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- Books Published September 2015
September 2015
Here are all of the books we've reviewed
that were
published September 2015.
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A frenetic writing style, like that of a jazz musician, gives this Africa-set novel an enthusiastic, adventurous energy. Fiston Mwanza Mujila may not be a household name in America, but he is quickly earning a following around the globe.... Read More
An intelligent, fact-paced historical novel moves up the formation of Israel by ten years and reimagines Jewish-Nazi diplomacy during WWII. Israeli diplomat Yehuda Avner and journalist Matt Rees join forces in a gripping political... Read More
"Beautiful Hands" combines dazzling artwork with an uplifting message that goes far beyond its goal to inspire creativity, love, and connection. Each page displays exquisite illustrations made from painted hands, simultaneously creating... Read More
"The Painful Truth" is an invaluable, hope-filled resource for individuals—and societies—consumed by pain. The Painful Truth: What Chronic Pain Is Really Like and Why It Matters to Each of Us, by Lynn R. Webster, MD, is a medical yet... Read More
We’ve been taught that peace of mind and deep self-knowledge can only be accessed through meditation and silencing our thoughts, but many people these days are unable to devote the hours and years needed to become a skilled meditator.... Read More
This vibrantly illustrated and amusing adventure will make learning about weather feel incidental. With stunning images accompanying an adventurous tale that teaches young readers interesting weather and geographical facts, "Kobee... Read More
"Fight like a Physicist" is a cool concept that makes physics tangible for fans of fighting sports. As a martial arts practitioner with a doctorate in physics, Jason Thalken has an interesting perspective on fighting sports, and he... Read More