Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions

These are books and media new to the library and cataloged by the Inyo County Free Library.

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Tox-sick: from toxic to not sick

By Somers, Suzanne

Publishing Date: [2015]

Classification: 600

Call Number: 613.1 SOM

"Women's health pioneer and beloved bestselling phenomenon Suzanne Somers aims to provide readers with an arsenal of solutions for thriving, not just surviving in an increasingly toxic world. Suzanne interviews cutting-edge doctors in the fields of environmental medicine and integrative health, providing a clear identification of the core reasons we're so 'tox-sick' as well as a whole-life plan for detoxifying your body, home, and life for optimal health, weight, and living"--

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Spring chicken: stay young forever (or die trying)

By Gifford, Bill

Publishing Date: 2015

Classification: 600

Call Number: 613.2 GIF

Offers a broad examination of the subject of longevity, looking at the current scientific understanding of aging, as well as simple things people can do to promote longevity and common myths, misconceptions, and scams on the subject.

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Healing yourself with foot reflexology: all-natural relief for dozens of ailments

By Carter, Mildred

Publishing Date: c1997

Classification: 600

Call Number: 615.822 CAR

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On the move: a life

By Sacks, Oliver W.

Publishing Date: 2015

Classification: 600

Call Number: 616.8 SAC

Physician and writer Oliver Sacks recounts his experiences as a young neurologist; his physical passions--weight lifting and swimming; his love affairs, both romantic and intellectual; his guilt over leaving his family to come to America; his bond with his schizophrenic brother; and the writers and scientists--Thom Gunn, A. R. Luria, W. H. Auden, Gerald M. Edelman, Francis Crick--who influenced him.

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The evil hours: a biography of post-traumatic stress disorder

By Morris, David J.

Publishing Date: 2015

Classification: 600

Call Number: 616.8521 MOR

"In the tradition of The Emperor of All Maladies and The Noonday Demon, a moving, eye-opening exploration of PTSD. Just as polio loomed over the 1950s, and AIDS stalked the 1980s and '90s, posttraumatic stress disorder haunts us in the early years of the twenty-first century. Over a decade into the United States' "global war on terror," PTSD afflicts as many as 30 percent of the conflict's veterans. But the disorder's reach extends far beyond the armed forces. In total, some twenty-seven million Americans are believed to be PTSD survivors. Yet to many of us, the disorder remains shrouded in mystery, secrecy, and shame.Now, David J. Morris -- a war correspondent, former Marine, and PTSD sufferer himself -- has written the essential account of this illness. Through interviews with individuals living with PTSD, forays into the scientific, literary, and cultural history of the illness, and memoir, Morris crafts a moving work that will speak not only to those with the condition and to their loved ones, but also to all of us struggling to make sense of an anxious and uncertain time"--

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Constructing the self, constructing America: a cultural history of psychotherapy

By Cushman, Philip

Publishing Date: c1995

Classification: 600

Call Number: 616.89 CUS

In this unsettling study, historian and psychotherapist Cushman maintains that each epoch produces a distinct configuration of the self: the "nondeep, horizontal, inclusive'' self of the ancient Greeks; the communal self of the Hebrews, a partner with God; the crusading medieval Christian self, container for the immortal soul; etc. In modern times, the "empty self,'' marked by a pervasive sense of personal hollowness, is committed to self-liberation through consumption. Cushman, who teaches at the California School of Professional Psychiatry and the Saybrook Institute, argues that psychotherapy, permeated by the ethos of self-contained individualism, unknowingly reinforces the isolated, status quo-oriented empty self. After reviewing the theories of Freud, Jung, Harry Stack Sullivan, Melanie Klein and Donald Winnicott, he urges therapists to acknowledge the importance of moral discourse with the patient and to adopt a perspective that recognizes the individual's links to society. This dense yet rewarding study delves into mental asylums, maladies of Victorian women, African American minstrel shows, mesmerism and advertising campaigns. (Mar.) Copyright 1995 Cahners Business Information.

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The boy in the moon: a father's journey to understand his extraordinary son

By Brown, Ian

Publishing Date: 2011

Classification: 600

Call Number: 618.92 BRO

Ian Brown's son, Walker, was born with a genetic mutation so rare that doctors call it an orphan syndrome: at most, three hundred people around the world live with it. At thirteen, Walker is still in diapers: he is globally delayed, he can't speak, and he has to wear cuffs on both arms so he won't constantly hit himself. He will require constant care for the rest of his life. The boy in the moon tells the story of one frail boy and the tiny constellation of people who love and care for him. From this intimate perspective, Ian Brown opens out a profound meditation on what life is worth, and what it means for all of us.

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Stuff matters: exploring the marvelous materials that shape our manmade world

By Miodownik, Mark

Publishing Date: 2014

Classification: 600

Call Number: 620.11 MIO

"Why is glass see-through? What makes elastic stretchy? Why does a paperclip bend? Why does any material look and behave the way it does?With clarity and humor, world-leading materials scientist Mark Miodownik answers all the questions you've ever had about your pens, spoons, and razor blades, while also introducing a whole world full of materials you've never even heard of: the diamond five times the size of Earth; concrete cloth that can be molded into any shape; and graphene, the thinnest, strongest, stiffest material in existence--only a single atom thick.Stuff Matters tells enthralling stories that explain the science and history of materials. From the teacup to the jet engine, the silicon chip to the paper clip, the plastic in our appliances to the elastic in our underpants, Miodownik reveals the miracles of engineering that permeate our lives. As engaging as it is incisive, Stuff Matters will make you see the materials that surround you with new eyes"--

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Rust: the longest war

By Waldman, Jonathan

Publishing Date: 2015

Classification: 600

Call Number: 620.1122 WAL

An environmental journalist traces the historical war against rust, revealing how rust-related damage costs more than all other natural disasters combined and how it is combated by industrial workers, the government, universities, and everyday people.

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The Wright brothers

By McCullough, David G.

Publishing Date: 2015

Classification: 600

Call Number: 629.13 MCC

"As he did so brilliantly in THE GREAT BRIDGE and THE PATH BETWEEN THE SEAS, David McCullough once again tells a dramatic story of people and technology, this time about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly, Wilbur and Orville Wright"--Provided by publisher.

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Saving the season: a cook's guide to home canning, pickling, and preserving

By West, Kevin

Publishing Date: 2013

Classification: 600

Call Number: 641.4 WES

A stylish, richly illustrated, practical guide for home cooks and preserving enthusiasts, the first cookbook from journalist Kevin West, author of the popular blog Savingtheseason.com.

The cook's book of ingredients

Publishing Date: 2013

Classification: 600

Call Number: 641.5

A kitchen companion featuring photographs of fruit and vegetables, rare meats, exotic spices and flavorings, all available in local supermarkets, includes expert information on which varieties are the best, and how to buy, store, prepare and eat them. - (Baker & Taylor)

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Real simple: the organized home

By Cronstrom, Kendell

Publishing Date: c2004

Classification: 600

Call Number: 648.8 CRO

Real Simple the Organized Home, the new book from Real Simple magazine, is a practical, inspirational guide to streamlining your home and creating a more peaceful and productive life in the process. Whether it inspires a fine-tuning or a complete makeover, this lush hardcover book has something for everyone. Building upon the incomparable world of the magazine, it provides valuable step-by-step advice on everything from organizing kitchen shelves and cleaning the refrigerator to setting up a versatile living room and creating a peaceful bedroom. A celebration of the liberating pleasure that comes from a clean, well-organized living space, Real Simple The Organized Home will help readers find the time for the things that really matter-making it the perfect gift for anyone who wants to do a little and live a lot.

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The new Dare to discipline

By Dobson, James C.

Publishing Date: c1992

Classification: 600

Call Number: 649.64 DOB

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The doing good model: activate your goodness in business

By Arison, Shari

Publishing Date: [2015]

Classification: 600

Call Number: 658.408 ARI

"There is now proof that business and philanthropy form a powerful platform for positive change. Shari Arison has shown this through her leadership in over three decades of philanthropy and 15 years of running her own global business, the Arison Group. In her previous New York Times bestseller, Activate Your Goodness, Shari revealed the ways doing good enriches the lives of individuals and those around them. Now in her new book, The Doing Good Model, Shari's vision and insights have been applied to the corporate world to illustrate how everyone benefits when companies value people and the planet alongside profit. Learning about the 13 values within The Doing Good Model will enable business owners to rethink their impact on every level, from the individual, all the way through to our collective well-being. The Doing Good Model is a guide that will enable you to infuse your business with the power of doing good. And more than that, it's a call to action for business owners, leaders, and employees in all industries across the world to become agents for change. Companies of any size can benefit from Shari's vision. Her sustainable values-based business model can easily be introduced and implemented in any organization. It's time to revitalize modern business for the good of humanity. Let The Doing Good Model open your eyes and become a catalyst for corporate transformation. "--

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The soul of a tree: a woodworker's reflections

By Nakashima, George

Publishing Date: 1981

Classification: 600

Call Number: 684.104 NAK

A woodworker and architectural designer describes the tools, materials and techniques he uses to build fine furniture, and explains his philosophy of woodworking - (Baker & Taylor)

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