The library has purchased many new books so far this year. You can view a handful here along with partial descriptions or go here to see the full listing. These books are on display in the library’s lobby.
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Author: Jonathan Hennessey A graphic novel biography of the American legend who inspired the hit Broadway musical Hamilton . Alexander Hamilton was one of the most influential figures in United States history–he fought in the Revolutionary War, helped develop the Constitution, and as the first Secretary of the Treasury established landmark economic policy tha …
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Author: Leslie Anthony A thoughtful, accessible look at the rapidly growing issue of invasive plants, animals, and microbes around the globe with a focus on the scientific issues and ecological, health, and other challenges From an award-winning adventure and science journalist comes an eye-opening exploration of a burgeoning environmental phenomenon and t … |
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Author: Michael C. LeMay What historical factors transformed American politics into the institution we know today? This in-depth look at America’s party system traces its efficacy, sustainability, and popularity through six influential presidencies spanning 1790 to the present day. * Theorizes how the presidencies of Jefferson, Jackson, Lincoln, McKinley, FD …
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Author: Andy Weir The bestselling author of The Martian returns with an irresistible new near-future thriller–a heist story set on the moon. Jasmine Bashara never signed up to be a hero. She just wanted to get rich. Not crazy, eccentric-billionaire rich, like many of the visitors to her hometown of Artemis, humanity’s first and only lunar co … |
 Title: Better business speech : techniques and shortcuts for public speaking at work
Author: Paul Geiger In a business world where we are told that time is money, the real currency is communicating clearly at a poised and measured pace. Better Business Speech: Techniques, Tricks, and Shortcuts for Public Speaking at Work by Paul Geiger focuses on the challenges of being a strong communicator in a range of business settings. It begins with the bas … |
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Author: Elizabeth A. Segal Empathy is a widely used term, but it is also difficult to define. In recent years, the field of cognitive neuroscience has made impressive strides in identifying neural networks in the brain related to or triggered by empathy. Still, what exactly do we mean when we say that someone has–or lacks–empathy? How is empathy distinguished from sym … |
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Author: Andrew Ervin An acclaimed critic argues that video games are the most vital art form of our time Video games have seemingly taken over our lives. Whereas gamers once constituted a small and largely male subculture, today 67 percent of American households play video games. The average gamer is now thirty-four years old and spends eight hours each week … |
 Title: The complete Old English poems 1st edition.
Author: Craig Williamson From the riddling song of a bawdy onion that moves between kitchen and bedroom to the thrilling account of Beowulf’s battle with a treasure-hoarding dragon, from the heart-rending lament of a lone castaway to the embodied speech of the cross upon which Christ was crucified, from the anxiety of Eve, who carries “a sumptuous secret in her han … |
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Author: William P. Meehan III This book provides a broad introduction to the important topic of concussive brain injury that considers historical, medical, research-based, and legal and ethical perspectives. * Examines the topic of concussions from historical and legal/ethical perspectives as well as medical perspectives and provides insights into current issues …
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Author: Alex Langlands In the midst of a seemingly endless supply of mass-manufactured products, we find ourselves nostalgic for products bearing the mark of authenticity–hand-made furniture, artisan breads, craft beers, and other goods produced by human hands. What often goes unnoticed is the transformation of our understanding of craft–or rather, craeft–in the …
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