Heribert Von Feilitzsch

impossible to put down

Revisado: 11-01-22

This book is well researched and tells a gripping story of corruption. The oil barons of yesteryear unsurprisingly engaged in the same shenanigans as big industry today.

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A valuable history

Revisado: 01-28-22

This book about crimes committed by the Texas Rangers in the early 20th century is an important contribution to Texas history. The author makes great use of oral histories and personal collections adding to the scant documentation preserved in archives. At times I found the story too polemic. The material spoke for itself and did not need further prodding. Readers not as much in agreement with the need to recount this terrible history as I would likely be turned off as a result. I particularly liked the last part of the book that linked the history to today. With respect to sources I did not hear Harris and Sandler's book on the Texas Rangers and the Mexican Revolution quoted. I only listened to the book and this important work may have been referenced in the print version. I also noticed some important omissions, such as a clear identification of who was behind the Plan de San Diego, and some inaccuracies, for example what the Neutrality Laws mandated. Overall, however, a great history that challenges the listener and captures full attention throughout.

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Changed my Understanding of History

Revisado: 12-16-21

Wow! A tragic, heart wrenching story, brilliantly told, meticulously researched. History at its best! As a German without any history or understanding of the African-American experience I am in shock and awe!

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The Best Book Written About the Trump Era

Revisado: 12-08-21

Adam Schiff, in a calm but emotional and compassionate account, lays out the incomprehensible rise of sedition and authoritarianism in our country. of all the books written about the Trump presidency, this is by far the best.

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Lies have short legs

Revisado: 11-22-21

My mother used to tell me when I told a lie and she caught it: Lies have short legs (translated from German). meaning that lies will not stand the test of time. Truth comes out most of the time, eventually. Jonathon Karl has helped the uncovering of lies and the liars who told them (not just the president). Willful, concocted untruths that have very short legs, especially with an expert investigative journalist shining right through them. Reading about the circumstances surrounding January 6 makes me wonder, who objectively could look at this president and his party and remain sympathetic.

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Best Political Autobiography I Ever Read

Revisado: 06-11-21

Whether you agree with Brack Obama's politics or not, this book is incredibly compelling, thoughtful, honest, and fun.

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Not much new

Revisado: 08-26-20

As the title implies this was about the role of the military in the Trump administration. I respect Peter Bergen especially because of his deep insights and sources. This book had almost nothing new to offer. Most information in the book is readily available in the mainstream press. For the lack of wow factor, the book tried to make up with longwindedness. All in all a disappointing read.

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The Power of Persuasion

Revisado: 06-09-20

This book tells a great story of a man who grew from a negotiator to the main force for finding peaceful outcomes in desperate situations. Gary Noesner grew even after this book into someone who was willing to call out the disastrous death of so many children near Waco, Texas. Compelling story, gripping tale!

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Revolution or Return to Status Quo?

Revisado: 03-20-20

This book is very well researched and offers a new perspective on the Mexican Revolution. Many Mexicans 100 years after the bloody Civil War are struggling with the question of whether the Revolution fundamentally changed life in Mexico. Dr. Buchenau says, it depends. In a detailed analysis not only of Obregon but also his fellow Sonorans the question of which direction they took the revolution looms large. Obregon became a strongman, a caudillo in the tradition of Santa Anna 100 years before. The book is a great read and the conclusion I leave up to the reader to enjoy.

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Wasted Intelligence

Revisado: 03-02-19

Michael Hayden provides a compelling story of what intelligence is supposed to achieve. He laments how ill-informed many Trump decisions are. Trump refuses to listen, because he does not read, is transactional, non-reflective, and suspicions.

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