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History matters / by McCullough, David G.,author.; Lawson, Dorie McCullough,editor.; Hill, Mike,1953-editor.; Meacham, Jon,writer of foreword.;
"History Matters brings together selected essays by beloved historian David McCullough, some published here for the first time, written at different points over the course of his long career but all focused on the subject of his lifelong passion: the importance of history in understanding our present and future. McCullough highlights the importance of character in political leaders, with Harry Truman and George Washington serving as exemplars of American values like optimism and determination. He shares his early influences, from the books he cherished in his youth to the people who mentored him. He also pays homage to those who inspired him, such as writer Paul Horgan and painter Thomas Eakins, illustrating the diverse influences on his writing as well as the influence of art. Rich with McCullough's signature grace, curiosity, and narrative gifts, these essays offer vital lessons in viewing history through the eyes of its participants, a perspective that McCullough believed was crucial to understanding the present as well as the past. History Matters is testament to McCullough's legacy as one of the great storytellers of this nation's history and of the lasting promise of American ideals"--
Subjects: Essays.; Historians; History.;
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Allie, first at last / by Cervantes, Angela.;
Born into a family of over-achievers, fifth-grader Allie Velasco has never finished first in anything, and lately things have been going badly: her science project is ruined by a well-meaning student, her former best friend is hanging out with another girl--but now she is determined to win the Trailblazer contest with a photographic presentation about her great grandfather, the first Congressional Medal of Honor winner from their town.LSC
Subjects: Hispanic American families; Best friends; Contests; Self-confidence; Friendship; Elementary schools; Schools;
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The rise and fall of magic wolf / by Taylor, Timothy L.,1963-author.;
"Restaurateur Teo's culinary fame is peaking just as a scandal involving his sous-chef Frankie threatens to destroy everything. Teo's life as a Paris brasserie apprentice is filled with challenges and triumphs, as well as all the regular abuses of slammed commercial kitchens. Still, he rises through the ranks, eventually returning to his hometown of Vancouver to open Rue Veron, a French restaurant that goes on to become a sensation. His second restaurant, Orinoco, is also successful. But on the cusp of opening his third, a news story breaks suggesting that his popular sous chef Frankie is a sexual predator. The media firestorm and subsequent public relations disaster threaten to destroy Teo's empire as well as his own personal life. And when a desperate Frankie tragically takes matters into his own hands, Teo is left to question the consequences of both individual action and people acting in great numbers."--
Subjects: Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Ambition; Interpersonal relations; Restaurateurs; Scandals; Sex scandals;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Dangerous deception at Honeychurch Hall / by Dennison, Hannah,author.;
"Things are going well for Kat Stanford; not only is her antiques business thriving, she's also got a new date: Piers Carew, Viscount Chawley, who owns the estate next to Honeychurch Hall ... Then things start to go wrong: Kat finds herself at the scene of not one but two mysterious deaths, and tongues are wagging - is it coincidence, or murder? ... Unless she can solve these unexplained deaths then she may just be next."--From back cover.
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Man-woman relationships; Villages; Murder; Manors;
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Simple natural crochet : timeless patterns for accessories, clothes, and the home, made in beautiful natural yarns / by Ritchie, Susan(Knitter),author.; Miller, Karen(Knitter),author.; container of (work):Ritchie, Susan(Knitter).Simple chic crochet.;
"Susan Ritchie and Karen Miller, the proprietors of Mrs Moon, an online yarn store, show you how to create your own modern-casual crochet garments, accessories, and home decorations in beautiful, natural yarns. There are easy-to-hook chunky projects that will grow so fast you'll be finished in a day, and larger or more intricate items that will take longer but are well worth every stitch you hook into them"--
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Crocheting.; Crocheting;
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The trip to Spain [videorecording] / by Barrio, Marta,actor.; Brydon, Rob,1965-actor.; Coogan, Steve,actor.; Keelan, Claire,actor.; Winterbottom, Michael,film director.; IFC Films,presenter.; Revolution Films,production company.; Baby Cow Productions,production company.; Shout! Factory (Firm),publisher.;
Editors, Mags Arnold, Paul Monaghan, Marc Richardson ; director of photography, James Clarke ; costume designers, Alison Lewis.Steve Coogan, Rob Brydon, Marta Barrio, Claire Keelan.Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon embark on another deliciously deadpan culinary road trip. This time around, the guys head to Spain to sample the best of the country's gastronomic offerings in between rounds of their hilariously off-the-cuff banter. Over plates of pintxos and paella, the pair exchange barbs and their patented celebrity impressions, as well as more serious reflections on what it means to settle into middle age.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Comedy films.; Feature films.; Road films.; Dinners and dining; Food; Male friendship;
For private home use only.
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Heidi Heckelbeck and the lost library book / by Coven, Wanda.; Burris, Priscilla.;
"The Brewster Library has always been a magical place for kids in town. It has a story waiting for everyone. But imagine Heidi's surprise when Aunt Trudy lets her in on a well-kept secret: the Brewster Library has a real magic section! When Heidi checks out a title for a special project, she learns that you can't always judge a book by its cover. Especially when it's a bewitched book that loves to play pranks"--
Subjects: Lost articles; Libraries; Magic; Witches; Books;
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Shattered / by Patterson, James,1947-author.; Born, James O.,author.;
"NYPD master homicide investigator Michael Bennett and top FBI abduction specialist Emily Parker have a history. When Emily is found strangled in Washington, DC, only Bennett knows her well enough to find the perpetrator--or so he thinks. At every turn, Bennett discovers that she was a woman as adept at keeping secrets as she was at forging powerful connections. And that those closest to her had both the means and the motives to permanently silence her"--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Novels.; Bennett, Michael (Fictitious character); Murder; Police;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Shirley & Jamila save their summer / by Goerz, Gillian.;
Both girls need a new plan for the summer, and they might as well become friends. Then this kid Oliver shows up begging for Shirley s help. His pet gecko has disappeared, and he's sure it was stolen! That's when Jamila discovers Shirley's secret: She's the neighborhood's best kid detective, and she's on the case. When Jamila discovers she's got some detective skills of her own, a crime-solving partnership is born.LSC
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Mystery comic books, strips, etc.; Preteen girls; Child detectives; Geckos; Female friendship; Criminal investigation;
© [2020], Dial Books for Young Readers,
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Batman, detective comics. [graphic novel] / by Tamaki, Mariko,author.; Bellaire, Jordie,colourist.; Bidikar, Aditya,letterer.; Leigh, Rob,letterer.; Mora, Dan,illustrator.; Mulvihill, Patricia,colourist.; Prianto, Arif,colourist.; Rodriguez, Diego(Comic book artist),colourist.; Rosenberg, Matthew(Graphic novelist),author.; Watters, Dan,author.;
"Batman is seen by many as judge and executioner of the city's vilest villains. Well, it's time for him to meet the Jury! Batman rampages through the underworld of Gotham! Driven to a violent madness courtesy of the Jury's Vile serum, the Dark Knight crushes bones, makes a scene, and gives costumed vigilantes in Gotham a very bad name. But will the Jury's plan backfire? Can a violent rage-machine packed with money, weapons, and an insatiable bloodlust possibly end well for Mr. Worth and his Jury? Fear State grips Gotham City! When Mayor Nakano's city hall office finds itself under siege, the only hero who can help the embattled local official is the man Nakano pledged to rid from Gotham: Batman. The top vigilante in the city must protect the man who's fought so hard to put an end to masked heroes."--
Subjects: Superhero comics.; Graphic novels.; Batman (Fictitious character); Detectives; Good and evil; Superheroes;
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