NONFICTION

The Boy Who Would Be Shakespeare: A Tale of Forgery and Folly
Doug Stewart. DaCapo, $24.95 (224p) ISBN 9780306818318
William Henry Ireland was an unassuming law clerk in Georgian England when heseemingly stumbled on the greatest literary find of his generation-a chest ofdocuments in the home of an unnamed patron, full of Shakespeare's receipts,private letters, and a draft of an unpublished play. This find brought fame andnotoriety to Ireland and his father, Samuel, a collector with a low opinion ofhis son. Soon, however, that fame turned to ignominy when it is was revealedthat Ireland's Shakespearean trove was entirely fabricated; perhaps even moretragic was Samuel's unwillingness to believe his son had the talent to executethe forgery. Stewart's exhaustively researched examination of the Irelands'rise and fall is as entertaining as it is informative; modern readers,accustomed to Shakespeare's place of reverence, will be surprised to learn howignorant Georgian England was of his work. Where Stewart's research trulyshines is in accessing Ireland's human motivations-his desire for approval andartistic legitimacy, not profit, distinguishes him from other cons, making himneither wholly despicable nor pitiable. History and literary enthusiasts willbe delighted with this smart investigation into a high-minded hoax. (Apr.)

Cheesemonger: A Life on the Wedge
Gordon Edgar. Chelsea Green, $17.95 (256p) ISBN 9781603582377
Beginning with the Antique Gruyere that awoke his sleeping palate to thewonders and possibilities of cheese, professional cheesemonger Edgar recountsthe path that landed him behind the cheese counter of a San Francisco co-op.Armed with a healthy disdain for pretentiousness and a liberal attitude rootedin punk rock and activism, Edgar provides engaging, illuminating essays on theintricacies of cheese and its production-from milk to the use of hormones tomethods of farming-as well as profiles of well-known varieties; he even makesroom for oft-maligned American Cheese (Edgar himself was raised on Velveeta andKraft Singles), as well as entertaining digressions on crazy customers.Unfortunately, Edgar's asides can irritate as often as they inform, repeatinghis thoughts on issues like the logistics of food cooperatives and challengesfacing the nation's milk producers. Edgar's passion for the subject, includingits politics and social implications, is unassailable, and should give readersa new perspective on their favorite wedge of fromage. The book works best as abulletin from the front lines, rather than a guide to distinguishing Cashelfrom Maytag Blue; it should prove most interesting to locavores, fellowcheesemongers, and those interested in the U.S. food industry. (Mar.)

tstar2Flawless: Inside the Largest DiamondHeist in History
Scott Andrew Selby and Greg Campbell. Sterling/Union Square, $24.95 (336p)ISBN 9781402766510
Two experts on diamonds-Selby wrote his master's thesis on them, Campbellauthored Blood Diamonds: Tracing theDeadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones-turn in a top-notchtrue-crime read while dissecting the plot, the payoff, and the post-opinvestigation of a group of professional thieves who ripped off a supposedlyimpregnable vault in Antwerp, the heart of the world's diamond trade. As Selbyand Campbell probe the personalities and mechanics behind the 2003 heist,readers will learn plenty about diamonds, their value and handling, theubiquitous black market, the history of De Beers, the intricacies of insurance,and the safeguards (or lack thereof) meant to secure a constant flow of cut anduncut diamonds. Readers will also become familiar with the elite fraternity ofthieves determined to carry out the impossible crime, known as the "School ofTurin," and it's hard not to root for them. The minutiae of the preparation,the drama of the robbery, and the details of the investigation are all equallyfascinating, supplying myriad surprises all the way through the machinations ofthe Belgium justice system (even now, the loot is still at large). Like adiamond, this true-life caper is clear, colorful, and brilliant. 24 b&willus. (Feb.)

Lift
Kelly Corrigan. Hyperion, $16.99 (96p) ISBN 9781401341244
Penned as a letter to her two young daughters, the latest from author Corriganis an attempt to illuminate their particular relationship ("I want to put downon paper how things started with us"), and an ambitious, inspirational meditationon parenthood in general. A slim volume, it perhaps suffers for its brevity butrecounts engagingly events like Corrigan and her husband's decision to start afamily, and baby Claire's bout with viral meningitis, "the beginning of how Icame to know what a bold and dangerous thing parenthood is." She also examinesthe gifts all mothers hope to present their kids: "a decent childhood, moregood memories than bad, some values, a sense of a tribe, a run at happiness."Fans of Corrigan's The Middle Place, a memoir of her fight with cancer,will welcome the return of figures like Corrigan's father, Greenie, and shouldappreciate her wistful but down-to-earth thoughts on parenthood. Newcomersmight be less inspired, but should appreciate Corrigan's charm and honesty. (Mar.)


A Tale of Two Mailers

In new memoirs, two close personal friends of Norman Mailer remember the literary lion very differently.

Loving Mailer
Carole Mallory. Phoenix, $22.95 (262p) ISBN 9781607477150
Writer-model-actress Mallory provides a titillating account of hernot-so-secret life with late, legendary author Norman Mailer, beginning in 1983when the Hollywood starlet met Mailer at literary hotspot Elaine's. It washardly love at first sight: their first time, Mallory thinks of Humpty Dumpty,while Mailer coos lines like "Take off your panties. I want to experience yoursoul." Mallory and Mailer maintained a long, tempestuous relationship-he calledher "each week...for nine years"-that revolved around sex and writing. Mailer wasa strict mentor, but Mallory benefited from his association, publishingextensively during their time together. Mallory harbored the notion that shemight become Mailor's seventh wife, "because of the way Norman made love to me,"but ultimately concluded that Mailer would not leave his sixth wife because "sheknew things about Norman that he did not want revealed," including his possiblebisexuality. Unfortunately, Mallory's whining and armchair psychoanalysisquickly wears through reader goodwill; by the time Mailer leaves Mallory inSeptember 1991, it's impossible to work up any sympathy, though Mailer fans won'tbe surprised by the literary legend's personal shortcomings. (Apr.)

Mornings with Mailer: A Recollection of Friendship
Dwayne Raymond. Harper Perennial, $13.99 paper (352p) ISBN 9780061733598
In 2003, hard at work and happily ensconced at his home in Provincetown, Mass.,Norman Mailer invited young writer Raymond, a casual acquaintance, to becomehis assistant, beginning a relationship that would change Raymond's life andease the end of the literary icon's. Raymond's responsibilities were varied,including researcher, cook, critic, and technology liaison, enabling him tocatalog Mailer's idiosyncrasies in work and home life ("He would suggest I buythe best possible wine for dinner guests and then ask me to make sure we hadplenty of Hershey's Bars"). Raymond was clearly enchanted with Mailer, and thisintimate but respectful look at Mailer's life is entirely free of mudslinging;Mailer is portrayed as a devoted husband (to sixth wife Barbara), and anindulgent father. Through devoted eyes, Mailer emerges a witty, hard-working,tragic figure: discussing the Norman Mailer Society, he complains that "mostauthors are dead who have these societies. I feel slightly pushed ahead."Raymond also captures the sobering moments of a legend approaching its end,including a particular moving scene in which the extended family gathers aroundMailer in a hospital room, passing around a clandestine rum cocktail. (Feb.)


The Lunatic Express: Discovering theWorld...Via Its Most Dangerous Buses, Boats, Trains and Planes
Carl Hoffman. Broadway, $24.99 (304) ISBN 9780767929806
Travel and technology journalist Hoffman (HuntingWarbirds) had two motives for penning this tour of the world's mostlife-threatening modes of transportation, including trains in India, buses inSouth America, and trucks in Afghanistan: to expose the "parallel reality,"obscured by the tourism industry, of millions for whom "travel was still apunishing, unpredictable, and sometimes deadly work of travail"; and forthrills. By the first measure-showing how much of the world gets from place toplace-Hoffman is commendably fascinating: his depiction of the horrors peopleendure just to see family members or get to work is unforgettable.Unfortunately, Hoffman's secondary motive dominates much of the ruminatingprose, and it's hard to sympathize with his middle-aged family-man angst whenhe's subjecting his teenage daughter to a 24-hour ride across South Americanmountains in a bus with no bathroom. Elsewhere, a powerful description of theIndian train system segues into a tepid quasi-love affair. Readers with thepatience to avoid some self-indulgent side-tracks will find much to reconsiderduring their next tough commute. (Mar.)

Mother Jones: Raising Cain andConsciousness
Simon Cordery. Univ. of New Mexico, $21.95 (248p) ISBN 9780826348104
A key organizer in the early American union movement of the late 1800s, MotherJones encouraged many groups of American workers to stand up for their rightsin the face of larger-than-life foes like Carnegie and Rockefeller, becoming apowerful symbol in her own time as well as in the civil rights movements of the1960s and '70s. Author and professor Cordery (British Friendly Societies, 1750-1918) has produced an exhaustivebiography of Mary Harris Jones, drawn mostly from her own testimonials andprimary source accounts of her work-which the activist-agitator didn't beginuntil her sixties. Cordery is quick not to take Jones's words at face value-hercommitment was to the cause, not to truth-but his reportorial rigor takes a lotof steam out of the proceedings, making for a scandalously dry narrative abouta figure central to some veryinteresting times. 22 b&w illus. (Mar.)

Playing in the Unified Field: Raisingand Becoming Conscious, Creative Human Beings
Carla Hannaford. Great River (Midpoint, dist.), $16.95 paper (256p) ISBN9780915556397
In this scientific self-help, educator and biologist Hannaford (Smart Moves: Why Learning Is Not All In YourHead) uses research into atoms, photons, and earth fields to illuminate thecapacity for and importance of living in the moment. She also explores thepower of chronic stress to limit us, the overuse of prescription drugs fordepression, and the proven effectiveness of therapies like exercise, community,and listening to music. Every chapter is heavy on science theory, propelled byHannaford's sure voice and enthusiasm, and all focused toward revealing theeveryday reality of human consciousness and relationships. Science, it turnsout, can turn some of our most basic ideas on their heads and provide the basisfor seemingly extra-sensory phenomena; for instance, the electromagnetic fieldsgenerated by the heart and brain extend outside the body, and can influence themental and emotional states of those around us. Hannaford explains howscientific research continues to expand upon, rather than circumsribe, thepotential of human consciousness, broadening horizons for all kinds of humanexperience. (Mar.)

tstar2Political Awakenings: Conversations with History
Harry Kreisler. New Press, $17.95 paper (304p) ISBN 9781595583406
For more than 25 years, the University of California's Kreisler has beenconducting hour-long interviews with "the distinguished men and women who passthrough Berkeley on a daily basis" for a series he calls "Conversations withHistory." In this remarkable collection, Kreisler selects 20 converations,spotlighting some of the most important activists, academics, and journalistsof our generation, including Elizabeth Warren, Michael Pollan, Tariq Ali,Howard Zinn, and Oliver Stone. Having honed his craft over decades, Kreislerposes provocative, open-ended questions leagues deeper than typical soundbite-centered journalism. While discussion ranges from apartheid with JusticeAlbie Sachs to the Iranian revolution with Nobel Peace Prize-winning lawyerShirin Ebadi, Kreisler also investigates the formative experiences of eachsubject. Offering insight into world events, as well as the life and careerpaths of those who work for change, this study in the art of thoughtful dissentshould fascinate anyone interested in activism and world events, especially newand soon-to-be graduates. (Mar.)

The Sensitive Liberal's Guide to Life:How to Banter with Your Barista, Hug Mindfully, and Relate to Friends whochoose Kids over Dogs
An Uptight Seattleite. Gotham, $15 paper (224p) ISBN 9781592405299
More than a spoof of politically correct mores, this enhanced collection ofsatirical advice columns from the SeattleWeekly is packed with laugh-out-loud social commentary. Each themed chapter("Diversity," "Relationships," "Doggies!") includes a number of Q&A entriessubmitted by readers (and a few supposedly sourced from the author's own office).The unnamed Seattleite tramps down the eggshell-lined path of standard liberalpolitical correctness, turning cultural sensitivity on its head at everyopportunity-from finding gifts for the "differently privileged" ("your officeintern [who] is from an at-risk youth program") to dealing with people involvedin a "church-based mind-control program." He also encourages animal equanimity,suggesting dog owners take on the role of "a fellow creature who just happensto have all the food," and includes plenty of brief goodies like "Jottings frommy Moleskine," sensitivity exercises ("spend the day in a post-verbal realm"),and strategies for passing on his wisdom ("artfully" help out a colleague sportinga toilet paper tail by recounting an ancient myth about Mayan lesbians). TheSeattleite's dry voice and zany humor make this a wickedly addictive read foranyone sick of excessive Lefty thought-policing. 20 b&w illus. (Mar.)

Treading Softly: Paths to Ecological Order
Thomas Princen. MIT,$22.95 (206p) ISBN 9780262014175
Rejecting the "tried-and-true path" as well as the promise of high-techinnovation, University of Michigan professor Princen (Confronting Consumption) makes an impassioned and illustrative pleafor radical societal transformation, from consumerism to sustainability. Takingissue with a stripe of environmentalist and progressive thinker, like Thomas L.Friedman, anticipating a quick fix (high-tech or otherwise) to retrofit theexisting, growth-based consumer economy, Princen rejects the idea of endlessgrowth, which defies all laws of logic and physics: "A system that growsendlessly crashes... unendingly increasing consumption cannot continue on afinite planet." Looking to historical economic reversals, like the upheavalthat occurred after slavery was abolished or the plummeting popularity ofcigarettes, Princen argues that society must dethrone the "sovereign consumer"and adopt the ethos of sacrifice if it is to survive. Practically, many morepeople need to overcome widespread alienation from the natural world byprioritizing community over profit, becoming direct producers of goods, andadapting better to the rhythms (and limits) of nature; ideas include anintermittent electricity supply, season-appropriate availability of many foods,and communities that are largely self-sufficient. Genuinely provocative, thisbook challenges practices and theories sacred to both sides of the ecologydebate. (Mar.)

Willful Neglect: The Dangerous Illusionof Homeland Security
Charles S. Faddis. Globe Pequot/Lyons, $24.95 (204p) ISBN 9781599219066
Author and CIA counterterrorism veteran Faddis (Beyond Repair) opens his latest salvo against the state of homelandsecurity by detailing a surprise attack that cost more than 2,000 Americanlives, the Japanese assault on Pearl Harbor; even worse, he contends, was thecomplacency that permitted successful "follow-on attacks" a full eight hourlater, and for several days after, in the Philippines. Faddis finds theaftermath of 9/11 a bitter reminder of the 60-year-old failure to reacteffectively: over eight years, the U.S. has spent billions making theDepartment of Homeland Security the largest federal department in history, buteffective new security measures are nearly nonexistent. Instead, the department'swork includes a $200,000 grant for a tiny Alaskan fishing village 300 milesfrom the nearest major population center; and $160,000 for eight plasma screen televisionsin Montgomery, Maryland. Meanwhile, many municipal railways, chemical plants,liquid natural gas terminals, and even military installations remain entirelyvulnerable; in the case of a well-rehearsed, well-timed attack, the potentialfor casualties far exceeds those of 9/11. Faddis is a passionate andfully-informed advocate for effective and responsible security, and hisanalytical survey is a valuable clarion call for anyone involved in homeland securityand public safety. (Mar.)

LIFESTYLE

tstar2The Brazilian Kitchen: 100 Classic andCreative Recipes for the Home Cook
Leticia Moreinos-Schwartz. Kyle Cathie, $24.95 (176p) ISBN 9781906868208
Expatriate Moreinos-Schwartz takes readers on a mouthwatering tour of hernative country in this outstanding guide to Brazilian cuisine. Basics like theCaipirinha cocktail (which finds its way into marinades, risotto and bon bons),Caldo Verde, the fish stew known as Moqueca, and empanadas (served here in apot pie-like version), as well as fudgy Brazilian truffles called Brigadeiros,enable residents of the northern hemisphere to recreate the country's bounty.Inspired dishes like Striped Bass with Cashew Soy Sauce, Passion Fruit Cannoli,and Coffee Souffle with Dulce De Leche Sauce, meanwhile, elevate this volumeabove the standard culinary tour. Coconut seems omnipresent, appearing in soups(paired with both pumpkin and yucca), sauces for seafood, and cakes (includinga luscious Coconut Cheesecake with Guava Sauce); fritters and croquettes alsomake multiple appearances. Though readers may encounter the occasional sourcingdilemma (quail eggs, minas cheese), Moreinos-Schwartz keeps recipes asconvenient as possible, sticking mostly to ingredients easily found on U.S.shores and offering suggestions for substitutes. With this smart, eye-openingand palate-expanding volume, Moreinos-Schwartz has an outstanding collectionsure to inspire adventurous eaters. (Mar.)

I Can't Believe It's not Fattening! Over150 Ridiculously Easy Recipes for the Super Busy
Devin Alexander. Broadway, $19.99 (240p) ISBN 9780767931571
More a guide to smarter shopping than cooking, the latest from Alexander (The Biggest Loser Cookbook) givesdieters largely healthy options in 150 basic low-calorie recipes. Alexanderadmits her recipes are geared for convenience, unabashedly utilizing processedfoods and artificial ingredients; though she does offer substitutions fororganic or all-natural diets, readers will want to pay attention to nutritionalinformation (Mafia's Favorite Turkey Sandwich, for instance, has over 1,600 mgof sodium per serving, while Tequila Cheese Fondue is measured intwo-tablespoon serving sizes). Novices and those pressed for time will bepleased to find more assembly than actual cooking: Pigs in Comforters consistsof only four ingredients-olive oil spray, low-fat beef hot dogs, biscuit doughand mustard-and Spicy Tuna Salad comes together in seconds using tuna, low-fatmayo and chili sauce. Almost all of her recipes derive their health benefitsfrom the inclusion of low- or reduced-fat store-bought ingredients:Ravio-Sagne, a ravioli-based riff on lasagna, relies on canned sauce, ravioliand low-fat cheese; Cheesy Brown Rice consists of cooked brown rice andLaughing Cow Light Swiss Cheese Squares; Peppermint Brownie "Pizza" consists offat-free whipped topping spread over a low-fat brownie (made from a box mix). (Mar.)

The Compassionate Mind: A New Approachto Life's Challenges
Paul Gilbert. NewHarbinger, $24.95 (544p) ISBN 9781572248403
British clinical psychologist Gilbert (OvercomingDepression) integrates neuropsychology, Buddhist practices, and Carl Jung'sconcept of archetypes to illuminate the human mind and its potential formeaningful connection through compassion. Eschewing the standard self-helpfocus on "learning to accept and love yourself," Gilbert explores the universalchallenges stemming from conflict between the "old brains" humans share withother primates and the "new brains" unique to humankind (providing "our abilityto think, imagine, learn and use symbols and language"). Gilbert argues that it'snecessary to accept without shame or guilt our "many dark and cruelpotentials," because compassion represents just as powerful a force in thehuman mind. Human brains, Gilbert explains, have "evolved for social relating,"and his approach to self-acceptance involves "think[ing] about our internalworld as being full of ‘social-like' relationships" with different personalityaspects-the angry self, the compassionate self, the competitive self, etc. Healso proposes a number of familiar techniques (mindfulness, controlledbreathing, visualization, journaling) to help readers increase compassion, towardour ourselves and others, while dealing with the anxiety, depression, rage, andother uncomfortable emotions relationships can evoke. Though his writing isdiffuse, Gilbert has an arresting but rational perspective that should appealto self-help enthusiasts and newcomers alike. (Mar.)

Mental Health, Naturally: The Family Guide to Holistic Care fora Healthy Mind and Body
Kathi J. Kemper. American Academy of Pediatrics(IPG, dist.), $19.95 paper (600p) ISBN 9781581103106
Citing alarmingly high numbers of children and adults suffering from mentaldisorders, Wake Forest University School of Medicine integrative medicinespecialist Kemper (The HolisticPediatrician) examines an array of practical strategies, from diet andexercise to acupuncture and supplements. Kemper's comprehensive approach coverscommonplace tips ("Things that promote physical fitness promote mental health,""Poor sleep leads to numerous mental health problems"), over-the-counterstandards (reviewing of the benefits and possible side effects of vitamin andmineral supplements), and other non-prescription remedies (bright light tocounter winter blues, aromatherapy) with equal vigor. Fundamental strategiesinclude advice on avoiding environmental hazards like toxic cleaners andpesticides, and techniques for stress management like positive thinking andmeditation. Discussing specific herbal remedies, Kemper summarizes researchinto health claims (crocus for depression, Gingko or Pine Bark for ADHD), aswell as pertinent safety information. In Kemper's opinion, most homeopathic(plant-, mineral-, or animal-based) remedies are safe (in moderation) but ofquestionable benefit; she is far more positive about massage therapy andacupuncture. For those investigating alternative medicine for mental health,this makes an informative and reliable resource. (Mar.)

The Undervalued Self: Correct YourLove/Power Imbalance, Transform the Inner Voice that Holds You Back, Find YourTrue Self-Worth
Elaine N. Aron. Little, Brown, $25.99 (288p) ISBN 9780316066990
Psychotherapist and "social psychologist" Aron (The Highly Sensitive Person) presents a "rich, complex and deeplylayered" approach to building self-esteem, suitable for studious readers readyto work for understanding and change. Introducing lots of psychology terms andideas, Aron's guide requires attention and concentration; regarding quick fixeslike self-affirmations, Aron contends that research shows "they can make thosewith low self-esteem feel even worse about themselves." Instead, Aroninvestigates the basic concepts of ranking and linking, which play a role inall of our relationships and contribute to the ways we undervalue ourselves.Using a series of true/false questionnaires, case studies and analyticalobservation, Aron identifies the masks and self-defense strategies we useunconsciously to deal with traumatic events, and how those strategies affectself-worth. Topics under consideration include dreams, the specter of the InnerCritic, and self-sabotaging behavior like the Protector-Persecutor paradigm.Though the material can be hard to grasp, dedicated rereading will give readersa sophisticated understanding of low self-esteem, and concrete steps to improveit. (Mar.)

FICTION

Dark Faith
Edited by Maurice Broaddus and Jerry Gordon. Apex Publications(Ingram, dist.), $19.95 paper (320p) ISBN 9780982159682
Although the horror genre naturally lends itself to up close and personalexamination of good and very nasty evil, little writing in that genre is faithinflected. This anthology addresses that gap. "Faith" is used loosely andexpansively in this collection of short tales that offers something for lots ofdifferent tastes-slasher, fairy tale, end times, ghost story-as well asreligion. "Zen and the Art of Gordon Dratch's Damnation," by Douglas F. Warrick,is a meditation on enlightenment as cagey as any Zen master's teaching. "Differentfrom Other Nights" by Eliyanna Kaiser offers a knife twist on the Passovercelebration. Although the anthology is uneven, as collections often can be, thevery best, like Gary A. Braunbeck's "For My Next Trick I'll Need a Volunteer,"resonate in the mind long afterward, with no guts or gore. And while CathrynneM. Valente's "The Days of Flaming Motorcycles" is a wicked clever zombie taleset in Augusta, Maine, readers may wonder where zombie Jesus is when we needhim. (May)

The Irish Duke
Virginia Henley. Signet Eclipse, $15 paper (416p) ISBN 9780451229205
As children, James Hamilton, Lord Abercorn asked for the hand of Louisa,daughter of the duke of Bedford. Though she refused him, Abercorn never loseshope of marrying her, despite her later vow never to wed or bear children. Asshe grows more beautiful, Louisa earns the admiration of men and the envy of herinsecure sister, Georgy. When Georgy's irresponsible behavior embroils theentire family in scandal, Louisa is forced to marry the handsome Abercorn,setting them up for a turbulent journey toward regaining trust and, inevitably,falling in love. Henley (The DecadentDuke) is a historical romance veteran, and her skill shows on every page,despite her dedication to formula; her heroine is typically willful, beautiful,talented and innocent, while the hero is a patient, faithful variation on thecharming rogue. Henley's satisfying balance between romance and sexuality willhelp genre fans overlook the contrived plot. (Mar.)

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn ofthe Dreadfuls
Steve Hockensmith. Quirk, $12.95 paper (288p) ISBN 9781594744549
In this prequel to Seth Grahame-Smith's Jane Austen revamp Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, the town of Meryton has grownquiet and complacent while the long-lived zombie menace lays dormant. Takingplace five years before Bingley moves into Netherfield, and sightings of "unmentionables"have become routine, this story kicks off with a certain Mr. Ford sitting up inthe middle of his own funeral. In response, the Bennet sisters begin intensivetraining in the deadly arts with their warrior father and a new Master. Theirneighbors, much slower on the uptake, are variously dismembered, disillusioned,and eventually convinced to prepare for a terrifying final confrontation. Witha sure grasp of Austen's characters and the social structures of the times,Hockensmith is loyal to the material's roots but, divorced from any particulartext, he's able to take Grahame-Smith's silly, raunchy, violent tone muchfarther than in the first volume. Mixing taught horror-movie action withneo-Austen meditation on identity, society, and romance, this happy sacrilegeis sure to please fans of Grahame-Smith's original mash-up. 15 b&willustrations. (Mar.)




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