A fine book & a great choice of authors. I never realized the contribution of most of these authors to the world, as well as the significance of their stories
Bruce Chatwin was a journalist, novelist, as well as a travel writer. His book, In Patagonia, established him in the travel book world
The research the author did shine, and I’ve learned several things about Latvia, the region, the way Latvian Jews viewed the Soviets, and a bit of history
The author tackles several important topics religion, anti-Semitism, coming of age, discovery, love, as well as family, and loyalty, are some of them
The book focuses, primarily, on four remarkable soldiers and the heroics they achieved in saving the world from certain doom. Consisting of short biographies
“Infographic courtesy of adidas.” Infographic courtesy of adidas.
Theodore H. White was a historian and journalist known for his reporting from China during World War II, as well as the series Making of the President
Alex Ferguson is one of the most successful managers in the history of soccer. He led Manchester United to multiple titles, British and European
While the subject is, indeed, very serious, there’s also playfulness within the narrative. I have no idea how Mr. Uris managed to do that
When we’re faced with chronic stress, we’re at increased risk of developing physical illness & experiencing mental illness, ranging from depression to anxiety.