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Bending Your Ear: A Collection of Essays on the Issues of Our Times Paperback – July 15, 2016

by Drew Nickell (Author)
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 10 ratings
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Bending Your Ear--A Collection of Essays on the Issues of Our Times delves into the political issues facing America at a crucial moment in this country's history, where we find ourselves struggling with our national identity and the direction in which we are headed. We have been bombarded with contradictory and confusing messages by the political and media classes to the point where we have collectively lost our way, forgotten our history, and lost touch with what it actually means to be an American. We need to be reminded that "we the people" have the ability to think for ourselves, and recapture all that has made this country the greatest country the world has ever known.

Drew Nickell pulls no punches with regards to both the sociological and political states in which we find ourselves. He assesses the current events of American politics and offers solutions, at a critical time when we decide which direction we will take in the 2016 general election. Now is the time for anyone who cares deeply about America, to read what is contained in Bending Your Ear--a Collection of Essays on the Issues of Our Times.
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  1. Print length
    308 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Koehler Books
  4. Publication date
    July 15, 2016
  5. Dimensions
    5.98 x 0.67 x 9.02 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1633932907
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1633932906
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"Bending Your Ear-a Collection of Essays on the Issues of
Our Times by Drew Nickell proves to be a refreshing take on
various political and social issues facing our country today. So
often our media sources and written sources come from the left
of center, it is refreshing to read the commentary from a centered
author. His profound common sense and clear understanding
of our current events unfolding in real time lets the reader gain
a down-to-earth perspective on both politics and society. He
clearly demonstrates his gift of critical thinking in his essays.
Both perspectives are displayed in a way that cannot be ignored
by the reader, leaving us to draw our own conclusions based
on the wealth of information he has provided on both fronts.
For these reasons, I highly endorse this book. Readers stand
to benefit greatly from reading his very profound and thoughtprovoking
commentary on our world today. I thoroughly enjoy
and look forward to his essays regularly. This book is a winner
. . . without question!"


-- Anita Farries Kessler, former deputy sheriff, City of
Norfolk, Va., currently college instructor and Department
Head, Constitutional Law & Psychology, Centura College-
Chesapeake (VA) Campus

From the Author

Those of us who grew up in the '70s are now entering
the "autumn of the years," as Sinatra used to sing, having no
idea (still) of where we are headed. We have a firm sense of
our innate goodness, still have a very good sense of right and
wrong, and we all have the shared desire for the prosperity of
our offspring. Yet in a very real sense, the passage of these last
decades has clouded our vision, figuratively and literally, and
filled us with much angst about a collective future that we either
get destructively consumed with or outright dismiss in naïve
attempts of denial. Ask me not the answer, my friends, for it's
tough enough for me to know even the questions anymore.
In Bending Your Ear-a Collection of Essays on the Issues of Our Times,
readers will find a collection of essays which provide my
commentary on the issues we face, written during the course
of five years and categorized by subject chapters appearing
within. At the top of each essay will appear the dates in which
they were written, and these will be sorted within each chapter
in the chronological order they were written. So have a seat,
get comfortable, and allow me to bend your ear, so to speak. I
promise it will be one helluva ride.
-Drew Nickell

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Koehler Books (July 15, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 308 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1633932907
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1633932906
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.98 x 0.67 x 9.02 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 10 ratings

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Drew Nickell

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A native of Richmond, Virginia, Drew Nickell studied national politics since the age of 10. With a concentration in the history, jurisprudence and government of United States and of Great Britain (having studied these in both countries), he earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications and Journalism from James Madison University. Drew's numerous op-ed articles have been published in the Baltimore Sun, the Washington Post, the Richmond Times-Dispatch and the (now defunct) Richmond News-Leader. His essays have received world-wide recognition and are translated in various languages across 115 countries. You can read his timely and thought-provoking essays at www.drewnickell.com.

His first book, Bending Your Ear- a Collection of Essays on the Issues of Our Times was released for sale in July, 2016, and was nominated for the prestigious Paolucci Award for Excellence in Conservative Literature.

His second book, All That Rendered Trump...and What Led Up to His Election, was released for sale in September, 2020.

His third book and first published novel, The Broom, was released for sale on Hallowe’en, 2020.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Common Sense and Truth
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2016
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Drew's book of short essays was a delight to read. His easy to read insights opens ones eyes and helps you to see the world around you with common sense, truth and with better understanding. Regardless of your political "bendings", this is a MUST READ BOOK!
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vittorio veltroni
1.0 out of 5 stars A collection of platitudes
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2016
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A collection of platitudes and right wing nostalgia, denoting a clear lack of understanding of the century the author is living in and of the issues that really will determine whether or not we can make the next 30 years a step forward or backward in terms of personal freedom and personal welfare. I bought it on the advice of a newsletter which I recently unsubscribed from in part because of this book
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brett cole
5.0 out of 5 stars Drew tells the truth
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2020
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My wife is an English Social Democrat. Even she appreciates the logic and tone of the author's work.
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Sylvia Carter
5.0 out of 5 stars The truth about living in America today.
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2017
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A must read! Drew Nickell has written a fantastic collection of essays about living in this world today. He has a way of saying things that we are thinking! Bravo Drew Nickell for "Bending Your Ear!
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Mary D.
5.0 out of 5 stars He writes intelligently and presents a case worth serious consideration
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2016
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Drew Nickell can really turn a phrase. He writes intelligently and presents a case worth serious consideration. It's a good read!
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Monica G.
1.0 out of 5 stars Do not waste your time.
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2017
More conservative drivel. Gross.
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Kate
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2016
I've long been a fan of Drew's essays and I anxiously awaited the release of his book. It did not disappoint. As always, his perceptions are clearly expressed, thoroughly explained and easily understood yet his writings lack the dry nature that the subject matter might suggest. They are interspersed with the clever turn of a phrase that is a welcome respite from the seriousness of the matters at hand. While his book is sure to delight the likeminded, it's true value may be to those not so inclined. A good read for all.
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roberta jones
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for any political side!
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2016
If you are interested in what is happening In our country before this years election... This will bend your ear! It's for everyone! Not written for a specific party! It's a must read book!
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