Books
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PEARL IN BROOKLYN Mark Kurlansky reads from and signs his book “The Big Oyster: History on the Half Shell” (Random House), which surveys New York City history through the evolution of its oyster beds. Mr. Kurlansky is also the author of the history-through-food books “Cod” and “Salt.” Tonight, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble Upper West Side, 2289 Broadway at 82nd Street, 212-362-8835, free.
DOG DAYS John Grogan reads from and signs his book “Marley and Me” (Harper-Collins), a memoir of life with a mischievous dog. Tonight, 7:30 p.m., Barnes & Noble Park Slope, 267 Seventh Ave. at 6th Street, Brooklyn, 718-832-9066, free.
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