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The public library : a photographic essay / by Dawson, Robert,1950-photographer.; Dawson, Robert,1950-Photographs.Selections.;
"Many of us have vivid recollections of childhood visits to the public library: the unmistakable, slightly musty scent, the excitement of checking out a stack of newly-discovered books. Today's libraries also function as de facto community centers, and offer free access to the Internet, job-hunting assistance, or a warm place to take shelter along with the endless possibilities that spark your imagination the moment you open the cover of a book. There are more than 17,000 public libraries in America. Over the last eighteen years, photographer Robert Dawson has traveled the nation, documenting hundreds of these institutions--from Alaska to Florida, New England to the West Coast. The Public Library presents a wide selection of Dawson's photographs, revealing a vibrant, essential, yet seriously threatened system. Essays, letters, and poetry by a collection of America's most celebrated writers--including E. B. White, Isaac Asimov, Anne Lamott, Amy Tan, Charles Simic, Dr. Seuss, and Philip Levine, as well as the voices of dedicated librarians working today--are woven with photographs of the majestic reading room at the New York Public Library; the one-room Tulare County Free Library built by former slaves, in Allensworth, California; the architectural wonder of Seattle's glass and steel Central Library; and the Berkeley, California tool lending library; among many others. A foreword by Bill Moyers and an afterword by Ann Patchett bookend this important survey of a treasured American institution"--
Subjects: Libraries and community; Libraries and society; Library users; Public libraries; Public libraries;
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Public speaking and presentations demystified / by Templeton, Melody.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Oral communication.; Public speaking.;
© c2010., McGraw-Hill,
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Private power, public purpose : adventures in business, politics, and the arts / by d'Aquino, Thomas,author.;
"In this broad-scoped, inside-Ottawa memoir, Thomas d'Aquino, described by Peter C. Newman as "the most powerful influence on public policy formation in Canadian history," offers personal insights on four decades of bold leadership at the apex of power. A transforming force in redefining the role of business and the shaping of responsible capitalism, Canada's private sector architect of the free trade agreement with the United States, bold defender of national unity, and passionate environmentalist, he has been at the centre of every major policy debate that has influenced contemporary Canada. Referred to by his peers as "Canada's leading business ambassador", his memoir chronicles exploits on five continents and describes how he has championed Canada's place as an economic player on the world stage. His insights on leadership are timeless, honed from relationships with six Canadian prime ministers (including Pierre Trudeau, for whom he worked as special assistant), over 1500 chief executives, and dozens of global leaders. Beyond business and public policy, Thomas d'Aquino's fascinating adventures in the world of voluntarism and the arts reveal a great deal about the soul of this remarkable Canadian"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; d'Aquino, Thomas.; Businesspeople; Directors of corporations; Philanthropists;
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JFK : Public, Private, Secret. by Taraborrelli, J. Randy.;
COMPANION TO: JACKIE: PUBLIC, PRIVATE, SECRET, ISBN 9781250276216. In this deeply researched presidential biography, J. Randy Taraborrelli tells John F. Kennedys story in a provocative new way by revealing how public moments in his life were so influenced by private relationships with not only his family, but also Jackies.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Political; BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Presidents & Heads of State; BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Rich & Famous; HISTORY / United States / 20th Century;
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Talk like TED : the 9 public speaking secrets of the world's top minds / by Gallo, Carmine.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Business presentations.; Public speaking.;
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Snowed in at Pokeweed Public School / by Bianchi, John.;
Subjects: School; Winter;
© 1999., Pokeweed Press,
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The 99% invisible city : a field guide to the hidden world of everyday design / by Mars, Roman,author.; Kohlstedt, Kurt,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."A beautifully designed guidebook to the unnoticed yet essential elements of our cities, from the creators of the wildly popular 99% Invisible podcast"--
Subjects: Cities and towns.; Public works.;
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Crime in Canada / by Crocker, Diane.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. [107]-120) and index.LSC
Subjects: Crime; Criminal justice, Administration of; Crime;
© c2012., Oxford University Press,
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How to write a funny speech ... : for a wedding, bar mitzvah, graduation & every other event you didn't want to go to in the first place / by Leifer, Carol,author.; Mitchell, Rick J.,author.; Burnett, Carol,writer of foreword.;
"Learn how to write and give a flawlessly funny speech for any occasion with Emmy-winning comedy writers Carol Leifer and Rick Mitchell."--
Subjects: Humor.; Humorous recitations.; Public speaking.; Speechwriting.;
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Permission to speak : how to change what power sounds like, starting with you / by Bay, Samara,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Find your voice and use it to lead us to a better future, with this game-changing blueprint for redefining what power and authority sound like--from a Hollywood communication expert. Anyone who has ever been told "You should speak up!" during a meeting at the office, a group project at school, or even a conversation among friends can attest to the misunderstanding at the heart of that demand. For those of us--including women, people of color, immigrants, and queer folks--who find it hard to speak up, the issue is not just about willpower. Many of us have internalized the same messages since birth: that because of the pitch of our voice, the accent we possess, or the slang we use, we will not be taken seriously. Power, we're told, sounds like the mostly white, straight, wealthy men who wield it. Samara Bay--one of the most in-demand speech and dialect coaches in Hollywood--has made it her mission to change that, and with Permission to Speak she presents a fun and practical road map for making big cultural change while embracing our natural strengths. Drawing on her experience plus the latest research in public speaking, linguistics, and social science, she identifies tools for unlocking the potential in each of our voices--whether you're an entrepreneur, a new political candidate, a creative type with a bold vision, or a mom going back to work. Giving yourself permission means more than landing your message--it's about showing up when you show up and finding joy in speaking to your public. With simple tools, big ideas, and a whole lot of heart, Permission to Speak offers a revolutionary take on public speaking and a new definition of what power sounds like. Namely, you"--
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Public speaking for women.; Public speaking;
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