Monthly Archives: January 2011

The Narnia Code by Michael Ward

In the end, I think The Narnia Code is a well intentioned attempt to take a detailed academic literary thesis and bring it down to a popular level. For a variety of reasons I am not sure I am best able to judge its success. But it is an interesting subject and will be of great interest to Lewis and Narnia fans. Continue reading

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The Last Witch of Manhattan by Richard Lewis

It was fascinating, entertaining, enthralling and mystifying all at the same time. If you enjoy YA books not afraid to tackle complex and potentially controversial subjects Lewis is an author to check out. Continue reading

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The Basilisk’s Lair by R.L. LaFevers

Cute and well packaged series – not enough suspense or imagination for me to continue to read but recommended for age appropriate readers. Continue reading

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The American Aircraft Factory in World War II by Bill Yenne

Most of us know that the United States was the “Arsenal of Democracy” in World War II.  We outproduced all of the combatants in all areas, including aircraft production.  American aircraft production exploded during the war.   This explosion is captured … Continue reading

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In the Mail: Where Does the Money Go?

Where Does the Money Go? Rev Ed: Your Guided Tour to the Federal Budget Crisis Synopsis Revised and Updated to Include the Probable Effects of the Great Recession, the Government Stimulus, and President Obama’s Health Care Overhaul Federal debt will … Continue reading

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