First Couple's Official Christmas Portrait

So happy we have the Trumps in the White House. We are blessed.

The first couple's "Official Christmas Portrait" pic.twitter.com/GJsoEIPD0k

— Jennifer Epstein (@jeneps) December 18, 2018

Haruki Murakami, Killing Commendatore

At Amazon, Haruki Murakami, Killing Commendatore: A Novel.

Roger Scruton, Culture Counts

At Amazon, Roger Scruton, Culture Counts: Faith and Feeling in a World Besieged.

William T. Vollmann, Europe Central

At Amazon, William T. Vollmann, Europe Central.

John Steinbeck, The Grapes of Wrath

An American classic, at Amazon, John Steinbeck, The Grapes of Wrath.

P. W. Singer and Emerson T. Brooking, LikeWar

At Amazon, P. W. Singer and Emerson T. Brooking, LikeWar: The Weaponization of Social Media.

Salena Zito and Brad Todd's, The Great Revolt, Has Made Foreign Affair's 2018 List of Top Books

Here's the book, at Amazon, Salena Zito and Brad Todd, The Great Revolt: Inside the Populist Coalition Reshaping American Politics.

And on Twitter:

The Great Revolt made Best of Books 2018 and I could not be more humbled and honored most of all to have worked with ⁦@BradOnMessage⁩ https://t.co/OCA5yTGJx4

— SalenaZito (@SalenaZito) December 15, 2018

Today's Shopping

At Amazon, Today's Deals. Save on our top deals every day.

And especially, Sun Joe SJFP28-STN-CL Fire Joe 28" Classic Stone Fire Pit, and Sun Joe SJFP35-STN-RWD 35-in. Cast Stone Base, Wood Burning Fire Pit w/Dome Screen and Poker, Rivetted Wood.

Also, Citizen Men's Eco-Drive Titanium Perpetual Chrono Atomic Timekeeping Watch with Date, AT4010-50E.

And, Leather Travel Duffle Bag Gym Overnight Weekend Luggage Carry on Airplane Underseat Bag.

More, Smith & Wesson SWMP4LBS 8.6in Stainless Steel Assisted Folding Knife with 3.6in Clip Point Blade and Aluminum Handle for Outdoor Tactical Survival and Everyday Carry.

Plus, Barnett Whitetail Pro STR Crossbow, 400 Feet Per Second.

Still more, Honeywell HCE200B Uberheat Ceramic Heater, Black.

Here, Samsung QN65Q6F Flat 65” QLED 4K UHD 6 Series Smart TV 2018.

BONUS: Victor Sebestyen, Twelve Days: The Story of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution.

Graham T. Allison, Destined for War

At Amazon, Graham T. Allison, Destined for War: Can America and China Escape Thucydides's Trap?

Ezra Vogel, Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China

At Amazon, Ezra Vogel, Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China.

Odd Arne Westad, Restless Empire

I'm posting a bunch of new books as suggestions for under the Christmas tree.

Thanks for your support!

At Amazon, Odd Arne Westad, Restless Empire: China and the World Since 1750.

Shopping Today

At Amazon, Today's Deals. Save on our top deals every day.

And especially, #followme Womens Ugly Christmas Sweater - Sweaters Women, and #followme Mens Ugly Christmas Sweater - Sweaters for Men.

Also, Chico's Women's Zenergy Convertible Waffle Cardigan.

More, Craftsman 108 Pc. Mechanic's Tool Set - 009-38108.

And, OTS NCAA Adult Men's Start Line Center Stretch Fit Hat.

Plus, Smith & Wesson SWA24S 7.1in Stainless Steel Folding Knife with 3.1in Clip Point Serrated Blade and Aluminum Handle for Outdoor Tactical Survival and Everyday Carry.

Still more, Buck Knives 110 Famous Folding Hunter Knife with Genuine Leather Sheath.

Here, MusclePharm Combat 100% Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate Milk, 5 Pound.

And, Prime Labs Men's Testosterone Booster (60 Caplets) - Natural Stamina, Endurance and Strength Booster - Fortifies Metabolism - Promotes Healthy Weight Loss and Fat Burning.

More here, Samsung QN65Q6F Flat 65” QLED 4K UHD 6 Series Smart TV 2018.

BONUS: Steven Pinker, The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined.

Innocence and Wonder

So lovable and adorable.

I’ve watched this a hundred times. His little innocent face! And his sweater says “GENIUS!” So unbelievably adorable. pic.twitter.com/OjiMVVE3n0

— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) November 21, 2018

Peter Collier and David Horowitz, Destructive Generation

You gotta go back to the '60s for the roots of our current polarization and tribalism, and to the demonic leftist politics of the '60s especially.

See Peter Collier and David Horowitz, Destructive Generation: Second Thoughts About the Sixties.

Cash In Your Amazon Gift Cards at American Power!

Actually, Amazon sales have been rather modest this holiday season, but I absolutely appreciate every bit of support from readers.

Thanks again and Merry Christmas!

At Amazon, Today's Deals.

And see especially, All-new Echo (2nd Generation) with improved sound, powered by Dolby, and a new design – Charcoal Fabric.

Also, Greatest Hits: Billy Idol (Amazon Music).

Plus, Women's Christmas Cute Reindeer Knitted Sweater Girl Pullover.

More, Kidorable Red Christmas Soft Hat/Scarf/Glove Set With Santa, Snowman, Reindeer and More.

Still more, Christmas Is Coming Ugly Christmas Sweater Men's Sweatshirt with Xmas Prop.

Here, Chefman Slow Cooker, All Natural / Chemical-Free / Glaze-Free Pot, Stovetop and Oven Safe Crock; the Only Nonstick Paleo Certified XL 5 Qt Slow Cooker.

Finally, Samsung DM82D/US DM82D, 82'' 1080p Full HD LED-Backlit LCD Flat Panel Display, Black.

BONUS: Mikhail Zygar, The Empire Must Die: Russia's Revolutionary Collapse, 1900-1917.

Sexy Santa Bruna Lima (VIDEO)

Following-up, "Sexy Santas."

Susan Rivers, The Second Mrs. Hockaday

At Amazon, Susan Rivers, The Second Mrs. Hockaday: A Novel.

Helmand Christmas Tree

Been busy all day running around, finishing shopping, cleaning the kitchen, and watching "Die Hard" with my young son. Not too much blogging, but I'll be back on it over the next few days.

Merry Christmas everybody!

Seen on Twitter:

Epic sandbag Christmas tree created by Marines deployed to Helmand province, Afghanistan. pic.twitter.com/DAnzjiJzO0

— Hope Hodge Seck (@HopeSeck) December 24, 2017

Holiday Deals

Keep shopping people, at Amazon, Today's Deals.

And see especially, Nespresso Essenza Mini Espresso Machine by Breville, Piano Black.

Also, Citizen Men's BJ7000-52E Nighthawk Stainless Steel Eco-Drive Watch.

More, Tommy Hilfiger Women's 1781396 Rose Gold-Tone Watch.

Plus, Thunder Bolt Coffee 1 Pound Ground French Roast Colombian Freshly Roasted Restaurant Quality Gourmet Coffee - Ideal for French Press, Drip Coffee from Koffee Kult.

Still more, PowerBar Performance Energy Bar, Chocolate, 2.29 Ounce Bars (Pack of 12).

And, Philips Norelco Electric Shaver 5500 Wet & Dry,S5370/81, with Turbomode and Precision Trimmer.

More here, Beckham Hotel Collection Luxury White Down Feather Pillow (2-Pack) - Premium 100% Cotton Shell - Queen.

BONUS: Heather O'Neill, The Lonely Hearts Hotel: A Novel.

Christmas Shopping

Natasha Oakley and Devin Brugman:

We did the browsing for you! Shop for each person on your list using our Gift Guide here: https://t.co/87J0ht3t5Y pic.twitter.com/ulYvCP2lom

— A Bikini A Day (@ABikiniADay) December 19, 2017