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OCT. 22, 2012
Alternately sad, defiant, carefree and understated, this journey into a world hidden in plain sight is well worth taking. Full review >
OCT. 2, 2012
With a vast dramatis personae and stage, Hyde’s book sheds considerable light on the 19th-century development of the nation.... Full review >
OCT. 2, 2012
Sobering stories about the politics of power—its loss, its gain—and the deep human suffering that inevitably results. Full review >
OCT. 30, 2012
Meticulously researched, suspenseful and engrossing. Full review >
OCT. 9, 2012
Even though we know the answers to most of the questions—Will our heroine win the coveted role of Fanny Brice in Funny Girl?... Full review >
OCT. 2, 2012
A well-told, direct story of endurance and courage in the face of death and destruction on an apocalyptic scale, as moving... Full review >
OCT. 30, 2012
A fascinating mix of cutting-edge science with philosophy and theology. Full review >
OCT. 25, 2012
Art lovers, Renaissance junkies and even travelers will love this book, which brings these two geniuses to vivid life and... Full review >
OCT. 2, 2012
In rich, lyrical prose, McKinney deftly honors both the man and the mystery. Full review >
OCT. 2, 2012
The Great Helmsman fully fleshed, still complicated and ever provocative. Full review >
OCT. 16, 2012
A profound and richly satisfying reckoning with the movies and what they mean. Full review >
OCT. 9, 2012
Brilliantly juxtaposes Marvel with its best characters: flawed and imperfect, but capable of achieving miraculous feats. Full review >
OCT. 16, 2012
Beautifully constructed reflections and careful sifting of Jefferson’s thoughts and deeds. Full review >
OCT. 15, 2012
A breathtaking study of “walking as enabling sight and thought rather than encouraging retreat and escape.” Full review >
OCT. 22, 2012
Provocative, illuminating and entertaining—an exemplary work of philosophy and history whose author's deep learning is... Full review >
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