Jul 14, 2008 - 04:06:12 CDT
The following books are available for citizen review. If you have an interest in the topic and some expertise, contact Tribune Editor John Irby at john.irby@;bismarcktribune.com.NEW
"Growing Leadership, Managing Developmental Chaos," by Glenn Jackson (of Bismarck). Instruction on how to preen through confusing, generic leadership models and establish development tools that facilitate lasting, effective results. 186 pages.
"You Lost Him at Hello," a saleswoman's secrets to closing the deal with any guy you want, by Jess McCann. Women make decisions with their hearts and hormones, instead of their heads. With the right moves, a woman can close the deal she wants. 254 pages.
"Won"t Get Fooled Again," by Joseph H. Boyett. A voter's guide to seeing through the lies, getting past the propaganda and choosing the best leaders. 231 pages.
"Last Call," by J.D. Seamus. A modern crime fiction, no-holds-barred tale about life, loyalty, love and libations. 302 pages.
"The Dominant Animal, Human Evolution and the Environment," by Paul R. Ehrlich and Anne H. Ehrlich. A look at how the humans of today are creating the world of humans tomorrow - and what it will take for civilization to survive. 368 pages.
"Early Bright," by Ami Silber. From black jazz clubs in Watts to tiny homes of war widows he cons, Louis Greenberg lives on the outside. No matter how charming he is, he is a white Jew, and that never goes away. 345 pages.
"Three Musketeers," by Marcelo Birmajer. A former Argentinean living in Israel returns to Buenos Aires in a story that stops at the bars and beaches and travels through a forgotten childhood and into a thrilling ending.
FAIRLY NEW
"Terminal Neglect," by Michael Rushnak. A novel about the "dark side" of the worlds of medicine, politics, government and big business colliding. 261 pages.
"50 Ways to Leave Your 40s," by Sheila Key and Peggy Spencer. A healthy look at healthy aging for those approaching or already passing the big "Five-Oh." 290 pages.
"What the Thunder Said," by Janet Perry. A collection of linked stories set against the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. 306 pages.
"Am I Important," by Jennifer Dame. A book by a North Dakotan where illustrations show the importance of children. 14 pages.
STILL AVAILABLE
"Joe's Law," by Sheriff Joe Arpaio and Len Sherman. America's toughest sheriff "takes on illegal immigration, drugs and everything else that threatens America." 262 pages.
"American Indian Places," by Frances H. Kennedy. The book includes 366 places that are of significance to American Indians. Included are eight places in North Dakota. 310 pages.
FINAL OPPORTUNITY
"It Happened on the Oregon Trail," by Tricia Martineau Wagner. The adventures of emigrants who headed west in search of a better life. 152 pages.
"It Happened on the Underground Railroad," by Tricia Martineau Wagner. Tales of rescues and stories of the people who aided slaves on their flight to freedom. 109 pages.
"Outsourcing America," by Ron Hira and Anil Hira. Book about how much outsourcing is taking place and its impact. 246 pages.
"For the Victims," by Roger Grubbs. The story of hidden corruption and corporate espionage and a family caught up in a battle of good vs. evil. 184 pages.
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