Lincoln books thrive on the Civil War era legend
The essay notes that Abraham Lincoln dominates 147 years of publishing with works ranging from brief studies to multi volume biographies. It links Lincoln’s fame to the Civil War and the American dream from rags to riches, urging that future books will deepen our view of the conflict and its impact.
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Allan Nevins
New York Times Book Review
Governor Tryon and His Palace reviewed in UNC press book
Alonzo Thomas Dill surveys the Tryon Palace story, its construction and era, and the political social life of colonial New Bern. The work highlights the palace as a landmark and notes Dill’s readable style, footnote absence, and rich illustrations.
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Norfolk
Norfolk Virginian Pilot
Small Town GREEN POND Novel Overview
A Southern town portrait through Evan Brandon’s first novel. Vic Thornwell brings modern medicine to Green Pond amid Jezebel Inchurch’s schemes and banker Robert Inchurch’s power. Vic’s twin, Jake, leads the church while Mama Amazon anchors the Thornwell household and town dynamics.
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Robert Inchurch
Vic
Jake
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Catawba
Strugg
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Eterrat
Ten North Frederick earns National Book Award praise
John O'Hara's Ten North Frederick, set in Gibbsville Pennsylvania, is reviewed as a polished psychological study of Joe Chapin and his family. The critic notes the novel's clinical precision and strong characters, while questioning its fit for the National Book Award amid other notable titles.
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Neal Austin
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Andersonville
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Band of Angels
Laughter It All Started With Europa
Richard Armour’s short history-book spoof surveys Europe from prehistoric times to the Cold War in 119 pages. It parodies events and figures from Egypt to Napoleon, Churchill to Lenin with wit and playful digs while praising Armour’s finesse and Benchley-esque charm.
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Robert Benchley
Richard E. Bennett
Will Rogers Sanity Is Where You Find It
Review of Will Rogers Sanity Is Where You Find It edited by Donald Day. Compiles Rogers columns and radio scripts offering biting yet affectionate satire of American life from 1925 to 1955. The volume, praised for its humorous safety valve role and accessible introduction to Rogers.
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Best of a Clockwork Ring Of Truth In Fiction
Neal Austin praises a novel as the best of the author, noting it rings with truth unlike Appointment in Samarra and A Rage to Live. He calls it a book to be read for its aboutness, though not photographic, and heartily recommends it to readers seeking top flight fiction.
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