documentaries

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January 1, 2018 | Patton
Hamilton. One Shot to Broadway [electronic resource]

It's the hit musical that brought the genius of Lin Manuel Miranda to the attention of legions of fans across the world. A remarkable story of how a group of inspired mavericks made an unlikely marriage of hip-hop and history to create the biggest show on Broadway…and strangely apropos to what is happening in politics today. Featuring interviews with Miranda, as well as the cast and crew of Hamilton.

Forks over knives - the extended interviews [electronic resource]
Also available in: video

Forks Over Knives examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods. The major storyline traces the personal journeys of Dr. T. Colin Campbell, a nutritional biochemist from Cornell University, and Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, a former top surgeon at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. 

Historic Lives on Film

June 1, 2016 | SuzyQ
Alexander Hamilton [videodisc]

One of the most controversial men of his age, Alexander Hamilton was a gifted statesman brought down by the fatal flaws of stubbornness, extreme candor, and arrogance. His life and career were marked by power, scandal, and tragedy.

Hawaii's last queen [videodisc]

Born in 1838, Queen Lili'uokalani was a talented composer who took the throne after her brother's death in 1891. She dealt with the U.S. government revoking her position on the sugar market, was overtaken by U.S. Marines, and lost her throne.

Pancho Villa [videodisc]: outlaw hero

Outlaw, soldier, general and politician, he led a life that ended in violence but left him a legend.

Murder Will Out: May 2012

May 2, 2012 | madame librarian

Missing persons: a Kate Conway mystery by Clare O'Donohue

The return of Captain John Emmett by Elizabeth Speller

Nightworld by Wilson, F. Paul

Prey on Patmos: an Inspector Kaldis Mystery by Jeffrey Siger

Fall from grace by Wayne Arthurson

25 New Documentaries You Shouldn't Miss

February 14, 2012 | SuzyQ

American teacher (DVD) [videorecording] — Profiles of four teachers in different areas of the country reveal the frustrating realities of today's teachers and the reasons why so many of our best educators leave the profession altogether.

At the edge of the world [videodisc] — The story of the efforts of the controversial Sea Shepherd Antarctic Campaign against a Japanese whaling fleet.

Billy the Kid [videodisc] — A fascinating look at the myth behind the man who in just a few short years transformed himself from a skinny orphan boy to the most feared man in the West.

Buck [videodisc] — The life and career of real life "horse whisperer" Buck Brannaman.

Environmental Documentaries

April 19, 2010 | SuzyQ

Although Earth Day is officially celebrated once a year - on April 22 - the Library has a great collection of environmentally-themed documentaries that are available all year round. From wildlife to climate change, from recycling to alternate energy, we have it covered! Check out just some of the titles below:

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