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Now Showing, A History of Altoona and Blair County Theaters

by Michael G. Farrow

You don’t have to be from Altoona, Pennsylvania to find something interesting in this look at the entertainment palaces—and dives—of a bygone era. The author may overwhelm the general reader in a sea of facts and minutia, but his contribution to film scholarship cannot be ignored.

Danish Painting, From the Golden Age to the Modern Breakthrough

by Berman, Mednick

Lundbye, Ancher, Hammershol are not household names but these artists are well known in their home country and deserve wider recognition. This book accompanied a NY show and while it doesn’t fully capture these wonderful paintings, it introduces to the general public a whole other world.

Superman, The Ultimate Guide to The Man of Steel

by Daniel Wallace

How this book works for you depends on your age. Purists may find that their Superman is overshadowed by newer versions with new-fangled problems that make them angry, grumpy, complicated.

Thelonious Monk

by Robin D.G. Kelly

Being an “original” usually comes at a price. Lauded by some, dismissed by others, misunderstood by most. Monk, dissonant in his music and his life, stayed true to his vision; this book explains how.

Under Their Thumb

by Bill German

The author must be one of the few teens who knows exactly what he wants to do when he grows up. His elders (betters?) discouraged him; he stuck with it anyway—and so became a Stones insider.

Just One Evil Act

by Elizabeth George  

A tale of tale of love, passion, and betrayal. This 18th installment of Inspector Lynley’s tribulations is the first to take place outside England. Fans of the series will devour it, and newcomers will too.

The Big Screen, The Story of the Movies

by David Thomson

From movie to TV to smartphone screen, from communal to solitary consumption, the author examines 100 years of moving pictures changing life as we know it.

Erté Fashion Paper Dolls of the Twenties

Rendered by Susan Johnston

Ever watched Ben-Hur? Unless you are a fashion hound—or read the credits—you probably didn’t know Erté worked on that movie (and several others)! This book requires audience participation and gives youngsters a sense for style.

ARCADE Toys Catalog

Arcade Manufacturing was incorporated in 1885 and produced high-quality cast iron coffee mills, spring hinges, cork extractors, and stove dampers.  But its cast iron toys made them famous.

Rocks Off, 50 Tracks That Tell the Story of The Rolling Stones

by Bill Janovitz

Written by a musician and music writer—and Stones fan—this book takes a look at 50 iconic songs by an iconic band from an entirely unique perspective.

War and Remembrance

by Herman Wouk

You know you’ve seen the book or heard about it. Wouk himself wrote the screenplay for the TV mini series—but reading the book has an altogether different impact. Don’t miss it!

The Fountainhead

by Ayn Rand

You know the title. You may not have read the book. Probably for the wrong reasons. A dozen publishers rejected it. Still, it gave Rand enduring commercial and critical success. So give it a chance!

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