James J. Strang was the founder and ruling figure of The Church of Latter Day Saints (Strangite), a small splinter group of Mormons that formed in the power vacuum left by the assassination of Joseph Smith in 1844. Strang persuaded Read More …
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Let’s Talk Books! Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande
In the video below, Jessica talks about Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande. It’s a thought-provoking read about the decisions that we make towards the end of our lives and those we make on Read More …
Let’s Talk Books! The Death and Life of the Great Lakes by Dan Egan
In the video below, Jessica talks about The Death and Life of the Great Lakes by local author Dan Egan. And we’re so excited to announce that this title is our One Book One Community Pick for 2020! What does Read More …
Let’s Talk Books! The Library Book by Susan Orlean
Check out Jessica’s booktalk of The Library Book by Susan Orlean. If you’re not already a library lover, you will be after reading this one! Find this item on Libby or in our catalog.
Let’s Talk Books! Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
It’s a Let’s Talk Books flashback! Check out Jessica’s review of Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates. You can find this timely title on Libby or place a hold on the hard copy here.