Jonathan W. Jordan: On Politics, Power, and Friendship

In this interview, author Jonathan W. Jordan discusses the forgotten friendship at the heart of his new historical book, Ike and Winston.

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Patrick Wyman: There’s No Substitute for Deep Knowledge of Your Topic

In this interview, author Patrick Wyman discusses connecting with the people of the past in his new book, Lost Worlds.

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Silvia Pettem dives into the sensationalized story of Eleanor Jarman, called the Blonde Tigress after she's caught up in a crime spree in Chicago in the 1930's. "A fascinating true-crime story!"
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https://www.amazon.com/Search-Blonde-Tigress-Untold-Eleanor/dp/1493068636/
Declan Power’s writing is clear and powerful. He makes history come alive. If you love true stories, this book is for you.
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https://thisgrandpablogs.com/siege-at-jadotville-book-review-irish-army-forgotten-battle/
What sets Tottenville History Comes Alive apart? The "Imagine" sections let you experience history: what you'd see, hear, feel in 1680 or 1776. Journalism meets historical research meets experiential learning.
Two volumes are available covering 17th-18th centuries. If this approach to local history worked for you, Amazon reviews help it reach more readers.
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FT1GQPPJ
They say Wise digs deep into how a top-secret American plane getting caught changed everything between the US and USSR. Adding this to my reading pile!
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Book Review Alert! We dive into The Dark Side and its essential look at the Bush administration's counterterrorism policies. A detailed look at decisions made in the shadow of 9/11.
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https://thisgrandpablogs.com/the-dark-side/
The Dark Side: Inside the War on Terror and American Ideals

This review of The Dark Side summarizes Jane Mayer's powerful book on the Bush administration's use of torture and secret surveillance post-9/11.

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Isser Harel led the mission to capture Adolf Eichmann and then wrote the book about it. Talk about receipts. This spy story actually happened and it's incredible.
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https://thisgrandpablogs.com/eichmann-capture-operation-book-review/
Eichmann Capture Operation: Book Review & History

The Eichmann capture operation comes alive in Isser Harel's gripping account. Read our review of this historic Mossad mission.

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Mike Pitts: Use Your Voice

In this interview, author Mike Pitts discusses the decades of curiosity and research that led to his new book, Island at the Edge of the World.

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170 survivors shared their stories. Soldiers, civilians, letters, voices from the fire. It’s not about medals. It’s about survival.
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https://thisgrandpablogs.com/battle-for-germany-book-review/