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Here are some of Mr. Lamber's favorite books. Ask him if you wish to read one.
Awesome Books
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Assassins Creed: Renaissance
by Oliver Bowden Year Published: Easy ReadingBetrayed by the ruling families of Italy, a young man embarks upon an epic quest for vengeance. To eradicate corruption and restore his family's honour, he will learn the art of the assassins. Along the way, Ezio will call upon the wisdom of great minds, such as Leonardo Da Vinci and Niccolo Machiavelli, knowing that survival is bound to the skills by which he must live. "I will seek Vengeance upon those who betrayed my family. I am Ezio Auditore da Firenze. I am an Assassin."Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes
by Eleanor Coerr Year Published: Easy ReadingHiroshima-born Sadako is lively and athletic--the star of her school's running team. And then the dizzy spells start. Soon gravely ill with leukemia, the "atom bomb disease," Sadako faces her future with spirit and bravery. Recalling a Japanese legend, Sadako sets to work folding paper cranes. For the legend holds that if a sick person folds one thousand cranes, the gods will grant her wish and make her healthy again.Note: This book is available in our Library.Snoopy and The Red Baron
by Charles M Schulz Year Published: Easy ReadingThe World War I flying ace and his Sopwith Camel are up against their nemesis, The Red Baron. I loved this book as a child and still do. "Curse you Red Baron."Note: This book is available in our Library.The Butter Battle Book
by Dr. Seuss Year Published: Easy ReadingDr. Seuss chronicles the feud between the Yooks and the Zooks from slingshots through sophisticated weaponry, until each side has the capacity to destroy the world.The Novice
by Taran Matharu Year Published: Easy ReadingFletcher is working as a blacksmith's apprentice when he discovers he has the rare ability to summon demons from another world. Chased from his village for a crime he did not commit, Fletcher must travel with his demon, Ignatius, to an academy for adepts, where the gifted are taught the art of summoning.The Strange Case of Origami Yoda
by Tom Angleberger Year Published: Easy ReadingDwight is a sixth grader who is considered a little weird... until one day when he makes a paper Yoda who gives flawless advice. Soon the whole sixth grade is convinced the paper Yoda has a real connection to the Force.Note: This book is available in our Library.Darth Vader and Son
by Jeffrey Brown Year Published: Easy ReadingA must read for all Star Wars Fan. Darth Dad takes his little son Luke back through the Star Wars Universe.Note: This book is available in our Library.Abandon Ship!
by Richard F. Newcomb Year Published: AverageAfter delivering the atomic bomb in WWII, the USS Indianapolis was torpedoed by a Japanese sub. 300 men went down with her, but another 900 spent five nights battling the open sea... and sharks. Only 316 survived. This is the story... or you can just ask Quint; he'll never put on a life jacket again.Ansel Adams: An Autobiography
by Ansel Adams Year Published: AverageIn this bestselling autobiography, completed shortly before his death in 1984, Ansel Adams looks back at his legendary six-decade career as a conservationist, teacher, musician, and, above all, photographer. Written with characteristic warmth, vigor, and wit, this fascinating account brings to life the infectious enthusiasms, fervent battles, and bountiful friendships.The Book Thief
by Marcus Zusak Year Published: AverageA orphaned girl in World War II Europe finds comfort from harsh memories of separation by stealing books. Her roller coaster life takes another sharp turn when her foster family gives a jewish man refuge in her home. Narrated by Death.Note: This book is available in our Library.The Giver
by Lowis Lowry Year Published: AverageA world of strict rules and assignments. Families are chosen. Careers are given. Only one person is allowed memory of how things were... The Giver. Is there such a thing as too much knowledge?Note: This book is available in our Library.The Hobbit
by JRR Tolkien Year Published: AverageFollow Bilbo Baggins as he joins a wizard and some dwarves to the Lonely Mountain. They are on a mission to recover the lost treasure of dwarf ancestors stolen and hoarded by the dragon, Smaug. Along the way Bilbo finds a ring. The One Ring.Note: This book is available in our Library.Ready Player One
by Ernest Cline Year Published: AverageIf you love 80's pop culture and video games... then you will love this book. A billionaire genius recluse of the year 2045 leaves his fortune to anyone who can solve his Quest.Into Thin Air
by Jon Krakauer Year Published: AverageJon Krakauer, author and mountain climber, is hired by Outside Magazine to write an article about the commercialism on Mount Everest. Krakauer decides he wants to climb the mountain, and joins the most disastrous Everest expedition in history.2001: A Space Odyssey
by Arthur C. Clarke Year Published: ChallengingAre we alone in the universe? Perhaps we humans are aliens. What happens when humans give Artificial Intelligence too much control? HAL 9000, the super-computer, may be able to answer these questions.Note: This book is available in our Library.Hero with a Thousand Faces
by Joseph Campbell Year Published: ChallengingThis book helped explain to myself my close connection with Star Wars. I had to read this book a few times to understand it. Not recommended for students. Clearly needs adult comprehension. But it is fascinating stuff.One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
by Ken Kesey Year Published: ChallengingThe Chief tells us about his time in the mental ward. There he meets Murphy, a man who believes he can skirt jail if he acts crazy enough... Until Nurse Ratchet tightens her grip.Note: This book is available in our Library.The God Delusion
by Richard Dawkins Year Published: ChallengingIf you love God, then you won't love this book.The Martian
by Andy Weir Year Published: ChallengingThe first manned mission to Mars goes completely wrong for one guy. He is left alone to fend for himself on the Red Planet. This book gets very technical at times and there is some foul language.The Universe in a Single Atom
by Dalai Lama Year Published: ChallengingBlew my mind the first time I read this book. Again, it's one of those books you have to read more than once to fully understand it. But you will never look at reality the same way again.Copyright © 2025 Finalsite - all rights reserved.