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In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick

Heart of the Sea

The sinking of the Titanic has captured people’s imaginations for the last hundred years. In the 19th century another ship disaster became a legend in the United States and even left a mark on American literature.

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How to Cook Everything: The Basics by Mark Bittman

How to Cook Everything: The Basics

Whether you are a beginning cook or just looking for a collection of simple, delicious, everyday recipes, How To Cook Everything: The Basics by Mark Bittman is a staple for any kitchen.

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Video: Royals Star Frank White Shares His Library Love

Frank White: One Man's Dream

It’s official: Frank White has been inducted into the Library Hall of Fame. What did the Royals’ former star second baseman do to receive this singular honor? Simple. He got on camera and testified to the power of reading and libraries.

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Classic Review: Innocents Abroad by Mark Twain

Innocents Abroad by Mark Twain

When people hear the name Mark Twain, they likely think about The Adventures of Tom Sawyer or its sequel, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. But Twain had written a lot before either of those works came out. 

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Books to Celebrate Veterans Day

The Farther Shore by Matthew Eck

President Woodrow Wilson charged Americans with remembering “those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory.” The following books offer small tokens of remembrance and thanks.