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The Library of Congress recently released a list of the 88 Books that Shaped America.  I was listening to a discussion of the list on “Talk of the Nation” radio show on WBFO (http://www.npr.org/2012/08/14/158771705/-books-that-shaped-america)

The discussion was on how certain books were included and why others weren’t. The Committee members took one full year to settle on the 88 books ultimately chosen for their impact on the United States.  I am still puzzled by some of the choices.  The Wizard of Oz? The Snowy Day?! Take a look at the list yourself and see what you think  (http://www.loc.gov/bookfest/books-that-shaped-america/).

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If you are middle age, as you read Anna Quindlen’s latest book, you will find yourself repeatedly saying “I’ve said that” or “That happened to me” or “I’ve thought the same thing.”  Quindlen looks forward and backward at topics that are relevant to those of us either in middle age or approaching older age.  This book reads like sitting down with a best friend to talk about everything from childhood memories, to life’s up and downs, to what the future holds.  Her way with words delights, humors, and encourages you to assess your own life, values, and beliefs.

-- Kaye Young
Coordinator, Main Street
Jamestown Campus

Do you find yourself frustrated when you need to find quality information for you course assignments and research projects?  Sign up for a library course and learn the secrets to finding the best information and the key sources of information in your field or subject area.

At the Cattaraugus County Campus:

LIB1500: Library Research Skills [1 credit hour] : Students develop basic skills in library research techniques using both print and electronic tools.  Focus is on location and retrieval of information from major reference sources, print indexes, and electronic databases. Ten weeks beginning October 4, 2012 (CRN3396). 

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