- What Is the Story of Captain Kirk? (Who Was? Series) by M.D. Payne. This book is a succinct history of the Star Trek series and movies, with emphasis on the character of Capt. James T(iberius) Kirk. Wow, what a fan base Star Trek has had over the years; maybe not as big as Star Wars, but equally or more passionate.
- His Grandest Glories by A.E. Knoch. Excellent survey of Colossians from an American dispensational teacher and how it complements Ephesians. These are the only two of Paul’s epistles that explicitly discuss “the church which is [Christ’s] body” (Eph. 1:22-23, Col. 1:18) and its unique heavenly calling in this age. Knoch contributed to Bullinger’s Things to Come journal before beginning his own magazine, Unsearchable Riches. I don’t support his universalism or Concordant Version, but what profound thoughts on the significance of this epistle, its relation to Ephesians, and more!
- A History of the World in Six Glasses by Tom Standage. Fascinating “popular history” work by the author of An Edible History of Humanity. The six glasses are on the cover, so it’s not a “spoiler” to say that he covers beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and soda and their respective significance in history. Though the emphasis is on these beverages – their discovery, development, and impact on mankind – one can’t help but learn a great deal about cultures ancient, medieval, and modern along the way. Easy and enjoyable reading but with many takeaways.
- Very Washington DC by Diana Gessler. Since I spend three days a week in D.C., I thought it would be good to learn about it in more detail. Wow, is there lots to know about D.C. and lots to explore. This pictorial book covers the history and sights of the District concurrently, with beautiful hand-drawn artwork in lieu of photographs. Ms. Gessler has written similar books about California, Charleston, and New Orleans for those interested (like me).
- Foreign to Familiar by Sarah A. Lanier. An easy and immensely interesting read about understanding and navigating cultural differences. The author has lived and worked in several countries and shares amazing insights about cultural differences that can help anyone whether they travel or not.
- Leopold’s Dream by Francisco Melendez. A juvenile work on an early aviator, Leopold Kapp, roughly contemporary with the Wright Brothers. I’m having trouble finding references to him online, though, curiously.
- The Civility Solution: What to Do When People Are Rude by P.M. Forni. I’m so grateful that there are people passionate enough about this subject to write on it and inspire others. This book is actually a sequel to Forni’s Choosing Civility: both are worthwhile reading.
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