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On Buying Books You Already Own

Beaufort Books — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:12:23 +0000

Hello! I’m Theresa, a new intern here at Beaufort, and I shall henceforth be known as Beau Soleil. I feel my moniker is appropriate for two reasons–beautiful sun, for a summer intern–and it’s also a coy nod to my other job at an oyster bar–Beau Soleil is, of course, a boutique oyster from Canada. But anyway! Back to books!

A used bookstore in my neighborhood in Brooklyn has some vintage copies of my favorite books–not expensive first editions of classic books, but hardcovers from the 70s with fantastic covers.

It’s hard to justify buying a copy of a book I already own–but oh! The delicately frayed jackets, the charmingly dated font, that old book smell–and how nice they would look displayed on my bookshelves! (Once I have bookshelves, I mean–my library is currently supported by a wire kitchen rack.)

While you really don’t need more than one copy of a book, a beloved book, on the other hand, is hard to say no to–especially if the cover is unique, ancient, or foreign. New covers on classic books, while fun, don’t have the same thrill as unearthing a dusty relic with crumbling pages, last read decades ago. And especially treasured are old books gifted to you by someone you love–a book of my grandmother’s whose title frightened me my entire childhood (The Naked and the Dead), or my father’s copy of War and Peace from college, with his notes scratched in the margins.

So sometimes buying books is no longer just about reading them–they are for collecting, to remind yourself of earlier days and people from your past, for displaying as art objects, in lieu of wallpaper–

But, yes, most of all, for reading.

Boat People

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:20:11 +0000

The years 1975 to 1996 were witness to the largest mass migration in modern history, when more than a million people left war-torn Vietnam by boat in search of safety.

Thousands perished when their boats fell apart en route, while others succumbed to starvation, dehydration, and cold-blooded attacks by Thai pirates.

Combining autobiographical accounts from survivors with evocative images from the time, Boat People is a moving account of the refugees nicknamed “Boat People.” The personal accounts tell of the perilous sea journey, the time spent in refugee camps, and the final journey to new adopted homelands.

Editor Carina Hoang, a survivor of the Exodus at the age of 16, has compiled a book of both stunning photography and rich stories, to memorialize those who lost their lives and to honor those who are still alive today to recount their remarkable experiences.

About the Author: Carina Hoang

ISBN: 978-0-82530-690-7 (Paperback)

240 pages

$34.95

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Called Again: A Story of Love and Triumph

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:19:10 +0000

In 2011, Jennifer Pharr Davis became the overall record holder on the Appalachian Trail. By hiking 2,181 miles in 46 days – an average of 47 miles per day – she became the first female to ever set that mark. But this is not a book about records or numbers; this is a book about endurance and faith, and most of all love.

The most amazing part of this story is not found at the finish, but is discovered through the many challenges, lessons and relationships that present themselves along the trail. This is Jennifer’s story, in her own words, about how she started this journey with a love for hiking and more significantly a love for her husband Brew. Together, they were able to overcome rugged mountains and raging rivers, sleet storms and 100 degree heat, shin-splints and illnesses. They made new friends and tested old friendships; they shared together laughter, and tears – a lot of tears. But, through it all, they fell more in love with one another and with the wilderness.

By completing this extraordinary amateur feat, Jennifer rose above the culture of multi-million dollar sports contracts that is marked by shortcuts and steroids. This is the story of a real person doing something remarkable. Jennifer Pharr Davis is a modern role-model for women – and men. She is an authentic hero.

About the Author: Jennifer Pharr Davis

ISBN: 978-0-82530-693-8 (Hardcover)

300 pages

$24.95

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Get Your Kids Hiking: How to Start Them Young and Keep it Fun!

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:14:43 +0000

Hiking is a great way to relax, connect with nature, and enjoy time with your family. Bringing your kids along can be rewarding for you and for them, but it can also add new challenges and concerns to your trip. Get Your Kids Hiking is loaded with everything you need to know to hit the trail with kids; from gear to simple proven techniques that will make your hike safe and fun. Written with both the novice and the seasoned hiker in mind, Jeff Alt provides all the information you need to take your child out on the trail.

This books offers:

- Age-appropriate ways to include your child in all aspects of the hike

- Checklists of what to pack for any type of hike

- Kid-friendly menus

- Advice for hiking with a child who has special needs.

Get Your Kids Hiking is the playbook to inspire an appreciation for the great outdoors in your children and keep your young child or teenager interested in a family hiking trip.

About the Author: Jeff Alt

ISBN: 978-0-82530-691-4 (Paperback)

160 pages

$13.95

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Blackout

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:13:47 +0000

This publication is the antidote to the persistent media avoidance of both the Grand Jury report and the trial of Dr. Kermit Gosnell. When Jonah Goldberg says that “this [Grand Jury] report struck me as equal to some of the greatest reportorial journalism I have ever seen written,” he is not only complimenting District Attorney R. Seth Williams and his team, he is also condemning those in the mainstream media who choose to avoid reporting to the American people what was happening at 3801-05 Lancaster Avenue in Philadelphia.

Goldberg praises the DA for putting “forward a truly compelling and thoroughly horrifying narrative about how a figurative butcher charged his patients the way a literal butcher would: by the pound.”

Jonah Goldberg is a syndicated columnist, editor-at-large of National Review Online and a fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.

ISBN: 978-0-82530-726-3 (Paperback)

203 pages

$12.95

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Great Food Jobs 2

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:08:46 +0000

Do you want to turn your passion for food into a career? Take a bite out of the food world with help from the experts in this companion book to Irena Chalmers’ career guidance classic, Food Jobs. Maybe you’re considering culinary school, maybe you’re about to graduate, or maybe you’re looking for an exciting career change. How can you translate your zest for flavor into a satisfying profession?

Culinary careers are as varied as they are fascinating, and the only challenge is deciding which one is right for you. Great Food Jobs 2 includes descriptions of many types of careers in the food industry, along with ideas to help you find the one that’s right for you.

About the Author: Irena Chalmers
Visit the author online: www.FoodJobsBook.com
Read Irena’s Blog: “I’ve Been Thinking…”

ISBN: 978-0-82530-692-1 (Paperback)

$17.95

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How to be a Great Parent

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:07:13 +0000

Does your child’s behavior confuse you? Do you find yourself wondering if there is a better way to respond to your screaming toddler or teenager? It is easy to be the kind of parent you want to be when your children are safely tucked into bed at night. But how do you become that parent when they are getting into everything and driving you crazy?

How to Be A Great Parent offers practical strategies and techniques for coping with a wide variety of parenting issues. Dr. Nancy S. Buck will help you deal with issues such as eating, biting, lying, chores, swearing, homework, sexuality, and more. Stories of real-life families plus parenting tips, quizzes, and Q&As show you how to apply these new techniques right away.

You’ll learn to stop asking why: Why does my child act that way? Why doesn’t he listen to me? Why does she keep asking me permission when I’ve already told her no? And you’ll discover the “magical question” you should be asking instead.

You’ll also find out how to

-Make conscious parenting decisions instead of automatically doing what your parents did

-Decide how much freedom is enough for your child

-Harness your child’s innate desire for fun

-Cope with bedtime (and naptime)

-Handle squabbling siblings

-Talk with your teenager

-Parent together after a divorce

Once you understand your child’s behavior, you will be able to respond in a kinder, more effective way. This will facilitate a stronger parent/child bond.

About the Author: Nancy S. Buck, PhD

ISBN: 978-0-82530-689-1 (Paperback)

198 pages

$14.95

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Killer Girlfriend: The Jodi Arias Story

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:05:50 +0000

On January 2, 2013, the murder trial of Jodi Arias began, setting off a national obsession with Jodi’s story of sex, lies, and murder. Jodi Arias became a household name overnight when she was charged with the heinous murder of her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander. Travis was found dead in his shower, with approximately thirty stab wounds, his throat slit, and a bullet hole in his forehead.

From nightly news specials covering every moment of the trial to CNN Headline News featuring daily updates on the case, the media circus only fueled the hunger of the public to learn more about this twisted tale.

Associated Press reporters Brian Skoloff and Josh Hoffner were there covering every moment of the court case. Killer Girlfriend provides the first comprehensive account of the case, from the moment Jodi and Travis met, through the killing, her arrest, the four-month trial, and ending, finally, with the verdict.

About the Authors: Josh Hoffner and Brian Skoloff

ISBN: 978-0-82530-727-0 (Paperback)

144 pages

$9.99

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Authority Encounter

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:02:25 +0000

For those following Jesus, the question of “what now” often enters the mind and heart. In Authority Encounter, pastor Chuck Davis provides clarifying answers and guidance. Davis presents the case that one key aspect of being a Christ follower is the notion of authority. Living in a world that is rooted in power, Christ followers are challenged daily by powers that seek to interrupt or trample their success in the journey through Christ. Davis believes that while followers receive empowerment from the Holy Spirit, this power is only fully operational as they function out of their God-given authority. As believers, everything they need is at their disposal. However, they must actively appropriate their authority, both in attitude and in action. In attitude means bringing all of their life into the experiential knowledge of this authority. They need to immerse themselves in what it means to be positioned in Christ. Davis provides biblical verses that will help readers understand their authority and deepen their understanding of the kingdom of God.

About the Author: Chuck Davis

ISBN: 978-0-82530-695-2 (Paperback)

156 pages

$12.95

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Carina Hoang

Beaufort Books — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:45:58 +0000

At the age of sixteen, Carina Hoang left Vietnam with two younger siblings and four hundred strangers in a frail wooden boat and set off across the South China Sea. They survived the journey and the extreme challenges that followed in a primitive refugee camp, and ultimately were accepted for resettlement in the United States. In recent years Hoang has assisted a number of Vietnamese families to find the grave of relatives in several former refugee camps in Indonesia.