tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:51:38 +0000Showcasing items that are available from the Columbia College Libraryhttp://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)Blogger264125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-5810260327922447114Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:05:00 +00002009-11-12T11:51:38.368-08:00documentaryartDVDsBeautiful documentaries with scholarly commentary and analysis on some of the movement's biggest names, including Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gauguin.The Post-ImpressionistsAvailable in our Video Collection at call number: ND553 .N27P673http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/11/post-impressionists.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-3060926144355273811Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:50:00 +00002009-11-09T15:53:20.570-08:00CaliforniaenglishgeographypoetryA collection of poetry about California and its varied geography. The Geography of Homeedited by Christopher Buckley and Gary YoungFind it in the Library at call number PS571 .C2G46 1999http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/11/geography-of-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-7281516140806874464Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:31:00 +00002009-11-06T12:28:34.748-08:00bluegrassworldmusicCDsThe acclaimed second album from the Canadian group of the same name known for its genre bending music. One review calls them "Destiny's Child meets the Chieftains," but The Duhks include something that appeals to almost any listener. The Duhksby The DuhksFind it in the Libary's Audio Collection at call number MPC D834 .D844 2005http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/11/duhks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-7865435262429467925Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:53:00 +00002009-11-02T12:57:09.357-08:00economicswebsitesA blog and podcast about the global economy produced by National Public Radio. Planet MoneyAvailable online at npr.org/blogs/money and via our Business and Economics Subject Guide.http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/11/planet-money.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-4119494797063213368Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:42:00 +00002009-10-29T09:44:27.292-07:00sportsdrugsnon-fictionA history of performance enhancement in sports from the nineteenth century to today.Dope: A History of Performance Enhancement in Sports from the Nineteenth century to today.by Daniel M. RosenFind it in the Library at call number RC1230.R65 2008http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/dope.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-7932009353498402984Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:06:00 +00002009-10-26T15:08:58.934-07:00databasesenglishwritingFind literary criticisms, author biographies, theme summaries and more with Bloom's easy to navigate literature database. Bloom's Literary Reference OnlineFind Bloom's on the Library's Article and Research Databases page, linked from our homepage.http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/blooms-literary-reference-online.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-101590492461132275Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:20:00 +00002009-10-22T09:26:57.099-07:00historyCDswritingListen to heavyweight poets such as Walt Whitman, Langston Hughes, Allen Ginsberg and others read some of the their work. Poetry on Record: 98 Poets Read Their Work 1888 - 2006by Rebekah Presson MosbyFind it in the Library's Audio collection at call number PN6101 .P63 2006 (Becaue of its size it's located on on the bottom shelf of the Ps in the Audio Collection.)http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/poetry-on-record.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-3324837168057528206Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:56:00 +00002009-10-19T16:02:22.693-07:00moviesforeignDVDsAn acclaimed Bollywood interpretation of Shakespeare's Othello set in India's most populous state. Omkaraby Vishal BhardwajFind it in the Library's Video collection at call number PN1995.9 .F7O44 2006http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/omkara.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-8189985108550641819Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:06:00 +00002009-10-15T11:13:40.839-07:00sportsnon-fictionmathautomotiveA layman's look at the 'science behind the speed' of America's top spectator sport. The Physics of NASCAR: The Science Behind the Speedby Diandra Leslie-PeleckyFind it in the Library at call number TL236.28 .L47 2009http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/physics-of-nascar.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-6417627012496152455Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:10:00 +00002009-10-12T11:17:15.843-07:00Columbianon-fictionCurious about the Library's seven wonderful woodcarvings? Earlier this year we published a book that explains how we acquired our prized collection of Bret Harte and other woodcarvings, which have been featured in Woodcarving Magazine. Check out a copy today and find out the story behind the carvings and the carvers' that created them. Columbia College Woodcarving Collection : Bret Harte Stories http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/bret-harte-woodcarvings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-7771630275531937693Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:33:00 +00002009-10-09T12:38:44.712-07:00non-fictionhistoryfoodA delicious look at the references to food laced throughout the Bard's works, complete with recipes and historical interpretation. Cooking with Shakespeareby Mark Morton and Andrew CoppolinoFind it in the Library at call number TX717 .M2875 2008http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/cooking-with-shakespeare.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-7920602647249365505Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:52:00 +00002009-10-05T13:57:40.446-07:00Californianon-fictionAn account of a year spent surfing in California interspersed with tidbits about everything from wave dynamics to surfboard design. Caught Inside: A Surfer's Year on the California Coastby Daniel DuaneFind it in the Library at call number GV840 .S8D83 1997http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/10/caught-inside.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-9175798858187577698Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:13:00 +00002009-09-30T19:17:06.772-07:00magazinesmusicA magazine devoted to music and music technology. KeyboardFind the current issue of Keyboard in our Reading Area. Back issues of all our magazines are located along the back wall of the Library in alphabetical order. Electronic access to Keyboard is available through the Full-text and Print Magazines link on our homepage.http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/keyboard.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-442418912601191449Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:49:00 +00002009-09-28T14:13:51.143-07:00non-fictionenvironmentscienceAs the world's largest rainforest, the Amazon has become a battleground for the multitude of groups vying for its resources. This book explores what that means for the health of the forest and all of us that depend on it. The Last Forestby Mark London and Brian KellyFind it in the Library at call number SD418.3 .A53L66 2007http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/last-forest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-4175042434858162772Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:46:00 +00002009-09-24T14:46:00.204-07:00worldmusicCDsFrench first lady Carla Bruni's popular debut album includes a number of tracks used in recent movies and TV commercials. Quelqu'un m'a ditby Carla BruniFind it in the Library's Audio collection at call number MW EU FR .Q83 2002http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/quelquun-ma-dit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-7208296711841732002Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:16:00 +00002009-09-21T09:34:25.762-07:00kidseducationteachingnon-fictionHow can poor kids compete with their more privileged peers? One man's efforts in Harlem involve changing their schools, neighborhoods and even the way their parents raise them. The resulting Harlem Children’s Zone has received lots of media attention, including a piece by This American Life. Whatever It Takesby Paul ToughFind it in the Library at call number HC79 .P63T68 2008http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/whatever-it-takes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-6096428003669987505Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:35:00 +00002009-09-17T11:46:34.524-07:00moviesDVDsAll of the Oscar nominated live action and animated short films for 2006, 2007 and 2008. These hard-to-find gems are a treat you can enjoy even when your evenings are filled with studying.Short Filmsby various directorsFind them in the Library's Video collection at call numbers PN1995.9 .A1C645 2006, 2007 and 2008.http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/short-films.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-2602823400099216592Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:56:00 +00002009-09-14T09:20:59.139-07:00non-fictionmathCDsA collection of math games originally published in Scientific American on one CD. Includes an interview with Martin Gardner and dozens of photos.Martin Gardner's Mathematical gamesby Martin GardnerFind it in our Audio collection at call number QA95 .G37 2005.http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/mathematical-games.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-4413783887828559861Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:25:00 +00002009-09-23T13:52:15.007-07:00non-fictionA look at how our nation's prison population has increased tenfold in the last few decades with little impact on crime rates. This is a particularly relevant topic for residents of California, the state with by far the largest prison population. Big Prisons Big Dreamsby Michael LynchFind it in the Library at call number HV9304 .L96 2007http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/big-prisons-big-dreams.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-2717154920790926582Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:46:00 +00002009-09-08T17:58:06.165-07:00moviesDVDsThe prolific maestro of suspense created dozens of films in his lifetime. This four volume collection includes 15 of his time honored classics, such as Vertigo, The Birds and The Man Who Knew Too Much. Alfred Hitchcock The Masterpiece CollectionDirected by Alfred HitchcockFind it in the Library at call number PN1995.9 .T5 A43 1976http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/alfred-hitchcocks-masterpieces.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-2558911304655504023Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:58:00 +00002009-09-04T08:02:55.445-07:00quick readnon-fictionA brief, manageable and humorous biographical look at the Czech author and his famous quirks and literary influence. Why You Should Read Kafka Before You Waste Your Lifeby James HawesFind it in the Library at call number PT2611 .A26Z746214 2008http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/09/why-you-should-read-kafka-before-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-6384593223753768844Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:56:00 +00002009-08-31T16:08:43.042-07:00non-fictionhealthA riveting look at doctors' performance in stressful - indeed, life-threatening - situations that are complicated by fatigue and limited resources; and what those challenges mean for our health.Betterby Atul GawandeFind it in the Library at call number RC66 .G39 2008http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/08/better.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-8442349961294689528Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:33:00 +00002009-08-24T08:42:03.396-07:00magazinesartA popular magazine with ceramics news, tips of the trade, artist features and an extensive calendar of ceramics related events, Ceramics Monthly is a must read for ceramics enthusiasts. Ceramics MonthlyFind the current issue of Ceramics Monthly in our Reading Area. Back issues of all our magazines are located along the back wall of the Library in alphabetical order and can be checked out for one http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/08/ceramics-monthly.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-8847578561943565738Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:22:00 +00002009-08-10T10:22:00.433-07:00documentaryarthistoryDVDsGuided by acclaimed scholar Simon Schama, this series provides in-depth histories of eight iconic works of art.Power of Artwritten and presented by Simon SchamaFind it in the Library's Video collection at call number N5300 .S56 2007http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/08/power-of-art.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4979849178177896116.post-1118465784680619226Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:38:00 +00002009-08-03T10:38:00.751-07:00folkmusicCDsA wonderful Stephen Stills album with an unlikely history, Just Roll Tape was recorded in 1968 and finally released in 2007.Just Roll Tapeby Stephen StillsFind it in our Audio collection at call number MPF S744 .J87 1968http://libraryhighlights.blogspot.com/2009/08/just-roll-tape.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Columbia College Library)0