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  Joan Crawford and Bette Davis:...

  Editors Charles River

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  The life of Joan Crawford is one of the most famous Hollywood rags-to-riches tales. While it is common to think of Hollywood as a land offering great opportunity to hard-working actresses, the Horatio Alger myth rarely applies in reality, but it applied almost perfectly to Joan Crawford. Crawford grew up in relative poverty, with both of her childhood father figures abandoning the family before she became a teenager, and she relied on undying ambition in order to progress through the ranks of the show business circuit and then the Hollywood studio system. This drive to succeed continued throughout her entire career, and Crawford’s public battles with both studios (MGM in particular) and other stars (first Norma Shearer and later Bette Davis) were borne out of an unmatched competitive streak. Joan Crawford’s life and career also shed light on the treatment of women in pop culture and in cinema during the early 20th century.  
  	Bette Davis presided over Hollywood at a time in which the film industry was at its most influential. Every actress from Katharine Hepburn to Ingrid Bergman and Ginger Rodgers, themselves now considered among Hollywood’s greatest icons, lived in the shadow of Bette Davis. Not only was Davis a box office sensation and commercial success - she became the highest paid actress in 1938 - but she garnered more critical acclaim than any other actress during the time period, as evidenced by the fact that she was the first actress to be nominated for 10 Academy Awards.  Recently, her place in history was cemented when she was named as the second greatest actress of the 20th century by the American Film Institute behind only Katharine Hepburn (AFI 100 Years…100 Stars).

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  My Life Beyond Depression - A...

  Hey Gee

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  Author and illustrator Hey Gee tells the story of a real-life Mayo Clinic patient. Through a first-person narrative, this book gives a glimpse into the daily routine, challenges, and coping techniques of a child managing depression. Color and visual techniques bring the emotional ups and downs to life for a powerful impact.

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  GOD RACE AND NATION - Inside the...

  Brian Gibson

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  This book analyzes the profound symbolism encapsulated in the white robe and hood famously worn by the modern Ku Klux Klan, exploring their central role in shaping the racial consciousness of contemporary America. Tracing the historical evolution of Klan regalia, the book illustrates how the visual representation of the Klansman in uniform influenced the rise, expansion, and ultimately decline of this notorious white supremacist fraternity in the early 20th century. 
  The book meticulously examines the intricate interplay between the image of Klansmen in uniform, the clothes themselves, and the ideological underpinnings embraced by the Klan. It provides a compelling lens to understand the intricate connections between material culture, visual reconstruction, and material use.

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  The Nutcracker and the Mouse King

  E. T. A. Hoffmann

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  *The Nutcracker and the Mouse King* by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a classic children's story written in the early 19th century. The narrative revolves around young siblings Fritz and Maria Stahlbaum, who embark on a magical and adventurous Christmas Eve. With themes of imagination, bravery, and the struggle between good and evil, the story introduces the whimsical character of the Nutcracker, who becomes a hero in an epic battle against the ruthless Mouse King. 
  At the beginning of the tale, Fritz and Maria eagerly anticipate Christmas, filled with excitement and curiosity about the gifts prepared by their mysterious Uncle Drosselmeier. As the evening unfolds with Christmas traditions and beautifully decorated gifts, the atmosphere becomes enchanting when Maria receives the Nutcracker as a present. However, the scene quickly escalates into a fantastical battle as Maria discovers that her toys come to life, leading to a dramatic conflict between the Nutcracker and the Mouse King. This captivating opening sets the tone for a story filled with fantasy, warmth, and adventure, engaging the reader's imagination and preparing them for the enchanting fairy-tale journey ahead.

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  Gus and the Starlight - A...

  Victoria Carless

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  A spine-tingling and heart-warming story about friendship and finding your special place in the world. 
    
  Gus doesn't want to make friends. She also doesn't want to be intrigued by the cat-lady teacher at her new school, or the Riley's Comet project that she and her seaweed-eating science partner are working on together. 
  And she definitely doesn't want to fall in love with her job as the projectionist at the Starlight, a drive-in movie theatre that her family is reviving. 
  Because, knowing Gus's luck, she and her family could be moving on in a day, or a week, or a month. When the ghosts that haunt Mum catch up with them. Or if the Starlight doesn't succeed.  
  Then she'll have to say goodbye. Again.  
  And saying goodbye is too hard. 
  PRAISE FOR GUS AND THE STARLIGHT 
  'A magical middle-grade book with a feather-light fantastical touch that wonderfully helps the young protagonist figure out their complex and confusing family; the hope they have in their heart for a fresh start, and the ways that the past can haunt and help us. Just - stunning!' 
  - Danielle Binks, award-winning author of The Year the Maps Changed 
  'An utterly captivating tale of family, friends and a haunted drive-in cinema, told with gentle humour and poignant moments that tug on the heart-strings.' 
  - Kate Forsyth, best-selling and award-winning author of The Chain of Charms series 
  'What a beautifully-put-together middle grade novel. Victoria has done such a great job of bringing this tale to life. Gus is a wonderful hero and I was cheering for her and the Ables the whole way. This has the perfect mix of feels, humour and pathos, and a sprinkle of supernatural!' 
  - Karen Foxlee, award-winning author of Lenny's Book of Everything and Dragon Skin 
  'A novel that is as full of heart as it is ghosts. Charming, exciting, poignant. An enchanting debut.' 
  - Rebecca McRitchie, award-winning author of the Whimsy & Woe and Jinxed! series 
  'A delightfully offbeat ghost story, featuring cinema, snacks, school projects and the joy of second chances.' 
  - Jaclyn Moriarty, award-winning author of The Extremely Inconvenient Adventures of Bronte Mettlestone 
  'A moving and haunting read. This magical and quintessentially Australian tale is all about storytelling and how we have the capacity to rewrite our own destinies.' 
  - Yvette Poshoglian, best-selling author of the Ella and Olivia series 
  'A lovely, quirky, heart-warming story, about ghosts and movies and finding a home.' 
  - Judith Rossell, award-winning author of Withering-by-Sea 
  'Quirky, sweetly nostalgic and deeply immersive. A book that quickly became a treasured friend.'  
  - Jen Storer, award-winning author of the Truly Tan series  
  HarperCollins Australia Children’s 2022

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  Brer Fox Brer Rabbit and the Two...

  Geoffrey Thomas

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  This story is excerpted from The Legendary Casey Jones: And Other American Folktales by Geoffrey Thomas. These short stories are brimming with the big-heartedness, warmth, and homespun humor that the author is known for. Geoffrey Thomas introduces extraordinary characters in this mesmerizing tale of American heritage. Perfect for both middle-grade (9–12 year-old) and Young Adult readers and teeming with gospel truth and encouragement.

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