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05/19/2012 1:00 pm
JOHN CINCHETT presents his
latest book about our town, VINTAGE TAMPA STOREFRONTS. This new book features more than 200 historic Tampa
photographs including never before seen images of downtown shopping scenes and
favorite neighborhood stores from the 1940s through the 1960s, when downtown
Tampa was a shining model of the American landscape. Locally owned stores and
shops fueled by the entrepreneurial spirit of Tampa families dotted the streets
and flourished during Tampa's postwar population expansion. These historic
photographs, compiled from private collections and local library archives,
present a walking tour of downtown Tampa and other popular neighborhoods during
a simpler time that is so well-loved and remembered. This is a must-have book
for Tampa history buffs, and a perfect companion for Cinchett's previous
book, Vintage Tampa Signs and Scenes.
John V. Cinchett is a third-generation Tampa native and local history
writer who dedicates his efforts to the preservation and promotion of historic
Tampa photographs.
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Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller (Hardcover)$14.39 ISBN-13: 9781423113362Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Hyperion, 3/2012 ANNIE SULLIVAN AND
THE TRIALS OF HELEN KELLER written and
illustrated by Joseph Lambert - “I confess to be continually fascinated by the story
of Annie and Helen, and the format of this illustrated book made even familiar
elements fresh and dramatic. The courage, perseverance, and devotion of these
two unlikely women is wonderfully portrayed here, with the illustrations
helping to convey the darkness of Helen’s world as well as the light Annie
helped to bring to her. There is nothing cloying or sentimental here, in fact
Annie often looks like Abe Lincoln with a bun, but the slim volume is moving
and inspiring.” Leslie. Regularly $17.99; our price $14.39.
The Art of Hearing Heartbeats (Paperback)$11.96 ISBN-13: 9781590514634Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Other Press, 1/2012 THE ART OF HEARING HEARTBEATS by JAN-PHILLIP SENDKER – “As the publisher’s description says: ‘Imagine a love story…between a crippled girl and a blind boy who don’t see each other for fifty years’ – and then, as I did, overcome your cynicism to read this novel. The story unfolds as a NY lawyer travels to Burma to solve the mystery of her father’s sudden disappearance. Superstition and devout Buddhism are quietly in the background, as the themes of family loyalty, disability, secrets and suffering unfold through the fully realized characters, leading to a surprising and entirely satisfying ending. This huge bestseller in Europe is receiving welcome reception among readers here as well.” Carla. Regularly $14.95; our price $11.96. The Art of Fielding (Paperback)$11.99 ISBN-13: 9780316126670Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Back Bay Books, 5/2012 THE ART OF FIELDING by CHAD HARBACK - “Set on a campus in the Midwest during a championship season of baseball, The Art of Fielding takes us into the hearts and minds of five wonderful characters at a critical time in their lives. I discovered that baseball is every bit as exciting and excruciating as any thriller, as complicated as any psychological mystery, and as heartbreaking as my favorite romance. Harbach loves his characters, and never lets them off easily. All the words I want to use to describe this book (original, heartfelt, classic, hilarious, wise, unforgettable) are insufficient, and sound as trite and sentimental as the novel is not.’’ Leslie. Regularly $14.99; our price $11.99 Birds of Paradise (Paperback)$12.76 ISBN-13: 9780393342598Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: W. W. Norton & Company, 5/2012 BIRDS OF PARADISE by DIANE ABU-JABER - “Set in contemporary Miami, Birds of Paradise is Abu-Jaber's compelling, haunting, and ultimately very satisfying novel of a family falling apart. Five years after their lovely 13 year old daughter, Felice, ran away to live on the streets of South Beach, Avis and Brian are isolated and empty, unable to find meaning in their jobs or any intimacy in their marriage. Abu-Jaber gives us a marvelous insider's look at each of the family members' lives: the compromising world of an attorney for Miami developers; a successful and perfectionist home-based pastry chef; the proprietor of a market; and the dismal and dangerous life of a street person, drifting through squat houses and clubs. The dramatic ending, though a bit too tidy, is nonetheless believable, and the reason behind Felice's behavior will chill your heart. This will be a great book club selection.” Leslie. Regularly $15.95; our price $12.76. Caleb's Crossing (Paperback)$12.80 ISBN-13: 9780143121077Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Penguin (Non-Classics), 4/2012 CALEB'S CROSSING by GERALDINE BROOKS - “Geraldine Brooks has written another remarkable novel, this time set in Martha's Vineyard in the 1660s. The narrator, Bethia, is a bright, young woman, daughter of a minister who hopes to convert the neighboring Wampanoag Indians, and it is her observant eye that makes this time and place so vivid. The historical basis of the book is the life of Caleb, the first Native American to graduate from Harvard University in 1665. Brooks' imagining of this great achievement, and its far greater cost, is the focus of the book, but Bethia's life and her achievements are equally compelling. The passion is understated, but the historical details and the way the two characters rise to the challenges of both the physical landscape and the limits of their expected stations in life is both absorbing and satisfying. This is a thoughtful novel that explores intellectual, spiritual and social issues while telling a story of love, friendship, and courage.” Leslie. Regularly $16; our price $12.80 The Family Fang (Paperback)$11.19 ISBN-13: 9780061579059Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Ecco Press, 4/2012 THE FAMILY FANG by KEVIN WILSON—“Annie and Buster—AKA Child A and Child B— spent their childhoods playing part in their parents’ outlandish performance art, and now spend their young adulthoods trying to forget the psychological implications their formative years have on their lives. But when fate conspires against them and both siblings are forced to move back home, they are faced with the relics of their unusual upbringing. Truly hilarious—I laughed out loud many times—and full of heart, The Family Fang is not something you want to miss!” Amanda. Regularly $13.99; our price $11.98 A Greyhound of a Girl (Hardcover)$13.56 ISBN-13: 9781419701689Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Harry N. Abrams, 5/2012 A GREYHOUND OF A GIRL by RODDY DOYLE - "Though billed as a book for young adults, I'd nevertheless indiscriminately gift this novel to friends young and old. Doyle's lovely ghost story unites four generations of women -'one of them dead, one of them dying, one of them driving, and one of them just starting out' - for a wild midnight joyride along the Irish seaside. The slight spookiness will draw kids in, and they'll be charmed by the heroines' cheekiness. Adults will relish in the bittersweet mediation on death, family bonds, and the passage of time. It struck a cord in me to vicariously reconnect with my own past through these women, and I'd recommend Greyhound to all who love a good laugh, a good cry, and most importantly a smashing good story." Amanda. Regularly $16.95; our price $13.56 The Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom (Hardcover)$13.59 ISBN-13: 9780062117434Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Walden Pond Press, 5/2012 THE HERO’S GUIDE TO SAVING YOUR KINGDOM by CHRISTOPHER HEALY - “Ever hear of Gustav and Frederic? No? How about Duncan and Liam? Still no? Well then how about Prince Charming? Yes, I thought so. These four Princes Charming - brought together by always playing second fiddle to their Princesses in the tales - are eager to prove to their kingdoms that they deserve to be the heroes of their own story. The only problem? They are all - with the exception of Liam - woefully incompetent in the Hero Department. Mix that in with an evil witch, some trolls, and an annoyingly heroic Cinderella and you’ve got a hilarious adventure story boys and girls will love.” Amanda. Regularly $16.99; our price $13.59. Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake (Hardcover)$20.80 ISBN-13: 9781400069347Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Random House, 5/2012 LOTS OF CANDLES, PLENTY OF CAKE by ANNA QUINDLEN – “Billed as a memoir on approaching 60, this is really an entirely up to date collection of the essays that have made us all love Quindlen. Whether writing about family, or faith, or the face in the mirror, she has a way of expressing what so many women of the same generation have experienced and pondered.” Carla. Regularly $26; our price $20.80. Ripe: A Cook in the Orchard (Hardcover)$32.00 ISBN-13: 9781607743323Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Ten Speed Press, 4/2012 RIPE: A COOK IN THE ORCHARD by NIGEL SLATER - “If you love to cook, that’s a bonus, but even if you just love thinking about gorgeous fresh food, Nigel Slater’s amazing books promise hours of pleasure. Like last year’s Tender, Ripe has vivid descriptions of ingredients, with history, gardening hints, varieties, pairings, plus amazing recipes, both sweet and savory. Slater’s luscious language makes his joyous appreciation of apricots and figs and raspberries contagious, while the photographs and overall high end quality make this a cookbook to treasure – and a great Mother’s Day gift!” Carla. Regularly $40; our price $32. Silver Sparrow (Paperback)$11.16 ISBN-13: 9781616201425Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, 5/2012 SILVER SPARROW by TAYARI JONES - "James Witherspoon is a bigamist, with 15 year old daughters in both marriages. Dana is the ‘outside’ daughter, whose father visits regularly but his best friend Raleigh is the father of record. Dana knows all about the acknowledged daughter, Bunny, and her nicer home and clothes, mainly because her mother takes her on surveillance trips. Each girl has her own insecurities, boy trouble, moral dilemmas, and as each takes her turn telling her story, the suspense of their inevitable meeting is compelling and oh-so-beautifully written.” Carla. Regularly $13.95; our price $11.16.
The Sisters Brothers (Paperback)$11.99 ISBN-13: 9780062041289Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 days Published: Ecco, 2/2012 THE SISTERS BROTHERS by PATRICK DEWITT - “This is my first book of cowboy noir, and I loved every page of this dark, brutal, touching story. Eli and Charles Sisters are two hired guns who ride and drink and shoot, but Eli’s growing sense of morality begins to alter their relationship. The writing is masterful, comic and heartbreaking, and the sense of place is perfect. One of my favorite books of the year, it may not be for every reader. (I kept thinking the Coen brothers needed to film it, and wished Eastwood and Newman were younger (and alive) to star.)” Leslie. Regularly $14.99; our price $11.99 |
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