I found useful information in this book, and was glad I used it for a presentation. I can see why people are still talking about...moreAn oldie but goodie!
I found useful information in this book, and was glad I used it for a presentation. I can see why people are still talking about it, 20 years after it was first published! (less)
This is about a girl's journey to Islam. Most interesting aspects of the book to me: the cultural changes she manages as a woman and a new Muslim, and...moreThis is about a girl's journey to Islam. Most interesting aspects of the book to me: the cultural changes she manages as a woman and a new Muslim, and the facts and observations of political situations she shares.
In some ways, I think anyone navigating a very different culture by way of marriage could relate to Wilson's struggle. In a much less drastic way, but still there are similarities.
It took me a while to read this book, partly because I would read and then stop and think, then pick it up again a few days later.
A good book for anyone who wants to understand more about Islam. Thank you to @Joanne Marshall for the book! (less)
This book was much less substantive than Omnivore's Dilemma, and a much faster read. I think a lot of the information in this book was a reinforcement...moreThis book was much less substantive than Omnivore's Dilemma, and a much faster read. I think a lot of the information in this book was a reinforcement of what he covered in Omnivore's Dilemma. The information he provides in this book is good, but I don't think it's anything new or that someone else has not already provided. If you're trying to decide between this book and Omnivore's Dilemma, I recommend Omnivore's! (less)
This was due at the library before I finished it. It was interesting, but not exciting enough to keep me reading... I might pick it back up some day,...moreThis was due at the library before I finished it. It was interesting, but not exciting enough to keep me reading... I might pick it back up some day, but I kept falling asleep when I was reading it. (less)
This book was an eye-opener. This was the first book I read regarding a family's personal experience before, during, and after hurricane Katrina. I wa...moreThis book was an eye-opener. This was the first book I read regarding a family's personal experience before, during, and after hurricane Katrina. I was astonished and appalled by the way Zeitoun was treated, and amazed I didn't know more about what happened after the hurricane.
There were times, near the end of the book, where the story seemed drawn-out. However, I recommend this book, ESPECIALLY if you haven't read a personal story from a native New Orleans resident who experienced Katrina. (less)
This is a MUST read (or listen, as I did) for anyone beginning their career. I was skeptical about this TV personality, but she knows her stuff and I...moreThis is a MUST read (or listen, as I did) for anyone beginning their career. I was skeptical about this TV personality, but she knows her stuff and I learned A LOT listening to her. She discusses student loan debt, FICA scores, credit scores, credit card debt, buying a house or car, and investing. Not only does she discuss these topics, but she gives you the run down on exactly HOW to get your FICA scores for FREE. And, she is not a pessimist. So despite large student loan debt, I felt better after listening, not worse. I am better off for listening to this book, and highly recommend for others in the first few years of their careers. (less)
I just couldn't stomach this book. Too raw. It's a miracle and wonderful that this author lived through everything he did to tell this story, but I im...moreI just couldn't stomach this book. Too raw. It's a miracle and wonderful that this author lived through everything he did to tell this story, but I imagine scenes far too vividly to finish the book.
I am really glad read this book. I purchased it, so I'd be happy to lend it on if someone else would like to read it. I think Skloot does a great job...moreI am really glad read this book. I purchased it, so I'd be happy to lend it on if someone else would like to read it. I think Skloot does a great job of weaving in the research and facts with a personal story. This book shines light on how people of color were treated, on an institutional level, a mere 50 years ago. I think this is a book I'll be recommending. It's one of those books I read and thought, how did I NOT know this?!? She took years and years to write this book. She was already starting research in 2000. For those of you who know about BRCA1 and BRCA2 or have been tested, this discusses that gene sequence a bit too. It's an interesting world of gene patents and tissue ownership... Do you know that the last tissue you had removed in a hospital is probably being used in research today? (less)
I put this book on my "read" shelf, though it could also be on my "currently-reading" list, as I have read most of the chapters, albeit not in order....moreI put this book on my "read" shelf, though it could also be on my "currently-reading" list, as I have read most of the chapters, albeit not in order.
I loved the chapter on pain and suffering (which sounds strange), but I read it when I had been mildly-ill for a few weeks. Certainly put my illness in perspective, and she really articulated how we are awakened and called to when we're sick (at least that's how I interpreted it having read it months ago now).
The book was a gift from a mentor and friend, and I will continue to read chapters, sometimes twice. I have read the chapter on prayer a few times.... I usually pray throughout my day anyway, but she reminds us... If you talk to God all the time, you're always going to have something to say. I have read it slow, because I'm always thinking a lot when I finish reading parts of it.
I also really like this author, at least from what I've read so far. She seems to me to approach her spiritual writing without a "I am greater than thou" attitude, or even a preacher-type voice. I appreciate her openness and kindness. She seems to me like she would be a peaceful person. (less)
I read this book because a mentor and committee member suggested it might be a good example/ provide good insight into doing research as an out-group...moreI read this book because a mentor and committee member suggested it might be a good example/ provide good insight into doing research as an out-group member. My thesis is about the experiences of Muslim women, and I don't identify as Muslim (hence the out-group membership). The book seemed a bit long at times, but a good insight into life at this uber-conservative university. I thought his self-stuggle about when to reveal his true identity and when to hold it back was interesting, and it was a journey of self-discovery for him! (less)
If I taught history, every student would be required to read this book! I am so very grateful to my American History teacher at Texas Christian Univer...moreIf I taught history, every student would be required to read this book! I am so very grateful to my American History teacher at Texas Christian University for requiring me to read this book. Thank you. (less)
This was not what I thought it would be. I was expecting a narrative about creating great meals from scratch (blood and bones). It was not that. It wa...moreThis was not what I thought it would be. I was expecting a narrative about creating great meals from scratch (blood and bones). It was not that. It was Gabrielle Hamilton's memoir/ autobiography, and it wasn't that pleasant. The first 1/3 of the book was great, and when I hit middle of the second 1/3, I skipped around and finished the book in an hour. Rather than recipes and food, Hamilton talks about her life-journey, as a child of divorce, drug-addiction, and raising herself without a mother. UGH. Not impressed with her writing or what the story turned out to be. The review from Bourdain on the cover said, "best chef's memoir ever." IT'S NOT. I don't recommend unless you want to read the autobiography of a fairly pessimistic chef, named Gabrielle Hamilton. (less)
I read this for a college class, but now I'm reading Gladwell's other books too. I really enjoy Gladwell's ability to weave facts and figures in so we...moreI read this for a college class, but now I'm reading Gladwell's other books too. I really enjoy Gladwell's ability to weave facts and figures in so well. (less)
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