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2010 Non-Starred Books That Readers Should Revisit (page 2)


Cover art for WAR IS NOT OVER WHEN IT’S OVER
NONFICTION
Released: Sept. 14, 2010

"This searing exposé on war's remnants convincingly makes the case that gender inequality may be one of the greatest threats to peace."
A gripping, ground-floor look at the lingering ravages of conflict in some of the deadliest contemporary war zones. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE PAIN CHRONICLES
NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 24, 2010

"A rich mélange of ideas and journalism."
An intriguing investigation of chronic pain that combines expert opinion, philosophy and history with the author's personal struggle. Read full book review >
Cover art for DELHI
NONFICTION
Released: July 20, 2010

"Miller is a delightful tour guide, capturing this "monstrous, addictive city" as it stumbles toward the future."
Energetic, idiosyncratic tour of India's capital city. Read full book review >
Cover art for OPERATION MINCEMEAT
NONFICTION
Released: May 4, 2010

"Macintyre spins a terrific yarn, full of details gleaned from painstaking detective work. "
The exciting story of the ingenious British ruse that distracted the Nazis from the Allied Sicilian invasion. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE GREAT OOM
NONFICTION
Released: May 3, 2010

""Genius or fraud?" American guru Bernard garners an evenhanded new consideration."
Former Rolling Stone managing editor Love delivers a spirited portrayal of the colorful life of early yoga impresario Pierre Bernard (1876–1955). Read full book review >
Cover art for GET CAPONE
NONFICTION
Released: May 1, 2010

"An impressive, accessible history of a troubled time."
Scrupulously researched account of the men who made the 1920s roar, and the straight-arrows who stopped them. Read full book review >