Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
November 2018 - January 2019
These are books and media new to the library and cataloged by the Inyo County Free Library.
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Google it: a history of Google By Redding, Anna Crowley Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J 005.1092 RED From a college project made out of knock-off Legos to one of the most influential companies in the world, award-winning investigative reporter Anna Redding shares the true story of Google, its history, its innovations, and where it will take us next. |
By Roland, James Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 306.0947 ROL Young people in Russia live in a society with many strict rules about free speech. But through education, the arts, and athletics, many young Russians continue to find ways to express themselves and reach for their potential. Russia is a country with a tumultuous history and an uncertain future. It also has an extremely diverse population, with most young people living in cities, and others living in very rural, simple villages. Featured is an overview of Russia, along with insights into the home, school and social experiences of the nation s young people. |
The Second Amendment: the right to bear arms By Larson, Kirsten W Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J 344.7305 LAR Examines what caused the Second Amendment to be born and what effects the amendment has had throughout history. |
By Hopkins, Therese Publishing Date: 2009 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 595.7156 HOP "Some insects build homes where they live together in a large group." |
By Hopkins, Therese Publishing Date: 2009 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 598.1564 HOP "A bird nest is a place where a mother bird lays her eggs." |
By Gonzales, Doreen Publishing Date: 2010 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 599.7632 GON This book describes the physical characteristics, habitats, habits, and babies of raccoons. |
By Basmadjian, E. E. Publishing Date: c2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7463 BAS Discusses the history of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber and its use in the military campaigns in Afghanistan after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. |
By Casil, Amy Sterling Publishing Date: 2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7463 CAS An examination of the machinery, specifications, technology, and capabilities of the B-1B with a discussion of the plane's early development, combat history, and likely future. |
Long-range bombers: the B-1B Lancers By Green, Michael Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7463 GRE Introduces the B-1B Lancers, their specifications, equipment, weapons, missions, and future in the Air Force. |
Night attack gunships: the AC-130H Spectres By Green, Michael Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7463 GRE Introduces the AC-130H gunships, their specifications, weapons, missions, and future in the Air Force. |
Stealth attack fighters: the F-117A Nighthawks By Green, Michael Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7463 GRE Discusses the design and equipment of the stealth attack fighter known as the F-117A Nighthawk and its use by the Air Force in military missions. |
By Greene, Meg Publishing Date: 2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7463 GRE Discusses history of the B-52 Stratofortress warplane and its use in the military campaigns in Afghanistan after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. |
Strike fighters: the F/A-18E/F Super Hornets By Sweetman, Bill Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7463 SWE Introduces the Super Hornets, their missions, equipment, weapons, and use in the military. |
By Gardner, Adrian Publishing Date: 2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7464 GAR An examination of the machinery, specifications, technology, and capabilities of the F-14B with discussion of the plane's early development, combat history, and likely future. |
Carrier-based jet fighters: the F-14 Tomcats By Green, Michael Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7464 GRE Discusses the design and weapons of three models of the F-14 Tomcat fighter jet and how they were used by the Navy. |
By Seidman, David Publishing Date: 2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7464 SEI Discusses the history of the F/A-18C Hornet jet fighter plane and its use in various missions in battle, from the Vietnamese Conflict to the war against terrorism in Afghanistan. |
Supersonic fighters: the F-16 Fighting Falcons By Sweetman, Bill Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7464 SWE Discusses the F-16 Fighting Falcon, its uses, engines, weapons, and future in the U.S. Air Force. |
By Goldberg, Jan Publishing Date: c2003 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7465 GOL Discusses the history of the C-130 Hercules transport plane and its use in military campaigns as well as civilian missions, such as studying weather, controlling fires, and supporting researchers in Antarctica. |
Combat rescue helicopters: the MH-53 Pave Lows By Sweetman, Bill Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7466 SWE Discusses the design and equipment of the specialized Sikorsky helicopter known as the Pave Low and its use by the Air Force in military missions. |
High-altitude spy planes: the U-2s By Sweetman, Bill Publishing Date: c2008 Classification: JNF Call Number: J 623.7467 SWE Discusses the U-2 spy plane, its engines, sensors, and future in the U.S. Air Force. |
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