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Dorian Harewood
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Dorian Harewood
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11 editions published between 1991 and 2007 in English and held by 1,559 libraries worldwide Vietnam war drama which begins with a depiction of the brutality of Marine Corps training and then shifts to Vietnam, focusing mainly on a group of Marines responding to the Tet Offensive of 1968.
Roots: the next generations
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3 editions published between 1992 and 2007 in English and held by 785 libraries worldwide Follows the Haley family from the post-Civil War era until the more contemporary but still turbulent time of the 1960s and '70s, when Alex himself begins his research into the discovery of his roots.
Gothika
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9 editions published between 2003 and 2007 in English and held by 783 libraries worldwide A criminal psychologist is accused of the murder of her husband, a charge she is unable to defend herself against due to her deteriorating sanity.
Christianity the first two thousand years
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3 editions published between 2001 and 2010 in English and held by 442 libraries worldwide Tracks the evolution of the Christian faith from the Crucifixion to the Crusades and from the Reformation to the sweeping changes of Vatican II. Draws on ancient texts, the Scriptures, commentary from renowned scholars, and visits to historic sites to chronicle the events and personalities that shaped the history of Christianity.
A history of God
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3 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 382 libraries worldwide Uses balanced text analysis, archaeological insights, and more to chronicle humanity's elusive quest to know the God at the heart of the world's three great monotheistic religions--Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
12 angry men
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6 editions published between 1997 and 2011 in English and held by 353 libraries worldwide A young man's fate lies in the hands of 12 men from all walks of life, each with his own agenda, fears and personal demons. Fortunately, this is an open-and-shut case--or is it?
God's trombones a trilogy of African-American poems
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7 editions published between 1981 and 2005 in English and held by 341 libraries worldwide Features three inspirational sermons of the old-time black preachers taken from James Weldon Johnson's book of poetry titled: God's trombones.
Levity
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5 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 324 libraries worldwide Manuel Jordan has done time in prison for accidentally killing a kid during an attempted robbery. After being released, he returns to the town where he committed the crime in hopes of seeking salvation. He ends up in a community center where he meets a pastor, who helps him out. Trying to find redemption for his sins, he befriends Adele, who just happens to be the sister of the boy he shot in the robbery. He also meets teenaged Sofia, a rich girl with a drug problem. Manuel seems drawn to interfere when Adele's son Abner seems headed down a criminal path.
Sparkle
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3 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in English and held by 297 libraries worldwide Set in Harlem in 1958, this musical tells the story of three sisters struggling to find stardom as a singing group. But they learn that wishing on a star is one thing, and that being the star can be a one-way ticket to self-destruction.
Glitter
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3 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 289 libraries worldwide Billie is a talented young singer struggling to make it big in New York City. With plenty of will and determination, a voice like an angel, and the help of a handsome club DJ, Billie will quickly learn that the roller coaster ride to success is as treacherous as it can be glamorous.
Christianity the second millennium
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1 edition published in 2000 in English and held by 273 libraries worldwide This narration of the history of Christianity includes important persons and events involved in the shaping of a faith, utilizing historical documents, reenactments, and commentary from scholars.
The Jesse Owens story
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9 editions published between 1984 and 2005 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 235 libraries worldwide Jesse Owens is the track star who won four gold medals. Spanning over forty years, this powerful docudrama traces Jesse's life from his days as a sharecropper's son, through his incredible record-breaking college years, his marriage to his high school sweetheart, his monumental victories in the 1936 Olympics, and his thirty year struggle to survive in a prejudiced country that he loved so deeply.
The celebration of Kwanzaa echoes of Africa
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3 editions published between 1996 and 1998 in English and held by 235 libraries worldwide Celebrating the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa, giving thanks for first fruits and rekindling important principles for seven days.
Crime wave 18 months of mayhem
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1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 196 libraries worldwide An overview of the Depression-era crime wave waged by such renowned outlaws as John Dillinger, Machine Gun Kelly, Baby Face Nelson, Bonnie Parker, and Clyde Barrow. Features archival footage, expert commentary, and dramatic recreations.
An American Christmas carol
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1 edition published in 1999 in English and held by 173 libraries worldwide Slade, the president of a finance company, has chosen the day before Christmas to mercilessly hound the townsfolk for their loan payments and repossess their goods. That evening, alone in his apartment, Slade receives three ghostly visitors who take him on an enlightening journey through time-- to Christmas past, present and future.
Roots the complete collection
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 167 libraries worldwide Roots, adapted from the Alex Haley novel that traces his family's history from the mid-18th century when one of his ancestors was captured and sold into slavery. Follows the struggle for freedom that began with the boy's abduction in Africa to America and continued throughout the generations that followed.
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6 editions published between 2001 and 2011 in English and held by 155 libraries worldwide Vietnam war drama which begins with a depiction of the brutality of Marine Corps training and then shifts to Vietnam, focusing mainly on a group of Marines responding to the Tet Offensive of 1968.
Mayor cupcake
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1 edition published in 2011 in English and held by 119 libraries worldwide Mary Maroni is a loving wife, a caring mother of three, and Bridgestone's finest cupcake baker. Her simple life becomes a lot more complicated when her daughter secretly nominates her to run for mayor. Before she can react, an unfortunate accident involving the incumbent mayor sends her straight into office. With the love and support of her family to guide her, it is up to Mary to prove that she has the right ingredients to clean up the town. All rise for Mayor Cupcake!
Hank Aaron chasing the dream
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3 editions published between 1995 and 1997 in English and held by 110 libraries worldwide The story behind Hank Aaron's record-breaking home run and the obstacles he had to overcome. Has footage of his baseball career and interviews with baseball stars, public leaders, and other people directly influenced and inspired by his accomplishments.
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3 editions published between 2000 and 2001 in English and held by 97 libraries worldwide Raised on the wrong side of the tracks, young Jimi Hendrix knew that his music was going to be his ticket to greatness. Discovered by an unscrupulous manager and put on an exhausting world tour, Hendrix was pushed to the limit, but it paid off. Stunning audiences at Monterey and Woodstock, this groundbreaking artist was clearly on his way up, until fame led him into a dark haze of drugs and alcohol--a course which would fatally end his euphoric rise to the top. more
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