Audio Books in the Media Center

 

The Library Media Center is building a collection of audio books on CD.  Suggestions from students and faculty are welcome. The following CDs are available:

 

Title Author Genre Description
Bat Boy:  My True Life Adventure Coming of Age with the New York Yankees Matthew McGough Autobiography First-person account of a 16-year-old's experience becoming a bat boy and spending time with Don Mattingly and other Yankee greats.
 A Briefer History of Time Stephen Hawking Science A fascinating explanation of the science of the universe made understandable for non-scientists. Hawking is one of the greatest physicists of all time.
Children Playing Before a Statue of Hercules David Sedaris Humor/ short stories A collection of short stories by various authors, including Sedaris, who is known for his humor.
Da Vinci Code Dan Brown Thriller The best-selling story of a professor who gets caught up in the intrigue of solving a centuries old puzzle. Fast-paced and suspenseful.
Dave Barry Collection Dave Barry Humor Hilarious stories and commentaries by popular writer Dave Barry.
Electric Universe: the Shocking True Story of Electricity David Bodanis Science / History The stories of the real people who discovered and harnessed electricity, vividly told by a master science writer.
Evil Under the Sun Agatha Christie Mystery The famous detective Hercule Poirot solves the seaside murder of a beautiful actress.
Frankenstein Mary Shelley Classic Gothic Novel Dr. Frankenstein and his monster wreak havoc in this classic tale of terror.
A Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Douglas Adams Science Fiction As planet earth is demolished to make room for a freeway, an eccentric group of travelers embark on a humorous adventure.
A Long Way From Chicago Richard Peck Humorous Historical Fiction The story of teenage boy who has to go live with his crazy grandmother for a year during the Depression.
Time Machine and The War of the Worlds H. G. Wells Science Fiction The first stories to center around time travel and suggest extraterrestrial life. Classics of the genre.
Op-Center: War of Eagles Tom Clancy Thriller An exciting story of military intrigue and modern war.
One Soldier's Story: A Memoir Bob Dole Autobiography A graphic story of WWII combat and survival told by a hero who later became a U.S. Senator and Republican leader.
1776 David McCullough History The real story of Washington and his men and their struggle against the British.
Listening to Literature various authors Literature Recorded selections from the literature textbooks used in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 at DeSales. Highly recommended for students whose understanding will be strengthened by listening.

Books for Enjoyment

 

Author Title Description
     
Card, Orson Scott Enders Game An expert at simulated war games discovers he is involved in a real battle with alien invaders. Great science fiction.
Brown, Dan The Da Vinci Code A modern thriller about a mysterious cover up and the history of a secret Church society. An exciting page-turner.
O'Brien, Tim The Things They Carried Related stories about the experience of the Viet Nam war. A fascinating portrait of the lives of soldiers.
Sachar, Louis Holes A teenage boy is unfairly sent to a detention camp and discovers a hidden treasure. Blend of humor and realism.
Bryson, Bill A Walk in the Woods The humorous story of a pair of friends hiking along the Appalachian Trail.
Klass, David Home of the Brave A senior soccer star competes with a new player from Brazil and the bullies on the football team.
Cheripko, Jan Imitate the Tiger A high school football player deals with the effects of his drinking.
Cormier, Robert Heroes When a soldier returns home, he gets revenge on friends who betrayed him.
Cormier, Robert The Rag and Bone Shop A ruthless interrogator goes after a boy accused of murdering a childhood friend.
Tashjian, Janet The Gospel According to Larry A 17-year old creates a popular website and tries to keep his identity a secret.
Draper, Sharon Tears of a Tiger A high school senior searches the airwaves for his father, a radio announcer.  Part mystery, part comedy but with a realistic subject.
Murpurgo, Michael Private Peaceful Story of two teenage brothers in the trenches of World War I.
Fisher, Antwone Q. Finding Fish Amazon.com says, "A New York Times bestseller, Finding Fish is the remarkable story of an African American boy abandoned in an abusive foster home in Cleveland who rises to liberation, manhood, and extraordinary success."
Paulson, Gary Hatchet Story of a boy who struggles to survive in the wilderness.
Colfer, Eoin Artemis Fowl series Amazon.com calls Artemis Fowl  "a rip-roaring, 21st-century romp of the highest order, a well-written, sophisticated, rough 'n' tumble storytelling with enough high-octane attitude to make it a seriously cool read."
Miklowitz, Gloria Anything to Win First person story of a football player who takes steroids to win a college scholarship.
Cormier, Robert The Chocolate War A teenager must face the hypocrisy of the adults around him and choose for himself.
Dygard, Thomas Second Stringer Lots of football action in this story of a player who steps in for an injured quarterback in the opening game of the season.
Myers, Walter Dean Shooter Contemporary story of a school shooting told from the perspectives of investigators, students, and relatives.
Plum-Ucci, Carol The Body of Christopher Creed The mysterious disappearance of an unpopular boy unsettles a community and changes the life of the 16-year-old narrator.
Werlin, Nancy The Double Helix An 18-year-old science student learns the secret of his past in this novel about genetic engineering.