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RJ Julia Booksellers
768 Boston Post Road
Madison, CT 06443
203.245.3959
800.74.READS
books@rjjulia.com
Mon-Sat: 9am – 9pm
Sun 10am – 6pm
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Serving Lunch, Dinner, Homemade Pastries, Coffee and Tea
Mon-Sat: 9am - 9pm
Sun: 10am - 6pm
Managed by La Rosticceria, Carry Out Caterers
The RJ Café is proud to display unique art exhibits from the ALVA Gallery in New London, CT
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| R.J. JULIA AWARDS |
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| THE FAITH MIDDLETON SHOW ON WNPR |
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Faith Middleton
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The Book Show
WNPR-Connecticut Public Radio
90.5 FM Hartford/New Haven
89.1 FM Norwich/New London
88.5 FM Stamford/Greenwich
91.3 FM Southampton
99.5 FM Storrs
"My book buddies, Roxanne Coady of R.J. Julia Booksellers in Madison, CT, Dr. Rose Quiello, lecturer in English at Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, and enthusiastic reader Sally Gessner join me in the studio every two weeks. Occasionally Lee Jacobis, author and former professor at the University of Connecticut, drops in as well.
We tell you about the books we've enjoyed recently, and listeners are invited to tell us about your favorite books on line. E-mail us at faithwnpr@aol.com. Tell us in a couple of sentences about an all-time favorite book, or a recent great read, and why you love it. Adults and children are welcome! We'll read your letters over the air."
- Faith Middleton
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| RECENT BOOKS |
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Show Date: September 28, 2007
ROXANNE'S PICKS:
A Woman in Charge
by by Carl Bernstein
I loved this study of Hillary Clinton - it gave me a different understanding of a complex and fascinating woman. Bernstein presents a very neutral view with just enough gossip to make it interesting, and includes a number of interviews with those who know her well - many of them done before she was a presidential candidate. An important book in this pre-election year.
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Missing Alice: In Search of a Mother's Voice
by Susan Letzler Cole
Written by an Albertus Magnus professor, this is a memoir of Cole's mother, and their relationship, through letters, history and diaries. What is great about it is that it is a wonderful portrait of a "regular" person - it celebrates the day-to-dayness of growing up, and the impact that one person can have in just an ordinary life.
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ROSE'S PICKS:
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This Boy's Life: A Memoir
by Tobias Wolff
This is the memoir that turned me on to memoirs! One of my favorites. The story of Wolff's growing up in the 50's, moving with his mom from state to state, getting into trouble and then re-inventing himself. Moving, passionate, and honest - with wonderful writing. (Great to read along with a memoir written by his brother, Geoffrey, Duke of Deception: Memories of My Father, ISBN-13: 9780679727521).
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Snow Falling on Cedars
by David Guterson
This mystery is set on a small island of the coast of Washington shortly after World War II. When a murder takes place, the racial tensions between Japanese and whites explode, and the hostility is on both sides. A haunting novel - you won't forget it.
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LEE'S PICKS:
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The Canon: A Whirligig Tour of the Beautiful Basics of Science
by Natalie Angiere
This is a wonderful book - chapters on physics, chemistry, geology, scientific thinking, evolutionary biology, astronomy, among others. Angiere brings the reader - adult readers -- up to speed on what is happening in contemporary science. The chapter on astronomy blew my mind - the numbers were astounding. Occasionally her writing gets a little cute in attempting to make it understandable, but overall she is brilliant!
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On The Wealth of Nations
by P. J. O'Rourke
One of the first titles in Atlantic Monthly Press' "Books That Changed the World" series, (or perhaps 'books that are important that you never read'), this is written by a noted satirist. The Wealth of Nations, by Adam Smith, was published in 1776, and is extremely long and weighty, but it is the basis of our economy. O'Rourke summarizes its main principles and explains why they are important in an approachable, witty, and insightful way.
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FAITH'S PICKS:
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Away
by Amy Bloom
A breath-taking book from the well-known short story writer - one of the best novels I've read in years. The story of Lillian Leyb, who comes to America after her family is destroyed in a Russian pogrom. Involved in the Yiddish theatre in NY, she hears that her daughter might still be alive, and she sets off on a remarkable journey of discovery. The writing is gorgeous, the story fabulous - this is a sensational book that matters.
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The Art Thief
by Noah Charney
A thriller set in Rome, Paris, and London where three masterpieces have vanished. Written by a renowned researcher into crimes in the art world, Charney is incredibly knowledgeable - so this is the best art mystery I've read. A fascinating glimpse into the world of stolen art and the personalities involved. |
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Saints Behaving Badly:
by Sophie Gee
Set in the early 1700s, this new novel has Alexander Pope as a young man just starting out. Has a Sense and Sensibility feel to it - extremely atmospheric. It's got everything - mystery, romance, and solid writing. I'm loving it! |
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And Also Mentioned:
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1st Annual Literary Ball
Given by the Friends of the West Hartford Public Library
October 13 from 7 - 11 p.m.
$60 per person
You are encouraged to attend as your favorite literary figure!
For more information go to www.westhartfordlibrary.org
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Find out what else is happening on The Faith Middleton Show.
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Book Show Archives:
 February 15, 2008
February 1, 2008
January 18, 2008
December 7, 2007
November 23, 2007
November 9, 2007
October 12, 2007
September 28, 2007
August 31, 2007
August 19, 2007
August 2, 2007
May 11, 2007
April 27, 2007
April 13, 2007
March 30, 2007
March 2, 2007
February 16, 2007
January 5, 2007 (repeat of 11/10/06)
December 22, 2006
November 24, 2006
November 10, 2006
October 27, 2006
September 29, 2006 (repeat of 9/1/06)
September 15, 2006
September 1, 2006
August 18, 2006
August 4, 2006
July 21, 2006 (repeat of 6/9/06)
July 7, 2006 (repeat of 3/17/06)
June 9, 2006
May 23, 2006
April 14, 2006
March 31, 2006
March 17, 2006
March 3, 2006
February 14, 2006 (repeat of 10/14/05)
February 3, 2006
January 20, 2006
January 6, 2006 (repeat of 11/25/05)
December 23, 2005 (repeat of 11/11/05)
December 9, 2005
November 25, 2005
November 11, 2005
October 14, 2005
September 30, 2005
September 16, 2005
September 2, 2005
August 19, 2005
August 5, 2005
July 22, 2005
June 24, 2005 (repeat of 06/10/05)
June 10, 2005
May 27, 2005 (repeat of 01/21/05)
May 13, 2005 (repeat of 01/21/05)
April 29, 2005 (no show)
April 15, 2005
April 1, 2005
March 18, 2005 (repeat of 02/18/05)
March 4, 2005 (repeat of 01/21/05)
February 18, 2005
February 1, 2005
January 21, 2005
January 7, 2005
December 24, 2004
December 6, 2004
November 26, 2004 (repeat of 03/5/04)
November 12, 2004
October 29, 2004 (repeat of 09/17/04)
October 12, 2004
October 1, 2004
September 17, 2004
September 3, 2004 (not a book show)
August 20, 2004 (Julia Child special, not a book show)
August 6, 2004
July 23, 2004
July 9, 2004 (repeat of 05/14/04)
June 25, 2004 (repeat of 04/16/04)
June 11, 2004 (repeat of 03/19/04)
May 14, 2004
April 28, 2004
April 16, 2004
April 2, 2004 (repeat of 2/20/04)
March 19, 2004
March 5, 2004
February 20, 2004
February 3, 2004
January 23, 2004
December 16, 2003
December 5, 2003
November 21, 2003
November 7, 2003 (repeat of 8/22/03)
October 30, 2003
October 17, 2003
October 3, 2003
September 19, 2003
September 5, 2003 (repeat of 5/30/03)
August 22, 2003
August 9, 2003
July 25, 2003
July 11, 2003
June 28, 2003
June 13, 2003
May 30, 2003
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