 The book, the product of some 30 years of research that began in the Texas prison system, is a collection of powerful black-and-white photos of inmates on death row, along with the authors' extensive discussion about the history of the death penalty, and the making of their documentary film "Death Row." A DVD of the documentary is included with this volume, available from www.uncpress.unc.edu.Here are some other events and releases:- Gael J. Ross, a Durham clinical social worker and psychotherapist, recently won the 2011 Maxwell Medallion award from the Dog Writer's Association of America for her book, "A 30 Day Guide to Healing from the Loss of Your Pet" (spiral bound paperback, $12.95). Each day contains a blank page for a journal entry, and some advice from Ross.