About Books, April 17, 2010

David Allen's book, Making It All Work: Winning at the Game of Work and the Business of Life, is a guide to successfully handling the pressures of a busy work and home life. His methods will help you take charge of your commitments and develop a plan to realize your goals.

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About Books, April 10, 2010

Jami Attenberg's novel, The Melting Season, introduces readers to two interesting women: Catherine and Valka. It's a quirky story of friendship and of self-discovery. Catherine has left her husband (taking his money) and sets off on the road in a pick-up truck. In Las Vegas, she meets Valka, an older somewhat damaged woman, who supports and encourages Catherine in her search.

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About Books, April 3, 2010

John Price, born and raised in Iowa, has written a lovely memoir, Man Killed by Pheasant and Other Kinships. From his Swedish grandparents to his years at the University of Iowa to his respect for land and place, this is a beautiful contribution to Iowa literature. John will be visiting the Scott County Area from April 12-15 as part of Scott County Reads Together. Check for details at your local public library.

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About Books, March 27, 2010

Godfrey Hodgson is a British journalist who first met Martin Luther King during the Birmingham bus strikes. At that time Hodgson was a college student. He later returned to the states for work and again sought out King. His book, Martin Luther King, is a wonderfully written refresher on King's life and the Civil Rights movement.

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About Books, March 20, 2010

Nancy Groce is a folklorist at the Library of Congress's American Folklife Center. Her book, "Lox, Stocks and Backstage Broadway: Iconic Trades of New York City," reveals the various occupations (wigmaker, bagel make, subway driver, water tower builder, broker) that are at the heart of New York City. The one common denominator that this Smithsonian project has is that no matter the ethnic or social background, all the interviewees are proud of their work.

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About Books, March 13, 2010

Alicia Weisberg-Roberts is co-editor of "Mrs. Delany and Her Circle." Delaney (1700-1788) was an amateur artist who, late in life, created a series of nearly 1000 paper botanicals which not only survived but are now on exhibit at the Sloan House Museum in London. The book is incredibly beautiful with color plates of the flowers as well as Delany's embroidery designs and drawings. The essay reveal what life was like among 18 century aristocrats from fashions to closets.

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About Books, March 6,2010

Michael Williams, along with co-author Richard Cahan, have produced the most beautiful of books: "Edgar Miller and the Handmade Home: Chicago's Forgotten Renaissance Man." Miller, a native of Idaho, came to Chicago to study at the Art Institute and stayed to build homes in the 1920's and 30's that are still lived in today. He was a painter, woodcarver, sculptor, and prominent stained glass designer. He employed all his talents in the creation of his homes and the results are living "lessons in beauty, creativity and honesty." Signed copies of the book are available at Cityfilespress.com or Amazon.com for unsigned copies.

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