I thought the authors were thorough in this biography. It amazes me that both J. Robert and his brother were both polymaths and paid the price for theI thought the authors were thorough in this biography. It amazes me that both J. Robert and his brother were both polymaths and paid the price for their creative and genius. It seems more than a few people were determined to destroy J. Robert's legacy and of all the people in the country that owed him so much would not let him continue doing what he was most proud to do. He was no traitor but those that went after him were no patriots....more
Since I am not a mathematician or familiar with medical terms, those parts of the book rather bogged me down, however I did manage to finish it but waSince I am not a mathematician or familiar with medical terms, those parts of the book rather bogged me down, however I did manage to finish it but was not impressed with Nash as a person. I know he had mental problems that hampered him although he was a brilliant mind but I found the way he treated some people as down right inexcusable. Fortunately others over looked some of his flaws. I think I enjoyed the movie more than the book and was very sorry that his son Johnny had mental issues as well. ...more
I read The Bell Jar many years ago, but I have never read any of her other works, especially the poetry. The author did an excellent job including so mI read The Bell Jar many years ago, but I have never read any of her other works, especially the poetry. The author did an excellent job including so much of her life and also Ted Hughes, sometimes I felt it a bit intrusive. Mental illness is an awful condition to have and it's unfortunate that she was brought so low to take her own life. I don't think it's fair to blame anyone for the choice she made. As much as was written about her life, I still don't know Sylvia the person but what I did read of her or what was revealed in the book I know I would not have wanted to be friends with her. She did come off as too needy and something of a mean girl. I don't think real friends should talk ill behind one's back especially when they are always there when you need them. I did find it an excellent biography and highly recommend....more
In the beginning...Hitler and Stalin invaded Poland. This is the story of one of the most amazing woman behind the lines who risked everything for herIn the beginning...Hitler and Stalin invaded Poland. This is the story of one of the most amazing woman behind the lines who risked everything for her country. There is so much in this work to unpack, I wouldn't know where to begin. I will say that Stalin tried to change history but it's one of those things that has a way of the truth coming to the top. I highly recommend this work for those interested in history, or the importance of women represented in war. ...more
This was an incredible and heart breaking story about two young boys, born free and then kidnapped and sold into slavery. Another one of the stories fThis was an incredible and heart breaking story about two young boys, born free and then kidnapped and sold into slavery. Another one of the stories from the Mega Collection of Slave Narratives....more
This was such a well researched and written work and also well deserved Pulitzer for the author. From beginning to end the story flows so well and altThis was such a well researched and written work and also well deserved Pulitzer for the author. From beginning to end the story flows so well and although I am familiar with the history of WWII there was much more to learn. ...more
This is only one of the slave narratives in the collection of 18 narratives of slaves. We don't have to imagine what it was like for the thousands of This is only one of the slave narratives in the collection of 18 narratives of slaves. We don't have to imagine what it was like for the thousands of people in bondage because we have their stories, their histories, their narratives. Works like this are important and we should never forget....more
This was quite a long book and was packed with plenty of intrusive material I thought. I wonder if Sir Paul was okay with this biography, I know more This was quite a long book and was packed with plenty of intrusive material I thought. I wonder if Sir Paul was okay with this biography, I know more about his life and one thing is for sure, it was never boring. I did enjoy the parts about the music, where he got the inspiration for the songs he wrote. It's always fascinating how one comes up with the words and the music. For Beatle fans this is full of behind the scenes information and if you are or were a fan it is well worth the read. ...more
Move over Sir Lancelot. He may be the most famous Knight in the literary world but Earl William Marshal takes the top spot in the Medieval period. WitMove over Sir Lancelot. He may be the most famous Knight in the literary world but Earl William Marshal takes the top spot in the Medieval period. With all the mercurial Kings in British History he spent over five decades surviving with his head in tact. The author takes you through his life noting his ups and downs or I should say "in's and out's" of favor with these Kings. I thought it was a well researched and well written biography that was full of historic content and one of the best biographies I have read. ...more
How will history remember Alexey Navalny? What would be written upon his epithet? He was a good man, maybe to some even a great man. He was many thingHow will history remember Alexey Navalny? What would be written upon his epithet? He was a good man, maybe to some even a great man. He was many things to many people. One thing is definite, he will be remembered as the man Putin was more afraid of on this earth, and that is the reason above all others that he must be silenced and was murdered. I am sure the Russia people will remember that they were loved by Alexey and he kept his promise. He promised he would never abandon them, even though he knew by returning to Russia he would most likely be arrested on some trumped up charge and end up in prison. In this memoir which is a history for Alexey and in his own words of the story of his life and how/why he became the person he was. He starts the memoir/diary when he was poisoned by a nerve agent, what it felt like and recovering. Also he talks a deal about why he is doing what he feels compelled to due, regarding the corruption and current situation in Russia. Also in the memoir are his thoughts on Chernobyl, the interference in the United States 2016 election, his wife, family and supporters, Russia, the war against Ukraine and the Putin government. His wish for Russia "They would be happy" I felt this was an excellent tribute to Alexey and would recommend all to read/listen to the final thoughts of a great patriot. ...more
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