Winsham, Willow
Summary: Why are Celtic fairies behind our compulsion to knock on wood? How is a Norse myth responsible for our fear of the number 13? And why might an ancient Byzantine war strategy make us wary of spilling salt? A fascinating and mystical tumble through thousands of years of curious traditions, Very Superstitious gets to the root of just why we practice these rituals. From keeping new shoes off the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Welbeck 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 001.9 WINWilson, G. Willow
Summary: "Civil War II is behind her, and a brand new chapter for Kamala Khan is about to begin! But it's lonely out there for a super hero when her loved ones no longer have her back. It's time for Kamala to find out exactly who she is when she's on her own. And Kamala's home life, costumed life and online life will converge when a member of her World of Battlecraft guild reveals he's discovered her...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Marvel Worldwide, Inc., a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, LLC 2017
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1 available in Young Adult Oversize, Call number: YA 741.5 MSWilson, G. Willow
Summary: An enemy from Ms. Marvel's past resurfaces and begins targeting those closest to Kamala. As the world around her is spinning out of control, it becomes clear that this time there's something more sinister at work...Kamala's no stranger to fighting for what's right, but in facing down this challenge, everything she is will be called into question. Not just as a super hero, but as a human being.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in Young Adult Oversize, Call number: YA 741.5 MSWilson, G. Willow
Summary: "Kamala Khan continues to mix super-heroic adventure with fun and friendship! Starting with...a slumber party! But if calamity strikes Jersey City while Kamala is having a sleepover with Nakia, Zoe and Mike, how can Ms. Marvel save the day without bailing on her best friends? And speaking of BFFs, Bruno is back - and he and Kamala are learning how to be pals again. What better bonding...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Marvel Worldwide, Inc., a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, LLC 2019
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1 available in Young Adult Oversize, Call number: YA 741.5 MSWilson, G. Willow
Summary: "Wonder Woman's journey through the broken realm has reached its end--but who waits for her there? And what exactly created this place between dimensions in the first place? The answer will shock Diana and provide the missing piece of a puzzle that's defined her entire life! But in the wake of Ares' escape from his prison, who among the Amazons could possibly change the course of history? Only...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DC Comics 2020
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 WONWilson, G. Willow
Summary: Documents the author's conversion from all-American atheist to Islam, a journey marked by her decision to relocate to Cairo, romance with a passionate young Egyptian, and her efforts to balance the virtues of both cultures.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atlantic Monthly Press 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 WILSON, G. WILLOW WILWilson, G. Willow
Summary: Ms. Marvel crashes the school Valentine's Day dance in order to thwart Loki, the Asgardian trickster god.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Marvel Worldwide 2015
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Summary: "Kamala Khan has vanished! But where has she gone, and why? Jersey City still has a need for heroes, and in the wake of Ms. Marvel's disappearance, dozens have begun stepping up to the plate. The city's newest super hero Red Dagger and even ordinary citizens attempt to carry on the brave fight in Kamala's honor. Somehow, Ms. Marvel is nowhere ... but also everywhere at once! Absent but not...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Marvel Worldwide, Inc., a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, LLC 2018
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1 available in Young Adult Oversize, Call number: YA 741.5 MSStern, Jane.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thomas Nelson 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.5 STESummary: When Doreen Green, also known as Squirrel Girl, volunteers to teach a high school computer programming class, she discovers that one of her students is Kamala Khan, who moonlights as the superhero Ms. Marvel.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Marvel Worldwide Inc., a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, LLC 2018
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 MARSummary: Who is the Inventor, and what does he want with the all-new Ms. Marvel and all her friends? Maybe Wolverine can help! If Kamala can stop fan-girling out about meeting her favorite super hero, that is. Then, Kamala crosses paths with Inhumanity--by meeting the royal dog, Lockjaw! But why is Lockjaw really with Kamala? As Ms. Marvel discovers more about her past, the Inventor continues to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Marvel Worldwide Inc. 2015
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: The advent of electronic music in the 20th century was a radical break from all musical traditions that came before it. Narrated by legendary multimedia artist Laurie Anderson, Lisa Rovner's superb Sisters with Transistors showcases the music of and rare interviews with female electronic pioneers Clara Rockmore, Delia Derbyshire, Daphne Oram, Éliane Radigue, Maryanne Amacher, Bebe Barron,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Music DVDs, Call number: DVD MUSIC SISGailey, Sarah
Summary: "In the first arc of WILLOWVERSE, trying to help Buffy heal from her trauma proves to be more than Giles and Willow bargained for! She's left without her powers or identity, and it's up to an unprepared and inexperienced new Slayer to take up the mantle--Willow. But thankfully Willow isn't alone, as the spell also leads to another newly-activated Slayer, serving as a guide for this speed-run of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: BOOM! Studios, a division of Boom Entertainment, Inc. 2023
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 VAMSummary: This documentary explores the powerful struggle of conscience experienced by several people from traditional farming backgrounds who come to question the basic assumptions of their way of life. A riveting story of transformation and healing, the documentary portrays the farmers' sometimes amazing connections with the animals under their care, while also providing insight into the complex web of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tribe of Heart 2012
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC PEADillow, Linda.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Water Brook Press 1999
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248.843 DILCallow, Simon
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Publisher / Publication Date: Vintage 1996
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 WELLES, ORSON CALDillow, Gordon L.
Summary: "Combining history, popular science, and in-depth reporting, here is a fascinating account of asteroids and other space objects that hit Earth long ago and those streaming toward us even now--as well as a look at the preparations humanity is making against asteroid-caused catastrophe. Journalist Gordon L. Dillow examines what a small but dedicated group of astronomers have long known--that...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Center Point Large Print 2019
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1 available in Large Print, Call number: LP 523.44 DILGildow, Janie
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Publisher / Publication Date: North Light Books 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 741.24 GILJallow, Toufah
Summary: "Toufah is the story of Toufah Jallow, a brilliant and inspiring young woman who, after she was forced to flee to Canada from her home in The Gambia, bravely bucked taboo and named herself as a survivor of a sexual assault by the country's dictator--launching an unprecedented protest movement. In 2015, Toufah Jallow was the eighteen-year-old daughter of the second wife in her Muslim father's...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Truth to Power, an imprint of Steerforth Press 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 JALLOW, TOUFAH TOUHallow, Jack
Summary: "As the sun sets on summer, there's no need to be sad. Fall is here, and it's time to carve some gourds! But pumpkins aren't just for teenagers to smash on Halloween--there are a multitude of uses for this versatile produce, and Oh My Gourd! is your go-to gourd guide, with how-to-carve step-by-step instructions, 20 pumpkin recipes, 9 other uses for pumpkins and gourds, and 2 pumpkin carving...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Smith Street Books 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 745.594 HALWillan, Anne.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley 1994
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.813 WILCallow, Simon
Summary: Traces the life and career of the legendary director, discussing the making of "Citizen Kane," his contributions to such films as "The Magnificent Ambersons" and "The Lady from Shanghai," and his efforts in radio comedy, spectacular theater, and newspaper politics.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 1996
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 WELLES, ORSON CALTitlow, Budd.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Animal Wild TitlowWeddon, Willah.
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Publisher / Publication Date: NOG Press 1994