The History Book Club discussion

Fixed, sorry.

My name is Linda Leipziger and I too am an avid reader, mostly about History, Presidents. Historical Information. I haven't had much time to become a regular on goodreads. I'm look for work!! I hope to be able to get here some days, in the near future. I'll try. I was in Education, so if anyone knows of hiring in that field, please let me know. I live in St. Loui, MO. Hope to meet many of you

Linda J Leipziger
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Hi! My name is Trent, and I have bachelor's in history and English and am working towards my Master's in Secondary Education (grades 7-12). Obviously I love history; my favorite era is the 1960's. I am really excited to take part in some of the discussions in this group! Thanks for having me!

Welcome, Linda. I wish you luck in getting a job. I hope reading will ease your mind as you go through the full-time job of finding a job.

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Hello Trent, I'm also glad you joined us here. The 1960s was a fascinating time.

Just some housekeeping:

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by Robert A. Caro

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Welcome to all the new members in the past couple of days. This is a great group to study and read about history. Enjoy looking through the different threads, I am sure you will find a topic of interest.

Hello Linda and Trent, good to have you with us and we look forward to seeing your posts.

Hello, I am Karen from the Netherlands. 38 years old and a librarian. I love to read especially books about history, no matter what period or subject. So that is why I joined The History Book Club. I am looking forward to the discussions!

Welcome, Karen. Glad you could join us.

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by Louis Menand

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Welcome Karen. If you love all things history you have come to the right place. Dig into the discussions and book recommendations. Glad to have you with us!

Hi Karen, welcome, take a look around and I look forward to your posts.

Hi. I'm Patti. I live just north of Boston and have always enjoyed history, particularly American history. I am recently obsessed with Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War; right now I'm reading The Madness of Mary Lincoln in an attempt to get a more rounded view of her. I'm looking forward to taking part in this group!

Hi Patti! ~ Glad you joined the group and hope you enjoy discussing history and books with others in our international club.

Hi everyone,Iam Akhil from India.I've always loved reading books.Recently I started getting really interested in history particularly the American civil war and the drafting of the American constitution along with the great wars from a soviet perspective since most of the works I've come across tell the American story.
Iam really exited and looking forward to all future activities.

Christopher wrote: "Welcome to the group, Patti! You have found history heaven and we have a ton of American history buffs chatting away in our threads.

We have a discussion dedicated to President Lincoln:
http://www..."

Thank you, Christopher. I'm looking forward to familiarizing myself with the group.

Alisa wrote: "Hi Patti! ~ Glad you joined the group and hope you enjoy discussing history and books with others in our international club."

Thank you!

Welcome Patti and Akhil. I hope you enjoy what we have to offer.

Patti, there are some interesting books on Mrs. Lincoln. You can check out the Lincoln thread:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...

Hi, my name is Juan. I am salvadorian and I really enjoy history. Specially WW1. My favorite history book is THE FIRST DAY ON THE SOMME by Martin Middlebeook. Thank you.

Awesome, Juan. WWI is fascinating, I agree.

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Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

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by Martin Middlebrook

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Hi everyone,
I enjoy reading most genres including History both nonfiction/fiction/memoirs.Right now I am getting ready to read...

If historical fiction is not supposed to be included in the history forum,I apologize.

Welcome, Christine.

We do have a lively historical fiction area:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/group_...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

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by Morgan Llywelyn

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Hello,

My name is Robert, I am currently unemployed, I have recently returned from a stint at Zen Mountain Monastery as a lay resident. I have a dual major in History and Comparative Religions, so most of my books are on the history of religion primarily Buddhism. I am also deeply interested in the US Civil War, Ancient history and Victorian Occultism.

Thank you,

Robert

Hello Everyone. My name is Liz. I am a historian who studies early America. My passion is for the period between 175 0 and 1830. I love to read and write about the American Revolution and the War for Independence.

Many of the history books I read relate to my research and writing interests. However, every once in a while I will read a book about a completely unrelated time and topic.

I look forward to participating in this group and reading about the history books its members like and recommend.

Fabien, it is very simple - no self promotion and our rules and guidelines pop up before you even post for the first time and are displayed even before that prior to joining. If you have any questions, just reach out to one of the moderators and they can assist you to getting off on the right foot.

Welcome, Robert. It must have been very interesting working at a monastery.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Robert A. Caro

More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.

Hi Liz. Early America is a fascinating time. In fact, we plan to read a book on Washington soon.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is the book we will be reading:

by Logan Beirne

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Hi, I'm Tomi from central Arkansas. I retired two years ago after 37 years of teaching history, English, and Spanish. I love history - no favorites, I love it all!

Welcome Tomi, we are glad to have you here. If you love all things history then I hope you browse all the threads and join in any of the discussions. There is a lot to see and do here.

As you get started please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how books you mention should look:

by Joseph E. Persico

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Thanks and glad you joined us.

Welcome Akhil, Christine, Robert, and Liz. We look forward to your participation.

I am Bill Jakola, a U.S. Army strategist. History is my passion; but I am most interested in the strategic decisions leaders make and am not as focused on individual events like specific battles, political campaigns, or technological inventions.

Welcome, Bill.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. It also helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how a book you might mention should look:

by David G. Chandler

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Jerome

Welcome Akhil, Christine, Robert, Liz, Tomi and Bill. There's something for everyone here, so look around.

Hi everyone, I am a practicing physician assistant in Virginia. I am a veteran and enjoy all history but my true passion is military history, especially WWII. I am looking forward to participating with this group and would welcome any book recommendations.

Welcome, Sarah.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. It also helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how a book you might mention should look:

by Antony Beevor

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Jerome

Hello. My name is Henry. I was born in Paraguay but moved to Canada when I was in the third grade. I have always been interested in Latin American history but lately I have become fascinated with American history. I have a history degree but my university did not have many options for American history. I joined this group to become more aware of current history books and debates within historiography. Also, this seems like a great group for people who may have questions about a particular topic

Greetings fellow history enthusiast. My name is Terry B. I am a 60 year old consulting (civil)engineer living in Michigan - USA. My principal history interest is U.S. military history. My love of history began in 1982 when I visited the Gettysburg battlefields for the first time. I started reading about that critical time that shaped our nation and have continued until today. My interest expanded into WWI & WWII during the late 1990's while researching my family tree. This interest has grown into my desire to read and research about all of the major conflicts that our nation and troops have fought in to preserve our freedom. I am a genuine fan of Abraham Lincoln. I am always amazed how the men and women of this nation have made extreme sacrifices for all generations. I started a blog about a year ago primarily in an effort to share what I have learned with my family. I am looking forward to being part of this group.

Hello. My name is Holly. I'm a resident of the beautiful state of California and am currently attaining a bachelors degree in history with a minor in politics. History has always been a passion of mine and I love studying United States and European history. I really love European theater in WWII, U.S. Presidents/political history, English Monarchs, and basically everything involving the United States and Great Britain. I simply cannot get enough of history and I am really looking forward to my involvement in this group. Thanks

I'm Mal and I have a fondness for history both fiction and nonfiction. I am excited to be part of this group. I look forward to participating in the discussions and making friends along the way. For more info on me, view my profile if you are interested. Looking forward to interacting with all of you.

Hello! I'm Meera, and I really enjoy learning history in school, particularly about the World Wars, so I have begun by reading about Anne Frank and would love it if you can suggest me more such books about World War experiences.
Thank you!

Hey,
My names are Tom Okenye Otero.Kenyan by nationality.Am an auditor by profession and writing is my passion.I like history because it tells us what we were,what we are to help us decide what we want to be.

Looking forward to a more constructive engagement with the group.

Thanks.

I must apologize, I thought that I had already introduced myself. I am a trained dramaturg/playwright/theatre historian and an amateur military historian. I am currently researching the role of Francophone African troops in key battles from the Napoleonic era to the modern era. Thank you for having me.

Hello!

My name is Becky and I'm currently living and working in Ghana. My academic studies have been in international politics and cultural studies (with a focus on central Africa), working towards an eventual Master's in Geography. History's very much an interest because of how relevant it is to my work and studies, but it's also just a fascinating narrative in general.

I'm looking forward to great reads and recommendations!

Welcome William, Sarah, George, Henry, Terry, Holly, Mal, and Meera.

I'm glad you decided to join us and I hope you find things that interest and inspire you.

Welcome, Ifo. I appreciate your approach to history, well said.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

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by Robert A. Caro

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Welcome, Bill. Glad you could join us and it sounds like some interesting research you are doing.

We do have a topic on the Napoleonic wars:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/group_...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

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by Robert A. Caro

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http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...

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Welcome, Becky. I have a sister-in-law who finished a tour in the Peace Corp at Rwanda.

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Hey Everybody, I'm Tyler from Austin, TX. I was a history major in college and am a voracious History genre reader. I look forward to joining in on discussions on various history books.

Welcome, Tyler. There's plenty of discussions here, and I'm sure you'll find something of interest to you.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. It also helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how a book you might mention should look:

by H.W. Brands

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Jerome

My name is Steven Hardesty and I'm very happy to find such a congenial group to talk history. I'm a retired diplomat, ex-soldier and fanatic for two things - U.S. Civil War history and old English sports cars. I live in Florida, USA, and, yep, on many sunny days you can find me on the beach doing some light reading in the 128 volumes of the "Official Records of the War of the Rebellion"!

Welcome, Tyler, Austin is a great city. I hope you find some great things here at HBC.