Review:This is a very well-researched and well-written account of the complex Congo wars. Stearns clearly knows the country well and marshals interviews with many important players to weave a complex narrative, attentive to both the domestic and regional politics and the human dimensions of the Congo's wars.

Although Stearns' writing is accessible, there are two things about the book that distract from the broader narrative. First, Stearns tells the story largely through a series of personal bio... Read more

Review:Melissa Harris Perry is one of the most prolific and thorough writers and she nailed the presentation of what black women in america think, what they have experienced and how they must be more appreciated in our country and our world. Read more

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Review:Well written and comprehensive account of the events leading up to September 11, starting with the Soviet invasion in 1979. Required reading for ant student of modern American history. Coll weaves a compelling and intricate account of the governments, factions within governments and players. Read more

Review:Of all the nonfiction books I have read about the last ten years of our history and why we are were we are, this has to be one of the very best. This book is very well written and is an absoulte page turner. I do wish he would write another. Read more

Review:As always with Jon Krakauer a wonderful book. Informative, detailed and with whatever he brings up about Mortenson well substantiated. A great story to read made overly pleasant by one of the best writers there is! Read more

Review:The Second Treatise is a deep exploration of the fundamentals of governance, starting from man in a state of nature and the need to move to following rules of government. But I found it quite wordy and repetitive. Read more

Review:This book will teach you who were the real heroes of World War II. I did not know how much the people of Poland contributed to the defeat of the Nazis and the truth will come out. Bravo to the brave men and women of Poland who saved democracy in Europe! A must read to all who love history. Read more

Review:This book surprised me as I felt Theodore Roosevelt has gone down in history as a great man and president. History proves this to be true, but this author denies the facts. In his opinion Roosevelt led us into World War II single handedly. This does not ring true.
I really hope that people read on after this book and learn the truth about Teddy Roosevelt.] Read more

Review:Good book which lead me to some other good reading. If you want to read the story because you think it sounds good and have no personal interest in the region, I imagine it would be hard to get through. Can be tedious at times. Read more