The Black Russian

“In this magnetically appealing, unforgettable biography, Alexandrov . . . [with] assiduous research . . . insightfully and dynamically portrays a singular man.” —Booklist (starred review)…

Badger Games

“It’s great fun to watch characters who began in another series take on a life of their own. . . . There is plenty of action, lots of low-key black…

Salvage

“A Dickensian portrait of the fractious émigré community.” —Michael Billington, Guardian (UK)…

1942

From the author of Forrest Gump and A Storm in Flanders, a riveting chronicle of America’s most critical hour….

Grove at Home: August 9—15

…The Common. Read the full post with Cree’s song-by-song commentary…   John Freeman on the park, The Park, and the bookstore How does John Freeman do it? A tireless writer,…

Zen Poetry

Sightseeing

“Lapcharoensap is a commanding, animated tour guide, and a lot more than that–he can write with the bait and the hook of genuine talent. . . . [He] has a…

The Pyramids

“This comprehensive volume details everything you ever wanted to know about pyramids–and the cultural and technological world from which they arose.” –Boston Herald…

Guests of the Ayatollah

“Heart-stopping, and heart-breaking.” —James Traub, New York Times Book Review…

Frankie’s Place

“[Frankie’s Place] is really the story of finding a place that fits, a home in the world. . . . It’s about loving the person you’re with. Happiness. Contentment. Peace….