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What is America becoming? Or, more importantly, what can she be if we reclaim a vision for the things that made her great in the first place?
In America the Beautiful, Dr. Ben Carson helps us learn from our past in order to chart a better course for our future. From his personal ascent from inner-city poverty to international medical and humanitarian acclaim, Carson shares experiential insights that help us understand:
- what is good about America
- where we have gone astray
- which fundamental beliefs have guided America from her founding into preeminence among nations
Written by a man who has experienced America's best and worst firsthand, America the Beautiful is at once alarming, convicting, and inspiring. You'll gain new perspectives on our nation's origins, our Judeo-Christian heritage, our educational system, capitalism versus socialism, our moral fabric, healthcare, and much more.
An incisive manifesto of the values that shaped America's past and must shape her future, America the Beautiful calls us all to use our God-given talents to improve our lives, our communities, our nation, and our world.
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"Common sense views and solutions instead of politics. Doesn't hold anything back. I may not agree with everything he says, but damn close. He makes more sense and is a lot smarter than the vast majority of those we have in Washington DC today! A great read and I would highly recommend to everyone!"
— P. (5 out of 5 stars)
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" His candidness and straight forward approach are refreshing. "
— Casey, 2/3/2014 -
" Dr. Carson is an amazing and accomplished man. He speaks of his life experiences and how these have formed his beliefs and ideas. He provides his own perspective on America and how he believes this country can continue to be great. "
— Diane, 2/2/2014 -
" Excellent! I highly recommend it! "
— Wes, 1/27/2014 -
" Excellent book. I wish our politicians would exercise this type of common sense in their decision making. Worthwhile for all to read. "
— Jennifer, 1/18/2014 -
" I loved this book! It's kind of a political book, but definitely makes you think. It adds great insight. "
— Melanie, 1/17/2014 -
" Everyone should definitely read Dr. Carson's ideas for solving some of America's most persistent problems. Here is a readable and wise commentary. "
— Phyllis, 1/5/2014 -
" Amazing book on the basics of what made America Great, and great solutions to problems we face to day using "Common Sense" and Logic, instead of Ego and Pigheadedness. "
— Kyle, 1/5/2014 -
" I enjoyed reading Dr. Carson's book and highly recommend anyone living in the United States of America should read it too. "
— Shauna, 12/25/2013 -
" good read. Mr Carson brings up a lot of points that make you go hmmmm. "
— Natalie, 12/16/2013 -
" This book is fabulous. It is very enlightening and a must-read for any American who is interested at all in the state of our country. "
— Chuck, 12/14/2013 -
" Clear thinking. Clear writing. Fantastic. "
— Drgiv, 11/7/2013 -
" I like this book - nothing too new - It was written before the 2012 election which it would have been interesting to have heard his perspective on that race for president. It makes me even more sad of how the election turned out. He is a great man with a great story and I think we should all listen. "
— Larchip, 11/5/2013 -
" A must read for all. Should be required reading in all high schools. Hopefully retirement will allow this brilliant doctor time to help heal our ailing country. "
— Gay, 10/9/2013 -
" excellent! Know him, worked with him , love him for his intelligence, integrity and for who he is despite what he could've become. Read this book and learn! "
— Gigi, 8/5/2013 -
" This book is amazing. Dr. Ben Carson talks about the beauty of America and it's mistakes. He lists some of the problems about America and lists solutions. It's all about logic and not politics. It's a good perspective from an independent point of view. Everyone should read this book! "
— Ryan, 6/21/2013 -
" This guy makes a lot of sense. Ben Carson is an inspiration. Realistic view of our society. We should replace Congress with folks like this! "
— Karna, 3/22/2013 -
" Well done, but he was preaching to the choir, in my case. "
— Arlyne, 2/6/2013 -
" Was hoping for some specific plans about the healthcare crisis... "
— Justin, 9/16/2012 -
" Great book by a great Christian Dr. He really points out what is wrong with our nation, but gives ideas on how to fix it. "
— John, 7/11/2012 -
" Didn't agree w everything but did leave a lot to ponder. "
— Deb, 6/1/2012
About Ben Carson
Benjamin Carson, MD, is a professor of neurosurgery, plastic surgery, oncology, and pediatrics, and the director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions. He serves on the boards of the Kellogg Company, Costco Wholesale Corp., and the Academy of Achievement, among others, and is an Emeritus Fellow of the Yale Corporation. He and his wife, Candy, cofounded the Carson Scholars Fund, a 501(c)3 established to counteract America's crisis in education by identifying and rewarding academic role models in the fourth through eleventh grades, regardless of race, creed, religion and socio-economic status, who also demonstrate humanitarian qualities. There are over 4,800 such scholars in forty-five states. Ben and Candy are the parents of three grown sons and reside in Baltimore County, Maryland.