books about: institutions     books:       Brothers In Battle, Best of Friends79 reviews William "Wild Bill" Guarnere, Edward "Babe" Heffron, ... Berkley Hardcover, 2007 Felt like I was in the room listening All of the Band of Brothers books are very good,and this one may be the best told except for the original one by Ambrose. The unigue thing about this book is the way the writer told the story of Bill Guarnere and Babe Heffron together. I don't know if the stories would have been as good if they told their stories in their own seperate books but the way it is told in this book together is ...             With the Old Breed237 reviews E.B. Sledge Presidio Press, 2007 May God Bless the Old Breed If you have a desire to know about the war in the pacific and what a front line Marine had to endure, Sledge's book will give an incite that nothing short of being there will. And IF you happen to be some nut case peace nick who thinks the use of a nuclear weapon on Japan was wrong, read this book first and call me. Thank God we had men like the Sledgehammer, and thanks to him for telling his ...             Secrets of an Irresistible Woman: Smart Rules for Capturing His Heart78 reviews Michelle McKinney Hammond Harvest House Publishers, 2007 A very good book I have purchased many of this author's books and as always her teachings and beliefs are always from the Holy Scriptures. In this particular book, each chapter can be beneficial not only for Christian women but also for the Non-Christian woman as well.             Seven Roads to Hell: A Screaming Eagle at Bastogne56 reviews Donald R. Burgett Presidio Press, 1999 Seven roads to a great read This is a "pick it up, and cant put it down" book. Bold and honest in it's writing and also pays respect to the other units involved in the bastonge battle. This rates as one of the better books I have read with regard to the Bastonge battles. The freshness and clarity of the accounts shine through, having been written shortly after the battle and make this book a good read. The hand drawn maps ...             Bruchko: The Astonishing True Story of a 19-Year-Old American, His Capture by the Motilone Indians and His ...79 reviews Bruce Olson Charisma House, 2006 great book This is a great book. My kids are reading this and they love it. They dont really like to read, but are eager to pick up this book. God used a young man who was willing to follow Him to reach a people who were looking for God.             Animal: The Definitive Visual Guide to the World's Wildlife69 reviews Don E. Wilson, David Burnie DK ADULT, 2001 Best Bucks I've Spent In A While This book is amazing! Full colors, great pictures in every page, lots of animals I'd have never known otherwise. I mean, apparently Pikachu is real! Well, at least one that doesn't shoot thunderbolts is. Anyway, this book is both entertaining and educational. I'm an artist, I really draw a lot of inspiration from this book. For the price, I think it is totally worth it. I would recommend this ...             The Lamb's Supper: The Mass As Heaven on Earth161 reviews Scott Hahn Recorded Books, 2002 The Mass Explored Dr. Hahn presents an excellent explanation of the Catholic Mass. He illustrates the symbolism and tradition in the Mass with its references to both the Old and New Testaments. An excellent read for Catholics and others who are interested in the Mass.             Warrior Soul: The Memoir of a Navy Seal56 reviews Chuck Pfarrer Presidio Press, 2004 Incredible Story , Well Written The author's oddosey from deliquent highschooler, to military school, through college, ocs, BUDS training/elimination and then advanced training is facinating. The book profides a sustained view inside the soul of a true band of warriors. Young MBA's could learn a lot from study of leadership and organizational structure in the teams. The operations were interesting although obviously limited ...             Unsung Valor: A GIÂ?s Story of World War II51 reviews A. Cleveland Harrison University Press of Mississippi, 2003 An extraordinary book Unsung Valor is truly an extraordinary book. I am 44 years old and have studied World War II rather extensively in the past. However, this book has revealed this war (and all wars) to me in a way that is completely surprising and unique. I now have a different frame of reference for studying all wars, especially World War II. For someone like me who has never served in the military, this book ...             The Long Road Home: A Story of War and Family77 reviews Martha Raddatz Tantor Media, 2007 Up close and personal Martha Raddatz has written an intense, moving book about soldiers from the First Cavalry Division under attack in Iraq in 2004 and the repercussions at their home base in Fort Hood. The sacrifice made by this division and their families is even more poignant after the tragic events of last week. This memorable book honors these soldiers and their families.             To the Limit: An Air Cav Huey Pilot in Vietnam40 reviews Tom A. Johnson Potomac Books Inc., 2006 GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY! wow I have read many fixed wing fighter books in my day, this is the first helo book I have read and its amazing! To The Limit brings you in the co pilots seat over vietnam with brilliant accuracy! I swear i could see the cliffs whizzing past the wind screen, the red tracers traveling one way and green in the other the radios alive with hectic chatter, while listening for a whyne of the engine ...             Widow To Widow: Thoughtful, Practical Ideas For Rebuilding Your Life47 reviews Genevieve Davis Ginsburg Da Capo Press, 1997 Contains a lot of good advice and good thoughts It's a sad fact, but women are much more likely to outlive their spouses than men. As such, many women, if not most, end up facing a future suddenly bereft of their life's partner. This book contains a lot of good advice and good thoughts. If you, or someone you love, has been recently widowed, then this is a good book to get. If you have a loved one who has been given a terrible diagnosis by a ...             Robert's Rules for Dummies34 reviews C. Alan Jennings For Dummies, 2004 Very Helpful to Condo Board I bought this book for our new Board of Directors at our Florida Condo Association. Since we are all new at this, your book has been invaluable helping us conduct our meetings "by the book". Thank you for the quick delivery and great price. Ann             War Letters: Extraordinary Correspondence from American Wars37 reviews Andrew Carroll Scribner, 2001 An incredibly profound book! This book is a great read. It is refeshing to be able to read words, thoughts and dreams from people as they perform such honorable duty overseas. This book is powerful and should be required reading for all, especially Americans. Some anti-war activist may think it is "pro-war" but it isn't just that. This book reveals personal thoughts and challenges faced by American military personnel in ...             The Unbreakable Child41 reviews Kim Michele Richardson Kunati Inc., 2009 I read it in one sitting I read this book yesterday... My heart aches for the little girl that was Kim and her and three sisters. I just want to hold her, hug her and love her. I didn't get to sleep until well over 2am as I was writhing with sickness in my heart for Kimmi and the other children. I knew there was evil in the world. Of course I knew that. After reading this account, I feel so, so so helpless. ...             Into the Blue: A Father's Flight and a Daughter's Return35 reviews Susan Edsall St. Martin's Press, 2004 Not for ladies only? OK, I'm humble enough to admit I was wrong. When one of my best friends, a Volvo-driving soccer mom if there ever was one, suggested that I read and PURCHASE "Into The Blue", I was skeptical at best. Scenario: author and sister rehabilitate stroke-afflicted father so he can - *gag* - fly again. Yet another "chick" book. Ho-hum. So untrue. It's been a long, long while since I've been so ...             The Gift of Peace: Personal Reflections33 reviews Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Loyola Press, 1997 The Gift of Peace This book by Joseph Cardinal Bernadin is a book of hope. Reading this book is a spiritual excercise of peace...peace of mind & peace of soul.             How to Save Thousands of Dollars on Your Home Mortgage34 reviews Randy Johnson John Wiley & Sons, 1998 Honest Advice for Any Buyer Anyone thinking of buying a house should read this book. It is thousands of dollars worth of advice from an experienced broker for only $13! Randy Johnson gives you all the essential tools and knowledge to make an educated decision about your home and your investment. I'm an MBA grad and a finance professional and found this book offered much info that I had never learned about. Invaluable for ...             Faith of the Early Fathers, Vol. 136 reviews William A. Jurgens Liturgical Press, 1970 Evidence of an ecclesiasctical structure from the 1st century Church This classical work of the writings of the earliest church Fathers points to an ecclesiastical structure before the close of the first century. Any student of the Bible will benefit immensely from knowing the history of the early Church, from which all the doctrines of Christendom emerged. This book also demonstrates that the Catholic Church existed from the Apostolic Age and was fundamental in ...             Fusion: Turning First-Time Guests into Fully-Engaged Members of Your Church34 reviews Nelson Searcy; Jennifer Henson Regal Books, 2008 Excellent Book This book is absolutely excellent! I found it most helpful in the following: It will help you understand how to make guests feel welcomed. 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