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Saint Exupéry’s Little Prince
Despite his mass of golden curls, Saint Exupéry’s “extraordinary little man” is now 60 years old. His enduring story still invites us to think clearly with our hearts.
An Open Letter to eBay
The president of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America addresses the question of the fraud that plagues the dominant Internet auction site, and invites its management to discuss ways of making it a safer venue for book sellers and buyers alike.
Collecting Chad Oliver
Oliver, former Chairman of the Anthropology Department of the University of Texas at Austin, was possessed of a depth of knowledge of past and present cultures and an ability to write poetic, emotionally moving prose. Author of nine novels and nearly 70 short works of fiction, he deserves to be included among the pantheon of the finest science fiction writers of his era.
Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror:
The Best of 2002
Our—nearly—annual assessment of the best new works in the genres. Some picks from previous years include the J. K. Rowling books (long before they were “discovered”), and those by authors such as George R.R. Martin and Philip Pullman. Who knows what gems are revealed for the first time in this year’s survey?
Books into Film
Hangover Square, a novel by Patrick Hamilton, a film by John Brahm.
Ten Years Ago
October 1993 Checklist Update: Dean Koontz