libwebteam@ccc.govt.nz (Digital Library Web Team) libwebteam@ccc.govt.nz (Digital Library Web Team) en-nz http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/NewTitles/RSS/nonfiction_for_rss.xml New nonfiction at Christchurch City Libraries 2021 Christchurch City Libraries Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:50:01 +1300 Thu, 02 Jan 2021 09:00:00 +1300 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/ http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/assets/images/logos/CCL-logo-Colour.gif http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/ Until recently, the system of nation-states appeared settled and eternal. Not anymore.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833222037 A powerful deconstruction of humanity's most influential invention, from the acclaimed economists J. W. Mason and Arjun Jayadev. Money is unavoidably fundamental to our daily lives.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1835052037 Don Graham just wanted to serve. But war had little regard for intention.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832773037 British food is usually seen as a dire affair - if people think of it at all, they picture fish and chips, tea and cakes, stiff sandwiches and limp vegetables.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834451037 Ammazza is a Roman slang word used to express awe, admiration, or delight--a fitting title for Hillary Sterling's celebration of bold flavors and her story of a life in food.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832640037 With the years of early motherhood and elderly caregiving over, Victoria faces a time of change.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1814660037 Around the World in 50 Curries is a visual feast in 50 recipes, travelling to India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Singapore, Japan and beyond.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833581037 Babylon often appears more myth than history. Purportedly the site of the Hanging Gardens and the Tower of Babel, its infamous presence in the Bible has made it a byword for sinful decadence.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1816648037 Lonely Planet Bali and Lombok is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831747037 A lab accident, a bio-attack, a global pandemic, and the collapse of human society.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1822702037 In the mid-fourteenth century, a lethal plague struck the medieval world, causing unimaginable suffering and destruction.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1820102037 Cartoonist Julia Wertz returns home to Northern California, where she reunites with her family and rekindles a relationship with her ex-boyfriend.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833230037 "Weedons School - Te Kura o Karamū, celebrated its 150th Jubilee in 2021.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1823171037 "With just $50 and only an echo sounder and a sextant for navigation, Jill and Bunji Harris set off from Nelson, New Zealand on a world voyage with no particular destination.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833007037 An intimate account of why Vice President JD Vance strayed from the Christianity of his youth and what led him back to faith.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832600037 "This book provides a shortform definitive reference text on the landscape and features of Aotearoa New Zealand that underpin its familiar, though country specific, ways of caring for the dead.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833526037 On the centenary of her birth, Elizabeth II is a delightful, intimate new portrait of the late Queen from bestselling biographer and royal commentator Robert Hardman, which is full of fresh details ab.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1816654037 Elsa and the Wolfman is a powerful, lyrical duet between father and newborn daughter, written in two contrasting voices.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832673037 Just like wine and beer, sake is a fermented beverage meant to pair with food.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832638037 The diet-brain connection is a strong one, and the MIND diet--also known as the Mediterranean DASH diet--has been proven to fight the effects of aging on the brain and reduce the risk of developing Al.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832639037 The Evolving Story of Life outlines the growth of evolutionary thought since 1859 when Charles Darwin published his The Origin of Species. Evolution has come a long way since then.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834374037 Plan your next Aussie adventure with this easy-to-use and comprehensive guidebook.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1821291037 "Our different governments are failing to take effective action on the long-term economic, social, governance and environmental challenges New Zealand faces.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831857037 We must fail in order to succeed.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1819367037 Explore 75-plus years of Ferrari Formula 1 competition with a detailed survey of every car ever campaigned, accompanied by exciting imagery and technical specifications.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834445037 "Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now explores the groundbreaking world of Chinese contemporary art with standout sculpture, photography, digital works and more.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833768037 In Good on You, Mate! Sandeep Sharma takes readers on a heartfelt and insightful journey from Mumbai to Christchurch, offering an authentic account of life as an international student in New Zealand.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832744037 Since the end of the 18th century, piano music has been the most popular of all genres of musical composition, and the piano is still one of the most commonly-used instruments in public musical perfor.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833598037 The History of Rugby League Clubs remains essential reading for every fan of the code.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1836224037 Honey and Co Daily is about food that looks good on the plate and tastes sensational, but hasn't taken all day to prepare.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834452037 Economist Andrew Leigh presents a dramatically new understanding of human history.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1827023037 Join beloved Mr Skelly, a gentle skeleton wandering across lush landscapes and treacherous terrains, through times of joy, loss, grief and love, to find his family and - ultimately - a safe home.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1822685037 Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Indonesia.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831751037 A vibrant celebration of Indonesian cuisine featuring 80 plant-based, delicious recipes, rooted in tradition and crafted for the modern home cook.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1836250037 A visual-driven guide covering essential knitwear design and manufacturing knowledge.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1835059037 The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom offers a vast world full of varied quests, challenging puzzles, ferocious monsters, and unique sights to behold.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833759037 A lyrical exploration of our complex and intricate relationship with the natural world in all its muddy, messy and beautiful glory.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1835093037 In Making It Without Losing It, bestselling author of Chasing the Bright Side and founder of Mic Drop Workshop and Headbands of Hope, Jess Ekstrom delivers a refreshingly honest guide for ambitious hu.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1822690037 Women have influenced the development of modern architecture and design through a wide variety of entrepreneurial activities.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834352037 Bring the adventure and creativity of Minecraft out of the game and into your home with Minecraft: The Official Crochet Book! Cuddle up with a Sleeping Fox Pillow, get cozy beneath a Nether Portal Bla.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832572037 Obsessed with the Best presents food writer Ella Quittner's systematic exploration of cooking and baking techniques.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833586037 'Once Upon a Toon' offers a unique perspective on life behind the scenes at one of England's most famous football clubs.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833612037 A Year Out traces one terrible, beautiful year through addiction, public rehab, and mental unravelling.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1823158037 The Other Side of the Hand of God is the inside story of football’s most mythologised match.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833610037 Far from being simple, picturebook creation can be a complex, lengthy and enigmatic process.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834399037 -.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1818168037 Pollinator populations - whether bees, hoverflies, butterflies, or moths - are declining globally and there's an urgent need to reverse the decline. That's where gardens come in.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1830261037 The book takes a step back and views various aspects through the lens of the author, ranging from the beauty of nature to the behaviour of human beings.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833471037 We as the body of Christ must return to the simplicity of the Gospel, with Jesus as our Role Model for healing.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833275037 From icy mountain peaks to crashing ocean waves, from the glow of the aurora to the crackle of a campfire—this book is a journey through adventure, wonder, and the quiet whispers of something greater.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832737037 Savor authentic paella, join locals on an evening paseo, or relax on Barcelona's beaches: experience it all with Rick Steves!.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831763037 It's a long journey from a writer's mind to a finished book - and a lot needs to go right along the way.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1817867037 A love letter to the rookie in all of us: Singer-actor Joshua Bassett's fearless memoir in verse about surviving the darkest moments of fame, addiction, and mental health struggles -- and finding hope.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831261037 A cookbook featuring 52 sandwich recipes inspired by culinary traditions from around the world.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834396037 Online scams have become a part of everyday life. Texts about a delivery you never ordered. Calls from your bank. Emails demanding your details.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1761157037 When do you become a real doctor? Now a celebrated cartoonist and practicing physician, in 2004 Grace Farris began med school with visions of ER and Scrubs.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1835057037 First published in 1990, Carol J.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834117037 Today Ruthie is an award-winning West End and Broadway star, known for the emotional power of her performance.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1830377037 Lonely Planet's Singapore is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831754037 We all want to be known. Most of us just don't know how to begin. When Jess Janz found herself craving deeper conversations-but trapped in a world of small talk-she took a leap.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832533037 This new edition is the consummate travel companion for exploring a fascinating destination that has been transformed from an agriculturally focussed dictatorship into perhaps Asia's freest and most t.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834128037 At a time of concern over the influence of social media, algorithms and artificial intelligence, this book presents a practical toolkit for secondary teacher and parents that supports secondary teache.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1820234037 A lighthearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 60+ words and phrases for you to practice your Cornish with your furry best friend.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833474037 A light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with over 60 Scots phrases for you to practise with your furry best friend.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833472037 This is a light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 50+ words and phrases you can use to practise your Welsh with your best furry friend.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833475037 Lonely Planet's Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831755037 This cookbook presents recipes for preparing high-protein meals and baked goods without the use of eggs or commercial egg substitutes.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832668037 After the Civil War, Reconstruction ushered in an era of political equality and economic opportunity for Black people, and it lasted longer in Wilmington than almost anywhere else.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1832920037 This book examines the flowers grown at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, including an annotated list of the flowers documented by Jefferson in the gardens at Shadwell, Monticello, and Poplar Forest.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1825250037 Get clever in the kitchen with bestselling author George Georgievski of @schoollunchbox fame with easy, unfussy dinners that work double time.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833580037 Phil Tufnell played in five Ashes series and has commentated on another ten. Now he's sat down and personally chosen his 50 Ashes 'legends' from the modern era and from both sides of the divide.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833602037 Author and nutritionist Jenny Tschiesche reveals everything you need to know about fibre, including why we need it and how to eat enough of it - plus 70 delicious, high-fibre recipes.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1833582037 Say goodbye to fussy eating, sugar-laden snacks and separate meals.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834408037 Unpaid upends conventional wisdom about how we value work, exposing wage theft as one of capitalism’s enduring open secrets.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1805667037 At the age of three, Michael Cunningham began obsessively collecting the names of things: oak, Chevrolet, finch, tulip, Tupperware… Each word rendered the world ever so slightly more understandable, m.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1831140037 Can we believe our eyes? Most of us are confident that we can, but we shouldn't be so sure.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1805656037 Humans used to be embedded in the natural world, but today many of us live sedentary screen-based lives indoors, treating nature as something distant - to be watched on television or reached by flying.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1834116037 Verbs are the underrated stars of the English language. They hold it all together. A complete sentence cannot exist without one, yet a single verb can create complete meaning.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1817864037 The White Compositions are symbolically charged with highly specific references that speak to Ames's work and life as an architect in Georgia preoccupied with modernism, art and basketball, among othe.https://christchurch.bibliocommons.com/item/show/1825254037