“Emojis don’t always mean what you think they mean. To be safe, steer clear of all fruits and vegetables.”
A silly but humorous book. Quick read with l“Emojis don’t always mean what you think they mean. To be safe, steer clear of all fruits and vegetables.”
A silly but humorous book. Quick read with lots of relatable stuff for a dad of my age. This may have just been an elaborate marketing ploy for Progressive to capitalize on the popularity of their Dr. Rick commercials, but I am okay with that!
“While watching sports, there are people whose job it is to announce what’s happening. You’re not one of those people.”
I had a lot of fun, I laughed out loud, it made my wait at the airport go by quickly. All signs of a quality and worthwhile read!
“Unless you’re planning on skydiving or wearing all your clothes at a water park, there’s no reason to attach all your accessories to your body. Just because you can strap something to your body, doesn’t mean you should.” ...more
I have had this book on my TBR for a while now and was inspired to give it a try after watching the Challenger docu-series on Netflix. Unfortunately, I have had this book on my TBR for a while now and was inspired to give it a try after watching the Challenger docu-series on Netflix. Unfortunately, historical disasters are fascinating and tend to make for interesting shows and books. I remember the day the Challenger accident happened, and I have always been interested in learning more about it.
With Truth, Lies, and O-Rings I learned A LOT about the events leading up to and following the Challenger tragedy. And, it is no accident that I capitalized A LOT; McDonald does not just give a basic, quick summary. This is an extremely detailed, often repetitive, account of EVERYTHING you could possibly ever want to know about it. I cannot stress this enough – if you only have a passing interest in this event, just want a quick summary of everything (much like what was presented in the docu-series), or this is just your first time to try and learn about this subject, I don’t recommend this book.
However, this is a great book and will give you all the details you need. If you love getting into the nitty gritty of historical events - and, I mean, really immersing yourself in the details, the facts, the people, etc. - then this is the book for you. Despite being dense with facts, McDonald does a pretty decent job of keeping it interesting and has written it in a way that is accessible to the layman.
While reading, someone commented on one of my statuses that they hoped I would give my before and after impressions of NASA when I was done reading this book. To be honest, I never gave a whole lot of thought to NASA before reading this book. To me, they were just an agency that put people in space. After reading the book, I see a bit more of how they are just another government agency with lots of bureaucracy, red tape, and pressure to deliver – sometimes at the expense of safety and common sense. Also, they really work hard to pass the blame when possible. But, they also did many positive things over the course of the events in this book – so it is not all bad. So, I would say I now know more about NASA, but I am not really surprised by its behavior as a government agency.
In summary, I recommend this book to hardcore space and historical disaster buffs who want all the details in depth and ad nauseum. I do not recommend this book to those with a passing and casual interest. ...more
It is difficult to exist without knowing at least something about the Titanic. From just general fascination about a famous historical tragedy to pop It is difficult to exist without knowing at least something about the Titanic. From just general fascination about a famous historical tragedy to pop culture interest around the late 90s film, you will be hard pressed to find someone who does not least have enough knowledge about the Titanic disaster to carry on a discussion about the topic. Despite what I know already, I wanted to take the time to go back and read the first (and maybe most famous) non-fiction account of the tragedy. It was 100% worth my time!
I have had this book on my list for a while but was recently inspired to read it after reading The Wreck of the Titan. Titan was a book written several years before the Titanic and has the reputation of being eerily predictive of the real-life event. In my opinion, I found it lacking and wanted to cleanse my palate with an account of the true story.
Lord does a great job of concisely describing the events of that fateful night. It was easy to follow and stay interested in. Sometimes non-fiction can get long winded and repetitive, but this account gets to the point with the details and brings the suspense of the real event to the page. Also found here in more detail than I have seen in other accounts (fiction and non-fiction) is the human response of the people; from heroes to cowards, split second decisions that both saved lives and cost lives, all of it extremely fascinating!
If you have any interest in the event surrounding the Titanic, I highly recommend this title. I also recommend it to fans of maritime stories and important historical events in general.
With baseball season kicking off I figured it was finally time to read a book that I have seen the movie version of several times. The Chicago Black SWith baseball season kicking off I figured it was finally time to read a book that I have seen the movie version of several times. The Chicago Black Socks and the 1919 World Series gambling scandal is probably the most infamous story in the history of baseball. It rocked the sport to its very core and almost destroyed it - leading to a lot of the rules and structure of the organization of it that we still have today.
Overall, I enjoyed learning about it, but was not super impressed by the presentation. While it was well researched and all the facts were delivered, it was frequently stale, uninteresting, and hard to follow (specifically the trial after the fact). If you are not a baseball fan (which I am), I don't think there is any reason to give this one a try....more
I have had luck with uplifting timely biographies lately. Trebek's biography and Michael J. Fox's most recent memoir have both been recent audiobooks I have had luck with uplifting timely biographies lately. Trebek's biography and Michael J. Fox's most recent memoir have both been recent audiobooks for me. Each of them was released this year and both contain content related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Talk about up to the minute updates before publication! Also, they were both great books as they present uplifting outlooks on life in the face of mortality and illness. I can only dream of having as optimistic an outlook on life as Trebek and Fox.
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This book is half and half - half a background of Trebek's life up until Jeopardy and half Trebek's life during Jeopardy. If you don't have an interest in either Trebek or Jeopardy, you may not find much to get you interested here. But, if you have even a passive interest in either, I think you will find something to entertain you here. I have always liked Trebek for his pop culture relevance and Jeopardy is a show I frequently enjoy watching. Because of both of these things, I enjoyed this book a great deal.
Recently, Trebek passed away after battling pancreatic cancer for a couple of years. In the book he shows his optimism by saying that cancer should not be considered a battle - which indicates that there will be a winner or loser. Which also means if you do not survive you are the "loser". That just does not jive for Trebek and I am humbled to hear what a strong and amazing person he was in the face of adversity.
2020 was a crummy year, and it was the year we lost Trebek, but he left us with some powerful words and awesome wisdom - and some fun background about himself and Jeopardy along the way!
Michael J Fox is the personification of The Giving Tree. Life just keeps taking . . . and taking . . . “With gratitude, optimism becomes sustainable.”
Michael J Fox is the personification of The Giving Tree. Life just keeps taking . . . and taking . . . and taking from him, and all he does is GIVE, GIVE, GIVE! And, through it all, he stays positive! If anyone has the right to be ticked off about life and the hand they have been dealt, it is Fox. But he doesn’t complain. He meets every challenge with compassion and humor. He is truly amazing.
If you feel like life has given you a raw deal, I think hearing this story will help put everything into perspective. I admit that I tend to be a glass half empty type guy with lots of anxiety and crying over spilt milk. In the future, when I am facing adversity and want to lose my mind with frustration and anger, I am going to keep Fox’s story in mind to re-center myself.
The format is several larger stories bookended by some mini anecdotes from throughout his life. It is interesting to hear tales from a young Alex P. Keaton all the way up to very physically sick man approaching his 60s. But I can still hear the boyish charm in his voice as he contemplates mortality, the passing of time, and how every day is a challenge. I was wondering if this would be a book only appreciated by someone with an interest in Michael J. Fox and a history of watching his movies and TV shows, but I think there is a lot to be found here for those who may not be familiar with Fox at all.
I contemplated whether I would give this book 4 stars or 5 stars. The content blew me away, but I was on the fence about whether the delivery moved me all the way to 5 stars. After writing this review and reflecting, I think I will go 5 stars because I am realizing how much this book already has me thinking about it and contemplating how I can use what I have read to improve my approach to adversity. ...more
Sometimes the whole book is right there in the title. This is a book about a family who bought a zoo, and it is just about what you woul3.5 to 4 Stars
Sometimes the whole book is right there in the title. This is a book about a family who bought a zoo, and it is just about what you would expect! They don’t have a zoo, they decide to buy one, and they do.
Well, there is a bit more to it than that, but generally it is pretty much that straightforward. So, if you want to read the story of an Average Joe deciding to buy a zoo and everything that could potentially be involved in the care of animals, maintenance of the grounds, business models, etc. then this is the book for you. I think the most intriguing overarching theme is how many nuances of running a zoo a guest may not realize from the outside looking in. Every step of the way, Mee is finding out all the roadblocks to running a zoo and shares with the reader his problem-solving techniques. We get to see him grow from interested zoo hobbyist to full-fledged king of the zoo.
Note on my comment that he is an “Average Joe”: While he may not have had a background in zoo ownership and management, he does have some parts of his background that made him more likely to try and buy a zoo than others. So maybe “Above Average Joe” would be a better descriptor!
The main deviation from the story of the zoo involves the health of Mee’s wife. I will avoid saying too much so as not to spoil, but the book does start off right away mentioning she is sick, and her struggles are a major part of the story. Mee’s reflection on her and her struggles may require a box of tissues to be on hand.
Many times, I really get into Non-fiction audiobooks because the author will take a subject I may not know much about or that I have not previously interested in and make it totally enthralling. With We Bought a Zoo, it was very good, and very interesting, but I cannot say that I found myself enthralled at any time. So, it is worth reading, but I cannot give you the expectation that you will be wildly entertained . . . more like mildly entertained. ...more
I have been enjoying a lot of non-fiction based or fiction based on non-fiction graphic novels lately. This falls into the first category and is a retI have been enjoying a lot of non-fiction based or fiction based on non-fiction graphic novels lately. This falls into the first category and is a retelling of the life of a Syrian refugee family around the time of the 2016 United States presidential election. This is a good story to read for a white, middle American male like me who was not as fully aware of the plight and worries of refugees in the shadow of an incoming administration very vocally planning to close borders; it led some to villainize and threaten people from other countries and cultures to an extent I was not fully aware of.
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One of the tough things about a story like this is that my anxiety really acts up when I hear true stories of people being awful to each other. It is one of the reasons I have backed away from the news and most social media in 2020 – just too much hate! I don’t understand why it has become more normalized to be mean to each other. I know there are many thoughts and opinions on this, and it is not my intention to begin a political discussion, that will just get my anxiety going even more. But, to willingly read a story taking me out of my comfort zone like this is a pretty big deal in 2020. The fact that it shows normal people trying to lead normal lives being met by hatred and fear is disappointing and, frankly, nauseating.
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All of that being said, while it was a good story that I am glad I am aware of (despite my disappointment in the behavior of my fellow man), I was not quite as captivated by the way the story was told and the accompanying imagery as I had hoped I would be. It was by no means “bad”, it just did not grip me as much as some other non-fiction graphic novels do. Also, some of the dialogue felt forced to make a point – if the delivery does not feel organic, for me it stands out and feels odd. What I am guessing what happened was the author took several real-life scenarios and tried to summarize them on one page which led to a few awkward deliveries.
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I can summarize my overall experience in this way: an interesting and important story with a lackluster delivery. But you may enjoy the delivery more than I did – and I think you should try it!...more
This is a very powerful and important book. It seems like lately a lot of my selections have focused on the dark side of American history - and this oThis is a very powerful and important book. It seems like lately a lot of my selections have focused on the dark side of American history - and this one is particularly dark, sad, and disturbing.
I missed the big rush to read this book a few years ago when the movie came out. But I am finally glad I picked it up. I am not sure if I will follow it up any time soon with the movie. But, I can see how this story would make an equally moving and impactful motion picture.
I think my one issue with the book was several times the narrative got bogged down and my mind started to wander. This may just be a side effect of it being written in the 1800s. Often when I read classic books, even if I enjoy them, the style of the writing makes it difficult to stay focused. So, if you decide to give it a try, just be prepared for the delivery to get a bit stagnant at times.
But, overall another important non-fiction story for all to read and remember. Slavery is definitely a part of history we never should repeat and racism should have no place in our society. Learning and responding accordingly are the best course of action to prevent darkness like this from taking hold again....more
I thought this book had some unusual and unconventional moments.
But, since Josh Hanagarne ha3.5 to 4 stars
I thought this book had many great moments.
I thought this book had some unusual and unconventional moments.
But, since Josh Hanagarne has lived a great but also unusual/unconventional life, this should come as no surprise.
I love finding memoirs to listen to from people who might be your next-door neighbor. Nothing famous, flashy, or particularly earth shattering about their life; no major awards won, disasters survived, etc. But by just being themselves and sharing their day to day they make you realize that your ordinary can easily become extraordinary.
The key points about Hanagarne that drive his story: • He is a librarian • He is really into working out with kettlebells • He is Mormon • He has Tourette’s Syndrome
As you can probably tell, being a muscle-bound librarian in Utah who tends to make unusual sounds and have uncontrollable tics leads to the unusual and unconventional mentioned above. My first thought was, “how can a person who might be making noises outside of their control work in an environment where you are supposed to stay quiet?” You will have to read to find out!
Hanagarne’s adventures though faith found, faith lost, faith found again, love found, love lost, love found again, losing control of his body, regaining control, losing control again are quite a roller coaster ride to bring the reader along. Even if his life is nothing like yours, I think you will learn something about yourself along the way. I know I did....more
I was born almost a decade after most of the chaos surrounding the Vietnam War in the late 60s/early 70s. I can oPowerful and moving - 5+ Stars
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I was born almost a decade after most of the chaos surrounding the Vietnam War in the late 60s/early 70s. I can only imagine what it was like to grow up with the threat of being drafted and the chaos of military action on our home soil. Unfortunately, 2020 has shown that maybe we have not come quite as far from the events of Kent State as we hoped.
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Backderf does a great job with all of his research and sharing this important story using the graphic novel medium. It may not seem like a topic for a "comic book", but it really does a great job in making a complicated and difficult subject relatable. As the story is told, he makes you want the visuals and then he gives them to you instantly. I looked up a few of the backgrounds on Google Maps and he did a great job in accurately recreating the setting. Just amazing all around.
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Speaking further about the visuals, I enjoy Backderf's style. It is a bit cartoonish and sometimes reminds me of old Mad Magazine art, but that does not get in the way of telling a serious story. It is enjoyable to look at and very precise so that there is not a lot of "extra" to get in the way of the main focus of each panel. Again, really great stuff here!
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I have read non-fiction recently about 9/11 and mention in that review that the story might be a difficult one for some, but sometimes the truths are hard and we still need to learn about them. That is the case with Backderf's Kent State, and I think anyone would benefit by reading this, learning, and remembering what happened 50 years ago in northeast Ohio as Americans attacked other Americans in a conflict that could have been avoided. Again, it is a lesson I think that some still need to learn....more
2020 has been a scary year. For some reason I decided that it would be a good year to read and watch as much as I could about Chernobyl. Maybe not the2020 has been a scary year. For some reason I decided that it would be a good year to read and watch as much as I could about Chernobyl. Maybe not the best idea I have ever had, but at least it has led me to take in some pretty captivating non-fiction content.
Then I watched the Chernobyl series on HBO. While I don’t believe Midnight in Chernobyl was listed as source material, since it is non-fiction it makes sense that they were very similar. And, the show was equally captivating and nerve-wracking
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The last stop on my Chernobyl journey (for now) is Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster. This is very different material from Midnight in Chernobyl and the TV show. Instead of being a play by play of the events as they unfolded, this is a random series of interviews conducted about a decade after the disaster with people affected by Chernobyl. When I say random, I mean that one interview may be with the wife of a firefighter, the next a series of short paragraphs from people who were children at the time of the disaster, followed by an interview with a soldier or liquidator assigned to Chernobyl and what they saw, etc. There is no timeline or flow – it is very stream of consciousness in a way. I think reading and watching more solid narrative on the situation first helped to put this book better into perspective.
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Like all of the books about the world’s response to previous outbreaks/pandemics, I think this book, along with the others about Chernobyl and the aftermath, are importing reads for everyone. It may not be the easiest content to swallow, but by educating ourselves, learning from our mistakes, and seeing how people who thought they were safe and could trust their government were affected, we can hopefully avoid history repeating itself.
I recently listened to The Diary of Anne Frank. A co-worker suggested to me, since she knew I also like graphic novels, that I also try out thi[image]
I recently listened to The Diary of Anne Frank. A co-worker suggested to me, since she knew I also like graphic novels, that I also try out this version of the story. I am glad that I decided to read it so soon after listening so I was easily able to compare the two.
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While I would always recommend the original material first, I think this version did a great job using the graphic novel format. Also, maybe someone who would never take the time to read the diary directly in Anne's words might be willing to try it out as a graphic novel. I think this is a great thing as it means a wider audience will learn this important story.
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Story wise, it is very close to the original diary. If you know it in Anne's words, you will not find it too much different. The main thing is some entries in the diary might be summarized in one page/one image. Other parts might have been edited out to promote the flow of the graphic novel. But, I don't feel like any content or meaning was lost. Also, sometimes something described by Anne without much detail may have been reimagined by the artist with a new, creative twist (example: at one point the Nazis are depicted as Egyptians watching over Jewish slaves building pyramids - Anne never said anything like this specifically in her Diary)
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Speaking of artwork - I think the artist did a great job of creating eye catching images while remaining respectful to the source material. A lot of dialogue from the diary was kept in tact and integrated well with the imagery. In fact, if you frequently read graphic novels, you will find a lot more words within the art than normal.
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This is an important story and everyone should read it. If the full diary is not for you, but this sounds interesting, give it a go. If you enjoyed the diary and gave thought about revisiting it, this is not a bad way to do so....more
Your enjoyment of this book will increase with each one of the following criteria you can answer “Yes”:
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Your enjoyment of this book will increase with each one of the following criteria you can answer “Yes”:
- You are a fan of Debbie Harry - You enjoy stories – fiction or non-fiction – set in New York during the tumultuous 60s, 70s, and 80s - You like punk/new wave music - You enjoy the music of Blondie - You enjoy autobiographies – no matter who they are about
If you can answer all of these yes – then this book is a must read. If you can’t answer any of them yes, then there is no reason to even try this one. If you can answer one or some of them yes, you may enjoy this book, but you may find some parts uninteresting.
I enjoyed this a lot because I can answer yes to all of these questions. I was pretty young in the 1980s so I did not get into that scene during its heyday. But, in the 90s, my friends and I were all about late 70s and 80s alternative music. I listened to a lot of Blondie and many of the other acts she talks about in this book. I regret that I never got to see CBGBs or witness the late 70s music scene in New York – even though it sounds like it was not an “if” but a “when” I would have been mugged or beaten up! It is amazing how harrowing and interesting day to day life was for Harry as she spent her formative years in New Jersey and New York City – and she mentions several times that this was before they cleaned it all up.
I can guarantee you that if you read this, you will spend your free time looking for old footage of Harry and Blondie on YouTube. You might download an album or two or ask Alexa to play The Tide Is High. It is a great way to extend the experience of this book beyond the pages.
It sounds like Debbie Harry and Blondie have still been going strong in recent years. She is 74 as I write this review, but maybe she has enough of that old punk energy left that I might get a chance to see her in concert someday.
This is a powerful must read. It makes me wonder how many other diaries like this were written during the war that were lost during the holocaust, desThis is a powerful must read. It makes me wonder how many other diaries like this were written during the war that were lost during the holocaust, destruction of cities, purging of Jewish living spaces, etc. It is amazing that this narrative on life in hiding made it through and can represent all those who were in hiding and whose voices were never heard.
I knew the story of Anne Frank before reading this book. In fact, I may have read some or all of it back in high school, but I cannot remember for sure. Back around 2006 or 2007 I took a trip to Europe and had a chance to visit the Anne Frank House. Unless you get a chance to visit in person, it is hard to understand exactly what the conditions were like and the size of the space. Anne Frank did a good job describing, but seeing is believing!
Another interesting thing about reading this now is that we are in the middle of the Coronavirus quarantine. While many of us get a bit of cabin fever being asked to stay home, reading Anne Frank’s words about being trapped in a small space for two years because of fear of death if found really puts it into perspective. But, at the same time, this might be a good time to revisit or read it for the first time because her frustrations with her family and situation may be a bit more understandable for those who have barely left the house in months.
When the book first started, I wondered how accurate Anne’s descriptions were. She was an angsty and outspoken teenager which made me wonder what was true and what was just her perspective. For example, the first few chapters are mainly her complaining about her parents, other adults, and people she did not like from school. However, I think this part of the diary is important because it shows her growth throughout the story as the situation becomes more dire and she is forced to mature before her time.
I cannot say that this book will be enjoyed by everyone – especially if biographies are not your thing. Also, the subject matter and the situation the Frank’s are in may be difficult for some to handle. But, it is an important document from World War II history and is worth reading no matter who you are....more
I have liked the Rolling Stones for a long time. I remember going to see them back when I was in high school on the Voodoo Lounge tour (2004 – [image]
I have liked the Rolling Stones for a long time. I remember going to see them back when I was in high school on the Voodoo Lounge tour (2004 – and I thought they seemed old back then!). But, I will say while I enjoyed them, I was more of a casual fan. However, in the past couple of years I have become obsessed. I am sad that it took me this long because while many successful bands have a few great songs here and there, the Stones have one of the best collections of music of any band I have ever enjoyed. I can honestly say they have over 100 songs that I would enjoy listening to at any moment. The next band behind them might have 20 at the most.
I am going this summer to see them again! I can’t wait!
Many will put the Beatles up against the Rolling Stones. For me, it is no contest . . . by a long shot. The Stones ALL THE WAY!
Due to my recent obsession I was excited to check out this autobiography by Keith Richards. I will say that unless you are as into the Stones as I currently am or you really enjoy any music history, I don’t know if you will like this or not. So, be sure you base your response on whether to check this book out or not on that in addition to my review.
I thought this book was phenomenal! I enjoyed every single second of this book. Even when Richards was discussing music theory that went way over my head, I loved it. I feel like you could turn the story of Richards’ live into a fantastic movie. He had so many different things that happened in both his life and with the Stones: death, drugs, travels, relationships, controversy, feuds, successes, failures, etc. This was quite a long book and it needed every page to fit it all in!
Note on the audiobook: I think this may be a case where listening to the book will greatly enhance the experience. A few sections are read by Johnny Depp and the final part of the book is read by Richards himself. However, MAJOR KUDOS to Joe Hurley for his narration – his delivery was perfect! I am sad to see that this appears to be the only book he has narrated as I would love to hear more from him.
Many joke that Keef (his famous nickname) has been around forever and, when the world ends it will just be some cockroaches and Richards. You know, I kind of hope this is true because I think the world is a better place with a colorful character like him in it!
This is, without a doubt, one of the most powerful stories I have ever read. The bravery with which Katie Green shares her story is beyond amazing.
[imThis is, without a doubt, one of the most powerful stories I have ever read. The bravery with which Katie Green shares her story is beyond amazing.
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I have never had a personal experience with an eating disorder. But, the way Green shares her story, I could feel her anxiety deep in my bones. I was uncomfortable, and I should have been. She shows us that mental illness is truly an uncontrollable monster. You can't just brush it aside and say "you should eat more" or "stop binging - just don't eat even if you feel like you should". You cannot just turn it off. I have had some anxiety issues in my life - and while I would never pretend that they affected me to the extent you read about in this book - I still can understand when it feels out of control in a way that others don't understand.
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The art here is perfect. You can feel Green pouring herself out on the page. This was not a matter of someone just drawing a story they wanted to tell. What I see is pictures that poured forth uncontrollably from her because they had to escape. She had been told so long that there was no future in art for her. Because of this she focused on other subjects while the images that would tell her story built up until she could hold them in no more. The result is phenomenal.
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Many will find the story here difficult to read. This is raw. This is real. It was amazing that Green shared this story as many can learn from it and those struggling with similar issues may find some solace in it....more
I have read other 9/11 books and watched 9/11 specials – they are all very powerful. So, I will not say that this one iWow . . . just wow . . .
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I have read other 9/11 books and watched 9/11 specials – they are all very powerful. So, I will not say that this one is “better” or “more powerful”, but it certainly might be the most complete and thorough coverage of all the various events in one place. Pulling from hundreds of interviews with people directly involved, or who had family and friends involved, it is a very moving portrait of that fateful day.
This should be read by everyone, but it will not be easy for most people. However, not forgetting means that sometimes there are hard truths. We have a choice to remember or not, but there are many people who had no choice that day – they were fated to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.
One thing about this particular book compared to other 9/11 books/shows is that it was the most complete retelling of the events at the Pentagon that I have seen. In the afterward, there is mention of a book that was written specifically about the Pentagon, but I have not read that one. Also, I knew very little about the events around the government response, the journey of Air Force One, etc. This really is a very complete picture of the events of that day.
I think the story that got to me the most was near the very end (view spoiler)[there was a woman who worked in the Twin Towers who was laid off on September 10th. A few weeks after the disaster, her boss hunted her down to check on her and ask when she would be returning to work. The entire HR department had been destroyed and all HR employees killed on 9/11. Her boss had never been told she was laid off. (hide spoiler)] I was left speechless by that story. It is one of the saddest but also ironically laughable (not funny laughable – more like shake your head laughable) stories I have heard from that day.
Again – check this book out. We owe it to the heroes who saved many lives that day and the innocent people who were not expecting to lose their lives just doing their daily routine. Let’s keep their memories alive. ...more
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