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The scandalous life of Ruby Devereaux / by Robotham, Mandy,author.;
"Everyone knows Ruby Devereaux's books. But no one knows her story ... until now. From a teenager in wartime England to a veteran of modern-day London - via 1950's New York, the Swinging Sixties, Cold War Berlin, Venice and Vietnam - Ruby Devereaux has lived one hell of a life: parties, scandals and conflict zones, meeting men and adventure along the way. In a writing career spanning seven decades and more than twenty books, she's distilled everything into her work. Or has she? Now beyond her 90th year, Ruby's energy is ebbing and her beloved typewriter put away. Until a call from her publisher presents Ruby with an ultimatum, and the impetus to embark on one last book - "warts and all", as she says. Even in her dotage, Ruby M Devereaux has the power to surprise, because whatever this author does, she does on her own terms. Always. Is Ruby finally about to reveal the secrets of her infamous life?"--
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Authors; Conduct of life; Man-woman relationships; Secrecy; Women authors;
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Behind Putin's curtain : friendships and misadventures inside Russia / by Orth, Stephan,1979-author.; McIntosh, Jamie,translator.; translation of:Orth, Stephan,1979-Couchsurfing im Russia.English.;
Includes bibliographical references."In this humorous and thought-provoking book, Orth ventures through that vast and mysterious territory to uncover the real, unfiltered Russia not seen in today's headlines: authentic, bizarre, dangerous, and beautiful. Sidestepping the well-trod tourist path, he travels the country from Moscow to Vladivostok--across seven time zones and almost 9,500 kilometers--making stops in Chechnya, Saint Petersburg, Siberia, and beyond. Staying with an eclectic array of hosts, he bumps into gun nuts, Internet conspiracy theorists, faux shamans, and Putin fans; learns to drive in death-defying Russian style; and discovers how to cure hangovers by sniffing rye bread. But he also sees a darker side of the country, witnessing firsthand the effects of Putin's influence in the run-up to the 2016 American election and the power of propaganda in this "post-fact" era."--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Travel writing.; Orth, Stephan, 1979-; Manners and customs.;
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Zombie apocalypse / by Owen, Ruth,1967-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.LSC
Subjects: End of the world; Zombies;
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I have something to say : mastering the art of public speaking in an age of disconnection / by Bowe, John,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."In eleventh grade, John Bowe's cousin Bill asked a classmate to prom. She said no. Bill responded by moving to the family basement--and staying there for the next forty-three years. But in 1992, at the age of fifty-nine, Bill surprised everyone who knew him: He got married. Bowe learned that Bill credited his turnaround to a non profit club he'd joined called Toastmasters International. Fascinated by the idea that speech training seemed to foster the kind of psychological well-being more commonly sought through expensive psychiatric treatment, and intrigued by the notion that words could serve as medicine-- healing the shy, connecting the disconnected, and mending our frayed social fabric--Bowe sets out to learn for himself what he'd gathered from so many others: When you learn to speak in public, you undergo a profound transformation that has very little to do with standing at a podium. Through his own Toastmasters journey, Bowe learns much more than how to overcome the nervousness associated with giving a speech. He learns that public speaking is really about the audience--it's the art of paying attention. Ultimately, Bowe finds that the key to eloquence, to overcoming shyness, is not mastering one's self or one's fears, but honing one's ability to empathize, pay attention to other people, and connect"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Bowe, John.; Toastmasters International; Journalists; Public speaking.;
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The parasitic mind : how infectious ideas are killing common sense / by Saad, Gad,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The West's commitment to freedom, reason, and true liberalism have become endangered by a series of viral forces in our society today. Renowned host of the popular YouTube show "The SAAD Truth", Dr. Gad Saad exposes how an epidemic of idea pathogens are spreading like a virus and killing common sense in the West. Serving as a powerful follow-up to Jordan Peterson's book 12 Rules for Life Dr. Saad unpacks what is really happening in progressive safe zones, why we need to be paying more attention to these trends, and what we must do to stop the spread of dangerous thinking. A professor at Concordia University who has witnessed this troubling epidemic first-hand, Dr. Saad dissects a multitude of these concerning forces (corrupt thought patterns, belief systems, attitudes, etc.) that have given rise to a stifling political correctness in our society and how these have created serious consequences that must be remedied--before it's too late"--
Subjects: Academic freedom; Conservatism; Freedom of expression; Ideology; Intellectual freedom; Liberalism; Political correctness; Right and left (Political science); Social justice;
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Nurse Jackie. [videorecording] / by Cannavale, Bobby.; Falco, Edie.; Alliance Atlantis Vivafilm.; Alliance Films.; Lions Gate Television (Firm);
Disc 1. Kettle-kettle-black-black -- Disneyland sucks -- The wall -- Slow growing monsters.Disc 2. One-armed Jacks -- No-kimono-zone -- Day of the iguana -- Chaud & froid.Disc 3. Are those feathers -- Handle your scandal.Edie Falco, Bobby Cannavale.Jackie comes to realize that both karma and sobriety can be a bitch. In addition to finally confronting her addiction, Jackie's street smarts and sardonic wit are tested even further by an ambitious new hospital administrator (Bobby Cannavale), determined to run a tight ship and keep Jackie in line.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD, widescreen presentation ; 2.0 Dolby Digital, 5.1 Dolby Digital.
Subjects: Chronic pain in women; Dark comedy television programs.; Hospitals; Hospitals; Medical television programs.; Nurses; Nurses; Television comedies.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.;
© c2013., Distributed by Alliance Films,
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The book of time : adventures in the past, present, future, and beyond / by Gifford, Clive.; Georgiev, Teo,1992-;
"Did you know that a zeptosecond is a trillionth of a billionth of a second? Or that the US once had 144 different time zones? Or that across your lifetime, you'll spend about 33 years in bed? Discover more questions, answers, and theories in this bumper book all about the past, present, future, and beyond! The Book of Time is brimming with fascinating information about the concept of time. What is time? How does it work? And is it even real? The book uses time as a lens to explore a wide variety of STEAM subjects that kids know and love--such as space, dinosaurs, animals, the human body, and machinery--with a completely fresh perspective. Through a simple yet fascinating approach, you'll learn about: The measurements of time ; Big and small time ; Time-travel ; Paradoxes ; And lots more mind-boggling thing. Cool, graphic illustrations help convey sometime abstract concepts and make for an engrossing reading experience. Children will be able to wow and amaze all their family and friends with extensive and fascinating information about time. Absorbing, entertaining, and surprising, The Book of Time will teach kids to look at the world in a whole new way"--
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Trivia and miscellanea.; Time;
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The creative instigator's handbook : a DIY guide to making social change through art / by Prain, Leanne,author.;
"From the co-creator of the seminal craftivism book Yarn Bombing: a guide for creatives to making impactful, socially engaged art projects. Flash mobs come and go, but purposeful creativity can change communities. Are you a creative (aspiring or otherwise) who is curious about how you can apply your skills to activist, socially engaged art projects? Whether you paint, sew, sing, build, weld, or rhyme, The Creative Instigator's Handbook explores how to take that big project you've been dreaming about and actually make it happen. In response to the challenging times that we live in, Make It Meaningful will inspire readers to use their creativity to spur change in the world around them. Guiding readers through the various aspects of a project from ideation to final documentation, the book examines the relationship between creative leadership, community art projects, and social justice, and includes the perspectives of 23 creative instigators who have stretched the boundaries of what art should or shouldn't do. Bold and imaginative, The Creative Instigator's Handbook will appeal to creatives willing to expand their comfort zones by jumping into the fray and doing some outrageous, inspired rabble-rousing of their very own."--
Subjects: Artists and community.; Artists; Arts and society.; Arts; Political art.; Social action.;
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Will to wild : adventures great and small to change your life / by Stanger, Shelby,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."With her first book, Will to Wild, Shelby shares all she's witnessed and learned in her years covering adventurers. It's the book she wishes she'd had when she first felt the urge to leap from familiar to wild terrain. The one that takes you step-by-step from the first inkling of inspiration for your own wild idea through fear and self-doubt and on to the finish line. In these pages, you will find stories with practical tips and tactics from world-famous rock climbers and ultra-runners, to longtime thru-hikers, surfers, desk jockeys who've figured out how to get off the clock, and even a suburban mom who started teaching women to scale frozen waterfalls in her mid-fifties. Along with Shelby's stories, they will show you how to get unstuck, how to pay attention to "trail signs" that point you toward your adventure, how to face your fears, and what to do when everything goes haywire (which will likely happen, never fear!). With Shelby's characteristic strength and vulnerability, Will to Wild encourages you to break out of your comfort zones, get out into nature, and bring your own wild ideas to life"--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Adventure and adventurers.; Outdoor life.; Outdoor recreation.; Self-actualization (Psychology); Self-realization.;
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The last ship. [videorecording] / by Baldwin, Adam,1962-actor.; Dane, Eric,1972-actor.; Mitra, Rhona,1976-actor.; Van Winkle, Travis,actor.; Television adaptation of (work) :Brinkley, William,1917-1993.Last ship.; Turner Network Television,production company.; Warner Home Video (Firm),publisher.;
Eric Dane, Rhona Mitra, Adam Baldwin, Travis Van Winkle, Charles Parnell, Christina Elmore, Marissa Neitling, John Pyper-ferguson, Jocko Sims.With a cure for the Red Virus and the goal to save the human race, Navy Captain Tom Chandler and his crew return to the States unsure of what they will find. As the crew seeks to find survivors and their families, they encounter a new, emerging enemy who's vying for control and may hinder the mass production of the cure.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD, region 1, widescreen; Dolby digital 5.1.
Subjects: Action and adventure television programs.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; United States. Navy; Destroyers (Warships); Epidemics; Viruses;
For private home use only.
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