Leslie Buck jumps for a dream, landing an apprenticeship in Kyoto to learn the fine art of pruning. As she settles into life in Japan, she gains invaluable lessons from her work in the gardens as well as from her fellow gardeners. This book is travel Zen. --Marilyn
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Crazy but true! The 2017 Chicago Cubs are World Series Champions. Part memoir, part reporting, part play-by-play, Rich Cohen has wonderfully captured the love of the game and the end of the curse. Go, Cubs, Go! --Amanda
Adventure with the delightfully nerdy naturalist writer Noah Strycker as he meets 6,042 species and many unforgettable people who lovingly help him along the way. You don't have to be a birder to love this book. Soon you'll be sharing Strycker’s hopeful and unique perspective on the world. --Nicole
An Oakland native and a Berkeley resident, Allen Steck started climbing in Yosemite back in the 1940s--at sixteen years old. This memoir doubles as a history of modern mountain climbing from the days of exploration to the present, and it includes many previously unpublished images. --Leigh
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Brought to you by one of the foremost tour book companies, Secret Marvels of the World is the perfect companion for those who travel, dream of traveling, or simply enjoy learning about new places. The only thing better than planning a trip is discovering unique, off-the-beaten-path destinations. Fantastic! --Jenna