Perseus Books Group Monthly Newsletter - February 2011

The Monthly Newsletter for the Independent Reader February 2011 The Classic Book Is Now Enhanced for Your iPad! More · Buy Roots: The Enhanced Edition by Alex Haley Roots is a groundbreaking story of history and family that spanned continents and touched generations. One of the most important books  ever to appear, Roots galvanized the nation and created an extraordinary political, racial, social and cultural dialogue. It won both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award. Roots: The Enhanced Edition features rare interviews with author Alex Haley from the NBC News Archives that took place as the Roots phenomenon unfolded over 30 years ago. There are also recordings, footage and photos from the Haley family, all of which provide a unique understanding of Alex Haley’s journey researching and writing the book.  In new video interviews Tom Brokaw and David Wilson reflect on the story’s lasting impact, and more. Roots: The Enhanced Edition is truly definitive—adding unmatched, sweep, context and insight to this ever-relevant classic. » Watch the Trailer » Today Show Appearance NY Times Bestseller! Boys to Men? Veganist Lose Weight, Get Healthy, Change the World by Kathy Freston From bestselling author Kathy Freston comes a fresh, upbeat look at how changing the way you eat can improve your health and the world around you. » Oprah Appearance More · Buy Manning Up How the Feminist Revolution Turned Men into Boys by Kay Hymowitz Essayist and provocateur Kay Hymowitz explores the unintended consequences of the feminist revolution — the infantilization of young men and the rise of lad culture. » WSJ Excerpt » WSJ Response More · Buy Fix Your Fairytale Lessons from a Legend More · Buy Project: Happily Ever After Saving Your Marriage When the Fairytale Falters by Alisa Bowman A fearlessly honest and humorous account of Bowman's journey from "divorce daydreamer" to renewing her vows. Equal parts funny, poignant, and useful, Bowman's story gives other miserably-married folks courage and hope. More · Buy An Improvised Life A Memoir by Alan Arkin From the Oscar-winning co-star of Little Miss Sunshine, a reflection on what theater—specifically the improvisational sort—has taught him about both craft and life. » Watch Arkin "Discuss" His Book A Sensational Speech Closing the Gap The Speech A Historic Filibuster on Corporate Greed and the Decline of Our Middle Class by Bernie Sanders On 12/10/10, Senator Bernie Sanders gave a speech for over 8.5 hours. His speech, published in its entirety with a new introduction by the senator, was a plea for fundamental policy change that reflects the needs of working families. More · Buy A Chance to Make History What Works and What Doesn't in Providing an Excellent Education for All by Wendy Kopp On Teach For America's 20th anniversary, its founder offers an inspiring summation of the lessons learned: the achievement gap can be closed, and there's nothing elusive about what it will take. » Today Show Appearance More · Buy Also Available  Bridesmaid on a Budget by Sharon Naylor Rock Bottom by Erin Brockovich & C.J. Lyons Europe Through the Back Door 2011 by Rick Steves Alone Together by Sherry Turkle How We Age by Marc E. Agronin, MD Wikileaks by David Leigh & Luke Harding Stay Connected  Send Us Your Comments Check Out Our Podcasts Visit Our Library Blog Order Desk & Exam Copies Sign Up for Our Newsletters Visit Our Website Visit Our Websites: Perseus Books Group · Perseus Podcasts · Library Services · Perseus Academic The Perseus Books Group · 387 Park Avenue South · New York, NY 10016