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The Best American Magazine Writing 2011
The American Society of Magazine Editors
Columbia University Press
61 West 62nd Street
New York, NY 10023-7015
9780231159401, $16.95, http://cup.columbia.edu
The magazine can still provide some of the best writing on our modern world. "The Best
American Magazine Writing 2011" is a compilation of the best articles from a wide array of
magazines throughout the American dialogue, from the Rolling Stone to the New Yorker and
many others. Offering thoughtful insight into politics, science, and popular culture, "The Best
American Magazine Writing 2011" is a must for any general interest library collection.
The Education Shelf
What Do You Say When...?
Hal Holloman & Peggy H. Yates
Eye On Education
6 Depot Way West
Larchmont, NY 10538
9781596671478, $29.95, www.eyeoneducation.com
Clarity is a teacher's best weapon to talk to students. "What Do You Say When...?: Best Practice
Language for Improving Student Behavior" is an advisory from Hal Holloman & Peggy H Yates
as she advises teachers to practice language to avoid confusion and prove to be better
disciplinarians in their classrooms. A teacher who uses their words carefully can achieve better
response for students and lead to better behaved and acting students in their classroom. "What
Do You Say When...?" is a must for teachers who want to better understand the importance of
words. Also from Eye on Education is Larry Ferlazzo's "Helping Students Motivate Themselves"
(9781596671812, $29.95), a guide to the importance of self-motivation in education.
Differentiating Instruction with Centers
Julia Link Roberts
Prufrock Press
PO Box 8813
Waco, TX 76714-8813
9781593638399, $19.95, www.prufrock.com
Gifted students need a gifted education. "Differentiating Instruction with Centers in the Gifted
Classroom" is a guide for teachers who want to rise their students talented abilities and create
that high level educational experience. Advocating centers to put forth a focused study of a
certain topic and give students what they need to excel in their interests, "Differentiating
Instruction with Centers in the Gifted Classroom" is the combination of experience and
dedication and leads to a very much recommended pick for teachers and educational
administrators.
Teach Like a Champion Field Guide
Doug Lemov
Jossey-Bass
c/o Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148
9781118116821, $32.95, www.wiley.com
There are many techniques that can make a good teacher great. "Teach Like a Champion Field
Guide: A Practical Resource to Make the 49 Techniques Your Own" is a guide for teachers from
Doug Lemov as he explores the ins and outs of teaching, elaborating on 49 techniques that are
commonly used, and encourages teachers to apply a personal touch to them, to try to meet their
classes educational needs in any way they can, trying to find potential in students when it seems
all hope has been lost. A vital pick for any teacher who wants to refine their skills, "Teach Like a
Champion Field Guide" is an excellent and very much recommended read, not to be
overlooked.
The Library Science Shelf
Small Public Library Management
Jane Pearlmutter & Paul Nelson
ALA Editions
c/o American Library Association
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
9780838910856, $45.00, www.alastore.ala.org
With space and money at a premium, knowing how to hit the fundamentals on a tiny budget is
key for success. "Small Public Library Management" discusses what the small public librarian
needs to know to deal with their daunting task in a small space. From understanding the details of
a budget, answering tot he controlling library board, delegation, managing one's collection well,
and managing to serve one's community when it may seem difficult, "Small Public Library
Management" is a vitally useful handbook for any librarian who is feeling overwhelmed by the
many constraints that surround them.
Know it All, Find it Fast
Heather Dawson
Facet Publishing
c/o Neal-Schuman Publishers
100 William Street, Suite 2004
New York, NY 10038-4512
9781856047593, $99.95, www.neal-schuman.com
With the mass of information available in today's world, managing it all can be overwhelming.
"Know it All, Find It Fast for Academic Libraries" is a guide for librarians who want to be able
to find the answers to the questions they may be asked, and find these answers quickly and
effectively. Complete and comprehensive, author Heater Dawson, a library leader at the London
School of Economics, provides the techniques needed to take a question and answer it for a
patron quickly and effectively. Practical advice for librarians in managing their collections
through technology and general know how, "Know it All, Find it Fast For Academic Librarians"
is a strongly recommended addition for any librarians library science reference collection.
Teens Go Green!
Valerie Colston
ABC-CLIO
PO Box 1911
Santa Barbara, CA 93116-1911
9781591589297, $40.00, www.abc-clio.com
Gardening and green advocacy can be positive activities for youths. "Teens Go Green!: Tips,
Techniques, Tools, and Themes for YA Programming" discussing how to embrace the green
growing ideas and adapting them for after school programs to be used by librarians and other
educators who want to advocate this green activity. With plenty of practical advice on how to get
started and get the program going, common problems, and much more, "Teens Go Green!" is a
top pick for those looking to expand the horizons of their school's youths.
The Theatre/Cinema Shelf
America's Film Legacy
Daniel Eagan
Continuum International Publishing Group
80 Maiden Lane, Suite 704
New York, NY 10038
9781441158697, $17.95, www.continuumbooks.com
The art of film can often seem lost with some of the bottom of the barrel films released, but there
are important cornerstones of our culture in film. "America's Film Legacy: 2009-2010: A
Viewer's Guide to The 50 Landmark Movies Added to the National Film Registry in 2009-10"
chronicles the fifty films added to the National film registry in these years and discusses their
historic value. These films capture events of history, are award winning, or had long lasting
impacts on popular culture. "America's Film Legacy" is a strongly recommended pick for anyone
who wants to understand why certain films have gained such renown.
The Complete Guide to Writing, Producing, and Directing a Low-Budget Short Film
Gini Graham Scott
Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing
33 Plymouth St., Suite 302
Montclair, NJ 07042
9780879103927, $19.99, www.halleonard.com
Budget is a big deal, but it's an obstacle that can be overcome. "The Complete Guide to Writing,
Producing, and Directing a Low-Budget Short Film" is a guide for those who want to break into
film-making through their own determination and endeavor. These films can be made for little
money, and can be a great endeavor for those who simply love movies or want to start a career.
"The Complete Guide to Writing, Producing, and Directing a Low-Budget Short Film" is an
excellent pick worth considering for those who don't know where to start.
The Biography Shelf
Saving Big Ben
John R. Satterfield
Naval Institute Press
291 Wood Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
9781591148081 $34.95 www.navalinstitute.org
Saving Big Ben: The USS Franklin and Father Joseph T. O'Callahan is the compelling battle of a
most unusual war hero: Father Joseph T. O'Callahan, the first ever military chaplain to earn the
Medal of Honor. In early1945, during the Okinawa campaign of World War II, the Essex-class
aircraft carrier on which O'Callahan served (the USS Franklin, colloquially known as "Big Ben")
suffered a devastating Japanese bomb attack. Hundreds of sailors were killed and Big Ben was
left dead in the water. Amid the destruction, O'Callahan heroically organized firefighting crews,
tended to the injured and dying, and rallied morale among the survivors. His bravery took a high
toll; though he survived Big Ben's voyage back to New York Harbor, he suffered a stroke soon
thereafter that caused him pain for the rest of his life. Saving Big Ben is an inspirational true
story of leadership, strength of character, and heroism on the high seas, highly recommended
especially for public and college library biography collections.
The Greatest Champion That Never Was
Jaclyn Weldon White
Mercer University Press
1400 Coleman Avenue
Macon, GA 31207-0001
9780881462524 $30.00 www.mupress.org
The Greatest Champion That Never Was: The Life of W.L. "Young" Stribling is the life story of
a dedicated and talented boxer with integrity. William Lawrence Stribling, Jr., popularly known
as "Young" Stribling, was born in a small Georgia town in 1904 to ordinary, working-class
parents, and became a professional prizefighter at sixteen. His incredible rise through the ranks in
his chosen sport led him to travel the world, attracting the attention of celebrities, royalty, and
even gangsters - at one point Al Capone wanted to buy his contract and manage his career!
During his twelve years in the ring, Stribling fought 287 matches, won 224 of them, and lost only
12 (the rest were draws or "no decision" fights). Even though he never earned a championship,
Stribling remains to this day a shining example of not only skill and tenacity, but also
sportsmanship, honor, and self-respect. A handful of vintage black-and-white photographs
illustrate his inspirational true-life story, highly recommended especially for sports biography
collections.
Lily, Duchess of Marlborough
Sally E. Svenson
Dog Ear Publishing
4010 W. 86th Street, Ste H
Indianapolis, IN 46268
9781457507762, $18.95, www.dogearpublishing.net
Catching the attention of one nobleman is one thing, but three is a truly unique tale. "Lily,
Duchess of Marlborough: A Portrait with Husbands" is the story of this New York woman who
claimed marriage from three husbands from the British nobility and gained her own bit fame
among the royals of the late nineteenth century. A unique biography, "Lily, Duchess of
Marlborough" is a fine read for any biography collection.
A Life of Leadership
Rochel & George Berman
KTAV Publishing House
930 Newark Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306-6316
9781602801905, $25.00, www.ktav.com
The call to leadership can come young when it's needed to be. "A Life of Leadership: Eli
Zborowski: From the Underground to Industry to Holocaust Remembrance" traces the history of
this lifelong leader who through determination helped push an underground in Poland during
those vicious years in World War II. From there, he pushed forward and became a leader of
industry and business in America, and doing his part to make sure the Jewish memory of his
childhood would not fade and be forgotten. "A Life of Leadership" is a fine and recommended
pick for any biography or Judaic studies collection.
The Health/Medicine Shelf
Johns Hopkins ABX Guide 2012, third edition
John G. Bartlett, MD, Paul G. Auwaerter, MD, and Paul A. Pham, PharmD, editors
The Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781449625580 $24.95 www.press.jhu.edu
Now in an updated third edition for 2012, Johns Hopkins ABX Guide: Diagnosis and Treatment
of Infectious Diseases is a comprehensive, fact-filled reference and resource of antimicrobial
agents, infectious diseases, and pathogens. Johns Hopkins ABX Guide is divided into five
sections, each of which has entries: Diagnosis, concerning infectious diseases and complications
with diagnostic and treatment suggestions; Pathogens, focusing on microbiology and therapy;
Management, discussing common syndromes and their treatments; Anti-infective drugs, covering
the dosing, side effects, drug interactions, and more for an immense variety of medicines; and
Vaccines, including immunization recommendations. Although a highly technical reference
intended for advanced students and professionals in the field, Johns Hopkins ABX Guide 2012 is
surprisingly user-friendly and accessible. Johns Hopkins ABX Guide: Diagnosis and Treatment
of Infectious Diseases is an excellent, up-to-date diagnostic tool worthy of the highest
recommendation for college and professional medical libraries.
Integrated Clinical Orthodontics
Vinod Krishnan and Ze'ev Davidovitch, editors
Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148
9781444335972 $149.99 www.wiley.com
Integrated Clinical Orthodontics is an advanced instructional and reference text concerning the
interplay between orthodontics and other branches of clinical dentistry and medicine.
Emphasizing patient-centered care, Integrated Clinical Orthodontics intersperses descriptive and
technical medical text with full-color photography, particularly clinical-quality photographs of
individual dental cases. A diversity of medical and orthodontic experts worldwide contribute to
multidisciplinary health care guide, worthy of the highest recommendation especially for college
and graduate level studies shelves and cutting-edge professional reference collections.
The Biology Of Alzheimer Disease
Dennis J. Selkoe, et al.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press
500 Sunnyside Boulevard
Woodbury NY 11797-2924
9781936113446, $135.00, www.cshlpress.com
The human body is a perfect example of 'planned obsolescence'. It is biologically designed on a
cellular level to eventually cease to function. Old generations giving way to make room for new
ones. That still does not deter medical science from trying to understand this process. One of the
currently very active fields of inquiry is that of Alzheimer Disease and its effects on the human
brain. Part of the outstanding 'Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine' series, "The Biology
Of Alzheimer Disease" is a 375-page compendium knowledgeably compiled and deftly edited by
the team of Dennis J. Selkoe, Eckhard Mandelkow, and David M. Holtzman and presents
twenty-five major papers by experts in this specialized field and provides up-to-date information
on every aspect of Alzheimer disease. Of special note are the erudite discussions on therapeutic
strategies based upon the most recent findings. A core and essential addition to academic and
medical libraries, "The Biology Of Alzheimer Disease" is especially recommended reading for
neurobiologists, cell biologists, pathologists, and anyone else in the medical community with a
particular interest in Alzheimer disease research.
ADHD/ADD Medications
Peter Levine, M.D., & Helen Neville, B.S., R.N.
Parenting Press
P.O. Box 75267, Seattle, WA 98175
9781936903016, $9.95, www.ParentingPress.com
"ADHD/ADD Medications" is a parents' fact book about the use of stimulant and nonstimulant
medications to treat attention deficit disorder (with and without hyperactivity) in children to
assist their learning and social interaction patterns. It is specifically designed to give parents
nonjudgmental information about common treatment options while referring them to their child's
physician for final decision making guidance. "ADHD/ADD Medications" is divided into four
chapters covering first the basic question, Should My Child Use ADHD/ADD Medication?, then
stimulant Medications, Questions and Concerns, More Treatment Options (information about
Strattera), and finally appendices with dose details for stimulants and conversion from one
stimulant to another. Additional resources are listed, including books for both adults and
children, as well as related parent groups' web sites. Covering a common and controversial topic
in a clear, concise format, "ADHD/ADD Medications" is a very helpful resource to parents and
child educators and workers.
Understanding Anesthesia
Steven L. Orebaugh
The Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781421403175, $18.95, www.press.jhu.edu
Anesthesia can be dangerous, but it's often necessary to save lives. "Understanding Anesthesia:
What You need to Know About Sedation & Pain Control" discusses this important topic from
the perspective of anesthesiologist Steven L. Orebaugh, as he brings readers into a review of the
many types of anesthesia, their applications, and what needs to be understood when using such
an endeavor for surgery. For those faced with surgery in their near futures, "Understanding
Anesthesia" is a strongly recommended reference that belongs in every community library health
collection.
Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols
Institute of Medicine of the National Academies
National Academies Press
500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
9780309218238, $45.00, www.nap.edu
Good health needs a hand from marketing to take hold. "Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating
Systems and Symbols" discusses the role of front of package notes and how they can drive the
public to wiser food choices. Discussing the legal issues of claims of health that many products
claim, it covers the issues of lack of information for many consumers, creating a standard
regulation system and the stance of the FDA in presiding over this at times confusing but very
important issue. "Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols" is a strong addition
to any health law reference collection for community and college libraries.
The Do's & Don'ts of Hypoglycemia
Roberta Ruggiero
Frederick Fell Publishers
2131 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 305
Hollywood, FL 33020
9780883912591, $16.00, www.fellpub.com
Balancing one's blood sugar can often seem all too overwhelming. "The Do's and Don'ts of
Hypoglycemia: An Everyday Guide to Low Blood Sugar" is a health reference from Roberta
Ruggiero, president of the Hypoglycemia Support Foundation, Inc. Discussing the importance of
diet, exercise, the affects of drugs and alcohol, and how to stop the downward slide to Diabetes,
"The Do's and Don'ts of Hypoglycemia" is a strongly recommended pick for those who want to
manage their disorder more effectively.
The Poetry Shelf
Breaking Silence
Jacob Sam-La Rose
Bloodaxe Books
Dufour Editions, Inc.
PO Box 7
Chester Springs, PA 19425-0007
9781852249151, $21.95, www.dufoureditions.com
Poetry catches more than words in a lesson. "Breaking Silence" is a collection of poetry from
Jacob Sam-La Rose, who has gained much renown for his performance and poetry that discusses
our personal struggles, the modern meaning of manhood, and so much more. Thoughtful and
riveting reading, "Breaking Silence" is an excellent pick for world poetry collections.
"Communion": Street corner spotlights, cupped hands,/spit-crossed palms: solid air
pressed/through teeth and lips into high-hats,/kicks, snares and even bass; the moment/passed
round like a chalice or smoke/and riding it all, always, someone/with a need to be heard.
Nitro Nights
W. S. Di Piero
Copper Canyon Press
PO Box 271, Port Townsend, WA 98368
9781556593802, $15.00, www.coppercanyonpress.org
We live on the edge more than we really should. "Nitro Nights" is a collection of poetry from W.
S. Di Piero as he presents a thoughtful exploration of these people struggling to get by, with their
own stories, and their own qualities that create the charm of our world "Nitro Nights" is a
remarkable and much recommended pick for general poetry collections. "Sales": Miguel might,
if he speaks English, call the colors/of ukuleles stretching their necks from yards/of canvas duffel
yoked across his shoulders,/auroral azul, cherry pop, or mojito green,/under this Pac heights sky
where the awful rich/snap their heels past shop windows, past goatskin bags,/fibristic sheets of
celadon paper from Zhejiang,/FIAT cremini, and Cinco de Mayo gelato./Smiling past them, he
passes with his happy load,/a display model whole and nude in his hand, on sale to no one,
uplifted like a Stratocaster/sacramental from mahogany forests in Paraguay.
The Memoir Shelf
Silver Like Dust
Kimi Cunningham Grant
Pegasus Books
80 Broad Street,5th Floor
New York, NY 10004
9781605982724, $26.96, www.pegasusbooks.com
To be detained by your own country is horrifying, but for over a hundred thousand Americans, it
was reality. "Silver Like Dust" is a family history from Kimi Cunningham Grant, as she sought
her grandmother's story about being held in America's Japanese-American internment camps
during World War II, in a racist backlash following the attacks on Pearl Harbor. Set amid a black
mark on American history, "Silver Like Dust" is a tale from a dying generation in the hope that it
isn't lost to the passage of time. "Silver Like Dust" is a strongly recommended addition to any
memoir collection, especially those with a focus on World War II.
The Gardening Shelf
The Fruit Gardener's Bible
Lewis Hill & Leonard Perry
Storey Publishing
210 Mass MoCA Way
North Adams, MA 01247
9781603425674, $24.95, www.storey.com
You can get good, sweet fruit from one's own resources. "The Fruit Gardener's Bible: A
Complete Guide to Growing Fruits and Nuts in the Home Garden" is a guide for aspiring
gardeners who want to produce edible fruits and nuts in their personal gardens. From picking
what best grows in your region, working towards a better harvest, creating eye candy, staying
organic and making it all worth your while. "The Fruit Gardener's Bible" is a fine pick for anyone
with a love of gardening, a very much recommended read.
Keeping Your Houseplants Alive & Thriving
Sandy Baker
Atlantic Publishing Group
1405 SW 6th Ave
Ocala, FL 34471-0640
9781601383495, $24.95, www.atlantic-pub.com
It takes more than a little water. "Keeping Your Houseplants Alive & Thriving: Everything You
Need to Know Explained Simply" is a straight forward guide to the everyday gardener from
Sandy Baker, who advises readers on how to better care for their houseplant and make it grow
into something to be proud of, from providing the right amount of food, water, and sunlight that
many common and not so common breeds of plant need. "Keeping Your Houseplants Alive &
Thriving" is an excellent choice and recommended pick for home gardening library
collections.
The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
Petscaping
Scott Cohen & Carolyn Doherty
Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
4880 Lower Valley Road
Atglen, PA 19310
9780764338540, $24.99, www.schifferbooks.com
Pets often become parts of the family, and taking them into consideration when considering one's
gardens and lawns is often worth considering. "Petscaping: Training and Landscaping With Your
Pet in Mind" is a guide to making sure one's landscaping plans keeps the pet in mind in creating
a worthwhile set up for the pets to roam free and avoid hazards. With full color illustrations all
throughout, "Petscaping" is a useful and much recommended pick for both pet and gardening
community library collections.
Defending the Defenseless
Allie Phillips
Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group
4501 Forbes Blvd., Suite 200
Lanham, MD 20706
9781442202146, $34.95, www.rlpgbooks.com
A dog cannot lodge a complaint when it has been wronged. "Defending the Defenseless: A Guide
to Protecting and Advocating for Pets" is a guide for those who want to speak up for these
struggling creatures who may be facing abuse by their owners or others. Allie Phillips encourages
helping animal shelters, inspiring good practices to children, and opposing businesses which use
animal testing. "Defending the Defenseless" is a good guide to getting involved for those who
wan tot make a difference.
Canine Reproduction, third edition
Phyllis A. Holst
Alpine Publications, Inc.
38262 Linman Road
Crawford, CO 81415
9781577791140, $24.95, www.alpinepub.com
For the dog breeder, understanding that dog reproduction is as complicated as human
reproduction can be quite daunting. "Canine Reproduction: The Breeder's Guide" is a
comprehensive reference from Phyllis A. Holst as she provides a useful guide to understanding
the mating behaviors of dogs, issues surrounding their reproductive systems, their nurturing
instincts, how dogs have personality in their own pursuits of reproduction, and creating a system
that works for breeders. With additional information on infant puppy care, diet, health problems
for the mother, and much more, "Canine Reproduction" is a fine pick to have on hand for any
professional dog breeder.
The Islamic Studies Shelf
Ghazali on the Principles of Islamic Spirituality
Aaron Spevack
Skylight Paths Publishing
Sunset Farms Offices, Route 4
PO Box 237
Woodstock, VT 05091
9781594732843, $18.99, www.skylightpaths.com
Islamic spirituality can be a trying thing in the modern day. "Ghazali on the Principles of Islamic
Spirituality" is a translated and annotated study of the work of this eleventh century Islamic
scholar who discussed much fo the faith's early philosophy and theology, and whose work
remains quite relevant even to the modern day. Sufism is a major element of orthodox Islam
practices, and presents a great deal to consider. "Ghazali on the Principles of Islamic Spirituality"
is a core addition to any community and library Islamic and general religious studies
collection.
The Parenting Shelf
Everyday Parenting
Thomas J. Dishion, Elizabeth A. Stormshak, & Kathryn A. Kavanagh
Research Press Publishers
2612 North Mattis Avenue
Champaign, IL 61822
9780878226580, $18.95, www.researchpress.com
In many ways, a household is like a business that must be managed. "Everyday Parenting: A
Professional Guide to Building Family Management Skills" discusses the struggles that many
parents face as they try to manage their children through their lives and often find themselves
struggling and over their heads. With plenty of exercises to help one manage the stress of their
own lives and their children, as well as a PC CD with additional resources, "Everyday Parenting"
is a top pick for the overwhelmed parent, very much recommended.
8 Strategies for Successful Step-Parenting
Nadir Baksh & Laurie Murphy
Hohm Press
PO Box 2501
Prescott, AZ 86302
9781935387084, $14.95, www.hohmpress.com
Step-parenting can often prove a daunting endeavor. "8 Strategies for Successful Step-Parenting"
discusses what step-parents can do to be important to their child's lives, a task that often leaves
many step parents overwhelmed. From creating a bond with the child and creating a bond with
both biological parents, and remembering that a step parent can mean the world, "8 Strategies for
Successful Step-Parenting" is a strongly recommended pick for any new step parent who may be
feeling overwhelmed.
100 Things I Wish I Knew in my Baby's First Year
Randy &Dean & Lorri Gorno
Paragon House
1925 Oakcrest Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55113
9781557788979, $14.95, www.paragonhouse.com
No one is the perfect parent, especially when shocked with the first year of a child's life. "100
Things I Wish I Knew in my Baby's First Year" is a collection of thoughts and ideas for new
parents who are trying to cope with the often overwhelming time that comes to new parents.
From dieting advice, understanding baby behavior, advice for better health for baby and parent,
and much more. "100 Things I Wish I Knew in my Baby's First Year" is an excellent pick for
new parents who are overwhelmed by the new life in their lives.
Hope for Parents of Troubled Teens
Connie Rae
Bethany House
c/o Baker Publishing Group
6030 E Fulton
Ada, MI 49301
9780764209468, $12.99, www.bethanyhouse.com
When a child seems lost to the world, a parent's only question is what they can do. "Hope for
Parents of Troubled Teens: A Practical Guide to Getting Them Back on Track" is a guide of
parents who are concerned about their children and want to do what they can to help them get
back on track for their lives. A parent can't force a teenager to get their lives together, but they
can facilitate them in many ways, and Connie Rae explains how. "Hope for Parents" is an
excellent advisory, very much recommended reading.
The International Studies Shelf
Unwrapping Swiss Culture
Spring Journal and Books
627 Ursulines Street #7
New Orleans, LO 70116
9781935528203, $25.95, www.springjournalandbooks.com
Neutrality, Chocolate, and Cough drops are the first things that come to mind when Switzerland
is mentioned. "Unwrapping Swiss Culture: Spring - A Journal of Archetype & Culture" discusses
Swiss culture through a lens of psychology, as many writers provide an intellectual look at Swiss
culture and the works of master psychologists such as Jung. A scholarly and enlightening
compilation, "Unwrapping Swiss Culture" is an excellent and much recommended pick for
community library collections.
Why the U. S. Needs Saudi Arabia
Winberg Chai, editor
University of Indianapolis Press
1400 East Hanna Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46227-3697
9781880938782, $19.95, www.uindy.edu
Saudi Arabia is more than a source of oil for the United States. "Why the U.S. Needs Saudi
Arabia" discusses American and Saudi Arabian relations, stating that America needs Saudi
Arabia's assistance in its international affairs and trade. Winberg Chai is a scholar with a focus
on Saudi Arabia, and offers a unique perspective on this partnership that has been both celebrated
and denounced. "Why the U. S. Needs Saudi Arabia" is a fine pick for those studying
international affairs, highly recommended.
The Soverignty Solution
Anna Simons, Joe McGraw, & Duane Lauchengco
Naval Institute Press
291 Wood Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
9781612510507, $32.95, www.navalinstitute.org
For greater peace around the world, sovereignty among many nations must be respected. "The
Sovereignty Solution: A Commonsense Approach to Global Security" discusses American
security and the bad habit of trying to police the world. The authors come together and use their
combined expertise to claiming international security without threatening the independence of
other nations, advocating common sense and cooperation instead of arrogance. To truly wage war
on terror, one must rout the disease as well as the symptoms. "The Sovereignty Solution" is an
excellent pick for community and library reference collections discussing important international
issues.
What the U.S. Can Learn from China
Ann Lee
Berrett Koehler
235 Montgomery Street, Suite 650
San Francisco, CA 94104-2916
9781609941246, $27.95, www.bkconnection.com
There is much to be learned from competition, including on the world stage. "What the U.S. Can
Learn from China: An Open-Minded Guide to Treating Our Greatest Competitor As Our Greatest
Teacher" discusses the rising rivalry between China and the United States, with China's growing
economic power and America's waning influence. Too fast have many thinkers been to write
China off as another Soviet Union, a them to be vilified, when we can take lessons to China and
use them to improve America. With a strong overview of China's strengths and weaknesses, and
how America can improve itself by taking the good and leaving the bad, "What the U.S. Can
Learn from China" is a read well worth considering for anyone who wants to understand world
economics.
The Women's Studies Shelf
Women, Gender, and Terrorism
Laura Sjoberg & Caron E. Gentry, editors
University of Georgia Press
330 Research Drive
Athens, GA, 30602-4901
9780820340388, $24.95, www.ugapress.org
Gender equality has become a more common occurrence... even in terrorism. "Women, Gender,
and Terrorism" discusses the role of women and gender in the twenty first century, offering a
unique view of the endeavor and what it speaks of in societies which may still strongly oppress
women. The discussion touches on traditional Islam, the cultures of many countries where
terrorism is a daily event, and additional thought on what it may mean in the bigger picture.
"Women, Gender, and Terrorism" is a strong addition to any collection focusing on women's
studies or social issues in general.
The Literary Studies Shelf
Spider Speculations
Jo Carson
Theatre Communications Group, Inc.
520 Eighth Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, NY 10018-4156
9781559362832, $16.95, www.amazon.com
Stories tell of people, and to create riveting stories, one must understand people. "Spider
Speculations" discusses the mind and storytelling form the perspective of Jo Carlson who creates
a sociological and biological viewpoint on the art of storytelling, delving on the writings of many
celebrated authors throughout the history of literature. An intriguing study of literature and what
it means to us as physical human beings, "Spider Speculations" is an excellent addition to literary
studies collections, very much recommended.
The Man Who Is and Is Not There
Andrew Stambuk
University of Massachusetts Press
PO Box 429
Amherst, MA 01004
9781558498983, $24.95, www.umass.edu/umpress
What makes a legendary poet? "The Man Who Is and Is Not There: The Poetry and Prose of
Robert Francis" discusses the work behind this poet of the twentieth century who worked out his
hometown of Amherst, Massachusetts, a devoted disciple of Thoreau. His writings spanned
throughout, and discussed faith, sexuality, and his hardline opposition of the Vietnam war. A fine
study of the man and his work, "The Man Who Is and Is Not There" is an excellent pick for
literary studies collections.
A Poet's Reich
Melissa S. Lane & Martin A. Ruehl, editors
Camden House
c/o Boydell & Brewer Inc
668 Mount Hope Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620-2731
9781571134622, $75.00, www.boydellandbrewer.com
The dialogue in Germany following the first World War I was fierce. "A Poet's Reich: Politics
and Culture in the George Circle" analyzes the works of Stefan George, who entering this
tumultuous period of German history, added to the debate throughout. Many thinkers of today's
literary world come together and discuss George's work, its relationship with the rising Nazi
party, and its impact on German literature and national dialogue for years after his death in 1933.
"A Poet's Reich" is a strongly recommended addition to any literary studies collection focusing
on world history.
The Philosophy Shelf
The Jester and the Sages
Forrest G. Robinson, Gabriel Noah Brahm Jr., Catherine Carlstroem
University of Missouri Press
2910 LeMone Boulevard
Columbia, MO 65201
9780826219527, $35.00, www.umsystem.edu/upress
Philosophy comes in many forms. "The Jester and the Sages: Mark Twain in Conversation with
Nietzsche, Freud, and Marx" discusses a potential conversation between Mark Twain and these
four men, who despite sharing a similar role throughout the nineteenth and early twentieth
centuries, never truly met. In their time they saw much change in the avenues of faith and
morality, which stepped away from complete reverence of Christianity. An intriguing read that
presents much to ponder, "The Jester and the Sages" is an excellent addition to philosophy and
literary studies collections.
The Language Studies Shelf
Ovid: Ars Amatoria/Remedia Amoris
Graves Haydon Thompson
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers
1570 Baskin Road, Mundelein, IL 60060
0865163952, $33.00, www.bolchazy.com
Ovid was arguably the most influential Roman poet of his day. Beginning with an informed and
informative description and introduction by Professor Graves Haydon Thompson, "Ovid: Ars
Amatoria/Remedia Amoris" is a superbly presented text of Ovid's Ars Amatoria presented in a
three section: Liber Primus; Liber Secundus; and Liber Tertius. Professor Thompson then
presents 'Remedia Amoris'. Each page of Latin text is profusely underlined with numbered
English meanings of Latin words and word elements. Of special note is a comprehensive Basic
Vocabulary to be found on the inside of the back cover in a special fold out page. "Ovid: Ars
Amatoria/Remedia Amoris" is strongly recommended as a core addition to personal and
academic library Latin Language Studies reference collections and a curriculum supplement
text.
Innovations in NLP
L. Michael Hall & Shelle Rose Charvet
Crown House Publishing
6 Trowbridge Drive Suite 5
Bethel, CT 06801
9781845907341, $35.00, www.CHPUS.com
The best trainer is the self. "Innovations in NLP: For Challenging Times" is a collection of essays
from a wide variety of authors as they discuss developments in Neuro-linguistic programming, an
alternative method of learning, and how to use it to improve one's skills and methods in their
own life. Analyzing it completely and comprehensively with much to think about even to novices
of NLP, "Innovations in NLP: For Challenging Times" is a strongly recommended pick for
community and college library self-improvement collections.
The Aviation Shelf
Building the P-51 Mustang
Michael O'Leary
Specialty Press
39966 Grand Avenue
North Branch, MN 55056
9781570071901, $34.95, www.specialtypress.com
World War II made controlling the skies invaluable, and the Mustang made sure America
wouldn't be outgunned. "Building the P-51 Mustang: The Story of Manufacturing North
American's Legendary World War II Fighter in Original Photos" discusses this legendary plane
and how it was assembled on the home front to do war overseas. Packed cover to cover with
articles and black and white photographs all throughout, Michael O'Leary puts together a must
see for any fan of propeller fighter planes. "Building the P-51 Mustang" is an excellent addition
to any historical aviation collection.
The American History Shelf
We've Got a Job
Cynthia Levinson
Peachtree Publishers, Ltd.
1700 Chattahoochee Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30318-2112
9781561456277, $19.95, www.peachtree-online.com
The future should be something very important to young people. "We've Got a Job: The 1963
Birmingham Children's March" discusses the Civil Rights movement in 1963 in Birmingham,
Alabama. Daring to stand against police brutality and the segregation system of the era, they
followed the words of Dr. Martin Luther King and helped push America into a more clear vision
of Thomas Jefferson's decree of all men are created equal. "We've Got a Job" is a strongly
recommended retrospective on the civil rights movement and one event that gained much ground
in making it all matter.
Our Mark on This Land
Ren and Helen Davis
The McDonald & Woodward Publishing Company
431-B East College Street
Granville, OH 43023
1935778188, $29.95, www.mwpubco.com
America's natural beauty is one of its unsung greatest treasures. "Our Mark on This Land: A
Guide to the Legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps in America's Parks" discusses the history
behind this group, which for nine years leading up to World War II did much to establish much
of America's nature and beauty beneath it all. Founded by Franklin Roosevelt in 1932, the effects
of the program still show strongly, as the authors provide a guide to the handiwork of the group
in the modern day. "Our Mark on This Land" is a fine addition to any environmentalism and
history collection.
Cultivating Regionalism
Kenneth H. Wheeler
Northern Illinois University Press
c/o Chicago Distribution Center
11030 S. Langley Ave.
Chicago, IL 60628
9780875804446, $38.00, www.niupress.niu.edu
As America expanded west, education played a bigger part than many believed. "Cultivating
Regionalism: Higher Education and the Making of the American Midwest" discusses the role of
the Midwestern college in establishing the Midwestern culture. Breaking away from the
traditional educational programs of the East and South, the Midwest developed their own brand,
giving the region a unique brand of culture and sense. "Cultivating Regionalism" is a fascinating
study of educational history and how it helped the evolution of major part of Americana.
The World History Shelf
The San Juan Islands
JoAnn Roe
Caxton Press
312 Main Street
Caldwell, ID 83605
9780870045042, $16.95, www.caxtonpress.com
With a history of conflict and natural beauty, the San Juan islands have become a tourist
attraction in recent years. "The San Juan Islands: Into the 21st Century" discusses the island's
modern place, with a unique place and serenity in contrast to the urbanizing Washington state.
With a booming farming, fishing, and other communities, "The San Juan Islands" is a much
recommended pick for anyone seeking to learn about this beautiful archipelago.
Dancing with Colonels
Marjorie Havreberg
South Dakota State Historical Society Press
900 Governors Drive
Pierre, SC 57501-2217
9780984504138, $18.95, www.sdshspress.com
At war, discussion of the future proves vital. "Dancing with Colonels: A Young Woman's
Adventures in Wartime Turkey" is a collection of letters written by Marjorie Havreberg in her
travels to Turkey as a wartime secretary throughout World War II, through America's neutrality
and participation in the war. Her letters compile a unique view of the military powers in the many
challenges of their jobs. A human look at the conflict from another perspective, "Dancing with
Colonels" is an excellent addition to any history collection with a focus on the second world
war.
Community and Frontier
John C. Lehr
University of Manitoba Press
301 St. John's College
Winnipeg, MB, Canada, R3T 2M5
9780887557255, $27.95, www.umanitoba.ca/uofmpress
In a new land, some people strive to make the most out of their plight. "Community and Frontier:
A Ukrainian Settlement in the Canadian Parkland" discusses the foundation of one of the first
Ukrainian settlements in western Canada. John C. Lehr discusses the Stuartburn colony, and the
challenges it faced in its early history, and the discrimination that many Eastern European
immigrants faced in the era. "Community and Frontier" is an excellent cultural history, highly
recommended.
1494
Stephen R. Bown
Thomas Dunne Books
c/o St. Martin's Press
175 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10010
9780312616120 $27.99 www.stmartins.com
A new world shoved a wedge in the old. "1494: How a Family Feud in Medieval Spain Divided
the World in Half" discusses the split between Spain and Portugal as the two Iberian nations
clawed at one another for control of the world's oceans. As Christopher Columbus returned from
his legendary voyage, the Treaty of Tordesillas divided the world's oceans,
making both countries super powers, and fired the first shot in debating the territorial status of
the world's oceans. "1494" is a strong and much recommended addition to any history collection,
especially those with a focus on the Renaissance and the discovery of the Americas.
The Anatomy of a South African Genocide
Mohamed Adhikari
Ohio University Press
The Ridges, Building 19
Athens, OH 45701
9780821419878, $16.95, www.ohioswallow.com
Genocide is still a very real threat in the modern world. "The Anatomy of a South African
Genocide: The Extermination of the Cape San Peoples" traces modern African history, who
recall the genocide faced by the Cap Sans people at the hands of European Colonialism. Bands of
hunter gatherer societies were faced with the rising challenge of European colonialism and often
faced militia over two centuries, leaving a people defeated in the modern day. "The Anatomy of a
South African Genocide" chronicles this tragic tale, a very much recommended addition to any
world history collection.
The Fiction Shelf
A Bend in the River of Life
Budh-Aditya Roy
Strategic Book Publishing
10625 Southwest 112th Avenue, Apt 3-206
Miami, FL 33176
http://sbpra.com/BudhAdityaRoy
9781612045078, $20.95, www.amazon.com
"A Bend in the River of Life" by Budh-Aditya Roy is 376-page saga that recounts the
experiences of a family for two generation and across five continents. The protagonist is Rana,
born of a family of privilege in British India while World War Two raged abroad. When his
parents separate just before Rana turns two, the child is given over to his grandmother and aunt
to be raised. After the war concludes, conflicts on the Indian subcontinent arise that will ultimate
result in the establishment (and enduring hostilities) break out which will compel Rana and his
family to migrate from the newly formed Pakistan to the safety of India. Eventually Rana's
mother returns adding further complications to family life. When he is a young man Rana
graduates from university and works for an American bank, meets Keka who will become his
wife and mother of two children. Keka dies in childbirth with the second child. In overwhelming
grief Rana dives into his work and travels around the world. Ultimately there is a kind of
redemption as 'The River of Life' carries Rana on to his ultimate destination. A compelling work
of deftly written complexity from beginning to end, "A Bend in the River of Life" is an
outstanding read and highly recommended for community library collections.
Shadow of the Mountains
Lynn Morris
Hendrickson Publishers
PO Box 3473
Peabody, MA 01961-3473
9781598567397, $12.95, www.amazon.com
With good intentions, the wall of prejudice may be too insurmountable to beat. "Shadow of the
Mountains" follows Cheney Duvall, an educated woman who has applied her trade as a doctor in
many places. Answering the call of need to an Ozark mountain town results in superstition and
hate from the very people she seeks to help. "Shadow of the Mountains" is a strongly
recommended pick for community and library collections with a focus on historical fiction.
The Law/Justice Shelf
Institutes of Divine Jurisprudence
Christian Thomasius
Liberty Fund, Inc.
8335 Allison Pointe Trail, #300
Indianapolis, IN 46250-1684
9780865975194, $14.50, www.libertyfund.org
There are laws that are laws just beyond the state saying so. "Institutes of Divine Jurisprudence
with Selections from Foundations of the Law of Nature and Nations" is a republication of famed
jurist and philosopher Christian Thomasius who throughout the seventeenth century contributed
greatly tot he discussion of law and its meaning and purpose. A major force in the enlightenment,
Thomasius's thoughts on natural law remain important reading, and Liberty Fund presents it for
the first time in English, expertly done by Thomas Anhert. "Institutes of Divine Jurisprudence" is
a strongly recommended addition to any law or philosophy collection.
The Money/Finance Shelf
Directory of Financial Aids for Women
Gail Ann Schlachter & R. David Weber
Reference Service Press
El Dorago Hills Business Park
5000 Windplay Drive, Suite 4
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9319
9781588412164, $45.00, www.rspfunding.com
Education's cost is high, but in today's world, it is too valuable to ignore. "Directory of Financial
Aids for Women 2012-2014" is a guide for aspiring collegiate women to put together their
college dreams. Complete and comprehensive, Gail Ann Schlacter & R. David Weber put
together an invaluable compilation of what opportunities are available to women of any age who want to
go to school, be it from high school or later in life. Comprehensive in its information and
knowledge with plenty of contact info and complete eligibility, "Directory of Financial Aids for
Women 2012-2014" is a must for any woman who needs help for education and doesn't know
where to find it.
Marketing for Scientists
Marc J. Kuchner
Island Press
1718 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009-1148
9781597269940, $19.95, www.islandpress.org
Science often finds itself on the cutting block when funds grow short. "Marketing for Scientists:
How to Shine in Tough Times" discusses the marketing behind science, and states that in today's
modern era, good marketing is needed to gain success and the funds they need to advance their
curiosity and need for discovery. It all comes down to marketing to try to win grants, getting the
job one seeks, and much more. "Marketing for Scientists" is a strong pick for anyone in a science
career who often feels the money need to succeed just isn't there.
The Agriculture Shelf
Small Farmers, Big Change
David Wilson, Kirsty Wilson, & Claire Harvey
Practical Action Publishing
c/o Stylus Publishing
22883 Quicksilver Drive, Sterling, VA 20166-2012
9781853397127, $14.95, www.styluspub.com
Our future lies not in mega farms, but the works of the small farms. "Small Farmers, Big Change,
Scaling Up Impact in Smallholder Agriculture" discusses small farms throughout the world, and
the role of NGOs - Non-government organizations, have in promoting these small farms and
meeting the world's demand for food. An issue that is a strong one the world over, the authors
come from backgrounds of climate issues, humanitarianism, both important aspects of world
agriculture. "Small Farmers, Big Change, Scaling Up Impact in Smallholder Agriculture" is a
strongly recommended addition to agricultural studies and international issues collections.
The Computer Shelf
Web Development Recipes
Susannah Davidson Pfalzer
Pragmatic Programmers
P.O. Box 293325
Lewisville, TX 75029-3325
9781934356838, $35.00, www.pragprog.com
Internet development much catch eyes and stand the abuse of thousands. "Web Development
Recipes" is a guide for those who are charged with developing modern websites which must go
beyond a webpage with simply text and images. From making something work across many
browser styles, use Web 2.0 elements, testing your website, understanding the many languages
that blend together, "Web Development Recipes" is a must for anyone who wants a
comprehensive lesson in understanding the modern art of website design.
Experimental Design
Douglas W. Cunningham & Christian Wallraven
CRC Press
6000 NW Broken Sound Parkway NW, Suite 300
Boca Raton, FL 33487
9781568814681, $59.95, www.crcpress.com
Computer graphics are a fundamentally important aspect of on-line communication. The
collaborative work of Douglas W. Cunningham and Christian Wallraven "Experimental Design:
From User Studies to Psychophysics" is a 408-page compendium that examines in detail every
aspect of how users both perceive and interpret computer graphic imagery. The data that is
presented and interpreted represents a seminal contribution to the field of Computer Science.
Enhanced with the inclusion of an extensive bibliography and a comprehensive index,
"Experimental Design" is an ideal textbook and a critically important addition to academic
library Computer Science instructional reference collections.
The Art Shelf
Nihilism, Art, and Technology
Sven-Olov Wallenstein
Department of Philosophy, Stockholm University
c/o Lightning Source
1246 Heil Quaker Boulevard
Las Vergne, TN 37086
www.lightningsource.com
9789174470734, $25.00, www.amazon.com
"Nihilism, Art, and Technology" by Sven-Olov is a slender 92-page treatise on the role played by
technology (with an particular emphasis on the thought of the German philosopher Martin
Heidegger) in the development of an artistic avant-garde. Illustrating the complex relationship
between art and technology Wallenstein draws the impact of photography, architecture and more.
Erudite, insightful, informed, informative, thoughtful and thought-provoking, "Nihilism, Art, and
Technology" is a rewarding, seminal read, as well as an especially recommended addition to
academic library Philosophy Studies reference collections and collegiate level supplemental
reading lists.
The History of the Church
Jacques Duquesne & Francois Lebrette
Duquesne University Press
600 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15282
9780820704371, $29.95, www.dupress.duq.edu
Art has developed closely along with the church for many years. "The History of the Church"
delves through the Christian church's history with relevant art pieces that have gained fame,
hundreds of years after their creation. These works have attained their immortality much through
the church, and Jacques Duquesne & Francois Lebrette bring readers a fascinating discussion of
their connection and the art itself. "The History of the Church" is a fine addition to any Christian
or Artistic studies collection.
Ian Baxter& Works 1958-2011
David Moos, editor
Goose Lane Editions
500 Beverbrook Court, Suite 330
Fredericton, NB, Canada, E3B 5X4
9780864926463, $45.00, www.gooselane.com
Art is created whether it's a snap of a button or a paint brush. "Iain Baxter & Works 1958-2011"
looks into the unique art of Ian Baxter, who used photography to present an unusual angle on the
world. Legally attaching an ampersand to the end of his name, making it legally Iain Baxter&, the
ampersand recognized that art works with its beholder to be truly something worth viewing. "Iain
Baxter & Works 1958-2011" is a full color, coffee table book that shouldn't be missed by lovers
of intriguing art, highly recommended.
The Religion/Spirituality Shelf
Holy Misogyny
April D. DeConick
Continuum International Publishing Group
80 Maiden Lane, Suite 704, NY, NY 10038
www.continuumbooks.com
9780826405616, $24.95, www.amazon.com
The earliest decades of the Christian movement saw the beginnings of gender role conflicts
exemplified by Paul's exhortation against women preaching in church gatherings. The
suppression of women's roles in favor of male ecclesiastical privilege continued to strengthen in
the succeeding early centuries and still have immense ramifications in the Catholic, Orthodox,
and Protestant congregations and churches today. "Holy Misogyny: Why the Sex and Gender
Conflicts in the Early Church Still Matter" is a superbly researched 200-page compendium by
April D. DeConick (Isla Carroll and Percy E. Turner Professor of Biblical Studies, Rice
University) presenting the origins of such Christian doctrinal issues as to why God is male, the
association of women with sin, the denial of priesthood to females, and more. Informed and
informative, thoughtful and thought-provoking, "Holy Misogyny: Why the Sex and Gender
Conflicts in the Early Church Still Matter" is a strongly recommended read for anyone concerned
with the origin of gender equality issues within the contemporary Christian community.
A Constructive Theology of Intellectual Disability
Molly C. Haslam
Fordham University Press
2546 Belmont Avenue
University Box L
Bronx, NY 10458-5172
9780823239412, $24.00, www.fordhampress.com
The nature of humanity is never absolute, and that fact is what makes it so often confusing. "A
Constructive Theology of Intellectual Disability: Human Being as Mutuality and Response" is a
study of philosophy and theology from Molly C. Haslam as she discusses the works of Gordon
Kaufman & George Lindbeck, as well as the works of others, discussing the many aspects of
humanity's role in the world, and trying to understand a very confusing topic. "A Constructive
Theology of Intellectual Disability" is a strong pick for philosophy and anthropology collections,
very much recommended.
The Business Shelf
The Ultimate Child Care Marketing Guide
Kris Murray
Redleaf Press
10 Yorkton Court
St. Paul, MN 55117
9781605540832, $29.95, www.redleafpress.org
Even the best of intents need to market themselves. "The Ultimate Child Care Marketing Guide:
Tactics, Tools, and Strategies for Success" is an advisory for those who have entered the child
care business and want to reach out to potential clients, to inspire the trust needed to be an
effective child care business. In a business of compassion and care, Kris Murray does well in
explaining how to establish the professionalism and trustworthiness to excel in this field. "The
Ultimate Child Care Marketing Guide" is a much recommended pick for business and child care
collections.
The Economic Studies Shelf
The Handbook of International Trade and Finance, second edition
Anders Grath
Kogan Page USA
1518 Walnut Street, Suite 1100
Philadelphia, PA 19102
9780749463977, $80.00, www.koganpageusa.com
World trade can prove so very difficult. "The Handbook of International Trade and Finance"
discusses the rules and knowledge behind international trade and how to gain a more complete
understanding of high-end trading across the world. Anders Grath provides this complete and
comprehensive guide to trading safely, dealing with international currency, insurance, and
understanding the many types of trading plans. "The Handbook of International Trade and
Finance" is an invaluable, complete and comprehensive resource text for community and college
library financial studies collections focusing on international trade.
Theory as History
Jairus Banaji
Haymarket Books
PO Box 180165
Chicago, IL 60618
9781608461431, $28.00, www.haymarketbooks.org
There are many ways for a country to produce, and their systems each carry their advantages and
disadvantages. "Theory as History: Essays on Modes of Production and Exploitation" discusses
economic theories and modes of production. Jairus Banaji, a professional researcher at Oxford,
discusses materialism, the works of Marx, and countless other writers in the role of world
economics and production. From the impact of slavery, the rise of the poor taking control, and
the role of other philosophies and faiths impacting the discussion, "Theory as History" is a
unique way to discuss history, economics, and the people behind it, a core addition to any
community library history collection.
The Large Print Shelf
Iron Dust
Max Brand
Ulverscroft Large Print
PO Box 1230
West Seneca, NY 14224-1230
9780753187548, $29.99, www.ulverscroftusa.com
A quiet blacksmith's life isn't for some people. "Iron Dust" follows Andrew Lanning, a man who
was content with his life within the confines of the law. But a bad brawl one day puts him at odds
with the world, and one dead sheriff in self-defense permanently puts him on the run. Struggling
to get by, "Iron Dust" is another excellent addition to Sagebrush's Large print collection, a top
pick for fans of westerns in general.
The Photography Shelf
The Grand Mesa
Leslie Larkin
Sweet Grass Books
c/o Farcountry Press
PO Box 5630, Helena, MT 59604
9781591520764, $29.95, www.sweetgrassbooks.com
Nature's majesty is something truly wonderful to behold. "The Grand Mesa: A Journey Worth
Taking" is a book of nature photography from Leslie Larkin as she takes readers on a
photographic tour Colorado and the beautiful landscapes that lie around within, showing fields,
mountains, lakes, and other awe-inspiring sights all throughout. Presented in full color, "The
Grand Mesa" is a fine assortment of photography, very much recommended for nature lovers
looking for a fine choice of coffee table book.
The Cookbook Shelf
Slow-Cooker Favorites: Country Comfort
Monica Musetti-Carlin
Mary Elizabeth Roarke
Hatherleigh Press
5-22 46th Avenue, Suite 200
Long Island City, NY 11101
9781578263745, $12.50, www.hatherleighpress.com
"Slow-Cooker Favorites: Country Comfort" is a home style recipe collections of over 100
recipes, all easily prepared in your favorite slow cooker or home crock pot. Recipes are featured
for breakfast and brunch, soups and sandwiches for lunch, appetizers and beverages, entrees and
sides, and desserts. This is a practical yet imaginative collection, containing such examples as
Caribbean Sweet Potato Curry Soup (p.31), Moroccan Vegetable Stew (p.78), and BBQ Tempeh
"Ribs" (p.123) in addition to the more usual stuffed peppers, egg brunch casserole, or blueberry
French toast. Some quite nice innovative recipes using the slow cooker are showcased in this
delightful collection. In addition there are tips for a well-stocked pantry, chef's tips, baker's tips,
and a helpful menu planner included in the end section. A request for future submissions ensures
that more creative slow cooker menus and recipes will be presented in future Country Comfort
titles, and the exotic elements contributed by a vast variety of locales generating recipes
guarantees heightened interest. "Slow-Cooker Favorites: Country Comfort" is a modest classic
cookbook that deserves a beloved space on any time-energy-challenged home cook's shelf.
The Smoothies Bible, second edition
Pat Crocker
Martine Quibell
Robert Rose Inc.
120 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 800
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4P 1E2
9780778802419, $24.95, www.robertrose.ca
There are many ways to get that vital assortment of things we need for great life. "The Smoothies
Bible" is the second edition of Pat Crocker's guide to the many ways of bringing out the taste of
fruits and vegetables in their pursuit of greater health. A straight-forward recipe book that
touches on countless ingredients to suit any taste, it also includes a gallery with full color
photographs of many of the drinks presented. "The Smoothies Bible" is an inspirational and
much recommended pick for cookbook collections of anyone who loves fruit. Also for Fruit
Lovers from Pat Crocker and Robert Rose is the second edition of "The Juicing Bible"
(9780778801818, $24.95) exploring a more juice based approach to enjoying fruit.
The Psychology Shelf
Handbook of Counseling Military Couples
Bret A. Moore
Routledge
270 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
9780415887304, $44.95, www.routledge.com
War and military action can put incredible pressure on families. "Handbook of Counseling
Military Couples" discusses the unique stress that many military couples face that's different
from typical civilian couples. Offering a comprehensive view of service, marriage, and
relationship, Bret Moore hopes to advise therapists the ability to offer specialized support and
understanding for their specific challenges. "Handbook of Counseling Military Couples" is a
strong addition to any therapist who specializes in family or relationships reference
collections.
Gambling, Space, and Time
Paulina Raento & David G. Schwartz
University of Nevada Press
Mail Stop 0166
Reno, NV, 89557-0166
9780874178531, $39.95, www.unpress.nevada.edu
Why do we gamble against all reason? "Gambling, Space, and Time: Shifting Boundaries and
Cultures" is a social and psychological look at the practice of gambling throughout history. A
collection of scholarly essays, the laws behind gambling through history are discussed, what
compels us, and with much discussion of how law should enter this compulsion with reason and
thought for the betterment of society. A riveting read that proves highly educational on this often
misunderstood aspect of education, much recommended reading.
Pathological Gambling
Nancy M. Petry
American Psychological Association
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
9781433811777, $29.95, www.apa.org/books
What leads gambling to change from recreation to addiction? "Pathological Gambling: Etiology,
Comorbidity, and Treatment" is a psychological discussion of gambling and its impulses from
the perspective of the psychiatrist. Nancy Petry elaborates on the causes of gambling addiction,
the effect of genetics, the many types of therapy to fight it, and much more. For any psychologist
who wants to better understand this impulse control disorder, "Pathological Gambling" is a fine
pick for psychological reference collections.
The Travel Shelf
Discover Europe
Lonely Planet Publications
150 Linden Street
Oakland CA 94607
9781742201313, $27.99, www.lonelyplanet.com
Europe has so much to see that it can all prove quite overwhelming. "Discover Europe:
Experience the Best of Europe" is a travel guide that seeks to give potential travelers a historic
visit to Europe that will help them embrace the strong history that lies behind it. Chapters
breakdown the British Isles, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Europe, and the best
of Eastern Europe. "Discover Europe" is a comprehensive and thoughtful guide for those who
want to plain an excellent stay in Europe, be it in one country or all throughout.
The Mystery/Suspense Shelf
Back in the Habit
Alice Loweecey
Midnight Ink
c/o Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd.
2143 Wooddale Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125-2989
9780738726687, $14.95, www.midnightinkbooks.com
Sometimes a suicide is too convenient. "Back in the Habit" is a mystery thriller from Alice
Loweecey. Giulia Falcone turned away from this degree of faith already, but she finds she must
go back into the covenant to find out why a young nun apparently committed suicide, and
confirm that it was even truly a suicide. But becoming an undercover nun can put a stop to your
life in so many ways... "Back in the Habit" is a fast paced and often humorous novel, not to be
overlooked, highly recommended.
The Sports Shelf
Cyclopedia
William Fotheringham
Chicago Review Press
814 N. Franklin, Chicago, IL 60610
9781569768174, $25.00, www.chicagoreviewpress.com
A childhood hobby can turn into something much bigger. "Cyclopedia: It's All About the Bike"
is a comprehensive discussion of all things cycling from William Fotheringham, as he guides
readers through all there is to learn surrounding the history of cycling and the technology and
culture that has risen up all around it. "Cyclopedia" is an excellent pick for anyone with a love of
cycling and wants to learn much more on top of it all, or for general community library sports
collections.
The Audiobook Shelf
The Obamas
Jodi Kantor, author
Robin Miles, narrator
Hachette Audio
237 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10017
9781611139730 $34.98 www.hachettebookgroupusa.com
Featuring a bonus interview with author and New York Times correspondent Jodi Kantor, The
Obamas is an examination of how Barack Obama and Michelle Obama struggled to adapt to life
in the White House, after Barack Obama won the 2008 presidential election. Living in the White
House was isolating, disorienting, and completely changed how people interacted with them -
even seemingly minor matters such as who does the President's laundry became a potential
minefield. Partisan bickering especially seeped into their daily lives. An extraordinary
perspective on the challenges, difficulties, and compromises Obamas have faced as well as the
adaptations they have made to incomparable pressures from all sides, The Obamas strives to
present an objective picture of the First Couple's interpersonal triumphs and failings alike. Highly
recommended. 10 CDs, 12 hours.
Elizabeth the Queen
Sally Bedell Smith, author
Rosalyn Landor, narrator
Random House Audio Books
c/o The Random House Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 8th floor
New York, NY 10019
9780307934178 $45.00 www.randomhouse.com
Elizabeth the Queen is the unabridged audiobook rendition of an in-depth biography of Queen
Elizabeth II. From a wealth of interviews and documents, some never previously available to the
public, biographer and contributing editor of "Vanity Fair" Sally Bedell Smith paints a complex
picture of the Queen who has led the Commonwealth through wars, economic upheavals, and
more with incomparable poise. An unforgettably detailed look into the public and private life of a
truly extraordinary woman, Elizabeth the Queen is a "must-have" for public library audiobook
and biography collections. 17 CDs, 21 1/2 hours.
The House I Loved
Tatiana de Rosnay, author
Kate Reading, narrator
Macmillan Audio
175 Fifth Avenue, Suite 315
New York, NY 10010
9781427214850 $29.99 www.macmillanaudio.com
The House I Loved is the audiobook rendition of a historical novel by the bestselling author of
"Sarah's Key" (which received a critically acclaimed film adaptation). Set in Paris during the
1860s, when Emperor Napoleon III has ordered a mass-scale renovation in Paris that is razing
and replacing a large number of historic buildings, The House I Loved follows a courageous
woman named Rose Bazelet who stands steadfast against the destruction of her own home.
Waiting defiantly in her basement, she writes letters to her dearly beloved, late husband. In the
process of remembering the past, she comes to terms with the deepest secrets she has hidden
within her own heart. An emotional, poignant story of adoration, loss, and bravery, The House I
Loved is an unforgettable listening experience, and highly recommended. 5 CDs, 6 hours.
A Shropshire Lad
A.E. Housman, author
Samuel West, narrator
Naxos of America, Inc.
1810 Columbia Avenue, Suite 28
Franklin, TN 37064
9781843794905 $14.98 www.naxosaudiobooks.com
Read aloud by veteran actor Samuel West, A Shropshire Lad is the audiobook rendition of
classic poems by A.E. Housman. Originally written in 1895, A Shropshire Lad speaks of bygone
love, squandered youth, rifts among friends, unfaithful girls, the bonds between men and the
hardships and glories of being a soldier. A Shropshire Lad spoke so vividly to servicemen
throughout the generations, particularly those who fought in World War I, that it has never been
out of print, and is worthy of the highest recommendation for both private and public library
audiobook collections. 1 CD, 64 min. 3 sec.
The Library CD Shelf
Time Rider
Uwe Gronau
Time Rider Music
c/o The Creative Service Company (publicity)
4360 Emerald Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
$11.68 www.thecreativeservicecompany.com
Time Rider is the creation of German pianist, synthesist, organist, singer and composer Uwe
Gronau, featuring twelve instrumental tracks and eight tracks with vocals. The mellow,
contemplative mood of the music fuses elements of jazz, techno, trance, and more into a
mesmerizingly smooth listening experience. The music provides the perfect backdrop for
contemplating the mysteries of time, both from a scientific and from a metaphysical viewpoint.
Time Rider encourages listeners to open their minds and their imaginations, and is highly
recommended. The tracks are "Talking Keys and Congas" (3:35), "Sweet Memory" (3:22),
"Novel Scene" (4:22), "Night Tune" (4:55), "Searching for the Truth" (3:10), "Jardin Exotique"
(4:08), "Far in the East" (3:24), "Oriental Journey" (3:25), "A Fairy's Advice" (2:52), "Inner
Face" (4:08), "Flotsam & Jetsam" (4:12), "Caged" (3:58), "In Silence" (3:22), "Time is a Sound"
(3:27), "Time Rider" (3:54), "Calena" (4:00), "Far in the East" (2:45), "Remarks You Made"
(4:53), "Interlude" (3:40) and "I'm at Home" (3:20).
Romantech
New York Gypsy All Stars
Drom Records
c/o Rock Paper Scissors
511 West 4th Street, Suite 2
Bloomington, IN 47404
$17.54 www.rockpaperscissors.biz
Romantech is an album by the New York Gypsy All Stars, an eclectic quintet that unites musical
traditions of Greece, Turkey, and America into a freewheeling whole. Their creations have a
strong, positive quality that promotes good feelings in the listener. From "Balkan Bollywood", a
song mixing Turkish melody with Balkan flair, to "Romantek", a piece that layers techno beats
and the use of the Turkish longa, Romantech displays hybrid vigor at its finest, and is highly
recommended especially for private and public library international music collections. The tracks
include "Romantek", "Balkan Bollywood", "Cross Winds", and "EZ Pass".
Peaceful Journey
Tron Syversen
TK Music Production
c/o Global Jounrey Music
492 S. Hwy 67
Sedalia, CO 80135
The Creative Service Company (publicity)
4360 Emerald Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
$14.95 www.tronmusic.com www.thecreativeservicecompany.com
Peaceful Journey: Music for Relaxation and Wellbeing lives up to its title with gently flowing
piano and synthesizer tunes. Norway-based musician Tron Syversen drew upon nature, poetry,
great artwork, and sacred places for inspiration, in crafting these harmonious songs ideal for
meditation or deep relaxation. Peaceful Journey is also an excellent choice to help oneself
unwind after a long day. The tracks are "Silent Dream" (5:30), "Rivers" (6:09), "The Beginning"
(7:35), "Amorous" (5:38), "Nearness" (9:14), "Lullaby to Love" (6:06), "Your Dream" (6:29),
"My Love" (5:01), and "Longing" (8:34). 61 min., 32 sec.
No Stranger Here
Shubha Mudgal, Ursula Rucker, & Business Class Refugees
Earthsync
c/o FlipSwitch (publicity)
PO Box 2207
Bloomington, IN 47404-2207
$9.99 www.flipswitchPR.com
No Stranger Here is a cross-cultural blend of East Indian classic musical tradition, Western
orchestra, electronica, and inspiration drawn from centuries-old poetry. The result is an
extraordinary achievement that balances smooth vocals with heart-catching rhythms. An
emotional and transcendent album, No Stranger Here is a welcome addition to international
music collections. The tracks are "Seraphim Tones", "Drunk in Love", "Steadfast", "When I
Was", "A Stranger Here", "Searching For You", "Something is Still Missing", "Above All Else",
and "Outsider".
Sabani
Leni Stern
Privately Published
c/o FlipSwitch (publicity)
PO Box 2207
Bloomington, IN 47404-2207
$9.99 www.flipswitchPR.com
Inspired by jam sessions that performer Leni Stern held with two Malian musician friends,
Sabani is an instrumental album that draws upon the qualities of the ngoni, a stringed instrument
distantly ancestral to the banjo. Discovering the ngoni's qualities as "the ultimate blues
instrument", Stern calls forth her love of jazz, blues, and learning from her West African friends.
Sabani is a wonderful cross-cultural expression, highly recommended. The tracks are "Still
Bleeding" (3:42), "Sorcerer (dan sogo)" (5:16), "The Cat That Stole The Moon (djakouma e kalo
mine)" (2:16), "Like a Thief" (4:44), "I Was Born (Ibe Keneya)", (3:33), "An Saba" (5:37),
"Papillon" (4:35), and "Djanfa" (4:20).
E Volo Love
Francois & the Atlas Mountains
Domino Recording Co.
c/o Rock Paper Scissors (publicity)
511 West 4th Street, Suite 2
Bloomington, IN 47404
$24.23 www.rockpaperscissors.biz
E Volo Love is a vividly emotional music album blending indie rock and electronica, revealing
the heights of intensity to which an electric guitar can reach. Elements of Afrobeat weave their
way through this lively album overflowing with veteran performers' raw passion. E Volo Love is
a choice pick highly recommended for international music collections. The tracks are "Les Plus
Beaux", "Muddy Heart", "Edge of Town", "City Kiss", "Azrou Tune", "Buried Treasures",
Cherchant Des Ponts", "Slow Love", "Bail Eternel", "Piscine", and "Do You Want to
Dance".
The Library DVD Shelf
Tar Creek
Bullfrog Films, Inc.
PO Box 149
Oley, PA 19547
1937772020 $250.00 www.bullfrogfilms.com
Licensed for public performance, Tar Creek is a documentary on DVD about one of the worst
ongoing environmental disasters in the United States today: the Tar Creek Superfund site. Tar
Creek was once the site of one of the largest lead and zinc mines worldwide; now it is 40 square
miles of virtually uninhabitable land. Acid mine water has polluted the creeks; lead poisoning has
caused permanent developmental and learning disabilities in the local children; and underground
sinkholes consume backyards and ball fields. Nearly 30 years after being assigned cleanup for the
Superfund program, the residents of Tar Creek - including Native American residents descended
from survivors of the Trail of Tears - are fighting for justice. Even the buyout of homes and
relocation of residents is plagued with unequal appraisals and worse. Tar Creek is a stark
warning against corporate greed and expensive, destructive, and community-destroying
environmental catastrophes, highly recommended especially for public and school library
collections. 54 min., SDH captions.
In the Mayor's Footsteps
Featuring Mayor Amilcar Huancahuari
Bullfrog Films, Inc.
PO Box 149
Oley, PA 19547
$195.00 each www.bullfrogfilms.com
Intended for viewers in grades 7 through college, two volumes of the "Life" DVD series
concerning the effects of globalization, "In the Mayor's Footsteps: Peru" and "In the Mayor's
Foosteps: Brazil" follow Mayor Amilcar Huancahuari as he tries to reach out and help children at
risk from the most crushing poverty, or worse, desperate violence. In "Peru", he visits the jungle
city of Iquitos, the Andes mountains, and more. In areas so dangerous as to require a police
bodyguard, Huancahuari searches for a way to protect children from the physical and mental
damage that is the fallout of unrestrained violence. In "Brazil" he observes the Mina congregation
of Sao Luis select a child Emperor and Empress, and discusses his trip with the Minister for
Human Rights at the Modernist capital, Brasilia. Promoting Mayor Huancahuari's plans for a
future where children have the opportunity to fulfill their highest potential, both DVDs are
uplifting and very highly recommended especially for public and school library DVD collections.
26 min. each, SDH subtitles.
Shades
Starring Dervia Kirwan and Stephen Tompkinson
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598285901 $39.99 www.acornonline.com
Originally broadcast on public television, Shades is a British romantic comedy with an unusual
premise: the protagonists are both recently deceased. Maeve lost her life to a hit-and-run driver,
while Mark died during a routine surgery. As spirits, they cannot communicate with the people
they were in love with while alive, but they can speak openly with strangers. Can their efforts to
right the wrongs of their life allow them to transcend their regrets? A thought-provoking and
ultimately uplifting series, Shades is highly recommended. 6 episodes on 2 DVDs, 296 min.,
widescreen, SDH subtitles.
The Brontes of Haworth
Starring Michael Kitchen & Alfred Burke
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598287387 $39.99 www.acornonline.com
The Brontes of Haworth: The Dramatic Lives of the Literary Legends is a period drama of the
artistic endeavors and personal hardships of one of England's most well-known and
accomplished literary families. The Reverend Patrick Bronte taught his children Charlotte,
Branwell, Emily, and Anne to think for themselves and harness their imaginations; yet their
transition to adulthood is a rocky one. Pressure to live up to their family's sky-high expectations
is immense, and the young women in particular struggle to adapt the world outside their home.
While the sisters are able to pursue a stable writing career, Branwell becomes increasingly
self-destructive, inflicting ever-greater misfortunes on himself and the family. A gripping saga,
enhanced with bonus material about the Brontes' home in Haworth, The Brontes of Haworth is a
choice pick especially for public library DVD collections. 5 episodes on 2 discs, 260 min., SDH
subtitles, 4:3 fullscreen.
A Cook's Tour
featuring Anthony Bourdain
Questar, Inc.
307 North Michigan Ave., Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60601
9781594646966 $59.99 www.questarentertainment.com
A Cook's Tour in Search of the Perfect Meal: The Complete Series collects all 35 episodes of the
popular gourmet television show, as originally seen on the Food Network, within a thinpack
boxed set of 6 DVDs. Host Anthony Bourdain brings the viewer on a global tour from the United
States to Mexico, the Americas, Europe, Morocco, Russia, Australia, Japan, and Asia, all in
search of the most flavorful and memorable of meals. A showcase of cuisine ranging from
authentic traditional to purely wild, A Cook's Tour is an extraordinarily enjoyable set, sure to
prove popular in public library collections, and makes an excellent gift for foodie friends. 6
DVDs, 13 hours.
German Lineage in Modern Dance
Dr. Betsy Fisher
Dancetime! Publications
c/o WC Books
1200 County Road Rt. 523
Flemington, NJ 08822
$49.95 www.DanceTime.com 1-888-854-5602
Conceived and performed by expert choreographer and dance researcher Dr. Betsy Fisher,
German Lineage in Modern Dance is a tribute to the tradition of Modern Dance from its origins
in Germany before World War I to its breathtaking new developments in late twentieth century
America. Featuring solo performances by dedicated individuals in the style of German
Expression Dance, or Ausdruckstanz, German Lineage in Modern Dance blends these captivating
dance segments with fascinating narration and original photographs. The result is an eye-opening
tour of a vibrant dance tradition that has strong German roots but reaches out to its witnesses
worldwide. A treasure to experience, German Lineage in Modern Dance is the next best thing to
seeing modern dance performed in person, and is highly recommended to dance enthusiasts,
scholars, and college library DVD collections alike. The featured choreography segments are
"Mary Wigman: Witch Dance and Swinging Landscapes", "Dore Hoyer: two excerpts from
Affectos Humanos", "Hanya Holm: Excerpt from Homage to Mahler", "Alwin Nikolais: Excerpt
from the Tribe, plus photos by Tom Caravaglia", and "Murray Louis: Excerpt from Figura". 58
min.
Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet
Prof. Claudia Jeschke and Robert Atwood
Dancetime! Publications
c/o WC Books
1200 County Road Rt. 523
Flemington, NJ 08822
$49.95 www.DanceTime.com 1-888-854-5602
Conceived by Prof. Claudia Jeschke (char of the dept. of dance studies, University of Salzburg)
and dance history lecturer Robert Atwood, Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet is an
extraordinary, in-depth DVD documentary and reconstruction presenting restaged dances that
were performed in the 19th century. Based entirely on the documentation of 19th century dance
literature and iconography, Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet strives to recreate the
performances that were part of this era's culture, and that marked a distinct change in that media
of the times began to portray stories and characters that were ordinary, everyday people. The
influences of "national dance" are also considered, in this beautiful documentary and
performance enhanced with a collection of stunning illustrations from the Derra de Moroda
Dance Archives of Salzburg, Austria. Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet is beautiful
to behold, and enthusiastically recommended for amateur ballet connoisseurs and serious ballet
reference shelves alike, especially including college library DVD collections. The recreated
registered dances are "Fandango [1761]", "Vestris Gavotte [1832]", "Cachucha [1871", "Pas de
L'Abeille [1843]", "Pas de la Esmeralda [1859]", and "Tyrolienne [1859]". 57 min.
The Native American Studies Shelf
American Indians of the Northeast and Southeast
edited by Kathleen Kuiper
Britannica Educational Publishing
Rosen Educational Services
29 East 21st St., New York, NY 10010
9781615306596, $35.25, www.amazon.com
"American Indians of the Northeast and Southwest" is a small encyclopedia guide to over fifty
six Native American peoples located in the Northeast and Southeast of North America in the
16th century and later. Here are presented the Algonquian groups, the Iroquois, the Mi'kmaq, the
Mohicans, the Penobscot, and many more tribes of the Northeast plus the Cherokee, Chickasaw,
Choctaw, Creek, and Seminoles of the Southeast, and finally the Sauk, Fox, Ojibwa, and Illinois
of the Great Lake areas, Wisconsin, and parts of the Great Lake states. In addition to condensed
post colonization histories, information is presented on cultural traditions, traditional social
strata, clans and kinship, belief systems, language, and practices of agriculture, hunting, and
sustenance. European settlement, expansion, colonization, and encroachment is also presented,
along with various disastrous results, including the Great Removal, the Trail of Tears, and many
individual wars and uprisings of different native groups protesting their removal from their lands
and other oppression. Although both parts of the Atlantic seacoast regions are referred to as the
"Eastern Woodlands" Native American cultural area, there are distinct differences between the
northern peoples and the southern tribes. A fierce pride in customs, practice, beliefs, and
language of each nation continues to the present day, despite prolonged attempts at enforced
relocation and assimilation. "American Indians of the Northeast and Southeast" makes some
attempt to preserve some of this cultural heritage and legacy, in well researched scholarly
chapters based on traditional historic sources (European). A Glossary and Bibliography add
further enlightenment to the sources and language used. The text is clearly written using
sophisticated language and concepts, and thus is recommended for adult or mature teen
readership. Other recommended titles from this series include "American Indians of the Plateau
and Plains (9781615306893, $35.25)," "Indigenous Peoples of the Arctic, Subarctic, and
Northwest Coast (9781615306589, $35.25)," and "American Indians of California, the Great
Basin, and the Southwest (9781615306824, $35.25)," all edited by Kathleen Kuiper.
The Eagle Returns
Matthew L.M. Fletcher
Michigan State University Press
1405 South Harrison Road, Suite 25
East Lansing, MI 48823-5245
9781611860221 $29.95 www.msupress.msu.edu
The Eagle Returns: The Legal History of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa
Indians is the true story of a Native American group connected by ties of kindred, shared
geography, and language, in their quest to legally re-establish their right of self-governance.
Chapters span the course of history from the 1836 Treaty of Washington and the 1855 Treaty of
Detroit to the dispossession of the Grand Traverse Ban, federal recognition of the Grand Traverse
Band, the development of modern tribal law and justice systems, even the history of the Grand
Traverse Band's gaming businesses. Author Matthew L.M. Fletcher, a professor in Michigan
State University's College of Law and an appellate justice for several Michigan tribal courts,
brings his expertise to bear in this informative and meticulous chronicle. An excellent addition to
public and college library Native American studies shelves with a legal focus, The Eagle Returns
is highly recommended.
The Social Issues Shelf
Bombast: Spinning Atoms In The Desert
Michon Mackedon
Black Rock Institute Press
c/o Black Rock Institute
PO Box 14430, Reno, NV 89507
9780984101436, $30.00, www.amazon.com
From the first atom bomb tests in the salt flats of Nevada down to the present day, nuclear issues
have been an integral part of Nevada's politics, environmental issues, economics, and social
concerns. In "Bombast: Spinning Atoms In The Desert" by Nevadan native and academician
Michon Mackedon is a 236-page compendium laying out the history of how the
military/industrial complex has influenced, deceived, and affected the Atomic Energy
Commission, the Department of Energy, the weaponized and non-military advancement of
nuclear science, the storage of nuclear byproducts, as well as the government and people of
Nevada. Of special note is the chapter devoted to 'Atomic Culture in the Silver State'. Enhanced
with the inclusion of 31 color plates, 15 b/w photographs, 6 illustrations, and extensive
bibliography, and a comprehensive index, "Bombast: Spinning Atoms In The Desert" is
informed, informative, and a highly recommended addition to academic library collections and
contemporary nuclear issues supplemental reading lists.
The Fashion Shelf
Fashion Philosophy for Everyone
Jessica Wolfendale and Jeanette Kennett, editors
Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148
9781405199902 $19.95 www.wiley.com
Fashion Philosophy for Everyone: Thinking with Style is an anthology of essays by a diversity of
learned philosophers concerning the role of fashion in modern culture, and how choices in
clothing shape people's lives and social expectations. Individual essays include "What Makes
Something Fashionable?", "The Aesthetics of Design", "Fashion and Sexual Identity, of Why
Recognition Matters", and "Sweatshops and Cynicism". Each essay has its own notes and
sources; collectively they scrutinize the broader meaning of an entire industry grounded in trends
and appearances. Fashion Philosophy for Everyone is a scholarly yet accessible work, and will
appeal to college library collections as well as to anyone curious about the sociological
underpinnings of fashion.
The Architecture Shelf
Roberto Burle Marx: The Modernity of Landscape
Lauro Cavalcanti, Fares El-Dahdah, and Francis Rambert, editors
Actar
151 Grand Street, 5th floor
New York, NY 10013
9788492861675 $49.95 www.actar.com
Roberto Burle Marx: The Modernity of Landscape showcases the Palais de Chaillot 2011
exhibition and lecture series showcasing the lifetime achievements of internationally celebrated
landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx. Stunning, full-color photography of Marx's roads,
layouts, buildings, complexes, and more, as well as copies of inspired artworks and diagrams, fill
this extraordinary compendium that is the next best thing to witnessing the exhibition in person.
Essays by a variety of expert contributors, and even some previously untranslated texts by Marx
himself, complement this beautiful and inspirational tribute with emphasis on Marx's ideas for
the garden as an expression of art and incorporating landscape architecture into city structure.
Highly recommended for especially for college library architectural studies shelves.
The Science Shelf
Handbook of Sustainable Energy
Ibon Galarraga, Mikel Gonzalez-Eguino, and Anil Markandya, editors
Edward Elgar Publishing
9 Dewey Court
Northampton, MA 01060-3815
9781849801157 $280.00 www.e-elgar.com
Handbook of Sustainable Energy is a scholarly assemblage of essays from a diversity of
international experts discussing cutting-edge research concerning energy economics, renewable
energy, efficiency, and climate policy. Individual essays include "Sustainability criteria for
energy resources and technologies", "Energy supply and the sustainability of endogenous
growth", "Nuclear power in the twenty-first century", "Energy and poverty: the perspective of
poor countries", and much more. Charts, graphs, mathematical equations, and more aids enhance
these rational essays backed by scientific data. In today's modern world where energy resources
are increasingly scarce, climate change is a hot-button issue, and population growth continues to
push the need to promote sustainable living, Handbook of Sustainable Energy is highly
recommended as an absolutely invaluable contribution to graduate school libraries and the pool
of literature available to professionals in the field.
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