By Liv Osthus ’96. Dame Rocket Press, 2010. A collection of popular writings from the author’s days as the editor of Exotic Magazine that includes her take on red-lit Paris nights, rock ‘n’ roll’s backstages, New York City on 9/11, and the seedy wonderland of Portland’s underground. Continue reading »
By John Gould ’84. Lynne Rienner Publishers, 2011. An exploration of privatization’s role in the scramble for wealth and power in post-communist Europe, revealing the relationship between political liberalization and economic reform. Continue reading »
By Jane Roper ’96. Last Light Studio, 2011. A story of newlyweds who transform a sheep farm into a nontraditional, progressive summer camp for children. Years after the marriage ends, the couple’s children must decide what role the camp will play in their lives. Continue reading »
By Fountains of Wayne, featuring Chris Collingwood ’89 and Adam Schlesinger ’89. Yep Roc Records, 2011. The band’s fifth studio album, featuring 13 new songs, including the singles “Richie and Ruben” and “Someone’s Gonna Break Your Heart.”… Continue reading »
By Philip Fradkin ’57. University of California Press, 2011. A cross-generational perspective of the stories and sights of California, mixing history, geography, interviews and personal experiences with photographs taken by the author’s son Alex. Continue reading »
By Phillip Prodger ’89 and William Ewing. Steidl, 2011. A view of the more edgy, loose, complex, and ambiguous work of Haas, who is known for his vibrant color photography. Continue reading »
By Jennie S. Knight ’92. Chalice Press, 2011. An exploration of differing conceptions of God and how these images’ impact one’s self-image, relationship with the divine, and understanding of agency in the world, particularly in terms of feminism. Continue reading »
By Swoon, featuring Minnie Cho ’89. Vaulted Records, 2010. This sophomore album by the Brooklyn alternative pop-rock band features moody melodies and grungy guitars. Continue reading »
By John Sayles ’72. McSweeney’s, 2011. A historical novel set during the Philippine-American War and exploring the turn of the 20th century through the voices of figures who lived through it. Continue reading »
By John Canfield ’71 and Greg Smith. Black Lake Press, 2010. A management strategy that presents structured, deliberate collaboration as the primary method to reduce or eliminate dysfunction. Continue reading »
