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The last million : Europe's displaced persons from World War to Cold War / by Nasaw, David,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."In May of 1945, German forces surrendered to the Allied powers, effectively putting an end to World War II in Europe. But the aftershocks of this global military conflict did not cease with the signing of truces and peace treaties. Millions of lost and homeless POWs, slave laborers, political prisoners, and concentration camp survivors overwhelmed Germany, a country in complete disarray. British and American soldiers gathered the malnourished and desperate foreigners, and attempted to repatriate them to Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Ukraine, and the USSR. But after exhaustive efforts, there remained over a million displaced persons who either refused to go home or, in the case of many, had no home to which to return. They would spend the next three to five years in displaced persons camps, divided by nationalities, temporary homelands in exile, with their own police forces, churches, schools, newspapers, and medical facilities. The international community couldn't agree on the fate of the Last Million, and after a year of fruitless debate and inaction, an International Refugee Organization was created to resettle them in lands suffering from labor shortages. But no nations were willing to accept the 200,000 to 250,000 Jewish men, women, and children who remained trapped in Germany. In 1948, the United States, among the last countries to accept anyone for resettlement, finally passed a Displaced Persons Bill - but as Cold War fears supplanted memories of WWII atrocities, the bill only granted visas to those who were reliably anti-communist, including thousands of former Nazi collaborators, Waffen-SS members, and war criminals, while barring the Jews who were suspected of being Communist sympathizers or agents because they had been recent residents of Soviet-dominated Poland. Only after the passage of the controversial UN resolution for the partition of Palestine and Israel's declaration of independence were the remaining Jewish survivors finally able to leave their displaced persons camps in Germany."--
Subjects: United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration.; International Refugee Organization.; World War, 1939-1945; Refugees; Refugees; Jewish refugees; Political refugees; Jews; Humanitarianism; World War, 1939-1945;
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The imposter / by Collier, Kelly.;
Skunk wants to be a dog. EVERYONE loves dogs. And every dog seems to have exactly what he's looking for: a home and a family. When Skunk sees a lost poster for Max the dog, he wonders if he can pass himself off as the missing pet. He enlists the help of three neighborhood critters: a racoon, a cat, and a squirrel who train him in the art of being a dog with hilarious results. But, uh-oh, there's just one thing Skunk didn't account for . . . Will it prevent him from finding a home where he belongs? Perfect for animal lovers. Message of acceptance and found family, plus lots of humor.Ages 4-8.
Subjects: Humorous fiction.; Animal fiction.; Picture books.; Skunks; Dogs; Impersonation;
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Kept / by Banks, Maya,author.;
"From the author of Mastered and Dominated comes the third of the Enforcers novels. Kept is the searing story of a woman who finds sanctuary in surrender. He can't change who he is. A horrific childhood has made Silas the man he is today: dangerous, distrustful and demanding. He's lived in self-imposed solitude, convinced that no woman could ever accept his need for absolute control--in business and pleasure. That is, until a young violinist walks into one of his buildings and into his life. She can't change what she wants. Hayley has been struggling to fulfill her father's dying wish: for her to attend a prestigious music school in New York City. But even working multiple jobs, she can't afford the tiniest of apartments. Seeing her hopeless and near tears, Silas vows to help and protect her, no matter the cost to himself. But when Hayley meets his every demand with unwavering acceptance and love, he is overwhelmed by her goodness and gentle spirit. He knows that the dark stain on his soul can never be erased--and rather than risk destroying the most beautiful person he's ever experienced, he'll have to do the hardest thing he's ever had to do. Let her go. But he's totally unprepared for the lengths to which Hayley will go to fight for his love and for a future brighter than the sun."--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Erotic fiction.; Man-woman relationships; Sexual dominance and submission;
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Call the midwife. [videorecording] / by Agutter, Jenny,actor.; George, Helen,1984-actor.; Main, Laura,1981-actor.; Parfitt, Judy,1935-actor.; Redgrave, Vanessa,1937-actor.; Ritchie, Charlotte,1989-actor.; Bassett, Linda,actor.; Thomas, Heidi,1967-creator,screenwriter.; Tricklebank, Ann,television producer.; British Broadcasting Corporation.Television Service,production company.; Neal Street Productions,production company.; BBC Worldwide Ltd.,publisher.; Warner Home Video (Firm),distributor.;
Writers, Carolyn Bonnyman, Harriet Warner, Andrea Gibb, Louise Ironside ; directors, Lisa Clarke, Sheree Folkson, Syd Macartney, James Larkin.Vanessa Redgrave, Jenny Agutter, Judy Parfitt, Helen George, Laura Main, Charlotte Ritchie, Linda Bassett.The hugely successful drama returns with more laughs, tears and inspiring stories from the nurses and nuns of Nonnatus House. The year is 1963, and the midwives find themselves tested both personally and professionally as never before. Together, they face challenging medical issues while fighting their own personal battles. Nurse Crane finds her authority questioned from an unexpected quarter, Sister Monica Joan is forced to accept her failing faculties, and the much-loved characters are joined by West Indian midwife Lucille Anderson - a funny and clever nurse who brings a fresh burst of energy to life at Nonnatus House.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Television programs.; Childbirth; Midwives; Nuns; Poor; Poverty; Pregnant women;
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The good fight. [videorecording] / by Baranski, Christine,actor.; Bartha, Justin,actor.; Boatman, Michael,1964-actor.; Cole, Gary,1956-actor.; Jumbo, Cush,actor.; Leslie, Rose,1987-actor.; Lindo, Delroy,1952-actor.; McDonald, Audra,actor.; Nyambi, Nyambi,actor.; Sheen, Michael,actor.; Steele, Sarah,1988-actor.; Tazel, Erica,actor.; CBS Television Network,broadcaster.; Paramount Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher.;
Christine Baranski, Cush Jumbo, Rose Leslie, Delroy Lindo, Michael Sheen, Gary Cole, Sarah Steele, Nyambi Nyambi, Michael Boatman, Audra Mcdonald.Season four of THE GOOD FIGHT finds Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart navigating a very different landscape. After they lost their biggest client, Chumhum, and their founding partner s name was tarnished, Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart was forced to accept an offer by a huge multi-national law firm, STR Laurie, to become a small subsidiary. Suddenly, all of their decisions can be second-guessed by the giant firm that is literally on top of them. While STR Laurie initially seem like benevolent overlords, we find Diane Lockhart and her colleagues chafing at their loss of independence while simultaneously investigating the emergence of a mysterious Memo 618.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1, 2.0.
Subjects: Fiction television programs.; Television programs.; Legal television programs.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Law firms; Lawyers; Women lawyers;
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Point break [videorecording] / by Bracey, Luke,1989-; Core, Ericson.; Lindo, Delroy,1952-; Palmer, Teresa,1986-; Ramírez, Édgar,1977-; Santelmann, Tobias,1980-; Varela, Matias Padin,1980-; Winstone, Ray,1957-; Warner Bros. Entertainment,publisher.; Warner Home Video (Firm),distributor.;
Edgar Ramirez, Luke Bracey, Ray Winstone, Delroy Lindo, Tobias Santelmann, Matias Varela, Teresa Palmer.The FBI sends one of their young agents, Johnny, into the field undercover to break up a ring of thieves who use their skills as extreme sports enthusiasts to pull off heists wherever they go. The thieves, known as the "Ex-Presidents" because of the masks they wear, accept the agent as one of their own and soon show him their ways while enjoying the high adrenaline thrills of various extreme sports activities, including snowboarding, free-climbing, wingsuiting, motocross and surfing. After quickly becoming friends with the gang's charismatic leader, Johnny finds himself conflicted. Will he do his duty or join them?Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD, region 1, dual layer, widescreen; Dolby digital 5.1 surround.
Subjects: United States. Federal Bureau of Investigation; Action and adventure films.; Bank robberies; Feature films.; Surfers; Thieves; Undercover operations; Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.;
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Point break [videorecording] / by Bracey, Luke,1989-; Core, Ericson.; Lindo, Delroy,1952-; Palmer, Teresa,1986-; Ramírez, Édgar,1977-; Santelmann, Tobias,1980-; Varela, Matias Padin,1980-; Winstone, Ray,1957-; Warner Bros. Entertainment,publisher.; Warner Home Video (Firm),distributor.;
Edgar Ramirez, Luke Bracey, Ray Winstone, Delroy Lindo, Tobias Santelmann, Matias Varela, Teresa Palmer.The FBI sends one of their young agents, Johnny, into the field undercover to break up a ring of thieves who use their skills as extreme sports enthusiasts to pull off heists wherever they go. The thieves, known as the "Ex-Presidents" because of the masks they wear, accept the agent as one of their own and soon show him their ways while enjoying the high adrenaline thrills of various extreme sports activities, including snowboarding, free-climbing, wingsuiting, motocross and surfing. After quickly becoming friends with the gang's charismatic leader, Johnny finds himself conflicted. Will he do his duty or join them?Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.Blu-ray disc (requires Blu-ray player for playback) ; anamorphic widescreen format (1.85:1 aspect ratio); DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1, DTS-HD Digital surround 5.1, Dolby digital 5.1.
Subjects: United States. Federal Bureau of Investigation; Action and adventure films.; Bank robberies; Feature films.; Surfers; Thieves; Undercover operations; Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.;
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A summer to start over / by Taíno, Sera,author.;
"Single mom Indya Linares has always been Ms. Independent -- especially when her family's hurricane-ravaged resort is at stake. But when Indya's boat breaks down at sea, she's forced to accept help from a handsome stranger who immediately makes her heart beat faster. Who would have imagined that he's also her stubborn mother's pick for a new facilities manager extraordinaire? After Santiago Pereira left Venezuela to begin again in Soledad Bay, he's got something to prove to his family ... and a mission to bring his daughter back to him. But when Santi just can't stop thinking about his new boss, will hospitality take on a new meaning for them both?"--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Novels.; Family-owned business enterprises; Man-woman relationships; Resorts; Single parents;
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Arthur and Teddy are coming out / by Love, Ryan,author.;
When 79-year-old Arthur Edwards gathers his family together to share some important news, no one is prepared for the bombshell he drops: he's gay, and after a lifetime in the closet, he's finally ready to come out. Arthur's 21-year-old grandson, Teddy, has a secret of his own: he's also gay, and developing serious feelings for his colleague Ben. But Teddy doesn't feel ready to come out yet - especially when Arthur's announcement causes shockwaves in the family. Arthur and Teddy have always been close, and now they must navigate first loves, heartbreak, and finding their place in their community. But can they - and their family - learn to accept who they truly are?
Subjects: Gay fiction.; Queer fiction.; Domestic fiction.; Novels.; Coming out (Sexual orientation); Families; Gay men; Secrecy;
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Innovation nation : how Canadian innovators made the world smarter, smaller, kinder, safer, healthier, wealthier, and happier / by Johnston, David,1941-; Jenkins, Tom,1959-; Leatherdale, Mary Beth.; Johnson, David,1941-Ingenious.;
Successful innovation is always inspired by at least one of three forces -- insight, necessity and simple luck. This book looks through history to explore what circumstances, incidents, coincidences and collaborations motivated each great Canadian idea, and what twist of fate then brought that idea into public acceptance. From the marvels of aboriginal inventions such as the canoe, igloo and lifejacket to the latest pioneering advances in medicine, education, science, engineering and the arts, Canadians have improvised and worked together to make the world a better place. With vibrant illustrations throughout, Innovation Nation is a gorgeous companion to the adult edition that will surprise, enlighten and entertain young readers.LSC
Subjects: Inventions; Inventors; Technological innovations;
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