Pocket History of the United States by Henry Steele CommagerMy rating: 3 of 5 starsWriting a pocket history of any nation is a tremendous task I’m sure, but I think a better title would involve “brick” and not “pocket.” The only pocket thing about this book is the surface area of the front and backContinueContinue reading “A Pockey History of the United States: A Book Review”
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In the Shadow of the Broad Brim: A Book Review
In the Shadow of the Broad Brim by Richard Ellsworth Day My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a well-written, light biography and therefore a good introduction to the life of Spurgeon. If Spurgeon’s own autobiography seems too large, I recommend Day’s work. I appreciate how the author divides the book into aspects ofContinueContinue reading “In the Shadow of the Broad Brim: A Book Review”
On Writing – Book Review
Yes, that’s a real wildcat. It’s actually stuffed roadkill. I am not a fan of horror books or films, so I admit that I have never read one of Stephen King’s novels. In fact, I would probably fit into the group of prudes that he affectionately terms “The Legion of Decency.” Guilty. Although IContinueContinue reading “On Writing – Book Review”
My System for Choosing Books to Read
Not really how my library looks, but close.As a book lover, one challenge I do not face is the lack of reading material; rather, the lack of time to read everything I want is my constant affliction. How can I read more books? If finding more time isn’t possible, then I must learn to separateContinueContinue reading “My System for Choosing Books to Read”
Deep Work – Book Review
In my opinion, this is the best non-ministry book for ministry. Cal Newport (professor of computer science at Georgetown University) will teach pastors and preachers how to be productive and accomplish “deep work.” Spurgeon approves. Cal is a unicorn: a rare breed of social-media free Millennial. His success as an influencer in the productivity nicheContinueContinue reading “Deep Work – Book Review”
Joe Cassada 