NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 14, 2012
"Not for all readers, but prime in its class--literate, learned and wise criticism, with scarcely a breath of cynicism or disdain."
A winner of just about every major literary award exercises his considerable critical chops, ruminating on the works
of poets, photographers, writers and other artists.
Read full book review >
NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 15, 2012
"An engrossing biography of a woman worthy of iconic status."
Published to coincide with what would have been her 100th birthday, this biography of the iconic Julia Child (1912–2004) does full justice to its complex subject.
Read full book review >
NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 16, 2012
"A mesmerizing journey through time, across cultures and into one woman's rich personal history."
The haunting account of an investigative journalist's efforts to uncover her family's hidden Sephardic Jewish past.
Read full book review >
NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 16, 2012
"An exciting, inspiring and essential book for anyone interested in American theater."
NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 20, 2012
"Editor Davison (English/De Montfort Univ.) supplies necessary contextual information and footnotes generously, but stays in the shadows and allows us to truly enjoy Orwell's impressive chronicles."
A co-editor of George Orwell's
Complete Works offers a lushly annotated edition of Orwell's diaries from 1931 to 1949.
Read full book review >
NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 20, 2012
"A tour-de-force journey through the natural world."
An examination of the all-encompassing role that the atmosphere plays in shaping our lives.
Read full book review >
