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Mitchell's Book Corner 54 Main Street, 228-1080

"Beneath the Roses" by Gregory Crewdson, introduction by Russell Banks Published to coincide with exhibitions in New York, London and Los Angeles, "Beneath the Roses" is a look at America through the eyes of Gregory Crewdson. Crewdson teaches at Yale University, and his large scale photographs are famous for their ability to capture an emotion. The indoor photographs are reminiscent of a theater set, capturing the moment of intensity that is a climax to the play. His outdoor photos are a glimpse of the small town life on the wrong side of the tracks. The raw emotion seeps from the page into your psyche, and will stay with you long after you close the cover.

- Lucretia Voigt,

Mitchell's Book Corner

Nantucket Bookworks 25 Broad Street, 228-4000

"30,000 Years of Art: The Story of Human Creativity

Across Time and Space" This large formatted tome features a collection of 1000 works of art derived from diverse cultures across the world in specific eras. From prehistoric carvings to contemporary conceptual art, this comprehensive guide includes detailed descriptions of the object and its significance in world art history. Each piece is showcased on its own full color page to further describe its importance. The chronological order gives the reader a sense of what was created in different regions around the world during the same time frame. You can see the art made c.AD50 for example from Peru, Indonesia, Italy, Egypt, and Mexico. Timelines are included, both horizontal and vertical, depicting major movements of the cultures depicted in this book. A glossary of terms is also very helpful. As one studies cultures ancient and contemporary, what humans created during this time is reflective of their sophistication across the planet. This amazing book would thrill art history enthusiasts, art lovers, those interested in cultural anthropology and history in general.

- Melanie Kotalac,

Nantucket Bookworks

Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street, 228-1110

"And the Train Goes . . ." written and illustrated by William Bee Adelightful symphony of sounds made by the train and its diverse occupants, Willam Bee's picture book inspires preschoolers to join in and get moving! Accompanied by colored pen and ink drawings with a level of detail reminiscent of "Drummer Hoff" from the 1960's, the narrative describes the dialogue and sounds from various passengers and from the train itself, as it "chuff, chuff, chufferty chuff[s]" out of the station. A final review of all the sounds comes at the end, when the station is quiet, and the station parrot goes. . . . A great read aloud, and a wonderful new book for lovers of vehicles that clickerty click.

- Maggie Head, Nantucket Atheneum