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Author
Publisher
Palmetto Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Journey from the Heartland to the Heart of Racial Understanding: A True Story of Insight and Transformation. Embark on a transformative journey with Dave Markward as he transitions from an upbringing in an almost exclusively white community to a life enriched by diversity in From Dubuque to Selma and Beyond: My Journey to Understand Racism in America. Intertwining Dave's personal growth with significant historical events and figures, this remarkable...
Series
Publisher
Oscilloscope Laboratories
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Christian nationalism is the belief that America should be defined as a Christian nation, with government adherence to this ideology. GOD & COUNTRY looks at the implications of Christian Nationalism and how it distorts not only our constitutional republic, but Christianity itself. Featuring prominent Christian thought leaders, GOD & COUNTRY asks this question: What happens when a faith built on love, sacrifice, and forgiveness grows political tentacles,...
Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
For decades, scientists have tried to unlock the secrets of ancient DNA. But life's genetic blueprint is incredibly fragile, and researchers have struggled to find DNA in fossils that could survive millions of years. Then, one maverick scientist had the controversial idea to look for DNA not in fossils or frozen ancient tissue - but in dirt. Join the hunt as scientists decipher the oldest DNA ever found, and reveal for the first time the genes of...
Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Lyla Loops and her fantastical blue sidekick, Stu, use creative problem-solving and computational thinking to help their family, friends and community! From building homemade carnival games, to learning the steps of a line dance, to creating a new sandwich for the Loops family's restaurant, Loops Lunch - Lyla, Stu and the whole Loops crew tackle challenges with equal servings of humor and heart.
Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Lyla Loops and her fantastical blue sidekick, Stu, use creative problem-solving and computational thinking to help their family, friends and community! From building homemade carnival games, to learning the steps of a line dance, to creating a new sandwich for the Loops family's restaurant, Loops Lunch - Lyla, Stu and the whole Loops crew tackle challenges with equal servings of humor and heart.
8) Parallel
Series
Publisher
Vertical Entertainment
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Grief-stricken after the loss of her child, Vanessa takes refuge at a lake house only to be met with an aberration of herself from a parallel universe and realizes the multiverse gates hold the key to releasing her grief or trapping her forever.
Author
Publisher
Reedy Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Iowa is in the heart of America and is often referred to as "flyover" country. Sara Broers, a lifelong Iowan, shares how easy it is to have a perfect day in Iowa. You will want to plan your next visit once you are introduced to Iowa's beauty and the people. How do you decide where to spend 24 hours in Iowa? Sara will show you what you can expect in numerous areas of the state in Perfect Day Iowa."-back cover.
10) She Came Back
Series
Publisher
Giant Pictures
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
On the way to her father's wedding, 16-year-old Charlie McLeod is involved in a serious car accident, leaving her in a fight for her life. For a brief moment, she dies on the table and has a near death experience, where she reconnects with her deceased mother, Claire. Charlie survives but Claire's spirit was so moved by the re-connection with her daughter, she has no intention of letting go.
11) Tryst Six venom
Author
Publisher
Berkley Romance
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Away games, back seats, and the locker room after hours...New York Times bestselling author Penelope Douglas is back with this spicy new adult romance, now with bonus material. Marymount girls are good girls. Even if they weren't, no one would know, because girls like Clay Collins keep their mouths shut. Not that Clay has anything to share, anyway. Always in control, she owns the hallways, walking tall on Monday and then dropping to her knees like...
12) Afire
Series
Publisher
The Criterion Collection
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
While vacationing by the Baltic Sea, writer Leon (Thomas Schubert) and photographer Felix (Langston Uibel) are surprised by the presence of Nadja (Paula Beer), a mysterious young woman staying as a guest at Felix's family's holiday home. Nadja distracts Leon from finishing his latest novel and with brutal honesty, forces him to confront his caustic temperament and self-absorption.
Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Follows the The New York Times bestselling author podcaster, and outdoor enthusiast on his journey to explore the country's diverse landscapes and discover how they shape our outdoor lives. Wherever we live, we share a love for the wild, but in a country as big and diverse as America we have vastly different ways to find and experience nature.
14) American Buffalo
Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
The dramatic story of America's national mammal, which sustained the lives of Native people for untold generations, being driven to the brink of extinction, before an unlikely collection of people rescues it from disappearing forever. Ken Burns recounts the tragic collision of two opposing views of the natural world--and the unforgettable characters who pointed the nation in a different direction.
15) American Santa
Series
Publisher
New Day Films
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Delves into the seldom-seen world of Black Santas in America, presenting a narrative that is as heartwarming as it is eye-opening. At the heart of this documentary is the exploration of the complex duality these Santas experience - the joy and magic they bring to families during the holiday season, contrasted sharply with the racism they face in their roles. Through a series of intimate interviews and candid moments, the film paints a vivid picture...
17) The Astros Edge
Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
The Houston Astros cheating scandal and what it says about baseball today. With reporter Ben Reiter, the making of one of the best teams and worst scandals in modern MLB history, the limited accountability and how it changed the sport.
18) Been There
Series
Publisher
Ouat Media
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Weekend trips, city breaks, a detour into nature or once around the world. Barely a few days off, you're already gone. Never before has the desire to travel been so widespread and visited places so overloaded. What do we get out of it, other than the picture proof that we have been there?
Series
Publisher
Journeyman Pictures
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
During a period of record low rainfall in northern Kenya, the Turkana tribe faces growing violent clashes with rival tribes and encroaching wild predators hunting their livestock. Kolei, a sensitive shepherd boy whose name translates to "living amongst the goats", questions not only his path as a warrior, but also the erosion of the culture that has shaped every aspect of his life.
20) Beyond Paradise
Series
Publisher
BBC Studios
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
This spin-off from Death in Paradise follows DI Humphrey Goodman and his fiancée, Martha, as they leave London to start a new life on the Devon coast. Humphrey takes up the vacant position of Detective Inspector at Shipton Abbott police station, a slightly antiquated outpost of the Devon & Cornwall Police district. Meanwhile, Martha's keen to open up her own café. Both are hoping for a quiet lifestyle away from the stress and violence of the city....
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