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The coldest winter: America and the Korean War
By David Halberstam. 2007
Historian's account of the Korean War highlights the strife between U.S. president Harry Truman and American commander Douglas MacArthur. Details…
miscalculations that led to lost battles, relates American soldiers' struggles in Siberian-cold winters, and describes the ferocity and relentlessness of Chinese troops. Violence and some strong language. Bestseller. 2007The long tail: why the future of business is selling less of more
By Chris Anderson. 2006
Editor in chief of Wired magazine examines the fragmentation of the media and entertainment industries due to the virtually limitless…
inventory offered by Internet retailers. Discusses the impact of online sellers like Netflix, iTunes, Amazon, and eBay on the traditional marketplace and consumer culture. Bestseller. 2006Sold
By Patricia McCormick. 2006
Free verse poems tell the story of thirteen-year-old Nepalese schoolgirl Lakshmi who is sold into prostitution by her gambling stepfather.…
In India, Lakshmi discovers hope when an American comes to the brothel to rescue the girls. Some descriptions of sex and some violence. For senior high readers. 2006Burnt toast and other philosophies of life: And Other Philosophies of Life
By Teri Hatcher. 2006
Golden Globe-winning actress and star of television's Desperate Housewives shares her experience of coping at forty with being a single…
mother and television star. Describes her personal and professional ups and downs and overcoming low self-esteem to succeed. Strong language. Bestseller. 2006Gossamer
By Lois Lowry. 2006
A young dream-giver with a gossamer touch tries to save an eight-year-old boy whose anger at his abusive parents is…
made worse by a Sinisteed, an inflicter of nightmares. The dream-giver also bestows dreams on the lonely woman who provides a foster home to the boy. For grades 5-8. 2006The places in between
By Rory Stewart. 2006
Afghanistan, 2002. Scotsman Rory Stewart recounts his solitary walk from Herat to Kabul, straight through the central mountains, after the…
fall of the Taliban. He recalls strangers' hospitality, a dog's companionship, and his adventures on the road. Comments on local history and customs. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2004Game of shadows: Barry Bonds, BALCO, and the steroids scandal that rocked professional sports
By Mark Fainaru-Wada, Lance Williams. 2006
Journalists from the San Francisco Chronicle highlight the role of the Bay Area Lab Cooperative (BALCO)--a nutritional supplement company--in supplying…
professional athletes with banned substances. Concentrates on owner Victor Conte's involvement with baseball player Barry Bonds and the 2003 investigation led by IRS agent Jeff Novitzky. Strong language. Bestseller. 2006Consumer advocate and author of Give Me a Break (RC 57751) continues to debunk what he says are common media…
myths. Investigates business, education, government, and other areas, pointing out deception and bad laws. Includes "fast food makes you fat" and "antidiscrimination laws stop discrimination." Bestseller. 2006Lies at the altar: the truth about great marriages
By Dr Robin L. Smith. 2006
Psychologist uses examples from her practice to illustrate that truthfulness is the primary ingredient in a successful marriage. Proposes that…
couples uncover what each person wants and determine not to settle for something else. Includes topics to discuss before saying "I do" and ideas for wedding vows. Bestseller. 2006Letters from Father Christmas
By J. R. R. Tolkien, Baillie Tolkien. 2004
A collection of Christmas letters penned by J.R.R. Tolkien and signed as Father Christmas that were sent to Tolkien's children…
from 1920-1943. Each recapped activities of the preceding year at the North Pole, including reindeer running amok and the North Polar Bear breaking the moon into four pieces. 2004Milton Meltzer: writing matters (Single Title - Bios Ser.)
By Milton Meltzer. 2004
The much honored author of more than one hundred nonfiction books for young people and adults describes how he became…
a published writer. This memoir covers his lifelong love of reading, discipline to the craft of writing, and career path. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2004The truth (with jokes)
By Al Franken. 2005
Political satirist and author of Lies: and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them (DB 56939) continues to condemn conservative politicians.…
Criticizes President George W. Bush and his administration on matters such as the 2004 election, Social Security, and Iraq. Proposes solutions to America's problems. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2005The education of a coach
By David Halberstam. 2005
Pulitzer Prize-winning author scrutinizes New England Patriots' football coach Bill Belichick. Credits Bill's Super Bowl success to advice from his…
father, Steve, who was a U.S. Naval Academy coach and scout for thirty-three years. Traces the Belichick family's immigrant journey from steel mill to gridiron. Strong language. Bestseller. 2005Phenomenon: everything you need to know about the paranormal
By Sylvia Browne. 2004
Psychic and bestselling author offers an A-to-Z compendium of words commonly used in the world of the paranormal. Provides examples…
and explanations for everything from affirmations, alchemy, amulets, angels, and astral travel to Zarathushtra and zombies. Bestseller. 2005Red hot salsa: bilingual poems on being young and Latino in the United States
By Oscar Hijuelos, Lori Marie Carlson. 2005
Poems in English, Spanish, or a blend of both speak to themes of identity, neighborhoods, love, family, memories, and victory.…
Contains an introduction by Oscar Hijuelos, a glossary of selected Spanish terms, and biographical notes on the poets. In English and Spanish. For junior and senior high readers. 2005Objection!: how high-priced defense attorneys, celebrity defendants, and a 24/7 media have hijacked our criminal justice system
By Nancy Grace, Diane Clehane. 2005
Legal commentator on Court TV, a former prosecutor, criticizes the criminal justice system including defense attorneys, judges, and juries. Comments…
on controversial cases involving Michael Jackson, Kobe Bryant, and Scott Peterson and suggests ways to reform the legal process to help victims of crime rather than criminals. Bestseller. 2005Baby laughs: the naked truth about the first year of mommyhood
By Jenny McCarthy. 2005
The author of Belly Laughs (DB 58301) portrays the first year of motherhood. While obsessing about losing weight McCarthy deals…
with dueling grandmothers, postpartum depression, diaper changing, babysitters, and competitive moms. Strong language. Bestseller. 2005The tender bar: a memoir
By J. R. Moehringer. 2005
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist recalls finding male role models at the local bar in Manhasset, Long Island, where his uncle worked.…
Describes the education he received from the tavern patrons as he struggled to cope with abandonment by his father and life with his mother's dysfunctional family. Strong language. Bestseller. 2005Powerful words: more than 200 years of extraordinary writing by African Americans (Powerful Words Ser.)
By Wade Hudson, Sean Qualls. 2004
A collection of speeches and writings by African Americans, with commentary about the authors' lives, their historical period, and public…
reaction to their words. Includes Dred Scott, Marcus Garvey, Thurgood Marshall, and Barbara Jordan, among others. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2004The grand slam: Bobby Jones, America, and the story of golf
By Mark Frost. 2004
Biography of Bobby Jones (1902-1971) of Atlanta who in 1930 became the only amateur golfer to win four major tournaments…
in one year: the British Open, the British Amateur, the U.S. Open, and the U.S. Amateur. Describes Jones's rise to sports celebrity and retirement due to stress. Bestseller. 2004