War and peace are central themes in this collection of letters to the editor from 1904 to 1969 by British philosopher, mathematician and social reformer Russell. If those topics weren't enough, Russell also took on McCarthyism, civil disobedience, split infinitives and more in 300 wise and witty letters.

Cultural and Critical Perspectives on Human Development
Martin J. Packer and Mark B. Tappan (education and human development), editors
State University of New York Press (2001)

Tappan and Packer cover new perspectives of cultural psychology with insights on feminism, postmodernism and critical theory. Chapters include Lyn Mikel Brown's (education and human development) "Adolescent Girls, Class, and the Cultures of Femininity" and Tappan's own "The Cultural Reproduction of Masculinity."

CNBC Guide to Money & Markets
Jeff Wuorio '79
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (2002)

In this handy primer, personal finance journalist Wuorio tackles everything you need to know about your finances and investments-from digging out of credit card debt to picking a full-service broker. The guide includes a glossary (net asset value, anyone?) and frequently asked questions (Can I roll my SEP into a 401K? Short answer, yes.).

Of Note Alpine Achievement: A Chronicle of the United States Ski Team Lori J. Batcheller '80 1st Books Library (2002) Sampler Paintings by Catherine Courtenaye '79 Oakland Museum of California, through May 8 Greatest Hits 1965-2000, a collection of his poetry Ronald Moran '58 Pudding House Publications (2001)