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Nine Epic True-Life Stories to Read This Summer

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THE EMERALD MILE

by Kevin Fedarko

An epic-sized true-life adventure tale that appeals to both the heart and the head. Full review >

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OUTLAW

by Michael Streissguth

A biting, in-depth chronicle of Nashville’s most tumultuous era told through the voices of iconic artists who used their... Full review >

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THE LAST TRAIN TO ZONA VERDE

by Paul Theroux

Reading this enlightening book won’t only open a window into Theroux’s mind, it will also impart a deeper understanding of... Full review >

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BLUE PLATE SPECIAL

by Kate Christensen

A Rabelaisian celebration of appetite, complete with savory recipes, that genuinely satisfies. Full review >

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THE WHOLE FROMAGE

by Kathe Lison

Whether Lison is ruminating on the short lactation cycle of sheep, the origins of rennet, or the grassy, lemony taste of a... Full review >

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HUMBOLDT

by Emily Brady

A relaxed yet disturbing look at an alternative lifestyle, its heady profits and its hidden costs. Full review >

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