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Category: Books and Literature
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Suleika Jaouad Revisits Bone Marrow Transplant in “American Symphony”
This month, writer Suleika Jaouad revisits her second bone marrow transplant in the documentary “American Symphony.”
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Overlooked No More: Elena Zelayeta, Emissary for Mexican Cooking
Beginning the 1930s in San Francisco, she transformed the image of her native Mexican cuisine in the United States with a restaurant and popular cookbooks, all while overcoming a loss of sight.
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Your Next 10 Steps After Watching the New ‘Napoleon’ Film
If you want to read his biography, or even see his horse, you can.
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The World of Jewelry in 4 New Books
Authors draw on records and personal descriptions to illuminate brands’ approaches to creativity.
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Black Thought of the Roots Is Here for ‘The Gilded Age’ and ’1883’
Tariq Trotter, the Roots frontman and author of the new book “The Upcycled Self,” loves a period drama when it’s done right.
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London Bookstore Creates Special Reprint Library
Hatchards, in London, says its series brings attention to overlooked or formerly out-of-print novels.
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What’s the Best Gift You Ever Received? Here’s 6 Replies.
The responses include a trip through Canada, earrings and several books.
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This Holiday Season, The Best Gifts Cost Nothing at All
In a season of high spirits and spirited spending, experts say focusing on sentiment over receipts is more likely to bring holiday cheer.
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Book Review: ‘Living the Beatles Legend,’ by Kenneth Womack
A new biography resuscitates the colorful, tragic life of Mal Evans: roadie, confidant, procurer, cowbell player.
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Henry Diltz Won’t Stop Until He’s Partying on the Other Side
At 85, Henry Diltz is one of the last great rock photographers still living (and working). His new book is a document of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, the ’60s and his own history.
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A Cozy Hudson Valley Bookshop With an Emphasis on Female Authors
Plus: handcrafted steamer trunks, a new Chinese restaurant in Lower Manhattan and more recommendations from T Magazine.