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Arguably, no other revolution in history has enjoyed such a brilliant gallery of thinkers as the one that led to the founding of the United States. America's Founding Fathers is centered on the personal philosophies, opinions, thoughts, witticisms...

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Stories of oppression and survival, of heritage denied and reclaimed -- twenty-two American writers recall childhood in their native land.

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What Does It Mean To Grow Up Chicana/o?When I was growing up, I never read anything in school by anyone who had a "e;Z"e; in their last name. This anthology is, in many ways, a public gift to that child who was always searching for herself...

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As her own words prove well, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis could be at times funny, buoyant, candid, irreverent, and of course poignant, too. This collection of quotes shares her thoughts on marriage, family, political life and ambition, publicity, p...

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Discusses Jay Leno's unique sense of humor, from his days as a New England schoolboy to his role as the top-rated late-night TV talk-show host, and examines some of the challenges and conflicts he faced to make it to where he is today.

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A pro-American look at history calls for a celebration of American achievement, discussing how the pilgrims staved off starvation, facts behind the song "e;"e;Yankee Doodle Dandy,"e;"e; the mystery behind Zachary Taylor's death, an...

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The Kennedy name is synonymous with dignity, intelligence, and, of course, the ability to produce potent sound bites. This warm and nostalgic collection of quotes, collected by Kennedy specialist Bill Adler, deftly addresses a full range of topics...

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Legendary for his clever gibes, bits of wisdom, and ability to laugh at himself, Ronald Reagan endeared himself to the public from the moment he entered the political arena. Few presidents have been so frequently quoted for their one-liners or qui...

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Stories Grandparents Tell About Their Grandchildren is a touching and humorous collection of anecdotes and memories from grandparents about their grandchildren. From the pranks and charm of small tots to the adventures and achievements of older gr...

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In between her fairy-tale wedding and her premature death, there lived the most beloved royal presence of our century, surely as multifaceted as any celebrity of our time. The radical twists and turns in her brief life drew the fascination of mill...

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“No heroes, everyone did their part, and everyone was scared to death.”They are the words of soldier Mark W. Harms in 1968, summing up his combat experience during the Vietnam War. His stunning letter home is just one of hundreds featu...

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Witty, candid, and full of hope for the future, Ronald Reagan was known as "The Great Communicator", a reputation confirmed in The Uncommon Wisdom of Ronald Reagan, a remarkable collection of quotations that articulates his abiding convictions and...

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Barack Obama has inspired millions of people around the world–and an unwavering chorus of those admirers are children. This delightfully charming collection includes more than two hundred letters that kids have written to President Obama. So...

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Finally, ideas for successful ways to go to bat, or battle, against those inconsiderate, unruly, unusual, or downright obnoxious neighbors. In this hands-on guide you'll find ways to cope with problems through apartment walls or over back fences, ...

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"If you've got a problem with New York City being the capital of the world, take it up with the Pope." As the mayor of New York City, Rudolph Giuliani was as controversial as he was determined to revitalize "the greatest city in the world." Never ...

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"e;If you've got a problem with New York City being the capital of the world, take it up with the Pope."e; As the mayor of New York City, Rudolph Giuliani was as controversial as he was determined to revitalize "e;the greatest city in ...

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The key to understanding men is in understanding how they relate to their gadgets. Just because they may seem to show more interest in their computers...or their remote controls...or their fancy watches or their power mowers or their stereos...doe...

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Here are the personal philosophies, opinions, thoughts, witticisms, and feelings of such upstanding and quintessential Americans as Abigail Adams, Dolly Madison, Eleanor Roosevelt, Jacqueline Kennedy, Nancy Reagan, Barbara Bush, and Hillary Clinto...

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In this collection of more than 300 letters to President Bush, kids ask personal questions, offer advice, and tell the president about themselves. Ranging from funny to poignant these letters provide a unique glimpse into the minds of young Americ...

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A humorous, eye-opening look at the American political life as viewed through the children's correspondence with the president. In this collection of more than three hundred letters to President Bush, kids ask personal questions, offer advice, and...

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Would you like to know what Billy Graham thinks about the most important issues of daily life? What about politics, presidents and terrorism? This book contains answers to questions many of us would ask Billy Graham if we had the good fortune to s...

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Arguably, no other revolution in history has enjoyed such a brilliant gallery of thinkers as the one that led to the founding of the United States. America's Founding Fathers is centered on the personal philosophies, opinions, thoughts, witticisms...

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