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Subject: biography challenge--what's on for September?
Date Posted: 9/8/2013 7:51 AM ET
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I'm tackling a biography about Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Several readers I respect have praised this book: so far it is extremely interesting, although I know it's going to be painful to read as his life proceeds.

What are the rest of you reading?

                                                                                  Rose

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Date Posted: 9/8/2013 8:58 PM ET
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Date Posted: 9/10/2013 9:36 AM ET
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Just finished Grizzlies in Their Back Yard by Beth Day, the true story of a couple who moved away from civilization in 1919, and how they survived and thrived.  I couldn't put it down.

Reading now She Ain't Heavy, She's My Mother by Bryon Batt, his memoir of growing up in New Orleans, and a sweet tribute to his dear mother.  Enjoying it so far.

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Date Posted: 9/23/2013 11:38 AM ET
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Read a wonderful one this month:  Go Down Together:  The True, Untold Story of Bonnie and Clyde by Jeff Guinn which in my opinion is a five star read.



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Date Posted: 10/1/2013 2:44 AM ET
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