It is difficult to keep in mind that the era of illegal abortions ended only 27 years ago.

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Based on extensive interviews, Oscar Peterson is a well-informed and provocative exploration of P...

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This anthology collects 51 of Stein's most experimental poems, stories, portraits, and plays.

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The historic voyage of the H.M.S. bounty culminates in Fletcher Christian's mutiny against Captai...