Category Archives: Biography

Surfer of the Century: The Life Of Duke Kahanamoku

Posted on August 12, 2014 by eplyoureview

Surfer of the Century: The Life of Duke Kahanamoku by Ellie Crowe, 2007 It was interesting to learn about this amazing athlete with a truly humble spirit. Refreshing read. -Lisa

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Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History

Posted on August 12, 2014 by eplyoureview

Empire of the Summer Moon by S.C.Gwynne, 2010 This book was a historical account of clashes between the Comanches and white settlers as the settlers moved more into Comanche territory. It gives accounts from both sides, as well as includes … Continue reading →

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Drop Dead Healthy: One Man’s Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection

Posted on August 12, 2014 by eplyoureview

Drop Dead Healthy: One Man’s Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection by A.J. Jacobs, 2012 This is a great book to read if you are interested in being fit and healthy. Jacobs does a great job of exploring all sides of the … Continue reading →

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Rome Sweet Home: Our Journey to Catholicsm

Posted on August 12, 2014 by eplyoureview

Rome Sweet Home: Our Journey to Catholicism  by Scott & Kimberly Hahn, 1993 This book is about the authors’ conversion to the Roman Catholic faith. I found the  book to be very interesting from a spiritual point of view and … Continue reading →

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Farewell, My Subaru

Posted on August 12, 2014 by eplyoureview

Farewell, My Subaru by Doug Fine, 2008 This is another book about “green” living. Because it is a memoir, it’s more enjoyable and much more readable than most environmental nonfiction. -Karen

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Love Life

Posted on August 11, 2014 by eplyoureview

Love Life by Rob Lowe, 2014 This book is an easy read about Rob Lowe’s life as an actor and the challenges that go with the lifestyle. It provides a lot of insight into the artistic process and the personalities … Continue reading →

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Tales of a Female Nomad

Posted on July 30, 2014 by eplyoureview

Tales of a Female Nomad by Rita Golden Gelman, 2002 Wonderful book! About a traveler who really experiences the places she visits. It was one of the best books I’ve read in a long time! -Melissa

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The Company We Keep

Posted on July 30, 2014 by eplyoureview

The Company We Keep by Robert and Dayna Baer, 2011 It was a great book- especially because it was true! It revealed many workings of the CIA! -Barbara

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One Light Still Shines

Posted on July 29, 2014 by eplyoureview

One Light Still Shines  by Cindy Lambert, 2013 This book was recommended to me by a stranger at my son’s football game- I’m so glad I listened to her! The book was encouraging and uplifting. I’m not sure if it’s … Continue reading →

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Strings Attached: One Tough Teacher and the Gift of Great Expectations

Posted on July 16, 2014 by eplyoureview

Strings Attached: One Tough Teacher and the Gift of Great Expectations by Joanne Lipman and Melanie Kupchynsky, 2013 Excellent and insightful book! It is the true story about an immigrant from Ukraine who became a public school music teacher and influenced … Continue reading →

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