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Vikings, The

Wernick, Robert



Date Published:1979

Pinball : Graphic history of the silver ball

Chad, Jon


In 1976, champion player Roger Sharpe stepped up to a pinball machine in a Manhattan courtroom. The New York City Council had convened to consider lifting the city’s ban on pinball―a game that had been outlawed since 1942 for its supposed connections to gambling and organized crime. Sharpe was there to prove that, unlike a slot machine, pinball wasn’t a game of chance designed to fleece its players―it was a game of skill that required a measure of patience, coordination, and control. To prove his point, he proclaimed that he would launch his ball into the center lane at the far end of the playfield―much like Babe Ruth famously pointing to the fences. Sharpe pulled back the plunger and released, and the fate of this industry and art form hung in the balance. Thus opens Jon Chad’s comprehensive graphic novel to the history of the captivating, capricious―and at times infuriating!―game of pinball. Tracing pinball’s roots back to the Court of King Louis XIV, through the immigrant experience of early 20th century America, the post-War boom and bust, right up to the present day, Chad charmingly ushers readers through the myriad facets of this most American of pursuits―capturing not just the history but also the artistry, cultural significance, and even the physics of the game.
Date Published:2022

In 1976, champion player Roger Sharpe stepped up to a pinball machine in a Manhattan courtroom. The New York City Council had convened to consider lifting the city’s ban on pinball―a game that had been outlawed since 1942 for its supposed connections to gambling and organized crime. Sharpe was there to prove that, unlike a slot machine, pinball wasn’t a game of chance designed to fleece its players―it was a game of skill that required a measure of patience, coordination, and control. To prove his point, he proclaimed that he would launch his ball into the center lane at the far end of the playfield―much like Babe Ruth famously pointing to the fences. Sharpe pulled back the plunger and released, and the fate of this industry and art form hung in the balance. Thus opens Jon Chad’s comprehensive graphic novel to the history of the captivating, capricious―and at times infuriating!―game of pinball. Tracing pinball’s roots back to the Court of King Louis XIV, through the immigrant experience of early 20th century America, the post-War boom and bust, right up to the present day, Chad charmingly ushers readers through the myriad facets of this most American of pursuits―capturing not just the history but also the artistry, cultural significance, and even the physics of the game.

Date Published:2022

Canada and Quebec : One country, two histories

Bothwell, Robert



Date Published:1998

The Slow Regard of Silent Things

Rothfuss, Patrick


Living in the abandoned tunnel system beneath the University, the enigmatic Auri reflects on her bittersweet life while making unique observations about the broken world she seeks to survive.
Date Published:2014

Great Canadian bucket list, The : One of a kind travel experiences.

Esrock, Robin


Following a car accident in Vancouver, Robin Esrock set off on a worldwide expedition to tick off the many items on his personal bucket list. Missing among his extraordinary adventures: Canada, his home. Most Canadians think of travel as a way to escape the snow, cold, and dreary winter skies. Yet for millions of international tourists Canada is a unique, exotic destination and it's time to shine a light on the one-of-a-kind destinations and activities one can only do here in our home and native land. Renowned travel writer and TV host Robin Esrock spent years visiting every province and territory to craft the definitive national Bucket List. Having travelled to over 100 countries on six continents, he never expected Canada to offer so much and neither will you! This isn't your typical travel guide - it is an inspiration for your next trip. Spanning the outdoors, food, culture, and history, Robin's personal journey to tick off the very best of Canada features well-known and hidden gems and is infused with humour, trivia, advice, and unforgettable characters. .
Date Published:2013

Following a car accident in Vancouver, Robin Esrock set off on a worldwide expedition to tick off the many items on his personal bucket list. Missing among his extraordinary adventures: Canada, his home. Most Canadians think of travel as a way to escape the snow, cold, and dreary winter skies. Yet for millions of international tourists Canada is a unique, exotic destination and it's time to shine a light on the one-of-a-kind destinations and activities one can only do here in our home and native land. Renowned travel writer and TV host Robin Esrock spent years visiting every province and territory to craft the definitive national Bucket List. Having travelled to over 100 countries on six continents, he never expected Canada to offer so much and neither will you! This isn't your typical travel guide - it is an inspiration for your next trip. Spanning the outdoors, food, culture, and history, Robin's personal journey to tick off the very best of Canada features well-known and hidden gems and is infused with humour, trivia, advice, and unforgettable characters. .

Date Published:2013

Heroes

Gratz, Alan


December 6, 1941: Best friends Frank and Stanley have it good. Their dads are Navy pilots stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, and the boys get a front-row view of the huge battleships and the sparkling water. Yes, World War II is raging in Europe and in Asia, but the US isn't involved in the war, and the boys are free to dream about becoming comic book creators. They've even invented a superhero of their own, in the style of Batman, Superman, Captain America, and other stars of the Golden Age of Comics. Maybe they'll even get their comic published someday. December 7th, 1941: Everything explodes. That morning, Frank and Stanley are aboard the battleship the USS Utah when Japanese planes zoom overhead and begin dropping bombs on the ships below. Chaos ensues as everyone scrambles to dive for safety. Frank and Stanley realize what's happening: Japan is attacking America! The war has come to them. As the boys fight to make their way home amidst the carnage, it's clear that everything has changed. Stanley's mother is Japanese American and he is suddenly facing a terrible prejudice that he's never known before--he's now seen as the "enemy," and Frank, who's white, cannot begin to understand what Stanley will now face. Can their friendship--and their dreams--survive this watershed moment in history? Three different kids. One mission in common. ESCAPE Josef is a Jewish boy living in 1930s Nazi Germany. With the threat of concentration camps looming, he and his family board a ship bound for the other side of the world... Isabel is a Cuban girl in 1994. With riots and unrest plaguing her country, she and her family set out on a raft, hoping to find safety in America... Mahmoud is a Syrian boy in 2015. With his homeland torn apart by violence and destruction, he and his family begin a long trek toward Europe... All three kids go on harrowing journeys in search of refuge. All will face unimaginable dangers--from drownings to bombings to betrayals. But there is always the hope of tomorrow. And although Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud are separated by continents and decades, shocking connections will tie their stories together in the end. Acclaimed author Alan Gratz (Prisoner B-3087) delivers an action-packed novel that tackles topics both timely and timeless: courage, survival, and the quest for home.
Date Published:2024

December 6, 1941: Best friends Frank and Stanley have it good. Their dads are Navy pilots stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, and the boys get a front-row view of the huge battleships and the sparkling water. Yes, World War II is raging in Europe and in Asia, but the US isn't involved in the war, and the boys are free to dream about becoming comic book creators. They've even invented a superhero of their own, in the style of Batman, Superman, Captain America, and other stars of the Golden Age of Comics. Maybe they'll even get their comic published someday. December 7th, 1941: Everything explodes. That morning, Frank and Stanley are aboard the battleship the USS Utah when Japanese planes zoom overhead and begin dropping bombs on the ships below. Chaos ensues as everyone scrambles to dive for safety. Frank and Stanley realize what's happening: Japan is attacking America! The war has come to them. As the boys fight to make their way home amidst the carnage, it's clear that everything has changed. Stanley's mother is Japanese American and he is suddenly facing a terrible prejudice that he's never known before--he's now seen as the "enemy," and Frank, who's white, cannot begin to understand what Stanley will now face. Can their friendship--and their dreams--survive this watershed moment in history? Three different kids. One mission in common. ESCAPE Josef is a Jewish boy living in 1930s Nazi Germany. With the threat of concentration camps looming, he and his family board a ship bound for the other side of the world... Isabel is a Cuban girl in 1994. With riots and unrest plaguing her country, she and her family set out on a raft, hoping to find safety in America... Mahmoud is a Syrian boy in 2015. With his homeland torn apart by violence and destruction, he and his family begin a long trek toward Europe... All three kids go on harrowing journeys in search of refuge. All will face unimaginable dangers--from drownings to bombings to betrayals. But there is always the hope of tomorrow. And although Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud are separated by continents and decades, shocking connections will tie their stories together in the end. Acclaimed author Alan Gratz (Prisoner B-3087) delivers an action-packed novel that tackles topics both timely and timeless: courage, survival, and the quest for home.

Date Published:2024

Dawn Flight : Lakota Story, a

Locke, Kevin


Long ago, when a great flood cleansed the land of unhappiness, Grandfather sent Wanjblí the eagle to save one virtuous member of the human race and teach her how to live a good life. The eagle is a powerful symbol of courage, wisdom and strength. Kevin's book shares his inspiring vision of unity and hope for a new generation, teaching children to recognize the eagle in themselves and others and to always soar above the darkness into the light.
Date Published:2016

Long ago, when a great flood cleansed the land of unhappiness, Grandfather sent Wanjblí the eagle to save one virtuous member of the human race and teach her how to live a good life. The eagle is a powerful symbol of courage, wisdom and strength. Kevin's book shares his inspiring vision of unity and hope for a new generation, teaching children to recognize the eagle in themselves and others and to always soar above the darkness into the light.

Date Published:2016

BC science connections 9

Sandner, Lionel


BC Science Connections 10 .
Date Published:2016

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Date Published:2018

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Date Published:2018

The Blind Side

Hancock, John Lee


Michael Other knows little about family. Less about football. What the homeless teen knows are the streets and projects of Memphis. Well-to-do Leigh Anne Tuohy knows little about this world, yet when she and Michael meet, he's found a home. And the Tuohys have found something just as life-giving; a beloved new son and brother. This real-life story of family and of Michael's growth into a blue-chip football star will have you cheering with its mix of gridiron action and heartwarming emotion. Share the remarkable journey of the college All-American and first-round NFL draft pick who was a winner before he ever stepped onto the playing field. .
Date Published:2010

Michael Other knows little about family. Less about football. What the homeless teen knows are the streets and projects of Memphis. Well-to-do Leigh Anne Tuohy knows little about this world, yet when she and Michael meet, he's found a home. And the Tuohys have found something just as life-giving; a beloved new son and brother. This real-life story of family and of Michael's growth into a blue-chip football star will have you cheering with its mix of gridiron action and heartwarming emotion. Share the remarkable journey of the college All-American and first-round NFL draft pick who was a winner before he ever stepped onto the playing field. .

Date Published:2010

Breaking on through.

Murray, Jill



Date Published:2007

The sea wolf

James, Simon Daniel


The Sea Wolf offers to help Gwai catch fish, but in exchange Gwai must build a totem for him. Gwai agrees and the Sea Wolf helps him bring back a huge net filled with fish, but Gwai takes credit for the catch himself and forgets to build the totem. Only after the Sea Wolf takes back the fish does Gwai honour his part of the bargain. The totem is so fine that the Sea Wolf forgives Gwai for his deceit.
Date Published:2012

The Sea Wolf offers to help Gwai catch fish, but in exchange Gwai must build a totem for him. Gwai agrees and the Sea Wolf helps him bring back a huge net filled with fish, but Gwai takes credit for the catch himself and forgets to build the totem. Only after the Sea Wolf takes back the fish does Gwai honour his part of the bargain. The totem is so fine that the Sea Wolf forgives Gwai for his deceit.

Date Published:2012

Plants of southern interior British Columbia.

Parish, Roberta


This textbook is kept in the FNS Resources Bin #6, located in the RSS Library textbook room. Over 675 species of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, grasses, ferns, mosses and lichens commonly found in the region from the crest of the Rockies to the Coast Mountains, including the interior of Washington and Idaho. Detailed species This textbook is kept in the FNS Resources Bin # 6, located in the RSS Library textbook room. are combined with concise drawings and excellent color photographs. Contains 1000 color photographs, 700 line drawings. .
Date Published:1996

This textbook is kept in the FNS Resources Bin #6, located in the RSS Library textbook room. Over 675 species of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, grasses, ferns, mosses and lichens commonly found in the region from the crest of the Rockies to the Coast Mountains, including the interior of Washington and Idaho. Detailed species This textbook is kept in the FNS Resources Bin # 6, located in the RSS Library textbook room. are combined with concise drawings and excellent color photographs. Contains 1000 color photographs, 700 line drawings. .

Date Published:1996

Shatter City

Westerfeld, Scott


Survival is just the beginning. Even when you're pretending to be someone else, you can't escape who you are. When the world sees Frey, they think they see her twin sister, Rafi. Frey was raised to be Rafi's double, and now she's taken on the role...without anyone else knowing. Her goal? To destroy the forces that created her. But with the world watching and a rebellion rising, Frey is forced into a detour. Suddenly, she is stranded on her own in Paz, a city where many of the citizens attempt to regulate their emotions through an interface on their arms. Paz is an easy place to get lost...and also an easy place to lose yourself. As the city comes under a catastrophic attack, Frey must leave the shadows and enter the chaos of warfare--because there is no other way for her to find her missing sister...and have her revenge against her murderous father.
Date Published:2019

Survival is just the beginning. Even when you're pretending to be someone else, you can't escape who you are. When the world sees Frey, they think they see her twin sister, Rafi. Frey was raised to be Rafi's double, and now she's taken on the role...without anyone else knowing. Her goal? To destroy the forces that created her. But with the world watching and a rebellion rising, Frey is forced into a detour. Suddenly, she is stranded on her own in Paz, a city where many of the citizens attempt to regulate their emotions through an interface on their arms. Paz is an easy place to get lost...and also an easy place to lose yourself. As the city comes under a catastrophic attack, Frey must leave the shadows and enter the chaos of warfare--because there is no other way for her to find her missing sister...and have her revenge against her murderous father.

Date Published:2019

Blood and salt .

Sapergia, Barbara


"What have I done wrong? Why am I here?" During World War I, Canada imprisoned over 8,000 people in internment camps from British Columbia to Nova Scotia. Most of them were Ukrainian immigrants. These camps have been called Canada's gulag. Blood and Salt, set in Banff National Park, imagines the story of one of them. How does a country forget? Canada's World War I internment activities faded from public memory once the war ended. Canadians, justly proud of their soldiers' role in winning the war, quickly forgot about the imprisonment of more than 8,000 people in forced-labour camps. People the government called "enemy aliens." How do we remember? Researchers and historians have been bringing this story back out into the light for several decades now. Blood and Salt is part of that remembering - an imagined story of the internment camp situated at Banff and Castle Mountain. .
Date Published:2012

"What have I done wrong? Why am I here?" During World War I, Canada imprisoned over 8,000 people in internment camps from British Columbia to Nova Scotia. Most of them were Ukrainian immigrants. These camps have been called Canada's gulag. Blood and Salt, set in Banff National Park, imagines the story of one of them. How does a country forget? Canada's World War I internment activities faded from public memory once the war ended. Canadians, justly proud of their soldiers' role in winning the war, quickly forgot about the imprisonment of more than 8,000 people in forced-labour camps. People the government called "enemy aliens." How do we remember? Researchers and historians have been bringing this story back out into the light for several decades now. Blood and Salt is part of that remembering - an imagined story of the internment camp situated at Banff and Castle Mountain. .

Date Published:2012

Broken circle : The Dark Legacy of Indian Residential Schools.

Fontaine, Theodore


Theodore Fontaine lost his family and freedom at the age of seven, when his parents were forced to leave him at an Indian residential school. His life was not his own for the next 12 years. The after-effects of those years have lasted much longer. In this powerful memoir, Theodore shares his experiences and the insights that have evolved on his healing journey. Broken Circle resonates with his resolve to help himself and others, and with his enduring belief that one can pick up the shattered pieces and use them for good. Theodore Fontaine has written a testimony that should be mandatory reading for everyone out there who has ever wondered, "Why can't Aboriginal people just get over Residential Schools?" .
Date Published:2010

Theodore Fontaine lost his family and freedom at the age of seven, when his parents were forced to leave him at an Indian residential school. His life was not his own for the next 12 years. The after-effects of those years have lasted much longer. In this powerful memoir, Theodore shares his experiences and the insights that have evolved on his healing journey. Broken Circle resonates with his resolve to help himself and others, and with his enduring belief that one can pick up the shattered pieces and use them for good. Theodore Fontaine has written a testimony that should be mandatory reading for everyone out there who has ever wondered, "Why can't Aboriginal people just get over Residential Schools?" .

Date Published:2010

All my relations : An anthology of contemporary Canadian native fiction


An Anthology of Contemporary Canadian Native Fiction
Date Published:1990

Contemporary heroes and heroines : Book IV.


Your guide to more than 100 twentieth century figures and their achievements, "Contemporary Heroes and Heroines" presents biographical portraits of people whose activites reflect a variety of heroic traits. You'll find inspiring profiles of prominent figures in many fields of endeavor, from art to technology, from aviation to social activism, all in one volume. .
Date Published:2000

Forgotten heroes

Mellor, John



Date Published:1975