books about: americans-a (manifesto katherine 1980-1994)

books about: americans-a

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529 reviews
Francine Rivers

Multnomah Books, 2007

The best book I have ever read
I have loaned this book to every woman that I care about. I think it is an essential read. This book literally changed ny life. It is not only a wonderful romance novel, but a fantastic book about God's NEVER-ENDING love for us.

Waiting in Vain

447 reviews
Colin Channer

One World/Ballantine, 1998

An Amazing Literary Journey That Took My Breath Away
Colin Channer to me is like a modern day Picasso with a pen. His dialogue is compelling, soul-stirring and purposeful and his characters are engaging. You can almost close your eyes and imagine yourself seeing the story unfold as if you were a fly on the wall at a gallery in New York, a beach house in Jamaica, or the Streets of London. This is the mark of a truly great storyteller. Our main ...

Seabiscuit: An American Legend

630 reviews
Laura Hillenbrand

Random House Audio, 2001

Seabiscuit for President!!!
I can't recall the number of non-fiction books that I've read. Little matter, this is the most incredible true story that I've read!! Laura Hillenbrand has captured a time in American History. She is a true storyteller who has done impeccable research. It must have been the time she spent in Gambier, Ohio at Kenyon College that inspired her to such great in depth writing. For those ...

James Cameron's Titanic

314 reviews
James Cameron, Ed Marsh, ...

Harper Paperbacks, 1997

TITANIC REDEUX
The scope of this majestic book truly befits the epic effort by James Cameron with his cinematic masterpiece "Titanic". Much great information here for the movie buff who likes to see how it is done. Incredible sets including the dining salon, complete even to dishes and decor. I was amazed to see how this particular set was pulled underwater by hydraulics to provide a very realistic feeling of ...

The Revolution: A Manifesto

597 reviews
Ron Paul

Grand Central Publishing, 2008

A must read for every American.
This is an outstanding book that every American should read. The chapters discussing the economy and the constitution rang especially true to me. By the end of the book, I was basically mad at what all of our current "servants" in Washington D.C. have done to our country. Dr. Paul makes some recommendations on where to begin the change (at the end of the book). I'm just not sure we can get ...

Lonesome Dove

379 reviews
Larry McMurtry

Pocket, 1988

Best
This is one of my top three books of all time. The characters are well written, the story is exciting, sad, happy, scary and tender. It's a story about friendship, hardship, making a living, and a great history of what the West once was. I read this book at least twice a year, and still, it effects me the same way it did when I read it for the first time 15 years ago. I recommend it to anyone who ...

Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Fight Terrorism and Build Nations One School at a Time

1124 reviews

Tantor Media, 2006

Excellent
If you have a heart that has some waking up to do; this book is one that'll get it going. Without a doubt, one of my favorite books ever.

Boy's Life

258 reviews
Robert McCammon

Pocket, 2008

Not just a Boys Life
I am a huge fan of Robert McCammon and this book is one of the best reasons why. The writing is so engrossing that you can get lost in the story and not even want to find your way out. The characters are all richly drawn and can stand on their own, not just as sounding boards for the main character, Cory, an 11 year old boy. If you have read the reviews this far down you will already know the ...

Truman

275 reviews
David McCullough

Simon & Schuster, 1993

wonderful sense of American history
I have read most of McCullough's books, and so I knew that after reading this I would understand Harry S. Truman more deeply than I ever had. What I didn't know what was that I would learn so much about 20th century American history. McCullough is a great story-teller. His use of historical details to recreate the man and the times is magnificent. I cannot recommend this book highly enough.

Friends and Lovers

271 reviews
Eric Jerome Dickey

Dutton Adult, 1997

AAMBC Reviews
If you ever want to get to know a true artist, why not embrace a writer like Dickey. The characters in this book are so relatable that it is almost like your inside the book. There is a play on this book as well same tittle and I strongly suggest you read this book. You can't say your a true book reader without obtaining this novel.

These is My Words

207 reviews
Nancy Turner

Harper Perennial, 1999

I love it!
These is My Words is definitely my favorite book from the last few years. It starts out with 18 year old Sarah Prine traveling across the country with her family in 1881. As you can imagine, it's hard and stressful on all of the family. We see Sarah through the trip, the settling down with her family in the Arizona Territory, and starting her life in the harshness of the time. The book is ...

Paradise

237 reviews
Judith McNaught

Atria, 1991

The very best
This is one of the best romance novels I've ever read if not the THE best. I loved both Matt and Meredith and all the supporting characters are special. I couldn't even hate her father even though it's more than warranted. This my go to book when I'm feeling down. I recommend that everyone that loved contemporary romance read this book

Katherine

244 reviews
Anya Seton

Chicago Review Press, 2004

Favorite
This is one of my very favorite books ever. In fact I've gone through 2 copies already I read it so often. I'll keep buying it because each time I read it I find it more fascinating. I would highly recommend this book.

The Prophet

256 reviews
Kahlil Gibran

Penguin USA (P), 1999

Excellent book by Kahlil Gibran.
This book is simply amazing, whenever I pick it up to read a certain passage I always find something profound and ingenious. I'm completely impressed by the unique style of writing that Kahlil Gibran has its like he has a realistic point of view and understanding of human relationships and nature. Kahlil Gibran was a Lebanese writer and philosopher who lived in New York in the early twentieth ...

The Complete Far Side 1980-1994 (2 vol set)

220 reviews
Gary Larson, Steve Martin

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2003

Beautiful! Fantastic! But....
I would love to reccomend this fantastic collection of one of the greatest ever comic artists, except for one thing... The Far Side should be enjoyed under the covers, by flashlight, when your parents say you should be asleep. That's how I remember enjoying the Far Side. If you really want to LOVE this comic, buy the smaller, more portable books to snuggle up with. Happy reading!

Lover Awakened (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 3)

216 reviews
J.R. Ward

Signet, 2006

AWESOME... BEST YET FROM THE BROTHERHOOD!!
I really didn't think I was going to like this one. After hearing the description of Zsadist, not like the dreamy, awesome looking brothers of the past two novels. But the story was AWESOME!! Ended up LOVING Zsadist and Bella! Loved the twist at the end! Wondering if the next novel will fill us in???? Could not put it down, a winner!! Another great vampire series!!!!

Tryin' to Sleep in the Bed You Made

222 reviews
Donna Grant, Virginia DeBerry

St. Martin's Griffin, 2008

Loved it!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. If you are looking for an entertaining, suspenseful, drama, this is a book for you. It was a page turner, sometimes hard to put down. Donna and Virginia, keep up the great work, and keep these type of novels coming.

The Best Recipe

204 reviews
Editors of Cook's Illustrated Magazine

Boston Common Press, 1999

Truly the best recipe!
This cookbook is one of my most ragged cookbooks. It is the one I look for when I want to fix something special or homey. The stew recipe is absolutely the best! Elaine Littau Author of "Nan's Journey"

The Care & Keeping of You: The Body Book for Girls (American Girl Library)

257 reviews
Valorie Schaefer

American Girl, 1998

Good book recommended by our doctor
Our pediatrician recommended this book during my daughter's 10-year-old regular check up. My daughter has been reading it without much prompting. It's a good overall book for this age range. It is what I expected.

The Book of Atrus (Myst, Book 1)

197 reviews
Rand Miller

Hyperion Books, 1995

Myst: The Book of Atrus
It really seems only fitting that a video game about books would have a series of books published in its name. For some reason when such books were first coming out I was sort of skeptical about their quality. I truly am glad I overcame this and decided to pick up the Myst books. I was an early enough adopter to be able to get all the hardcover texts and they are all beautifully designed. ...