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Wynne's War: A Novel
by Aaron GwynA cultish commander&’s secret mission on horseback through Afghanistan &“echoes adrenalized silver-screen war stories like Three Kings and The Hurt Locker&” (The New York Times). When Cpl. Elijah Russell rescues an Arabian horse during a firefight in northern Iraq, the young army ranger&’s heroism and superb equestrian skill catch the attention of Capt. Carson Wynne. The commander is preparing a secret mission in eastern Afghanistan that requires a soldier of such skill and courage. Now, Russell is in charge of training an elite special forces unit of Green Berets to ride horses through treacherous mountain terrain. But as they press further into enemy territory, the nature of the operation only becomes more mysterious. Russell grows suspicious of Captain Wynne&’s secrecy and the cult-like loyalty he commands. Soon he will be forced to confront an impossible choice—stand up for his beliefs or follow his commander into hell. &“A hard-eyed depiction of modern warfare . . . Gwyn&’s novel is rich in equestrian and military detail . . . it&’d take wild horses to pull you away.&” —Entertainment Weekly &“A gripping tale of men at war in the desolate snow-capped mountains of eastern Afghanistan . . . [Wynne&’s War] captures the essence of close combat—the terror, excitement, chaos, tension, and cruelty, as well as the harsh decisions men make under stress.&” —Publishers Weekly, starred review &“The book pulsates with a verisimilitude that places readers in the war-torn mountains of Afghanistan. . . . Many folks have wondered when American authors would begin producing memorable fiction about the Iraq-Afghanistan wars; with this well-researched, heart-pounding novel, Gwyn stakes his claim.&” —Library Journal
Dinner in Minutes: Memorable Meals for Busy Cooks
by Linda GassenheimerA James Beard Award–winning collection of elegant, healthful meals that can be ready in 45 minutes or less—from the popular syndicated food columnist. There is plenty of inspiration to rescue weekday fare from the doldrums in this eclectic collection of more than 250 recipes and 80 dinner menus, each one featuring an entrée and one or two simple side dishes. Though recipes like Hot and Spicy Stir-Fried Shrimp and Pickled Carrot Salad and ethnic specialties like Chinese Garlic Steak and Oriental Peanut Noodles don&’t sound like fast food, each one can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Linda Gassenheimer provides complete shopping lists for each menu and a simple timetable for preparation—along with meal planning strategies, helpful cooking tips, and wine recommendations. &“What so many books promote (and often fall short of) this book delivers.&” —The Arizona Daily Star
The Goda War
by Deborah ChesterOne man and one woman are locked in battle for control of a terrifying weapon . . . in this novel from the &“masterful&” national bestselling author (Extrapolations). For eons, countless races have feared the godas—planet-sized doomsday machines that could destroy all time and space. But no one has ever dared unleash their awesome powers. Until now. Brock, dire-lord of the Held, is the only man alive who knows where the godas are hidden. As his empire crumbles, he vows to activate the godas—no matter what the cost. But Brock has a rival: Col. Kezi Falmah-Al of the ruthless Colonids. She too seeks the godas, to further her dreams of conquest. So begins the Goda War. Now, not even the stars are safe . . . Originally published under the name Jay D. Blakeney
Puzzle for Pilgrims (The Peter Duluth Mysteries #6)
by Patrick QuentinIn this mystery from an Edgar Award–winning author, sleuth Peter Duluth must overcome his own demons as he investigates a case south of the border (Kirkus Reviews). Patrick Quentin, best known for the Peter Duluth puzzle mysteries, also penned outstanding detective novels from the 1930s through the 1960s under other pseudonyms, including Q. Patrick and Jonathan Stagge. Anthony Boucher wrote: &“Quentin is particularly noted for the enviable polish and grace which make him one of the leading American fabricants of the murderous comedy of manners; but this surface smoothness conceals intricate and meticulous plot construction as faultless as that of Agatha Christie.&” Returning from World War II, Broadway big shot Peter Duluth thought he and his wife, Iris, could simply resume the life they had before. He was wrong. Peter is carrying some heavy baggage from his time in the service, and the weight is more than Iris can bear. By the time the detective gets back to his old self, Iris is gone. Following his wife to Mexico, he discovers she&’s fallen for someone else. But Peter isn&’t about to give up and go home. He&’s going to stay and fight for her. To win this battle, Peter will have to investigate the murder of Iris&’s lover&’s wife, become entangled with the man&’s depraved family—and face the possibility that the love of his life may a cold-blooded killer . . .
Bandit Love (The Alligator Mysteries #3)
by Massimo CarlottoPI Marco “the Alligator” Buratti returns in a thriller from the author whose “brand of crime writing is tougher than even the toughest American noir” (Josh Bazell, national bestselling author).Massimo Carlotto has been described as “the reigning king of Mediterranean noir” (Boston Phoenix), “about as gritty as they come” (The New York Times), and “the best living Italian crime writer” (Il Manifesto). Now, he gives his American readers his most memorable character yet: ex-con turned private investigator Marco Buratti, a.k.a. the Alligator.Closing the door on a crime-ridden past, Buratti plans to spend the rest of his days in the darkness of a seedy nightclub sipping Calvados and listening to the blues. But things don’t quite work out as he planned: though he may be through with his past, his past isn’t through with him. When his gangster friend Beniamino Rossini’s girlfriend is kidnapped, Buratti is forced to investigate a case of international drug dealing. He will be thrown headfirst into the underworld he has struggled to escape. In the world of Massimo Carlotto’s fiction, new and old criminal organizations collide and innocent bystanders are as hard to find as honest cops.“A cocktail of mystery and romanticism, a novel in which there are no real heroes and no signs of redemption. In short, classic Carlotto.” —Rolling Stone (Italy)“A gripping novel that can be read on different levels, as a breathtakingly dark noir novel or as a means of penetrating reality. These two levels magically blend in Massimo Carlotto’s books.” —Il Manifesto“The setting is beautifully—if grimly—realized. La dolce vita it ain’t—but this is top-notch Mediterranean noir.” —Kirkus Reviews
Return to the Scene (The Lieutenant Trant Mysteries)
by Q. PatrickA woman&’s hateful ex is murdered in Bermuda, in this mystery by the Edgar Award–winning author who wrote the Peter Duluth Mysteries as Patrick Quentin. Patrick Quentin, best known for the Peter Duluth puzzle mysteries, also penned outstanding detective novels from the 1930s through the 1960s under other pseudonyms, including Q. Patrick and Jonathan Stagge. Anthony Boucher wrote: &“Quentin is particularly noted for the enviable polish and grace which make him one of the leading American fabricants of the murderous comedy of manners; but this surface smoothness conceals intricate and meticulous plot construction as faultless as that of Agatha Christie.&” After three years away, Kay Winyard must return to Bermuda to stop her young niece from wedding wealthy Ivor Drake. Her family sees the marriage as a boon to their sagging fortunes. But Kay knows his true nature from her own dalliance with the man. After she left him, he married another woman—whom he abused, tormented, and drove to suicide out of pure malice. Before Kay can convince her family of the truth, Ivor ends up dead from suspicious causes. Apparently, Kay was not alone in her feelings toward the man. But just because the victim was despised doesn&’t mean the killer can simply get away with it . . .
Brotherhood of the Skies: Wartime Experiences of a Gunnery Officer and Typhoon Pilot
by David InceA British fighter pilot recounts his battles—in both wartime and peacetime. David Ince only managed to pass the RAF medical board on his third attempt—but this did not stop him from forging a highly successful aviation career. After flying Hurricanes and Mustangs at 41 OTU, he converted to Typhoons and flew with squadrons 193 and 257, from Normandy until the end of the conflict in Europe. He completed almost 150 sorties, and also took a leading part in trials, demonstrations, and the early operational use of napalm. In Brotherhood of the Skies, he recounts his story: his childhood as the son of a Great War veteran, moving from a farm to the squalid city of Glasgow; his determination to overcome obstacles in order to join the Royal Air Force; and his coming to terms after the war with his anger toward the enemy, as he went into the aircraft industry and formed relationships with ex-Luftwaffe pilots during peacetime. An outspoken examination of courage, fear, team spirit, and motivation—as well as a highly informed analysis of army cooperation, fighter ground attack, reconnaissance, and other topics—this is an intriguing memoir by a pilot and leader, filled with personal experience and hard lessons learned.
Desert Solitaire: A Season In The Wilderness
by Edward AbbeyThis memoir of life in the American desert by the author of The Monkey Wrench Gang is a nature writing classic on par with Rachel Carson&’s Silent Spring. In Desert Solitaire, Edward Abbey recounts his many escapades, adventures, and epiphanies as an Arches National Park ranger outside Moab, Utah. Brimming with arresting insights, impassioned arguments for wilderness conservation, and a raconteur&’s wit, it is one of Abbey&’s most critically acclaimed works. Through stories and philosophical musings, Abbey reflects on the condition of our remaining wilderness, the future of a civilization, and his own internal struggle with morality. As the world continues its rapid development, Abbey&’s cry to maintain the natural beauty of the West remains just as relevant today as when this book first appeared in 1968.
Eleventh Hour: A Tudor mystery featuring Christopher Marlowe (The Kit Marlowe Mysteries #8)
by M. J. TrowChristopher Marlowe plays the role of sleuth to discover who killed the queen&’s spymaster in this &“bawdy, witty . . . historically informed&” Elizabethan mystery (Kirkus Reviews). April, 1590. When the queen&’s spymaster, Sir Francis Walsingham, dies of a stroke, the sudden event leaves a dangerous power vacuum in her majesty&’s court. Walsingham&’s former right-hand man, Nicholas Faunt, believes he was poisoned. And he calls upon the poet and playwright Christopher &“Kit&” Marlowe to discover who killed him. To get to the bottom of this perplexing mystery, Kit must consult England&’s leading scientists and thinkers. But as he questions the members of the so-called School of Night, the playwright-turned-spy becomes convinced that at least one of them is hiding a deadly secret. If he is to outwit the most enquiring minds in Europe and unmask the killer within, Kit must devise an impossibly ingenious plan. Good thing he has a knack for formulating plots. &“As always, Trow provides fascinating period authenticity, a crackling plot, strong characters, and plenty of twists.&” —Booklist
Mommy Memoirs: A Hilarious and Heartwarming Look at the Trials and Triumphs of Being a Mom (Mj Faith Ser.)
by Ann Van WaterHow a wannabe perfect mom hit the wall of reality—hard. A funny, relatable, and spiritual look at the unforgettable journey of motherhood. Mommy Memoirs is a delightful journey from pregnancies and births to marriages and a hysterectomy! There are few stones left unturned as author Ann Van De Water describes her hectic life as a mother of three boys in short read-it-and-run stories that will have her audience laughing out loud one minute and grabbing tissues the next. These true-to-life experiences filled with humor, tenderness, practicality, and joy, written by a been-there-done-that mom, will have other moms and grandmothers reminiscing and expectant moms anticipating their own adventures. All will come away knowing they are not alone on their journey through motherhood. &“Reading Ann&’s book was like dipping my cup into a well of stories filled with the authentic trials and triumphs of motherhood.&” —Jill Kelly, author of Without a Word &“I have been laughing my head off as I read Ann&’s anecdotes about raising her three sons . . . I found so many stories that I could relate to, from &‘letting down&’ in public (breastfeeding moms know exactly what I mean) to struggling to find a last-minute Halloween costume. I encourage all mothers and moms-to-be to read Ann Van De Water&’s Mommy Memoirs. You&’ll learn that you don&’t have to be perfect to be the best mom for your kids!&” —Susan M. Heim, parenting author and Chicken Soup for the Soul editor, susanheim.blogspot.com
But the Doctor Died (The John J. Malone Mysteries #13)
by Craig RiceA Chicago lawyer gets swept up in a conspiracy of spies, double-crosses, brainwashing, and murder. Defense attorney John J. Malone may be a habitué of Windy City dive bars, but he&’s never lost his balance—until now. Not only is he shaken by the contract killing of his latest client, but one of his best friends, socialite Helene Justus, is turning into a complete stranger. At the urging of a mysterious old college chum, the job-phobic heiress has suddenly taken a low-level position at a top-secret chemical research lab. What&’s more, Helene is spending her mornings on the couch of an esteemed hypnotherapist. It&’s confusing as hell to her husband, Jake. To Malone, too. The last time he saw Helene she had no idea who he was. Now it&’s up to Malone to shed some light on the shadows of Helene&’s secret life. Somebody&’s playing mind games—and the power of suggestion is turning Helene into its most dangerous pawn. &“Almost everything that happens in one of [Rice&’s] . . . novels is completely off the wall. To Rice, reality was truly just a concept; a weird and wonderful playground where her imagination could romp around unfettered&” (Thrilling Detective).
The Money Queen's Guide: For Women Who Want to Build Wealth and Banish Fear
by Cary CarbonaroStart working on your financial independence, with help from the Money Queen! Named one of the &“Top 10 Books to Make You Rich&” by Daily Worth Are you a material girl? The truth is that, as women, we all have a unique relationship with money. We strive for financial security to support our family, ensure we can retire comfortably, create independence separate from our partners, and along the way, buy some nice purses. As much as we are motivated to make money, we often do not consider the crucial relationship between what we do today and how it will impact our life tomorrow. Covering life stages from your Roaring Twenties and Thrifty Thirties all the way to your (hopefully) Smooth Sixties and beyond, The Money Queen&’s Guide will work to guide you through each of these financial decades and provide insight and detailed guidance into the steps you can take, and the decisions you should make to build a financially responsible future. Financial security is an exciting journey we can take together. So pack your purse and get ready for the ride . . .
Train Go Sorry: Inside a Deaf World
by Leah Hager CohenA &“remarkable and insightful&” look inside a New York City school for the deaf, blending memoir and history (The New York Times Book Review). Leah Hager Cohen is part of the hearing world, but grew up among the deaf community. Her Russian-born grandfather had been deaf—a fact hidden by his parents as they took him through Ellis Island—and her father served as superintendent at the Lexington School for the Deaf in Queens. Young Leah was in the minority, surrounded by deaf culture, and sometimes felt like she was missing the boat—or in the American Sign Language term, &“train go sorry.&” Here, the award-winning writer looks back on this experience and also explores a pivotal moment in deaf history, when scientific advances and cultural attitudes began to shift and collide—in a unique mix of journalistic reporting and personal memoir that is &“a must-read&” (Chicago Sun-Times). &“The history of the Lexington School for the Deaf, the oldest school of its kind in the nation, comes alive with Cohen&’s vivid descriptions of its students and administrators. The author, who grew up at the school, follows the real-life events of Sofia, a Russian immigrant, and James, a member of a poor family in the Bronx, as well as members of her own family both past and present who are intimately associated with the school. Cohen takes special pride in representing the views of the deaf community—which are sometimes strongly divided—in such issues as American Sign Language (ASL) vs. oralism, hearing aids vs. cochlear implants, and mainstreaming vs. special education. The author&’s lively narrative includes numerous conversations translated from ASL . . . a one-of-a-kind book.&” —Library Journal &“Throughout the book, Cohen focuses on two students whose Russian and African American roots exemplify the school&’s increasingly diverse population . . . beautifully written.&” —Booklist
Gift Wrapped (Hennessey & Yellich #23)
by Peter TurnbullDCI Hennessey and Sgt. Yellich return in &“a cleverly plotted, absorbing yarn that crime-fiction readers will savor&” from the author of The Altered Case (Booklist). When four postcards are sent anonymously to the staff of an advice center, each with the word &“murder&” scribbled in a foreign language and the same precise map coordinates, the police are called. DCI Hennessey of the Vale of York police and his team of detectives visit the sinister location and make a chilling discovery: the body of a professional man who had been reported missing ten years earlier. Who sent the postcards, and why so long after the crime? As Hennessey and his team investigate—uncovering more past murders, a case of local authority corruption and two manipulative wives keen to gift-wrap their husbands as murderers in order to benefit financially from their estates—they find themselves drawn into a puzzling and dangerous investigation. &“An elegantly constructed plot and a sly ending . . . Fans of contemporary British police procedurals will be satisfied.&” —Publishers Weekly &“DCI George Hennessey must rely on his team of Webster, Pharoah, Ventnor and Yellich to show their characteristic persistence in tracking a killer whose crimes are as devious as they are far-flung . . . their professional skills are worth your time.&” —Kirkus Reviews
In Praise of Love
by Alain Badiou Nicolas TruongThe renowned French philosopher&’s &“ode to love&’s power to unite in the face of eternity, and its optimism in the face of pain&” (Publishers Weekly). In a world rife with consumerism, where online dating promises risk-free romance and love is all too often seen as a mere variant of desire and hedonism, Alain Badiou believes that love is under threat. Taking to heart Rimbaud&’s famous line &“love needs reinventing,&” In Praise of Love is the celebrated French intellectual&’s passionate treatise in defense of love. For Badiou, love is an existential project, a constantly unfolding quest for truth. This quest begins with the chance encounter, an event that forever changes two individuals, challenging them &“to see the world from the point of view of two rather than one.&” This, Badiou believes, is love&’s most essential transforming power. Through thought-provoking dialogue edited from a conversation between Badiou and Truong, a vibrant cast of thinkers are invoked: Kierkegaard, Plato, de Beauvoir, Proust, and more, create a new narrative of love in the face of twenty-first-century modernity. Moving, zealous, and wise, Badiou&’s &“paean to the anticapitalist, antiessentialist, unifying power of love&” urges us not to fear it but to see it as a magnificent undertaking that compels us to explore others and to move away from an obsession with ourselves (Publishers Weekly). &“Finally, the cure for the pornographic, utilitarian exchange of favors to which love has been reduced in America. Alain Badiou is our philosopher of love.&” —Simon Critchley, author of The Faith of the Faithless
It's Not Over 'Til It's Over: The Stories Behind Most Magnificent Heart-Stopping Sports Miracles of Our Time
by Al SilvermanFind inspiration in these &“enjoyable&” accounts of historic last-minute victories—both legendary and little-known—in the world of sports (Booklist). From a former editor of Sport magazine, this book is a journey through a century of athletic endeavor, from baseball to boxing and beyond—filled with true stories that remind us of some of the qualities that can help to create a champion: perseverance, determination, and hope. &“Re-creations of 13 dramatic sports events from the 20th century . . . While Silverman has chosen to profile a handful of well-documented events, such as New York Giant Bobby Thompson&’s 1951 home run at the Polo Grounds, the first Ali-Frazier prizefight in 1971 and the 1980 US hockey team&’s Olympic victory over the Russians, the real value of the book lies in his depiction of such obscure or neglected events as the 1923 boxing match between Argentine Luis Firpo and American Jack Dempsey, and the 1968 Harvard-Yale football game . . . The best piece follows an unknown Native American Marine from Kansas who shocked himself and the world by winning the 10,000-meter road race at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics . . . He often tracks down and interviews event participants to provide perspective from both the victor and the vanquished.&” —Publishers Weekly
The Reggis Arms Caper: The Chance Purdue Series - Book Two (The Chance Purdue Mysteries #2)
by Ross H. SpencerIn the fast and funny sequel to The Dada Caper, former Chicago PI Chance Purdue comes out from behind the bar to get back in the game. Try as he may, Chance Purdue can&’t seem to escape the world of private investigation. The now tavern owner returns to action to protect Princess Sonia of Kaleski, who claims to be the wife of an old army buddy. Convinced he&’ll get to the bottom of things at his army battalion&’s reunion, Chance indulges in the entertainment while leaving the more serious detective work to his new colleague, the scintillating Brandy Alexander. For Chance, the case provides more fun than intrigue, and yet its solution is a surprise for everyone involved. Praise for Ross H. Spencer&’s The Dada Caper &“Parodies of the private‐eye novel come and go. Here is The Dada Caper by Ross H. Spencer. It has every cliché down pat, including rat-tat-tat writing in which paragraphs are seldom more than one sentence. . . . The hero is a private eye who is always tailing the wrong people and hitting the wrong guys. The Dada Caper is wild, shrewd, mad and unexpectedly funny.&” —The New York Times
More Fool Me
by C. L. JennisonA woman embarks on a fresh start—but misplaced trust could end it all, in this knife&’s-edge psychological thriller by the author of The Desperate Wife. In the shadowy streets of Hull, Paige Carrigan tries to forage a brand-new life, but is still haunted by a past that refuses to stay buried. Orphaned and once entrapped by an abusive ex, but now eerily close to freedom, she finds solace in her writing and in a local group of people with secrets of their own. But as Paige&’s first proofreading client draws her into an enthralling yet unsettling romance, her fragile peace is shattered by a sinister text message: You can run but you can&’t hide. With each new chapter she writes, the line between fiction and reality blurs—exposing a web of deceit spun by those she depends on most. Can Paige unmask the truth before her life mirrors her own tragic tales? From the author of Sunday&’s Child and What&’s Mine Is Yours, More Fool Me is a gripping page-turner in which trust is a double-edged sword, and betrayal may be the only means of survival.
Cherry Beach Express: A Steve Nastos Mystery (The Steve Nastos Mysteries #1)
by R.D. CainA police detective is accused of murder in this novel that &“delivers on all levels: action, courtroom drama . . . and a show-stopping climax&” (The Hamilton Spectator). Until recently, Steve Nastos was a respected Toronto detective, part of the sexual assault unit. Now he&’s in custody—accused of killing his young daughter&’s dentist after learning of the man&’s unspeakable crimes against children. Freed on bail, he has one hope: to track down the actual killer, in a town where laws are seen more as guidelines and law enforcement agents adhere to their own moral relativism. Handicapped by a recovering alcoholic lawyer, a rogue cop, and a two-faced judge, Nastos has the cards stacked against him. Then his estranged but still beloved wife inadvertently becomes involved in the case, and the stakes become even higher. He has to protect his family—but first he has to save himself . . .
Full Throttle: The Life and Fast Times of NASCAR Legend Curtis Turner
by Robert Edelstein&“A superbly researched and engagingly written biography&” of NASCAR legend Curtis Turner, known as the Babe Ruth of stock car racing (Sports Illustrated). Curtis Turner&’s life embodied everything that makes NASCAR the biggest spectator sport in American history; the adrenaline rush of the races, the potential for danger at every turn, and the charismatic, outrageous personality of a winner. Turner created drama at the racetrack and in his personal life, living the American Dream several times over before he died a violent and mysterious death at the age of forty-six. In gripping prose, and with access to the files of Turner&’s widow, sports writer and author of NASCAR Generations Robert Edelstein offers the first complete chronicle of Turner&’s life. From his days as a teenage moonshine runner in Virginia, through millions earned in fearless finance deals, to his incredible comeback after four years of being banned from the NASCAR circuit, Full Throttle lets you ride shotgun with the legend.
Daphne (The Six Sisters Series #4)
by M. C. BeatonA breathtaking beauty falls prey to a marriage trap, as the New York Times–bestselling author&’s Regency romance series continues. Daphne Armitage embarked on her first Season with secret dread. For though she had long since learned the power of her flawless beauty, she shrank from the open competition of the marriage mart. Better to marry her first suitor, the fastidious Cyril Archer, and be done with it. But when Simon Garfield, notable and wealthy Corinthian, falls in love with the lively girl bubbling beneath the veneer of her beauty, Daphne&’s resolve is tested . . . that is, until the vain Mr. Archer threatens to reveal a family scandal so horrible that marriage seems a small price to pay to keep the secret. Praise for M. C. Beaton and her novels &“The best of the Regency writers.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“A delightful tale . . . romance fans are in for a treat.&” —Booklist &“Nicely atmospheric, most notable for its gentle humor and adventurous spirit.&” —Publishers Weekly
Between Friends: The Correspondence Of Hannah Arendt And Mary Mccarthy, 1949-1975
by Amos OzWinner of the National Jewish Book Award: A &“gorgeous, rueful collection of eight linked stories&” capturing the collective dreams of Israel in the 1950s (Chicago Tribune). These eight interconnected stories, set in the fictitious Kibbutz Yekhat, draw masterful profiles of idealistic men and women enduring personal hardships in the shadow of one of the greatest collective dreams of the twentieth century. A devoted father who fails to challenge his daughter&’s lover, an old friend, a man his own age; an elderly gardener who carries on his shoulders the sorrows of the world; a woman writing perversely poignant letters to her husband&’s mistress. Each of these stories is a luminous human and literary study; together they offer an eloquent portrait of an idea, and of a charged and fascinating epoch. Award-winning writer Amos Oz, who spent three decades living on a kibbutz, is at home and at his best in this &“lucid and heartbreaking&” award-winning collection (The Guardian). &“Oz lifts the veil on kibbutz existence without palaver. His pinpoint descriptions are pared to perfection . . . His people twitch with life.&” —The Scotsman &“A collection of stories . . . that boasts the sense, scope and unity of a novel . . . Breathtaking.&” —Irish Examiner &“A complex and melancholic vision of people struggling to transcend their individuality for the sake of mundanely idealist goals.&” —The Times Literary Supplement
The Martin Duberman Reader: The Essential Historical, Biographical, and Autobiographical Writings
by Martin Duberman&“A wonderful introduction to Duberman&’s writing but is also a fitting tribute to a man who has devoted his life to promoting social change&” (Publishers Weekly). For the past fifty years, prize-winning historian Martin Duberman&’s groundbreaking writings have established him as one of our preeminent public intellectuals. Founder of the first graduate program in LGBT studies in the country, he is perhaps best known for his biographies of Paul Robeson, Lincoln Kirstein, and Howard Zinn—works that have been hailed as &“magnificent&” (USA Today), &“enthralling&” (The Washington Post), &“splendid&” and &“definitive&” (Studs Terkel, Chicago Sun-Times), and &“refreshing and inspiring&” (The New York Times). Duberman is also an equally gifted playwright and essayist, whose piercingly honest memoirs Cures: A Gay Man&’s Odyssey and Midlife Queer have been called &“witty and searingly candid&” (Publishers Weekly), &“wrenchingly eloquent&” (Newsday), and &“a moving chronicle&” (The Nation). His writings have explored the shocking attempts by the medical establishment to &“cure&” homosexuality; Stonewall, before and after; the age of AIDS; the struggle for civil rights; the fight for economic and racial justice; and Duberman&’s vision for reclaiming a radical queer past from the creeping centrism of the gay movement. The Martin Duberman Reader assembles the core of Duberman&’s most important writings, offering a wonderfully comprehensive overview of our lives and times—and giving us a crucial touchstone for a new generation of activists, scholars, and readers. &“A deeply moral and reflective man who has engaged the greatest struggles of our times with an unflinching nerve, a wise heart, and a brilliant intellect.&” —Jonathan Kozol
Presidents' Day
by Seth MargolisA shadowy billionaire pulls the strings behind a presidential election in this political thriller by a national bestselling author. In this twisting, ferocious novel of suspense, the presidential race has a number of men all clawing to get to the top. Each has a closet where his skeletons are locked away—and one man holds every key. Julian Mellow has spent his life amassing a fortune out of low-risk, high-reward investments. But the one time in his life he got in over his head, he left another man holding the bag and made an enemy for life, one who has nothing to lose. Now, Mellow has an even greater ambition—to use his wealth and power to select the next president of the United States—and to make that man do his bidding, in business and beyond. In a story that ranges from the United States to an African nation where a brutal dictator reigns and a resistance movement lurks in the alleys, Presidents&’ Day spans the globe to weave together a brilliant portrait of politics at its most venal, where murder is a part of the political process, where anyone&’s life is up for sale, and where one man—that bad penny of an enemy—could bring the whole kingdom toppling . . . This gripping read comes from the author of Losing Isaiah, the basis of the film of the same name, and The Semper Sonnet, praised by Phillip Margolin as &“a wildly imaginative thriller.&”
Henry V: The Warrior King of 1415
by Ian MortimerFrom an award-winning historian: &“A new and convincing likeness of medieval England&’s most iconic king&” (The Sunday Times). This biography by the bestselling author of The Time Traveler&’s Guide to Medieval England takes an insightful look at the life of Henry V, casting new light on a period in history often held up as legend. A great English hero, Henry V was lionized by Shakespeare and revered by his countrymen for his religious commitment, his sense of justice, and his military victories. Here, noted historian and biographer Ian Mortimer takes a look at the man behind the legend and offers a clear, historically accurate, and realistic representation of a ruler who was all too human—and digs up fascinating details about Henry V&’s reign that have been lost to history, including the brutal strategies he adopted at the Battle of Agincourt. &“The most illuminating exploration of the reality of 15th-century life that I have ever read.&” —The Independent &“Compelling, exuberant . . . vivid.&” —Simon Sebag Montefiore, New York Times–bestselling author of The Romanovs: 1613–1918