really liked the included history
582774
I have researched some on the history of the Hopewell Indians. Loved how they were intertwined in the book. Looking forward to the next book.
3477691
I especially appreciated getting the history of this area of the world along with a good story.  Will need to check out more of Lapierre's writings.
1681553
I was interested in reading a good history of India, and was recommended this book by a friend. I really enjoyed it and found it a good way to get a broad view of India as told through the lives of 50 people throughout Indian history.  Each story was an easy read and moved fast, and it was a good way to cover a lot of interesting ground in an easy to read way.
3863105
I really enjoyed the history behind the book. I have more on the way Oh by the way this book was especially for my husband. These are all his comments
3431689
Liked human interest wrapped around history. Makes it more interesting and personal. You really get to know the characters and personalities of the past.
1232060
I enjoy books that blend history and fiction and this book had both.  I found myself looking up the castles on Wikipedia to see the actual buildings that the book talked about.  Great plot and characters.
699416
I loved both of these books. The History alone makes them worth the buy.
4906809
The book was a little slow at first...I'm sure that much is because I was clumsy with learning to use my new Kindle.  About a third of the way through the book I got to where it was really interesting and I enjoyed the remainder very much.  It's not my usual genre in reading, but the history was really well presented.  This was the first time I've known about that particular aspect of the Revolutionary War, and as a history buff, it almost felt like I was an actual observer at times.  All in all, time well spent!
4928276
Was recommended by a friend .... As I enjoy reading this type of history.  Will share with other family members.
3764388
As a student of history I was delighted by the additional /personal information provided but the Diaries.  I only wish they were published in full.
I have read Churchill, Cooper etc but this was really interesting.
4871391
Great for history buffs and was packaged really well
4715988
Really liked this book. Filled with lots of history, which isn't my area of expertise but still enjoyed it!
797761
I am a Civil War re-enactor but admit I don't really like to READ history that much.  But I did enjoy this a lot (got it as a Christmas gift) and recommend it.  The background about all the politics and social issues leading up to the war was very helpful, gave me a new perspective on the roots of the war and secession.  I knew a fair amount about some of the Confederate generals but wasn't too well versed in the politicians, so this book was an education. While I found a few minor errors in the index (not a big deal), the book was overall very thorough and well researched.  The little boxed items scattered through the book (the "RebeLingo" items) were amusing and helpful.  The author even had a section on us re-enactors, so I give him an extra star just for that!
3686104
I like this book because it contained a lot of history along with a very layered very good story. I have already purchased the next in the series. That is usually something I don't do.....read books that are written in series. But this book made me hungry for the rest of the story!
2007208
Characters interesting, liked the history woven into the story.
3472154
I liked this book a lot because it was handy to pick up and read short sections. I'm really busy with work, but was able to read sections while on the train commuting and not feel like I had lost the narrative thread. I learned a lot and found the material to be presented in a way that is fun and informative. Plus I really liked how the book was designed with a canvas-like cover.
3281999
I love travelogues and this one was the best I've read recently. I love how the author interspersed her great- grandparent' diary entries alongside her trek, which retraced their journey. She also provided a lot of local history of the regions she passed through. While the author tended to be a little preachy at times about certain issues, this book is a great contribution to western history and family history. Thanks to Edelweiss for the advance copy.