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John Hennessy Praises MAKE, THINK, IMAGINE: Engineering the Future of Civilization by John Browne
“… an ode to the ways engineering has improved human civilization, from how we communicate, build, use energy. move, and explore the universe.”
Jazz Journal Reviews THE GREAT JAZZZ AND POP VOCAL ALBUMS by Will Friedwald
“…essential reading [for] anyone with even a remote interest in the history of popular song as captured in the grooves of the 12” vinyl long-playing album.”
Minneapolis Star Tribune Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“Like his terrific 2013 book “Strange Stones: Dispatches From East and West,” this one seamlessly blends memoir, history and energetic reporting. “
The Sydney Morning Herald Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“…a book that promises a uniquely deep insight into modern Egypt, and what went so terribly wrong after the tumultuous, joyous eruptions of the Arab Spring.”
Kirkus Reviews MAKE, THINK, IMAGINE: Engineering the Future of Civilization by John Browne
“A thoughtful analysis of today’s unprecedented pace of change and what the future may hold.”
Internet Pioneer Vint Cerf Praises MAKE, THINK, IMAGINE: Engineering the Future of Civilization by John Browne
“Like the engineer he was trained to be, John Browne reveals a realistic and optimistic fabric of the future.”
The Washington Post Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“‘The Buried’ is …equal parts travelogue, history and memoir from a writer with a gift for conveying the profound humanity of his subjects.”
Geographical Calls THE BURIED: Life, Death and Revolution in Egypt by Peter Hessler a “spirited, deeply insightful book”
“Many have written on these dramatic events, but Hessler introduces unexpected prisms of enquiry and the intimate perspective of an endlessly curious observer of Egypt past and present.”
Radio Boston Interviews Peter Hessler on the Publication of THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution
Join host Callum Borchers as he asks the author what it was like to be a Western reporter based in Cairo during the Egyptian Revolution.
Shelf Awareness Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“Readers are advised to have Zevon’s extensive catalogue queued up to accompany this absorbing, compelling biography.”
National Public Radio Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“…a nuanced, in-depth, loving look at this complicated figure, one that helps cement him as one of the most complex and captivating musicians of our times.”
The Wall Street Journal Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“Mr. Hessler’s closely observed, touching and at times amusing chronicle …the book is an extraordinary work of reportage…”
UK’s Literary Review Lauds THE BURIED by Peter Hessler
David D. Kirkpatrick writes that the book is “Beautiful and heartbreaking. …Every page is vivid and engaging, and each chapter packs in surprises…”
THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler Launches Today!
Hear the author describe the book in this video produced by PenguinPress, the North American publisher of the book.
The Houston Press Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“Warren Zevon has never been the subject of a deep, rewarding and insightful biography of the late performer’s life and music. Until now. …an embarrassment of riches…”
Claire Prentice and Finding Humanity at the Side Show
On this episode of The Colin McEnroe Show, the author speaks about Dr. Martin Couney, the savior of thousands of infants in a Coney Island side show.
NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins an Amazon Best Book of the Month
The online bookseller highlights this revelatory biography of the legendary musician who died too soon.
Peter Hessler Book Tour for THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution
See Peter Hessler solo and in conversation with others in Cambridge, MA; New York, NY; Washington, DC; Miami/Coral Gables, FL; Culver City, CA; Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Denver, CO; and Boulder, CO.
Booklist Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“A straightforward account, including a comprehensive discography, of Zevon’s fascinating creative life cut short by mesothelioma when he was
only 56.”
THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler to be May Book of the Month Pick
The 150,000 member club has announced that The Buried will be one of five selections for May 2019, one of the first non-fiction picks for the revamped club.
John Hennessy Praises MAKE, THINK, IMAGINE: Engineering the Future of Civilization by John Browne
“… an ode to the ways engineering has improved human civilization, from how we communicate, build, use energy. move, and explore the universe.”
Jazz Journal Reviews THE GREAT JAZZZ AND POP VOCAL ALBUMS by Will Friedwald
“…essential reading [for] anyone with even a remote interest in the history of popular song as captured in the grooves of the 12” vinyl long-playing album.”
Minneapolis Star Tribune Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“Like his terrific 2013 book “Strange Stones: Dispatches From East and West,” this one seamlessly blends memoir, history and energetic reporting. “
The Sydney Morning Herald Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“…a book that promises a uniquely deep insight into modern Egypt, and what went so terribly wrong after the tumultuous, joyous eruptions of the Arab Spring.”
Kirkus Reviews MAKE, THINK, IMAGINE: Engineering the Future of Civilization by John Browne
“A thoughtful analysis of today’s unprecedented pace of change and what the future may hold.”
Internet Pioneer Vint Cerf Praises MAKE, THINK, IMAGINE: Engineering the Future of Civilization by John Browne
“Like the engineer he was trained to be, John Browne reveals a realistic and optimistic fabric of the future.”
The Washington Post Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“‘The Buried’ is …equal parts travelogue, history and memoir from a writer with a gift for conveying the profound humanity of his subjects.”
Geographical Calls THE BURIED: Life, Death and Revolution in Egypt by Peter Hessler a “spirited, deeply insightful book”
“Many have written on these dramatic events, but Hessler introduces unexpected prisms of enquiry and the intimate perspective of an endlessly curious observer of Egypt past and present.”
Radio Boston Interviews Peter Hessler on the Publication of THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution
Join host Callum Borchers as he asks the author what it was like to be a Western reporter based in Cairo during the Egyptian Revolution.
Shelf Awareness Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“Readers are advised to have Zevon’s extensive catalogue queued up to accompany this absorbing, compelling biography.”
National Public Radio Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“…a nuanced, in-depth, loving look at this complicated figure, one that helps cement him as one of the most complex and captivating musicians of our times.”
The Wall Street Journal Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“Mr. Hessler’s closely observed, touching and at times amusing chronicle …the book is an extraordinary work of reportage…”
UK’s Literary Review Lauds THE BURIED by Peter Hessler
David D. Kirkpatrick writes that the book is “Beautiful and heartbreaking. …Every page is vivid and engaging, and each chapter packs in surprises…”
THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler Launches Today!
Hear the author describe the book in this video produced by PenguinPress, the North American publisher of the book.
The Houston Press Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“Warren Zevon has never been the subject of a deep, rewarding and insightful biography of the late performer’s life and music. Until now. …an embarrassment of riches…”
Claire Prentice and Finding Humanity at the Side Show
On this episode of The Colin McEnroe Show, the author speaks about Dr. Martin Couney, the savior of thousands of infants in a Coney Island side show.
NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins an Amazon Best Book of the Month
The online bookseller highlights this revelatory biography of the legendary musician who died too soon.
Peter Hessler Book Tour for THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution
See Peter Hessler solo and in conversation with others in Cambridge, MA; New York, NY; Washington, DC; Miami/Coral Gables, FL; Culver City, CA; Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Denver, CO; and Boulder, CO.
Booklist Reviews NOTHING’S BAD LUCK: The Lives of Warren Zevon by C.M. Kushins
“A straightforward account, including a comprehensive discography, of Zevon’s fascinating creative life cut short by mesothelioma when he was
only 56.”
THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler to be May Book of the Month Pick
The 150,000 member club has announced that The Buried will be one of five selections for May 2019, one of the first non-fiction picks for the revamped club.