Wednesday, April 30, 2008

We are Visual People

Or if you can, pick up Donald David McCullough or better yet pick up the DVD set of the mini-series from the book. Listen to the speeches of the men who helped lead our country through independence. Listen to there verbal imagery. ...

Source: http://www.wdavidphillips.com/2008/04/30/we-are-visual-people/

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

An Adams Family Journey - Through Books, HBO Series and the <b>...</b>

My obsession, and Patty will tell you I move from obsession to obsession, started with the HBO series John Adams, which is based on the David McCullough’s epic biography . Despite moments of expecting Paul Giamatti to burst out in ...

Source: http://www.scottstearns.com/?p=944

<b>David McCullough</b> And Ken Burns To Speak At Belmont

Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and historian David McCullough will headline a bevy of political events on campus programmed around the presidential town hall debate the school will host Oct. 7. ...

Source: http://politics.nashvillepost.com/2008/04/23/david-mccullough-and-ken-burns-to-speak-at-belmont/

Monday, April 28, 2008

<b>David McCullough</b>: fame and fortune

David McCullough, honored April 10 by The Christophers with a Life Achievement Award, has done plenty in his professional life to make him worthy of the honor, including writing several history books — two of which have won Pulitzer ...

Source: http://cnsblog.wordpress.com/2008/04/15/david-mccullough-fame-and-fortune/

John Adams - our second President

Did you know it was based on the biography, written by David McCullough, entitled – strangely enough – John Adams. Mr. McCullough, a Pulitzer Prize winner, by the way, wrote his Adam’s biography in 2001 and the book makes for some very ...

Source: http://nplbookplace.blogspot.com/2008/04/john-adams-our-second-president.html

Sunday, April 27, 2008

<b>David McCullough</b> on what Adams and Jefferson would think of <b>...</b>

Over on the editoral page of the Kennebec Journal, I came across this video of Opinion Page Editor Naomi Schalit interviewing David McCullough, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "John Adams."

Source: http://tornoe.blogspot.com/2008/04/david-mccullough-on-what-adams-and.html

Leadership Tips from <b>David McCullough</b>

In this interview, two-time Pulitzer Prize winning historian David McCullough discusses the qualities of leadership that remain consistent throughout history. Having a knowledge of history is important for any potential leader because ...

Source: http://voyageministries.blogspot.com/2008/04/leadership-tips-from-david-mccullough.html

Saturday, April 26, 2008

Americans naivety and racism in &#39;08

This series, produced by Tom Hanks, is based on David McCullough's Pulitzer Prize winning book about our nation's second president. Any history buff who does not watch this stirring production is missing something extremely valuable. ...

Source: http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/4/26/133647/897

yearwood/ cookbook!/ <b>David McCullough</b>/ A law

She and rachel made this wonderful from scratch german choc cake with wonderful icing. I know that david McCullough will be lecturing in a local college area soon. Taking time to enjoy the spring and new flowers...

Source: http://cjcakesandfudge.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!37BF52EFAE6A02D9!1009.entry

Friday, April 25, 2008

John Adams

The seven-part miniseries, based on Adam’s recent favorable biography by David McCullough, made for good drama and was well produced, but fell short on providing some important facts. Paul Giamatti’s performance as Adams was excellent ...

Source: http://politicalchase.com/2008/04/21/john-adams/

<b>David mccullough</b>

David McCullough to Deliver Keynote Address in Lives of Liberty Series … David McCullough to Deliver Keynote Address in Lives of Liberty Series Sept. 5 Lecture is part of the College’s celebration of Marquis’ 250th birthday ...

Source: http://obsessionofchild.blogrevo.com/2008/03/15/david-mccullough/

Thursday, April 24, 2008

FREEDOM OF RELIGION

David McCullough wrote an excellent account in "1776". We come from brave, convicted, determined and Christian forebearers who -- considered radicals in their time -- put it all on the line to throw off the yoke of tyranny. ...

Source: http://radiopatriot.blogspot.com/2008/04/freedom-of-religion.html

Incase You Missed It...

Collin's talk is now available to download from the church website. The related guest service is also available. Suicide- The Signs to Watch For, The Hope to Find Dr. Andrew Collins Hope in a Hopeless World Rev.David McCullough.

Source: http://dontmakefriendswithsalad.blogspot.com/2008/04/incase-you-missed-it.html

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

History: What&#39;s the Point?

David McCullough is not surprised, saying, “The textbooks are dreary, they’re done by committee, they’re often hilariously politically correct and they’re not doing any good.” But there is a solution and it comes from famed historian ...

Source: http://inkrethink.blogspot.com/2008/04/history-whats-point.html

1776 by <b>McCullough</b>, <b>David</b> G.

In the twelve fateful months of 1776, the American colonies could have-- and probably should have-- been forced back under British rule. However, a combination of cunning, determination, and sheer luck helped the colonists forge a path ...

Source: http://www.wpac.epls.org/polaris/view.aspx?CN=283211

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

<b>David McCullough</b>: His next book is about Paris (interview)

David McCullough remembers when he decided history might be more than just a class in school. He was 14 or 15 when a family in his Point Breeze neighborhood invited him along on a spring break trip to Charlottesville and Williamsburg, ...

Source: http://hnn.us/roundup/entries/49202.html

Historian <b>David McCullough</b> to speak at Bryant

“Historian and award-winning author David McCullough will speak on Thursday, April 24, at 7:30 pm in the Chace Wellness and Athletic Center for the Trustee Speaker Series. The lecture, titled “The Presidency,” will be followed by a ...

Source: http://krupplibrary.wordpress.com/2008/04/07/historian-david-mccullough-to-speak-at-bryant/

Monday, April 21, 2008

HBO’s John Adams

Kudos to Tom Hanks and Play Tone for producing this adaptation of David McCullough’s groundbreaking book on Adams. I hope this bodes well for Hanks upcoming turn as Abe Lincoln, but we will see. At least, he knocked this one out of the ...

Source: http://planetaugsburg.wordpress.com/2008/04/21/hbos-john-adams/

Connected Lives (Part Four)

I settled in last evening, wrapped in my favorite blanket, to watch the seventh and final installment of HBO’s spectacular adaptation of David McCullough’s biography of John Adams. As with the prior episodes, I was not disappointed. ...

Source: http://www.take2max.com/writing/2008/04/21/connected-lives-four/

Sunday, April 20, 2008

Fave Five

THREE CUPS OF TEA by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin. 2. EAT, PRAY, LOVE by Elizabeth Gilbert. 3. THE AUDACITY OF HOPE by Barack Obama. 4. JOHN ADAMS by David McCullough. 5. DREAMS FROM MY FATHER by Barack Obama ...

Source: http://lnuchellbooks.wordpress.com/2008/04/20/fave-five-9/

Some things never change.

The seven-part series is based on David McCullough's book of the same name. McCullough, if you've never heard of or read any of his books, is an amazing historian. He has written about prolific figures and events in American history ...

Source: http://middaydistraction.blogspot.com/2008/04/some-things-never-change.html

Saturday, April 19, 2008

Leaving the Ridge

... seems to have made all the difference in signal strength and range. Now all I have to do is replace the electronics that I have lost from PG&E's giant power surge that came through a few months ago. Auwe! Thanks for reading, David.

Source: http://www.davidmichaelmccullough.net/2008/04/leaving-ridge.html

Thoughts on the Ridge of Dreams

... jingoism and perhaps we may begin to someday act with the community of people in mind and not the community of nations. Woodrow Wilson's United Nations was a beginning but only that. I fear for what is coming. Thanks for reading. David.

Source: http://www.davidmichaelmccullough.net/2008/04/thoughts-on-ridge-of-dreams.html

Friday, April 18, 2008

elnabaker.com and studio360.org

Aloha, as I sat around the fire tonight, watching the stars, being oh so stunningly obvious introspective man (that was a joke people) I also caught studio360.org on KQUED (88.5). I listened to Elna Baker doing a spot she entitled, ...

Source: http://www.davidmichaelmccullough.net/2008/04/elnabakercom-and-studio360org.html

What a Weekend!

Friday 18th April Liam Goligher (Duke Street, Richmond) John Woodside (Drogheda Presbyterian Church) Venue: Stranmillis College, Belfast Register Online Hope in a Hopeless World Sunday 20th April 7pm Rev. David McCullough ...

Source: http://dontmakefriendswithsalad.blogspot.com/2008/04/what-weekend_17.html

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Bedside Reading List

The Johnstown Flood by David McCullough Chasin' That Devil's Music by Gayle Dean Wardlow The Prestige by Christopher Priest Innocent When You Dream: The Tom Waits Reader Dark Water by Koji Suzuki The Land Where the Blues Began by Alan ...

Source: http://mrdankelly.livejournal.com/2103642.html

Earmarking Adams

Long an admirer of the strong-willed and deeply principled Adams, Culberson noted that the first book he read after he was sworn in as congressman was David McCullough’s biography of the former president. The book is the basis of the ...

Source: http://thethirdmanhouston.wordpress.com/2008/04/15/earmarking-adams/

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Variations on a Theme by <b>David McCullough</b>

David McCullough, John Adams, page 218 The morning bourbon - an ounce of Old Grandad or Wild Turkey taken after the two-mile walk and a few setting-up exercises and the rubdown that usually followed the morning walk - had also become ...

Source: http://www.newzwave.com/news/rdn.php?id=1316258

Message From Pastor <b>David</b>

John is a good friend and I love his family dearly…the good news is that they will still be around. Please join me in prayer that the Johnson family will continue to be blessed. In Christ,. Pastor David.

Source: http://agapefellowshipchurch.com/site/message-from-pastor-david/

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

John Adams [sound recording] by <b>McCullough</b>, <b>David</b> G.

Chronicles the life of America's second president, including his youth, his career as a Massachusetts farmer and lawyer, his marriage to Abigail, his rivalry with Thomas Jefferson, and his influence on the birth of the United States.

Source: http://cat.lmls.org/polaris/view.aspx?CN=397458

Monday, April 14, 2008

<b>David McCullough</b> on the &#39;burgh

The Trib recently asked historian David McCullough about Pittsburgh. (McCullough is the author of the superb John Adams biography that has been turned into the HBO series everyone is talking about.) Here is what the 'burgh native had to ...

Source: http://paulsnatchko.blogspot.com/2008/04/david-mccullough-on-burgh.html

Historian &amp; author <b>David McCullough</b> on postage stamp — Ceremony at <b>...</b>

CAMDEN — Historian and author David McCullough received an unexpected honor at the Camden Post Office April 3; his face will appear on a new postage stamp.

Source: http://www.mainecoastnow.com/articles/2008/04/09/camden_herald/local_news/doc47f52ae3530e2394343999.txt

Sunday, April 13, 2008

Talk Talk: <b>David McCullough</b>, Geraldo Rivera, Ryan Phillippe

Charlie Rose: David McCullough; The Late Show with David Letterman: Sean Combs and Al Lubel (repeat); Jay Leno: Adam Carolla, Geraldo Rivera, and The Black Crowes; Jimmy Kimmel Live: Nate Berkus, Mary J. Blige, and Missy Higgins (repeat ...

Source: http://www.tvsquad.com/2008/03/21/talk-talk-david-mccullough-geraldo-rivera-ryan-phillippe/

<b>David McCullough</b> - George Washington Presentation

Show ID: 96413 Start at: 2/13/2008 10:46 am PST Embed: http://www.ustream.tv/w.Fkz.JY,4eOc.LoqH8L8g.usc Description: The Constitutional Sources Project, the only free, fully-indexed online library of Constitutional sources, will partner ...

Source: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/david-mccullough---george-washington-presentation

Saturday, April 12, 2008

<b>David McCullough</b> on Charlie Rose

A splendid conversation! CharlieRose.com...

Source: http://www.hoplit.net/blog/archives/2008/03/david_mcculloug.html

Rousing ‘John Adams’ Gives Life to the American Revolution

The ‘John Adams’ miniseries, based on David McCullough’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book, offers a revealing account of John Adams’s profound influence on the American Revolution and the formation of the American nation. ...

Source: http://tomhanks.fan-sites.org/?p=11

<b>David McCullough</b> Interview: 7/4/02

GWEN IFILL: The book is "John Adams," the author is Pulitzer Prize winning biography and historian David McCullough. Relying on thousands of pages of letters and reminiscence, he tells the story of the birth of America through the eyes ...

Source: http://allthingsjohnadams.blogspot.com/2008/03/david-mccullough-interview-7402.html