Montaigne, Michel de
Summary: "One of the great French Renaissance thinkers, sixteenth-century philosopher Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) was remarkably modern in his views. His writings-brilliant forerunners of the modern essay-reflect his thoughts and opinions on poetry, philosophy, theology, law, literature, education, and world exploration. Highly readable works written in a lively, conversational style, Montaigne's...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dover Publications, Inc. 2007
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 840 MONLiu, Bin
Summary: Kites and China are practically synonymous, since these childhood toys were originally invented there before becoming popular around the world. For over 2000 years, kites have been a common sight in China, from the imperial court to the common people, and over that time period the craftsmanship of the kite has been perfected-and includes a diversity and richness of styles. In Chinese Kites,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Better Link Press 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.15 LIUMontale, Eugenio
Summary: An English-language translation of works by the late Nobel Prize winner offers insight into his role in influencing Italian poetry and international Modernism, as well as his views on such topics as modernity, fascism, and war.
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Publisher / Publication Date: W.W. Norton & Co. 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 458.4 MONLenz, Lyz
Summary: "The U.S. has the worst rate of maternal deaths in the developed world, a rate that is increasing, even as infant mortality rates decrease. Meanwhile, the right-wing assault on reproductive rights and bodily autonomy has also escalated. We can already glimpse a reality where embryos and fetuses have more rights than the people gestating them, and even women who aren't pregnant are seen first...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bold Type Books 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 306.874 LENLenz, Lyz
Summary: Through a thoughtful interrogation of the effects of faith and religion on our lives, our relationships, and our country, God Land investigates whether our divides can ever be bridged and if America can ever come together. In the wake of the 2016 election, Lenz watched as her country and her marriage were torn apart by the competing forces of faith and politics. She was bewildered by the pain...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Indiana University Press 2019
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Summary: "A deeply validating manifesto on the gender politics of marriage (bad) and divorce (actually pretty good!) in America today, and an argument that the former needs a reboot--from journalist and proud divorcée Lyz Lenz. Studies show that nearly 70 percent of divorces are initiated by women--women who are tired, fed up, exhausted, and unhappy. We've all seen how the media portrays divorcées: sad,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crown 2024
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Publisher / Publication Date: Heian International 1994
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Summary: "Witchcraft has made a comeback in popular culture, especially among feminists. A growing subculture of withces, led by Afro-Caribbean immigrants, Indigenous Americans, and other witches of color, are reclaiming their ancestral traditions and contributing their voices to the feminist witchcraft today. Brujas chronicles the magical lives of these practitioners as they develop their healing...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chicago Review Press Incorporated 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 133.4 MONLim, Louisa
Summary: "An award-winning journalist and longtime Hong Konger indelibly captures the place, its people, and the untold history they are claiming, just as it is being erased. Lim's deeply researched-and deeply personal-account casts often startling new light on key moments: the British takeover in 1842, the negotiations leading to its "return" to China in 1997, the current protests, and the future...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Riverhead Books 2022
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Summary: The kingdom of fungi has survived all five major extinction events. They are the architects of the natural world, integral to all life. They sustain critical ecosystems, recycling nutrients and connecting plants across vast areas, and help to produce many staples of modern life, such as wine, chocolate, bread, detergent and penicillin. Today, in the face of urgent ecological, societal and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thames & Hudson Australia Pty Ltd 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 579.5 LIMHoffman, Liz
Summary: "A kaleidoscopic account of the financial carnage of the pandemic, revealing the fear, grit, and gambles that drove the economy's winners and losers-from a leading Wall Street Journal reporter. The world's most powerful CEOs never saw it coming. In 2018, after a decade-long bull market, the CEO of American Airlines declared, "I don't think we're ever going to lose money again." The U.S. entered...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crown 2023
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1 available in New Non-fiction, Call number: 330.973 HOFMilroy, Liz
Summary: "Learn about Saturn's vast and beautiful network of rings, and see how it is similar to or different from other planets. Updated scientific discoveries accompany this lively text for beginning readers"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 523.46 MILSonneborn, Liz
Summary: Among the largest and most populous of the Latin American nations, Mexico is a land of great contrasts. It is home to ancient ruins and modern cities. Its borders contain vast, harsh deserts and lush, beautiful beaches. Readers will explore the many sides of Mexico as they venture into the heart of this amazing country. They will learn about its long history and unique culture, find out what...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Summary: Home to many mountains, including the highest point on the planet, Tibet is sometimes called "The Roof of the World." Despite Tibet's official status as a part of China, the country's people widely consider it to be an independent nation. Readers will trace Tibet's long history to discover how this conflict came to be. Along the way, they will find out how Tibet's people live, how the region is...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 951 SONArch, Liz
Summary: Offers an integrated approach to healing from trauma. Helps you to take control of your own healing and reclaim wholeness with movement, mindfulness, and nutrition.
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Publisher / Publication Date: William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2018
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Summary: The story of the Lentil Underground begins on a 280-acre homestead rooted in America’s Great Plains: the Oien family farm. Forty years ago, corporate agribusiness told small farmers like the Oiens to “get big or get out.” But twenty-seven-year-old David Oien decided to take a stand, becoming the first in his conservative Montana county to plant a radically different crop: organic lentils....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gotham Books 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 630 CARMilroy, Liz
Summary: "Did you know Mercury doesn't have any moons? In this energetic text, readers will get a glimpse of interesting facts and scientific explanations about what makes Mercury unique"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2021
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Summary: "See how Venus compares to all the neighboring planets. Cool facts and scientific information will help young readers explore the hottest planet in our solar system"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 523.42 MILSonneborn, Liz
Summary: The country of Jordan is a small kingdom in southwest Asia, located in close proximity to both Europe and Africa. Though it has only been recognized as an independent kingdom since 1946, it has a long history, with the first people arriving in the area around 17,000 BCE. Readers will dive into the countrys past and learn about the nation Jordan has become today, from how its government is...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 956.95 SONSonneborn, Liz
Summary: Located on the western side of the island of Great Britain in Europe, Wales is part of the United Kingdom. But despite being a part of a larger country, Wales has its own unique history, culture, and language. Readers will take a trip through Welsh history, from its earliest beginnings to the present day, and find out what life is like for people who live there. They will also learn how Wales...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 942.9 SONSonneborn, Liz.
Summary: With its beautiful land and location near historically important trade routes, Yemen has played a major role in global events for thousands of years. Readers will find out how the country's earliest civilizations were formed in ancient times and how things have changed since then. They will also get an up-close look at what it is like to live in Yemen today, from what kind of jobs people have...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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Summary: "The unbelievable true story of Harrison Post--the enigmatic lover of one of the richest men in 1920s Hollywood--and the battle for a family fortune. In the booming 1920s, William Andrews Clark Jr. was one of the richest, most respected men in Los Angeles. The son of the mining tycoon known as "The Copper King of Montana," Clark launched the Los Angeles Philharmonic and helped create the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Books 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 920 BRODruitt, Liz.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Taylor Pub. 1996
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Summary: The tiny Caribbean nation of Haiti was devastated by a massive earthquake. Since then, it has struggled to make a complete recovery, suffering setbacks such as a 2016 hurricane that left thousands dead. But despite these difficulties, Haiti remains a remarkable nation. Readers will learn all about Haitian history and culture. They will also find out how the country is governed, what drives its...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2019