Once I finish catching up with family upon returning from an out-of-town trip, one of my favorite things to do is to open the box from Amazon.com that's occasionally waiting for me on the kitchen table. While in Baltimore this week I ordered three books:
Bathub Admirals by Jeff Huber. I'm a sucker for military fiction, even when the author's political beliefs are diametrically opposed to mine. I learned of Huber's novel from Daily Kos, where he shares some of his regular blog posts. I enjoy supporting the writing careers of fellow Kossacks.
The Post-American World by Fareed Zakaria. Traveling outside the US, particularly since the start of Bush's War, makes me agree with Fareed-the world will move forward without the US, particularly if we continue to choose idiots for leaders. Fareed is a regular guest on The Daily Show, and his appearances are some of Stewart's best interviews.
The Bishop At The Lake (a Blackie Ryan novel) by Andrew M. Greeley. I'm currently reading a treasure I found at a used paperback store, Happy Are Those Who Thirst For Justice, one of Fr. Greeley's first "Blackie Ryan" novels. I was never a big murder-mystery fan until I discovered the character of Monsignor (now Bishop) John Blackwood Ryan of Chicago. Looking forward to this latest installment.
Bathub Admirals by Jeff Huber. I'm a sucker for military fiction, even when the author's political beliefs are diametrically opposed to mine. I learned of Huber's novel from Daily Kos, where he shares some of his regular blog posts. I enjoy supporting the writing careers of fellow Kossacks.
The Post-American World by Fareed Zakaria. Traveling outside the US, particularly since the start of Bush's War, makes me agree with Fareed-the world will move forward without the US, particularly if we continue to choose idiots for leaders. Fareed is a regular guest on The Daily Show, and his appearances are some of Stewart's best interviews.
The Bishop At The Lake (a Blackie Ryan novel) by Andrew M. Greeley. I'm currently reading a treasure I found at a used paperback store, Happy Are Those Who Thirst For Justice, one of Fr. Greeley's first "Blackie Ryan" novels. I was never a big murder-mystery fan until I discovered the character of Monsignor (now Bishop) John Blackwood Ryan of Chicago. Looking forward to this latest installment.
