Edwards, Roberta.

Summary: A short biography of Barack Obama, the first African-American president-elect.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Grosset & Dunlap 2009

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1 available in Stacks, Call number: JB Obama Edw

Benn, Carl

Summary: Examines the events leading up to the War of 1812 and the major phases of the war, and describes the views of all parties--the Indians and the Canadians as well as the United States and Great Britain.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Pub. 2011

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 973.52 BEN

Hall, Garrison Kent

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: New England Historic Genealogical Society 1979

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1 available in Reference, Call number: GEN 929.2 HAL

Breedlove, Ally.

Summary: "An inspirational and heartrending memoir about Ben Breedlove, whose videos about his near-death experiences and visions of heaven went viral in 2012, written by his sister Ally Breedlove. On Christmas Day 2011, Ben Breedlove's soul went to heaven. But it wasn't his first time there. Ben suffered from hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a heart condition that posed a constant risk of sudden...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Group USA 2013

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 BREEDLOVE, BEN BRE

Hall, Cally.

Contents: How this book works -- What are gemstones? -- How gemstones are found -- Where gemstones are found -- Physical properties -- Crystal shapes -- Optical properties -- Natural inclusions -- Faceting -- Polishing, carving, and engraving -- Gems through the ages -- History and folklore -- Synthetic gemstones -- Imitation and enhancement -- Color key -- Precious metals -- Cut stones -- Organics.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley 2002

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 553.8 Hall 2002

Summary: An unconventional work in every way, the Qatsi Trilogy wordlessly surveys the rapidly changing environments of the Northern Hemisphere. It shuttles viewers from one vision to the next, moving from images of untouched nature to others depicting human beings' increasing dependence on technology. -- adapted from container.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: 2012

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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC QAT

Beall, Abigail

Summary: Offers an introduction to some of the core ideas behind the physical and life sciences, offering numerous, detailed illustrations that exemplify the principles covered.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: DK 2018

Copies Available at East Bay

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 500 BEA

Keno, Leigh.

Summary: Antique experts Leigh and Leslie Keno describe more than a dozen of their most fascinating treasure hunts and extraordinary discoveries.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Warner Books 2000

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 749.213 KEN

Summary: Enter the mythical world of the Gargoyles and get to know the ancient creatures that once guarded a medieval Scottish fortress, and who now have come alive at night to protect the city of Manhattan from evil.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: Walt Disney Home Entertainment 2004

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1 available in Television Series DVDs, Call number: DVD TV GAR

Summary: In this landmark living history series, a Victorian tenement in the heart of London's East End has been painstakingly brought back to life. Host Michael Mosley joins a group of 21st century families as they move in and experience the tough living and working conditions of the Victorian poor.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: 2017

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2 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV VIC

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Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's 2001

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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 731.463 CAM

Campbell, Stephen K. (Stephen Kent)

Contents: The last shall be first -- Measurements: valid, veiled, and overblown -- Cheating charts -- Accommodating averages -- Air, gravity, and variation -- Puffing up a point with percents -- Careless comparisons -- Jumping to conclusions -- Slapdash probabilities -- The mysterious sampling factory -- Relationships: causal and casual -- Beyond plain as day -- Significant others -- Forty awful examples.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Think Twice 1999

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 001.422 CAM

Teatro Alla Scala

Summary: Verdi's opera tells the tragic tale of Violetta, who is dying of consumption and leaves her beloved Alfredo at the request of his father, only to be reunited with him shortly before her death.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: Arthaus Musik 2008

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1 available in Opera DVDs, Call number: DVD OPERA TRA

Tarshis, Lauren

Summary: "Ten-year-old George Calder can't wait to explore every inch of the Titanic, even if his little sister, Phoebe, has to tag along. But when George sneaks away without her and ventures into the first class baggage room, a terrible boom shakes the entire boat. Suddenly, water is everywhere, and George's life changes forever"--Provided by publisher.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Graphix, an imprint of Scholatic 2020

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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 TAR

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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J FIC TAR

Cali, Joseph

Summary: "Learn how to create a tranquil outdoor space at home with this practical and inspiring guide! With instructive drawings and step-by-step techniques, Inside Your Japanese Garden walks you through designing and creating your very own Japanese garden. From small projects like benches and gates, to larger undertakings like bridges and mud walls, this book provides a wide variety of ways to enhance...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Publishing 2021

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 712.6 CAL

Rall, Ted.

Summary: As many as 1.4 million citizens with security clearance saw some or all of the same documents revealed by Edward Snowden. Why did he, and no one else, decide to step forward and take on the risks associated with becoming a whistleblower and then a fugitive? Rall delves into Snowden's early life and work experience, his personality, and the larger issues of privacy, new surveillance...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Seven Stories Press 2015

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 327.1273 RAL

Keno, Megan

Summary: In Cast Iron Gourmet, Megan shows that you don’t need dozens of dishes or tons of time in order to create gourmet meals. She showcases the unique, all-purpose nature of cast iron with recipes like Gorgonzola and Herb Skillet Grilled Strip Steak, Summer Vegetable Baked Polenta with Eggs, Czech Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder, Rosemary Focaccia, No Pit Hawaiian Kalua Pork, Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Page Street Publishing Co. 2017

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.58 KEN

Summary: The feature-length documentary reveals the fascinating, far-reaching impact and appeal of the show with a compelling blend of rare footage, historical images, and behind-the-scenes stories while also exploring the dramatic talents of creator-producer-director Dan Curtis. Known as the "King of TV Horror," the Emmy-winning filmmaker followed the show with other iconic genre favorites including...

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: 2019

Copies Available at Woodmere

1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC MAS