Monthly Archives: August 2022

The Graveyard Book, by Neil Gaiman

Why this book: Strongly recommended by Tim Ferriss and Mike Rowe.  I’d also read Gaiman’s The Ocean at the End of the Lane and found Gaiman’s magical realism not only enjoyable but stimulating.  I was inspired to read something different, … Continue reading

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2034 – A Novel of the Next World War, by Elliot Ackerman & Adm Jim Stavridis

Why this Book: Gifted to me by my friend Doug W, and I’d read a couple of Elliott Ackerman’s other novels which I liked.  Also, I have been impressed with Adm Stavridis over the years.  Summary in 3 Sentences: The … Continue reading

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The River of Doubt – Teddy Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey, by Candice Millard

Why this book: Selected by the SEAL reading group I’m a member of. I’d had a copy for years, which inspired me to finally read it.  Summary in 3 Sentences: After dramatically losing his Bull Moose Party run for President … Continue reading

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Steel Decks and Glass Ceilings – A Navy Officer’s memoir, by Jim Jewell

Why this book:  The author Jim Jewell is a good friend of mine, and he’s been sharing with me his process of writing and publishing this book. I was anxious to read it. Summary in 3 Sentences: Jim Jewell was the … Continue reading

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