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Foreign Affairs Reviews THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“…destined to become the title that all first-time visitors to Egypt are urged to pack… full of scoundrels turned heroes and heroes turned scoundrels.”
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 by Peter Hessler Wins First Annual Peter Mackenzie Smith Book Prize
Awarded for improving understanding of the history, economy, culture, arts, music, literature, religions, beliefs and practices of Egypt.
Jake Adelstein’s TOKYO VICE series launches on HBO Max
After a long and winding road, the adaptation of the bestselling memoir is here, directed by Michael Mann and scripted by JT Rogers.
Kirkus Reviews DIRTY PICTURES by Brian Doherty
“A free-wheeling, frank account of the rise and fall of the underground comic scene. …Lively, well researched, and full of telling anecdotes; just the thing for comix aficionados and collectors.”
MORE IS MORE IS MORE: Today’s Maximalist Interiors by Carl Dellatore (Rizzoli) to publish September 13, 2022
“You’ll be hard pressed to find more jubilance between two pieces of clothbound cardboard, or anywhere else for that matter.”
The Wall Street Journal reviews WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE: A True Story of Love and Friendship by Martha Teichner
“…ostensibly a memoir about an oddball canine romance. Its deeper subject, though, is the romance of cities, particularly New York…”
CBS News features WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE: A True Story of Love and Friendship by Martha Teichner
Martha and the book were the subject of segments on CBS Sunday Morning and CBS This Morning
WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE: A True Story of Love and Friendship by Martha Teichner is an instant New York Times Bestseller
The book debuts at number 11 on the Print Hardcover Nonfiction list and number 10 on the Combined Print & E-Book list of February 21, 2021
The Washington Post reviews WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE: A True Story of Love and Friendship by Martha Teichner
“…we all have the capacity to create and build new friendships and attachments at whatever age or stage of life.”
Louise Penny Praises WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE by Martha Teichner (Celadon, February 2021)
“This is a love story, masterful, warm and funny, heartfelt and heartbreaking. I absolutely loved this book.”
Wall Street Journal Reviews ANNI AND JOSEF ALBERS: Equal and Unequal by Nicholas Fox Weber
“With its staggering array of photos and reproductions, this is a book meant to be browsed and savored rather than read straight through.”
Booklist reviews WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE: A True Story of Love and Friendship by Martha Teichner
“…anyone will find much to savor here—love of dogs not even required.”
The Magazine Antiques Reviews THE LOUVRE by James Gardner
“…retells and retraces the evolution of one of the world’s most complex architectural palimpsests with elegance, economy, and wit.”
Booklist Reviews HITCHCOCK BLONDE: A Cinematic Memoir by Sharon Dolin
“Dolin’s use of Hitchcock to exorcise past demons is an inspired mélange of cinematic critique and private confession.”
Kirkus Reviews WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE: A True Story of Love and Friendship by Martha Teichner
“A heartwarming and heartbreaking story of friendship and grief.”
Jazz Journal reviews STRAIGHTEN UP AND FLY RIGHT: The Life and Music of Nat King Cole by Will Friedwald
“…a valuable and immensely enjoyable addition to the library of all who are interested in jazz and popular song of the mid-twentieth century…”
Adam Gopnik Reviews THE LOUVRE by James Gardner in The New Yorker
“Gardner’s muscular, impatiently expert prose recalls Robert Hughes in his city books, ‘Barcelona’ and ‘Rome.'”
Wall Street Journal Reviews THE LOUVRE by James Gardner
“This history is told with all the great verve, insight and eye for detail that Mr. Gardner’s criticism is noted for.”
BookPage says ARTCURIOUS by Jennifer Dasal is “like a juicy novel”
“Dasal writes with humor and honesty, offering truth mixed with speculation…”
Kirkus Calls STRAIGHTEN UP AND FLY RIGHT: The Life and Music of Nat King Cole by Will Friedwald “Effusive”
“An effusive celebration of a multitalented performer.”
Terry Teachout Reviews STRAIGHTEN UP AND FLY RIGHT: The Life and Music of Nat King Cole by Will Friedwald in the Wall Street Journal
“…the last word about Nat King Cole for many years to come.”