Great Books for Every Book Lover: 2002 Great Reading Suggestions for the Discriminating Bibliophile - Rilegato

Craughwell, Thomas J.

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 157912044X ISBN 13: 9781579120443

Casa editrice: Black Dog & Leventhal Pub, 1998

Riassunto

Can't decide what to read? Imagine a list of the greatest books described in concise, insightful and witty profiles to browse in search of the next perfect read. 2002 Great Books for Every Book Lover offers all this and more, reviewing each book with the wit and wisdom of a seasoned book critic in this unique and useful reference that belongs in every bibliophile's library. * Readers will love the broad selection of titles, learning about famous authors and finding or recommending the next perfect read for themselves, friends and family--every type of book is covered. * Each of the 2002 book profiles, roughly one paragraph long, gives a short summary, historical context, information about the author, why the book was important and other recommended reads by the same author. * Indexes make it easy to find books by subject, title or author. A tear-off list gives readers a handy in-store reference and a check-off list helps track all the books they've read.

Su questo libro

L'autore:

Thomas J. Craughwell is an author and problem solver. He traced the evolution of Manhattan urban legends (Alligators in the Sewer); sorted out fact from fiction in old wives tales (Do Blue Bedsheets Bring Babies?); identified the patron saints of bloggers, vegetarians and hangovers (This Saint Will Change Your Life); and resurrected a long-forgotten story from 1876, when a gang of hapless Irish immigrant counterfeiters tried to kidnap the body of Abraham Lincoln--and almost got away with it (Stealing Lincoln's Body). Tom lives in Bethel, Connecticut.

Dalla seconda/terza di copertina:

Can't decide what to read? Great Books for Every Book Lover offers concise, insightful, witty profiles of books from every genre - from the classics to gems that hide in the corners of your favorite bookstore. Each book is reviewed with the wit and wisdom of a seasoned book critic - bibliophiles and casual readers alike will be entertained and intrigued as they browse this unique, fun, and useful reference in search of the next perfect read.

Organized by topic with complete indexes of titles and authors, this book makes it easy to sort through the endless stacks of literature out there and find the right book for you. Chapters include: A Masterpiece You Might Have Missed, Beach Books, Children's Classics, Mysterious Doings, True Crime, Big ( & Small) Business, Homes, & Gardens, Rediscovered Classics, Poets & Poetry, Notable Biographies, All-Star Sports Books and many others. Each listing includes bibliographical information and a brief review designed to pique your interest and help you track down the perfect book. You'll also find hundreds of covers pictured, historical context and interesting tidbits about hundreds of books.

Discover new favorite authors, catch up on classics, find the perfect gift or browse through the commentary to compare notes on books you've read. This book is an intriguing and entertaining resource for every new reader as well as the most discriminating home librarian. Everyone will find books that they will want to read just by flipping through the pages.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Black Dog & Leventhal Pub
• Data di pubblicazione: 1998
• ISBN 10: 157912044X
• ISBN 13: 9781579120443
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 480