The New Brain
Richard Restak, MD
Rodale Press
400 S. 10th St., Emmaus, PA 18098-0099
1579545017 $23.95 www.rodale.com
The modern age is rewiring our minds, with new insights revealing 'real time' mind
operations,
brain tests for truth or fiction, and disorders of the brain. The New Brain by Dr. Richard
Restak
provides the informative and inherently fascinating story of the technological and
biological
advancements blending to portray changes taking place in the evolution of the human
brain. An
intriguing survey of the latest findings.
Firefly Books
155 E. 34 St. #5B, New York NY 10016
Three outstanding new books are top recommended gift choices and library additions,
using lavish
photography to supplement concrete facts. Robin Kerrod's Hubble (1552977811, $35.00)
gathers
some of the most important, breathtaking images from the Hubble system, from the
birthplace of
stars and the deaths of massive red stars to planets in the making and documentation
supporting
the collision of galaxies. This isn't just a picturebook: chapters also cover the science and
astronomy involved, making this a perfect choice for any who would learn about the
latest
findings via Hubble. Dr. James Duncan's Owls Of The World (1552978451, $40.00)
provides a
comprehensive species-by-species portrait of some 200 owl species around the world.
The
inclusion of many lesser-known species located in smaller, more specific geographic
locations
contrasts nicely with feature of the more popular species, making for a well-rounded
natural
history of the evolution of owls throughout the world. Charlie Russell and Maureen Enns'
Grizzly
Seasons (1552978567, $29.95) portrays the summers spent by the authors in Russia's
wilderness.
Here is the densest population of brown bears in the world and here is an exciting,
captivating
account of the authors' observations, paired with beautiful color photos by Enns. All three
are
highly recommended picks.
Isaac Newton
James Gleick
Pantheon/Random House
1745 Broadway, 17th fl., NY, NY 10019
www.pantheonbooks.com
0375422331 $22.95 1-800-726-0600
James Gleick's previous titles have focused on how ideas and theories can transform
perceptions;
Isaac Newton narrows the concept even further, providing the story of a scientist who
worked to
unveil hidden forces in nature. A blend of history, biography and science uses Isaac
Newton's own
words and unpublished notebooks to cover the underlying importance of his work in
physics,
optics and calculus. A fascinating coverage showing how Newton's genius and different
way of
perceiving continues to affect our everyday world.
Knopf/Random House
1745 Broadway, 17th fl., NY, NY 10019
1-800-726-0600 www.aaknopf.com
Gregory Curtis' Disarmed (0375415238, $24.00) provides an in-depth survey of the
Venus de
Milo sculpture, examining the influences upon its creation and discovery. Memoirs,
letters and
official accounts provide a lively atmosphere for examination of the Milo's discovery and
many
controversial moments. His ideas of who created her are intriguing. Franklin Toker's
Fallingwater
Rising (037540264, $35.00) isn't just another survey of Frank Lloyd Wright: it focuses on
the
creation of his famous house, perched over a Pennsylvania waterfall, and tells of the facts
behind
his commission to design the house in his late sixties, during the Depression years. Add
strong
family dramas and you have an intriguing coverage of both house and man. Four new
biographies
from Knopf are very highly recommended picks. Geoffrey Wolff's Art Of Burning
Bridges
(0679-427716, $30.00) provides a survey of the life of John O'Hara, a 20th century writer
whose
preoccupation with the world of manners led to his eventual dated works. Any with a
special
interest in O'Hara's writings will find this an essential guide to understanding his works
and their
impact upon 20th century lifestyles. Fans of Lucille Ball will relish Stefan Kanfer's Ball
Of Fire
(0375413154, $25.95), tracing the rise of her career from her roots as a child in upstate
New
York who discovered comedy as a way of overcoming her loneliness. Fans of Lucy will
find
plenty of behind-the-scenes insights to enjoy. Fans of comedian Sammy Davis Jr. will
relish Wil
Haygood's In Black And White (0375403-54X, $26.95), an account which details his
impact upon
the cultural landscape of American show business. From his introduction to show biz at
age 4 in
vaudeville to later making a name for himself on the nightclub circuit, this is packed with
insights
and detail of his life and times. Brenda Wineapple's Hawthorne: A Life (0375400443,
$30.00) is
the first in-depth biography to appear in over a decade, telling of his farm roots and
caustic
satirical insights. From his old-family roots and heriage to his idyllic marriage and
literary
achievements, this is a well-rounded coverage blending his life, times, and writings.
Dover Publications
11 E. Second St., Mineola, NY 11501
1-800-223-3130 www.amazon.com
These exciting new titles are highly recommended picks for libraries seeking to build a
diverse art
collection on a budget. Jonathan Lipman's Frank Lloyd Wright And The Johnson Wax
Buildings
(04864-2748X, $19.95) tells of the revolutionary design of the buildings completed in
Racine,
Wisconsin in 1939 and 1950. This comprehensive coverage draws on much unpublished
archival
material to reveal his design process, and republishes a 1986 Rizzoli classic. Anni Albers'
On
Weaving (0486431924, $19.95) reprints a 1965 classic providing a basic introduction to
textile
fundamentals and methods through history, from prehistoric to modern times. An
extensive,
in-depth survey. The Universal Millwork Catalog 1927 (0486426-157, $29.95) provides
over 500
designs for doors, windows, stars and other woodwork, republishing a 1927 classic for
fans of
early 20th century architecture and interior design. Arts libraries specializing in
architectural
history will find this particularly intriguing.
Art Deco Textiles
Alain-Rene Hardy
Thames & Hudson
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110-0017
0500511179 $45.00 1-800-233-4830
Art Deco Textiles is an informed and informative survey of art deco fabrics which packs
in color
examples drawn from a diverse range of designers in the field, from Marrot and
Benedictus to
Chanel. Alain-Rene Hardy's research through museum holdings, manufacturer's archives
and
private collections alike produces an unparalleled reference 'Bible' of both hand made and
machine-made textiles, creating an outstanding textile oriented history and survey of the
entire
field.
Conjoined Twins
Christine Quigley
McFarland & Company
PO Box 611, Jefferson, NC 28640
0786415266 $39.95 1-800-253-2187
Conjoined Twins by Christine Quigley blends history with a biological coverage and
discussion of
the ethical issues involved in the circumstances of Siamese twins. Conjoined Twins
provides an
alphabetic dictionary of the names of these conjoined twins and along with charting the
area of
conjunction, denotes the decisions made by parents and medical staff on treatment or
childrearing,
and the outcome of their lives. An intriguing, unusual survey of conjoined twins as well
as groups
devoted to their cause.
Two fascinating new coverages are recommended picks for both college-level and public
library
acquisition. L.J. Davis' Fleet Fire (1559706554, $27.95) tells of the interactions between
various
scientists and inventors who contributed to the discovery of electricity and the
revolutionary
changes instigated by its use. Little-known facts, anecdotes, and insights accompany
these capsule
features of inventors ranging from Ben Franklin to Thomas Davenport and Cyrus Field.
Sally
Cline's Zelda Fitzgerald (1559706880, $27.95) portrays the life of mythical 20s idol who
married
novelist F. Scott. This is no light coverage: six years in the making, it is the first on her
life to
appear in over thirty years and provides a complex analysis of the Fitzgeralds' lives and
achievements.
Aristotle's Children
Richard E. Rubenstein
Harcourt
15 E. 26th St., New York NY 10010
0151007209 $27.00 1-800-543-1918
Aristotle's Children is an informed and informative survey of Aristotle's legacy reveals
how
Christians, Muslims and Jews rediscovered the wisdom and findings of the Middle Ages,
and
charts the conflicts between militant religious groups and modernists who battled between
opposing belief systems. Aristotle's Children is more than just a history of how
knowledge came
to light: it holds fascinating concepts for modern ideas, relationships between West and
East, and
how modern countries can keep open lines of conflict resolution and communication.
Eating Well In Wisconsin
Jerry Minnich
Prairie Oak Press
PO Box 317, Black Earth, WI 53515
www.trailsbooks.com
1879483890 $18.95 1-800-236-8088
Informatively written by Jerry Minnich (a professional restaurant critic regularly
published in the
Madison, Wisconsin newspaper "Isthmus"), Eating Well In Wisconsin is an expert survey
of more
than 250 of the very best Wisconsin restaurants. Whether one prefers outdoor dining,
light meals,
birthday parties for children, vegetarian food, or other specialized culinary interests,
Eating Well
In Wisconsin has a top-quality recommended locale suited for the occasion. Each review
is clear,
concise, and to the point. If you plan on dining out in Wisconsin, then Eating Well In
Wisconsin is
the reference book for you!
American Pride
Jill Liberman, compiler
Emmis Books
1700 Madison Road, 2nd floor
Cincinnati, OH 45206
1578601509 $25.00 emmisbooks.com
Compiled and organized by veteran talk show host and television producer Jill Liberman,
American Pride: Famous Americans Celebrate The USA is an impressive and
enthusiastically
recommended tribute that combines vivid photography with the stirring words of famous
Americans to present a memorable and articulate tribute in honor of America itself and
the ideals
it stands for. Quotes from Arnold Schwartezenegger, Dennis Miller, Dixie Carter, Pat
Sajak, Lee
Greenwood and a great many more American men and women reflect pride, patriotism,
love, and
joy in this heartwarming and unique collective testament of appreciation.
Scout Camps USA
Paul C. Fairbank
Pfairco Publications, Ltd.
PO Box 818, Oriental, NC 28571
0967969220 $19.95 scoutcampsusa.com
Compiled and organized by Paul C. Fairbank, and now in a fully updated third edition,
Scout
Camps USA is a comprehensive catalogue to Boy Scouts of America camps nationwide.
Also
listed are more than 400 BSA Council Properties & Program for non-Scout youth groups,
Scout
Camps USA packs it pages with a wealth of contact information, detailed maps,
descriptions,
locations, phone numbers, web sites, and more. Scout Camps USA is the perfect resource
for
selecting just the right camp destination for any youth group.
Mountain Press Publishing Company
PO Box 2399, Missoula, MT 59806
1-800-234-5308 www.amazon.com
Stephen Harris' Fire Mountains Of The West (087842220X, $18.00) provides a
fascinating
geologic history of the Cascade and Mono Lake volcanoes of California. One might
anticipate a
technical discourse involving many geological facts: think again: this title provides an
unusually
lively, engaging dialogue which assumes no prior scientific background. From specific
hazards of
volcanoes to keys to viewing inactive volcanoes, this is an important guide. David Alt's
Glacial
Lake Missoula And Its Humongous Floods (0878424156, $15.00) presents geologist's
view of
how a huge Ice Age lake drained suddenly not once, but repeatedly. The resultant
creation of
rivers and waterways and dramatic changes to the landscape make for an involving,
important
guide. Ian Lange's Ice Age Mammals Of North America (0878424032, $20.00) provides a
guide
to the big, harry ice age mammals which roamed North America. New information
coming from
DNA analysis is changing our knowledge of these creatures: Ice Age Mammals Of North
America
covers their history and the global migration patterns of ice age mammals around the
world as the
continents gradually, inexorably changed.
My Friend Anne Frank
Jacqueline Van Maarsen
Vantage Press Inc.
516 West 34th Street, NY, NY 10001
0533120136 $10.95 1-212-736-1767
Expertly translated from the original Dutch by Debra F. Onkenhout, My Friend Anne
Frank is the
personal reminiscences of Jacqueline ("Jopie") van Maarsen, the best friend of Anne
Frank, who
corresponded regularly until the Holocaust destroyed Anne among its many millions of
victims. A
powerful tribute to Anne as a person, remembering her for who she was and the good
times spent
together, rather than simply dwelling upon her suffering and pain, My Friend Anne Frank
is a
deeply emotional and moving testimony of a remarkable young life and a very special
friendship.
The Camper's Guide To Outdoor Pursuits
Jack Drury & Eric Holmlund
Sagamore Publishing Company
804 North Neil St., Champaign, IL 61824
1571670742 $19.95 1-800-327-5557
Humorous cartoons enhance Jack Drury and Eric Holmlund's The Camper's Guide To
Outdoor
Pursuits: Finding Safe, Nature-Friendly And Comfortable Passage Through Wild Places,
an
information-packed guideline to preparing for, locating, and accessing safe pathways and
trails
through the wilderness. Emphasizing the importance of safety and emergency procedures,
as well
as proper and healthy preparation of food, basic camping skills, and the other things every
outdoors person should know before setting out, The Camper's Guide To Outdoor
Pursuits is an
absolute "must-read" for novice to intermediate skill level hikers, campers, and
wilderness
adventure enthusiasts.
The Book Of Survival
Anthony Greenbank
Hatherleigh Press
5-22 46th Avenue, Suite 200
Long Island City, NY 11101
157826149X $15.95 1-800-528-2550
Now in its third revised edition, The Book Of Survival: The Original Guide To Staying
Alive In
The City, The Suburbs And The Wild Lands Beyond by urban and wilderness survival
expert
Anthony Greenbank is a practical, no-nonsense instruction manual to staying safe and
alive
whether in an urban or outdoors situation. From defending oneself against physical
attack; to
avoiding frostbite; to surviving a head-on car crash; and with newly added information
concerning
biological warfare, electrical blackouts, dirty bombs, child abductors, escaping from
high-rise
towers, and more, The Book Of Survival is eminently readable and a critically important
informational resource recommended for both personal reading lists and community
library
reference collections.
The American History
Shelf
King Of California
Mark Arax & Rick Wartzman
Public Affairs
250 W. 57th St. #1321, NY, NY 10107
1586480286 $30.00 1-877-782-1234
King Of California is the true story of J.G. Boswell and a strong history of early
California
politics. King Of California tells the elusive story of a farmer who thumbed his nose at
nature,
politicians and reporters alike one who owned more agricultural acreage and river water
than
any other land baron in the West. Boswell's story embraces the growth and history of
California
and is packed from cover to cover with historical drama and insights.
Eccentric Seattle
J. Kingston Pierce
WSU Press
Box 645910, Pullman, WA 99164-5910
0874222699 $21.95 1-800-354-7360
Eccentric Seattle: Pillars And Pariahs Who Made The City Not Such A Boring Place
After All by
longtime Seattle editor and author J. Kingston Pierce is an engaging regional history of
the great
city of Seattle, Washington. Kingston Pierce's keen interest in unusual aspects of history
are
reflected in the sometimes bizarre anecdotes (mothers urging their children to stuff salt up
their
noses, scores of proper Victorian ladies forced to climb 8 to 30 foot high ladders) he's
gathered
and included in Eccentric Seattle, stories stretching through the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries, to present a rollicking composite picture. Eccentric Seattle is a fun and
informative
collection for tourists or residents of Seattle to read through, and a highly recommended
contribution to American Regional History.
Catfish, Fiddles, Mules, And More
John C. Fisher
University of Missouri Press
2910 LeMone Blvd, Columbia, MO 65201
0826214894 $11.95 1-800-828-1894
Catfish, Fiddles, Mules, And More: Missouri's State Symbols by John C. Fisher is part of
the
"Missouri Heritage Readers" series and a truly fascinating introduction to Missouri's state
symbols
and the history behind each of them. Black-and-white photographs nicely illustrate this
detailed
and involving "tour through time". A highly accessible and recommended addition to
Americana
shelves in general and Missouri Regional History collections in particular, Catfish,
Fiddles, Mules,
And More also serves as an excellent template for the creation of other state symbol
books.
Extraordinary Women From U.S. History
Chari R. Smith
Teacher Ideas Press
c/o Reed Elsevier, Inc.
361 Hanover St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
www.teacherideaspress.com
1563089890 $25.00 www.amazon.com
Chari R. Smith's Extraordinary Women From U.S. History: Readers Theater For Grades
4-8 is an
informed and informative collection of read-aloud play scripts that bring the true stories
of
historic American heroines to life. Brief plays portray the life and accomplishments of
Sacagawea,
Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, Elizabeth Blackwell, Nellie Bly, Amelia Earhart,
Laura
Ingalls Wilder, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Babe Didrikson Zaharias. Very strongly
recommended for
elementary through high-school level Women's Studies and American History curriculum
supplement resource collections, Extraordinary Women From U.S. History is superbly
presented
educational resource for making American history fun and exciting to learn.
Calumet: Copper County Metropolis
Dave Engel & Gerry Mantel
RCM-Maki Publishers
1527 Boulder Rd., Watertown, WI 53098
0972229205 $20.00 gemantel@yahoo.com
The collaborative effort of Dave Engel and Gerry Mantel, Calumet: Copper County
Metropolis is
an impressive assemblage of newspaper stories and black-and-white photographs that
bring
together a fascinating portrait of the Michigan mining capital of Calumet as it flourished
from
1898 to 1913. Now being developed as Keweenaw National Historic park, Calumet's
engaging
past is well represented in anecdotes and summaries of great events which are listed by
the dates
upon which they occurred. A superbly presented microcosm that could well serve as a
template
for other American city histories, Calumet: Copper County Metropolis is a super regional
title and
a welcome addition to American Regional History reference shelves.
The Shattering Of The Union
Eric H. Walther
Scholarly Resources Inc.
104 Greenhill Ave, Wilmington DC 19805
www.scholarly.com
0842027998 $17.95 1-800-772-8937
The latest addition to the outstanding Scholarly Resources "The American Crisis Series",
The
Shattering Of The Union: America In The 1850s by Eric H. Walther (University of
Houston)
informatively examines the complex, severe, and violent national debate over slavery that
would
eventually lead to the Civil War. A critical examination of history which is scholarly,
exceptionally
well written, and suited for classroom presentation, The Shattering Of The Union is
utterly
compelling and recommended non-specialist general reader and Civil War buff interested
in
learning more about America in the days just before its deadliest internal conflict. The
Shattering
Of The Union is a welcome contribution to American history collections.
Social Change In America
Patricia C. Becker, editor
Bernan Associates
4611-F Assembly Drive, Lanham, MD 20706
www.bernan.com
0890598975 $49.00 1-800-274-4447
Compiled, organized and edited by professional demographer Patricia C. Becker, Social
Change
In America: The Historical Handbook 2004 combines straightforward narration with data
from
the 2000 Decennial Census and other recent governmental surveys, illustrated with clear
charts
and graphs. Covering matters of population, family life, health, housing, education,
politics and
voting, leisure time, work and employment, wealth and poverty and more, Social Change
In
America: The Historical Handbook 2004 is an absorbing and spot-on survey of how
American
society has changed and evolved in recent times. No academic or community library
American
Demography reference collection can be considered complete and up-to-date without the
inclusion of Social Change In America: The Historical Handbook 2004.
The Yoder Case
Shawn Francis Peters
University Press of Kansas
2501 West 15th St., Lawrence, KS 66049
www.kansaspress.ku.edu
0700612734 $14.95 1-785-864-4155
Prize-winning historian Shawn Peters presents The Yoder Case: Religious Freedom,
Education,
And Parental Rights, a scholarly study of the crucial 1972 Supreme Court ruling in a case
when a
Wisconsin Amish community claimed that compulsory education past a certain age was
in conflict
with its religious views and therefore removed its children from public schools. Also
available in a
hardcover edition (0700612726, $29.95), The Yoder Case is a detailed, impartial analysis
of
events, and a fascinating account recommended for law school students and
non-specialist general
readers with an interest in the separation of Church and State issues.
Articles, Interviews, And Book Excerpts (1976-2000) On Richard Nixon's Legacy
Russ Witcher, editor
The Edwin Mellen Press
PO Box 450, Lewiston, NY 14092-0450
edwinmellenpress.com
0773467203 $99.95 1-716-754-2788
Compiled, organized and edited by Russ Witcher (Assistant Professor of Journalism,
Tennessee
Tech University), Articles, Interviews, And Book Excerpts (1976-2000) On Richard
Nixon's
Legacy is a series of articles drawn from magazines such as "Time," "Newsweek," "U.S.
News &
World Report," and others, arranged in date ranging from the late 1970's to 2000. Each
article
scrutinizes the lasting impact of the Nixon presidency as revealed through journalism.
Essays,
insights and more offer a diverse and highly recommended historical cross-study of a
complex
American political figure, including both his failings as well as his most notable
achievements.
Beyond The Burning Bus
Phil Noble
NewSouth, Inc.
PO Box 1588, Montgomery, AL 36102
158838120X $24.95 newsouthbooks.com
Beyond The Burning Bus: The Civil Rights Revolution In A Southern Town by
Presbyterian
minister Phil Noble is the riveting story of Anniston, Alabama, a small industrial city, and
how it
was desegregated in the 1960s. Though there was violence and hatred opposing the end
of the
city's post-Civil War Jim Crow laws against the backdrop of one death, several cross
burnings, as
well as the publicized beatings of two black ministers, the social and political chaos was
not as
bad as it could have been because both black and white community leaders worked
together
through a biracial Human Relations Council to help their city get through difficult times.
Researched meticulously and narrated from a personal point of view, Beyond The
Burning Bus
offers a unique, informative, and highly recommended microcosm of the civil rights era
and the
overall positive changes that took place within this typical and representative community
in the
American south.
Out Of The Jungle
Thaddeus Russell
Temple University Press
1601 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6099
www.temple.edu/tempress
1592130275 $18.95 1-800-621-2736
Strongly recommended reading, Out Of The Jungle: Jimmy Hoffa And The Remaking Of
The
American Working Class by Thaddeus Russell (Assistant Professor of History, Barnard
College)
is an informed and informative biography of the famous labor leader Jimmy Hoffa. The
reader is
provided with his checkered life story and the murderous tragedy that ultimately befell
him at the
hands of organized crime figures. A detailed and in-depth study, Out Of The Jungle is
unflinching
in its close attention to Hoffa's diverse virtues and follies alike.
The Artbook Shelf
Rock Art Of The Lower Pecos
Carolyn E. Boyd
Texas A&M University Press
Drawer C, College Station, TX 77843
1585442593 $45.00 1-800-826-8911
Rock Art Of The Lower Pecos by Carolyn E. Boyd (Executive Director of the
archaeological
research and educational nonprofit Shumla School) offers an expert and in-depth analysis
of the
rock art created four thousand years ago in what is now southwest Texas and northern
Mexico.
New interpretations and hypothesis concerning these mysterious yet evocative images left
behind
by hunter-gatherers of millennia ago fill the pages of this fascinating guide, which packed
from
cover to cover with the latest up-to-date findings, as well as an anthropological wealth of
insightful ideas from a wide variety of experts and schools of thought concerning the uses
of the
art and the intentions of the ancient artists. Black-and-white as well as full color
illustrations
embellish this thoughtful and strongly recommended study.
The Prints Of Isoda Koryusai
Allen Hockley
University of Washington Press
Box 50096, Seattle, WA 98145-5096
0295983019 $60.00 1-206-543-4050
Isoda Koryusai produced thousands of designs between 1769 and 1781, a crucial period
in the
Japanese print tradition era, and though he was honored in Japan for his works, he's been
largely
neglected by western art scholars. Allen Hockley's The Prints Of Isoda Koryusai deftly
analyzes
over 2,000 of Koryusai's designs, surveying his influence as a minor Edo-period artist and
arguing
that Koryusai excelled in his output and his creation of popular commodities. The Prints
Of Isoda
Koryusai is essential reading for any student of Japanese printmaking history and
artists.
Gwen Raverat: Wood Engraver
Joanna Selborne & Lindsay Newman
Oak Knoll Press
310 Delaware St., New Castle, DE 19720
158456105X $55.00 www.oakknoll.com
Co-written by Joanna Selborne and Lindsay Newman, Gwen Raverat: Wood Engraver
informatively examines the life and work of Gwen Raverat (1885-1957), the only woman
to
become a founder-member of the Society of Wood Engravers. Gwen Raverat's prolific
carvings,
her overtones of impressionism, her memorable children's book illustrations, and so much
more,
are all displayed in black-and-white and knowledgeably discussed at great length. A
remarkable
and unique in-depth artbook, Gwen Raverat: Wood Engraver is a unique and seminally
important
addition to academic and community library History of Art reference collections.
The Buddhist Studies Shelf
Qigong Meditation
Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
YMAA Publishing
4354 Washington St., Boston, MA 02131
1886969736 $29.95 1-800-669-8892
The form of Chinese meditation called Qigong is based upon the fundamental lessons of
internal
Elixir Qigong and the first step in learning this process is to absorb Embryonic
Breathing theory
and techniques which were long kept secret within Buddhist monasteries. Dr. Yang
translates and
discusses most of the documents available on this arcane process, providing a summary of
the
practice and an important analysis of the breathing technique which is essential to the
study of this
ancient Buddhist discipline. An essential key to understanding.
A Lifetime Of Peace
Jennifer Schwamm Willis, editor
Marlowe & Company
c/o Avalon Publishing Group
161 William St., 16th fl, NY, NY 10038
1569244413 $16.95 1-800-788-3123
A Lifetime Of Peace: Essential Writings By And About Thich Nhat Hanh by Jennifer
Schwamm
Willis is a "reader friendly" compendium showcasing a great Buddhist monk's wisdom
concerning
those paths to peace that all individuals (Christian, Buddhist, Jew, Muslim, or any other
faith) can
follow in order to bring about their desires for a better world. Emphasizing the crucial
importance
of mindful compassion, A Lifetime Of Peace is a powerful and life-affirming read, and
highly
recommended for both Buddhist Studies reference shelves and Religion/Spirituality
independent
studies reading lists.
A Buddhist Spectrum
Marco Pallis
World Wisdom, Inc.
Box 2682, Bloomington, IN 47402-2682
0941532402 $19.95 worldwisdom.com
A Buddhist Spectrum is a collection of essays by Marco Pallis concerning Buddhism.
Pallis offers
the reader a series of profound comparisons and insights concerning the diverse spiritual
doctrines
of Buddhism and Christianity. Prompting a dialogue on both practical and metaphysical
matters,
A Buddhist Spectrum informatively and thoughtfully delves into such matters as whether
there
truly is such a problem as Evil; the question of whether Buddhism allows for 'grace'; the
concept
of dharma; musical polyphony, and more. A welcome contribution to Buddhist and
religious
studies shelves, A Buddhist Spectrum is especially recommended reading for students
new to
Buddhism as well as non-Buddhists wanting to familiarize themselves with basic
Buddhist
teachings and concepts.
Zen Brushwork
Tanchu Terayama
Kodansha America, Inc.
575 Lexington Avenue, NY, NY 10022
4770029446 $28.00 1-800-451-7556
Ably translated into English by Thomas F. Judge and John Stevens, Zen Brushwork:
Focusing
The Mind With Calligraphy And Painting by Tanchu Terayama (Nishogakusha
University) uses
black-and-white photography to illustrate simple exercises and practices that one can
follow to
expand one's mind and meditation skills through the arts of calligraphy and painting --
especially
as they have been practiced in Asian nations for thousands of years. Showcasing works of
art as
well as advice and practical instructions, Zen Brushwork is a thoughtfully written and an
easy-to-follow guide that especially recommended to students of meditation, Zen
Buddhism, and
the contemplative aspects of the martial arts.
Change Of Heart
Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche
Lama Shenpen Drolma, editor
Padma Publishing
PO Box 279, Junction City, CA 96048-0279
1881847349 $16.95 tibetantreasures.com
Compiled and edited for contemporary readers by Lama Shenpen Drolma, Change Of
Heart: The
Bodhisattva Peace Training Of Chagdud Tulku is a collection of teachings and wisdom in
Buddhist philosophy and practice conducted by His Eminence Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche,
a
spiritual leader born in Tibet who came to the United States in 1979 and created centers
for the
study and practice of Vajrayana Buddhism throughout North and South America, Europe,
and
Australia, and taught passionately and tirelessly until his passing in November 2002.
Dialogues
brimming with insight, respect, and the personal responsibility of improving and
transforming the
self form the core of this powerful and very welcome addition to Buddhist Studies
reading lists
and reference collections.
A Guide To The Bodhisattva's Way Of Life
Shantideva
Snow Lion Publications
PO Box 6483, Ithaca, NY 14851
www.snowlionpub.com
8185102597 $12.95 1-800-950-0313
Originally composed in India during the 8th century, Shantideva's A Guide To The
Bodhisattva's
Way Of Life is a classical spiritual text. This published translation by Stephen Batchelor,
this
superb Snow Lion Publications edition is based upon a 12 century Tibetan commentary,
with an
expansion to the ninth chapter on wisdom devoted to appropriate passages of
commentary. A
Guide To The Bodhisattva's Way Of Life extolls the virtues of patience, enthusiasm,
meditation,
and dedication, while showing the benefits of the awakening mind. Written in stanzas
expressing
transcendental and enlightening thought, A Guide To The Bodhisattva's Way Of Life is a
"must-read" for anyone interested in studying or practicing Buddhism.
The Cookbook Shelf
Land Of Plenty
Fuchsia Dunlop
W.W. Norton & Company
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110
0393051773 $30.00 1-800-233-4830
Fuchsia Dunlop's Land Of Plenty is an impressive gathering of authentic Sichuan recipes
personally gathered by Dunlop in the Chinese province of Sichuan provides dishes both
available
in other cookbooks and unique to this culinary guide. Access to a well-stocked Chinese
market
will aid in the appreciation of a guide which includes such regional specialties as Pork
Steamed in
Lotus Leaves and Braised Chicken with Chestnuts. A peppering of photos enhances the
presentation but the 'meat' lies in its unusual dishes.
Cooking With Merlot
Barbara Ray & Norm Ray
Rayve Productions
PO Box 726, Windsor, CA 95492
www.rayveproductions.com
1877810533 $9.95 1-800-852-4890
The collaborative effort of Barbara and Norman Ray, Cooking With Merlot: 75
Marvelous Merlot
Recipes is a very highly commended specialty cookbook designed and intended
especially for
Merlot wine enthusiasts. Simple one-page recipes using ingredients that anyone can
acquire in a
grocery store pack the pages of Cooking With Merlot from cover to cover. The tasty
dishes range
from Spinach Soup With Basil And Merlot; to Zucchini Merlot Linguine; to Marinated
Grape
Delight. All seventy five delectable recipes comprising this enjoyable and thoroughly
"user
friendly" cookbook are imminently suitable for dining occasions from casual family
meals
to
elaborate dinner parties.
Macrina Bakery & Cafe Cookbook
Leslie Mackie
Sasquatch Books
119 South Main Street, Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98104-2555
1570613729 $29.95 1-800-775-0817
Leslie Mackie opened the Macrina Bakery & Cafe in 1993, specializing in hearth-baked
artisan
loaves and rustic European pastries. An expert baker, Leslie Mackie's recipes have been
featured
in Bon Appetit, Sunset Magazine, and The New York Times. Now, with the assistance of
Andrew
Cleary, Leslie Mackie has drawn upon her expertise to compiled the Macrina Bakery &
Cafe
Cookbook showcasing her favorite breads, pastries, sweets and savories. From
Guatemalan Hot
Chocolate Bread; Raspberry Cinnamon-Sugar Bread Pudding with Nectarine Compote;
Chocolate
Cherry Pound Cake; and Lemon Chess Tart; to Sour Cherry Shortbread; Gingerbread
Crepes with
Citron Ricotta, Cranberry Compote & Vanilla Syrup; Tuscan Tomato & Fennel Soup
with White
Beans; and Steamed Chocolate Pudding Cake, Macrina Bakery & Cafe Cookbook is a
gourmet's
delight and very highly recommended for personal, professional, and community library
cookbook
collections.
Your Chicken Is Cooked
Lauren Rae Brimmer
Fallbrook Press
PO Box 28582, San Diego, CA 92198
www.YourChickenIsCooked.com
0974466123 $16.95 1-858-674-5749
Your Chicken Is Cooked is an impressive collection of 125 recipes expertly compiled by
LaurenRae Brimmer and revolving around the key features of a rotisserie chicken
combined with
kitchen-tested recipes proven to be fast and efficient. From chicken soups to salads,
appetizers,
main dishes, and deserts, Your Chicken Is Cooked offers a wealth of varied and delicious
recipes
presented with direct and unambiguous instructions for preparing this popular favorite
bird.
The Book Of Roasting
Jeanette Egan
HPBooks/Berkley
375 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014
1557884196 $12.00 www.penguin.com
The Book Of Roasting is a vertical-shaped collection by Jeanette Egan of 80 superb and
"kitchen
cook friendly" recipes for roasting chicken, beef, fish, vegetables, and more pack the
pages of this
superbly presented meat-preparation specialty cookbook. Full-color photographs and
step-by-step
instructions combine to showcase basic information about the art of roasting, including
racks,
thermometers, timers, carving tools and more. The Book Of Roasting would prove a
quickly
popular and enduringly useful addition to any cookbook collection.
Far East/Down East
Bruce De Mustchine & Glenn Scott
Down East Books
PO Box 679, Camden, Maine 04843-0679
0892725893 $28.00 1-800-766-1670
Far East/Down East: Maine's Freshest Foods Spiced With Asia's Finest Flavors compiled
by
Bruce De Mustchine combines foods from Maine with the spices and insights of Asian
cooking to
present appetizing and inspirational delicacies that the whole family will enjoy. From
Shrimp
Toast; Marinated Fried Sea Scallops; and Ginger Stewed Tomatoes; to Peanut, Shrimp, &
Chicken Salad; Asparagus & Quail Curry; and Coconut Pudding, these mouth-watering
morsels
are offered with straightforward instructions and gorgeous color photographs by Glen
Scott. Far
East/Down East is a glorious introduction to blending the culinary ingredients and styles
of two
different cultures.
Party Food For Vegetarians
Celia Brooks Brown
Laurel Glen Publishing
5880 Oberlin Dr, San Diego, CA 92121
1592231705 $22.95 1-800-788-3123
Celia Brooks Brown's Party Food For Vegetarians is a helpful, easy-to-follow recipe
guide to
creating vegetarian dishes fit for serving at cocktails, barbecues, casual parties and any
other
special dining event. From strict vegan appetizers, to creations that incorporate fish and
seafood
but not red meat, Party Food For Vegetarians is a superbly presented, step-by-step, "user
friendly" guide with color photographs by Jan Baldwin and a keen sense of high-class
flavor.
Offered delights range from Pecan Chocolate Ripple Cheesecake; Tortellini Skewers
With Herb
Oil; and Artichoke Souffle Omelette; to No-Knead Honey Seed Bread; Lemony Lentils
with
Radishes; and Slow-Cooked Fennel & Squid with Pink Peppercorns. Party Foods For
Vegetarians
will prove a welcome addition to dedicated vegetarian kitchen cookbook collection.
The Everything Mexican Cookbook
Margaret Kaeter
Adams Media
57 Littlefield Street, Avon, MA 02322
1580629679 $14.95 adamsmedia.com
The Everything Mexican Cookbook ably presents 300 flavorful recipes compiled by
Margaret
Kaeter from Mexican culinary traditions -- as well as basic facts and know-how about
south-of-the-border cooking. A friendly, easy-to-follow guide, offering detailed
instructions for
preparing dishes such as Cold Avocado Soup, Mexican Stuffed Peppers, White Chili, and
Yucatan Tamale Pie, The Everything Mexican Cookbook really lives up to its title and
would
make a terrific addition to any kitchen cookbook collection!
Crescent City Collection
Junior League of New Orleans
FRP Books
4319 Carondelet Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70115
0960477403 $26.95 www.frpbooks.com
Crescent City Collection: A Taste Of New Orleans is a classy cookbook featuring over
250
recipes donated by members of the Junior League of New Orleans. Color photographs
wonderfully enliven and showcase these elegant dishes with glimpses into beautiful and
grandiose
homes, and informative sidebars offer well-to-do cooking tips. Dishes such as Bayou
Bean Salad;
Turkey and Red Wine Lasagna; and Lemon Rice Pilaf fill the pages of this elegantly
sumptuous
and highly commended culinary guide.
Foolproof Thai Cooking
Ken Horn
Hylas Publishing
129 Main Street, Irvington, NY 10533
1592580475 $19.95 1-973-921-9044
Foolproof Thai Cooking: Popular And Easy Recipes From The World's Favorite Asian
Chef
presents recipes compiled by Ken Horn from the Thai tradition that are not only delicious
and
immensely popular, as well as easy to make for even the most novice cook. An informed
and
informative introduction explains the basics of Thai cooking, while full-color
photographs
illustrate the instructions for items such as Thai-style Spring Rolls, Crispy Fish With
Mango
Salad, Green Chicken Curry and more. Foolproof Thai Cooking is confidently
recommended as a superb starter for anyone interested in learning about the culinary
delights of this
culinarily
distinguished Asian nation.
The Zen Monastery Cookbook
Cheri Huber, editor
Keep It Simple Books
Claire Kirch (publicity)
PO Box 431, Murphys, CA 95247
www.keepitsimplebooks.com
0961475471 $16.00 1-209-728-3537
Knowledgeably compiled and deftly edited by Cheri Huber, The Zen Monastery
Cookbook:
Stories And Recipes From A Zen Kitchen is more than just another cookbook. It is replete
with
the stories, traditions, and insights from Monastery Cooks and Cook Assistants
expressing
gratitude, compassionate awareness, and the search to find peace and transformation in
one's own
existence. A gradual exploration into the depths of joy, ingredient by ingredient, with
simple and
marvelous recipes for fruit salads, Tofu Pot Pie With Dumplings, Baked Apples, Italian
Cheesecake and so much more, The Zen Monastery Cookbook is a genuinely wonderful
addition
to the personal and family cookbook shelf.
Raw Food
Lori Baird, editor
Julie Rodwell, contributing editor
Healthy Living Books/Hatherleigh Press
5-22 46th Avenue, Suite 200
Long Island City, NY 11101
www.healthylivingbooks.com
1578261430 $25.00 1-800-528-2550
Raw Food: Healthy, Delicious Vegetarian Cuisine Made With Living Foods is more than
a
cookbook featuring 350 recipes for preparing uncooked fruits and vegetables; it also
offers a
wealth of experience and insight into juicing, cutting, drying, and other methods creating
delicious
raw meals. Whether one is reluctant to heat foods above 115 degrees (F) in order to
preserve
their health giving enzymes, or simply wants to enjoy the natural flavor of nature's
bounty, Raw
Food is a superb primer and resource for enjoying the best of the best. Includes
instructions for
making great salads, soups, smoothies, cheese substitutes, and more. Note that Raw Food
is a
vegetarian cookbook and does not cover sushi or other fish and seafood preparation.
Little Foods Of The Mediterranean
Clifford A. Wright
The Harvard Common Press
535 Albany Street, Boston, MA 02118
www.harvardcommonpress.com
1558322272 $21.95 www.amazon.com
In Little Foods Of The Mediterranean, culinary expert Clifford A. Wright pre-sents and
showcases 500 mouth-watering recipes for appetizers and bite-sized servings of all kind,
from the
rich and diverse culinary tradition of the Mediterranean. Recipes for stuffed vegetables,
filled
pastries, fried tidbits, kebabs, dips, and many more types of nibble-worthy delights are
presented
along with fascinating asides about Mediterranean cooking, foods, history, and lore. Little
Foods
Of The Mediterranean is a magnificent resource -- especially for dishing up morsels to
enjoy for
ordinary family dining and at special holiday celebrations.
Hungarian Cookbook
Yolanda Nagy Fintor
Hippocrene Books, Inc.
171 Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10016
www.hippocrenebooks.com
0781809967 $24.95 1-718-454-2366
Now in a newly expanded edition, Hungarian Cookbook: Old World Recipes For New
World
Cooks by Yolanda Nagy Fintor (who learned cooking from her Hungarian mother)
introduces the
reader to a culinary wealth of truly great recipes that have been passed down through
generations
of Hungarian cooks via an oral family tradition. Featuring not only recipes with
meticulous
instructions, but also memories, traditions, and lore from those who have prepared and
shared
such dishes as New World Creamy Potato Soup, Sweet And Sour Cabbage, and Beer
Bread
Sticks, the Hungarian Cookbook is very highly recommended for anyone seeking to learn
about,
create, and taste the flavors and culinary traditions of Hungary.
101 Vegetarian Dishes
Orlando Murrin
Hylas Publishing
129 Main Street, Irvington, NY 10533
159258022X $9.95 1-888-330-8477
101 Vegetarian Dishes: Tried-And-Tested Recipes by Orlando Murrin is a compact sized
cookbook with color photographs showcasing every entry. 101 Vegetarian Dishes offers
vegetarians dishes that thrive with flavor and originality. From Feta and White Bean
Salad, to
Thai Satay Noodles, Saffron Rice Pudding and more, these delectable dishes cover all
meals of
the day with a few zesty snacks thrown in. A superb and healthy cookbook for anyone
adapting to
the meat-free way of life, 101 Vegetarian Dishes is the perfect new addition to any
vegetarian
collection.
More With Less
Doris Janzen Longacre
Herald Press
616 Walnut Avenue, Scottdale, PA 15683
083619263X $13.99 1-800-759-4447
Now in a 25th anniversary edition, More With Less: A World Community Cookbook by
Doris
Janzen Longacre is an outstanding cookbook compilation of recipes and suggestions by
Mennonites. Featuring not only delicious preparations, but ways that one can eat healthier
meals
that take less of the world's limited food resources (not to mention the resources of one's
own
pocketbook). From High-Protein Pancakes or Waffles; to Fresh Broccoli With Mock
Hollandaise;
to Hinkelsteins (oat sticks), these simple and nutritious recipes can be made from basic
ingredients
with a minimum of waste make for economical and thoroughly enjoyable dining.
Extraordinary Foods For The Everyday Kitchen
Lori Kornblum & Bruce Semon
Wisconsin Institute of Nutrition
5555 N. Port, Washington #200
Glendale, WI 53217
0967005779 $15.95 nutritioninstitute.com
The collaboration of attorney and mother of three Loni Kornblum and child psychologist
and
nutritionist Bruce Semon, Extraordinary Foods For The Everyday Kitchen is an
impressive
culinary collection of sugar-free, yeast-free, wheat-free, milk-free, soy-free, and all
Kosher recipes
healthy living. Easy to prepare with the explicit instructions (going so far as to put key
terms and
actions in boldface type), Extraordinary Foods For The Everyday Kitchen offers a
mouth-watering spectrum of dishes ranging from Chinese Tomato Soup, and Quick 'N
Easy
Ratatouille, to Spicy Pumpkin Cranberry Pie and so many more. Extraordinary Foods For
The
Everyday Kitchen is a superb resource for cooks who have to combine strict dietary
requirements
with succulent taste in their epicurean creations.
The Theatre/Cinema Shelf
Special Effects Makeup
Janus Vither
Routledge
29 W. 35th St., New York NY 10001
087830178X $22.95 1-800-634-7064
From severed fingers to slashed throats and burns, Special Effects Makeup provides a
complete
guide to theatre and film make-up processes, covering a world of increasingly technical,
sophisticated effects. These step-by-step coverages will prove essential to any working in
theatre,
surveying materials and their results.
Dishing Hollywood
Laurie Jacobson
Cumberland House Publishing
431 Harding Industrial Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37211
1581823703 $16.95 1-888-439-2665
Organized around the theme of food to the extent of featuring choice recipes with each
biographical entry, Dishing Hollywood: The Real Scoop On Tinseltown's Most Notorious
Scandals by television writer and producer Laurie Jacobson is a compelling look into
more than
forty tabloid-worthy exploits of Hollywood's stars ranging from the early twentieth
century down
to the present day. A shocking and lurid collection guaranteed to add spicy conversational
anecdotes to one's Hollywood themed cooking, the recipes are as fun as the scandals are
fascinating.
Blacklisted
Paul Buhle & Dave Wagner
Palgrave Macmillan
175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010
140396145X $24.95 www.palgrave.com
Blacklisted: The Film Lover's Guide To The Hollywood Blacklist is the collaboratively
effort of
Paul Buhle and Dave Wagner and an alphabetically arranged encyclopedia of entries
concerning
the films, directors, stars, writers, producers, designers, and others who suffered being
blacklisted
because of the House Un-American Activities Committee during their infamous
Hollywood
blacklist era. Over 2000 entries point the reader in the direction of grand works that were
covered
in shadow during a dangerous time in American history, including films such as "Roman
Holiday"
and "Bridge on the River Kwai". Blacklisted is a welcome and greatly appreciated
contribution to
Cinematic Studies reference collections.
Sketch-O-Frenia
John Dessler & Lawrence Phillis
Meriwether Publishing
Box 7710, Colorado Springs, CO 80933
1566080894 $17.95 1-800-937-5297
The collaborative effort of John Dessler and Lawrence Phillis, Sketch-O-Frenia offers
drama
department students fifty short and smartly written sketches that can be acted out on
stage, in TV,
or in film. Hilariously funny spoofs on simple activities of daily life range from video
games, to
hijacking an elevator, to restaurant dining, and more. Sketch-O-Frenia is irreverent yet
hilarious
fun. A disclaimer reads "Permission to reproduce copies and perform any of the drama
sketches
included in this text is granted to amateur groups with the purchase of this book", making
Sketch-O-Frenia an ideal reference shelf enhancement for high school and community
theater
groups.
The Computer Shelf
Osborne/McGraw-Hill
2100 Powell Street, Emeryville, CA 94608
1-800-722-4726 www.amazon.com
Three very different but simply outstanding computer instruction manuals are very highly
recommended additions to dedicated computer reference collections. Effective Oracle By
Design
(0072230657; 688 pages; $59.99) by Oracle guru Tom Kyte ("Ask Tom" column in
Oracle
magazine) is the definitive guide to designing and building high-performance, scalable
Oracle
applications. Providing detailed code examples throughout, Tom Kyte teaches proactive
and
efficient methods to develop and tune Oracle applications that fully exploit the database.
He also
shows how to maximize the built-in functionality of tools in order to achieve the best
results
possible. SQL Server Security (0072225-157; 352 pages; $39.99) by David Lichtfield
clearly
addresses SQL Server vulnerabilities and provides security solutions, as well as covering
installation, administration, and programming, plus security issues such as authentication,
encryption, intrusion detection, and more. Written for IT professionals administering or
programming any SQL Server-based application, SQL Server Security includes coverage
of SQL
Server 7, SQL Server 2000, and SQL Server (Yukon). Windows Server Undocumented
Solutions: Beyond the Knowledge Base (0072229411; 320 pages; $39.99) by Serdar
Yegulalp is
a perfect choice for any network administrator looking to push their servers to improved
performance or to perform uncustomary tasks. Windows Server Undocumented Solutions:
Beyond the Knowledge Base aptly provides undocumented techniques for installation,
networking, multimedia tools, disk checking, migration (single and multiCPUs), backup,
IIS
tuning, Active Directory, memory, upgrades, and more.
Apache Cookbook
Ken Coar & Rich Bowen
O'Reilly & Associates, Inc.
1005 Gravenstein, Highway N, Sebastopol, CA 95472-2811
0596001916 $29.95 1-800-998-9938
The collaboration of Apache software experts Ken Coar and Rich Bowen, Covering
Apache 2.0
& 1.3, Apache Cookbook is a "user friendly" guide and comprehensive reference to the
most
widely used web server in the world. Offering common problems and solutions;
step-by-step
walk-throughs; discussion problems; sample codes; worked-out solutions; instructions for
tasks
such as installing the server or managing a proxy server, and so much more, Apache
Cookbook is
a "must-have" instructional reference for anyone charged with the responsibility of setting
up or
maintaining an Apache based web server.
C# And Game Programming
Salvatore A. Buono
A. K. Peters Ltd.
63 South Avenue, Natick, MA 01760
1568811934 $39.00 www.akpeters.com
C# And Game Programming: A Beginner's Guide is a hands-on instructional by Salvatore
A.
Buono that teaches the basics of the C# computer language through applications of
classic arcade
games. The topics covered include data base concepts, sorts, object-oriented design, and
more.
Games are built using Windows with event-driven means, and complete source code for
games
such as Battle Bit, Asteroid Miner, Space Fighters, Rat Race and more are included. An
accompanying CD-ROM offers source code for all the examples and games in the book,
pre-assembled projects, and DirectX and Windows versions of the games. C# And Game
Programming is commended as being a superb self-teaching reference and resource for
aspiring
and practicing computer game programmers.
SQR In PeopleSoft And Other Applications
Galina Landres & Vlad Landres
Manning Publications Company
109 Vincent Ave., Lynbrook, NY 11563
1932394001 $69.95 www.manning.com
Expert systems designer and programmer Vlad Landres and PeopleSoft specialist Galina
Landres
have completely revised and updated this second edition of SQR In PeopleSoft And Other
Applications. Covering the fundamentals of the SQR version 6, and how to integrate SQR
programs with PeopleSoft version 8, SQR In PeopleSoft And Other Applications is
packed from
cover to cover with reusable code examples, warnings of pitfalls, efficient methods,
effective-dated tables, complete SQR syntax reference, and so much more. There is no
shortage
of solid advice and demonstrations in this straightforward and strongly recommended
"hands-on"
guide.
Uberhacker II
Carolyn Meinel
Loompanics Unlimited
PO Box 1197, Port Townsend, WA 98368
1559502398 $39.95 loompanics.com
Now in a completely revised and updated edition, Uberhacker II: More Ways To Break
Into A
Computer by Carolyn Meinel is a straightforward and "user friendly" guide which is
filled with
basic information that can be used to compromise security in computers - as well as
protecting
them against just such intrusions. Unapologetic in its explicit and meticulous
deconstruction of the
weaknesses in Unix, Linux, Windows, and other systems, Uber-hacker II is a profusely
exampled
and information-laden text which is a "must-read" for anyone charged with computer
security in
this volatile age of computer hackers and cyber thieves.
PC Repair And Maintenance
Joel Rosenthal & Kevin Irwin
Charles River Media
20 Downer Ave, #3, Hingham MA 02043
1584502665 $39.95 1-800-382-8505
PC Repair And Maintenance: A Practical Guide by computer repair technicians Joel
Rosenthal
and Kevin Irwin is a do-it-yourself guide to repairing common computers (running
Microsoft
Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000 or XP) and is specifically meant and recommended for the
non-specialist general reader. Easy-to-follow instructions, step-by-step tutorials, and an
emphasis
on practical and "hands-on" approaches fill the pages of this outstanding guide which is
organized
around the core principle that a deep understanding of "how a computer works" is not
required to
diagnose and repair basic problems. A superb manual for home use as a basic
instructional and an
ideal reference for anyone contemplating a career in the computer repair business, PC
Repair
And Maintenance is enhanced with a companion CD-ROM offering video tutorials on
basic tasks
such as installing a new memory card, hard drive, new battery, and more.
The Hidden Power Of Illustrator CS Web Graphics Techniques
Steve Kurth
Sybex, Inc.
1151 Marina Village Parkway, Alameda, CA 94501
0782141587 $39.99 www.sybex.com
The Hidden Power Of Illustrator CS Web Graphics Techniques by Illustrator CS software
expert
Steve Kurth is a "do-it-yourself" guidebook for tapping into the depths of Adobe
Illustrator's
graphics capabilities with respect to an effective and attractive website presentation.
Express
instructions, screenshots, tutorials for advanced web tools, instructions for building one's
own
page, and so much more utilizing Illustrator CS software fill the pages of this resourceful
and
easy-to-follow instructional from cover to cover.
Sams Publishing
201 West 103rd St, Indianapolis IN 46290
www.mcp.com www.amazon.com
Three new titles from Sams Publishing are exceptional well presented and confidently
recommended instruction and referance manuals. Mono Kick Start (0672325799, $34.99,
400
pages) is co-written by Hans-Juergen Schoenig and Ewald Geschwinde for intermediate
to
advanced users and is a fast-paced, hands-on, nicely organized guide to Mono and .NET
compatible application programming with Mono. Includes subjects like threads, network
programming, security, database interaction, XML, and more, plus a comprehensive
practical
section that shows readers how to set up Web applications with Mono, how GUIs can be
programmed using GTK, and how applications written with .NET can be operated in the
Mono
framework. PowerBuilder 9: Internet and Distributed Application Development is the
collaborative effort of computer expters William Green and John D. Olson (0672324997,
$49.99,
600 pages) and comprehensively presents the new capabilities of PowerBuilder 9 along
with the
architecture and patterns required to create distributed systems in PowerBuilder.
Recommended
for intermediate to advanced users, PowerBuilder 9: Internet and Distributed Application
Development deftly addresses development Web and Intranet-based systems, including
Web
Services, Portals, Application-Servers, XML, and Mobile Access. Special Edition Using
Microsoft Office Access 2003 (0789729-520, $49.99, 1536 pages) by Roger Jennings is
an
impressively comprehensive and user friendly instruction manual ideal for those new to
Microsoft
Office Access 2003 software. A comprehensive reference on all the diverse features of
Access
2003, and enhanced with new chapters on collaboration with Microsoft SharePoint Team
Server,
and creating or consuming XML Web Services, Special Edition Using Microsoft Office
Access
2003 also includes Access 2003's new XML export/import features.
Developing Tablet PC Applications
Clayton E. Crooks II
Charles River Media
20 Downer Ave., #3, Hingham MA 02043
www.charlesriver.com
1584502525 $41.95 1-800-382-8505
Developing Tablet PC Applications by computer expert and professional Clayton E.
Crooks is a
self-teaching tool for specifically for programmers seeking to create their own
applications for the
exciting new Tablet PC. This is a new development which blends the usefulness of
notebook
computing technologies with the raw power of Windows XP. Sample code and source
projects
(both in the text and on an included CD-ROM), illustrate this instructive text which is
replete with
examples that anyone can use to build upon. Developing Tablet PC Applications is a very
worthwhile addition to any Tablet PC programmer's personal or professional reference
library.
Digital Video Editing With Final Cut Express
Charles Roberts
Focal Press
200 Wheeler Road, Burlington, MA 01803
0240805968 $29.95 focalpress.com
Digital Video Editing With Final Cut Express by Charles Roberts (Assistant Professor,
communications Media Department, Fitchburg State College, Fitchburg, Massachusetts)
is a
practical and highly recommended instructional and reference manual concerning how to
use
Apple's Final Cut Express editing software for optimum digital video results. Covering
not only
the software interface, but such issues as proper setup of Macintosh and Final Cut
Express, an
explanation of video hardware, means for troubleshooting a wide variety of problems and
much
more, Digital Video Editing With Final Cut Express combines black-and-white
illustrations and
screenshots with easy-to-follow narration to better instruct and draw out the skill and
creativity of
amateur and professional digital film makers alike.
The Political Science Shelf
Legacy
Rich Lowry
Regnery Publishing, Inc.
One Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001
0895261294 $27.95 www.regnery.com
Knowledgeably written by columnist and political analyst Rich Lowry, (Editor of
"National
Review" and a contributor to the "Washington Post," "New York Times," and "Wall
Street
Journal"), Legacy: Paying The Price For The Clinton Years is a sharply worded criticism
of the
Clinton presidency and its continuing impact on American politics, culture, and foreign
affairs. As
subtle as a right-wing wrecking ball, Legacy analytically deconstructs Bill Clinton's
apparent
unwillingness to use force against America's enemies, accuses his generally accepted
economic
record as being riddled with lies, and attacks former Attorney General Janet Reno for
alleged
failures in domestic security, and more. A harsh, passionate and politically charged
account,
Legacy will prove to be of immense interest to contemporary political conservatives.
Myth America
William H. Boyer
The Apex Press
Box 337, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
www.cipa-apex.org
1891843192 $19.95 1-800-316-2739
In Myth America: Democracy vs. Capitalism, William H. Boyer (Professor Emeritus in
Philosophy, University of Hawaii) persuasively denounces the very real and alarming
growth of
corporate power in America, which has increased and proliferated to such an extent that it
routinely co-opts the agendas of the media and of public schools in to serve the almighty
dollar
and the corporate bottom line. From an obvious erosion of democratic fundamentals, to
self-righteous "myths" of foreign policy used to justify abusive world dominance, Myth
America is
resolute in its mission to forewarn society of dangerous present trends and conditions so
that an
horrific anti-democratic future can be avoided for our children and our grandchildren. A
highly
recommended and welcome addition to Political Science reading lists, Myth America is
also
available in a hardcover edition (1891843222, $34.95).
Censored 2004
Peter Phillips & Project Censored
Seven Stories Press
140 Watts Street, New York, NY 10013
www.sevenstories.com
1583226052 $17.95 1-800-596-7437
The collaborative effort of Peter Philips and "Project Censored", Censored 2004 collects
the
twenty-five most censored news stories of 2002 and 2003. A fierce wake-up call to issues
commonly suppressed by the mainstream media, Censored 2004 is a "must-read" for
journalism
students, media critics, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the problems
of
media bias, news story censorship, social reforms, and the interactive relationships of
media and
government, as well as the issues of media ownership, journalistic integrity, and an
effectively
informed citizenry.
Reflections On A Politically Skeptical Era
Dennis H. Wrong
Transaction Publishers
Rutgers, The State Univ. of New Jersey
35 Berrue Circle, Piscataway, NJ 08854
0765801957 $39.95 1-888-999-6778
Reflections On A Politically Skeptical Era is a collection of timely essays written by
retired
academician Dennis H. Wrong from 1995 to 2001, and concern a number of immediately
relevant
topics including the inequalities of capitalism, identity politics and multiculturalism in
America
today. These in-depth assessments are ably presented with a frank honesty and firmness
of
character, providing the reader with a thoroughly thought-provoking discussion.
Reflections On A
Politically Skeptical Era is a welcome and scholarly contribution to Political Science
reference
collections and reading lists.
Gangs Of America
Ted Nace
Berrett-Koehler Publishers Inc.
235 Montgomery Street, Suite 650, San Francisco, CA 94104-2916
1576752607 $24.95 1-800-929-2929
Gangs Of America: The Rise Of Corporate Power And The Disabling Of Democracy by
Ted
Nace is an expert and sharp drawn scrutiny of just how contemporary corporations have
amassed
more political and economic rights than ordinary citizens within America's legal system.
Tracing
the roots of this phenomenon, and warning of the dangers such preferential treatment
could have
upon American society as a whole if continued unchecked, Gangs Of America is an
informed and
informative analytical history of the origins and implications of a very real imbalance of
political
and economic power upon our judicial and legislative systems.
The Business Shelf
Uncommon, Commonsense Management
John S. Adams, C.S.M.
BookMasters, Inc.
P.O. Box 2139, Mansfield, Ohio 44905
0974355704 $24.95 bookmasters.com
Expertly written by experienced business manager John Adams, Uncommon,
Commonsense
Management is a straightforward "do-it-yourself" advice guide for anyone aspiring to
master the
challenges and rewards of managerial duties. From challenges to optimizing efficiency; to
budgeting one's time; to applying the tools at one's disposal; to recommendations for
overseeing
human resources, and a great deal more, Uncommon, Commonsense Management is a
practical
and very highly recommended resource -- especially for those new to the demands of
corporate
management issues and practices.
Meeting Procedures: Parliamentary Law And Rules Of Order For the 21st Century by
certified
professional parliamentarian James Lochrie is a no-nonsense reference to the terms and
procedures for organizing debate among large bodies of human beings, whether in
committees of
representative government or on a corporate business board of directors. Discussing the
mechanics of motions, voting methods, nominations, orders of business and more,
Meeting
Procedures is an absolute "must-read" for anyone seeking to master the basics of these
formal
principles in order to better participate and communicate in business or civic meetings of
any size
and of diverse complexities.
Zen Wise Selling
Lee Godden
Telsius
2021 Obispo Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755
0974007609 $19.95 www.zenwise.com
Zen Wise Selling: Mindful Methods To Improve Your Sales... And Your Self by sales
trainer,
public speaker, and Zen practitioner Lee Godden offers readers a unique blend of Zen
principles
and great business methodologies revolving around the core idea that excellence in
personal
understanding, bearing, character and credibility will inevitably result in excellent sales.
From
living and selling in-the-moment; to learning to accept, embrace, and learn from one's
failures and
fears; to the arts of managing salespeople; to team selling, and more, Zen Wise Selling is
confidently recommended as a superbly balanced work leading to self-improve-ment on
physical,
economic, and spiritual fronts.
Global Business Negotiations
Claude Cellich & Subhash C. Jain
Thomson South-Western
5191 Natorp Blvd., Mason, OH 45040
053872658X $31.95 swlearning.com
Co-written by award-winning economist Dr. Claude Cellich (International University in
Geneva)
and Marketing professor Dr. Subhash Jain (University of Connecticut), Global Business
Negotiations: A Practical Guide offers the reader a wealth of logical strategies and
systematic
approaches to improve international negotiations; deal with cultural barriers; resolve
marketplace
disputes; and come to lasting agreements in an increasingly competitive global economy.
Individual chapters knowledgeably address negotiations planning, communication skills,
negotiating on the Internet, and a great deal more. Global Business Negotiations is
strongly
recommended reading for anyone involved with any aspect of the international business
community.
Back To The Drawing Board
Colin B. Carter & Jay W. Lorsch
Harvard Business School Publishing
60 Harvard Way, Boston, MA 02163
1578517761 $29.95 www.HBSPress.org
Back To The Drawing Board: Designing Corporate Boards For A Complex World
addresses
what expert professional consultant Colin B. Carter and Harvard Business School
professor Jay
W. Lorsch see as the greatest challenge facing corporate boards today -- that many
national and
international corporate boards are composed of member with limited knowledge of the
companies
they must be responsible for, and too little time to make even the most crucial decisions.
Recommending a major corporate board of directors redesign based on experience and a
"what
works" approach, Back To The Drawing Board offers methodologies that can be
customized for
each unique corporate board of directors to the benefit and bottom-line profitability of the
corporation and all who serve it. Back To The Drawing Board is a strongly recommended
revolutionary analysis with emphasis on practical needs and reasonable expectations.
Global Livestock Health Policy
Robert F. Kahrs
Iowa State Press
2121 State Ave., Ames, IA 50014-8300
www.iowastatepress.com
0813802040 $59.99 1-800-862-6657
Knowledgeably written by Robert F. Kahrs (a practicing veterinarian, teacher, and field
researcher
of livestock diseases and vaccines), Global Livestock Health Policy: Challenges,
Opportunities,
And Strategies For Effective Action is a solidly presented, fastidiously scholarly, and
seminally
educational resource which delves into diverse solutions of global animal health problems
and
food safety issues that directly affect international trade. Informatively written in
technical detail
meant for advanced students and active practitioners, the individual chapters deftly
address
everything from international livestock health standards; to advances in the diagnosis and
control
of a wide variety of livestock ailments; to offering hard looks at the perils and challenges
of the
future, and so much more. Global Livestock Health Policy is a superbly detailed and
confidently
recommended treatment a complex scientific and practical matter for American
agriculture and
contemporary agribusiness issues.
The Religion/Spirituality
Shelf
Freedom From God
Harry Willson
Amador Publishers
PO Box 12335, Albuquerque, NM 87195
0938513338 $15.00 amadorbooks.com
Written by former missionary, pastor, and high school teacher Harry Wilson, Freedom
From God:
Restoring The Sense Of Wonder is not a rejection of faith, but rather a sharp and highly
recommended critique of how the word "God" has been overly contaminated and
degraded
through everyday secular and politically oriented usage. Emphasizing the importance of
restoring
a sense of reverence and wonder, Freedom From God springs from abiding hope, love,
and trust in ourselves
and in a
greater power.
The Hebrew Pharaohs Of Egypt
Bear & Company
One Park Street, Rochester, VT 05767
1591430224 $18.00 www.amazon.com
The Hebrew Pharaohs Of Egypt: The Secret Lineage Of Patriarch Joseph by Ahmed
Osman
explores the possibility that Biblical Joseph (who was sold into slavery by his kin), was
one and
the same with Yuya, a vizier of the Eighteenth Dynasty Pharaoh Tuthmosis IV. Shedding
light on
the sudden rise of monotheism in Egypt as spread by Queen Tiye and her son Akhenaten,
The
Hebrew Pharaohs Of Egypt is an intriguing, iconoclastic, and highly recommended study
which
draws upon Biblical and scientific findings to offer a unique interpretation of this specific
aspect of
the Biblical record.
Being Human
Solihin Thom, et. al.
Ad Humanitas Press
216 SW Tualatin Loop, West Linn, OR 97068
0971317208 $19.95 adhumanitas.com
The collaborative effort of Solihin Thom, Alicia Thom, and Alexandra ter Horst, Being
Human:
Exploring The Forces That Shape Us And Awaken An Inner Life is a spiritual self-help
guide to
exploring life forces, ranging from the lush growth of nature to the energies in an
ordinary home.
Focusing on the inner goals of harmony with oneself and God, as well as discussion the
human
relationship with primal forces, animal life, instincts, and learning flexibility in
adaptation, Being
Human is a moving, insightful, and highly recommended contemplation of life's greater
questions.
The Hebrew Pharaohs Of Egypt
Bear & Company
One Park Street, Rochester, VT 05767
1591430224 $18.00 www.amazon.com
The Hebrew Pharaohs Of Egypt: The Secret Lineage Of Patriarch Joseph by Ahmed
Osman
explores the possibility that Biblical Joseph (who was sold into slavery by his kin), was
one and
the same with Yuya, a vizier of the Eighteenth Dynasty Pharaoh Tuthmosis IV. Shedding
light on
the sudden rise of monotheism in Egypt as spread by Queen Tiye and her son Akhenaten,
The
Hebrew Pharaohs Of Egypt is an intriguing, iconoclastic, and highly recommended study
which
draws upon Biblical and scientific findings to offer a unique interpretation of this specific
aspect of
the Biblical record.
Oneness Perceived
Jeffrey S. Eisen, Ph.D.
Paragon House
2285 University Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55114
155778826X $19.95 paragonhouse.com
Ably written by psychologist, psychoanalyst, and therapist Jeffrey S. Eisen, Oneness
Perceived: A
Window Into Enlightenment offers the reader an informative glimpse into an expanse of
spiritual
life and sage commentary on how to help oneself transcend the limitations of negative
karma.
Individual chapters deftly address the illusions of the world and of the human mind;
consciousness
as the way the universe knows itself; the intelligence of the universe; God as the
embodiment of
everything, and a great deal more. Oneness Perceived is an especially recommended
addition to
Religion, Spirituality, and Metaphysical Studies reading list.
A Disciple's Journal
Sister Gargi
Kalpa Tree Press
Cate Cummings (publicity)
65 East 96th St., #12D, NY, NY 10128
0970636822 $14.95 www.kalpatree.com
A Disciple's Journal: In The Company Of Swami Ashokananda by Sister Gargi (Marie
Louise
Burke) is the compelling and true personal testimony of one woman's spiritual training
during the
course of two decades, at the hands of Swami Ashokananda (1893-1969), the spiritual
teacher of
the Ramakrishna Order and head of the Vedanta Society of Northern California. Sister
Gargi's
journey began in the 1950s as she learned meditation in the Hindu tradition of Vedanta,
and as she
pursued her spiritual quest Sister Gargi became a literary figure in the Vedanta
movement. Sister
Gargi's inner development, the highs and lows of the path she followed, and the rewards
of patient
dedication are all contained in this thoughtful and uplifting account, recommended to all
dedicated
students of Religion, Spirituality, and Metaphysics.
In The Footsteps Of Gandhi
Catherine Ingram
Parallax Press
PO Box 7355, Berkeley, CA 94707
1888375353 $16.00 www.parallax.com
Now in a newly revised edition enhanced with a new foreword by Arun Gandhi, and
featuring
interviews with Mubarak Awad, Ram Dass, Thich Nhat Hanh, Cesar Chavez, H.H. The
Dalai
Lama, Desmond Tutu, Joan Baez, and others, In The Footsteps Of Gandhi: Conversations
With
Spiritual Social Activists is a collection of deeply contemplative and insightful essays
written by a
diverse roster of contemporary spiritual and social activists. Touching on an impressive
array of
modern social issues ranging from AIDS, to apartheid, to the Israel/Palestine conflict, and
more,
this seminal tribute to the power of (and desperate need for) nonviolence is emotionally
moving,
morally relevant, and enthusiastically recommended reading for anyone concerned with
how best
to address the rampant social issues of our time.
Walking With Frodo
Sarah Arthur
Tyndale House Publishers
PO Box 80, Wheaton, IL 60189
0842385541 $10.99 1-800-323-9400
Walking With Frodo: A Devotional Journey Through "The Lord of the Rings" is a
spiritual
devotional by freelance writer and Lord of the Rings enthusiast Sarah Arthur draws
wisdom from
both Christian Scripture and the popular "Lord of the Rings" fantasy novels by J. R. R.
Tolkien
(who was himself a devout believer in Christ). Guiding us through the perilous choices of
life,
revealing what the Bible has to say about them, and explaining what readers can learn
from
Tolkien's classic parables, Walking With Frodo offers a unique and highly recommended
exploration of the depths of faith and the meaning of spirituality.
The Fiction Shelf
Nathan And His Wives
Miron C. Izakson
Syracuse University Press
1600 Jamesville Ave, Syracuse, NY 13210
0815607881 $24.95 1-800-365-8929
Expertly translated from the original Hebrew by Betsy Rosenberg, Nathan And His
Wives by
Miron C. Izakson is a impressive and dramatic work of contemporary literature
concerning the
nature of power, and its repercussions upon the human spirit. Two men, one a wealthy
tycoon and
the other the tycoon's secretary, each pursue their lives and indulgences. Yet when power
struggles turn from eccentric to morbid, the toll taken intensifies as both men become
entrenched
deeper and deeper in a pursuit that threatens to supersede rational decisions and moral
judgement.
Nathan And His Wives is engaging, literate, entertaining, inherently fascinating
cautionary
tale.
The Sky Club
Ian Feldman
SSI Publishing, Inc.
880 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 135-B, Atlanta, GA 30076
0974367303 $29.95 www.theskyclub.cc
The Sky Club by Ian Feldman is a deftly written thrilling. This is a grippingly suspenseful
novel
about a retiring British spy who learns of a devastating secret of fifty years -- that Allied
commandos had not stopped the creation of a German nuclear bomb by Nazi scientists,
but had
only driven their research underground. The unforeseen consequence was that a
doomsday device
many times more powerful than the lethal weapon used on Hiroshima slowly took shape.
Alternately brutal, terrifying, and tense, The Sky Club is a dark and highly recommended
saga will
suspend the reader on edge with Ian Feldman's gift for masterful and "reader engaging"
prose.
The Darkest Night
Jodie Larsen
Hawk Publishing Group
7107 S Yale #345, Tulsa, OK 74136
1930709447 $21.95 www.hawkpub.com
Jodie Larsen's The Darkest Night is a mystery-thriller revolving around the hunt for a
twisted
monster who is making people disappear from national parks. Kaycee Miller and Max
Masterson
are two people risking their lives to find him while one of them slowly loses her own war
against
fading eyesight and impending blindness. A suspenseful account written to tightly
captivate the
reader's attention to the very end, The Darkest Night is definitely recommended
reading.
The Immensity Of The Here And Now
Paul West
Voyant Publishing
PO Box 500, Rutherford, NJ 07070
0966599853 $23.00 voyantpub.com
The Immensity Of The Here And Now by Paul West is a riveting novel set in the modern
day
during the aftermath of the September 11th attacks. The Immensity Of The Here And
Now is the
story of two men, one who lost his memory and the other being war-wounded therapist
who tries
to help him yet is slowly losing his own hold on life, The Immensity Of The Here And
Now is
profound, disturbing, and a compelling inner study of picking up the pieces in the wake
of
personal devastation.
Buds
Jonathan Pearce
The Writers' Collective
780 Reservoir Avenue, Suite 243, Cranston, Rhode Island 02910
Balona Books
2017 W. Hammer Ln, Stockton CA 95209
1594110069 $12.95 writerscollective.org www.balona.books www.amazon.com
Eminently suitable for older teens and adults, Buds: A Story About Friendship is a reader
compelling story by Jonathan Pearce concerning two young Balona women who struggle
to deal
with issues of love, unexpected death, betrayal, fluctuations in self-esteem, and more.
Unexpected
friendship blossoms in this serious yet heartwarming and thoroughly entertaining
narrative.
Old Jazz
Mike Williams
Fremantle Arts Centre Press/ISBS, dist.
5824 N.E. Hassalo St, Portland, OR 97213
1920731725 $22.50 1-800-944-6190
Old Jazz by Mike Williams is a tangled novel following a man recovering from a failed
marriage,
who one night received a phone call from a woman claiming to be his unknown sister. A
moody
and introspective story of deadly family secrets, and stretching down a timeline that
ranges from
fifties London jazz clubs to modern-day life, Old Jazz deftly blends elements of a love
story,
suspense, and dramatic surprise. Mike Williams is a gifted and original storyteller whose
Old Jazz
will leave his readers looking eagerly toward his next literary effort!
Beulah Land
Krista McGruder
The Toby Press
Box 8531, New Milford, CT 06776-8531
1592640273 $19.95 www.tobypress.com
Beulah Land is an impressively written anthology of quite intense tales by Krista
McGruder which
are set in the American heartlands and turn about the hub of human relationships. A
lawyer tries
to learn clues about a family death from her Native American grandmother; a cancer
patient
connects with her grandfather's efforts to protect wildlife of the Ozark; an undertaker tries
to have
a convicted murderer buried in a Kansas public cemetery. These twining tales are rich
with the
everyday quest for meaning and understanding. Beulah Land clearly documents Krista
McGruder
as a major literary talent.
The Darkest Clearing
Brian Railsback
High Sierra Books
PO Box 489, Gold Beach, OR 97444
www.highsierrabooks.com
0971548250 $26.95 1-888-666-4478
The Darkest Clearing by Brain Railsback is a superbly crafted novel of determination,
frustration,
and obsession. Eldred Spell is a man affected by the tragedy of his sister's unexpected and
unusual
death. Eldred dedicates himself to restoring the natural splendor of Yosemite Valley,
which has
been overrun by tourists. His efforts to do so turn more and more violent with each
failure. Eli is a
married female security ranger who must find and catch Eldred, despite her own love of
the wilds
and her sympathy for his ultimate motivation. The Darkest Clearing is dark, dramatic,
entertaining, and highly recommended for community library fiction shelves.
The Biography Shelf
Jelly's Blues
Howard Reich & William Gaines
DaCapo Press
Eleven Cambridge Center, Cambridge MA 02142
0306812096 $26.00 1-800-242-7737
Jelly's Blues is Howard Reich and William Gaines's collaborative biography of jazz
musician Jelly
Roll Morton and recounts his birth to a large extended family in New Orleans in 1885,
his rise to
fame as a virtuoso pianist, and his flamboyant mark on the jazz world. From Jelly Roll
Morton's
struggles with poverty and obscurity to his journeys through jazz, Jelly's Blues provides
an
excellent and lively biographical survey.
Architect Of Quality
Dr. Joseph M. Juran
McGraw-Hill
Two Penn Plaza, New York NY 10121
0071426108 $24.95 1-800-722-4726
This autobiography of Dr. Juran, who overcame childhood tragedy to make an impact on
business
and society, examines his career and work life with an eye to showing how they
influenced his
professional development and eventual reputation in the business management world. His
concepts of quality eventually became a part of businesses around the world: Architect Of
Quality
will appeal to any interested in how the quality concept became embedded in the business
plan.
General Wadsworth
Wayne Mahood
Da Capo Press
11 Cambridge Ctr, Cambridge, MA 02142
030681238X $27.95 1-800-242-7737
General Wadsworth: The Life And Times Of Brevet Major General James S. Wadsworth
is an
in-depth biography by American Civil War expert Wayne Mahood of New York
politician,
anti-slavery statesman, and Union General James S. Wadsworth. This was a man who
despite his
devotion to his wife and six children, was called to serve his country in the Civil War.
Wadsworth
paid for patriotism with his life and fell mortally wounded on the field of battle,
eventually
perishing in a Confederate field hospital. A dramatic, extensively detailed and captivating
summary of a proud, courageous, and determined life well lived, General Wadsworth is
an
outstanding work and a welcome contribution to the growing library of Civil War Studies
biographies, autobiographies and memoirs.
Portrait Of A Turkish Family
Irfan Orga
Eland/Dufour Editions, Inc.
Box 7, Chester Springs, PA 19425-0007
0907871828 $19.95 1-800-869-5677
Portrait Of A Turkish Family is the true and biographical story of a Turkish family's
effort to
persevere through incredible and disastrous wartime hardships by Irfan Orega, a son of
that
family. World War I brought poverty and desperation to the formerly affluent Orega
family, and
small triumphs over something as small as a silver candlestick became crucial pieces of
hope for
the family's survival. A powerful true story of endurance and adaptation, Portrait Of A
Turkish
Family is an extraordinary biographical testament and very highly recommended
reading.
Outside Shooter
Philip Raisor
University of Missouri Press
2910 LeMone Blvd, Columbia, MO 65201
0826214843 $24.95 1-800-828-1894
Outside Shooter: A Memoir is the personal autobiography of professional basketball
player Philip
Raisor. The pressure of serving in a team sport in the 1950's is aptly recalled (especially
since this
was an era when American society first took steps toward integration in professional team
sports),
steps as hotly resisted in the area of athletic competition as anywhere else. Both Philip's
physical
struggles and difficulties of conscience are astutely and honestly detailed in superbly
insightful
work which is especially recommended to the attention of anyone interested in the history
of
basketball as seen through the eyes of a player on the front lines.
Old Stones
A. S. Penne
Horsdal & Schubart Publishers Ltd.
c/o The Heritage Group, distributor
#108-17665 66A Avenue, Surrey, BC, Canada V3S 2A7
0920663850 $19.95 heritagehouse.ca
Old Stones: The Biography Of A Family by A. s. Penne is the "creative nonfiction" story
of a
family shaped by hard times, change, war, and the courage to begin a new life. The tale
of a young
war bride who dared to follow her amputee husband into an uncertain future, and the
emotions
and experiences of their daughter's exploration of the mementos of history and
remembrances of
personal toil make for a powerful and captivating story that resonates on multiple levels.
Old
Stones is literate, original, entertaining, emotionally rewarding, deftly written, and highly
recommended reading.
A Heart For Healing
Clara Elizabeth Bickford Halvorson
Binford & Mort Publishing
5245-C N.E. Elam Young Parkway, Hillsboro, OR 97124
0832305561 $14.95 1-503-884-4960
A Heart For Healing: A Memoir Of The Life Of Elizabeth Campell Bickford is the
personal and
inherently fascinating story of Elizabeth Bickford, a nurse who served in the Army
Nurses Corps
during World War I, and later as a Public Health Nurse in a post-war America. Bickford's
dedication and concern for the welfare of others are well recorded in this astutely written
memoir
which was expertly compiled by Bickford's daughter - Clara Elizabeth Bickford
Halvorson. Very
highly recommended reading, A Heart For Healing is also available in a hardcover edition
(0832305-545, $29.95).
Memories Of The Heart
Warren Royer
Mayhaven Publishing
PO Box 557, Mahomet, IL 61853
1878044176 $17.95 1-217-586-4493
Memories Of The Heart: Rural Schools In Illinois is the thoughtful and recommended
memoir
Warren Rover focusing upon his personal memories of a childhood spent in attending in a
rural
school. Showcasing the experiences of both the students and the teachers in isolated areas
of
education, Memories Of The Heart is an uplifting and emotional reminiscence of the
power of
learning upon the formative years of our lives and especially rewarding reading for those
with an
interest in life the midwest of a "yesteryear" America.
Doolittle: Aerospace Visionary
Dik Alan Daso
Brassey, Inc.
22841 Quicksilver Dr., Dulles, VA 20166
www.brasseysinc.com
1574884204 $19.95 1-800-775-2518
Doolittle: Aerospace Visionary by biographer Dik Alan Daso is a close analysis of the
life of
famous World War II combat pilot James H. Doolittle. Yet the full range of his
achievements lie
far outside the war years; Jimmy Doolittle was the first person to complete a
transcontinental
United States flight in a single twenty-four hour period, and won trophies for his
record-breaking
high-speed flights. Doolittle's aviation skills, his thirst for adventure, his boundless
determination,
and his unabashed love and promotion of military and civilian aviation make for an
informative,
uplifting, and very highly recommended biographical profile.
I Am The Central Park Jogger
Trisha Meili
Scribners
1230 Avenue of Americas, NY, NY 10020
0743244370 $25.00 1-800-223-2336
In 1989 a young woman went for a job in New York's Central Park and was brutally
beaten and
left for dead. Her survival under nearly impossible odds and her recovery over the years
is charted
in I Am The Central Park Jogger, her strong memoir, which tells of her life before and
after the
encounter, and the long healing process she had to undertake.
The Metaphysical Studies
Shelf
The Blazing Star And The Jewish Kabbalah
William B. Greene
Ibis Press/Nicolas-Hays, Inc.
Red Wheel/Weiser, dist.
PO Box 1126, Berwick, ME 03901
0892540869 $14.95 nicolashays.com
Originally published in 1872, The Blazing Star And The Jewish Kabbalah by William B.
Greene is
a seminal study of the Kabbalah in terms of its applications beyond the realm of
Judeo-Christian
mysticism, as well as its role in the western mystery tradition including Rosicrucianism
and
Freemasonry. Exploring the symbolisms of Kabbalah with a meticulous and scholarly
dissection,
The Blazing Star And The Jewish Kabbalah transcends the century in which it was
written and
continues to be a relevant and enduring contribution to Metaphysical Studies with its
astute
insights and thoughtful explanations.
Spiritual Alliances
Emma Bragdon, Ph.D.
Lightening Up Press
S. J. Miller Communications (publicity)
PO Box 325, Woodstock, VT 05091
www.spiritualalliances.com
0962096032 $19.95 1-802-457-4915
Spiritual Alliances: Discovering The Roots Of Health At The Casa De Dom Inacio by
psychologist and alternative medicine expert Emma Bragdon looks at the spiritual healing
work of
Joao de Deus (John of God), who has applied his talent to people with AIDS, cancer, and
physical and emotional problems of all kinds. His healing center, the Casa de Dom Inacio
de
Loyola, welcomes people of all faiths and expects no payment for Joao's aid. Highly
recommended to students of metaphysics, spirituality, and alternative medicine, Spiritual
Alliances
explores the daily happenings at the Casa de Dom Inacio, and presents stirring
testimonies of
those who have been touched by spiritual healing.
The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
Curious Creatures - Wondrous Waifs
Ed Kostro
PublishAmerica
PO Box 151, Frederick, MD 21705-0151
1413701221 $19.95 publishamerica.com
Knowledgeably written by Ed Kostro (animal shelter volunteer, animal rights activist, and
published member of the Cat Writers' Association), Curious Creatures -- Wondrous
Waifs: My
Life With Animals is a compelling and informative look back on a life filled with close
observation
of nature's wild and wonderful creatures, ranging from eagles, moose, and raccoons to
pot-bellied
pigs and parakeets. Respect, wry humor, and thoughtful reflections upon the animal point
of view
combine to make for a thoroughly fascinating assortment of anecdotes from a true animal
lover.
Created Equal
Ernie Bringas
Hampton Roads Publishing Company
1125 Stoney Ridge Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902
1571743820 $13.95 1-800-766-8009
Ably written by United Methodist minister Ernie Bringas, Created Equal: A Case For The
Animal-Human Connection persuasively argues for the concept of animal-human
equality. For
millennia, the majority of human society has regarded animals as inferior, and used this
point of
view to justify unspeakable cruelty and exploitation. Created Equal explores a different
philosophy and path, the better to enlighten ourselves with respect to human/animal
relationships
and interdependencies, and to make the world a better place for all forms of life sharing
Planet
Earth.
Wildlife Care For Birds And Mammals
Dale Carlson & Irene Ruth, authors
Hope M. Douglas, M.A., illustrator
Bick Publishing House
307 Neck Road, Madison, CT 06443
1884158161 $59.70 bickpubhouse.com
Now in its third and updated edition, Wildlife Care For Birds And Mammals is a
straightforward,
how-to manual to care for and assist injured wild animals, written and presented by two
expert
and licensed wildlife rehabilitators, Dale Carlson and Irene Ruth. Direct and to-the-point
instructions, enhanced with black-and-white illustrations by Hope M. Douglas, showing
the reader
just what to do to help baby ducks, birds, opossums, rabbits, raccoons, and squirrels that
are lost,
injured, attacked by pets or otherwise in trouble. From treating wounds to care and
feeding and
procedures for release, Wildlife Care For Birds And Mammals is a very highly
recommended and
thoroughly "user friendly" guide.
Reptiles And Amphibians Of The Amazon
Richard D. Bartlett & Patricia Bartlett
University Press of Florida
15 Northwest 15th Street, Gainesville, FL 32611-2079
0813026237 $29.95 1-800-226-3822
A lengthy inset section of full-color photographs beautifully illustrates Reptiles And
Amphibians
Of The Amazon: An Ecotourist's Guide, which is a straightforward listing of species of
frog,
salamander, turtle, lizard, snake, and more. Each entry describes the species' appearance
(with a
note in regard to similar-looking species), habitat, reproductive cycle, and much more.
Reptiles
And Amphibians Of The Amazon an excellent catalogue and reference for field
identification.
Also very highly recommended is the Bartlett's A Field Guide To Florida Reptiles And
Amphibians (Gulf Publishing, 0884152774, $18.95).
Attracting Butterflies & Hummingbirds To Your Backyard
Sally Roth
Rodale Press
33 E. Minor St., Emmaus, PA 18098
0875968880 $16.95 www.rodale.com
This deserves ongoing mention as an outstanding survey of how gardens can attract
desired wild
birds and butterflies. From determining how native plants interact in the environment and
help
attract native visitors to understanding how to maintain a healthy environment, this comes
packed
with tips which blend gardening and wild animal management and observation.
The Beast That Walks Like Man
Harold McCracken
Roberts Rinehart Publishers
4501 Forbes Boulevard, Suite 200, Lanham, Maryland 20706
1570983941 $16.95 roberts-rinehart.com
Originally published in 1955, The Beast That Walks Like Man: The Story Of The Grizzly
Bear is
an enduring homage to the grizzly bear, and ranges from their role in Native American
myths; to
their first scientific classification in 1815; to their near-extinction in the lower forty-eight
states.
Informatively written by skilled hunter and wildlife expert Harold McCracken, (who once
brought
down a grizzly bear himself yet came to respect and admire these animals, as well as
mourn the
modern day threat of habitat destruction that may yet cause their end), The Beast That
Walks
Like Man is a very highly addition to Wildlife Studies reference collections.
The Library Science Shelf
Developing And Maintaining Practical Archives
Gregory S. Hunter
Neal-Schuman Publishers
100 William St., #2004 NY, NY 10038
1555704670 $65.00 neal-schuman.com
Developing And Maintaining Practical Archives is a thorough and professional quality
"how-to"
instruction manual to keeping corporate, academic, or community library archival records
so that
information retrieval is comprehensive, user friendly, "on demand", and best suited to the
needs of
a particular situation. From a walkthrough of how to properly conduct a survey; to
starting an
archival program; to security and disaster planning; to digital records, and so much more,
the
individual chapters deftly cover topics with an instructional text embedded with sound
practical
applications. Developing And Maintaining Practical Archives is a "must-read" for anyone
charged
with building or maintaining an archive.
Reading And The Reference Librarian
Juris Dilevko & Lisa Gottlieb
McFarland & Company
PO Box 611, Jefferson NC 28640
www.mcfarlandpub.com
0786416521 $45.00 1-800-253-2187
The collaborative effort of academicians Juris Dilevko and Lisa Gottlieb, Reading And
The
Reference Librarian collects survey information from reference librarians concerning
their own
reading habits with regard to fiction, nonfiction, periodicals, and more, in search of both
general
principles and specific incidents in which personal reading helps the librarian in
responding to a
library patron's request for information. Calling for the re-intellectualization of reference
librarianship in general, Reading And The Reference Librarian is a thoughtful and
critically
informative look at extensive reading as a way to prepare oneself for the demands of the
challenging vocation of being a corporate, academic, or community librarian.
The Needlecraft Shelf
Chunky Knits
Carolyn Clewer
North Light Books/F&W, dist.
4700 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
1581804466 $19.99 1-800-289-0963
Chunky Knits by knitting expert Carolyn Clewer presents the "do-it-yourself" needlecraft
enthusiast with fourteen quick and simple knitting projects that anyone can use to create
wool
sweaters, pull-overs and turtlenecks. Featuring thick rolls of yarn and a flair for creativity
as well
as practicality, Chunky Knits is enhanced throughout with full color photography and
extremely
detailed, step-by-step instructions ideal for knitters of all skill and experience levels.
Chunky Knits
an excellent and highly commended resource and reference for anyone looking to create
their own
homemade, hand-crafted, practical, and esthetically impressive needlecraft treasures.
Knitting In The Old Way
Priscilla A. Gibson-Roberts
Deborah Robson
Nomad Press/NBN, dist.
Box 484, Fort Collins, CO 80526-3665
www.drobson.info/nomad.htm
0966828925 $39.95 www.amazon.com
The collaborative project of needlecraft experts Priscilla A. Gibson-Roberts and Deborah
Robson,
this new and expanded edition of Knitting In The Old Way: Designs & Techniques From
Ethnic
Sweaters aptly teaches hand crafted knitting strategies and techniques that revolve around
watching the fabric on one's needles; creating one's own designs; problem solving for
difficulties
with patterns; and diverse tips, tricks, and techniques for creating clothing that fits well.
15 master
plans, 85 sweater examples, and over 230 charts for color, texture, and inspiration
enhance this
detailed, illustrated, and easy-to-follow reference. A welcome addition to any needlecraft
reference shelf, the very simple diagrams in particular are a crowning touch to this guide
brimming
from cover to cover with classic and time-tested techniques.
Plentiful Possibilities
Lynda Milligan & Nancy Smith
C&T Publishing
1651 Challenge Dr, Concord, CA 94520
1571202145 $27.95 1-800-284-1114
The collaborative effort of quilting experts Lynda Milligan and Nancy Smith, Plentiful
Possibilities: A Timeless Treasury Of 16 Terrific Quilts, offers quilting enthusiasts with
easy-to-follow patterns for the creation of sixteen eye-catching homemade quilts.
Diagrams,
traceable patterns, carefully worded, presented, and illustrated instructions make Plentiful
Possibilities a wonderfully useful, accessible, and creative source book for novice and
experienced
quilt makers everywhere.
Once Upon A Quilt
Margret Aldrich, editor
Voyageur Press
123 N. Second St, Stillwater MN 55082
www.voyageurpress.com
089658030X $29.95 1-800-888-9653
Compiled and edited quilting expert Margret Aldrich, Once Upon A Quilt: A Scrapbook
Of
Quilting Past And Present shares with quilting enthusiasts an impressively eclectic variety
of
engaging stories about many quilts past and present. Full-color photographs and artwork
wonderfully illustrate this engaging discourse on the history of quilting in America, and
features
something for everyone who enjoys learning about, making, or admiring quilts. A
foundational
work and a joy to share, Once Upon A Quilt is an enthusiastically recommended addition
to any
personal or community library Needlecraft reference collection or reading list.
The Quilted Cross
J. Michelle Watts
American Quilter's Society
PO Box 3290, Paducah, KY 42002-3290
1574328328 $18.95 www.aqsquilt.com
In The Quilted Cross, quilting expert J. Michelle Watts showcases over thirty-two cross
patterns
for patchwork, applique, embroidery, and quilting, in the form of easy-to-assemble
quilting
blocks. Useable with various color combinations, The Quilted Cross is an excellent
supplemental
resource for avid quilters and packed with explicit and easy-to-follow directions for all
manner of
cross designs. No dedicated quilting enthusiast's personal collection can be considered
complete
without the inclusion of The Quilted Cross.
Quilting The Great Outdoors
Debbie Field
Landauer Books
12251 Maffitt Road, Cumming, IA 50061
1890621609 $19.95 1-800-557-2144
Quilting The Great Outdoors is a collection of inspirational quilt projects that evoke an
outdoors
atmosphere. Skilled quilt designer Debbie Field offers needlecraft enthusiasts full-sized
patterns
and instructions for quilts, wall hangings, appliqued wildlife blocks, enhanced simple
illustrated
instructions. Indeed, more than 140 full color photographs enhance this fun and useful
supplemental specialty resource which is especially recommended to the attention of the
more
adventurous quilter!
Knit One, Felt Too
Kathleen Taylor
Storey Books
210 Mass MoCA Way, North Adams, MA 01247
1580174973 $18.95 storeybooks.com
Knowledgeably written by knitting expert Kathleen Taylor who has contributed more
than 500
articles and reviews to craft magazines, Knit One, Felt Too: Discover The Magic Of
Knitted Felt
With 25 Easy Patterns offers an impressive series needlecraft patterns for accessories one
can
create with knitted felt. These wonderful patterns require nothing more than wool yarn,
simple
stitches, large needles, and the opportunity to place knitted pieces in the washer in order
to turn
them into fabulous felt creations. Full color illustrations enhance the meticulous
row-by-row
instructions, in addition to a wealth of handy tips filling the pages this easy-to-follow
guide to a
new style of treasured handmade needlecraft creations.
The Quilter's Companion
Katharine Guerrier
Creative Publishing International
18705 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen, MN 55317-9384
1589232437 $29.95 creativepub.com
The Quilter's Companion: The Complete Guide To Machine And Hand Quilting by
quilting
instructor and needlecraft expert Katharine Guerrier is a broad-ranging sourcebook
covering
contemporary and traditional quilting designs, techniques for cutting, stitching, and
applique,
sashing, borders, finishment, embellishings, tips on the display and care of quilts, and
much more.
Logically organized and accessibly presented, featuring gorgeous full-color photographs,
The
Quilter's Companion is a truly first-rate resource, introduction, and guide to the respected
tradition and art form of quilt crafting. Also very highly recommended are Katharine
Guerrier's
two previous quilting books: Quilting Masterclass and The Encyclopedia Of Quilting And
Patchwork Techniques.
Quiltmaking By Hand
Jinny Beyer
Breckling Press
124 North York Road, #266, Elmhurst, IL 60126
097212182X $27.95 1-800-951-7836
Beautifully illustrated throughout with full color photographs, and knowledgeably written
by an
expert quilter Jinny Beyer, Quiltmaking By Hand: Simple Stitches, Exquisite Quits is an
extraordinary collection of grids, ideas, patterns, suggestions, tips, tricks, techniques and
more for
avid hand-quilters. An extensive all-in-one sourcebook for quilters of all skill and
experience
levels, as gorgeous to look at as it is easy to work from. Also very highly recommended
for the
needlecraft enthusiast are two other specialty titles from Breckling Press: SimpleChic:
Designer
Knits, SuperQuick! (0972121811, $24.95) and Folded Flowers: Fabric Origami With A
twist Of
Silk Ribbon (0972121803, $29.95).
The Complete Idiot's Guide To Knitting And Crocheting Illustrated
Barbara Breiter & Gail Diven
Alpha Books/Penguin Group
201 West 103rd St, Indianapolis IN 46290
1592570895 $16.95 idiotsguides.com
Collaboratively written by Barbara Breiter and Gail Diven, and now an updated and
expanded
second edition, The Complete Idiot's Guide To Knitting And Crocheting Illustrated is a
simply
superb introduction specifically designed for the novice seeking to create and complete
practical
and beautiful knitting and crocheting projects. Black and white diagrams explicitly
portray
step-by-step instructions, which are written in a completely "user friendly",
down-to-earth style
which leave no detail out. Tips on what to avoid, easy ways to check one's gauge and
keep the
pattern in line, and so much more pack this first-rate, highly recommended needlecraft
guide to
knitting and crocheting.
The Health/Medical Shelf
Racing To A Cure
Neil Ruzic
University of Illinois Press
1325 South Oak Street, Champaign, IL 61820-6975
www.press.uillinois.edu
0252028678 $24.95 1-800-545-4703
Racing To A Cure is the personal memoir of Neil Ruzic, a former scientific magazine
publisher
and originator of a science center, who in 1998 was diagnosed with mantle-cell
lymphoma, a
deadly cancer of the lymph system. Even though he was expected to die within two years
of being
diagnosed, five years later he has been declared cancer free. Neil attributes his cure to his
innovation and persistence; rather than rely on chemotherapy and radiation treatment,
which
is
notorious in frequently being ineffective for long-term cures, he pursued cures that were
being
developed in the nation's cancer-research laboratories. Racing To A Cure presents Neil's
discoveries in a harshly analytical light, attacking other "chemo culture" and unscientific
"alternative" therapies while presenting the virtues and successes of state-of-the-art
molecularly
based technologies. Racing To A Cure is "must" reading for anyone having to deal with
cancer in
their lives or the lives of their loved ones.
The Sick House Survival Guide
Angela Hobbs
New Society Publishers
PO Box 189, Gabriola Island, British Columbia, V0R 1X0, Canada
0865714851 $18.95 newsociety.com
The Sick House Survival Guide: Simple Steps To Healthier Homes by Angela Hobbs
(herself a
recovered victim of indoor pollution and a home environment safety activist) is an
informed and
informative guideline to various aspects of a typical American home that can aggravate
environmentally hypersensitive individuals -- estimated to be more than 15% of all North
Americans. Recommending ways to avoid, circumvent, or otherwise reduce specific
aspects of
modern technology that can have a negative impact upon individual health (such as too
much
exposure to EMFs, impure air or tap water, irritant-causing synthetic fabrics, etc.), The
Sick
House Survival Guide is an extremely practical, "user friendly" work for organizing
balance and
living healthier without necessarily retreating to a technology-bereft lifestyle.
Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tammi Shlotzhauer & James McGuire
The Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 N. Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21218
www.press.jhu.edu
0801876214 $21.95 1-800-537-5487
Now in an updated and expanded second edition, Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis by
Tammi L.
Shlotzhauer (Clinical Instructor of Medicine at the University of Rochester Medical
Center and
Practicing Rheumatologist at Rheumatology Associates of Rochester) and James L.
McGuire
(Chairman of the Department of Medicine at Mount Auburn Hospital, Cambridge,
Massachusetts)
is a large print compendium of the latest information on Rheumatoid Arthritis concerning
the
diagnosis, treatment, and daily life (from special diets to possible alternative therapies
and more)
with this troublesome and painful disease. Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis
informatively
presents its facts in terms and text ideal for the non-specialist general reader, yet without
glossing
over specific issues, problems, medicines, or other challenges facing rheumatoid arthritis
sufferers.
Simply put -- this is a work of superb medical scholarship and Living With Rheumatoid
Arthritis
should be on the shelves and available to the patrons of every community library system
in this
country.
Dental Care and Oral Health Sourcebook
Amy Sutton, Editor
Omnigraphics
615 Griswold St., Detroit, MI 48226
0780806344 $78.00 1-800-234-1340
Basic information about oral health and dental care has been updated for this second
edition of
Omnigraphic's Dental Care And Oral Health Sourcebook, including reviews of such
common
problems as bad breath, gum disease, dry mouth and oral cancers. Medical data on
implants and
crowns are also included, along with updates on current research, making Dental Care
And Oral
Health Sourcebook an invaluable consumer's health reference.
When Your Pain Flares Up
Fairview Health Services
Fairview Press
2450 Riverside Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55454-1400
1577491203 $10.95 1-800-544-8207
When Your Pain Flares Up: Easy, Proven Techniques For Managing Chronic Pain by the
Fairview
Health Services staff is a straightforward, "user friendly" guide to dealing with chronic
pain.
Guidelines to simple techniques such as breathing exercises, muscle relaxation, proper
exercise, as
well as therapies such as acupressure, hand massage, cold and hot packs, and more,
combine to
insure that When Your Pain Flares Up is an excellent and strongly recommended "how
to" manual
for seeking chronic pain relief without relying heavily on medical prescription or
over-the-counter
pain-killing drugs.
Fear Cancer No More
Mauris L. Emeka
Apollo Publishing International
PO Box 1937, Port Orchard, WA 98366
0964012561 $11.95 cancernomore.com
Fear Cancer No More by Mauris L. Emeka is a well-researched, ably written,
"do-it-yourself"
instructional guide to preventative "back to basics" health measures that anyone and
everyone
should follow to reduce their risk of falling prey to this terrible and ravaging disease.
From
keeping one's immune system healthy; to the power of deep green foods; to the
importance of
vitamin B-17, and so much more, Fear Cancer No More is an excellent and highly
recommended
supplemental advice guide for non-specialist general readers in maintaining their overall
"cancer
free" state of physical health and wellness.
The Duct Tape Diet
Leonard Malysz & Theresa Malysz, RD
Drivetime Publishing
PO Box 80246, Rochester MI 48308-0246
www.ducttapediet.com
0964361000 $14.95 1-248-652-9288
Registered dietitian and nutritionist Theresa Malysz presents The Duct Tape Diet, a
weight-loss
plan that relies on its followers eating more often and never skipping a meal, while
improving the
healthful quality of their food choices, always keeping hunger at bay, carefully selecting
lower
calorie foods, keeping up a solid exercise regimen, and overall shedding pounds to look
and feel
better. The Duct Tape Diet is a solid, practical, and unusually "user friendly" approach to
taking
weight off and keeping it off.
Brawn
Stuart McRobert
CS Publishing Ltd.
PO Box 1002, Connell, WA 99326
9963616089 $19.95 hardgainer.com
Now in an updated and expanded second edition, Brawn by body-building and
weight-training
expert Stuart McRobert is a no-nonsense, "user friendly" instructional guide to
bodybuilding and
weight training for improved personal health, physical fitness, and physique sculpturing.
Extensively discussing a variety of training approaches and problems, as well as
addressing injury
prevention and other safety concerns, Brawn is a superb and enthusiastically
recommended
guideline to forming a personal plan of "do-it-yourself" physical self-improvement and
fitness
enhancement.
The Diabetes Handbook
Ruth E. Lundstrom & Aldo A. Rossini
Jones & Bartlett Publishers
40 Tall Pine Drive, Sudbury, MA 01776
076372386X $18.95 www.jbpub.com
Sporting a spiral binding so that it can lay flat for easy reference, The Diabetes Handbook
is the
collaborative effort of Diabetes Nurse Practitioner and Certified Diabetes Educator Ruth
E.
Lundstrom and Dr. Aldo A. Rossini (The William and Doris Krupp Professor of
Medicine and
Chief of the Division of Diabetes at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and
UMass
Memorial Medical Center), and a highly practical and useful living tool. Individual
chapters relate
basic issues directly affecting the lives of diabetics and how to best keep the condition
under
control with proper diet and exercise. Simple, friendly cartoon illustrations enhance and
illustrate
the solid medical advice for people of all ages who have themselves (or know of a loved
one) with
this life threatening but medically treatable condition of diabetes.
Nutrition Logic
Marie Dunford, Ph.D., RD
Pink Robin Publishing
KSB Promotions (publicity)
PO Box 307, Kingsburg, CA 93631
0972988807 $17.95 nutritionlogic.com
Registered dietician and full-time writer and nutrition educator Marie Dunford draws
upon her
extensive experience and expertise in Nutrition Logic: Food First, Supplements Second, a
straightforward and thoroughly "user friendly" guide that emphasizes the body's
nutritional needs
as the key to following a healthy and slimming diet. Packed from cover to cover with
invaluable,
practical, authoritative, accessible information in order to help the reader make an
educated
choice concerning whether nutritional supplements are necessary to one's personal diet,
Nutrition
Logic is a sound, enlightening resource and strongly recommended reading for anyone
seeking to
enhance their health and well-being with nutritionally sound judgement.
"Your Legs Are Too Long"
Deborah Kathryn Hargis, Ed.D.
Allbright Publishers
8725 Roswell Road, Suite O, #174, Atlanta, GA 30350
www.AllbrightPublish.com
0971954100 $19.95 1-800-283-3802
"Your Legs Are Too Long": Getting Beyond Excuses For Erectile Dysfunction by
psychologist
Deborah Kathryn Hargis is a informative collection of illustrative "case studies"
concerning the
condition of male erectile dysfunction. Offering a realistic look at the medical,
psychological, and
marital issues of this condition which has an influence upon millions of men and women,
"Your
Legs Are To Long" offers both age-old and contemporary viewpoints on what is 90% of
the time
caused primarily by physical problems which can often be successfully treated by a
physician.
Indeed, the major problem is that the seeking of such medical assistance does not come
easily to
many afflicted men. "Your Legs Are Too Long" is very highly recommended to any
non-specialist
general reader having to deal with the problems arising from a condition of erectile
dysfunction.
The Literary Shelf
The Labors Of Aeneas
Rose Williams
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers
1000 Brown Street, Unit 101, Wauconda, IL 60084
0865165564 $11.50 bolchazy.com
A most enjoyable and readable presentation, The Labors Of Aeneas: What A Pain It Was
To
Found The Roman Race by Rose Williams is an impressive retelling of Vergil's Latin
epic of
"Aeneid". Completely faithful to the facts of literature and legend, yet much more
lighthearted in
tone, The Labors Of Aeneas offers a wry summary and twist on classic Latin literature,
with
in-jokes sure to appeal to dedicated scholars as well as non-specialist general readers with
an
interest in classic Greco-Roman literature.
Huck Finn & Tom Sawyer Among The Indians
Mark Twain & Lee Nelson
Council Press/Cedar Fort
925 No. Main St, Springville, UT 84663
www.cedarfort.com
1555176801 $18.95 1-800-388-3727
Huck Finn & Tom Sawyer Among The Indians presents a manuscript, written by
American
literary legend Mark Twain, written as a sequel to his classic novel "The Adventures of
Huckleberry Finn" but which was left unfinished - in the middle of a climactic
confrontation, no
less. Long after Mark Twain's passing, ardent fan and scholar Lee Nelson gained approval
of the
Mark Twain Foundation (who were the legal holders of the copyright to Mark Twain's
unfinished
work), and finished the story with a flavor and a style as close to the feel of the original
author, as
well as an abiding hope that Mark Twain himself would approve even if modern-day
literary
scholars did not. The result is a fantastic adventure story, that revisits Huck, Tom, and
Jim - when
a group of Sioux Indians commits murder and kidnaping, Huck and Tom must mount a
rescue to
save the surviving victims, including Jim himself. Huck Finn & Tom Sawyer Among The
Indians
is an absolute "must-read" for anyone who enjoyed Mark Twain's original Huckleberry
Finn
classic.
World Authors 1995-2000
Clifford Thompson & Mari Rich, editors
H.W. Wilson Company
950 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452
0824210328 $150.00 1-800-367-6770
Expertly organized and edited by Clifford Thompson and Mari Rich, World Authors
1995-2000
offers accurate accounts of contemporary writers' lives and works, including critical
responses and
biographies. Covering 326 authors worldwide including novelists, playwrights, poets,
essayists,
historians, biographers, critics, and others, all arranged in alphabetical order, World
Authors
1995-2000 is an excellent, broad-ranging resource. Each author was selected on the basis
of
literary merit, popularity, and (in the case of foreign writers) accessibility to
English-language
readers. A black-and-white photograph of each author precedes their biographical entry,
which is
also supplemented with a suggested reading list of works.
The Useable Past
K. S. Brown & Yannis Hamilakis, editors
Lexington Books
4720 Boston Way, Lanham, MD 20706
www.lexingtonbooks.com
0739103849 $26.95 1-800-462-6420
Knowledgeably co-edited by academicians Keith S. Brown and Yannis Hamilakis, The
Useable
Past is a collaboratively compiled collection of essays by eleven learned scholars of
history,
archaeology, and anthropology concerning historic rituals, building styles, and traditions
of Greek
identity. Examining closely the conflicts between "official" and "unofficial" narratives of
the past,
as well as diverse interpretations of history directly influence the modern day, The
Useable Past is
an insightful and scholarly work revealing not only document aspects of Hellenic history,
but the
flexibility of the human psyche as characteristic of the human condition today as it was in
the days
of Greek antiquity.
Barrier Of A Common Language
Dana Gioia
University of Michigan Press
Box 1104, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-1104
0472065823 $16.95 press.umich.edu
In Barrier Of A Common Language: An American Looks At Contemporary British
Poetry, Dana
Gioia (poet, literary critic, and Chairman of the National Endowment for the Art) has
assembled
insightful and informative essays on British poets and poetry over the past two decades.
A
scholarly compilation of such varied topics as the growing disconnect between British
and
American poetry; fading traditions in poetic literature; and in-depth analysis of modern
works, fill
the pages of this astute and superbly presented anthology of criticism. Barrier Of A
Common
Language is a welcome and seminal contribution to academic library British Literature &
Poetry
reference collections and reading lists.
Hesperus/Trafalgar Square, dist.
PO Box 257, Howe Hill Road, North Pomfret, VT 5053
$12.00 Each www.amazon.com
Continuing its program of publishing lesser-known literary works by famous writers, this
publisher's latest additions provide important new guides for literary collections seeking
in-depth
coverage. Thomas Hardy's Fellow-Townsmen (184-3910381) tells of old friends and
cruel twists
of fate; Katherine Mansfield's In A German Pension (1843910411) tells of a spa attendee
forced
to acknowledge her countrymens' prejudices; Nathaniel Hawthorne's Rappaccini's
Daughter
(184391-0357) tells of a beautiful garden, beautiful woman and deadly secrets; Pietro
Aretino's
School Of Whoredom (1843910365) tells of a Roman prostitute's teachings to her young
daughter; Joris-Karl Huysmans' With The Flow (1843910500) tells of a government clerk
overwhelmed by the pettiness of life; Heinrich von Kleist's Marquise Of O (1843910543)
tells of a
young widow pregnant under mysterious circumstances, and Stendahl's Memoirs Of An
Egotist
(1843910403) offers the writer's thumbnail sketches of the 1820s. All are lively reads,
recommended for in-depth coverages of literary figures' works.
The Education Shelf
The Motivated School
Alan McLean
Paul Chapman Publishing
c/o Sage Publications Inc.
2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
0761943854 $29.95 www.sagepub.com
The Motivated School by psychologist and academician Alan McLean critically examines
the key
importance of motivational mindset with regard to its impact on a student's ability to
learn.
Demonstrating how to better create solid learning environments, with real-life suggestions
to help
teachers work with listless students, The Motivated School is a practical, applicable
resource
emphasizing effective techniques for classroom teachers and academic mentors in
encouraging
and bringing out the very best in their student's potential.
Teaching Thinking
Robert Fisher
The Continuum Publishing Group
370 Lexington Ave, NY, NY 10017-6550
www.continuumbooks.com
0826468055 $29.95 1-800-561-7704
Now in an updated and expanded second edition, Teaching Thinking is a guide to using
classroom
discussion to promote student learning and literacy. Author Robert Fisher (Professor of
Education
at Brunel University) offers an easily accessible wealth of ideas to facilitate philosophical
discussion, to present contexts for moral education, to improving the quality of critical
thinking,
and more. A welcomed resource and a useful tool, Teaching Thinking is especially
commended to
the attention of classroom teachers at the secondary school and collegiate levels of
instruction.
Improving Student Learning
Lee Jenkins
Quality Press
600 North Plankinton Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203
087389569X $3
