For presidents considering military force, Robert Gates has some questions

The former defense secretary laments that America has let its nonmilitary powers atrophy. Continue reading at 'The Washington Post'

[ The Washington Post | 2020-07-24 12:00:00 UTC ]

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Here are the books Bill Gates thinks you should be reading this summer.

It seems like everyone (ahem) has a summer reading list for you this week—even Bill Gates. As you probably know, Gates loves to read—and he also loves to write about books on his blog, GatesNotes, where today he published a list of his recommendations for the season. But don’t expect any beach... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2022-06-06 17:00:32 UTC ]
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Questioning the Borders of Nonfiction to Tell the Story of an Exceptional Life

In 2014, book critic Dwight Garner published a lament in the New York Times for a seemingly forgotten literary masterpiece, the oral history All God’s Dangers. Published in 1974 by then-Harvard doctoral candidate Theodore Rosengarten, the autobiography was narrated by Nate Shaw, an illiterate... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2022-06-06 08:51:52 UTC ]
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Psychiatry’s brutal history and unanswered questions

Andrew Scull examines the field's shifting theories and dubious practices from the 19th century to today. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-06-03 12:00:16 UTC ]
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Ideas Worth Fighting For: Spotlight on Robert W. Sweet

In his new book, 'Life Fighting: Why We Must Sometimes Fight and How to Do So Well,' author Robert W. Sweet sets out to answer the thorny question: Is it always wrong to use force to achieve a goal? Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-05-30 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Robert Goolrick Dies at 73; Became a Successful Novelist Late in Life

Being fired as an advertising executive freed him to write a blistering memoir about his Southern family and an erotic novel that became a best seller. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2022-05-21 00:03:50 UTC ]
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Robert Goolrick, whose books explored tragedy and endurance, dies at 73

He vaulted to literary prominence with a lacerating childhood memoir of abuse and wrote best-selling novels such as "A Reliable Wife.” Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-05-14 01:28:24 UTC ]
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Ukrainians stranded at Pearson Airport forced to rely on the kindness of strangers on social media

A lack of information from the federal government has forced some Ukrainians fleeing the war to turn to social media for help when they land at Toronto's Pearson Airport. Continue reading at CBC

[ CBC | 2022-05-12 09:00:00 UTC ]
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Robert McNamara as a loving father — who couldn’t talk about Vietnam

The son of the Vietnam-era defense secretary recounts the "paradox" of their relationship. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-05-06 12:00:37 UTC ]
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Dennis Hopper and Brooke Hayward: Unlikely couple and artistic force

Mark Rozzo's "Everybody Thought We Were Crazy" examines a brief but impactful moment in cultural history. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-05-03 12:19:08 UTC ]
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Anthony Goff Named President of Blackstone Publishing

Goff, who stepped down as senior v-p and publisher at Hachette Audio in February, has taken over as president of Blackstone Publishing, effective today. He will report to CEO Josh Stanton. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-05-02 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Robert Molteno obituary

My friend Robert Molteno, who has died aged 79, was the editorial director of Zed Books for 27 years and helped build its reputation as the pre-eminent radical academic publisher concerned with the developing world.Robert combined a sharp analysis of current issues with a commitment to scholars... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2022-05-01 18:10:50 UTC ]
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Preaching in a Different World: PW Talks to Touré Roberts

Touré Roberts, founding pastor of one of Los Angeles’s largest churches and son-in-law to megachurch pastor T.D. Jakes, debunks myths about how to manage one’s work, family life, and well-being in a new book, 'Balance: Positioning Yourself To Do All Things Well.' Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-04-26 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Drabinski Wins 2023-2024 ALA Presidency

In a statement, Drabinski thanked librarians and said she was eager to get to work on behalf of the profession. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-04-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Shannon Bream's Bible stories are turning Fox News Books into a publishing force

The HarperCollins imprint has four straight bestsellers, thanks in large part to the cable news channel's promotional pop. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2022-04-13 15:00:58 UTC ]
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Ted Cruz Had Some Important Questions About Racist Babies for Ketanji Brown Jackson

Behind Cruz were propped blown-up images of the picture book Antiracist Baby, replete with cartoon drawings of children in diapers. Continue reading at Slate

[ Slate | 2022-03-23 00:51:46 UTC ]
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Evan S. Connell and Robert Aickman may not be household names, but their work deserves notice

Two new biographies shed light on the rich lives and work of these little-known authors. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-03-16 13:00:51 UTC ]
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Robert Hicks, best-selling author of ‘The Widow of the South,’ dies at 71

Set in 1864, his novel evoked the bravery and bloodshed that he sought to memorialize as a preservationist of Civil War history. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-03-05 14:55:22 UTC ]
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Barr calls prospect of Trump running for president again ‘dismaying,’ says GOP should ‘look forward’ to others

In a new book, “One Damn Thing After Another,” the former attorney general takes shot after shot at Trump, especially over his leadership during the coronavirus pandemic and his false claims that the election was stolen from him. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-02-27 16:53:59 UTC ]
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Bologna and London Book Fair Highlight Authors Roberts and O’Farrell

Michèle Roberts in Italy and Maggie O'Farrell in England: Bologna and London announce brand-name author participation. The post Bologna and London Book Fair Highlight Authors Roberts and O’Farrell appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-02-17 07:23:24 UTC ]
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Bradley Graham Steps Down as ABA Board President

Bradley Graham, co-owner of Politics and Prose bookstore, has stepped down as president of the American Booksellers Association's board after assuming the position in May 2021. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-01 05:00:00 UTC ]
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