Book Review: Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service by Gary Sinise & Marcus Brotherton

We all remember Lieutenant Dan from Forrest Gump because Gary Sinise has really stepped up and helped veterans through his foundation and his endless engagement with the USO. This is now the book about the man himself and how he became the real life hero that we know today.

Growing up in Chicago, his early life was typical for many American boys - sports and rock 'n roll. By chance he made it on to stage and the rest was a stellar rise to the Hollywood elite. But life was not quite full it seemed and his portrayal of the disabled veteran in Forrest Gump made him a hero among veterans, who felt he really represented them in the movie. This started a two-way road, veterans supporting Gary and Gary giving back to the veteran community.

 

This book details the life of Gary Sinise and what made him into the person he is today. Traveling regularly with the USO, raising fund for this foundation and supporting veterans in many different ways. An honest book that is a must read for anyone who wants to get to know the real Gary Sinise.

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Disclaimer: I received a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. The opinion expressed in this post is my own and has not been influenced by any third party.

The Theft of America’s Soul: Blowing the Lid Off the Lies That Are Destroying Our Country by Phil Robertson

We all know about Phil Robertson, head of the family that is known for Duck Dynasty. After the show, he stays busy with the company, but also finds time to write books. This is another outpouring of Robertson, who is a well known conservative Christian. As is hinted at in the TV series, Robertson is concerned with the current values of America. He feels that  America and we as a society have allowed morality and virtue to loose their former value and high standing.While he is upset about the slide of our society, he also has hope that things can be turned around.
While he proposes certain changes, I think this book is worth reading for his analysis of our society and what some of the problems are we have brought upon ourselves by giving up traditional values.
This is definitely a book for a Christians. People of other faith may also feel that our society has problems, but while can agree on the problems, this book is very much written from a Christian standpoint. Which on one hand is sad, but also understandable knowing the character and person of Robertson as seen on TV.

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Disclaimer: I received a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. The opinion expressed is solely my own and has not been influenced by any third party.