Book NotesI just got my copy of Richard Dawkins’ The Greatest Show on Earth. I plan to do a few posts on it as the mood strikes me, or rather as something from the book stands out as I read it, rather than a general review.
Author: John Farrell
Writer and producer working in Boston.
Lee and FlemingI knew Christopher Lee had a family connection to James Bond author Ian Fleming. What I didn’t realize is that Lee’s older sister worked with Fleming in naval intelligence during the war.
Publisher’s Lunch sends along the latest from the Online Book Price Wars. Target Joins Price War as Sears Offers A Twist, and BN Prepares Nook Target joined the pre-order bestseller price war, though in more limited fashion. They’re matching Walmart.com’s $8.99 offer with free shipping included, but on just six November pre-order titles. Boulder Bookstore… Continue reading
Joe Thornton responds to the latest inanities from Michael Behe and the Discovery Institute.
No more B. Dalton From today’s Publisher’s Lunch email: Barnes & Noble to Close Remaining B. Dalton Stores After closing 35 to 40 B. Dalton stores annually for years now, Barnes & Noble is preparing to shutter the last remaining group of 50 Dalton outlets. Spokesperson Carolyn Brown notes, “These are small-format, low-volume stores in… Continue reading