Books for Dad this Father's Day

When you visit the library in the morning on Saturday, June 14 for Donuts with Dad, we of course want you to check out our picture selection in the children’s area, but you can also stop by the grown-up section of the library to pick up some great reads for you to enjoy on “your day!”

The following books are a roundup of titles that our fathers, grandfathers, and husbands enjoyed in the last year or so. Click on the book's title to view the record in RockCat - sign in with your library card barcode number or give the library a call at 882-2260 to put one of these on hold today. Enjoy!

Bruce by Peter Ames Carlin. A new biography of Bruce Springsteen, written in cooperation with the Boss himself. Built from years of research and unparalleled access to its subject and his inner circle, Bruce presents the most revealing account yet of a man laden with family tragedy, a tremendous dedication to his artistry, and an all-consuming passion for fame and influence.

Cronkite’s War by Walter Cronkite IV and Maurice Isserman. Personal letters and reflections from the famous newsman Walter Cronkite, document his time as a war correspondent during his early twenties.

Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin. Kearns Goodwin's comprehensive, intimate examination of President Lincoln's cabinet provided the basis for the complex relationships found in Steven Spielberg's award-winning 2012 film Lincoln. 

Game of Thrones series by George R. R. Martin. We've said it before, we'll say it again - this epic fantasy series brings compelling political and personal relationships to the magical, high-fantasy world of the Seven Kingdoms.

Dune / The Dune Chronicles by Frank Herbert. Set on the desert planet Arrakis, Dune is the story of the boy Paul Atreides, who would become the mysterious man known as Muad'Dib. He would avenge the traitorous plot against his noble family--and would bring to fruition humankind's most ancient and unattainable dream. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism and politics, Dune won the first Nebula Award, shared the Hugo Award, and formed the basis of what it undoubtedly the grandest epic in science fiction. 

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. This rollicking science fiction classic is a terrific summer read, perfect for road trips and camping excursions. 

Don't forget Donuts with Dad on Saturday, June 14 at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in the library's lower level program room!