A couple of True Crime books that I just read and enjoyed
This one was written by the author of “Black Hawk Down”
This one was written by the author of “Black Hawk Down”
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I have mentioned this book before.
One Second After by William Forstchen
Its amazing. Keep you up at night amazing.
The second and thirds books are just ok. The first one is just amazing.
If you want something a little different , sort of sci fi but not really, look for a book called Einsteins Dreams by Alan Lightman
He has so many good ones. I really enjoyed the recent one about Japan. The Genghis Khan series was good, too, just WAY too long IMO (but that's what you get with Carlin is a deep dive).If you like history and don’t mind advice that is not exactly what you’re asking for, Dan Carlin’s ‘Hardcore History’ podcast is really, really good. The World War 1 series specifically.
It’s basically an audiobook that goes through the entire Western front of the war. It’s amazing.
I know it’s not a book, but it’s great listening while driving/cooking/etc.
If you like history and don’t mind advice that is not exactly what you’re asking for, Dan Carlin’s ‘Hardcore History’ podcast is really, really good. The World War 1 series specifically.
It’s basically an audiobook that goes through the entire Western front of the war. It’s amazing.
I know it’s not a book, but it’s great listening while driving/cooking/etc.
If anyone has a few, I’m always looking for suggestions. Historical Non-fiction, True Crime, World Wars. I haven’t read any Vietnam era stuff but if anyone has any suggestions, I’m interested in reading about the Vietnam War. I read Fiction as well, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thrillers and Mystery/ Suspense.
The Dark Tower series and The Stand are iconic stuff for King.
Love Stephen King, have read a lot of Dean Koontz as well. Enjoyed NOS4A2 by Joe Hill as well, for anyone who doesn’t know Joe Hill is Stephen King’s Son.
If you like WW2 books, 2 of my favorites:
Thanks for the recommendations. Double Cross in particular interests me.Unbroken is one of the best books I have read. I’ll have to check out In Harm’s Way sounds like a good read.
Double Cross by Ben Macintyre is a good one, it’s the true story of the D-Day spies.
1861: The Civil War Awakening by Adam Goodheart, was another I enjoyed.
Operation Mincemeat by Ben Macintyre, is another good one about WWII espionage.
Manhunt by James L. Swanson, this is about the 12 day search for John Wilkes Booth after the assassination of President Lincoln.
Horns is also good imo.
Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill was pretty good as well. If you haven’t already watched the movie based on Horns, count yourself lucky and avoid it. The book was good, the movie not so much. I watched the first episode of the TV series NOS4A2 last night, not sure yet what I think, have to dive into a few more episodes to get a feel for it.
I didn't know it was becoming a series. The best tv shows have the backbone of books imo.
Is it on FX?
I think the book was called Endurance. The Shackelton expedition across Antarctica. True story, good book
I have mentioned this book before.
One Second After by William Forstchen
Its amazing. Keep you up at night amazing.
The second and thirds books are just ok. The first one is just amazing.
If you want something a little different , sort of sci fi but not really, look for a book called Einsteins Dreams by Alan Lightman
Sword and Scale podcast is pretty interesting true crime.I like a good listen. Specially when I’m at work, helps me get through the day.
Gawl Dang I love me some historical nonfiction books.
Endurance: Shackletons incredible voyage by alfred lansing needs to me emphasized. Simply amazing. Phenomenal. Unbelievable. I read it twice and dont think I put it down much either time, sad its over kind of deal. That was the dudes only book, too, which is a shame because its so well written. Get this book but read in winter.
Keeping with boats, “Dead Wake” by Erik Larson. Lusitania. Excellent.
Empire of the Summer Moon by Gwyne is brutally fantastic. I love indian books, ive read countless, but that one is your best place to start.
Shelby Foote’s The Civil War trilogy is very unique and detailed. Foote is an excellent writer and historian.
Check out Jack Hinson’s One Man War by mkeeney(?) about a rogue civil war sniper. Its a lesser known book about an obscure aspect of the war. Ive read a ton of Civil War as well and this one is a unique but important story, easy read.
Im sure youve read Adams....if not....well, why not?
Road to Serfdom by Hayek is dry but brilliant. In the same economic tone try Basic Economics by the genius Thomas Sowell. Man that dude can explain everything in simple yet smart terms.
Life of Christ by Fulton Sheen is life changing. Best look at Jesus out there, imo.
Ever see The Revenant? The book, NOT the fiction one the movie is after, but the real historical biography of Hugh Glass is a great read. What a mountain man, cant believe he wasn't always the most famous. And what a journey! Id like another movie done that follows the real story. The Saga of Hugh Glass by John Myers Myers. Check it out.
Ill stop there as Ive already overdone it Im sure.
He has so many good ones. I really enjoyed the recent one about Japan. The Genghis Khan series was good, too, just WAY too long IMO (but that's what you get with Carlin is a deep dive).
I forgot about this one.. it is a REALLY amazing story.Lost in Shangri-La: A True Story of Survival, Adventure, and the Most Incredible Rescue Mission of WW2 by Mitchell Zuckoff. Plane of men and women in US military crash in an unreached part of New Guinea. A few survive and try to survive among tribes of cannibals. Sounds like a far-fetched story, but it really happened.
I have mentioned this book before.
One Second After by William Forstchen
Its amazing. Keep you up at night amazing.
The second and thirds books are just ok. The first one is just amazing.
If you want something a little different , sort of sci fi but not really, look for a book called Einsteins Dreams by Alan Lightman
Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit by Michael Finkel was a fascinating read. Yes, it is about crime, but it is more about how and why someone lived in the woods of Maine for 27 years.
Lost in Shangri-La: A True Story of Survival, Adventure, and the Most Incredible Rescue Mission of WW2 by Mitchell Zuckoff. Plane of men and women in US military crash in an unreached part of New Guinea. A few survive and try to survive among tribes of cannibals. Sounds like a far-fetched story, but it really happened.
I have thoroughly enjoyed this one. Fascinating life story of a great and complicated American.
I have thoroughly enjoyed this one. Fascinating life story of a great and complicated American.