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The Life and Miracles of Saint Margaret of Cortona - Giunta Bevegnati - A Short Summary & Review

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A short summary of The Life and Miracles of Saint Margaret of Cortona: The title says it all. My favorite Saint Margaret of Cortona quote from the book: "Whoever tries to gather virtues without first gathering humility will only scatter dust in the wind." Questions to ponder while reading The Life and Miracles of Saint Margaret of Cortona: Do you feel guilty about the past? Have you ever questioned your motives? My review of The Life and Miracles of Saint Margaret of Cortona: A good, deep dive into the mind of a saint. Keep in mind the dated language. I have a long way to go, my friends. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  sho

The Case for Christ - Lee Strobel - A Short Summary & Review

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A short summary of The Case for Christ: Finding credible evidence for Christ. My favorite Lee Strobel quote from the book: "Behavior reflects personality." Questions to ponder while reading The Case for Christ: Can the spiritual be proven absolutely? Will you ever have enough facts? My review of The Case for Christ: A good look into the historical data. A good book for the Christian curious. A good look at what you can believe. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , or by buying me a cup of coffee!

Nine Elms - Robert Bryndza - A Short Summary and Review

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A short summary of Nine Elms: A masticating murder mystery. My favorite Robert Bryndza quote from the book: "You can't polish a turd." Questions to ponder while reading Nine Elms: How much freedom should convicted murderers get? Why do killers attract a following? My thoughts about Nine Elms: A fun, thrilling read. I admit to being disappointed, often, in Kate. Another example of why you shouldn't sleep with co-workers. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , or by buying me a cup of coffee