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Rated The Spy and the Traitor: The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War 10/10
Ben Macintyre has written a fantastic factual book, [b:The Spy and the Traitor: The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War|37542581|The Spy and the Traitor The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War|Ben Macintyre|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1522906662l/37542581._SY75_.jpg|59145602] , which reads like a thriller novel which you simply cannot put down. <br/><br/>The book is a testament to the significant contribution Oleg Gordievsky made to ensuring the Cold War remained without escalation into all out war and helped ensure effective diplomatic relationships could be established between the USSR and NATO allies. <br/><br/>Ben Macintyre has diligently researched the subject matter drawing on open source information, first hand accounts and other documents in order to develop a coherent story that immerses the reader into the various situations Oleg Gordievsky found himself in. The story provides a roller coaster of emotions providing a visceral glimpse into the Cold cold war spy world where the stakes are at their highest.<br/><br/>This fascinating novel is worth putting on your reading list , I am certain you will not be disappointed.
Wants to read A Promised Land
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Rated The Better Part of Valor 4/10
Rated The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo 6/10
Rated The Buffalo Hunter Hunter 10/10
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Wants to read What If We Get It Right?: Visions of Climate Futures
Rated An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth 8/10
Rated Duende 10/10
Tracy K. Smith is always great. I'm always glad to read her books.
Rated What Is Queer Food?: How We Served a Revolution 7/10
<div>This book is both a history of the queer people behind notable moments in food culture, and also an examination of what exactly it means to make food "queer." (Yes, Gay Brunch and quiche are touched upon.) For Birdsall, it is primarily about gathering the important people in one's life, people who exist in the margins, and experiencing an act of togetherness. That act can be nourishing, decadent, indulgent, or just making do with what you've got, but it all counts.<br><br>If you're looking for a book that talks more about the food itself over the people cooking it, it may not be for you. But as something that contributes to the archive of queer history, I liked it. I also spend a fair amount of time thinking about food and cooking, which began as a way to be able to eat what I wanted, but in a form I could either digest or afford. I am not a precise cook — my kitchen scale gets the most use for measuring the pasta I buy in bulk— but I've been told I'm an excellent one. I have brought dishes to many a queer potluck, organized many a queer artsy party involving food, and have helped teach my kids how to cook, so they know how to feed themselves and others as they move out into the world. Queer food is often about intent. If I were attempting to decide if a particular meal were queer in some way, I might ask myself, "What community is this meal for?"<br><br>There are moments where I may not entirely agree with Birdsall's analysis, and but I appreciate how well-sourced the book is. He is clear on where he gets his information, and also why he occasionally veers into moments of speculation. We do not necessarily want to force modern terminology upon historical figures, but we can also allow them to have fully dignified and more complete remembrances. There is a full, diverse cast of people here. And you'll learn the origin of Chiffon Cake.</div>
Rated Star wars: The Last Jedi: Expanded Edition 8/10
Rated Magical Thinking: True Stories 8/10