Videos tagged with Book Review

This YouTube video recommends the book "Hostage: Seven Days in Captivity" by Ed & Elizabeth Mireles. While the specific content of the book isn't detailed in the provided information, the authors' names suggest a potential connection to law enforcement or military experience, which often overlaps with firearms culture. The book's title implies a narrative that could touch upon themes relevant to self-defense, tactical situations, or personal resilience in crisis, all of which can resonate with a firearms-owning audience.

This video is a critique of Amazon's book review system, specifically focusing on a book titled 'Boyhood Resurrected' by Rebekah Lovell. The book advocates for a more traditional and 'untamed' masculinity in boys, contrasting with a perceived societal push towards docility. The content revolves around the author's perspective on child-rearing and the nature of boyhood, drawing on her experience raising two sons. The reviewer is examining how other reviewers on Amazon have interpreted and responded to this book.

This video reviews "The World's Assault Rifles," a book described as essential for any firearm enthusiast's library. The author highlights its broad scope and deep detail, making it a foundational reference for modern military small arms. The video also includes links to the publisher for purchasing the book and to the creator's Patreon and merchandise store.

This video provides a comprehensive book review of Holger Schlemeier's "ERMA: Erfurter Maschinenfabrik, 1924–2003," a three-volume, thousand-page series. The review highlights the book's extensive coverage of the Erma company, from its origins as a Prussian state arms factory through its evolution as a private firm, post-WWII reconstruction, and eventual closure. It details the company's known WWII small arms like the K98k and MP40, but emphasizes the significant focus on Erma's wide range of commercial offerings, particularly low-cost .22 rimfire firearms, for which reference material has been scarce. The book also delves into lesser-known prototypes, making it a valuable resource for small arms history enthusiasts.

This video is a book review of a comprehensive three-volume series on the ERMA Erfurter Maschinenfabrik, covering its history from 1924 to 2003. The review is presented by Forgotten Weapons, a channel known for its in-depth look at historical firearms. The description highlights specific firearms that ERMA produced or were associated with, including the Mauser K98k and the MP40, indicating the historical significance and likely focus on these iconic weapons.

This video promotes "The Insider" by Roy Huntington, described as over 20 years of "Indiscriminate Deliberations On Timely Topics." The video highlights the book as a "Shooter's Bedside Reader" and provides links to purchase it from FMG Publications and Amazon. The content focuses on a collection of writings by Roy Huntington aimed at firearm enthusiasts.

This video provides a detailed book review of "Vickers Guide H&K Volume 2 (SMG & PDW)". The reviewer highlights the book's extensive photographic coverage of Heckler & Koch submachine guns and PDWs, focusing on the MP5 and MP7 families, as well as various experimental programs like SMG I, SMG II, SMG 2000, HK50, and HK54A1. The review notes the expanded photography compared to Volume I, covering prototypes through recent improvements, including tactical light systems and covert briefcases. While acknowledging a slight reduction in historical text, the reviewer praises it as the most comprehensive photographic resource on the subject.

This video offers a review of John Lovell's book, 'The Warrior Poet Way,' assessing its arguments and thesis. The reviewer notes that while some points are less convincing, others are effectively presented with strong writing. The content delves into each chapter's arguments and evaluates the core thesis. Although Lovell is presented as not being a philosopher, the book offers valuable insights. The review concludes that 'The Warrior Poet Way' is a worthwhile addition to a bookshelf.

This video appears to be related to firearm training and potentially the personal experiences or insights of an individual named Ben, possibly a trainer or competitive shooter, as suggested by the "Ben never sleeps" title. The description strongly points towards training resources, with links to "practicalshootingtraininggroup.com" for in-person classes and digital coaching, and mentions Ben Stoeger's books on Amazon. The inclusion of a podcast link from PSTG further solidifies the training and educational aspect of the content. Based on the provided information, the video likely delves into shooting techniques, training methodologies, or personal development within the shooting sports context.

This video discusses the lessons learned from Ernest Shackleton's brutal Trans-Antarctic expedition, as detailed in Alfred Lansing's book 'Endurance'. John Lovell shares insights from this incredible voyage that took place in 1914. The video also promotes the Warrior Poet Society app and provides links to various products and resources, including steel targets, the author's book, and partner brands for emergency food and outdoor gear.

Tom Gresham discusses a new book titled "American Gun: The True Story of the AR-15," expressing his disagreement with its historical accuracy regarding the AR-15's origins. He shares his personal knowledge of the firearm's history and debates the book's content with author Zusha Elinson. The video promotes Gun Talk Radio and its various platforms for listeners and viewers.

This YouTube video features a review of the "Fateful Years" book, which focuses on the history of the Walther factory. The reviewer, Tom, highlights the book's content related to Walther firearms. The description also promotes the channel's Patreon for early access and giveaways, their "Flak & Fubar" podcast, and their Instagram page.