Review:I admire Joan Walsh for her knowledge of history. She learned a lot at U of Wisconsin, clearly In this book she does a wonderful job of integrating the autobiographical and her family history with recent developments in our political discourse. Relevant for Democrats also! Read more

Review:This book should be required reading for high school, and college students. Unfortunately, I didn't read this book until I was in my 40's and I'm angry that I didn't read it when I was younger. Such a wonderful look at history from the side of minorities and women. Obviously not told by the white men that "wrote history". Can't say enough great things about this eye opening book. Read more

Review:An excellent book reminding us of the struggles of our young republic and determination to survive against a powerful adversary. It also demonstrates how little has changed in the politics in Washington in 200 years. The two big parties are still at each other's throat and cannot reach agreements. Read more

Review:Incredible research and engaging story-telling . . . the detail boggles the mind. This is a very long read, but the telling is so visual that it is performed before you as you turn the pages. Well done! Read more

Review:This book is a must for genealogy buffs. I found it enthralling to find out some cultural history from a different perspective. The author did a magnificent job of tracing folk ways, accents and more to let us know the ancestors from which we come. Read more

Review:This book concerns the year Dalrymple spends in Delhi, attempting to uncover the secrets and hidden past of this once-great city. Dalrymple skillfully weaves the accounts of his daily life with the history of Delhi. One moment, you are reading about a harrowing taxi-cab ride, and the next page, an account of Shah Jehan's life begins. Few writers can change the pace so suddenly and get away with it, but Dalrymple is able to segue into and out of topics effortlessly.

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Review:Call me a traditionalist, but I think it is reasonable to assume that a book promising to be about the American Revolution, even one claiming a "fresh approach", should have more than a passing reference to the battle for American independence. Instead, Barbare Tuchman has given us a very scholarly and well-researched discourse on the Dutch and British navies, with an occasional mention of the conflict in the colonies. Ms. Tuchman wants to demonstrate the importance of the Dutch navy, the ... Read more

Review:I cannot heap enough praise on Thomas Frank's "What's the Matter with Kansas?" It's no wonder it became a classic. I wanted to read this book for years, and the refreshing truth is that it is still relevant eight years after its first publication. As a former resident of the midwest (although not a native) I found it especially amusing and insightful. My favorite part, however, is how he completely debunks the notion that the moral deterioration of society somehow has a direct causal relation... Read more

Review:This book has little to do with Oppenheimer. Alfred Loomis??? who the heck is that?? Great historical read. It's all Alfred a very complex super intelligent doer. If you want to learn something new about WW2 read this book. Read more

Review:SEAL of Honor is an excellent book, especially if you are looking for in depth background of SEAL training and the type of things you have to go through to get to the point of Lt Murphy. I kind of wish they got more into the life of Murphy, because as we all know, he is a true hero. I would not hesitate to recommend the book, however. If you are looking for a book about Operation Red Wings, I highly recommend "Lone Survivor", which was amazing ! Read more