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At Home Reader November 2011
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Native American Culture Even as contact with European cultures eroded indigenous lifestyles across North America, many Native American groups found ways to preserve the integrity of their communities through the arts, customs, languages and religious traditions that animate Native American life. Available in regular print only 2011 Adult Nonfiction Book |
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Bateson, Mary Catherine Composing a Further Life: The Age of Active Wisdom Bateson describes an inspiring exploration of a new stage of the life cycle, “Adulthood II.” New, unprecedented levels of health, energy, time and resources mean not withdrawal, but contribution and engagement with others. Also available on compact disc, as an ebook download and as a downloadable audiobook. 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Berry, Steve The Jefferson Key Former Justice Department operative Cotton Malone has hunted priceless treasures and confronted ruthless adversaries around the world. Now, a grave threat to the very foundation of our country has summoned him home to America. Historical fiction. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2011 Adult Fiction Book Other formats available |
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Billerbeck, Kristin A Billion Reasons Why Katie McKenna leads a perfect life. She has a fulfilling job, a cute apartment, and a wedding to plan with her soon-tobe fiance´, Dexter. Then in walks Luc DeForges, her bold, breathtaking ex-boyfriend. Inspirational fiction. Available in paperback and in large print. 2011 Adult Fiction Book Other formats available |
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Calabrese, Frank, Jr. Operation Family Secrets: How a Mobster's Son and the FBI Brought Down Chicago's Murderous Crime Family Calabrese, a former member of a crime syndicate, helped the FBI keep his father in prison for life by testifying against him. He is now in the federal witness protection program. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2011 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Carlson, Melody The Christmas Shoppe The town of Parrish Springs is not ready for Matilda Honeycutt who looks and acts like a gypsy. Nor is it ready for her new junky shop which she opens right before Christmas. Once inside, however, upset residents discover that old memories can bring new life and healing. Inspirational fiction. Available in regular print only 2011 Adult Fiction Book |
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Daheim, Mar All the Pretty Hearses: A Bed-and-Breakfast Mystery When her husband Joe is accused of murdering an insurance fraud suspect, bed-and-breakfast owner and amateur sleuth Judith McMonigle Flynn must prove his innocence. Also available in large print 2011 Adult Fiction Book Other formats available |
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Doiron, Paul Trespasser While on patrol one night, game warden Mike Bowditch receives a call for help. A woman has reportedly struck a deer while driving. When he arrives on the scene, both the driver and the deer have vanished. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2011 Adult Fiction Book Other formats available |
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Edgerton, Clyde The Night Train In 1963, Dwayne Hallston discovers James Brown and wants to perform just like him. Meanwhile, Dwayne’s forbidden black friend Larry, aspiring to play piano like Thelonius Monk, apprentices to a jazz musician. Their mutual passion for music helps as they both try to achieve their dreams. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2011 Adult Fiction Large Print Other formats available |
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Gabrielsson, Eva "There are Things I Want You to Know" About Stieg Larsson and Me This is an intimate inside story of the life of best-selling author Stieg Larsson, written by his lifelong companion.This book is also available in the Russian language. Also available on compact disc 2011 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Kimball, Kristin The Dirty Life: On Farming, Food, and Love A New York City writer discovers the wrenching pleasures of physical work at Essex Farm where she falls deeply in love and learns that good food is at the center of a good life as well as engagement and commitment. Also available on compact disc 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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King, Larry Truth be Told: Off the Record About Favorite Guests, Memorable Moments, Funniest Jokes, and a Half Century of Asking Questions The former CNN host looks back on his fifty-year career, reflecting on how much the world has changed during those years, the famous people he has met, and his own life behind the scenes. Also available in large print 2011 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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McClure, Wendy The Wilder Life: My Adventures in the Lost World of Little House On the Prairie McClure was fascinated with the lifestyle portrayed in the “Little House” series and attempts to recapture her childhood vision of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s world. Also available in large print and as a downloadable audiobook 2011 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Moore, Michael Here Comes Trouble: Stories from My Life Moore breaks the autobiographical mode while he hilariously presents 20 far-ranging, irreverent vignettes from his own life. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2011 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Ohman, Doug Libraries of Minnesota “Libraries of Minnesota” celebrates these architectural icons. Photographer Ohman captures 120 images of this most beloved institution, many of which are Hennepin County libraries. Available in regular print only 2011 Adult Nonfiction Book |
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Osteen, Joel The Christmas Spirit: Memories of Family, Friends, and Faith The popular pastor offers uplifting and inspiring stories of family and friends celebrating faith-based Christmas traditions. Also available on compact disc 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Penny, Louise Bury Your Dead As one of the titles in the “Three Penny” mystery series, this book once again stars Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Montreal police as the protagonist. Using some of the same interesting characters in all of her books, Penny presents a well-developed, complex story which takes place in Quebec. Her writing will appeal to literary fiction and mystery lovers. Reviewed by Sharon B., At Home by Mail patron. Also available in large print, on compact disc and as a downloadable audiobook 2010 Adult Fiction Book Other formats available |
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Redfield, James Twelfth Insight: The Hour of Decision The author of “The Celestine Prophecy" returns with the fictional story of a new wave of religious tolerance and integrity that is now silently arriving worldwide. Also available in large print, on compact disc and as a downloadable audiobook 2011 Adult Fiction Book Other formats available |
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Russell, Mary Doria Doc Ailing Dr. John Henry Holliday goes West to Dodge City to find health. Soon he’s a gambling professional and forms an unlikely friendship with lawman Wyatt Earp. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2011 Adult Fiction Book Other formats available |
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Schiff, Stacy Cleopatra: A Life A must-read for history enthusiasts. Schiff recounts the life of one of the most memorable and elusive women in history with unexpected realism. The author’s research reveals a financially calculating and politically shrewd ruler, rather than the corrupting temptress many recall from Elizabeth Taylor’s movie portrayal. This is hardly a dry textbook read – Cleopatra’s relationship with ancient Rome alone provides suspense. Reviewed by Klara Z., At Home volunteer. Also available in large print, on compact disc and as a downloadable audiobook 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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