Author Archives: schoultz

Why this book:  I’ve always been fascinated by Alaska, and also had never read one of Michener’s tomes.  I’ve only been to the state of Alaska once, but my daughter spends a lot of time there and I feel drawn … Continue reading →

Why this Book:  I had read most of this book about 10 years ago, and it really appealed to me – it’s easy to read, but it’s long and entailed.  I was invited to participate in a reading group discussion … Continue reading →

Why this book: Selected by my literature reading group.  I was pleased with this decision, because my wife Mary Anne had read it years ago and told me I’d really like it, so I’ve been looking forward to reading it … Continue reading →

Why this book:  I met Josh Mantz several years ago when he was a guest speaker at an event I was organizing.  He came, he spoke, he impressed all of us.  Josh and I connected, became friends and have stayed … Continue reading →

Why this book: Selected by Jay H’s reading group – an eclectic group of about 10 fascinating and curious people – baseball coaches, teachers, businessmen, veterans, consultants.  We met weekly to discuss this book – one chapter at a time. … Continue reading →

Why this book: Selected by my literature Reading Group based on excellent reviews and having won the Man Booker Prize.  Summary in 3 Sentences:  Historical novel set in the early 1500s in England, built around King Henry VIII’s desire to divorce … Continue reading →

Why this book: Selected as a book to discuss by the group of young men I meet with who are preparing to begin SEAL and SWCC basic training.  One of them had read it and said it would be a really … Continue reading →

Why this book: Suggested by my friend Janar in my reading group, as a short and powerful book.  We selected it as an optional addition to our longer selection for August. Summary in 3 sentences: Two good friends and lance corporals … Continue reading →

Why this book: Strongly recommended by Peter Attia on his podcast and I’ve listened to interviews with Ryan Holiday (author of The Daily Stoic, Obstacle is the Way, Ego is the Enemy) on other podcasts and he impressed me. Attia … Continue reading →

Why this book: I’ve heard about it for years. I had enjoyed reading Cider House Rules a few years ago and wanted to read another John Irving novel.  Finally my reading group selected it for our August 2020 discussion. Summary … Continue reading →