Ancient History
Black begins his multi-volume work of the history of the world through the lens of political and military strategy. Beginning in the 5th millennium B.C. and extending to the 1st century, this tome rapidly glides through the histories of kingdoms, kings, generals, tribes, and empires, yet provides enough detail and essential information that the reader can make sense of the world’s geopolitical timeline. It is a work worth having as either primary source or reference guide.
Mystery
Abby Rose runs a small detective agency in Houston specializing in reuniting lost relatives. Montgomery County law enforcement officials ask Abby for help identifying an accident victim, unconscious and in critical condition. But her efforts to identify the victim entangles Abby, her twin sister Kate, a Montgomery County police chief, and Abby’s circle of friends and family in a dangerous web. This book is a treat, with characters and action as authentically Texan as cane sugar Dr Pepper.
Military
Over its existence, the U.S. Air Force produced war-winning and spectacularly successful aircraft: the P-51, B-29, B-52, C-130, and F-15. But not all their aircraft were eagles. There were turkeys, and even a few goose eggs. This book examines not-so-great Air Force inventory entries, including missiles and electronics. It has 26 case studies about nearly 50 different aircraft, missiles, and weapons systems that failed to deliver. It is a marvelous examination of the engineering process.
Non-Fiction
With its hundreds of pictures, useful sidebars, and clear explanations, this reference guide educates readers in the machinery of the human body and the treatment of its diseases and injuries. These two general practitioners bring an excellent bedside manner to their writing as they explain afflictions from epilepsy to adrenal gland disorders. It’s also a great refresher course in human anatomy and physiology. Includes special sections on children’s health and care for the terminally ill.
Classics
In this collection are 48 personal essays written by 28 literary virtuosos. Francis Bacon’s “On Gardening,” James Boswell’s “Parents and Their Children,” Leigh Hunt’s “Getting Up on Cold Mornings:” This company of writers leads us from whimsy to irony, and from explorations of art to the delights of nature. In his introduction, the editor notes that such essayists have chiefly the desire to amuse us along with themselves, and so they do here. Ideal for reading aloud or solitary entertainment.
For Kids
A celebration of the simple things of ordinary days, “For Every Little Thing” is arranged from waking up to falling asleep and invites readers to appreciate the beauty of life’s simple moments, joys, and blessings. This beautifully illustrated collection will evoke gratitude for life and uplift the hearts and minds of readers young and old.
