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Post by shavonfan on Sept 11, 2005 18:37:09 GMT -5
Still not finished with Cancer Ward, but enjoying it very much! So, I will take your advise and check these books out at a later time ( hopefully soon. ) Thanks
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Post by shavonfan on Sept 27, 2005 17:23:30 GMT -5
"The New American Revolution" by Tammy Bruce (not yet released...coming in November)
A controversial and powerful manifesto for twenty-first-century American Patriots
"It's time to swing back the curtains and invite the light in. And that light is American Nationalism, perennially shunned by the Left, condemned by Socialists, and without any special interest group fighting for its rebirth. It has no legitimate advocates. And yet it is the very idea that will save not only our nation, but the rest of the world as well," declares Tammy Bruce.
With this remarkable book, the bestselling author, activist, and independent pundit pulls no punches, illustrating how a new American revolution is upon us -- a revolution based on American Nationalism and Individualism.
Grounded in reason, classical philosophy, and hard-earned experience, Bruce explores the dramatic shift in American attitudes since the tragedy of September 11. She illustrates how in our effort to take this nation back from nihilistic extremists, American Nationalism, individualism, gun ownership, the tearing down of liberal institutions, personal activism, and knowing the enemy are the new tools for today's Patriot.
The "Hate America First" ideology has prevailed for far too long, says Bruce, and she now offers a powerful prescription to reverse the moral and cultural decay wrought by Leftist extremists for four decades. This power to stem the tide resides squarely within the reawakened American founding concept of E Pluribus Unum, or "Out of Many, One." It is this ingrained individualist spirit of the average American that makes this country the best nation on earth, and now fuels the noble fight against the scourge of the Collectivist Left.
In a positive framework with empowering ideas, insight, and tools for direct action, Bruce has captured a watershed moment in American history.
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Post by shavonfan on Sept 27, 2005 17:30:33 GMT -5
Okay, I haven't read this one yet, obviously, because it hasn't even been released....and won't be until November. So, why am I recommending it? Because I have read Tammy Bruce's first two books, and loved them both so much that I can truly say that she is one of my very favorite authors. And although I know that this book will be strongly glorifying America, I feel that it would be a great read for you also, Leona, because if you are going to be educated, you should be so from someone who is well-learned about these things. Tammy Bruce is such a person, and I am certain that you would like her.
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Post by shavonfan on Oct 30, 2005 0:01:18 GMT -5
Three books that I have recently revisited and highly recommend: 'Catcher In The Rye' by J. D. Salinger....'Mister God, This Is Anna' by Fynn....and '1984' by George Orwell. * it would probably take you three days to finish all three books, so please consider.
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Post by ocelot on Oct 30, 2005 12:00:34 GMT -5
1984 is a great book. I read it when I had to do a report on it in high school. It's one of those books that can make you see the world in a different light.
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Post by shavonfan on Oct 31, 2005 11:54:55 GMT -5
"Hollywood Nation" by James Hirsen. A good book about current liberal tactics.
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Post by shavonfan on Nov 6, 2005 10:36:03 GMT -5
Pacifists are wont to cite Benjamin Franklin's dictim that "there never was a good war or a bad peace." But Franklin wrote these words even as he was marshaling support for our own war of independence. Peter Beinart, the editor of The New Republic, formulated a better, and contemporary, version of Franklin's thought on CNN as his closing message for the year: "There are some peaces that are worse than war. There are some things that are worth fighting for. There are some wars that you need to fight to have a just peace in the end." - excerpt from the book "Why We Fight by William J. Bennett... I highly recommend this book. William Bennett is one of my favorite authors and speakers, and this little book brings clarity to all of the confusion of fighting terrorism. Written in his signature easy-to-read, educational and informative style.
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Post by shavonfan on Nov 25, 2005 18:44:07 GMT -5
I just finished a book called "Bias: A CBS Insider Exposes How The Media Distort The News" by Bernard Goldberg. It's a very interesting book, and asks a lot of good questions about the media. I just saw an interview with Marla Mapes, producer of the CBS news story about Bush's Guard service which proved to be false. She has a book out about the very same subject matter, and to be fair I am going to read it. I hope she reveals more in her book than in the interview I saw, because in it she really ducked a lot (if not all) of the questions asked. Anyway, "Bias" is a good book, and if you are at all interseted in this subject, I recommend it.
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Post by ocelot on Nov 25, 2005 19:06:20 GMT -5
I'm going have to read that book. It is a subject that really interests me.
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Post by ocelot on Jun 2, 2006 23:29:04 GMT -5
A book I would suggest is "The Ragamuffin Gospel" by Brennan Manning. It's an amazing book that is making me look at myself and how I'm living my life.
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Post by achebeautiful on Jun 3, 2006 9:47:51 GMT -5
Possibly my favorite book! It so effectively resonated with me that after I read it for the first time I went out and ordered a case of the book to give to everyone I knew.
I first learned of the book at a Rich Mullins concert in Ohio. He came out with his band in bare feet, carrying the book in his hand. After about four songs, the stage became black with only a spotlight on Rich Mullins. His band disappeared behind stage. Rich drug a hammer dulcimer onto the center of the stage and began to play some beautiful instrumental music before picking up the book.
I can't remember anything of what Rich said about the book, only that what he said pierced me deeply. He then started playing the dulcimer again and sang a version of "Hold Me Jesus" not found on any album. To that point, the song was average to me. After hearing him perform it that night, it became a song that I continue to love even now.
It's interesting to search out comments about the book and author. Both come under some pretty heavy criticism in many Christian circles. I guess it would. After all, it has the ability to remove the "Pharisee" in us if we but allow it to do its work.
I believe I can see God's wonder in everything and everyone more clearly because of this book. I too highly recommend it!
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Post by achebeautiful on Oct 29, 2006 9:17:36 GMT -5
"Flags Of Our Fathers" ~ By James Bradley
Very well written book by the son of one of the flagraisers on Iwo Jima during WWII.
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Post by Rachelle on Nov 3, 2006 18:27:34 GMT -5
The Alchemist by Paul Coelho. It was on the International Bestseller List, and once you read it, you will know why. It is about a boy who goes on a journey seaching for something and discovers something even better. Also, I just recently finished reading Night by Elie Wiesel for one of my classes which is about the Holocaust. A very powerful book.
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Post by achebeautiful on Nov 12, 2006 6:42:42 GMT -5
Sounds like something I would be very interested in, Rachelle. Thank you for sharing!
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Post by lapayin on Jan 11, 2008 21:32:39 GMT -5
I'm almost finished with "The Kite Runner" written by Khaled Hosseini. It's a wonderful story about relationships. Here is how Amazon.com describes it.
"The Kite Runner follows the story of Amir, the privileged son of a wealthy businessman in Kabul, and Hassan, the son of Amir's father's servant. As children in the relatively stable Afghanistan of the early 1970s, the boys are inseparable. They spend idyllic days running kites and telling stories of mystical places and powerful warriors until an unspeakable event changes the nature of their relationship forever, and eventually cements their bond in ways neither boy could have ever predicted. Even after Amir and his father flee to America, Amir remains haunted by his cowardly actions and disloyalty. In part, it is these demons and the sometimes impossible quest for forgiveness that bring him back to his war-torn native land after it comes under Taliban rule."
I can't put this book down and I highly recommend it.
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