Can a book originally published in German in the aftermath of the Holocaust provide relevant inspiration for people coming to terms with the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic? After finishing the book, I answer, "yes." Dr. Viktor E. Frankl, a Jewish survivor of multiple … [Read more...]
Why We Get Sick: Showcases Linkage Between Insulin Resistance and Chronic Illness
When I entered the empty-nester chapter of life, I started focusing on factors leading to a healthier lifestyle. Books and articles about longevity and ways to avoid illness became a priority. The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened my quest to minimize risks for medical issues. … [Read more...]
Torpedoed: Historic Moment To be Remembered
As a lifelong learner of history, non-fiction books tend to grab my attention, especially one’s with unfamiliar topics. I paused when I read the title, Torpedoed: The True Story of the World War II Sinking of “the Children’s Ship”. Since I could not recall this historic event, I … [Read more...]
Enemy Child: A Must Read Story for Middle School Readers
Historical museums often expose people to previously unknown segments of history. Andrea Warren's understanding of Japanese American internment camps was forever changed after visiting the interpretative center for the former Heart Mountain Relocation Center. Warren's tour opened … [Read more...]
The Book Rescuer: How One Person Can Make a Difference
Occasionally, I read picture books that I cannot wait to share with someone else. Within seconds of completing The Book Rescuers: How a Mensch from Massachusetts Saved Yiddish Literature for Generations to Come, I was suggesting the book to a friend. In just 48 pages, … [Read more...]
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