http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Book-Reviews:History EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Today's African nations were greatly shaped by the the post-colonial experience of the African continent. Even fifty years after independence, complex issues and overriding themes of Afro-Marxism, independence, nationalism, and big man rule remain prevalent and pervasive. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:14:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-The-Fate-of-Africa-by-Martin-Meredith&id=3209387 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-The-Fate-of-Africa-by-Martin-Meredith&id=3209387 Think of Nazism, and you generally think of brutal, mindless racist thugs. But, not all Nazis were dumb brutes - some were highly educated intellectuals, which makes in some ways their involvement in the Holocaust even worse. Why would otherwise intelligent human beings buy into Nazism and the wholesale death of millions? Check out Murderous Intellectuals by Jonathan Maxwell to find out! Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:15:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reasons-Why-Even-Intelligent-Germans-Bought-Into-Nazism&id=3203213 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reasons-Why-Even-Intelligent-Germans-Bought-Into-Nazism&id=3203213 Larkin Spivey has captured the essence of the intent of the "Battlefields & Blessings" series in this masterpiece of historical significance and devotional excellence. "Stories of Faith and Courage from World War II" is packed with patriotism in the midst of battle and is filled with rich poignant inspiring stories. Spivey's years of experience as an officer in the Marine Corps, his training and a long time professional interest in military history provide him with the insight, credentials, and a wealth of detailed background Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:23:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stories-of-Faith-and-Courage-From-World-War-II-Battlefields-and-Blessings,-by-Larkin-Spivey&id=3174717 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stories-of-Faith-and-Courage-From-World-War-II-Battlefields-and-Blessings,-by-Larkin-Spivey&id=3174717 Juana's courage, strength, and passion amazed me as The Last Queen came of age so vividly under C.W. Gortner's admirable pen. This historical novel is fraught with crushing battles of power and chilling intrigue throughout the courts of her parents, Isabel of Castile and Ferdinand of Aragon, and of her husband, Philip of Flanders, as the Infanta of Spain attempts to take her rightful place on the thrown she inherited from her mother. My soul was struck as I witnessed, through Gortner's well paced story, the agony Juana endured as her faithless husband raped her night after night, as she was forced to leave her first born behind in Flanders and another child taken from her breast by her father to raise as his own, and as she ultimately succumbed to the captivity that often befell women of royalty in those times. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:56:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Captivating-Throne-of-Passion-Juana-La-Loca&id=2917028 http://ezinearticles.com/?Captivating-Throne-of-Passion-Juana-La-Loca&id=2917028 The Burning Land the new Book form Bernard Cornwell author of the Sharpe series of books is out on the 1st of October in the UK. His previous novel 'Azincourt' sold well entering the New York Times list at number 4, and stayed there for a number of weeks, Azincourt was reported to sell over 100,000 copies in the UK in its first month since publication. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:16:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Burning-Land-The-New-Bernard-Cornwell-Book&id=3081674 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Burning-Land-The-New-Bernard-Cornwell-Book&id=3081674 Recommended by a friend in my graduate program in Portland, Ryszard Kapuscinski's Imperium stands apart as an amazing piece of journalistic history of the former Soviet Union. For those interested in the realities of the different republics of the Soviet Union from the late 1930s to the early 1990s, this is one of the best books I have had the pleasure of reading. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:47:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Imperium-by-Ryszard-Kapuscinski&id=3070027 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Imperium-by-Ryszard-Kapuscinski&id=3070027 This book gives a very different view of recent American history. It is extremely highly recommended. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:40:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-Dr-Marys-Monkey&id=3078487 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-Dr-Marys-Monkey&id=3078487 The fire and subsequent disaster in Chernobyl on April 26, 1986, was one of the largest nuclear disasters of all time. Located in the Ukraine, which was then a part of the Soviet Union, the Chernobyl incident was mismanaged and covered up by a weakening government. Svetlana Alexievich's Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster (translated by Keith Gessen) is a collection of stories and memories that are equal parts history and horror. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:46:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Voices-From-Chernobyl-by-Svetlana-Alexievich&id=3064215 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Voices-From-Chernobyl-by-Svetlana-Alexievich&id=3064215 Jaswant Singh's latest book on Jinnah and partition of India is a well written and scholarly work. Jawant writes against the general grain of Hindu thought that Jinnah was a villain. He brings out the fact that Jinnah was a secular individual who was driven by the Hindu leaders of the Congress to become a sole spokesperson of the Indian Muslims. The book is an attempt to rationalize the role of Jinnah in the partition of the country. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:15:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-of-Jaswant-Singhs-Jinnah,-India,-Partition,-Independence&id=2911518 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-of-Jaswant-Singhs-Jinnah,-India,-Partition,-Independence&id=2911518 The term Renaissance means "rebirth" or "reawakening". This term was widely spread all over the "Dark Age". The wave of Renaissance started in Italy during 14th Century. Gradually the huge wave came towards Europe and England. Renaissance created a storm in each and every field of human lives. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:35:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reflection-Of-Renaissance-In-Marlows-Dr-Faustus&id=2993363 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reflection-Of-Renaissance-In-Marlows-Dr-Faustus&id=2993363 Different gladiators specialized in different weapons and tactics and have different armours. According to the weapons they use, there were several types (classes)of gladiators. The Samnites fought with a short sword, a rectangular shield, a sallet, an arm prorector on the right arm and a greave on the left leg. Sun, 04 Oct 2009 23:08:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Types-of-Gladiators&id=3010590 http://ezinearticles.com/?Types-of-Gladiators&id=3010590 We all know that we cannot believe everything in our High School History books as gospel, in fact, the we seem to change our history ever 10-20 years just to make it jive with what we want kids to be like when they grow up. Even the History Channel, which is a great way to teach kids, yes, and adults history, is not perfect. So, how can we get a better sense of it all you ask? Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:04:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Want-to-Learn-Some-History-Like-to-Read?&id=3014770 http://ezinearticles.com/?Want-to-Learn-Some-History-Like-to-Read?&id=3014770 Adrian Tinniswood's re-telling of the Great Fire of London in 1666 is an exciting read for enthusiasts of Restoration England. However after the author chronicles the events of the conflagration, the book drags. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 18:39:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?By-Permission-of-Heaven-The-True-Story-of-the-Great-Fire-of-London-by-Adrian-Tinniswood&id=3014067 http://ezinearticles.com/?By-Permission-of-Heaven-The-True-Story-of-the-Great-Fire-of-London-by-Adrian-Tinniswood&id=3014067 Martin Luther King, Jr., delivered a speech entitled, "Beyond Vietnam: A Time to Break The Silence," in New York City on April 4, 1967. He stirred the souls in the audience. He made numerous points during the speech which many took to heart. His speech is longed remembered by many. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:45:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beyond-Vietnam-A-Time-to-Break-Silence-Analysis!&id=2884858 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beyond-Vietnam-A-Time-to-Break-Silence-Analysis!&id=2884858 There is a need for good historical work in Manipur. A civilization with 2000 years of history lacks accurate, genuine and well researched work to feel us proud. Though several attempts have been done in the past, it is not up to the expectations of readers and researchers. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:35:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Nupi-Lan-(Womens-War-of-Manipur)&id=1819991 http://ezinearticles.com/?Nupi-Lan-(Womens-War-of-Manipur)&id=1819991 Bo Macreery, the author of the novel "Why We Don't Kill Spiders," is one of those rare writers who can pull a long forgotten period of history off a dusty book shelf and breathe fresh, new life into it; turning it into a rich and vibrant tale that resonates with the world we live in today. "Why We Don't Kill Spiders" chronicles the heroic efforts of Robert the Bruce to achieve Scottish independence through a series of battles; culminating in his victory over King Edward II of England at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:12:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Scottish-Throne-Reclaimed-Bo-MacCreerys-Masterful-Retelling-of-an-Ancient-Tale&id=2881561 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Scottish-Throne-Reclaimed-Bo-MacCreerys-Masterful-Retelling-of-an-Ancient-Tale&id=2881561 Hurricane Katrina, a disaster of Biblical proportions, is no longer in the news but the devastation of the land and the victimization of the residents of the Gulf Coast continue. Philip Harris's Raping Louisiana - A Diary of Deceit addresses the aftermath of the storm through the eyes of Steve Burgoyne, a middle aged truck driver from upstate New York. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:30:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Raping-Louisiana-A-Book-About-the-Katrina-Disaster-and-Its-Continued-Aftermath&id=988625 http://ezinearticles.com/?Raping-Louisiana-A-Book-About-the-Katrina-Disaster-and-Its-Continued-Aftermath&id=988625 Most of the people know that Bran Castle, close to Brasov town in Romania, is the "Dracula's Castle". But which is the historical truth? Which is the real castle of Dracula? And where is it? Here is where you can find the story of the mysterious real Dracula's castle. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:21:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Which-is-the-Real-Vlad-Dracula-Castle?&id=2865157 http://ezinearticles.com/?Which-is-the-Real-Vlad-Dracula-Castle?&id=2865157 "The English had been the major factor in the destruction of Iberian imperialism; on its ruins they erected the informal imperialism of free trade and investment." (155) In this statement, buried late in Barbara and Stanley Stein's micro-tome on the economic dependence of both Spain and its new-world colonies through the last few centuries, sums up what the pair prodigiously expound. Anything but terse, the Steins move with thorough inspection; from pre-colonial economic webs and hierarchical constraints that existed in Europe that framed the manner in which the Spanish and Portuguese would carry out their affairs across the Atlantic. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:00:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-the-Colonial-Heritage-of-Latin-America-by-Barbara-and-Stanley-Stein&id=2304439 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-the-Colonial-Heritage-of-Latin-America-by-Barbara-and-Stanley-Stein&id=2304439 The Secret Speech by Tom Rob Smith is a historical yet very intense and exciting novel. Another masterpiece Tom Rob Smith was published since Child 44. The setting of the story is on Soviet Grounds in 1956. During this war era between the government and the civilians, everyone had seen the terror of the effect of government taking over the whole society. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:44:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Secret-Speech-by-Tom-Rob-Smith-Book-Review&id=2482189 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Secret-Speech-by-Tom-Rob-Smith-Book-Review&id=2482189 World War II brought the Catholic Church into conflict with the Germany and the Soviet Union. Once again the battle between good and evil was waged, But this time the devil found a chink in the Catholic Church's armor. This story of a spy's efforts to destroy the Catholic Church will leave you speechless. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:34:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?AA-1025-Memoirs-of-an-Anti-Apostle-A-Book-Review&id=2758237 http://ezinearticles.com/?AA-1025-Memoirs-of-an-Anti-Apostle-A-Book-Review&id=2758237 Belle was a true Southerner but she was not the typical "belle" as we think of most women of the south. True, she might have worn the big-hooped gowns, learned how to flirt with gentlemen as part of her training, and had her first "season" in Washington with the intent to find a suitable husband. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:59:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Shenandoah-Spy-Begins-Exciting-Civil-War-Series!&id=2760974 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Shenandoah-Spy-Begins-Exciting-Civil-War-Series!&id=2760974 This may be one of the most important books you read this year. Richard North Patterson's latest novel is a compelling drama that will leave readers stunned. The novel is based upon the life of human rights activist Ken Saro-Wiwa who was hanged in Nigeria fifteen years ago. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:58:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Eclipse-Compelling-Drama-is-a-Must-Read!&id=2758429 http://ezinearticles.com/?Eclipse-Compelling-Drama-is-a-Must-Read!&id=2758429 As a person that has made many trips to Niagara Falls during my years, I especially looked forward to reading this book. I was not disappointed. Cathy Buchanan has written a lovely love story combined with some of the many historical occurrences in the Niagara Falls area. While the main characters in the story are fictional their deeds are very closely aligned with true history. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:57:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Day-the-Falls-Stood-Still-Written-by-Cathy-Marie-Buchanan&id=2751219 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Day-the-Falls-Stood-Still-Written-by-Cathy-Marie-Buchanan&id=2751219 Toni Morrison is one of the most renowned black writers from the United States of America with numerous honors to her credit. She made her debut as a novelist in 1970 and soon gained the attention of both critics and a wider audience for her epic themes, her unerring ear for vividly expressive dialogue fusing the rhythms of African American speech patterns and music with other literary influences thus creating an entirely new discourse, and her poetically-charged and richly-expressive depictions of Black American life and experience through richly detailed portrayals of black characters. Wed, 12 Aug 2009 09:05:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Distinctive-and-Distinguished-Literary-Profile-Paving-Toni-Morrisons-Way-in-American-Letters&id=2583499 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Distinctive-and-Distinguished-Literary-Profile-Paving-Toni-Morrisons-Way-in-American-Letters&id=2583499 "The Saint and the Fasting Girl" by Anna Richenda took me by surprise. It's historical fiction, a genre I don't normally read, but the story and the strength of the writing hooked me immediately. I could not put it down. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:23:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Saint-and-the-Fasting-Girl-by-Anna-Richenda&id=2729679 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Saint-and-the-Fasting-Girl-by-Anna-Richenda&id=2729679 "The Devil's Queen: A Novel of Catherine de Medici" is the first book I have read by Jeanne Kalogridis. The heroine is a real person with a fascinating story that kept me totally engrossed. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:44:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Devils-Queen-A-Novel-of-Catherine-De-Medici-by-Jeanne-Kalogridis&id=2713246 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Devils-Queen-A-Novel-of-Catherine-De-Medici-by-Jeanne-Kalogridis&id=2713246 There are scores of books about the American Civil War that give a more comprehensive account of that war than Charles Frazier's "Cold Mountain." Over 600,000 Americans died, more than in any other of America's wars. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 11:55:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Thirteen-Moons&id=754697 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Thirteen-Moons&id=754697 This is a history lesson pertaining to pre-WWI and during WWI, and even a few bits about the start of WWII. The Desert Baron was Friedrich Kress von Kressenstein, who I will refer to as Kress in this review. Kress was a war hero as well as a very decent humanitarian when it came to planning, fighting, and concluding a battle. He was a rare tactical expert beyond most other leaders and became quite well known by other officers and government decision makers. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:02:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Desert-Baron-Written-by-Conrad-Creasy&id=2681529 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Desert-Baron-Written-by-Conrad-Creasy&id=2681529 Separated from their families by civil war, traversing deserts and mountains with little food or water, no medical care and no protection from wild animals, these boys walked approximately 1,000 miles to reach safe refuge. "The Journey of the Lost Boys" offers readers a chronological timeline of the epic journey taken by these children, beginning in their rural villages of Southern Sudan and ending with their arrival as young men to the United States. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 09:53:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-For-The-Journey-of-the-Lost-Boys,-Author-Joan-Hecht&id=165255 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-For-The-Journey-of-the-Lost-Boys,-Author-Joan-Hecht&id=165255 Every man in the course of their existence wonders about many things in their life. The impacts they have had on others and the impacts that others have had on them. There are even some that question the wrong events that have transpired in their short history here. But if I had to recommend anything to any man it would be to read this book by John Eldredge, "Wild at Heart." Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:33:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wild-at-Heart&id=447188 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wild-at-Heart&id=447188 From a classic feudal hierarchical that was the Hermit Kingdom as it was know in the east a long time ago to a country that was obsessed to industrialization (South Korea) and military prowess (North Korea), the novel covers half a century of transition by portraying three generations of a Yang-ban Clan "Min". During the time of Lord Min Gong-ju, Korea was a nation where vast quantities of lands were divided for the privileged few whether acquired by procurement or by the kings' grants as a reward. Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:30:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?One-Thousand-Chestnut-Trees-Part-I&id=2589746 http://ezinearticles.com/?One-Thousand-Chestnut-Trees-Part-I&id=2589746 So far, Jasch has been a survivor. When he is born in 1885, infant mortality rates are extremely high. He is the only survivor of six children. His mother dies ten years later. As a young man, Jasch serves in the Medical Corp as a "conscientious objector" during World War One. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:48:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Jaschs-Letter-From-Hell-Russian-Gulag-History&id=2574268 http://ezinearticles.com/?Jaschs-Letter-From-Hell-Russian-Gulag-History&id=2574268 Writing letters to the "West" during Stalin's Reign of Terror was a criminal offense. Sending or receiving a letter could result in arrest without trial. Entire families were sentenced to prison camps in Stalin's vast Gulag. Remarkably, the world knows little of these catastrophic events. Yet 463 letters, written from the prisons of the Gulag and from home villages arrived in a tiny town in the Canadian prairies. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:46:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Remember-Us-Letters-From-Stalins-Gulag-(1930-37)-Volume-One&id=2574232 http://ezinearticles.com/?Remember-Us-Letters-From-Stalins-Gulag-(1930-37)-Volume-One&id=2574232 I have read many books about various wars. WWII has always been my favorite war to read about and study since I was seven-years old when it started. That day, December 7, 1941 will never be forgotten by me. I know where I was and what my family was doing there. However, I have never read a book that so vividly took me into the heart of Germany and into the shoes of a German military member as he served his nation. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:10:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Honorable-German-Written-by-Charles-McCain&id=2571548 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Honorable-German-Written-by-Charles-McCain&id=2571548 They are everywhere, they are nowhere, but few really understand who "They" are. They are the NSA, the National Security Agency and their job is no easy task considering the massive information flow in the modern world and information age. We've all heard about them, understand their basic mission, but if you really want to get a good look on the inside. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:14:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Look-at-the-History-of-and-Inside-the-NSA-A-Book-Review-of-the-World-of-Intelligence&id=2559453 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Look-at-the-History-of-and-Inside-the-NSA-A-Book-Review-of-the-World-of-Intelligence&id=2559453 Written by a former revolutionary, this book captures not only the scene, politics and strategy of the revolution that lead to a US defeat, but also runs as an prophetic allegory to the US policies in the Middle East. A revolution is a struggle between the future and the past. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:21:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Review-of-the-Sandino-Affair-by-Neill-Macaulay&id=2541248 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Review-of-the-Sandino-Affair-by-Neill-Macaulay&id=2541248 Believe it or not Ronald Reagan has had some 300 books written about him over the years, far more than any of his contemporaries, or our former heads of state. Of course, history tells us why, and we should not be surprised. Still, having read perhaps 5 or more books over the years on this president, most favorable, a couple not, I have come to the conclusion that the best book about his days in office is a book that I'd surely like to recommend to you. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:28:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-About-the-Real-Scoop-on-the-Reagan-Administration-Book-Review&id=2550071 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-About-the-Real-Scoop-on-the-Reagan-Administration-Book-Review&id=2550071 People say you can't judge a book by its cover. Maybe so; but the minute I laid eyes on the cover of Hell Hawks: The Untold Story of the American Fliers Who Savaged Hitler's Wehrmacht, I had to read the book. Why? Because I wanted to find out if these guys really did savage the Wehrmacht; and if so, why has their story remained untold? Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:47:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Hell-Hawks,-the-Untold-Story-of-American-Fliers-Who-Savaged-Hitlers-Wehrmacht&id=2516396 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Hell-Hawks,-the-Untold-Story-of-American-Fliers-Who-Savaged-Hitlers-Wehrmacht&id=2516396 Anyone that is a Civil War buff must read this book. The author has put the reader in the field of battle, the meeting and social rooms of both the north and the south, and spying to gain advantage for their side. The Civil War was the most deadly and brutal hand-to-hand combat ever fought that we know of. In many cases it was brother against brother, family against family, friend against friend, and complete lack of care on the field of battle of who or how you killed all of the above. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:49:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Death-Piled-Hard&id=2460537 http://ezinearticles.com/?Death-Piled-Hard&id=2460537 Anyone that is a Civil War buff must read this book. The author has put the reader in the field of battle, the meeting and social rooms of both the north and the south, and spying to gain advantage for their side. The Civil War was the most deadly and brutal hand-to-hand combat ever fought that we know of. In many cases it was brother against brother, family against family, friend against friend, and complete lack of care on the field of battle of who or how you killed all of the above. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:14:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Death-Piled-High&id=2460537 http://ezinearticles.com/?Death-Piled-High&id=2460537 Author uncovers 160 year-old History Mystery and has a historic find. The Shipwreck/cast away drama "Wildflower" The Barbara Crawford Thompson Story has bounced into notoriety since it was first published as a book in February 2008. In March 1843, three girls from the one family went missing from their home in Sydney. Six years later in October 1849, the youngest girl was found living with headhunters in the Torres Strait at the northern tip of Australia. Since that time the story has been hushed up by family and officials, so well that historians and Authors have been baffled while trying to discover the truth behind the three girls disappearance. The book "Wildflower" The Barbara Crawford Thompson Story has created modern history in that the family of the two older girls found that they were related to the book's heroine 160 years after the girls had gone missing. The book was quickly borrowed from a library and the Author was contacted, this came as a shock, not only to the family but also to the Author who had hoped but not expected to ever find the missing girls. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:45:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wildflower-The-Barbara-Crawford-Thompson-Story&id=2446845 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wildflower-The-Barbara-Crawford-Thompson-Story&id=2446845 The overall theme and objective of In Praise of Shadows is very strong and convincing. China, Japan, and much of Asia were indeed the "victim" of overwhelming westernization. And, reading this book makes one stop and think of some of the effects of westernization and colonization. However, though some of Jun'ichirM Tanizaki's observations are convincing and help to strengthen his overall argument, parts of his writing can be considered irrational and not well thought through. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:15:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?In-Praise-of-Shadows-A-Book-Review&id=2115600 http://ezinearticles.com/?In-Praise-of-Shadows-A-Book-Review&id=2115600 I don't know why the Great American Dustbowl has flown under the radar as a significant event in American History, because the biographical accounts told in this book will inspire you. I never learned much in school about the Dust Bowl in the Great Plains of the United States, so when this book came to my attention it went right to my "must read " list. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:57:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Worst-Hard-Time-The-Untold-Story-of-Those-Who-Survived-the-Great-American-Dustbowl&id=2442378 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Worst-Hard-Time-The-Untold-Story-of-Those-Who-Survived-the-Great-American-Dustbowl&id=2442378 The American Future - A History by Simon Schama takes American history into a different light. This is a must-read book for all of those who love history and for those who care about the future of America. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:55:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-American-Future-A-History-by-Simon-Schama-Book-Review&id=2426029 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-American-Future-A-History-by-Simon-Schama-Book-Review&id=2426029 Issam Jameel, an ex-patriate Iraqi, presents a portrait of Iraq, detailing his recent visit to his homeland and how the country has changed since the fall of Saddam Hussein. Readers will get a new understanding of the Iraq War that the Western media has failed to provide. Fri, 29 May 2009 08:50:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fascinating-Iraqi-Perspective-on-Iraq-War&id=2390709 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fascinating-Iraqi-Perspective-on-Iraq-War&id=2390709 Marianne MacKinnon was born in Germany and was educated at Potsdam, Oxford and at Strathclyde University. At the end of the Second World War she worked for the US and British Military Government in Germany, trained as a nurse in England, and worked in Italy and Spain. Wed, 27 May 2009 09:07:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Slow-Boat-to-Hong-Kong-A-Nostalgic-Journey-by-Marianne-MacKinnon&id=2369954 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Slow-Boat-to-Hong-Kong-A-Nostalgic-Journey-by-Marianne-MacKinnon&id=2369954 Masters and Commanders: How Four Titans Won the War in the West is an intriguing and very interesting novel by Andrew Roberts, historian and biographer. The book takes on a view of four of the most powerful men in the twentieth century, namely Winston Churchill, Franklin Roosevelt, George Marshall and Alan Brooke. Thu, 21 May 2009 10:42:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Masters-and-Commanders-by-Andrew-Roberts-A-Book-Review&id=2374414 http://ezinearticles.com/?Masters-and-Commanders-by-Andrew-Roberts-A-Book-Review&id=2374414 Embedded in his book, Louis Perez asserts through the crafting of popular support, duplicitous diplomacy and military engagement, the US summarily co-opted the war of 1898 in the aim to "weaken the Cuban claim to sovereignty" and inject both moral obligation and patron responsibility into the reasoning of the American forays of imperialism. Perez's book uses a vast amount of excerpts, reports and quotes from US officials, statesmen and first-hand observers to prove the aims he presents... Thu, 21 May 2009 10:42:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Quest-For-the-Gem-of-the-Antilles-Review-of-War-of-1898-by-Louis-Perez-Jr&id=2367897 http://ezinearticles.com/?Quest-For-the-Gem-of-the-Antilles-Review-of-War-of-1898-by-Louis-Perez-Jr&id=2367897 The book "Historic Photos of the Chinese in California" recently came into my possession. It looked like the standard coffee table book of photos. However, there was something about the picture on the cover that caused me to examine it carefully. I was then compelled to turn it over and look at the nine photos reproduced on the back cover. Each one commanded a bit of my time to study it fully. I was drawn to each photo. Thu, 21 May 2009 09:02:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Review-of-Historic-Photos-of-the-Chinese-in-California&id=2367086 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Review-of-Historic-Photos-of-the-Chinese-in-California&id=2367086 The emerging colonial life wasn't easy and held many hardships for the pilgrims. The book about the Mayflower doesn't seem to uncover any new knowledge about the facts but tends to give a better understanding of the Adventure of the Mayflower and its passengers. Also, the condition during the time in England seems to give a clearer picture for the reader. They ventured out on a chance for a new lifestyle and a promising future. It didn't turn out the way they had planned. Everything that possibly could go wrong, did and then more so. Wed, 20 May 2009 10:10:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Great-and-Godly-Adventure-by-Godfrey-Hodgson&id=2352928 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Great-and-Godly-Adventure-by-Godfrey-Hodgson&id=2352928 All together, 7,000 marines went ashore that day at Iwo Jima. They went onshore not realizing that 22,000 Japanese soldiers awaited them. The defending soldiers had the island heavily fortified and were nearly invisible since they had built tunnels underground as well as protective bunkers. The marines were very vulnerable landing on that island beach. The marines were taking on nearly impossible odds that day. It had been an ambush in many ways but the marines knew there were at least some defenses there. When the battle began, the marines were like sitting ducks. Tue, 19 May 2009 10:34:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Flags-of-Our-Fathers-by-James-Bradley&id=2353040 http://ezinearticles.com/?Flags-of-Our-Fathers-by-James-Bradley&id=2353040 Be transported to 1911, when millions of immigrants fled their homelands with hopes to find a better life in America. Working conditions were horrendous in the clothing factories and many men, women, and children were crammed into sewing rooms to earn meager wages. Sun, 17 May 2009 19:05:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Locket-Surviving-the-Triangle-Shirtwaist-Fire&id=2341262 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Locket-Surviving-the-Triangle-Shirtwaist-Fire&id=2341262 The struggle, strife and myth that bears the name Zapata. John Womack JR. brings a highly detailed work to interested readers. Fri, 15 May 2009 13:38:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Bringing-the-Fields-to-the-Federals-Review-of-Zapata-and-the-Mexican-Revolution&id=2343315 http://ezinearticles.com/?Bringing-the-Fields-to-the-Federals-Review-of-Zapata-and-the-Mexican-Revolution&id=2343315 Magnus Mörner introduces his reader to both concepts and details of the centuries long process of miscegenation, the racial mixing and acculturation, that culminated in the national character of Latin America. This blending over time is awash in regional political, religious, and social intrigue. Thu, 07 May 2009 13:57:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Race-Mixture-in-the-History-of-Latin-America-by-Magnus-Morner&id=2304452 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Race-Mixture-in-the-History-of-Latin-America-by-Magnus-Morner&id=2304452 In the ebb and flow of the trans-cultural tides, the three major hubs; Rio, Havana and Buenos Aires were actively embracing and contradicting the neo-African dance, tradition and merriment that was incubating in the warmth of the Latin American sun and in the heat of the dance-halls, Carnival parades and brothels. Sharing some key aspects of heritage, the dance and rhythms found in these three ports truly explain the queer relationship that the dances have in the ways of transferring culture across both continents, races and social castes, fomenting both reprisals and nationalism at various times. Thu, 07 May 2009 13:46:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Heard-in-the-Echoes-of-African-Drums&id=2304413 http://ezinearticles.com/?Heard-in-the-Echoes-of-African-Drums&id=2304413 The Basque and their culture is somewhat of a mystery to most of the world, it is one of the most fascinating people in the world, with strong values and sense of community. It is a noble culture with integrity, and loyalty to its own. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:59:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learn-More-About-the-History-of-the-Basque-Audio-Book-Review&id=2247855 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learn-More-About-the-History-of-the-Basque-Audio-Book-Review&id=2247855 Not long ago, Hugo Chavez of Venezuela told the World Media that President Barack Obama was naïve about Latin America and needed to do a little research and reading to understand all the evil that the United States had caused upon Latin America. During the so-called Latin American Summit, Hugo Chavez used an old media propaganda trick and handed the young newcomer to the white house a book. That book was: Tue, 21 Apr 2009 09:45:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-of-Spilt-Blood-in-Latin-American-at-the-Hands-of-Outsiders-Book-Review&id=2239471 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-of-Spilt-Blood-in-Latin-American-at-the-Hands-of-Outsiders-Book-Review&id=2239471 We all know that being one of the greatest test pilots of all times is a dangerous and demanding job, but have you ever considered what it would be like to live the life of a test pilot? I mean the whole life, from the time you caught the flying bug, until you really couldn't even get into an aircraft any longer? Most test pilots do not live that long to tell about it. But one did, I feel as if I knew him. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:11:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-of-Tacit-Blue-and-One-of-the-Greatest-Test-Pilots-in-Aviation-History-Book-Review&id=2237622 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-of-Tacit-Blue-and-One-of-the-Greatest-Test-Pilots-in-Aviation-History-Book-Review&id=2237622 This book is based on fact with the names changed. The main people in the story are the Quangels, Anna and Otto, who live in a small apartment as so many did in wartime Germany. Their lives are not private as are their political affiliation. Sat, 18 Apr 2009 09:01:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Every-Man-Dies-Alone-Written-by-Hans-Fallada&id=2230423 http://ezinearticles.com/?Every-Man-Dies-Alone-Written-by-Hans-Fallada&id=2230423 The folks who said, "Hold on to your Confederate Money boys, the South will rise again," were the brunt of many a joke over the years. Now however, the wise ones who kept their paper are laughing all the way to the bank. The South hasn't declared its independence again, but the value of Confederate currency has shot through the roof. Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:21:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Confederate-Currency&id=2223596 http://ezinearticles.com/?Confederate-Currency&id=2223596 This article is a review of the Modern Scholar series course entitled a History of Ancient Israel by Eric Cline. In this article, I will review the course by discussing the author and contents and by giving an overall evaluation. Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:50:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?History-of-Ancient-Israel-Review&id=2167268 http://ezinearticles.com/?History-of-Ancient-Israel-Review&id=2167268 Secret societies and political involvement have both been topics of much debate throughout history. From the Illuminati, to the mafia, all the way through the KKK, people have been fascinated by their very existence. Various genres of literature have tackled these topics, leading to a peaked human interest carried on through this medium and right to big screen productions. It was only a matter of time that so-called connections were made between news-making events happening in daily society and prominent figures in the political arena. They are the people we look towards for direction and leadership, yet still they fall victim to character flaws and associations. Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:27:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Americas-Assassinations-and-Aspirations-by-Robert-Bruce-Baird-Reader-Review&id=2189942 http://ezinearticles.com/?Americas-Assassinations-and-Aspirations-by-Robert-Bruce-Baird-Reader-Review&id=2189942 The environmental pollution of our air, land, and water concern me as an alternative health provider, as it should for any human on the planet. Rachel Carson was an early leader in exposing man's potential to destroy the environment. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:43:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Appreciation-of-Rachel-Carson-and-Silent-Spring&id=2151201 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Appreciation-of-Rachel-Carson-and-Silent-Spring&id=2151201 The author describes Jackson as a transformational President and a model for the modern day role of the Executive branch. It contains unique insights into the man and his contemporary adversaries. Tue, 07 Apr 2009 15:19:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Old-Hickory-A-Model-of-Presidential-Toughness&id=2172193 http://ezinearticles.com/?Old-Hickory-A-Model-of-Presidential-Toughness&id=2172193 Collection of Vietnam war poetry and prose provides multiple voices and view of Vietnam war. Stories include fictional accounts of the war, eyewitness memories of what happened, and stories of returning to civilian life. Veterans explain the difficulties of war and how it changed them forever. Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:01:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stunning-New-Diverse-Collection-of-Vietnam-War-Prose-and-Poetry-Makes-War-Come-Alive&id=2157814 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stunning-New-Diverse-Collection-of-Vietnam-War-Prose-and-Poetry-Makes-War-Come-Alive&id=2157814 This article is a review of the Modern Scholar series course entitled a History of Ancient Israel by Eric Cline. In this article, I will review the course by discussing the author and contents and by giving an overall evaluation. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:13:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?History-of-Ancient-Israel-Review&id=2167268 http://ezinearticles.com/?History-of-Ancient-Israel-Review&id=2167268 The environmental pollution of our air, land, and water concern me as an alternative health provider, as it should for any human on the planet. Rachel Carson was an early leader in exposing man's potential to destroy the environment. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:00:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Appreciation-of-Rachel-Carson-and-Silent-Spring&id=2151201 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Appreciation-of-Rachel-Carson-and-Silent-Spring&id=2151201 To fully understand the memoirs of Lady Hyegyong, one must first understand the political circumstances at the time. At this period of the ChosOn Dynasty there were two major political parties, that of the Soron and the Noron. Crown Prince Sado was on the side of the Soron and his wife, Lady Hyegyong, followed her father on the Noron side. There was destined to be some degree of discord politically in the couple's marriage from the beginning. Though westerners may have mixed opinions about Lady Hyegyong, Koreans, for the majority, believe that Lady Hyegyong showed much more support for her father than she ever did for her husband, the Crown Prince. After all, the marriage between the two was a decision made by parents-not desired by either of them. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:09:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Memoirs-of-Lady-Hyegyong-A-Book-Review&id=2115613 http://ezinearticles.com/?Memoirs-of-Lady-Hyegyong-A-Book-Review&id=2115613 'Emperor of China' is a detailed look into the life of the great Emperor K'ang-hsi. The Emperor himself acts as the book's narrator; thus, it is interesting to see K'ang-hsi's point of view on many of the historical events that occurred during his reign. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:34:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Emperor-of-China-A-Book-Review&id=2118259 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Emperor-of-China-A-Book-Review&id=2118259 During World War II millions of young men were uprooted from their daily lives. Many small town boys were suddenly thrown into a massive group of men being trained to fight on foreign soil. Ken Krueger was no exception. This independently published book does justice to Ken's past, bringing out his story in a way that lets the reader relate to his true experiences. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:37:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Soldiers-True-Story-of-Triumph-and-Tears&id=2109207 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Soldiers-True-Story-of-Triumph-and-Tears&id=2109207 The approach the author took for this book is intriguing. It is not a catalog of a product and its variants, nor a collection of accounts in combat. The author investigates how and why the Sherman Tank was developed, the technical and bureaucratic interplay, and how its evolution was affected by U.S. combat experiences in World War II. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:37:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sherman-Tank-History-Revealed&id=2101641 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sherman-Tank-History-Revealed&id=2101641 Over 600,000 Americans died during the Civil War. This book tells that story in the fine dramatic prose of the post-Victorian era. This is a comprehensive textual work that is supported by hundreds of actual battlefield photographs. Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:04:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?American-Era-History-Book-Review-The-Civil-War-Through-the-Camera&id=2064580 http://ezinearticles.com/?American-Era-History-Book-Review-The-Civil-War-Through-the-Camera&id=2064580 It was truly the Garden of Eden. Birds, fish, and animals of every size and description thrived together in a landscape of lush tropical vegetation amongst exotic flowers and palm trees that rose in some places to more than one hundred feet; all relatively untouched by man. This was the Florida Everglades region of Southwest Florida in the 1700s; the departure point for James Hammond's fascinating and well researched book, "Florida's Vanishing Trail." Thu, 12 Mar 2009 09:48:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Floridas-Vanishing-Trail-by-James-Hammond&id=2065308 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Floridas-Vanishing-Trail-by-James-Hammond&id=2065308 Dan Oja presents the story of the six Koski brothers of Ishpeming, Michigan, who all fought in World War II. The subtitle of Ordinary Heroes is Six Stars in the Window, reflecting the six stars, one for each brother, sewn on a flag in the window of the family home. By the end of the war, one brother would not return. This moving tale of family and war is captured in digital book format, complete with family interviews, actual letters from the soldiers, and incredible video footage from the war. Truly an interactive reading experience, Ordinary Heroes: Six Stars in the Window is hands down one of the best books ever written about World War II. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:55:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Incredible-Digital-Book-About-Six-Brother-Soldiers-Makes-World-War-II-Come-Alive!&id=2003911 http://ezinearticles.com/?Incredible-Digital-Book-About-Six-Brother-Soldiers-Makes-World-War-II-Come-Alive!&id=2003911 I was once told by another Revolutionary War buff, after reading a good book on that period of our history, that the best book on that war was April Morning. Naturally I had to purchase it and read this "best book" and I do admit it is a great story of one day in a very important time of our nations history. April 19, 1775 is the day that Howard Fast writes about. Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:10:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?April-Morning-Written-by-Howard-Fast&id=2022004 http://ezinearticles.com/?April-Morning-Written-by-Howard-Fast&id=2022004 At the peak of World War II...a small band of daredevil Italian Navymen roved the Mediterranean Sea and raised devastating havoc. These were the "frogmen," the pilots of human-torpedoes and self-exploding Eboats...a new type of warrior. (p. 5) Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:59:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Frogmen-Major-Efforts-During-World-War-II-Explored&id=1039524 http://ezinearticles.com/?Frogmen-Major-Efforts-During-World-War-II-Explored&id=1039524 It is widely known that the German panzer corps were one of Hitler's most formidable weapons during his conquest of Europe. What is not well known is that more than 25% of German tanks used were not actually German in origin. In Hitler's Great Panzer Heist: Germany's Foreign Armor in Action, 1939-45, Anthony Tucker-Jones brings us the staggering numbers of foreign armor that were appropriated or captured throughout Europe and North Africa. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:49:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Hitler-Inherited-His-Tank-Army&id=1962278 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Hitler-Inherited-His-Tank-Army&id=1962278 Northwest New Mexico transcends time with the lush cultural history of Native America. Connie Gotsch captures the essence of National Treasures in this compelling read about the Art and life of a Reporter recovering from tragedy. Shelby McCoy's story brings tears to your eyes and laughter to your heart. Mon, 16 Feb 2009 13:55:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Snap-Me-a-Future-A-Review&id=312670 http://ezinearticles.com/?Snap-Me-a-Future-A-Review&id=312670 The Other Boleyn Girl by Phillipa Gregory is about the life of Mary Boleyn, the mistress of King Henry VIII and the sister of Anne Boleyn, Henry's second wife. Gregory paints an intriguing story of love, jealousy and betrayal by weaving facts and fiction. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:59:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Other-Boleyn-Girl-by-Philippa-Gregory-Book-Review&id=1945915 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Other-Boleyn-Girl-by-Philippa-Gregory-Book-Review&id=1945915 This article is a review of Red Land, Black Land: Daily Life in Ancient Egypt by Barbara Mertz (the audio version).  I will give my thoughts on the author, a brief overview of the contents and an overall evaluation. I had just finished listening to Temples, Tombs and Hieroglyphs by the same author and was impressed with Mertz's writing. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:56:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Daily-Life-in-Ancient-Egypt-Review&id=1940137 http://ezinearticles.com/?Daily-Life-in-Ancient-Egypt-Review&id=1940137 This article is a review of Temples, Tombs, and Hieroglyphs: A Popular History of Ancient Egypt by Barbara Mertz.  I am particularly reviewing the audio edition.  From the text, one can tell that Mertz is an outstanding scholar in the area of Egyptology. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:33:27 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Popular-History-of-Ancient-Egypt-Review&id=1901939 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Popular-History-of-Ancient-Egypt-Review&id=1901939 Few would argue with the assertion Erich von Manstein ranked among the best operational level military commanders of the Second World War, if not the best. Nevertheless, because of Manstein's decisions during and after the War, he also ranks among the War's most controversial figures. In spite of Manstein's central role in the War however, there has been no official biography written about him. In Field Marshal von Manstein, The Janus Head, A Portrait noted military historian Marcel Stein tackles this void in the scholarship on the War. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:10:01 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Of-Field-Marshal-Von-Manstein,-The-Janus-Head,-A-Portrait&id=1885679 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Of-Field-Marshal-Von-Manstein,-The-Janus-Head,-A-Portrait&id=1885679 The enemy within is a nonfiction historical account of the development of witch hunts both in Europe and in the American colonies. The author is John Demos who is a professor of history at Yale University and is the author of several articles and books on American history. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:05:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Enemy-Within&id=1885764 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Enemy-Within&id=1885764 To discover the grandfather he never knew, Jeff Badger began tracking down dozens of World War II veterans from the 978th Engineer Maintenance Company, his granddad's unit. Through his new "war buddies," some who told him stories they had never shared before, Jeff began to reconstruct both a life and a very personal vision of a war and the men who fought it. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:06:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Grandson-Researches-Grandfathers-WWII-History&id=1851674 http://ezinearticles.com/?Grandson-Researches-Grandfathers-WWII-History&id=1851674 As the author states, if you are looking for a serious war story, pass up on reading this book. If you want some humorous anecdotes and stories that never made the news, this is for you. Ralph Bittner became the "lawyer" for his various groups while in the service of our nation. Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:36:43 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Soldiers-Vignettes-of-WWII-Written-by-Ralph-Bittner&id=1763914 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Soldiers-Vignettes-of-WWII-Written-by-Ralph-Bittner&id=1763914 Pushing the Bear by Diane Glancy was about the Cherokee Indians' plight on the Trail of Tears. By using both fictional characters and actual historical figures intertwined with actual primary sources, Glancy weaved a convincing story that tells the human experience of the Trail of Tears. This book illustrates the effects of the Indian Removal Act had on the Cherokee. Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:12:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-of-Pushing-the-Bear-by-Diane-Glancy&id=1841693 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-of-Pushing-the-Bear-by-Diane-Glancy&id=1841693 Marion Starkey's 1949 publication of the Salem Witch trials is a well-researched chronicle of the mass hysteria that gripped Salem, Massachusetts in 1692. However, contrary to the subtitle, there are no new insights or enquiries into the one of the most horrific events of pre-colonial New England. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:58:07 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Devil-in-Massachusetts-A-Modern-Enquiry-Into-the-Salem-Witch-Trials-by-Marion-L-Starkey&id=1838006 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Devil-in-Massachusetts-A-Modern-Enquiry-Into-the-Salem-Witch-Trials-by-Marion-L-Starkey&id=1838006 There is a need for good historical work in Manipur. A civilization with 2000 years of history lacks accurate, genuine and well researched work to feel us proud. Though several attempts have been done in the past, it is not up to the expectations of readers and researchers. Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:20:27 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Nupi-Lan-(Womens-War-of-Manipur)&id=1819991 http://ezinearticles.com/?Nupi-Lan-(Womens-War-of-Manipur)&id=1819991 In the memoir "Journey into the Whirling" by Eugenia Ginzburg explained and evaluates his life and the why she and others in her position were arrested for conspiracy against the government. In this memoir Ginzburg talks about her being imprisoned for eighteen years during the great purge. Lenin believed there were enemies in the government, and he would call them "Enemies of the People." He believed that the enemies should be arrested, as these people would have negative impact on the country and the government. Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:37:46 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Great-Purge&id=1803737 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Great-Purge&id=1803737 Based on the real-life exploits of the British special forces Long Range Desert Group during World War II, Killing Rommel pits this elite group against the German Afrika Korps and its legendary commander Field Marshall Erwin Rommel. Author Steven Pressfield brings this narration to life. Set to the point of view of a young lieutenant, he mixes historical facts, real events and even real people into this work of fiction. Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:39:07 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Killing-Rommel&id=1754803 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Killing-Rommel&id=1754803 Venus Rising is a record, not only of historical value, but a personal one of a man's life in the Navy during World War II. Harry William Deal put his memories to paper, not for the first time, but a second time more than 60 years later. A Texan, having seen the ocean only once, joined his friends in the Navy onboard the oil tanker USS Raccoon in the Pacific. Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:37:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Venus-Rising&id=1753902 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Venus-Rising&id=1753902 In this book the author details the activities of up to 400 coast watchers scattered along the coastal areas of the Solomon Islands. These units would hide away in the jungle/mountain areas, keep an eye on Japanese ship movements, and then radio reports to headquarters on what ships were moving into the area. The Japanese most likely would never have been halted if they were able to maintain the element of surprise. But that was taken away, unknowingly to them, by the coast watchers. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:04:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?This-Military-Historian-Records-the-Heroic-Acts-of-Unheralded-Heroes&id=1753384 http://ezinearticles.com/?This-Military-Historian-Records-the-Heroic-Acts-of-Unheralded-Heroes&id=1753384 The story is true but uses an alias for the person that had kept his notes from his actions as an interpreter during WWII in Europe, mostly Germany and France. The name used is Frank van Huegen. His job generally was to interpret words and meanings from suspected spies or known collaborators so the German officials could charge those they suspect, or have simply made up their mind regarding their guilt in actions against the German military. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:06:01 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Interpreter-Written-by-Marcelle-Kellerman&id=1758337 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Interpreter-Written-by-Marcelle-Kellerman&id=1758337 The Domesday book gives every person with a keen interest in history and society to get a chance to see and feel what life in the medieval times was like. Compiled somewhere between 1085 and 1086 AD on the command of King William I of England, the domesday book is the result of a painstaking economic and social survey that was undertaken at that time. Historians differ in opinion on what the primary objectives of the economic and social survey which brought about the Domesday Book was. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:06:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Discover-the-Domesday-Book&id=1738759 http://ezinearticles.com/?Discover-the-Domesday-Book&id=1738759 A Story of justifiable homicide committed by Captain Miles Standish, in self defense, that they don't teach in school. This 100 year old book by Abbott, where I found it is a "must read" to learn about the Pilgrims in more depth. Thu, 27 Nov 2008 20:56:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Thanksgiving-Story-of-Violence&id=1727705 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Thanksgiving-Story-of-Violence&id=1727705 Review of text for online class, Dante University. Jews in Italy provides a historical perspective of the life of Jewish people who moved into Italy throughout history. Includes online narrative by professor as well as historical artwork. Historically significant! Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:09:38 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Perspective-of-Jewish-Communities-in-Italy&id=1695592 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Perspective-of-Jewish-Communities-in-Italy&id=1695592 Take a journey back to World War II. Relive the time side-by-side with with a family who sent six brothers off to war, with one never to return. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:34:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ordinary-Heroes-Six-Stars-in-the-Window-Review&id=1669814 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ordinary-Heroes-Six-Stars-in-the-Window-Review&id=1669814 Earrings From Antiquity is brimming with detailed color photos and drawings of earrings. "Most women possess many pairs of earrings and without them they feel naked." The authors, Mascetti and Triossi, are experts in their field and active as consultants and lecturers to Sothebys, the Metropolitan Museum, the Louvre, and many other repositories of precious gems. If you have ever wondered about a special pair of earrings you inherited or purchased, this book will probably answer your questions. Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:57:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Earrings-From-Antiquity-to-the-Present-2500-Years-of-Earrings-by-D-Mascetti-and-A-Triossi&id=1625883 http://ezinearticles.com/?Earrings-From-Antiquity-to-the-Present-2500-Years-of-Earrings-by-D-Mascetti-and-A-Triossi&id=1625883 The article of Louis Kriesberg has presented 2 case studies about the Central Europe and Middle East conflicts. He wrote a summary of Middle East conflict and the central Europe conflict. He has described the efforts directed for the prevention of their intractability and those, which persuaded their transformation to become more negotiable. With this summary, Kriesberg ideas about the last issue will be presented. Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:21:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Summary-of-Middle-East-Conflict&id=1620966 http://ezinearticles.com/?Summary-of-Middle-East-Conflict&id=1620966 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.