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New in May from the University of Nebraska Press: the first English translation of Jules Verne's The Golden Volcano, a memoir about growing up in the Enders Hotel of Soda Springs, Idaho, and a guide to Nebraska's Cowboy Recreation and Nature trail. New paperback editions include a timely study of wildfire in America as well as Restoring the Burnt Child by William Kloefkorn. Browse all of our new books here.
Praise for A Sacred Feast: Reflections on Sacred Harp Singing and Dinner on the Ground by Kathryn Eastburn
“Dishes with charming names like ‘Ivalene Donaldson’s Lazy Man Fruit Pie’ beg to be tested. A Sacred Feast appears equal parts historical documentary and cookbook, with the pensive, yet lively and descriptive writing for which the author is regarded.”—Matthew Schniper, Colorado Independent
Chief Bender’s Burden: The Silent Struggle of a Baseball Star by Tom Swift“A gem. . . . Swift’s mission is to reassert Bender as an important figure in the history of the game, both as a player and a groundbreaking figure. His book does well in both ways.”—Kevin Canfield, Chicago Sun-Times
To read earlier praise for Chief Bender's Burden, please visit http://nebraskapress.typepad.com/university_of_nebraska_pr/2008/02/starred-review.html.
Interior Places by Lisa Knopp“Interior Places is a great sample of local nature writing, making it ideal for academic study or for those who want to start reading creative nonfiction.—Ryan Borchers, Omaha World-Herald
To read earlier praise for Interior Places, please link to http://nebraskapress.typepad.com/university_of_nebraska_pr/2008/01/praise-for-inte.html.
The War for America, 1775–1783 by Piers Mackesy“[A] brilliant, classic history of the American Revolution. . . . I hadn’t known about The War for America until earlier this year, when it was recommended by friends steeped in strategic thinking. . . . Mackesy’s book was first published in 1964 and is still in print in paperback. He calls it a ‘strategic history,’ which he describes as the no-man’s-land between a diplomatic history of a war and a narrative history of its battles. It is the single best such work that I ever have encountered.”—Thomas E. Ricks, Washington Post Book World
THE LINKS THAT BECOME US
Featured this month by the University of Nebraska Press is, What Becomes You by Aaron Raz Link
and Hilda Raz. A Collaborative memoir by mother and son, it chronicles the journey from female to male, and scientist to performer of Aaron Raz Link. Hilda Raz, a well known poet and feminist, plays the role of the “astonished” parent who watches the process from the standpoint of both mother and academic. With the poignant perspectives of mother and son, we can see how the self-identification methods we use to create our own lives can have significant impact on the ones we love. Ranging from the scientific to the personal, this book transcends issues of gender, science, career, and even family to come to a conclusion simply human. This week Linking in Lincoln will explore topics with the same variety and (hopefully) thoughtfulness. So link away, bloggers!
Within recent years, the term “Transgender” has become increasingly commonplace. Yet, while perhaps not prominent, their impact on the community has always existed. To get a feel for what the often silenced group has contributed, here is a website devoted to Famous Transgender People ….Who are Known for Something Else.
Hilda Raz is a famous poet, feminist, editor, essayist, and reviewer (not to mention former professor of mine!) who’s impact on the literary world has been significant to say the least. But don’t just take my word for it, check out her website here.
Are you like me (and pretty much everyone else I know), and have no clue what Taxonomy is? Well then check out the greatest resource for all unknown questions at Wikipedia.
Think your life is worthy of print? If so, then take a gander at the Scholastic website to find out how to Write Your Own Memoir
Just a bit jealous that Aaron and Hilda Raz could get along so well they could write a memoir together? I might be myself, a little…. Well fear no longer, here are some steps to dealing with even the most (do we even use the word…?) “involved” mothers. Take a look and get on the fast track to writing your own mother/child memoir at ehow.com
That’s it for today dear bloggers. I hope we’ve inspired you to take a closer look at your own memoir worthy life. Don’t forget to check out What Becomes You this month from the University of Nebraska Press…and make sure to put your mother on speed dial!
The Enders Hotel: A Memoir by Brandon R. Schrand
“Schrand’s deeply textured memoir of life in a small Idaho town boasts a rich palette of glittering iridescent hues, somber earth tones, and delicate, evocative washes. . . . Schrand’s memoir sings, stirring the senses as much as the soul.”—Whitney Scott, Booklist
For previous reviews of The Enders Hotel, please visit http://nebraskapress.typepad.com/university_of_nebraska_pr/2008/02/praise-for-th-1.html.
1.True; 2. C; 3. 6 million; 4. True; 5. D; 6. All of them; 7. True; 8. Alaska
How did you do?
0-2: I think your score just took a nosedive!
3-5: Don't feel too bad, you just hit a bit of turbulence!
6-8: With that score we might just bump you to first class!
Nez Perce Country by Alvin M. Josephy Jr.“A highly readable text . . . . Josephy was well-suited for the task of writing a comprehensive overview. . . . He probably knew and cared about Nez Perce history and the Nez Perce people as much as any non-Nez Perce writer. . . . We should value this representation of Nez Perce culture and history for what it is: a comprehensive historical description of the Nez Perce Indians by a major writer who spent his life studying and befriending the Nez Perce people.”—Indigenous Issues Today
Read previous praise for Nez Perce Country at http://nebraskapress.typepad.com/university_of_nebraska_pr/2007/11/praise-for-nez.html.
TRIVIA FROM THE EDGE OF TUESDAY
New from the University of Nebraska Press is, Hard Air: Adventures from the Edge of flying, by W. Scott Olsen. As a pilot himself, Olsen creates a vivid world of everyday danger. Flying in hurricanes, firestorms, and engine killing cold all for missions where the only objective is “get there, do the job, and get out alive.” This week for our Tuesday Trivia, we will become experts in all things flying. Think your knowledge can soar above the rest? Then let’s just test that, shall we?
1.True or false: Fear of flying is called Ptermoerhanophobia and affects 9% of Americans
2. Turbulence, Strong Winds, Ice, and Clouds are all called “The Confederate Resistance” and can be found flying where?
A. Alaska
B. Antarctica
C. Appalachian Mountains
D. Lincoln, NE
3. A 747-400 plane has how many parts?
4. True or False: A captain for British Airways once kept his passengers in “Jet Detention” to find out who was smoking in the lavatory.
5. Flight data recorders are called “black boxes” despite being what color?
A. White
B. Red
C. Pink
D. Orange
6. Which of these famous people are afraid of flying?
A. Woody Allen
B. Stanley Kubrick
C. Cher
D. Jennifer Aniston
7.True or false: People frequently dream about flying a split second before they subsequently fall out of bed?
8. In what state is it illegal to push a live moose out of an aircraft?
A. North Carolina
B. Colorado
C. Alaska
D. Montana
Check back tomorrow for the answers!
