New Non-Fiction for August 2007
Weissman, Joe. The Research Virtuoso: Brilliant Methods for Normal Brains. 025.524/ RES
An up-to-date guide to seeking, sourcing and sorting information on any topic including how to make use of library resources; and internet research including search engines, blogs, finding reliable and specialized websites and the deep web.
Hoffman, Nancy. Fairies. 133.14/ HOF
This series title attempts to answer questions such as "What are fairies?" "Where did fairies originate?" "Have humans and fairies ever interacted?" and other relevant questions to the folklore. (The Mystery Library)
Reber, Deborah. In Their Shoes: Extraordinary Women Describe Their Amazing Careers. 331.7/ REB
This book arms young women with the tools to make smart decisions about their future, while inspiring them with stories from women of all walks of life.
Filipovic, Zlata. Stolen Voices: Young People's War Diaries, From World War I To Iraq. 355.009/ STO
Presents fourteen journals written by adolescents coping with war from World War I to the war in Iraq, exposing the experiences of young people caught in the midst of war and the impact it has on their lives.
Sullivan, Edward T. The Ultimate Weapon: The Race to Develop the Atomic Bomb. 355.825/ SUL
Chronicles the three-year Manhattan Project, discussing scientific developments, scientists, the three secret cities, spies, and saboteurs, and describes the decision to use the atom bomb on Japan, the dropping of the bombs, and the aftermath.
Gore, Al. An Inconvenient Truth: The Crisis of Global Warming. 363.738/ GOR
Adapted from former Vice President Al Gore's adult documentary and book AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH, this book is a call to action for youth, exposing the reality of global warming.
Meierding, Loren Edward. Ace the Math on the SAT. 510.76/ MEI
Here is a step-by-step guidebook that is designed to help students on the quantitative section of the SAT with an understanding of key mathematical concepts.
McGavin, George. Endangered: Wildlife on the Brink of Extinction. 591.68/ McG
A compelling and beautifully illustrated book on endangered species and the opportunities to save them. The authors propose a reasoned and hopeful guide to a future world that will be safe for all species.
Davis, Sampson. We Beat the Street: How a Friendship Pact Led to Success. 610.92/ DAV
With an introduction by Sharon Draper, this book tells the inspiring story of three ghetto youths who grew up to be doctors. It covers their hurdles, disappointments, mistakes, and triumphs as they pursued their dreams.
The Little Black Book For Girlz: A Book On Healthy Sexuality. 613.955/ LIT
With content vetted by doctors and endorsed by health professionals, this book is the result of a diverse group of teen girls finding out the answers to questions they had about sexuality. Real life examples and important answers to hard questions.
Shivack, Nadia. Inside Out: Portrait Of An Eating Disorder. 616.852/ SHI
In this book the author gives readers a harrowing look inside her battle with anorexia and bulimia through pictures and captions.
Scowen, Kate. My Kind of Sad: What It's Like To Be Young And Depressed. 616.8527/ SCO
This book lays out the facts on moodiness, depression, and the stresses of teenaged life. It explores youth-specific mental health issues and offers teens expert advice on how to find help for themselves or a friend.
Brown, Bobbi. Bobbi Brown Teenage Beauty. 646.72/ BRO
This beauty guide for teenagers provides information on skin care, weight loss, makeup, style, and other related topics.
Editors of Teen People Magazine. Teen People: Celebrity Beauty Guide. 646.72/ TEE
The inside scoop on how your favorite stars--from Beyonce to Jessica Simpson, get gorgeous. Hundreds of tips and step-by-step advice straight from the stars and their stylists.
Niedzviecki, Hal. The Big Book Of Pop Culture: A How-To Guide For Young Artists. 700.835/ NIE
Shows readers how to reclaim cultural expression through the use of the tools of modern media: print, video, CD and the Internet. Includes do-in-a-day project ideas.
Cox, Lynne. Swimming to Antarctica: Tales of a Long-Distance Swimmer. 797.21/ COX
The famous long-distance swimmer, known for her ability to withstand cold temperatures that might kill others, now tells the fascinating story of how she braved the frigid waters of Antarctica.
Vecchione, Ed., Patrice. Faith & Doubt: An Anthology of Poems. 808.81/ COM
Anthologist Vecchione has assembled a collection of poems exploring the struggle between faith and doubt in many places--from religion, to politics and war, to love, to the act of writing itself.
Trynka, Paul. Iggy Pop: Open up and Bleed . YA/ B/ POP
Chronicles the life and career of rock star Iggy Pop, discussing his childhood, schooling, early years in music, career highs, battles with addictions, many comebacks, influence on music history, and other related topics.
Meltzer, Milton. Henry David Thoreau: A Biography. YA/ B/ THO
Presents a biography of the life and works of nineteenth-century author and naturalist Henry David Thoreau that chronicles his childhood, family, education, and achievements.
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