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Shrewed : a wry and closely observed look at the lives of women and girls : essays / by Renzetti, Elizabeth,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."Why are there so few women in politics? Why is public space, whether it's the street or social media, still so inhospitable to women? What does Carrie Fisher have to do with Mary Wollstonecraft? And why is a wedding ceremony Satan's playground? These are some of the questions that bestselling author and acclaimed journalist Elizabeth Renzetti examines in her new collection of essays. Drawing upon Renzetti's decades of reporting on feminist issues, Shrewed is a book about feminism's crossroads. From Hillary Clinton's failed campaign to the quest for equal pay, from the lessons we can learn from old ladies to the future of feminism in a turbulent world, Renzetti takes a pointed, witty look at how far we've come - and how far we have to go. If Nellie McClung and Erma Bombeck had an IVF baby, this book would be the result. If they'd lived at the same time. And in the same country. And if IVF had been invented. Well, you get the point."--
Subjects: Essays.; Feminism.; Canadian essays.; Women; Women's rights.;
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The river of consciousness / by Sacks, Oliver,1933-2015,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."A profoundly fascinating, illuminating major work from the beloved, bestselling thinker and neurologist Oliver Sacks -- completed by him just before his death -- provides readers with a compelling, rare gift from the master. The river of consciousness reflects Oliver Sacks at his wisest and most humane, as he examines some of the human animal's most remarkable faculties: memory, creativity, consciousness, and our present, ongoing evolution. Before his death, Sacks personally collected into this one volume his recent essays and case studies, never before published in book form, which he felt best displayed his passionate engagement with his most compelling and seminal ideas. The book, lucid and accessible as ever, is a mirror of his own consciousness, discovering in his personal and humane interactions with others, unique insight, and fresh meaning. Featuring a preface written two weeks before his death, The river of consciousness reveals the beloved, bestselling author's unique ability to make unexpected connections, his sheer joy in knowledge, and his unceasing, timeless project to understand what it is that makes us human"--
Subjects: Consciousness.; Neuropsychology.; Creative ability.;
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Trouble in Big Timber ; & twelve-gauge guardian / by Daniels, B. J.;
Trouble in Big Timber: When Ford Cardwell returns to Cardwell Ranch, his ability to decipher the truth will be tested. Plus a bonus story! Trouble in Big Timber Ford Cardwell is shocked when his old flame calls him out of the blue--and even more so when he hears a gunshot. But when he accidentally loops in medical examiner Henrietta "Hitch" Rogers, she makes him wonder if he was set up to believe the woman was a victim. Together, they'll need to discover the truth, but looking into the case will put them in the sights of a killer.Twelve-gauge guardian: Journalist Raine Chandler is on the run from a killer, but her luck will change once she meets cowboy P.I. Cordell Winchester. In town on family business, he can't resist the urge to help her solve an abduction case long gone cold. When another girl goes missing, the stakes are raised, and the pair will have to do whatever it takes to find the children before time runs out.
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Romance fiction.; Man-woman relationships; Ranchers; Cowboys;
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Doc : the life of Roy Halladay / by Zolecki, Todd,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Hall of Famer, Cy Young winner, and All-Star will forever be used to describe the illustrious career of Roy Halladay. With a repertoire of masterful pitches wielded with impeccable command, he piled up accolades during his 16 major league seasons, the very image of stability and dominance whenever he took the mound. Doc is a celebration and a profound remembrance of a beloved player, friend, and family man. Todd Zolecki traces Halladay's remarkable journey, from garnering the attention of major league scouts as a teenager in Colorado, to Halladay's methodical reinvention and ascent to ace status in Toronto, to the signature no-hitter he authored in his playoff debut with the Philadelphia Phillies. Also examined are Halladay's distinctive, disciplined approach to pitching, his impact as a teammate and community member, and the baseball world's honoring of these qualities in Cooperstown in 2019. With input and reflections from Halladay's teammates, coaches, competitors, and more, this is an essential biography for baseball fans everywhere"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Halladay, Roy, 1977-2017.; Baseball players;
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Cardiovascular health : living your best with a healthy heart / by Juneau, Martin,1953-author.; Sandilands, Barbara,translator.; Lavoie, Pierre,writer of foreword.; translation of:Juneau, Martin,1953-Cœur pour la vie.English.;
Includes bibliographical references."Sometimes seems that there are no significant discoveries left to be made in the field of cardiovascular medicine. And yet, globally, this is not the case: cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Specialists recommend that we adopt a proactive attitude with respect to disease prevention. Cardiovascular health begins with some good news: by modifying lifestyle habits, it is possible to increase the number of healthy years you enjoy. Dr. Martin Juneau examines specific case studies from his own extensive clinical practice to explain new issues in heart health, in language accessible to the non-specialist. From the incredible importance of exercise and diet to the unsuspected role of stress and air pollution, the book explains how the heart works, describes coronary bypasses and other rescue operations, takes readers through promising new research, and keeps you informed of the risks and preventative steps you can take to have a keep a happy, healthy heart."--
Subjects: Cardiovascular system; Heart;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Mansions of the moon / by Selvadurai, Shyam,1965-author.;
"This stunning portrait of a famous marriage in ancient India tells the story of Yasodhara, wife of the Buddha, as intimately reimagined by the bestselling author of Funny Boy. In this sweeping story, at once epic and startlingly intimate, Shyam Selvadurai introduces us to Siddhartha Gautama, otherwise known as the Buddha, a promising and politically astute young man settling into his life as a newlywed to Yasodhara, a young woman of great intelligence and spirit. The novel traces their early life together, and then the unthinkable turmoil as Siddhartha's spiritual calling takes over and their partnership slowly, inexorably crumbles. How does a woman live in ancient India if her husband abandons her? Even a well-born woman with a revered husband? And what path might she take towards enlightenment herself? Selvadurai examines these questions with empathy and insight, creating a rich, strikingly relevant portrait of a singular marriage, and of the woman who until now has been a shadow in the historical record. Mansions of the Moon is a literary event, and a remarkable moment in a beloved author's career."--
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Gautama Buddha; Married people; Wives; Women;
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Evidence of things seen : true crime in an era of reckoning / by Weinman, Sarah,editor.;
Includes bibliographical references."In Evidence of Things Seen, fourteen of the most innovative crime writers working today cast a light on the cases that give crucial insight into our society. Wesley Lowery writes about a lynching left unsolved for decades by an indifferent police force and a family's quest for answers. Justine van der Leun reports on the thousands of women in prison for defending themselves from abuse. May Jeong reveals how the Atlanta spa shootings tell a story of America. Edited by acclaimed writer Sarah Weinman, and with an introduction by attorney and host of the Undisclosed podcast Rabia Chaudry, this anthology pulls back the curtain on how crime itself is a by-product of America's systemic harms and inequalities. And in doing so, it reveals how the genre of true crime can be a catalyst for social change. These works combine brilliant storytelling with incisive cultural examinations--and challenge each of us to ask what justice should look like. Evidence of Things Seen introduces the new classics of true crime"--
Subjects: Essays.; True crime stories.; Crime; Crime.;
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A savage order : how the world's deadliest countries can forge a path to security / by Kleinfeld, Rachel,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The most violent places in the world today are not at war. More people have died in Mexico in recent years than in Iraq and Afghanistan combined. These parts of the world are instead buckling under a maelstrom of gangs, organized crime, political conflict, corruption, and state brutality. Such devastating violence can feel hopeless, yet some places-from Colombia to the Republic of Georgia-have been able to recover. In this powerfully argued and urgent book, Rachel Kleinfeld examines why some democracies, including our own, are crippled by extreme violence and how they can regain security. Drawing on fifteen years of study and firsthand field research-interviewing generals, former guerrillas, activists, politicians, mobsters, and law enforcement in countries around the world-Kleinfeld tells the stories of societies that successfully fought seemingly ingrained violence and offers penetrating conclusions about what must be done to build governments that are able to protect the lives of their citizens"--
Subjects: Human security; Internal security; National security; Violence; Violence;
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Rude bitches make me tired : slightly profane and entirely logical answers to modern etiquette dilemmas / by Rivenbark, Celia.;
"The funniest, New York Times bestselling southern humorist delivers a book of etiquette for the modern age. Celia Rivenbark's seventh book, Rude Bitches Make Me Tired, is an always sensible and mildly profane etiquette manual for real-life manners quandaries ranging from how to deal with braggy playground moms to wondering if you can have sex in your aunt's bed on vacation to correctly grieving the dearly departed (hint: It doesn't include tattoos or truck decals). In this book, Celia Rivenbark: Navigates the agonies of check splitting ("who had the gorgonzola crumbles and should we really care?"). Explores the baffling aspects of airline travel ("Recline Monster" and other animals) Discusses the art of the visit (always leave them wanting more. much more). Expounds upon gym and locker etiquette ("no one wants to talk to you while you're buck naked") Examines the conundrums of office manners (Loud talkers, cake hawkers, and Britney Sue's unfortunate cyst). And much more! Good manners have never been more fun!"--
Subjects: Etiquette;
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A little devil in America : notes in praise of black performance / by Abdurraqib, Hanif,1983-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."A Little Devil in America is an urgent project that unravels all modes and methods of black performance, in this moment when black performers are coming to terms with their value, reception, and immense impact on America. With sharp insight, humor, and heart, Abdurraqib examines how black performance happens in specific moments in time and space--midcentury Paris, the moon, or a cramped living room in Columbus, Ohio. At the outset of this project, Abdurraqib became fascinated with clips of black minstrel entertainers like William Henry Lane, better known as Master Juba. Knowing there was something more complicated and deep-seated in the history and legacy of minstrelsy, Abdurraqib uncovered questions and tensions that help to reveal how black performance pervades all areas of American society. Abdurraqib's prose is entrancing and fluid as he leads us along the links in his remarkable trains of thought. A Little Devil in America considers, critques, and praises performance in music, sports, writing, comedy, grief, games, and love"--
Subjects: African Americans in the performing arts.; African Americans; African Americans; African Americans; American literature;
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