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A humorous overview of birdwatching that recounts the experiences of one New York City birdwatcher who developed an unusual friendship with George, a charismatic Red-winged Blackbird.

Francine du Plessix Gray chronicles the lives of her parents, Alexander Liberman and Tatiana du Plessix, and explores how their lives mirror the sociopolitical complexities of the twentieth century.

A collection of nearly 150 prints from the New York Historical Society and profile the city's ever-changing urban landscape.

Examines Abraham Lincoln's pre-presidential address at Cooper Union, New York, in February 1860, placing the speech in the context of the times and discussing how Lincoln used the speech to continue his debates with rival Democrat Stephen A. Douglas.

John Tytell chronicles his life-long love of reading, reflecting on the many books that had significant impact on his life.

Private investigator John March agrees to help Rick Pierro clear him from any involvement in a vast money-laundering scheme, but when the investigation reveals a murderous undertone, John realizes he is in over his head.

Romance novelist Nora Roberts, writing as herself and as J.D. Robb, author of futuristic romantic suspense stories, presents two connected tales, the first in which a diamond heist brings together Laine Tavish, the thief's daughter, and insurance investigator Max Gannon, and the second in which their granddaughter, having written a book about the theft in 2059, becomes the target of someone who believes she has the still missing gems.

Traces the history of Rockefeller Center, discussing how money, politics, art, architecture, business, and society helped shape the Center's history and the ways it redefined New York City.

Detective Kathy Mallory faces her most challenging case yet when the jurors from a controversial trial are murdered one by one, leading her on a deadly chase across the nation.