Summary: 19 Arab women journalists speak out about what it's like to report on their changing homelands in this first-of-its-kind essay collection, with a foreword by CNN Chief International Correspondent Christiane Amanpour. International media coverage of the Arab world and its many complex, interconnected conflicts is dominated by the work of Western correspondents, many of whom are white and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Books 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 070.4082 OURKECAK GANDA SARI
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Publisher / Publication Date: 1990
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD INTERNATIONAL/INDIAN/INDONESIAN KECWeintraub, Aileen
Summary: "Meet 50 super-inspiring kids! It's never too early--and you're never too young-- to make a difference in the world! The amazing musicians, writers, scientists, athletes, activists, and other fascinating kids in this book accomplished great feats by the age of eighteen. They impacted people's lives by coming up with new inventions, making art and music, competing in sports, and speaking out...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling Children's Books 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920 WEIFainaru-Wada, Mark.
Summary: The complete inside story of the shocking steroids scandal that made headlines across the country - told by the award-winning reporters who broke the story and featuring major new revelations about high-profile athletes. For years, in the shadowy reaches of the world of sport, there were rumors that some of our nation's greatest athletes were using steroids, human growth hormone, and other...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gotham Books 2007
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.357 FAISummary: "Seal meat is a staple food for the Inuit people, and many of the pelts are sold to offset the extraordinary cost of hunting. Inuit are spread across extensive lands and waters, and their tiny population is faced with a disproportionate responsibility for protecting the environment. They are pushing for a sustainable way to take part in the global economy, but in opposition stands an army of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Film Movement 2017
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC ANGHara
Summary: What do you do when your body doesn't match the ideal shape as dictated by society? What do you wear when sweats seem to be the only clothes that fit you? How do you deal with the constant, overwhelming waves of criticism about your appearance from yourself and others? A love letter to anyone striving to embrace their size, this wonderfully illustrated, uplifting comic essay by a plus-size...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Yen Press 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 306.4 HARSellers, Bakari
Summary: "The CNN analyst and youngest state representative in South Carolina's history illuminates the lives of America's forgotten rural, Black working-class men and women"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amistad 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 SELLERS, BAKARI SELCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Adult, Call number: B SELLERS SELNadal, Rafael
Summary: With candor, heart, and intelligence, Rafael Nadal takes readers on his life's dramatic and triumphant journey, never losing sight along the way of the prize he values above all others: the unity and love of his family. In this memoir, written with award-winning journalist John Carlin, Nadal, one of the greatest players in the history of tennis, reveals the secrets of his game and shares the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hyperion 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 NADAL, RAFAEL NADLynn, Bari.
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollins Publishers 1998
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 747 LYNRada, Jim.
Summary: "[T]his book is the bible for those of us hoping to experience the best whitewater in the Northwoods. It features technical yet spirited descriptions of every significant run in the area, plus colorful tales of the author's journeys. A detailed rating system assists kayakers and canoers in choosing the best river for their level of experience, while accurate maps and a user-friendly layout lead...
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Publisher / Publication Date: SangFroid Press 2006
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 797.122 RADCopies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Adult, Call number: 797.122 RADTada, Kimie.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle 2005
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 729.0952 TADAtlas, Nava.
Summary: Shares vegan recipes that star nutritious leafy greens, featuring ideas from wraps and dips to juices and smoothies, and introduces different preparation techniques.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.654 ATLOkamoto, Nadya
Summary: "This is a book about gender equality in the United States and how to engage in activism to get there"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2018
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 613 OKARedgrave, Naida
Summary: Mary Seacole is now known for her medical work in the Crimean war, and as a brilliant woman who combated the racial prejudice she experienced in her lifetime. But for a long time her story was lost. From growing up in Kingston, Jamaica as the daughter of a doctress to helping soldiers in the war, discover the details of the amazing life that Mary Seacole led in this beautifully illustrated book...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT People SeacoleRoep,Nanda
Summary: Lisa's father as an overactive imagination. She asks for a simple kiss and he takes her on an adventure to places where kisses come in all shapes and sizes.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Front Street 2002
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: FIC Roep,Canada
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Publisher / Publication Date: Imprimé par S. Derbishire et G. Desbarats 1863
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2 available in Genealogy, Call number: R GEN 929.3714 MONTREAL Commissioners Vol. 1Call number: R GEN 929.3714 MONTREAL Commissioners Vol. 3
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Publisher / Publication Date: Imprimé par G. Desbarats 1863
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1 available in Genealogy, Call number: R GEN 929.3714 COURONNE CommissionersNeda, Hirofumi
Summary: The superpowered society of My Hero Academia takes a hilarious turn in this reimagining of the best-selling series! Join Midoriya, All Might and all the aspiring heroes of U.A. High, plus memorable villains, in an irreverent take on the main events of the series, complete with funny gags, ridiculous jokes and superpowered humor!
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Publisher / Publication Date: VIZ Media, LLC 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Collection, Call number: YA GRAPHIC MYAtlas, Nava.
Summary: Collects healthy and meatless recipes for soups, salads, main dishes, sandwiches, and desserts that use only a few high-nutrient ingredients; and includes preparation tips for various ingredients.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Broadway Books 2001
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.5636 ATLPethiyagoda, Nanda
Summary: "Sri Lanka is a diverse country, made up of many different ethnic and language groups. Readers discover the details about what life is like in this South Asian nation-from its history and economy to its environment and the lifestyles of its people. Colorful photographs give readers an up-close look at this island and those who call it home, and features such as sidebars and fact boxes provide...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 954.93 PETAtlas, Nava
Summary: "Enjoy plant-based dishes every meal, every day--even burgers, pizza, and pasta. AND do it on a budget! In addition to pennywise but irresistible recipes, Nava Atlas supplies an arsenal of money-saving tips ranging from plant-based protein bargains, buying in bulk, and safe non-organic produce to coupons, apps, and ready-made vegan sauces"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling Epicure 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.5636 ATLAtlas, Nava.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Broadway Books 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.5637 ATLEtShalom, Nava
Summary: Through poems that utilize hypnotic religious imagery, Nava EtShalom carries readers through an emotional seascape; crashing over on waves of worship. Fortunately unpacks ideas about relationships with family, God, and the self. Each poem is pieced together carefully as a house of cards, and ends solid as a stitched spine. What is left in the body after identity has been assumed? Where does one...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Button Poetry 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 811.6 ETSLuckham, Nana
Summary: Get ready to pack your bags for the family vacation of a lifetime. With dazzling photography and carefully researched entries, this list of one thousand activities includes something for explorers of all ages. Make memories on a family road trip down the iconic Route 66, dine with a giraffe in Kenya, take a ride on zip line through tropical jungles in Costa Rica, visit Santa Claus in Lapland,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Universe Publishing 2023