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2) Wonders
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
Widescreen ed.
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (approximately 360 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Reporting from the frontiers of science, follow researchers on the winding paths of uncertainty and the unknown. From the mysteries of astrophysics to the technologies that could rival or surpass the abilities of the human mind, the series reveals how far humans have come, how they've managed to get here, and the remarkable scientists who are transforming the world and the future.
Publisher
Sony Wonder
Pub. Date
[2003]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (40 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In Arthur's teacher trouble, Arthur's first day of third grade forces him to face his new teacher, the dreaded Mr. Ratburn. In Arthur's spelling trubble, Arthur, Prunella and The Brain are chosen to compete in the annual all-school Spell-a-thon. In Arthur plays the blues, Arthur gets a new piano teacher.
4) Truman
Publisher
Distributed by Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
c2006
Edition
Standard format.
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (ca. 260 min.) : sd., col. with b&w sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The story of Harry S. Truman's life, with comments by contemporaries and historians.
Publisher
PBS Kids
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (60 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Based on the bestselling children's books by Marc Brown, join the world's most famous aardvark, eight-year-old Arthur Read, and his family and friends as they stand up to bullying, learn about teasing, think about friendship, and much more!
Publisher
Sony Wonder
Pub. Date
c2006
Edition
Standard format.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (45 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
They all have their own names and personalities and they're so darn cute--they're Woogles, and Arthur's got to have one. Then, the Tibbles get out of control and someone could get hurt. And, the latest Hentry Skreever book is in the stores and everyone is waiting in line--except Prunella who ordered a monogrammed, limited edition.
Pub. Date
2014
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (310 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 inches.
Language
English
Description
On the 50th anniversary of the assassination of John F. Kennedy, this prermium colllection, comprising two feature-length DVDs and a printed set of rare replica memorabilia with accompanying booklet, pays tribute to one of America's greatest presidents.
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
c2009
Edition
Widescreen version.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc of 1 (DVD) (102 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
When Charles Darwin's life's work is in danger of being scooped by Alfred Wallace, one of his children is stricken by scarlet fever and one with diphtheria. His wife, Emma, is his rock, helping him through the turmoil. This story brings to life the compelling human story behind the publication of one of history's most influential theories.
Publisher
WGBH Educational Foundation
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (approx. 75 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
What does Martha think about going to school? As soon as she eats alphabet soup kids are going to hear plenty! Join Martha and her family as they discover hundreds of new words to teach children.
10) Jesse James
Publisher
Distributed by PBS Home Video
Pub. Date
[2006]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (60 min.) : sd., col. and b&w ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Examines the life and the legend of the infamous outlaw Jesse James. Looks at his formative years in a Southern household dependent on slave labor and as a member of a vicious band of Missouri guerrillas during the Civil War. Describes his life as a violent criminal, as he and his gang moved on to robbing banks, stagecoaches, and railroads in the post-war era. Relates how James was eventually killed when one of his own gang members shot him in the...
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (90 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The words 'My Lai' are seared into our memories of the Vietnam War, but few know what really happened in the small Vietnamese village on March 16, 1968. Now, drawing on 400 hours of recently discovered audio recordings and new interviews with participants, eye witnesses, and investigators, the complete story can finally be told about one of the most shocking atrocities in modern times, and about lesser-known acts of remarkable courage.
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (60 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
On the picturesque bluffs of Martha's Vineyard, disaster looms. The historic Gay Head Lighthouse, weighing more than 400 tons and soaring 175 feet above the sea, is precipitously close to toppling into the ocean. As a team of engineers attempts to move the iconic red brick structure inland to safety, discover the geology they encounter, the archaeology they discover, and technology they employ in this lighthouse rescue.
14) First air war
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 60 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 inches.
Language
English
Description
When World War I began in 1914, the air forces of the opposing nations consisted of handfuls of rickety biplanes. By the war's end, the blueprint of the modern fighter aircraft had emerged. To trace the story of this astonishingly rapid technological revolution, NOVA takes viewers inside The Vintage Aviator, a team of New Zealand-based aviation buffs dedicated to bringing back classic World War One fighters.
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (54 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Alzheimer's disease ravages the minds of over 40 million victims worldwide. The cause of Alzheimer's and whether it can be stopped is one of the greatest medical mysteries of our time. Join courageous patients participating in clinical trials, and then go behind the scenes of the major drug trials to see how researchers target and test therapies that may slow and even prevent Alzheimer's.
17) Freedom riders
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (120 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Documented is the story of a band of courageous civil rights activists who call themselves the Freedom Riders. Gaining impressive access to influential figures on both sides of the issue, chronicled is a chapter of American history that stands as an astonishing testament to the accomplishment of youth and what can result from the incredible combination of personal conviction and the courage to organize against all odds.
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2016]
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (54 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Looks inside the DARPA Robotics Challenge, a national competition in the design of rescue robots. Examines recent advances in the development of robots instilled with human skills. Offers speculation upon ways in which robots will become part of everyday life and the impact they will have on the job market.
Publisher
WGBH Boston Video
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 52 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Binky's family adopts a baby girl from China. Binky is excited about preparing for her arrival and visiting China. When Fern's parents give her a cell phone for 'emergencies only, ' Fern is uninterested - until Muffy introduces her to the joys of personalized ring tones, texting, and incessant chatting. Brain is the smartest kid in his class, but what his friends don't know is that he was kept back in kindergarten.
20) Why ships sink
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
2012
Edition
[Widescreen]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (60 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Picking up from this winter's Costa Concordia disaster and looking both back to the Titanic disaster a century ago, and into the future of sea travel, Nova looks at questions about cruise ship safety and the science of the ships' buoyancy.
