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John R. Alden

The Tulip: The Story of the Flower That Has Made Men Mad

Review of 'The Tulip: The Story of a Flower That Has Made Men Mad'

March 2000

A Mediterranean Feast

Book Reviews: A Mediterranean Feast

January 1, 2000

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Review of 'The Victorian Internet: The Remarkable Story of the Telegraph and the Nineteenth Century's On-Line Pioneers'

January 1999

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Review of The Beach: The History of Paradise on Earth and Sea Shells'

August 1998

Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature

Review of 'Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature'

January 1998

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Review of 'Olives: The Life and Lore of a Noble Fruit'

August 1997

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Review of 'Stand Facing the Stove: The Story of the Women Who Gave America The Joy of Cooking', 'Auguste Escoffier: Memories of My Life'

March 1997

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Review of 'Coming of Age With Elephants: A Memoir'

July 1996

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Review of 'A Field Guide to Germs'

March 1996

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