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A comprehensive guide to intersex / by Petersen, Jay Kyle,author.; Laukaitis, Christina M.,writer of foreword.;
Includes bibliographical references and indexes."This resource provides readers with everything they need to know about intersex--people who are born with any range of sex characteristics that might not fit typical binary notions about male and female bodies. International in its scope, and covering a wide variety of topics in an easy-to-read way, the book explores what intersex is, what it is not, a detailed overview of its 40 or so different variations, and historical and social aspects of intersex and medical intervention. It also gives practical, proven advice on how professionals can help and support intersex people."--back cover.
Subjects: Intersex people.; Sex differences (Psychology);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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I never said that I was brave : a novel / by Jamal, Tasneem,author.;
"Set between the 1970s and 2010, I Never Said That I Was Brave examines the complicated relationship between two women as they navigate a culture vastly different from their parents'. Motivated by guilt and confusion, the unnamed narrator recounts the shifting dynamics of her lifelong friendship with Miriam, a charismatic astrophysicist who focuses on dark matter. As childhood immigrants to Canada from Uganda, the girls are able to assimilate (though not always easily). In adulthood, they chafe against the deeply held traditions and expectations of their South Asian community and their own internalized beliefs about women. As the narrator follows her memories on their unpredictable and unreliable paths, the reader is taken along on a devastating journey, one which blurs distinctions between right and wrong, victim and manipulator, life and death."--
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Astrophysicists; East Indians; Female friendship; Friendship; Interpersonal relations; Women;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The China study solution : the simple way to lose weight and reverse illness, using a whole-food, plant-based diet / by Campbell, Thomas M.,II,author.; Campbell, Thomas M.,II.Campbell plan.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."In the 1980s, T. Colin Campbell, PhD, co-directed a study of more than 4 dozen diseases and 367 items of socio-economic, lifestyle, nutrition, and genetic information across a population of 6,500 adults in rural china, generating more that 8,000 statistically significant associations. Those groundbreaking results, along with many other research projects described in the bestselling book, The China Study, support the theory that a whole-food, plant-based diet is linked to lower rates of chronic disease. More than a million people across the world have read The China Study and have been convinced by empirical evidence to adopt a whole-food, plant-based diet. The Campbell Plan goes beyond the why and shows readers how to make the transition--and enjoy the journey--with practical guidance and a simple plan to make a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle easy and sustainable.The Campbell Plan is full of the cutting-edge nutritional research that fans of The China Study have come to expect. Dr. Thomas Campbell speaks to the reader about health, weight loss, and the science behind it. He also addresses the biggest difficulties of transitioning to a plant-based diet; the most frequently asked questions he receives from patients, practitioners, and readers; and the most cutting-edge research in nutrition. The Campbell Plan's combination of practical tools and the research-based evidence of The China Study will change people's lives for generations to come"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Health.; Nutrition.; Self-care, Health.; Vegetarianism.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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I hate borsch! / by Nayberg, Yevgenia,author,illustrator.; Koteles, Eileen,narrator.; Container of (expression):Nayberg, Yevgenia.I Hate Borsch!Spoken word (Koteles);
Read by Eileen Koteles.All Ukrainians are supposed to love borsch--but what if you hate the red stuff? A young girl despises Eastern Europe's most beloved soup, and not even the grandmothers of Kiev can persuade her to change her mind. But when she immigrates to the United States, American food leaves her feeling empty. One day she discovers borsch recipes in an old suitcase. Maybe that disgusting beet soup deserves another chance ... Imaginatively illustrated with splashes of borsch-bright red, this book captures the complicated experience of rejecting and embracing one's culture. A recipe and author's note provide further ways to interact with the story. Witty and poignant, I Hate Borsch will encourage readers to ponder how history, heritage, and food can shape our identities.Ages 4-8.P-3.
Subjects: Children's audiobooks.; Book plus audio.; Dyslexia-friendly books.; Food; Immigrants; Ukrainian Americans; VOX books.;
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The art of diplomacy : strengthening the Canada-U.S. relationship in times of uncertainty / by Heyman, Bruce,1958-author.; Heyman, Vicki,1957-author.;
"When Bruce Heyman was sworn in as the United States Ambassador to Canada, he and his wife and confidante, Vicki, already knew the country north of the border as America's closest friend and neighbour. By the end of four years as ambassador, he and Vicki were in love with the country. Together, Bruce and Vicki opened their hearts to Canada and helped unite two countries that share so much more than just a border. In their memoir, Bruce and Vicki invite readers to explore what Canada has to offer as they reflect on the experiences that shaped them and the people from coast to coast to coast who taught them what it means to be Canadian. Heartfelt and honest, this memoir is a love letter to Canada from a couple that exemplifies that we are at our best when we are strong and standing together."-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Autobiographies.; Biographies.; Heyman, Bruce, 1958-; Heyman, Vicki, 1957-; Ambassadors; Ambassadors.; International relations.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Enola Holmes. [graphic novel] / by George, Mickey,author.; Sposito, Giorgia,artist.; Springer, Nancy,author.;
Picking up where 2020's exceptionally popular film left off, readers and fans will join Sherlock Holmes' rebellious teen sister Enola in a thrilling adventure and uncover the new mystery that she is up against. After a mysterious group of anarchists abduct her brother Mycroft, Enola investigates his disappearance in hopes of rescuing him and recovering something precious he took from her. With the help of Lord Tewkesbury and a young boy on the streets named Shag, she uncovers the truth behind her brother's abduction and unravels a web of mystery that takes her deep into the London underground as she tries to foil the anarchists' nefarious plot!
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Novels.; Holmes, Enola (Fictitious character);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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American utopia / by Byrne, David,1952-author.; Kalman, Maira,illustrator.;
"From former Talking Heads frontman and multimedia visionary David Byrne and revered bestselling author, illustrator, and artist Maira Kalman--an inspiring celebration in words and art of the connections between us all. A joyful collaboration between old friends David Byrne and Maira Kalman, AMERICAN UTOPIA offers readers an antidote to cynicism, bursting with pathos, humanism, and hope--featuring his words and lyrics brought to life with more than 150 of her colorful paintings. The text is drawn from David Byrne's AMERICAN UTOPIA, which has become a hit Broadway show, and soon to be a documentary from Spike Lee. The four-color artwork, by Maira Kalman, which she created for the Broadway show's curtain, is composed of small moments, expressions, gestures, and interactions that together offer a portrait of daily life and coexistence. With their creative talents combined, AMERICAN UTOPIA is a salvo for kindness and a call for jubilation, a reminder to sing, dance, and waste not a moment. Beautifully designed and edited by Alex Kalman, AMERICAN UTOPIA is a balm for the soul from two of the world's most extraordinary artists"--
Subjects: Byrne, David, 1952-; Musicals; Self-actualization (Psychology); Communities.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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American mah jongg for everyone : the complete beginner's guide / by Swain, Gregg,author.; Grad, Gladys,contributor.; Salk, Toby,author.; Swain, Woody,illustrator.;
"Experienced international Mah Jongg instructors Gregg Swain and Toby Salk walk you through the basics of American Mah Jongg-introducing readers to the tiles, rituals, history, rules and winning strategies of the game. Using the humor, warmth and professional tips they share with their own students, this narrative-style instruction book offers an accessible way to learn this popular game." --
Subjects: Mah jong.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Be ready when the luck happens : a memoir / by Garten, Ina,author.;
"Ina Garten, the author of thirteen best-selling cookbooks, beloved Food Network personality, Instagram sensation, and the cultural icon whose face has launched a thousand memes, shares her personal story with readers hungry for a seat at her table"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Recipes.; Garten, Ina.; Cooks; Food writers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Compost science for gardeners : simple methods for nutrient rich soil / by Pavlis, Robert,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Compost Science for Gardeners demystifies the full range of composting methods and helps readers determine or select the best technique for their situation. This comprehensive, plain-language, science-based book covers everything from the inputs required to the beneficial impacts on the environment and soil health."--
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Compost tea.; Compost; Compost.; Garden soils.; Gardening; Gardening.; Organic fertilizers.;
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