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Post-traumatic stress disorder haunts us in the early years of the twenty-first century. Over a decade into the United States' "global war on terror," PTSD afflicts as many as 30 percent of the conflict's veterans. But the disorder's reach extends far beyond the armed forces. In total, some twenty-seven million Americans are believed to be PTSD survivors. Yet to many of us, the disorder remains shrouded in mystery, secrecy, and shame. David J. Morris -- a war correspondent, former Marine, and PTSD sufferer himself -- has written the essential account of this illness.

Trey Parker and Matt Stone are the bad-boy creators of cable TV’s outrageous, controversial South Park, which many condemn but others think is the sharpest, funniest social commentary on television. Love them or hate them, Parker and Stone have produced a wildly successful show that is one of the longest-lived animated series on television.

Introduces Jamie Bestwick, the 42 year old BMX riding legend who was a master on the vert at the X Games.

When Alisa Smith and J.B. MacKinnon decide to experiment with foods for one year, they only ate foods produced within 100 miles of their home. Describes their interesting encounters and connections with the people that produced the foods they ate.

Text and photographs provide information about the wrestler Mark Henry.

The title includes the contributions of great filmmaker Sofia Coppola to the industry. It provides a timely progress of her career and personal achievements.

The author shares her experiences as a two-time breast cancer survivor, the support of her family and friends, and running in two 10K races.

Presents a biography of Del Close, resident director of Chicago's Second City and devoted pupil of improvisational theater, and shares episodes from his final years during which the author worked as a driver to Close who was suffering ill health due to a lifetime of drug use.

The actress best known for her work on "Parks and Recreation" and "Saturday Night Live" reveals personal stories and offers her humorous take on such topics as love, friendship, parenthood, and her relationship with Tina Fey.