Monthly Archives: December 2024

Spider World #1 – The Desert, by Colin Wilson

Posted on December 21, 2024 by schoultz

Why this book:  I’ve been a fan of Colin Wilson since I was in college.  I’ve read many of his books, both fiction and non-fiction. He was very proud of this Spider World Sci Fi series and so I finally … Continue reading →

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Astrophysics for people in a Hurry, by Neil deGrasse Tyson

Posted on December 21, 2024 by schoultz

Why this book: I’ve always been interested in “the big picture” and I’ve been impressed when I”ve heard Neil deGrasse Tyson speak on podcasts.  This book is short and engaging.    Summary in 3 Sentences: DeGrasse Tyson covers a lot … Continue reading →

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The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store, by James McBride

Posted on December 17, 2024 by schoultz

Why This Book: I liked Deacon King Kong and had heard and read good things about this book Summary in 3 Sentences: The novel takes place in the 1930s in a suburb of Pottstown, Pa, where Jews and Blacks lived … Continue reading →

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