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La littérature latine (Que sais-je? ; #327)
By Pierre Grimal. 1972
La littérature latine est celle de la Rome républicaine, impériale et triomphante. Du IIIe siècle av. J.-C. au Ve siècle…
de notre ère, cet ouvrage nous invite à découvrir les oeuvres de Livius, Caton, Cicéron, Ovide, Horace, Virgile, Sénèque, Tacite... 1972.La littérature pour ceux qui ont tout oublié
By Catherine Mory, Daniel Berlion. 2013
"Un panorama des principaux genres et mouvements littéraires; des biographies vivantes des grands écrivains français et une analyse de leurs…
apports et de leurs styles; des focus sur les oeuvres les plus importantes de la littérature. "-- 4e de couv.Confessions of a reformed dieter
By A. J Rochester. 2003
When A.J. Rochester is singled out as the ideal candidate for a television show on obesity, she is at first…
appalled and then resolved. Enough is enough. She vows to lose 40 kilos - not because she yearns to become a pretzel, but so she can keep up with her little boy and turn her life around at last. A funny, insightful and inspiring account of a woman who lost 40 kilos without losing her sense of humour - and discovered a whole new life. 2003.I think you're totally wrong: a quarrel
By David Shields, Powell Caleb. 2014
An impassioned, funny, probing, fiercely inconclusive, nearly-to-the-death debate about life and art - beers included. Caleb Powell always wanted to…
become an artist, but he overcommitted to life, whereas his former professor David Shields always wanted to become a human being, but he overcommitted to art. They spend four days at a cabin in the Cascade Mountains, playing chess, shooting hoops, hiking; they rewatch My Dinner with André and The Trip, relax in a hot tub, and talk about everything they can think of in the name of exploring and debating life and art, marriage, family, sports, sex, happiness, drugs, death, betrayal - and, of course, writers and writing. 2014.Illuminations
By Hannah Arendt, Walter Benjamin, Harry Zohn. 1973
The literary-philosophical works of Walter Benjamin rank among the most influential of the post-war era. "Illuminations" contains essays on art…
and philosophy, as well as others on the art of translation, Kafka, storytelling, Baudelaire, Brecht's epic theatre, Proust and book collecting. 1973. Uniform title: Schriften.Arrival: the story of CanLit
By Nick Mount. 2017
In the mid-twentieth century, Canadian literature was transformed from a largely ignored trickle of books into an enormous cultural phenomenon…
that produced Margaret Atwood, Alice Munro, Michael Ondaatje, Mordecai Richler, and so many others. In "Arrival", acclaimed writer and critic Nick Mount answers the question: What caused the CanLit Boom? 2017.Clean protein: the revolution that will reshape your body, boost your energy and save our planet
By Kathy Freston, Bruce Friedrich. 2018
Food and wellness experts Kathy Freston and Bruce Friedrich have spent years researching the future of protein. They have talked…
to the food pioneers and the nutrition scientists, and now they've distilled what they've learned into a strength-building plan poised to reshape your body and change your world. 2018.Genius foods: become smarter, happier, and more productive while protecting your brain for life
By Max Lugavere, Paul Grewal. 2018
Discover the critical link between your brain and the food you eat, change the way you think about how your…
brain ages, and achieve optimal brain performance with this new guide from media personality and leading health voice Max Lugavere. 2018.From here to infinity: an exploration of science fiction literature (The modern scholar)
By Michael D. C Drout. 2006
In this course, Wheaton College professor Michael D.C. Drout traces the history of science fiction. From Mary Shelly's Frankenstein to…
today's cutting-edge authors, Drout offers a compelling analysis of the genre. 2006.Great expectations (SmartPass)
By Charles Dickens, Phil Viner, Jools Viner, John Lomas. 2006
From the moment Pip meets Magwitch in the graveyard this full-cast drama leaps into life, and over the three hours,…
examines the themes and historical and social background of the novel. The CD also explores Dicken's work and life and consider the alternative ending presented in the original serialization. The "all-in-one" guide also presents two sample essay questions with suggestion for essay plans and coursework. Junior and Senior High. 2006.French women don't get fat
By Mireille Guiliano. 2005
Guide to the "French paradox" of staying trim while eating for pleasure. A four-part program includes inventorying your current diet,…
adjusting to balanced portions and nutritional diversity, reintegrating favourite foods in proper measure, and maintenance. Discusses grocery shopping, food preparation, simple exercise, and secrets of Frenchwomen. Includes recipes. Bestseller. 2005.Healthy eating makes a difference: a food resource book for people living with HIV
By Sheila Murphy. 1993
A guide to nutrition adapted to the needs of people who are HIV-positive. Covers general nutrition, menu planning, cooking, and…
ideas for improving situations such as loss of appetite, diarrhea, nausea, and trouble swallowing. Also includes recipes. 1993.Foods that fight cancer: a diet and vitamin program that protects the entire family
By Patricia Hausman. 1983
"G" is for Grafton: the world of Kinsey Millhone
By Natalie Hevener Kaufman, Carol McGinnis Kay. 1997
Two professors present a "biography" of Kinsey Millhone, the fictional private detective of Sue Grafton's popular alphabetical mystery series. Millhone…
was first introduced in "A is for alibi." The authors compiled this work using the collection and Grafton's working journals. Some strong language and some violence. 1997.Healing foods (Dk Living Series)
By Miriam Polunin. 1997
This book highlights the best 50 foods to guard against illness and to enhance health and well-being. It also demystifies…
the scientific evidence about healing properties of the top health-promoting foods. Clearly displayed information enables you to assess each food's therapeutic benefits, key nutritional values, the medical conditions it can help prevent or relieve, the best forms in which to eat it, and how much to eat for particular health needs. 1997.Fit for life: A New Beginning,the Ultimate Diet And Health Plan
By Harvey Diamond, Marilyn Diamond. 1985
A plan for a permanent weight-loss that the authors say "proves it's not what you eat, but when and how."…
They emphasize that it is a sensible way to approach losing weight based on natural physiological laws and cycles of the human body. Eating only fruit until noon is one of the more important tenets of the program. Bestseller. 1985.Drawing from thousands of scientific studies, Carper discusses the role food may play with respect to heart trouble, digestive problems,…
cancer, diabetes, and other ailments. For those who wish to avoid health problems, Carper points out which foods may have preventive properties. Also discussed are foods that may be detrimental to certain health conditions. 1993.Food rules: an eater's manual
By Michael Pollan. 2009
Journalist offers a set of rules for eating wisely that draws from a variety of ethnic and cultural traditions. Discusses…
the link between diet and health and suggests that people renounce or modify the Western diet of highly processed foods and meat. Bestseller. 2009.Eat & run: my unlikely journey to ultramarathon greatness (ITK audio)
By Steve Friedman, Scott Jurek. 2012
Offers an inspirational account of Jurek's life as a runner and vegan. Regaling readers with jaw-dropping tales of endurance, Jurek…
also delivers sound science and practical advice - as well as his favourite plant-based recipes. 2012.Eternal chalice: the Grail in literature and legend (The modern scholar)
By Monica Brzezinski Potkay. 2006
In this course, College of William & Mary professor Monica Brzezinski Potkay provides an overview of the many different ways…
writers of fiction and nonfiction have imagined, and reimagined, the object known as the Grail. 2006.