Cook’s Illustrated

A magazine stuffed with cooking tips, product reviews and recipes suitable for experts and novices alike. All that and no advertisements!

Cook’s Illustrated
Find the current issue in the Reading Area
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Off the Grid: Modern Homes + Alternative Energy

Portrays ten inspiring homes that were designed and constructed using various sustainable methods. Each 'project' includes excellent photographs, simple design plans and contractor contact information.

Off the Grid: Modern Homes + Alternative Energy
Lori Ryker
TJ163.5.D86R97 2005

Counting Sheep: the science and pleasures of sleep and dreams

From sleepy people (pilots, MDs) to a brief history of beds to sleeping partners, this book explores the world of ZZZs.

Counting Sheep: the science and pleasures of sleep and dreams
Paul Martin
QP425.M345 2004

Smithsonian Global Sound

Access thousands of MP3s on- or off-campus in dozens of genres, including Folk, Blues, Bluegrass, Jazz, World and more!

Smithsonian Global Sound
Access Smithsonian Global Sound from the Library's Articles and Research Databases page. Note that off-campus users will be prompted to enter their student or employee ID and six-digit birthdate.

Hungry Planet

A delicious photographic study of what people from 24 different countries eat in a week.

Hungry Planet
by Peter Menzel
Find it in the Library at call number TX353 .M43 2005

Getz / Gilberto

West Coaster Stan Getz teams up with Brazilian bassa nova superstar Joao Gilberto for such pervasive classics as The Girl From Impanema.

Getz / Gilberto
Stan Getz and Joao Gilberto
Find it in our Audio collection by its call number: MJ Z9 .G47 1997

Eyes on the Prize

Original footage and interviews document the civil rights movement in a way that brings this period of American history to life. A monumental achievement that all people should experience.

Eyes on the Prize
directed by Henry Hampton
Find it in the Library's Video collection at: E185.615 .E93 2005 [DVD]

Ender's Game

A fascinating look at leadership and strategy as Ender, a child prodigy, is recruited to save the world. Modeled in part on the Civil War, this book is a great way to interrupt your homework.

Ender's Game
by Orson Scott Card
Find it in the Library at call number: PS3553 .A655 E5 1991