Archive for October, 2007

I Am America (and So Can You!)
by Stephen Colbert
It’s finally here! Colbert was on Good Morning America this morning, followed by an amusing “self interview” on his own show this evening. He even featured Powell’s Books on his show, the official bookstore of this site. For more Colbert book fever, don’t forget this Thursday he [...]

Tiki: My Life in the Game and Beyond
by Tiki Barber

The Braindead Megaphone

The Braindead Megaphone
by George Saunders

Revolution of Hope: The Life, Faith, and Dreams of a Mexican President
by Vicente Fox
Fox also did an extensive interview with Larry King here.

Innovation Nation: How America Is Losing Its Innovation Edge, Why It Matters, and What We Can Do to Get It Back
by John Kao

The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy
by John J Mearsheimer

Life’s a Campaign: What Politics Has Taught Me about Friendship, Rivalry, Reputation, and Success
by Chris Matthews
Stewart had serious issues with this book and it made an amusing interview. My favorite part? Stewart saying, “I’m not criticizing your book, I’m criticizing your entire philosophy of life.”

Takeover: The Return of the Imperial Presidency and the Subversion of American Democracy
by Charlie Savage