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Juiceboxers [electronic resource] : by Hertwig, Benjamin.aut; cloudLibrary;
A powerful debut novel about four young soldiers serving in Afghanistan, and the devastating aftermath of war. "An unvarnished, intimately informed dissection of war's physical and emotional derangements." – Omar El Akkad, author of What Strange Paradise and American War Sixteen-year-old Plinko is attending basic training before high school starts up again in the fall. Feeling adrift from his own family, he moves in with an older soldier, where he forges an unlikely group of friends in the military: the very tall Walsh, who moves in shortly after Plinko does; Abdi, whose Somali immigrant parents often welcome the group of young men over for dinner; and the unpredictable and gun-loving Krug, who is brash and exasperating yet magnetic. After 9/11, the military prepares to move into Afghanistan — to go to war. Plinko and his friends have no idea that the trajectory of their lives is about to be irrevocably altered. Drawn from the author's experiences as a soldier in Afghanistan, Juiceboxers tenderly traces the story of a young man's journey from basic training, to the battlefields of Kandahar, to the inner city of Edmonton, braiding together questions of masculinity and militarism, friendship and white supremacy, loss and trauma and hard-won recovery.A powerful debut novel about four young soldiers serving in Afghanistan, and the devastating aftermath of war. "An unvarnished, intimately informed dissection of war's physical and emotional derangements." – Omar El Akkad, author of What Strange Paradise and American War Sixteen-year-old Plinko is attending basic training before high school starts up again in the fall. Feeling adrift from his own family, he moves in with an older soldier, where he forges an unlikely group of friends in the military: the very tall Walsh, who moves in shortly after Plinko does; Abdi, whose Somali immigrant parents often welcome the group of young men over for dinner; and the unpredictable and gun-loving Krug, who is brash and exasperating yet magnetic. After 9/11, the military prepares to move into Afghanistan — to go to war. Plinko and his friends have no idea that the trajectory of their lives is about to be irrevocably altered. Drawn from the author's experiences as a soldier in Afghanistan, Juiceboxers tenderly traces the story of a young man's journey from basic training, to the battlefields of Kandahar, to the inner city of Edmonton, braiding together questions of masculinity and militarism, friendship and white supremacy, loss and trauma and hard-won recovery.General adult.
Subjects: Electronic books.; War & Military; Literary;
© 2024., Freehand Books,
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Momentum. by Power, Lane,film director.; Aguilar-, Michelle,film director.; New Day Films (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by New Day Films in 2023.Chris ‘Coco’ Cocores was born into a broken home riddled with childhood traumas–street fighting was a way to cope. By age 25, Chris was an amateur mixed martial arts fighting champion and a month away from the biggest fight of his career–the match that would catapult him into becoming a professional. Then tragedy struck.In a fatal car accident, Chris lost his girlfriend, his dog, and nearly his life. Left with broken arms and legs and a broken back, Chris was told he may never walk again, let alone fight. Determined to get back in the ring, Chris called his coach, Ryan, a Paralympian who lost his leg to cancer and one of the best wrestling coaches in the world. Together, the pair tackle new obstacles and heal old wounds.Viewers witness how sports, competition and camaraderie can help overcome adversity and help you to thrive both on and off the mat.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Health.; Physical education and training.; Mental health.; Documentary films.;
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The Dark Crystal. by Oz, Frank,film director.; Henson, Jim,film director.; Goelz, Dave,actor.; Oz, Frank,actor.; Henson, Jim,actor.; Mullen, Kathryn,actor.; Gold, Louise,actor.; Whitmire, Steve,actor.; Shout Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Dave Goelz, Frank Oz, Jim Henson, Kathryn Mullen, Louise Gold, Steve WhitmireOriginally produced by Shout Studios in 1982.In this groundbreaking fantasy epic from Jim Henson and Frank Oz, the peaceful world of Thra is threatened by the evil Skeksis, who rule through the power of the shattered Dark Crystal. A young Gelfling named Jen (voiced by Stephen Garlick) embarks on a quest to restore the crystal and fulfill an ancient prophecy. Along the way, he encounters mystical creatures and allies, including the brave Kira (voiced by Lisa Maxwell). Featuring stunning puppetry and elaborate world-building, this visually captivating film is a timeless tale of good versus evil.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Science fiction.; Action and adventure films.; Fantasy films.;
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Sleeping Giants A Novel [electronic resource] : by Denfeld, Rene.aut; cloudLibrary;
“Rene Denfeld reminds us that storytelling remains one of the most powerful means we have of confronting our darkest human impulses, and sometimes overcoming them.”—Washington Post From the bestselling author of The Child Finder and The Enchanted, a compelling and poignant story of sibling bonds, monsters masquerading as caretakers, terrifying secrets, and the power of love to right even the most egregious wrongs. Twenty years ago, a nine-year-old boy was swept away by powerful waves on a remote Oregon beach, his body lost to the sea. Only a stone memorial remains to mark his tragic death. For most of her life, Amanda Dufresne had no idea she had an older brother named Dennis Owens, or that he had died. Adopted as a baby, she learned about him while looking into her late birth mother, and is curious to know more about this lost sibling. A solitary young woman, Amanda has always felt distanced from the world around her. Her brain works differently from others, leaving her feeling set apart. Her one true companion is the orphaned polar bear she cares for working at the zoo. By getting to know her birth family, she hopes to understand more about herself.  Retired police officer Larry Palmer is a widower with nothing but time and in need of a purpose. He offers to help Amanda find answers. The search leads to shocking and heartbreaking discoveries. Dennis Owen had been a forgotten foster child abandoned to a home for disturbed boys off the coast. As Amanda and Larry dig deeper into the past, the two stumble upon decades of cruelty and hidden crimes—including a barbaric treatment still used today. Told in Rene Denfeld’s inimitable style, Sleeping Giants is an enthralling and heartbreaking novel that burrows deep in the heart and will leave no reader untouched.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Legal; Suspense; Crime;
© 2024., HarperCollins,
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Centrespread. by Paterson, Tony,film director.; Foster, Kylie,actor.; Trahair, Paul,actor.; Umbrella Entertainment (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Kylie Foster, Paul TrahairOriginally produced by Umbrella Entertainment in 1981.In a world at the brink of the 21st century, where strict social stratification is rigidly enforced, where spending power is related to social utility rather than to productivity, and the only manifestation of violence is in magazine pages, a photographer whose special talent is mixing violence and sex, is told to find a new girl whose freshness will rejuvenate the pages of the magazine. Gerard (Paul Trahair) not only fulfils his task but also rediscovers innocence and a world left behind by advancing technology when he uncovers Niki (Kylie Foster, Quigley Down Under). But love is not in the Editor's plans and he offers Niki a choice - stardom or the love of a redundant photographer….warning:This film contains content that may be offensive to some. Viewer discretion is advised.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Drama.; Science fiction.; Cult films.; Motion pictures--Australia.; Science fiction films.;
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MindsEye [electronic resource]. by Microsoft Corporation.;
Game.MindsEye is a narrative driven, single-player action-adventure thriller set in the near-future fictional desert city of Redrock. Featuring best-in-class cinematics, high octane driving, and explosive combat from game director, Leslie Benzies. Play as Jacob Diaz a former elite soldier fitted with the MindsEye a mysterious neural implant that haunts him with fragmented memories of a covert mission that changed his life forever. Fight to uncover the truth in a world where AI, high-tech experimentation, and unchecked military power shape every encounter. Jacob isn't the only one searching for answers forces working from the shadows may be more powerful and dangerous than he ever imagined.ESRB Content Rating: M, Mature 17+ (Blood, violence, strong language, sexual themes).Ultra HD Blu-ray disc compatible with Xbox Series X console ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p/4K/8K/HDR 10 video ; Spatial audio, Dolby Atmos in game surround sound ; Optimized for Xbox Series X.
Subjects: Adventure video games.; Role playing video games.; Video games.; Action adventure video games.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Xbox Series X (Video game console); Video games.; Computer games.; Implants, Artificial; Soldiers; MindsEye (Game); Combat; Dystopias;
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The King Tide. by Sparkes, Christian,film director.; West Lefler, Alix,actor.; Crawford, Clayne,actor.; Fisher, Frances,actor.; Jean Chorostecki, Lara,actor.; Greyeyes, Michael,actor.; VVS Films (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Alix West Lefler, Clayne Crawford, Frances Fisher, Lara Jean Chorostecki, Michael GreyeyesOriginally produced by VVS Films in 2023.After the mayor of an idyllic island village discovers a child with mysterious powers awash on their shores, the once peaceful community devolves into civil war, torn over the belief that the child is the next saviour.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Drama.; Horror films.; Motion pictures--Canada.; Thrillers (Motion pictures).;
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Fourth Wing [electronic resource] : by Yarros, Rebecca.aut; Soler, Rebecca.nrt; Hamilton, Teddy.nrt; cloudLibrary;
Now with two bonus chapters read by Teddy Hamilton. Re-download the title now to listen to the extended version! A #1 New York Times bestseller • Optioned for TV by Amazon Studios • Amazon Best Books of the Year, #4 • Apple Best Books of the Year 2023 • Barnes Noble Best Fantasy Book of 2023 • NPR “Books We Love” 2023 • Audible Best Books of 2023 • Hudson Book of the Year • Google Play Best Books of 2023 • Indigo Best Books of 2023 • Waterstones Book of the Year finalist • Goodreads Choice Award, semi-finalist • Newsweek Staffers’ Favorite Books of 2023 • Paste Magazine's Best Books of 2023 "Suspenseful, sexy, and with incredibly entertaining storytelling, the first in Yarros' Empyrean series will delight fans of romantic, adventure-filled fantasy."—Booklist, starred review "Fourth Wing will have your heart pounding from beginning to end ... A fantasy like you've never read before."?Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times bestselling author Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders from USA Today bestselling author Rebecca Yarros. Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general—also known as her tough-as-talons mother—has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders. But when you’re smaller than everyone else and your body is brittle, death is only a heartbeat away … because dragons don’t bond to “fragile” humans. They incinerate them. With fewer dragons willing to bond than cadets, most would kill Violet to better their own chances of success. The rest would kill her just for being her mother’s daughter—like Xaden Riorson, the most powerful and ruthless wingleader in the Riders Quadrant. She’ll need every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise. Yet, with every day that passes, the war outside grows more deadly, the kingdom’s protective wards are failing, and the death toll continues to rise. Even worse, Violet begins to suspect leadership is hiding a terrible secret. Friends, enemies, lovers. Everyone at Basgiath War College has an agenda—because once you enter, there are only two ways out: graduate or die.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Romantic; Epic;
© 2023., Recorded Books,
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Lenny. by Fosse, Bob,film director.; Hoffman, Dustin,actor.; Miner, Jan,actor.; Perrine, Valerie,actor.; MGM (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Dustin Hoffman, Jan Miner, Valerie PerrineOriginally produced by MGM in 1974.Dustin Hoffman brings controversial comedian Lenny Bruce to life in this powerful portrait of an artist who turns comedy and America on its ear with his often offensive humor. But life in the on the comedy circuit begins to take its toll on Bruce. The drugs and arrests for his subject matter wear heavily on him but don't stop him from pushing the envelope right to his tragic and myth-making end.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Drama.; Motion pictures.;
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Fourth Wing (2 of 2) [Dramatized Adaptation] The Empyrean 1 [electronic resource] : by Yarros, Rebecca.aut; Cast, Full.nrt; Konicek, James.nrt; Ball, Jessica Lauren.nrt; Harris, Laura C..nrt; Poppy, Megan.nrt; McFadyen, Rob.nrt; Brackett, Torian.nrt; Moreira, Robb.nrt; Coan, Taylor.nrt; Michael, Gabriel.nrt; Fraites, Khaya.nrt; Ridgell, LaMont.nrt; cloudLibrary;
"Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders from New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general—also known as her tough-as-talons mother—has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders. But when you’re smaller than everyone else and your body is brittle, death is only a heartbeat away...because dragons don’t bond to “fragile” humans. They incinerate them. With fewer dragons willing to bond than cadets, most would kill Violet to better their own chances of success. The rest would kill her just for being her mother’s daughter—like Xaden Riorson, the most powerful and ruthless wingleader in the Riders Quadrant. She’ll need every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise. Yet, with every day that passes, the war outside grows more deadly, the kingdom's protective wards are failing, and the death toll continues to rise. Even worse, Violet begins to suspect leadership is hiding a terrible secret. Friends, enemies, lovers. Everyone at Basgiath War College has an agenda—because once you enter, there are only two ways out: graduate or die. Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music! Performed by Khaya Fraites, Gabriel Michael, LaMont Ridgell, Taylor Coan, Torian Brackett, Rob McFadyen, Laura C. Harris, Jessica Lauren Ball, Robb Moreira, Megan Poppy, James Konicek, David Cui Cui, Crystal Lee, James J. Johnson, Henry W. Kramer, Nazia Chaudhry, Mike Carnes, Marni Penning, Stephanie Németh-Parker, Amanda Forstrom, Christopher Graybill, Ryan Haugen, Sarah Ruth Dawson, James Lewis, Yasmin Tuazon, Alejandro Ruiz, Nickolette Kong, Tyler Hyrchuk, Matthew Pauli, Yenni Ann, Danny Gavigan, Earl Fisher, Kay Elluvian, Steve Wannall, Megan Hastie, Wyn Delano, Christopher Walker, Eric Messner, Scott McCormick and Terence Aselford.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Fantasy;
© 2024., GraphicAudio,
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