This is an intelligent version of the movie franchise Taken. Yigal Zur takes you behind the curtain of transnational crime and places you alongside DoThis is an intelligent version of the movie franchise Taken. Yigal Zur takes you behind the curtain of transnational crime and places you alongside Dotan Naor (an Israeli private investigator who use to work for Shin Bet) as he tries to find Eden, a 12-year old girl who has disappeared in Thailand. What follows is a 'mosaic' of corruption that includes members of Eden's own family and organized crime. Dotan soon finds himself in a labyrinth of greed and deception - and there are those who never want him to find a way out. Highest recommendation. ...more
Wonderful tales from the Rumsien Ohlone. The flood story is so similar to other flood stories that it convinces me that we all share common ancestry iWonderful tales from the Rumsien Ohlone. The flood story is so similar to other flood stories that it convinces me that we all share common ancestry if we go back far enough. Linda Yamane is to be thanked for saving these tales from being forgotten forever. We need to try to save as many of these tales as we can before the few people who remember then are gone....more
If you like D&D, the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and Elfquest by Richard and Wendy Pini you will like this fantastical adventure into a new and evolving mIf you like D&D, the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and Elfquest by Richard and Wendy Pini you will like this fantastical adventure into a new and evolving mythos. I have been looking for new works in this vein; was not disappointed in the way the story leads you to a new world filled with adventure. ...more
A fantastic book that looks at what makes us who we are. The protagonist is a penniless poet who is kidnapped as a crew member for a ship bound for HoA fantastic book that looks at what makes us who we are. The protagonist is a penniless poet who is kidnapped as a crew member for a ship bound for Hong Kong. When the ship he is on is raided he is forced to fight, and defeats the captain of the boarding crew. The men then gravitate to this gentle giant (who looks as if he could be related to Alice the Goon from the old Popeye comic strip) and soon this frustrated poet finds the inspiration to write from his heart. Shades of Treasure Island, Moby Dick and Mutiny on Board Hms Bounty make this a wonderful tale of finding yourself only after you have lost everything. Fantastic art - highest recommendation....more
I can't think of a more timely book: Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams really 'drill down' and address the global challenges we are all facing. What makI can't think of a more timely book: Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams really 'drill down' and address the global challenges we are all facing. What makes this book so powerful is the calm way that Jane presents the situation: no hyperbolic 'chicken little the sky is falling' panic - just the measured voice of someone who has worked with nature to integrate the balance between four key concepts: 1). The Amazing Human Intellect 2). The Resilience of Nature 3). The Power of Young People and 4). The Indomitable Human Spirit. These concepts will (in my opinion) do much to shape our future for the next fifty years. Douglas Abrams does a fantastic job of asking questions that are then expanded on as Jane gives examples of each of the four above mentioned concepts. Should be required reading for all politicians. Highest recommendation....more
Over the years I have seen so many takes on this classic: movies, books, tv shows and even cartoons. Glad to have finally read this book - I think manOver the years I have seen so many takes on this classic: movies, books, tv shows and even cartoons. Glad to have finally read this book - I think managers today can still learn lessons about leadership from this work - also valuable to members of the military. Really a very interesting take on command in a time of crisis....more
A tale of courage, perseverance and what it means to be a real leader. It is always nice to find a book that crosses over to a subject you did not antA tale of courage, perseverance and what it means to be a real leader. It is always nice to find a book that crosses over to a subject you did not anticipate; I have recommended this book to the son of a friend who has joined the military. This book is a good example of why I try to read all different types of books; you never know what you will find....more
Fantastic GN about the race to the moon...shows Russian side of the race in a very balanced way. This really was a race; and I think it is what finallFantastic GN about the race to the moon...shows Russian side of the race in a very balanced way. This really was a race; and I think it is what finally put us over the top as being the undisputed leader in the world. Very interesting when countries fight in the name of tech innovation. There is a new war coming with AI - even more fierce than this race was....more
This is such a beautiful book - beautiful pictures of what is built out of the materials that wash ashore; a place to stop and start a fire as night fThis is such a beautiful book - beautiful pictures of what is built out of the materials that wash ashore; a place to stop and start a fire as night falls as you end your days wandering. You wonder who built these temporary structures...the stories that could be told by those who spent some time before they went on their way. Makes me want to just start walking along the coastline and see some of the places in this book myself with one of the summers I still have left....more
Wonderful book about traveling and how we often learn more about 'The Road Not Taken' when we meet other travelers 'On The Road' - my favorite work soWonderful book about traveling and how we often learn more about 'The Road Not Taken' when we meet other travelers 'On The Road' - my favorite work so far by Jason. His ability to help you see what an 'everyman' goes through on a daily basis truly connects the reader to his characters. A great book to read before you go on a trip! ...more
The story of Garuda and his task to free his mother from servitude is a story any loving son will understand. Garuda is a leader who is not afraid to The story of Garuda and his task to free his mother from servitude is a story any loving son will understand. Garuda is a leader who is not afraid to serve others; we can learn important lessons about sacrifice and honor reading about him; how our motivations ultimately determine the path we choose to take....more
One of the best thrillers I have ever read - from the author of First Blood. Two orphans (Saul and Chris) are raised from boyhood to be the perfect hiOne of the best thrillers I have ever read - from the author of First Blood. Two orphans (Saul and Chris) are raised from boyhood to be the perfect hit team. They trust only each other - and 'Elliot' (who treats the boys like a favorite uncle would). But 'Elliot' only wants them to be the best assassins they can be. When a mission goes bad Chris and Saul start to look for answers - where is dear uncle Elliot when you need him?...more
Under the cover of the 1936 Olympics mobster hitman Paul Schumann is targeting Reinhard Ernst, a key figure in the rearmament of Germany. Taunt and fiUnder the cover of the 1936 Olympics mobster hitman Paul Schumann is targeting Reinhard Ernst, a key figure in the rearmament of Germany. Taunt and filled with historical 'snap shots' this book will appeal to both fans of historical fiction and WW II 'what-ifers.' Very imersive and filled with attention to detail. An above average 'histo-fic' thriller. Could be a very good movie if the right actors were in it!...more
One of my favorite books...the underlying theme of which almost all problems in society can be traced back to. Have always wondered: would the story bOne of my favorite books...the underlying theme of which almost all problems in society can be traced back to. Have always wondered: would the story be different if it was a group of young girls instead of young boys? Something tells me there would be more cooperation if it was a group of young girls....more
All the movies...all the cartoons...all the Halloween costumes...all the comics...this book has permeated world culture to a degree that few books eveAll the movies...all the cartoons...all the Halloween costumes...all the comics...this book has permeated world culture to a degree that few books ever have or ever will. One of the books that I can remember really making me want to read more; for that reason alone it will always be one of my all time favorite books. Highest recommendation. ...more
The most original 'vampire' novel after Dracula. Richard Matheson is a very underrated author; his body of work is truly amazing. Very rarely do you fThe most original 'vampire' novel after Dracula. Richard Matheson is a very underrated author; his body of work is truly amazing. Very rarely do you find such depth of work: his 'A World of Difference' episode for The Twilight Zone is truly amazing; The Enemy Within episode of Star trek is one of my favorites....more
When the title of a book enters the English language that puts it on my reading list right away. What constitutes 'sanity' for men in war is problematWhen the title of a book enters the English language that puts it on my reading list right away. What constitutes 'sanity' for men in war is problematic on two levels: 1). - who put them in this situation (war) and 2). - what would a 'sane' person do to get out of the situation. Another book I think should be on a 'congressional reading list'....more
I liked this book until the end (very ghoulish); I wont ruin it for those of you who have not read it...but after you read it I think you will understI liked this book until the end (very ghoulish); I wont ruin it for those of you who have not read it...but after you read it I think you will understand what I mean. Lots of merriment here - high spirits and high adventure - till the very end. Another iconic character that has continued to evolve to this day (Green Arrow and Hawkeye)....more
A true treasure of classic literature. Treasure Island was the first classic I can remember reading. Even as A little boy I knew there was something dA true treasure of classic literature. Treasure Island was the first classic I can remember reading. Even as A little boy I knew there was something different about the writing; I could not articulate what was different, but now I know it was the quality of the writing. So many versions of this story have permeated almost every society; a truly iconic work. ...more
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