Author: Buruma, Ian, author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: 940.53 BURMA
Format: Books
Summary: "An exploration of the nature of collaboration, and all the gray areas between heroism and abject opportunism, through the interwoven stories of three World War II-era collaborators under Nazi and Japanese rule-Kawashima Yoshiko, Felix Kersten, and Friedrich Weinreb"-- "On the face of it, the three characters in this book seem to have little in common--aside from the fact that each committed wartime acts that led some to see them as national heroes, and others as villains. All three were mythmakers, larger-than-life storytellers, for whom the truth was beside the point. Felix Kersten was a plump Finnish pleasure-seeker who became Heinrich Himmler's indispensable personal masseur--Himmler calling him his "magic Buddha." Kersten presented himself after the war as a resistance hero who convinced Himmler to save countless people from mass murder. Kawashima Yoshiko, a gender-fluid Manchu princess, spied for the Japanese secret police in China, and was mythologized by the Japanese as a heroic combination of Mata Hari and Joan of Arc. Friedrich Weinreb was a Hasidic Jew in Holland who took large amounts of money from fellow Jews in an imaginary scheme to save them from deportation, while in fact betraying some of them to the German secret police. Sentenced after the war as a con artist, he was regarded by supporters as the "Dutch Dreyfus." All three figures have been vilified and mythologized, out of a never-ending need, Ian Buruma argues, to see history, and particularly war, and above all World War II, as a neat story of angels and devils. The Collaborators is a fascinating reconstruction of what in fact we can know about these incredible figures and what will always remain out of reach. What emerges is all the more mesmerizing for being painted in chiaroscuro. In times of life-and-death stakes, the truth quickly gets buried under lies and self-deception. Now, when demagogues abroad and at home are assaulting the truth once more, the stories of the collaborators and their lessons are indispensable." -- Amazon.com.
Author: Keller, Julia, author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: 650.14
Format: Books
Summary: "Grit isn't always great. Perseverance doesn't always pay off. In Quitting: A Life Strategy, Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Julia Keller dives into "the neuroscience of nope," and the cultural messaging that drives our reluctance to throw in the towel, to dismantle the myth of perseverance once and for all. Combining reportage from the front lines of scientific research, pop culture, with conversations with people who have made profound change in their own lives and "Permission Slips" to guide readers in their own embrace of quitting, Keller gives readers the rationale and confidence they need to pull the plug and shape their own lives without fear--at work, at home, in our relationships, and beyond"--
Author: Wilkerson, Isabel, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: Y 305.5122 WILKERSON
Format: Books
Summary: "This work is based on Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, copyright ©2020. Originally published in the United States in hardcover by Random House, an imprint and division of Penguin Random House LLC , New York, in 2020"--
Author: Wilborn, Tammy L., author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 331.4 WILBORN
Format: Books
Summary: "Black and brown women have been making profound strides in leadership and professional achievement, despite facing the added hurdles of both sexism and racism in the workplace. But so often, excelling at work comes at the expense of their wellness: the chronic stressors and demands on Black women can result in negative physical health outcomes such as sleep disturbance, hypertension, and diabetes, and negative mental health outcomes including anxiety and depression. We cannot talk about career advancement for Black and brown women without talking about strategies that promote their total wellbeing. Playing a New Game offers women a new way forward, in which ambition and wellness can not only coexist, but bolster each other. With insights from her 20 years of professional counseling experience and extensive research, mental health expert Dr. Tammy Wilborn expands the dialogue on BIPOC women's experiences of race and gender stereotypes at work, exploring them as a wellness issue. Through her evidence-based best practices that promote self-care and self-empowerment as necessary tools for professional success, Black and brown women can flip the script by prioritizing their wellness even as they advance professionally"--
Author: Victoria, Emily, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: Y VICTORIA
Format: Books
Summary: "Eight years ago, everything changed for Devlin: Her country was attacked. Her father was killed. And her mother became the Whisperer of Aris, the head of the spies, retreating into her position away from everyone... even her daughter. Joining the spy ranks herself, Dev sees her mother only when receiving assignments. She wants more, but she understands the peril their country, Aris, is in. The malevolent magic force of The Mists is swallowing Aris's edges, their country is vulnerable to another attack from their wealthier neighbor, and the magic casters who protect them from both are burning out. Dev has known strength and survival her whole life, but with a dangerous new assignment of infiltrating the royal court of their neighbor country Cerena to steal the magic they need, she learns that not all that glitters is weak. And not all stories are true"--
Published: 2022
Call Number: 133.58
Format: Books
Summary: Geared to book lovers, this literary exploration of astrology offers a new take on reading an individual's sign, helping readers gain more insight into their own personal life and their favorite books and opening a whole new world. "Reading the Stars is where your favorite books, authors, and characters meet astrology, answering key questions: What should you read based on the cosmos? Do you and your favorite fictional characters share the same sign? What about authors? And what does that mean for you? Open up a whole new world of astrology with this literary exploration!"--Back cover.
Author: Pappé, Ilan, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 956
Format: Books
Summary: More than a quarter of the world's population live in the Middle East and South Asia, yet our knowledge and understanding of the region is often limited to news updates about the latest conflicts and crises. This edition of the annually updated volume of the World Today Series provides important insights that take the reader beyond the headlines. It offers detailed and up-to-date information about the politics, economies and societies of the twenty-four states that make up the region. Contemporary events are placed in their historical context, through an examination of major civilizations and key historical events. This volume introduces major themes that have shaped the region, including the struggles of ordinary people to achieve democratic rights; the role of oil in shaping society; burgeoning environmental threats; and the rise and fall of the Islamic State caliphate. While there is reason for optimism in regards to the Middle East and South Asia, this is tempered by the very real challenges that confront the region. The general reader will gain an understanding of these challenges and opportunities through an exploration of current and past developments.
Author: Nekbakhtshoev, Navruz, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 947
Format: Books
Summary: "The World Today Series: Russia and Eurasia deals with twelve sovereign states that became independent following the collapse of the Soviet Union in December 1991. Approximately one-third of the book is devoted to Russia. The remainder of the book is comprised of separate chapters on Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. The text focuses heavily on recent economic and political developments within these twelve states. Each country chapter offers descriptions and overviews of the respective governmental institutions, key leaders, civil society dynamics, and economic conditions within each state. It supplements this focus with shorter sections dealing with historical developments, demographics, foreign policy, and cultural elements. Each chapter concludes with brief projections of future developments within each state. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail along with its informed projections make this an outstanding resource for students, researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, and potential investors." --back cover.
Author: Matlin, Jenna, 1977- author. Kurtz, Laura, editor.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 133.32
Format: Books
Summary: "For people who already or would like to begin reading tarot for others, advice on how to handle yourself and the querent, including common issues that come up. Includes anecdotes, example readings, and spreads"--
Author: Davidson, Eric A., author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 333.72
Format: Books
Summary: "This book presents the scientific underpinnings needed to achieve the ambitious environmental, economic, and social justice goals of a green new deal. It describes a convergence of the natural sciences, economics, social sciences, and the engagement of diverse groups of stakeholders to seek knowledge, policies, and solutions leading to a more sustainable, prosperous, and just future"--
Author: Schneider, Bonnie, author.
Published: 2022 2021
Call Number: 304.25
Format: Books
Summary: "Meteorologist and Peabody Award-winning journalist Bonnie Schneider looks at how climate change is already threatening our mental and physical health and offers helpful tips to tackle these challenges"--
Author: Philip, Neil, editor.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 398.2
Format: Books
Summary: "This is a golden treasury of over one hundred English folktales captured in the form they were first collected in past centuries. Read these classic tales as they would have been told when storytelling was a living art--when the audience believed in boggarts and hobgoblins, local witches and will-o'-the-wisps, ghosts and giants, cunning foxes and royal frogs. Find "Jack the Giantkiller", "Tom Tit Tot" and other quintessentially English favourites, alongside interesting borrowings, such as an English version of the Grimms' "Little Snow White"--as well as bedtime frighteners, including "Captain Murderer", as told to Charles Dickens by his childhood nurse. Neil Philip has provided a full introduction and source notes on each story that illustrate each tale's journey from mouth to page, and what has happened to them on the way. These tales rank among the finest English short stories of all time in their richness of metaphor and plot and their great verbal dash and daring" --Amazon.com.
Author: Law School Admission Council, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 340.076
Format: Books
Summary: "For Official LSAT prep practice at an unbelievable price, you can't beat The New Official LSAT TriplePrep series--the first TestPrep series of its kind! Each book includes 3 previously administered LSATs with 3 scored sections each, an answer key for each test, 3 writing samples, and score-conversion tables." --Law School Admission Council.
Author: Kingsnorth, Simon, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 658.872
Format: Books
Summary: "Build an effective and practical digital strategy with this bestselling guide to digital marketing, covering everything from automation and analytics to integrating AI. Digital Marketing Strategy is a global bestseller, and a one-stop guide to digital marketing and how to structure and build a more strategic approach. Recommended by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), a professional marketing body. Now fully updated, this third edition covers the integration of AI in marketing, marketing automation and how to use digital analytical tools, plus new strategies for third-party data and privacy protection. Digital Marketing Strategy will show you how to effectively select, align and manage digital channels and operations, to streamline a winning digital marketing strategy for measurable, optimized results. Learn from real-world case studies including Coca-Cola, MoneySupermarket.com, Bloom & Wild, Airbnb, Adidas, Uber so you can view best-practice examples so you can build your own digital marketing strategy. Accompanying online resources consist of practical implementation guides spanning SEO, paid-search, email, lead-generation, as well as lecture slides and activity sheets. This is an invaluable guide for digital marketing students and entry-level to mid-management professionals"--
Author: Moen, Erika, 1983- author. Nolan, Matthew (Comic book artist), author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: Y 306.7 MOEN
Format: Books
Summary: "A graphic novel about sex, sexuality, gender, body, consent, and many other topics for teens"--
Author: Twain, Mark, 1835-1910, author.
Published: 2020 1869
Call Number: 910
Format: Books
Summary: Set in 1867, The Innocents Abroad is a travel book that follows a group of Americans from New York City to the renowned Holy Land. Throughout the journey, author Mark Twain uses humor and wit to make astute observations about the diverse people and legendary locales. Described as the Great Pleasure Excursion, Twain and his traveling companions visit some of the most illustrious cities in the world. They make stops in Italy, France, and Greece as well as modern-day Israel and Ukraine. With each trip, the author notes the contrast between expectation and reality. He critiques the misrepresentation of cultural sites and events with notable irony and disillusion. The retelling of a worldly expedition through an American lens made 'The Innocents Abroad' a massive commercial success. It's one Twain's best-selling books and became a staple within the travel genre. Readers will thoroughly enjoy the author's enlightening take on the Old World and public perception.
Author: Grimm, Jacob, 1785-1863, author. Grimm, Wilhelm, 1786-1859, author. Rackham, Arthur, 1867-1939, illustrator.
Published: 2020 2013
Call Number: 398.2
Format: Books
Summary: Featuring 211 classic tales from the Brothers Grimm, including favorites such as "Hansel and Gretel," "Cinderella," "The Frog Prince," "Rapunzel," "Snow White," and "Rumpelstiltskin," The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales is accompanied by 40 colour plates and 60 black-and-white illustrations from award-winning English illustrator Arthur Rackham, whose books and prints are now highly sought-after collectibles
Author: Scheps, Swain, author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: 306.482
Format: Books
Summary: Sports Betting For Dummies will cover the basics, as well as delving into more nuanced topics. You'll find all the need-to-know information on types of bets, statistics, handicapping fundamentals, money management and betting on the internet. "Sports betting combines America's national pastime (sports) with its national passion (gambling). In the U.S., more than a third of the population bets on at least one sporting event every year. With the recent lifting of the federal ban on sports gambling, states are pushing legislation to take advantage of the new potential source of revenue" --
Author: Berry, Lucinda, author.
Published: 2019
Call Number: F BERRY
Format: Books
Summary: "Kate Bennett vanished from a parking lot eleven years ago, leaving behind her husband and young daughter. When she shows up at a Montana gas station, clutching an infant and screaming for help, investigators believe she may have been abducted by a cult. Kate's return flips her family's world upside down--her husband is remarried, and her daughter barely remembers her. Kate herself doesn't look or act like she did before. While the family tries to help Kate reintegrate into society, they discover truths they've been hiding from each other about their own relationships. But they aren't the only ones with secrets..."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Toews, Miriam, 1964- author.
Published: 2019 2018
Call Number: LP F TOEWS
Format: Large print
Summary: Between 2005 and 2009, in a remote religious Mennonite colony, over a hundred girls and women were knocked unconscious and raped, often repeatedly, by what many thought were ghosts or demons, as a punishment for their sins. As the women tentatively began to share the details of the attacks -- waking up sore and bleeding and not understanding why -- their stories were chalked up to 'wild female imagination.' Women Talking is an imagined response to these real events. Eight women, all illiterate, without any knowledge of the world outside their colony and unable even to speak the language of the country they live in, meet secretly in a hayloft with the intention of making a decision about how to protect themselves and their daughters from future harm. They have two days to make a plan, while the men of the colony are away in the city attempting to raise enough money to bail out the rapists (not ghosts as it turns out but local men) and bring them home. How should we live? How should we love? How should we treat one another? How should we organize our societies? These are questions the women in Women Talking ask one another.
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