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Book recommendations from Spectator BooksSunday, January 16, 2011 Recommendations of recent books from the staffs of a rotating list of Bay Area independent bookstores. This week's list is from Spectator Books, 4163 Piedmont Ave., Oakland (510) 653-7300. www.spectatorbooks.com. FictionThe Lotus Eaters,by Tatjana Soli: This California writer's dazzling first novel, set in wartime Vietnam, tells the story of a photographer in love with two men. Now in paperback. God Bless You, Dr. Kevorkian,by Kurt Vonnegut: A posthumous collection of imaginary interviews Vonnegut produced for public radio. The cast of characters includes Hitler, Shakespeare and Isaac Newton. Now in paperback. The Empty Family,by Colm Tóibín: A short-story collection by the Irish writer addresses the subject of love and all its complexities. The Sentry,by Robert Crais: Fans of Lee Child and other hard-boiled authors should check out this latest installment in the Joe Pike series. The Imperfectionists,by Tom Rachman: The book that made many best-of-the-year lists is now in paperback. NonfictionGeology Underfoot in Yosemite National Park,by Allen F. Glazner and Greg M. Stock: If you've ever wondered what made Yosemite look the way it does today, this book will fill you in on the origins of Half Dome, El Capitan, Mono Lake and many other familiar sites. In paperback. How to Build a Fire: And Other Handy Things Your Grandfather Knew,by Erin Bried: Full of practical information on everything from changing a flat tire to asking your boss for a raise. Now in paperback. The Memory Chalet,by Tony Judt: This memoir by the late historian takes the reader on trips through Europe and America. How to Live: Or a Life of Montaigne,by Sarah Bakewell: This lively introduction to the life and thought of the seminal essayist is a delight. A State of Change: Forgotten Landscapes of California,by Laura Cunningham: In this visionary work, the author - an artist and naturalist - re-imagines life in California before the Europeans arrived. This article appeared on page HG - 6 of the San Francisco Chronicle |
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