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[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

Hi Stephanie, Charles, Greg and Rachel, welcome to the group.
Apart from all the fascinating discussions on history we also have quite a few fine threads on music - all kinds from all places.
Come take a look/listen if you like.
Best,
André

[zed]

Hi, I am a 52 year old male who loves History with a specific bent towards British history. That does not stop me reading other areas that I suddenly become acquainted with. I in fact discovered this group due the discussion thread on Peter Wilson superb The Thirty Year War Europe's Tragedy and look forward to the discussion and all other things history that this group brings to this great subject.

[Karen]

Welcome to the group. There is so much to explore here as I am just discovering being a new member myself. The folders/threads on different areas of history are very well set up and organised here just looking through those has thrown up many hidden gems in the few days since I joined.

enjoy

Karen

[Becky]

Hi 4ZZZ! Welcome to our truly international book club! We've got great books, discussions and people here so pull up a chair and get comfy.

For this club 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. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how the book you mentioned should look:

Peter H. Wilson (no photo)


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[Jill H.]

Welcome Rachel and 4ZZZ.......this is a great place for the history lover. Becky has given you the pertinent information to get you started and we hope you will participate in the discussion/book recommendations......enjoy!

[Alisa]

Welcome Rachel and 4ZZZ, glad to have you in the group. Lots here to explore and discuss with other members so please jump in wherever you please. We look forward to your contributions.

[Bea]

Hello Rachel and 4ZZZ. There's something for everyone here. Looking forward to getting to know you.

[Bryan]

Welcome Rachel and 4ZZZZ. You are welcome to join the discussion at your own pace and pick through the folders for great book ideas. Enjoy.

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Gregg, Rachel and 4ZZZ. In addition to history, we also have sections on movies, science, music, art, and many other things. Please look around and jump in wherever something catches your fancy.

[Gary]

Hi everyone,

I'm Gary, 40, work in financial systems. I love just about all non-fiction books, some science fiction too.
I especially love American, South American, and European history books, finance books, and sports books too! For hobbies, I love watching sports on tv, the occasional drama, (Southland), and I'm a big coin collector.

[Alisa]

Welcome Gary, we are glad to have you as a member. With your interests I am sure you will find plenty here to discuss with other members.

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. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how books you mention should look:

by Timothy Egan

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[Bea]

So glad you found us, Gary. I look forward to talking with you here.

[Becky]

Hi Gary - Welcome to a great history group and happy reading!

[Jill H.]

Welcome Gary......lots here for the history lover. If you have nay questions, please feel free to ask any of the moderators..........and enjoy!

[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

Hi Gary, 4ZZ, welcome to the group.
Apart from all the fascinating discussions on history we also have quite a few fine threads on music - all kinds from all places.
Come take a look/listen if you like.
Best,
André

[Bryan]

Welcome Gary, I hope you find the group enjoyable.

[Dennis]

Just joined the group. My name is Dennis. I am 54. Live in NW Indiana. Oil trader, baseball fan. I mainly enjoy US History. Of late I have been getting into more European history. Just started Bloodlands, with Leningrad on deck.

[Becky]

Hi Dennis! Welcome to our truly international book club! We've got great books, discussions and people here so pull up a chair and get comfy.

For this club 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. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post . Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how the book you mentioned should look:

Michael Jones (no photo)


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[Bryan]

Welcome Dennis, glad you found us. The book you mentioned looks good. Thanks for sharing:

Timothy Snyder

[Jill H.]

Glad you found us, Dennis. There is lots to see for the history lover. Becky has given you the helpful links to get you started. Browse the various threads and participate in the discussions/book recommendations.........and enjoy!!

[Alisa]

Hello Dennis, glad you found us and welcome to the group. There are numerous discussion threads and topics to explore here so please join in any conversation that piques your interest.

[Bea]

Hi, Dennis. Don't forget we cover art history, current events, and historical fiction as well. There's something for everybody here.

[Jill H.]

And lets not forget the Music threads which cover all genres of music from around the world.

[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

Jill wrote: "And lets not forget the Music threads which cover all genres of music from around the world."

Wow, Jill - thanks! I wonder, was it Duane or did Clapton made you do it? Whoever it was, nice of you to help out! Where would we be without the music, right?!
Come check it out, Dennis.
Best,
André

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Gary and Dennis. I know you're going to love it here.

[Dennis]

Thank you to all. I should sign up for that books read of 2012, although I do not know the dates I finished them.

[Becky]

You could give a guess for the books to March 6 and put them in as you go from there.

[Jill H.]

André wrote: "Jill wrote: "And lets not forget the Music threads which cover all genres of music from around the world."

Wow, Jill - thanks! I wonder, was it Duane or did Clapton made you do it? Whoever it was,..."

I thought the time difference might have found you in bed.........so I gave your threads a boost....but Clapton/Allman helped!!!

[Alisa]

Dennis, I am moving your post to the mechanics of the board thread and will respond there. http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...
That is the place to practice the add book/author feature - and we are glad to help you out. :-)

[Bryan]

Welcome, Stephen. Glad you could join us.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (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. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

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Erik Larson

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[Bea]

I loved Devil in the White City, Stephen. I hope you continue to enjoy the twin stories and look forward to seeing you around the club.

by Erik Larson

[Alisa]

Hi Stephen, welcome to the group. There are many discussion threads where you can participate in engaging conversation and find and share book recommendations with other members. We look forward to your participation.

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Stephen. I know you'll love being here - there's lots to explore and everyone is friendly and helpful.

[Jill H.]

Hello Stephen.....this is the place for the history lover. Please look around and join in......and enjoy!!

[Becky]

Hi Stephen! Happy reading! :-)

[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

Hi STephen, welcome to the group.
Apart from all the fascinating discussions on history we also have quite a few fine threads on music - all kinds from all places.
COme take a look/listen if you like.
Best,
André

[Nicholas]

Hello everyone. I'm Nick and I love reading and history is my favourite subject :D I'm 26, from London, England and I work in finance. I think this is the group for me, to chat with other history lovers!

[Karen]

Hi Nick

Welcome to the group

Karen

[Daniel]

Hi everyone. I am Daniel. I am 61, from Québec, recently retired. Used to be a manager in many mfg organizations. I did graduate in history before going into mgt and now I am going back to my first love. European and military history are major areas of interest. I am also a maritime history buff. Enjoy classical music including opera. I am looking foward to making discoveries and sharing my enthusiasm with other participants within this group.

[Karen]

Hello Daniel,

Welcome to the group.

Karen

[Bea]

Welcome to your truly international book club, Stephen.

For this club 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. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post itself.

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by James M. McPherson

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[Bea]

Welcome, Daniel!

For this club 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. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post itself.

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by Charles Dickens

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[Alisa]

Welcome Daniel and Nick! Bea got you off to a good start with helpful links and showing you how to post books and authors. If you need a hand ask any of the moderators. Please explore the threads and join the discussions. We look forward to your posts.

[Jill H.]

Glad you found us, Daniel and Nick. This is the place for all things history. Your participation is important so please jump right in and enjoy.

['Aussie Rick']

Hi to all the new folks, hope you all enjoy your time here :)

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Greetings Nick and Daniel. I know you're going to love it here, there's so much to explore and talk about.

[David]

Hello everyone. My name is david morris, and I'm a 25 year old student living in columbus, ohio. Thank you for letting me be part of this group. I do read fiction, but nothing comes close to reading a great non fiction novel, and imagining yourself in that same time period, walking & talking with some of the greatest, most ingenious minds throughout the history of the short, yet magnificent span of time we humans have laid claim to. It is simply magnificent that somebody like me, a 25 year old student boyrn in 1987, can take a walk through history. A history that without the literature we embrace, would be an almost impossible task. I will update you on my readings, and let you know my feelings and thoughts while I'm reading and traveling back through time. What a great gift we have been given. The gift of written literature that enables people like you and me to see where we have been, and the lessons that have been passed down throughout the generations. As of now, I am reading " surviving the sword," by Brian MacArthur. It's about prisoners Of the japanese, either caught or captured by the Imperial Japanese forces. These prisoners, In spite of the geneva conventions, Were treated like alien slaves. Besides, according to all japanese military men, capture/ surrender was the most dishonorable act one could commit. Compared to the comrades who were prisoners of the germans, who were mostly treated well and fed adequately, these hundreds of thousands of men were subject to heinous brutality that sometimes defies logic as you're reading. The only reason I am able to hear their first hand account of these unspoeakable atrocities is because these prisoners risked torture and execution to keep journals and drawings hidden from the guards. These heroic men are the very reason I'm able to sit here quietly, safe in my home, and read their last testaments. They wanted the world to know that they did not go down without a fight, and risked life and limb to help one another. Their story is proof that good deeds, compassion, and the innate ability to make the best out kf a horrid situation. And to top it all off, these 'men' on average were just boys of 19,20,21,& 22 years old. Their sacrifices, and abilities to adapt to inhospitable, even life threatening conditions remains the ultimate example of good triumphing evil. The days of warriors with such courage are outlined. In this excellent book. Now tell me.....how can fiction ever top reality? It can't, and never will is my answer.

[David]

Highly recommend this book, to anyone who's interested in the lives of Japanese POWs between 1942-1945.

[Bea]

Hello, David. Welcome to your truly international book club.

For this club 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. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post itself.

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by Brian MacArthur (No photo)


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http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1851...

If you have any questions feel free to ask any of the moderators. Thanks and glad you joined us.

[Becky]

Hi David, You found the place!
Good books, good people, happy reading!