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The Jungle Doesn’t Care
After a crushing political defeat, Theodore Roosevelt didn’t retreat. He went to the Amazon. What followed was a brutal fight for survival down an uncharted river where the jungle didn’t care that he’d once been president. This is not a story of glory. It’s a story of grit.
They Don’t Make ’Em Like They Used To
Making it to the top of Fletch’s favorite reading list, this is an unforgettable tale of exploration and determination. Dugard’s Into Africa reads like an Indiana Jones African jungle thriller but hits like a life lesson. If you are drawn to adventure, this book belongs in your hands (or ears).
BOOK REVIEW: To America: Personal Reflections of an Historian by Stephen Ambrose
In this blog post, I review To America: Personal Reflections of an Historian by Stephen Ambrose, a relaxed and engaging journey through his life's work that feels like sitting down with an old friend who happens to know an incredible amount about American history.
BOOK REVIEW: How To Stop Time
For anyone who loves history, time travel, and stories that weave poignant reflections into thrilling narratives, this book is a must-read. Five out of five stars—Haig truly delivers a literary time capsule.