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- The allies : Roosevelt, Churchill, Stalin, and the unlikely alliance that won World War II / by Groom, Winston,1944-author.;
- Includes bibliographical references and index."Best-selling author Winston Groom tells the complex story of how Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin--the three iconic and vastly different Allied leaders--aligned to win World War II and created a new world order. By the end of World War II, 59 nations were arrayed against the axis powers, but three great Allied leaders--Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin--had emerged to control the war in Europe and the Pacific. Vastly different in upbringing and political beliefs, they were not always in agreement--or even on good terms. But, often led by Churchill's enduring spirit, in the end these three men changed the course of history. Using the remarkable letters between the three world leaders, enriching narrative details of their personal lives, and riveting tales of battles won and lost, best-selling historian Winston Groom returns to share one of the biggest stories of the 20th century: The interwoven and remarkable tale, and a fascinating study of leadership styles, of three world leaders who fought the largest war in history"--
- Subjects: Biographies.; Churchill, Winston, 1874-1965.; Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945.; Stalin, Joseph, 1878-1953.; Heads of state; World War, 1939-1945;
- The Lost City of the Monkey God : a true story / by Preston, Douglas J.,author.;
- Includes bibliographical references and index."#1 New York Times bestselling author Douglas Preston takes readers on an adventure deep into the Honduran jungle in this riveting, danger-filled true story about the discovery of an ancient lost civilization"--Provided by publisher.
- Subjects: Preston, Douglas J.; Cities and towns, Ancient; Extinct cities; Indians of Central America;
- From under the truck : a memoir / by Brolin, Josh,author.;
- "From Josh Brolin, a unique and decidedly un-celebrity memoir, by turns affecting, funny, uncanny, and unforgettable. Weaving a latticework of different strands, moving back and forth through time, Josh Brolin captures a life marked by curiosity, pain, devotion, kindness, humor. He recounts an unconventional childhood far from Hollywood. Raised on a ranch in Paso Robles, California, he was surrounded as a child by the wolves, cougars, and other wild animals gathered by his fearless and explosive mother, Jane Agee Brolin. Her tragic, early death haunts this book, and the force of her unforgettable personality is felt throughout. Brolin also brings to life his career in the film industry -- from his breakout role in The Goonies to the set of No Country for Old Men -- and the professional and personal ups and downs in between and since. With unflinching honesty but also great humor, he shares insights into relationships, addiction, love, and fatherhood, while letting the white space in between words speak for itself. Grappling with the mysteries of life and death in a way that will catch readers by surprise, From Under the Truck is an audacious and riveting memoir from a born writer"--
- Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Personal narratives.; Brolin, Josh.; Actors;
- A pair of wings : a novel / by Hopson, Carole,author.;
- "A riveting, adventurous novel inspired by the life of pioneer aviatrix Bessie Coleman, a Black woman who learned to fly at the dawn of aviation, and found freedom in the air"--
- Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Coleman, Bessie, 1892-1926; African American women air pilots; Air pilots;
- Fargo. [videorecording] / by Danson, Ted,1947-actor.; Dunst, Kirsten,1982-actor.; McGregor, Ewan,1971-actor.; Offerman, Nick,1970-actor.; Plemons, Jesse,1988-actor.; Wilson, Patrick,1973-actor.; Bluebush Productions,production company.; MGM-TV,production company.; Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, Inc,publisher.;
- Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons, Ted Danson, Patrick Wilson, Nick Offerman, Ewan McGregor.Okey-dokey, watcha got here is the darkly humorous and utterly riveting third season. Ewan McGregor gives one heckuva performance in dual roles as the 'Parking Lot King of Minnesota', Emmit Stussy, and his younger brother, Ray, a potbellied parole officer with a big chip on his shoulder. The only bright spot in Ray's life is Nikki, a not-so-good woman with brains, beauty and a passion for competitive bridge.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD, widescreen 1.78:1 presentation; Dolby Digital 5.1.
- Subjects: Television programs.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Crime; Criminal investigation; Police;
- For private home use only.
- We who wrestle with God : perceptions of the divine / by Peterson, Jordan B.,author.;
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 507-544)."A revolutionary new offering from Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, renowned psychologist and author of the global bestseller 12 Rules for Life. In We Who Wrestle with God, Dr. Peterson guides us through the ancient, foundational stories of the Western world. In riveting detail, he analyzes the Biblical accounts of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering, and triumph that stabilize, inspire, and unite us culturally and psychologically. Adam and Eve and the eternal fall of mankind; the resentful and ultimately murderous war of Cain and Abel; the cataclysmic flood of Noah; the spectacular collapse of the Tower of Babel; Abraham's terrible adventure; and the epic of Moses and the Israelites. What could such stories possibly mean? What force wrote and assembled them over the long centuries? How did they bring our spirits and the world together, and point us in the same direction? It is time for us to understand such things, scientifically and spiritually; to become conscious of the structure of our souls and our societies; and to see ourselves and others as if for the first time. Join Elijah as he discovers the Voice of God in the dictates of his own conscience and Jonah confronting hell itself in the belly of the whale because he failed to listen and act. Set yourself straight in intent, aim, and purpose as you begin to more deeply understand the structure of your society and your soul. Journey with Dr. Peterson through the greatest stories ever told"--
- Subjects: Bible; Bible; Self-help.;
- Better days : tame your inner critic / by Allen, Neal(Spiritual coach),author.; Lamott, Anne,writer of foreword.;
- "If you're like most people, you have a voice in your head telling you to work harder, be better, make more friends, and screw up less. It frowns at your mistakes, warns you that your list needs tending, and questions your attractiveness. It's a bully. And you don't actually need it. The path to personal nirvana is routed through your inner critic. Better Days will help you confront and immobilize the superego-that nagging little voice in your head that sneers at your mistakes, questions your worth, and whose snarky commentary keeps you stuck in a childish cycle of reward and punishment. The method is simple, fun, and riveting: First you meet your inner critic. Then you talk to it. Then you speak up whenever it pokes in. Eventually it gets the picture that you don't need it, and it shuts up. Along the way you'll learn a dozen specific techniques anyone can use to move it to the side and reduce anxiety, increase satisfaction, and find your own freedom."--
- Subjects: Confidence.; Criticism, Personal.; Self-acceptance.; Self-talk.;
- Burial Rites A Novel [electronic resource] : by Kent, Hannah.aut; cloudLibrary;
- *Soon to be a major motion picture starring Jennifer Lawrence* A brilliant literary debut, inspired by a true story: the final days of a young woman accused of murder in Iceland in 1829. Set against Iceland's stark landscape, Hannah Kent brings to vivid life the story of Agnes, who, charged with the brutal murder of her former master, is sent to an isolated farm to await execution. Horrified at the prospect of housing a convicted murderer, the family at first avoids Agnes. Only Tóti, a priest Agnes has mysteriously chosen to be her spiritual guardian, seeks to understand her. But as Agnes's death looms, the farmer's wife and their daughters learn there is another side to the sensational story they've heard. Riveting and rich with lyricism, BURIAL RITES evokes a dramatic existence in a distant time and place, and asks the question, how can one woman hope to endure when her life depends upon the stories told by others?General adult.
- Subjects: Electronic books.; Literary; Suspense;
- © 2013., Little, Brown and Company,
- The way of the strangers : encounters with the Islamic State / by Wood, Graeme,author.;
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-305) and index.The definitive book on the distinctive history and psychology of ISIS, based on Wood's unprecedented access to the Islamic State's own recruiters and supporters, and his extensive time reporting throughout the region. Based on interviews with Islamic State members and supporters, Wood delivers a fast-paced, riveting narrative about what the Islamic State wants and how it plans to get it. The true story of the on-the-ground reality of the wealthiest, most infamous jihadist group in our world today. A deep dive into the heart of the Islamic State's apocalyptic worldview, this is a bracing look at this terrorist cult from the people who belong to it, promote it and recruit for it.
- Subjects: IS (Organization); Terrorists; Terrorists; Terrorism; Terrorism;
- Line of duty. [videorecording] / by MacKinnon, Douglas.; Nettheim, Daniel.; Compston, Martin.; Hawes, Keeley,1977-; McClure, Vicky,1983-; Dunbar, Adrian,1958-; Content Television.; RLJ Entertainment.; Acorn Media (Firm);
- Keeley Hawes, Martin Compston, Vicky McClure, Adrian Dunbar, Jessica Raine, Mark Bonnar, Craig Parkinson, Neil Morrissey.The critically acclaimed drama returns for six more riveting episodes. In this season, DC Kate Fleming and DS Steve Arnott of AC-12 investigate the conduct of Sergeant Danny Waldron of the Armed Response Unit.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD, widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital stereophonic.
- Subjects: Television programs.; Police; Police corruption; Police internal investigation;
- For private home use only.
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