North Carolina Books

Pale as the moon unfolds in the 16th centuryon one of the small, sandy Outer Banks islands off the North Carolina coast. This is the tale of a young Indian girl,Gray Squirrel, and a wild Outer Banks pony. Told primarily from the viewpoint of this visoinary young girl,the book examines the tenuous relationship between the native Indians and the English colonists who settle on Raoanoke island. Through both mystacal and practical means,Gray Squirrel and her pony manage to prevent war from breaking out, and help the colonists to survive.Pale As The Moon offers an alternative understanding of what may have happened to the Lost Colony of the Outer Banks.

I assisted my Mother through her hospice experience in 1999 and am preparing for a ministry that will focus on the end-of-life journey.

I found this book to be excellent in how it assists anyone in the dying person's life (friend, family member, chaplain, volunteer or professional caregiver) to companion with the person in ways that will enrich his or her last days here (life on earth) and prepare him or her for the journey to the beyond.

Provides invaluable information on settlers along North Carolina's Pasquotank River in the first half of the 18th century. Describes the land patented, sold, or bought, and lists the names of patent holders and subsequent owners, along with ajoining landowners and, in many cases, family members and relationships. A real gold mine for anyone whose family tree includes branches in early North Carolina.

Some of the best recipies I've tried. This is the one cookbook on my shelf that I keep grabbing for special occasions and everyday meals. I highly recommend this. Also has some wonderful prints of historical Elizabeth City as intro to chapters.

Dr. Tatum's grasp on the political and social environment during the time of Pulcher's influence on Roman society is quite empressive. He has an uncanny ability to relate the importance of all aspects of Roman life in relation to the politics of that time, and deals with this large influx of information and viewpoints without deterring from the flow of his narrative. I'm an avid fan of both Roman history and Dr. Tatum, and recommend this book to any with interest in ancient Roman history - novice and historian alike.

As usual Paul has outdone himself. Gives you a real feel for life for the Pell MellersPell Mellers: Race and Memory in a Carolina Pocosin

Garland Crowe DuPree researched and wrote a genealogical masterpiece. From the very first ancestor to arrive in America and before, to modern descendants of these people, she covered it all. She carefully examined each of her subjects before configuring this wonderful family history. Her kin throughout the ages were truly "People of Purpose."

If you're a tarheel or just want to read more about the great state of North Carolina, this is the book for you. I purchased several to give as gifts to friends and family. I especially liked the part about Bell's Rolling Store, as John Bell was my grandfather.

In this book, Simpson provides an argument-by-argument analysis of Aristotle's masterpiece of political philosophy. Along the way, Simpson makes a clear and compelling case for taking Aristotle's text as presenting a coherent and defensible political theory. The commentary is keyed to Simpson's excellent translation of the POLITICS (also published by UNC Press). This book is a must read for any serious student of Aristotle or politcal theory.

This is a lovely memoir by Taylor Reese and a joy to read. I appreciate the courage and humility it takes to allow others to glimpse into one's life. I was very entertained and surprised to learn that Taylor had been a court reporter, obtained a pilot's license, etc. These details only add more flavor to the person I have met and think very highly of. Despite occasional stumbling blocks, it seems Taylor has lived a wonderful life. May he continue to have a great future!

Chrissy K. McVay
Author of 'Souls of the North Wind'