Social Sciences

Iron John
Iron John

Review:This is a great book about modern society and men. Even through it was written nearly 20 years ago, it is still completely applicable, if not more so. Written in a textual analysis of an ancient story, the author weaves current observations about our society into a discussion of how human societies evolved over thousands of years. This is a great book if you have a young boy, or work with a Boy Scout Troop or school. Read more

Black Like Me: 50th Anniversary Edition
Black Like Me: 50th Anniversary Edition

Review:I recalled this title recently from my high school years of many decades ago. In the current time, it was as powerful now as I recalled it to be. Truly a gut-wrenching classic on experiencing unethical discrimination. Read more

The Definitive Griffin Estate Edition - Black Like Me
The Definitive Griffin Estate Edition - Black Like Me

Review:I recalled this title recently from my high school years of many decades ago. In the current time, it was as powerful now as I recalled it to be. Truly a gut-wrenching classic on experiencing unethical discrimination. Read more

Former CIA Officers Teach You How to Detect Deception
Former CIA Officers Teach You How to Detect Deception

Review:We've heard all the lies before, but after reading this book you will be able to match what you are hearing with the patterns they mention. It will be harder for someone to deceive you precisely because lies fit into patterns, which for some reason liars all use. Read more

The Story of Two Boys Growing Up in The Other America
The Story of Two Boys Growing Up in The Other America

Review:Amazon sells Trump brand shoes, clothing, and home furnishings. They have also yet to publicly condemn Trump’s Muslim Immigration Ban, instead releasing a politically-neutral message to employees offering “contingency plans” for those who stranded by the ban. Read more

One Day at a Time in Al-Anon
One Day at a Time in Al-Anon

Review:This book came in great condition and came relatively fast. I really appreciate the book because what it has to offer. It serves as a guide and just an every day pick me up. I read one page right when I wake up and it helps start off my day in a positive manner. I would definitely suggest this book whether you're new or come frequently to al non meetings. Read more

Social Media and the Secret Lives of Teenagers - American Girls
Social Media and the Secret Lives of Teenagers - American Girls

Review:Everything in this book is dead-on accurate and sad as hell, except that the author does not hold parents accountable for the mess we have put our girls in.
So parents, if you don't want to be an absolute idiot like most of the parents out there who bizarrely and witlessly enable pornography and sexting and a lifetime of ADD and sexual self-esteem issues for their daughters, do the following ASAP:

1. Don't give your kids iPhones or iPads. If you already did, take those devices away a... Read more

Our Coming-of-Age Crisis--and How to Rebuild a Culture of Self-Reliance
Our Coming-of-Age Crisis--and How to Rebuild a Culture of Self-Reliance

Review:Ben Sasse argues convincingly that we are doing our kids a disservice when we ‘protect’ them from work. Sasse provides parents with practical advice to help make the shift from consumption to production—a great way to help our kids find lives filled with meaning and purpose.

While I wish I had read this book when my daughters were in pre-school, I'm still able to get some ideas for parenting my almost-adult teens. Read more

Manchild in the Promised Land
Manchild in the Promised Land

Review:Who would've thought this medium-skinned candystore-robbing Harlem boy would've became an Ivy-league law student? Claude Brown tells his life story with honesty and open truth reminiscent of Miles Davis's autobiography. He discusses his encounters with girls, especially Sugar, who is ugly and has messed up teeth but still a certain charm about her, and his experiences at various reform schools. I found the relationship he had with his father to be especially interesting because of the constan... Read more

'Tis: A Memoir
'Tis: A Memoir

Review:Frank McCourt was at his very best with a continuation of sorts to Angela's Ashes. His discriptions bring you to the times and places he lived through. I can not express enough how much I admire the man he became and the love he expressed for his Mother. Read more

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