books: a biography biography

books: a biography biography

books:

A biography biography

The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life

Alice Schroeder

Bantam, 2008

A great book, especially in today's economic crisis
I purchased this book for my husband and gave it to him for Christmas. Since then, he has been devouring it. The book is quite large and my husband describes it as "heavy reading" because there is a great deal of detail about Warren Buffet's life and the people in it, ...

Too Fat to Fish

Artie Lange, Anthony Bozza

Spiegel & Grau, 2008

Artie Lange/ To Fat to Fish
I got the book for my cousin, He said that he enjoyed it so much that he read it in two days.I'm thinkin he must of liked it alot!!

Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln

Doris Kearns Goodwin

Simon & Schuster, 2006

A Book for our Times
Read this book if you know anything at all about Abraham Lincoln, or very little! The author has crafted a rich, detailed perspective of a man for all seasons, an American for all times. Our country longs for the depth and breath of his wisdom as much now as during ...

Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a Time

Greg Mortenson, David Oliver Relin

Penguin (Non-Classics), 2007

a little humanity
In this egomaniac, me age, it is refreshing to read about someone who thinks about helping others. Recommend this book to those who are xenophobic and who are afraid to travel outside the well trodden luxury hotel path.

Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance

Barack Obama

Three Rivers Press, 2004

Dreams from my Father
Surprisingly well written personal history...not always a page-turner, but Obama gives real and honest insight about the very specific emotions of growing up the way he did. As such, it really reveals the kind of man he is...and the point view he's likely to bring ...

American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House

Jon Meacham

Random House, 2008

Comp[ared to other historical books
Well written-but not as interestingly as McCullough's writings. My one critisism is too many words were spent on the women in his life.

Multiple Blessings: Surviving to Thriving with Twins and Sextuplets

Jon Gosselin, Kate Gosselin, ...

Zondervan, 2008

Wisconsin
was very happy with the time it took to get my item. Only a few days. No problems at all.

The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream (Vintage)

Barack Obama

Vintage, 2008

Makes me proud to call him my president!
This is a thoughtful and inspiring book which is written well without being stuffy, written simply without being dumbed down and even at times achieves eloquence, without being preachy. The chapters on "the Constitution", "Faith" and "the World Beyond Our Borders" ...

The Last Lecture

Randy Pausch, Jeffrey Zaslow

Hyperion, 2008

Get the audio version
I saw some of this guy's video and was intrigued. Decided to buy the audio version and listen to it on my annual road trip to Texas. It was a great way to pass the time and have some deep thoughts. This great man will be missed. But at least his words will live forever.

Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World

Vicki Myron

Grand Central Publishing, 2008

Purfectly wonderful TAIL
I loved this book. It was the best read I had in a very long time. After seeing this in the check out line at Best Buy (of all places) I checked it out of our local library. I laughed, I cried and was uplifted by the stories of Dewey, Vicki and the entire town of ...

Why We Suck: A Feel Good Guide to Staying Fat, Loud, Lazy and Stupid

Dr. Denis Leary

Viking Adult, 2008

great read
Written by DR.Denis Leary, this book delivers also. It's funny, sarcastic, clever, and brings back memories of one's own youth. Must be all Catholic families are the same no matter where you grow up! Some truths never change. Keep up the good work, DR. Leary.

Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog

John Grogan

Harper, 2008

Good Book But Make Sure You Also Learn
I had a Lab when I was young. I loved the puppy, but due to circumstances with my parents it had to be given away. I was crushed. So this book did bring back memories because my pup was unruly. Unfortunately I never had a chance to work with her. Anyway this book ...

A Bold Fresh Piece of Humanity

Bill O'Reilly

Broadway, 2008

Bill does it again!
This book is a real gem...it is funny and serious at the same time. Bill O'Reilly has a knack for telling a story and keeping it interesting, all while making his point. Even if you are not religious, this is a great book. If you are a Christian, it is even better!

My Stroke of Insight: A Brain Scientist's Personal Journey

Jill Bolte Taylor

Viking Adult, 2008

A must read!
Dr. Jill is amazing. She's taken what most of us might see as a terrible experience and is changing the world in a positive way. In addition to wriring, she is also a wonderful speaker--because she does both from the heart. This book is especially important for ...

Letter to My Daughter

Maya Angelou

Random House, 2008

Great book
Loved the book amazing read make you think and revalue your own life.....gave it to my young daughter to read Thank you