Ho Chi Minh: A Life by William J. Duiker My rating: 5 of 5 stars I’ve always been fascinated by Ho Chi Minh, one of history’s most mysterious yet prominent figures. I’ve read what little there is on him over the years, and then finally came across this book, William Duiker’s Ho Chi Minh: A …
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Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life by Steve Martin My rating: 5 of 5 stars Steve Martin's autobiography is a charming, witty, humorous, and at times sobering tale of his life as a stand up comedian, including everything that led up to that point. It starts with his family, when he was a boy in …
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Ubik by Philip K. Dick My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wow! Ubik was a wild ride, even by Philip K. Dick's standards. Or perhaps a better way of putting it is the book meets the high standards he creates for his works, and then some! As the book begins, we meet Glen Runciter, head …
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At Empire's Edge by William C. Dietz My rating: 5 of 5 stars I thoroughly enjoyed this sci fi novel by William Dietz. It was fast moving and action packed, particularly as the novel progressed. It's military sci fi, so if you go for that, it's a good book. The book is about Jak Cato, …
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Magic Kingdom For Sale/Sold by Terry Brooks My rating: 5 of 5 stars This was a charming book when I read it at its 1986 publication and it remains charming today. I can't believe I've gone so long without rereading this book! It's lightweight fantasy, an easy read, and one you won't be able to …
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