A number of years ago, I began devouring books about my favorite president. When Character Was King by Peggy Noonan emerges as one of the most thoughtful and inspiring books about the former president. Noonan paints a compelling portrait of President Reagan; a portrait that is an exceedingly human portrayal of a man who fearedContinue reading “When Character Was King: A Story of Ronald Reagan – Peggy Noonan (2001)”
Category Archives: History
The Rebellion of Ronald Reagan – James Mann (2009)
The day was June 12, 1987. President Ronald Reagan stood in front of the Brandenburg Gate in West Berlin and uttered these crucial and historic words: “General Secretary Gorbachev, if you seek peace, if you seek prosperity for the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, if you seek liberalization: Come here to this gate! Mr. Gorbachev,Continue reading “The Rebellion of Ronald Reagan – James Mann (2009)”
Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life (2016)
Jeff Wilser, Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life New York: Three Rivers Press, 2016, 314 pp. $11.55 The Founding Father’s were men of principle and courage. In Jeff Wilser’s book, Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life, he argues that Hamilton is the most underrated Founding Father. Indeed, Alexander Hamilton is likely the most qualified man to serveContinue reading “Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life (2016)”
True Faith and Allegiance – Alberto R. Gonzales
Alberto R. Gonzales, True Faith and Allegiance. Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2016, 526 pp. $19.09 True Faith and Allegiance is the biographical tale of a man who has experienced the American dream. Rising from humble origins, this man served in a prestigious Texas law firm, and served under George W. Bush during his days as governorContinue reading “True Faith and Allegiance – Alberto R. Gonzales”
The Last Crossing of the Lusitania
Erik Larson. Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania. New York: Broadway Books, 2015. 443 pp. $11.00 Dead Wake is the historical account of the Lusitania, a massive ship in route to Liverpool. Erik Larson is no stranger to popular works of historical lore. He writes with the precision, depth, and passion of DavidContinue reading “The Last Crossing of the Lusitania”
LAST ACT: The Final Years and Emerging Legacy of Ronald Reagan – Craig Shirley (2015)
The legacy of President Ronald Reagan is securely established in history. Liberals can scoff and moan but the fact remains; Ronald Wilson Reagan is one of the most influential Americans of all time. Indeed, Reagan is not only one of the loved and respected presidents in American history; he is also one of theContinue reading “LAST ACT: The Final Years and Emerging Legacy of Ronald Reagan – Craig Shirley (2015)”
KILLING REAGAN – Bill O’Reilly (2015)
Some people love him; others hate him. But one thing is certain about Bill O’Reilly. The popular host of the O’Reilly Factor makes history interesting. The “no-spin” Irish-American journalist began a series of killing books, with the publication of Killing Lincoln. This effort was followed by Killing Kennedy, Killing Jesus, and Killing Patton. O’Reilly’s latestContinue reading “KILLING REAGAN – Bill O’Reilly (2015)”
AVENUE OF SPIES – Alex Kershaw (2015)
My introduction to Alex Kershaw took place several years ago as I poured over his excellent book, The Longest Winter. Kershaw is back again with another historical gem, Avenue of Spies. The book chronicles the life and legacy of Sumner Jackson and his wife, Toquette. These brave people joined the French in their pushback againstContinue reading “AVENUE OF SPIES – Alex Kershaw (2015)”
41: A PORTRAIT OF MY FATHER – George W. Bush (2014)
“Read my lips. No new taxes.” These are the words that enter the minds of most Americans when then think of President George H.W. Bush. It is an unfortunate turn of events that the President was placed in a position where a decision to raise taxes become a necessary compromise with Democrats. President George W.Continue reading “41: A PORTRAIT OF MY FATHER – George W. Bush (2014)”
DIARY OF A MADMAN – JOSEPH STALIN
“His face lost its color. His breathing became distorted. He choked to death as we watched. The death agony was painful. At the last-minute he opened his eyes again, a terrible look, mad, or angry, and full of the fear of death. His left hand rose, and seemed to be pointing upwards, or threatening usContinue reading “DIARY OF A MADMAN – JOSEPH STALIN”
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