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by Dan Birchfield, A&S '89 "The Invitation" challenges readers to rise above simply surviving life to "truly living the abundant life in Christ," according to author Dan Birchfield. Each chapter deals with a specific instance in the life of Jesus when he took time for fellowship with those around him. Birchfield draws from the events of the Bible and applies them to his personal experiences to encourage others in their spiritual journeys as well. The book provides biblical and practical advice as to how this can be accomplished each day. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1441460519
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by Jana Evans Braziel, UC associate professor, English and comparative literature Jana Evans Braziel examines how Haitian diaspora writers, performance artists and musicians address black masculinity through the Haitian Creole concept of gwo ngs, or "big men." She focuses on six artists and their work: writer Dany Laferriere, director Raoul Peck, rap artist Wyclef Jean, artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, drag queen performer and poet Assotto Saint and queer drag king performer Drad (a.k.a. Mildrad Gerestant). This is a groundbreaking study at the intersections of gender and sexuality with race, ethnicity and nationality. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0253219787
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by Lawrence A.Q. Burnley, (A&S) '79 Like other U.S. Protestant organizations, the Christian Church helped establish schools for African-Americans in the South following the end of the Civil War. According to the author, the most widely read books on the history of this church tend to "relegate the role of black people to passive recipients of white benevolence and largesse in this process of education reform." Instead, Burnley argues that blacks played an active role within the Christian Church, and that white church leaders early efforts may have hindered, rather than helped, the advancement of black people in the South. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0881461342
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by Joseph Clark, UC professor of neurology At 18, Joseph Clark started working as an ambulance attendant to pay his way through college. For the next seven years he worked New York City's most dangerous neighborhoods as an emergency medical technician, dealing with the medical emergencies from drug overdoses, gang fights, car crashes and worse, all while juggling schoolwork and a personal life.His stories are a graphic portrayal of the life of an ambulance EMT. From dealing with a body that is frozen solid and trapped under a front porch to climbing into the burned-out wreck of a car to treat the seriously injured driver, Clark's stories are horrifying, poignant, touching and often filled with the dark humor that is so characteristic of the people who work under extreme stress. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1554074479
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by Ellen Everman Deaton, A&S '82 An introspective novel set in the 1950s told by an 11-year-old baby boomer who captures the nuances of the colorful decade of poodle skirts, big-finned cars, space exploration and stirrings of a future cultural revolution. Witnessing the first generation of adolescents to be called "teenagers" broadly by the public, the protagonist comes of age during an exciting period of American history. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0979880297
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by Duncan Dieterly, (A&S) '61 Author Duncan Dieterly uses the first of a two-book series of short stories to spin tales that, at times, blur the line between reality and fiction; modern-day fables that will fascinate, enlighten, frighten, anger and excite the reader. Born out of the Dieterly’s perceptive eye, rich imagination and colorful life experiences, the stories found in this work range from the drug-infested inter-city slums to the world of high finance and wealth, all wrapped together in one 250-page package. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1436302196
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by Roy Eckart, UC professor emeritus, mechanical engineering This easy-to-read book offers practical advice for young professionals aspiring to leadership positions in the corporate world. Different leadership styles are outlined, along with a leader's tool box, essential for those just beginning their ascent. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1440492150
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by Jeannine Hall Gailey, (A&S) '94, MA (A&S) '99 Alternately funny, violent, wicked and sad, this first collection of poems by Jeannine Hall Gailey presents mythic archetypes in a surprising new light against a backdrop of pop culture, Ovid, Grimm’s fairy tales and the struggles of contemporary women. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0974326437
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by Richard Herman, A&S '87 and Robert Smith This book brings to the forefront the drive and entrepreneurial spirit of America's new legal immigrants. The authors argue that from engineering to computer technology, immigrants are now the country's competitive advantage. The cultural and psychological reasons for immigrants' success is detailed here, as well as how these newest Americans will create jobs of the future. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0470455713
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by Rome Hughes, '74 Based on a true story, a devastating murder of a homosexual man rocks a community. This book gives insight into the prejudice and injustice plaguing our daily lives. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1436397057
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by Melissa Kramer, UC journalism student, (A&S) One hundred years ago, five hillside railroads — known as inclines — carried Cincinnati citizens and tourists to the peaks of Mount Adams, Mount Auburn, Clifton and Price Hill. Kramer's first book examines the rise and fall of the inclines and their hilltop resorts through historic images, some never-before published. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0738561304
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by Dianne Castelluccio Kruetzkamp, Ed '68 From USA Today best-selling author Dianne Castell (her pen-name) comes this tale of four best friends who have never fit in anywhere and now find themselves in Savannah, Ga., a city of history, mystery and more than a few ghosts. It's also where the ladies get to know four mysterious, alluring bachelors who have enticing secrets of their own. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0758223617
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by Shirley Motter Linde and Peter Hauri There are an estimated 30 million Americans suffering from insomnia and other sleep disorders. Beginning with possible causes, including diet, exercise and stress, this guide offers detailed steps for ridding oneself of insomnia. The book covers the latest research and therapy programs, ranging from helping children sleep to kicking a sleeping-pill habit and more, and offers many anecdotes and actual case studies.Shirley is also known as author of the best-sellers "The Whole Health Catalogue & Dr Atkins" and "Superenergy Diet" with Dr. Robert Atkins. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0471149047
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by Gene Hessler, Ed '55 Born and educated in Cincinnati, Hessler became a musician and traveled with big-name bands starting in the 1950s. Hessler settled in NYC where he freelanced, recorded and performed in pit orchestras for Broadway musicals including the Music Man, Camelot, Annie and many others. Hessler's career included Joan Sutherland's U.S. debut and Billie Holiday's final performance. In the latter part of his career, Hessler became interested in security engraving and have been recognized for studies, discoveries and books written on the subject. Direct all inquiries for purchase to the author at engraversline@aol.com Order Information:
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ISBN # : 9780976841111
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by Steve Magas, A&S '79, Ed '79, and Bob Mionske; Foreword by Lance Armstrong Magas co-authors "Bicycling and the Law" with Bob Mionske, an Olympic cyclist-turned-lawyer. The book is a legal reference for bicyclists and answers three basic questions that arise in many real-world situations: 1) What are my rights? 2) What are my responsibilities? 3) What steps do I take to solve the problem? Cycling great Lance Armstrong wrote the foreward the this book, which Magas was asked to contribute based on his 20-plus years as "The Bike Lawyer," representing cyclists, writing about "Bike Law" issues and working at the local, state and national level on bicycle law and policy. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1931382999
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By Bruce McClung, CCM associate professor The Broadway musical "Lady in the Dark," a smash hit when it debuted in 1941, was never revived and has earned a mystique throughout the years. In this nationally acclaimed book, writer Bruce McClung pieces together the tale of the original production through interviews with 11 former cast members. By weaving their stories together, McClung creates a "biography" of the infamous musical from a backstage perspective. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 019538508X
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by John McNay, UC associate professor of history When Henry Grady died in 1957, one obituary called him “America’s top diplomatic soldier” for a critical period of the Cold War, and over a long career he was deeply involved in events that changed our role in the world. Even so, this self-described “soft” cold warrior has been largely overlooked by historians. His memoirs, left to languish with his other papers, are now published for the first time, offering new insight into the origins and implementation of American trade and development policies—and into the tumult that was the Cold War. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0826218326
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by Deborah Meem, UC professor and interim head, Department of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies “Finding Out” introduces readers to lesbian-gay-bisexual-transgender studies. Unlike most books on LGBT, this textbook combines original material with esteemed journal articles. Chapter introductions, written by the authors, place current research findings in a clear context. This book reviews the history of same-sex relationships and gender variance from ancient Greece to the present yet goes beyond a historical account to provide an in-depth examination of LGBT culture and society. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1412938651
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by Patricia Normile, Ed '61 After meeting Jesuit activist and Nobel Peace Prize nominee John Dear on a peace pilgrimage, Patricia Normile was inspired by his tireless and courageous work for peace. Her great desire to spread Dear's message led her to compile selections from Dear’s books and articles. In this book, Normile introduces the man, John Dear, and focuses on selections from his statements on living a nonviolent life. Each selection is followed by a brief reflection to engage readers to act on Jesus’—and Dear’s—call to peace and nonviolence. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0867168544
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by Gene A. Saucier, CCM '50 This book was written to serve as a primer for the instrumental music education student and to assist teachers in the field. "Woodwinds" provides a clear, systematic presentation of tone production, fingering, embouchure, breath support, vibrato and basic acoustical behavior. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0967976502
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by Betty Ann Smiddy, (A&S) '71, MS [(A&S)] '74 At the turn of the 19th century, Cincinnati was booming with industry and culture as European immigrants came to the city to fill jobs, goods moved along the Miami-Erie Canal and rural hilltops developed into suburbs. This book captures the essence of the era through photographs taken by Frank Wilmes, photos forgotten until William Deak purchased the negatives and developed the film in 1947. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0738534366
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by Betty Ann Smiddy, (A&S) '71, MS (A&S) '74 This book explores Cincinnati catastrophes from 1905 to 1937, featuring floods, tornadoes, fires, explosions, winter storms and crashes. Although tragic, disasters were popular postcard subjects in the early 1900s, with many of the photographs taken by professional photographers. The postcards documenting the 1907 and 1913 floods make up the bulk of this book, as these events dramatically affected Cincinnatians’ lives and led to innovative flood prevention planning and health initiatives. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0738551252
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by Charles Steele, DAAP '68 Did the "Big Bang" create the universe? Did life start by chance, all without a cause? Does God exist? New discoveries in science are leading some to point to a "creator" to explain the unexplainable. Science is observing that many features of our universe could not have happened purely by chance. Join new author Charles Steele as he offers insight into the ongoing debate between religion and science. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1606960091
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by Erica Stux, A&S '49, '50 24 common North American birds are illustrated and described in rhyming poetry. Seven additional poems deal with bird life. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1441510265
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by Joseph Tomain, Dean Emeritus, College of Law This book examines the enduring problem of the relationship between man's law and a "higher" law from the perspective of core humanities texts and through discussion of hotly debated contemporary legal conundrums. Today, such issues as intelligent design in school curricula, same-sex marriage and faith-based government grants are all examples of the interaction between man's law and some other set of moral principles. The author uses ancient as well as defining 20th-century texts to explore the most prominent conflicts and court ruling under consideration today. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0195333411
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by Jennifer Webster, Med '02 Lily Wright is a doctoral student in psychology struggling to uncover the cause of her own serious depression. As the anxiety generated by her increasingly disturbing dreams and flashbacks convinces her she has repressed the memory of some traumatic event, she finds herself clinging to the one unexpected bright spot in her life - the intoxicating and debonair Dr. Gabriel Martin. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0981974228
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by Douglas Cooper-Spencer, public inquiries assistant, UC College of Arts and Sciences advising A marriage ends after the husband comes out the closet. Now the ex-couple must struggle with the love and respect they once had for each other as well as with their new identities -- she, as a single woman scorned by her gay husband and he, as a man who has come to identify himself as gay -- and what about their children? This book is for anyone who has ever been married or in a relationship where one partner comes out of the closet. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1435720725
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by James K. Wessel, Eng '62 Wessel's book is written to educate readers about recent advances in the area of new materials used in making products. Materials and their properties usually limit the component designer. The book Presents information about metals, ceramics, poymer-based and other advanced materials that enable products to be designed in a new, cost-effective ways. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0471454753
