American Prometheus is an exceptional biography which manages to weave politics, science, and humanity into an engaging story which changed the world we live in
Impeached by David O. Steward explains complex legislative and legal issues in a clear, conscience manner, staying away from legalese or academic language
The most interesting part of Flirting with Fame is the behind-the-scenes look at public relations. He worked hard, made contacts, & figured out his own path
Lincoln’s ability to let go of personal slights is one of his attributes, infusing his administration with talented individuals, albeit with large egos
A a non-fiction book, documenting the struggles the author had after the death of his infant daughter. Mr. Orsted is an award-winning wildlife photographer
If this wasn’t a history book, I would have thought that The Death of a President by William Manchester is a Shakespearean tragedy
Walking with Sam by Andrew McCarthy is a travelogue of the author and his son walking the 800 kilometers of Spain’s Camino de Santiago
We need more books like You Can’t Screw This Up by Adam Bornstein, fighting the pseudoscience which preys on people’s built-in need for fast solutions
The author’s depiction of the personalities involved was, for me, the strength of this book along with the historical aspects I knew nothing about
The untold weirdness of history’s greatest geniuses. Laugh & learn with 30 mini-bios that humanize these larger-than-life figures. Perfect for teens and adults