Book Report: The choice is yours: Lovely poems, exploding tourism
University of Iowa Press has just re-issued a book of poetry by Philip Levine, winner both the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry and the National Book Award, and who served for a year as United States Poet Laureate.
RELATED CONTENTBook Report: Finding the funny in very grave matters
Humorists can make hay of the least likely subjects. Like death. Remember W. C. Fields?
RELATED CONTENTBook Report: Stolen library book opened his eyes
“Who’s Yer Daddy?” edited by Jim Elledge and David Groff (University of Wisconsin Press, $26.95) is a fascinating look at writers and artists who inspired the work of gay writers and artists by the gay writers and artists themselves.
RELATED CONTENTBook Report: Another word on former presidents; waxing poetic on the death of a fly
Three American presidents lead off this week’s roster of books: Franklin Roosevelt, Dwight Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. You could fill libraries with what has already been written by these guys, but leave it to the scholars — they can always find a niche that’s unfilled.
RELATED CONTENTSocial Media no longer just child’s play, seniors use it to keep in-touch
The proliferation of the Internet and related technologies have been a game-changer for people of all ages.
RELATED CONTENTBook Report: A new Scandinavian thriller takes the stage
I’m way behind in my coverage of the Scandinavian thriller surge in world publishing, not having even read a Stieg Larsson thriller, so I’ll try to make it up by reviewing a finely wrought thriller by first-time Swedish author Alexander Soderberg. It’s “The Andalucian Friend,” (Crown, $26), translated by Neil Smith.
RELATED CONTENTDieticians say small steps can lead to big results
While the inclination may be to literally “hit the ground running,” when it comes to making healthy choices, experts seem to agree that small changes are the best way to get lasting results.
RELATED CONTENTForging his own trail in scouting
Perseverance. Determination. Dedication. That’s what Alex Coad said it takes to make it as an Eagle Scout.
RELATED CONTENTInternational group helps ease homesickness for some
A group of women who gather every month at a Woodbury coffee shop shows just how small the world is.
RELATED CONTENTBook Report: This, not your PBS version of London
“I wander thro’ each charter’d street Near where the charter’d Thames does flow,
RELATED CONTENTNew driver in your future? Parental tips offered to ease rite-of-passage
Handing over the keys to a teenager and then riding shotgun as he or she learns the basics is hardly a recipe for a stress-free afternoon, but it’s a part of life many parents must endure sooner or later, and it’s a rite of passage for their children.
RELATED CONTENTPediatrician: One-on-one interaction critical in baby’s first years
There are many different sources of information for parents about developmental milestones for children.
RELATED CONTENTWhat’s being hungry got to do with eating?
In January a small group in western Wisconsin celebrated the one-year anniversary of a local gathering where everyone may not know your name, but they all understand your struggles.
RELATED CONTENTBoard games can entertain, chase away cabin fever
Cold winter nights and brisk icy days can drive families crazy with cabin fever or bring them together around mugs of hot cocoa, a bowl of healthful snacks and a table full of board games.
RELATED CONTENTOH, BABY! You’re in good hands
Why is play important for children’s development? What is the most important thing to remember when changing a baby’s diaper? What information should you know about a family before agreeing to watch a child?
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