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'But You Did Not Come Back' recalls a father lost to the HolocaustMarceline Loridan-Ivens writes a love letter her father and begs readers not to forget the victims of atrocity.
'The Invention of Nature' positions Alexander von Humboldt as the godfather of environmentalismOver the course of his life, however, Humboldt would slowly upend the Enlightenment idea of nature he was taught.
Bestselling books the week of 1/10/16, according to IndieBound* What's selling best in independent bookstores across America?
'The Geography of Genius' asks why genius so often emerges in clusters?Journalist and author Eric Weiner聽explores a series of so-called genius clusters and searches out the commonalities among these fecund urban areas.
10 best books of January: the Monitor's picks Here are the 10 books that the Monitor's book critics have enjoyed most in the new year.
'The Temptation of Elizabeth Tudor' explores Tudor intrigue with knowledge and nuanceThe latest book by prolific Tudor historian Elizabeth Norton is as much about the political machinations of the Seymours and their friends and enemies as it is about the rumored romantic dalliances of a young princess.
'The Expatriates' explores three overlapping lives in Hong KongThree expats seek out love, happiness, and identity in a bustling 21st-century melting pot.
Google Doodle fairytales: Tell me, who was Charles Perrault?The Google Doodle team honors Charles Perrault,聽the 17th-century writer, who deserves 鈥� but聽rarely gets 鈥� the star-wattage of the Grimm Brothers, a later folktale duo.聽
10 best books of January 2016, according to Amazon's editors Looking for some new titles for a New Year? Here are the best books coming out this month, according to staff at Amazon.
'The Confidence Game' explores our willingness to be connedYou think you're capable of spotting a swindle? Maria Konnikova argues otherwise, and she's got science on her side.
'Vasilisa the Beautiful' brings Russian fairy tales to life with gorgeous new illustrationsA new edition of a classic Russian story of magic and heroism comes with illustrations to dazzle and delight.
James Lee Burke on writing, inspiration, and what comes nextThere were 13 years in the middle of his career when James Lee Burke was out of print. 'I wrote all that time,' he says. 'I work every day.'
'War at the End of the World' recounts the battle for New Guinea 鈥� a vital yet overlooked World War II storyThe fighting lasted for almost four years, and all of its commanders considered it a crucial turning point in the war, and yet the entire operation is often relegated to also-ran status.
Are professional writers an endangered species? Philip Pullman says yes.A number of recent studies suggest authors are struggling financially.
'Silence' is being re-released in English translation in advance of a 2016 film adaptation by Martin ScorseseJapanese novelist Sh奴saku End艒 explores themes of life, death, and moral value in a searching and disquieting novel.聽
'One Child' considers the long-term impact of China鈥檚 one-child policyJournalist Mei Fong makes a convincing argument that the number of births prevented by the policy 鈥� while great 鈥� is not as large as the Chinese government says.
Bestselling books the week of 1/7/15, according to IndieBound* What's flying fastest off the shelves of independent bookstores this week? IndieBound's list is based on reporting from hundreds of independent bookstores across the United States for the sales week ended Sunday, Jan. 3, 2015.
Zarqawi: a martyr, his motives, and the 鈥榬ise of ISIS鈥�In interview, 鈥楤lack Flags鈥� author Joby Warrick explains the bloody legacy left by Abu Musab al-Zarqawi.
'The Relevance of Religion' reconciles faith to politics 鈥� and Americans to each otherJohn Danforth reflects on more than half a century of 海角大神 faith, American government, and how knowing the difference can make our country work.聽
'No More Champagne' reveals Winston Churchill's spendthrift waysChurchill was a big and careless spender throughout his life, endlessly hustling for loans and deals to support his pricey and princely habits.
