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VIRTUALLY YOU

by Elias Aboujaoude

Most readers already realize that online personas are often different from those in real life, but Aboujaoude offers a... Full review >

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BUSINESS

UGLY AMERICANS

by Ben Mezrich

Undeniably fun, but readers may well wonder just how much of this could actually be true. Full review >

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NONFICTION

WHAT TECHNOLOGY WANTS

by Kevin Kelly

Techno-mysticism aside, a timely and urgent book about the possibly dangerous fruits of human inventiveness. Full review >

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CURRENT EVENTS & SOCIAL ISSUES

GOOGLED

by Ken Auletta

Though not a vivid stylist, Auletta uncovers some endlessly colorful material and assesses its prospects critically but... Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

JOE LOUIS

by Randy Roberts

All legendary athletes should hope for treatment by such capable, compassionate hands. Full review >

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FICTION

THE LONGSHOT

by Katie Kitamura

A real shot to the heart—a resonant portrait of a man out to prove he can take anything the world throws at him. Full review >

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