New Titles Tuesday, December 3

In the past week 11 titles were added to the library’s collection; below is a sample. Click on the link for more information.

Android programming: the Big Nerd Ranch guide /Kristin Marsicano, Brian Gardner, Bill Phillips and Chris Stewart.
This title is an introductory Android book for programmers with Kotlin experience. Based on Big Nerd Ranch’s popular Android Bootcamp, this guide will lead you through the wilderness using hands-on example apps combined with clear explanations of key concepts and APIs.

Apocalyptic literature in the New Testament /Greg Carey.
This title examines the influence of apocalyptic literature throughout the Gospels and Acts, Paul’s letters, and Revelation. It argues that early Christian authors drew upon apocalyptic topics to address an impressive array of situations and concerns, and demonstrates how apocalyptic discourse contributed to their ongoing work of contextual theology.

Half the sky: turning oppression into opportunity for women worldwide /Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn.
This title is passionate call to arms against the oppression of women and girls in the developing world. The authors assist the reader in seeing that the key to economic progress lies in unleashing women’s potential.

Martin Luther as prophet, teacher, hero: images of the reformer, 1520-1620 /Robert Kolb.
This title is a study of Martin Luther’s legacy explains how the view of Luther as prophet, teacher, and hero shaped the thought and action of his followers.

Notes on directing: 130 lessons in leadership from the director’s chair /Frank Hauser, Russell Reich.
This title presents suggestions and basic principles for directing plays, including understanding the script, the director’s role, casting, rehearsal rules, talking to actors, and getting a laugh.

Starting your career as an artist: a guide to launching a creative life /Angie Wojak and Stacy Miller.
This comprehensive manual shows aspiring artists how to evaluate their goals and create a plan of action to advance their professional careers, and use their talents to build productive lives in the art world.