The non-fiction shelves at PWPL are full of inspiration. The
new books are no exception. Walking away from the new book shelves with a
reasonable stack of books requires great control, as my inclination is to check
them all out! I’ve narrowed this list down to those I found the most
interesting, this week.
This lovely book provides inspiration for a wide variety of
food bowls. The ingredients are readily available and appeal to a wide range of
tastes. If you find food in a bowl intriguing, you’ll want to check this one
out!
Bowman, Katy. (2016)
Movement Matters: Essays on Movement Science, Movement Ecology and the Nature
of Movement. 615.82 BO.
Katy Bowman is a biomechanist who studies movement and our
society’s lack thereof. She emphasizes the need for motion in all aspects of
human life. Bowman is the author of several books on movement, this latest book
is a series of thought provoking essays. Bowman’s books will change how you
think about your day to day activities.
The elusive study of Physics, applied to the everyday. This
is a fascinating read for those interested in finding out, why. From gravity to
the interesting behavior of bubbles in swirling tea; the author puts the
science of everyday phenomena into a language that the rest of us can
understand.
Seed Savers Exchange
(2015) The Seed Garden: The Art and Practice of Seed Saving. 635 CO.
Interested in saving seed from this year’s garden? Perhaps
you’ve borrowed seed from the seed library and would like to donate, but need guidance.
This comprehensive title from Seed Savers Exchange will guide you through the
process from start to finish. General seed saving guidelines are provided, but
more importantly the book provides detailed information by crop. If you haven’t
visited the Seed Library at PWPL yet, there is plenty of time left!
Anyone who concerned about the eating habits of young people
in their lives should give this book a read. A very down to earth look at the
way we are feeding our children, and how we can help them to develop healthier
eating behaviors. The author provides details about the science behind her
suggestions.
Weso, Thomas Pecore.
(2016) Good Seeds: a Menominee Indian Food Memoir. 641.5929 WE.
This quick read is steeped in cultural experience. A lovely
memoir complete with recipes provide an indigenous look at seasonal food. Some
of the recipes like “Baked Beaver Feast” will not be practical for most of us.
However, many of the recipes will find a place in even the most modern kitchen.
This look at truly seasonal cooking is worth a read!
--Andrea Ingmire, Library Director
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