The Winds Of Time by Rich Disilvio
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- ISBN: 0981762514
- Publisher: DV Books
- Pub. Date: June 2008
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Synopsis
With today's stormy climate of terrorism, mass migrations, religious fervor, and social, political, and legal breakdowns, many Americans are asking serious questions, yet hearing vaporous answers. Are the woes of today much different from those of the past? More importantly, can we learn from the past?
In The Winds of Time, Rich DiSilvio not only retells the sweeping story of Western history but he simultaneously analyzes political and religious leaders and seminal doers to help answer these questions. From ancient Greece and Rome to modern America, DiSilvio offers a concise and coherent rendition of Western civilization from a very pragmatic perspective. In essence, great nations survive because of great actions, not passivity.
Also included are narrative vignettes. These unique literary creations are semi-historical snapshots of various characters' lives. By giving many prominent leaders of history a voice, the author breathes life into the musty old pages of history to not simply entertain but also enlighten. With vitality and wit the lives of Augustus, Constantine, Da Vinci, Darwin, Edison, Einstein, Hitler, FDR and others all vividly spring to life.
A must read for any American that appreciates an unsugarcoated approach to viewing life or assessing the provocative people that risked life and limb to truly shape our world.
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Winds Of Timeby Anonymous
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08/13/2008: Shakespeare?s ?What?s past is prologue? postulates that what has happened in the past sets the scene for the greatness that follows if one builds on the lessons of history. But this greatness can be either good or evil as accurately defined by DiSilvio in The Winds of Time. No one denies the evil greatness of Hitler, or of his polar opposite, Washington. Both played world-tipping roles that helped shape western civilization, and the knowledge learned from studying their influence as well as others detailed in the book, should be re-visited often to ensure our compass remains pointed due North. DiSilvio points out that many of the same conditions and circumstances from the past have formed again and critical decisions have to be made. It will take a titan to lead us safely through the land mines if our western civilization, our way of life, is to survive. DiSilvio?s precise analysis lights the path ? will we follow it? A great, engaging read!
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08/01/2008: As an avid reader of biographies and history, I was amazed at how engaging and enlightening this book was. Rich Di Silvio blends lucid facts with periodic vignettes to bring historic icons to life while connecting the dots to relate past events and accomplishments to our current way of life. Leaving almost no area of our lives untouched, Rich Di Silvio relates everyday mores, values and objects to thier roots in ancient history. An easy read that will no doubt incite stimulating conversation!
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