Ameritopia : the unmaking of America
Levin, Mark R. (Mark Reed), 1957-
New York : Threshold Editions, c2012.
320.97301 LEV
The nationally syndicated radio host explores the philosophical basis
of America's foundations as well as the crises facing government today.
Anti-aging cures : life changing secrets to reverse the effects of aging: your key to the real fountain of youth
Forsythe, James, 1938-
New York : Vanguard Press, c2011.
612.6 FOR
In this book, medical oncologist Dr. Forsythe, one of the world's
leading anti-aging experts, reveals how to slow and even reverse the
aging
process. Based on meticulously researched clinical evidence, this book
provides
an account of revolutionary anti-aging treatments that can prevent the
health
conditions associated with getting older.
The beauty and the sorrow : an intimate history of the First World War
Englund, Peter, 1957-
New York : Alfred A. Knopf, c2011.
940.3092 ENG
Englund examines the history of World War I through the experiences of
the average man and woman-- not only the tragedy and horror but also the
absurdity and even, at times, the beauty. In a brilliant mosaic of
perspectives
that moves between the home front and the front lines, he reconstructs
the
feelings, impressions, experiences, and shifting spirits of twenty
particular
people, allowing them to speak not only for themselves but also for all
those
who were in some way shaped by the war, but whose voices have been
forgotten,
rejected, or simply remained unheard.
Being George Washington : the indispensable man, as you've never seen him
Beck, Glenn.
New York : Threshold Editions/Mercury Radio Arts, c2011.
B WASHINGTON
Combines biography and George Washington's writings with the author's
own insights and comments to assert that Washington's beliefs and
values are especially important to remember as the 2012 election
approaches.
Best Resumes for College Students and New Grads : Jump-start Your Career!
Kursmark, Louise.
St. Paul, MN : Jist Publishing, c2012.
650.14 KUR
Includes descriptions of skills and attributes that are valuable in the
workplace, answers to common questions, expert advice that is relevant
in
today's hiring market, and features a showcase of high-quality resumes
and cover
letters prepared by professional resume writers all written for college
students
or new graduates. This comprehensive resource is appropriate for diverse
college
majors, both undergraduate and graduate, as well as for students seeking
internships and co-op jobs while still in school. New for this edition :
new
chapter on using social media and other online resources in job search
and
career management ; updated resumes.
Brandwashed : tricks companies use to manipulate our minds and persuade us to buy
Lindstrom, Martin, 1970-
New York : Crown Business, c2011.
658.8 LIN
Bread is the devil : win the weight loss battle by taking control of your diet demons
Bauer, Heather.
New York : St. Martin's Press, 2012.
613.2 BAU
"Stop mindlessly inhaling the breadbasket and stop shoveling in the M&M'S-Bread
is the Devil is the solution to all of our diet saboteurs. Nutritionist Heather
Bauer can count on the fingers of one hand the number of her clients who don't
already know what they should eat to lose weight. So why can't they (and their
best friend and their neighbor) lose weight? Because Bread is the Devil! Yes,
that's Bauer's shorthand for the inevitable, demonic pull that certain bad
habits exert on people who try to change their eating routines to drop the
pounds.
Buy high, sell higher : why buy-and-hold is dead and other investing lessons from CNBC's "The Liquidator"
Terranova, Joe.
New York : Business Plus, c2012.
332.6 TER
The chief market strategist for Virtus Investment Partners and a
regular on CNBC's "Fast Money" series shows investors how to move away
from the
old, broken buy-low/sell-high investment model and still build a winning
portfolio.
Children come first : mediation, not litigation when marriage ends
Irving, Howard H.
Toronto, Ont. : Dundurn Press, c2011.
306.89 IRV
The complete allergy-free comfort foods cookbook : every recipe is free of gluten, dairy, soy, nuts, and eggs
Gordon, Elizabeth, 1976-
Guilford, Conn. : Lyons Press, c2012.
641.5 GOR
This book brings such time-honored foods and flavors back into the lives of those with the most common food allergies and
sensitivities those with celiac disease or lactose and/or soy intolerance,
and those following a gluten-free or casein-free diet, as well as those allergic
to eggs and/or nuts. Its more than 100 delicious recipes are easy enough to make
any night of the week. They include: Banana Bread, Buffalo Wings, Chicken Soft
Tacos, Shredded Pork Sandwiches, Risotto Primavera, Pizza, Rosemary Smashed
Potatoes, Twinkies, and Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Cottage : America's favorite home inside and out
Connolly, M. Caren.
Newtown, CT : Taunton Press, c2005.
728.3709 CON
December 1941 : 31 days that changed America and saved the world
Shirley, Craig.
Nashville, TN : Thomas Nelson, c2011.
940.53 SHI
December 1941 traces, day-by-day, the most important 31 days in the history of
America's participation in WWII, which snuffed out the lives of millions and
changed history forever.
Design in nature : how the constructal law governs evolution in
biology, physics, technology, and social organization
Bejan, Adrian, 1948-
New York : Doubleday, c2012.
500 BEJ
Reveals how recurring patterns in nature are accounted for by a single
governing principle of physics, explaining how all designs in the world
from biological life to inanimate systems evolve in a sequence of
ever-improving
designs that facilitate flow.
Elizabeth the Queen : the life of a modern monarch
Smith, Sally Bedell, 1948-
New York : Random House, c2012.
B ELIZABETH II
Drawing on numerous interviews and never-before-revealed documents,
acclaimed biographer Sally Bedell Smith pulls back the curtain to show
in
intimate detail the public and private lives of Queen Elizabeth II, who
has led
her country and Commonwealth through the wars and upheavals of the last
sixty
years with unparalleled composure, intelligence, and grace.
The end of illness
Agus, David, 1965-
New York : Free Press, 2012, c2011.
613 AGU
From one of the world's foremost physicians and researchers, a monumental work
that radically redefines our conventional conceptions of health and illness to
offer new methods for living a long, healthy life. e activities.
Heart 411 : the only guide to heart health you'll ever need
Gillinov, Marc.
New York : Three Rivers Press, c2012.
616.1 GIL
Heaven : our enduring fascination with the afterlife
Miller, Lisa.
New York : Harper Perennial, 2011, c2010.
202.3 MIL
A groundbreaking and accessible history of heaven--from the earliest biblical
conceptions of the afterlife to the theologians who frame our understandings, to
the convictions and perceptions of everyday people. Drawing on history and
popular culture, biblical research and everyday beliefs, religion journalist
Lisa Miller offers a new understanding of one of the most cherished ideals of
spiritual life.
I got this : how I changed my ways and lost what weighed me down
Hudson, Jennifer, 1981-
New York : Dutton, c2012.
B HUDSON
Relates the story of the author's meteoric rise from "American Idol" to
"Dreamgirls" to her weight loss where she embraced a healthy lifestyle
and
lost more than eighty pounds.
Inside Apple : how America's most admired-and secretive-company really works
Lashinsky, Adam.
New York : Business Plus, c2012.
338.7 LAS
An analysis of the systems, tactics, and leadership strategies that have
contributed to Apple's successes profiles such practices as the direct
accountability of employees and shares insider perspectives on Apple's
plans
after the loss of Steve Jobs.
iPhone in easy steps
Provan, Drew, 1955-
Southam : In Easy Steps, c2011.
621.3845 PRO
Provides information on using an iPhone, covering such topics as set up,
buttons and screens, using it as a telephone, messages, audio, video,
photography, applications, the Internet, e-mail, accessibility, and
troubleshooting.
Love karma : use your intuition to find, create, and nurture love in your life
Margolis, Char.
New York : Sterling Ethos, c2011.
131 MAR
"Renowned psychic Char Margolis shows you how to... awaken your own
psychic intuition, send out the right kind of energy to attract a mate,
assess a
developing relationship, use compromise, vulnerability, and forgiveness
to solve
problems, understand how to reach your love once he as "crossed over,"
and more"
--P. [4] of cover.
Mastering skateboarding
Welinder, Per.
Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2012.
796.22 WEL
Whether you ride street or vert, competitive or recreational, this
title brings you the techniques and tricks used by the skateboarding
pros. It
provides coverage of skateboarding equipment, including how to select
the
components that work best for you and how to build and tune a board that
fits
your individual riding style.
Mayo Clinic healthy heart for life!: the Mayo Clinic plan for
preventing and conquering heart disease
New York : Time Home Entertainment Inc, c2012.
616.1 MAY
Provides up-to-date, clinically proven information that addresses the
key causes of heart disease and provides clear, actionable advice in an
easy
-to follow format.
More room in a broken heart : the true adventures of Carly Simon
Davis, Stephen, 1947-
New York : Gotham Books, c2012.
B SIMON
The first full-length biography of Carly Simon, from an acclaimed music
journalist who has known her for decades. Carly Simon has won two
Grammys
and an Academy Award, and her albums have sold more than forty million
copies.
The Mormon people : the making of an American faith
Bowman, Matthew Burton.
New York : Random House, c2012.
289.309 BOW
With Mormonism on the verge of an unprecedented cultural and political
breakthrough, an eminent scholar of American evangelicalism explores
the history and reflects on the future of this native-born American
faith and
its connection to the life of the nation.
A nation of moochers : America's addiction to getting something for nothing
Sykes, Charles J., 1954-
New York : St. Martin's Press, c2012.
361.6 SYK
Nixon's darkest secrets : the inside story of America's most troubled president
Fulsom, Don.
New York : Thomas Dunne Books/St. Martin's Press, c2012.
973.924092 FUL
The Obamas
Kantor, Jodi, 1975-
New York : Little, Brown & Co., c2012.
920 KAN
Explores the Obama family's transition into the White House, capturing
the emotions and personalities beneath the public facade as the
president and the First Lady deal with their new roles.
One click : Jeff Bezos and the rise of Amazon.com
Brandt, Richard L.
New York : Portfolio/Penguin, c2011.
B BEZOS
An insightful look at how Amazon really works and how its founder and CEO makes
it happen.
The operators : the wild and terrifying inside story of America's war
in Afghanistan
Hastings, Michael, 1980-
New York : Blue Rider Press, c2012.
958 HAS
The contributing editor of "Rolling Stone" whose uncensored article
"The Runaway General" led to the resignation of General Stanley
McChrystal
provides a behind-the-scenes account of the United States' involvement
in
Afghanistan.
Pity the billionaire : the hard-times swindle and the unlikely comeback of the Right
Frank, Thomas, 1965-
New York : Metropolitan Books / Henry Holt and Company, c2012.
973.932 FRA
From the bestselling author of "What's the Matter with Kansas?" comes a
wonderfully insightful and sardonic look at why the worst economy since
the 1930s has brought about the revival of conservatism. Frank examines
the
peculiar mechanism by which dire economic circumstances have delivered
wildly
unexpected political results.
The real Elizabeth : an intimate portrait of Queen Elizabeth II
Marr, Andrew.
New York : Henry Holt, c2012.
B ELIZABETH II
Explores the private character of the queen behind her public persona,
covering the circumstances of her early coronation, her relationship
with international heads of state, and her struggles with family
challenges.
Renoir
: his life and works in 500 Images : a study of the artist, his life
and context with 500 images and a gallery showing 300 of his most iconic
paintings
Hodge, Susie, 1960-
[London] : Lorenz Books, c2011.
709 REN
A reference book on the life and works of the influential impressionist
artist, Pierre-Auguste Renoir. It includes an exploration of the
artist's personal life, education, artistic influences and historical
context at
a time when the Impressionist style was still developing. It also
features a
gallery of Renoir's work in 300 pictures. : Avalon Travel Publishing, 2006-
914.204 STE
Simply divine : a guide to easy, elegant, and affordable entertaining
Vanderpump, Lisa.
Philadelphia, PA : Running Press, c2011.
642 VAN
Smart trust : creating prosperity, energy and joy in a low-trust world
Covey, Stephen M. R.
New York : Free Press, c2012.
174 COV
Counsels professionals on how to promote trustworthy relationships in a
time of extreme distrust, sharing examples about individuals, teams,
and
organizations that have reaped the benefits of establishing trust in
their
business dealings.
Stephen Hawking : an unfettered mind
Ferguson, Kitty.
New York : Palgrave Macmillan, c2012.
B HAWKING
Throw
them all out : how politicians and their friends get rich off insider
stock tips, land deals, and cronyism that would send the rest of us to
prison
Schweizer, Peter, 1964-
Boston, MA : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, c2011.
364.1 SCH
Examines corrupt practices in United States politics, from members of
Congress basing stock trades on privileged information to earmarking
bills to
improve personal real estate holdings to campaign contributors receiving
federal
grants.
The
ultimate encyclopedia of caged and aviary birds : a practical
family reference guide to keeping pet birds, with expert advice on
buying,
understanding, breeding and exhibiting birds
Alderton, David, 1956-
London : Southwater, 2011.
636.68 ALD
Weight Watchers one pot cookbook
Hoboken, NJ : Wiley, c2012.
641.821 WEI
Features more than 300 delectable dishes that can be made in a single pot.
Worth fighting for : love, loss and moving forward
Niemi, Lisa.
New York : Atria Books, c2012.
B SWAYZE
The wife of the late Patrick Swayze presents an account of grief, loss,
care giving and moving on while sharing stories about their final months
together and discussing their teenage romance, dance careers, and
thirty-four-
year marriage.
You
are not so smart : why you have too many friends on Facebook, why your
memory is mostly fiction, and 46 other ways you're deluding yourself
McRaney, David.
New York : Gotham Books, c2011.
153.4 MCR
You believe you are a rational, logical being who sees the world as it
really is, but journalist David McRaney is here to tell you that you're
as
deluded as the rest of us. But that's OK- delusions keep us sane. You
Are Not So
Smart is a celebration of self-delusion. It's like a psychology class,
with all
the boring parts taken out, and with no homework.