Hitch-22

A Memoir

by Christopher Hitchens

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The controversial intellectual and author shares his own life story, explaining his contradictory stances on a variety of issues.

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Loved Ones: A Death, A Dog, And Dumb Diversion

June 02, 201110:03 AM

Sue Miller and Alexander McCall Smith deliver vivid character studies in their latest novels, while Christopher Hitchens reflects on his personal and political evolution, Rick Reilly jumps into some sports from hell, and Paul Greenberg takes a hard look at fish farming.

Critics' Lists: Summer 2010

Summer Books That Make The Critics' Cut

by Lynn Neary

June 19, 201012:07 AM

Just what is a summer book, anyway? Does it have to be a big, fat, juicy page turner to earn the right to be packed away in the luggage (or downloaded on the e-reader)? We put that question to several book reviewers to find out what they like to take along on summer getaways.

Illustration: A woman reads on top of a stack of books.

Book Reviews

'Hitch-22' Catches Hitchens In A More Personal Light

by Michael Schaub

June 08, 201012:00 PM

In Hitch-22, controversial writer Christopher Hitchens has authored three memoirs in one: literary, political and personal. Hitchens' political writing radiates anger and toughness, but his stories of his loved ones are remarkably sensitive and emotionally real.

Remembrances

James Gandolfini Dies; 'Sopranos' Actor Was 51

Actor James Gandolfini has died while on a trip to Italy. He's seen here with Sopranos co-stars Edie Falco, left, and Lorraine Bracco.

Media

From Classic Toys To New Twists, Kids Go Back To Blocks

Legos and other interlocking toys are only one kind of blocks that remain popular with kids.

Food

The Martini: This American Cocktail May Have An International Twist

The martini: international drink of mystery?

Fine Art

The Art Of Life: Claes Oldenburg At MOMA

Oldenburg's fascination with simple, everyday objects often led him to food as a subject, as with Pastry Case, I, 1961-62.

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A Memoir

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Also by Christopher Hitchens

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Remembrances

James Gandolfini Dies; 'Sopranos' Actor Was 51

Media

From Classic Toys To New Twists, Kids Go Back To Blocks

Food

The Martini: This American Cocktail May Have An International Twist

Fine Art

The Art Of Life: Claes Oldenburg At MOMA

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