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Double Feature: Discovering Our Hidden Fantasies in Film [MultiFormat]
by Herbert H. Stein
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a) What recent smash hit movie secretly depicted fear of the female breast? b) Name some recent films that were preoccupied with castration anxiety? c) Would you be surprised to know that reliving our childhood Oedipal fixations helps us better to understand adult-themed films? You'll find the answers to these and many similarly intriguing questions in Double Feature: Discovering Our Hidden Fantasies in Film by Herbert Stein, M.D. Dr. Stein, a highly respected Freudian psychiatrist and passionat... more info>> (Published: 2002)
Words: 106021 - Reading Time: 302-424 min.
Category: General Nonfiction
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Embarrass My Dog: The Way We Were, the Things We Thought [MultiFormat]
by Damien Broderick
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Award-winning writer Dr. Damien Broderick gathers his most forthright articles from the 1960s and '70s, on topics ranging from sex, politics, and religion to drugs and the way things were before the Internet, and caps them with sharp insights from today, looking back in amazement--and often with dismay or laughter. Great reading! (Published: 2010)
Words: 84969 - Reading Time: 242-339 min.
Category: General Nonfiction/History
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EMT: Beyond The Lights and Sirens [MultiFormat]
by Pat Ivey
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This book takes the reader to the front lines of medicine, from a serious automobile accident on a dark country road to a woman in cardiac arrest to a young man with near-fatal gunshot wounds. For these patients and countless others, treatment cannot wait until they are wheeled into a distant emergency room. If lives can be salvaged, care must begin with the life-saving skills of Emergency Medical Technicians. "I could never work on a rescue squad," is a statement the author has heard over and o... more info>> (Published: 1990)
Words: 76179 - Reading Time: 217-304 min.
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EMT: Rescue [MultiFormat]
by Pat Ivey
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These are the trying true stories of the mobile emergency medical technicians that often are the only thing standing between anyone of us and death. Author Pat Ivey uses her extensive first hand experiences and an unflinching eye for drama and detail to bring us the unheard tales of heroism and courage of the EMT units. She takes us into a hidden world of children in need, women seeking shelter from the storm of abuse and the realities of industrial accidents. A simple car crash turns into a Her... more info>> (Published: 1993)
Words: 65157 - Reading Time: 186-260 min.
Category: General Nonfiction
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Essays on Writing: Robert Louis Stevenson's Writing Advice [MultiFormat]
by Robert Louis Stevenson
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by Robert Louis Stevenson A collection of Essays on the writer's art from one of the finest writers of all time--the man who gave us TREASURE ISLAND, KIDNAPPED, and DAVID BALFOUR. (Published: 1910)
Words: 21869 - Reading Time: 62-87 min.
Category: General Nonfiction/Self Improvement
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Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Sex Changes But Were Afraid to Ask [MultiFormat]
by Janis Morgan Stevens
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Non-technical, straight from the shoulder guide to getting a sex change! If you're someone, or know someone, who has always felt they were born in the wrong kind of body and should have been a woman, this is the one book you should read. Based on five years of research, it walks you step-by-step through the entire process of transition from male-to-female. The book covers: A SHORT GUIDE TO TRANSGENDER TERMINOLOGY * How to Tell if Someone is a Candidate for Sex Change * How a Therapist Helps Ease... more info>>
Words: 26735 - Reading Time: 76-106 min.
Category: General Nonfiction
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Expert Witness Handbook: Tips and Techniques for the Litigation Consultant [Secure eReader]
by Dan Poynter
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This revised edition is a valuable introduction for the neophyte expert witness and a constant reference for the seasoned litigation consultant. It tells you how to get started, how to decide whether or not to accept a case, how to prepare for testimony, how to conduct yourself at a deposition and in court, how to make your testimony more effective, how to handle difficult questions, what to charge, how to collect bills, and much more.
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Face to Face [MultiFormat]
by Judith Casey
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In her inspiring new book, author Judith Casey offers a heart-wrenching account of her personal struggle with her son's alcohol abuse and suicide attempt. Still healing, Judith Casey put her story into words in hopes that the events of her life's tragedy might help others in a similar situation to recognize the signs of a cry for help. "It was just before Thanksgiving when my son put a shotgun under his chin and pulled the trigger. He survived, but the blast obliterated his face. As I watched hi... more info>> (Published: 2007)
Words: 31238 - Reading Time: 89-124 min.
Category: General Nonfiction/Family/Relationships
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Food Rebels, Guerrilla Gardeners, and Smart-Cookin' Mamas [Secure eReader]
by Mark Winne
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In an age of uncertainty about how climate change may affect the global food supply, industrial agribusiness promises to keep the world fed. Through the use of factory �farms,� genetic engineering, and the widespread application of chemicals, they put their trust in technology and ask consumers to put our trust in them. However, a look behind the curtain reveals practices that put our soil, water, and health at risk. What are the alternatives? And can they too feed the world?
The rapidly... more info>>
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Free Woman: The Life and Times of Victoria Woodhull [MultiFormat]
by Marion Meade
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Victoria Woodhull is an historical figure too often ignored and undervalued by historians. Although she never achieved political power, her actions and her presence on the political scene helped begin to change the way Americans thought about the right to vote, particularly women's suffrage and she set the stage for political emancipations to come throughout the 20th Century. Woodhull was a product of and a revolutionary within the socially conservative Victorian era which predominated in the U... more info>> (Published: 1976)
Words: 51581 - Reading Time: 147-206 min.
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From Jesus to Heaven with Love: A Parable Pilgrimage [MultiFormat]
by Barbara Garro
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Barbara Garro writes for the people in the pews, because she's been one of them for over 50 years. She makes the New Testament come alive using St. Anthony's style of writing for all to understand and grow spiritually. Families and Bible study groups will find thirty-three of Jesus's parables in a discussion-friendly format. (Published: 2010)
Words: 51755 - Reading Time: 147-207 min.
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Fundamentals of Aviation Law [Secure eReader]
by Raymond Speciale
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The only textbook available on Aviation Law.
This is an undergraduate textbook designed for college and university courses on aviation law. Each chapter covers a fundamental legal subject and discusses application of that area in the aviation environment. Each chapter comes completed with case-studies, and problems, along with instructor’s materials.
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Fundraising on eBay [Secure eReader]
by Greg Holden, Jill K. Finlayson
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An invaluable guide to help your nonprofit or charitable organization reach 135 million potential donors Fundraising with eBay offers proven strategies for raising money, converting in-kind gifts to cash, and increasing awareness for charitable causes.
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Genetics Demystified [Secure eReader]
by Edward Willett
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There’s no easier, faster, or more practical way to learn the really tough subjects Genetics Demystified offers an up-to-date, highly readable explanation of the basic principles of genetics, covering key topics such as human genetics, DNA, heredity, mutations, traits, chromosomes, and much more. This self-teaching guide comes complete with key points, background information, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and even a final exam. Simple enough for beginners but challenging enough for ... more info>>
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George DeWolfe's Digital Photography Fine Print Workshop [Secure eReader]
by George DeWolfe
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Learn the secrets of fine art digital photography Produce captivating and high-quality photographs easily and consistently with help from this invaluable guide, based on renowned photographer George DeWolfe's most popular workshop. Inside, you will learn his "16-bit workflow" technique for mastering the craft of printing fine art photographs. You will also discover how to set up a successful "closed loop" environment--one in which you handle the entire photographic process yourself, sending not... more info>>
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Goodbye Natalie, Goodbye Splendour [MultiFormat]
by Marti Rulli
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GOODBYE NATALIE, GOODBYE SPLENDOUR is the long-awaited, detailed account of events that led to the mysterious death of Hollywood legend Natalie Wood off the coast of Catalina Island on November 28, 1981. It is a story told by a haunted witness to that fateful evening: Dennis Davern, the young captain of Splendour, the yacht belonging to Wood and husband Robert Wagner. Davern initially backed up Wagner's version of that evening's events through a signed statement prepared by attorneys. But Davern... more info>> (Published: 2009)
Words: 124361 - Reading Time: 355-497 min.
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Gray Zone Wanderers: The Haunted Places of Norway [MultiFormat]
by Cherri Dohlen
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In Norway, a country of pragmatic denizens, it was trolls in previous centuries that sent shivers racing up and down splendid Nordic spines. Happily, capricious trolls have jumped from the pages of folk tales onto the stage, been cast in musical reviews, and finally come to rest in souvenir shops where they feel quite at home. This means that ghosts and apparitions have finally come into their own. And in this ancient land, with its wild, Viking past, there are ghosts aplenty. According to Sherl... more info>> (Published: 2006)
Words: 64723 - Reading Time: 184-258 min.
Category: General Nonfiction/Dark Fantasy
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Green Guide: The Complete Reference for Consuming Wisely [Secure eReader]
by Editors of Green Guide
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Paper or plastic? Organic or conventional? In a world that is rapidly going "green," how does the average person make decisions that are smart for the family--and good for the planet? The Green Guide is here to help, with the concepts and choices for Earth-conscious living. Presented in concise, information-packed chapters, this up-to-the-minute resource touches on every aspect of our lives, from grocery shopping to housecleaning to work, travel, and investing--enabling consumers to make informe... more info>>
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Hands-On Oracle Database 10g Express Edition for Linux [Secure eReader]
by Steve Bobrowski
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"Steve Bobrowski has written the definitive guide on getting started with Oracle Datbase XE."--Tom Kyte of asktom.oracle.comThe fastest way to get up and running on Oracle Database XETake full advantage of all the powerful features available in Oracle Database 10g Express Edition with help from this easy-to-follow Oracle Press guide. Hands-On Oracle Database 10g Express Edition for Windows shows you, step by step, how to set up, administer, tune, troubleshoot, and secure a robust database system... more info>>
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Heavenly Cookies Cookbook [MultiFormat]
by Janette Dixon
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A Delightful cookbook with recipes for the most heavenly cookies. (Published: 2001)
Words: 5644 - Reading Time: 16-22 min.
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His Secret Christmas Baby [Secure eReader]
by Rita Herron
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Holiday Helping Hands [MultiFormat]
by Ann Herrick
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A Touching Christmas Story for the whole family (Published: 2008)
Words: 1494 - Reading Time: 4-5 min.
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Houdini: The Ultimate Spellbinder [MultiFormat]
by Tom Lalicki
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Originally published as: SPELLBINDER: The Life of Harry Houdini. He was born Ehrich Weiss but, at an early age, he chose another name for himself. He wanted a name to suit his career of magic and entertainment and he chose a name that paid homage to one of the legendary magicians of all time: Robert Houdin. His illusions and escapes were more astonishing and more challenging than anyone had ever done before and he eclipsed the names of all other magicians as his fame reached around the world, m... more info>> (Published: 2000)
Words: 18547 - Reading Time: 52-74 min.
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How I Wrote My First Book: the story behind the story [MultiFormat]
by Anne K. Edwards, Lida E. Quillen
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Twenty authors tell amazing stories about the efforts that went into writing their first book. Christine Amsden ~ "My Million Words of Crap" Darrell Bain ~ "The Story Behind The Pet Plague" Mayra Calvani ~ "Tips on Writing Your First Novel" Lee Denning ~ "Two Beginnings" Ginger Hanson ~ "Ten Lessons I Learned..." Toby Fesler Heathcotte ~ "The Manuscript from a Mystifying Source" Darby Karchut ~ "Wings" Linda Langwith ~ "The Serendipity Factor" Stephanie Osborn ~ "How a Rocket Scientist Bec... more info>> (Published: 2011)
Words: 88750 - Reading Time: 253-355 min.
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How Legendary Traders Made Millions [Secure eReader]
by John Boik
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Learn how to generate profit, from history's most celebrated traders including William J. O'Neil, Jesse Livermore, and others. In How Legendary Traders Made Millions, award-winning investment author and historian John Boik has created the first book to put the strategies of history's top traders in one place. Revealing how each trader took advantage of distinct market situations, it details the hands-on specifics of each trade as well as the economic, political, and stock market environments in... more info>>
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