Monthly Archives: October 2020

Why this Book:  I had read most of this book about 10 years ago, and it really appealed to me – it’s easy to read, but it’s long and entailed.  I was invited to participate in a reading group discussion … Continue reading →

Why this book: Selected by my literature reading group.  I was pleased with this decision, because my wife Mary Anne had read it years ago and told me I’d really like it, so I’ve been looking forward to reading it … Continue reading →

Why this book:  I met Josh Mantz several years ago when he was a guest speaker at an event I was organizing.  He came, he spoke, he impressed all of us.  Josh and I connected, became friends and have stayed … Continue reading →

Why this book: Selected by Jay H’s reading group – an eclectic group of about 10 fascinating and curious people – baseball coaches, teachers, businessmen, veterans, consultants.  We met weekly to discuss this book – one chapter at a time. … Continue reading →

Why this book: Selected by my literature Reading Group based on excellent reviews and having won the Man Booker Prize.  Summary in 3 Sentences:  Historical novel set in the early 1500s in England, built around King Henry VIII’s desire to divorce … Continue reading →