Some actions have unanticipated and unpleasant effects. These six titles explore how characters deal with those consequences—or avoid them—and the larger ramifications of their choices.
Wagner Encyclopedia, Environmental Literacy, Animals & Birds of the Serengeti | Reference Short Takes
By on June 5, 2014
A learned treatise on the life and legacy of an influential—and controversial—cultural figure; Dashefsky’s engaging tour of environmental topics; a colorful, easy-to-read overview of the fascinating animals to be found on safari in Tanzania
ProQuest’s NAACP Papers, History Vault & Treehouse | Reference eReviews
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An essential acquisition for libraries serving scholars in civil and human rights, American history, criminal justice, social choice and political theory, military history, and sociology; an effective part of an educational program.
The Birth of a Database
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Adam Matthew is a London-based database vendor that produces collections of digitized primary sources in the humanities and social sciences. They believe a collaborative approach is crucial to producing a great resource.
Oxford’s English Grammar, Zoology; Bloomsbury’s Popular Music of the World | Reference Reviews
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An in-depth explanation of grammatical terms for writers, those who teach writing and grammar, or who love words and their combinations; comprehensive articles and references on Caribbean and Latin American popular music genres
Mathematics Appreciation, Antibiotics & Human Health, A Call for Global Ecological Change, & More | Science & Technology Reviews
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Bellos exposes readers to mathematical topics & tools, the unforeseen consequences of the overuse of antibiotics, tips that will have home cooks making paneer and spice blends with confidence, a structured jump-start for healthy eating
Neil Armstrong Bio, Real-Life Spy Drama, Cold War Politics, plus Pro Media, & More | Social Sciences Reviews
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The ups and downs of Armstrong’s life and career, a fascinating story about a complicated spy, social media strategies for business, optimal research resources for librarians, studies on Russian leadership, a wish book for travelers
Urban Sketching, the Quilter’s Appliqué, plus Hardanger Embroidery & Designer DIY | Crafts & DIY Reviews
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From Urban Sketching to Origami Master Class Flowers to Rustic Gardens, many of these projects can be Made by Yourself
Nothing but Net: Playoff Caliber Basketball Titles
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Showtime! Presenting Billy “the Hill” and the Jump Shot, Michael Jordan, The Hoops Whisperer, and more
Memorable Missives, Baseball’s Quirkiest, Women’s Boxing, & More | Arts & Humanities Reviews
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Sports extremists who challenge failure and death on a regular basis, Letters of Note written by both the famous and the unknown dating as far back as 1340 BCE, Mudville Madness is a must
