audiobook The Zinn Reader: Writings on Disobedience and Democracy by Howard Zinn in History

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. From a New Zinn ReaderBy Sherri GriffinI was introduced to Mr. Zinn by Youtube. If you are in doubt of what this book is about then you should watch Matt Damon perform "The Problem is Civil Disobedience". You'll get a good idea of what Zinn and this book are about.This is a HUGE book-- around 800 pages; but it's full of short articles and speeches which Mr. Zinn wrote. I found it a great exercise to read one to two of his chapters a day and then chew on the new information which he stirred in my brain.He is not really a liberal or a conservative-- he is doesn't really fall under a label; in my opinion. He preaches from many different political aspects; but I can see how some would say he is more liberal. He speaks out for civil rights; the poor; and questions motives for war; although I don't think those should be "liberal" view points. As a Libertarian; I feel as if everyone should want equality for all human beings and to help those who are disadvantaged. He does; however; point out ideology in which is neither Republican or Democratic; but rather a different political mindset. He questions common ideas which we hear in America every day-- work hard and you can get far or what really is freedom of speech.It is a great book to read; absorbed; and ponder. It will make you look at things differently-- you may or may not agree; but it will make you think and I believe that is the greatest gift that this book delivers.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Big Success as a giftBy Kindle CustomerMy grandson; Taylor was VERY pleased to receive the two Zinn books that I ordered. His brother (who had been a poly-sci major) was familiar with the author and was excited on brother's behalf! I was excited because the gifts were really well accepted which is always rewarding in and of itself. These books make one THINK and that's what young twenty-somethings need to do in this era. A great gift all around for this young man.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Read Howard Zinn.By Trail JunkieAwesome book. Howard Zinn was a visionary and a incredible human. He writes from a historical perspective in hopes we can make a better world. Do yourself a favor and read his writings.