Rash, Ron
Summary: A collection of thirty-four stories set in Appalachia illuminates the tensions between the traditional and the modern, the old and new South, tenderness and violence, and man and nature.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Ecco, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2014
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1 available in Adult Fiction, Call number: FIC RASHurston, Zora Neale.
Summary: A novel about black Americans in Florida that centers on the life of Janie and her three marriages.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Perennial Classics 1998
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2 available in Adult Fiction, Call number: FIC HURMead, Richelle
Summary: "For a select group of girls, the Glittering Court offers a shot at a life they've only ever dreamed of, one of luxury, glamour, and leisure. To high-born Adelaide, whose wealthy family is forcing her into a loveless marriage, the Glittering Court represents something else-- the chance to chart her own destiny, and adventure in an unspoiled, prosperous new land across the sea. After a chance...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Razor Bill, an imprint of Penguin Random House 2016
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: YA FIC MEACopies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: YA FIC MEANewman, Sandra
Summary: Provides facts about ancient Greece, discussing the early Greeks, their government, the gods they worshipped, the first Olympics, arts and sciences, and the rise of the Roman empire, and considering the influence of the ancient Greeks in modern times. Includes maps, a time line, and photographs.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2009
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 938 NEWAndrews, Elizabeth
Summary: This book introduces readers to the ancient Greek civilization. Ancient Greek geography, innovations, religion, and culture are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. QR Codes in the books give readers access to resources to further their learning.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Pop!, a division of ABDO 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 938 ANDCat's Eyes (Musical group)
Contents: Cat's Eyes -- The best person I know -- I'm not stupid -- Face in the crowd -- Not a friend -- Bandit -- Sooner or later -- The lull -- Over you -- I knew it was over.
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Downtown 2011
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD POP/ROCK CATAndrews, Elizabeth
Summary: This book introduces readers to the ancient Roman civilization. The Romans' leaders, geography, religion, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. QR Codes in the books give readers access to resources to further their learning.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DiscoverRoo, an imprint of Pop! 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 937 ANDTyler, Madeline
Summary: Where was Mesopotamia located? What did ancient Mesopotamian society look like? What did the people who lived there do for fun? As readers discover the answers to these and other questions about ancient Mesopotamia, they are encouraged to see the similarities and differences between this civilization and others of the past and present. The well-researched main text exposes young people to a...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2019
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Ancient Hist TylerSummary: A tight knit team of rising investigators, along with their supervisor, is suddenly torn apart when they discover that one of their own teenage daughters has been brutally murdered.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
Copies Available at East Bay
1 available in Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD MOVIE SECCopies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Video Discs, Call number: DVD SECSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Examines the culture and history of ancient Mayas.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 972 SOMEyes of Others (Musical group)
Contents: Once, twice, thrice -- Safehouse -- Escalation -- At home I am a leader -- New hair new me -- Ego hit -- Mother father -- Jargon Jones & Jones -- Come inside -- Big companies, large tentacles.
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in LP Phonograph Record, Call number: VINYL POP/ROCK EYESummary: For almost 3,000 years, the pharaohs ruled a civilization that is arguably the grandest of the ancient world. This program sheds new light on this enigmatic empire, offering information on the god-kings, the construction of the pyramids, religions and cults, mummification and burial rites, the Rosetta Stone, and the vast treasures of Tutankhamen. Interviews with noted Egyptologists, a professor...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: In this program, experts explore the history of the British Isles from the ice age of 30,000 years ago to pre-Celtic times in search of evidence of the ancient Britons-the Neolithic "Dawn People. From Orkney to Wessex, their ancient societies left enough archaeological evidence to answer some questions-and to raise others. This has prompted much speculation about Stonehenge, the nature of the...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Faust, Daniel R.
Summary: From art and architecture to politics, philosophy, and mathematics, "western civilization" owes a great deal to the achievements of ancient Greece, but what do we really know about this long-gone civilization? How did geography influence the politics of the Greek city-states? What's the difference between an agora and an acropolis? This book takes readers several thousand years into the past,...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 938 FAUSonneborn, Liz.
Summary: Read about the ancient civilization of China.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2012
Copies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 931 SONWalton, Jessica
Summary: Maisie is on her way to her first fancon and she can't wait to meet her idol, an action star who had an above-the-knee amputation, just like Maisie. But then she meets Ollie. Ollie is a cute volunteer working the show, and they geek out about nerd culture, just as much as Maisie does. After spending the day together, Maisie notices feelings for Ollie that she's never had before. Could Ollie...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2023
Copies Available at East Bay
1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 WALCottrell, George
Summary: "The ancient Romans developed a civilization unlike any other. Readers discover what made ancient Rome so unique and how its influence can still be felt in the world today. The exciting text and eye-catching design enhance social studies curricula in an engaging way. Readers will want to learn even more about this fascinating civilization, which is presented to them through clear main text,...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Ancient Hist CottrellCottrell, George
Summary: "Which civilization gave us the Olympic Games? It's ancient Greece, and readers discover this and other fun facts as they explore one of the most influential ancient civilizations. As readers investigate the engaging main text, fact boxes, and sidebars, they uncover the Greek roots of theater, democracy, and philosophy, as well as many other contributions to the modern world made by the ancient...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Ancient Hist CottrellCottrell, George
Summary: There was more to life in ancient Egypt than building pyramids and mummifying bodies. Readers explore the complex and unique civilization that developed in ancient Egypt with a strong focus on the most exciting aspects of this common social studies curriculum topic. Engaging and informative text is presented in a fresh and fun way, featuring sidebars and fact boxes brimming with information...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC 2017
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Ancient Hist CottrellTyler, Madeline
Summary: The ancient Maya were one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Explore this ancient Central American society; the breathtaking pyramids of El Castillo, religion and sacrifice in Mayan society, and the eventual arrival of the Spanish in this title.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Kidhaven 2019
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Ancient Hist TylerTyler, Madeline
Summary: Readers are introduced to what life was like for the Incas as they explore this ancient civilization. Through detailed text that closely aligns with social studies curriculum topics, they are able to strengthen their critical-thinking skills by comparing and contrasting the lifestyle of the Incas and other ancient and modern civilizations. Helpful maps, a detailed timeline, and full-color...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: KidHaven Publishing 2019
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Ancient Hist TylerFinan, Catherine C.
Summary: "Did you know that the Ancient Romans ate while lying down? Or that they spread a sauce made of fish guts over their food? What about that gladiator sweat was sold as a beauty product in Ancient Rome? Travel along roads that are still around today (ones that were made by Romans over 2,000 years ago) or take a peek at the Declaration of Independence and you'll see the civilization's lasting...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing Company 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 937 FINFinan, Catherine C.
Summary: "How would you like to use a public toilet every time you had to go? Or compete in an Olympic wrestling event where the only rules were no biting or gauging? Well, that was life in ancient Greece! And if you think we're far removed from that life, you may be surprised to learn that a lot in our modern world was inspired by our ancient friends (from alarm clocks and odometers to democracy and...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 938 FINFinan, Catherine C.
Summary: "Did you know the umbrella and toilet paper were both invented in China? Or that many ancient emperors believed they were descended from dragons? How about that kites were first used as warning signals in ancient China? Walk along miles and miles of the Great Wall, take a peek into terrific tombs, and stroll through some of the most amazing palaces ever built as you discover extreme facts about...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Bearport Publishing Company 2022