Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
September 2016 - October 2016
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.
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The hole story of the doughnut By Miller, Pat Publishing Date: [2016] Classification: JNF Call Number: J641.8 MIL "In 1843, 14-year old Hanson Gregory left his family home in Rockport, Maine and set sail as a cabin boy on the schooner Achorn, looking for high stakes adventure on the high seas. Little did he know that a boat load of hungry sailors, coupled with his knack for creative problem-solving, would yield one of the world's most prized pastries. At long last, here's the hole truth about the invention of the doughnut!"-- |
The 12 biggest breakthroughs in food technology By Ventura, Marne Publishing Date: [2015] Classification: JNF Call Number: J664 VEN Highlights twelve influential food technology breakthroughs, including freeze-drying, cooking with fire, and pasteurization. |
Mary Cassatt: extraordinary impressionist painter By Herkert, Barbara Publishing Date: 2015 Classification: JNF Call Number: J759.13 HER "A lyrical biography of Mary Cassatt, the free-spirited Impressionist painter"-- |
Dorothea's eyes: Dorothea Lange photographs the truth By Rosenstock, Barb Publishing Date: [2016] Classification: JNF Call Number: J770.92 ROS "In this powerful and inspiring book, Barb Rosenstock and G©♭rard DuBois reveal the story of [Dorothea Lange's] remarkable life and illuminate how her photographs continue to tell the world the truth."-- |
Jazz day: the making of a famous photograph By Orgill, Roxane Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J781.65 ORG When Esquire magazine planned an issue to salute the American jazz scene in 1958, graphic designer Art Kane pitched a crazy idea: how about gathering a group of beloved jazz musicians and photographing them? He didn't own a good camera, didn't know if any musicians would show up, and insisted on setting up the shoot in front of a Harlem brownstone. Could he pull it off? In this collection of poems, Roxane Orgill steps into the frame of Harlem 1958, bringing to life the musicians' mischief and quirks, their memorable style, and the vivacious atmosphere of a Harlem block full of kids on a hot summer's day. Includes bios of several of the fifty-seven musicians, an author's note, sources, a bibliography, and a foldout of Art Kane's famous photograph. |
Ada's violin: the story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay By Hood, Susan Publishing Date: [2016] Classification: JNF Call Number: J784.206 HOO Explains the origin of the "Recycled Orchestra," a group of children from Cateura, Paraguay that play instruments from recycled trash and perform concerts all over the world. |
Anything but ordinary Addie: the true story of Adelaide Herrmann, queen of magic By Rockliff, Mara Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J793.8 ROC Traces the story of dancer-turned-magician's assistant Adelaide Herrmann, placing her achievements against a backdrop of period conventions about women in the arts and her determination to continue her work after the death of her husband. |
By Gardner, Jane P. Publishing Date: c2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J796 GAR Discusses the science behind sports, including such topics as nutrition, protective padding, and centripetal force. - (Baker & Taylor) |
By Frost, Helen Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J811.54 FRO How can a firefly find the one, among so many? On a summer evening, just as the stars blink on, a firefly lands on a flower. Lights start to flash all around her-- first one, then three, seven. Hundreds. Thousands. How will she find just one flash among them? And will he see her flash in return? In evocative photographs and lyrical language, Rick Lieder and Helen Frost offer a true story of how two fireflies come together after finding each other's light among thousands of others. |
Two friends: Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglass, and the fight for rights By Robbins, Dean Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J813.6 ROB This story imagines what it was like when Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass got together for a cup of tea and discussed their struggle for civil rights. |
Explore with Francisco Pizarro By Dalrymple, Lisa Publishing Date: [2016] Classification: JNF Call Number: J910.92 DAL Details the explorer's conquest of the Inca empire in Peru, exploring the lands he and his men visited, how they traveled and fought, and what happened to them afterwards. - (Baker & Taylor) |
By Streissguth, Thomas Publishing Date: [2015] Classification: JNF Call Number: J951.904 STR Presents an overview of the Korean War, including history, important people and battles, and a timeline of events. |
The Vietnam War: frontline soldiers and their families By Levete, Sarah Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J959.704 LEV "The Vietnam War lasted just over 20 years. The conflict's impact on the people of Vietnam as well as citizens of the United States and other countries still echoes to this day. For every one of the millions who fought and died, there was a family who worried and grieved. This important book tackles the difficult nature of this war, including how the explosions, gunfire, and fear ruled the hearts of soldiers and families back home. The text carefully explains the causes and effects of the Vietnam War augmented by well-chosen primary sources and photographs"--Provided by the publisher. |
By George, Enzo Publishing Date: [2015] Classification: JNF Call Number: J973.3 GEO A collection of primary sources, including letters, speeches, paintings, quotes, illustrations, and newspaper clippings explore the events of the American Revolution. |
By Lanier, Wendy H. Publishing Date: [2015] Classification: JNF Call Number: J973.917 LAN Describes life during World War II, including rationing, the changing workforce, and the role of Hollywood in the war effort. |
By Tatlock, Ann Publishing Date: [2016] Classification: JNF Call Number: J973.917 TAT "From a shy and fearful child, Eleanor Roosevelt grew up to be not only First Lady of the United States, but one of the most influential woman in U.S. history. Hers is a remarkable story of doing the thing you think you cannot do in order to work for change and to better the lives of others. Come learn about Eleanor, who challenges everyone - no matter his or her talents or gifts - to live a useful and fulfilling life"--Page 4 of cover. |
By Weatherford, Carole Boston Publishing Date: [2016] Classification: JNF Call Number: J976.335 WEA As slaves relentlessly toiled in an unjust system in 19th century Louisiana, they all counted down the days until Sunday, when at least for half a day they were briefly able to congregate in Congo Square in New Orleans. Here they were free to set up an open market, sing, dance, and play music. They were free to forget their cares, their struggles, and their oppression. This story chronicles slaves' duties each day, from chopping logs on Mondays to baking bread on Wednesdays to plucking hens on Saturday, and builds to the freedom of Sundays and the special experience of an afternoon spent in Congo Square. |
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