THE AUGUST BOOK REVIEW

FOUNDING BROTHERS, by Joseph J. Ellis
Ellis is an exceptional historian who keeps one foot in the past and the other in the present, relating the pivotal events of American history to current events. He offers intimate examinations of Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Hamilton, among others, bringing them to life as real people, not just historical icons.
His previous book, HIS EXCELLENCY, GEORG WASHINGTON, is equally informative and equally readable.
THE TENDER BAR, by J. R. Moehringer
This personal memoir by a Pulitzer Prize winning newspaper reporter is beautifully written and deeply moving. Moehringer received instructions in life from his Uncle Charlie, the bartender at a famous Long Island bar, who often said to customers, “The greatest contribution you can make to life in an organized society is to patiently wait your turn.” Five stars.
THE LAST OF THE MOHICANS, by James Fenimore Cooper
Cooper’s 19th century novel about 18th century America is a classic and a fascinating read. Though the poetic writing style differs from contemporary books, its intimate description of the struggle to survive on the frontier is very realistic.
FOR WHOME THE BELL TOLLS, by Ernest Hemmingway
Another American classic, a Pulitzer Prize winner, and a total bore.

One foot on either side.

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