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A long walk from Gaza / by ʻAṭāwinah, Asmá,author.; Hartman, Michelle,translator.; Nasrallah, Caline,translator.; translation of:ʻAṭāwinah, Asmá.Sura mafquda.English.;
"In the tradition of Palestinian women writers, Asma Al-Atawna has gifted us a novel that is both personal and political, that exposes both the occupation and the patriarchy. A Long Walk from Gaza is a coming-of-age story that follows its teenage protagonist through her battles with a strict and abusive father, the exhilaration of her first crush, confrontations with occupation soldiers, and the heartbreak of leaving her home Gaza for a new life in Europe. Beginning in Europe and working backward to her own birth and early childhood, Al-Atawna's creative narration mirrors the traumas of her life and her people. A Long Walk from Gaza not only exposes the harshness of both male authority and the stifling of the dreams of girls in parallel with the devastating conditions Palestinians endure under a brutal Israeli occupation, but also the challenges of fleeing these for a cold, alienating life in Europe. Al-Atawna lays these bare within a story that also showcases moments of humor, joy, and the human capacity to survive and thrive at all costs. She skillfully weaves together the challenges of growing up in occupied Palestine while exposing the many intersections of violence, patriarchy, and growing up in a society that offers girls little to no compassion. Her teenage protagonist's feminist point of view is fresh and honest, powerfully conveying the heartbreaking truths of her life. At heart, A Long Walk from Gaza is a tale of freedom. Each of the characters is psychically wounded by their circumstances and each resists in their own way. Gaza comes to life in Al-Atawna's novel, showing a rich and diverse society-its flaws along with its beauty, showing us worlds, which are being destroyed and some of which no longer exist today"--
Subjects: Bildungsromans.; Novels.; Interpersonal relations; Male domination (Social structure); Military occupation; Palestinian Arabs; Women;
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Decorative macramé : 20 stylish projects for your home / by Shufu no Tomosha,author.; Soo, Leeyong,translator.; translation of:Shufu no Tomosha.Makurame no chiisana interia.English.;
"Chic and timeless, macramé has once again established itself as a popular home decor trend. Decorative Macramé walks you through the process of creating your own unique pieces, perfect for your space. Clear step-by-step photographs show you how to create the four basic knots and apply simple macramé techniques, while detailed diagrams help you with things like measurements--making the creation process less daunting. Diagrams, drawings and instructions show you how to create 20 projects that are simple enough for beginners, satisfying enough for practiced knotters. Ranging from small accessories to hanging statement pieces, everyone will be able to find something that catches their eye"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Macramé; Macramé;
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My grandmother's braid / by Bronsky, Alina,1978-author.; Mohr, Tim,translator.; translation of:Bronsky, Alina,1978-Der Zopf meiner Grossmutter.English.;
Max lives with his grandparents in a residential home for refugees in Germany. When his grandmother--a terrifying, stubborn matriarch and a former Russian primadonna--moved them from the Motherland it was in search of a better life. But she is not at all pleased with how things are run in Germany: the doctors and teachers are incompetent, the food is toxic, and the Germans are generally untrustworthy. His grandmother has been telling Max that he is an incompetent, clueless weakling since he was a child and she'd spend the day sitting in the back of his classroom to be sure he came to no harm. While he may be a dolt in his grandmother's eyes, Max is bright enough to notice that his stoic and taciturn grandfather has fallen hopelessly in love with their neighbor, Nina. When a child is born to Nina that is the spitting image of Max's grandfather, things come to a hilarious if dramatic head. Everybody will have to learn to defend themselves from Max's all-powerful grandmother.
Subjects: Humorous fiction.; Refugees; Refugees; Older people; Grandmothers; Grandparent and child;
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The Tatami time machine blues : a novel / by Morimi, Tomihiko,1979-author.; Balistrieri, Emily,translator.;
During a scorching August in Kyoto, our protagonist and his worst friend, Ozu, are locked in a glaring contest in a four-and-a-half-tatami-mat room. Ozu has spilled Coke on the air conditioner's remote control--the only AC in Shimogamo Yusuisuiso, their famously shabby sweatbox of an apartment building. Vengeful and despairing, our protagonist discusses countermeasures with his secret crush, the reliably blunt Akashi, when Tamura, a strange young man with a bad haircut, appears. Tamura claims to be a time traveler from 25 years in the future, and shows off the time machine he uses to travel. Our protagonist has a brilliant idea: the sweetest revenge would be to go back one day in time and retrieve the functioning remote control. His simple fix is complicated by Ozu and several others who are also eager to take a ride back in time. But in attempting to alter the past, our protagonist foresees the world's extinction. Even more troublingly, Akashi mentions she's bringing someone to the upcoming bonfire ... and it's not him. Only one thing remains certain: it's going to be a very long month. Obliteration? Salvation? Coca-Cola? Castella cake? What does the time machine hold for our (not quite) heroes? It all depends on which one gets there first.
Subjects: Magic realist fiction.; Novels.; Apartment houses; College students; Man-woman relationships; Space and time;
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Hooray for snow! / by Iwamura, Kazuo,1939-;
Mick, Mack and Molly can't wait to play in the snow, but their parents aren't as enthusiastic.LSC
Subjects: Squirrels; Parent and child; Snow; Play;
© 2008., North-South Books,
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The night trilogy : Night ; Dawn ; Day by Wiesel, Elie,1928-; Wiesel, Marion.;
Subjects: Wiesel, Elie, 1928-; Authors, French; Holocaust, Jewish (1939-1945);
© c2008., Hill and Wang,
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Scent trail / by Paradis, Anne,1972-; Nelvana (Firm);
Ranger Rob needs to find the missing skunks of Big Sky Park.Ages 3 and upGRL: F, lexile 310LLSC
Subjects: Radio and television novels.; Forest rangers; Skunks;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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The interpretation of cats : understanding the psychology of our feline companions / by Béata, Claude,author.; Watson, David(Translator),translator.; translation of:Béata, Claude.Folie des chats.English.;
Includes bibliographical references.In the tradition of such beloved bestsellers as 'The Lion in the Living Room' and 'Inside of a Dog' comes the international sensation for feline lovers everywhere--a groundbreaking, in-depth exploration of the minds of cats that will help us better understand and connect with our cherished pets.
Subjects: Cats; Cats;
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Butterflies of the world / by Sbordoni, Valerio; Forestiero, Saverio.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 304) and index.
Subjects: Butterflies;
© c1998., Firefly Books,
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Cute needle felted animal friends : adorable cats, dogs and other pets / by Susa, Sachiko,author.; Ishida, Sanae,translator.; translation of:Susa, Sachiko.Tezukuri lesson felt youmou de tsukuru yappari kawaii uchi no pet.English.;
"Cute needle felted animal friends shows you how to create lifelike felted figures that remind you of the pets you love -- using a little wool roving, a felting needle, and a few basic tools and techniques. Even more than this, it shows you how to capture their adorable expressions when they're playing hard, napping, or just happy to see you. A sweetly cocked head, perky ears, and a tail that makes you think it's actually wagging -- the charm of these miniature figures is all in the details! Easy step-by-step instructions and photos show you how to make the basic shapes and components, then how to add details like long or curly hair, spines, and stripes, as well as little faces that are utterly irresistible. With a bit of practice, you'll be able to portray the unique poses and expressions of beloved pets from your own life"--
Subjects: Felt work.; Decoration and ornament; Handicraft.;
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