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Sisters in resistance : how a German spy, a banker's wife, and Mussolini's daughter outwitted the Nazis / by Mazzeo, Tilar J.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."In 1944, the war had reached its climax in continental Europe. News of secret diaries kept by Italy's former Foreign Minister, Galeazzo Ciano, had permeated public consciousness. What wasn't reported, however, was how three women-a Fascist's daughter, a German spy, and an American socialite-risked their lives to ensure the diaries would reach the Allied forces, who would use the papers as key evidence against the Nazis at the Nuremberg Trials. Just a year earlier, Edda Mussolini, Benito Mussolini's daughter, had given Hitler and her father an ultimatum: release her husband, Galeazzo Ciano, from prison, or risk her leaking her husband's journals to the press. Knowing the diaries will expose Nazi lies and create a foundation for a criminal war crimes prosecution, Hitler and Mussolini vow to do everything in their power to see the diaries destroyed-even if it means liquidating Mussolini's daughter. To do this, they ordered Hilde Beetz, a German spy, to seduce Ciano in prison in order to learn the diaries' location. As the seducer becomes the seduced, however, Hilde shifts her loyalties and becomes a double agent, joining forces with Edda to save Ciano from execution. When this fails, Edda flees to Switzerland with Hilde's daring assistance to keep Ciano's final wish: to see the diaries published for use by the Allies. When the head of United States' intelligence, Alan Dulles, learns of Edda's escape, he sends in socialite Frances De Chollet, an "accidental" spy, assigned by chance to a mission that would change her life. Her task is to find Edda, gain her trust, and, crucially, hand the diaries over to the Americans. Against all expectations, what develops is a rich and humanizing friendship between the two women. One step ahead of the Gestapo agents who are hunting Edda, together they succeed in preserving one of the most important historic documents of the Second World War. Drawing from in-depth research and first-person interviews with people who witnessed parts of this true story, Mazzeo gives readers a riveting look into this little-known moment in cultural history and shows how, without Edda, Hilde, and Frances's involvement, certain convictions would never have been possible at Nuremberg. Sisters in Resistance is a powerful look at women's intelligence work during WWII, a moving story of unlikely wartime friendships, and an inspirational investigation into three people who, navigated the place where truth, loyalty, justice, and betrayal collide"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Ciano, Edda Mussolini, Contessa.; Ciano, Galeazzo, conte, 1903-1944; Ciano, Galeazzo, conte, 1903-1944.; Purwin, Hilde, 1919-2010.; Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiter-Partei. Schutzstaffel. Reichssicherheitshauptamt. Amt VI.; Espionage, German; World War, 1939-1945; World War, 1939-1945;
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True detective. [videorecording] / by Ali, Mahershala,1974-actor.; Dorff, Stephen,1973-actor.; Ejogo, Carmen,1974-actor.; Home Box Office (Firm),production company.; HBO Home Entertainment (Firm),production company,broadcaster.; Warner Home Video (Firm),distributor.;
Mahershala Ali, Stephen Dorff, Carmen Ejogo.In the heart of the Ozarks, the mystery surrounding a chilling crime deepens over three decades, as the acclaimed series returns. Season 3 delivers a riveting new case and a stellar new cast, featuring Mahershala Ali (Best Supporting Actor Oscar(R) for "Moonlight") as Wayne Hays, a retired detective who has been tormented for 35 years by a case involving the 1980 disappearance of a 12-year-old boy and his 10-year-old sister in the town of West Finger, Arkansas. As the aging Hays ruminates on details of his investigation with the producer of a true-crime documentary, we get details about the case and Hays' haunted past.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1, 2.0.
Subjects: Detective and mystery television programs.; Television programs.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Police; Missing children; Criminal investigation;
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The myth of American idealism : how U.S. foreign policy endangers the world / by Chomsky, Noam,author.; Robinson, Nathan J.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The Myth of American Idealism offers a timely and comprehensive introduction to the incisive critiques of U.S. power that have made Noam Chomsky a "global phenomenon," one of the most widely known public intellectuals of all time. Surveying the history of U.S. military and economic activity around the world, Chomsky and his co-author Nathan J. Robinson vividly trace the way the American pursuit of global domination has wrought havoc in country after country-without, ironically, making Americans any safer. And they explore how dominant elites in the United States have pushed self-serving myths about this country's commitment to "spreading democracy," while pursuing a reckless foreign policy that served the interest of few and endangered all too many. Chomsky and Robinson range across the globe, offering penetrating accounts of Washington's relationship with the Global South, its role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan -all justified with noble stories about humanitarian missions and the benevolent intentions of American policy makers. The same kinds of myths that have led to repeated disastrous wars, they argue, are now driving us closer to wars with Russia and China that imperil humanity's future. Examining nuclear proliferation and climate change, they show how U.S. policies are continuing to exacerbate global threats. For well over half a century, Noam Chomsky has committed himself to exposing governing ideologies and criticizing his country's unchecked use of military power. At once thorough and devastating, urgent and provocative, The Myth of American Idealism offers a highly readable entry to the conclusions he has come to after a lifetime of thought and activism"--
Subjects: Hegemony; Idealism.;
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Father Brown. [videorecording] / by Blakley, Claudie,1974-actor.; Burton, John,1967-actor.; Carroll, Nancy,1974-actor.; Chambers, Tom,1977-actor.; Chesterton, G. K.(Gilbert Keith),1874-1936,creator.; Flowerday, Rachel(Screenwriter),creator.; Guner, Tahsin,1972-creator,screenwriter.; Maidens, John,television director.; Martinwood, Ruby-May,actor.; Williams, Mark,1959-actor.; BBC Studios,production company,publisher.;
Mark Williams, Sorcha Cusack, John Burton, Claudie Blakley, Tom Chambers, Ruby-May Martinwood, Nancy Carroll.It's now 1955 and Chief Inspector Sullivan and Mrs. Devine have grown closer since we saw them last, something that hasn't escaped the notice of Father Brown and Brenda. With a food fayre to die for, a real-life crime at a crime writing festival and a village rivalry that turns deadly, there's plenty for the gang to be busy with. And when his old friend Sister Boniface is implicated in a murder at an arts and craft fair, Father Brown must prove her innocence, before it's too late.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD ; wide screen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Detective and mystery television programs.; Television programs.; Catholic Church; Brown, Father (Fictitious character); Criminal behavior; Criminal investigation;
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The Mandalorian. [videorecording] / by Favreau, Jon,creator.; Abtahi, Omid,actor.; Carano, Gina,1982-actor.; Esposito, Giancarlo,actor.; Herzog, Werner,1942-actor.; Pascal, Pedro,actor.; Swallow, Emily,1979-actor.; Weathers, Carl,actor.; Walt Disney Home Entertainment (Firm),production company.; Buena Vista Home Entertainment (Firm),distributor.;
Pedro Pascal, Gina Carano, Giancarlo Esposito, Emily Swallow, Carl Weathers, Omid Abtahi, Werner Herzog.The journeys of the Mandalorian through the Star Wars galaxy continue. Once a lone bounty hunter, Din Djarin has reunited with Grogu. Meanwhile, the New Republic struggles to lead the galaxy away from its dark history. The Mandalorian will cross paths with old allies and make new enemies as he and Grogu continue their journey together.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.Described video for the blind and visually impaired.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).Blu-ray disc (requires Blu-ray player for playback) ; anamorphic wide screen format (2.39:1 aspect ratio) ; DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0.
Subjects: Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Science fiction television programs.; Television programs.; Mandalorian (Fictitious character); Grogu (Fictitious character); Bounty hunters; Extraterrestrial beings; Jedi (Fictitious characters); Life on other planets; Interstellar travel; Guardian and ward;
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Madam Secretary. [videorecording] / by Carradine, Keith,1949-actor.; Daly, Tim,1956-actor.; Ivanek, Željko,1957-actor.; Leoni, Téa,1966-actor.; Neuwirth, Bebe,actor.; CBS Studios Inc,production company.; Paramount Home Entertainment (Firm),film distributor.;
Téa Leoni, Tim Daly, Bebe Neuwirth, Keith Carradine, Željko Ivanek.When it comes to prisoner negotiations, international aid, and thwarting the next world war, look no further than U.S. Secretary of State Elizabeth McCord. Since joining the White House staff, she's seen her fair share of global threats, but her greatest challenges lie ahead. While she and her husband Henry must outsmart their own personal stalker, new enemies emerge both overseas and in the states. Working alongside President Conrad Dalton, Elizabeth proves not even he can save the world alone.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Political television programs.; Television programs.; Television series.; Cabinet officers; Families; International relations; Women cabinet officers;
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Metro exodus [electronic resource]. by Sony Computer Entertainment.;
Game.The year is 2036. A quarter-century after nuclear war devastated the earth, a few thousand survivors still cling to existence beneath the ruins of Moscow, in the tunnels of the Metro. They have struggled against the poisoned elements, fought mutated beasts and paranormal horrors, and suffered the flames of civil war. But now, as Artyom, you must flee the Metro and lead a band of Spartan Rangers on an incredible, continent-spanning journey across post-apocalyptic Russia in search of a new life in the East. Metro Exodus is an epic, story-driven first person shooter from 4A Games that blends deadly combat and stealth with exploration and survival horror in one of the most immersive game worlds ever created. Explore the Russian wilderness across vast, non-linear levels and follow a thrilling story-line that spans an entire year through spring, summer and autumn to the depths of nuclear winter. Inspired by the novels of Dmitry Glukhovsky, Metro Exodus continues Artyom's story in the greatest Metro adventure yet.ESRB Content Rating: M, Mature, 17+ (Blood and gore, intense violence, partial nudity, strong language, sexual themes, use of drugs).Blu-ray disc compatible with Playstation 4 console ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p ; in game surround sound ; 45 GB storage required ; PS4 Pro enhanced.
Subjects: Playstation 4 (Video game console); Video games.; Computer games.; Computer adventure games; Dystopias; Metro exodus (Game); Mutation (Biology); Nuclear warfare; Survival;
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Metro exodus [electronic resource]. by Microsoft Corporation.;
Game.The year is 2036. A quarter-century after nuclear war devastated the earth, a few thousand survivors still cling to existence beneath the ruins of Moscow, in the tunnels of the Metro. They have struggled against the poisoned elements, fought mutated beasts and paranormal horrors, and suffered the flames of civil war. But now, as Artyom, you must flee the Metro and lead a band of Spartan Rangers on an incredible, continent-spanning journey across post-apocalyptic Russia in search of a new life in the East. Metro Exodus is an epic, story-driven first person shooter from 4A Games that blends deadly combat and stealth with exploration and survival horror in one of the most immersive game worlds ever created. Explore the Russian wilderness across vast, non-linear levels and follow a thrilling story-line that spans an entire year through spring, summer and autumn to the depths of nuclear winter. Inspired by the novels of Dmitry Glukhovsky, Metro Exodus continues Artyom's story in the greatest Metro adventure yet.ESRB Content Rating: M, Mature, 17+ (Blood and gore, intense violence, partial nudity, strong language, sexual themes, use of drugs).Blu-ray disc compatible with Xbox One console ; HDTV 720p/1080i/1080p/4K Ultra HD ; in game surround sound ; 50 GB storage required ; Xbox One X enhanced.
Subjects: Computer adventure games; Computer games.; Dystopias; Metro exodus (Game); Mutation (Biology); Nuclear warfare; Survival; Video games.; Xbox One (Video game console);
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Jack the Giant Slayer [videorecording] / by Lemke, Darren.; McGregor, Ewan,1971-; McQuarrie, Christopher.; McShane, Ian,1942-; Moritz, Neal H.; Singer, Bryan,1965-; Studney, Dan,1966-; Tucci, Stanley.; New Line Cinema Corporation.; Turner Entertainment Co.; Warner Home Video (Firm);
Music by John Ottman ; cinematography, Newton Thomas Sigel ; edited by Bob Ducsay and John Ottman.Ewan McGregor, Stanley Tucci, Ian McShane, Bill Nighy, Nicholas Hoult, Eleanor Tomlinson.Jack the Giant Slayer tells the story of an ancient war that is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Unleashed on the Earth, the giants strive to reclaim the land they once lost, forcing Jack into the battle of his life to stop them. Fighting for a kingdom, its people, and the love of a brave princess, he comes face to face with the unstoppable warriors he thought only existed in legend, and gets a chance to become a legend himself.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD, widescreen presentation ; Dolby digital.
Subjects: Action and adventure films.; Fantasy films.; Feature films.; Giants; Heroes; Princesses; Rescues;
© c2013., Warner Home Video,
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Kensuke's kingdom [videorecording] / by motion picture adaptation of (work):Morpurgo, Michael.Kensuke's kingdom.; Cottrell Boyce, Frank,screenwriter.; Hendry, Kirk,film director.; Boyle, Neil,film director.; Murphy, Cillian,1976-voice actor.; Hawkins, Sally,1976-voice actor.; Watanabe, Ken,1959-voice actor.; Cassidy, Raffey,voice actor.; Macgregor, Aaron,voice actor.; Breaking Glass Pictures (Firm),film distributor.;
Cillian Murphy, Sally Hawkins, Ken Watanabe, Raffey Cassidy, Aaron Macgregor.Based on the best-selling novel by Michael Morpurgo and adapted for screen by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Kensuke's Kingdom tells the epic adventure of Michael, a young boy who sets off with his family on a sailing trip of a lifetime. But excitement soon turns to terror when a violent storm erupts and Michael and his dog Stella are swept overboard, washing up on a remote island where they struggle to survive. Michael eventually discovers he is not alone when he is confronted by a mysterious Japanese man called Kensuke who has lived there secretly since World War Two. The boy and the old man are initially suspicious of each other, but when dangerous invaders appear on the horizon, it's clear Michael and Kensuke must join forces to save their fragile island paradise.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.MPAA rating: PG.Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired.DVD ; wide screen presentation ; 5.1 surround sound.
Subjects: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Children's films.; Action and adventure films.; Animated films.; Feature films.; Islands; Survival; Male friendship; Shipwreck survival; Castaways; Dogs; Soldiers; Orangutans; Human animal relationships;
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