Chavira, Ricardo
Summary: Journalist Ricardo Chavira writes about the challenges growing up as part of a marginalized community and his work in the most elite US newsrooms while covering the Southwest, Mexico and Central America during civil wars and massive migrations.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Arte Público Press 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 CHAVIRA, RICARDO CHAOrizio, Riccardo.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Walker 2003
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Summary: Follow the fascinating voyages of 18 courageous women who defied convention to follow their dreams and explore the world. From Amelia Earhart to Isabelle Bird, Freya Stark to Laura Dekker, these 18 women broke the rules, took the road less traveled, and went that extra mile to win their own freedom. This beautifully illustrated and information-packed atlas tells their stories, following them...
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Publisher / Publication Date: White Star Kids 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920 FRAGillard, Julia
Summary: "In conversation with some of the world's most powerful and interesting women, Women and Leadership explores gender bias and explores the barriers to women's participation in politics"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: The MIT Press 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Business GillardSicardi, Arabelle
Summary: Profiles notable LGBTQ figures and highlights their contributions to society and their community, including Martina Navratilova, Frida Kahlo, Alan Turing, David Bowie, and K.D. Lang.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wide Eyed Editions 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 920 SICGalland, Leo
Summary: This book tells of the death of Leo Galland's son Christopher at the age of 22, the direct visual evidence Christopher showed him that our souls do go on, and the communications he received from Christopher's spirit that dramatically changed Leo's understanding of life and its meaning.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hay House, Inc. 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 133.9 GALRichards, Matt
Summary: "For the first time, readers have access to [an] ... account of the crucial moments leading up to Jackson's demise. Drawing on court documents and testimonials, [the book] presents a multi-perspective tracking of every individual involved and the part they played as the tragedy unfolded, examining forensically the mystery of the 83 minutes that elapsed from the moment Dr. Murray suggested he...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thomas Dunne Books 2016
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 782 RICRichards, Susan
Summary: The horse Susan Richards chose for rescue wouldn't be corralled into her waiting trailer. Instead, Lay Me Down, a former racehorse with a foal close on her heels, walked right up the ramp and into Susan's life. This gentle creature--malnourished, plagued by pneumonia and an eye infection--had endured a rough road, but somehow her heart was still open an generous. It seemed fated that she would...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Soho Press 2006
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Summary: Protagonista de una vida plena y exitosa, Michelle Obama se ha convertido en una de las mujeres más icónicas y cautivadoras de nuestra era. Como primera dama de los Estados Unidos de América, y primera afroamericana en desempeñar esa función, contribuyó a que la Casa Blanca alcanzara sus mayores cotas de apertura y pluralidad de la historia; se erigió en destacada defensora de las mujeres y las...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Plaza Janés 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 468.4 OBABallard, Robert D.
Summary: "Oceanographer and marine biologist Robert D. Ballard looks back on a long and storied life that includes accomplishments ranging from discovering new life-forms to finding the wreck of the Titanic"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 BALLARD, ROBERT D, BALRichards, Cecile
Summary: "From Cecile Richards--the president of Planned Parenthood, daughter of the late Governor Ann Richards, featured speaker at the Women's March on Washington, and "the heroine of the resistance" (Vogue)--comes a story about learning to lead and make change, based on a lifetime of fighting for women's rights and social justice. Cecile Richards has been an activist since she was taken to the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Touchstone 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 RICHARDS, CECILE RICRichards, Keith
Summary: Tells the story of the young Keith Richards, who was introduced to the joy of music through his beloved granddad, affectionately known as "Gus."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Megan Tingley Books, Little, Brown and Company 2014
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Summary: The lead guitarist for The Rolling Stones recounts his life, from a youth obsessed with Chuck Berry to the formation of the Stones and their subsequent stardom, and discusses his problems with drugs, the death of Brian Jones, and his relationship with Mick Jagger.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 RICHARDS, KEITH RICRichards, Keith
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bloomsbury 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 782.42 RICRichards, Amy
Summary: "Behind every successful woman is the fascinating story of how she got to the top. And throughout history, trailblazing women have opened doors for those who followed. Based on the rich collection of interviews and documentaries from MAKERS, this book introduces pioneering women from all walks of life. Readers will get to know these women's hopes, dreams, challenges, and accomplishments in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920.72 RICRichards, Michael
Summary: In this memoir, the author writes about the evolution of Cosmo Kramer, his character on Seinfeld, sharing insecurities and successes he experienced creating the character. He discusses his childhood with his schizophrenic grandmother and single mother, and his drive to unravel the mystery of his father. He tells of his early passion for theater and performance, his tour of duty in the army,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Permuted Press 2024
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Summary: It has always been understood that the 1848 discovery of gold in the Sierra Nevada influenced the battle over the admission of California to the Union. Now, historian Richards makes clear the links between the Gold Rush and many of the regional crises in the lead-up to the Civil War. Richards explains how Southerners envisioned California as a new market for slaves, only to be frustrated by...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Alfred A. Knopf 2007
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 979.4 RichardsFarbman, Melinda.
Summary: Describes the life of the chimpanzee that was sent into space as part of the American space program, describing his capture, training, the actual flight, and his life afterwards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishers 2000
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.45 FARAdriansen, Sophie
Summary: "This is the story of an emancipation, that of a young Black and poor woman living in an American marked by segregation. This is the story of a fierce battle, that of a musician involved in the civil rights movement. This is the story of a long career, that of a pianist and singer as talented as determined. This is the story of Nina Simone, a unique artist, role model, and inspiration for...
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Publisher / Publication Date: NBM Graphic Novels 2024
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 921 SIMONE, NINA ADRRichards, David Adams.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Arcade Pub. 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 799.124 RICEsposito, Nick
Summary: "Determined to better the world by inspiring boys like themselves, Lucky, Rudy, and Red team up to form the Good Guys Agency. It's not long before trouble at Fort Crumble next door sends the trio on their first back-in-time mission to visit Fred Rogers, the beloved television host. Will Fred get his show? Can they find the kindness needed to avert disaster at Fort Crumble? And will Red finally...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bushel & Peck Books 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 ESPStearns, Richard (Richard E.)
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thomas Nelson 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248.4 STETaylor, Diane C. (Diane Carol)
Summary: Discusses what engineering is, highlighting female engineers who revolutionized the role of women in the field and providing activities, including building a suspension bridge, designing and building a kite, and investigating processed food.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nomad Press 2019