Jeffery McKenna

Wonderful

Revisado: 11-12-22

What an amazing treat to have Philip Yancey read this book.

I have one word to describe his narration … WOW!

Who would have thought he could replicate SO MANY different southern drawls and bounce so seamlessly to his naturally pleasant voice that emanates a true sense of love … well, a true sense of GRACE.

I loved this story.
I loved the combination of words that tell it.
I loved the voices that shared it.
I loved each of the characters in it.

Truth is truly better than fiction when told to you by someone as skilled as a contemporary CS Lewis.

It may be Philip Yancey’s greatest gift and that comes from someone that finished What’s So Amazing About Grace and immediately re entered it’s pages again for a second amazing ride.

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Wonderful Treatment of a True Classic

Revisado: 11-03-21

Uncle Tom’s Cabin should be experienced by all Americans!

All Americans regardless of the color of their skin should aspire to be the caliber of human being, depicted in the nature of Tom.

The fact that the term “Uncle Tom” has become a negative reference is terribly unfortunate.

If we Americans were all like “Uncle Tom” we would be living in the greatest of all human societies. And, America would truly be great.

The negative use of the term stems from not actually reading the story or not understanding the power within a man or woman of true character regardless of skin color or circumstances.

This is the GREATEST message from this classic novel.

Tom is my example and hero.
May I always strive to be like “Uncle Tom.”

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Wonderful Job … Doing the Near Impossible!

Revisado: 10-17-21

While talking about our nation’s history, the founder of the American Village referenced Wilfred McClay’s work. I revere the mission and message of the American Village. It is one of HOPE and respect for our nation’s history.

The founder told me that McClay told our nation’s story with optimism and authenticity. I completely agree.

Land of Hope truly verges on the impossible. Comprehensively telling America’s story in an engaging, thorough and painfully honest manner, is an extraordinary task.

Wilfred McClay achieves the “near impossible task,” by placing the pieces of our history into a vibrant and hopeful mosaic. He accomplishes his stated desire, within the introduction, of creating a work that both the novice and expert in American history can enjoy. His narrative engages the reader from the first stories of the earliest prehistoric explorers of North America to the unprecedented election of the first African American.

The pace is quick. The pieces of our history are positioned and placed as decades pass through the pages. However, McClay stops along the journey to point out salient sections of the mosaic. His journey through our history produces a beautiful rendition of the greatest nation’s trials, successes, failures and in the end, results in an exquisite tapestry of its people.

I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the narrated journey!

Thank you Mr. McClay.

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Enlightening and Engaging

Revisado: 03-06-21

The performance was excellent. The story is important for all Americans to hear - a classic.

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Great Narration

Revisado: 03-04-21

Ezekiel Sharp is an AMAZING narrator.
The story of Dr. Warren and a young American learning what it means to be a True Patriot comes alive through his voice and character depictions. A true delight to experience.

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Extraordinary

Revisado: 12-16-20

Some books are good.
Some books are great.
Some are extraordinarily amazing.

The Land is in the third category.

The story is riveting. The narration could not be better.

What makes it even more powerful, is that the novel is based on true events.

This audio version of a wonderful book is a great window into the past and a hopeful looking glass to see a more fair and equitable future.

A wonderful way to educate both young and old about racism and unwavering determination.

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Inspiring ....

Revisado: 01-03-20

I have read the book twice. I just finished the audio. Both methods are wonderful.
I cannot think of how there could be a better book to help someone that wants to be a better writer. It is an enjoyable and engaging way to learn how to write and an encouraging journey with a writer that wants to infuse all that are interested with his passion.
I recommend it for all that might at some point feel discouraged about their decision to write.

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New Mason 50 Year Old Brother

Revisado: 10-16-19

For years, I was interested in Masonry. I was always impressed that so many of the founders of my country and the founders of my chosen religion had been Masons. Their devotion to Masonry caused a great personal interest. As a middle aged man, I became a Mason two years ago.

Without doubt, this book has been the GREATEST source of knowledge and inspiration with respect to the history and purpose of Masonry.

I really enjoyed it. I especially found the thoughts and quotes towards the end of the book priceless.

It is truly a timeless classic.

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Well Done!

Revisado: 09-02-17

A wonderful story that transports the listener to another time and place. Towards the end I was so moved by the story that I told my wife, "All high School students should be required to read or listen to this book." We must never forget and always remember the awful things that man can do to man and vow to never allow it to happen while we have the power to help.
The performance by the the reader was outstanding!

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Amazing!

Revisado: 08-01-17

The narration was so good. The story so wonderful. I felt I was under a spell. I hated to have it end.

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