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What's the best book you read this year?
I have read 35 books this year, 17 of which I rated five stars.
The best book I read this year was David Michaelis' Schulz and Peanuts: A Biography. I understand this book in controversial and has been blasted by many in Schulz's family. However, I still found it fascinating because I share many of the same personality traits as Schulz (if Michaelis' profile of the artist is correct). In my opinion, Michaelis did a good job with sources, references, and linking certain strips to events that were going on in Schulz's life at a particular date.
Here are some honorable mentions.
I read this book for my American Indian Studies class in January. This book offers a different history of Columbus and the arrival of the Europeans to North and South America than what is often told in the schools of the United States. The details and accounts of the slaughter of millions of indigenous people is graphic and disturbing (yes, there are sources and references to back up Stannard's claims).
I read this book in January. As a fan of Russian literature, I instantly connected with Tolstoy's style and language. I loved the way he blasted convential wisdom and thinking during that turbulant time in Russia's history. I believe many of his ideas are radical and should be given serious consideration. I think Tolstoy had a firm understanding of the Gospel.
I read this book in March. Churchill's essays give a reader a wonderful understanding to how many Native Americans think about issues that face them today.
I read this book in August for my Independent Study course. There is nothing like Luther's writings to help spark an internal reformation.
I read this book in November for the same Independent Study course. Dr. King's sermons were powerful and I believe are still relevant for today's world.
I wrote about this book a couple of weeks ago. Learning about Mother Teresa's spiritual difficulties helped me to learn about how to deal with my own spiritual hardships.
What's the best gift you received this year?
There were several gifts worthy of the "Best Gift of '07" award. Honorable mentions go to the Qur'an, a fine $40 Barnes & Noble gift card, six new ice fishing lures, and a crisp $50 bill.
However, the "Best Gift of '07" award is shared by two winners.
