May We Suggest

Books that made us laugh

Ellen — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:30:35 +0000

If you are looking for a book that will make you laugh out loud, try some of these suggestions:

Stuff white people like: the definitive guide to the unique taste of millions by Christian Lander

A walk in the woods: rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail by Bill Bryson

All I know about animal behavior I learned in Loehmann's dressing room by Erma Bombeck

Eat less cottage cheese and more ice cream: thoughts on life by from Erma Bombeck ; illustrations by Lynn Chang

America (the book): a citizen's guide to democracy inaction by written and edited by Jon Stewart, Ben Karlin, David Javerbaum ; writers, Rich Blomquist ... [et al.] ; additional material, Samantha Bee ... [et al.] ; with a foreword by Thomas Jefferson

I was told there'd be cake: essays by Sloane Crosley

Me talk pretty one day by David Sedaris

The year of living biblically by A.J. Jacobs

The wordy shipmates by Sarah Vowell

Role models by John Waters

Official book club selection: a memoir according to Kathy Griffin by Griffin, Kathy, 1966-

The gallery of regrettable food by James Lileks

Cake wrecks: when professional cakes go hilariously wrong by Jen Yates

I remember nothing [Large print]: and other reflections by Nora Ephron

And nothing but the truthiness: the rise (and further rise) of Stephen Colbert by Lisa Rogak

Bossypants by Tina Fey

...and check out the Fiction books that made us laugh, too!

New Books on the History Shelf

SuzyQ — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:04:14 +0000

America 1933: the Great Depression, Lorena Hickok, Eleanor Roosevelt, and the shaping of the New Deal by Michael Golay

Antarctica: a biography by David Day

Finding Florida: the true history of the Sunshine State by T.D. Allman

The guns at last light: the war in Western Europe, 1944- 1945 by Rick Atkinson

Here is where: discovering America's great forgotten history by Andrew Carroll

Hitler's charisma: leading millions into the abyss by Laurence Rees

A journey through Tudor England by Suzannah Lipscomb

The last of the doughboys: the forgotten generation and their forgotten world war by Richard Rubin

Operation Damocles: Israel's secret war against Hitler's scientists, 1951-1967 by Roger Howard

Our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor: the forging of American independence, 1774-1776 by Richard R. Beeman

Stonehenge: a new understanding: solving the mysteries of the greatest Stone Age monument by Mike Parker Pearson and the Stonehenge Riverside Project

Through the perilous fight: six weeks that saved the nation by Steve Vogel

The world's most dangerous place by James Fergusson

10 Off-beat Films About Food

gladdenk — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Check out one of these food-related films and earn a Chow Down badge:

1. Big night [videodisc] by Rysher Entertainment presents a Timpano production:
Determined to drum up business and foil his Little Italy rival, Secondo concocts a rumor that bandleader Louis Prima will dine at his restaurant that very night, sending chef Primo into a frenzy. Will it be the finest night of his career, or will it be a financial disaster? Will Louis Prima actually come to dine? With wonderful performances by Stanley Tucci and Tony Shalhoub, it's worth viewing this film just to see the dinner's masterpiece timpano.

2. Toast [videodisc] by W2 Media Inc, BBC, and Screen WM present ; produced by Faye Ward ; written by Lee Hall ; directed by SJ Clarkson:
England's reputation for terrible food may be deserved if this film, based on food writer Nigel Slater's memoirs, can be believed. Nigel's mum may have served meals from boiled tin, but he and his dad adored her. When she dies and her place in his father's affections is threatened by their gastronomically adept cleaning lady, Nigel enters into an unofficial culinary contest with his late mother's rival.

3. The exterminating angel [videodisc] by Janus Films ; [Video Mercury Films S.A.] ; nueva versión con diálogos de Luis Buñuel ; cinedrama de Luis Alcoriza and Luis Buñuel ; productor, Gustavo Alatriste ; director, Luis Buñuel:
The dinner guests have been entertained lavishly at the mansion of their host, but now find themselves unable to leave. This film by surrealist director Luis Bunuel is thought-provoking but not for all tastes.

4. The secret of the grain [videodisc] = La graine et le mulet by Pathé Renn Productions ; France 2 cinéma:
Passions erupt and problems threaten to explode when patriarch Slimane opens a restaurant specializing in his ex-wife's fish couscous dish.

5. Nina's heavenly delights [videodisc] by a Here! Films/ Regent release of a Scion Films and Scottish Screen production with Kali Films and Priority Pictures in association with Sky Movies present a Pratibha Parmar film:
When Glaswegian Nina takes over her father's Indian restaurant to compete in the Best of the West Curry Competition, her life is thrown into turmoil.

6. Mostly Martha [videodisc] by Paramount Classics and Bavaria Film International presents Pandora Film Produktion GmbH, Köln in coproduktion mit Prisma Film, Wien , T&C Film AG, Zürich:
Obsessive perfectionist chef Martha finds her life turned upside down when her sister dies and Martha's 8-year-old niece comes to live with her. This was remade in 2008 as No Reservations.

7. La grande bouffe [videorecording] = The big feast by produced by Vincent Malle ; screenplay by Marco Ferreri, Rafael Azcona, Francis Blanche ; directed by Marco Ferreri:
Four friends gather one weekend to indulge in riotous excess and to literally eat themselves to death.

8. My dinner with André [videodisc] by Nouvelles Editions de Films ; The Andre Company, L.P.:
An actor and his theater director friend meet for dinner at an Upper West Side restaurant. Their conversations on everything from money to love to death for the basis of the film.

9. Tortilla soup [videodisc] by Samuel Goldwyn Films presents in association with Starz Encore Entertainment a Samuel Goldwyn Films production ; producer, John Bard Manulis ; screenplay writers, Ramon Menendez, Tom Musca, Vera Blasi ; director, Maria Ripoll:
Widower Martin has a successful restaurant and three daughters whose lives he's trying to steer in the right direction. A comedy about food, family and what happens at the dinner table.

10. Babette's feast [videodisc] by Just Betzer, præsenterer ; en film af Gabriel Axel ; A-S Panorama Film International:
A refugee from the French Civil War, Babette lands in Denmark where she goes to work for the devout spinster daughters of a strict puritan minister. Years later, after winning a lottery, Babette prepares a real French feast - which leads the sisters to fear for their souls.

Kids Read Comics

hathawaym — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:58:46 +0000

Do you love comics? Saturday, June 22nd and Sunday, June 23rd the Ann Arbor District Library invites you to a totally free event: Kids Read Comics! Learn, draw, meet cartoonists! Can't make it to KRC? Check out these great graphic works by some of KRC's featured artists:

Zita the spacegirl. book one, Far from home by Ben Hatke

Hercules: the twelve labors by story by Paul Storrie ; pencils by Steve Kurth ; inks by Barbara Schulz

Drama by Raina Telgemeier ; with color by Gurihiru ; [lettering by John Green]

Giants beware! by written by Jorge Aguirre ; art by Rafael Rosado ; story by Rafael Rosado & Jorge Aguirre ; colors by John Novak, Matthew Schenk

Phineas and Ferb: it's about time! by adapted by John Green

Feynman by written by Jim Ottaviani ; art by Leland Myrick ; coloring by Hilary Sycamore

How to grow up and rule the world by [illustrations by John Martin]

Scratch9. [1], "The pet project" by created and written by Rob M. Worley ; illustrated by Jason T. Kruse ; additional art by Mike Kunkel ; colored by Digikore Studios ; lettered by Bill Tortolini

Astronaut Academy: zero gravity by Dave Roman

Zombie Fiction

hathawaym — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:54:31 +0000

Why do we love zombies? They're smelly, they're slow (most of the time), and they bite. But...zombie stories remind us of our humanity. These stories aren't about the end of the world, they're about survival in the face of devastating tragedy.

Feed by Mira Grant

The walking dead: rise of the Governor by Robert Kirkman and Jay Bonansinga

Zombies vs. unicorns by Justine Larbalestier, Holly Black

Warm bodies: a novel by Isaac Marion

Rot & Ruin by Jonathan Maberry

The reapers are the angels: a novel by Alden Bell

Zone one: a novel by Colson Whitehead

Dust by Joan Frances Turner

Apocalypse cow by Michael Logan

Pride and prejudice and zombies: the classic Regency romance— now with ultraviolent zombie mayhem! by Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith

Pariah by Bob Fingerman

Detroit History

SuzyQ — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:43:53 +0000

This Special Collection was created as Detroit prepared to celebrate its 300th birthday, a year-long event that was marked by a host of festivities and events. The history of the city is broad enough and rich enough, though, to warrant a continual presence and periodic updating as one of the library's special online resource collections. As we celebrate the city's 312th birthday, check the books, websites and other materials listed here to discover more about the Motor City and its colorful past.

History of Detroit

Celebrating 300 Years of Detroit Cooking, 1701 to 2001 edited by Marguerite J. Humes: A "historical cookbook" presenting information about Detroit's social setting and cooking history from 1701 to 2001. Includes original recipes handed down by Native Americans and immigrants alike, as well as some developed by native Detroiters.

Detroit, 1860-1899 by David Lee Poremba: Venture back in time to Detroit in the mid to late 19th century with this fascinating book.

Detroit: A Motor City History by David Lee Poremba: A concise and highly readable history by the acting manager of the Burton Historical Collection at the Detroit Public Library.

Detroit: Across Three Centuries by Richard Bak: Bak introduces readers to some of the epic names and events from the city's past.

The Detroit Almanac: 300 Years of Life in the Motor City by the Detroit Free Press: A nostalgic view of Detroit and its surrounding suburbs' history. Many facts, figures and photos included.

Detroit in its World Setting: A 300 Year Chronology 1701-2001 by David Lee Poremba: A chronological and historical view of Detroit.

Detroit Then & Now by Cheri Y. Gay: A fascinating look at the city's great history, taking historic photographs from the dawn of the camera age and comparing them with full-color photos of the same scenes as they are today.

Frontier Metropolis: Picturing Early Detroit 1701-1838 by Brian Leigh Dunnigan: Beautiful portraits, maps, and photos of artifacts of early Detroit grace the pages of this oversized book.

History of Detroit and Wayne County and Early Michigan: A Chronological Encyclopedia of the Past and Present by Silas Farmer: Originally published in 1890, historian Silas Farmer recounts the history of Detroit with text, maps and drawings.

This is Detroit 1701-2001 by Arthur M. Woodford: Three hundred years of memories in text, drawings and photos are included in this book.

Time Frames: Our Lives in 2001, Our City at 300, Our Legacy in Pictures edited by Nancy Andrews: A visual "time capsule" of metro Detroit during the year of Detroit's 300th birthday. Photographs by the Detroit Free Press.

Art and Architecture

Art in Detroit Public Places with text by Dennis Nawrocki, photos by David Clements : A guidebook of eighty works of art in public areas in Detroit and the surrounding suburbs.

The Buildings of Detroit: A History by W. Hawkins Ferry: Hundreds of historic black and white photos of homes, businesses and skyscrapers in Detroit are featured in this book.

Detroit Architecture: AIA Guide edited by Katherine Mattingly Meyer: A survey of the architecture in and around Detroit.

Detroit: A Postcard Album by Richard Bak: Hundreds of real photo postcards are featured in this book, recording and preserving the history of Detroit.

Detroit's Michigan Central Station by Kelli B. Kavanaugh: Captures the glory of Michigan Central Station with 200 vintage photographs from the Burton Historical Collection.

Detroit's Statler and Book-Cadillac Hotels: The Anchors of Washington Boulevard by David Kohrman: The past and present history of the historic hotels.

Diego Rivera: The Detroit Industry Murals by Linda Bank Downs: Criticism and interpretation of Diego Rivera's murals at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Discovering Stained Glass in Detroit by Nola Huse Tutag: Beautiful photographs highlight the stained glass in Detroit's churches and other prominent buildings.

The Hudson's Building (DVD): A documentary about the history of the Hudson Building and its fate after the company abandoned it in 1983.

The Legacy of Albert Kahn by W. Hawkins Ferry: Photos and sketches of architect Albert Kahn's industrial, institutional and residential works in and around Detroit from 1888-1943.

Motor City Marquees: A Comprehensive, Illustrated Reference to Motion Picture Theaters in the Detroit Area, 1906-1992 by Stuart Galbraith IV: From early nickelodeons to modern multiplexes, this work reflects the rich movie theater tradition of the Detroit area.

A Museum on the Verge: A Socioeconomic History of the Detroit Institute of Arts, 1882-2000 by Jeffrey Abt: A well-researched case study of the prestigious museum's struggle to survive, disclosing the political, economic and social forces that shaped the museum from its founding to the present day.

Ethnic Detroit

Arab Americans in Metro Detroit: A Pictorial History by Anan Ameri: A visual journey exploring the history of four generations of Arab Americans in Detroit.

T he Jews of Detroit from the Beginning 1762-1914 by Robert Rockaway: Traces the origins of Jews in Detroit. Includes a proliferation of maps, photos, and interesting facts and figures.

Modern Journeys: The Irish in Detroit edited by Ed Marman: This anthology about the Irish in Detroit provides readers with some history, some biography and some autobiography about the lives and accomplishments of the Irish who helped build the city.

OPAA! Greek Cooking Detroit Style by George J. Gekas: Recipes and kitchen hints from Detroit's Greektown restaurants.

The Polish Experience in Detroit by Joseph Anthony Wytrwal: Traces the origins of the Polish in Detroit and their adjustment to American society and culture. Includes maps and photos.

Untold Tales, Unsung Heroes: An Oral History of Detroit's African American Community 1918-1967 by Elaine Latzman Moon: Intriguing interviews and biographies regarding African-American residents of Detroit from the years 1918-1967.

Industry and Labor

Brewed in Detroit: Breweries and Beers Since 1830 by Peter H. Blum: A history of the breweries of Detroit, complete with company histories and photos.

How Detroit Changed History by Nelson Bolan: A unique book about Detroit and its best known industry, the automobile. Includes pictures, ads, photos and diagrams.

Maurice Sugar: Law, Labor and the Left in Detroit 1912-1950 by Christopher H. Johnson: Explores the life and times of UAW labor activist Maurice Sugar.

Working Detroit by Steve Babson: With stories and pictures, the history of union organization in Detroit unfolds in this detailed book.

Sacred Places

The Catholic Church in Detroit, 1701-1888 by George Pare: A detailed history of the Catholic Church in Detroit, including the early church leaders.

Created for the Ages: A History of Mariners' Church of Detroit: Mariners' Church of Detroit, known as the Maritime Sailors' Cathedral, was consecrated in 1849.

The Detroit St. Josaphat's Story 1889-1989: A History within a History by Edward Adam Skendzel: A historical glimpse into one of Detroit's oldest Polish parishes.

Elmwood Endures: A History of a Detroit Cemetery by Michael Franck: A visual journey into Detroit's most famous cemetery. Includes many pictures as well as life stories and lists of some if its most famous residents.

Make Straight the Path: A 300-year Pilgrimage: Archdiocese of Detroit by Roman Godzak: A photo collection of the people and churches making up the Detroit Archdiocese over the past 300 years.

Sports

Black Baseball in Detroit by Larry Lester: Chronicles the history of the various teams and players that played in the Motor City.

Blue Collar Blueprint: How the Pistons Constructed Their Championship Formula by Eli Zaret: The history of the only professional basketball team named after a car part.

Detroit Red Wings: A Celebration of Champions (DVD): A brief history of the Detroit Red Wings, and highlights from the the three most recent Championship seasons (1997, 1998, 2002). Also included are the five greatest games in Red Wing history, in their entirety, as voted on by the fans.

Detroit Red Wings: The Illustrated History by Richard Bak: A detailed history of Detroit Red Wings hockey, from its earliest days as the Detroit Cougars in the 1920's, to the present.

Greatest Moments in Detroit Red Wings History by Joe Falls: A year-by-year synopsis of Hockeytown's Red Wings.

Hockey Gods: The Inside Story of the Red Wings' Hall of Fame Team by Nicholas Cotsonika:The Detroit Free Press hockey writer provides a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most compelling stories in the history of sports - how nine future Hall of Fame players, and one Hall of Fame coach were formed into one of the greatest NHL teams in history and captured the Stanley Cup for the 2001-2002 season.

Detroit Personalities

Al Kaline: the biography of a Tiger's icon by Jim Hawkins: A glimpse into the life of one of Detroit's most famous baseball players.

Coleman Young and Detroit Politics: From Social Activist to Power Broker by Wilbur C. Rich: A detailed account of former Detroit mayor Coleman Young's life and career.

Father Clem Kern: Conscience of Detroit by Genevieve M. Casey: The biography of Father Clem Kern, former pastor of Holy Trinity in Corktown.

Hello Everybody, I'm George Kell by George Kell: A heartwarming look at one of Detroit's favorite sports announcers.

Hoffa by Arthur A. Sloane: A book regarding the remarkable life and career of former Teamster leader Jimmy Hoffa.

J.P. McCarthy: Just Don't Tell 'em Where I Am by Michael Shiels: A touching account of former Detroit radio personality J.P. McCarthy.

Made in Detroit: A South of 8-Mile Memoir by Paul Clemens: Clemens' autobiography of growing up in Detroit is described as, "A story about being caught in the middle: about being white in a black city, urban in suburban America, blue collar in an increasingly obsolete Rust Belt, and Catholic in a place where churches close at an unprecedented pace."

The Most Dangerous Man in Detroit: Walter Reuther and the Fate of American Labor by Nelson Lichtenstein: An insightful look into Walter Reuther's life as well as the history of labor in Detroit.

Polish Detroit and the Kolasinski Affair by Lawrence D. Orton: The story of Reverend Dominik Kolasinski and his turbulent ecclesiastical career in 19th century Detroit.

Music, Radio and Television

Before Motown: A History of Jazz in Detroit, 1920-60 by Lars Bjorn: An engaging history of the musical development of Detroit's jazz artists - many of whom were among the genre's most influential performers.

From Soupy to Nuts: A History of Detroit Television by Tim Kiska: A fun look at the colorful history of Detroit television.

Grit, Noise and Revolution: The Birth of Detroit Rock 'n' Roll by David Carson: In Grit, Noise and Revolution, David Carson turns the spotlight on those hard-rocking, long-haired musicians who helped to change the face of rock 'n roll.

Motown: Music, Money, Sex and Power by Gerald Posner: A behind-the-scenes history of the legendary Detroit music label, with profiles of the artists - many from the city's inner-city projects - who achieved fame.

A newscast for the masses: the history of Detroit television journalism by Tim Kiska: Explores the development of local Detroit television news and the economic and social factors that elevated it to prominence.

Websites

Detroit Historical Museum: Check out the virtual tours of various places in Detroit as well as other nifty information under the reference link.

Rearview Mirror: A page of historical features and perspectives prepared by the Detroit News. It includes much information related to Detroit, some of which was created in conjunction with the city's 300th birthday in 2001.

Ste. Anne de Detroit: Historical information regarding Sainte Anne de Detroit, one of the oldest churches in the United States, which also celebrated its tricentennial in 2001.

Michigan Art & Architecture

SuzyQ — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:15:00 +0000

Alden B. Dow: midwestern modern by Diane Maddex

Art Deco in Detroit by Rebecca Binno Savage and Greg Kowalski

Art in Detroit public places by text by Dennis Nawrocki ; photographs by David Clements

Buildings of Michigan by Kathryn Bishop Eckert

Artists of early Michigan: a biographical dictionary of artists native to or active in Michigan, 1701-1900 by compiled by Arthur Hopkin Gibson ; research assistants, Beverly Bassett and Jean Spang

Marshall M. Fredericks, sculptor by edited by Suzanne P. Fredericks ; introductory essay by Edgar P. Richardson ; foreword by Sammuel Sachs II ; researched and compiled by Marcy Heller Fisher ; with contributions by Barbara Heller ... [et al.]

Diego Rivera: the Detroit industry murals by Linda Bank Downs

Saarinen House and garden: a total work of art by Gregory Wittkopp, editor ; introduction by Roy Slade ; essays by Gregory Wittkopp and Diana Balmori ; color photography by Balthazar Korab

100 masterworks from the Detroit Institute of Arts by edited by Julia P. Henshaw ; introduction by William H. Peck

The auto baron estates [videodisc] by Cinetel Productions in association with A & E Television Networks

Forgotten landmarks of Detroit by Dan Austin

Michigan's historic railroad stations by photographs and text by Michael H. Hodges

Detroit's Masonic Temple by Alex Lundberg and Greg Kowalski

Talking shops: Detroit commercial folk art by David Clements ; foreword by Bill Harris ; afterword by Jerry Herron

The Detroit Institute of Arts: a visitor's guide by edited by Julia P. Henshaw

Historic cottages of Mackinac Island by text by Susan Stites and Lea Ann Sterling ; photography by Lanny Sterling and Lea Ann Sterling

Detroit's historic hotels and restaurants by Patricia Ibbotson

Detroit's historic places of worship by compiled and edited by Marla O. Collum, Barbara E. Krueger, Dorothy Kostuch ; photographs by Dirk Bakker ; with a foreword by John Gallagher

A traveler's guide to 100 eastern Great Lakes lighthouses by text, Laurie Penrose ; maps, Bill T. Penrose ; photos, Ruth and Bill J. Penrose

Legends of light: a Michigan lighthouse portfolio by photographs by Ed Wargin

Michigan Critters

SuzyQ — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:15:00 +0000

Enslaved by ducks by Bob Tarte

The amphibians and reptiles of Michigan: a Quaternary and Recent faunal adventure by J. Alan Holman

Birds of Detroit by Chris C. Fisher, Allen T. Chartier

Michigan turtles and lizards: a field guide and pocket reference by James H. Harding and J. Alan Holman ; photography and illustrations by James H. Harding, except where otherwise credited

Fish of Michign field guide by David Bosanko

The wolves of Isle Royale: a broken balance by Rolf O. Peterson

Fowl weather by Bob Tarte

Michigan mammals by Rollin H. Baker

Michigan butterflies and skippers: a field guide and reference by Mogens C. Nielsen

Field guide to birds Michigan by [edited by] Jon L. Dunn and Jonathan Alderfer

The birds of Washtenaw County, Michigan by Michael A. Kielb, John M. Swales, Richard A. Wolinski

Northern flights: tracking the birds and birders of Michigan's Upper Peninsula by Sheryl De Vore ; illustrations by Denis Kania ; with a foreword by Eldon Greij

Birds of Michigan: field guide and audio CD set by Stan Tekiela

Ethnic Michigan

SuzyQ — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:10:00 +0000

Michigan has a rich history of ethnic diversity. Early European explorers were met by the most populous Native American tribes of the Ottawa, Potawatomi, and the Ojibwa (or Chippewa) people. Later, in the 17th century, the French voyageurs explored and settled in Michigan. These included Etienne Brule, Jacques Marquette, and Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the founder of the city of Detroit. However, over time large populations of various European, Middle Eastern, and Asian ethnicities have emigrated to our state. Find out more about the people who have contributed to Michigan's growth and culture.

Arab Americans in Metro Detroit: a pictorial history by Anan Ameri ; Yvonne Lockwood

Arab Americans in Michigan by Rosina J. Hassoun

Chaldeans in Michigan by Mary C. Sengstock

Cornish in Michigan by Russell M. Magnaghi

Detroit's Mexicantown by Maria Elena Rodriguez

Detroit's Polonia by Cecile Wendt Jensen

French Canadians in Michigan by John P. DuLong

The French Canadians of Michigan: their contribution to the development of the Saginaw Valley and the Keweenaw Peninsula, 1840-1914 by Jean Lamarre

A glimpse of Irish Detroit: through the eyes of the Gaelic League: a picture history: 1920-2000 by Michael W. Kerwin & Kathleen Dewan O'Neill

History of the Finns in Michigan by Armas K.E. Holmio ; translated by Ellen M. Ryynanen

Hungarians in Michigan by Éva V. Huseby-Darvas

Irish in Michigan by Seamus P. Metress and Eileen K. Metress

Italians in Detroit by Armando Delicato

The Jewish community of metro Detroit: 1945-2005 by Barry Stiefel

Jewish life in the industrial promised land, 1855-2005 by Nora Faires and Nancy Hanflik

The Jews of Detroit: from the beginning, 1762-1914 by Robert A. Rockaway

Kah-wam-da-meh: (we see each other) by Jean Frazier

Latinos in Michigan by David A. Badillo

Latvians in Michigan by Silvija D. Meija

Mexicans and Mexican Americans in Michigan by Rudolph Valier Alvarado and Sonya Yvette Alvarado

Rites of conquest: the history and culture of Michigan's Native Americans by Charles E. Cleland

Scandinavians in Michigan by Jeffrey W. Hancks

South Slavs in Michigan by Daniel Cetinich

Ukrainians of Metropolitan Detroit by Nancy Karen Wichar

Great Lakes Shipwrecks

SuzyQ — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:10:00 +0000

Beyond the windswept dunes: the story of maritime Muskegon by Elizabeth B. Sherman

Deadly voyage: the S.S. Daniel J. Morrell tragedy by Andrew Kantar

Gales of November: the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald by Robert J. Hemming

Many a midnight ship: true stories of Great Lakes shipwrecks by Mark Bourrie

Mighty Fitz: the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald by Michael Schumacher

Ships and men of the Great Lakes by Dwight Boyer

Ships gone missing: the Great Lakes storm of 1913 by Robert J. Hemming

Shipwrecks of Lake Superior by edited by James R. Marshall

Steaming through smoke and fire 1871: true stories of shipwreck and disaster on the Great Lakes by James L. Donahue

Went missing by Frederick Stonehouse

White hurricane: a Great Lakes November gale and America's deadliest maritime disaster by David G. Brown

Wreck of the Carl D.: a true story of loss, survival, and rescue at sea by Michael Schumacher

The wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald by Frederick Stonehouse

Pure Michigan Travel

SuzyQ — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:10:00 +0000

Michigan's motto declares: "If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you." With that in mind, take some time to explore the natural beauty and wonder of our great state with the resources listed below. For more ideas explore the Pure Michigan website.

Of woods and water: a photographic journey across Michigan by Ron Leonetti and Christopher Jordan ; foreword by Dave Dempsey

The paddler's guide to Michigan by Jeff Counts

Hiking Michigan by Roger E. Storm, Susan M. Wedzel

Belle Isle to 8 Mile: an insider's guide to Detroit by edited by Andy Linn, Emily Linn and Rob Linn

Twelve classic trout streams in Michigan: a handbook for fly anglers by Gerth E. Hendrickson ; fully revised by Jim DuFresne

Lake Michigan: a photographic portfolio by Ed Wargin

You know you're in Michigan when—: 101 quintessential places, people, events, customs, lingo, and eats of the Great Lakes state by Colleen Burcar

Public gardens of Michigan by Miriam Easton Rutz

Michigan's best campgrounds: a guide to the best 150 public campgrounds in the Great Lakes state by Jim DuFresne

Michigan Off the Beaten Path: A Guide to Unique Places by Dufresne, Jim

Michigan by Jeff Counts, with photographs by the author

Moon handbooks. Michigan's Upper Peninsula by Paul Vachon