The History Book Club discussion
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Welcome, Bill. I like reading to be a family affair. Glad you and your son are enjoying it. I hope you enjoy discussion and reading about history with us.
Hi Bill, welcome to the group, I'm sure you'll find heaps here to keep you busy. In regards to good books on WW2 try looking at the Second World War thread:http://www.goodreads.com/topic/group_...
Welcome Bill. Rick already got you started in the in the right thread. Enjoy!
Good morning group! My name is Tom, I'm 30 years old and an aspiring Social Studies teacher (hopefully by January). I was (and still am) a member of another site (of the large bookstore variety), but found, unfortunately, that the book groups always end up disappearing or that they have tons of members but no one ever posts about or follows the current books. Anyway, I was put on to this site by a good friend after she told me I could add my books simply by scanning the bar-code. Well, I was sold after that because my main issue with switching sites was having to catalog all those books again. I know my collection pales in comparison to a lot of members, but no matter how you cut it, cataloging 600+ books is arduous; and stressful, if you're as anal about organization as I am. I'm hoping to have some interesting and enlightening conversations in this club, as one of the most effective strategies for a teacher is to listen to those around you. You're not always right, no matter how deep your convictions lie. Now, how can I mark all these posts as "read?" (There's that anal organization trait I was talking about!)
Welcome, Tom. Glad you could join us.Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. This is how the books you've mentioned should look:
More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.
Tom, welcome to the group, we are glad you joined. Many books and topics to discuss can be found on our threads. I hope you explore and comment. We look forward to your contributions.
Thank you folks. I have read all the guidelines and it appears I have only violated one (my intro was not exactly "brief"). Sorry about that, but not bad for a newcomer!
Welcome, Tom. And don't think your intro was long, it was brief enough. We've definitely had longer. I hope you enjoy both goodreads and our history group.To answer your question about marking posts as "read": The goodreads system automatically marks all posts as "read" after you visit the thread. Next time you visit a thread the only comments that say "(new)" will be the ones added since your last visit.
Let us know if you have any other questions, and enjoy!
Hi Tom, welcome to the group, nice to see another member who's a bit anal about organization, I'm sure you are going to have a fun time here :)
How are you Rick? And thank you for the warm welcome, everyone. As for organization, Rick, as annoying as it can be to the people around you, I have found it to be a highly redeeming quality. I tell my wife all the time, "When I need something, I know EXACTLY where it is." I save so much time never having to look for things.
Tom wrote: "How are you Rick? And thank you for the warm welcome, everyone. As for organization, Rick, as annoying as it can be to the people around you, I have found it to be a highly redeeming quality. I tel..."Very important when trying to find a book!
Welcome Marge, we are glad you discovered the group. As you get started please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. This is how the books you've mentioned should look:
Bernard CornwellMore information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2878...
Take a moment and look at our orientation thread:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1851...
Thanks and glad you joined us.
Welcome, Marge, glad you found us here.
Hi Marge and welcome to the group, I'm sure you'll find lots to talk about here and hopefully pick up and also recommend a few good books in the process.
Hi Marge, welcome to the group, nice of you to join us.
Welcome, Marge. Glad you found us! I hope you enjoy reading and discussing history with us.
Thanks Alisa and others for your welcome. And thanks, Alisa, for your directions on how to post. However, nothing appeared on those links you provided. I'm not very proficient with a computer, so probably will not be posting here if doing so is more complicated than clicking on the topic link. Sorry.Marge
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Thank you for understanding but we have developed a very consistent set of guidelines which work for us.
Marge, thanks for your note about the links and sorry about that. There were a few changes recently that must have moved them. Here are the correct links:More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
Take a moment to read our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...
and the orientation to get you started:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
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Hi, I'm Tim, from Minnesota. I'm a pastor who enjoys reading books on science and the history of science. I also enjoy Ancient Near Eastern history and archaeology.
Welcome, Tim. Glad you could join us.Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them.
More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.
Hello Everyone. My name is Lisa and I live in Utah. I have always enjoyed reading historical fiction, but often wondered if the history in the stories I read is accurate. I noticed an upcoming event that you have to read
A Distant Mirror The Calamitous 14th Century by
Barbara W. Tuchman and decided that I'd like to join this group. I'm not a history buff, but I'm hoping to learn through this group. I'd also like to compliment you on how wonderfully organized this group is run.
Welcome, Lisa. You did a great job in doing a citation for the first time. Bravo.It looks like you have already taken a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them.
More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. We look forward to your postings. All learners are welcome!
Welcome Lisa and Tim! Glad to have you both. Our members have wide ranging interests and I think you will both find discussions among the threads that appeal to each of you. Please join in anywhere that interests you, and enjoy exploring.
Hi Tim and Lisa, welcome to the group, I hope you both enjoy your time here and I think you'll find lots to chat about and more good books to enjoy.
Welcome, Tim. I don't live there anymore, but I hail from Minnesota originally. Wonderful state. And I also enjoy science and science history. It is always nice to see people join who live in the right places and are focused on the best subjects. :)
Welcome, Lisa. We have room for all types of history reads, from the real history buffs to those just dipping in their toes. I hope you enjoy your time here!
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Are the book discussions archived somewhere?Marge
Marge if you click on the icon for The History Book Club above or from your home page it will pull up a list of all active and archived threads. You will have to scroll down the page as there are many threads. You will see that specific book discussions are titled the same as the book. Book discussions that are archieved are at the end.
Hello everyone! Glad to be here.I'm Samantha... originally from England, but moved to the U.S. when I was 8. After college, I commissioned into the Air Force. My husband (also AF) and I live in Japan. We're both master's students, but my degree is in military studies. As such, I've had to read a lot of military-related historical books. While I do enjoy a good non-fiction book (I LOVE 1776), I also like historical fiction. Looking forward to talking with everyone.
-Sam
Hello Samantha! Welcome, we are glad you found the group. I think you will find much to stimulate your interest. We hope you participate in the many discussion threads offered here.Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. This is how the book you mentioned should look:
David McCulloughMore information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
Take a moment to read our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...
and the orientation to get you started:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
Thanks and glad you joined us.
Nice to meet you, Samantha! It looks like we share a lot of common interests. Welcome to the group.
Welcome Samantha, glad you found us and I hope you enjoy the discussions.
Hi Samantha, welcome to the group and I hope you have a fun time here discussing great books and authors.
Welcome, Samantha. Sounds like you'll fit right in here. Enjoy!
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Bentley
Hello all, my name is Andrew. I live in North Carolina and am a bit of a history buff (History/Poli Sci. grad from UNC) and an attorney which fits in well with history, politics and law type books. I also enjoy reading non-fiction when I can. I am excited to be here and to participate!
Welcome Andrew, we are glad you found us. You are among many history buffs so you should feel at home. As you get started, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. This is how books you mention should look:
Jeffrey ToobinMore information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
Take a moment to read our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...
and the orientation to get you started:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
Thanks and glad you joined us.
Hi Andrew and welcome to the group, I am sure with your background you will find a lot here to discuss and to enjoy.
Mod
Please be sure to take a look at the helpful links that Alisa provided for you and feel free to ask any questions that you might have.
We are happy to have you with us.
Bentley
Welcome, Andrew. We're glad to have you join us in reading about and discussing history.
Welcome Andrew, glad you found us here.
Hello, my name is Ivana, I'm from Zagreb, Croatia. I'm 25 years old and I just got my degree in marketing. In my free time, I love to take my dog on long walks and I also love swimming and diving. I just recently realized I really enjoy historical non-fiction, so I'm really looking forward to all the reading in the future.
Welcome, Ivana. Glad you could join us.Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them.
More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.
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The History Book Club
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Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. This is how books you mention should look:
More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2878...
Take a moment and look at our orientation thread:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1851...
We have an extensive thread with numerous subtopics on WWII. A good place to start to look for ideas. WII thread is here ~ http://www.goodreads.com/topic/group_...
Thanks and glad you joined us.