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They're Challenging Reading Challenges?. Top Story - January 2024.
In 1961 the town of Tarzana, California pulled a book off of the city library shelves as it was deemed unsuitable for children. The offense was clear: the story, one of a group of adventures, featured a couple clearly living in sin: Tarzan and Jane.
By Judey Kalchik 2 years ago in BookClub
5 Best Books of 2023
Hey there, I was just going through the books I’ve read last year and just looking into why I read them plus how I felt at the end. Last year was a pretty “interesting” one for me in terms of books. I started waaaay more than I’ve finished (deemed it the DNF YEAR to say the least), but I had some that really captured me. So, without further ado, here are some of my favorite books of the year (5/40 books total last year)
By Jay,when I write2 years ago in BookClub
“The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey
Overview: Listen to this for FREE! By emphasizing values and character development above short fixes, Stephen R. Covey presents a paradigm shift. Private Victory (Habits 1–3) and Public Victory (Habits 4–7) are the two parts into which the seven habits are divided. The transition from reliance to independence and, eventually, interdependence, serves as the main topic.
By Rejoice Uzo-Hez2 years ago in BookClub
“Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor E. Frankl
Viktor E. Frankl's "Man's Search for Meaning" is a compelling examination of the human spirit's ability to discover meaning and purpose even in the direst situations. Drawing on his personal experiences as a Holocaust survivor, Frankl considers the existential and psychological obstacles that people have when confronted with tremendous pain.
By Rejoice Uzo-Hez2 years ago in BookClub
The Ordeal of Sarah
The old mansion on Ravenhill Road stood as a silent sentinel, its crumbling facade obscured by the gnarled branches of ancient trees. For years, the townsfolk spoke in hushed tones about the dark secrets that lurked within its decaying walls. Legend had it that the mansion was haunted, cursed by a malevolent force that preyed on those foolish enough to enter.
By Kingsley Benjamin Obi2 years ago in BookClub
In cold blood
"In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote is a groundbreaking work that falls into the genre of true crime. Published in 1966, it is considered one of the first nonfiction novels. Capote spent six years researching and writing the book, conducting extensive interviews with the people involved, including the investigators, friends and family of the victims, and the perpetrators themselves.
By Livi christ2 years ago in BookClub
The Four Agreements
While "The Four Agreements" doesn't have a narrative story in the traditional sense, it does contain powerful teachings and insights presented in a way that feels like a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Here's an expanded exploration of the key themes, ideas, and the transformative journey that readers can embark on through the wisdom of the Four Agreements:
By Lincoln VR2 years ago in BookClub
Whispers from the Streets: The Silent Prophet of Nairobi. Content Warning.
In the heart of Nairobi, where the rhythm of life pulsated through the crowded streets, there emerged a legend born from the dust and struggles of the impoverished. From the shadows of destitution, rose a prophet—a king not by birthright but by the divine tapestry that wove through his extraordinary life.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in BookClub
From Prison to Progress
In the darkest days of the 20th century, amidst the echoes of World War II, a remarkable soul named Collins Munala emerged from the shadows of an unconventional beginning. Born within the confines of a prison, the circumstances of his birth were steeped in mystery. Raised within the cold walls of confinement, young Collins found solace in the warmth of the prison kitchen. The clattering of pots and pans became the lullabies of his infancy, and the savory scents, his earliest memories.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in BookClub
"Romeo and Juliet"
"Romeo and Juliet" is one of William Shakespeare's most famous plays and one of the most enduring tragedies in the English language. It was written in the early stages of Shakespeare's career, around 1597, and is believed to have been first performed shortly thereafter. The play is set in Verona, Italy, and revolves around the passionate and ill-fated love affair between two young members of feuding families, the Montagues and the Capulets.
By Lincoln VR2 years ago in BookClub
