Reviews by Elmer Boutin
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Winston Churchill
On 2/28 Elmer Boutin wrote: Sir Winston Churchill is, no doubt, one of the leading figures of the 20th Century. His place in history as a great leader is without question. I had never considered that Churchill might be a man of faith, at least not how I've traditionally thought one might be. In this book, John Perry does show ... Book Review: "Winston Churchill" Christian Encounters Series by John Perry
The King and Dr. Nick
On 2/16 Elmer Boutin wrote: I wanted to read this book because my wife is a very devoted fan of Elvis and after visiting Graceland last year I have to admit I'm rather intrigued by the man myself. This volume, by the man who was Elvis' personal physician for ten years, did not disappoint my curiosity to learn a bit more about the ... Book Review: "The King And Dr.Nick" by George Nichopoulos, M.D.
The White Horse King
On 1/16 Elmer Boutin wrote: "The White Horse King - The Life of Alfred The Great" is an excellent biography of the Anglo-Saxon King of Wessex and Mercia. Alfred is the only English king be called "The Great" and the title is well earned. Alfred was a wise man who took education and learning quite seriously. He became king during ... Well Done Biography of a Great King
Obstacles Welcome
On 11/24 Elmer Boutin wrote: The subtitle reads “Turn adversity into advantage in business and life.” This succinctly covers the purpose and aim of the book: to help the reader learn skills which will help him or her adapt and overcome to succeed in life. Ralph’s story beings with his life as a child in Cuba right after the ... Book Review – “Obstacles Welcome” by Ralph de la Vega
Everyday Greatness
On 10/27 Elmer Boutin wrote: It's an inspirational volume with stories by personalities including Alex Haley, Betty Ford, and Ed McMahon; but, also from people you may have never heard of. Some stories tell of triumph over adversity and long odds, some of gathering inspiration, and all have a life lesson. Each story is followed ... Book Review: "Everyday Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey & Reader's Digest
The X and Y of Buy
On 7/17 Elmer Boutin wrote: I am a computer geek by trade, but also a marketer by default of my position. Because of this, I’m eager to read up on topics which will broaden by knowledge of marketing and sales. “The X and Y of Buy” by Elizabeth Pace is a good book outlining differences in the sales cycle when selling to women ... Book Review: “The X and Y of Buy” by Elizabeth Pace
It Happened In Italy
On 6/13 Elmer Boutin wrote: Was Fascist Italy a safe haven for Jews during World War II? It turns out the answer to this question is "yes." Although not widely known, thousands of Jews survived the holocaust because of the Italian people. Elizabeth Bettina was a lady who spent many of her childhood summers in the small town of ... Book Review: "It Happened In Italy" by Elizabeth Bettina