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| patchworkpeace |
Posted - May 19 2011 : 10:47:44 AM
Hi everyone,
Its been a long time since I've posted, but I haven't stopped reading good books! Here are three of my non-fiction favorites that I read this year.
1)The Town That Food Saved by Ben Hewitt
The author takes the reader on a journey of Hardwick, Vermont's transition from a seedy, mostly unemployed town to a quaint, mostly employed town by becoming a town known for its organic food culture.
What I Liked:
*Ben Hewitt limits his judgments about the people playing out the drama and their ideas. This is nice because he is allowing the reader to formulate their own opinions. A nice change for books about "green" topics!
* It reads almost as smooth as a fiction story. No huge concepts to grasp, just everyday language.
* Good portrayal of the key people, you feel like you know them well.
* Clear explanations of the problems, events, etc.
What I didn't Like:
* Nothing. This book was almost perfect. Not too long, well-written, inspirational in an entrepreneurial sort of way.
What I took away from this book:
Anyone can make a difference, even in today's economical upheaval. Hard work, determination still mean something.
2) Tisha: The Story of a Young Teacher in the Alaska Wilderness by Robert Specht
Why I liked this book:
1)Its a true story about the pioneer days of Alaska
2) Its a book about a woman fighting for what she believes in although the odds are stacked against her
3) Its full of compassion and kindness
4) Its got a full helping of romance, perseverance, adventure and hard work
5) I like the ending.
3) Little Princes: One Man's Promise to Bring Home the Lost Children of Nepal by Conor Grennan
I loved this book!! It contains overcoming seemingly unsurmountable odds, personal and spiritual growth, adventure, romance and a great ending - everything that makes a wonderful book.
If anybody can recommend any books about people achieving a minimalistic lifestyle -- please let me know.
Judy
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Success is measured not by the position one reaches but by the obstacles one has to overcome to reach it. Booker T. Washington |
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| patchworkpeace |
Posted - May 27 2011 : 06:52:06 AM
Jackie,
You may have, it was published in 1976. It's not new, but the story inspires.
Jonni,
Sorry you don't like Little Princes. The writing style is more contemporary and not as polished as "The Town that Food Saved" or "Tisha", but it contains the elements that make up a story that I will love: perseverance, transformation and love.
Success is measured not by the position one reaches but by the obstacles one has to overcome to reach it. Booker T. Washington |
| BalancingAct |
Posted - May 26 2011 : 10:29:55 PM
When was the book "Tisha" published? It sounds like a book I read in high school.
Farmgirl Sister #2851 -"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson |
| BarnChickCecily |
Posted - May 26 2011 : 09:53:08 AM
Definately going to look for The Town that Food Saved...thanks for the suggestions!
Farmgirl Sister # 241
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| herb19355 |
Posted - May 26 2011 : 09:31:19 AM
Kathleen, I just read your book.... The Last Letter, The novel for every daughter who thinks she knows her mother's story..
Wow! Loved it and recommend it highly.
Debi
herb19355
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| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - May 26 2011 : 09:10:18 AM
Judy, I was given Little Princes for Christmas. I started it, and honestly, I just can't get passed the writing style. It's not "holding" my attention like I thought it would. I really want to like it, so I'll probably start on it again in a few months, but right now it's just hanging on the shelf.
Musings from our family in the Bluegrass http://sweetvioletmae.blogspot.com/ |
| patchworkpeace |
Posted - May 26 2011 : 04:43:46 AM
Kathleen,
Your book looks interesting. I will check it out. Congratulations, on winning the regional award!
Success is measured not by the position one reaches but by the obstacles one has to overcome to reach it. Booker T. Washington |
| kathleenshoop |
Posted - May 25 2011 : 1:05:31 PM
Thanks for the reviews, Judy. All three look excellent. I love your varied taste in books--that's how I read, too.
Kathie
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Author, The Last Letter, The novel for every daughter who thinks she knows her mother's story... |
| patchworkpeace |
Posted - May 24 2011 : 06:30:25 AM
Lindsay,
I hope you do. You'll love it! 
Success is measured not by the position one reaches but by the obstacles one has to overcome to reach it. Booker T. Washington |
| Lindsay C |
Posted - May 23 2011 : 7:47:31 PM
Judy, my husband bought me a copy of Tisha a while back and I never have read it. Now I'm thinking that I might have to pick it up.
Lindsay
Farmgirl Sister #1452 |
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