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[Mark]

Nathan, welcome to the History Club. It appears life is good and there is no better time to read a good history book. The sun is up and shining bright in North Carolina this morning!

[Bryan]

Welcome Nathan. Glad you joined.

[Jill H.]

You have come to the right place for the history lover, Nathan.....we are glad you joined us. Please take a few minutes to browse the various threads and join in the discussions/book recommendations. Happy reading!!!

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Mary Anne. Looks like you're deep into fairly recent history - the time-traveling take on it must be interesting.

And welcome Heidi. I hope with all the studying you have coming up, you will still have some time to read for fun.

Welcome Nathan. Another librarian! I know you'll enjoy it here.

[Nicole]

Welcome Mary Anne, Heidi and Nathan. Great that you have joined us. I am sure you will find lots of interesting books and discussions here.

[Yongyoon]

Hello. My name is Yong. I joined this group so that I could read some good general history books and mostly military history books from the Hellenistic period to Late Medieval period. I studied military history on my own since I was in high school. Medieval military history is my specialty; especially interested in the Mongols.

I'm visiting my family in the R.O.K. this summer. Going back to the states where I still have a year's worth of responsibilities unfinished. Decided to read more (fiction mostly, but can't run away from non-fiction because it's better overall) because tv shows and movies have become extremely predictable and boring on the whole, having watched so many.

[Mark]

Welcome, Yong. 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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George Orwell

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[Becky]

Hi Yong, welcome to the best little history club on the net, plenty of stuff to read and discuss here - enjoy!

[Alisa]

Hello Yong, glad you joined the group! There is lots here to explore so please join in any discussion that interests you.

[Bryan]

Welcome, Yong, I hope you find some good stuff here to read.

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Yong. What an interesting sub-speciality you have - military history from Hellenistic times to the Middle Ages. Please sign up in our 50 Books in 2012 section. I'd love to hear about what you're reading, especially as related to ancient Rome.
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/group_...

[Jill H.]

So glad you found us, Yong. It is the place for the history lover. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask any of the moderators.........and enjoy!!

[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

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

[Sigrun]

Hi, Yong. I'm pretty much still a newbie myself, so I won't be able to help you too much. But I've recently read a few books in which the military have a certain role. But on the whole, I'm not really all that savvy about it, and certainly not like you.

[Yongyoon]

Thank you all for the warm welcome. It is great that this group is so well organized, very academic without the constraints of academia.

@Vicki: I have signed up for the challenge. I'll post any good ancient books I pick up!

@Andre: Thanks, I will check it out in time.

@Sigrun: Aaah, I may be interested in them. What time period? I really don't like reading much of 1500s-1800s warfare, but WWII was my first love in history.

[Nicole]

Welcome Yong! I'm sure you will find lots to enjoy on this site.

[Jill H.]

Yong.....here is the WWII thread which contains many topics which will interest you. We look forward to your participation.

http://www.goodreads.com/topic/group_...

[Leanne]

Hello everyone! My name is Leanne and I'm from Australia. I joined the group because I'm very interested in history, especially Russian history.

I have already read by Boris Pasternak, so I will be following that discussion closely.

I am looking forward to joining in on the Robert K. Massie read. I have heard great things about that book.

I'm sure that I will find many more books that I want to read through this group!

[Alisa]

Hi Leanne, glad you found us and decided to join. Great job with the book and author citations as well, thank you!

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.

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Thanks and glad you joined us.

[Becky]

Hi Leanne, welcome to the best little history club on the net! We've got lots of good reading here so get comfy and enjoy! :-)

[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

Hi Leanne, 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

[Mark]

Hello Leanne and welcome to the world-wide History Club. As a world power with enormous geographical territory, Russia is certainly a fascinating country. I too hope to read and comprehend more about this nation in the future.

[Bryan]

I'm glad you joined, Leanne. I look forward to your posts.

[Jill H.]

You have found the right place for the history lover, Leanne. Take some time to browse the threads and join in the discussions/book recommendations.....and enjoy!

[Nicole]

Welcome Leanne! I am currently reading The Whisperers about private Life under Stalin. It is a quite fascinating read if you haven't read it yet.

by Orlando Figes

We have recently started a Russia thread here and would love to have you add to it.

http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/8...

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Leanne. Sounds like you are ready to jump right into the Russian-themed discussions. So glad you joined us.

[Rozzer]

Just joined up. A.B. History (Early Modern European), U. Chicago 1967. Kept up with it all these years. Retired now and have more time to sit and read even more history. Presently reading "The Whisperers," Nicole, as part of a substantial side interest in Soviet history and literature. Look forward very much to taking part in your group. Take care!

[Jill H.]

Welcome to the place for all things history, Rozzer. There is lots to see here.
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.

This is how the book you mentioned should look:

by Orlando Figes


More information:
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Take a few moments to read the orientation:
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If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask any of the moderators.

[Becky]

Hi Rozzer, welcome to the best little history club on the net. Lots of good reading here so get comfy and enjoy!

[Alisa]

Rozzer, welcome to the group Hope you participate in the discussions and find some good book recommendations.

[Leanne]

Thanks for the warm welcome, and welcome Rozzer! Nicole, I will check out the Russia thread and by Orlando Figes, it sounds very interesting.

[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

Hi Rozzer, 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

[Nancy]

Hi, my name is Nancy and I'm from St. Louis. I love to read and I love history, so I'm glad I found this group.

I am married with two adult children, and my first grandchild was born in May, with another one due in September -- both boys.

I'm looking forward to receiving reading recommendations!

[Alisa]

Hello Nancy. If you love to read history you came to the right group! Welcome, we are glad to have you as a member.

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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Thanks and glad you joined us.

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Rozzer. Isn't it great being retired! There's still not enough time for reading, though.

And welcome Nancy. Congratulations on your grandsons. I have one and a half granddaughters myself. We've got a small section here for parents (and grandparents) with book recommendations. Check it out.
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/4...

[Jill H.]

Nancy......thanks for joining us history lovers. Take a moment to browse the threads and the topics....I'm sure you will find much to pique your interest and feel free to join in the discussions/book recommendations. Questions?....ask any of the moderators and we will be glad to help.

[Nicole]

Welcome Rozzer and Nancy! I'm sure you'll find lots to enjoy and discuss here.

[Becky]

Hi Nancy, welcome to a great history reading club! I'm sure you'll enjoy your stay - there's some great stuff.

[Jayl]

Hi, my name is Jayl and I'm from the Philippines. I joined the group because I love History to the extent that I am taking bachelor of secondary education major in History.

Actually my agenda in joining the group aside from a lover of history is I wanted to confirm that the books 'Sex with Kings: 500 Years of Adultery, Power, Rivalry, and Revenge' and 'Sex with the Queen: 900 Years of Vile Kings, Virile Lovers, and Passionate Politics' is a non-fiction book though I'm 99% sure it's non-fiction still I want to make it 100%

[Becky]

Hi Jayl! Welcome to the best little international history book club on the net! :-) 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 books you mentioned should look:

& by Eleanor Herman

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

[Jayl]

Becky wrote: "Hi Jayl! Welcome to the best little international history book club on the net! :-) We've got great books, discussions and people here so pull up a chair and get comfy.

For this club as you ..."

Oh! Thanks for enlightenment :)

[Bryan]

Welcome Rozzer, Nancy, and Jay. I'm glad you found us.

[Jill H.]

Welcome to the club Jayl...it is the place for all those who love history. Regarding the books you mentioned, they are non-fiction, with maybe a little apocryphal incidents that would be have passed down through time. Hope that helps.

& by Eleanor Herman

[Alisa]

Hello Jay, welcome to the club. Hope you find lots of book recomendations here and enjoy participating in the discussions.

[Mark]

Rozzer, Nancy and Jayl, welcome to the world-wide History Club!

[Vicki, Assisting Moderator - Ancient Roman History]

Welcome Jayl. Boy, those are interesting-sounding books. I may have to check them out.

[André, Honorary Contributor - EMERITUS - Music]

Hi Jay and Nancy, 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

[Pieter]

Hi all,

I'm Pieter, living in New Haven, CT. Having worked as a journalist and travel writer, I started with exploration/expedition literature (from classics like Wind, Sand, and Stars to recent works like Endurance [Shackleton]). I love maritime history, like Heart of the Sea, and anything dealing with New England, especially the revolutionary war times.

Recently, I've gotten more into European history and wars and am really enjoying it. I'm looking forward to reading Thirty Year War and joining the discussion.

Feel free to contact/add me/ping me any time.
-pieter

[Nicole]

Welcome, Pieter. 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.

This is how the books you've mentioned should look:

by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

byAlfred Lansing(no photo)

by Nathaniel Philbrick

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If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.

[Alisa]

Pieter, welcome and glad you found us. Hope you enjoy the book recommendations and the discussions that can be found here.