Nonfiction
Review:This book is typical Joan Rivers - rude, raunchy and absolutely hysterical! If you do not like her brand of humor you may find this book offensive. Joan says exactly what's on her mind and does not spare any groups of people with her insults but if you like Joan Rivers, you will not stop laughing. Read more
Review:This is a fascinating book about a growing culture in this country. A good deal of the book follows people the author had gotten to know as she traveled with them living as a nomad. Although most of them were living as nomads because of unfortunate personal downturns, they have come up with amazing innovative ways to live. The author also points out that it is made more difficult for them because most cities don't have good legal places for people living in vehicles to park. Camping spots should... Read more
Review:What a strange fascinating narrator! While Jane Eyre will always be my favorite of Charlotte's novels, Villette holds its own. I admit the narration will not be for everyone. Often the side characters take on brighter more perceivable places in this story than it's hero, yet it is still compelling. I highly recommend this novel, and it's intriguing and and illusive narrator. Read more
Review:What a strange fascinating narrator! While Jane Eyre will always be my favorite of Charlotte's novels, Villette holds its own. I admit the narration will not be for everyone. Often the side characters take on brighter more perceivable places in this story than it's hero, yet it is still compelling. I highly recommend this novel, and it's intriguing and and illusive narrator. Read more
Review:This important book is a companion to his book The World Without Us which focused on how nature would recover if human beings were removed from the global picture. In "Countdown" Wiesman travels around the world, from the Mideast to the U.S., looking at how agriculture, population, climate, and other factors are interacting to form the upcoming Malthusian nightmare (our technology and contrary to what some ... Read more
Review:Bryant McGill's book is my "go to" for inspiration! His words are moving and always "on point" when it come to sorting out any personal issues. I am grateful that he shares his gift of the human spirit for all to see. Read more
Review:I think this is an essential book that examines recent American history, told through biographical sketches, and pinpoints the ideas, innovations and political decisions that have shaped this country . I have recommended it to many people on social media. Read more
Review:Every morning, before work, I would sit down with a cup of coffee and read a few pages from this book. I can’t fully explain to you how those days impacted my life and how different I see the world. Triumph out of tragedy, beautifully and elegantly and most importantly—sincerely told. Read more
Review:This books is a heartbreaking insight into the plight of today’s refugees, as seen through the eyes of one Syrian woman. The author is certainly one who is deeply knowledgeable of the crisis at hand: Fleming is the chief spokesperson of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.
The book begins where we meet the young woman and hear about how he life went from one like any other, into the hell of a war torn country. In desperation and necessity, her and her fiancés life of flight begins, wi... Read more
Review:Such a great book about an American family living in Spello for one year. The trials and tribulations of moving to Italy, the making of beautiful friendships that will last a life time and even great cooking tips with authentic Umbrian recipes. You will fall in love with this family and especially the children, Nick, Siena and little Gabe. Read more