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The spinster & the prophet: Florence Deeks, H.G. Wells, and the mystery of the purloined past
Par A. B McKillop. 2000
This volume examines the mystery behind Florence Deeks' 1925 lawsuit, which claimed that H. G. Wells plagiarized her manuscript in…
the writing of his international best-seller The Outline of History. In this exploration, McKillop introduces several sources, including renowned publishers, editors, lawyers, judges, and others, who come forward in this work to offer an account of one of the most notorious literary legal battles of the 20th century. 2000.Standoff: Why Reconciliation Fails Indigenous People and How to Fix It
Par Bruce McIvor. 2021
Faced with a constant stream of news reports of standoffs and confrontations, Canada’s “reconciliation project” has obviously gone off the…
rails. In this series of concise and thoughtful essays, lawyer and historian Bruce McIvor explains why reconciliation with Indigenous peoples is failing and what needs to be done to fix it. Widely known as a passionate advocate for Indigenous rights, McIvor reports from the front lines of legal and political disputes that have gripped the nation. From Wet’suwet’en opposition to a pipeline in northern British Columbia, to Mi’kmaw exercising their fishing rights in Nova Scotia, McIvor has been actively involved in advising First Nation clients, fielding industry and non-Indigenous opposition to true reconciliation, and explaining to government officials why their policies are failing. McIvor’s essays are honest and heartfelt. In clear, plain language he explains the historical and social forces that underpin the development of Indigenous law, criticizes the current legal shortcomings and charts a practical, principled way forward. By weaving in personal stories of growing up Métis on the fringes of the Peguis First Nation in Manitoba and representing First Nations in court and negotiations, McIvor brings to life the human side of the law and politics surrounding Indigenous peoples’ ongoing struggle for fairness and justice. His writing covers many of the most important issues that have become part of a national dialogue, including systemic racism, treaty rights, violence against Indigenous people, Métis identity, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (UNDRIP) and the duty to consult. McIvor’s message is consistent and powerful: if Canadians are brave enough to confront the reality of the country’s colonialist past and present and insist that politicians replace empty promises with concrete, meaningful change, there is a realistic path forward based on respect, recognition and the implementation of Indigenous rights.Midnight assassin: a murder in America's heartland
Par Thomas Wolf, Patricia L. Bryan. 2005
In December 1900, a prosperous Iowa farmer was murdered in his bed--killed by two blows of an ax to his…
head. Four days later, the victim's wife, Margaret Hossack, was arrested and charged with the crime. The community was split by the trial which was covered by young journalist Susan Glaspell, later an acclaimed writer. Co-author is Thomas Wolf. Unrated. 2005As the world burns: the new generation of activists and the landmark legal fight against climate change
Par Lee van der Voo. 2020
Journalist profiles the twenty-one youth plaintiffs from across the United States who sued the government in 2018 for the right…
to inherit a planet not irrevocably damaged by climate change. Discusses the individual circumstances of the plaintiffs and government policies which relaxed environmental regulations. Strong language. 2020Structured negotiation: a winning alternative to lawsuits
Par Lainey Feingold. 2016
Lawyer explains the process of structured negotiation as an alternative to lawsuits. Details the seven stages: preparing a case, establishing…
ground rules, sharing information and expertise, moving negotiations forward, handling the unexpected, drafting an agreement, and post-settlement strategies. Case studies include ones of interest to the blind community. 2016Notorious RBG: the life and times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Par Shana Knizhnik, Irin Carmon. 2015
Profile of the life of Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (born 1933) and popular culture representations of her. Discusses…
her early life growing up in Brooklyn, her legal and judicial career, family life, commitment to and fight for women's rights, and relationships with her fellow justices. Bestseller. 2015Law professor analyzes the events that led to 1919 dissent of Supreme Court Justice Holmes in the First Amendment case…
Abrams vs. United States. Examines previous decisions in opposition to the view expressed in the dissent, correspondence with interested parties, and influential personal relationships. 2013In the kingdom of the sick: a social history of chronic illness in America
Par Laurie Edwards. 2013
The author of Life Disrupted: Getting Real about Chronic Illness in Your Twenties and Thirties (DB 67333), reviews the history…
of chronic disease, disability rights, the women's health movement, and cultural assumptions about the sick. Includes stories from patients and critiques of the health-care system. 2013Privacy (Big ideas/small books)
Par Garret Keizer. 2012
Author draws a connection between the widening gap of wealth and the shrinking of personal privacy. Defines privacy, discusses its…
worth, and describes the difference between alienation and the preference for a private life. 2012Americans with Disabilities Act (Landmark Legislation Ser.)
Par Susan Dudley Gold. 2011
Describes the history of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, including how people with disabilities and their supporters fought…
over the decades to win civil rights and how the piece of legislation became a law.First apartment smarts (Get Smart with Your Money Ser.)
Par Ann Byers. 2010
Guide for first-time renters. Suggests creating a plan to address needs, wants, and concerns and constructing a practical budget. Offers…
housing-search strategies, resources, checklists, tips for moving in, and more. For senior high and older readers. 2010Landmark: the inside story of America's new health-care law and what it means for us all
Par Staff of the Washington Post, Washington Post Company. 2010
Washington Post reporters examine the provisions of the 2010 health-care law and the likely impact the law will have on…
Americans, including medical providers, employers, and young adults. They describe the political debate that led to the changes in the bill and provide a summary of the act. Some strong language. 2010A disability history of the United States (ReVisioning American history #2)
Par Kim E. Nielsen. 2012
Professor and author of The Radical Lives of Helen Keller (DB 57987) chronicles the role of people with disabilities in…
America. Discusses the concept of dependency, Native American beliefs, disabled war veterans, institutionalization, and civil rights activism. 2012Journalist explains the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act--coined Obamacare--and its effect on various groups, including the insured, the…
uninsured, senior citizens, illegal aliens, and others. Discusses the rollout and details changes in health insurance, long-term care, Medicaid, and Medicare. Offers suggestions to control personal costs. Bestseller. 2013Beating Obamacare: your handbook for surviving the new health care law
Par Betsy McCaughey Ross. 2013
Patient advocate and former lieutenant governor of New York presents a guide to understanding the federal Patient Protection and Affordable…
Care Act, which becomes law in January 2014. Discusses health-insurance exchanges, individual mandates, Medicare, Medicaid, and more. Contains a time line. Bestseller. 2013Michelle: a biography
Par Liza Mundy. 2008
Washington Post staff writer describes Michelle Obama's life from childhood through her political journey of becoming America's first African American…
first lady. Discusses her being the child of a Chicago city worker; her Ivy League education and successful career; marriage to Barack, who calls her "the boss"; and motherhood. 2008Faces from the past: forgotten people of North America
Par James M. Deem. 2012
Case studies detail the reconstruction of skulls uncovered by archaeologists. Provides information about each excavation, the history of the site,…
and theories about the person's final moments. Includes Nevada's Spirit Cave Man, who lived 10,500 years ago, and skeletons from Albany's Almshouse Cemetery. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2012Planning for uncertainty: living wills and other advance directives for you and your family (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)
Par William Reichel, David John Doukas. 2007
Physicians offer advice on making and communicating medical and legal decisions concerning end-of-life care. Uses a question-and-answer format to explain…
proxies, advance directives, living wills, and the Patient Self-Determination Act. Emphasizes the connection between values and treatment preferences. Includes resources and web sites for obtaining legal forms. 2007Legal tips designed to help with informed decision-making. Includes advice on divorce and remarriage, grandparents' rights, social security, pensions, estate…
planning, disability, Medicare and Medicaid, housing, and consumer protection, among other topics. Highlights questions to ask a lawyer and explains legal terms. 2006Everyday law for seniors (Everyday law series)
Par Lawrence A. Frolik, Linda S. Whitton. 2010
Attorneys practicing elder law explain senior citizens' rights and obligations, exploring subjects such as age discrimination, Social Security, Medicaid, and…
retirement benefits. The authors also discuss long-term health care insurance, guardianship, and housing options. 2010