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3. Science at the Ethical Frontier: Best Sci-Tech Books of 1993.

Author

Sapp, Gregg and Sapp, Gregg

Abstract

Provides an annotated bibliography of the 39 best science and technology books from 1993 in the areas of animal life, astronomy, biography, chemistry, earth science, environmental sciences, evolution, mathematics, medical sciences, natural history, paleontology, philosophy of science, physics, psychology, general science, and technology. Ethical issues addressed by the publications are noted. (LRW)

Published
1994

4. Team Leader: Tom Peters--TAP Information Services

Abstract

Tom Peters packs 36 hours of work into the confines of a 24-hour day. Without breaking a sweat, he juggles multiple collaborative projects, which currently include an Illinois academic library shared storage facility; a multistate virtual reference and instruction service for blind and visually impaired individuals (InfoEyes); a virtual meeting space for training and conferences (OPAL); and a program that designs and delivers web-based consumer health programs for senior citizens (HEALTHY). This article is a brief analysis of the work of Tom Peters.

Published
2005

8. Book reviews: History.

Author

Moore, Robert C.

Subjects
STATESMEN, BIOGRAPHIES
Abstract

Reviews the book `Benjamin Franklin and His Enemies,' by Robert Middlekauff.

Published
1995

9. The Queen Mother: The Official Biography.

Author

Gray, B. Allison

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

This article reviews the book "The Queen Mother: The Official Biography," by William Shawcross.

Published
2009

10. Molly Ivins: A Rebel Life.

Author

Smith, Donna Marie

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Molly Ivins: A Rebel Life," by Bill Minutaglio and W. Michael Smith.

Published
2009

11. Louis D. Brandeis: A Life.

Author

Puro, Steven

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Louis D. Brandeis: A Life," by Melvin I. Urofsky.

Published
2009

12. Explorer: The Life of Richard E. Byrd.

Author

Hupp, Stephen L.

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Explorer: The Life of Richard E. Byrd," by Lisle A. Rose.

Published
2008

16. Mapping the Reference Maze.

Author

Wyatt, Neal

Subjects
REFERENCE books, BOOKS & reading, ENCYCLOPEDIAS & dictionaries, LIBRARY science, BIOGRAPHIES, WEBSITES
Abstract

Recommends several U.S. and British literature references for library collections. Description of a typical core collection; Recommended biographies; Web sites; List of suggested dictionaries and encyclopedias.

Published
2003

18. Wilson.

Author

Hoffert, Barbara

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Wilson," by A. Scott Berg.

Published
2013

19. Danny Kaye: King of Jesters.

Author

LeMaster, Rochelle

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "Danny Kaye: King of Jesters," by David Koenig is presented.

Published
2012

22. The Convert: A Tale of Exile and Extremism.

Author

Young, Steve

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

This article reviews the book "The Convert: A Tale of Exile and Extremism," by Deborah Baker.

Published
2011

24. Louisa May Alcott.

Author

Danowitz, Erica Swenson

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "Louisa May Alcott," by Susan Cheever, is presented.

Published
2010

25. Washington: A Life.

Author

King, Douglas

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Washington: A Life," by Ron Chernow.

Published
2010

27. Woodrow Wilson.

Author

Augustyn Jr., Frederick J.

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

This article reviews the book "Woodrow Wilson," by John Milton Cooper, Jr.

Published
2009

38. Cochrane: The Real Master and Commander.

Author

Craig, Bryan

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

This article reviews the book "Cochrane: The Real Master and Commander," by David Cordingly.

Published
2007

39. Lincoln Revisited: New Insights from the Lincoln Forum.

Author

Miller, Randall M.

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article presents a review of the book "Lincoln Revisited: New Insights from the Lincoln Forum," edited by John Y. Simon and others.

Published
2007

41. Jackie Cochran: Pilot in the Fastest Lane.

Author

Edwards, John Carver

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Jackie Cochran: Pilot in the Fastest Lane," by Doris L. Rich.

Published
2007

42. Einstein: His Life and Universe.

Author

Weigel, Jack W.

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article presents a book review for "Einstein: His Life and Universe," by Walter Isaacson.

Published
2007

44. Mae West: It Ain't No Sin.

Author

Kundanis, Barbara

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

A review is presented of the book "Mae West: It Ain't No Sin," by Simon Louvish.

Published
2006

45. Jimmy Stewart: A Biography.

Author

Thornell, Peter

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

A review is presented of the book "Jimmy Stewart: A Biography," by Marc Eliot.

Published
2006

46. Ivan the Terrible: First Tsar of Russia.

Author

Willems, Harry

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, NONFICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book "Ivan the Terrible: First Tsar of Russia," by Isabel de Madariaga.

Published
2005

49. Bonhoeffer.

Author

Green, Ravonne A.

Subjects
BIOGRAPHICAL films, THEOLOGIANS, BIOGRAPHIES, AUDIOVISUAL materials
Abstract

Reviews the biographical video "Bonhoeffer," which focuses on German theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

Published
2004

50. Harriet Jacobs: A Life (Book).

Author

Bartelt, Kathryn R.

Subjects
BIOGRAPHIES, EMANCIPATION of slaves, NONFICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book "Harriet Jacobs: A Life," by Jean Fagan Yellin.

Published
2004