Library Connection [01/23/2008]

'Boxing is My Sanctuary' author to speak at Library

The Conway Public Library will host a visit with local resident and author Ted Sares, whose recently published book "Boxing Is My Sanctuary" (iUniverse, 2007), is receiving rave reviews. Sares will be at the library at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 29. The book is a collection of essays that explores both sides of this controversial sport. From the mean streets of the 1950s Chicago to the glitz of the modern boxing circuit, Sares reflects on the paradoxical refuge he has always found at ringside.Praise has been lavish for the book. Well known boxing writer Jim Amato says, "This is the most heartfelt boxing book I've read in years. Ted's perspective on the sport is absolutely endearing. To me he is the A. J. Liebling of our era...I highly recommend the book to any boxing fan. It is like walking through history, up close and personal. Trainer and Author Brian Hughes says, This is a 'must' book by Ted Sares. His vivid recollections are a bonus for all true boxing fans. It is both captivating and exciting. A book you will find hard to put down once you have started reading it.Sares holds a PhD in business administration. Upon retiring from the corporate world, he became a boxing historian and advocate for boxing reform. Sares and his wife, Holly, are residents of the valley. "Boxing is My Sanctuary" can be purchased at White Birch Books, through the web via Amazon or directly from the author or the publisher, iUniverse. Email the author at tedsares@roadrunner.comComing UpOn Monday, Jan. 28, 10:15 a.m. the morning book group gathers to discuss Ann Tylers "Digging to America." New participants always welcome. Join us for coffee and conversation. On the same day at 6:30 p.m. the Mountain Storytellers guild meets in the Ham Community Room. All welcome.Tuesday, Jan. 29, 10:30 a.m. winter story time for 2 year-olds features Colorific! Fun with Colors. Story time is offered Tuesdays through March 4. No registration necessary. Free and open to all. On the same day at 7 p.m. Author Ted Sares talks about his recently released book "Boxing Is My Sanctuary." For details see article above.Wednesday, Jan. 30, 10:30 a.m. is winter story time for babies less than 2 years old. Story time will be held on Wednesdays through March 5. No registration is necessary. Free and open to all. Thursday Jan. 31, 10:30 a.m. is winter story time for for 3 and 4 year-olds, featuring Colorific! Fun with Colors. Story time will be held Thursdays through March 6. No registration necessary. Free and open to all.Library hours are Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information phone: 447-5552, FAX: 447-6921, visit the website www.conway.lib.nh.us, or email info@conway.lib.nh.us.