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These are the recent top ten bestselling
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The aim of Ole Voices is to make available previously
unpublished writings of the St. Olaf College faculty, staff,
students and alumni that illustrate unique and important chapters
in the college's history.
St. Olaf College Archives. Paperback. $9.95 
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In these 1997 Lyman Beecher Lectures in Preaching delivered at Yale Divinity School, the author focuses on the task of those who preach and those who hear sermons in a world where people thirst for a word from God.
Paperback. $14.95
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Celebrate all the holidays–and then some–with renowned storyteller Kevin Kling, whose sense of the ridiculous never gets in the way of his appreciation for human nature.
Hardcover. $22.95
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In search of a place to call home, thousands of Hmong families made the journey from the war-torn jungles of Laos to the overcrowded refugee camps of Thailand and onward to America. But lacking a written language of their own, the Hmong experience has been primarily recorded by others. Driven to tell her family's story after her grandmother's death, The
Latehomecomer is Kao Kalia Yang's tribute to the remarkable woman whose spirit held them all together. It is also an eloquent, firsthand account of a people who have worked hard to make their voices heard.
Paperback. $14.95
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Arranged by season and including helpful "as seen while
hiking" views, this guidebook opens up a world of natural
beauty for wildflower watchers in northern climes.
Paperback. $22.95
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A good cook once said that a casserole is a blend of inspiration
and what's on hand. Beatrice Ojakangas must have had inspiration
by the gallon to come up with these 500 casseroles. From a breakfast
of Eggs Florentine to a dinner of Pork Chops with Apple Stuffing,
soon even the most casserole-wary cook will be dishing about
these delights.
Chronicle Books. Paperback.
$24.95
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From a shot glass of velvety chocolate mousse to an itty-bitty
key lime pie, these miniature delights are each a mouthful of
pure pleasure. Indulge in one of the hottest food trends around
and make these simple but decadent desserts at home. Whether
you're craving just a bite of something sweet at the end of a
meal, or you wish to sample several sweets as a grand finale,
these recipes for luscious desserts- prepared in bite-size portions-
are perfectly satisfying every time.
Sellers Publishing. Hardcover.
$18.95
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Steve Swanson’s latest book peeks into the lives of Harold
and Louise Nielsen, two seemingly ordinary people and a company
called Foldcraft. Harold Nielson takes his financial success
and sells the company to the employees. The funds were used to
start the Winds of Peace Foundation which serves the underprivileged
around the world, focusing on women and children. This is a story
of their extraordinary vision of a just and peaceable world.
Paperback. $29.95
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This book presents English translations of 10 folk tales from Southern Tanzania which the author recorded in the mid-1970's. 'Matengo' is the author's mother tongue and, in addition to the English translations of the folk tales, there are some songs presented in the original Matengo as well. Covering a wide range of themes and styles, these translated folk tales help the reader appreciate the stories in their original cultural context. Also found within is an essay on folklore in general, and a commentary is provided on each story. Both the layman and the college student can enjoy this book.
Paperback. $14.95
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Edna Hong and Howard Hong have touched and influenced thousands upon thousands of students, colleagues, scholars, readers, and friends. To honor this contribution to the world, this text offers critical essays and personal memoirs from Kierkegaard and philosophy scholars, pastors, colleagues, friends, family members, and former students closely acquainted with the translations, teaching/writing/library activities, and personal lives of the Hongs.
Hardcover. $30.00
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