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The Armchair Book of Baseball
by John Thorn60+ revealing moments of baseball by Russell Baker, Robert Coover, Joseph Durso, Curt Flood, Peter Gammons, Donald Hall, Dan Okrent, William Safire, Gay Talese, George F. Will, and many more
The Darkling Wind (Inquestor Trilogy, Book #4)
by Somtow SucharitkulFor 20,000 years, the Inquestors ruled the farthest reaches of space. This is the tale of one who was destined to bring the fall of that mighty intergalactic empire, the one called the Darkling Wind.
The Ethics of War and Nuclear Deterrence
by James P. SterbaA selection of addresses, essays and lectures on the moral and ethical aspects of war and the strategy of deterrence.
The Fifth Angel
by David WiltseMark Stitzer is the Fifth Angel - a walking instrument of death. The victim of a war-game maneuver gone awry, he believes his mission is to destroy New York.
The Flight to Seven Swan Bay
by June O. LeavittGrades 4-6. A survival story with a unique twist: 15 Orthodox Jews are flying to an isolated Jewish community, taking with them a gift of a Torah scroll. Their plane, leaking fuel, makes an emergency landing on a lake surrounded by forests. The passengers (young children, teens and adults) evacuate the damaged plane and try to survive in the autumnal forest, all the while maintaining their Orthodox life style. With structure, order and cooperation, they ingeniously devise utensils and tools and prepare food. Despite unhappiness, despair and worry, they are supportive of one another and operate as a community until rescued. The writing is uneven, and at times awkward, but there is suspense and adventure. Black-and-white drawings are stiff but adequate. Adult characterization is good, but the children, with one or two exceptions, are thinly developed. George's My Side of the Mountain (Dutton, 1967) and Julie of the Wolves (Harper, 1972) are superior books. However, this book has a place in collections where the unusual combination of wilderness survival and Jewish orthodoxy will be wanted. A glossary and chapter notes explain Hebrew terms and religious laws referred to in the text. Ruth Shire, Mount Vernon Public Library, N.Y. Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
The Immigrant's Daughter
by Howard FastIn this conclusion to the Lavette saga, the story is brought up to the present, to the 4th generation. Barbara Lavette, now in her 60s, is the focus of this wide-ranging novel.
The Nutrition Detective: A Woman's Guide to Treating Your Health Problems Through the Foods You Eat
by Nan Kathryn FuchsThe author proposes yet another diet to conquer the common health problems which are unique to women. Includes recipes, diet plans, and questions to help the reader determine cravings and nutritional needs.
The Originals: An A-Z of Fiction's Real-Life Characters
by William AmosEver wondered which real person was the inspiration for a fictional character? Here are nearly 3000 people and their fictional counterparts.
The Proteus Operation
by James P. HoganAlternate history novel where the US is still fighting the Nazis in the 1970s
The Silver Crown (Guardians of the Flame, Book #3)
by Joel RosenbergCaught between slaver forces armed with a new magical weapon and elves trying to steal the secret of gunpowder, could Karl's human, dwarf, elf, and dragon warriors defend their Home?
The Waiting Game
by Elizabeth CadellIt's Christmastime in England, and Ross Mirren is hoping for a quiet time. But his sister announces plans for a bash at Hargreaves House, which turns mysterious.
The Wild Ones
by A. Bertram ChandlerThe robomaid "Clockwork Kitty" was a present to John Grimes as he set out aboard Sister Sue for a voyage to the planet called New Salem.
Trumps of Doom (Amber Chronicles #6)
by Roger ZelaznyOn a Shadow world called Earth, death stalks Merle Corey. He is also Merlin, the son of Amber's vanished hero Corwin.
What to Do After You Turn Off the TV: Fresh Ideas for Enjoying Family Time
by Frances Moore LappeInspiring and intimate glimpses into the many activities the author and her family developed as alternatives to watching TV.
Yesterday's Horses
by Jean Slaughter DotyWhile riding in the mountains, Kelly finds an orphaned foal that seems to belong to a breed of horses supposedly extinct for thousands of years. Is Zipper really an early ancestor of modern horses, and does she hold the key to a disease that is killing local horses?
A Splendid Indiscretion and The Grand Passion
by Elizabeth MansfieldTwo regency romances in one book
Angels of September
by Andrew M. GreeleyA love story about a love so enduring it lasts through 40 years of separation...
Arctic Dreams: Imagination and Desire in a Northern Landscape
by Barry Holstun LopezThis National Book Award winner examines the Far North - its terrain, wildlife, and history of the Eskimo natives and intrepid explorers who arrived on its icy shores. What turns this compendium of biology, anthropology and history into a breathtaking study of profound originality is Lopez's unique meditation on how the landscape can shape our imagination, desires and dreams.
Becoming a Woman of Excellence
by Cynthia HealdIn the book of Ruth, Boaz describes Ruth as being a woman of excellence. The book of Proverbs compares a woman of excellence to precious jewels. God Himself beckons us to become women of excellence. But what exactly is He asking? Does He intend for us to keep homes as beautiful as Martha Stuart or become women who lead ministries like Beth Moore? Can we even hope to reach the excellence that God invites us to reach for? This Bible study is designed for group or self-led study and explores what excellence really means in areas such as Surrender, Obedience, Discipline, Discretion, Wisdom, and Purity.
Black Widow
by R. Robin McdonaldMarie Hilley had everyone fooled -- the husband she murdered, the mother, mother-in-law and daughter she poisoned, the son she abandoned. Who could believe that this petite brunette -- charming wife and model mother -- was a killer? The true story of the Hilley poisonings.
Blind Date
by R. L. StineKerry's had a bad year, but now his luck has changed. He's got a blind date with a girl who sounds really hot. He knows this girl is going to be really different, and she is...
Cambodia Kill-Zone (The Black Eagles #10)
by John LansingWhen the big brass in Saigon uncover a secret Red plot to reinforce Cong units with combat troops from the Iron Curtain countries, the Black Eagles are ordered to neutralize the situation.
Charade
by John MortimerOn the eve of the Normandy landings, a sensitive young man arrives to join the Action Film Unit at work on a documentary about army training at an English seaside resort.
Cold Comfort
by Maggie AndersonPoems by Anderson about country life, photographs by Walker Evans, vegetables, etc.
Donald Cries "Wolf!"
by The Editors at the Walt Disney CompanyWhen Donald and Mickey go on a camping trip, Donald is afraid of the animals that live in the woods. He wants Mickey to stay up so he won't have to face the scary woods alone.