Father's Day is this Sunday, June 21st, have you bought Dad (or the husband) a gift yet? If not, there are some great books out there to choose from, and in paperback too so he won't stress about how much you've spent! Here's my list of 10 recommendations, serve one up with breakfast in bed made by the kids (unlike mom, dad won't worry about what a mess the kitchen is so said preparation won't dampen his mood).
Havana Nocturne: How the Mob Owned Cuba...and Then Lost it to the Revolution by T.J. English -- feed his Godfather obsession
Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace...One School at a Time by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin -- he'll be amazed by what one man can accomplish
American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House by John Meecham -- who doesn't love a Pulitzer Prize winner?
The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein -- he'll cry but still be reading a book about racing, with a dog too!
The Reagan Diaries edited by Douglas Brinkley -- fill out his library with this essential tome
The Wall Street Guide to Power Travel -- keep him traveling with ease, even in a recession
Born to Explore How to be a Backyard Adventurer by Richard Wiese-- outdoor activities he can do with the kids, or on a guys weekend away
For the Thrill of It: Leopold, Loeb and the Murder that Shocked Jazz Age Chicago by Simon Baatz -- pair it with Hitchcock's Rope for the perfect Leopold and Loeb combo gift
When You Are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris -- make him laugh out loud
The Forgotten Man: A New History of the Great Depression by Amity Shlaes -- a new examination that sheds much light on what's happening today
Great post! I see a couple titles on there I wouldn't mind reading.
Posted by: Kathy | June 17, 2009 at 07:37 AM
Great list, thanks!
Posted by: rhapsodyinbooks | June 17, 2009 at 09:03 AM
Saw the Havana book at Barnes and Noble and resisted the temptation. But like my father doesn't like me spending money. If it was a paperback like you said he would not get upset. Thank you for the list of recommendations for Father's Day.
Posted by: Carolina Gal's Literary Cafe | June 17, 2009 at 12:09 PM
My husband loved "When You Are Engulfed In Flames!" I've actually had "For The Thrill of It.." on my TBR list for a while but just haven't picked it up yet. I guess I could give it to hubby for Father's Day as a way to justify buying it. After all, he's already getting "The House of Mondavi" which is another one I wanted!
Posted by: Lisa | June 19, 2009 at 01:09 AM
Great list! I did one for Mother's day, but didn't have the chance to do one for Father's Day.
I'm giving away a copy of Three Cups of Tea right now on my blog! http://bibliofreakblog.com/in-the-real-world/give-cups-tea/
Posted by: J.T. Oldfield | June 23, 2009 at 08:48 AM