Literature & Libraries

Question 70525 asked on 2010-03-03 17:27:05

what is a concession statement?

Question 70814 asked on 2010-03-08 19:04:00

how do you write a paper for english literature in format for literature

Question 70856 asked on 2010-03-09 09:20:10

I am currently taking the english 20 course from blackboard and everytime I try to access your library resources for URLS under the resource section it tells me the website is not available. How do I find of how to do this?

Question 70992 asked on 2010-03-11 09:20:56

About 10 yrs ago, I read a series of mystery novels from the Yellowknife library. The setting was England in a small town during modern times. A middle aged woman recently widowed was a reluctant sleuth. I believe her deceased husband was a priest. She had a grown married daughter who was constantly trying to get money or posessions from her. At first the mother gave in. Over the course of the stories the mother started to develop some backbone. I've tried over the years to find the author's name with no luck? Does anyone this series of books?

Question 71247 asked on 2010-03-17 14:41:40

what is another word for anti-gun

Question 71290 asked on 2010-03-18 14:11:29

A book I read about 10 years ago. Was about the dna of christ taken from his shroud and 3 or 4 children were born from this dna , the vatican is trying to find the children and kill them. One child survies and at the end of the book a bird flies into the window of his house and he picks it up and brings it back to life. I thought the book was something like generationx or the genesis code but those searches did not bring up the right book. Any info on author would be greatly appreciated as I would love to read the book again. The author had only wriiten 2 books at the time I read this one. Thanks so much for any help.

Question 71395 asked on 2010-03-21 08:59:43

Can you give me the whole poem with these lines; ------------Dust balls go to sleep I'm watching my baby and babies don't keep.

Question 71423 asked on 2010-03-21 21:58:35

I came across an excellent quotation by Jo Godwin: "A truly great library contains something in it to offend everyone." Who is Jo Godwin? Is this person still alive? Is Jo (or was Jo) a librarian?

Question 71438 asked on 2010-03-22 09:55:18

Who wrote the book Alligator Baby? The book is a children's storybook and I would like to know the author and the publication year. Thanks

Question 71579 asked on 2010-03-25 10:32:52

Write a composition on the topic . Explain why a certain sport is your favoriet

Question 71597 asked on 2010-03-25 18:13:30

I am looking for a series of mysteries about a WWI returned English soldier who goes into police work. He is haunted and hears the voice of a friend named 'Hamish' whom he had to order to be shot for refusing to go over the top. "Hamish' helps him solve his cases. Who was the author? I want to get some of those books.

Question 71730 asked on 2010-03-29 11:55:39

Hi, I am interested in specific information about academic librarians in Canada. What are the professional journals, listservs, resources that academic librarians use? What are the relevant professional associations? Thank you!

Question 71987 asked on 2010-04-06 10:29:15

i am 14 years old and im writing a book i want to know how i get it published or on the market?i know i need a publisher but how do i get on that i can trust? help me please :)

Question 72114 asked on 2010-04-09 20:14:03

at 4:59:56PM Q: Persuasive Essay Write a persuasive essay of approximately 700 to 1,050-words on a local, regional, or national current event or political issue that has affected you, your family, or your community recently. For example, you could address either the national or your local government’s fiscal and tax policies and explain how they have affected the economy or your own personal situation. You might discuss the role tourism plays in your area, how professional sports have impacted your community, the reasons for lay-offs within a company, whether or not you agree with the decisions your local school board has made recently and how they have affected your children. Your topic does not necessarily have to be controversial, but it should be something that impacts you directly or indirectly, and about which others should be persuaded to see the way you do. This is an analytical essay and should be written in limited first-person narration. This essay requires at least two peer-reviewed outside references. In this paper, begin with a title that prepares the reader for the topic. You will then explain the topic and your position on it in a well-developed introduction that includes a clearly written thesis statement. The introduction will be followed by well-developed paragraphs that support your thesis. The essay should acknowledge opposing views to your position—this may not take more than a paragraph or two. The conclusion of a persuasive essay will tell the readers what to do, and how to think or feel about the topic. Attachments:

Question 72115 asked on 2010-04-09 20:16:40

I would like to find recommendations of fiction books by women authors; google is not very helpful. I like to consider myself reasonably well-read, but this is not the case with women authors. I would greatly appreciate any guidance or direction. I have read the highest percentage women authors from France (about a third) but do not read any languages but English, so they have been only in translation. I have read the highest percentage women authors in genre of Science Fiction (US= 48), the least in genre of Crime (US= 0). If there is a syllabus online, please indicate where. If there are personal recommendations, please feel free to mention.

Question 72230 asked on 2010-04-13 07:21:33

Can you give me the correct order of books in the Sookie Stackhouse collection of Vampire stories. Begins I believe with "Dead until Dark" then what is the order of the rest. Author Charlaine Harris Thanks, (name removed)

Question 72402 asked on 2010-04-18 12:33:48

what did miss stretchberry say after jack lost sky in "love that dog"?

Question 72586 asked on 2010-04-24 11:11:49

Hello... I am looking at purchasing a 'Kobo' electronic book reader from Indigo-Chapters, but before I do so I want to make absolutely sure that it will support ebooks from my public library in Calgary, AB. Do you have any idea if the Kobo will be compatible with the CPL's ebook formats? Thank you so very much! (personal information deleted)

Question 72991 asked on 2010-05-05 11:23:33

Are back issues of the Calgary Herald kept.. particularlyl the Swerve Magazine? Can a paper be sign out from the library?

Question 73042 asked on 2010-05-06 17:42:01

I want to read the Robert Sheckley "The Odor of Thought" short story. But when I search catalog - result do not show any similar. Would you help me - how to to find it, please. It was published in the "The People Trap" book. Thank you in advance. [name deleted]

Question 73048 asked on 2010-05-06 20:45:05

I need to know the publisher and city, province the following book was published in for a biliography: The Art of Living: A Plan for the Future of Arts in Edmonton published in 2008

Question 73191 asked on 2010-05-12 15:58:06

How can I find publishers for children's writing

Question 73280 asked on 2010-05-16 12:29:38

Hi! I'm writing a research for graduation! I'm analyzing the novel Reading Lolita In Tehran by Azar Nafisi. I wonder what tense to use when i talk about things like the Khomeini and his rule? do i need to use the past or write it in the present???? Please help me as soon as possible Thanks Maram0

Question 73336 asked on 2010-05-18 01:07:57

Is there a high demand for librarians? Or would taking a 2 year course be a waste of time and money?

Question 73351 asked on 2010-05-18 11:47:15

So to work in say an elementary or middle school library what schooling would suffice? Would a teacher's aide course be enough or the Library and Information Technician course at Mohawk college? Or would I have to get a bachelor of arts?

Question 73353 asked on 2010-05-18 14:14:51

My question is about the credibility of a book by the name of "The Manchurian President" I have heard about it and the material seems to be pretty alarming.

Question 73471 asked on 2010-05-22 11:31:55

Hello, I would like to host a writing competition and would like to display it on your website for publicity. I want to host this competition to give grade 3 to 7 including homeschoolers in Canada and the USA a chance to express their creativity by writing an essay on how they can change the world and make it into a better place for future generations. I am also excepting individual essays not through the school system. Here is a Link to the Competition Website: http://wbpcontest.blogspot.com/ I do hope you can display this on your website. Please reply back soon, Best Wishes, [name removed]

Question 73570 asked on 2010-05-26 11:10:42

Is there a sequel to the book Cheaper by the Dozen by Frank B. Gilbreth, Jr., and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey?

Question 73685 asked on 2010-05-29 19:51:02

I was wondering how to reference a conversation with a person in APA format. GIve credit to the person for the ideas they had when we had a discussion? Thanks

Question 73724 asked on 2010-05-31 10:02:42

Can I return Strathcona County Library books to an EPL location?

Question 73736 asked on 2010-05-31 21:33:23

Been reading the L E Modesitt "Saga of Recluse. So far all these books were in the EPL. Now I need to read "Scion of Cyador" and it is not available.... Please don't leave me in suspense! I am unable to find this book on your shelves and please get a copy so I can sleep at night! (name removed)

Question 73758 asked on 2010-06-01 14:31:48

Hi, I am assigned to write business reports by our instructor. We were told to cite the source document in MLA style. I am wondering if I should use MLA in footnotes. Another question is when the footnote should be used and when the reference should be seperated and put to the end of the report. I will appreciate your help. Thanks a lot. Jane

Question 73772 asked on 2010-06-02 02:00:16

TAL Online doesn't seem to want to give up-to-date textbooks on Acedemic subjects... like phyics. How else can one obtain university level textbooks from Alberta....Or am I using TAL wrong.

Question 73776 asked on 2010-06-02 09:06:52

I'm looking for help help finding the title of an English mystery in which the hero is almost killed by an interaction between alcohol and mushrooms. I think it's a novel but it could be a short story, and I'm pretty sure it's from the 1930s. Dorothy Sayers or Margery Allingham seems likely. The hero is plied with alcohol enthusiastically by a "friend," who then takes him to a very fancy restaurant, where the waiter discreetly asks if they have made proper preparations. The hero innocently (practically cross-eyed drunk at this point) says yes, having no idea what the guy is talking about, and they are given a special pre-ordered (by the "friend") dish of some mushrooms that have to be eaten after a day or two of no alcohol. He doesn't die, but it's close. I can't remember how the main plot went - I think this was a side-attempt to get the hero out of the way when he was coming too close to the truth. This is driving me nuts! I've Googled like crazy, and my Google-fu is usually strong, but no luck so far. Thanks!

Question 73794 asked on 2010-06-02 16:43:58

How can someone be a publisher and yet not be the owner of the publication. I always thought they were one and the same.

Question 73941 asked on 2010-06-07 16:32:24

Hi i am looking for a book writen by an amearcan . Name is Bev Dexter her books are on dreams for soldiers

Question 74067 asked on 2010-06-11 19:56:09

Any chance of getting Julie Metz's book Perfection in audio or on the netlibrary? Thanks

Question 74321 asked on 2010-06-21 13:24:42

Hi, Would you know who actually owns the right to the dictionary? Thanks.

Question 74427 asked on 2010-06-24 15:08:34

Why does Frodo leave on the Elf ship at the end of Lord of the Rings? Is he dying? I'm confused.

Question 74601 asked on 2010-06-29 20:42:43

what is the name of this book its about a girl you is killed and seh doesnt realize it..she is given a second chance if she can find a human who doesn't want to live...her guardian angel comes in a form of a dog and a cow

Question 74821 asked on 2010-07-06 18:12:57

Hello, I am currently taking the Library Operations Assistant course offered by SAIT. One of my assignments is to collect information from libraries in the region. I have the questions listed and am asking if one of your staff might have a few moments to fill out the answers. I don’t believe that the questionnaire will take much time and your response would be most appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact me at wsmerta@telus.net or 780-464-1913. Thank you Sue Merta Could you give me seperate answers for the Capilano Branch and for the Stanley A. Milner Branch for each of the questions listed below? Thanks Website Address of Library Street Address telephone numbers, hours of operation of Library Name, job position, and date of person answering these questions: Philosophy/purpose (Why does this library exist? What makes it different from the other types?) Approximate numbers of clientele/population served Subject specialization (if any) Format specialization, such as maps, films, and government documents (if applicable) Approximate number of books in collection Type of classification scheme Approximate number of Periodicals Range of dates in back files for Periodicals Method of arrangement for Periodicals alphabetical, classified, and so on) Methods of storage for back issues of periodicals. Does the Library have Software (DVDs, CDs, and so on) Does the Library have Hardware (kinds of machines, such as DVD players and microform printers) Are Computer programs available for clientele Types available (such as Microsoft Office, Internet, and electronic databases) Approximate number of computers accessible on site Is remote access is provided to the library’s OPAC and/or electronic databases. Types of functions automated (such as all functions, only circulation, or only cataloguing) Computer system or program used to automate these functions (such as Dynix, SIRSI, InMagic, or Winnebago) Electronic resources provided (such as Canadian Newsstand, EBSCO Host magazine indexes, ProQuest, etc.). If there are more than ten, indicate the approximate number and please provide examples. What type of people are allowed to borrow materials Are there any Borrowing restrictions How long is the Loan periods Extent of service (such as in-depth research, quick reference only, bibliographies, special services, interpretation or recommendation of materials, phone services, and virtual reference) Philosophy of service (such as providing complete answers or teaching patrons how to use tools) Interlibrary loan (collections commonly used) Online computer searches (Does the library offer to do searches on pay-per-search databases not available to clientele, such as Factiva, Dialog, or Infomart?) Copiers (availability in the library, usage charges) Phone, Internet, and e-mail circulation services (extent of services, clientele allowed to access services) Free brochures, pamphlets, and similar material (publications available from the library and other organizations) Approximate number or percentage and level of positions (such as librarian, technician, clerk, and so on) Position titles held by technicians General description of duties performed by technicians Education and training for each staff position (MLS, diploma, certificate, and so on) Thanks for your time.

Question 74904 asked on 2010-07-08 16:45:57

adventure book about a woman who travels back and forth to stonehenge.

Question 74939 asked on 2010-07-09 13:11:34

i need some help in research in eng 2550. i have to provide three supportive evidence on essay " India" by Perri Klass.

Question 75177 asked on 2010-07-15 17:22:11

Looking for a book. I don't know the author or title. All I know is that it was written within the year and is a murder mystery. It takes place on Malta during the Second World War. A killer is loose and maybe a service person.

Question 75330 asked on 2010-07-20 13:15:51

Just want to let you know about my latest book on green and prefab construction - Prefabulous + Sustainable: Building and Customizing an Affordable, Energy Efficient Home (ISBN 978-0-8109-8483-7) with a foreword by Robert Redford has just been released. It profiles 25 of the greenest houses in North America (including 2 Canadian houses), includes 200 beautiful photographs and over 60 sidebars describing green aspects of construction in simple language. See what the media are saying: Chicago Tribune http://www.chicagotribune.com/classified/realestate/ct-mre-0314-umberger-restate-20100314,0,805881.column Herald Tribune http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20100313/ARTICLE/3131004 The New York Times http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/18/garden/18books.html Books available from Baker & Taylor & Ingram

Question 75382 asked on 2010-07-21 12:00:31

I've found out where to get ISBNs from for my self-publishing venture, but do I need separate ISBNs for each format of my book i.e. print and digital?

Question 75382 asked on 2010-07-21 12:00:31

I've found out where to get ISBNs from for my self-publishing venture, but do I need separate ISBNs for each format of my book i.e. print and digital?

Question 75560 asked on 2010-07-26 15:30:47

what i am inquiring about today,is whether,or not you have any knowledge about a writer that used to submit political articles to the Edmonton SUN,BACK IN THE 1980s his name was LUBOR ZINK,I am very interested in his writings,and would really like to re-read most,ifnot all of his columnes pertaining to pierre e. trudeau,when he was the P.M.

Question 75656 asked on 2010-07-29 09:24:14

where do i find the poem by antwone fisher, who will cry for the little boy?

Question 75716 asked on 2010-07-31 15:02:39

I'm looking for books by sir hugh rutledge. One is "Everest" & "scotts expedition to the arctic"

Question 75729 asked on 2010-08-01 16:31:42

I was wondering if you have all or most of the books in The Roman Mysteries series by CAroline Lawrence? Emily Radujko

Question 75768 asked on 2010-08-03 10:18:24

Can you tell me if I can access JStor articles with my library membership? http://www.jstor.org/pss/1006397 • The Paris Codex: Decoding an Astronomical Ephemeris • Gregory M. Severin • Transactions of the American Philosophical Society, New Series, Vol. 71, No. 5 (1981), pp. 1-101 (article consists of 101 pages) • Published by: American Philosophical Society • Stable URL: http://www.jstor.org/stable/1006397

Question 76002 asked on 2010-08-12 13:58:34

I was wondering whom I would talk with regards to purchasing at the library. I represent [personal information removed]. I would love to discuss these items and more with the person in charge of purchasing please have them contact me by any of the contact methods listed below. Thanks so mcuh for your time I look forward to talking with someone shortly. [personal contact removed]

Question 76027 asked on 2010-08-13 19:23:16

i have 4 books on request since july 4.. are they still on order or am i not understanding the info im not sure where this email is going to go but i thought it was for stony plain

Question 76038 asked on 2010-08-15 01:30:12

Who is edward cullen

Question 76164 asked on 2010-08-21 22:30:19

I am trying to find the names of some Canadian writers who didn't start writing and/or didn't become published until they were well over 50. I appreciate any help you can give me.

Question 76219 asked on 2010-08-24 19:24:03

Dear Sir/Madam, I am an author who will have a book for 11-14 year olds coming out in October 2010. There is an Inuit legend about little people and the book is set in the Canadian arctic. It follows the adventures of the little people whose colony splits as some wish to move north to escape the impacts of global warming while others do not wish to move. Some wish to retain old technologies like holding onto musk oxen fur to travel while others prefer to use the newer technology of lemming sled teams and using lemmings to run on treadmills in the river to generate power etc... The story is packed with adventures ranging from an attack by a wolverine, to whiteouts and meeting other little people they did not know even existed. The book will have excellent illustrations which I can forward now if you are interested. In the immediate future I will have a copyedited manuscript available for your review. The book is 100% BC made and will have a retail price of $11.95. Can you please direct this e-mail for the person who orders children’s books for your library? Thank you. Sincerely, Andy Sibbald Nanaimo, BC 1-250-753-7824

Question 76243 asked on 2010-08-25 15:27:42

Does TAL have resources for reading groups? Specifically I am looking for some questions/ideas for leading a discussion about the book The Ship of Brides by Jojo Moyes.