John Owens
1) Confessions of a bad teacher: the shocking truth from the front lines of American public education
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
An explosive new look at the pressures on today's teachers and the pitfalls of school reform, Confessions of a Bad Teacher presents a passionate appeal to save public schools, before it's too late.
Author
Publisher
Eckhartz Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
The authors present a look at the Chicago White Sox 1972 baseball season, focusing on baseball player Dick Allen's arrival and first season with the White Sox, his winning the American League Most Valuable Player Award and his role in the White Sox being in the playoffs against the Oakland Athletics, all against a backdrop of Mayor Richard J. Daley's Chicago.
Author
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"In winter the Boundary Waters, way up north in Minnesota, is not the same place you canoed last summer--but still it beckons and welcomes you. Grab a pack, strap on snowshoes, make a path (Oh! they take some getting used to!), and venture out across the frozen lakes and through the snowy woods. The vast wintery world here is so still and quiet, you might think you're all alone--but no! Who made these tracks? A deer? A hare? A fox? And far off there's...
Author
Publisher
Fodor's Travel
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Whether you want to soak in the Blue Lagoon, party in Reykjavik, or hike a glacier, the local Fodor's travel experts in Iceland are here to help! Fodor's Essential Iceland guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time."--
Author
Publisher
DC Comics
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
V. 1. "Ed Brubaker's legendary run on Batman is finally collected into a definitive graphic novel series! The mind behind such critically acclaimed series Gotham Central, Catwoman and Captain America began his first mainstream superhero work on one of the greatest costumed crusaders of all-time: the Dark Knight. Mixing crime noir and mystery with superpowers, Brubaker's distinctive style helped build Batman into one of the most must-read titles of...
Author
Publisher
Marco Polo
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Explore Eastern Canada with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the region's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping, what to do on a limited budget and ideas for travel with kids. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful region of Canada has to offer.
11) Rome
Series
Publisher
Heartwood Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Explore Rome with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the city's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all that the Rome has to offer... Rediscover the Eternal City whose classical temples,...
Author
Publisher
DC Comics
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Bruce or Batman? Guilty or innocent? After being found with the dead body of Vesper Fairchild in his arms, Bruce Wayne is arrested for her murder. Looking to prove Bruce's innocence, Nightwing, Robin and Batgirl quickly begin an investigation to discover the true killer. But as the mystery unfolds, evidence of Bruce's guilt mounts and even his closest allies begin to question their mentor's innocence. Tired of portraying himself as someone he is...