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Winter solstice / by Pilcher, Rosamunde.;
Tragedy drives a woman from her peaceful village life to a remote Scottish location where her disparate neighbours seem to create a cohesive whole as Christmas approaches.
Subjects: Love stories; Country life; Winter; Psychological fiction.;
© c2000.,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Winter solstice : a novel / by Hilderbrand, Elin,author.;
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Christmas fiction.; Dysfunctional families; Families; Christmas;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Celebrate the solstice : honoring the Earth's seasonal rhythms through festival and ceremony / by Heinberg, Richard;
Includes bibliography (p. 183-187) and index.
Subjects: Winter solstice.; Summer solstice.; Seasons;
© c1993., Quest Books,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Solstice : around the world on the longest, shortest day / by Breach, Jen.; Masunouchi, Asako.; Merchán, Christina.; Gray-Barnett, Daniel.; Salem, Gaby.; Wright, Gordy.; Hansen, Jannicke,1992-; Demirağ, Mavisu.; Kabwe, Musonda.; Adani, Nabila,1991-; Lan, Qu.; Saïdi, Sakina.; Fagborun, Tinuke.; Nembang, Ubahang.; Mineker, Vivian.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Antarctica -- Argentina -- Australia -- South Africa -- Ecuador -- Indonesia -- Nigeria -- Nepal -- Morocco -- China -- Turkey -- United States of America -- United Kingdom -- Norway."Explore the daily lives of children around the world through through the lens of a single, special day in June, the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere and the shortest in the southern hemisphere. The rising and setting of the Sun is one of the few truly common experiences in our diverse world. This book places that shared experience at the heart of its global story. Every year, during the June solstice, the Earth tilts towards the Sun, creating either the longest or shortest day of the year. Across the world, people celebrate this day in different ways, from bonfires and banquets to firework festivals and ancient rituals. In this book, you will celebrate the solstice alongside 14 fictional characters from 14 real places around the world. You will be transported to Antarctica, Argentina, Australia, South Africa, Ecuador, Indonesia, Nigeria, Nepal, Morocco, China, Turkey, America, the United Kingdom, and Norway. Each account is both a personal story and an informative narrative, full of cultural insight, geographical information, and words from each native language. Meanwhile, specially commissioned artwork, by illustrators from each place, bring familiarity and warmth to every page. The solstice is both a symbol of global unity and a celebration of cultural diversity. Here, this unique event takes center stage in a fascinating account of children's lives around the world. Glossary and index included."--
Subjects: Summer solstice; Winter solstice;
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A court of frost and starlight / by Maas, Sarah J.;
"As Feyre navigates her first Winter Solstice as High Lady, she finds that those dearest to her have more wounds than she anticipated--scars that will have far-reaching impact on the future of their Court"--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Paranormal romance stories.; Fairies; Winter solstice;
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Herbs and crystals DIY : use plant medicine and crystal energy to heal the mind and body / by Sands, Ally,author.;
"Ally Sand, master herbalist and founder of Aquarian Soul, shares her expertise on healing herbal properties, as well as how to effectively use over twenty different crystals, including amethyst, opal and rose quartz. When these powerhouses are used together, they form a potent combination to relax, energize and help you live a happier and healthier life. Every project--from a passion flower tincture, to a wild flower and crystals face steam, to building a crystal mandala--focuses on improving mental and physical wellness. Whether you are looking to alleviate anxiety, practice mindfulness or enhance your beauty routine, Ally's unique recipes and crafts will show you how best to harness the incredible power of herbs and crystals."--Page [4] of cover.
Subjects: Herbs; Crystals; Nature craft.; Holistic medicine.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Black sun / by Roanhorse, Rebecca,author.;
"The the first book in [this trilogy is] inspired by the civilizations of the Pre-Columbian Americas and woven into a tale of celestial prophecies, political intrigue, and forbidden magic. In the holy city of Tova, the winter solstice is usually a time for celebration and renewal, but this year it coincides with a solar eclipse, a rare celestial event proscribed by the Sun Priest as an unbalancing of the world. Meanwhile, a ship launches from a distant city bound for Tova and set to arrive on the solstice. The captain of the ship, Xiala, is a disgraced Teek whose song can calm the waters around her as easily as it can warp a man's mind. Her ship carries one passenger. Described as harmless, the passenger, Serapio, is a young man, blind, scarred, and cloaked in destiny. As Xiala well knows, when a man is described as harmless, he usually ends up being a villain"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Solar eclipses; Winter solstice; Yule (Festival); Prophecies (Occultism); Magic; Ocean travel; Fate and fatalism;
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The Titan's curse / by Riordan, Rick.;
When the goddess Artemis disappears while hunting a rare, ancient monster, a group of her followers joins Percy and his friends in an attempt to find and rescue her before the winter solstice, when her influence is needed to sway the Olympian Council regarding the war with the Titans.
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Jackson, Percy (Fictitious character); Artemis (Greek deity); Mythology, Greek; Animals, Mythical; Monsters; Titans (Mythology);
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The Titan's curse : the graphic novel / by Venditti, Robert.; Futaki, Attila.; Riordan, Rick.Titan's curse.;
When the goddess Artemis disappears while hunting a rare, ancient monster, a group of her followers joins Percy and his friends in an attempt to find and rescue her before the winter solstice, when her influence is needed to sway the Olympian Council regarding the war with the Titans.LSC
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Fantasy comic books, strips, etc.; Artemis (Greek deity); Jackson, Percy (Fictitious character); Titans (Mythology); Animals, Mythical; Mythology, Greek;
© c2013., Disney-Hyperion Books,
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Treehouse holiday lights [videorecording] / by KaBOOM! Entertainment.; Nelvana (Firm); Phase 4 Films (Firm); Treehouse TV.;
Franklin: Franklin's Christmas gift -- Franklin's day off -- Franklin helps out -- Franklin's first star ; Berenstain Bears: The wishing star -- Lending a helping hand -- Count their blessings ; Little Bear: Little Bear's wish -- Snow bound -- Winter solstice -- a present for mother bear ; Max & Ruby: Max's rocket run -- Ruby's snow queen ; Waybuloo: The gift.Production credits vary by episode.Brighten up your holiday season with Franklin, Little Bear, Max & Ruby, Waybuloo and The Berenstain Bears in this wonderful compilation that includes 12 festive episodes of your favourite shows.Canadian Home Video Rating: G.DVD ; full screen presentation.
Subjects: Animated television programs.; Berenstain Bears (Fictitious characters); Brothers and sisters; Children's television programs.; Christmas; Franklin (Fictitious character : Bourgeois); Friendship; Little Bear (Fictitious character : Minarik); Max (Fictitious character : Wells); Ruby (Fictitious character : Wells); Video recordings for children.;
© c2012., KaBOOM! Entertainment ; Distributed by Phase 4 Films,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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