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When Science and Life Collide: A Q&A with Garth Sundem

Thursday, February 9, 2012

For his new book Brain Trust, bestselling author Garth Sundem asked 93 Nobel laureates, MacArthur geniuses, and National Science Medal winners for lab tested advice on topics ranging from surfing to Scrabble. Here, he culls together his favorite tips — including how to lose weight on a diet of Cherry Garcia and potato chips — and reveals why he does his interviews in his car.

The Best Nonfiction Books of 2011: Gallery

Friday, December 23, 2011

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The Best Nonfiction Books of 2011: Gallery

2011's best nonfiction explores everything from the global financial crisis to the dark side of imperialism.

Hunter S. Thompson and the Gonzo Chronicles

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

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Hunter S. Thompson and the Gonzo Chronicles

From 1970 to 2005, Hunter S. Thompson’s best work appeared in Rolling Stone. A new anthology shows the man behind the madness.

The Record Man

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

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Robert Greenfield’s new biography The Last Sultan recounts the life of Ahmet Ertegun, the goateed Atlantic Records cofounder who presided over what could be called rock’s greatest era.

Giving Life to One Man’s Scientific Revolution

Friday, September 30, 2011

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In her latest book, Dava Sobel depicts Nicolaus Copernicus as a brilliant man hesitant to rewrite our understanding of the cosmos.

A Q&A with Jim Knipfel

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

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In this rare interview, the reclusive author of eight books sits down with Men's Journal to discuss his new novel, the deadbeat as protagonist, and the neglected art of crime blotters.

Larry Wilmore: Man, and Black

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

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Daily Show correspondent Larry Wilmore on his new book, Obama, and aliens.

Best of 2008: Ron Suskind

Monday, December 8, 2008

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The year's best political watchdog: No one gets under Washington’s skin quite like him.

The Most Violent, Maybe Even Best, Book of the Year

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

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The Most Violent, Maybe Even Best, Book of the Year

Roberto Bolaño takes five narratives and the murder of hundreds of women to weave a posthumous masterpiece.

Bondurant’s Moonshining Tale Is a Tasty Read

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

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In The Wettest County in the World, Matt Bondurant offers a smoldering portrait of his moonshining ancestors. Plus, a look at two other fall page-turners.