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Nonfiction, April 2009
- Aslan, Reza
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How does America win a Cosmic War — the war against Jihadism? By refusing to fight in one, according to Aslan, who maintains that the Jihadists have no earthly agenda because they are fighting a theological war.
- Bardach, Ann Louise
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One of the leading authorities on Cuba reflects on Fidel Castro's departure from the world stage and its implications for Cuba, America and beyond.
- Barker, Bob
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Television icon Barker, beloved by millions for his charisma and charm, shares his life — both in front of the camera and behind the scenes.
- Bentley, Peter J.
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An esteemed scientist takes readers on an informative and amusing tour through the least lucky, most accident-prone day of their lives. From sleeping through the alarm clock to getting caught in the rain, Bentley brilliantly explores disaster and mishap on a molecular level.
- Carroll, James
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From a National Book Award-winning and bestselling author comes one man's examination and explanation of why he is still a practicing Catholic — set against the history of the Church in America and the sometimes glorious, sometimes discouraging actions of its leaders.
- Cullen, David
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Ten years in the making and a masterpiece of reportage, Columbine is an award-winning journalist's definitive account of one of the most shocking massacres in American history.
- Fox, Michael J
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The beloved actor writes about the personal philosophy that carried him through his darkest hours, and speaks with others who have emerged from difficult periods with optimism to spare.
- Gifford, Kathie
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From the bestselling author of I Can't Believe I Said That comes a funny and personal collection of essays on everything from professional run-ins with celebrities to aging gracefully.
- Grodin, Charles
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In his candid and engaging new book, successful actor, author and activist Grodin looks back at the major events and private moments that have shaped his life.
- Heinrich, Bernd
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From the bestselling author of Winter World comes this accessible and eloquent illumination of animal survival during the summer season.
- Horner, Jack
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A world-renowned paleontologist teams up with a New York Times science writer to reveal a new science that trumps science fiction: how humans can re-create a dinosaur.
- Isaacson, Rupert
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After his son Rowan is diagnosed with autism, Isaacson, a lifelong horseman, takes Rowan to Mongolia, the one place in the world where horses and shamanic healing intersect. This is the dramatic and heartwarming story of that impossible adventure.
- Koval, Robin
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Written in the same fresh, engaging narrative as The Power of Nice, this sequel looks at the small acts that can have a big impact on one's career, life and the lives of those who matter most.
- Maathai, Wangari
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The 2004 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and founder of the Green Belt Movement offers a refreshingly unique perspective on the challenge facing Africa, even as she calls for a moral revolution among Africans themselves.
- Melucci, Giulia
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From failure to fusilli, this deliciously hilarious read tells the story of Melucci's fizzled romances and the mouthwatering recipes she used to seduce her men, smooth over the lumps and console herself when the relationships flamed out.
- Osmond, Marie
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A beloved entertainer and American icon imparts on surviving all of life's roadblocks and detours in a collection of friendly musings and heartening advice about learning to survive — and moving forward — with humor and optimism.
- Pipher, Mary
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In this thoughtful and inspiring memoir, the author of Reviving Ophelia and The Shelter of Each Other explores her personal search for understanding, tranquility and respect through her work as a psychologist and seeker.
- Rich, Adrienne
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One of America's most distinguished poets explores the complex relationship between art and social justice.
- Rudd, Mark
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For the first time, the leader of the Columbia University student uprising of 1968 and fugitive member of the notorious Weather Underground tells his compelling and engrossing story.
- Schoultz, Lars
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Using a rich array of documents and firsthand interviews with U.S. and Cuban officials, Schoultz relates the attempts and failures of ten U.S. administrations to end the Cuban Revolution and points to fresh prospects as a new century of U.S.-Cuban relations begins.
- Spratt, David
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Revealing extensive scientific evidence that the global warming crisis is far worse than officially indicated, this meticulously documented call-to-action argues that the planet is almost at the point of no return.
- Stern, Remy
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Journalist Stern takes readers on a lively behind-the-scenes look at the $100 billion industry of infomercials that acts as a fun-house mirror reflection of modern American society.
- Taylor, Jay
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Drawing heavily on Chinese sources, The Generalissimo reveals fascinating aspects of Chiang Kai-shek's life. Taylor provides penetrating insight into the dynamics of the past that lie behind the struggle for modernity of mainland China and its relationship with Taiwan.
- Wells, Jeff
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All My Patients Have Tales is a heartwarming and funny collection of stories by a dedicated veterinarian featuring wild horses, porcupine-quill-covered dogs, male cats in labor, an extremely ornery pygmy donkey, an enormous hog, as well as many other domestic and not so "domestic" animals.
- Wright, Evan
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The author of Generation Kill, whose style Newsweek says "owes more to Hunter S. Thompson than to any sort of political correctness," offers a reporter's immersion in outsider cultures.