Category Archives: History

Book Review – The Johnstown Flood

Posted on June 23, 2012 by civilwarrose5

I received the Kindle version of David McCullough’s book “The Johnstown Flood” for my birthday. It was on my Amazon wish list and my sister was nice enough to purchase it for me. I had seen this somewhere and thought … Continue reading →

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Being Martha Washington…

Posted on January 30, 2012 by civilwarrose5

I have started to read the book “Being George Washington.” This is Glenn Beck’s most recent book. It’s not about politics or the stuff that he usually discusses on his radio show or GBTV. Instead, with the help of some well … Continue reading →

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"Maid to Match"

Posted on October 25, 2011 by civilwarrose5

It has been a while since I’ve actually read a book straight through. I’ve got quite a few started, but I always get sidetracked and leave them sitting around with bookmarks waiting for me to return to them. Last weekend … Continue reading →

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