Library Lines
I sometimes do reviews of new books in Library Lines, but the delivery of lots of new audio books reminded me that our patrons who love to listen to books would probably enjoy hearing about some of these new titles.
I was recently asked to get more non-fiction titles, and I did—patron requests are taken very seriously when it comes to collection development.
Look for these new titles at the McClintic Library:
The World Until Yesterday, by Jared Diamond, examines traditional “primitive” societies, and compares their lifestyles and traditions with current modern societies with fascinating results. Are we really as far removed from the past as we like to believe? Or are we truly more suited to a primitive lifestyle?
The Hour of Peril, by Daniel Stashower, outlines the 1861plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln on his journey from Springfield to Washington to be sworn in as President. Detective Allan Pinkerton worked feverishly to reveal the “Baltimore Plot” in spite of being hampered by Lincoln and his advisors, none of whom believed the threat to be real.
Michael Ritland, a former Navy SEAL, tells the amazing story of his efforts to train military working dogs for the SEALS in Trident K9 Warriors. He gives us an inside look at these elite canine soldiers, highly trained and incredibly intelligent dogs that work side by side with their human handlers.
For a celebration of everyday heroes and inspirational folks, look no further than American Story: a lifetime search for ordinary people doing extraordinary things, by Bob Dotson. He introduces us to seemingly ordinary people, but reveals amazing strengths and achievements.
Her by Christa Parravani, is a memoir of two sisters—twins, in fact. The author explores the near mystical connection between herself and her twin, Cara, and details the struggle to survive after her sister’s untimely death. This is a beautifully written account of how one life – spiraling downward, out of control – had such a disastrous effect on both of them.