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Wild Man Creek / by Carr, Robyn.;
"Colin Riordan came to Virgin River to recuperate from a horrific helicopter crash, the scars of which he bears inside and out. His family is wonderfuly supportive, but it's his art that truly soothes his troubled soul. Stung personally and professionally by an ill-advised affair, PR guru Jillian Matlock has rented an old Victorian with a promising garden in Virgin River. She's looking forward to cultivating something other than a corporate brand. Both are looking to simplify, not complicate, their lives, but when Jillian finds Colin at his easel in her yard, there's an instant connection. And in Virgin River, sometimes love is the simplest choice of all..."--Page [4] of cover.
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Aircraft accident victims; Artists; Man-woman relationships;
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The Tuscan daughter / by Harris, Tessa,author.;
Tuscany, 1942: having moved from England to the beautiful city of Lucca before the outbreak of war, Lizzie Thornton adores her job as tutor to eight-year-old Cristo - despite the fact that his father, Count Antonio de Falco, is a notable fascist and supporter of Mussolini. Then war is declared, and Lizzie is suddenly regarded as an enemy in the country she loves so much. When new tutor Vincenzo Baldini arrives, Lizzie is exposed to a new secret world; Vincenzo is actually a member of the Italian resistance, running an anti-fascist propaganda magazine. Lizzie, desperate to be part of the fight, joins Vincenzo's unit, and soon she is head over heels in love.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; War fiction.; Novels.; British; Man-woman relationships; Tutors and tutoring; Undercover operations; World War, 1939-1945; World War, 1939-1945;
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Shouting at the rain / by Hunt, Lynda Mullaly.;
Delsie loves tracking the weather, living with her grandmother, and the support of friends and neighbors, but misses having a "regular family," especially after her best friend outgrows her.LSC
Subjects: Grandmothers; Families; Best friends; Friendship; Neighborliness;
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Legacy of war / by Smith, Wilbur A.,author.; Churchill, David,1959-author.;
The war is over, Hitler is dead, and yet his evil legacy lives on. Saffron Courtney and her beloved husband Gerhard only just survived the brutal conflict, but Gerhard's Nazi-supporting brother, Konrad, is still free and determined to regain power. As a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse develops, a plot against the couple begins to stir. One that will have ramifications throughout Europe. Further afield in Kenya, the last outcrop of the colonial empire is feeling the stirrings of rebellion. As the situation becomes violent and the Courtney family home is under threat, Leon Courtney finds himself caught between two powerful sides and a battle for the freedom of a country.
Subjects: Action and adventure fiction.; Historical fiction.; War fiction.; Anti-imperialist movements; Anti-Nazi movement; Courtney family (Fictitious characters); Imperialism; Nazis; World War, 1939-1945;
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My left foot [videorecording] / by Bernstein, Elmer.; motion picture adaptation of (work):Brown, Christy,1932-1981.My left foot.; Connaughton, Shane,screenwriter.; Cusack, Cyril,1910-1993,actor.; Day-Lewis, Daniel,actor.; Dunbar, Adrian,1958-actor.; Fricker, Brenda,actor.; McAnally, Ray,actor.; McCabe, Ruth,actor.; O'Conor, Hugh,1975-actor.; Pearson, Noel,film producer.; Shaw, Fiona,1958-actor.; Sheridan, Jim,1949-film director,screenwriter.; Whelan, Alison,actor.; Granada Films,production company.; Lions Gate Films,production company.; Miramax Films,presenter.; Miramax Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher.;
Director of photography, Jack Conroy ; editor, J. Patrick Duffner ; music composed and conducted by Elmer Bernstein ; production designer, Austen Spriggs ; special advisor to the production, Gene Lambert.Daniel Day Lewis, Ray McAnally, Brenda Fricker, Fiona Shaw, Hugh O'Conor, Adrian Dunbar, Ruth McCabe, Alison Whelan, Cyril Cusack.Born with cerebral palsy, the 10th of 22 children of a Dublin bricklayer and his wife, Christy Brown was doomed to life as a vegetable by physicians in 1932. His strong-willed mother's love and faith encouraged him to overcome this label. At age seven, he made a mark with chalk grasped between the toes of his left foot, the only limb on his body he could control. With this proof of intelligence, his schooling begins, and aided by his loving family, Christy learns to grapple with life's physical tasks and psychological pains. His courage and determination inspire a teacher, who lends support as he develops into a brilliant if cantankerous writer, poet, and painter. The astounding story of an artist who defeated a physical disability, degrading stereotypes, and poverty to fulfill his dreams.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.MPAA rating: R.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.Academy Award best actor (Daniel Day-Lewis), 1989, and best supporting actress (Brenda Fricker), 1989
Subjects: Biographical films.; Feature films.; Brown, Christy, 1932-1981.; Brown, Christy, 1932-1981; Cerebral palsied; Mouth and foot painting artists; People with disabilities; Young men;
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Still me : a neuroscientist's guide to caring for someone with dementia / by Brennan, Sabina,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Dementia is devastating. Almost a million people are currently living with the disease in the UK alone and this is set to triple by 2050. With family members often providing care, navigating treatment can be overwhelming. But there is life after diagnosis. Still Me reframes the job of caring for someone with dementia as a partnership. Both you and your loved one deserve respect, support and the latest research to help you on your journey. Top neuroscientist and bestselling author Dr Sabina Brennan combines her professional knowledge with her personal experience of caring for her mother with dementia. With a human-rights approach that validates everyone's experience and dignity, she offers: - A self-care plan for care partners to cope with demands and optimise the caregiving experience. - Practical advice on how to manage challenging symptoms, stimulate cognitive function and encourage a brain-healthy lifestyle - Evidence-based therapies to improve both you and your relative's quality of life. Dementia can steal many things, but it doesn't have to take away the simple pleasures of life. Shifting the focus from the disease to the person, Still Me reminds you that your relative is still there and that you, as a care partner, are just as important.
Subjects: Caregivers; Dementia;
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Gender transition for dummies / by Lawyer, Adrien,author.; McClain, Molly,author.; Trimm, T. Michael,author.; Wolf, Erik,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Gender Transition for Dummies is an essential resource for transgender and non-binary readers who are considering the various elements of what is often called gender transition. It starts at the beginning, answering questions like, "What is transgender and what is non-binary?" and, "How Do I Know If I'm Transgender?" Learn to navigate social transition, prepare for gender-affirming surgery, tell loved ones about your transition plans, find a supportive community, and take care of your mental health. Undertaking any of these steps is a big decision, and it isn't always easy. With this Dummies guide, you'll know that you aren't alone, and you'll get tips from experts on advocating for yourself.
Subjects: Gender transition.; Transgender people.;
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Meet Viola Desmond / by MacLeod, Elizabeth.; Deas, Mike,1982-;
"Meet Viola Desmond, community leader and early civil rights trailblazer! On the night of November 8th 1946, Nova Scotia businesswoman Viola Desmond stood up for her right to be in the "unofficial" whites-only section of a New Glasgow movie theatre . . . and was arrested for it. Supported by the Nova Scotia Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NSCAACP) and the black-owned newspaper The Clarion, Viola took her quest for the right to freedom from discrimination to the courts. While she ultimately did not succeed, she was a beacon to other early civil-rights activists. Her sister Wanda worked hard to promote Viola's legacy, which has been finally honoured by Viola's inclusion on the new Canadian"--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Desmond, Viola, 1914-1965; Race discrimination; Civil rights; Black Canadians;
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Cronos. [electronic resource]. by Sony Computer Entertainment,publisher.;
Game.Cronos: The New Dawn is a pulse-pounding, third-person survival horror game where time is your deadliest weapon - and your worst enemy. Survive a brutal future, dive back in time, and stop nightmarish creatures from merging into unstoppable abominations.ESRB Content Rating: M, Mature 17+ (Blood and gore, intense violence, strong language).Ultra HD Blu-ray disc compatible with Playstation 5 console ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p/4K/8K ; in game surround sound ; 30 GB storage required ; Vibration function & trigger effect supported.
Subjects: Survival horror video games.; Role playing video games.; Video games.; Third person video games.; Action adventure video games.; Playstation 5 (Video game console); Video games.; Computer games.; End of the world; Time travel; Monsters; Cronos The new dawn (Game); Future, The;
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The countess of the revolution / by Kortchik, Lana,author.;
Russia, 1917: Petrograd is on the eve of revolution. For Countess Sophia Orlova, the city of her childhood--the only home she has ever known--has become her deadly enemy. The mob are ready to get rid of anyone connected to the old regime, including Sophia. When rebels threaten to shoot Sophia and her husband, they are saved by Nikolai, a fervent supporter of the revolution. Determined to help Nikolai's cause, Sophia sets up a hospital wing in the house, nursing injured victims by his side. Her kindness has captured Nikolai's heart, but their burgeoning romance is forbidden. With battle lines drawn between the new and the old, both their lives are in danger ... Will their love be strong enough to overcome the horrors of war?
Subjects: Historical fiction.; War fiction.; Novels.; Adultery; Countesses; Man-woman relationships; Nurses;
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