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Peter Godwin talks about his father’s death, set against the backdrop of Zimbabwe’s collapse. Then, we explore all things sushi—from how it’s prepared, to how its growing popularity here in America is affecting the fish industry. And a busy lawyer explains the importance of making time to eat dinner at home. Plus, a public health specialist tells us what she believes needs to be done to combat the AIDS epidemic in Africa.
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Dying in Zimbabwe
Peter Godwin writes about coming to terms with his father’s death in Zimbabwe, as their adopted homeland descended into chaos.
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The Zen of Fish
In The Zen of Fish, Trevor Corson explores the history of sushi. He explains how raw fish became so popular in America, and how it’s affecting the fish industry.
The Zen of Fish is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Trevor Corson will be speaking and signing booksMonday, June 11 at 7 pm
Chelsea Barnes & Noble
675 Avenue of the Americas, at 22nd Street
Dinner with Dad
Cameron Stracher, a busy lawyer and father, explains how he carved out enough time to have dinner at home five nights a week for a full year.
Is making your own dinner a big priority for you?
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Events: Cameron Stracher will be speaking and signing booksTuesday, June 12 at 1 pm
Borders Books and Music
100 Broadway, at Wall Street
The Invisible Cure
Molecular biologist and public health specialist Helen Epstein argues that the causes--and potential solutions--of the AIDS epidemic in Africa may be less complicated that most experts think.
The Invisible Cure is available for purchase at amazon.com
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