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Blackwater: The Rise of the World’s Most Powerful Mercenary Army by Jeremy Scahill

“Blackwater” is a gripping exposé that unveils the rise and controversial activities of Blackwater, a private military contractor.

June 21, 2024 Apple / AUTHOR / Biography / Biography Memoir / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / Business / Computers / GENRE / History / Jeffrey S. Young / Leadership / Management / Nonfiction / Technology / William L. Simon

iCon Steve Jobs: The Greatest Second Act in the History of Business by Jeffrey S. Young , William L. Simon

“iCon Steve Jobs” is a captivating biography that explores the life and career of Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Inc.

June 17, 2024 AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / Crime / Espionage / GENRE / History / Holocaust / Israel / Isser Harel / Jewish / Memoir / Nonfiction / Politics / World War II

The House on Garibaldi Street by Isser Harel

“The House on Garibaldi Street” by Isser Harel is a gripping and insightful account of one of the most significant intelligence operations in history: the capture of Adolf Eichmann.

June 14, 2024 AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / Delphine Schrank / GENRE / History / Nonfiction / Politics

The Rebel of Rangoon: A Tale of Defiance and Deliverance in Burma by Delphine Schrank

“The Rebel of Rangoon” by Delphine Schrank is a captivating narrative that unfolds against the backdrop of Burma (Myanmar)’s oppressive dictatorship.

June 11, 2024 AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / Gareth Porter / GENRE / History / John Kiriakou

The CIA Insider’s Guide to the Iran Crisis: From CIA Coup to the Brink of War by Gareth Porter, John Kiriakou

“The CIA Insider’s Guide to the Iran Crisis: From CIA Coup to the Brink of War” is a book authored by Gareth Porter and John Kiriakou.

June 5, 2024 AUTHOR / Biography / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / Business / Computer Science / Computers / GENRE / History / Michael Swaine / Nonfiction / Paul Freiberger / Programming / Science / Technology

Fire in the Valley: The Birth and Death of the Personal Computer by Michael Swaine, Paul Freiberger

“Fire in the Valley” by Michael Swaine and Paul Freiberger is a captivating account of the rise and fall of the personal computer industry.

May 30, 2024 AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / GENRE / History / Islam / Michael Scheuer / Military Fiction / Nonfiction / Political Science / Politics / Terrorism

Through Our Enemies’ Eyes: Osama bin Laden, Radical Islam, and the Future of America by Michael Scheuer

“Through Our Enemies’ Eyes” by Michael Scheuer offers a unique and controversial view on the terrorist threat from Osama bin Laden and radical Islam.

Imperial Hubris by Michael Scheuer [BOOK REVIEW]

May 27, 2024 American History / AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / GENRE / History / International Relations / Islam / Michael Scheuer / Military Fiction / Nonfiction / Politics / Religion / Terrorism / War

Imperial Hubris: Why the West Is Losing the War on Terror by Michael Scheuer

“Imperial Hubris” by Michael Scheuer is a provocative and controversial critique of Western counterterrorism efforts.

May 23, 2024 American History / Audiobook / AUTHOR / Biography / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / GENRE / History / Journalism / Michael Hastings / Military Fiction / Military History / Nonfiction / Politics / War

The Operators: The Wild and Terrifying Inside Story of America’s War in Afghanistan by Michael Hastings

“The Operators” by Michael Hastings reveals the chaos of America’s war in Afghanistan through firsthand accounts and research, critically examining the conflict.

May 20, 2024 20th Century / AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / European History / GENRE / Historical / History / Ireland / Irish Literature / Nonfiction / Politics / Tim Pat Coogan / World War I

1916: The Easter Rising by Tim Pat Coogan

1916: The Easter Rising by Tim Pat Coogan gives a gripping account of the pivotal event in Ireland’s fight for independence.

May 17, 2024 GADGETS / Kitchen

Amazing Kitchen Gadgets You Can Find on Amazon

Amazing kitchen gadgets that you can find on Amazon. These tools are sure to make your cooking experience a breeze.

May 4, 2024 American History / Audiobook / AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / GENRE / History / Jane Mayer / Law / Military Fiction / Nonfiction / Politics / Terrorism / The United States Of America / War

The Dark Side: The Inside Story of How the War on Terror Turned Into a War on American Ideals by Jane Mayer

“The Dark Side” by Jane Mayer is a thought-provoking exposé that uncovers the erosion of American ideals in the pursuit of counterterrorism.

April 30, 2024 American History / AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / GENRE / History / Linda Robinson / Military Fiction / Military History / Nonfiction / Politics / The United States Of America / War

Masters of Chaos: The Secret History of the Special Forces by Linda Robinson

Masters of Chaos: The Secret History of the Special Forces by Linda Robinson offers a captivating exploration of the world of special forces.

April 23, 2024 AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / Economics / European History / GENRE / Germany / History / Nonfiction / Politics / Russia / Russian History / Soviet Union / Victor Sebestyen / World History

Revolution 1989: The Fall of the Soviet Empire by Victor Sebestyen

Revolution 1989 is an account of the events that led to the collapse of the Soviet Union and the liberation of Eastern Europe.

April 18, 2024 AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / GENRE / History / Ireland / Irish Literature / Nonfiction / Politics / Tim Pat Coogan

The Twelve Apostles: Michael Collins, the Squad, and Ireland’s Fight for Freedom by Tim Pat Coogan

The Twelve Apostles is an historical account about the story of Michael Collins and the IRA’s Squad during Ireland’s fight for independence.

April 14, 2024 American History / Audiobook / AUTHOR / BOOK REVIEWS / BOOKS / GENRE / History / Islam / Lawrence Wright / Military Fiction / Nonfiction / Politics / Religion / Terrorism / War

The Looming Tower: Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11 by Lawrence Wright

“The Looming Tower” by Lawrence Wright is a meticulously researched non-fiction book that delves into the events leading up to the tragic 9/11 terrorist attacks.