. >> a big round of applause to adam lashinsky forest is fascinating history. give for sharing your thoughts. and signing this excellent book as those copies are for sale so please take your time one of my favorite journalists. [applause] [inaudible conversations] good evening everyone. and welcome to the strand bookstore. my name is nancy basswiden i'm owner of the strand along with my dad, fred bass who usually can be found in the buying desk in the