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Frantz Fanon biography chronicles the life and legacy of a revolutionary icon

NPR Book Reviews - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 1:31pm

Fanon, who died in 1961, wrote about the politics and psychology of colonialism. In The Rebel's Clinic, Adam Shatz captures the thorny brilliance of a man whose radicalism is still shaping our world.

Frantz Fanon biography chronicles the life and legacy of a revolutionary icon

NPR Book Reviews - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 1:31pm

Fanon, who died in 1961, wrote about the politics and psychology of colonialism. In The Rebel's Clinic, Adam Shatz captures the thorny brilliance of a man whose radicalism is still shaping our world.

Robie Harris, Often-Banned Children’s Author, Is Dead at 83

NY Times Book Reviews - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 11:50am

Her children’s books on matters of sex and sexuality — notably “It’s Perfectly Normal” — became fodder for the culture wars.

Robie Harris, Often-Banned Children’s Author, Is Dead at 83

New York Times Book News - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 11:50am

Her children’s books on matters of sex and sexuality — notably “It’s Perfectly Normal” — became fodder for the culture wars.

Book Review: ‘Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here,’ by Jonathan Blitzer

NY Times Book Reviews - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 6:46am

In “Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here,” Jonathan Blitzer connects the dots between U.S. foreign policy in Central America and the migrant crisis.

Book Review: ‘Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here,’ by Jonathan Blitzer

New York Times Book News - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 6:46am

In “Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here,” Jonathan Blitzer connects the dots between U.S. foreign policy in Central America and the migrant crisis.

Book Review: ‘Burma Sahib,’ by Paul Theroux

NY Times Book Reviews - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 5:00am

Paul Theroux’s new novel, “Burma Sahib,” explores the writer’s formative experiences in colonial Myanmar.

Book Review: ‘Burma Sahib,’ by Paul Theroux

New York Times Book News - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 5:00am

Paul Theroux’s new novel, “Burma Sahib,” explores the writer’s formative experiences in colonial Myanmar.

Book Review: ‘Trondheim,’ by Cormac James

NY Times Book Reviews - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 5:00am

In his new novel, “Trondheim,” the author Cormac James explores the terrible dread and peculiar quality of watching over a loved one in the hospital.

Book Review: ‘Trondheim,’ by Cormac James

New York Times Book News - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 5:00am

In his new novel, “Trondheim,” the author Cormac James explores the terrible dread and peculiar quality of watching over a loved one in the hospital.

Romance: February 2024

LibraryAware - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 5:00am

Flirt with romance--whether you like your lovin' with ghosts, spies, or knights in shining armor, this newsletter will deliver, sealed with a kiss. Monthly.

Delivered: 2/5/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mahjong Madness Mondays

Events: Ventnor - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 12:28am

Open to adults. Registration required. Come to the library and have a friendly game of Chinese Mahjong. For those who do not know how to play, there will be instruction and guidance to learn this fun table game. All materials provided. Masks are optional. All programs are subject to changes of cancellation.

Sit-N-Knit

Events: Somers Point - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 12:28am

Open to adults. Registration required. Bring your current project to the library to discuss, practice and learn your craft with fellow knitters in a fun and welcoming environment. Checkout some knitting books for ideas. Bring your supplies. Light packaged snacks served. Please inform staff of any food allergies. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

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Frantz Fanon biography chronicles the life and legacy of a revolutionary icon

Frantz Fanon biography chronicles the life and legacy of a revolutionary icon

Robie Harris, Often-Banned Children’s Author, Is Dead at 83

Robie Harris, Often-Banned Children’s Author, Is Dead at 83

Book Review: ‘Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here,’ by Jonathan Blitzer

Book Review: ‘Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here,’ by Jonathan Blitzer

Book Review: ‘Burma Sahib,’ by Paul Theroux

Book Review: ‘Burma Sahib,’ by Paul Theroux

Book Review: ‘Trondheim,’ by Cormac James

Book Review: ‘Trondheim,’ by Cormac James

Romance: February 2024

Mahjong Madness Mondays

Sit-N-Knit

Closed: Presidents Day

Book Review: ‘The Bishop and the Butterfly,’ by Michael Wolraich

Book Review: ‘The Bishop and the Butterfly,’ by Michael Wolraich

A Review of Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler’s Book on Presidential Love Letters

A Review of Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler’s Book on Presidential Love Letters

Book Review: ‘Are You Prepared for the Storm of Love Making?,’ by Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler

Book Review: ‘Are You Prepared for the Storm of Love Making?,’ by Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler

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