This book gives an overview of the cotribution of Africa and people from Africa to the development of the Old Testament and the New Testament; the first 400 years of Church History; African American religious pioneers; and ends with a plea for racial healing in the Church and society at large.
#14502 in Books 2008-10-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 1.00 x 5.50 x 8.30l; 1.25 #File Name: 0964920549403 pagesSigned by Lt. Col. Dave Grossman
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. On killing/On combat by: Lt. Col. David Grossman (retired)By Hunter AdamSo why did I group these two separate books into the same report? Well two reasons actually.First: They both have the same authorSecond: These two books should really be one massive 700pg book in my opinionOK so about the books:On Killing: 416 pages of pure enjoyment that takes you from the civil war to current; and how we have overcome our willingness not to kill. On Combat: 403 pages of intriguing reality of what happens to us in combat and how to overcome it. How do you explain these books though. They take and condense so many aspects of what goes into both killing and combat and roll them into a book that helps you understand what happens to you in combat and why. But not only do these books outline these facts; they site studies that validate the information. They also spell out methods that can help you overcome the result; whether it be a man that is unable to pull the trigger in defense of his family; or a female veteran returning from theater with PTSD.What most people will really get a kick out of is the training methods that the Col. talks about and how it can make you a more proficient warrior.Both are geared toward the police officer and or individual warrior fighting for his country. Being a retired Marine I have even found some truths in these books that have in a way opened my eyes. They are long books but every sentence; quote; story; letter to the author and even poem hold content that I feel is very (for lack of a better term) strong.Most books have a climatic point after which the books trials off a little bit and looses the reader. I will say up front these will keep your interest.In this day in age the most interesting parts I found in both books is how media and Hollywood are affecting our children and molding them into the aggressive culture we see today. (I think the president would do well to see some of the research that Col. Grossman has compiled; and be using that to protect our children; rather than the unconstitutional attack on Americas second amendment that he is launching; if he truly believes in protecting our youth) Sorry for the rant.If you get these books just for the training ideas and tips that he gives you than you have already made a great investment; and the rest will just be a huge added bonus. I highly suggest both books for anyone that believes in protecting their family; carries a sidearm with them; is either active duty military or police (LE) or just wants to learn about what makes the service member and or police officer "run toward the guns; when everyone else is running from them".Both books highly recommended and well worth the $15.00 you might spend on the paperback versions on .1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great reminder for your safetyBy librarylindaThis book was referred to many times during a training I attended. I purchased the book right away. I am correctional staff in a medium/close security prison and this book gives reminders and information that will keep anyone safe whether walking the streets or even in an office building. Our society has acts of terrorism; shooters in restaurants; office buildings; campus'; and other places. This book will hopefully help you to recognize danger and teach you how to respond if it happens. Great book for any adult.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A Must Read Book!By John J. JonaschProfessor Grossman has written an absolutely wonderful book on the effects of combat on the combatants. He has also addressed the current worldwide surgeance of violence; especially in young people. Prof Grossman sites MANY studies conducted by trained medical people which demonstrate clearly that the current TV; Movie and Game Industry focus on violence and sex is THE cause of the new violence. This should be mandatory reading for educators and especially politicians who are sending us into combat and supporting those industries which promote violence in the name of profit. Well done!!
