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A fishing book that will appeal to initiates in the piscatorial arts (especially as practiced in the British Isles), but may... Full review >
APRIL 3, 2012
A decent cultural study, but many readers may desire more analysis and wisdom. Full review >
FEB. 28, 2012
A meticulous, very specific “on the ground” research study. Full review >
SEPT. 4, 2012
Entertaining, informative, satisfying and fun—everything books should be. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
A good start on a rich subject. Full review >
APRIL 27, 2012
In an intimate glimpse, Coretta steps out from her husband’s shadow. Full review >
MARCH 1, 2012
A powerful story of a tumultuous era by an author more adept at visual art than textual storytelling. Full review >
FEB. 17, 2012
A modern apologetic with appeal for like-minded readers. Full review >
OCT. 1, 2012
A moving call to action. Full review >
JULY 17, 2012
Meandering entertainment. Full review >
SEPT. 18, 2012
What would Howard Roark do? Maybe find a more persuasive apology for Randian money-grubbism. Full review >
SEPT. 4, 2012
A fine examination of a life, well deserving a place alongside David McCullough’s study of Adams père. Full review >
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