey Weinstein as a powerful film maker and twisted seeker of power.
Auletta’s recounting is both absorbing and, necessarily, repulsive.

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Seals: Extraordinarily Brave and Disciplined or “Pirates”

Revisado: 11-23-21

A SEAL team is deployed in 2017 to Mosul where ISIS is wreaking havoc.
ALPHA team’s senior leader is Eddie Gallagher.
Eddie has fierce loyalty from his team.
Except, in Phillips’ recounting, Gallagher has become a law unto himself.
He confesses to killings, in particular, to the stabbing of a 17-yr old Iraqi who has been captured.
This is a war-story, a unique culture, a PR campaign involving the President, and, finally, a trial room drama.
The soul of the SEALS culture is at stake.
A compelling listen with moral dilemmas aplenty.

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The Romantic Warrior

Revisado: 04-25-21

Sam Damon’s character is irresistible. Myrer uses him as a prism through which the great conflicts of the 20th century are refracted. Philosophy, relationships, morality are all addressed in a sweeping narrative.

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Larson: A superb story teller and historian

Revisado: 07-02-20

Mr. Larson’s books all reflect his ability to take a fresh and deeply human approach to his subjects.
The Splendid and the Vile has familiar characters and those less well known (e.g., Colville, Thompson).
The characters are brought to life vividly.
I cannot wait for his next effort.

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Nuclear cataclysm: A personal and political story

Revisado: 10-02-19

A fascinating, well-told story.
Higginbotham’s account is scrupulously researched and his narrative uncovers all the human drama in the waning years of a failing USSR.
Jacques Roy’s narration is pitch-perfect.

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Chernow’s “Grant” is superb

Revisado: 12-22-17

Chernow claims to be a slow reader and quips “I could never finish one of my books”.

This book is a serious investment of the listener’s time, but, in my opinion, well worth it.

Chernow fully covers Grant’s personal as well as professional, public story.

His subject was only known to me through HS American History and other references focused on the Civil War and, to a lesser extent, the Reconstruction.

So, as Chernow unveiled Grant, it was largely new or only faintly remembered.

Chernow’s writing style lends itself admirably to the oral narrative format.

The reader’s rendering seems to capture Chernow’s nuances perfectly.

I learned a great deal and had nearly fifty hours of listening pleasure.

Impressive, informative and entertaining. Quite an achievement.

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Aliquippa: The story of industrial America in the 20th century

Revisado: 04-02-17

Price is ambitious, and largely effective in realizing his ambitions, in telling the poignant story of Aliquippa and 20th century industry's rise and fall in America.
Reliance on many personal experiences ,told in the voices of the principals, makes the story more immediate.
The role of football in defining the town is essential to its character.
Barrett's narration is, as usual, excellent.

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