Braille Books 2003-2004 National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Library of Congress Washington 2006 Braille--Nonfiction Adventure The Gold of Exodus: The Discovery of the True Mount Sinai BR 14453 by Howard Blum 3 volumes Describes how, in the late 1980s, Larry Williams, a self- made millionaire, and Bob Cornuke, an ex-policeman, discover what they believe to be Mount Sinai in Saudi Arabia. Their activities draw the attention of both Saudi and Israeli agents when the site is revealed to be a top- secret Saudi military installation. 1998. The Greatest Survival Stories Ever Told BR 13882 edited by Lamar Underwood 4 volumes Seventeen fiction and nonfiction tales of adversity and courage by such authors as Jack London, Farley Mowat, Piers Paul Read, and Jon Krakauer. The editor states that these unwanted adventures "almost always begin with fate, foul- ups, and plain old bad luck." Some violence and some strong language. 2001. A Life on the Edge: Memoirs of Everest and Beyond BR 13776 by Jim Whittaker 3 volumes Reminiscences of a mountaineer and environmentalist. Recalls the 1963 climb that made him the first American atop Mount Everest and how that became a pivotal event in his life. Discusses his adventures with Robert Kennedy and his 1990 expedition back to Everest leading the International Peace Climb. 1999. The Rescue Season: The Heroic Story of Parajumpers on the Edge of the World BR 14078 by Bob Drury 3 volumes Profiles the Alaska Air Guards 210th Pararescue Team and their exploits battling adverse weather conditions to retrieve stranded climbers from such heights as Denali, the tallest peak in North America. Discusses the para- jumpers' training, camaraderie, and dedication in the face of formidable obstacles, including storms and hidden crevasses. Some strong language. 2001. Animals and Wildlife All Creatures Great and Small BR 13837 by James Herriot 4 volumes An English veterinarian reminisces about his work in Yorkshire that began in 1937 when he was fresh out of school. He recalls tending to the farm and house animals and comforting people whose pets died. Followed by All Things Bright and Beautiful (BR 13838). Bestseller. 1972. All Things Bright and Beautiful BR 13838 by James Herriot 4 volumes A British veterinarian describes with humor and gusto his life as a small- town doctor. He travels across the hills and dales of Yorkshire meeting a cast of unforgettable humans, dogs, horses, lambs, and parakeets. Follows All Creatures Great and Small (BR 13837). 1973. American Bison: A Natural History BR 14611 by Dale F. Lott 2 volumes Inspired by his childhood experiences growing up in the Montana National Bison Range, behavioral ecologist Lott explores the nature of bison. He examines the social relationships between bison and their coexistence with other species and discusses prairie ecology while contemplating the future of a species that once faced extinction. 2002. The ASPCA Complete Guide to Pet Care BR 14365 by David L. Carroll 4 volumes Detailed information on all aspects of domestic animal maintenance including choosing an appropriate pet, where to find it, bringing it home, housebreaking, health concerns, travel, and grieving. Covers common and uncommon house pets: cats, dogs, birds, snakes, lizards, turtles, ferrets, hamsters, gerbils, rabbits, and guinea pigs. 2001. The Cat Who'll Live Forever: The Final Adventures of Norton, the Perfect Cat, and His Imperfect Human BR 13886 by Peter Gethers 2 volumes In the latest tale of his Scottish Fold cat Norton, Gethers realizes that nothing lives forever. He recalls how Norton taught him lessons of loving and coping with illness after the cat developed kidney problems and then cancer. Sequel to A Cat Abroad(BR 9458). Some strong language. 2001. A Dog Called Perth: The True Story of a Beagle BR 14286 by Peter Martin 2 volumes The author and his wife adopted their beagle, Perth, as a puppy in 1965. Perth proved to be a loyal member of the family and an adventurous companion. She endured family additions, a number of moves, and even several months as a runaway. 2001. The Gift of Birds: True Encounters with Avian Spirits BR 14271 edited by Larry Habegger and Amy Greimann Carlson 2 volumes Over two dozen tales involving people and their encounters with birds. In "Crazy Courage," Louise Erdrich watches a blue jay battle a hawk. In "The Balinese Chicken," Alice Walker writes of being an almost-vegetarian. In "Close to the End," a birder wonders about the meaning of the Christmas Count. 1999. The Gift of Jazzy BR 14819 by Cindy Adams 2 volumes New York Post columnist Cindy Adams recalls the loneliness she felt after the death of her husband, comedian Joey Adams, in 1999—until a friend sent her a Yorkshire terrier. Adams describes her first year with Jazzy and how the puppy helped her love and laugh again. 2003. Great Vacations for You and Your Dog, USA, 2001–02 BR 14428 by National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 4 volumes State-by-state listings of U.S. facilities that accept dogs. Categories include dog camps, ranches, resorts, hotels, lodges, cabins, and campgrounds. Includes a description of each entry, the pet policy, and the 2001–02 rates. Also gives suggestions for vacationing with a dog in five major cities and general tips on traveling. 2001. The Lord God Made Them All BR 14213 by James Herriot 3 volumes Following World War II, James Herriot returns home to Yorkshire and his work treating the diseases and injuries of the area's farm animals. Postwar life is normal except for his trip to Russia with a load of pedigreed sheep. Sequel to All Things Wise and Wonderful (BR 5779). 1981. The New Work of Dogs: Tending to Life, Love, and Family BR 14833 by Jon Katz 2 volumes Journalist explores the changing role of dogs in the lives of their human owners, who increasingly view them as family members and depend on them for emotional support. But Katz suggests there may be a downside to this trend, despite its psychological benefits, for both people and pets. 2003. The Octopus and the Orangutan: More True Tales of Animal Intrigue, Intelligence, and Ingenuity BR 14781 by Eugene Linden 2 volumes More anecdotes from zookeepers, trainers, and veterinarians provide further evidence of the higher mental capabilities of animals. Includes a broad range of behaviors and new species, even an octopus reputed to pick the lock on its cage. The author explores the nature of intelligence in both animals and humans. Companion to The Parrot's Lament (BR 13191). 2002. A Practical Guide to Impractical Pets BR 14216 by Barbara Burn 4 volumes Advice on sharing your abode with any of eighty-four exotic pets—mammals, reptiles, birds, fish, and even some insects. Focuses on their care, health, feeding, and breeding. Categorizes the pets as easy, difficult, or impossible. 1997. The Ten Trusts: What We Must Do to Care for the Animals We Love BR 14810 by Jane Goodall and Marc Bekoff 2 volumes World-renowned conservationists propose ten principles to highlight humanity's role as stewards of the natural world. The authors share their vision of a future where people are compassionate and concerned for all living things. 2002. The Arts Brunelleschi's Dome: How a Renaissance Genius Reinvented Architecture BR 13856 by Ross King 2 volumes Discusses the intermittent construction during the 1300s of a cathedral in Florence that would require the largest dome in the world. Explains how this led to the 1418 competition for solving the architectural puzzle; how it was won by Filippo Brunelleschi, a clock- maker; and how he achieved engineering marvels. 2000. Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo BR 14458 by Hayden Herrera 6 volumes Portrait of the twentieth-century Mexican artist often identified with the surrealists. Discusses the bus accident that brought her chronic pain from age eighteen until her death at forty-seven. Covers her tempestuous marriage to muralist Diego Rivera. Explores the relation between her paintings and her physical and mental anguish. Some strong language. 1983. History of Art for Young People BR 14413 by H.W. Janson and Anthony F. Janson 9 volumes Provides basic coverage of art in Europe and North America— from prehistoric to modern times—covering painting, sculpture, and architecture. Discusses concepts, events, movements, symbols, techniques, and major figures. For junior and senior high readers. 2003. Astronomy Heavenly Errors: Misconceptions about the Real Nature of the Universe by Neil F. Comins 2 volumes Astronomy professor identifies common misconceptions about the cosmos. Topics range from false notions regarding distant galaxies to erroneous theories about what causes tides and seasons and which planet is the hottest. He emphasizes the origins of incorrect ideas, how to avoid them, and how to change them. 2001. Mars: The Lure of the Red Planet BR 13810 by William Sheehan and Stephen James O'Meara 4 volumes Two editors of Sky and Telescope magazine provide an overview of sky watchers' fascination with Mars. They discuss the personalities of astronomers who have observed the Red Planet and the mysteries that captivated their interest. Covers scientific research of the planet from Ptolemy to the twentieth-century U.S. space program. 2001. Our Cosmic Habitat BR 14495 by Martin Rees 2 volumes Astronomer Royal of Great Britain explores the nature of the solar system and related issues—among them the Big Bang theory, probabilities for life, the idea that our universe is part of an enormous multiverse, whether the universe is decelerating or accelerating, and the direction of new theories. 2001. Biography Almost There: The Onward Journey of a Dublin Woman BR 14622 by Nuala O'Faolain 2 volumes Continuation of a memoir begun in Are You Somebody? (BR 11561). Irish journalist writes of her middle-age tension, swinging between wanting to be alone and being lonely. Describes moving to New York City and trying to write her first novel at age fifty-eight. 2003. Banvard's Folly: Thirteen Tales of Renowned Obscurity, Famous Anonymity, and Rotten Luck BR 13774 by Paul Collins 3 volumes Wry biographical essays about people of fleeting fame, selected from across the centuries and around the world. One such was John Banvard, a famous artist whose paintings made him a millionaire in the 1850s, but who died a pauper, his works destroyed, his name unrecognized in the twenty- first century. 2001. A Beautiful Mind: A Biography of John Forbes Nash Jr., Winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, 1994 BR 13881 by Sylvia Nasar 6 volumes The life of a mathematical genius who contributed to game theory, computer architecture, the study of the universe, and the mystery of prime numbers—all before age thirty. Then schizophrenia enveloped his mind and he spent thirty more years in and out of mental hospitals before a spontaneous recovery returned him to the world of research. 1998. Borrowed Finery: A Memoir BR 14313 by Paula Fox 2 volumes Born in 1923, the author describes her chaotic childhood after her bohemian parents abandon her first in a foundling home, then with a clergyman, and later with an assortment of strange relatives and drinking buddies. Fox, in turn, relinquishes her newborn daughter for adoption. Some strong language. 1999. Charles Lindbergh and the Spirit of St. Louis BR 14296 by Dominick A. Pisano and F. Robert van der Linden 1 volume Celebrates the twenty-five-year-old American pilot who made the first solo nonstop flight from New York to Paris across the Atlantic in 1927. Discusses his aviation career, his flying skills, his political ineptitude, and his environmental concerns. For senior high and older readers. 2002. The Cry of the Gull BR 13989 by Emmanuelle Laborit 2 volumes Autobiography of deaf French actress born to hearing parents. She explains the difficulties she encountered as a result of not being exposed to sign language until she was seven. Discusses being bilingual, with sign language as her primary means of communication and French as her second language. 1998. The Day I Fired Alan Ladd and Other World War II Adventures BR 14588 by A.E. Hotchner 1 volume Playwright lightheartedly reminisces about his World War II military service on the home front. He includes anecdotes about producing warfare films, writing a musical, editing a military magazine, and encountering famous personalities. Some strong language. 2002. Dirt under My Nails: An American Farmer and Her Changing Land BR 14364 by Marilee Foster 1 volume Deep, rich detail colors a celebration of the author's decision to return to a career on the family farm in Sagaponack, New York (on eastern Long Island), after attending college in Wisconsin. Contrasts the area's natural beauty, described in seasonal progression from winter to fall, with the negative effects wrought by encroaching development. 2002. A Girl Named Zippy: Growing Up Small in Mooreland, Indiana BR 14575 by Haven Kimmel 2 volumes Memoir of growing up in the late 1960s and 1970s in a mid- America hamlet of three hundred people. Nicknamed "Zippy" (after a fast-moving chimpanzee on TV), the author recounts childhood incidents involving her family, best friend Julie, and school. In the process, she describes her community. Bestseller. 2001. Kitchen Privileges: A Memoir BR 14535 by Mary Higgins Clark 2 volumes Mystery writer pens her autobiography describing events that led to her successful career. Depicts her love-filled Irish upbringing in the Bronx during the depression, a happy marriage that ended in tragedy, and the 1975 surprise success of her first mystery Where Are the Children? (BR 15161). Some strong language. 2002. Love across Color Lines: Ottilie Assing and Frederick Douglass BR 14461 by Maria Diedrich 6 volumes Harvard University research fellow examines the nineteenth- century relationship between Frederick Douglass and his female friend and translator, Ottilie Assing. Details the growth of emotional and intellectual ties between the white German journalist and the black abolitionist (a former slave) in an era of class and racial discrimination. 1999. My Love Affair with America: The Cautionary Tale of a Cheerful Conservative BR 14319 by Norman Podhoretz 2 volumes Former Commentary editor examines his childhood and school years in New York, his acculturation, and his shift of political alliances from liberalism to conservatism. He attributes his change in philosophy to his faith, long- standing love of country, and strong antipathy to anti- American statements and activities. 2000. The Olive Farm: A Memoir of Life, Love, and Olive Oil in the South of France BR 14322 by Carol Drinkwater 3 volumes A British actress recalls how she and her soon-to-be husband, Michel, a pair of romantics, purchased a rundown property near the Mediterranean. Describes their restoration adventures transforming derelict orchards to excellent olive-oil producers and creating a wonderful living space for family and friends. 2001. Revere Beach Elegy: A Memoir of Home and Beyond BR 14382 by Roland Merullo 2 volumes Depicts Roland Merullo's youth in an Italian American home in the working-class neighborhood of Revere, Massachusetts. Class and family figure prominently in Merullo's life as he follows his fate to the Ivy League, the Peace Corps, and beyond. Merullo endures poverty and familial disapproval while struggling as a writer. 2002. A Thousand Days in Venice: An Unexpected Romance BR 14672 by Marlena de Blasi 2 volumes Journalist, restaurant critic, and chef shares her tale of leaving her home, her grown children, and her job to marry a Venetian she barely knew. Describes how they built a life together with Italian food their only common language. Part romance, part food guide. Includes her recipes. 2002. Blindness and Physical Handicaps Adaptive Technologies for Learning and Work Environments BR 14560 by Joseph J. Lazzaro 3 volumes Describes, in nontechnical terms, how to increase one's independence by adapting personal computers for sensory, physical, speech, and learning disabilities. Lists assistive equipment available on the market and describes the basics of computer hardware. Updates 1993 edition of the same title. 2001. Alandra's Lilacs BR 13800 by Tressa Bowers 1 volume A hearing mother—only a teenager herself when her daughter Alandra was born—recalls the difficulties of confirming her suspicions of Alandra's deafness. Bowers addresses the subsequent communication and education issues of raising a deaf child. Discusses medical misunderstandings and emotional concerns in the family. 1999. All for Love: Continents of Exile BR 13773 by Ved Mehta 3 volumes Blind since the age of four, the New Yorker staff writer continues his autobiographical series. Mehta scrutinizes failed love affairs with four women to determine "the truth of exactly what happened . . . the effect of love on one's sense of self." 2001. Braille Books 2001–2002 BR 14845 by National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 3 volumes A catalog of braille books produced during 2001 and 2002 by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. Separate sections list fiction and nonfiction by subject categories. Young adult books and Grade 1 braille books are also included. 2003. The Cry of the Gull BR 13989 by Emmanuelle Laborit 2 volumes Autobiography of deaf French actress born to hearing parents. She explains the difficulties she encountered as a result of not being exposed to sign language until she was seven. Discusses being bilingual, with sign language as her primary means of communication and French as her second language. 1998. The Difference That Disability Makes BR 14770 by Rod Michalko 2 volumes Blind Canadian professor defines the way society perceives people with handicaps and usually associates impairment with suffering. Explores why disabled persons are either feared or considered useless, illustrating with anecdotes from his own experience. Some strong language. 2002. Disabled Rights: American Disability Policy and the Fight for Equality BR 14882 by Jacqueline Vaughn Switzer 4 volumes History and politics of the disability rights movement in the United States. Discusses how the disability community has coalesced in the past fifty years to press its demands and how passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act has shaped public policy and individual expectations. Also reviews ADA-related litigation and some "hot button" issues. 2003. Freedom for the Blind: The Secret Is Empowerment BR 14467 by James H. Omvig 2 volumes A blind attorney and rehabilitation professional draws upon his own knowledge and experience to outline some ways blind people can enrich and improve their lives and careers. Omvig promotes the development of new philosophies and strategies that challenge traditional methods of rehabilitation for blind persons in the United States. 2002. Health Insurance Resource Manual: A Guide for People with Chronic Disease and Disability BR 14807 by Dorothy E. Northrop and Stephen E. Cooper 2 volumes Explains managed care health insurance plans, Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid and federal laws covering them. Also lists resources for high-risk individuals state by state. 2003. Independent Living without Sight and Hearing BR 14822 by Richard Kinney 1 volume A guide written by a deaf-blind educator for deaf-blind young people and adults. Offers advice on how deaf- blind people can make the most of touch and other senses, how they can communicate more effectively, and how they can better order their daily lives. 1972. Job-Hunting for the So-Called Handicapped or People Who Have Disabilities BR 14098 by Richard Nelson Bolles and Dale S. Brown 2 volumes In this updated edition of the popular guidebook first published in 1991, the authors explain the hiring process in the context of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). They present job-hunting strategies and tips, offer advice for the interviewing process, including research and face-to-face issues, and suggest other resources available. 2001. Living with Vision Problems: The Sourcebook for Blindness and Vision Impairment BR 14343 by Jill Sardegna and Allan Richard Rutzen 5 volumes Brief discussion of vision problems: causes, prevention, treatment, and coping techniques. Substantial A-to-Z section of concise entries on medical terminology, health and social concerns, adaptive devices, and many other relevant topics. Includes appendixes for further resources. 2002. Long Time, No See BR 14821 by Beth Finke 2 volumes NPR commentator's memoir of confronting blindness from diabetic retinopathy. Includes medical information pertinent to her personal experience as she discusses going blind as a twenty-six-year-old newlywed, having and caring for a multiply disabled child, using a talking-computer setup, and acquiring a guide dog to support her independence. Some strong language. 2003. Make Them Go Away: Clint Eastwood, Christopher Reeve, and the Case against Disability Rights BR 14901 by Mary Johnson 3 volumes Journalist explores the backlash against the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act and society's focus on medical treatment rather than equal opportunities. Discusses Clint Eastwood's decision to fight a lawsuit for access violations, Christopher Reeve's goal to walk again, and the proposed ADA Notification Act. 2003. A Matter of Dignity: Changing the Lives of the Disabled BR 14083 by Andrew Potok 2 volumes The author of Ordinary Daylight (RC 16674) portrays activists, technicians, health professionals, and others working to improve the everyday lives of people with disabilities through technological progress or advances in public policy and awareness. Potok discusses independence, quality of life, and dignity, relating these issues to his own experience with retinitis pigmentosa. 2002. My Path Leads to Tibet: The Inspiring Story of How One Young Blind Woman Brought Hope to the Blind Children of Tibet BR 14654 by Sabriye Tenberken 2 volumes The author recounts her journey to Tibet, where she opened a school for blind children to teach them the Tibetan braille system she devised while a University of Bonn student. Tenberken describes losing her sight at age twelve, her education, establishing her school, and founding the organization Braille without Borders. 2000. No Finish Line: My Life as I See It BR 14414 by Marla Runyan 2 volumes Memoirs of the first legally blind athlete to compete in the Olympic Games. Discovering that attitude can be more disabling than vision loss, Marla describes how she overcame difficulties at school by playing the violin and becoming a competitive runner. 2001. Not Much of a Muchness BR 14826 edited by Marc Maurer 1 volume Nine accounts by blind people about work and everyday routines. Includes editor Marc Maurer's recollections of campus life at the University of Notre Dame, a young man's reflections on choosing a career in music, and a home owner's musings on his neighbors' surprise that he works around the house. 2002. Nothing Is Impossible: Reflections on a New Life BR 14470 by Christopher Reeve 1 volume Christopher Reeve, quadriplegic since an equestrian accident in 1995, contemplates what a successful life comprises. Offers his thoughts on parenting, religion, advocacy, faith, recovery, and keeping a sense of humor along with hope. 2002. People of Vision: A History of the American Council of the Blind BR 14800 by James J. Megivern and Marjorie L. Megivern 9 volumes Chronicle of the forty-year-old advocacy organization, American Council of the Blind (ACB), including its split with the National Federation of the Blind in 1961. The work, based on the private papers of founding member Durward McDaniel and conversations with other ACB members, also explores earlier activism on behalf of blind people. 2003. The Reading Fingers: Life of Louis Braille, 1809–1852 BR 14555 by Jean Roblin 1 volume First authoritative English-language biography of the French inventor of braille text. Covers Braille's family background and how he became blind. Discusses his education, love for music, and contribution to intellectual advancement through his raised-dot system for reading. Translated from French. 1952. Safari BR 14165 edited by Marc Maurer 1 volume Nine personal accounts, edited by the president of the National Federation of the Blind, in which blind people explain the need to be perceived as ordinary human beings. Includes accounts by a scoutmaster who hikes the Grand Canyon and a college student who barters his ironing ability for rides. 2001. The Story of My Life BR 14704 by Helen Keller 4 volumes The restored classic autobiography of an exceptional young woman and her companion, originally published in 1903, with 2003 commentary by editor Roger Shattuck. Helen Keller's own account of her transformation is followed by her teacher Anne Sullivan's record of their early years together and insights of Anne's husband, John Macy. 1903. Summit BR 14827 edited by Marc Maurer 1 volume Seven blind persons recall how they have reached the summit as they scaled "personal mountains." "To Climb Every Mountain" describes Erik Weihenmayer's successful ascent of Mt. Everest. Other chapters recount a blind student's camp counselor job and a teenager's conquest of the fear of losing her physical freedom on becoming blind. 2002. Touch the Top of the World: A Blind Man's Journey to Climb Farther than the Eye Can See BR 14512 by Erik Weihenmayer 3 volumes In this adventure-packed memoir, the author recalls rebelling against becoming blind by age fifteen. Relates acquiring a passion for mountaineering and developing the character traits that enabled him to succeed. Covers his climbing exploits and his wedding on top of Mount Kilimanjaro. Some strong language. 2001. Winning Sounds like This: A Season with the Women's Basketball Team at Gallaudet, the World's Only University for the Deaf BR 14370 by Wayne Coffey 2 volumes A sportswriter chronicles the 1999–2000 women's basketball season at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. The Bisons, made up of deaf students, compete against hearing teams in the NCAA Division III. Their coach, Kitty Baldridge, a hearing child of deaf parents, communicates in American Sign Language. 2002. Business and Economics A Beautiful Mind: A Biography of John Forbes Nash Jr., Winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, 1994 BR 13881 by Sylvia Nasar 6 volumes The life of a mathematical genius who contributed to game theory, computer architecture, the study of the universe, and the mystery of prime numbers—all before age thirty. Then schizophrenia enveloped his mind and he spent thirty more years in and out of mental hospitals before a spontaneous recovery returned him to the world of research. 1998. The Big Fix: How the Pharmaceutical Industry Rips Off American Consumers BR 14994 by Katharine Greider 2 volumes Reporter analyzes the aggressive marketing and pricing practices of pharmaceutical companies while also recognizing the enormous benefits of their products in reducing pain and controlling illness. Discusses secret drug price policies, efforts to extend patent protection for high-priced blockbusters, research schemes, and advertising gimmicks that promote prescription drugs and increase health care costs. 2003. The Company: A Short History of a Revolutionary Idea BR 14789 by John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge 2 volumes Economist editors examine the history of the limited- liability joint-stock corporation—"the most important organization in the world"—from 3000 B.C. to the twenty- first century. The authors argue that companies have given the West a great competitive advantage and have, on the whole, evolved toward a more socially responsible posture. 2003. The Essential Galbraith BR 14092 by John Kenneth Galbraith 3 volumes Key selections from five decades of writing on economic topics. In introductions written in 2001, the author places the essays in historical context and comments on their continued relevance. The last entry is Galbraith's speech "The Unfinished Business of the Century," given at the London School of Economics in 1999. 2001. The Nature of Economies BR 14351 by Jane Jacobs 2 volumes The author posits that the laws of economics follow the laws of nature, and that economies and ecosystems develop in the same way. She presents her arguments in the form of a conversation among five fictional intellectuals in New York. 2000. Not Just a Living: The Complete Guide to Creating a Business That Gives You a Life BR 14674 by Mark Henricks 2 volumes Journalist turned freelance writer discusses the pros and cons of being a "lifestyle entrepreneur"—someone who starts a business for lifestyle reasons rather than financial rewards. Discusses personal suitability, timing, and practicalities. 2002. Typing and Keyboarding for Everyone with Typing Tutor 6 BR 13757 by Nathan Levine 2 volumes A home study course with complete instructions in the fundamentals of touch keyboarding. Contains information on business letter format and advice on using a computer. 1998. Classics Greek Myths BR 14772 retold by Robert Graves 2 volumes Covers the creation myths; the legends of the great Olympians; the Theseus, Oedipus, and Heracles cycles; the Argonaut voyage; the tale of Troy; and more. Contains references to the classical sources and includes inter- pretations of myths in light of archaeological and anthropological research. 1955. Tales from Ovid BR 13929 by Ted Hughes 2 volumes A translation from the original Latin into twentieth- century English of twenty-four tales from Ovid's poem Metamorphoses (RC 26228). Hughes, who was England's poet laureate, brought a vigorous contemporary tone to his renditions of such Romanized Greek myths and legends as "Echo and Narcissus," "Venus and Adonis," "Arachne," "Midas," and "Pyramus and Thisbe." 1997. Computers Absolute Beginner's Guide to Creating Web Pages BR 14719 by Todd Stauffer 6 volumes For a person with basic computer literacy, this manual explains HTML and XHTML standards for building Web pages and managing and augmenting sites. Discusses what is needed to get started, interactions with users, publishing tools, and the basics of JavaScript. 2002. Absolute Beginner's Guide to Microsoft Windows XP BR 14708 by Shelley O'Hara 3 volumes Explains the fundamentals of Windows XP for the nontechnical user. Covers starting programs, sending e- mails, searching the Internet, downloading music, watching videos, printing reports, and performing other tasks. 2003. Computer and Web Resources for People with Disabilities: A Guide to Exploring Today's Assistive Technology BR 13816 by Alliance for Technology Access 4 volumes Provides an overview of the hardware, software, and other considerations surrounding computer resources for people with disabilities. Includes personal stories about using technology in daily life. Discusses braille displays, braille embossers and translators, and speech synthesizers among other products. Foreword by Stephen Hawking. Third edition. 2000. The Difference Engine: Charles Babbage and the Quest to Build the First Computer BR 14093 by Doron Swade 3 volumes London Science Museum director describes the efforts of British mathematician/inventor Charles Babbage (1791–1871) to construct a calculating machine for use in navigation, science, engineering, and banking. Chronicles not only his life and times but also the latter-day building of the first working Babbage engine—in time to celebrate his bicentenary. 2000. Emergence: The Connected Lives of Ants, Brains, Cities, and Software BR 13846 by Steven Johnson 3 volumes Weaves together biology, sociology, archaeology, and computer science to show how a collective can be smarter than any one of its members. Predicts that "artificial emergence" in software technology—the multiplication of intelligent self-organizing interactive feedback systems— will influence the evolution of human culture. 2001. HTML and XHTML: The Definitive Guide BR 13934 by Chuck Musciano and Bill Kennedy 8 volumes Beginners' guide to creating web documents, starting with basic syntax and semantics. Maintains that instructions require a computer, a text editor that creates ASCII text files, and web browsers such as Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer to design informative documents. Discusses HTML 4.01 and XHTML 1.0. 2000. Consumerism Beyond the Grave: The Right Way and the Wrong Way of Leaving Money to Your Children (and Others) BR 13771 by Gerald M. Condon and Jeffrey L. Condon 4 volumes Two attorneys, father and son, discuss the emotional and psychological aspects of inheritance and family conflicts that can arise. Includes information on living trusts, wills, avoiding probate, the IRS, grandchildren, disabled children, second spouses, pets, and more. 2001. The Complete and Easy Guide to Social Security, Healthcare Rights, and Government Benefits BR 14371 by Faustin F. Jehle 3 volumes Guide to monetary and health care benefits under social security, medi- care and medicaid, HMOs, and other governmental programs. Includes information on disability, veterans, living wills, supplemental security income, and patients' rights (including that of appeal). 2000. Damned Lies and Statistics: Untangling Numbers from the Media, Politicians, and Activists BR 13790 by Joel Best 2 volumes Sociology professor explains how to examine and critically evaluate statistics encountered in everyday situations, on television, in newspapers, and in advertising. Recommends specific methods for detecting misrepresentations in reports of percentages, averages, rates, and other statistical manipulations. 2001. New Fix-It-Yourself Manual BR 14759 8 volumes A Reader's Digest guide for repairing items around the house and in the yard. Discusses inside and outside tools for troubleshooting problems with furniture, plumbing, large and small appliances, home electronics, and sports and recreation equipment. 1996. Cooking Best-Ever Cake Decorating BR 14734 by Angela Nilsen and Sarah Maxwell 3 volumes Step-by-step instructions for decorating over 100 cakes in both classic and contemporary designs. Provides basic cake and frosting recipes—royal and butter icings, marzipan, and glacé. Describes techniques for creating novelty baked items for special occasions, holidays, and children's parties—elephants, beehives, clowns, and dinosaurs 1999. The Church Supper Cookbook: A Special Collection of Over 375 Potluck Recipes from Families and Churches across the Country BR 14731 edited by David Joachim 3 volumes Collection of favorite family recipes from the best cooks in churches and neighborhoods across America, handed down from generation to generation. Provides family-size recipes for meats and seafood, soups, salads, vegetables, breads, cakes, pies, and cookies. Includes section on cooking for big crowds. 2001. The Clueless Baker: Baking from Scratch—Easy as Pie BR 14682 by Evelyn Raab 2 volumes In this companion to Clueless in the Kitchen (BR 11857), the author explains the basic skills and equipment needed by the successful baker. Includes recipes and instructions for making breads, cookies, cakes, pies, and other goodies from scratch. For junior and senior high readers. 2001. The Clueless Vegetarian: A Cookbook for the Aspiring Vegetarian BR 14735 by Evelyn Raab 2 volumes Describes different types of vegetarian diets and the nutritional information necessary for optimum health. Provides easy recipes that would appeal to teenagers interested in a meatless lifestyle. For junior and senior high readers. 2000. Company's Coming: Make-Ahead Meals BR 14908 by Jean Paré 2 volumes Collection of recipes from appetizers to desserts designed to prepare now and use later. Includes recipes for complete dishes, as well as make- ahead basic recipes that can be combined later with various ingredients to create numerous meals. Preparation times and freezing and storage instructions are also included. 2002. Cookies for Christmas BR 14218 edited by Jennifer Dorland Darling 2 volumes Collection of more than one hundred Christmas cookie recipes from the Better Homes and Gardens test kitchen. Includes cutout, shaped, sliced, dropped, and bar cookies that feature old world favorites and new cookie ideas with a flavor twist. 1999. Fix-It and Forget-It Cookbook: Feasting with Your Slow Cooker BR 14192 by Dawn J. Ranck and Phyllis Pellman Good 5 volumes More than 800 recipes for foods prepared using slow cookers, including appetizers, snacks, and spreads; breakfast foods; soups and stews; main dishes; vegetables; and desserts. The authors have included numerous helpful hints to aid in the use of slow cookers. Bestseller. 2002. How to Read a French Fry: And Other Stories of Intriguing Kitchen Science BR 13911 by Russ Parsons 3 volumes Examines the fundamentals of cooking such as baking, boiling, frying, and roasting and explains the scientific principles behind them. Discusses how to improve cooking skills by providing little-known culinary facts, offering practical tips, and sharing more than one hundred recipes. 2001. Joy of Cooking Christmas Cookies BR 14554 by Irma S. Rombauer and Ethan Becker 2 volumes Collection of over seventy-five recipes for various types of cookies including bar, drop, rolled, filled, hand shaped, and molded. Also shares recipes for icings and glazes and holiday drinks such as eggnog, hot cocoa, espresso, and mulled cider. 1996. The Lore of Spices: Their History, Nature, and Uses around the World BR 14564 by J.O. Swahn 2 volumes A cultural history of spices with botanical facts, advice on usage, anecdotes, and a few recipes. Grouped by geographical origins—European, East Indies, and New World— spices covered range from mustard, onions, and mint to ginger, cinnamon, coriander, sesame, vanilla, and the universals, sugar and salt. 1991. Middle Eastern Cooking: A Practical Guide BR 14141 by Samia Abdennour 1 volume Offers more than two hundred recipes for appetizers, breakfasts, and main courses. Selections include hummus, stuffed artichokes, couscous, stuffed cabbage, eggplant fritters, lamb stew, lentil soup, and stuffed zucchini cooked in yogurt. Each entry identifies the country of origin, the local name of the dish, and its American counterpart. 1997. Mr. Food Cooking by the Calendar: Fifty-two Weeks of Year- Round Favorites BR 14709 by Art Ginsburg 2 volumes Mr. Food offers recipes, from simple to sophisticated, for each week of the year. In addition to selections for the major holidays, he suggests creations for a midwinter picnic, campfire cooking, state fair goodies, an English tea, and an ice cream sampler. 1999. The Naked Chef BR 13997 by Jamie Oliver 2 volumes Jamie Oliver, a.k.a. "the Naked Chef," is featured on a British Broadcasting Corporation television series. He pares down over one hundred recipes to the basics, using staple ingredients from the cupboard and garden. Includes soups, salads, homemade pasta, bread, dessert, vegetables, meat, poultry, and game. 2000. A New Way to Cook BR 14476 by Sally Schneider 8 volumes A professional chef replaces the high fat content found in many dishes while maintaining the flavors of the food. Contains more than six hundred recipes that allow eating everything in moderation by using cooking techniques for tasty but healthy meals. 2001. Pillsbury Doughboy Family-Pleasing Recipes: 170 Super-Fast and Easy Recipes That Everyone Will Love BR 14562 2 volumes Recipes for quick, simple, and nutritious meals that are easy to prepare by all family members, including children, by using mostly packaged, frozen, and preserved items. 2001. Strong Women Eat Well: Nutritional Strategies for a Healthy Body and Mind BR 13862 by Miriam E. Nelson 3 volumes Discusses nutrition and its scientific basis—including the national guidelines presented in the Food Guide Pyramid. Promotes consumption of water, whole grains, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Explains how to read labels on packaged foods. Contains fifty healthy and easy-to-prepare recipes. Companion to Strong Women, Strong Bones (BR 13186). 2001. Crime A Cold Case BR 13888 by Philip Gourevitch 1 volume In 1997 New York City detective Andy Rosenzweig reopens a 1970 double homicide case when he remembers that he had known one of the victims. Frank Koehler, the now-elderly murderer with a new identity, confesses without a hint of remorse after Andy traces and apprehends him. Strong language and some violence. 2001. Severed: The True Story of the Black Dahlia Murder BR 14314 by John Gilmore 2 volumes Investigation of the infamous 1947 Hollywood case of a murdered aspiring starlet. Nicknamed the "Black Dahlia" by her party crowd, Elizabeth Short was twenty-two when she was killed. Traces her life and that of the main suspect, who was never convicted. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 1994. Soliah: The Sara Jane Olson Story BR 14844 by Sharon Darby Hendry 3 volumes Biography of Minnesota soccer mom Sara Jane Olson, arrested in 1999 for terrorist activities in the 1970s when she was a member of the Symbionese Liberation Army—notorious for the kidnapping of newspaper heiress Patricia Hearst. Olson changed her name from Kathleen Soliah and remained underground for decades. Some strong language. 2002. The Spy Who Stayed Out in the Cold: The Secret Life of FBI Double Agent Robert Hanssen BR 13999 by Adrian Havill 3 volumes Traces the life and crimes of convicted FBI spy Robert Hanssen. Analyzing his motives and personality, delves into his membership in the Catholic organization Opus Dei, his non-sexual relationship with a stripper, and the vast damage his information did to the country. Some strong language. 2001. Diet and Nutrition Curves: Permanent Results without Permanent Dieting BR 14914 by Gary Heavin and Carol Colman 3 volumes Fitness center founder Gary Heavin demonstrates how to achieve permanent weight loss by modifying one's lifestyle to include a fitness program and healthy eating habits. Includes examples of specific exercises and sample menus that raise the metabolic rate and lead to loss of unwanted pounds. Bestseller. 2003. The Volumetrics Weight-Control Plan: Feel Full on Fewer Calories BR 13734 by Barbara Rolls and Robert A. Barnett 3 volumes Discusses research on the science of satiety—the feeling of fullness at the end of a meal. Avers that the right food choices will lead to fewer calories and to subsequent weight loss. Includes a menu plan and guide to an active lifestyle. 2000. Drama The American Dream and The Zoo Story: Two Plays BR 14815 by Edward Albee 1 volume Two early works by an award-winning playwright. One is a satire of American family life. In The Zoo Story, Albee's first performed play, a confrontation between two widely dissimilar men leads to some wrenching personal revelations by both. 1959. Cawdor, a Long Poem and Medea, after Euripides BR 14267 by Robinson Jeffers 2 volumes Cawdor is a verse narrative, first published in 1928, that tells of a widower whose new young wife falls in love with his son. Medea is a verse adaptation of Euripides' drama about humiliation and revenge brought on by divorce. Some violence. 1946. Murder in the Cathedral BR 14494 by T.S. Eliot 1 volume A verse play by Nobel Prize-winner T.S. Eliot (1888–1965) about the 1170 murder of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket, at the royal behest of Henry II. Concerns issues of faith, politics, and the common good. 1935. Wit: A Play BR 13833 by Margaret Edson 1 volume A fifty-year-old professor, Vivian Bearing, PhD, specializing in John Donne's sonnets, is diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer. She undergoes an aggressive treatment for the benefit of research and in the process discovers her repressed need for human kindness. Some strong language. Pulitzer Prize. 1999. Education Between Church and State: Religion and Public Education in a Multicultural America BR 14451 by James W. Fraser 3 volumes Examines the often-thorny relationship between religious institutions and public schools since the seventeenth century. Explores literacy movements among African Americans and missionary impacts among Native Americans. Alleges that 1990s controversies over creationism and school vouchers indicate public ambivalence about secularism and its long-term impact on children. 1999. Choosing Excellence: "Good Enough" Schools Are Not Good Enough BR 13885 by John Merrow 3 volumes Discusses academic excellence, presenting arguments and strategies for improving public education. Examines parental concerns about standardized tests, emphasis on computer technology, homework, school safety, charter schools, and special education. Book ties in with the Public Broadcasting System program "School Sleuth." 2001. GED Basics 2002: Updated for the All-New GED! BR 14054 by Nancy Lawrence 4 volumes Introductory guide to the revised General Educational Development (GED) exam, required for a high school equivalency diploma. Offers practice exercises for adult basic knowledge in language arts (writing and reading), social studies, science, and mathematics. Provides study tips, strategies, and techniques for scoring high. 2002. One Day, All Children . . . : The Unlikely Triumph of Teach for America and What I Learned along the Way BR 13870 by Wendy Kopp 2 volumes Princeton graduate Kopp explains how she originated the idea of forming Teach for America—a national corps of recent college graduates who commit two years to teaching in disadvantaged urban and rural public schools. Discusses the difficulties and joys of turning her dream into a practical reality. 2001. Radical Equations: Math Literacy and Civil Rights BR 13801 by Robert P. Moses and Charles E. Cobb 3 volumes Activist and MacArthur Award-winning educator Moses and journalist Cobb offer their vision of school reform based on the Algebra Project, a math-literacy program that has proven effective in disadvantaged communities. Moses argues that competence in math and science is prerequisite for economic empowerment and full citizenship. 2001. The Teenagers' Guide to School outside the Box BR 14119 by Rebecca Greene 3 volumes Explores alternative education for teens including internships, apprenticeships, and volunteer opportunities as well as traveling, summer activities, and distance learning. Besides anecdotes from young people, the author includes advice on resume writing and provides resources for further information. For senior high readers. 2001. Family The Father and the Son: My Father's Journey into the Monastic Life BR 14457 by Matt Murray 2 volumes A Wall Street Journal reporter offers a portrait of his family that is centered around his widowed father's spiritual quest. Traces his parent's conversion from a police civil-service administrator to a Benedictine monk and an ordained priest. Explains the impact of a father's religious encounters on his family. 1999. The Pocket Parent BR 13910 by Gail Reichlin and Caroline Winkler 3 volumes Addresses some of the most troubling issues facing parents of two- to five-year-olds. Down-to-earth solutions to such child rearing problems as surviving "morning crazies," discipline, playmates, manners and mealtime, explaining death, instilling self-esteem, potty training, and bedtime. 2001. The Primal Teen: What the New Discoveries about the Teenage Brain Tell Us about Our Kids BR 14777 by Barbara Strauch 2 volumes Science editor from the New York Times collates scientific brain research to illustrate that more than hormones regulate teenage behavior. Asserts that parental understanding can assist youth to pass more smoothly through adolescence. Explains why some teens sleep until noon and have mood swings. 2003. Folktales The Classic Fairy Tales BR 14609 by Iona Opie and Peter Opie 3 volumes Presents twenty-four of the best- known fairy tales in the exact words in which they were first published in English. The authors provide a historical introduction chronicling the development of each story and the curious changes that appeared over the centuries. Designed for adult readers. 1974. Rooted in America: Foodlore of Popular Fruits and Vegetables BR 13740 edited by David Scofield Wilson and Angus Kress Gillespie 4 volumes Ten essays exploring the cultural impact of various fruits and vegetables on society. Apples bring to mind Halloween and Johnny Appleseed. Bananas inspire visions of Carmen Miranda wearing a fruit-bowl hat of bananas. Hot peppers make one think of bowls of chili. Also mentions corn, oranges, tobacco, and tomatoes. 1999. Gardening Essential Gardening for Teens BR 14942 by Ruth Chasek 1 volume Beginners' guide to planning and planting an outdoor plot or container garden. Provides advice on site selection, choosing plants, soil preparation, space design, growing plants from seeds, and garden care. For junior and senior high readers. 2000. Four Seasons in Five Senses: Things Worth Savoring BR 14762 by David Mas Masumoto 2 volumes Japanese American organic farmer reflects on what can be seen, touched, heard, smelled, and tasted on his family's California farm. Observing cycles of renewal and harvest and recognizing realities of small-scale farming in the age of agribusiness, Masumoto, Harvest Son (BR 12668), groups his essays in five clusters, each identified with one of the senses. 2003. The Ultimate Container Gardener: All You Need to Know to Create Plantings for Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter BR 14261 by Stephanie Donaldson 2 volumes Describes how to display flowers, herbs, and other plants in baskets, window boxes, or hanging containers for both inside and outside the home. Advice with instructions for year-round cultivation and selection of items for color, fragrance, and location. 2001. Wild about Herbs BR 14530 by Roger Tabor 3 volumes Advice on growing and preserving more than one hundred useful herbs— including tarragon, chamomile, fennel, licorice, basil, blackberry, and dandelion—and some toxic ones. Suggests practical applications for culinary and therapeutic purposes. Provides recipes and directions for home use and crafts. 2002. General Robert's Rules in Plain English BR 13741 by Doris P. Zimmerman 1 volume Condenses the acknowledged parliamentary authority, Scott, Foresman Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (BR 10608), to present the rules for organizing, influencing, and expediting meetings in a straightforward manner. 1997. Schott's Original Miscellany BR 14934 by Ben Schott 3 volumes Unique collection of trivia that covers such topics as the longest word in English, knitting abbreviations, deities of various cultures, English monarchs, American diner slang, chat-room acronyms, and the Order of Service for the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales. Bestseller. 2002. Government and Politics Bush at War BR 14429 by Bob Woodward 3 volumes Reconstructs the inner workings of the White House following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Draws on interviews with the principal power brokers—George W. Bush, Dick Cheney, Colin Powell, and Donald Rumsfeld—to recreate the processes by which decisions were reached to bomb Afghanistan and confront Iraq. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2002. Citizen McCain BR 14396 by Elizabeth Drew 2 volumes Describes the Arizona senator's successful attempt in 2001 to pass a bill to eliminate soft money contributions to political candidates. The author followed McCain for a year as he lined up support for his campaign reform project. 2002. Divided Minds: Intellectuals and the Civil Rights Movement BR 13848 by Carol Polsgrove 3 volumes Professor of journalism assesses the ambivalent responses by both black and white intellectuals—including Hannah Arendt, James Baldwin, Ralph Ellison, William Faulkner, Reinhold Niebuhr, and Richard Wright—to the civil rights movement during its most volatile years (1953–1965). Polsgrove charges many with moral culpability in their reluctance to support the struggle wholeheartedly. 2001. Fraud of the Century: Rutherford B. Hayes, Samuel Tilden, and the Stolen Election of 1876 BR 14834 by Roy Morris 4 volumes Traces the post-Civil War presidential election, which in America's centenary year pitted Ohio Republican governor Rutherford Hayes against New York Democratic governor Samuel Tilden. An electoral commission declared Hayes the winner after disputed southern returns and four months of backroom political intrigue by both parties. 2003. Inside Al Qaeda: Global Network of Terror BR 14262 by Rohan Gunaratna 4 volumes Scrutinizes this worldwide terrorist organization and its theater of operations country by country. Examines Al Qaeda's reach, strategic and tactical threat, mind-set, and messianic culture. Suggests ways for the international community to counter the movement. Based on five years of interviews, research, and travel. 2002. Living History BR 14703 by Hillary Rodham Clinton 6 volumes Former first lady's memoir of eight years in the White House that, she says, "tested my faith and political beliefs, my marriage and our nation's Constitution." Discusses how she and President Bill Clinton faced political opposition, legal challenges, personal tragedies, and the scandal of the Monica Lewinsky case. Bestseller. 2003. My Love Affair with America: The Cautionary Tale of a Cheerful Conservative BR 14319 by Norman Podhoretz 2 volumes Former Commentary editor examines his childhood and school years in New York, his acculturation, and his shift of political alliances from liberalism to conservatism. He attributes his change in philosophy to his faith, long- standing love of country, and strong antipathy to anti- American statements and activities. 2000. Of Paradise and Power: America and Europe in the New World Order BR 14599 by Robert Kagan 1 volume Neo-conservative scholar analyzes the divergence in foreign policies of western Europe and the United States in the context of terrorism from the Middle East. Discusses their different perceptions of threat in terms of power and ideology. Offers steps to reconciliation. Bestseller. 2003. The Oxford Fiftieth Anniversary Book of the United Nations BR 13901 by Charles Patterson 3 volumes History of the United Nations, from its creation in 1945. Describes the organization's charter, goals, and major agencies and programs. Discusses how the U.N. responds to world problems and the role it plays in peacekeeping. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1995. Robert's Rules of Order: Newly Revised BR 14142 by Henry M. Robert 8 volumes First published in 1876, this tenth edition of the manual of parliamentary procedure still serves as the recognized guide to running and participating effectively in meetings. Includes information on using technology for such electronic meetings as teleconferences, videoconferences, and e-mail. 2000. Terror and Liberalism BR 14830 by Paul Berman 2 volumes Liberal political and cultural critic examines the history and philosophy of totalitarianism leading up to the rise of Islamist extremism. Provides insights into terrorist ideologies and advocates strategic American interventions throughout the world to promote democracy. 2003. Wilson's Ghost: Reducing the Risk of Conflict, Killing, and Catastrophe in the 21st Century BR 13850 by Robert S. McNamara and James G. Blight 3 volumes Former secretary of defense McNamara and international relations professor Blight reaffirm the ideals of Woodrow Wilson in their advocacy of a more enlightened U.S. foreign policy in the twenty-first century. Discusses three main issues: risk of conflict between the great powers, ethnic and community violence within nations, and nuclear catastrophe. 2001. Hobbies and Crafts Candlemaking for the First Time BR 14164 by Vanessa-Ann 1 volume Comprehensive guide for beginners describing supplies, tools, and techniques that can be used to create simple or complex molded and scented candles. Provides step-by-step instructions for twenty-two projects. 2001. Crochet Your Way: A Learn-to- Crochet Afghan, Over Forty Projects for Home and Family, Easy-to- Understand Text and Symbols, Special Instructions for Left-Handers, EZ Reference Crochet Shorthand Chart BR 13488 by Gloria Tracy and Susan Levin 2 volumes Basic instructions for novices and techniques to extend the skills of experts. Presents step-by-step directions for creating an afghan using a different stitch in each block. Other projects range from sweaters, hats, and shoulder bags to bath mats and similar items. 2000. Crocheting in Plain English BR 14215 by Maggie Righetti 3 volumes Commonsense approach to this handcraft that is appropriate for beginners and informative for more advanced crocheters. Covers its history and basic preparations, planning projects and stitch techniques, easy-to-follow lessons, finishing touches, and sensible solutions to nagging problems. 1988. Hoyle's Rules of Games: Descriptions of Indoor Games of Skill and Chance, with Advice on Skillful Play; Based on the Foundations Laid Down by Edmond Hoyle, 1672–1769 BR 14229 edited by Philip D. Morehead and 4 volumes Revised and updated guide to rules, strategies, and odds for more than two hundred fifty games. Card games include bridge, cribbage, pinochle, poker, and solitaire—and their variations. Also contains instructions for backgammon, dominoes, Scrabble, children's games, and some computer games. 2001. Knitting from the Top BR 13932 by Barbara G. Walker 1 volume Explains how knitting from the top of the garment ensures a "perfect fit with the barest minimum of calculating." Covers basic designs for a raglan pullover and cardigan, seamless cape and skirt, reversible pants, sleeveless sweater, seamless set-in sleeve, and classic cap, among others. 1996 foreword. 1972. Knitting in Plain English BR 14167 by Maggie Righetti 3 volumes A practical guide for beginning and intermediate knitters. Using a good- humored, common sense approach, provides patterns and easy-to-follow lessons to complete projects. Offers simple tips to facilitate the process and solutions to frequently asked questions. 1986. Knitting without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes BR 14166 by Elizabeth Zimmermann 1 volume Introduction to designing sweaters to fit any size and a guide to solving knitting problems. Provides practical instructions for several seamless sweaters; discusses the importance of gauge; and offers suggestions for other projects such as slippers, hats, mittens, and scarves. 1971. Learn-to-Knit Afghan Book BR 13739 by Barbara G. Walker 1 volume Explains the beginner's basics—casting on, knitting, purling, and binding off. Provides instructions for some sixty-three patterns combining the basic stitches in various knit-purl combinations: mosaic, slip-stitch, twist- stitch, cable, increase-decrease, and lace patterns. The completed squares are then stitched together to form an afghan. 1997 introduction. 1974. Making Rag Rugs: Fifteen Step-by-Step Projects BR 14617 edited by Clare Hubbard 1 volume Explains the basic techniques of hooking, prodding, clipping, and braiding practiced in the traditional craft of converting rags into useful rugs. Discusses materials, equipment, preparation, and finishing. Includes instructions for fifteen projects—from simple to complex patterns—applying the described methods. 2002. A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns BR 14112 by Barbara G. Walker 5 volumes Companion to A Treasury of Knitting Patterns (BR 14111). Features instructions for seven hundred different knitting patterns. Follows the same format as the former, suggesting projects for described patterns. Intended to encourage creativity and increase the skills of novice and advanced knitters. 1998. A Treasury of Knitting Patterns BR 14111 by Barbara G. Walker 4 volumes Instructions for 550 knitting patterns. Covers knit-purl combinations, ribbings, color-change, slip-stitch, twist stitch, fancy texture, yarn-over stitch, eyelet, lace, cables, and cable-stitch. Recommends projects appropriate for described patterns. 1998. Holidays Cookies for Christmas BR 14218 edited by Jennifer Dorland Darling 2 volumes Collection of more than one hundred Christmas cookie recipes from the Better Homes and Gardens test kitchen. Includes cutout, shaped, sliced, dropped, and bar cookies that feature old world favorites and new cookie ideas with a flavor twist. 1999. Joy of Cooking Christmas Cookies BR 14554 by Irma S. Rombauer and Ethan Becker 2 volumes Collection of over seventy-five recipes for various types of cookies including bar, drop, rolled, filled, hand shaped, and molded. Also shares recipes for icings and glazes and holiday drinks such as eggnog, hot cocoa, espresso, and mulled cider. 1996. Nativity Poems BR 14350 by Joseph Brodsky 1 volume A sequence of eighteen Christmas poems written, one a year, by this Russian-American poet who was both a Nobel laureate and a U.S. Poet Laureate. Also contains an interview with Brodsky. The poems are presented in Russian and English. 2001. Home Management Life Skills 101: A Practical Guide to Leaving Home and Living on Your Own BR 13737 by Tina Pestalozzi 2 volumes Advice for the transition to living single. Covers entering the work world, handling business and financial matters, setting up living space, organizing the basics, choosing between eating at home or dining out, being a "savvy consumer," and staying connected to people and the community. For senior high and older readers. 2001. New Fix-It-Yourself Manual BR 14759 8 volumes A Reader's Digest guide for repairing items around the house and in the yard. Discusses inside and outside tools for troubleshooting problems with furniture, plumbing, large and small appliances, home electronics, and sports and recreation equipment. 1996. Humor The Day I Turned Uncool: Confessions of a Reluctant Grown- Up BR 14644 by Dan Zevin 1 volume Radio commentator and Gen-Xer explores aging from the twenties to the thirties and how to find pleasure in the more mature world of golf, lawn maintenance, and wine tasting. Some strong language. 2002. Thanks for the Memories, Mr. President: Wit and Wisdom from the Front Row at the White House BR 14249 by Helen Thomas 2 volumes Longtime White House correspondent relates anecdotes about the nine presidents she's covered, from John F. Kennedy to George W. Bush, as well as the jokes and verbal sparring she enjoyed with them. 2002. Inspiration The Art of Growing Up: Simple Ways to Be Yourself at Last BR 14325 by Véronique Vienne 1 volume Essays on realizing the pleasures of getting older. Advises smiling, never apologizing for your age, and throwing away old things. "The second part of one's life is second to nothing. Too bad we have to wait so long to get to it." 2000. Handbook for the Heart: Original Writings on Love BR 13905 edited by Richard Carlson and Benjamin Shield 2 volumes Inspirational essays on the value of love by spiritual teachers such as Deepak Chopra, Rabbi Harold Kushner, Marianne Williamson, Leo Buscaglia, and Ram Dass, among others. 1996. Teen Sunshine Reflections: Words for the Heart and Soul BR 14627 edited by June Cotner 1 volume An interfaith collection of poems, prayers, and quotations for "comfort, motivation, encouragement," and positive thoughts. Includes inspiration from teenage writers and spiritual leaders like Mother Teresa, Mahatma Gandhi, and the Dalai Lama. For junior and senior high readers. 2002. Language Dog Days and Dandelions: A Lively Guide to the Animal Meanings behind Everyday Words BR 15147 by Martha Barnette 2 volumes Author presents a dictionary of words and phrases with roots in the animal kingdom. Barnette traces the etymology of the obvious ("catnap" and "dog-eared") and the obscure (the pig in "porcelain") from ancient times to the twentieth-century with the intent of providing entertaining information to illuminate history, science, culture, and language. 2003. The Joy of Signing: The Illustrated Guide for Mastering Sign Language and the Manual Alphabet BR 14148 by Lottie L. Riekehof 4 volumes Second edition of the comprehensive guide for mastering the basic signs used to communicate with deaf people in either the word order of the English language or in the American Sign Language pattern (ASL or Ameslan). Provides the vocabulary needed for persons entering interpreter-training programs and for families and professionals. 1987. A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations BR 13832 by Kate L. Turabian 4 volumes A guide for students in every phase of term-paper preparation. Discusses the mechanics of writing, documentation, and manuscript production using personal computers and citing electronic sources. Revised by John Grossman and Alice Bennett. 1996. Literature Charles Dickens BR 14255 by Jane Smiley 2 volumes Portrays the nineteenth-century English novelist from his contemporaries' viewpoint and through his literary works. Smiley's approach is "a friendly desire to get to know" Dickens and his Victorian world and to comment on the role of writing in his life. 2002. The Child That Books Built: A Life in Reading BR 14721 by Francis Spufford 2 volumes British author of I May Be Some Time (BR 12612) explains the importance that reading has played in the formation of his character and views on life. Spufford conveys his passion for fiction, from a childhood love of Tolkien's stories to his adult enthusiasm for the classics. Some strong language. 2002. How to Be Alone: Essays BR 14878 by Jonathan Franzen 2 volumes Thirteen essays on life in a fast-paced, media-saturated society. Franzen observes the lack of privacy and persistent loneliness of the individual despite technological advances and increased consumerism. Describes his father's Alzheimer's disease, his brief stint in Oprah's Book Club, and even the stigma of being a cigarette smoker. 2002. Letters from the Earth BR 13826 by Mark Twain 3 volumes Letters, sketches, and satirical pieces written throughout Twain's career. Selected by Bernard DeVoto in 1939 and published only after approval from Twain's daughter was granted in 1962. Includes a letter from Satan describing the new creation called Earth, a children's story titled "A Cat-Tale," and a description of a nightmare in "The Great Dark." Some strong language. 1962. Stet: A Memoir BR 13794 by Diana Athill 2 volumes British editor recounts her half-century career with the publisher André Deutsch Limited in literary London and offers insights and opinions about celebrated authors she knew, among them V.S. Naipaul, Jean Rhys, Philip Roth, Mordecai Richler, and Norman Mailer. 2000. Marriage and Sex Conditions of Love: The Philosophy of Intimacy BR 14913 by John Armstrong 1 volume Reflections on meanings of love— from "falling in love" to long-term love. Using examples from literature, history, and philosophy, Armstrong discusses infatuation, romance, love's importance, sexuality, and maturity. 2002. Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Sex but Were Afraid to Ask BR 14408 by David Reuben 4 volumes Updated edition of classic text about human sexuality. Physician answers questions regarding anatomy, sexual intercourse, homosexuality, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, menopause, and sex in later life. Explicit descriptions of sex. 1999. Relationship Rescue: A Seven-Step Strategy for Reconnecting with Your Partner BR 14219 by Phillip C. McGraw 3 volumes The author of Life Strategies (BR 14289) presents a plan for saving a marriage or other intimate partnership by taking personal responsibility for the situation. Lists ten "relationship myths," provides questionnaires and other tools to analyze problems, and suggests steps to achieve a balance and mutual respect. Bestseller. 2000. Satisfaction: The Art of the Female Orgasm BR 14061 by Kim Cattrall and Mark Levinson 1 volume Husband and wife team present information to help couples achieve deep sexual fulfillment by bringing themselves together psychologically, emotionally, and spiritually. Authors share ideas, scenarios, and suggestions for techniques and positions designed to bring both the man and woman to orgasm. Explicit descriptions of sex. Bestseller. 2002. Medicine and Health Blood and Guts: A Short History of Medicine BR 14887 by Roy Porter 2 volumes British professor, author of A Social History of Madness (BR 7721 ), studies Western medicine from ancient times to the 1990s. Includes the changing landscape of diseases, doctors, therapies, surgeries, hospitals, and laboratories. 2002. The Body Clock Guide to Better Health: How to Use Your Body's Natural Clock to Fight Illness and Achieve Maximum Health BR 13390 by Michael Smolensky and Lynne Lamberg 6 volumes Discusses the concept of chronotherapy—adjusting the care of the body to coincide with its natural clock. Explains the concept of chronomedicine in daily routines and in life cycles. Includes an A-Z reference for specific problems including the use of melatonin by blind people with sleep disorders. 2000. The Change before the Change: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Healthy in the Decade before Menopause BR 14129 by Laura E. Corio and Linda G. Kahn 5 volumes A physician explains the physical changes that occur in women prior to menopause during the period called "perimenopause." Discusses symptoms, body functions, and available medicinal and herbal treatments. 2000. Epilepsy and Seizures: Everything You Need to Know BR 14055 by Donald F. Weaver 2 volumes Neurologist explains the history, biology, diagnosis, and treatment for epilepsy and other seizure disorders. Analyzes different concerns regarding the condition in children, seniors, and pregnant women and the social aspects of dealing with the disease. 2001. Epilepsy and the Family: A New Guide BR 13992 by Richard Lechtenberg 2 volumes Neurologist describes the seizure disorder along with its symptoms, treatment options, and emergency preparedness. Discusses personal issues about sexuality, depression, and personality changes, as well as relationships with family and friends. 1999. Facing Your Fifties: Every Man's Reference Guide to Mid- Life Health BR 14283 by Gordon Ehlers and Jeff Miller 4 volumes Medical information for middle-aged men to help increase the odds of good health in later years. Chapters address common concerns of this age group, including cardiovascular and respiratory conditions, male menopause and prostate problems, stress and depression, and sports injuries. Advises on medical testing, diet and lifestyle, and exercise. 2002. Free (or Almost Free) Prescription Medications: Where and How to Get Them BR 14909 by David Johnson 2 volumes The author, a multiple sclerosis patient who lost his health insurance, lists 168 prescription drug assistance programs run by pharmaceutical companies for low-income people not qualifying for state aid. Provides information on each program's eligibility criteria, enrollment instructions, steps required of patients and their doctors, and other details. 2002. The Healing Companion: Simple and Effective Ways Your Presence Can Help People Heal BR 13824 by Jeff Kane 2 volumes A physician explains the difference between curing a disease and healing a person, highlighting the interconnections of thought, feeling, and emotions in the healing process. Dr. Kane points out that while medical technology can provide a remedy for illness, holistic restoration requires therapeutic listening, compassion, and care. 2001. Healing Heartburn BR 14765 by Lawrence J. Cheskin and Brian E. Lacy 2 volumes Medical professors from Johns Hopkins University explain the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of acid reflux disease, also called gastroesoph- ageal reflux disease (GERD) and heartburn. They discuss medications, complications, and special concerns of persons who are elderly or bedridden. 2002. Healthy Women, Healthy Lives: A Guide to Preventing Disease from the Landmark Nurses' Health Study BR 14125 edited by Susan E. Hankinson and Graham A. Colditz 6 volumes Summarizes the Harvard University medical study, which began in 1976, of nurses and their health. Discusses lowering the risk of common cancers, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis, age-related eye disorders, asthma, arthritis, and Alzheimer's disease. Includes advice on changing behaviors and making decisions. 2001. Heart Attack! Advice for Patients by Patients BR 14080 by Kathleen Berra and others 3 volumes Heart specialists explain the diagnosis and treatment of heart attacks and eleven survivors give anecdotal advice. Includes information on risk factors, diet, reversal of coronary artery disease, and rehabilitation programs. 2002. I'm Not Slowing Down: Winning My Battle with Osteoporosis BR 15082 by Ann Richards 1 volume Former Texas governor describes her battle to arrest osteopenia, an early stage of osteoporosis often triggered by hormonal changes in postmenopausal women. Along with coauthor and physician Richard Levine, she describes dietary measures, medication, and exercise aimed at controlling the condition. Also includes information on hormone replacement therapy. 2003. In the Land of Pain BR 14729 by Alphonse Daudet 1 volume A collection of autobiographical notes from a nineteenth- century French writer slowly dying of syphilis. In these candid reflections, Daudet (1840–1897) describes fellow patients, the treatments that brought little relief, the physical agony of his symptoms, and the profound suffering and fear that left him contemplating suicide. 1930. Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the MindBodySpirit Connection: Seven Steps for Living a Healthy Life with a Functional Bowel Disorder, Crohn's Disease, or Colitis BR 14924 by William B. Salt and Neil F. Neimark 3 volumes Two physicians present their integrated mind/body/spirit treatment plan for dealing with intestinal problems. They discuss the multiple causes of functional digestive disorders and provide a practical step-by-step regimen for becoming well. 2002. Life Script: How the Human Genome Discoveries Will Transform Medicine and Enhance Your Health BR 14779 by Nicholas Wade 2 volumes New York Times science reporter reconstructs the race to map the human genome—decoded in June 2000—and considers the potential of genomic technology to usher in a new era of medicine. Wade predicts new protein-based drugs, improved diagnostic testing, and innovative gene-dictated treatments benefiting human health. 2001. Living with Vision Problems: The Sourcebook for Blindness and Vision Impairment BR 14343 by Jill Sardegna and Allan Richard Rutzen 5 volumes Brief discussion of vision problems: causes, prevention, treatment, and coping techniques. Substantial A-to-Z section of concise entries on medical terminology, health and social concerns, adaptive devices, and many other relevant topics. Includes appendixes for further resources. 2002. Lung Cancer: Myths, Facts, Choices—and Hope BR 14251 by Claudia I. Henschke and Peggy McCarthy 4 volumes Describes the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of lung cancer as well as risk factors and the role of heredity. Offers practical suggestions for living with the disease and optimizing the quality of life. 2002. Mayo Clinic on Alzheimer's Disease BR 14487 edited by Ronald Petersen 2 volumes Physician defines and describes Alzheimer's disease—a form of dementia that affects millions of mostly older patients. Discusses the biology of the brain and the causes and treatment of this condition, offers tips for caregivers, provides practical legal and financial advice, and looks at research prospects. 2002. Mayo Clinic on High Blood Pressure BR 13871 edited by Sheldon G. Sheps 2 volumes Medical experts from the Mayo Clinic describe the dangers of the common condition called hypertension, or high blood pressure. Discusses diagnosis, treatment, life style changes, and medications available to control the illness. 1999. The Mindbody Prescription: Healing the Body, Healing the Pain BR 14143 by John E. Sarno 2 volumes Physician describes treatment and psychology of "an emotionally induced physical disorder known as the Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS)." Basing his ideas on Freudian theories, Sarno asserts that unconscious emotions cause ailments such as headaches, allergies, and gastrointestinal and skin problems. 1998. The New Eight-Week Cholesterol Cure: The Ultimate Program for Preventing Heart Disease BR 14096 by Robert E. Kowalski 3 volumes In a follow-up to his 1987 bestseller The Eight-Week Cholesterol Cure, the author uses updated nutritional information to refine his system of preventing coronary heart disease through diet, exercise, antioxidants, and stress management. Includes recipes. 2002. One Hundred Questions and Answers about Hypertension BR 14315 by William M. Manger and Ray W. Gifford 2 volumes Physicians address the common condition of hypertension (high blood pressure, or "the silent killer"), including its cause, risk factors, and treatment; medical options; lifestyle changes; complications; and coexisting conditions. Explains how this common and treatable condition can be managed. 2001. One Hundred Questions and Answers about Parkinson Disease BR 14947 by Abraham Lieberman 2 volumes National medical director of the Parkinson Foundation addresses commonly asked questions about this chronic, progressive nervous disease. Explanations are grouped by topics including causes and symptoms, treatment options, social and psychological aspects, and quality-of-life issues. 2003. The Only Menopause Guide You'll Need BR 14097 by Michele Moore 2 volumes Physician's counsel on women's health concerns that accompany aging includes a range of treatment from traditional to herbal, homeopathic, or complementary. Discusses peri- and post-menopause and hormone replacement therapy. 2000. The Parents' Guide to Cochlear Implants BR 14843 by Patricia M. Chute and Mary Ellen Nevins 2 volumes Resource book detailing the process of cochlear implantation in children from evaluation and surgery to switch-on. Discusses strategies to develop auditory skills, educational and performance issues, parental responsibilities, and the role of implants in bridging the gap between the deaf and hearing worlds. 2002. Patients' Rights in the Age of Managed Health Care BR 14281 by Lisa Yount 4 volumes This overview, reference book, and research guide discusses two main effeccts of managed health care on individuals: rising costs and the corollary fear that reducing costs will foreclose necessary care. Examines the history of federal laws applicable to health care and patients' rights, and includes an annotated list of organizations. 2001. Power to the Patient: The Treatments to Insist on When You're Sick BR 14155 by Isadore Rosenfeld 4 volumes Physician and author of Live Now, Age Later (BR 12343) outlines the medical tests, causes, and treatments for thirty-nine common ailments. Topics include diabetes, Parkinson's, gallstones, cancer, fibromyalgia, Alzheimer's, heart disease, and sexual diseases. 2002. The Primal Teen: What the New Discoveries about the Teenage Brain Tell Us about Our Kids BR 14777 by Barbara Strauch 2 volumes Science editor from the New York Times collates scientific brain research to illustrate that more than hormones regulate teenage behavior. Asserts that parental understanding can assist youth to pass more smoothly through adolescence. Explains why some teens sleep until noon and have mood swings. 2003. The Prostate: Everything You Need to Know BR 14232 by Yosh Taguchi 2 volumes Describes the symptoms and treatments for the three main problems of the prostate—enlargement, prostatitis, and cancer. Includes a discussion of surgical methods, management of pain, incontinence, and impotence. 2001. Scourge: The Once and Future Threat of Smallpox BR 13814 by Jonathan B. Tucker 3 volumes A concise history of the devastating disease and its consequences for human society. A biological and chemical weapons expert discusses the virus's obscure beginnings, its eradication in the 1970s, and its potential use in bioterrorism. Includes interview material from leaders in disease control. 2001. The Spark: The Revolutionary Three-Week Fitness Plan That Changes Everything You Know about Exercise, Weight Control, and Health BR 13654 by Glenn A. Gaesser and Karla Dougherty 2 volumes In a study funded by the American Heart Association, researchers found that doing three ten-minute exercise sessions per day leads to weight loss and improved health. Describes easy-to-schedule activities and sample eating plans and recipes. 2001. Stroke-Free for Life: The Complete Guide to Stroke Prevention and Treatment BR 14058 by David Wiebers 3 volumes Renowned Mayo Clinic neurologist describes strokes, prevention, and emergency treatments with drugs and/or surgery. Advocates lifestyle changes including the reduction of stress. Also provides a stroke risk assessment test. 2001. Strong Women and Men Beat Arthritis: The Scientifically Proven Program That Allows People with Arthritis to Take Charge of Their Disease BR 14276 by Miriam E. Nelson and Kristin R. Baker 3 volumes The author of Strong Women Stay Young (BR 11896) and other "strong women" titles discusses osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Explains how to reduce the pain with exercise, nutrition, medication, complementary therapy, and/or joint replacement surgery. 2002. Strong Women Eat Well: Nutritional Strategies for a Healthy Body and Mind BR 13862 by Miriam E. Nelson 3 volumes Discusses nutrition and its scientific basis—including the national guidelines presented in the Food Guide Pyramid. Promotes consumption of water, whole grains, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Explains how to read labels on packaged foods. Contains fifty healthy and easy-to-prepare recipes. Companion to Strong Women, Strong Bones (BR 13186). 2001. Understanding Hepatitis BR 14295 by James L. Achord 1 volume A physician explains different types of hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) including the most prevalent: A, B, and C. Covers the function of the liver; the disease's signs, symptoms, and causes; and care, treatment, and research. 2002. Unholy Ghost: Writers on Depression BR 13854 edited by Nell Casey 3 volumes Collection of twenty-two pieces on clinical depression. Some of the authors describe the devastating psychological pain that makes daily tasks seem insurmountable, and others address the heartbreak of living with a sufferer of this illness. Writers include Russell Banks, Lauren Slater, Larry McMurtry, William Styron, and Ann Beattie. Some strong language. 2001. What to Expect When You're Expecting BR 14234 by Heidi Murkoff and Arlene Eisenberg 9 volumes Third edition of the classic childbirth primer. Details the physical and emotional symptoms, medical tests, and procedures women are likely to experience before, during, and after pregnancy. Includes information on postpartum depression, breastfeeding, alternative birthing, diet, and chronic health conditions. 2002. When Every Moment Counts: What You Need to Know about Bioterrorism from the Senate's Only Doctor BR 14265 by Bill Frist 2 volumes A physician who is a senator from Tennessee offers advice on what citizens should do in case of a biological or chemical attack. Describes the steps taken when anthrax was discovered in the U.S. Capitol, the nature of various bacteria available to terrorists, and precautions to be taken in the home. 2002. The Wisdom of Menopause: Creating Physical and Emotional Health and Healing during the Change BR 13918 by Christiane Northrup 7 volumes The author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom (RC 48380) examines female menopause in the context of a mind-body connection. Discusses hormone replacement therapy, herbal treatments, diet and exercise, sex, osteoporosis, heart disease, and other physical changes and emotional issues, including stress and depression. Bestseller. 2001. Music Beethoven's Hair BR 14163 by Russell Martin 2 volumes An investigation of the convoluted history of a lock of Beethoven's hair, taken from the composer's head at his death in 1827. Reconstructs the snippet's odyssey from Austria to America, where it was purchased in 1994 by two Beethoven devotés intent on forensic analysis to explain Beethoven's medical problems, deafness, and cause of death. 2000. Easy to Remember: The Great American Songwriters and Their Songs BR 14052 by William Zinsser 3 volumes Celebratory survey of popular American music from 1927 to the 1960s— Broadway songs, Hollywood songs, individual hits by famous composers, and great one-shots from out of nowhere. Organized in loose chronological order around the lives of the songwriters, the book is filled with anecdotes, morsels of social history, and personal commentary. 2000. The Life of Mendelssohn BR 14179 by Peter Mercer-Taylor 3 volumes Biography of the German composer Felix Mendelssohn- Bartholdy (1809–1847). Discusses his career from childhood as a prodigy to maturity as composer, performer, and scholar. Examines his Jewish heritage in the culture of the era, his heavy obligations to his young family, and his compositions during the decade preceding his early death. 2000. The Life of Schubert BR 13825 by Christopher H. Gibbs 2 volumes Music professor Gibbs discusses Austrian composer Franz Schubert's life through his songs, choral works, and stage music and examines his relationships with poets, artists, and other musicians. Gibbs offers a "story more of the artist than the man" in this account of the influential Romantic who died in 1828 at age thirty-one. 2000. The Operagoer's Guide: One Hundred Stories and Commentaries BR 14508 by M. Owen Lee 3 volumes Radio commentator for the Metropolitan Opera broadcasts, Father Owen Lee, presents his synopses and explanations of one hundred popular operas, from Aida to Die Zauberflöte. 2001. The Piano Shop on the Left Bank: Discovering a Forgotten Passion in a Paris Atelier BR 13799 by Thad Carhart 2 volumes An American expatriate living in Paris recounts his discovery of a neighborhood workshop that refurbishes pianos. His love for the instrument is rekindled as he wins the proprietor's trust, and he learns to play again. Discusses the history of piano design, sounding boards, and tuning, and offers insights into music and Parisian lifestyle. 2001. The Richard Rodgers Reader BR 14586 edited by Geoffrey Block 5 volumes Essays about the career of the popular American composer for the musical stage. Critical overviews introduce key phases of Rodgers's creative life: collaborations with Lorenz Hart from 1919 to 1943, with Oscar Hammer- stein between 1943 and 1960, and on his own in later years, to 1979. Includes selections from Rodgers's own writings. 2002. Who Needs Classical Music? Cultural Choice and Musical Value BR 14861 by Julian Johnson 2 volumes Discusses why contemporary society has marginalized classical music in favor of popular music. Defends the value of classical music as an art, rather than merely entertainment or background noise, and considers the role of music in the modern world. 2002. Nature and the Environment The Courtship of Sea Creatures BR 14077 by Jean-Pierre Otte 1 volume A Frenchman battling depression spends time on the seashore of Brittany. As he contemplates the reproductive strategies of creatures in the tidal pools, he gradually regains sensitivity to the wonder of the universe. The healing process culminates in an impromptu, sexually charged seaside banquet. 2000. Floods, Droughts, and Climate Change BR 14663 by Michael Collier and Robert H. Webb 2 volumes Writers with the U.S. Geological Survey present an introduction to Earth's climate. Describing patterns of prevailing wind and ocean currents, they emphasize that weather is not a product of isolated events, but of related phenomena. They also discuss El Niño, La Niña, and global warming. 2002. Four Wings and a Prayer: Caught in the Mystery of the Monarch Butterfly BR 13782 by Sue Halpern 2 volumes Describes a trip into Mexico accompanying a cowboy entomologist tracking the monarch's migration. Combines scientific knowledge and research on this butterfly population, profiles of people who study and follow monarchs, and travel adventures. 2001. The Little Ice Age: How Climate Made History, 1300–1850 BR 13935 by Brian Fagan 3 volumes Narrative history of climatic shifts and various adaptations by Europeans to them. Covers the last ten centuries, describing the Medieval Warm Period, from about A.D. 900 to 1200, to the era of global warming that began in the 1850s. Examines human vulnerability in the face of sudden climate change. 2000. Oaxaca Journal BR 14231 by Oliver Sacks 1 volume Record of the author's observations while on a botanical tour with the American Fern Society in southern Mexico in 2000. Describes his travel companions, his impressions of this first trip to the area, and the foliage of particular plants. 2002. Private Lives of Garden Birds BR 14630 by Calvin Simonds 2 volumes Naturalist and professor of ethology blends science and personal anecdotes to examine the behaviors of eleven common backyard bird species. Includes entries on the social organization of crows, the independence of female hummingbirds, and how to recognize individual blue jays by their facial expressions. 2002. The Snow Geese: A Story of Home BR 14152 by William Fiennes 2 volumes In this combination travelog and memoir, Fiennes reflects on the metaphorical aspects of a journey from Houston northward into Canada, following the annual migration of snow geese. Convalescing after several operations, this young British author read Paul Gallico's The Snow Goose (BR 14168) and developed his therapeutic plan to track the birds' flight. 2002. What Evolution Is BR 14640 by Ernst Mayr 3 volumes In a presentation for the general reader, an eminent professor of comparative zoology explains the underlying concepts and twentieth-century developments of evolutionary theory. Mayr reviews the evidence for evolution and examines the complexities of disputed issues. Discusses mankind's history, increased brain size, and altruistic behavior. 2001. Wild Solutions: How Biodiversity Is Money in the Bank BR 14388 by Andrew Beattie and Paul Ehrlich 2 volumes Ecologists explain why the pioneering science of biological diversity and the preservation of ecosystems matter. By studying the interdependence of plants, animals, and bacteria, scientists find environmentally sound solutions to problems. Discusses how seemingly insignificant species may in the future meet critical human needs in medicine, agriculture, and other areas. 2001. Occult and Astrology Journey to Ixtlan: The Lessons of Don Juan by Carlos Castaneda 2 volumes A record of the author's initiation into the mysteries of sorcery through the teachings of Don Juan, the Yaqui Indian sorcerer. Castaneda tells of approaching wisdom through hallucinogens and physical and mental exercises, and describes some of his visions and insight. 1972. The Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need by Joanna Martine Woolfolk 9 volumes Astrology columnist updates her 1982 work on the movement of celestial bodies and their possible influence on humanity. Describes the various Sun and Moon signs, placement of the planets, the twelve zodiac houses, and the mechanics of setting up a birth chart. 2001. Philosophy A Common Humanity: Thinking about Love and Truth and Justice BR 13750 by Raimond Gaita 3 volumes A philosopher's inquiry into the foundations of moral responsibility in the face of injustice and evil. Draws on the work of Hannah Arendt, Simone Weil, George Orwell, Primo Levi, and Iris Murdoch to examine such issues as murder, racism, genocide, the Holocaust, and prospects for a universal ethics. 2000. A History of Philosophy in America, 1720–2000 BR 14691 by Bruce Kuklick 4 volumes Traces the growth of philosophical thinking in the United States from the colonial period through the twentieth century. Describes traditions and explores the intentions of such thinkers as theologian Nathaniel William Taylor, metaphysician Josiah Royce, instrumentalist John Dewey, and postmodern pragmatist Richard Rorty, within the social matrix. 2001. Hume BR 14159 by Anthony Quinton 1 volume A survey of the life and work of Edinburgh philosopher David Hume (1711–1776), the central figure of the Scottish Enlightenment. During his prolific career, Hume produced influential works in philosophy, religion, political science, economics, and history, all characterized by clarity, skepticism, and an unwavering commitment to truth. 1999. Kant BR 14230 by Ralph Walker 1 volume Summarizes the influential work of German philosopher Immanuel Kant (1724–1804). Discusses Kant's ideas on moral law, duty, and the categorical imperative. 1999. Locke BR 14385 by Michael Ayers 1 volume Interprets An Essay Concerning Human Understanding by British philosopher John Locke (1632–1704) and its impact on European thought. 1999. Meditations BR 14342 by Marcus Aurelius 2 volumes Ethical and spiritual reflections by the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (A.D. 121–180), written during his last decade. Advice and insights on daily conduct, leadership, and personal integrity. Modern English translation and introduction by Gregory Hays. 2002. Nietzsche BR 14384 by Ronald Hayman 1 volume Short biographical interpretation of the work of the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900), who declared, "God is dead." 1999. The Prophet BR 14069 by Kahlil Gibran 1 volume Prose-poem reflections by the Lebanese mystic poet, Kahlil Gibran (1883–1931). Meditations on such subjects as love, marriage, joy and sorrow, crime and punishment, pain, and self-knowledge. 1923. Unwinding the Clock: Ten Thoughts on Our Relationship to Time BR 13788 by Bodil Jönsson 1 volume Swedish physicist reflects on our concept and perception of time. Provides a European perspective on how technology and computers have alienated people from themselves and others. Offers suggestions for changing attitudes towards time and developing a deeper appreciation of everyday experience. 2001. Warrior of the Light: A Manual BR 14875 by Paulo Coelho 1 volume A collection of philosophical sketches prefaced by the brief parable of a grown man returning to the beach of his childhood. There he is inspired to write about the "Warrior"—one who is "capable of understanding the miracle of life." Inspirational companion to The Alchemist (BR 14874). 2003. Poetry Cawdor, a Long Poem and Medea, after Euripides BR 14267 by Robinson Jeffers 2 volumes Cawdor is a verse narrative, first published in 1928, that tells of a widower whose new young wife falls in love with his son. Medea is a verse adaptation of Euripides' drama about humiliation and revenge brought on by divorce. Some violence. 1946. The Better Angel: Walt Whitman in the Civil War BR 14474 by Roy Morris 2 volumes Portrait of the patriotic poet who succored the wounded in Washington, D.C., area hospitals during the Civil War. Discusses Whitman's principles, states of mind, and companions, and explores how his wartime experiences affected his poetry, particularly "When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd." 2000. Carl Sandburg: Selected Poems BR 13903 by Carl Sandburg 1 volume Representative poems selected from the published collections of Pulitzer Prize-winning American poet, Carl Sandburg (1878–1967). Contains most of the Chicago Poems published in 1916, including the "groundbreaking" poems first published in Poetry. 1992. Dante BR 13815 by R.W.B. Lewis 2 volumes A short biography of the medieval Italian poet, Dante Alighieri (1265–1321). Explores the connection between Dante's experiences and his writing, from his youthful infatuation with Beatrice and his love poems, to exile from his beloved Florence and his political treatises. Discusses his major work The Divine Comedy (BR 12134). 2001. Edgar Allan Poe: Complete Poems BR 14130 by Edgar Allan Poe 1 volume Collection of all the poems by American lyric poet Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849). Contains the final versions of such works as "Annabel Lee," "The Raven," and "Tamerlane." 1992. Elizabeth Barrett Browning: Selected Poems BR 14131 by Elizabeth Barrett Browning 2 volumes Representative selection of work by the nineteenth-century English poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806–1861). Includes "The Cry of the Children" lamenting child labor in Britain, "Sonnets from the Portuguese" about her love for poet Robert Browning, and excerpts from "Aurora Leigh," which was an 1857 bestseller. 1995. Emily Dickinson: Selected Poems BR 14122 by Emily Dickinson 2 volumes Selections from three posthumously published volumes by the nineteenth- century Massachusetts recluse. Themes include life, love, nature, time, and eternity. 1993. Fooling with Words: A Celebration of Poets and Their Craft BR 14341 by Bill Moyers 2 volumes In interviews with eleven poets, Moyers probes the experiences and creative processes that led to particular poems by each of them. The poets are Stanley Kunitz, Coleman Barks, Lorna Dee Cervantes, Mark Doty, Deborah Garrison, Jane Hirshfield, Kurtis Lamkin, Shirley Geok-lin Lim, Paul Muldoon, Marge Piercy, and Robert Pinsky. 1999. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: Selected Poems BR 14221 by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 2 volumes A selection of Henry Longfellow's (1807–1882) best-loved poetry. Among the shorter lyric poems are "The Village Blacksmith," "The Children's Hour," and "Paul Revere's Ride." Includes two complete narrative poems: "Evangeline" and "The Courtship of Miles Standish." 1992. Leaves of Grass: The "Death-Bed" Edition BR 14662 by Walt Whitman 5 volumes The last compilation of the poet's major work published during his lifetime, with the poems presented as he wished them preserved. Originally published in 1855, Leaves of Grass was continually revised and augmented. This complete edition includes Whitman's elegy to President Lincoln, "When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd." 1892. Nativity Poems BR 14350 by Joseph Brodsky 1 volume A sequence of eighteen Christmas poems written, one a year, by this Russian-American poet who was both a Nobel laureate and a U.S. Poet Laureate. Also contains an interview with Brodsky. The poems are presented in Russian and English. 2001. The One Hundred Best Love Poems of All Time BR 14797 edited by Leslie Pockell 1 volume This collection, which follows The One Hundred Best Poems of All Time (BR 13554), contains verses of romance, passion, and reminiscence from the early classical period to the present. Includes Shakespeare's "Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer's Day?" and works by Rumi, Sylvia Plath, and John Donne—each prefaced by the editor. 2003. Poems to Read: A New Favorite Poem Project Anthology BR 14510 edited by Robert Pinsky and Maggie Dietz 3 volumes Like the first anthology, Americans' Favorite Poems (BR 12771), this one includes poems selected by Favorite Poem Project participants with their comments. In addition, the editors chose some personal favorites and arranged the work into thematic sections. 2002. The Prophet BR 14069 by Kahlil Gibran 1 volume Prose-poem reflections by the Lebanese mystic poet, Kahlil Gibran (1883–1931). Meditations on such subjects as love, marriage, joy and sorrow, crime and punishment, pain, and self-knowledge. 1923. Repair BR 14318 by C.K. Williams 1 volume A collection of thirty-eight poems about love, death, and forgiveness. In "King" the author explores his feelings at a 1968 memorial service for Martin Luther King Jr. Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. 1999. Sacred Fire BR 14330 by Nancy Wood 1 volume A collection of poems expressing the beliefs and ancestral wisdom of the Pueblo Indians of the American Southwest. A central figure is an Old Man who carried fire, the sacred element, from village to village to benefit his people. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. The Same Sea BR 14227 by Amos Oz 2 volumes Israeli novelist combines prose and poetry to explore themes of love and loss, desire and memory. A young man sets out on a spiritual journey towards Tibet. He leaves behind his girlfriend, who moves in temporarily with his widowed father, awakening many pent-up emotions. Some descriptions of sex and some strong language. 2001. Tales from Ovid BR 13929 by Ted Hughes 2 volumes A translation from the original Latin into twentieth- century English of twenty-four tales from Ovid's poem Metamorphoses (RC 26228). Hughes, who was England's poet laureate, brought a vigorous contemporary tone to his renditions of such Romanized Greek myths and legends as "Echo and Narcissus," "Venus and Adonis," "Arachne," "Midas," and "Pyramus and Thisbe." 1997. Treasured Poems That Touch the Heart: Cherished Poems and Favorite Poets BR 14886 compiled by Mary Sanford Laurence 1 volume Anthology of familiar poems grouped by themes such as youth, life, romance, friendship, character, prayer, nature, sorrow, growing old, and reflections. Includes writings by the Brownings, Donne, Frost, Shakespeare, and Wordsworth. 1996. Walt Whitman: Selected Poems BR 14123 by Walt Whitman 2 volumes Selection of well-known poems by American Walt Whitman (1819– 1892). Presented in chronological order are such favorites as "I Sing the Body Electric" and "I Hear America Singing." Also includes Civil War poems and his elegy for the assassinated president, Abraham Lincoln, "When Liliacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd." 1992. William Butler Yeats: Selected Poems BR 14124 by W.B. Yeats 1 volume Poems by the first Irishman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature (1923). Selections are from the first half of Yeats's career—from his earliest published works through 1914. Includes ballads, lyrical poems, and such favorite narratives as "The Lake Isle of Innisfree" and "The Old Age of Queen Maeve." 1992. Psychology and Self-Help Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient: Reflections on Healing and Regeneration BR 14347 by Norman Cousins 1 volume The author's reflections generated by his triumph over a crippling disease. Cousins investigates the chemistry of the will to live and factors influencing the capacity for self-healing. He also believes that humor and laughter, along with a strong doctor/patient relationship, aid the body's natural healing powers. 1979. The Anxiety Book: Developing Strength in the Face of Fear BR 14725 by Jonathan Davidson and Henry Dreher 3 volumes Physician describes various anxiety disorders and available remedies—including drugs, herbs, serenity exercises, and therapy. Explains how it is possible to become an emotionally stronger person after treatment for such problems as phobias, post-traumatic distress, panic attacks, and obsessive compulsive behavior. 2003. Battling the Inner Dummy: The Craziness of Apparently Normal People BR 14501 by David L. Weiner 5 volumes Employing imaginary conversations with Sigmund Freud, the author (assisted by a psychiatrist) explains why people behave in an irrational and compulsive manner at times—even against their own better judgment. Asserts that everyone has some type of personality disorder, managed or concealed with different degrees of success. Examines possible treatments. Some strong language. 1999. Coping with Social Anxiety BR 14378 by Heather Moehn 1 volume Describes a self-consciousness disorder that can lead to impairment in social situations. Describes some social phobia causes and remedies and offers suggestions for professional help. For junior and senior high readers. 2001. The Dance of Connection: How to Talk to Someone When You're Mad, Hurt, Scared, Frustrated, Insulted, Betrayed, or Desperate BR 13865 by Harriet G. Lerner 2 volumes Psychologist and author of The Dance of Anger (BR 6419) and other popular titles explains how to communicate with loved ones. Uses anecdotes from her own and her patients' lives to illustrate how to change one's behavior. 2001. Fighting Invisible Tigers: A Stress Management Guide for Teens BR 14404 by Earl Hipp 1 volume Discusses pressures and problems encountered by teenagers and provides information on life skills, stress management, and methods of gaining more control over their own lives. For senior high and older readers. 1995. The Healing Companion: Simple and Effective Ways Your Presence Can Help People Heal BR 13824 by Jeff Kane 2 volumes A physician explains the difference between curing a disease and healing a person, highlighting the interconnections of thought, feeling, and emotions in the healing process. Dr. Kane points out that while medical technology can provide a remedy for illness, holistic restoration requires therapeutic listening, compassion, and care. 2001. Healing the Addictive Mind BR 14268 by Lee L. Jampolsky 2 volumes Based on A Course in Miracles (BR 10835), a psychologist defines addiction broadly as "pursuing happiness in things (people, places, substances) external to myself." The book focuses on enabling readers to find peace of mind and love. Includes daily lessons. 1991. Houdini's Box: The Art of Escape BR 13940 by Adam Phillips 1 volume British psychotherapist explores the intentions of escape artists and the meaning of escape in a broader sense. Phillips's discussion of Houdini's compulsion to perform dangerous feats is interwoven with pertinent extracts from therapeutic case studies and examples from literature and literary history, such as the long seclusion of the poet Emily Dickinson. 2001. Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the MindBodySpirit Connection: Seven Steps for Living a Healthy Life with a Functional Bowel Disorder, Crohn's Disease, or Colitis BR 14924 by William B. Salt and Neil F. Neimark 3 volumes Two physicians present their integrated mind/body/spirit treatment plan for dealing with intestinal problems. They discuss the multiple causes of functional digestive disorders and provide a practical step-by-step regimen for becoming well. 2002. Let's Talk: Sharing Our Thoughts and Feelings during Times of Crisis BR 15083 by Michele Alpern 1 volume Offers teens practical information on coping with stressful events such as death, divorce, job loss, and disasters. Suggests ways to deal with depression and anxiety and outlines strategies for establishing good communication. For junior and senior high readers. 2003. Life Strategies: Doing What Works, Doing What Matters BR 14289 by Phillip C. McGraw 2 volumes Behavioral scientist McGraw, an advisor to Oprah Winfrey, demonstrates how to take control over your life: assume responsibility for past actions, change bad habits, and reverse negative conditioning to prepare the mind and body for greater happiness. Describes ten "life laws" that improve the chances of success. Bestseller. 1999. Martha, Martha: How Christians Worry BR 14309 by Elaine Leong Eng 2 volumes Handbook for Christian counselors who treat mentally disturbed clients by integrating psychology with theology. Uses anecdotes to describe symptoms and suggests appropriate treatments by using biblical references. Lists sources for dealing with obsessions, post-traumatic stress disorders, social phobias, anxiety, PMS, and depression. 2000. The Mindbody Prescription: Healing the Body, Healing the Pain BR 14143 by John E. Sarno 2 volumes Physician describes treatment and psychology of "an emotionally induced physical disorder known as the Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS)." Basing his ideas on Freudian theories, Sarno asserts that unconscious emotions cause ailments such as headaches, allergies, and gastrointestinal and skin problems. 1998. The Right Words at the Right Time BR 14194 edited by Marlo Thomas 3 volumes Actress Marlo Thomas's compilation of more than one hundred celebrities' personal turning points in life—for example, her father Danny Thomas's advice changed her attitude about being compared to him. Contributors include Muhammad Ali, Tom Brokaw, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Toni Morrison, Steven Spielberg, Sammy Sosa, Barbara Walters, Oprah Winfrey, and others. Bestseller. 2002. The Road Less Traveled: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values, and Spiritual Growth BR 14516 by M. Scott Peck 3 volumes Twenty-fifth anniversary edition of the 1978 classic psychological treatise concerning spirituality, self- actualization, maturation, and interpersonal relationships. Emphasizes mental and spiritual growth, love, and self- discipline. 1978. Self Matters: Creating Your Life from the Inside Out BR 14066 by Phillip C. McGraw 3 volumes "Dr. Phil" turns inward, expanding his philosophy of life begun in Life Strategies (BR 14289) and Relationship Rescue (BR 14219). Explores how to find one's "authentic self" via introspection and other key elements that will lead to a stronger self-concept and self-esteem. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2001. StressRelief for Disasters Great and Small: What to Expect and What to Do from Day One to Year One and Beyond BR 14678 by Georgia Witkin 2 volumes A contributor to FOX News and the author of The Female Stress Syndrome Survival Guide (RC 51828) and other books offers solutions for coping with natural disasters and personal traumas. Also suggests methods for helping children. 2002. Talking about Death Won't Kill You BR 14180 by Virginia Morris 2 volumes To help people make better decisions about death, the author encourages them to accept its inevitability. Discusses considerations to ponder before a crisis arrives and provides medical and legal options. Uses case studies to illustrate how to talk about dying with others and gives tips on relating to terminally ill patients. 2001. Unholy Ghost: Writers on Depression BR 13854 edited by Nell Casey 3 volumes Collection of twenty-two pieces on clinical depression. Some of the authors describe the devastating psychological pain that makes daily tasks seem insurmountable, and others address the heartbreak of living with a sufferer of this illness. Writers include Russell Banks, Lauren Slater, Larry McMurtry, William Styron, and Ann Beattie. Some strong language. 2001. What Should I Do with My Life? BR 14701 by Po Bronson 4 volumes Bronson presents about fifty accounts of individuals who "dared to be honest with themselves" and risk major change in this book that grew out of a transition point in his own life. Traveling across the U.S., he collected material from ordinary people of all ages and professions. Bestseller. 2002. What Time Is It? You Mean Now? Advice for Life from the Zennest Master of Them All BR 14563 by Yogi Berra 1 volume Retired baseball champion expands on the advice he first offered in When You Come to a Fork in the Road, Take It! (BR 13542) by using anecdotes relating to baseball. Suggests cultivating a positive attitude, exercising, setting goals, and taking advantage of opportunities. 2002. Religion The Autobiography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux: The Story of a Soul BR 14893 by Thérèse de Lisieux 2 volumes A spiritual life account written by a devout French Carmelite nun a few years before her death in 1897 at the age of twenty-four. St. Thérèse, known as the "Little Flower," was canonized in 1925. Includes an introduction by John Beevers, translator of the work. 2001. Bringing the Psalms to Life: How to Understand and Use the Book of Psalms BR 13804 by Daniel F. Polish 2 volumes A guide to reading the Psalms for their beauty, their meaning, and their spiritual comfort. Discusses their history, examines the texts for special features, and offers advice for consulting the Psalms in daily life. 2000. The Catholic Martyrs of the Twentieth Century: A Comprehensive World History BR 14460 by Robert Royal 5 volumes Provides a global account of men and women martyred for their faith in the twentieth century. Asserts that in the 1900s more Catholics were persecuted, tortured, and killed because of their beliefs than in any previous period. Declares that martyrdom helps the church to survive and grow. 2000. The Changing Faces of Jesus BR 13772 by Geza Vermes 3 volumes Biblical scholar analyzes the Gospel of St. John, Epistles of St. Paul, Acts of the Apostles, and the Synoptic Gospels of the New Testament in order to portray Jesus as a Jewish man of his time. Explains the consequences of translating the spoken Aramaic language of Jesus into Greek by the apostles. 2000. The Complete Jesus BR 13851 compiled by Ricky Alan Mayotte 2 volumes This compilation of sayings and teachings attributed to Jesus has been gathered from various versions of the New Testament (King James, Revised Standard, etc.), Christian Gnostic writings, and New Testament Apocrypha. They are presented in nine sections, including commandments, parables, teachings and proverbs, hymns and prayers, and doctrines. 1997. Dr. Wayne Dyer's Ten Secrets for Success and Inner Peace BR 14380 by Wayne W. Dyer 1 volume Offers ten principles by which to achieve inner peace through changing one's outlook on life and embracing spirituality through meditation. Proposes that feeling the daily presence of God will lead to contentment and satisfaction. 2001. God's Leading Lady: Out of the Shadows and into the Light BR 14362 by T.D. Jakes 2 volumes Using stage metaphors, well-known pastor and evangelist encourages women to overcome imperfections and low self- esteem. Drawing on stories of women in the Bible and in contemporary life, he recommends confronting trials, recognizing the Lord's calling, and claiming one's God- determined role. 2002. The Good Life: Truths That Last in Times of Need BR 14812 by Peter J. Gomes 3 volumes "Out of all this moral discourse and analysis, what can I find and use to make a life, and not just a living?" Inspired by this type of moral curiosity from his students, Harvard minister and bestselling author addresses the theological and practical foundations for pursuing the virtuous life. 2002. Joseph Smith BR 14615 by Robert V. Remini 2 volumes Historian portrays the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the worldwide religion known as the Mormon Church. Asserts that Joseph Smith (1805–1844) and his religious movement are characteristic of the Jacksonian era and compares Mormon beliefs to those of other Christian faiths. 2002. The Life of Saint Teresa of Avila by Herself BR 14910 translated by J.M. Cohen 3 volumes Autobiography of St. Teresa (1515–1582), written at the request of her confessors. The devout Spanish Carmelite nun and mystic founded seventeen convents in Spain. A classic spiritual work translated and with an introduction by J.M. Cohen. 1957. Martha, Martha: How Christians Worry BR 14309 by Elaine Leong Eng 2 volumes Handbook for Christian counselors who treat mentally disturbed clients by integrating psychology with theology. Uses anecdotes to describe symptoms and suggests appropriate treatments by using biblical references. Lists sources for dealing with obsessions, post-traumatic stress disorders, social phobias, anxiety, PMS, and depression. 2000. The Meaning of the Glorious Koran BR 14075 translated by Marmaduke Pickthall 5 volumes Translated by Marmaduke Pickthall with explanatory notes, this earliest work of classical Arabic is the sacred scripture of Islam as revealed to the Prophet Mohammed by the Angel Gabriel. 1992. One Hundred Thirty Questions Children Ask about War and Terrorists BR 14331 by Stephen Arterburn and David Stoop 1 volume Christian authors respond to children's questions prompted by the September 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Presents Bible-based answers to reassure children and allay their fears while explaining world events. 2002. Pope John XXIII BR 14157 by Thomas Cahill 2 volumes Portrait of the legendary and beloved Italian pope John XXIII (1881–1963), who was concerned not only for Catholics but for all of humankind. Cahill retraces the "labyrinthine history of the papacy, which gave him his platform," and covers the pontiff's career and impact on the Vatican. 2002. The Question of God: C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud Debate God, Love, Sex, and the Meaning of Life BR 14479 by Armand M. Nicholi 3 volumes Although confirmed atheist Freud (1856–1939) and converted Christian Lewis (1898–1963) did not debate each other while alive, the author (himself a psychiatrist and professor) examines their beliefs and behaviors through their published work, autobiographies, and private correspondence to determine how they arrived at conflicting conclusions. Some descriptions of sex. 2002. Reluctant Saint: The Life of Francis of Assisi BR 14628 by Donald Spoto 3 volumes Using the results of Franciscan scholarship since the 1990s, Spoto's account places Francis of Assisi (1182–1226) within the context of religious, social, and political forces of medieval Italy. Spoto discusses Francis's growth from playboy to penitent to poor man to saint. 2002. Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures BR 13930 by Mary Baker Eddy 6 volumes The basic text of the Church of Christ, Scientist, written by the church's founder, Mary Baker Eddy, to explain the tenets of Christian Science. The "Key to the Scriptures" analyzes certain passages in Genesis and Revelation in relation to Christian Science. 1875. Searching for Your Soul: Writers of Many Faiths Share Their Personal Stories of Spiritual Discovery BR 14526 edited by Katherine Kurs 5 volumes Writings by more than fifty authors with a wide range of beliefs and backgrounds. Describes the quest for holiness; examines such issues as family, tradition, physical longings, and religious cultures that affect personal growth. Observes that the sacred life is more often a dynamic journey than a spiritual stasis. 1999. Unholy War: Terror in the Name of Islam BR 14263 by John L. Esposito 2 volumes A professor of religion and international affairs who is the director of the Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University discusses popular misconceptions about Islam. Answers questions about the differences between the majority of Muslims and the minority who proclaim jihad or holy war. 2002. What's So Amazing about Grace? BR 14677 by Philip Yancey 3 volumes Religion author illustrates the impact of forgiveness and mercy through a series of personal anecdotes, histor- ical events, and biblical stories. In "Babette's Feast," a destitute woman is taken in by two sisters and years later invites an entire community to a feast in thanksgiving. 1997. Wide as the Waters: The Story of the English Bible and the Revolution It Inspired BR 13687 by Benson Bobrick 4 volumes A scholar chronicles the development of the English Bible from its first translation, sponsored by John Wycliffe in 1382, to the 1611 King James Version. Bobrick argues that when free to interpret the Scriptures as they saw fit, the English people adopted a concept of free thought that led to the English Civil War. 2001. Science and Technology Bug: The Strange Mutations of the World's Most Famous Automobile BR 14585 by Phil Patton 3 volumes A cultural history of the Volkswagen, from its origins in the 1940s when Hitler popularized it as the "people's car" to its reinvention in California in 1998 as the New Beetle. Describes how the VW became an universally identifiable icon. 2002. Chance in the House of Fate: A Natural History of Heredity BR 14837 by Jennifer Ackerman 3 volumes Former National Geographic staff writer explores genetic links between humans and other forms of life—even yeast. Ackerman's narrative blends scientific explanations of heredity and her own personal experiences, including her sister's mental retardation. 2001. The Difference Engine: Charles Babbage and the Quest to Build the First Computer BR 14093 by Doron Swade 3 volumes London Science Museum director describes the efforts of British mathematician/inventor Charles Babbage (1791–1871) to construct a calculating machine for use in navigation, science, engineering, and banking. Chronicles not only his life and times but also the latter-day building of the first working Babbage engine—in time to celebrate his bicentenary. 2000. The Emperor of Scent: A Story of Perfume, Obsession, and the Last Mystery of the Senses BR 14687 by Chandler Burr 3 volumes Explains that Italian scientist Luca Turin's obsession with scent led to his groundbreaking research, developing a new theory of smell, in the 1990s. Burr explains the molecular biology behind Turin's discoveries and explores the response of the private sector, perfume industry, and scientific community. 2002. The Genie in the Bottle: Sixty-Four All New Commentaries on the Fascinating Chemistry of Everyday Life BR 14722 by Joe Schwarcz 3 volumes Chemistry professor explores the science of commonplace materials and events in this collection of brief and conversational essays. Organizing his observations into five sections, including health, food, history, and "silly stuff," Dr. Schwarcz provides scientific explanations and anecdotes about everything from herbal remedies to the "magic" of the genie bottle. 2001. A Guide to the Elements BR 14718 by Albert Stwertka 2 volumes Introduction to the 114 chemical elements identified so far on the periodic table. Traces the history of this table and discusses each element's discovery, its properties, and its uses. For senior high and older readers. 2002. Heavenly Errors: Misconceptions about the Real Nature of the Universe BR 14742 by Neil F. Comins 2 volumes Astronomy professor identifies common misconceptions about the cosmos. Topics range from false notions regarding distant galaxies to erroneous theories about what causes tides and seasons and which planet is the hottest. He emphasizes the origins of incorrect ideas, how to avoid them, and how to change them. 2001. The Monk in the Garden: The Lost and Found Genius of Gregor Mendel, the Father of Genetics BR 14311 by Robin Marantz Henig 3 volumes Account of the life and times of Gregor Mendel, the nineteenth-century Augustinian monk credited with establishing the foundation of modern genetics through his investigations of inheritance in pea plants. Explains how his experiments revealed modifications in successive generations, a crucial factor in evolution that Darwin failed to address. 2000. The New World of Mr. Tompkins: George Gamow's classic Mr. Tompkins in Paperback BR 13770 by Russell Stannard 2 volumes A professor explains scientific ideas from modern physics and astrophysics to Mr. Tompkins, a fictional bank clerk. This updated and revised edition of the 1965 book discusses such concepts as relativity, quantum theory, and the structure of the atom. 1999. Our Universe: The Thrill of Extragalactic Exploration as Told by Leading Experts BR 14799 edited by S. Alan Stern 2 volumes Nine essays by leading astronomers and cosmologists concerning space exploration beyond the Milky Way. Topics include the search for massive black holes, the Big Bang, dark matter, and gamma-ray bursts. Profiles of contributing authors provide insight into their personal experiences in the space science field. 2001. A Rum Affair: A True Story of Botanical Fraud BR 14321 by Karl Sabbagh 3 volumes Documents a fifty-year-old suspected fraud allegedly committed by eminent botanist John Heslop Harrison, who claimed as discoveries specimens he may have planted on the Isle of Rum, Scotland. Explores the efforts of Harrison's contemporary, John Raven, to expose the sham and examines the relationship between the accused and accuser. 1999. Simply Einstein: Relativity Demystified BR 14769 by Richard Wolfson 3 volumes Physicist explains for nonscientists the underlying principles of Einstein's theory of relativity. Explores the history of ideas that culminated in Einstein's vision of a four-dimensional universe of relativistic space-time. The author anticipates frequently asked questions, discussing time travel, curved space, black holes, and new meanings for past and future. 2003. The Story of Mathematics BR 13805 by Richard Mankiewicz 2 volumes Highlights of the history of mathematics from some of the world's great civilizations. Relates the contributions to culture of scientific, philosophical, and mathematical concepts. Traces the development of math from its use as a means of counting in agricultural societies to its modern importance in digital technology. 2000. Social Sciences The Atlantic Sound BR 13802 by Caryl Phillips 2 volumes Acclaimed English novelist explores slavery's legacy in three major centers of the eighteenth- and nineteenth- century transatlantic slave trade: Liverpool, England; Accra, Ghana; and Charleston, South Carolina. Phillips visits these ports to assess conditions among black people, and compares his experiences with those of historical figures who were implicated in the commerce. 2000. Between Church and State: Religion and Public Education in a Multicultural America BR 14451 by James W. Fraser 3 volumes Examines the often-thorny relationship between religious institutions and public schools since the seventeenth century. Explores literacy movements among African Americans and missionary impacts among Native Americans. Alleges that 1990s controversies over creationism and school vouchers indicate public ambivalence about secularism and its long-term impact on children. 1999. Emergence: The Connected Lives of Ants, Brains, Cities, and Software BR 13846 by Steven Johnson 3 volumes Weaves together biology, sociology, archaeology, and computer science to show how a collective can be smarter than any one of its members. Predicts that "artificial emergence" in software technology—the multiplication of intelligent self-organizing interactive feedback systems— will influence the evolution of human culture. 2001. The Essential Harold Cruse: A Reader BR 14285 edited by William Jelani Cobb 4 volumes Selected writings by a prominent African American scholar. Includes essays from his 1967 classic book, The Crisis of the Negro Intellectual, in which he calls for black autonomy. Includes a 1997 interview from the Radical History Review and works dealing with Marxism and Jewish relations. 2002. The Guy Book: An Owner's Manual for Teens; Safety, Maintenance, and Operating Instructions for Teens BR 14118 by Mavis Jukes 2 volumes Provides information for male adolescents on changes that occur in their bodies during puberty and offers advice on sexual topics, nutrition, health, relationships, peer pressure, etiquette, and other issues. For junior and senior high readers. 2002. Health Insurance Resource Manual: A Guide for People with Chronic Disease and Disability BR 14807 by Dorothy E. Northrop and Stephen E. Cooper 2 volumes Explains managed care health insurance plans, Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid and federal laws covering them. Also lists resources for high-risk individuals state by state. 2003. A Matter of Dignity: Changing the Lives of the Disabled BR 14083 by Andrew Potok 2 volumes The author of Ordinary Daylight (RC 16674) portrays activists, technicians, health professionals, and others working to improve the everyday lives of people with disabilities through technological progress or advances in public policy and awareness. Potok discusses independence, quality of life, and dignity, relating these issues to his own experience with retinitis pigmentosa. 2002. The Nature of Generosity BR 14459 by William Kittredge 2 volumes In this memoir, the author chronicles his childhood on an Oregon ranch and journeys to Alaska, Peru, and France exploring human development and civilization. He rails against greed in all forms (especially systems that profit by damaging nature) and proposes a world order that values generosity and creativity. 2000. Stone Soup for the World: Life-Changing Stories of Everyday Heroes BR 14744 by Marianne Larned 4 volumes A collection of one hundred stories from thirty countries about dedicated people working with their neighbors to help build better communities and futures through simple acts of goodwill. The director of a national nonprofit education organization, Larned also offers information on how to join volunteer efforts. 1998. The Ultimate Terrorists BR 13987 by Jessica Stern 3 volumes A former staff member of the National Security Council provides background information on the rise of state- sponsored and independent political terrorism in world affairs. Stern offers a historical review of the roots and motivations of extremist organizations and discusses the kinds of weapons they may have available. 1999. What the People Know: Freedom and the Press BR 14246 by Richard Reeves 1 volume A veteran journalist assesses the state of his profession in the late 1990s. Chronicles such changes as evolving technology, increasing corporate control over newsrooms, and shifting media standards since the 1960s. Depicts a press gone awry and advocates returning to the objective and unbridled pursuit of truth. 1998. Sports and Recreation Aqua Fitness: The Low-Impact Total Body Fitness Workout BR 14905 by Mimi Rodriguez Adami 2 volumes Advocates total body workout in deep and shallow water as well as at the beach to attain fitness and health. Describes exercises for specific muscles, suggests appropriate equipment, and recommends sports and relaxation programs. 2002. Bowling for Beginners: Simple Steps to Strikes and Spares BR 14139 by Don Nace 1 volume Explains equipment, scoring, techniques, and etiquette of the game of bowling. Also gives tips on how to improve one's score and how to prepare oneself mentally in order to win. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2001. Clicker Training for Horses BR 13944 by Alexandra Kurland 1 volume This companion book to Clicker Training for Your Horse (BR 13943) condenses the operant conditioning steps that are based on dolphin training. Relying on positive reinforcement, this method can eliminate aggression and other common problems a rider encounters. 1999. Clicker Training for Your Horse BR 13943 by Alexandra Kurland 3 volumes In this in-depth companion to Clicker Training for Horses (BR 13944) an animal behaviorist explains how to use operant conditioning to train a horse to respond positively to a clicker. Offers detailed lesson plans covering problem solving, working with foals, loading a trailer, teaching manners, and riding. 1998. Death in the Afternoon BR 14081 by Ernest Hemingway 3 volumes Classic treatise on all phases of bullfighting from the raising and training of the animals to sketches of bullfighters. Descriptions of bravery, cowardice, pageantry, and history are enlivened by Hemingway's comments on life and literature. Some strong language. 1932. Get Strong! Body by Jake's Guide to Building Confidence, Muscles, and a Great Future for Teenage Guys BR 14327 by Jake Steinfeld 2 volumes Fitness trainer uses anecdotes from his own life to inspire teens to concentrate on improving their bodies as well as their social and inner lives. Explains how to take charge, set goals, realize one's dreams, and build values. Includes sample workout and diet. For senior high and older readers. 2002. The Road to Chess Improvement BR 14284 by Alex Yermolinsky 4 volumes Champion player and coach offers advice and strategy tips by analyzing actual games. Discusses a variety of opening set-ups, trend-breaking tools, the value of exchanges, and computer chess. Revisits classic games and instructions. 1999. The Tandem Book BR 13835 by Angel Rodriguez and Carla Black 2 volumes A guide to buying, riding, and maintaining a bicycle built for two. Includes information on the history of the bike, and on touring, traveling, racing, and pedaling with children. 1997. The Teammates BR 14902 by David Halberstam 2 volumes The saga of four Boston Red Sox players from the 1940s— Dominic DiMaggio, Johnny Pesky, Ted Williams, and Bobby Doerr—who remain friends for over sixty years. In 2001 DiMaggio and Pesky begin a long car trip to visit the dying Williams and reminisce about the past. Bestseller. 2003. Touch the Top of the World: A Blind Man's Journey to Climb Farther than the Eye Can See BR 14512 by Erik Weihenmayer 3 volumes In this adventure-packed memoir, the author recalls rebelling against becoming blind by age fifteen. Relates acquiring a passion for mountaineering and developing the character traits that enabled him to succeed. Covers his climbing exploits and his wedding on top of Mount Kilimanjaro. Some strong language. 2001. What Time Is It? You Mean Now? Advice for Life from the Zennest Master of Them All BR 14563 by Yogi Berra 1 volume Retired baseball champion expands on the advice he first offered in When You Come to a Fork in the Road, Take It! (BR 13542) by using anecdotes relating to baseball. Suggests cultivating a positive attitude, exercising, setting goals, and taking advantage of opportunities. 2002. Winning Chess Openings BR 13869 by Bill Robertie 1 volume Explains the twenty-five essential chess openings from the standard King's Pawn to the counterattacking half-open defenses. Discusses each approach and the thought processes involved from "both white's and black's perspectives, and the possibilities of moves and their strengths (and weaknesses) fully played out." 1995. Winning Sounds like This: A Season with the Women's Basketball Team at Gallaudet, the World's Only University for the Deaf BR 14370 by Wayne Coffey 2 volumes A sportswriter chronicles the 1999–2000 women's basketball season at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. The Bisons, made up of deaf students, compete against hearing teams in the NCAA Division III. Their coach, Kitty Baldridge, a hearing child of deaf parents, communicates in American Sign Language. 2002. Stage and Screen Elvis Presley BR 14616 by Bobbie Ann Mason 2 volumes Award-winning novelist explores the mystique of America's first rock-and-roll superstar, Elvis Presley (1935–1977). Explains Presley's musical roots and his close family ties, asserting that the entertainer's achievement of the American dream was his undoing. 2003. Kate Remembered BR 14926 by A. Scott Berg 3 volumes Berg's memoir of his twenty-year personal dialog with Academy Award-winning actress Katharine Hepburn (1907– 2003). He recalls her reminiscences about her family, her acting career, and her relationship with Spencer Tracy, along with his own memories of his time spent with her. Bestseller. 2003. The Richard Rodgers Reader BR 14586 edited by Geoffrey Block 5 volumes Essays about the career of the popular American composer for the musical stage. Critical overviews introduce key phases of Rodgers's creative life: collaborations with Lorenz Hart from 1919 to 1943, with Oscar Hammer- stein between 1943 and 1960, and on his own in later years, to 1979. Includes selections from Rodgers's own writings. 2002. Travel City of the Soul: A Walk in Rome BR 14847 by William Murray 1 volume Longtime resident presents an intimate walking tour of this ancient city. Murray's tour illuminates the history and legend behind famous sites like the Pantheon, the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and the Piazza di Spagna. The guide also connects past to present by revealing modern Rome's hotels, shopping areas, restaurants, and cafes. 2002. Far Appalachia: Following the New River North BR 13726 by Noah Adams 2 volumes National Public Radio host describes a year spent exploring the New River's course along three hundred fifty miles between North Carolina and West Virginia, by canoe, by bicycle, and on foot. Adams introduces the region's inhabitants and natural history as well as his own family roots there. 2001. Florence, a Delicate Case BR 14339 by David Leavitt 1 volume Explores expatriates' attraction to this Italian city. Examines Florence's twin status as a capital of great art and a haven of permissive sexual attitudes. Discusses books and movies set there and the city's appeal as a destination for homosexual artists and scholars. 2002. Four Wings and a Prayer: Caught in the Mystery of the Monarch Butterfly BR 13782 by Sue Halpern 2 volumes Describes a trip into Mexico accompanying a cowboy entomologist tracking the monarch's migration. Combines scientific knowledge and research on this butterfly population, profiles of people who study and follow monarchs, and travel adventures. 2001. A House in Sicily BR 14320 by Daphne Phelps 2 volumes Memoir of the Englishwoman who owns Casa Cuseni, a popular pensione in Sicily. Phelps, barely able to speak Italian and with little money, traveled to Taormina to sell her unexpected inheritance. Instead, she fell in love with the estate, its gardens, community, and the Italian way of life. 1999. Mattanza: Love and Death in the Sea of Sicily BR 14489 by Theresa Maggio 2 volumes Combines natural history, travel, and personal experience to describe the centuries-old ritual trapping of the bluefin tuna that swim into the Mediterranean Sea. During her fifteen years interspersed with visits to the fishing village of Favignana in Sicily, Maggio lost her heart to the tuna and to the virile local fishermen. 2000. The Shadow of the Sun BR 14447 by Ryszard Kapuscinski 3 volumes Polish journalist reminisces about his forty years of extensive travel in Africa, reporting on political and social change, hitching rides on back roads, and wandering with nomads. In "The Cooling Hell," he describes a trip to chaotic Liberia when it was at the mercy of warlords after Doe's assassination. Some strong language. 2001. Sixpence House: Lost in a Town of Books BR 15087 by Paul Collins 2 volumes Memoir of American author's relocation to Hay-on-Wye, or "Town of Books," a Welsh village boasting fifteen hundred inhabitants and forty antiquarian bookstores. Finding work in the largest one, Collins describes his pleasure in poring through endless dusty book stacks. He also recounts attempting to buy Sixpence House, a tumbledown pub in the town's center. 2003. Trieste and the Meaning of Nowhere BR 13892 by Jan Morris 2 volumes Travel writer Morris reflects on history, earlier adventures, friends, convictions, and change. She has chosen Trieste as the subject of what she claims is her last book because of its personal resonance, reexamining herself in the context of this Adriatic city to which she has been drawn for more than half a century. 2001. U.S. History Abraham Lincoln BR 14625 by Thomas Keneally 2 volumes A concise biography of the Civil War president. Discusses Lincoln's backwoods upbringing, storytelling gift, and entry into politics. Focuses on his presidency during a pivotal time in United States history. 2003. America under Attack: Primary Sources BR 14570 edited by Tamara L. Roleff 1 volume Uses eye witness reports, news articles, and speeches to examine the September 11, 2001, attack by Muslim extremists on the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon in Virginia. Describes America's response, world reaction, and the subsequent war on terrorism. For junior and senior high readers. 2002. American Ground: Unbuilding the World Trade Center BR 14746 by William Langewiesche 2 volumes Author witnesses the daily dismantling of the ruins of New York's World Trade Center for nine months after the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001. Describes the physical dangers and the emotional turmoil endured by the workers. Originally published as stories in the Atlantic Monthly. 2002. The American Revolution: A History BR 14160 by Gordon S. Wood 2 volumes Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, the author of The Radicalism of the American Revolution (RC 36630), explores the causes and effects of the rebellion of the North American colonies. Discusses the republican ideas, developed over the century and a half before the insurrection, that inspired the colonists. 2002. America's Splendid Little Wars: A Short History of U.S. Military Engagements, 1975–2000 BR 14946 by Peter Huchthausen 3 volumes Retired naval officer and author of K-19: The Widowmaker (RC 55090) traces America's post-Vietnam armed conflicts from the 1975 rescue of the hijacked SS Mayaguez in the Gulf of Siam through the 1990s interventions in the Balkans. Includes U.S. failures in Lebanon, Iran, and Somalia and victories in Desert Storm, Grenada, and Panama. 2003. The Cell: Inside the 9/11 Plot, and Why the FBI and CIA Failed to Stop It BR 14392 by John Miller and Michael Stone 3 volumes Investigative reporters (John Miller interviewed Osama bin Laden in 1998) chronicle the investigation of Islamist terrorist cells by police, the FBI, and the CIA begun in the late 1980s. Highlights how political concerns that followed the 1993 World Trade Center bombing contributed to the failure to deter the militants. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2002. Deep in Our Hearts: Nine White Women in the Freedom Movement BR 14477 by Constance Curry and Emmie Schrader Adams 4 volumes Recollections of coming of age in the 1960s with an active commitment to the struggle for racial equality and justice. Women from very different backgrounds—southern and northern, poor and middle-class—describe how their upbringing prepared them to join the civil rights movement. 2000. Drawing the Line: How Mason and Dixon Surveyed the Most Famous Border in America BR 14317 by Edwin Danson 2 volumes Surveyor-historian Danson recreates the lives and times of Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon. He appraises the accomplishments of the two British surveyors who endured the hardships of the North American wilderness between 1763 and 1767 to settle an eighty-year-old boundary dispute between the Penns of Pennsylvania and the Calverts of Maryland. 2001. Exploring Lewis and Clark: Reflections on Men and Wilderness BR 14695 by Thomas P. Slaughter 3 volumes Historian evaluates nineteenth-century explorers Meriwether Lewis and Willam Clark as human beings by analyzing their journals and the "cultural imperatives behind them." Essays discuss the enslavement and fate of their female Shoshone guide, treatment of Clark's slave York, and experiences with hunting, dreams, and snakes. 2003. The Flag, the Poet, and the Song: The Story of the Star- Spangled Banner BR 13894 by Irvin Molotsky 2 volumes Relates the history of the United States flag, how it inspired the poem written in 1814 by Francis Scott Key, and how the poem was set to music and later adopted as the national anthem. Discusses the myths and facts surrounding these events. 2001. General Ike: A Personal Reminiscence BR 14949 by John S.D. Eisenhower 3 volumes The son of General Dwight D. Eisenhower draws on his own observations and research as a military historian to describe his father's relationships with World War II associates. Essays portray Ike's interactions with George Patton, Bernard Montgomery, Douglas MacArthur, George C. Marshall, Charles de Gaulle, and Winston Churchill, among others. Some strong language. 2003. Generations of Captivity: A History of African-American Slaves BR 14726 by Ira Berlin 4 volumes In this sequel to Many Thousands Gone (BR 14699), Berlin continues relating the saga of American slavery from its beginnings in the seventeenth century to its abolition in the nineteenth. Discusses differences in the northern and southern parts of the country, westward migration, and eventual freedom. 2003. James Madison BR 14305 by Garry Wills 2 volumes Explores how a successful Founding Father became an ineffectual fourth president. Views James Madison (1751– 1836) in his role as the first executive to lead a war (in 1812) and the circumstances that influenced his time in office. Traces his life of public service afterwards. 2002. John Quincy Adams BR 14399 by Robert V. Remini 2 volumes Personal and political portrait of John Quincy Adams (1767– 1848), sixth president of the United States and son of the second president. Describes his long diplomatic career, his difficulties and accomplishments as commander-in-chief, his return to Congress after the presidency, and his defense of the participants in the 1839 Amistad slave revolt. 2002. Let's Roll: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage BR 14374 by Lisa Beamer 2 volumes The widow of Todd Beamer, who led his fellow passengers against the terrorists on September 11, 2001, on Flight 93 that crashed in Pennsylvania, describes her late husband's life. Todd, a devout Christian family man, was raised with some traditional values that enabled him to risk his life for others. Bestseller. 2002. Martha Washington: First Lady of Liberty BR 14900 by Helen Bryan 5 volumes Presents the life of the first United States president's wife, Martha Washington (1731–1802), in the social, political, and economic context of early America, especially colonial Virginia. The chronicle depicts Martha as her husband's "active, indispensable partner," who "commanded respect in her own right," and reflects her instrumental role in George's success. 2002. Martin Luther King Jr. BR 14184 by Marshall Frady 2 volumes Veteran journalist and biographer profiles the American civil rights leader who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Portrays the events that fixed King in the public's attention, from bus boycotts to the March on Washington to his murder. Also reflects on the minister's private spiritual conflicts. 2002. The Natural: The Misunderstood Presidency of Bill Clinton BR 14060 by Joe Klein 2 volumes Political analyst and author of bestselling Primary Colors (RC 41822) reassesses Clinton's presidency. Argues that despite personal failings, Clinton ran a "serious, disciplined, responsible presidency," with lasting effects on the economy and on the American people. Klein examines the historical record and attempts to put it into perspective. Bestseller. 2002. The President's House: A First Daughter Shares the History and Secrets of the World's Most Famous Home BR 15000 by Margaret Truman 4 volumes The daughter of president Harry Truman describes the history and architectural features of the White House and shares tidbits about its former occupants. Includes anecdotes about past commanders in chief and their families, pets, servants, and distinguished guests. 2003. Robert E. Lee BR 14786 by Roy Blount 2 volumes Cultural journalist and humorist with southern upbringing offers character insights on Confederate Civil War general Robert E. Lee (1807–1870). Discusses Lee's background, the strengths and weaknesses of his military tactics, and his sense of honor. Appendixes explore Lee's sexuality, quirky humor, and attitude toward slavery. 2003. Soul by Soul: Life inside the Antebellum Slave Market BR 14480 by Walter Johnson 4 volumes Using court records, planters' letters, former slave narratives, medical and agricultural journals, and financial statements, New York University history professor examines the slave market in the South, especially in New Orleans, the heart of the domestic slave trade. Discusses the traders, buyers, auctioneers, and slaves' relationships and activities. 1999. Thanks for the Memories, Mr. President: Wit and Wisdom from the Front Row at the White House BR 14249 by Helen Thomas 2 volumes Longtime White House correspondent relates anecdotes about the nine presidents she's covered, from John F. Kennedy to George W. Bush, as well as the jokes and verbal sparring she enjoyed with them. 2002. Theodore Roosevelt BR 14088 by Louis Auchincloss 1 volume This brief biography of President Theodore Roosevelt (1858– 1919) looks at his family life and career, highlights his major accomplishments and innovations, and separates myths from realities. 2001. To America: Personal Reflections of an Historian BR 14637 by Stephen E. Ambrose 3 volumes Historian intersperses his personal story with reflections on American history. His topics include the transcontinental railroad, World War II, Native Americans, Vietnam, civil rights, and women's rights. Also describes well-known persons such as Washington, Lincoln, Lewis and Clark, Nixon, and Eisenhower. Bestseller. 2002. To Begin the World Anew: The Genius and Ambiguities of the American Founders BR 14752 by Bernard Bailyn 2 volumes Pulitzer Prize-winning historian analyzes the contradictory nature of key figures and documents of the American Revolution. Bailyn's five essays discuss cultural influences on political creativity, different sides of Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin's idealism and realism, and the Federalist papers. 2003. W.E.B. Du Bois: The Fight for Equality and the American Century, 1919–1963 BR 13327 by David Levering Lewis 11 volumes Lewis narrates the story of Du Bois's life between 1919 and 1963. Analyzes the competing racial, political, and cultural ideologies of the time and explains the interplay among events, Du Bois's writings, and his fight for equality and justice for African Americans. Sequel to W.E.B. Du Bois: Biography of a Race, 1868–1919 (BR 9885). 2000. What It Felt Like: Living in the American Century BR 14181 by Henry Allen 1 volume Pulitzer Prize-winning writer evokes the social and spiritual tenor of the twentieth century. Captures each decade's tone through the smells, slang expressions, and political issues of the era. 1999. Where We Stand: Thirty Reasons for Loving Our Country BR 14426 by Roger Rosenblatt 1 volume Author and PBS commentator identifies the "core values of the country, along with all the oddities and nonsense that make us us." In a series of brief, upbeat essays, Rosenblatt reflects on the Constitution, freedom of speech, liberalism, religion, political leadership, and the beauty of the American landscape. Some strong language. 2002. War As Always, Jack: A Wartime Love Story BR 14763 by Emma Sweeney 1 volume Following her mother's death in 1985, Emma Sweeney found a packet of letters her father had written as a navy pilot in the 1940s and 1950s. Through reading the letters, Emma came to know her father, who died before she was born, and to understand his love for her mother. 2002. The Englishman's Daughter: A True Story of Love and Betrayal in World War I BR 14254 by Ben Macintyre 3 volumes At the beginning of World War I a group of British soldiers is forced to hide behind enemy lines in a small French village. With the help of the townspeople, the soldiers attempt to pass themselves off as locals. Love, betrayal, and sacrifice abound as ordinary villagers become heroes and villains. 2001. The Greatest War Stories Ever Told BR 13883 edited by Lamar Underwood 4 volumes Twenty-four excerpts from fiction and nonfiction, describing instances of heroism and bravery. Includes writings by Bruce Catton, Michael Shaara, and Stephen Crane on the American Civil War, Ernie Pyle on World War II, and Leo Tolstoy on Napoleon. Some violence and some strong language. 2001. I Am a Soldier, Too: The Jessica Lynch Story BR 15111 by Rick Bragg 2 volumes Relates the experiences of nineteen-year-old U.S. Army private Jessica Lynch, captured during an ambush in March 2003 in southern Iraq and dramatically rescued weeks later, catapulting her into the international spotlight. Describes her West Virginia childhood and adjustment upon returning home wounded. Some violence and some strong language. Bestseller. 2003. Once upon a Town: The Miracle of the North Platte Canteen BR 14210 by Bob Greene 2 volumes The inspirational story of North Platte, Nebraska, a town that served as a brief haven for millions of WWII American soldiers. From Christmas Day 1941 until the end of the war, the residents welcomed every troop train with food, drink, magazines, and words of encouragement. Bestseller. 2002. Silent Death: The Threat of Chemical and Biological Terrorism BR 13936 by Kathlyn Gay 1 volume Survey of biological warfare agents such as anthrax, plague, and food poisoning, and chemical weapons such as the nerve gases used in the Gulf War that could be employed in other world conflicts. Describes terrorist threats and the defense measures used to combat them. For senior high and older readers. 2001. War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning BR 14784 by Chris Hedges 2 volumes Drawing on personal experience and combat literature, award-winning journalist explores human beings' obsession with conflict. Hedges demonstrates how the "myth of war" conditions people to embrace the glory of battle in pursuit of a noble cause; he then contrasts this myth with the brutal reality of modern warfare. Some violence. 2002. When We Were One: Stories of World War II BR 14478 by W.C. Heinz 2 volumes A collection of articles written for the New York Sun by war correspondent W.C. Heinz, who later became a successful sportswriter. Describes the invasion of Europe, the march into Germany, the interrogation of Nazi prisoners, and the execution of spies. Some strong language. 2002. Women's Concerns The Change before the Change: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Healthy in the Decade before Menopause BR 14129 by Laura E. Corio and Linda G. Kahn 5 volumes A physician explains the physical changes that occur in women prior to menopause during the period called "perimenopause." Discusses symptoms, body functions, and available medicinal and herbal treatments. 2000. God's Leading Lady: Out of the Shadows and into the Light BR 14362 by T.D. Jakes 2 volumes Using stage metaphors, well-known pastor and evangelist encourages women to overcome imperfections and low self- esteem. Drawing on stories of women in the Bible and in contemporary life, he recommends confronting trials, recognizing the Lord's calling, and claiming one's God- determined role. 2002. Healthy Women, Healthy Lives: A Guide to Preventing Disease from the Landmark Nurses' Health Study BR 14125 edited by Susan E. Hankinson and Graham A. Colditz 6 volumes Summarizes the Harvard University medical study, which began in 1976, of nurses and their health. Discusses lowering the risk of common cancers, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis, age-related eye disorders, asthma, arthritis, and Alzheimer's disease. Includes advice on changing behaviors and making decisions. 2001. Pregnant! What Can I Do? A Guide for Teenagers BR 14751 by Tania Heller 2 volumes Physician provides guidance for teenage women who become pregnant unintentionally. Offers suggestions for getting help, making the right decisions, and building a better future. Discusses pros and cons of parenthood, abortion, and adoption, and presents interviews with teens who chose each option. For senior high and older readers. 2002. What to Expect When You're Expecting BR 14234 by Heidi Murkoff and Arlene Eisenberg 9 volumes Third edition of the classic childbirth primer. Details the physical and emotional symptoms, medical tests, and procedures women are likely to experience before, during, and after pregnancy. Includes information on postpartum depression, breastfeeding, alternative birthing, diet, and chronic health conditions. 2002. The Wisdom of Menopause: Creating Physical and Emotional Health and Healing during the Change BR 13918 by Christiane Northrup 7 volumes The author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom (RC 48380) examines female menopause in the context of a mind-body connection. Discusses hormone replacement therapy, herbal treatments, diet and exercise, sex, osteoporosis, heart disease, and other physical changes and emotional issues, including stress and depression. Bestseller. 2001. World History Afghanistan: A Short History of Its People and Politics BR 14068 by Martin Ewans 3 volumes Former British diplomat provides an overview of the ancient and modern history of the troubled Central Asian country. Discusses Afghanistan's conflicting tribal traditions, the absence of a central government, and its centuries of warfare and foreign occupation. 2002. The Americas: A Hemispheric History BR 14899 by Felipe Fernández-Armesto 2 volumes Oxford historian describes the Western Hemisphere from prehistoric times to the present. Topics include indigenous peoples, the slave trade, politics, and commerce. Also discusses the vast contrasts between north and south and the increasing preeminence of the United States beginning in the late eighteenth century with independence, unity, and industrialization. 2003. The Assassination of Lumumba BR 14242 by Ludo de Witte 4 volumes Examination of the 1961 murder of Patrice Lumumba, the Congo's first prime minister, and its political complexities. De Witte argues that the United States and Western Europe, fearing that the former Belgian colony would turn to the Soviets following independence, were complicit in plotting Lumumba's assassination. Some strong language. 2001. The Conquerors: Roosevelt, Truman, and the Destruction of Hitler's Germany, 1941–1945 BR 14533 by Michael Beschloss 4 volumes Historian relates the political dilemmas facing the Allies during World War II, including the future of conquered Germany. American Secretary of the Treasury Henry Morgenthau, Jr. urged harsh punitive measures in retaliation for Nazi crimes against European Jews, while others sought rehabilitation and the establishment of democracy to prevent further German aggression. Bestseller. 2002. The Crisis of Islam: Holy War and Unholy Terror BR 14698 by Bernard Lewis 2 volumes Princeton historian traces the roots of anti-Americanism in the Islamic world. Explores the conditions that led to terrorism in the west, including the Islamic Revolution in Iran, U.S. foreign policy, Soviet influence in the Middle East, and the role of Saudi Arabia in creating Muslim extremism. Bestseller. 2003. An Empire of Plants: People and Plants That Changed the World BR 14912 by Toby Musgrave and Will Musgrave 3 volumes Discusses the role of seven plants—tobacco, sugar cane, cotton, tea, poppies (opium), cinchona tree bark (quinine), and rubber—and how they influenced the rise of imperialism, overseas trade, and social changes. Also portrays the adventurers, merchants, and slaves who were engaged in the development of this economy. 2000. The Handbook of the Middle East BR 14383 by Michael G. Kort 3 volumes Overview of the Middle East's history, geography, culture, government, and politics. Includes Egypt, Libya, Israel, the Palestinian Authority, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Turkey, Iran, and the countries of the Arabian Peninsula: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Bahrain. For senior high and older readers. 2002. The Handbook of the New Eastern Europe BR 14144 by Michael G. Kort 2 volumes Overview of the nations that comprise eastern Europe since the 1989 fall of Communism including the former Yugoslavia, the Czech and Slovak Republics, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Albania. Includes information on history, economics, culture, ethnic groups, and social upheaval. For senior high and older readers. 2001. The Hemingway Book Club of Kosovo BR 14761 by Paula Huntley 2 volumes A journal of the author's experiences in Prishtina, Kosovo, where she taught English to returned Albanian students during an eight-month period in 2000. She describes the aftermath of the NATO-forced Serb retreat and her students' hopes for a better life in the depressed province. 2003. The History of Terrorism BR 14669 by Robert Taylor 1 volume Examines the political agendas, religious beliefs, and strategies of groups that use violence to generate fear to gain their objectives. Considers anticolonial, separatist, revolutionary, and holy wars throughout history. For junior and senior high readers. 2002. Holy War, Inc.: Inside the Secret World of Osama bin Laden BR 14070 by Peter L. Bergen 3 volumes A journalist for CNN who interviewed Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan in 1997 investigates al-Qaeda, the Islamic terrorist organization. Describes its objectives, its past crimes including the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, and its worldwide reach. Traces bin Laden's past and his relationship to the Taliban. Bestseller. 2001. Long Shadows: Truth, Lies, and History BR 13839 by Erna Paris 5 volumes Canadian writer travels to four continents interviewing residents in Japan, Germany, Bosnia, South Africa, France, and the United States to observe how each country interprets its painful past. Explores apartheid, ethnic cleansing, slavery, and the Holocaust to analyze collective guilt, shame, power, and denial. 2001. The Measure of Reality: Quantification and Western Society, 1250–1600 BR 14334 by Alfred W. Crosby 2 volumes Examines the shift from qualitative to quantitative thinking in Europe during the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Discusses the ensuing developments in science, technology, and trade practices as well as in music and painting that led to the rise of Western civilization. 1997. Napoleon BR 14277 by Paul Johnson 2 volumes Historian reassesses Bonaparte's spectacular career and character, examining the myth and the reality. Johnson contends that Napoleon "was not an ideologue but an opportunist, who seized on the accident of the French Revolution to propel himself into supreme power." 2002. Queen and Country: The Fifty-Year Reign of Elizabeth II BR 14333 by William Shawcross 2 volumes British historian recounts the life and times of Great Britain's queen from her 1952 ascent to the throne to her 2002 Golden Jubilee. Describes how Elizabeth II adjusted to modern times the ancient monarchy she inherited, surviving notable challenges, among them the tabloid reports of her family's affairs. 2002. The Rasputin File BR 14452 by Edvard Radzinsky 6 volumes Examines the life and assassination of Rasputin—the controversial holy man who influenced the last imperial Russian court. Explores his alleged sexual misconduct, his spiritual hold over Tsarina Alexandra, and how he was murdered. Based on files from the Soviet archives. Some descriptions of sex. 2000. Terrorists and Terrorist Groups BR 14670 by Stephen Currie 1 volume Discusses the origins, political purposes, religious beliefs, and strategies of groups that use violence to achieve their goals. Includes information on the Palestinian movement Hamas, Peru's Shining Path, the Irish Republican Army, al-Qaeda, and Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh. For junior and senior high readers. 2002. Winston Churchill BR 14589 by John Keegan 2 volumes Military historian explores the mystique of Britain's prime minister during World War II, discussing his life, works, and speeches. Portrays Churchill, the man and the political leader, in the context of England's history. 2002.