Braille Books 1999-2000 National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Washington 2001 Nonfiction Animals and Wildlife Competability: A Practical Guide to Building a Peaceable Kingdom between Cats and Dogs BR 11783 by Amy D. Shojai 2 volumes The author, a veterinary technician, explains how to create harmony between the family cat and dog. Also describes the different social structures of the two species and their health needs. For senior high and older readers. 1998. Dog's Best Friend: Annals of the Dog-Human Relationship BR 12429 by Mark Derr 4 volumes Traces the history of the bond between dogs and humans from nomads' relationship with wolves to the contemporary family's domesticated pets. Discusses a wide variety of dogs and their contributions throughout the ages. Contains many anecdotes and recommends ways to improve situations for dogs. 1997. Earl Mindell's Nutrition and Health for Dogs: Keep Your Dog Healthy and Happy with Natural Preventative Care and Remedies BR 11773 by Earl Mindell and Elizabeth Renaghan 3 volumes Explains a dog's nutritional needs. Details how an owner can affordably feed a dog healthful foods to keep it fit. Includes flea control and breed-specific health problems. 1998. James Herriot's Animal Stories BR 11528 by James Herriot 1 volume Ten of the Yorkshire veterinarian's best-loved stories with an introduction by his son, Jim Wight, who took over the practice after his father's death in 1995. 1997. Pack of Two: The Intricate Bond between People and Dogs BR 12217 by Caroline Knapp 2 volumes The author ponders emotional bonds between dogs and people using her own experience with Lucille, a young mixed shepherd. Explores sentiments and expectations about canines by noting animal behavior and past history with humans. Muses on the use of dogs as companions and agents of healing. 1998. Partners in Independence: A Success Story of Dogs and the Disabled BR 11885 by Ed Eames and Toni Eames 2 volumes Accounts of disabled people and their canine assistants that depict the trust, support, and bonding that typify these relationships. Recounts cases of heroic actions by dogs to save their human partners from harm, as well as examples of everyday assistance that dogs provide. 1997. Shy Boy: The Horse That Came In from the Wild BR 12396 by Monty Roberts 1 volume In this sequel to The Man Who Listens to Horses (BR 11288), horse trainer Monty Roberts captures a wild mustang and gently tames it to saddle. Eleven months later, he gives the mustang, Shy Boy, a choice of staying with him or returning to his original herd. Bestseller 1999. Astronomy Comets: Creators and Destroyers BR 11751 by David H. Levy 2 volumes The discoverer of twenty-two comets, including Shoemaker- Levy 9, describes his work and tells how "these flying balls of ice and dust have shaped the course of life on Earth." Surveys the history of comets beginning four billion years ago and describes a likely scenario for a large comet striking the earth in the future. 1998. Stairways to the Stars: Skywatching in Three Great Ancient Cultures BR 12060 by Anthony Aveni 2 volumes The author offers an interdisciplinary study of astronomy as practiced by preliterate people at Stonehenge, by the more sophisticated Mayans, and by the highly organized Incans. A concluding chapter highlights the turning points in the development of contemporary astronomy. 1997. The Structure of the Universe BR 12308 by Paul Halpern 1 volume Traces the cosmological history from the sixth century B.C. when Greek philosophers imagined that the planets circled the Earth to the Big Bang and Great Attractor theories. Describes the technology used to gather information for these concepts and to predict the future of the universe. For high school and older readers. 1997. Biography Other biographies are listed in specific subject categories, such as Literature, Music, and U.S. History. 'Tis: A Memoir BR 12529 by Frank McCourt 3 volumes This sequel to Angela's Ashes (BR12543) continues McCourt's reminiscences from October 1949, when he arrives in New York City at age nineteen, until his father's funeral in 1985. Describes his adjustments to America--gaining an education, finding a career, marrying, and raising a family--interwoven with childhood memories. Some strong language. Bestseller 1999. Angela's Ashes: A Memoir BR 12543 by Frank McCourt 4 volumes Frank McCourt recollects his "miserable Irish Catholic childhood" in the squalor of Limerick. Without any support from his glib but shiftless alcoholic father, the family suffered hunger, cruelty, disease, and the death of children. McCourt recounts his story without rancor. Strong language. Pulitzer Prize. Bestseller 1996. Anna and the King of Siam BR 11480 by Margaret Landon 4 volumes Anna Leonowens, a Welsh widow hired in 1862 to be governess to the children and concubines of the king of Siam, found the contrasts between the exotic Orient and Victorian Great Britain striking. Landon recounts Leonowen's five years of adventures and confrontations. This book inspired the Broadway musical The King and I. 1943. Are You Somebody: The Accidental Memoir of a Dublin Woman BR 11561 by Nuala O'Faolain 2 volumes An unmarried, childless Irish woman reviews her life and examines its meaning. She recalls her deprived childhood, her years at boarding school and university, and her career in broadcast and print journalism. Approaching sixty, she takes stock of her accomplishments and her solitary life. 1996. The Bend for Home BR 12380 by Dermot Healy 3 volumes Poet and novelist recalls his childhood in a small Irish village and the family's move to a town where his mother and aunt managed a bakery. Reminisces about his father, a policeman plagued with ill health. Includes diary entries from Healy's teenage years and how he cared for his aging mother. Some strong language. 1996. Bitter Winds: A Memoir of My Years in China's Gulag BR 12414 by Harry Wu and Carolyn Wakeman 3 volumes Personal account by a survivor of nineteen years in Chinese labor reform camps. Wu recalls his childhood in Shanghai, his arrest in 1960, and the physical and mental hardships of his imprisonment. Describes the plight and reactions of fellow prisoners. 1994. A Dublin Girl: Growing Up in the 1930s BR 11722 by Elaine Crowley 2 volumes Biography of a childhood spent poor but happy in the slums of Dublin. Because her father has tuberculosis, Elaine Crowley, her mother, and two siblings live hand-to-mouth in a one-room dwelling in their ancestral neighborhood. At fourteen, Elaine leaves school to help support the family. 1996. Going Solo BR 12420 by Roald Dahl 2 volumes (Reissue) Autobiographical account of the British writer's experiences as a young man working in East Africa and his adventures as a fighter pilot for the Royal Air Force in World War II. Sequel to Boy: Tales of Childhood (BR 11563). For junior and senior high and older readers. 1986. Leon's Story BR 11493 by Leon Walter Tillage 1 volume An autobiographical account of an African American sharecropper's son growing up in rural North Carolina during the 1940s and 1950s. Tillage recalls the racial cruelties he experienced--the worst was seeing his father run down by a white youth. He then tells how the freedom marches affirmed his identity. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Man Flies: The Story of Alberto Santos-Dumont, Master of the Balloon, Conqueror of the Air BR 12320 by Nancy Winters 1 volume Biography of the Brazilian aviation pioneer. Describes his experiments with maneuvering air balloons in Paris in the late 1890s and early 1900s. Explains why Santos-Dumont has been eclipsed in history by the Wright brothers but why his reputation deserves resurrection. 1997. The Morning the Sun Went Down BR 12233 by Darryl Babe Wilson 2 volumes Examines legends and myths of Native Americans of eastern California and some facts about the tribes' disappearance. Describes the author's parents teaching him and his siblings the traditions of their elders; reflects on being confronted by two cultures. Credits his career and achievements to the teacher who encouraged him to become a writer. 1998. Slow Motion: A True Story BR 12069 by Dani Shapiro 2 volumes The author describes dropping out of college to become the mistress of her roommate's wealthy stepfather and turning her life around a few years later after her parents are in a serious accident. Shapiro stops drinking, leaves her lover, and returns to school at Sarah Lawrence to become a writer. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. 1998. The Things I Want Most: The Extraordinary Story of a Boy's Journey to a Family of His Own BR 12238 by Richard F. Miniter 2 volumes With the youngest of their six children in high school, the author reluctantly agrees to his wife's request that they become foster parents. They are offered an eleven-year-old boy with a daunting file. His note asking for "a family, a fishing pole, a family" sways them to accept. Some strong language. 1998. Walk on Water: A Memoir BR 12200 by Lorian Hemingway 2 volumes The autobiography of Ernest Hemingway's granddaughter, whose lifelong love of fishing helps her recover from difficulties and overcome hardships. Describes various family members, her struggle with alcoholism, her fishing companions, and their numerous expeditions together. Some strong language. 1998. Blindness and Physical Handicaps And There Was Light: Autobiography of Jacques Lusseyran, Blind Hero of the French Resistance BR 11692 by Jacques Lusseyran 2 volumes Lusseyran describes his life up to the age of twenty. Blinded at seven, he was a teenager when the Nazis invaded France. After he joined the Resistance, his group was turned in by informers and imprisoned. He tells of surviving in a German concentration camp until the war's end. 1963. Expecting Adam: A True Story of Birth, Rebirth, and Everyday Magic BR 12196 by Martha Beck 3 volumes While the author and her husband were Harvard graduate students, she became pregnant with their second child and learned he had Down syndrome. She describes the seemingly magical events that followed and the lessons she learned despite the difficulties. After Adam was born, it was "worth it, a thousand times over." 1999. Gray Pancakes and Gold Horses BR 11746 edited by Kenneth Jernigan 1 volume Members of the National Federation of the Blind discuss various aspects of being blind. An attorney writes about the importance of learning about body language and others describe how their "educated fingers" make them adept at skills such as sewing. 1998. Hear: Solutions, Skills, and Sources for People with Hearing Loss BR 11580 by Anne Pope 2 volumes After explaining how the ear works and what can cause hearing loss, Pope discusses coping strategies for individuals, their families, and their friends. She also offers information on hearing aids, the cochlear implant, and other devices to improve hearing. Includes interviews with several hearing-impaired persons. For senior high and older readers. 1997. Helen Keller: A Life BR 12198 by Dorothy Herrmann 4 volumes A chronological account of Keller's long, eventful life, written from a woman's perspective. Herrmann explores Keller's world, perceived without sight or sound; her ability to remain cheerful about her disabilities; and her relationship with teacher Anne Sullivan. 1998. Helen Keller: Humanitarian BR 11732 by Lois P. Nicholson 1 volume Biography of Helen Keller, who became blind and deaf at nineteen months as a result of illness. Covers her birth in 1880 through her death in 1968. Describes her education under her private teacher Anne Sullivan, her formal schooling, and her career. Includes an introduction by Jerry Lewis. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Kenneth Jernigan: The Master, The Mission, The Movement BR 12404 by Kenneth Jernigan 2 volumes Collection of Dr. Jernigan's writings composed mostly during the 1990s. Includes numerous speeches and excerpts from the Kernel Books. In an introduction, Marc Maurer, of the National Federation of the Blind, describes Jernigan as a man who "changed the lives of blind people through his example and inspiration." 1999. A Nearly Normal Life: A Memoir BR 12462 by Charles L. Mee 2 volumes Noted author and playwright who contracted polio at fourteen describes his struggle to overcome the debilitating effects of the disease. Recalls the tendency to deny the challenges he faced, the 1950s social emphasis on maintaining a positive outlook, and the widespread reluctance to accept the limits of modern science and technology. 1999. Needles BR 12335 by Andie Dominick 2 volumes The author tells of being fascinated with her diabetic older sister's needles--until age nine when she, too, is diagnosed with juvenile diabetes. Her sister helps her deal with taunting classmates, but eventually Dominick realizes the real dangers she and her sister face. Some strong language. 1998. No Walls of Stone: An Anthology of Literature by Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Writers BR 11740 edited by Jill Jepson 2 volumes Poetry, short stories, memoirs, essays, and a play selected from works by twenty-three authors. Many of the pieces express feelings about the writers' physical conditions, which range from congenital deafness to gradual hearing loss to hearing impairment. Includes brief biographical sketches. 1992. Partners in Independence: A Success Story of Dogs and the Disabled BR 11885 by Ed Eames and Toni Eames 2 volumes Accounts of disabled people and their canine assistants that depict the trust, support, and bonding that typify these relationships. Recounts cases of heroic actions by dogs to save their human partners from harm, as well as examples of everyday assistance that dogs provide. 1997. Planet of the Blind BR 11518 by Stephen Kuusisto 2 volumes Although legally blind since birth, Kuusisto passed as sighted for more than thirty years. He describes his refracted visual perceptions and how pretending to see actually interfered with his participation in the sighted world. Then, by using a white cane and, eventually, a guide dog, he experienced new acceptance and mobility. Some descriptions of sex and some strong language. 1998. Ray Charles: Voice of Soul BR 11750 by David Ritz 1 volume Biography of musical genius Ray Charles, who was left sightless by glaucoma as a child. While a student at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, Charles learned to read and write music in braille. Describes his personal and professional struggles, including drug addiction, as well as his triumphs. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1994. Remember to Feed the Kittens: A Kernel Book BR 12397 edited by Marc Maurer 1 volume In this sixteenth book in the Kernel series, National Federation of the Blind members continue to provide descriptions of living with blindness. NFB president Marc Maurer, who has taken over the series since the 1998 death of Kenneth Jernigan, tells of dealing with stereotypes during his first Christmas without his mentor. 1999. Seeing with Music: The Lives of Three Blind African Musicians BR 12061 by Simon Ottenberg 2 volumes An anthropologist's study of three performers' life experiences as sightless, unmarried, poor men in northern Sierra Leone. Describes their relationship to their music as individuals and as a group. Includes some of their lyrics. 1996. Sight Unseen BR 12149 by Georgina Kleege 2 volumes Kleege was diagnosed with macular degeneration at the age of eleven and learned coping mechanisms. In eight essays she describes her experiences as well as the cultural aspects of blindness in language, film, and literature. As an author and professor, Kleege outlines the reading process and her delight in learning braille later in life. 1999. Slackjaw BR 12115 by Jim Knipfel 2 volumes At age twelve, Knipfel's uncle told him he "better start learning braille," but it was years before he knew he had retinitis pigmentosa. Then a brain lesion began causing erratic behavior. With humor and honesty, Knipfel recalls his reluctance to accept his condition and how he has coped. Strong language. 1999. To Touch the Untouchable Dream BR 11851 edited by Kenneth Jernigan 1 volume Eight essays by blind people who express their self-confidence in pursuing personal goals. A couple describe their trip to a South African game park. A social worker explains why she left a secure job for a riskier career as a writer. And a magazine editor relates why baking bread has been a longtime pleasure. 1998. You Don't Have to Be Blind to See BR 11699 by Jim Stovall 3 volumes The author, blind before the age of thirty as a result of juvenile macular degeneration, encourages others to achieve through their dreams. Using examples from his own life, Stovall suggests that people can succeed by changing the way they think. He recommends that once a path is decided, people should find mentors to help them along the way. For senior high and older readers. 1996. Business and Economics Ben and Jerry's Double-Dip: Lead with Your Values and Make Money, Too BR 11726 by Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield 3 volumes Cohen and Greenfield continue their story begun by Fred Lager in Ben and Jerry's, the Inside Scoop (BR 9763). The two founders of the international ice cream company explain the idea of a value-led business and discuss how the concept can help the company as well as the community. An example is their giving free cones to persons registering to vote. 1997. Economics Explained: Everything You Need to Know about How the Economy Works and Where It's Going BR 11858 by Robert Heilbroner and Lester Thurow 3 volumes This revised fourth edition explains the basics of economics and then discusses how globalization and other trends could affect American economic life of the late 1990s. 1998. Golden Arches East: McDonald's in East Asia BR 12367 edited by James L. Watson 3 volumes Explores cultural issues associated with globalization by examining the role of McDonald's restaurants in five distinct societies--Beijing, Hong Kong, Taipei, Seoul, and Japan. Shows how the chain adapts to suit local circumstances and how Asians use McDonald's for their own benefit--for birthday parties, for dating couples, or as a woman's sanctuary. 1997. One World, Ready or Not: The Manic Logic of Global Capitalism BR 12434 by William Greider 7 volumes Contends that twentieth-century capitalism is driven by the imperatives of global industrial revolution. Examines negative consequences of the trend toward multinational corporations. Recommends remedies for economic problems of the future emphasizing the need for cooperation among countries. 1997. Smart Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisers BR 12127 by Lynn Brenner 2 volumes Personal-finance columnist provides eighty questions to ask a professional money manager and background information on key topics of discussion. Covers eight major areas: investing, prenuptial and divorce agreements, buying and selling a house, insurance, job loss, estate planning, taxes, and retirement. Contains tips on selecting financial and legal advisers. 1997. Career and Job Training Cover Letters That Knock 'em Dead BR 11979 by Martin Yate 3 volumes Explains how to promote yourself on paper in order to obtain job interviews by depicting a strong and positive image. The author gathered the most successful letters to illustrate what makes a great opening missive. Also includes sample rejection, acceptance, resignation, and thank you letters. Additional resources for job information included. 1998. Get a Life: You Don't Need a Million to Retire Well BR 11653 by Ralph Warner 3 volumes Advises the reader not to focus exclusively on finances when preparing for retirement, but also to consider such equally important factors as health, spiritual life, interpersonal relationships, and interests outside of work. Interviews with retirees illustrate the importance of this approach. 1996. Great Careers for People Concerned about the Environment BR 11784 by Lesley Grant 1 volume Profiles careers in environmental protection and related fields, including engineering, science, enforcement, law, and health. Describes a typical day in the lives of workers and the educational requirements of each profession. For junior and senior high readers. 1993. Great Careers for People Fascinated by Government and the Law BR 11843 by Anne Marie Males 1 volume Discusses careers available in government and law, including police officer, law librarian, forensic technician, and foreign service officer. Describes day-to-day activities, training needed, and related fields. Includes sample application letters and interview tips. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Great Careers for People Interested in Communications Technology BR 11842 by Julie Czerneda and Victoria Vincent 1 volume Discusses careers available in the field of communication including mapmaker, Internet marketer, systems analyst, microwave dish installer, and teacher. Describes typical workdays, duties involved, getting started in the field, and writing a resume. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Great Careers for People Interested in Math and Computers BR 12166 by Peter and Bob Richardson 1 volume Career advice for students with talent in mathematics and computers. Highlights job options such as audio engineer,research analyst, and computer programmer. For senior high and older readers. 1993. Great Careers for People Who Want to Be Entrepreneurs BR 11786 by Jim Lang 1 volume Profiles of individuals who have become successful entrepreneurs, including a hot air balloonist, a jewelry designer, tree nursery owners, and a ceiling cleaning franchiser. Suggested activities and tips on entrepreneurship are included. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. How to Get a Job If You're a Teenager BR 11987 by Cindy Pervola and Debby Hobgood 1 volume Tips on job hunting address deciding what type of job to apply for, completing applications, preparing for the interview (including choosing what to wear), and the interview itself. What to expect on the first day and the proper way to quit a job are also discussed. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Two Incomes and Still Broke? It's Not How Much You Make, but How Much You Keep BR 11806 by Linda Kelley 2 volumes Describes how job-related expenses can devour a couple's second income. The author discusses taxes, childcare, timesavers, rushed shopping, personal upkeep, and other factors to be considered when deciding whether both spouses should work. 1996. Classics As You Like It BR 12100 by William Shakespeare 3 volumes A pastoral comedy in five acts, set in the court usurped by Duke Frederick and in the forest of Arden, where the rightful duke and his followers live. Based on the First Folio text printed in 1623. Contains explanatory notes and an essay on modern perspective. 1997. The Communist Manifesto BR 12070 by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels 1 volume Political and economic theory of social organization, first published as the platform of the Communist League. Anticapitalist work based on collective government ownership and democratic management of production and distribution of goods. 1848. The History of Henry the Fourth, Part 1 BR 11571 by William Shakespeare 3 volumes First published in 1598. Depicts the early years of the reign of England's Henry IV. The Earl of Northumberland's son, Hotspur, becomes Henry's opponent. Eventually Henry's son, Prince Hal, leaves the merrymaker Falstaff to join the battle at Shrewsbury against Hotspur. Annotated version with historical background and essay on literary perspective. 1994. The History of Henry the Fourth, Part 2 BR 11572 by William Shakespeare 2 volumes First published in 1600. An annotated version of Shakespeare's play involving Prince Hal, Falstaff, and the troubled monarch, Henry IV. Provides historical perspective and plot summaries. Defines obscure terms and uses modern spelling. 1961. The Merchant of Venice BR 11789 by William Shakespeare 2 volumes A five-act comedy about love, marriage, and exacting justice. Portia, disguised as a man, defends Antonio in court against Shylock, who is demanding a pound of flesh in payment for a debt. Based on the text of the 1600 quarto edition. Contains explanatory notes and an essay on modern perspective. 1992. A Midsummer Night's Dream BR 11765 by William Shakespeare 2 volumes A five-act comedy revolving around the upcoming wedding of the Duke of Athens. The action takes place in the woods where lovers converge, the king and queen of fairies quarrel, Puck causes mischief, and workmen rehearse a play for the wedding. Based on the text of the 1600 quarto edition. Contains explanatory notes and an essay on modern perspective. 1993. The Rivals; The Duenna; A Trip to Scarborough; The School for Scandal; The Critic BR 12062 by Richard Brinsley Sheridan 6 volumes Five plays by the English dramatist written between 1775 and 1779. These polished, satirical comedies of manners have a history of successful stage performances. This edition from the Oxford World's Classics series contains a twentieth- century introduction and explanatory notes for each play. 1998. The Tragedy of Richard III BR 11637 by William Shakespeare 3 volumes New edition of this historical drama first published in 1594. Richard, duke of Gloucester, is a deceitful, deformed villain who treacherously plots to gain the throne. Includes explanatory notes and an interpretive essay. 1996. Computers The Age of Spiritual Machines: When Computers Exceed Human Intelligence BR 12459 by Ray Kurzweil 5 volumes Considering exponential advances in computer technology since 1900, inventor Kurzweil theorizes that the twenty- first century will be defined by incomparable achievements in mechanical intelligence and that emotions associated with humans, such as love and loneliness, will manifest themselves in machines. He projects that automated devices and humans will become indistinguishable. 1999. The Internet for Dummies BR 11774 by John R. Levine and others 4 volumes Describes what the Internet is and how to use it. Advises on choosing a service, children's use, and shopping online. Explains aspects such as e-mail, web pages, and netiquette; defines terminology; and answers frequently asked questions. 1998. The Learning Highway: Smart Students and the Net BR 11848 by Trevor Owen and Ron Owston 3 volumes Emphasizes how high school and undergraduate students can use the Internet for learning. Covers how to express search needs online, the multiple functions of web-based browsers, research strategies on the web, and practical examples of Internet projects. Some strong language. For senior high and older readers. 1998. Search Engines for the World Wide Web BR 11761 by Alfred and Emily Glossbrenner 3 volumes Offers step-by-step instructions and specific examples for using World Wide Web search engines, including Excite, HotBot, Infoseek, Lycos, and Yahoo! Also explains the use of keywords and basic searching operators and describes how to search mailing lists and news groups and how to create complex searches. 1998. Using the Internet, Online Services, and CD-ROMs for Writing Research and Term Papers BR 12083 edited by Charles Harmon 2 volumes Discusses research techniques for writing papers using print and electronic sources. Describes various online and Internet services. Offers examples of the writing process, such as first drafts, proofreading, and completed term papers, as well as citations. For senior high and older readers. 1996. Virtual Reality: Computers Mimic the Physical World BR 11886 by Sean M. Grady 2 volumes Examines the concept of virtual reality--its history and the implications for the future. Discusses virtual reality's role, as well as its drawbacks, in business, medicine, science, the military, and the entertainment industries. Includes a glossary. For senior high and older readers. 1998. Consumerism Consumer Rites: The Buying and Selling of American Holidays BR 11853 by Leigh Eric Schmidt 4 volumes A social study of the origin and evolution of U.S. holidays into highly commercialized events that clash with religious practices and the original intent. Includes chapters on Christmas and Easter, and covers Mother's, Father's, and St. Valentine's Days, as well as Halloween. Provides brief information on recent innovations such as Kwanzaa and Earth Day. 1995. Real World Math: Money and Other Numbers in Your Life BR 11926 by Donna Guthrie and Jan Stiles 1 volume Do I need a savings account? Can I buy whatever I want with my own credit card? Can I afford my own car? How much should I tip the waiter? The authors answer these and many more questions about handling money. Includes discussions of balancing a checkbook and cost-effective shopping. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Two Incomes and Still Broke? It's Not How Much You Make, but How Much You Keep BR 11806 by Linda Kelley 2 volumes Describes how job-related expenses can devour a couple's second income. The author discusses taxes, childcare, timesavers, rushed shopping, personal upkeep, and other factors to be considered when deciding whether both spouses should work. 1996. Cooking The Art of Cooking for the Diabetic BR 11438 by Mary Abbott Hess 5 volumes Revised edition containing information on diabetes and its management, based on 1994 recommendations of the American Diabetes Association. Includes advice on exercise, alcohol, dining out, and eating while traveling; recipes for soups, breads, meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, cheese, yogurt, pastas, and desserts. 1996. Caribbean Light: All the Flavors of the Islands, without All the Fat BR 12246 by Donna Shields 2 volumes Caribbean cooking is a melting pot of cuisines from Europe, Africa, India, and China. In order to make the dishes lighter and more nutritional, Shields offers alternative preparations using native ingredients in nontraditional ways. Each recipe includes nutritional information. 1998. Clueless in the Kitchen: A Cookbook for Teens BR 11857 by Evelyn Raab 2 volumes Two hundred recipes based on the principle that cooking from scratch is cheaper, healthier, and tastier. Includes dishes for breakfast through dinner, desserts, snacks, and vegetarian specialties. Contains tips on stocking the pantry, shopping for fresh ingredients, food preparation and storage, and kitchen appliance maintenance. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Feast of India BR 11868 by Rani 2 volumes More than 150 traditional recipes have been adapted to introduce Americans to Indian cuisine. Covers background information on customs, spices, and techniques. Contains recipes for complete menus: from appetizers, through meat and vegetarian main dishes, to desserts and beverages. 1991. Help! My Apartment Has a Kitchen Cookbook: One-Hundred-Plus Great Recipes with Foolproof Instructions BR 11515 by Kevin and Nancy Mills 2 volumes Mills says he ate out a lot as a college student, until he drained his savings and was forced into the kitchen. In a panic, he called Mom for help. She compiled these simple recipes, with tips and warnings for preparing them. She provided suggestions for basic staples--spices, canned goods, and utensils--to have on hand. 1996. Mastering the Art of French Cooking: Volume 2 BR 12230 by Julia Child and Simone Beck 7 volumes In this companion to Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume 1 (BR 12229), the authors offer "Americans, working with American ingredients," the opportunity to create additional French cuisine. Here they concentrate on the expansion of basic dishes in seven areas, including soups, breads, meats, chicken, and desserts. 1983. One Dough Fifty Cookies: Baking Favorite and Festive Cookies in a Snap BR 12161 by Leslie Glover Pendleton 1 volume The author, a former food editor of Gourmet magazine, provides a recipe and instructions for one large master batch of butter cookie dough. Each of the fifty recipes for distinctly flavored cookies that follows calls for one half of the master dough. Covers spritz, icebox, rolled or cutout, drop, and bar forms. 1998. Pass the Polenta and Other Writings from the Kitchen BR 12251 by Teresa Lust 2 volumes Anecdotes from a chef about family and food. Contains favorite recipes along with memories of the author's multicultural clan and the professionals with whom she has worked. Discusses origins of various dishes and the preparation and consumption of fabulous meals, ranging from simple to sublime. 1998. Soul Food: Recipes and Reflections from African-American Churches BR 12364 by Joyce White 3 volumes More than 150 recipes and reminiscences gathered from members of African American churches throughout the United States. Presents a brief history and variations for each type of dish; includes standard favorites such as cornbread and sweet potato pie. 1998. U.S.A. Cookbook BR 11227 by Sheila Lukins 8 volumes The author spent three years traveling across the country collecting these recipes and tidbits of information about some of America's favorite foods. The origin of the term "blue plate special" and what seasonings to use with various beans are just two examples of the fare Lukins offers. She also includes beer and wine suggestions from Steve Olson. 1997. The Yellow Farmhouse Cookbook BR 12125 by Christopher Kimball 5 volumes Reminiscences of life on a Vermont farm and recipes fondly remembered from days gone by. Each chapter includes tales from the author's rural background and directions for preparing favorite foods, often with several variations. Also offers information about purchasing basic equipment and assembling ingredients for cooking. 1998. Crime Cries Unheard: Why Children Kill; the Story of Mary Bell BR 12501 by Gitta Sereny 3 volumes A journalist's interviews with Mary Bell, who was convicted of killing two little boys in England in 1968, when she was eleven. Now a free woman with a child of her own, Mary talks about her troubled childhood. Some explicit descriptions of sex and some strong language. 1998. Halfway Heaven: Diary of a Harvard Murder BR 11593 by Melanie Thernstrom 2 volumes In 1995 Ethiopian Harvard student Sinedu Tadesse stabbed to death her Vietnamese immigrant roommate, Trang Phuong Ho, and then hung herself. Excerpts from Tadesse's journals reveal a woman so troubled by loneliness that Ho's decision to move out caused Tadesse to kill. Some strong language and some violence. 1997. I Have Lived in the Monster BR 11621 by Robert K. Ressler and Tom~Shachtman 2 volumes A former FBI agent and advisor on serial killings profiles and analyzes a number of notorious cases in the United States, Japan, and England. Discusses investigative techniques and includes personal interviews with mass murderers John Wayne Gacy and Jeffrey Dahmer. 1997. Diet and Nutrition The Art of Cooking for the Diabetic BR 11438 by Mary Abbott Hess 5 volumes Revised edition containing information on diabetes and its management, based on 1994 recommendations of the American Diabetes Association. Includes advice on exercise, alcohol, dining out, and eating while traveling; recipes for soups, breads, meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, cheese, yogurt, pastas, and desserts. 1996. Healing Foods BR 11517 by Miriam Polunin 3 volumes This practical guide to key foods for good health presents positive steps toward better eating habits. Profiles nutritional and therapeutic values of selected foods. Includes recipes for fifty featured items that are considered most important for a balanced diet. 1997. What to Eat If You Have Cancer: A Guide to Adding Nutritional Therapy to Your Treatment Plan BR 12257 by Maureen Keane and Daniella Chace 3 volumes Nutritional advice and therapy to aid in denying cancer the food elements it needs to grow. Discusses various cancer treatments and how to strengthen the body against disease. Includes different diet plans and resources. 1996. Drama As You Like It BR 12100 by William Shakespeare 3 volumes A pastoral comedy in five acts, set in the court usurped by Duke Frederick and in the forest of Arden, where the rightful duke and his followers live. Based on the First Folio text printed in 1623. Contains explanatory notes and an essay on modern perspective. 1997. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof BR 11565 by Tennessee Williams 2 volumes A play in which Big Daddy, a rich Mississippi cotton planter is dying of cancer. On his sixty-fifth birthday, he is surrounded by his family: Big Mama, his loud, garrulous wife; Cooper, his greedy older son; Brick, his younger son who is a withdrawn alcoholic; and his two sons' wives, Mae and Maggie. Strong language and explicit descriptions of sex. Pulitzer Prize. 1955. The Glass Menagerie BR 11524 by Tennessee Williams 1 volume Drama written in 1945 about a southern family with pretensions to gentility. Centers around the crippled daughter, Laura, who lives in a dream world so full of illusions that she becomes like the pieces in her own glass collection--too fragile to move from the shelf. 1972. The History of Henry the Fourth, Part 1 BR 11571 by William Shakespeare 3 volumes First published in 1598. Depicts the early years of the reign of England's Henry IV. The Earl of Northumberland's son, Hotspur, becomes Henry's opponent. Eventually Henry's son, Prince Hal, leaves the merrymaker Falstaff to join the battle at Shrewsbury against Hotspur. Annotated version with historical background and essay on literary perspective. 1994. The History of Henry the Fourth, Part 2 BR 11572 by William Shakespeare 2 volumes First published in 1600. An annotated version of Shakespeare's play involving Prince Hal, Falstaff, and the troubled monarch, Henry IV. Provides historical perspective and plot summaries. Defines obscure terms and uses modern spelling. 1961. The Merchant of Venice BR 11789 by William Shakespeare 2 volumes A five-act comedy about love, marriage, and exacting justice. Portia, disguised as a man, defends Antonio in court against Shylock, who is demanding a pound of flesh in payment for a debt. Based on the text of the 1600 quarto edition. Contains explanatory notes and an essay on modern perspective. 1992. A Midsummer Night's Dream BR 11765 by William Shakespeare 2 volumes A five-act comedy revolving around the upcoming wedding of the Duke of Athens. The action takes place in the woods where lovers converge, the king and queen of fairies quarrel, Puck causes mischief, and workmen rehearse a play for the wedding. Based on the text of the 1600 quarto edition. Contains explanatory notes and an essay on modern perspective. 1993. The Night of the Iguana BR 11837 by Tennessee Williams 1 volume The setting of this play is a run-down tourist hotel on the coast of Mexico, where chance brings together an assortment of people to work out their destinies in one stormy night. Their bondage, of various kinds, is symbolized by a captured iguana. 1961. The Ride down Mt. Morgan BR 12063 by Arthur Miller 1 volume A two-act play wherein a middle-aged man confronts the decisions he has made and their effect on others. Hospitalized after a car accident, Lyman Felt admits being a bigamist and realizes the hurt and humiliation he has caused both of the women and his children. Some strong language. 1991. The Rivals; The Duenna; A Trip to Scarborough; The School for Scandal; The Critic BR 12062 by Richard Brinsley Sheridan 6 volumes Five plays by the English dramatist written between 1775 and 1779. These polished, satirical comedies of manners have a history of successful stage performances. This edition from the Oxford World's Classics series contains a twentieth- century introduction and explanatory notes for each play. 1998. The Rose Tattoo BR 11632 by Tennessee Williams 1 volume This play relates, with a touch of humor, the story of a Sicilian widow finding love in a Gulf Coast community. Winner of the 1951 Tony Award for Best Play. 1950. A Streetcar Named Desire BR 11535 by Tennessee Williams 1 volume In this play, a recently widowed, faded southern belle visits her bohemian sister and lusty brother-in-law in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Seeking the lost gentility of her early life, she instead faces a mental breakdown because of the insensitivity of those around her. 1947. Summer and Smoke BR 11639 by Tennessee Williams 1 volume A play by the twentieth-century American dramatist, telling of the unfulfilled love of a puritanical southern woman who is a minister's daughter. 1948. Sweet Bird of Youth BR 11636 by Tennessee Williams 1 volume Classic play concerning a gigolo who returns to his southern hometown with an aging, drug-ridden actress in tow. Some strong language and some violence. 1959. The Three Sisters BR 12074 by Anton Chekhov 1 volume Olga is an old-maid schoolteacher, Masha is unhappily married, and Irina works in a telegraph office. The sisters are overcome with boredom following the death of their father, commander of a Russian brigade. When their brother marries a country girl who tries to control everyone, the three find a new purpose in life. 1901. The Tragedy of Richard III BR 11637 by William Shakespeare 3 volumes New edition of this historical drama first published in 1594. Richard, duke of Gloucester, is a deceitful, deformed villain who treacherously plots to gain the throne. Includes explanatory notes and an interpretive essay. 1996. Education Academic Duty BR 11607 by Donald Kennedy 4 volumes Examines a range of challenges facing the modern university in the United States. Addresses such issues as teaching versus research, waning budgets, ethical concerns, and cultural conflicts. Calls for a renewed commitment to academic responsibility within the campus community. 1997. Building Basic Skills in Mathematics BR 11457 3 volumes A worktext in basic mathematics to help adult learners master computation skills involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Provides a pretest, individual lessons, and skills tests, followed by a posttest. 1988. Building Basic Skills in Reading: Book 1 BR 11456 2 volumes A self-paced guide for helping students of adult literacy master sentence structure, parts of speech, grammar and usage, and punctuation and spelling, as well as statements involving cause and effect and the use of inference. Provides a pretest, individual lessons, and review exercises, followed by a posttest. 1988. Building Basic Skills in Writing: Book 2 BR 11454 1 volume Second of a two-book program designed to enable the reader to master the basics of writing well. This segment includes units on parts of speech, grammar and usage, and punctuation and spelling. Provides a pretest and posttest for self- assessment, as well as exercises with every lesson. 1982. College Planning for Dummies BR 11629 by Pat Ordovensky 4 volumes A guide to preparing for college. Topics include finding the right institution, visiting the campus, being interviewed for admission, paying tuition and other costs, and ten common mistakes in planning for higher education. Chapters can be read alone or in sequence. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. How to Write a Letter BR 12303 by Patricia Dragisic 1 volume Describes the basic structure of personal and business letters, with examples of each type. Includes such diverse topics as grammar, salutations, and using electronic mail; presents some famous letters from the past. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. I Wonder What College Is Like? BR 11831 by Meg F. Schneider 1 volume Discusses choosing a college and getting accepted, handling the expense, and earning a degree. Also covers aspects of life outside the classroom including campus activities, living with roommates, and socializing. For junior and senior high readers. 1989. Who Killed Homer? The Demise of Classical Education and the Recovery of Greek Wisdom BR 12107 by Victor Davis Hanson and John Heath 3 volumes Explores the premise that while Western values--democracy, free speech, free markets, and individual rights--are spreading rapidly throughout the world, it is vital for universities to continue classical study programs to understand the origins of these ideas in the ancient Greek vision of life. Further discussion of common problems in classics departments. 1998. Family As Parents Age: A Psychological and Practical Guide BR 12255 by Joseph A. Ilardo 3 volumes Psychotherapist summarizes physical and emotional changes that occur over time and discusses reactions of adult children to their aging parents. Explains how to determine care requirements, adjustments that might allow a person to remain at home in later life, and steps to take if institutionalization is necessary. 1998. The Baby Boat: A Memoir of Adoption BR 11777 by Patty Dann 1 volume Journal spanning the years 1994 through 1997 discusses the New York author's experiences and emotions during the time she and her husband were completing the steps to adopt a baby from Lithuania. 1998. I Love Gootie: My Grandmother's Story BR 11660 by Max Apple 2 volumes A grandson's recollections of his grandmother, who grew up in a Lithuanian village and preferred Yiddish to English. Gootie is the wife of Rocky, Apple's grandfather portrayed in Roommates (BR 09790). 1998. Late-Talking Children BR 11613 by Thomas Sowell 2 volumes The author, an economist and columnist, discusses the response he received to his article about his son's lateness in learning to talk. He describes other traits shared by many such children, who often go on to become intelligent and successful adults, even in cases of early misdiagnosis. 1997. The Lunch-Box Chronicles: Notes from the Parenting Underground BR 11635 by Marion Winik 2 volumes Two years after her husband's death from AIDS, writer and public radio commentator Winik tells of raising their two small sons on her own and discusses humorously her inability to be the perfect mom. 1998. Government, Law, and Politics And Justice for All: The Legal Rights of Young People BR 12280 by Sandra Joseph Nunez and Trish Marx 1 volume Explores several legal issues as they relate to young people, including First Amendment protections, right to privacy, labor laws, and discrimination. Presents case histories and events that compelled courts and legislatures to reexamine the prerogatives and protections of youth in America. For senior high and older readers. 1997. Betrayal: How the Clinton Administration Undermined American Security BR 12278 by Bill Gertz 3 volumes Washington Times reporter on national security and defense issues cites Pentagon, State Department, and White House sources to argue that president Clinton's foreign policy decisions have weakened U.S. prospects for peace and stability. Includes copies of government documents to support his claims. Bestseller 1999. The Communist Manifesto BR 12070 by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels 1 volume Political and economic theory of social organization, first published as the platform of the Communist League. Anticapitalist work based on collective government ownership and democratic management of production and distribution of goods. 1848. The Cost of Rights: Why Liberty Depends on Taxes BR 12523 by Stephen Holmes and Cass R. Sunstein 2 volumes Examines the relationship between individual liberty, social cooperation, and government action in the U.S. Asserts that the political branches that extract taxes and reallocate public resources affect the value, scope, and predictability of Americans' interests. Observes the inevitability of government and its important role in protecting and enforcing fundamental rights. 1999. Explicit and Authentic Acts: Amending the U.S. Constitution, 1776-1995 BR 12363 by David E. Kyvig 8 volumes Traces the origin, nature, and function of the American constitutional amendment system and explores its role in the development of the U.S. Constitution of the 1990s. Focuses on both successful and unsuccessful efforts to implement revisions between 1776 and 1995. Winner of the 1997 Bancroft Prize in American history. 1996. No Equal Justice: Race and Class in the American Criminal Justice System BR 12467 by David Cole 3 volumes Examines double standards and the role of race and class in the U.S. criminal justice setting, including police behavior, jury selection, and sentencing. Chronicles the social costs of infringements on the rights of minorities and the poor, and discusses the disconnection between constitutional theory and legal practice. 1999. Hobbies and Crafts Building Storage Stuff: Twenty-five Plans and Projects to Help Put Things in Their Place BR 12148 by Richard Freudenberger 2 volumes A woodworker's guide for constructing useful storage areas in the home. Describes techniques, materials, and tools. Presents scale drawings, plans, and procedures as well as safety tips. 1997. Gifts for Herb Lovers: Over Fifty Projects to Make and Give BR 12116 by Betty Oppenheimer 2 volumes Ways to use herbs in culinary, cosmetic, scented, and decorative products. Includes recipes for tea bags, herbal vinegar, bath salts, lip balm, and hand cream. Provides lists of materials, equipment, and step-by-step instructions for sachets, moth-repellent hangers, a living wreath, and pinecone fire starters. 1997. Making Scrapbooks: Complete Guide to Preserving Your Treasured Memories BR 12114 by Vanessa-Ann 1 volume Presents more than seventy ideas for creating a personal scrapbook. Offers suggestions for various themes around which to create a book and ideas for making covers and bindings. Describes various techniques and necessary tools. 1998. Natural Baskets: Create Over Twenty Unique Baskets with Materials Gathered in Gardens, Fields, and Woods BR 12152 edited by Maryanne Gillooly 2 volumes Techniques and designs to create baskets and garden ornaments with materials gathered from woods and fields. Step-by-step instructions for projects created by seven craftsmen. Includes a glossary and sources for supplies. 1992. Perfumes, Splashes, and Colognes: Discovering and Crafting Your Personal Fragrances BR 12151 by Nancy M. Booth 2 volumes A professional perfumer describes how to make natural scents. Gives a brief history of the industry as well as sources of ingredients for the hobbyist, step-by-step instructions, and equipment needed. Includes tips on packaging and a glossary. 1997. Through the Eyes of Your Ancestors BR 12319 by Maureen A. Taylor 1 volume Step-by-step instructions on compiling a family history for a school project or just as a hobby. Includes suggestions on conducting personal interviews, visiting genealogical libraries, researching on the Internet, and keeping records. Also provides tips on accessing and using specific resources. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. Humor 101 Classic Jewish Jokes: Jewish Humor from Groucho Marx to Jerry Seinfeld BR 11731 by Robert Menchin 1 volume An explanation of the origins of Jewish humor followed by sample jokes. Includes some common Yiddish terms and birth names of famous Jewish comedians. 1998. Bob Hope's Dear Prez, I Wanna Tell Ya! A Presidential Jokebook BR 11717 by Bob Hope 1 volume Jokes about eleven U.S. presidents with whom Bob Hope has had the privilege of trying to play golf. Includes an introduction by Johnny Carson. 1996. Cactus Tracks and Cowboy Philosophy BR 11627 by Baxter Black 2 volumes Poetry and stories by a veterinarian-turned-commentator and columnist. All of the material is extracted from the files of National Public Radio, where Black has an occasional morning program. A humorous perspective on ranch life out west, where cowboys, horses, rodeos, and farmers dominate the landscape. For senior high and older readers. 1997. Life among the Savages BR 11790 by Shirley Jackson 2 volumes Autobiography of the author's hectic life in Vermont with her husband and four children. Humorously describes the routines and predicaments caused by a large family. 1948. Living Somewhere between Estrogen and Death BR 11990 by Barbara Johnson 2 volumes Christian humorist believes that laughter is the only cure for old age. Illustrates the problems of aging--among them weight gain, memory loss, and menopause--with jokes and encouragement. 1997. Pure Drivel BR 11849 by Steve Martin 1 volume Collection of humorous essays (many first published in the New Yorker) by comedian, actor, and screenwriter Martin. Topics include memory loss, drug side effects, and the number of movie stars who are secretly Nobel Prize-worthy scientists. Bestseller 1998. Roasts and Toasts: Snappy One-Liners for Every Occasion BR 11735 by Gene Perret 1 volume Gives examples of humorous toasts for speeches and parties. The ideas are arranged by guest and occasion: the boss, retirement, weddings, birthdays, and more. 1997. When Your Phone Doesn't Ring, It'll Be Me BR 11870 by Cynthia Heimel 2 volumes Humorous essays on such topics as searching for a city to live in that isn't full of crackheads and bigots, discovering that romance novels are often pornographic, trying to understand men, and living with dogs. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 1995. Inspiration Chocolate for a Woman's Heart: Seventy-seven Stories of Love, Kindness, and Compassion to Nourish Your Soul and Sweeten Your Dreams BR 11933 edited by Kay Allenbaugh 2 volumes Collection of heartfelt essays by a wide variety of female contributors, including ministers, professional speakers, novelists, and mothers. Topics range from divine intervention to falling in love to overcoming depression. 1998. Front Porch Tales BR 12430 by Philip Gulley 1 volume A Quaker pastor in Indiana reminisces about growing up in simpler times, recalling his neighbors, family, and home life. Also includes stories about his congregation in the 1990s; illustrates moral principles with passages from Scripture. 1997. Golf in the Kingdom BR 11383 by Michael Murphy 2 volumes Murphy describes a phenomenal day and night in 1956 when, en route to India, he stopped off in Scotland to play a round of golf. There he met and played with golf professional Shivas Irons, who altered Murphy's perceptions, leaving him shaken and exalted. Murphy relates the Oriental transcendental ideas Irons imparted to him. Prequel to The Kingdom of Shivas Irons (BR 11384). 1972. The Kingdom of Shivas Irons BR 11384 by Michael Murphy 3 volumes In this sequel to Golf in the Kingdom (BR 11383), Murphy returns to Scotland in search of guru golfer Shivas Irons. Hoping to discover the secrets of transcendent golf and the "life to come," Murphy encounters a series of people who enlighten him in the ways of the game as well as spiritually. Bestseller 1997. When the Worst That Can Happen Already Has: Conquering Life's Most Difficult Times BR 12402 by Dennis Wholey 3 volumes Fifty inspirational memoirs of individuals who survived personal loss. Articles describe mental, emotional, and physical crises, as well as the coping mechanisms and inner resources that were used to overcome suffering. Includes interviews with well-known personalities like Betty Ford and Jim Brady. 1992. Women in Praise of the Sacred: Forty-Three Centuries of Spiritual Poetry by Women BR 12066 edited by Jane Hirshfield 2 volumes Anthology of poetry, song, and prayer--a record of intimacy with the sacred--by women of various cultures and traditions. Arranged in chronological order by writer; biographical sketches precede the selections. 1994. Language and Linguistics Building Basic Skills in Reading: Book 1 BR 11456 2 volumes A self-paced guide for helping students of adult literacy master sentence structure, parts of speech, grammar and usage, and punctuation and spelling, as well as statements involving cause and effect and the use of inference. Provides a pretest, individual lessons, and review exercises, followed by a posttest. 1988. Building Basic Skills in Writing: Book 2 BR 11454 1 volume Second of a two-book program designed to enable the reader to master the basics of writing well. This segment includes units on parts of speech, grammar and usage, and punctuation and spelling. Provides a pretest and posttest for self- assessment, as well as exercises with every lesson. 1982. The Disheveled Dictionary: A Curious Caper through Our Sumptuous Lexicon BR 11545 by Karen Elizabeth Gordon 1 volume An alphabetical list of the author's favorite words, which she includes for their rhythm and rich sound. Some entries are well-known words while others are obscure. 1997. The Great Grammar Challenge: Test Yourself on Punctuation, Usage, Grammar, and More BR 12158 edited by Priscilla S. Taylor and Mary Stoughton 3 volumes The authors, both editors, offer suggestions on ways to improve writing skills. Includes sections on spelling, punctuation, usage and grammar, and perennial problems such as hyphenated compound words and numbers. Answers, including explanations, are given for all exercises. 1997. How to Write a Letter BR 12303 by Patricia Dragisic 1 volume Describes the basic structure of personal and business letters, with examples of each type. Includes such diverse topics as grammar, salutations, and using electronic mail; presents some famous letters from the past. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Out of the Loud Hound of Darkness: A Dictionarrative BR 12520 by Karen Elizabeth Gordon 1 volume The author takes a humorous approach to explaining English usage in an imaginative narrative that employs Balkan- sounding sites and hilariously named characters. This unique word play underscores differences between puzzlers like amend and emend, disparate and desperate, prescribe and proscribe. 1998. The Professor and the Madman: A Tale of Murder, Insanity, and the Making of the Oxford English Dictionary BR 11743 by Simon Winchester 2 volumes An account of the unusual circumstances leading to the friendship between the Oxford English Dictionary's editor, Dr. James Murray, and one of its most prolific contributors, Dr. W.C. Minor, an American criminal. Relates the details of Dr. Minor's crime and its aftermath and how he first began his correspondence with Dr. Murray. Bestseller 1998. Literature Aphrodite: A Memoir of the Senses BR 11693 by Isabel Allende 3 volumes In this memoir written during her fiftieth year, Allende reflects on her relationship with food and eroticism. Combines research with personal experience. Focuses on food as an aphrodisiac and its effects on lovemaking. Includes select recipes for two portions. Descriptions of sex. Bestseller 1998. Crabcakes BR 11719 by James Alan McPherson 2 volumes The Pulitzer prize-winning African American author records autobiographical episodes and meditates on their meaning. The taste of Maryland crabcakes became firmly imprinted on his consciousness during his stay in Baltimore and remained with him even when he moved to Iowa and Japan. Some strong language. 1998. The Dreams Our Stuff Is Made Of: How Science Fiction Conquered the World BR 12179 by Thomas M. Disch 3 volumes The author explores the influence that science fiction writing has had on American culture. He describes how the genre impacts politics, religion, and daily life, traces the evolution of this style of writing beginning with Edgar Allan Poe, and discusses well-known writers and their works. 1998. Ex Libris: Confessions of a Common Reader BR 11915 by Anne Fadiman 1 volume Eighteen essays written over four years reveal the author's bibliomania and compulsive proofreading habit. In "Marrying Libraries," she admits that only after five years of marriage and a child were she and her husband intimate enough to mingle their book collections. In "Insert a Carrot," she describes her family's need to correct misspellings, even on menus. 1998. Maya Angelou: Journey of the Heart BR 12078 by Jayne Pettit 1 volume Presents the life of Maya Angelou from her childhood through her years as a poet, author, civil rights activist, entertainer, and professor. Describes how her creativity and hard work have promoted the success of African Americans through poetry, writing, and teaching. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Meditations from a Movable Chair: Essays BR 12248 by Andre Dubus 1 volume Twenty-five essays, many describing the author's feelings about being physically dependent on other people or mechanical devices since a car accident in 1986 put him in a wheelchair. In "Liv Ullmann in Spring," Dubus recounts his difficulties in attending an authors' dinner but says meeting Ullmann was worth all the effort. Some strong language. 1998. A Moveable Feast BR 12344 by Ernest Hemingway 1 volume Sketches of the author's life in Paris in the 1920s provide reminiscences of his first marriage and the development of his literary style. Includes portraits of Ezra Pound, Gertrude Stein, Ford Maddox Ford, and Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, among many other artists. Some strong language. 1964. Mystery and Manners: Occasional Prose BR 12068 by Flannery O'Connor 2 volumes Fifteen articles and essays, mostly discussing the art of fiction, published by O'Connor in her lifetime or revised from her speech manuscripts. Many pieces are on the study and practice of writing, including "The Nature and Aim of Fiction" and "Writing Short Stories." 1969. The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays BR 11599 by Albert Camus 2 volumes In the title essay, the French philosopher and writer develops an affirmative attitude toward life, even though life is regarded as meaningless and absurd. The other essays also deal with the theme of affirmation in the face of absurdity. 1955. No Walls of Stone: An Anthology of Literature by Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Writers BR 11740 edited by Jill Jepson 2 volumes Poetry, short stories, memoirs, essays, and a play selected from works by twenty-three authors. Many of the pieces express feelings about the writers' physical conditions, which range from congenital deafness to gradual hearing loss to hearing impairment. Includes brief biographical sketches. 1992. Not Dying BR 12473 by William Saroyan 2 volumes (Reissue) Autobiographical reflections of the American author and playwright when he is entering his fifties and sensing a time of transition. Written in the summer of 1959 in Paris while his teenage son and daughter are visiting and he has three works in progress. Originally published in 1963. 1996. The William Saroyan Reader BR 12409 by William Saroyan 5 volumes A representative selection of Saroyan's writings from the 1930s and 1940s. Contains thirty short stories, two complete plays, a memoir, essays, a long poem, the complete text of Tracy's Tiger, and portions of four other novels. Introduction by the author and a preface by his son, Aram. 1958. William Shakespeare: A Compact Documentary Life BR 11872 by S. Schoenbaum 4 volumes Schoenbaum presents a scholarly biography based on written records. Recounts Shakespeare's simple life story as evidenced in documents found in Stratford, where he was born, raised, and died, and in London, where he gained his livelihood. 1977. Zane Grey: Romancing the West BR 12313 by Stephen J. May 2 volumes Biography of the popular author discusses how he spent his youth fishing and hunting near Zanesville, Ohio, a town named after his pioneer ancestor. Grey became a dentist at his father's insistence, but later returned to his love of writing. Tells how Riders of the Purple Sage (RC 17362) became his first bestseller in 1912. Bestseller 1997. Medicine and Health Acupressure for Everybody: Gentle, Effective Relief for More Than One Hundred Common Ailments BR 12095 by Cathryn Bauer 2 volumes Explains how to provide relief for various problems including depression, fever, joint pain, insomnia, fatigue, and nausea by using the ancient system of applying self- pressure to the same points on the body used by acupuncturists. 1991. Acupuncture: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know BR 12440 by Gary F. Fleischman 2 volumes Board-certified acupuncturist and medical doctor discusses the use of his specialty and other traditional Chinese healing practices. In a question-and-answer format he explains such topics as balancing yin and yang, the energy known as qi, and the role of diet in overall well-being. 1998. Afterwards, You're a Genius: Faith, Medicine, and the Metaphysics of Healing BR 12398 by Chip Brown 4 volumes A prize-winning journalist's investigation into the alternative medicine movement. After a series of consultations with a psychic and various hands-on practitioners, Brown presents historical evidence about healing the spirit to cure physical ailments. Offers good- humored insights into the mind-body connection. 1998. Aromatherapy: The Complete Guide to Plant and Flower Essences for Health and Beauty BR 12096 by DaniŠle Ryman 4 volumes A therapist discusses the benefits of plants and essential oils for therapeutic purposes. An alphabetical listing of these substances describes their characteristics and appropriate uses. Followed by a list of ailments suggesting treatments and referring back to specific names in the main list. Some recipes included. 1991. Attention Deficit Disorder BR 11882 by Wendy Moragne 1 volume Case histories and interviews illustrate this former teacher's description of attention deficit disorder. She discusses the impact this condition has on young people and on those around them and outlines treatment options. For junior and senior high readers. 1996. Cancer--Increasing Your Odds for Survival: A Resource Guide for Integrating Mainstream, Alternative, and Complementary Therapies BR 12281 by David Bognar 3 volumes The author advocates combining medical treatments to ensure a successful recovery. Discusses both conventional and alternative approaches, along with different therapies, tests, and treatments. Includes resources and organizations to assist the informed patient as well as interviews with experts in each field. Concludes with help in grieving. 1998. The Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy Survival Guide BR 12291 by Judith McKay and Nancee Hirano 2 volumes Explains what chemotherapy and radiation are, how they work, and what their effects are. Gives suggestions for before, after, and during treatment, covering both the physical and emotional elements of medical therapy. Includes relaxation and stress-reduction exercises. 1998. Conversations about Cancer: A Patient's Guide to Informed Decision Making BR 12325 by Michael Auerbach 2 volumes An oncologist describes the disease and its treatments. Stresses communication between patient and physician and the importance of exploring all possible options. Advocates empowering people to discuss their illness knowledgeably. Explores special problems of dealing with terminal conditions. 1997. Coping with Diabetes BR 11929 by Pat Kelly 1 volume Describes different types of diabetes and how they are diagnosed. Explains the role of diet, exercise, medication, and monitoring techniques in treating the disease. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. Coping with Migraines and Other Headaches BR 11917 by Andrea Votava 1 volume Provides a definition and discussion of headaches--types, causes, cures, and self-help techniques for alleviating them. Explores alternative as well as traditional approaches. Includes a glossary and a list of relevant organizations and web sites for further research. For senior high and older readers. 1997. Coping with PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) BR 11913 by Barbara Moe 1 volume Explains puberty, ovulation, and menstruation as well as the physical and emotional aspects of PMS. Includes sources for additional information and recipes and lifestyle changes to facilitate self-improvement. Also provides a glossary. For senior high and older readers. 1998. Diabetes BR 11863 by Elizabeth Ferber 1 volume Illustrates the impact of Type I (insulin-dependent) diabetes on the lives of nine young people and describes how they cope with the illness. Suggests ways for adolescents with diabetes to maintain physical and emotional health. Includes a glossary and a list of interested organizations. For senior high and older readers. 1996. The Healer Within: The Four Essential Self-Care Methods for Creating Optimal Health BR 12253 by Roger Jahnke 3 volumes A doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine explains how to achieve long-term wellness in a few minutes a day using four tools--gentle movement, self-applied massage, breathing exercises, and relaxation or meditation. 1997. Healthy Living with Diabetes BR 11949 by Margot Joan Fromer 3 volumes The author emphasizes control of lifestyle as key to controlling the disease. Provides practical tips for diet and exercise. Recommends methods of self-monitoring of blood glucose level and following medication instructions correctly. Discusses prevention of health complications. Includes chapters on childhood diabetes and parental responsibilities. 1998. The HIV Wellness Sourcebook: An East/West Guide to Living Well with HIV/AIDS and Related Conditions BR 12097 by Misha Ruth Cohen 3 volumes A San Francisco doctor of oriental medicine explains how HIV and AIDS patients can combine Chinese and Western medicine and why she believes this is the most effective approach. Includes targeted treatment plans for common disorders and infections related to the disease. 1998. Invisible Enemies: Stories of Infectious Disease BR 12359 by Jeanette Farrell 2 volumes A history of medical battles against seven deadly illnesses: smallpox and leprosy--largely overcome; malaria and tuberculosis--still suffered in parts of the world; ever- persistent cholera and plague; and the newest danger--AIDS. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Live Now, Age Later: Proven Ways to Slow Down the Clock BR 12343 by Isadore Rosenfeld 3 volumes A physician offers advice on how to delay the onset of disability and chronic disease by practicing good health habits including proper diet, exercise, stress reduction, vitamins, and medicine. Covers symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for common conditions such as cancer, heart attacks, depression, Alzheimer's, impotence, menopause, and loss of vision and hearing. Bestseller 1999. Making Miracles Happen BR 12522 by Gregory White Smith and Steven Naifeh 3 volumes At thirty-four, Gregory White Smith, coauthor of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Jackson Pollock (RC 33540), was told he had an inoperable brain tumor and had three months to live. Ten years later he uses his story and those of others who overcame severe medical problems to illustrate the importance of finding the correct treatment. 1997. Managed Care: Made in America BR 12468 by Arnold Birenbaum 3 volumes Discusses the origins and development of health maintenance organizations in the United States. Assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the system and areas to be reformed. Analyzes the social consequences of this type of medical care delivery and state and federal governments' reactions to patients' and doctors' concerns. 1997. Medicines from Nature BR 11665 by Peggy Thomas 1 volume Describes the field of ethnobotany and its adventurous practitioners who search the world's oceans, rain forests, and other areas of opportunity for natural medicines. Discusses momentous discoveries such as penicillin as well as folk remedies from ancient cultures. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Melanoma: Prevention, Detection, and Treatment BR 12361 by Catherine M. Poole 2 volumes Health writer and melanoma survivor Poole, assisted by melanoma expert Dr. Dupont Guerry, explains skin cancer and identifies the people most susceptible to it. She describes cancerous moles and discusses how they are diagnosed and treated. 1998. Miracle Cures: Dramatic New Scientific Discoveries Revealing the Healing Powers of Herbs and Vitamins and Other Natural Remedies BR 11884 by Jean Carper 3 volumes The author discusses how natural remedies are used in various countries to lower cholesterol, sharpen memory, fight infections, and otherwise improve health. She presents evidence supporting the value of these cures, describes how they work, and offers advice on proper usage. Bestseller 1997. Prozac Diary BR 12105 by Lauren Slater 1 volume Autobiographical account of Slater's introduction to Prozac when it was first released in 1988 and her subsequent feelings about taking it for ten years. Describes the positive results of the drug and also the unpleasant side effects. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. 1998. Purify Your Body: Natural Remedies for Detoxing from Fifty Everyday Situations BR 11942 by Nina L. Diamond 2 volumes Explains how the different systems and parts of the body work and discusses various types of natural treatments including Chinese and Native American medicine. The author then describes how to use these healing techniques to prevent or treat fifty "toxic situations" such as caffeine addiction, PMS, prostate problems, and jet lag. 1996. Qigong for Health and Vitality BR 12150 by Michael Tse 1 volume The philosophy and practice of traditional Chinese body movements that are aimed at promoting good health by improving posture, breathing, and well-being. Discusses how daily practice results in stress reduction and relief for many common ailments. Includes step-by-step instructions. 1995. The Science, Spread, and Therapy of HIV Disease: Everything You Need to Know but Had No Idea Who to Ask BR 11787 by Michael A. DiSpezio 2 volumes In question-and-answer format, the book explains what the AIDS virus is and how to treat it. Includes tests for each segment and a list of Internet sites that provide further information. For senior high and older readers. 1998. Second Act: Life after Colostomy and Other Adventures BR 11562 by Barbara Barrie 2 volumes The actress known for her work on the sitcoms Barney Miller and Suddenly Susan describes her experience of being diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 1994, after ignoring symptoms for years. She details the problems and successes of the surgery and treatments that followed. Some strong language. 1997. A Slant of Sun: One Child's Courage BR 12350 by Beth Kephart 2 volumes The author writes of her small son, whose differences from his peers eventually led to physical and psychological testing and the puzzling diagnosis of pervasive developmental disorder. She describes the difficulties she encountered and her eventual success in helping him abandon behavior that often resembled autism. 1998. Stress and Natural Healing BR 12079 by Christopher Hobbs 3 volumes Advocates the use of herbal medicine and natural therapies for common ailments caused by stress. Describes both medical and natural treatments for common stress-related disorders such as depression, insomnia, and digestive problems. Includes an overview of major relaxing herbs. 1997. The Underground Guide to Teenage Sexuality BR 11581 by Michael J. Basso 2 volumes A recognized sex educator explains human anatomy, diseases, pregnancy, birth control, and sexuality to help young adults make educated decisions. The author encourages teens to be responsible and to accept the consequences of their actions, while stressing his conviction that abstinence is the best policy. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Viral Sex: The Nature of AIDS BR 11473 by Jaap Goudsmit 3 volumes A history of the AIDS epidemic by a leading researcher in the field. Tracing the origins of the virus from ancient times and its transfer from animals to humans in the twentieth century, the author maintains that disruptions of Africa's rain forests led to the global spread of the disease. He also speculates about the possible development of a vaccine against AIDS. 1997. What to Eat If You Have Cancer: A Guide to Adding Nutritional Therapy to Your Treatment Plan BR 12257 by Maureen Keane and Daniella Chace 3 volumes Nutritional advice and therapy to aid in denying cancer the food elements it needs to grow. Discusses various cancer treatments and how to strengthen the body against disease. Includes different diet plans and resources. 1996. When a Parent Has Cancer: A Guide to Caring for Your Children BR 11633 by Wendy Schlessel Harpham 2 volumes The author, a physician and mother, describes her experiences raising her children while battling lymphatic cancer and gives advice to others facing the same situation. She includes a story, "Becky and the Worry Cup," that she wrote to help her daughter cope with the illness. 1997. Women and Cancer: A Thorough and Compassionate Resource for Patients and Their Families BR 12437 by Carolyn D. Runowicz and others 2 volumes A general overview published by the American Cancer Society to guide patients through issues. Provides information on the female organs where cancer most frequently develops: the breast, cervix, uterus, and ovaries. Discusses appropriate treatments such as surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy, and their possible side effects. 1999. Music Blowing on the Changes: The Art of the Jazz Horn Players BR 11876 by Leslie Gourse 2 volumes Discusses the development of jazz from the 1900s to the 1990s. Gourse relates the story of Louis "Pops" Armstrong's rise to fame and his influence on the world of jazz. She also covers many other well-known horn players, including Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, and Wynton Marsalis. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Blues Legacies and Black Feminism: Gertrude "Ma" Rainey, Bessie Smith, and Billie Holiday BR 11800 by Angela Y. Davis 5 volumes A feminist interpretation of the lives and lyrics of three African American blues musicians of the 1930s. Also includes the complete lyrics of some of Ma Rainey's and Bessie Smith's songs. 1998. Charles Ives: A Life with Music BR 11059 by Jan Swafford 7 volumes Portrait of an innovative composer and insurance executive whose work affected the course of twentieth-century classical music. Recounts his youth and early influences that shaped his life and music. Traces his career as a radical composer up to the gradual acceptance of his music in the concert hall after World War II. 1996. First Intermissions: Twenty-One Great Operas Explored, Explained, and Brought to Life from the Met BR 11664 by M. Owen Lee 2 volumes Based on commentaries originally presented during the first intermissions of Saturday afternoon Metropolitan Opera broadcasts. Father Lee, a professor of classics, analyzes and interprets works by Mozart, Verdi, Wagner, Puccini, and Strauss. 1995. It's Only Rock 'n' Roll: The Ultimate Guide to the Rolling Stones BR 11819 by James Karnbach and Carol Bernson 8 volumes The history of the English band presented as a chronology. The longest chapter is a complete listing of the group's tours and concerts from 1962 to 1998. Contains a sessionography and a discography of releases for the U.S. and the U.K. Ends with a section on bootlegs. 1997. Making People's Music: Moe Asch and Folkways Records BR 11727 by Peter D. Goldsmith 5 volumes The story of Asch's founding of Folkways Records and an account of his life from his birth in Poland in 1905 to his death in America in 1986. Describes how his recording studio helped preserve musical and oral traditions from the United States and other countries. 1998. Music, the Brain, and Ecstasy: How Music Captures Our Imagination BR 11504 by Robert Jourdain 4 volumes Using science, psychology, and philosophy, the author explains the evolution of sound in humans and the meaning of music. Uses historical anecdotes and different examples of common musical themes to explain the way music gives pleasure. 1997. Music Was Not Enough BR 11365 by Bob Wilber 3 volumes Bob Wilber writes of his up-and-down career as a jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, and arranger. Although he achieved fame early as a bandleader and student of Sidney Bechet in the 1940s, he spent many years in obscurity. Wilbur's reminiscences about his life with the greats of jazz from Dixieland to swing covers nearly forty years. 1987. Ray Charles: Voice of Soul BR 11750 by David Ritz 1 volume Biography of musical genius Ray Charles, who was left sightless by glaucoma as a child. While a student at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, Charles learned to read and write music in braille. Describes his personal and professional struggles, including drug addiction, as well as his triumphs. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1994. Seeing with Music: The Lives of Three Blind African Musicians BR 12061 by Simon Ottenberg 2 volumes An anthropologist's study of three performers' life experiences as sightless, unmarried, poor men in northern Sierra Leone. Describes their relationship to their music as individuals and as a group. Includes some of their lyrics. 1996. Unfinished Journey: Twenty Years Later BR 11253 by Yehudi Menuhin 5 volumes Originally published in 1976, this revised edition adds four new chapters, extending the author's memoir to age eighty. A world-renowned violinist, Menuhin offers his views on a wide range of topics, revealing his lifelong interest in musical and humanitarian pursuits. 1996. Nature and the Environment Ecoviews: Snakes, Snails, and Environmental Tales BR 12310 by Whit Gibbons and Anne R. Gibbons 2 volumes Vignettes about the ecology of animals, plants, and habitats demonstrate the wealth of biodiversity on Earth. Discusses wasps, turtles, ants, snakes, and other species encountered by an ecologist doing fieldwork in Australia and North America. Presents natural history facts in the context of environmental issues. 1998. From the Field: A Collection of Writings from National Geographic BR 11429 edited by Charles McCarry 5 volumes Seventy-five articles selected from the popular magazine's 109-year existence. Although heavily illustrated, the periodical contains scholarly articles about the planet and its people. Contributors include Theodore Roosevelt, Charles Lindberg, Maya Angelou, Tad Szulc, and Shelby Foote. 1997. Rainforests BR 11907 edited by Charles P. Cozic 2 volumes Argues that the depletion of the world's tropical rainforests has caused irreversible ecological damage. Explores the loss of biodiversity, drastic climatic changes, and the uprooting of indigenous populations. Describes the debate about the severity of these problems, especially in British Columbia and the Amazon. For senior high and older readers. 1998. Return to Spirit Lake: Journey through a Lost Landscape BR 11700 by Christine Colasurdo 3 volumes More than a decade after the 1980 eruption of Washington state's Mount St. Helens, a woman returns to the site of her family's cabin on nearby Spirit Lake. While touring the area, she reminisces about the way things were in her youth and describes the radical changes in the landscape. 1997. Silent Spring BR 11887 by Rachel Carson 3 volumes The author criticizes large-scale use of chemical insecticides and weed killers, warning that such a policy jeopardizes the environment and damages wildlife. Contains an introduction by Vice President Al Gore. 1962. Philosophy An Enquiry concerning Human Understanding BR 12424 by David Hume 2 volumes Originally written in 1748, Hume's discourse explores how we come to understand and have knowledge of our world. He questions whether sensory perceptions are shaped by outside influences and whether characteristics of the mind play a significant role in how concepts such as probability, necessity, and miracles are understood. 1988. Graceful Simplicity: Toward a Philosophy and Politics of Simple Living BR 12431 by Jerome M. Segal 3 volumes Philosopher and political activist advocates a return to the simple life but stresses that government policy often intrudes. Contends that our consumer society needs to change because meeting basic human needs often requires a high level of income. Explores elements of a philosophy of simple living. 1999. An Intelligent Person's Guide to Philosophy BR 11707 by Roger Scruton 2 volumes British philosopher encourages readers to think about issues such as truth, freedom, morality, and God rather than merely studying the history of philosophy. 1996. A Passion for Wisdom: A Very Brief History of Philosophy BR 11838 by Robert C. Solomon and Kathleen M. Higgins 2 volumes Portrays the evolution of philosophical ideas and trends from ancient times to postmodern thinking, which arose after World War II. Traces the development of key ideologies and movements, explaining their meanings, relationships, and historical significance. 1997. A Young Person's Guide to Philosophy: "I Think, Therefore I Am" BR 12299 by Jeremy Weate 1 volume Introduction to the history of Western philosophers beginning with Greeks such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle and concluding with twentieth-century intellectuals, including Sartre and de Beauvoir. The second section briefly discusses some of the important schools of philosophy. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Poetry April Twilights (1903): Poems BR 11388 by Willa Cather 1 volume Originally published in 1903, this volume of poetry is renowned novelist Willa Cather's first book. These thirty-seven poems contain some lines that became well known, such as "I sought the wood in winter/When every leaf was dead" and "Grandmother, think not I forget . . ." Many poems reflect Cather's interest in nature. This edition contains an introduction by Bernice Slote. 1968. Asphodel, That Greeny Flower and Other Love Poems BR 12208 by William Carlos Williams 1 volume Selection of twelve love poems written by the American poet between 1930 and 1962. The title piece, addressed to his wife, Floss, seeks a love that will outlast mortal death. An introduction by Herbert Leibowitz provides biographical and literary context. 1994. Black Zodiac BR 11995 by Charles Wright 1 volume An anthology of twenty poems examining man's place in the universe. In the title piece, Wright interweaves memories with descriptions of the physical world searching for meaning. 1998 Winner of the National Book Critics Circle and the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. 1997. Committed to Memory: Hundred Best Poems to Memorize BR 11522 edited by John Hollander 1 volume Hollander and an eleven-member advisory committee selected favorite poems for memorization or, at least, careful reading. The poems--generally short, rhythmic, and with intense imagery--are categorized as sonnets, songs, counsels, tales, and meditations. They include works by poets ranging from Shakespeare to Yeats to Frost. 1996. The Complete Poems of Michelangelo BR 12250 by Michelangelo Buonarroti 2 volumes Three hundred poems--sonnets and madrigals--about love express mostly its torments and the personal feelings of the Renaissance Italian artist. Arranged chronologically as far as possible. Preface and notes by the poet and translator John Frederick Nims. 1998. Desire BR 11592 by Frank Bidart 1 volume A collection of poems in two parts: thirteen short poems, many revealing the poet's grief and loss after the death of his lover; and one long poem, "The Second Hour of the Night," based on Ovid's story of Myrrha. 1997. Earth-Shattering Poems BR 11661 edited by Liz Rosenberg 1 volume An international selection of more than forty poets presented in chronological order. Includes Sappho of ancient Greece, Charles Baudelaire of France, Pablo Neruda of Chile, and J.E. Wei of Taiwan. The editor chose poems that "shook" her. For junior and senior high readers. 1998. Effort at Speech: New and Selected Poems BR 11533 by William Meredith 2 volumes Meredith presents selections from his eight previously published collections, spanning 1944 to 1987, and twelve new poems. Michael Collier explains in the introduction that the title Effort at Speech is more than apt because in 1983 a stroke left Meredith with expressive aphasia--a struggle for speech. National Book Award. 1997. The Errancy BR 11748 by Jorie Graham 1 volume These thirty-eight poems by the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet offer a meditation on the sexual, political, and spiritual aspects of desire. 1997. The Essential Rumi BR 11506 translated by Coleman Barks 3 volumes Contemporary translation of spiritual poetry by the Sufi mystic Jelaluddin Rumi (1207-1273). These poems were created during Rumi's work with a dervish learning community that was "exploring the mystery of union with the divine." Some descriptions of sex. 1995. From the Devotions: Poems BR 12199 by Carl Phillips 1 volume Series of twenty-seven poems divided into three sections: "The Living," "Gods Various," and "The Veil Between." Explores the theme of desire and the search for transcendence. 1998. The Gift of Tongues: Twenty-Five Years of Poetry from Copper Canyon Press BR 11465 edited by Sam Hamill 3 volumes In this anniversary anthology, editor Sam Hamill has selected nearly 300 poems by Copper Canyon Press poets. The sampling is arranged alphabetically by poet's name and includes Hayden Carruth, Carolyn Kizer, and Pablo Neruda. Hamill's introduction covers the history of the press and its "commitment to publishing poetry exclusively." 1996. How to Read a Poem: And Fall in Love with Poetry BR 12211 by Edward Hirsch 4 volumes A poet explores the nature of poetry by quoting and explaining a broad range of international poems written across many centuries. He advocates participatory poetics and encourages the reader to engage full attention and wrestle with interpretation. Contains a glossary and a reading list of works cited. 1999. I Am the Darker Brother: An Anthology of Modern Poems by African Americans BR 11710 edited by Arnold Adoff 1 volume Anthology of poems by African Americans expressing their views on heritage and race. As originally published in 1968, it included the work of thirty poets such as Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, and Richard Wright. This second edition adds works by nineteen other poets, among them Rita Dove, Nikki Giovanni, and Maya Angelou. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. Just People and Other Poems for Young Readers and Paper/Pen/Poem: A Young Writer's Way to Begin BR 11992 by Kathi Appelt 1 volume Collection of twenty-two poems describing personal reactions to objects and events such as birds, pebbles, a first kiss, and the death of a loved one. The second section provides background information on each poem with an invitation to the reader to write about suggested topics. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. The Life of Poetry BR 11738 by Muriel Rukeyser 2 volumes Discusses poetry as an exercise that can help people enhance their consciousness of the world around them. The author considers great poetry to be a transfer of energy from the poet to the reader. First published in 1949, based on lectures given between 1940 and 1948. 1996. Music Minus One BR 11686 by Jane Shore 1 volume The poet writes about her life--her Jewish childhood and adolescence in post-World War II New Jersey, the birth of her daughter, and the deaths of her parents. 1996. The New Oxford Book of Children's Verse BR 11433 edited by Neil Philip 4 volumes An anthology of some 350 children's poems by more than 200 English-language poets arranged in chronological order from the eighteenth through the twentieth centuries. For adults to share with children. 1996. The Odyssey BR 12113 by Homer 6 volumes Robert Fagles's 1996 translation of the Greek epic poem credited to Homer. Recounts Odysseus's reliance on his wit and wiliness in his encounters with Poseidon, god of oceans, and other divine and natural forces during his ten-year voyage back to Ithaca after the Trojan War. 1996. On a Voiceless Shore: Byron in Greece BR 12466 by Stephen Minta 3 volumes Retraces Byron's journeys in Greece, providing insight on how the country and its people influenced the poet. Explores his love for the Mediterranean area and his reasons for remaining in Mesolongi, where he died in April 1824. 1998. Otherwise: New and Selected Poems BR 11437 by Jane Kenyon 1 volume Kenyon made these selections to be included in her last book shortly before her death. They include twenty of her more recent poems and favorite choices from four earlier collections. She imparts a special meaning to the everyday objects and events she describes. Donald Hall, her husband, writes an afterword. 1996. Out of Silence: Selected Poems BR 12075 by Muriel Rukeyser 2 volumes Selections from previously published collections spanning the years from 1935 to 1978. The editors chose pieces representative of Rukeyser's complete body of work; many celebrate "the strengths and vision of women." 1992. Poems New and Collected, 1957-1997 BR 12119 by Wislawa Szymborska 2 volumes The life's work of the Polish winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. One hundred poems were previously published in View with a Grain of Sand (RC 43576), while sixty-four are new translations. Also contains Szymborska's Nobel lecture presented in 1996. 1998. Report from Part One BR 11948 by Gwendolyn Brooks 2 volumes Autobiographical writings and interviews with the poet laureate born in 1917. Contains a brief account of her childhood, marriage, family, and career. Describes her increasing awareness of her racial heritage and her role as an African American poet. Includes an appendix of personal entries entitled "Collage." 1972. Report from Part Two BR 12082 by Gwendolyn Brooks 1 volume A selection of essays and poems about events, people, and travel that were important to Brooks. In "Keziah," she pays loving tribute to her mother. These writings are a continuation of themes found in Report from Part One (BR 11948). 1996. Selected Poems, 1960-1990 BR 11511 by Maxine Kumin 2 volumes The 1973 Pulitzer Prize winner presents pieces from nine volumes spanning thirty years. Her poems speak of nature, animals, and people both dead and alive. Kumin also broaches topics of the soul and religion. 1997. Thieves of Paradise BR 12370 by Yusef Komunyakaa 1 volume Collection of more than sixty works by a prize-winning American poet. The section "Debriefing Ghosts" is a series of prose poems about the aftermath of military service in Vietnam. Other selections reflect the writer's broad range of interests, including jazz and the blues. 1998. West Wind: Poems and Prose Poems BR 11650 by Mary Oliver 1 volume Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award presents forty pieces. In "Seven White Butterflies," "Pilot Snake," "Sand Dabs, Three," and "Black Snake This Time," among others, Oliver celebrates particular features of nature. In other selections, she ponders love and death while encouraging appreciation of the natural world. 1997. William Wordsworth: Selected Poetry BR 12169 edited by Stephen Gill and Duncan Wu 3 volumes Works of the English Romantic, including lyrical poems arranged in order of composition. Also presents portions of Wordsworth's introspective The Prelude, which was written from 1799 to 1805, and a chronology of his life. 1994. Without: Poems BR 11891 by Donald Hall 1 volume Hall recalls in poems the illness and death from leukemia of his wife, the well-known poet Jane Kenyon. He details their emotions during her struggle at forty-six to stay alive. The last section expresses his grief from missing her. 1998. Women in Praise of the Sacred: Forty-Three Centuries of Spiritual Poetry by Women BR 12066 edited by Jane Hirshfield 2 volumes Anthology of poetry, song, and prayer--a record of intimacy with the sacred--by women of various cultures and traditions. Arranged in chronological order by writer; biographical sketches precede the selections. 1994. Wooroloo BR 12103 by Frieda Hughes 1 volume The daughter of poets Ted Hughes and Sylvia Plath expresses herself in forty-six poems. Describes Australian landscapes, animals dead and alive, feelings about incidents in her personal life, and women's issues. 1998. A Working Girl Can't Win and Other Poems BR 11862 by Deborah Garrison 1 volume Twenty-eight poems expressing a young woman's views on the office world and its male inhabitants, and revealing her private thoughts and fantasies. Many of these pieces first appeared in the New Yorker, where Garrison is a senior editor. Some strong language. 1998. Psychology and Self-Help Finding Our Way: The Teen Girls' Survival Guide BR 11434 by Allison Abner and Linda Villarosa 4 volumes Advice for teenaged girls on such issues as learning to like and care for their changing bodies, being sexually responsible, and coping with and enjoying family members and friends. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. I'm Not as Old as I Used to Be: Reclaiming Your Life in the Second Half BR 11873 by Frances Weaver 1 volume The seniors editor on NBC's Today Show encourages older citizens to be active and to enjoy developing themselves to the fullest. She describes how she struggled with the shock of becoming a widow and with alcoholism before making a new life for herself. 1997. Imperfect Control: Our Lifelong Struggles with Power and Surrender BR 11673 by Judith Viorst 4 volumes Discusses issues of control that permeate nearly all facets of human existence. In ten chapters covering different phases of life from birth to death, Viorst examines situations to determine what is uncontrollable and when to exert choice. Topics include self-possession, sex, couples, parenthood, and the workplace. Some strong language. 1998. Mars and Venus Starting Over: A Practical Guide for Finding Love Again after a Painful Breakup, Divorce, or the Loss of a Loved One BR 11781 by John Gray 2 volumes The author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus (BR 9230) offers suggestions on opening one's self to love after the death of a mate or after a divorce. Describes the healing process common to both men and women. Explains the differences in the ways males and females resolve loss. Bestseller 1998. Mending the Torn Fabric: For Those Who Grieve and Those Who Want to Help Them BR 12170 by Sarah Brabant 2 volumes Describes the process of healing the pain associated with the death of a loved one. Presents guidelines to build self-resourcefulness, inner strength, and an emotional cure. Provides a bibliography, resources for those grieving, suggested readings and videos, and a plan for volunteers who want to help the bereaved. 1996. Napoleon Hill's Keys to Positive Thinking: Ten Steps to Health, Wealth, and Success BR 11769 by Napoleon Hill and Michael J. Ritt 1 volume Argues that achieving a positive mental attitude is possible through practice. Presents a ten-step formula with practical advice and affirmations by famous people. 1998. Risking BR 11983 by David Viscott 2 volumes A psychiatrist underscores the need to take risks in order to grow and change in all areas of life. He demonstrates why people should make choices and decisions based on their own goals rather than the desires of others. 1977. The Scared Child: Helping Kids Overcome Traumatic Events BR 11618 by Barbara Brooks and Paula M.~Siegel 2 volumes Describes types of trauma--injury, illness, physical or sexual abuse, parental divorce, and the death of a friend or relative, as well as natural disasters and "trauma by proxy." Assesses the likely effects on children. Explains how to recognize symptoms, debrief the child, and help in the processes of coping and recovery. 1996. Sigmund Freud: Explorer of the Unconscious BR 11643 by Margaret Muckenhoupt 2 volumes A biography of Sigmund Freud, the creator of psychoanalysis, with details of his controversial theories about the human mind. Includes some criticism of his ideas, especially about women. Describes his work in the context of his time. For senior high and older readers. 1997. A Simple Program: A Contemporary Translation of the Book Alcoholics Anonymous BR 11968 by J 2 volumes This revision of Alcoholics Anonymous, first published in 1939, uses modern language without gender or relationship assumptions. Explains alcoholism and AA's twelve-step method of recovery. In AA tradition, the author remains anonymous. 1996. Sybil BR 11940 by Flora Rheta Schreiber 4 volumes In an account of the first psychoanalysis of a person with multiple personality disorder, the author relates the eleven-year treatment of Sybil Dorsett (a pseudonym), who unknowingly assumes sixteen different personalities. During her treatment, assisted with drugs and hypnosis, Sybil's illness is traced to a battered childhood tied to a schizophrenic mother and a derelict father. Violence. 1973. Taking Responsibility: Self-Reliance and the Accountable Life BR 12521 by Nathaniel Branden 2 volumes Therapist discusses the virtue of self-reliance, the value of individualism, and the practice of responsibility. Includes a thirty-week sentence-completion exercise. 1996. When a Friend Dies: A Book for Teens about Grieving and Healing BR 12333 by Marilyn E. Gootman 1 volume Advice for handling grief, anger, guilt, and depression after a friend's death. Topics are covered in a question- and-answer format. Includes quotations from teens whose friends have died, as well as from writers, philosophers, and public figures whose words can serve as guideposts. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. Worry: Controlling It and Using It Wisely BR 11485 by Edward M. Hallowell 3 volumes Dr. Hallowell, an expert on attention deficit disorder, turns to a study on worry, in both its destructive and productive forms. Hallowell analyzes the uses and benefits of worry and discusses when to seek help if someone worries too much. Offers recommendations on how to maintain a healthy balance. 1997. You Don't Have to Be Blind to See BR 11699 by Jim Stovall 3 volumes The author, blind before the age of thirty as a result of juvenile macular degeneration, encourages others to achieve through their dreams. Using examples from his own life, Stovall suggests that people can succeed by changing the way they think. He recommends that once a path is decided, people should find mentors to help them along the way. For senior high and older readers. 1996. Religion Entering the Silence: Becoming a Monk and Writer; the Journals of Thomas Merton, Volume 2, 1941-1952 BR 11530 by Thomas Merton 6 volumes In these diaries the author tells of entering the novitiate and adjusting to the ascetic Trappist regimen. His comments reveal his early impressions of the monastery, the conflict he felt between writing and contemplation, and his embrace of prayer and solitude as a way of life. 1996. The Gospel of Thomas: The Hidden Sayings of Jesus BR 11836 translated by Marvin Meyer 1 volume An English translation of 114 wise sayings attributed to Jesus as collected in the Coptic text found near Nag Hammadi in Upper Egypt. Discusses the history of the writings. Explanatory notes follow. Includes an interpretive essay by Harold Bloom. 1992. A History of Christian Thought: From Its Judaic and Hellenistic Origins to Existentialism BR 11798 by Paul Tillich 6 volumes In this collection of lectures originally delivered at two universities, Tillich reflects on the development of theological ideas that have remained important in the twentieth century. Topics include the trinitarian controversy, Luther's doctrines, and the Enlightenment. 1968. Just like Jesus BR 12305 by Max Lucado 2 volumes The author uses analogies and scripture to lead people into behaving like Jesus in their daily lives and their relationships. Behavior changes are possible, he contends, and one can eliminate guilt, bad habits, fear, and anxiety by following Jesus' example. Includes a study guide. 1998. Learning to Love: Exploring Solitude and Freedom; the Journals of Thomas Merton, Volume 6, 1966-1967 BR 11975 by Thomas Merton 4 volumes During 1966 and 1967, Merton moves from a period of monastic routine into an intense love affair with a student nurse, then back to the quiet life of contemplation. He discusses his emergence from the experience with a deeper understanding of love and a renewed commitment to his religious vocation. 1997. Letters and Papers from Prison BR 12260 by Dietrich Bonhoeffer 4 volumes The German theologian's correspondence with his family and friend (the book editor) during his incarceration by the Nazis from 1943 until his execution in 1945. A devout Christian's account of examining his conscience and beliefs while the Nazis were in power. 1971. The Life and Times of Mother Teresa BR 11753 by Tanya Rice 1 volume Biography of the nun who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979. Covers her childhood in Albania, her decision at eighteen to become a missionary nun, and her work in India. Obeying an "inner command" to serve the poor, she founded a new order, the Missionaries of Charity. Discusses the growth of her work and her worldwide contributions. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. The Other Side of the Mountain: The End of the Journey; the Journals of Thomas Merton, Volume 7, 1967-1968 BR 11978 by Thomas Merton 4 volumes Chronicles the last two years of Merton's life, during the political and social upheaval of the Vietnam War era. He travels widely, visiting American seminaries and venturing to India, Ceylon, and Thailand--where a tragic accident ends his life in 1968. 1998. Perpetua's Passion: The Death and Memory of a Young Roman Woman BR 11867 by Joyce E. Salisbury 3 volumes An account of religious martyrdom in the Roman Empire, based on the diary of Perpetua, a young Christian convert who died for her faith. Describes her arrest, trial, and violent execution in the public arena. Discusses the impact of her passion on the emerging Christian community. Violence. 1997. The Presence of Absence: On Prayers and an Epiphany BR 12126 by Doris Grumbach 1 volume Describes the author's long and ongoing spiritual journey "to recover a sense of the presence of God." Reflects on religious problems and on readings of Dag Hammarskj”ld, Kathleen Norris, and Thomas Kelley, among others. Discusses the qualities of prayer. 1998. Run to the Mountain: The Story of a Vocation; the Journals of Thomas Merton, Volume 1, 1939-1941 BR 11527 by Thomas Merton 5 volumes This volume of Merton's diaries recalls events as America stands on the brink of war and the author, on the threshold of a religious vocation. Entries describe the intellectual and quotidian life of the young writer and college instructor, and his spiritual journey from the secular world to monastic seclusion. 1995. The Science of God: The Convergence of Scientific and Biblical Wisdom BR 11652 by Gerald Schroeder 3 volumes Argues that modern scientific discoveries corroborate, rather than conflict with, biblical revelation. Observes, for example, that the Bible's account of the creation of the universe is consistent with Einstein's theory of relativity and with "big bang" cosmology. 1997. Turning toward the World: The Pivotal Years; the Journals of Thomas Merton, Volume 4, 1960-1963 BR 11538 by Thomas Merton 4 volumes In these diaries the monk and author recounts his years at a forest hermitage. He reflects on his growing concern with peace and civil rights issues and the proper role of the church in addressing them. The material reveals the development of the social activist that Merton would remain until his death in 1968. 1996. When the Beginning Began: Stories about God, the Creatures, and Us BR 12503 by Julius Lester 1 volume New versions of traditional Jewish creation stories. Lester's translations from the Hebrew verses in Genesis preface his stories about the world's formation, Adam and the first woman, and their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1999. Science and Technology 1001 Things Everyone Should Know about the Universe BR 11825 by William A. Gutsch 4 volumes Facts and comments about the solar system, including chapters on the sun, the moon, stars, black holes, and the search for extraterrestrial life. For senior high and older readers. 1998. 101 Things You Don't Know about Science and No One Else Does Either BR 11846 by James Trefil 3 volumes The author, an educator and National Public Radio commentator, presents short essays on scientific topics. He considers questions being researched in the 1990s such as: Is the climate getting warmer? Can humans live forever? What causes cancer? He then summarizes the progress that has been made. For senior high and older readers. 1996. Annals of the Former World BR 12297 by John McPhee 7 volumes The author combines four of his previous works, Basin and Range (RC 17090), In Suspect Terrain (RC 19430), Rising from the Plains (RC 25157), and Assembling California (RC 36170), with a fifth, Crossing the Craton, to create an epic of the Earth's formation. Pulitzer Prize. 1998. The Ascent of Science BR 11728 by Brian L. Silver 7 volumes Traces the evolution of science "as a series of ideas that changed . . . whole areas of human thought." Explores ideas and theories about motion, heat, the atom, electricity, and other natural phenomena. Avers that science has serious consequences and "has to be watched." 1998. Clone: The Road to Dolly and the Path Ahead BR 11508 by Gina Kolata 3 volumes A scientist discusses technological and ethical implications of cloning--the production of a living creature from genetic material. She describes the 1996 birth of a sheep named Dolly--allegedly the first cloned creature--as the beginning of a new scientific era, in which the question immediately arises, "should humans be cloned?" 1998. Conquering Statistics: Numbers without the Crunch BR 11492 by Jefferson Hane Weaver 2 volumes The author humorously describes the history and theory of statistics in practical terms. Explains how statistics applies to everyday life, from playing the lottery to understanding polling. Enables readers to make informed judgments on the statistical analyses reported in the news. 1997. The Dreams Our Stuff Is Made Of: How Science Fiction Conquered the World BR 12179 by Thomas M. Disch 3 volumes The author explores the influence that science fiction writing has had on American culture. He describes how the genre impacts politics, religion, and daily life, traces the evolution of this style of writing beginning with Edgar Allan Poe, and discusses well-known writers and their works. 1998. The Fossil Trail: How We Know What We Think We Know about Human Evolution BR 11663 by Ian Tattersall 3 volumes A survey of fossil and artifactual evidence that has enlightened the scientific understanding of human evolution. Traces archaeological discoveries from Darwin's time, describing their significance in supporting theories about the origins and development of humankind. 1995. The Genius of China: Three Thousand Years of Science, Discovery, and Invention BR 11982 by Robert Temple 4 volumes Reveals the Chinese origins of such "modern" inventions as paper and printing, gunpowder, and the magnetic compass. Temple's eleven topics--including astronomy, engineering, medicine, and warfare--provide historical context and show that more than half of the basic discoveries considered "Western" were developed earlier in China. 1986. Ideas in Chemistry: A History of the Science BR 11715 by David Knight 3 volumes Knight argues that even though the field of chemistry "is certainly not dead, nor is it asleep," he sees it "as having a glorious future behind it." Through a series of essays, he tracks the intellectual and institutional history in which chemistry is seen as an occult science, a mechanical science, a deductive science, and, finally, a "service science." 1992. Linus Pauling and the Chemistry of Life BR 11799 by Tom Hager 1 volume Describes the career and personal life of the chemist who won both the 1954 Nobel Prize in chemistry and the 1962 Nobel Peace Prize. The prolific researcher also taught, wrote influential college textbooks, and protested nuclear testing. He died at the age of ninety-three in 1994. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1998. The New York Times Book of Science Questions and Answers BR 11619 by C. Claiborne Ray 2 volumes Questions divided into sections on hard and soft science include such inquiries as, "Why can you see the moon in the daytime?" "How does a fabric softener sheet work?" and "Are your odds of winning the lottery better if you play the same numbers week after week or if you change the numbers week after week?" 1997. The Number Sense: How the Mind Creates Mathematics BR 11610 by Stanislas Dehaene 3 volumes The author explains how the structure of the human brain shapes mathematical abilities. Describes psychological studies of the way people understand and manipulate numbers. Reports on experiments involving animals and babies, as well as those who have suffered brain injuries. 1997. The Only Math Book You'll Ever Need BR 11659 by Stanley Kogelman and Barbara R. Heller 3 volumes A practical guide for "adults who want to deal effectively with the math in their lives." Explains mathematics for financial planning and income tax purposes, making consumer decisions, household budgeting, home projects, cooking, recreation, and more. 1994. Precursory Physical Science: The Science You Need before Taking Science in School BR 11989 by Thomas A. Boyle 2 volumes Explains fundamental concepts of physics to help readers better understand the subject. Beginning with the basic notions of length, time, and mass, the author uses operational definitions to develop more complex concepts, such as density, force, and momentum. 1997. The Science of God: The Convergence of Scientific and Biblical Wisdom BR 11652 by Gerald Schroeder 3 volumes Argues that modern scientific discoveries corroborate, rather than conflict with, biblical revelation. Observes, for example, that the Bible's account of the creation of the universe is consistent with Einstein's theory of relativity and with "big bang" cosmology. 1997. The Science of Jurassic Park and The Lost World BR 12178 by Rob DeSalle and David Lindley 2 volumes An examination of scientific theories that were explored in the popular Jurassic Park (BR 9345) and The Lost World (BR 10243). Investigates the feasibility of producing a dinosaur using samples of DNA. Reconstructs social behavior of the prehistoric creatures. For senior high and older readers. 1997. The Secret Family: Twenty-Four Hours inside the Mysterious World of Our Minds and Bodies BR 11546 by David Bodanis 2 volumes A microscopic examination of the world of a family of five, including biological processes within the human body and ingredients in everyday products. An analysis of baby food reveals pigs' feet extract and chalk dust. A teenager's kiss is described as a series of chemical reactions in the nervous system. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1997. The Telegraph: A History of Morse's Invention and Its Predecessors in the United States BR 12258 by Lewis Coe 2 volumes Traces the development of communication systems that led to Samuel F.B. Morse's invention of the telegraph. Discusses its impact on American history and society. Explains how the signals were transmitted, on what equipment, by what method, and how the system worked. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1993. This New Ocean: The Story of the First Space Age BR 12316 by William E. Burrows 10 volumes A history of flight based on three decades of research and 175 taped interviews. The first part traces human fascination with flying from the Greek era to the space race between the Russians and the Americans. The second focuses on events since 1964 and the future of space programs. 1998. The Universe and the Teacup: The Mathematics of Truth and Beauty BR 11865 by K.C. Cole 2 volumes Explores the use of mathematics in everyday life. Surveys numerical concepts and approaches, including statistics, probability, and risk theory. Cites examples from well-known events such as the O.J. Simpson trial and elections. 1998. Social Sciences The Alphabet versus the Goddess: The Conflict between Word and Image BR 12315 by Leonard Shlain 5 volumes A vascular surgeon poses a correlation between a society's acquisition of literacy and the development of the left- brain ("linear-thinking") hemisphere at the expense of the right. Suggests that the resulting decline in both the use of imagery and respect for women's rights has contributed to the disappearance of goddesses and priestesses from Western religion. 1998. Bingo Night at the Fire Hall: The Case for Cows, Orchards, Bake Sales, and Fairs BR 11718 by Barbara Holland 2 volumes A middle-aged professional woman abandons her Philadelphia apartment to take up residence in an inherited cabin in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. As she settles into the close-knit rural community there, she becomes aware of the harsh intrusions of the Washington, D.C., suburban culture. 1997. Consumer Rites: The Buying and Selling of American Holidays BR 11853 by Leigh Eric Schmidt 4 volumes A social study of the origin and evolution of U.S. holidays into highly commercialized events that clash with religious practices and the original intent. Includes chapters on Christmas and Easter, and covers Mother's, Father's, and St. Valentine's Days, as well as Halloween. Provides brief information on recent innovations such as Kwanzaa and Earth Day. 1995. Generation React: Activism for Beginners BR 11616 by Danny Seo 2 volumes Based on his personal experience starting Earth 2000--an animal rights and environmental science activist group--Seo presents a step-by-step manual for concerned young people to change the world. Includes tips on fundraising, changing school policy, and conducting a consumer boycott. Shares organizational skills and public relations information. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. Heroin BR 11829 by Geraldine Woods 1 volume Discusses the history and usage of the powerful narcotic drug derived from opium poppies. Explains various aspects of addiction and describes treatments used to kick the habit. For junior and senior high readers. 1994. The Other America: Poverty in the United States BR 11999 by Michael Harrington 2 volumes Originally written in 1962, the book depicts the poverty that existed in the United States at that time. The author surveys social classes and focuses on unskilled workers, the aged, and racial minorities from coast to coast. In an afterword to the 1981 edition, he analyzes subsequent events. Introduction written in 1993 by Irving Howe. 1981. Teenage Wasteland: Suburbia's Dead End Kids BR 12464 by Donna Gaines 3 volumes Sociologist probes the causes of teenage alienation with an investigation into the 1987 suicide pact of four teenagers in Bergenfield, New Jersey. Posits that the culture of a typical high school, with its social stratification and worship of athletes, works to the detriment of the majority of students and contributes to violence. Strong language. 1991. Sports and Recreation Baseball at War: World War II and the Fall of the Color Line BR 11404 by Thomas Gilbert 1 volume A history of the sport of baseball from 1940 through 1948. Includes personalities such as Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams and such events as the desegregation of the sport. For junior and senior high readers. 1997. The Best of Outside: The First Twenty Years BR 11567 by Outside Magazine Staff 5 volumes Thirty-one essays recount experiences and interactions with nature. Written by a variety of enthusiasts, the pieces depict outdoor and ecological activities. Mountain climbing, hunting, fishing, and systematically removing plastic bags from the tops of trees in New York City are a few of the topics presented. Some strong language. 1997. Golf in the Kingdom BR 11383 by Michael Murphy 2 volumes Murphy describes a phenomenal day and night in 1956 when, en route to India, he stopped off in Scotland to play a round of golf. There he met and played with golf professional Shivas Irons, who altered Murphy's perceptions, leaving him shaken and exalted. Murphy relates the Oriental transcendental ideas Irons imparted to him. Prequel to The Kingdom of Shivas Irons (BR 11384). 1972. The Kingdom of Shivas Irons BR 11384 by Michael Murphy 3 volumes In this sequel to Golf in the Kingdom (BR 11383), Murphy returns to Scotland in search of guru golfer Shivas Irons. Hoping to discover the secrets of transcendent golf and the "life to come," Murphy encounters a series of people who enlighten him in the ways of the game as well as spiritually. Bestseller 1997. When Pride Still Mattered: A Life of Vince Lombardi BR 12471 by David Maraniss 7 volumes The life and times of football giant Vince Lombardi are chronicled, including his humble beginnings in Brooklyn and his many years in school athletics, before he became head coach of the Green Bay Packers in 1959. Recalls his philosophy of winning and the influences on his life. Bestseller 1999. Travel and Adventure Cold Oceans: Adventures in Kayak, Rowboat, and Dogsled BR 12235 by Jon Turk 3 volumes The author describes four of his adventures, many of which ended up as unanticipated ordeals: kayaking to Cape Horn, rowing across the Northwest Passage, dogsledding on Baffin Island in the Canadian Arctic, and following an old migration route to Greenland. Reflects on famous explorations of the past. Some strong language. 1998. Epic: Stories of Survival from the World's Highest Peaks BR 12385 edited by Clint Willis 3 volumes Fifteen accounts of epic mountain-climbing adventures. Most are long excerpts from books about life-threatening experiences. Includes heroic achievements, disasters, and near-disasters such as "avalanches, storms, altitude sickness, falls, crevasses, blood clots, spiritual crises, broken ice picks, and homicidal military bureaucrats." 1997. From the Field: A Collection of Writings from National Geographic BR 11429 edited by Charles McCarry 5 volumes Seventy-five articles selected from the popular magazine's 109-year existence. Although heavily illustrated, the periodical contains scholarly articles about the planet and its people. Contributors include Theodore Roosevelt, Charles Lindberg, Maya Angelou, Tad Szulc, and Shelby Foote. 1997. From the Outer World BR 11330 edited by Oscar and Lilian Handlin 5 volumes Recounts the perceptions and views of non-European visitors to the United States during the twentieth century. A variety of writers, students, and diplomats give "outside" perspectives on social and economic structures and problems in America. Strong language and violence. 1997. The Night Lives On BR 11542 by Walter Lord 2 volumes In a companion volume to A Night to Remember (BR 11461), Lord revisits the tragedy of April 14, 1912, and offers an update of what happened to the Titanic and its passengers. The discovery of the hull in 1985 brought with it a renewed interest, and Lord responds to some of the questions that arose by separating facts from myths. Bestseller 1987. The Way Winter Comes: Alaska Stories BR 12162 by Sherry Simpson 1 volume A journalist examines Alaskan wildlife and wilderness in eight essays. In the title piece, she visits an archaeological site in Barrow in mid-September on the cold, first day of winter. Through descriptions and reflections, she seeks to understand Alaska as a geographic and metaphysical location. 1998. United States History American Scripture: Making the Declaration of Independence BR 11245 by Pauline Maier 4 volumes Encapsulates the story of the birth and legacy of the document that liberated America. The author discusses how reinterpretations of this historic manifesto have over time spurred new social ideals and principles in the United States. 1997. Benedict Arnold, Revolutionary Hero: An American Warrior Reconsidered BR 11576 by James Kirby Martin 7 volumes A biography of the premier turncoat of the American Revolution, Benedict Arnold. Explores Arnold's life from childhood to his successes as a military leader in the Revolution and beyond. Explains why and how Arnold decided to return his allegiance to the crown. Examines the myths surrounding Arnold's reputation. 1997. Defending the Spirit: A Black Life in America BR 12379 by Randall Robinson 3 volumes Autobiography of a political activist who grew up in the segregated south, attended Harvard law school, and helped eliminate apartheid in South Africa. In 1977 Robinson founded TransAfrica in order to influence foreign policy for the benefit of African and Caribbean nations. Describes his continuing efforts to eliminate racial barriers. 1998. The Ideological Origins of the American Revolution BR 12383 by Bernard Bailyn 4 volumes Bailyn examines pamphlets, essays, sermons, treatises, and poems published in the colonies prior to 1776 and concludes that the American Revolution was not undertaken to enforce changes in economic or social organization but was primarily an ideological, constitutional, and political struggle. A postscript discusses the contentious debate to ratify the Constitution. Pulitzer Prize for History. 1967. Inventing Wyatt Earp: His Life and Many Legends BR 12457 by Allen Barra 5 volumes The author contends that much popular material on Wyatt Earp is dubious. Drawing on his own research and that of several historians, Barra portrays Earp's life and adventures. He discusses the fight at the O.K. Corral and shows how this complex man became a symbol of the Old West. 1998. The Legacy of the Civil War BR 12296 by Robert Penn Warren 1 volume For the centennial of the Civil War's beginning, Warren reflects on the symbolic meaning of the conflict that he believes was "the great single event of our history." 1961. Revolutionary Women in the War for American Independence: A One-Volume Revised Edition of Elizabeth Ellet's 1848 Landmark Series BR 12337 edited by Lincoln Diamant 2 volumes Accounts of wartime roles of eighty-four American women. Besides portraying the women's shouldering of new responsibilities at home--sewing uniforms, preparing cartridges, and making bandages--these sketches record unsung acts of patriotism and heroism. One vignette is of Deborah Sampson Gannet, who, disguised in a soldier's uniform, fought in battles for three years. 1998. Those Wonderful, Terrible Years: George Heller and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists BR 12293 by Rita Morley Harvey 3 volumes The author interweaves the story of the artists' federation, its founders, and members with an account of the McCarthy era and its effect on radio and television. She focuses on George Heller, the glamour boy of the union movement, and his colleagues Philip Loeb, Sam Jaffe, and Albert Van Dekker. 1996. Wars And There Was Light: Autobiography of Jacques Lusseyran, Blind Hero of the French Resistance BR 11692 by Jacques Lusseyran 2 volumes Lusseyran describes his life up to the age of twenty. Blinded at seven, he was a teenager when the Nazis invaded France. After he joined the Resistance, his group was turned in by informers and imprisoned. He tells of surviving in a German concentration camp until the war's end. 1963. Once There Was a War BR 12080 by John Steinbeck 2 volumes Collection of the novelist's realistic, hard-hitting dispatches from the front lines in World War II. Depicts the humor and tragedy of war, and the fear and courage of men and women in combat. 1943. Reminiscences BR 11782 by Douglas MacArthur 6 volumes Memoirs of the twentieth-century American combat general whose fifty-year career brought him both glory and condemnation. His service spanned the administrations of eight presidents and provides a view of military history in this century. 1964. War in the Air: True Accounts of the Twentieth Century's Most Dramatic Air Battles--by the Men Who Fought Them BR 11818 edited by Stephen Coonts 3 volumes Twenty-five excerpts from accounts of aerial fighting covering World War I through the Vietnam War. Includes stories by pilots from both sides of the conflicts. Some violence. 1996. Women's Concerns The Alphabet versus the Goddess: The Conflict between Word and Image BR 12315 by Leonard Shlain 5 volumes A vascular surgeon poses a correlation between a society's acquisition of literacy and the development of the left- brain ("linear-thinking") hemisphere at the expense of the right. Suggests that the resulting decline in both the use of imagery and respect for women's rights has contributed to the disappearance of goddesses and priestesses from Western religion. 1998. Blues Legacies and Black Feminism: Gertrude "Ma" Rainey, Bessie Smith, and Billie Holiday BR 11800 by Angela Y. Davis 5 volumes A feminist interpretation of the lives and lyrics of three African American blues musicians of the 1930s. Also includes the complete lyrics of some of Ma Rainey's and Bessie Smith's songs. 1998. Hope in a Jar: The Making of America's Beauty Culture BR 11805 by Kathy Peiss 4 volumes The author explores the social history of cosmetics in America. She notes that although only wanton women wore "paint" during the early nineteenth century, there was always a women's cottage enterprise--among all races and classes--that developed products for the complexion. Gradually make-up became acceptable, and men soon took over, transforming the customs into an industry. 1998. The Nawal El Saadawi Reader BR 11649 by Nawal Saadawi 3 volumes Collection of twenty-three essays on women's issues written by an Egyptian physician and feminist between 1970 and 1996. Covers topics that affect women worldwide including gender equality in politics, economics, and health; the impact of religious fundamentalism; and how to improve conditions for women. 1997. Revolutionary Women in the War for American Independence: A One-Volume Revised Edition of Elizabeth Ellet's 1848 Landmark Series BR 12337 edited by Lincoln Diamant 2 volumes Accounts of wartime roles of eighty-four American women. Besides portraying the women's shouldering of new responsibilities at home--sewing uniforms, preparing cartridges, and making bandages--these sketches record unsung acts of patriotism and heroism. One vignette is of Deborah Sampson Gannet, who, disguised in a soldier's uniform, fought in battles for three years. 1998. Tyra's Beauty Inside and Out BR 12172 by Tyra Banks 2 volumes Supermodel offers health, relationship, and beauty tips as well as biographical information. Discusses skin and hair care, makeup techniques, and daily beauty regimens geared for a healthy lifestyle. For senior high and older readers. 1998. Wounds of Passion: A Writing Life BR 11998 by bell hooks 2 volumes In this sequel to Bone Black: Memories of Girlhood (BR 10958), noted African American feminist bell hooks recalls her early life, struggling to write and to earn a doctorate. She recalls her long and intense relationship with a fellow author and her decision finally to leave him. Strong language and descriptions of sex. 1997. World History Athens: A Portrait of the City in Its Golden Age BR 12190 by Christian Meier 6 volumes Examines classical Athens from its victory over the Persians at Marathon in 490 B.C. through the death of Socrates four generations later. Describes the metropolis, at the height of its political and military power, as the source of the development of Western democracy, philosophy, natural science, and literary and fine arts. 1993. The Autobiography of a Tibetan Monk BR 11736 by Gyatso Palden 2 volumes Memoir of a Tibetan born in 1933 who became a Buddhist monk at age ten. His peaceful life ended in 1950, when the Chinese invaded Tibet. Describes his arrest with other monks at Gadong monastery in 1959 and the starvation, torture, and reeducation sessions during his thirty years in prison. After his release, he escaped to India to inform the Dalai Lama and the world of Chinese abuse of Tibetan prisoners. 1997. Early Modern Europe: An Oxford History BR 12418 edited by Euan Cameron 5 volumes Collection of essays on a period of time from the end of the Middle Ages (around 1500) to the beginning of the nineteenth century. These chronologically arranged articles by American and British historians discuss cultural, religious, and political trends. 1999. Faith and Treason: The Story of the Gunpowder Plot BR 11436 by Antonia Fraser 4 volumes An account of a plot in 1605 to blow up England's House of Parliament in reaction to the government's oppression of Catholics. Recounts the hatching of the conspiracy, its discovery and failure, and the aftermath. Discusses the event in the context of modern-day terrorism. Violence. 1996. The First Moderns: Profiles in the Origins of Twentieth-Century Thought BR 11603 by William R. Everdell 6 volumes An overview of the intellectual forces that precipitated modernism, when a new "world view...gave rise to speed, industry, [and] world markets." Surveys key thinkers in academia, science, and the arts, describing their role in helping to usher in the modern era between 1870 and 1914. 1997. The Genius of China: Three Thousand Years of Science, Discovery, and Invention BR 11982 by Robert Temple 4 volumes Reveals the Chinese origins of such "modern" inventions as paper and printing, gunpowder, and the magnetic compass. Temple's eleven topics--including astronomy, engineering, medicine, and warfare--provide historical context and show that more than half of the basic discoveries considered "Western" were developed earlier in China. 1986. The Handbook of the Former Soviet Union BR 11644 by Michael G. Kort 2 volumes A history and description of the fifteen nations that arose out of the former Soviet Union, including Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, and the states of the Baltic, Transcaucasus, and Central Asian regions. Includes a chronology of the post-Soviet era and a brief encyclopedia describing major leaders and geographic features. For senior high and older readers. 1997. Hostile Waters BR 12120 by Peter Huchthausen and others 3 volumes Details the sinking of a Soviet missile submarine, the K- 219, off the east coast of the United States in 1986. Chronicles events on the nuclear-powered vessel as it was patrolling near land in the Atlantic Ocean and an accident on board nearly caused a reactor explosion and the release of deadly radiation. 1997. In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great: A Journey from Greece to Asia BR 11570 by Michael Wood 2 volumes An account of Alexander the Great's ten-year, twenty-two- thousand-mile expedition, which began in 334 B.C., and his conquest of most of the known world. Retraces the path of his arduous march, recounting historic events and assessing the legendary hero's deep and lasting impact. 1997. The Life and Times of Fidel Castro BR 11752 by Esther Selsdon 1 volume Provides a brief overview of the Cuban leader from his birth in 1926 until the mid-1980s. Focuses on his role as political revolutionary. For junior and senior high readers. 1995. Noah's Flood: The New Scientific Discoveries about the Event That Changed History BR 12509 by William Ryan and Walter Pitman 3 volumes Two geophysicists present the results of years of international research that sought historical data from the mid-sixth millennium B.C. to confirm biblical and mythical accounts of a great flood. They explore linguistic, archaeological, and other evidence of an inundation around the Black Sea and hypothesize that a diaspora followed. 1998. The Road to Kosovo: A Balkan Diary BR 12474 by Greg Campbell 3 volumes A reporter describes his solo sojourn into Kosovo in 1998 just when the Kosovo Liberation Army was becoming known in the West. Campbell had been to Bosnia in 1996 and wanted to ascertain the success or failure of the Dayton Accords. 1999. Under the Black Flag: The Romance and the Reality of Life among the Pirates BR 12465 by David Cordingly 3 volumes Dispels the romantic fantasy about swashbuckling pirates and exposes them as brutal, violent criminals. Highlights their daily lives, the major ports where they thrived, the pets commonly kept, and the eventual demise of their class by government sanction. Includes notorious women and infamous buccaneers. 1995.