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It’s truly remarkable to gain insights into the daily life of ancient civilizations through the earliest known written artifacts.

The book is vast. I have learned a lot about the American (Mafia) Cosa Nostra - NYC, the five families, their history and evolution, the Irish mob, the Jewish mob, etc. I had no idea how small that story is/was compared to Naples & Sicily. This was much bigger than I expected it to be. Now I’m curious to learn how far back this story goes…

Fascinating

Spicy animal world

This book is incredibly fascinating. I particularly enjoy the research on the evolution of our bones and the bones of other species. Through this research, along with a few other intriguing perspectives, the author provides a profound understanding of our origins and the factors that distinguish us from other species, both similar and different.

This tale has its hooks in me

A page turner. I hope it ends as strong as it’s starting. Im not sure based on the stars it’s gotten.

I had to stop to look up the speech Thatcher gave a few hours after the attempt on her life. Just incredible show of toughness. Respect.

Note: great read so far… An in depth look at both sides of the conflict called “the troubles” in Northern Ireland (1969-1998). The details give great context as well as how things have heated up in today’s post BREXIT world.

There was a surprising amount of nazi support on US soil in 1930’s-40’s

I’m hooked

Newark’s declined. The Swede, who took over the family business, was forced to relocate his family glove manufacturing business. He had factories in Ponce and Aguadilla Puerto Rico.

Wonderful descriptions of Jewish life in the 40’s in Newark NJ

Dostoevsky is a joy to read. I wish I knew the guy.

I love this book. I will buy this one and listen to it many more times in the future.