Braille Book Review, Vol. 63, No. 5, September-October 1994
Braille Book Review
September-October 1994
Volume 63, Number 5
National Library Service for the Blind and Physically
Handicapped
_Braille Book Review_ is published bimonthly and distributed
free to blind and physically handicapped individuals who
participate in the Library of Congress free reading program.  It
lists braille magazines and books available through a network of
cooperating libraries. The braille edition also lists recorded
books, giving abbreviated annotations.  News about library
services is featured in both editions.
     The annotated list in this issue is limited to titles
recently added to the national collection, which contains
thousands of fiction and nonfiction titles, including classics,
biographies, gothics, mysteries, and how-to and self-help
guides. These books will continue to be available from your
cooperating library and will be listed again in _Braille Books
1993-1994._  To learn more about the wide range of books in the
national collection, readers may order catalogs and subject
bibliographies from cooperating libraries.  Librarians can check
other resources for titles and answer requests for special
materials.
     To order books, contact your local cooperating library.
Correspondence regarding editorial matters should be sent to:
Publications and Media Section, National Library Service for the
Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress,
Washington, DC  20542
Library of Congress, Washington 1994
Library of Congress
Catalog Card Number 53-31800
ISSN 0006-873X
Contents:
In Brief
Books for Adults
     Nonfiction
     Fiction
Books for Children
     Nonfiction
     Fiction
Handcopied Braille--Other Agencies
Braille Magazines
IN BRIEF
_Newsstand_
The following announcements may be of interest to readers.  The
National Library Service for the Blind and Physically
Handicapped reserves the right to publish announcements
selectively, as space permits.  Items mentioned, however, are
not part of the NLS program, and their listing does not imply
endorsement.
_Seedlings Announces New Catalog_.  Seedlings Braille Books for
Children announces its new 1995 catalog, which contains more
than 200 low-cost braille books for children ages one to
fourteen.  Thirty-two books have been added this year.  To
receive a free catalog or for more information, call 800-777-
8552, or write to Seedlings, P.O. Box 2395, Livonia, MI  48151-
0395.
_About CD-ROM Accessibility_. National Braille Press has
published a book on using CD-ROM technology with speech or
braille.  Entitled _The CD-ROM Advantage for Blind Users_, the
book is available in braille (one volume), on IBM disk, or in
print for $11.95 (add $3.50 for postage on print edition only).
The book is divided into three parts.  Part One answers the most
commonly asked questions about CD-ROM technology with speech or
braille access.  It assumes no prior knowledge. Part Two is a
profile of several blind users and how they are benefiting from
this technology.  Part Three lists more than 100 CD-ROM titles
that work with speech or braille, current market prices, and
resources for getting started.  Call (617) 266-6160 or write to
National Braille Press, 88 St. Stephen Street, Boston, MA
02115. MasterCard and Visa accepted.
_Al-Anon Materials Available in Braille_.  Volunteer Braille
Services, Inc, is offering to sell Al-Anon materials in braille.
The set of materials contains some seventy-five items ranging
from a wallet card to larger booklets. For a price list or for
more information, contact Volunteer Braille Services, Inc., P.O.
Box 234, Marissa, IL  62257-0234.
_John Milton Magazine_.  The John Milton Society offers
religious and inspirational materials in large print, recorded,
and braille formats.  Its main publication, _John Milton
Magazine_, is a monthly digest of informative and inspirational
articles selected from some fifty periodicals.  All publications
are free.  For information, contact John Milton Society, 475
Riverside Drive, Room 455, New York, NY 10115, (212) 870-3335.
_Books for Adults_
The following books were recently produced for the NLS program.
To order books, complete the order form and return it to your
braille-lending library.
     _Note:_ For the information of the reader, a notice may
appear immediately following the book description to indicate
occurrences of strong language, explicit descriptions of sex, or
violence. The word "some" before any of these terms indicates an
occasional or infrequent occurence, as in "some strong
language."
_Nonfiction_
The Kinsey Institute New Report on Sex: What You Must Know to Be
Sexually Literate  BR 9061
by June M. Reinisch and Ruth Beasley
7 volumes
In the fall of 1989 the Kinsey Institute surveyed 1,974 American
adults to ascertain their "sexual literacy." Fifty-five percent
failed to answer half the questions correctly. This text, a
supplement to Dr. Kinsey's original work published in the 1940s,
provides easily understood information about human sexuality.
1990.
The Tragedy of Coriolanus  BR 9162
by William Shakespeare
2 volumes
Written in the early seventeenth century, the tragedy deals with
Caius Marcius, a haughty Roman general who is given the surname
Coriolanus after defeating the Volscians in the battle of
Corioli. Persuaded to seek election to the consulship, he is
eventually banished from Rome by fickle plebeians. The play
records his attempts to get revenge. 1962.
The Tempest  BR 9178
by William Shakespeare
3 volumes
Early seventeenth-century romantic drama about Prospero, duke of
Milan, ousted from his throne by his brother Antonio and
banished with his daughter Miranda to a primitive island. Years
later, a shipwreck deposits Antonio and his collaborators on the
island. Prospero, knowledgeable about magic, releases spellbound
spirits who help him undo his usurper. 1987.
King Henry VIII  BR 9183
by William Shakespeare
3 volumes
This historical drama, written in the early seventeenth century,
deals with the fall and death of the duke of Buckingham; the
question of the king's divorce from the dignified Queen
Katherine and his marriage to Anne Bullen; and the disgrace and
demise of Cardinal Wolsey. Later, the play turns to Anne's
coronation; to the archbishop of Canterbury's success over his
enemies; and to the christening of a princess, who becomes Queen
Elizabeth I. 1990.
Avoiding the Medicaid Trap: How to Beat the Catastrophic Costs
of Nursing-Home Care  BR 9191
by Armond D. Budish
4 volumes
An attorney who specializes in consumer law outlines legal ways
to preserve assets and still qualify for Medicaid. He explains
how to pay for long-term care without turning one's house and
lifetime savings over to a nursing home. Some strategies are
controversial, for example, divorcing a spouse. Includes
power-of-attorney forms and model Medicaid trusts. 1990.
Troilus and Cressida  BR 9218
by William Shakespeare
2 volumes
A tragedy about lovers during the Trojan Wars, first performed
in 1602. Troilus, one of the king of Troy's five sons, is in
love with Cressida, the daughter of Calchas, a Trojan priest
siding with the Greeks. Calchas, knowing that Troy is about to
fall to the Greeks, flees, leaving Cressida to be taken
prisoner. Although Cressida vows to remain faithful to Troilus,
he witnesses her betrayal. 1966.
Easy Access to National Parks: The Sierra Club Guide for People
with Disabilities  BR 9223
by Wendy Roth and Michael Tompane
4 volumes
Guide on accessibility to national parks for people who are
visually or hearing impaired or anyone with mobility concerns.
The authors discuss preparing for park visits, offer specific
advice on fifteen parks and general information on parks in
every region, and list park recreation support groups. 1992.
Copland: Since 1943  BR 9226
by Aaron Copland and Vivian Perlis
5 volumes
This volume begins with Copland pondering how to get involved in
World War II and follows the format of recollections and
interludes begun in _Copland: 1900 through 1942 (BR 9225)_. A
joyous time follows when his well-known _Appalachian Spring_,
commissioned by the Library of Congress, is awarded the Pulitzer
Prize for music on the day that victory in Europe is declared.
1989.
Metaphysics as a Guide to Morals  BR 9233
by Iris Murdoch
6 volumes
A playwright, prize-winning novelist, and philosopher ponders
the fundamental quest for morality. Murdoch searches philosophy,
particularly metaphysics, and theology for guidance in living a
moral life. And she contemplates the determining roles that art,
literature, science, politics, and nature play in the conscious
choices that human beings make in daily living. 1992.
Opera as Drama  BR 9240
by Joseph Kerman
3 volumes
In this updated version of a book originally published more than
thirty years ago, Kerman has added an extended preface, a
critique of Mozart's _Idomeneo_, and an epilogue on operatic
criticism. His revisions and deletions focus mainly on past
opinions and critical judgments. He remains committed to the
view that in opera the dramatist is the composer and that other
musical genres, such as the ballet, achieve drama in their own
way. 1988.
The Tragedy of Richard II  BR 9244
by William Shakespeare
2 volumes
Historical tragedy and study of kingship first performed in the
1590s. Richard II, a weak and ineffectual king, settles a
quarrel and exiles Henry Bolingbroke, son of John of Gaunt, for
ten years. He then seizes Henry's property to finance the Irish
wars. Henry returns to claim his inheritance, murders the king's
supporters, and imprisons Richard. Henry usurps the throne but
lives in fear until the deposed Richard is no more. 1962.
Twelfth Night; or, What You Will  BR 9252
by William Shakespeare
2 volumes
Turn-of-the-seventeenth-century romantic comedy about twins,
Viola and Sebastian, who are separated by shipwreck. Viola,
obliged to masquerade as Cesario, a page in the service of Duke
Orsino, acts as the duke's envoy of love to Countess Olivia, who
in turn falls in love with Cesario. Meanwhile, Sebastian arrives
and, not unhappily, consents to marry the countess. Mistaken
identities and some complicated lovers' problems precede a happy
reunion. 1960.
Bread Machine Baking: Foolproof Bread and Dessert Perfect Every
Time--Seventy-five Recipes Custom-Created for the Twelve Most
Popular Bread Machines  BR 9257
by Lora Brody and Millie Apter
3 volumes
An introduction offers practical advice on equipment,
ingredients, techniques, and problems. Recipes range from plain
white bread to Zanzibar beignets. Includes a mail-order guide to
sources for flours, starters, and organic ingredients. 1993.
The Light Book: How Natural and Artificial Light Affect Our
Health, Mood, and Behavior  BR 9268
by Jane Wegscheider Hyman
2 volumes
Hyman describes the roles she believes natural light and light
therapy play in insomnia, eating disorders, alcoholism, stress,
infertility, depression caused by seasonal affective disorder
(SAD), and general health and growth. She explains the daily and
monthly biological rhythms tied to the sun and the moon, and the
role of the hormone melatonin. 1990.
Days of Grace: A Memoir  BR 9277
by Arthur Ashe and Arnold Rampersad
3 volumes
A reserved man despite his fame, late tennis champion Arthur
Ashe described the difficulty of being forced to go public with
the announcement that he had contracted AIDS from a blood
transfusion four years earlier. Even after two heart surgeries,
brain surgery, and the AIDS diagnosis, Ashe considered himself a
"fortunate, blessed man." He discusses these blessings--his
family, career, and beliefs. Bestseller 1993.
Take Charge of Your Diabetes: A Guide for Care  BR 9299
by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
1 volume
How to manage life so that one can enjoy good health, even with
a serious disease. This manual stresses the need to balance
activity, food, and medication; the prevention of
diabetes-related problems; and action to take if problems occur.
And it contains practical ideas for keeping track of important
facts that should be discussed with health care providers. 1991.
Language in Thought and Action, Fifth Edition  BR 9305
by S.I. Hayakawa and Alan R. Hayakawa
3 volumes
This revision of a standard work on semantics reflects changes
in culture and technology over the course of the four decades
since the book's first publication. The authors' stated goal is
for the reader to "think more clearly, to speak and to write
more effectively, and to listen and to read with greater
understanding." 1990.
The Idea Factory: Learning to Think at MIT  BR 9312
by Pepper White
3 volumes
After obtaining a master of science from the prestigious
technology school, White describes how MIT teaches students to
think. He explores how engineers struggle to develop the
intuitive and the analytical sides of their minds. He includes
human interest stories--mixed with philosophy, problem solving,
and warnings--to create an image of MIT's high-pressure
environment. Some strong language. 1991.
As the Twig Is Bent  BR 9348
edited by Kenneth Jernigan
1 volume
The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) presents essays from
individuals who discuss aspects of growing up blind. Overcoming
others' misconceptions about blindness is the central theme
among experiences such as being overprotected as children,
deciding whether or not to use a cane, and seeking employment.
Contributors range from a seven-year-old boy to the creator of
the braille math code. Many stress the importance of NFB in
their lives. 1992.
What You Should Know about Blindness, Services for the Blind,
and the Organized Blind Movement  BR 9349
edited by Kenneth Jernigan
1 volume
This guide published by the National Federation of the Blind
(NFB) includes information on blindness (definition, causes, and
misconceptions) and descriptions of services (books, employment,
education, and products) offered through NFB and other agencies.
Also discusses the history of NFB, key people in the
organization, and NFB special interest divisions. 1992.
The Freedom Bell  BR 9351
edited by Kenneth Jernigan
1 volume
In a collection of essays individuals discuss aspects of their
blindness, and many emphasize the impact that the National
Federation of the Blind has had on their lives. The title refers
to the bell that is rung at the Louisiana Center for the Blind
to celebrate a member's success or an event that may have
meaning for all individuals who are blind. One essayist
describes her relief at shedding self-imposed limitations and
beginning a career. 1992.
See, I Told You So  BR 9352
by Rush H., III Limbaugh
4 volumes
Aware that he is referred to as a "hate-monger, bigot,
misogynist, and homophobe," outspoken, ultraconservative radio
talk show host Limbaugh continues to present and defend his
opinions. "Feminism was established so that unattractive women
could have easier access to the mainstream of society" and "The
Earth's ecosystem is not fragile, and humans are not capable of
destroying it" are examples of these views. Some strong
language. Bestseller 1993.
Gretzky: An Autobiography  BR 9359
by Wayne Gretzky and Rick Reilly
2 volumes
The "Great One" chronicles his first three decades, with the
help of a _Sports Illustrated_ writer. The Canadian hockey
player learned to skate on a backyard rink at age two and went
on to a career capped by numerous awards, including the Stanley
Cup with the Edmonton Oilers, before he was traded to the Los
Angeles Kings. Gretzky also discusses his youth, his family
life, and his marriage to a Hollywood actress. 1990.
Do Children Need Religion? How Parents Today Are Thinking about
the Big Questions  BR 9361
by Martha Fay
2 volumes
Fay interviews parents who are pondering how to deal with
religion and their offspring. When ambivalent regarding
organized religion, should parents insist their children have
the same religious upbringing they did? If not, how do they deal
with difficult "religious" questions, how can they ensure a
moral upbringing, and how can they replace the identity element?
1993.
My Heart Soars  BR 9365
by Chief Dan George
1 volume
First published in 1974, this collection contains poems, essays,
prayers, and words of advice and wisdom by a native of North
America. Chief George suggests that "when a man does what needs
to be done, he does not know the meaning of time." And, "the
sunlight does not leave its marks on the grass. So we, too, pass
silently." 1989.
Millennium Approaches: Angels in America; A Gay Fantasia on
National Themes, Part 1  BR 9377
by Tony Kushner
1 volume
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for drama. Action in part one of
this epic play takes place in an ever-changing American milieu.
The central characters are two young homosexual New Yorkers, a
married Mormon couple, and Roy Cohn. The focus shifts from sex
to politics to religion. Human relationships, society, and even
heaven crack under pressure, until finally an angel appears.
Strong language. 1993.
Forty Something Forever:  A Consumer's Guide to Chelation
Therapy and Other Heart-Savers  BR 9401
by Harold and Arline Brecher
4 volumes
Chelation therapy is a series of intravenous infusions of EDTA,
a synthetic substance. The Brechers discuss the controversy
surrounding the treatment and describe conditions EDTA has been
used for (heart problems and diabetes being two). They also
compare this therapy with conventional treatments. Stresses
maintaining health after therapy. 1992.
_Fiction_
The Worm Ouroboros  BR 9204
by E.R. Eddison
5 volumes
The heroic lords of Demonland are arrayed in epic battle against
the minions of the warlock King Gorice XII. Against exotic
landscapes, amidst swordplay and sorcery, passion and violence,
intrigue and betrayal, and ample bloodletting, the Demon lords
begin their odyssey toward an enchanted mountain and the final
desperate battle. This adventure fantasy in archaic prose was
first published in 1922 and is an acknowledged forerunner of its
genre. 1926.
A Suitable Boy  BR 9262
by Vikram Seth
14 volumes
This saga involves the extended families of the Chatterjis, the
Kapoors, the Khans, and the Mehras. Lata Mehra is a central
figure in this huge cast, and throughout the story the quest for
a suitable husband for Lata is a dominant, recurring theme. Set
in India in the 1950s, background scenes depict the political
climate of a newly independent country and the religious
rivalries of Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs. Bestseller 1993.
The Foreseeable Future  BR 9286
by Reynolds Price
2 volumes
Three short stories set in rural North Carolina. In "The Fare to
the Moon," Kayes Paschal must face the reality of leaving his
mistress, as well as his estranged wife and son, and go off to
World War II. In the title story, Whit Wade, who has come home a
wounded veteran of World War II, must learn to live again. And
in "Back before Day," Dean Walker confronts jealousy, childhood
devotion, and death. Some strong language and some descriptions
of sex. 1991.
Albuquerque  BR 9291
by Rudolfo Anaya
3 volumes
Albuquerque native Abrn Gonzlez learns of his adoption when
his biological mother requests his presence at her deathbed. She
dies before revealing the identity of Abrn's father and Abrn
becomes consumed with finding him. Meanwhile, the controversial
Albuquerque mayoral race is heating up--involving even Abrn,
who is exploited by one candidate and seduced by another. Some
strong language and some descriptions of sex. 1992.
The Last Command: Star Wars, Volume 3  BR 9292
by Timothy Zahn
4 volumes
Grand Admiral Thrawn has mobilized the Empire's forces against
the Rebel Alliance. His cloned soldiers can be replaced faster
than the Alliance can destroy them. Things look bleak for the
Alliance. Luke Skywalker leads a small force to destroy the
cloning machines, only to find the Dark Jedi C'baoth waiting for
him. Sequel to _Dark Force Rising (BR 9288)_. Bestseller 1993.
Replacing Dad  BR 9293
by Shelley Fraser Mickle
2 volumes
Mother and teenaged son--Linda and Drew--take turns telling
about the effect divorce is having on their family. Since George
Senior left Linda for another woman, Linda and Drew have been
attempting to maintain normalcy for the sake of hyperactive
George Junior and suddenly allergy-prone Mandy. When Linda lies
her way into a medical assistant's job with the new town doctor,
Drew is relieved at her happiness but afraid it won't last. Some
descriptions of sex. 1993.
China Mountain Zhang  BR 9295
by Maureen F. McHugh
3 volumes
On twenty-second-century Earth, China has become dominant and
the United States is a secondary power. China Mountain Zhang, an
American-born Chinese, who is homosexual and hides this fact
from the authorities, begins his personal odyssey through
several layers of this society and from a much-changed New York
City to the technological glitter of Beijing. Strong language
and some descriptions of sex. 1992.
The Scarlet City: A Novel of Sixteenth-Century Italy  BR 9315
by Hella S. Haasse
3 volumes
Depicts some of Italy's most illustrious citizens, such as
Michelangelo and Machiavelli, during the Italian Wars. Giovanni,
one of the Borgias, finds his ancestry a mystery he hopes to
solve by moving about among rivals. Just as there are no ready
answers to the outward turmoil, Giovanni has difficulty finding
a solution to his problem. His search, recorded in entries from
a diary, alternates with other personal narratives. 1990.
Cracking India  BR 9318
by Bapsi Sidhwa
3 volumes
Lenny, eight, worries about what is happening to her world in
the affluent area of Lahore, India, in 1947. Lenny's carefree
days are spent with her ayah (nanny) and her parents, and in
visits to her godmother, her aunt, and her aunt's son. But those
lighthearted times are quickly disappearing as tensions increase
among Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and Parsees. And when her ayah is
kidnapped, Lenny's life is never the same. Violence and strong
language. 1991.
Sierra Triumph: The Holts; An American Dynasty, Volume 6  BR
9322
by Dana Fuller Ross
3 volumes
In the sequel to _Hawaii Heritage (BR 9033_), as journalist Tim
Holt tries to get over one woman, another forces him to think
about women's suffrage. Meanwhile Tim's cousin Frank Blake is
enlightened by impoverished immigrants and, abandoning military
plans, decides to become a hobo. Frank's unexpected reunion with
his brother Peter is fiery. Strong language, some violence, and
some explicit descriptions of sex. 1992.
Yukon Justice: The Holts; An American Dynasty, Volume 7  BR 9323
by Dana Fuller Ross
3 volumes
In the sequel to _Sierra Triumph (BR 9322)_, Frank Blake is on
the road again following the explosion at the Sierra refinery.
After a stint with a circus, Frank heads for the Yukon territory
and is pleased to meet up again with Peggy, his favorite Sierra
resident. Meanwhile his doctor cousin Janessa faces opposition
for helping poor women obtain birth control. Strong language,
some violence, and descriptions of sex. 1992.
Snake Eyes  BR 9325
by Rosamond Smith
3 volumes
Michael and Gina O'Meara live in a comfortable New Jersey
neighborhood with their twin sons and appear to have a happy
marriage. Michael frequently does work for the ACLU. He is
responsible for having Lee Roy Sears's death sentence commuted
and seeing that he has a job in the O'Mearas' hometown. But
Sears becomes too much a part of the O'Mearas' life, causing
long-hidden secrets to emerge. Violence, strong language, and
some descriptions of sex. 1992.
Due North  BR 9330
by Mitchell Smith
3 volumes
Sara is used to making decisions. Except that last year, frozen
by fear, Sara chose not to come to her husband's aid when he was
attacked by a bear. Tormented by guilt and the cruelty of the
Alaskan wilderness, she decides to return to the civilization of
Seattle. What she discovers is a different set of problems, the
courage to confront her fears, and renewed independence. Strong
language and explicit descriptions of sex. 1992.
Mystery Ride  BR 9331
by Robert Boswell
3 volumes
In April 1971, Stephen and Angela bought a farm in Iowa and
settled down to farm life and raising their daughter Dulcie.
Five years later they separated. Although each now has another
partner, they still maintain a love for one another. When Dulcie
becomes a rebellious teenager, Angela hopes a summer spent on
the farm with Stephen will help. But is Angela ready for the
memories the farm brings back? Strong language and some
descriptions of sex. 1992.
Sons of the Morning  BR 9332
by DeWitt S. Copp
3 volumes
After a group of anthropologists disappears, French-Canadian
pilot Montour thinks he has hit the mother lode when he finds a
scientist's notebook left behind. The scientist refers to a
discovery as being "pure gold," and Montour takes him literally.
During World War II, the notebook falls into the hands of
various people, each with an individual agenda for interpreting
it. Now, fifty years later, the puzzle may be solved. Strong
language and some violence. 1992.
The Deserter Troop  BR 9333
by Jack Cummings
2 volumes
When Sergeant Joe Madden saw Private Raymond Craig's courage on
being dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Army and branded a
deserter, he knew Craig would be an excellent choice for the
unit of gunmen he was forming. Madden had no problem getting
others to desert with him, as few people liked Captain Brandon
Falk. But Madden did not count on Craig's conscience and Chief
Lone Horse's vengeance. Violence and some strong language. 1991.
A House Divided: The Russians, Volume 2  BR 9335
by Michael Phillips and Judith Pella
3 volumes
Prince Sergei Fedorcenko has returned home from war. He still
loves Anna, but he is too confused to know his own heart. Anna's
brother Paul has joined the op- posing side in the
conflict--causing Anna to choose sides. She must call upon her
faith to help hold together the two families she loves, as
Katrina finds her future. Sequel to _The Crown and the Crucible
(BR 9334)_. 1992.
Travail and Triumph: The Russians, Volume 3  BR 9336
by Michael Phillips and Judith Pella
3 volumes
Prince Sergei's book is finished, but the contents soon bring
trouble to him and his entire family. Sergei will eventually be
sent to Siberia. But Anna's faith will continue to sustain her
as she struggles to deal with the problems created by Sergei's
book, the birth of Katrina's daughter, and a proposal of
marriage. Sequel to _A House Divided (BR 9335)_. 1992.
After All These Years  BR 9339
by Susan Isaacs
3 volumes
Rosie Meyers does not give up hope that her estranged husband
Richie will reconsider divorcing her until she trips over his
corpse in the kitchen. The fact that she tries to yank the knife
from his body seals her fate as the prime suspect. Realizing
that the real killer's trail is growing cold, Rosie dodges the
cops while trying to wrest the truth out of Richie's friends and
associates. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of
sex. Bestseller 1993.
Sapphire  BR 9343
by Venita Helton
3 volumes
1861. Sir James Lloyd, accompanied by his daughter, Arienne
Dauphina Lloyd, is on a special mission to America--he is
carrying guns to the Confederates. His ship is attacked, and
Arienne is rescued by Major Joshua Langdon, a Union soldier
masquerading as a Confederate. Their individual loyalties force
them to separate, but they are eventually tempted by their
attraction to each other. Strong language and explicit
descriptions of sex. 1993.
The Junk-Drawer Corner-Store Front-Porch Blues  BR 9344
by John R. Powers
2 volumes
Donald Cooper's forty-fifth birthday becomes one he will
certainly remember. First he learns he may have lung cancer,
then his girlfriend walks out on him, and that night a doctor
calls to inform him that his mother has broken her hip. When he
arrives in Chicago, his mother insists he bring her a brown box
from the house--where Donald has not been in twenty years. By
the next day Donald has done a lot of growing up. 1992.
Jurassic Park  BR 9345
by Michael Crichton
4 volumes
Something is terribly wrong at Jurassic Park on a remote island
off the coast of Costa Rica. Visitors and residents are being
attacked by strange-looking animals that maul them and leave
behind a sticky saliva. In reality, dinosaurs cloned and raised
by a genetic engineering firm have escaped the island.
Consultants are brought in to solve the problem, but soon
everyone is running for dear life. Some strong language.
Bestseller 1990.
Jazz  BR 9346
by Toni Morrison
2 volumes
Joe, a middle-aged salesman, kills his teenaged mistress,
Dorcas. Violet, Joe's wife, goes berserk at the funeral and
attempts to mutilate the corpse. Against the steady pulse of
Harlem in the 1920s, a narrator improvises on the passionate and
tragic themes of these three central figures. Past and present
voices, like jazz, fade out, share the spotlight, build up a
head of steam, and quietly sing the blues. Some strong language.
Bestseller 1992.
A Hero Ain't Nothin' but a Sandwich  BR 9354
by Alice Childress
1 volume
The story of Benjie Johnson, a thirteen-year-old heroin addict
in Harlem, is told from various viewpoints, including his own.
Benjie tells of his introduction to drugs and his feelings about
school, his mother, his grandmother, his stepfather, his best
friend Jimmy-Lee Powell, and himself. We also hear the voices of
these individuals as they reveal Benjie's story and their own
ideas about life. Strong language. For junior and senior high
readers. 1973.
The Volcano Lover: A Romance  BR 9355
by Susan Sontag
4 volumes
In the late eighteenth century, British ambassador Sir William
Hamilton is in Naples. When his wife dies, Sir William marries
Emma, a young woman of dubious background, who in turn falls in
love with Lord Horatio Nelson. Sir William's passion for
collecting clouds his ability to see objects for their true
value, a costly failing. Violence, some strong language, and
some descriptions of sex. 1992.
The Grisly Wife  BR 9356
by Rodney Hall
2 volumes
Hall's fictional history of nineteenth-century Australia ends
with _Captivity Captive (BR 7368)_. _The Second Bridegroom (BR
8874)_ took his history back to the 1830s. Now Hall fills in the
story through the eyes of Catherine Byrne, who comes to
Australia with a charismatic preacher and the women of the
Household of Hidden Stars. She recalls the voyage to Australia
and the events leading up to a multiple murder. 1993.
Miss Tonks Turns to Crime: The Poor Relation, Volume 2  BR 9386
by Marion Chesney
1 volume
The Poor Relation Hotel in London is again short of funds to
keep it running. Miss Tonks has agreed to relieve her sister of
a diamond necklace and tiara, which should provide the needed
cash. Posing as a highwayman, Miss Tonks acquires the jewels,
but upon her return she brings her niece who seems to have
fallen in love with the highwayman when "he" kissed her. Sequel
to _Lady Fortescue Steps Out (BR 9284)_. 1993.
Mrs. Budley Falls from Grace: The Poor Relation, Volume 3  BR
9387
by Marion Chesney
2 volumes
The Poor Relation Hotel is again in financial trouble, and Mrs.
Budley has been chosen to carry out the latest scheme to acquire
money. She is to claim relationship to the Marquess of
Peterhouse who is supposedly old and senile. But of course he
isn't, and romance follows. A problem cook adds to the confusion
that often reigns at the Poor Relation. Sequel to _Miss Tonks
Turns to Crime (BR 9386)_. 1993.
The Brave  BR 9395
by Robert Lipsyte
1 volume
Sonny Bear--part Native American, part white--is rejected by
both worlds. Tired of being a "nobody," Sonny leaves the
Moscondaga Reservation to find his artist mother in New York
City. There he is picked up by two hustlers who steal his
wallet, and he foils a drug bust for narcotics sergeant Alfred
Brooks, a former boxer who sees Sonny's talent. For junior and
senior high readers. 1991.
_Books for Children_
The following books were recently produced for the NLS program.
To order books, complete the order form and return it to your
braille-lending library.
_Fiction_
The Widow's Broom  BR 8973
by Chris Van Allsburg
1 volume
A witch's worn-out broom falls from the sky, with its passenger
aboard, into the garden of the lonely widow Minna Shaw. The
witch soon departs, leaving the broom behind. When the widow
spies it sweeping the floor by itself, she teaches it to chop
wood, fetch water, and feed the cow. It even plays a few tunes
on the piano. Her neighbors, the Spiveys, say that it is a
devil's broom that must be destroyed. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades
K-3. 1992.
An Angel for Solomon Singer  BR 8977
by Cynthia Rylant
1 volume
Solomon Singer loved Indiana where he grew up. There he had a
fireplace and pets, and there was lots of room for wandering.
Now he lives in a lonely hotel for men in New York City. The
hotel has none of the things that he loves, and he does not love
where he lives. So at night he wanders in the streets thinking
of Indiana. One night he happens upon the Westway Cafe, where he
finds a friend and feels welcome. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4.
1992.
Tree of Cranes  BR 8980
by Allen Say
1 volume
Seven days before New Year's Day, a young Japanese boy is
perplexed by his mother's strange behavior. She folds paper
cranes and digs up the tiny pine tree that was planted when he
was born. As the boy helps his mother decorate the tree with the
paper cranes and candles, she explains how Christmas is
celebrated in the United States, where she was born.
PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1991.
Up a Road Slowly  BR 9381
by Irene Hunt
2 volumes
With clear recall, Julie recounts growing up motherless from age
seven to high school graduation. She relates the pains and high
moments and describes her relationships, both happy and
disappointing. For grades 6-9 and older readers. Newbery Medal.
1966.
The Egypt Game  BR 9393
by Zilpha Keatley Snyder
1 volume
A group of children entranced by the study of Egypt play their
own Egypt game with secret meetings, rites, and ceremonies in an
abandoned yard behind the antique shop. The game helps an
unhappy eleven-year-old solve her personal problems and leads to
the identification of the lurking stranger. For grades 4-7.
1976.
A Day No Pigs Would Die  BR 9397
by Robert Newton Peck
1 volume
Explores the problems of growing up on a Shaker farm in Vermont
in the 1920s. The story concerns a young boy's pig--its growth,
blue ribbon, and inevitable slaughter. Surrounding this are
details of farm life, Yankee jokes, and family memories. For
grades 6-9 and older readers. 1972.
A Wrinkle in Time  BR 9403
by Madeleine L'Engle
2 volumes
When an atomic physicist disappears, his children begin a
bizarre search. Led by three whimsical characters, Mrs. Whatsit,
Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which, they manage their interplanetary
journey by "wrinkling" to span space and time. For grades 5-8.
Newbery Medal. 1962.
_Handcopied Braille--Other Agencies_
The following books have been hand transcribed for the library
indicated with each entry and are available from that library
for circulation throughout the country.  Please write or call
directly to the library indicated.
LLB
Lutheran Library for the Blind
1133 South Kirkwood Road
St. Louis, MO 63122
314-965-9000, 800-433-3954
Adult Nonfiction
Glimpses of Grace    LLB
     by Rosemary J. Upton
     3 volumes
     The author recounts in diary form the emotional pressures
     and frustrations her family experienced in dealing with
     their mother's Alzheimer's disease.
Taking Control   LLB
     by Frank Minirth and others
     4 volumes
     Evaluates current therapies for dealing with drug abuse and
     describes the success of the Minirth-Meier Clinic, where
     more than 50 percent of those who complete the program
     remain drug-free for a year or more.
Adult Fiction
Another Spring    LLB
     by June Masters Bacher
     4 volumes
     the fourth in a new Pioneer Romance series.  As spring
     returns, the pioneers are filled with the anticipation of
     new life.  The families work together to solve the
     mysteries of Rambling Gate and overcome the hardships of
     settling the Northwest Territory.
Braille Magazines
The following is a list of braille magazines in the Library of
Congress program.  Readers may obtain free personal
subscriptions to these magazines.  For information on the
availability of specific magazines, consult the library that
sends you braille materials.
Asimov's Science Fiction (monthly plus mid-December)
Better Homes and Gardens (monthly)
Boys' Life (for children and teens, monthly)
Braille Book Review (bimonthly)
Braille Chess Magazine (British quarterly)
Braille Journal of Physiotherapy (British monthly)
Braille Music Magazine (British monthly)
Braille Variety News (monthly)
Children's Digest (for children, 8 issues)
Consumers' Research (monthly)
Cooking Light (bimonthly plus Christmas)
Fortune (biweekly plus specials)
Inside Sports (monthly)
Jack and Jill (for children, 8 issues)
Journal of Rehabilitation (quarterly)
Ladies' Home Journal (monthly)
Madam (British monthly)
The Musical Mainstream (quarterly)
National Geographic (monthly)
New Beacon (British monthly)
The _New York Times_ Large Type Weekly (weekly)
News (NLS quarterly)
Parenting (monthly except January and July)
PC/Computing (monthly)
Playboy, selections (monthly)
Poetry (monthly)
Popular Communications (monthly)
Popular Mechanics (monthly)
Popular Music Lead Sheets (3 per year)
Progress (British monthly)
Science News (weekly)
Seventeen (for teens, monthly)
Update (NLS quarterly)
The _Washington Post_ Book World (weekly)
The following sports schedules are also available:
American Baseball League Schedule
National Baseball League Schedule
National Basketball Association Schedule
National Football League Schedule
National Hockey League Schedule
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