The following is an excerpt from Fallen Astronauts: Heroes who Died Reaching for the Moon, Revised Edition by Colin Burgess and Kate Doolan (Nebraska, 2016). Introduction In the final phases of the last moon walk by the Apollo 15 astronauts on 2 … Continue reading EXCERPT: Fallen Astronauts
As the largest and most diversified press between Chicago and California, the University of Nebraska Press is best known for publishing works in Native studies, history, sports, anthropology, geography, American studies, and creative works. In celebration of the press’s seventy-fifth anniversary, the staff has selected … Continue reading 75 Significant Books, Part Three
Books Loving and Leaving Washington by John Yochelson Praise from Kirkus Reviews: “A quiet but compelling case for working in policy research and advocacy.” Wild Idea by Dan O’Brien Recommendation from Western American Literature: “a sweeping narrative drama… O’Brien’s enthusiasm … Continue reading News and Reviews
The following is an excerpt from Murrow’s Cold War (May 2016) by Gregory M. Tomlin. In March 1961 America’s most prominent journalist, Edward R. Murrow, ended a quarter-century career with the Columbia Broadcasting System to join the administration of John F. Kennedy … Continue reading EXCERPT: Murrow’s Cold War
An excerpt from Wartime Basketball: The Emergence of a National Sport during World War II (May 2016) by Douglas Stark. From Chapter 2: The Color Line Falls, 1942-1943 There was only one game scheduled for the National Basketball League on Friday, December 11, … Continue reading EXCERPT: Wartime Basketball
Books Rival Gardens by Connie Wanek Noted in the Star Tribune: “Wanek delights not with linguistic acrobatics, but with aptness of description.” Tarnished by George E. Reed Praise from Army Magazine: “Tarnished should be required reading… We must provide all leaders the tools to recognize and ultimately overcome toxic leadership. Tarnished is a great starting point.” Independent Mexico by Will Fowler Recommendation from CHOICE: “An important work that can be built on to answer other questions.” Fuschia by Mahtem Shifferaw Collected Poems by Gabriel Okara Listed among “25 New Books by African Writers You Should Read” from … Continue reading News and Reviews
Emily Giller is the Advertising and Exhibits Coordinator in the marketing department. Organization of American Historians (OAH) April 7-10, 2016 (Providence, RI) UNP conference attendee: Bridget Barry, History, Geography, and Environmental Studies Editor “The theme of ‘On Leadership’ attracted a … Continue reading The Marketeers Club: April Exhibit Roundup
The following is an excerpt from A Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism Reader (JPS, April 2016) by Daniel M. Horwitz. Today Kabbalah is associated with celebrities, expensive seminars, and the broader spiritual quest. It is even seen as a shortcut to wisdom, largely … Continue reading EXCERPT: A Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism Reader
APRIL STAFF READING LIST UNP staff members are always reading new books, both within our list and outside of what we publish. Here are some of the books where our noses have been buried. Care of Wooden Floors by … Continue reading What We’re Reading
Anna Stokely is one of the more recent additions to the press: Publicist, book hoarder, and needlework enthusiast. For the Press’ 75th anniversary—and out of her own curiosity—she is interviewing her more experienced co-workers to put a face on one … Continue reading Staff Stories: An interview with Martyn Beeny
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