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Marva Allen of the Hue-Man Bookstore & Cafe in New York, N.Y., gives her picks. Keep clicking to see her selections for the best general interest books! ";
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by Margaret Cezaire-Thompson
This book is a satisfying holiday read that spirits one away to the blue waters of the Caribbean. Commentary on the political upheaval of the 1970s is woven into a breathtaking escape.
Jamaica circa 1946 is no stranger to hurricanes. However, when the shipwrecked skipper who turns up on the island is the swashbuckling, even if fading, movie star Errol Flynn, hysteria breaks out. The island is brisk with excitement and welcomes the jaded star who is fleeing a marriage in jeopardy because of charges of statutory rape. Immediately captivated by the virgin beauty of Jamaica, Flynn decides to make it his home and he purchases a property there called Navel Island.
The wonderful, romantic, tragic and lush story that follows makes Jamaican-born writer Margaret Cezair-Thompson one to watch. With deft hand and authentic mores she creates a wonderful story in which Flynn seduces the island and his friend’s 13-year-old daughter Ida – but not until she turns 16. The story takes on a generational feel when Ida’s illegitimate daughter with Flynn, May, usurps the story and takes us on her own tumultuous journey all the while using the political upheaval in 1970s Jamaica as the backdrop.
As a woman who came of age in the late 1960s Jamaica, this book resonated even more for me but it will appeal to anyone who loves a great book. It brought a wave of nostalgia and I longed to touch the shores of Jamaica again to visit the places now fading in my mind’s eye: the lush Blue Mountains that hold the coffee of Kings and Queens, the pulsing Kingston of my high school years and the serene and “Garden of Eden” effect of Port Antonio.
Far from describing a dull, static society, Cezair-Thompson vividly shows an exciting island where the motto “Out of Many One People” means black, white, Jewish, Chinese, East Indian and every imaginable race, rich and poor, living together in intense proximity. The breathtaking pace and the spirit of “The Pirate's Daughter” makes this books a must read – a true delight. “The Pirate’s Daughter” is to Jamaica what “The Kite Runner” is to Afghanistan – and I loved them both. ";
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by Walter Mosley
That “Blonde Faith” is the tenth and final novel in the acclaimed Easy Rawlins series is sure to upset a lot of fans – including former President Bill Clinton – who touts Walter Mosley as one of his most favorite authors. Plus The Boston Globe says “Blonde Faith” is the clearest proof yet that Walter Mosley is \"one of this nation’s finest writers.\"
Fans will be enthralled, engaged and riveted, despite their disappointment that Blonde Faith ends the Easy Rollins mystery series.
A private Eye, Easy, comes home to find a child on his doorsteps without as much as a note. Even worse, his long time friend Mouse – whose unlawful behavior Easy often turns a blind eye to — is missing and his wife fears this time the police has gotten him for good. Plus Easy’s longtime girlfriend tells him she is leaving him to marry another man. How much can a man take? Easy’s journey to get his girl back, find his friend Mouse and solve his friend’s dilemma becomes a dicey mystery that takes you from bedrooms to courtrooms and maybe even to the graveyard. In “Blonde Faith,” Mosley holds the reader in relentless suspense and delivers what he always does, a very satisfying read. ";
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by Alek Wek
Alek Wek is known as the face of Africa. She changed the concept of beauty when she hit the runways and became a supermodel who worked for Gucci, Fendi, Calvin Klein, Victoria’s Secret, YSL, Valentino and Michael Kors, and was put on People magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful People” and “50 Most Influential Faces in Fashion.” lists. And yes, she is all that. But what struck us most at Hue-man was that as striking as Alek is – the air stood still and the staff gazed with admiration when we saw her – it was neither her beauty nor her perfect model’s frame that struck us. It was her humility, her gentleness and her centeredness. And that is exactly what you will get in her warm and inspiring memoir “Alek.”
Alek Wek’s story is far more centered on her family and their escape as Sudanese refugees to London than on the often “epicurean” lifestyles of models. She talks lovingly of her father who died shortly after their escape from an infection in his hip aggravated by the miles and miles and miles they walked to freedom. In “Alek” you will find out why Alek Wek is so grounded, humble and grateful and you will also find out how she was discovered at the market in London and turned into an international supermodel. You will not be disappointed in this book, and it might just make you come to terms with the harshness of life in other countries. Give this book to anyone – especially to any young adults you know who believe their lives are so overwhelming. It may just allow them think of an entire world rather than themselves. ";
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by Bill Cosby and Alvin F. Poussaint These authors have a powerful message for families and communities as they lay out their visions for strengthening America, or for that matter, the world. They address the crises of people who are stuck because of feelings of low self-esteem, abandonment, anger, fearfulness, sadness and feelings of being used, undefended and unprotected.
We all know Bill Cosby as the funny guy…but he has also always been an uplifting spokesperson for his race. \"In Come on People,\" Cosby speaks openly about the state of America. He took a lot of heat for his 2004 remarks (in which he took aim at African-Americans who don't take responsibility for their economic status). I don’t know if people were shocked because Cosby has always appeared so neutral about race.
“Come on People” is an outgrowth of Cosby’s own expense-paid travel around the country to meet with thousands of people who wanted to hear more from him about how to fix what's going wrong in our communities and to commend the people who were really making a difference in those communities. The discussions in Cosby’s books are not just for African-Americans, but for any society that has lost control of its ethics, morals and expectations. Kudos to him, and as for you: Why not start the New Year with a commitment to do your part in making a better world for all?
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Roberta Rubin, The Book Stall
“A Life of Picasso: The Triumphant Years 1917 -1932” by John Richardson
“American Creation” by Joseph Ellis
“The Day of Battle\" by Rick Atkinson
“The Uncommon Reader” by Alan Bennett
Roxanne Coady, RJ Julia Booksellers
“Cheating at Canasta: Stories” by William Trevor
“Away” by Amy Bloom
“The Man in the White Sharkskin Suit” by Lucette Lagnado
“The Most Noble Adventure: The Marshall Plan and the Time When America Helped Save Europe” by Greg Behrman
Jamil Zaidi, The Elliot Bay Book Company
“Cleopatra’s Nose” by Judith Thurman
“Last Night at the Lobster” by Stewart O’Nan
“My Thousand and One Nights” by Raja Alem and Tom McDonough
“Hold Everything Dear” John Berger
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Jamil Zaidi of The Elliot Bay Book Company in Seattle, Wash., gives his picks. Keep clicking to see his selections for the best coffee table books! ";
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by the editors of Phaidon
Just as the title promises, this book delivers a catalogue of human artistic endeavor from the past thirty millennia. The pages lead the reader on a fascinating journey through changing styles and traditions. What is truly interesting is that the art is depicted chronologically so one can see what is happening artistically all over the world in the same time period. Each page features a single piece and gives a short written summary about the work and the world in which it was created.
Considering the book contains such a stunning collection it is a remarkable value and makes a marvelous gift. Artists, art history buffs and even someone with merely the slightest interest in the subject will be enamored with this book. “30,000 Years of Art” makes for a conversation piece that will provide individual and group enjoyment for years to come.
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by Claire Nouvian
Thousands of meters below the surface of the ocean, in waters untouched by the rays of the sun, there lurk specimens unlike anything many of us can imagine. This remarkable book contains exquisite photographs of some of these extraordinary creatures, along with captions indicating their size and the depth at which they prefer to live. Interspersed among the photos are essays about life in this dark world, deep sea exploration, the evolution (or lack thereof) of these creatures and the effects that humans have on these unseen neighbors.
It is the photographs that make the most striking first impression. No amount of explanation can do justice to these images. Go down to your local bookstore and leaf through a copy to get the full effect. Once you’ve been entranced by the bizarre and wonderful creatures you will be eager to learn about them and their world. This is the perfect gift for anyone from a serious undersea enthusiast to someone who likes to look at pictures of wacky things.";
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by Vincent Virga and The Library of Congress
When most of us think of maps we think of tools that help us get from point A to point B, or a reference to tell us where a certain place is relative to the places around it. What we don’t think about is that this strange combination of shapes, colors and squiggly lines is really a virtual treasure trove of historical and sociological information.
Through reproductions of over 200 maps and geographic images from The Library of Congress, this book explores the history of cartography detailing the evolution of maps and mapmaking. Not only are the maps themselves fascinating, but author Vincent Virga shows how they can be used as a barometer recording the sociological climate in which the map was created. In the end we realize that, although cartography is an exact science where something can be precisely replicated in two dimensions, there is a tremendous amount of other information to be found on the page.
This book makes a great addition to the library of any geography or cartography fan, and anyone interested in history or anthropology will be able to spend hours poring over these maps and unearthing their hidden secrets.";
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by Andy Goldsworthy
For the past three decades British artist Andy Goldsworthy has been creating intriguing artistic pieces by manipulating natural elements into striking forms. These forms often are manifested in sculptures both permanent and temporary. Also a skilled photographer, Goldsworthy captures the unmistakable beauty of the props that nature provides.
“Enclosure” highlights traditional Northern English sheepfolds that Goldsworthy has built over the last decade. These sheepfolds are pens into which sheep can be herded and kept, and form the enclosures of the title. The stonework is amazing - the hard, rough stones assembled with a natural fluidity and grace. The book’s photographs are beautiful and manage to convey the serenity and balance of the structures and their surrounding landscape.
In addition to the sheepfolds, Goldsworthy shares some of his other naturally themed sculptures. Wool, leaves, stone, water and other natural elements are united to create mesmerizing and magnificent images. There is even a section of art created by the sheep themselves. This is a remarkable collection of artistic work and would delight any nature and art lover. ";
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Marva Allen, Hue-Man Bookstore & Cafe
“Daughters of Men” by Rachel Vassel
“Swahili Chic” by BiBi Jordan
Roberta Rubin, The Book Stall
“1776: The Illustrated Edition” by David McCullough
“Bunny Williams' Point of View” by Bunny Williams
“A Family Christmas” by Caroline Kennedy
“David Plowden: Vanishing Point” by David Plowden
Roxanne Coady, RJ Julia Booksellers
“Women Travelers: A Century of Trailblazing Adventures 1850-1950” by Alexandra Lapierre
“Silent Movies: The Birth of Film and the Triumph of Movie Culture” by Peter Kobel, Kevin Brownlow and Martin Scorsese
“Global 200 World Wildlife Fund: Places That Must Survive” foreword by Fulco Pratesi
“Amazing Rare Things: The Art of Natural History in the Age of Discovery” by David Attenborough ";
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Roberta Rubin of The Book Stall at Chestnut Court in Winnetka, Ill., gives her picks. Keep clicking to see her selections for the best books for cooks! ";
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by Alice Waters Alice Waters has perhaps been the person most responsible for the revolution in the way we eat, cook and think about food. Her new book, “The Art Of Simple Food,” is a repertoire of timeless and approachable recipes that showcase how to use natural and, often organic, food. Alice Waters was the catalyst for the rise of the Slow Food Movement in the United States – picking up from where Julia Child and Jacques Pepin left off. Good food – delicious menus!
This book is wonderful to read on its own – in bed or in a comfortable chair – but it is also a fundamental cookbook for the new cook or the seasoned chef. Her segments say it all: Part I – Starting from Scratch has chapters like Into the Oven, Out of the Frying Pan and Slow Cooking. Part II - At The Table, Recipes for Cooking Every Day: has chapters broken down into sauces, soups, salads, etc. Picking up Alice Waters’ book is like picking up a letter from a good friend. She makes cooking enjoyable – and delicious! ";
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by Anthony Bourdain
The subtitle of this book is “Around the World on an Empty Stomach” and it rather sums up Anthony Bourdain and his far-flung travels! Bourdain is always entertaining – and his experiences exotic. In this travel commentary, Bourdain shows us pictures of himself on dogsleds in Alaska and in safari wear in Africa.
For cooks, it’s a world tour of food products and possibilities. For travelers, it’s an hilarious adventure. Bourdain says: “Welcome to my life the last three years: planes, trains, hotels, longboats, jungle lodges, helicopters…and the many, many wonderful places in-between. It is a book of photographs, and every picture tells a story.” We classify this book as a literary cookbook – perhaps we should call it “travel photography!” Bourdain is still the executive chef at Les Halles in Manhattan. ";
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by Bobby Flay
Sixteen years ago, Bobby Flay opened his first restaurant, The Mesa Grill – in the heart of New York City. His love for Southwestern flavors inspired the menu and his reputation has grown for creating innovative combinations and rich culinary creations. The celebrity chef now invites home cooks to join him in the kitchen of his famous restaurant to learn the secrets of his signature cuisine. Here are 150 recipes that vary from spicy to smoky to fruity – all rich flavors that please the palate. This is his seventh book.
Bobby Flay is an icon in the food industry. He is active on the Food Network and has hosted numerous popular cooking shows. He has opened two more Mesa Grill restaurants after the first one in NYC – The Mesa Grill in Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas and Mesa Grill Atlantis in the Bahamas. He has a total of six restaurants - such as the Bobby Flay Steakhouse in Atlantic City. Bobby Flay is a superstar – starting at the age of 17. He won the James Beard Rising Star Chef of the Year award in 1993 – under the age of 30. He has worked hard at influencing the way Americans view & taste food – all the while making it tastier – and fun!";
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by Sandy Hill
To Sandy Hill, the word “fandango” means “an impromptu gathering that may include dining, drinking, sport, music, dance and other entertainments.” And with “Fandango,” she has written a book that covers all aspects of entertainment. Oh, to be in Northern California right now – on her ranch, Rancho La Zaca – enjoying a great party – entertaining on a scale unknown to most! Whether it is a Chaucerian feast, a beach ride on horseback, or a truffle dinner, each and every party ranges from the intimate to the ultimate.
Stephanie Valentine is the chef on Sandy Hill’s private vineyard, Oak Savanna Vineyard. She worked with Charlie Trotter, in Chicago, for six years before joining Sandy and her husband, Tom. She helps to make the guests at one of the unforgettable parties feel very special. For Christmas Eve the hosts create a reenactment of the search for rooms by Mary and Joseph on the first Christmas Eve. They create a posada (shelter in Spanish) and they end up in the right room – singing English Christmas carols and sitting down to a Christmas Eve dinner that has been prepared in the mission kitchen. The dinner starts with a “hot rum sting” followed by a roasted stuffed goose with Huckleberry Gastric and ending with a Christmas trifle. See for yourself by picking up the book! ";
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Marva Allen, Hue-Man Bookstore & Cafe
“Harlem Really Cooks” by Sandra Lawrence
“Sweetie Pies” by Patty Pinner
Jamil Zaidi, The Elliot Bay Book Company
“The Basics” by Filip Verheyden
“The Tenth Muse: Reflections on a Life in Food” by Judith Jones
“The Art of Simple Food” by Alice Waters
“1080 Recipes” by Simone and Inés Ortega
Roxanne Coady, RJ Julia Booksellers
“Chez Jacques” by Jacques Pepin
“I'll Drink to That” by Rudolph Chelminski
“The Elements of Cooking: Translating the Chef's Craft for Every Kitchen” by Michael Ruhlman and Anthony Bourdain
“Nigella Express” by Nigella Lawson
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Roxanne Coady of R.J. Julia Booksellers in Madison, Conn., gives her picks. Keep clicking to see her selections for the best children’s books! ";
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by Sherman Alexie
It’s not easy to find great fiction that guys want to read, but here is an outstanding example. Winner of the 2007 National Book Award and named one of the New York Times Notable Children’s Books of 2007, this semi-autobiographical novel focuses on Junior, who lives on a reservation in the midst of alcoholism, poverty and violence. But not to worry, this is really a story of hope. Junior is smart, plays great baseball, cares enough about his future to take risks, and shows great courage. He is also one very funny guy. It all adds up to a wonderfully-written book that appeals to teenagers (male and female) and teaches a powerful lesson without even a little bit of preaching. Ages 12 – 15.";
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by Chris Woodford and Jon Woodcock
“Cool Stuff 2.0” is perfect for every gadget-lover ages 12 to 102. The book’s seven sections (Live, Connect, Play, Move, Explore, Construct, Protect) cover science and medicine, technology, architecture, espionage, robotics and more. The book has everything – simple, fun explanations that accompany cross-sectional photographs and diagrams. It’s organized in a way that appeals to today’s generation and has the feel of looking at the most dynamic website. Cool Stuff 2.0 is one of those books that reaches out and grabs you, and provides hours of education and entertainment. Ages 12 and up.";
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by Jennifer Paros
Violet Odelia Bing is one of the most endearing, irreverent girls in contemporary children’s fiction. You want to be able to meet her and spend time with her. She is a little girl who says NO to anything new – pancakes are too bumpy, swimming makes you wet, and hats make your head hot. But the biggest NO for Violet is refusing to go on the family vacation. As a result, she stays with wise and wily Aunt Astrid and discovers that life can be full and interesting when you say YES to new adventures and new friends. Full of charming, line drawings that will help engage beginning readers, this book has enough substance to attract and satisfy more advanced readers as well. Ages 6 – 10.";
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by Jane Yolen and Andrew Peters
What a delightful introduction to poetry! Young children love rhyming and “Here’s a Little Poem” is a vibrant mix of more than 60 old favorites and less familiar poems written by diverse poets including Rosemary Wells, Jack Prelutsky and Gertrude Stein, accompanied by Polly Dunbar’s wonderfully whimsical and kid-friendly illustrations. All of the poems are perfectly targeted to the 2 – 4 year old. The poems are short and fun, and cover those day-to-day objects and experiences that a toddler’s life is made up of, such as rain, the stairs, buttons, piggyback rides and ice cream. This is a happy book that makes you smile as soon as you open it. And it is perfect for those busy times when you only have a little time to read to your child.";
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Marva Allen, Hue-Man Bookstore & Cafe
“God Can You Hear Me?” by Justine Simmons
“Rosa” by Nikki Giovanni; illustrated Bryan Collier
Roberta Rubin, The Book Stall
“When a Monster is Born” by Sean Taylor
“Barnstormers Series - Game 1” by Loren Long and Phil Bildner Simon
“The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain” by Peter Sis
“His Dark Materials: The Omnibus” by Philip Pullman
Jamil Zaidi, The Elliot Bay Book Company
“The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie
“Artist to Artist: 23 Major Illustrators Talk to Children About Their Art” by Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
“Iggy Peck, Architect” by Andrea Beaty; illustrated by David Roberts
“The Arrival” by Shaun Tan
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