The Christmas Carol Online Display highlights streaming movies and audio resources from the University of Regina Library collection.
Wednesday December 14, 2022 - (12:00PM-1:00PM)
In-person in the Administration Humanities Building, Pit area
Join the Archer Book Club special event panel discussion about the classic novella by Charles Dickens!
Below are two online books related to the title of our event, "Candy Bites" reveals the fascinating science behind some of our favorite candies, and "The humbugs of the world" is an account by circus owner B.T. Barnum offering up a historical overview of infamous cases of fraud and deception.
Candy Bites by
This delicious new book reveals the fascinating science behind some of our favorite candies. If you've ever wondered how candy corn is made or whether Baby Ruth bars really float, as in the movie Caddy shack, then this engaging collection of food for thought is guaranteed to satisfy your hunger for knowledge. As well as delving into candy facts and myths such as the so-called 'sugar high' and the long history of making sweetmeats, the authors explore the chemistry of a candy store full of famous treats, from Tootsie Rolls to Pixy Styx and from Jawbreakers to Jordan Almonds. They reveal what makes bubble gum bubbly and why a Charleston Chew is so chewy. Written in an engaging, accessible and humorous style that makes you laugh as you learn, Candy Bites doesn't shy away from the hard facts or the hard questions, about candy. It tackles the chemistry of hydrocolloids in gummy bears alongside the relationship between candy and obesity and between candy and dental cavities. The chapters open a window on the commercial and industrial chemistry of candy manufacture, making this book a regular Pez dispenser of little-known, yet captivating factoids.
The humbugs of the world: An account of humbugs, delusions, impositions, quackeries, deceits and deceivers generally, in all ages. by
Today recognized as a genius of advertising and promotion, circus owner P. T. Barnum was the target of a great deal of ire and controversy during his lifetime. Many of his critics denounced him for knowingly perpetuating gimmicks and frauds. In the thoroughly entertaining volume The Humbugs of the World, Barnum displays his wit, intelligence, and a startling degree of self-awareness by offering up a historical overview of infamous cases of fraud and deception.
