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Red war / by Mills, Kyle,1966-author.; Flynn, Vince,1966-2013,creator.;
"The #1 New York Times bestselling series returns with Mitch Rapp racing to prevent Russia's gravely ill leader from starting a full-scale war with NATO. When Russian president Maxim Krupin discovers that he has inoperable brain cancer, he's determined to cling to power. His first task is to kill or imprison any of his countrymen who can threaten him. Soon, though, his illness becomes serious enough to require a more dramatic diversion--war with the West. Upon learning of Krupin's condition, CIA director Irene Kennedy understands that the US is facing an opponent who has nothing to lose. The only way to avoid a confrontation that could leave millions dead is to send Mitch Rapp to Russia under impossibly dangerous orders. With the Kremlin's entire security apparatus hunting him, he must find and kill a man many have deemed the most powerful in the world. Success means averting a war that could consume all of Europe. But if his mission is discovered, Rapp will plunge Russia and America into a conflict that neither will survive."--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Spy fiction.; Political fiction.; Rapp, Mitch (Fictitious character); United States. Central Intelligence Agency; Intelligence officers;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 3
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The best way to get your way / by Kyi, Tanya Lloyd,1973-; Nibbelink, Chanelle.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."For every kid who's tired of eating vegetables and going to bed on time, here's a book that helps them figure out how to get their own way. Examining both sides of five issues with big kid appeal (eating vegetables, bedtimes, screentime, homework, and doing chores), award-winning author Tanya Lloyd Kyi walks readers through the basics of debate skills, critical thinking and media literacy. How to pick a side, do your research, construct your argument, and rebut your opponent's case are all explained step by step as kids follow a cast of diverse characters debating one another. And along the way, readers will learn key tips about debating and public speaking (stand up straight! make eye contact!) as they consider the pros and cons of broccoli, curfews, and more. Not even question has an easy yes or no answer, and readers might be surprised to find themselves on the side of strict bedtimes and screentime limits. Critical thinking becomes fun -- and a strategy for out-witting your parents -- in this lively, thoroughly researched look at debating."--
Subjects: Debates and debating; Reasoning; Public speaking;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The house romantic : curating memorable interiors for a meaningful life / by Harris, Haskell,author.; Libaire, Lia Burke,illustrator.; Zacharkiw, Charlotte,photographer.;
Includes bibliographical references."Haskell Harris, founding style director at Garden & Gun, explores what makes a personal and meaningful home, revealing how designers and creatives authentically style their spaces, drawing inspiration from the important moments and people in their lives. Illustrated with photographs of Haskell's home in Charleston, South Carolina, and archival photos from the homes she grew up in, alongside lush color palettes and textiles, this beautifully photographed interior design book also features 15 homes of fellow creatives and designers n the United States, the UK, and Europe. Bringing in words of advice and gorgeous interiors from the people who inspire her, Haskell explores the many different ways of embracing romanticism in interior design. House Romantic is a vibrant, diverse, and extremely personal view of creating homes that are meaningful and reflect who we are. Filled with practical tips and specific instructions, the book offers a new sort of home education that shows us how we can surround ourselves with less products and more items that hold true significance, creating deeply personal connections in the spaces where we live, work, and love"--
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Photobooks.; Interior decoration.; Interior decoration; Romanticism in art.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Decolonizing research : Indigenous storywork as methodology / by Archibald, Jo-Ann,editor.; De Santolo, Jason,editor.; Lee-Morgan, Jenny,1968-editor.; Smith, Linda Tuhiwai,1950-writer of foreword.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."From Oceania to North America, Indigenous peoples have created storytelling traditions of incredible depth and diversity. The term 'Indigenous storywork' has come to encompass the sheer breadth of ways in which Indigenous storytelling serves as a historical record, as a form of teaching and learning, and as an expression of Indigenous culture and identity. But such traditions have too often been relegated to the realm of myth and legend, recorded as fragmented distortions, or erased altogether. Decolonizing Research brings together Indigenous researchers and activists from Canada, Australia and New Zealand to assert the unique value of Indigenous storywork as a focus of research, and to develop methodologies that rectify the colonial attitudes inherent in much past and current scholarship. By bringing together their own Indigenous perspectives, and by treating Indigenous storywork on its own terms, the contributors illuminate valuable new avenues for research, and show how such reworked scholarship can contribute to the movement for Indigenous rights and self-determination."--
Subjects: Ethnology; Indigenous peoples; Postcolonialism;
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Geographies of the heart : stories from newcomers to Canada /
Includes bibliographical references."A settlement worker recalls being a child soldier in Sudan; the child of undocumented migrants finds love in a coffee shop; a woman from Trinidad applies to over a hundred jobs; and a teacher from Afghanistan grapples with what it means to be a migrant in a colonized land. In Geographies of the Heart, eighteen newcomers to Canada tell their own stories, in their own voices. These accounts push back against misconceptions about immigration and immigrants by revealing that the paths into Canada are as diverse as the people who journeyed them. Canada itself plays a pivotal role in the collection, both as saviour and oppressor. The nation is a haven and place of opportunity, but also not entirely benevolent and welcoming. This collection of stories provides a place where readers can challenge their own assumptions about Canada, immigrants, and refugees. Each story is framed by evocative questions to better connect the experiences of the writers and readers and invite critical thinking about topics related to migration. In the face of both increasing migration around the world and growing xenophobia, Geographies of the Heart is a reminder of our shared humanity."--
Subjects: Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Immigrants; Immigrants;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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They all fall down / by Hall, Rachel Howzell,author.;
"It was supposed to be the trip of a lifetime. Delighted by a surprise invitation, Miriam Macy sails off to a luxurious private island off the coast of Mexico, with six strangers--an ex-cop, a chef, a financial advisor, a nurse, a lawyer, a young widow. Surrounded by miles of open water in the gloriously green Sea of Cortez, Miriam is shocked to discover that she and the rest of her companions have been brought to the remote island under false pretenses--and all seven strangers harbor a secret. Danger lurks in the lush forest and in the halls and bedrooms of the lonely mansion. Sporadic cell-phone coverage and miles of ocean keeps the group trapped in paradise. And strange accidents keep them suspicious of each other, as one by one ... they all fall down. For fans of thrilling contemporary suspense like The Woman in Cabin 10, Rachel Howzell Hall's brilliant stand-alone novel modernizes and pays homage to Agatha's Christie's And Then There Were None, bringing a diverse cast of seven sinners to a private island for a reckoning that will leave you breathless"--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Islands; Secrecy; Strangers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Treasures of the Mexican table : classic recipes, local secrets / by Jinich, Pati,author.; Mosier, Angie,photographer.;
"The "buoyant and brainy Mexican cooking authority" (New York Times) and star of the three-time James Beard Award-winning PBS series Pati's Mexican Table brings together more than 150 iconic dishes that define the country's cuisine Although many of us can rattle off our favorite authentic Mexican dishes, we might be hard pressed to name more than ten. Which is preposterous, given that Mexico has a rich culinary history stretching back thousands of years. For her newest book, Pati Jinich brings home the signature recipes that home cooks, market vendors, and chefs have shared with her as she crisscrossed her native country for the past decade. From Baja lobster tacos to Oaxacan-style grilled flank steak, these recipes represent the culinary diversity of the nation that has, depending on how you count them, as many as thirty-two different cuisines. Each recipe is a classic. Each one comes with a story told in Pati's warm, relatable style. And each has been tested in Pati's American kitchen to ensure it is the best of its kind. "--
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Cooking, Mexican.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Red war [sound recording] / by Mills, Kyle,1966-author.; Guidall, George,narrator.; Flynn, Vince,1966-2013,creator.; Simon & Schuster Audio (Firm),publisher.;
Read by George Guidall."The #1 New York Times bestselling series returns with Mitch Rapp racing to prevent Russia's gravely ill leader from starting a full-scale war with NATO. When Russian president Maxim Krupin discovers that he has inoperable brain cancer, he's determined to cling to power. His first task is to kill or imprison any of his countrymen who can threaten him. Soon, though, his illness becomes serious enough to require a more dramatic diversion--war with the West. Upon learning of Krupin's condition, CIA director Irene Kennedy understands that the US is facing an opponent who has nothing to lose. The only way to avoid a confrontation that could leave millions dead is to send Mitch Rapp to Russia under impossibly dangerous orders. With the Kremlin's entire security apparatus hunting him, he must find and kill a man many have deemed the most powerful in the world. Success means averting a war that could consume all of Europe. But if his mission is discovered, Rapp will plunge Russia and America into a conflict that neither will survive."--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Spy fiction.; Audiobooks.; Political fiction.; Rapp, Mitch (Fictitious character); United States. Central Intelligence Agency; Intelligence officers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Queer [graphic novel] : a graphic history / by Barker, Meg-John,1974-author.; Scheele, Julia,illustrator.;
"Activist-academic Meg-John Barker and cartoonist Julia Scheele illuminate the histories of queer thought and LGBTQ+ action in this groundbreaking non-fiction graphic novel. A kaleidoscope of characters from the diverse worlds of pop-culture, film, activism and academia guide us on a journey through the ideas, people and events that have shaped queer theory. From identity politics and gender roles to privilege and exclusion, Queer explores how we came to view sex, gender and sexuality in the ways that we do; how these ideas get tangled up with our culture and our understanding of biology, psychology and sexology; and how these views have been disputed and challenged. Along the way we look at key landmarks which shift our perspective of whats normal, such as Alfred Kinseys view of sexuality as a spectrum between heterosexuality and homosexuality, Judith Butlers view of gendered behavior as a performance, the play Wicked, which reinterprets characters from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, or moments in Casino Royale when were invited to view James Bond with the kind of desiring gaze usually directed at female bodies in mainstream media,"--Amazon.com.
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Nonfiction comics.; Homosexuality; Queer theory;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Writing AI prompts for dummies / by Diamond, Stephanie,author.; Allan, Jeffrey,author.;
Learn the art of writing effective AI prompts and break into an exciting new career field. Unlock the full power of generative AI with Writing AI Prompts for Dummies, a comprehensive guide that will teach you how to confidentially write effective AI prompts. Whether it's text, images, or even videos and music you're aiming to create, this book provides the foundational knowledge and practical strategies needed to produce impressive results. Embark on a journey of discovery with Writing AI Prompts for Dummies and learn how to: craft AI prompts that produce the most powerful results; navigate the complexities of different AI platforms with ease; generate a diverse range of content, from compelling narratives to stunning visuals; refine AI-generated output to perfection and integrate that output effectively into your business or project. This resource is brimming with expert guidance and will help you write AI prompts that achieve your objectives. Whether you're a marketer, educator, artist, or entrepreneur, Writing AI Prompts for Dummies is your indispensable guide for leveraging AI to its fullest potential. Get ready to harness the power of artificial intelligence and spark a revolution in your creative and professional efforts.
Subjects: Artificial intelligence.; Artificial intelligence; Electronic data processing; Natural language processing (Computer science);
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