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Fun Facts Friday: Irvin S. Cobb

Irvin S. Cobb (23 June, 1876 – 11 March, 1944) was a prolific American humorist, columnist and author. Books by Irvin S. Cobb* 1) Born in Paducah, Kentucky, Mr. Cobb moved to New York when he was 28 years old. 2) At one time, Mr. Cobb was the highest paid staff reporter in the United […]

Book Review: A Clash of Kings (A Song of Ice and Fire, #2) by George R.R. Martin

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on June 22, 2017. 4 Stars, Fiction, Latest Posts - No Comments

The characters, they are complex and three dimensional, as I mentioned none are “good” and none are “evil”, but complex human beings trying to stay alive and working for their own best interest.

Book Review: A Chain of Thunder (Civil War: 1861-1865, Western Theater #2) by Jeff Shaara

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on June 20, 2017. 4 Stars, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Latest Posts - No Comments

The research in this book, as with the author’s other books, demands special recognition. While the book is condensed, almost like a history book, it is very readable and interesting.

Fun Facts Friday: Isabelle Holland

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on June 16, 2017. Fun Facts Friday, Latest Posts - No Comments

A recurring theme in her books were the effects of alcoholism on families.

Graphic Novel Review: Superman: Red Son by Mark Millar

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on June 14, 2017. 5 Stars, Fiction, Graphic Novels, Latest Posts - No Comments

The book is still one of the smartest, self-contained graphic novels I have read

Book Review: War Reporting for Cowards by Chris Ayres

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on June 12, 2017. 4 Stars, Biographies & Memoirs, Latest Posts - No Comments

Being embedded with American troops is no joke, as he soon finds out

Fun Facts Friday: Richard Adams

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on June 9, 2017. Fun Facts Friday, Latest Posts - No Comments

Richard Adams (9 May, 1920 – 24 December, 2016) was a novelist from England who is known for his novel Watership Down. Books by Richard Adams* 1) Mr. Adams studied modern history in Worcester College, Oxford. 2) During World War II he was posted to the Royal Army Service Corps. 3) Mr. Adams was a […]

Giveaway & Book Review: More Than a Soldier: One Army Ranger’s Daring Escape From the Nazis by D.M. Annechino

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on June 6, 2017. 5 Stars, Latest Posts, Non-Fiction - No Comments

The story takes place during World War II, but the war is just a backdrop to this admirable, and well written, story.

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Book Review: The Marriage Bureau by Penrose Halson

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on May 11, 2017. 4 Stars , Latest Posts , Non-Fiction - 1 Comment

This is a lovely book, not too serious and fun to read

Book Review: Yitzhak Rabin: Soldier, Leader, Statesman by Itamar Rabinovich

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on May 10, 2017. 5 Stars , Biographies & Memoirs , Latest Posts , Non-Fiction - No Comments

book’s most impressive part comes as a first-person account of Mr. Rabin’s second term as the Israeli Prime Minister

Book Review: Airborne by Robert Radcliffe

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on May 4, 2017. 5 Stars , Fiction , Historical Fiction , Latest Posts - No Comments

I truly enjoyed this book and was sad it ended, I learned a few things

Graphic Novel Review: Legendary Star-Lord Vol. 1: Face It, I Rule by Sam Humphries

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on May 2, 2017. 4 Stars , Fiction , Graphic Novels , Latest Posts - No Comments

About: Legendary Star-Lord Vol. 1: Face It, I Rule by Sam Humphries, Paco Medina (Illustrator), Freddie Williams (Illustrator) is a graphic novel about Star-Lord, star of the Guardians of the Galaxy. 112 pages Publisher: Marvel; 1 edition Language: English ISBN-10: 0785191593 My rating for Legendary Star-Lord Vol. 1: Face It, I Rule – 4 Buy […]

Fun Facts Friday: Terry Pratchett

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on April 28, 2017. Fun Facts Friday , Latest Posts - No Comments

Terry Pratchett (28 April, 1948 – 12 March, 2015) was an English fantasy author known for his comical work and his series of 41 novels, Discworld. Books by Terry Pratchett* 1) Mr. Pratchett sold more than 85 million books worldwide, his stories have been translated to 37 languages. 2) As a kid, Mr. Pratchett wanted […]

Graphic Novel Review: James Bond: Hammerhead by Andy Diggle and Luca Casalanguida

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on April 27, 2017. 5 Stars , Fiction , Graphic Novels , Latest Posts - No Comments

The pace of the graphic novel is fast, but not lightning fast, and steady. Mr. Diggle keeps it steady with skill and humor peppered throughout

Book Review: P.S. from Paris by Marc Levy

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on April 25, 2017. 4 Stars , Fiction , Latest Posts - No Comments

eading it.

Even though the book starts off in the “romantic” direction, there is an odd twist towards the end which was a nice surprise

Giveaway (Over): Head Strong by Dave Asprey

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on April 24, 2017. Latest Posts - No Comments

Last week I reviewed Head Strong: The Bulletproof Plan to Boost Brainpower, Increase Focus, and Maximize Performance-in Just Two Weeks by Dave Asprey is a non-fiction book in which the author describes his journey for a more productive brain. Giveaway Giveaway ends: May 1, 2017 Winners must have a valid e-mail address US Address Only please Winners […]

Fun Facts Friday: Emily Brontë (Repost)

Posted by Zohar - Man of la Book on April 21, 2017. Fun Facts Friday , Latest Posts - No Comments

Twenty One, April is the birthday of author Charlotte Brontë who was born in 1816. While I did not care much for Jane Eyre , I did appreciate its literary qualities. Check out my Fun Facts Friday on Charlotte’s sister, Emily. Books by Charlotte Brontë 1 ) Charlotte Brontë was the only one of her sisters […]