Books listed in this issue of Braille Book Review were recently sent to cooperating libraries. The complete collection contains books by many authors on fiction and nonfiction subjects, including biographies, classics, gothics, mysteries, romances, and others. Contact your cooperating library to learn more about the wide range of books available in the collection.
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Methods of Logic, Fourth Edition BR 9822
by W.V. Quine
4 volumes
A professor of philosophy states that it is his intention to
"convey a precise understanding of the formal concepts of modern
logic and to develop convenient techniques of formal reasoning."
Quine's approach is to resort to novel techniques on occasion.
But he uses scientific methods to arrive at his conclusions,
which are, in this case, logical truths. He stresses the
importance of implication in the development of one's powers of
deduction. 1982.
Uncommon Ground: Archaeology and Early African America,
1650-1800 BR 10141
by Leland Ferguson
2 volumes
The author discusses the development of African American
archaeology as a new field for unearthing the obscured culture
of black slaves. Ferguson focuses on South Carolina with its
early black majority and its excavated low country sites to show
the complex social structure of the American plantation. He also
discusses perceived academic racism as a barrier to the field.
1992.
Julius Caesar BR 10164
by William Shakespeare
3 volumes
Caesar's dearest friend, Marcus Brutus, is convinced that it is
his patriotic duty to participate in the assassination of his
megalomaniacal ruler. A historical drama, which can be
interpreted on many levels, by the seventeenth-century English
playwright. 1623.
Antony and Cleopatra BR 10166
by William Shakespeare
5 volumes
Early seventeenth-century historical tragedy about the love
between a Roman soldier-prince and an Egyptian queen. Mark
Antony provokes Cleopatra with his marriage to Octavia, the
sister of his rival, Octavius Caesar. When the marriage and the
political alliance break down, Antony returns to Egypt. In the
ensuing battle, Antony suffers the loss of his military power,
the respect of friends and followers, love, and even an
honorable death. 1990.
Solve Your Child's Math Problems: Quick and Easy Lessons for
Parents BR 10179
by Patricia D. Nordstrom
4 volumes
Math homework manual for parents of children in grades five
through eight. Nordstrom introduces the skills emphasized in the
1990s, refreshes parents' memories by making connections with
the math they learned, and teaches skills that may have been
forgotten. Each chapter includes sample problems and how-to
guides. Also includes a glossary and a collection of charts,
tables, and shortcut strategies. 1994.
Measure for Measure: A Musical History of Science BR
10193
by Thomas Levenson
3 volumes
Account of how scientific thinking has been closely connected to
music since the time of the ancient Greek Pythagoras, who
discovered a relationship between mathematics, numbers, and
sound. Levenson explores the parallel development of certain
scientific and musical instruments. 1994.
Being Digital BR 10195
by Nicholas Negroponte
2 volumes
Negroponte explains the digital revolution by combining his
knowledge of information technology, a style of writing that has
made his column in Wired one of the magazine's most
popular features, and his ability to envision possibilities for
a future considerably changed by computers. 1995.
Susan B. Anthony Slept Here: A Guide to American Women's
Landmarks BR 10286
by Lynn Sherr and Jurate Kazickas
9 volumes
Lists two thousand sites that reveal the broad range of
contributions made by American women. Arranged by state and
city, the citations include a brief history of each woman,
place, or achievement. Molly Pitcher fought with bravery in New
Jersey. Julia Morgan designed the Hearst Castle. The "Hawaiian
riding dress" freed women from riding only sidesaddle. 1976.
What to Expect When You're Expecting BR 10288
by Arlene and others Eisenberg
7 volumes
In this expanded edition the authors detail the physical and
emotional symptoms and medical tests and procedures pregnant
women (including those with chronic conditions) are likely to
experience before, during, and after pregnancy. The importance
of avoiding harmful ingested or environmental substances is
stressed and a Best-Odds Diet emphasizes the nutrients necessary
for fetal health. Bestseller 1991.
The Aeneid BR 10294
by Virgil
5 volumes
Roman epic based on the legend of Aeneas, the Trojan prince
whose descendants were supposed to have founded Rome. Traces the
ancestry of Julius Caesar to the gods, and makes the greatness
of Rome the subject of divine intervention and prophecy. 1992.
Employee Benefits: Plain and Simple; the Complete
Step-by-Step Guide to Your Benefits Plan BR 10296
by James M. Jenks and Brian L.P. Zevnik
3 volumes
The authors' suggestions for managing your employee benefits are
to gain a foundation of knowledge on the subject, become
familiar with every detail of your current employer's plans,
sort through the options, and seize the opportunities that make
sense to you. They discuss family benefits, retirement pensions,
health benefits, legal rights, and more. 1993.
Seven Plays BR 10301
by Sam Shepard
3 volumes
Contains Shepard's 1979 Pulitzer Prize winner Buried
Child; his first full-length play, La Turista; the
rock drama The Tooth of Crime; True West; Curse
of the Starving Class; and two plays Shepard wrote with
Joseph Chaikin, Tongues and Savage/Love. The
American playwright focuses on familiar aspects of modern
everyday life, sometimes redefining theatrical elements or
adding musical accompaniment. Strong language. 1981.
Never Throw Out a Banana Again: And 364 Other Ways to Save
Money at Home without Knocking Yourself Out BR 10313
by Darcie Sanders and Martha M. Bullen
2 volumes
Simple, sensible ways to trim dollars off your family budget by
saving pennies. Suggestions cover the kitchen, family room,
nursery, closets, backyard, garage, stores, and bank. Some
hints: don't take the kids grocery shopping, keep a sponge in
the fruit and vegetable drawer to absorb moisture, and use the
library. 1995.
Ken Hom's Chinese Kitchen: With a Consumer's Guide to
Essential Ingredients BR 10317
by Ken Hom
3 volumes
Recipes for soups, fish and shellfish, poultry, meats, eggs,
vegetables, and rice and noodles, with a guide to ingredients
used in Chinese and other Asian cooking. The listing for each
ingredient includes a description and shopping and storage
hints. 1994.
Say Yes to Tomorrow BR 10323
by Dale Evans Rogers and Floyd W. Thatcher
1 volume
The author says that sometimes in today's world it is hard to
say "yes" to God when so many bad things are happening. Rogers
uses personal anecdotes and biblical tales to show how to look
past the bad and to recognize the good that God gives every day
in his gifts of joy, laughter, prayer, friendship, risk and
difficulty, faith, hope, and love. 1993.
The Last Three Minutes: Conjectures about the Ultimate Fate
of the Universe BR 10325
by Paul Davies
2 volumes
A physicist takes a light-hearted, yet grim, look at doomsday.
As Davies speculates about the ultimate destiny of the universe,
he conjures up various scenarios concerning nuclear consumption,
the big-bang theory, cosmic catastrophe, and, of course, the
fate of human beings. 1994.
Equal Partners: A Physician's Call for a New Spirit of
Medicine BR 10336
by Jody Heymann
2 volumes
A week after she graduated from Harvard Medical School, the
author bled into her brain and had a seizure. She describes the
following year and a half during which she was both a doctor and
a patient. Her experience led to her belief that doctors are
ignorant of too many aspects of illness and patients' lives to
work alone. They need their patients as equal partners. 1995.
Bulfinch's Mythology: The Age of Fable BR 10347
by Thomas Bulfinch
4 volumes
A reprinting of the 1855 classic with a foreword by professor
Norma Lorre Goodrich. Harvard-educated Bulfinch, a successful
businessman, set out to counter common ignorance of mythology by
presenting the stories as a "source of amusement." He details
Greek and Roman legends from Prometheus to Aeneas and touches on
the stories of Thor, the Druids, and others. 1995.
Making Hay BR 10372
edited by Kenneth Jernigan
1 volume
In the title essay in this Kernel Book collection, National
Federation of the Blind spokesperson Kenneth Jernigan tells of
wanting to make hay during the summer as a young man. When he
was turned down, Jernigan made and sold tables at a much higher
rate of pay, proving there are many ways to "make hay." Other
essays show that when blind people are given the right
opportunities, blindness is reduced to the level of a physical
nuisance. 1993.
The Chicken Soup Book: Old and New Recipes from around the
World BR 10414
by Janet Hazen
1 volume
A bowl of steaming hot chicken soup has been used as a cure for
the common cold as well as an antidote for depression, bad
report cards, political unrest, and upset stomachs. Hazen
provides guidelines for selecting, storing, and cooking chicken
and for preparing both heavy and light stocks. Her recipes,
which highlight the use of unique spices and herbs, include
instructions for making "Jewish penicillin." 1994.
Who Are the Blind Who Lead the Blind BR 10426
by National Federation of the Blind
1 volume
The National Federation of the Blind is a "civil rights
movement" that has grown since it was established in 1940.
Biographical sketches of some of its current leaders are
provided to illustrate their "qualifications to understand and
solve the problems of blindness." 1995.
Never Alone: A Personal Way to God BR 10431
by Joseph F. Girzone
1 volume
Retired Catholic priest and author of the Joshua series, Girzone
stresses understanding what Jesus believed and emulating how he
lived. He portrays Jesus as a happy person, free from the grip
of material things, unhealthy attachments to people, obsessive
hang-ups, or neurotic needs. To cultivate a relationship with
Jesus, Girzone prescribes a "detached kind of prayer" rather
than a demand for immediate response. 1994.
China Today: How Population Control, Human Rights, Government
Repression, Hong Kong, and Democratic Reform Affect Life in
China and Will Shape World Events into the New Century BR
10433
by Donald and Constance Shanor
3 volumes
The journalism professor and his wife, who lived in China in the
1984-1985 academic year and visited in 1987 and 1993, offer a
general report of historical and 1980s events. They rely on
academic and official sources and express optimism about China.
1995.
Democracy on Trial BR 10435
by Jean Bethke Elshtain
2 volumes
Essays first presented as part of the 1993 Massey Lectures by
the University of Chicago ethics professor. A scholarly analysis
of the 1990s threats to the U.S. democratic system and
suggestions for preserving it. Elshtain calls for an end to
divisiveness and win-lose politics. She advocates thoughtful
disagreement and cooperative engagement. 1995.
The World under My Fingers: Personal Reflections on Braille
BR 10436
edited by Barbara Pierce
1 volume
Aimed at convincing parents of children with low vision to
expose them to braille. Firsthand accounts of people who have
either depended on braille all of their lives or who were denied
braille instruction and "have paid the price of that neglect for
years." A contributor explains that reading print is like
listening to a distant radio station with static, while reading
braille is like sitting in a symphony hall. 1995.
Stick a Geranium in Your Hat and Be Happy! BR 10464
by Barbara Johnson
1 volume
Collection of five short essays regarding a person's
relationship with God. Within each essay are sayings upon which
the article hinges. Johnson's adages include "Laughter is the
sun that drives winter from the human face" and "If there is no
control, there is no responsibility." 1993.
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