Rediscovering God in America: Reflections on the Role of Faith in Our Nation's History and Future by Newt Gingrich

4 of 5 stars  ****

The book, Rediscovering God in America: Reflections on the Role of Faith in Our Nation's History and Future, by Newt Gingrich, is a review for this reader having read, listened, and viewed many books, Audiobooks, DVD's, and seminars by another American premier historian, David Barton. Newt Gingrich's account gives veracity to the claim that the United States of America is a Christian nation. It is evidenced in the written word of those who came before us and the Judao-Christian icons and symbols displayed in the architecture of our nation's most significant buildings. 

The book is an easy read and the audio version is read by Newt and his wife, Callista, who narrate beautifully together. This book also offers information about various buildings, past and present, their locations, and the times they are available to the public. A trip to Washington D.C. is a more complete and fulfilling experience once armed with a copy of this book. Newt makes the inanimate come alive with his expert prose and astute intellect. 

The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis

5 of 5 stars  *****

The eloquence of C.S. Lewis turns the letters of Screwtape, a demonic entity expert in the art of temptation, into an introspective lesson for an individual lucky enough to read this, one of the author's last writings. The format provides Lewis with opportunity to touch upon many subjects that are in debate still today. 
I see the political philosophy of Ayn Rand in the quote,(view spoiler) Listening to this Audiobook is a real pleasure. The book has the advantage of looking up the profound observations presented in such an entertaining way by this master penman and wordsmith.

A is for Alibi (Kinsey Millhone #1) by Sue Grafton

3 of 5 stars  ***

Sue Grafton develops her protagonist, Kinsey Millhone, in this, the first of several novels about a female private investigator. The character development is done well in making Kinsey an intelligent, dedicated career investigator who must be brutally honest with herself to maintain the proper perspective while on a case. The reader is engaged with the story line and the character as human emotions cope with professional discernment leading to an interesting and thrilling climax.

In Focus: National Geographic Greatest Photographs by Leah Bendavid-Val (Editor), National Geographic Society

5 out of 5 stars  *****

A beautiful display of the world's best photographers in one delightful coffee-table book. Each page is another journey down the visually literate path.

The National Geographic Society: 100 Years of Adventure & Discovery by C.D.B. Bryan

4 out of 5 stars  ****

A real enjoyment sitting on my coffee table, this book draws company to its internal journey around the world, compliments of National Geographic's talented photographers and perceptive prose writers who describe the book's contents.

Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives by Dan Millman

5 out of 5 stars  *****

An enjoyable read full of self discovery. A gymnast at the top of his game injures himself and finds a new arena of trials and tribulations that prove to be his milieu for learning the most significant and valuable lessons he needs in his life. This real life story about Dan Millman inspires anyone who reads this book. Dan discovers that he cannot realize his spiritual potential by himself using the same thought process and work ethic that brought him to world-class caliber. He requires the amazing friendship of an old gas station attendant known as Socrates and the intriguing relationship he develops with a strong character of the opposite sex, Joy. Way of the Peaceful Warrior is a book for any mature person seeking peace and balance within, using brutal honesty, healthy body, and clear mind.

The Liberty Amendments: Restoring the American Republic by Mark R. Levin

5 of 5 stars *****

A solution to restore America to the original intent of its founding fathers, The Liberty Amendments: Restoring the American Republic, outlines the manner and supports the rationale for taking measures to ensure less corruption and deceit by those in power who wish to remain in that intoxicating position at all costs. Mark Levin, in his earlier books, Liberty and Tyranny, and, Ameritopia, describes how America starts with a Constitution that limits the powers of men and groups of men and women in government, then describes how disregard for that Constitution leads to a Progressive Socialist form of government, one which resembles a declining Europe more than an exceptional America. This third book on the subject of the American Constitution expertly delineates the appropriate Conservative approach necessary to become a trusted, economically responsible nation once again, a country the world can depend upon to act with moral conviction and compassion for all humanity and who demonstrates such virtue with its own citizens. 

All Conservative pundits praise The Liberty Amendments: Restoring the American Republic as inspirational while the opposition, far-left Liberals, view it as heresy. Anyone who knows the American Constitution as the longest lasting document of its type in the history of the world with designs to give the people of sovereign states the ultimate power in government, must acknowledge Mark Levin's body of work in this arena of law and justice as brilliant. That body of work culminates in The Liberty Amendments: Restoring the American Republic which offers a cogent, logical solution worthy of our best efforts to implement, if liberty and freedom have a chance, still, in America.