Review: Animal Farm

Animal Farm by George Orwell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Humorously and truthfully, Orwell looks into not just the then current political tensions but also dives into human nature at its core.

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Review: A Tale of Two Cities

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A book that will never grow old. I enjoy it each and every time I read it. Great for all ages.

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to MBA Basics

author: Tom Gorman
name: Tyler
average rating: 2.00
book published: 1998
rating: 0
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Healing Life's Hurts through Theophostic Prayer

author: Edward M. Smith
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.17
book published: 2002
rating: 0
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As a Man Thinketh

author: James Allen
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.30
book published: 1902
rating: 0
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Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World

author: René Girard
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.25
book published: 1978
rating: 0
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The Case for Christ

author: Lee Strobel
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.08
book published: 1988
rating: 5
read at: 2015/08/25
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A logical look at the evidence for Jesus Christ. I think everyone should read this.


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Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion

author: Robert B. Cialdini
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.12
book published: 1984
rating: 0
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Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies

author: Jared Diamond
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.98
book published: 1997
rating: 0
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The War of the Worlds

author: H.G. Wells
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.77
book published: 1898
rating: 3
read at: 2015/09/01
date added: 2015/11/23
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Fast paced with little character development, this story uses social Darwinism to portray that when man is faced with unprecedented large scale catastrophes, there are no heroes. Only the fittest survive.


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Frankenstein

author: Mary Shelley
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.71
book published: 1818
rating: 5
read at: 2015/10/01
date added: 2015/11/23
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Emotionally contorting, the sinister twists in this book showed me the longing every man has to be accepted and loved. Rejection by a beloved can cause a man to lose his sanity thus result to diabolical and irreversible concoctions.


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To Know Your Self: The Essential Teachings

author: Swami Satchidananda
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.29
book published: 1978
rating: 4
read at: 2015/06/01
date added: 2015/11/23
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An eastern philosophical book that captures many valuable life truths. This book had a profound impact on my life. The author is highly recommended to all searching for answers to life's questions.


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If Protestantism is True

author: Devin Rose
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.98
book published: 2011
rating: 2
read at: 2015/08/01
date added: 2015/11/23
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A decent argument for Catholicism. I found this books arguments rather vague and / or shallow. Nevertheless, it was still worth reading.


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Command a King's Ship (Richard Bolitho, #8)

author: Alexander Kent
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.03
book published: 1973
rating: 0
read at: 2015/07/01
date added: 2015/11/23
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A novel depicting British Navy in the late 1700's which I thoroughly enjoyed. This story captured and kept my attention throughout.


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Over the Edge of the World: Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe

author: Laurence Bergreen
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.06
book published: 2003
rating: 4
read at: 2015/10/11
date added: 2015/11/11
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A book that really brings to life one of the greatest exploration expeditions of all time. Extremely intriguing start to finish.


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Hard Times

author: Charles Dickens
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.49
book published: 1854
rating: 4
read at: 2015/09/01
date added: 2015/11/11
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Another great work by a great author. Highly recommended.


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Organic Outreach for Ordinary People: Sharing Good News Naturally

author: Kevin Harney
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.95
book published: 2009
rating: 3
read at: 2015/09/01
date added: 2015/11/11
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A very practical book on how to reach ordinary people, through ordinary conversations, wherever they may be in life.


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Orthodoxy

author: G.K. Chesterton
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.25
book published: 1908
rating: 5
read at: 2015/08/01
date added: 2015/11/03
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Logical, full of thought provoking statement and composed of beautiful literary devices. This book change my perspective! Highly, highly recommended!


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Zero to One: Notes on Start Ups, or How to Build the Future

author: Peter Thiel
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.35
book published: 2014
rating: 5
read at: 2015/08/16
date added: 2015/11/03
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Very few books have had such an impact on my mind as this one. It challenged my mind to think in new ways. A must read for anyone who wants to have an impact on the future of humanity.


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The Cross and the Beatitudes: Lessons on Love and Forgiveness

author: Fulton J. Sheen
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.16
book published: 2000
rating: 5
read at: 2015/08/01
date added: 2015/11/03
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A great relation of Jesus' ministry on the Mount and to his testimony on the cross. Short book but worth every page!


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The Moon Is Down

author: John Steinbeck
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.86
book published: 1942
rating: 4
read at: 2015/09/01
date added: 2015/11/03
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Not the best written novel, however, the effect it had on fighting Nazi propaganda gives it a great standing in my view of books that impacted a particular culture in a profound positive way. This easy read is great for all ages.


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Care of the Soul: A Guide for Cultivating Depth and Sacredness in Everyday Life

author: Thomas Moore
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.98
book published: 1988
rating: 3
read at: 2015/09/01
date added: 2015/11/03
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A unique look into the human psychology, this book gives a new perspective. However, many of the arguments are not sound in their understanding of the human mind. Still worth reading.


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On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft

author: Stephen King
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.27
book published: 1999
rating: 0
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The Prince

author: Niccolò Machiavelli
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.75
book published: 1532
rating: 5
read at: 2015/07/01
date added: 2015/10/30
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The political theories of this book, with historic examples, gave me a new perspective on monarchies, aristocracies and democracies. Easy to understand and very insightful. I highly recommend.


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The Symposium

author: Plato
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.00
book published: -385
rating: 5
read at: 2015/09/01
date added: 2015/10/30
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A unique look at ancient Greek culture, the men discoursing provided insightful arguments concerning the nature of love.


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He Is There and He Is Not Silent

author: Francis A. Schaeffer
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.21
book published: 1972
rating: 4
read at: 2015/08/01
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Schaeffer's logic is easy to follow and he gives great reasons for believing in a personal God.


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An Army at Dawn: The War in North Africa, 1942-1943 (World War II Liberation Trilogy, #1)

author: Rick Atkinson
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.25
book published: 2002
rating: 5
read at: 2015/07/01
date added: 2015/10/30
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This book, retelling the events of operation torch, was beyond thorough and even at times overwhelming. All in all an incredible read!


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Catholic and Christian: An Explanation of Commonly Misunderstood Catholic Beliefs

author: Alan Schreck
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.97
book published: 1984
rating: 3
read at: 2015/08/01
date added: 2015/10/30
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This book exposed many of my misconceptions of the Catholic Church. A good introduction to Catholicism.


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The City of Ember (Book of Ember, #1)

author: Jeanne DuPrau
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.84
book published: 2003
rating: 3
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An intersting novel. Good for all ages.


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Mystery of the Ages

author: Herbert W. Armstrong
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.77
book published: 1985
rating: 4
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The Bantam New College Latin & English Dictionary, Revised Edition

author: John Traupman
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.26
book published: 1983
rating: 4
read at: 2015/10/28
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Merriam-Webster's Vocabulary Builder

author: Mary Wood Cornog
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.59
book published: 1994
rating: 4
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The Tale of Genji

author: Murasaki Shikibu
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.69
book published: 1008
rating: 4
read at: 2015/07/12
date added: 2015/10/28
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A story of the unbelievable power of love and a man's highs and lows in life while searching for it.


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AWOL on the Appalachian Trail

author: David "AWOL" Miller
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.85
book published: 2006
rating: 3
read at: 2015/07/10
date added: 2015/10/28
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Simply inspired me to desire to traverse an awesome trail. Luckily it just so happens to be in my back yard!


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Totem and Taboo

author: Sigmund Freud
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.49
book published: 1913
rating: 4
read at: 2015/08/18
date added: 2015/10/20
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Freud's perspective has shaped modern philosophy; he is a must read for those trying to uncover modern culture.


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The Memory Book: The Classic Guide to Improving Your Memory at Work, at School, and at Play

author: Harry Lorayne
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.99
book published: 1974
rating: 5
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A must read for anyone trying to better their memory. Practical, useful tips that can be implemented to all aspects of life.


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Heretics

author: G.K. Chesterton
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.17
book published: 1905
rating: 5
read at: 2015/07/15
date added: 2015/10/19
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Magnificent piece of art! The writing style and format is superb; the arguments are irrefutable. I could read this book 10 times and still enjoy it!


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Surprised by Joy: The Shape of My Early Life

author: C.S. Lewis
name: Tyler
average rating: 4.14
book published: 1955
rating: 4
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An interesting look into Lewis' early life and his transformation from atheism to Christianity. A good introduction to his writings.


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The Shack

author: Wm. Paul Young
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.69
book published: 2007
rating: 4
read at: 2015/08/01
date added: 2015/10/17
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An emotionally stirring, captivating and simple tale.


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Merriam-Webster's Vocabulary Builder

author: Mary Wood Cornog
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average rating: 4.59
book published: 1994
rating: 0
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David Copperfield

author: Charles Dickens
name: Tyler
average rating: 3.94
book published: 1849
rating: 4
read at: 2015/09/23
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