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Indians of North America Civil rights Indians of North America Crimes against Indians of North America Cultural assimilation Indians of North America Ethnic identity Indians of North America Government relations Indians of North America Land tenure Indians of North America Relocation Indians of North America Social conditions Indians of North America Wars King ArthurSummary: The aim of these lectures is to make viewers feel welcome and comfortable in the company of paintings. By focusing on 65 masterpieces of Western painting, Professor William Kloss offers a vivid, visceral encounter with genius, shining light on the unique technical, stylistic, and expressive achievements of each painting. From the 14th century to the 20th, the images are examined for their...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Company 2010
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 709 WORCall number: DVD 709 WOR
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Great DVD 759 World 2010Dise, Robert L.
Summary: (THIS IS A SET. Book and DVDs must be checkout together).
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Company 2009
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 930 ANCCall number: DVD 930 ANC
Greenberg, Robert
Summary: For anyone wanting to master music's language, being able to read musical notation is a necessity. But this course, as Professor Greenberg notes, is a basic course, designed to introduce you to music's language in a way that is similar to the way you learned your own native language, by "discovering and exploring musical syntax through our ears-- by learning what the parts of musical speech...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2007
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: DVD 781 UNDSummary: Using historical footage and dramatic reenactments, this film focuses on one of the seminal events in the march for human rights -- the grape strike and boycott led by César Chávez and Dolores Huerta in the 1960s. Thousands of people from across the nation joined in a struggle for justice for the some of the most exploited people in the United States.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Southern Poverty Law Center 2012
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC VIVRoss, David-Dorian
Summary: One of the most intimidating aspects of pursuing martial arts is understanding which approach is best for you. Discover an introduction to many styles of martial arts, including kung fu, karate, tae kwon do, judo, jeet kune do, and krav maga. Learn about the physical and mental aspects of martial arts, from the proper form for blocks, kicks, and punches to the necessary self-discipline and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Teaching Company 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.8 MARGreenberg, Robert
Summary: Examines the life and works of Dimitri Shostakovich in 8 lectures of 45 minutes each.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2002
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Summary: "[This series] is an epic, comprehensive survey of the East's most influential philosphers and thinkers. In 36 lectures, [the student will be introduced to] the men and women responsible for molding Asian philosophy and for giving birth to a wide variety of spiritual and ideological systems, including Hinduism, Daoism, Confucianism, Sufism, and Buddhism."--Www.thegreatcourses.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 109 GRESummary: The piano is one of the most gratifying instruments to play, and an excellent introduction to the theory and practice of music. From folk melodies and holiday tunes to challenging classical forms or jazzy improvisation, the piano is also one of the most versatile instruments, allowing both melodic lead and harmonic accompaniment. Yet, too many people who want to play don't know where to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2018
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 786.2 HOWCall number: DVD 786.2 HOW
Armstrong, Dorsey
Summary: For more than 1,000 years, stories of King Arthur and his knights have fascinated people from all different walks of life. What is it about this story that has given it such enduring popularity? What are the themes and ideals of Arthurian legend that have appealed to so many people across time and space? In this 24-lecture course, you will learn about the origins and development of Arthur's...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 942 KINCobb, Daniel M.
Summary: Join the Smithsonian Institution to discover the rich history of native Americans.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016