Grün, Anselm
Summary: Retells the story of the life of Saint Nicholas, from his miraculous birth and generous nature to the many miracles he performed during his life and after his death.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 270 GRUHatori, Bisco.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viz Media 2007
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 OURSummary: This deeply personal documentary harts Gerry Anderson's journey from a poverty-stricken childhood to a puppetry pioneer, science fiction master, and legendary creator. Throughout his career, spanning 60 years, he created some of the world's most beloved children's television series including Thunderbirds, Stingray, Captain Scarlet, Space: 1999, Terrahawks, and Space Precinct. In addition to new...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC GERAugustine
Summary: According to Garry Wills, most readers of Augustine interpret his meditation on sin in the Confessiones as an indication of his obsession with sex. But as Wills suggests in his discussion of book two of Augustine's influential work, sexual transgression is not Augustine's main focus as he reflects on the nature of human sinfulness. Instead, Augustine seeks to understand man's power to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 270 WILDeary, Terry
Summary: "Want to know: Why the vicious Vikings had names like Fat-thighs, Oaf and Stinking? Which Viking god dressed up as a woman? A genuine jester's joke? Why medieval chickens had their bottoms shaved? Discover all the facts about the Vicious Vikings and Measly Middle Ages--double the gore and more"--Page 4 of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 940.1 DEAAugustine
Summary: In this book, which corresponds to Book Ten of the Confessiones, Augustine pursues his meditation on the self and his intimate testimony to God by moving from his life before baptism to his entrance into a holy life and embrace of the Trinity, the celebration of which will occupy him for the remaining chapters. Augustine contemplates this transition within his own memory, for to him, the "vast...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 270.2 AUGAugustine
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 270.2 AUGSummary: "All-American athlete, scholar, renowned baritone, stage actor, and social activist, Paul Robeson ... the son of an escaped slave, managed to become a top-billed movie star during the time of Jim Crow America ... his film legacy lives on and continues to speak eloquently of the long and difficult journey of a courageous and outspoken African-American."--Container.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2007
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Examines America's electoral process through the eyes of diverse politicians, activists, and voters in Ohio during the 2004 election. Shows how the voting public is manipulated by the parties' leaders and their political marketing strategies.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Genius Products 2006
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC SOKelly, Kerri
Summary: "For readers of Hope in the Dark and Natural Causes--The myth of wellness is a lie. And until we learn to confront and dismantle its toxic systems, we can't ever be well"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: North Atlantic Books 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 303.40973 KELSummary: When punk rock erupted in Washington DC, it was a mighty convergence of powerful music, friendships, and clear minds. This film is the first to explore the incredible challenges that this subculture faced when it took root in the Nation's Capital in the late '70s. Punk the Capital situates DC punk within the larger narratives of rock n' roll, working as a powerful multi-layered story for both...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Music DVDs, Call number: DVD MUSIC PUNSummary: "The first decades of the twenty-first century have witnessed a blossoming of creative nonfiction. In this extraordinary collection, Phillip Lopate gathers essays by forty-seven of America's best contemporary writers, mingling long-established eminences with newer voices and making room for a wide variety of perspectives and styles. The Contemporary American Essay is a monument to a remarkably...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Anchor Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 814 CONKerrey, Robert
Summary: The author traces his experiences as a Navy SEAL in Vietnam, which led to his being awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, and describes his sheltered childhood and his search for the truth about his uncle's death in World War II.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harcourt, Inc. 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 959.7043 KERHarper, Kerryn.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Betterway Books 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 747 HARKerby, Mona.
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Publisher / Publication Date: F. Watts 1994
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1 available in Stacks, Call number: JB DOUGLASS KERBYKerby, Johanna.
Summary: Pink, a piglet who is the runt of the litter, is adopted by Tink, a dachshund who is nursing a litter of her own, and Pink is raised in the house along with the puppies.
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Publisher / Publication Date: G.P. Putnam's Sons 2010
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Summary: "You're deep inside an endangered habitat. In the blue waters of southern Florida you come face to face with nature's gentle giant. Meet the manatee. He's playful, sometimes clumsy, and he rolls around when he's happy. Hear that?! He just squealed with delight. Learn why his world is under threat from pollution and development, and what young environmentalists can do to protect that...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.55 SkeBenson, Kerry
Summary: "Developed by two registered dietitians, the non-alcoholic drink recipes in Mocktail Party feature nutritious, all-natural ingredients with minimal sugar that you can easily find at any grocery store. The book also features information about the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle, tips for sustainable mixology, and advice for ordering mocktails at a restaurant or bar. If you're tired of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Blue Star Press 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 641.875 BENNenn, Kerry
Summary: Goodbye South Pole, hello adventure! Patch is tired of the South Pole. Yawn! He’s bored. So…he’s not going to live there anymore! What silly, salty creatures will Patch meet as he travels north? Will he find a new, exciting home? Find out as you join him on his igloo adventure!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nenn Pen, Ink, 0000
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE NENArquette, Kerry.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lark 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 745.593 ArquetteCohen, Kerry
Summary: When Loose Girl author Kerry Cohen reached her early 40s, she realized she had a drinking problem. Yes, she could get up on time, bring her kids to school, make dinner, chat with friends, and all around have a normal day, but, throughout it all, Kerry was waiting for her five o'clock glass of wine. Maybe two glasses. Maybe a bottle. Just enough to blur the edges of her life that had become a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sourcebooks 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 COHEN, KERRY COHDinmont, Kerry
Summary: "Introduces readers to Amanda's day of practicing a fire drill at school. Discusses the best fire drill practices and ways to stay safe. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Common Core questions and activities, a phonetic glossary, and sources for further research."--Publisher's website.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 628.9 DINKennedy, Kerry
Summary: "Robert F. Kennedy staunchly advocated for civil rights, education, justice, and peace; his message transcended race, class, and creed, resonating deeply within and across America. He was the leading candidate for the Democratic nomination for the presidency and was expected to run against Republican Richard Nixon in the 1968 presidential election, following in the footsteps of his late brother...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Center Street Large Print 2018