Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
November 2020 - December 2020
These are books and media new to the library and cataloged by the Inyo County Free Library.
Additional information about each title can be found in the catalog (click on the title). For older acquisition lists choose from Select another list. To request any of these titles please contact your local library branch.
Election manipulation: is America's voting system secure By Allen, John Publishing Date: [2020] Classification: JNF Call Number: J324 ALL "In a democracy that prides itself on free and fair elections, it is vital that American citizens not lose faith in the integrity of the election. Experts say federal and state governments must approach the threat of election interference with more urgency. Better communication is needed to warn campaigns and election officials when hacking is detected. Social media companies must take steps to eliminate fake news and deceptive ads. More money must be spent to shore up the nation's voting system"-- |
Finish the fight: the brave and revolutionary women who fought for the right to vote By Chambers, Veronica Publishing Date: [2020] Classification: JNF Call Number: J324.6 CHA "Who was at the forefront of women's right to vote? We know a few famous names, like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, but what about so many others from diverse backgrounds--black, Asian, Latinx, Native American, and more--who helped lead the fight for suffrage? On the hundredth anniversary of the historic win for women's rights, it's time to celebrate the names and stories of the women whose stories have yet to be told."-- |
By Messner, Kate Publishing Date: [2020] Classification: JNF Call Number: J324.6 MES "Myths about the history of women's rights in the US--focusing on the ratification of the 19th Amendment--are debunked; the real deal of what happened is explained"-- |
Miss Paul and the president: the creative campaign for women's right to vote By Robbins, Dean Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J324.6 ROB "The story of suffragette Alice Paul and her campaign to win women the right to vote"-- |
Fight of the century: Alice Paul battles Woodrow Wilson for the vote By Rosenstock, Barb Publishing Date: [2020] Classification: JNF Call Number: J324.6 ROS "This fight determines whether the women of the United States can vote, folks. The winner changes the country forever."--Back cover. |
Flight for freedom: the Wetzel family's daring escape from East Germany By Fulton, Kristen Publishing Date: [2020] Classification: JNF Call Number: J325 FUL "Many people attempted daring escapes over the Berlin Wall, and most failed, giving their lives for the hope of freedom. This is the true story of one child, Peter Wetzel, and his family's daring escape from East Berlin to West Berlin via handmade hot air balloon in 1979"-- |
By Chambers, Veronica Publishing Date: [2020] Classification: JNF Call Number: J328.73 CHA "A picture book biography celebrating the life and contributions of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman in Congress, who sought the Democratic nomination to be the president of the United States"-- |
By Jopp, Kelsey Publishing Date: 2020 Classification: JNF Call Number: J328.73 JOP "Describes the life and career of U.S. Senator Kamala Harris, including her early life, career as a prosecutor and California's attorney general, time in the U.S. Senate, and 2020 presidential campaign. Includes fun facts as well as a "Making an Impact" special feature"-- |
Mother Jones and her army of Mill Children By Winter, Jonah Publishing Date: [2015] Classification: JNF Call Number: J331 WIN A stunning picture book about Mary "Mother" Jones and the 100 children who marched from Philadelphia to New York in a fiery protest against child labor. Here's the inspiring story of the woman who raised her voice and fist to protect kids' childhoods and futures-- and changed America forever. Mother Jones is MAD, and she wants you to be MAD TOO, and stand up for what's right! Told in first-person, New York Times bestelling author, Jonah Winter, and acclaimed illustrator, Nancy Carpenter, share the incredible story of Mother Jones, an Irish immigrant who was essential in the fight to create child labor laws. Well into her sixties, Mother Jones had finally had enough of children working long hours in dangerous factory jobs, and decided she was going to do something about it. The powerful protests she organized earned her the name "the most dangerous woman in America." And in the Children's Crusade of 1903, she lead one hundred boys and girls on a glorious march from Philadelphia right to the front door of President Theodore Roosevelt's Long Island home. Open this beautiful and inspiring picture book to learn more about this feminist icon and how she inspired thousands to make change. - (Random House, Inc.) |
Careers if you like working with your hands By Allman, Toney Publishing Date: [2020] Classification: JNF Call Number: J331.702 ALL 'With so many career possibllities, how does one decide which path to follow? One way is to focus on the things we like to do. Problem solvers might thrive as cybersecurity analysts or biomedical engineers and people who lke social interaction might enjoy social work or sales. The 'Career Exploration' series profiles a variety of jobs and career fields that are well-suited to particular interests."--back cover. |
NEW RELEASE Cryptocurrencies and the blockchain revolution: Bitcoin and beyond By January, Brendan Publishing Date: [2021] Classification: JNF Call Number: J332.4 JAN "When Bitcoin was first released in January 2009, each digital coin was worth only a few pennies. A single Bitcoin is now valued at over ten thousand dollars. This book examines digital cryptocurrency and the blockchain technology that makes them possible."-- |
Fighting for the forest: how FDR's Civilian Conservation Corps helped save America By Pearson, P. O'Connell Publishing Date: [2019] Classification: JNF Call Number: J333.75 PEA Presents the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps, a program that employed impoverished young men during the Great Depression to build and improve hundreds of state and national parks, plant trees, and restore agricultural land. |
Crossings: extraordinary structures for extraordinary animal By Duffield, Katy Publishing Date: 2020 Classification: JNF Call Number: J333.95 DUF "A non-fiction exploration of animal crossings built by animal lovers around the world to help animals cross over, under, around, and through human construction"-- |
Angie Bastian: Boomchickapop boss By Felix, Rebecca Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J338 FEL "So you enjoy an after-school snack of popcorn or chocolate chip cookies? Maybe you like to dine out on steak or orange chicken. From delicious treats to satisfying meals, many of your favorite foods were created by Female Foodies! This series explores famous foods and the inspiring women behind them. You'll learn about each dining diva's childhood, education, and road to success. Easy-to-read text and full-color and historic photos will tantalize your taste buds. Food Bites facts and a timeline round out the experience. Female Foodies will satisfy your appetite for knowledge!"--back cover |
Farmers unite: planting a protest for fair prices By Metcalf, Lindsay H Publishing Date: 2020 Classification: JNF Call Number: J338.19 MET In the late 1970s, grain prices had tanked, farm auction notices filled newspapers, and people had forgotten that food didn't grow in grocery stores. So, on February 5, 1979, thousands of tractors from all parts of the US flooded Washington, DC, in protest.--Amazon. |
The road to serfdom: text and documents By Hayek, Friedrich A. von Publishing Date: c2007 Classification: JNF Call Number: J338.9 HAY Classic work in political philosophy, intellectual and cultural history, and economics. Originally published in 1944, it was seen as heretical for its passionate warning against the dangers of state control over the means of production. The author was a co-winner of the Nobel Memorial Prize in economics in 1974 and was a pioneer in monetary theory and the principal proponent of libertariansim in the twentieth century. |
By Colby, Jennifer Publishing Date: [2019] Classification: JNF Call Number: J361.7 COL Learn about the different ways you can make donations such as money, items, or time to make a difference socially. |
Mario and the hole in the sky: how a chemist saved our planet By Rusch, Elizabeth Publishing Date: [2019] Classification: JNF Call Number: J363.738 RUS The true story of how Mexican-American scientist Mario Molina helped solve the ozone crisis of the 1980s and went on to become a Nobel laureate and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. His inspiring story gives hope in the fight against global warming. Full color. |
Classic fairy tales to read aloud Publishing Date: 1996 Classification: JNF Call Number: J398.2 Includes many traditional tales such as "Little Red Riding Hood" and "Rapunzel" as well as modern works such as "The Troll Bride." |
By Andersen, H. C Publishing Date: c1982 Classification: JNF Call Number: J398.2 AND The strength of a little girl's love enables her to overcome many obstacles and free a boy from the Snow Queen's spell. |