January 2013 News & Features

FROM OUR BLOG: Economic Security: Neglected Dimension of National Security?

January 31, 2013 -- As Federal budget battles continue in Washington and an announcement of an unexpected dip in the GDP for fourth quarter of 2012, we publish this timely review of a new book that asks the important question: "Economic Security: Neglected Dimension of National Security?"

Published by the Institute for National Strategic Studies of the National Defense University, this book analyzes the foundation and history of the US economy as it relates to the Federal Government, along with a look at how energy security, education and innovation affect the economy and national security.

FROM OUR BLOG: The Untold Story Behind the Engineering of Washington DC

January 24, 2013 --  In honor of the Presidential Inauguration this week, we review a fascinating new book entitled Capital Engineers: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Development of Washington, D.C. 1790-2004.  Chock full of little-known and never-before-seen photos, illustrations and blueprints, the book tells the behind-the-scenes stories of the US Army Corps of Engineers' involvement in the design and building of the Nation's Capital City, Washington, DC, and the many private and public intrigues and machinations involved in building many of the Nation's most distinctive structures: the Capitol, Library of Congress, Washington Monument, and more. 

INAUGURATION COLLECTION: Commemorating the 2nd Obama-Biden Inauguration

January 21, 2013 -- In honor of today's public Inauguration of President Barack Obama and Vice President Joseph Biden for their second term in office, GPO has assembled an Obama-Biden Inauguration Collection featuring official portraits, tributes and presidential papers of both men.

50% OFF BEST SELLERS: Our first semi-annual GPOverstock Sale

January 1-31, 2013 -- Our first semi-annual BIG GPOverstock Sale! Help us reduce our overstock on over 100 of our best selling titles and enjoy amazing discounts of 50% OFF the original prices!

From the national best-selling book for consumer protection against investment fraud and ponzi schemes, Ponzimonium, to the history of US-Soviet relations and intelligence, to kids' books, medical and first responders' must-have handbooks, and accounts of US military heroes in Iraq and Afghanistan, you will find great deals on the best of our store! Shop our Big GPOverstock Sale now >

FROM OUR BLOG: Shock and Awe: 3 Inspiring Wall Calendars for 2013

January 11, 2013 -- You will experience both delightful shock and awe at these three stunning image-filled wall calendar / event planners for 2013.

First the National Park Service provides their best-selling National Historic Landmarks Photo Contest calendar (shown above) featuring the winners of their annual photo contest of National Historic Landmarks that are shockingly beautiful. 

Second is the NASA Science Calendar (cover shown to the right) which provides awe-inspiring images of our galaxy and beyond with intriguing facts.

Finally is the U.S. Geological Survey's annual calendar (cover shown to the left) depicting dramatic images from their study of many natural disasters in the U.S. and abroad. 

Read more about all three extraordinary calendars in our Government Book Talk blog post >

GET ON BOARD! US Government Bookstore on Pinterest

January 10, 2013 – GPO's US Government Online Bookstore springs onto GPO's new page on the social media virtual pinboard site, Pinterest, with books, calendars ad more.

Check http://pinterest.com/usgpo/ under FEATURED PUBLICATIONS often for new titles!