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L'Everest m'a conquis: récit d'aventure
Par Yves Laforest. 1994
Suite indochinoise: récit de voyage au Vietnam
Par Jean-Luc Coatalem. 2004
Au début des années 1990, alors qu'il n'est encore qu'un jeune homme aventureux et passablement désargenté, Jean-Luc Coatalem part à…
la découverte du Vietnam communiste, qui commence seulement à s'ouvrir au tourisme. Il emporte dans ses bagages quelques livres, mais son premier compagnon de voyage n'est autre que l'ombre tutélaire de son grand-père, Camille Coatalem, un officier d'infanterie coloniale qui fut en poste en Indochine dans les années 1920. -- 4e de couvLa force du nombre: récit
Par Pauline Gélinas. 2003
Journal de voyage, autobiographie, reportage et pamphlet, un livre complexe et d'une rare richesse qui déborde d'émotions : colère, rage,…
mais aussi une empathie d'une rare qualité. L'auteure y rend compte à la fois des semaines où elle a séjourné dans la bande de Gaza, témoin indigné du sort réservé au peuple palestinien, et de la douloureuse histoire familiale qui l'avait finalement contrainte à ce voyage. L'essentiel du livre - "choses vues" à Gaza, rencontres et petits faits vécus - est d'une immédiateté et d'une force redoutables. Un bel amalgame de qualités littéraires et journalistiques. Les premières pages, par leur caractère elliptique, sont toutefois d'un accès difficile. [SDMGreen hills of Africa (Scribner classics)
Par Ernest Hemingway. 1998
La frousse autour du monde: 1
Par Bruno Blanchet. 2008
"Bruno Blanchet nous entraîne avec lui dans sa première année de périple de La Frousse autour du Monde (2004-2005). En…
plus des textes poétiques et drôles des 41 premières chroniques, Bruno a lui-même ajouté des commentaires inédits [...]. Retrouvez un Bruno absurde qui pose son regard original sur le monde et les gens qui l'entourent, qu'ils soient de Brossard ou du Myanmar!" -- 4e de couvPerdu en Afrique
Par Michel Arseneault. 2009
"Un recueil de reportages journalistiques sur l'Afrique, que Michel Arseneault a réalisés sur le terrain. L'auteur traite d'une manière intelligente…
et bien informée des problèmes sociaux, politiques et économiques que vit ce continent, mais aussi de toute l'humanité qu'on y trouve et qu'on oublie trop souvent. Ainsi, si ce recueil parle de problèmes déjà évoqués (guerres, génocides, coups d'État, famines, apartheid, enfants soldats, sida, etc.), il aborde également d'autres thèmes méconnus (les orphelins du sida, les travailleurs sociaux, les enfants accusés de sorcellerie, l'exploitation minière, le trafic d'enfants, la surpopulation, le rapport aux rois et aux chefs de tribus, l'excision, les prisonniers politiques, les maladies mentales, la richesse indécente de certains, le rapport à l'école et à la connaissance, etc.). Ce livre de Michel Arseneault se démarque cependant des autres ouvrages du même type par le regard avisé, bien informé et très humain qu'il pose sur l'Afrique, avec comme résultat de faire comprendre que l'Afrique, au fond, vit les mêmes problèmes que nous, tout comme elle rêve des mêmes idéaux [...]". -- 4e de couvLe chemin de sel: récit
Par Raynor Winn. 2023
Dans la même semaine, l'auteure et son mari Moth apprennent que ce dernier est atteint d'une maladie dégénérative et se…
retrouvent sans domicile après la saisie de leur maison par les huissiers. Ils partent tente sur le dos pour parcourir à pied les 1.013 kilomètres du sentier côtier du sud-ouest de l'Angleterre, du Somerset au Dorset. Le récit de ce voyage est aussi celui d'une renaissance.What really happens in vegas: True stories of the people who make vegas, vegas
Par James Patterson. 2023
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas—until now. James Patterson shows the real Vegas in a dazzling journey through "lively…
tales of those who labor and dream in Sin City" ( Kirkus ). Las Vegas is on Luxury Standard Time: every clock in the airport is a Rolex. No dream is too big, no wish is too small—the VIP hosts in Vegas fulfill guests' every (legal) desire. Jackpots hit when least expected. The Nevada Gaming Control Board has days to find a man who unknowingly won over $200,000 at the slots. "I love love": the inventor of the Elvis impersonator wedding and the drive-thru wedding has performed hundreds of marriages—and believes in them all. Glamorous yogis take a helicopter across the desert to the Valley of Fire, where they perform sun salutations to the glory of Las Vegas. A gambling VIP "whale" loses $1 million at the casinos, yet still leaves saying, "Had a great time. I'll be back." In What Really Happens in Vegas, full of surprises for both newcomers and Las Vegas regulars, James Patterson and Vanity Fair contributing editor Mark Seal transport readers from the thrill of adrenaline-fueled vice to the glitter of A-list celebrity and entertainmentAu pays de Dieu
Par Douglas Kennedy. 2004
L'auteur est parti à la rencontre de ces Américains qui, dans les endroits les plus reculés du Sud des Etats-Unis,…
ont trouvé Dieu. Ce récit de voyage est le récit des expériences individuelles des hommes et des femmes que Douglas Kennedy a croisés.Knitted gifts for all seasons: easy projects to make and share
Par Wendy Bernard. 2021
"An exciting book from Wendy Bernard, |Knitted Gifts for All Seasons| is packed with 30 new garments and accessories. Projects…
are organized by season and range from cozy slippers, mittens, and a pom-pom wreath to Fair Isle yoke-neck sweaters for the whole family. Embracing the full calendar year and a wide spectrum of reasons to gift knits, each project captures the season's essence through color scheme and project type, resulting in a well-rounded and unique book. Some patterns include simple non-knitting embellishments like embroidery, needle-felting, and crocheted edging options, offering additional appeal to makers. Bernard has a keen understanding of today's knitter and understands the desire to "make any project your own," and in turn, provides numerous ways to customize and personalize. |Knitted Gifts for All Seasons| is sure to be a book readers return to again and again for ideas, and to gift from continuously." -- Provided by publisherGamer girls: 25 women who built the video game industry
Par Mary Kenney. 2022
"Discover the women behind the video games we love--from the iconic games they created, the genres they invented, the studios…
and companies they built--and how they changed the industry forever. From classic games like Centipede and Solitaire to popular modern games like Final Fantasy, Uncharted, and Halo, this book explores the work and history of 25 influential women in the video game industry and how their contributions ultimately built and transformed the medium that we know today. Gamer Girls explores each woman's contributions to the industry, but also their inspirations and hardships as they worked to create the games that they wanted to play." -- Provided by publisherThe last bookseller: a life in the rare book trade
Par Gary Goodman. 2021
The internet changed the book business forever, and Goodman details how, after 2000, the internet made stores like his obsolete.…
In the 1990s, the Twin Cities had nearly fifty secondhand bookshops; today, there are fewer than ten. As both a memoir and a history of booksellers and book scouts, criminals and collectors, The Last Bookseller offers an ultimately poignant account of the used and rare book business during its final Golden Age. Adult. UnratedBill Bryson's African diary
Par Bill Bryson. 2002
In the early fall of 2002, famed travel writer Bill Bryson journeyed to Kenya at the invitation of CARE International,…
the charity dedicated to working with local communities to eradicate poverty around the world. He arrived with a set of mental images of Africa gleaned from television broadcasts of low-budget movies, but the vibrant reality of Kenya and its people took over the second he deplaned in Nairobi. This diary records Bill Bryson's impressions of his trip with his trademark style of wry observation and curious insight. Adult. UnratedOur shed: a father-daughter building story
Par Robert Broder. 2020
A father teaches his daughter how to build a backyard shed for storing the necessities of family life--a lawn mower,…
sprinkler, sleds, kid toys. For each practical element the dad brings to the project, his daughter adds her own imaginative creative spin. For grades K-3. UnratedChasing Aphrodite: the hunt for looted antiquities at the world's richest museum
Par Jason Felch. 2011
In 2005, the art world was rocked by scandal when news broke that the prestigious J. Paul Getty Museum had…
a long history of purchasing looted antiquities. Beginning in the 1960's with Getty's purchase of questionable European statues, this story chronicles the rise of the world's richest museum, and documents how the museum's curators knowingly purchased stolen art until 2000, when a Rome magistrate sued for the return of Italian statues. California Book Award winner. Some strong languageA New York City family's remarkable story of how they gave up their urban life, packed up their family of…
seven, and braved the difficult conditions of the Atlantic Ocean as they sailed more than 2,500 miles from New York to and around the Caribbean. AdultCrochet cute critters: 26 easy amigurumi patterns
Par Sarah Zimmerman. 2021
"Discover how simple crafting your own crochet plush animals can be. From alligators to zebras, Crochet Cute Critters features 26…
beginner-friendly patterns for creating all kinds of cuddly companions. Amigurumi--the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed toys--might seem intimidating, but this book keeps it easy and fun with complete guides that cover everything you need to know. Whether you're stitching up huggable gifts for kids or grandkids or just looking to assemble your own plush menagerie, this crochet pattern book will have you up and going in no time. Crochet your way through the alphabet with: -Animal projects from A to Z: using easy crochet patterns, learn to craft cute animal friends like Alex the Alligator, Freddy the Fox, and Zina the Zebra -Easy-to-follow instructions: step-by-step guidance makes stitching, detailing, and stuffing your animals easy for beginners -Basics to build on: each animal project shares the same basic head and body pattern, allowing you to carry your practice and experience from project to project. Discover how fun and easy it can be to crochet your own Amigurumi with the help of Crochet Cute Critters." -- Provided by publisherKnit shawls & wraps in 1 week: 30 quick patterns to keep you cozy in style
Par Marie Greene. 2019
"It's all about the layers in Marie Greene's new collection of 30 stylish, versatile shawls, wraps and cowls. Back from…
her must-have debut Seamless Knit Sweaters in 2 Weeks, Marie has created gorgeous shawls that knit up in as little as 1 week and wear like a dream. Easy to memorize and portable, these patterns range from voluminous wraps to cute cowls, making it easy to enjoy the satisfaction of a finished project or last-minute gift, even when your knitting time is limited. With Marie's signature foolproof instructions, these patterns are perfect for advanced beginners and beyond. Whether you're looking for a light spring layer, a summer statement piece or a thick toasty shawl, you'll find a wide array of colors, shapes and yarn weights to complement your style, no matter the weather." -- Provided by publisher"Sustainability is creeping into all aspects of our lives. The beauty industry is one of the biggest polluters, littering our…
oceans with used plastic bottles and containers. In response to this there is a growing movement of people looking for cleaner and greener ways to beautify. Learn how to simplify your beauty regime with Botanical Soaps as this book shows you how to create your own beauty products using all natural ingredients. Demystify your skin type and discover how to combat bathroom plastic, minimise your routine by making your own soaps, shampoo bars and other beauty products, including lip butters, cleansers, bath salts and natural deodorants. Botanical Soaps is a beautiful and inspiring lifestyle guide that will encourage you to green up your beauty regime with all natural, organic projects that are kinder to both the planet and your skin." -- Provided by publisherDIY circus lab for kids: a family-friendly guide for juggling, balancing, clowning and show-making (Lab for kids)
Par Jackie Leigh Davis. 2018
"DIY Circus Lab for Kids gives families everything they need to produce their own circus! Author Jackie Leigh Davis invites…
the you into the international youth circus community, then dives into the circus skill families: juggling, acrobatics, manipulation, balance, and clowning. The book opens with a do-it-yourself prop-making class, and provides enough homemade circus equipment to get you started on some fun circus basics. Rising circus stars will then move on to lessons in toss juggling, flower sticks, poi, human pyramids, and how to move on to even more tricks and skills. And best yet, kids." -- Provided by publisher