All Book Reviews
Declaring His GeniusIn his 1882 lecture tour of the US and Canada, Irish wit Oscar Wilde let his clothing and set design do half the work.
The World Until YesterdayRelying on his vast knowledge of New Guinea, Jared Diamond asks what moderns like us can learn from traditional societies.
The Last Lion: Defender of the RealmDespite some noteworthy shortcomings, Paul Reid's examination of the last third of Churchill's life gives us the British statesman in all his robust complexity.
Nature WarsHow can we best handle the wildlife now turning up in our own backyards?
The Collected Poems of Lucille Clifton 1965-2010The poetry of Lucille Clifton is engaging enough to win over any reader.
Great Expectations: The Sons and Daughters of Charles DickensDespite a world-renowned father and merry times at Christmas, the lives of the 10 children born to Charles Dickens were anything but easy.
3 YA books just perfect for adultsThese young freedom fighters are worthy of readers of all ages.
Code Name VerityThis young adult novel of female friendship and peril amid World War II is an unexpected gem.
The OathNew Yorker writer and CNN analyst Jeffrey Toobin offers an astute and thorough analysis of the relationship between the Obama White House and the John Roberts-led Supreme Court.
The WatchersWhile some parts of Stephen Alford's book are repetitive, his study of life during Queen Elizabeth I's reign is a thought-provoking read.
A Thousand MorningsMary Oliver's poetry collection showcases her clear, strong voice and celebrates nature.
'Crossing to Safety': Wallace Stegner's poignant classic turns 25Wallace Stegner's novel about a decades-long friendship between two couples is just as rewarding on its 25th anniversary as it was when first published.
Building StoriesChris Ware's unusual graphic novel is a triumph of imagination and originality.
Ike's BluffWriter Evan Thomas's perceptive analysis of the 34th president shows a shrewd operator who played his cards close to the vest.
My Ideal BookshelfThessaly La Force's collection of essays on cultural figures' favorite books will fascinate any bibliophile.
On the Road to Mr. Mineo'sBarbara O'Connor never disappoints. Like her other children's novels, this one is a keeper.
Detroit City Is the Place to BeMark Binelli offers a sharp, sad, insightful look at Detroit – a city so lost that it has made failure chic.
Escape From North KoreaJournalist Melanie Kirkpatrick shares the harrowing stories of North Koreans desperate to escape a despotic regime.
CommanderStephen Taylor offers insight into the complicated world of the British Royal Navy.
The Black CountNew Yorker writer Tom Reiss gives us the rattling good tale of the real Count of Monte Cristo.
