The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
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The Jester by James Patterson
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The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
Up next: THe Hornet's Nest by Jimmy Carter "A novel of the Revolutionary War" by the ex-Prez
The Jester by James Patterson
"The Godfather" by Mario Puzo. Had never read the book (it's great--better than the movie, which is so often the case).
Up next: "Rat Pack Confidential" about Frank, Dean, Sammy, et al. Vegas like it used to be.
Moo
Just finished "The ministry of fear" by Graham Greene, now starting "Accelarando" by Charles Stross.
Check out OMerta pretty good book alsoQuote:
Originally Posted by Bull
1776 is a good read.Quote:
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-Mike
Just finished "A Million Little Pieces", by James Frey. Sensationalistic, contrived, stylistic to the point of gimmicky. Typical Oprah endorsement. Don't waste your money.
I'm still reading my Jaguar Service Manual....
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Originally Posted by basil
Whoops! http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060109/...isputed_memoir
This figures. Also in the book he describes a character addicted to Quaaludes. My math puts the story at around 1992. 'ludes were taken off the market in the US in 1982.
I have had 4 books going at the same time for the last couple of months (short attention span). All of these are Biographies or Autobiography- Clint Eastwood, Merle Haggard (My House of Memories), Johnny Cash (The Man Called...) and The Ramones (Story of...)
NOTAMs
Clapton's Guitar by Allen St.John.
It's about Wayne Henderson (musician/guitar maker) making a guitar for Clapton. Interesting read for any guitar players.
Whiteout, by Ken Follett
Lies your Teacher Told You.
Great book.Quote:
Originally Posted by cigar no baka
I'm reading " 'tis " by Frank McCourt, great book...not quite as depressing as "Angela's Ashes."
Also reading "The Friends of Pancho Villa" by James Carlos Blake, a fun historical fiction.
Two bathrooms in the house, two books!:smiley9:
Jarhead by Anthony Swofford. Was an impulse buy while I was at WalMart, had seen the movie so I figured I would read it. Much better than the film. Was a good movie though.
Bumpin' this one more time.
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Originally Posted by basil
And finally, author confesses, Oprah apologizes.Quote:
Originally Posted by basil
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20060126/en_nm/frey_dc
How is that? I met him last year and keep meaning to order his book off amazon.Quote:
Originally Posted by WinstonSpencer
I thought the same things after I read the book. I told my wife how so much of it was unbelievable and seemed far from the truth.Quote:
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Bumpin the dust of this thread.
Just finished Blood and Thunder by Hampton Sides.
Next up is Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell.
On deck after that is Ghost Soldiers also by Hampton Sides
I'll add my own also :smiley1:
I read way too many technical books but the next up on the pleasure reading list is:
About Face, The Odyssey of an American Warrior by Colonel David H. Hackworth
sammis
At the moment I am re-reading Crytonomicon by Neal Stephenson, well good read
I'm reading through the Federalist Papers.....what an interesting time in history, and the usage of the english language is so very much different than today.
Ouch. Those were forced on me for 2 semesters of poli-sci. Read and respond and repeat.Quote:
Originally Posted by ashauler
Right now I'm reading John Irving's latest - Until I Find You. Great author.
Oil! by Upton Sinclair. Great book so far, but the movie was horrible.
Crime & Punishment - Dostovevsky
What a strange yet interesting book this is. If anyone hasn't given it a chance I would recommend it. It's a classic.
Highway Code :smiley36:
Working on getting my motorbike license just need to get the money for one first so havnt had a cigar for over a week :smiley13:
I am reading a forecasting software training/specs manual. Fun! I think I have found the cure for insomnia!!!
I am also in the middle of giving the Purpose Driven Life a second read.
Phenomenal book! I might need to have another go at it now that you mention it. It's worth a second read for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by slcraiders
Who'd'a thought?Quote:
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Good idea. You go do that. It is designed to be exactly a 40 day read. I imagine it should take you 1760 days to get through based on your expedient handling of the Secret Santa obligation. Report back in 5 years when you are done with the book...Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikey-OH
Beat it!
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Originally Posted by slcraiders
Is that possible with a book? Kinda unsure how one could "design" a book. Sounds interesting thought may check it out.
Thanks for the advice. I'll be sure to map things out so that I can plan how much to read accordingly and still have ample time to brush up on how to make myself look like more of a tough guy from behind a computer screen. To me it seems weak and shows the signs of a very sad and meager individual, but I guess if everyone else is doing it I should join the revolution!Quote:
Originally Posted by slcraiders
Any tips?
It's definately a good book and keeps you on track with the 40 day reading plan. A very nice way to start the day and gain some inspiration and insight for our reason to be here.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mizicke5273
:smiley36: :smiley36: :smiley36: I love this place. :smiley32: :smiley32:Quote:
Originally Posted by slcraiders
LMAO
Holy shit. :smiley7: We are witnessing the metamorphosis of the lowly immature slacker into the full blown ass-hat troll.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikey-OH
No tough guy here numb-nuts......just an early 40's full-grown American male, who happens to posses enough common sense, personal responsibility, and respect for others that allows me to function normally in society and, more importantly, fulfill my obligations.
You have just flamed a seriously respected member of the board on top of the big shit you have taken all over the board.........like I told you in another thread, you have no friends here. Except douche bag slacker josephdetorre......who is at least smart enough to know when he isn't welcome and STFU. His package arrived, yours hasn't....none of them.
You are now entertainment and the insults and slams will get pretty creative and damn funny.
Popcorn anyone?
I'm reading a "trading psychology" book written by Brett Steenbarger. Traders represent a small interest group, but the techniques are of value in many areas of thought. If you trade, even part time, check out his work. You can find many of his articles for free on the inter-weber-thingy.
Next up: "How to Win Friends and Influence People", by Dale Carnegie... :smiley2:
Nice psychological profile you have created for me, Mikey. I am indeed very sad and meager.:smiley19:Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikey-OH
I guess if sarcasm = trying to be a tough guy, then I should be the Master of Ceremonies at this year's Chuck Norris convention. I cannot believe what a POS asshole you are. No, that was not being tough; just truthful.
We have a nice little sandbox here. You are like the little snot nosed kid that keeps trying to play with the big boys but keeps tripping over his own untied shoes instead.
Well, I'm over half way through Lone Survivor.
HOLY SHIT! What an eye-opener. I can't put it down.
Done with Lone Survivor. I was going to start Ghost Soldiers, but I've switched to Dead Man's Walk followed up by Comanche Moon.