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1 videodisc (approximately 94 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Algernon is a gentlemen from a wealthy family. Algernon's close friend Jack, has a ward, Cecily. Both Algernon and Jack have created alter egos to make life more interesting. Algernon arrives for a weekend visit in the country posing as Earnest. Having heard of Earnest's misadventures, Cicely has developed an infatuation with the rogue, and Algernon's impersonation of him works famously on Cicely. Meanwhile, Algernon's cousin, Gwendolyn, arrives for...
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Great Courses volume 16
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Go inside the steppe environment to learn about the role militarized pastoral nomads played in world history. As you see how these societies responded to climate pressures and influenced neighboring civilizations, you will also chart the rise of the horse, which played an important role in nomadic society.
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Great Courses volume 8
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A platform generally refers to an author's visibility and reach to a target audience: who is aware of your work, where does your work appear, and how many people see it. Examine the six components that make up most platforms, and review the requirements for various genres of writing.
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Great Courses volume 1
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Why was the discovery of the Higgs boson such a big deal? That's the key question that Professor Carroll tackles in his illuminating introduction. Take a fascinating dive into the world of modern particle physics and see how the Higgs is the missing piece of a scientific puzzle that helps us understand the "rules" for the universe.
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Found volume 10
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Lily and Dale perform tests on a gold-colored urn and soon find themselves investigating its ties to an ancient blood ritual.
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Understanding Japan A Cultural History volume 13
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Japanese gardens are popular tourist destinations, cultural treasures, and even UNESCO heritage sites. Here, consider the splendor and harmony of some of Japan's most important gardens (including tea gardens, rock gardens, and strolling gardens) as part of a history of aesthetics and also as expressions of religious and cultural ideals.
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Being Erica volume 12
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Erica struggles with some big decisions, and she is desperate for a little direction. After some hide and seek in the past and present, the last place she looks is the closest to her heart. By making some major changes to her life, it opens up a world of possibility.
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Life in the World's Oceans volume 18
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Sound travels much better in water than in air. In fact, low-frequency waves, such as those produced by certain whales, can travel through water uninterrupted for hundreds or even thousands of kilometers, allowing the animals to be "in touch" with their group over vast distances. But what happens when human-generated sound gets in the way?
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Sabrina The Animated volume 3
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Sabrina tries to win a spot on the cheerleading squad before Gem. Her only requirement; she must impress the incredibly snobby cheerleaders all week long. Unfortunately, it happens to be the same week that she must guide her old friend Norma Alphalinear, around school. Yikes! Norma’s a total geek! So Sabrina casts a spell to make Norma cool but instead everyone wants to be like Norma. Sabrina must reverse the spell before she too turns into a Norma-Zombie!...
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Examine the contexts and environments in which we encounter art and their critical effect on our viewing experience. Consider ways of displaying and framing paintings, as well as key parameters for viewing sculpture. Then, learn the predominant genres of Western art, and the artist's media, tools, and techniques.
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Epictetus is a practical, humorous, no-nonsense philosopher. Get to know this ancient Stoic through the first volume of the Discourses, a major treatise on Stoic philosophy written by one of his most illustrious students. Explore, specifically, Stoic views on cosmopolitanism: the notion that we are all members of the same cosmopolis, or world-city.
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1 videodisc (20 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Focuses on teaching youth and general audiences the importance of breast cancer prevention and early detection. Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options are presented and emphasis is set on the importance of early detection through self-examination, where a step-by-step process is demonstrated. Learning the process at a young age enables each person to know what is normal for their body so that abnormalities can be instantly recognized and, if...
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1 videodisc (approximately 60 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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For 75 years, the United Service Organizations (USO) has lifted the spirits of American soldiers and has kept service personnel connected to their families and country while abroad. USO: For the Troops conveys the fast pace and complex logistics of a modern USO tour, and underlines the importance of the organization not just for service people, but for America as a whole.
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Agua es vida volume 5
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1 videodisc (30 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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"Understanding watersheds and their interaction with land features, climate, the environment, and man are key to proper management of water -- the Southwest's most critical natural resource. This video provides an insightful look into the importance of watersheds, key watershed management concepts, and the features of the Rio Grande basin watershed" -- container.
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1 videodisc (60 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Caillou loves to help out! From helping his dad make pizza to learning the importance of tidying up the classroom, Caillou realizes that lending a hand and working together makes everything easier and more fun! DVD features seven inspiring stories including Emma's Extra Snack where Caillou learns that while his friend Emma has diabetes, it doesn't stop her from participating in all her favorite activities!
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1 videodisc (65 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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As metobolism begins to slow in our 50's, regular aerobic exercise helps combat weight creep, increase energy and relieve stress. It's not just about looking good anymore. It's about feeling good and having fun! A complete aerobic workout that includes insights into the importance of aerobic training in your 50's; exercise tips for acheiving maximum results; 30-minute core routine; 10-minutes of advanced exercises; Q & A session.
20) No small matter
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1 videodisc (74 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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The first feature documentary to explore the most overlooked, underestimated, and powerful force for good in America today: early childhood education. Through poignant stories and surprising humor, the film lays out the overwhelming evidence for the importance of the first five years and reveals how the failure to act on that evidence has resulted in an everyday crisis for American families, and a slow-motion catastrophe for the country.
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