Stephen Dau's The Book of Jonas is a marvelous, lyrical debut that examines the effects of war on everyone involved. Dau weaves together the stories...
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Known as the writer with something witty and insightful to say about any topic that crosses his desk, Calvin Trillin's collection of topical essays reveals his barbed and irrepressible best. From matters of the family to educational issues to world affairs, Trillin's short takes are filled with homespun wisdom.
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