Good character encouraged. Story shows what happens when a volatile situation turns dangerous; mob mentality and anger turning to hatred and the loss Good character encouraged. Story shows what happens when a volatile situation turns dangerous; mob mentality and anger turning to hatred and the loss of reason....more
The author did much research for this book; it was a lifelike account of a new settlement in America, all the trials, mistakes, heartaches and lesson The author did much research for this book; it was a lifelike account of a new settlement in America, all the trials, mistakes, heartaches and lessons learned to keep it alive....more
There is much shame associated with the treatment of black people by those who thought they were better. It eases my mind to know there were good peopThere is much shame associated with the treatment of black people by those who thought they were better. It eases my mind to know there were good people who knew better and acted accordingly, and people like William Wilberforce, who dedicated their lives to end slavery....more
Heartbreaking historical account of a very dark time that must be known. This is based on the work of Irena Sendler and multiple others who laid theirHeartbreaking historical account of a very dark time that must be known. This is based on the work of Irena Sendler and multiple others who laid their lives on the line to rescue children from the horrors of the camps. Their selflessness is such a stark contrast to the appalling animalistic behavior of the German Nazi machine. These stories are so awful, I wonder why I read them. This quote by Irena Sendler sums up why: "There are humane aspects that are extremely important to developing values: helping to rescue a human being from his misery, neccessary courage and an ability to disregard your own danger in order to save somebody's life."...more
It's a good thing that this time in history was short lived, because of the danger and brutality of the job.It's a good thing that this time in history was short lived, because of the danger and brutality of the job....more
Hard life for pioneer wagons going west shows how wimpy we have become in today's desire for comfort at all costs. This author gave the main characterHard life for pioneer wagons going west shows how wimpy we have become in today's desire for comfort at all costs. This author gave the main character a preoccupation for "boys", but had a good lesson in that department....more
Compassion. The dangers of radioactivity in the workplace. Overlook the 7 "d" words, which are always unnecessary.Compassion. The dangers of radioactivity in the workplace. Overlook the 7 "d" words, which are always unnecessary....more
Interesting to learn about southeast Alaska, trolling life, nautical language and the waning livelihood of many people because of big business fish faInteresting to learn about southeast Alaska, trolling life, nautical language and the waning livelihood of many people because of big business fish farms....more
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