Biography & Autobiography

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by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara (Author), Borghild Fallberg (Illustrator)Learn about the glittering story of Taylor Swift! The talented singer-songwriter who dreamed of sharing her talent with the world.Little Taylor grew up on her family's Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania. Her life changed at six years old when she attended her first concert. Dancing and singing in the crowd as country musician LeAnn Rimes performed, Taylor fell in love with country music. Some of the kids at school didn't...

Mein Kampf - The Official 1939 Edition Murphy Translation - Hardcover

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by Adolf Hitler (Author), James Murphy (Translator), Bob Carruthers (Introduction by)"The great masses of the people will more easily fall victim to a big lie than to a small one." Adolf Hitler The officially sanctioned English language edition of 'Mein Kampf' was translated and introduced by James Murphy. The edition using his translation was first published as a two volume set in the UK in 1939 and also in 22 weekly parts by Hutchison and Co Ltd. This authentic paperback brings together bot...

The Backyard Bird Chronicles - Hardcover

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by Amy Tan (Author), David Allen Sibley (Foreword by)#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A gorgeous, witty account of birding, nature, and the beauty around us that hides in plain sight, written and illustrated by the best-selling author of The Joy Luck Club - With a foreword by David Allen Sibley "Unexpected and spectacular" --Ann Patchett, best-selling author of These Precious Days "The drawings and essays in this book do a lot more than just describe the birds. They carry a sense of discovery t...

Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and Other Marvels of the Dark - Hardcover

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by Leigh Ann Henion (Author)From a New York Times bestselling nature writer comes a celebration of what goes on outside in the dark, from blooming moon gardens to nocturnal salamanders, from glowing foxfire and synchronous fireflies that blink in unison like an orchestra of light. In this glorious celebration of the night, New York Times bestselling nature writer Leigh Ann Henion invites us to leave our well-lit homes, step outside, and embrace the dark as a profoundly beautiful part of the...

Black Artists Shaping the World: Picture Book Edition - Hardcover

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by Sharna Jackson (Author), Marilyn Esther Chi (Illustrator), Zo? Whitley (Contribution by)Featuring full-color reproductions of fourteen artworks and illustrations of the artists at work, this picture book is an ideal introduction to contemporary art for young children, and a fantastic tool for teachers wishing to decolonize and diversify their classroom.Sharna Jackson's experience as a children's author who has worked for over a decade in the cultural sector, both at Tate in London and at S...

Paul Lynde: A Biography - His Life, His Love(s) and His Laughter - Paperback

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by Cathy Rudolph (Author), Peter Marshall (Foreword by)This book will let you into the heart and soul of Paul Lynde. Best remembered for outrageous jokes on The Hollywood Squares, as Uncle Arthur from Bewitched, and as the frantic father in Bye Bye Birdie, Paul was never satisfied with his career - or his personal life. But even as he suffered through some of the cruelest of times, Paul continued to make us forget our troubles, and was forever gracious to his fans. This is the book those fans...

Badass Old White Woman: How to Flip the Script on Aging - Paperback

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by Mary Lou Dobbs (Author)Dobbs inspired battlecry is "AGING IS A FRICKIN' PRIVILEGE!""Badass Old White Woman: How to Flip the Script on Aging "by Mary Lou Dobbs is a book for women who are tired of society's underwhelming negative stereotypes threatening the value of their inner wisdom. Dobbs, who excelled in corporate sales, is now a LifeStyle Coach and speaker. Her book explores the emotional reasons badass women excel and thrive as they age.Dobbs' defining moment ignited her inner badass ...

How to Be Old: Lessons in Living Boldly from the Accidental Icon - Hardcover

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by Lyn Slater (Author)One of Elle's Most Anticipated Nonfiction Books of 2024 A personal memoir in which Lyn Slater, known on Instagram as "Accidental Icon," brings her characteristic style, optimism, forward-thinking, and rules-are-meant-to-be-broken attitude to the question of how to live boldly at any age. When Lyn Slater started her fashion blog, Accidental Icon, at age sixty-one, she discovered that followers were flocking to her account for more than just her A-list style. As Lyn flau...

Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography - Hardcover

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by Wendy Loggia (Author), Elisa Chavarri (Illustrator)Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Taylor Swift, the Grammy Award-winning and multiplatinum artist. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers! This Little Golden Book about Taylor Swift--the singer and songwriter whose distinctive talent for storytelling has made her one of the biggest superstars in both country and pop music--is an inspiring read-aloud ...

Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand Canyon - Paperback

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by Melissa L. Sevigny (Author)In the summer of 1938, botanists Elzada Clover and Lois Jotter set off to run the Colorado River, accompanied by an ambitious and entrepreneurial expedition leader, a zoologist, and two amateur boatmen. With its churning waters and treacherous boulders, the Colorado was famed as the most dangerous river in the world. Journalists and veteran river runners boldly proclaimed that the motley crew would never make it out alive. But for Clover and Jotter, the expeditio...

The Girl Who Figured It Out: The Inspiring True Story of Wheelchair Athlete Minda Dentler Becoming an Ironman World Champion - Hardcover

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by Minda Dentler (Author), Stephanie Dehennin (Illustrator)The uplifting true story of Minda Dentler, the first female wheelchair athlete to complete the Ironman World Championship triathlon.Minda Dentler made history when she became the first female wheelchair athlete to complete the world's toughest triathlon, using only her arms to finish a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26.2 mile marathon. But the journey there wasn't easy. Minda was paralyzed as an infant in India after contracti...

How to Fuck Like a Girl: Essays - Paperback

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by Vera Blossom (Author)A cheeky how-to guide, as raunchy as it is heartfelt, from a bright new literary voice. A bold and vulnerable collection from a new, young voice, How to Fuck Like a Girl is a daring mash-up of pillow book, grimoire, and manifesto by writer Vera Blossom. From hooking up to trans witchcraft, petty crime, capitalism, friendships, divorce, and survival, Blossom brings wit and melancholy, grandeur and smarts, debuting a bright literary voice as raunchy as it is heartfelt. A...

Bad Fat Black Girl: Notes from a Trap Feminist - Paperback

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by Sesali Bowen (Author)"Sesali Bowen is poised to give Black feminism the rejuvenation it needs. Her trendsetting writing and commentary reaches across experiences and beyond respectability. I and so many Black girls still figuring out who they are in this world will gain so much from whatever she has to say."--Charlene A. Carruthers, activist and author of Unapologetic: A Black, Queer and Feminist Mandate for Radical Movements"Sesali perfectly vocalizes the inner dialogue, and daily mantras...

Maria Tallchief: The First Native American Ballerina - Biography of Famous People Children's Biography Books - Paperback

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by Baby Professor (Author)How did a Native American woman become a famous ballerina? What struggles did she win in order to claim her title in the world of ballet? How did the world receive her? Read about the story of Maria Tallchief and be inspired by her decisions and actions. The purpose of reading biographies is to boost your confidence to achieve your goals by taking inspiration from others. Grab a copy today! Number of Pages: 64 Dimensions: 0.13 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: Decembe...

Cactus Queen: Minerva Hoyt Establishes Joshua Tree National Park - Hardcover

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by Lori Alexander (Author), Jenn Ely (Illustrator)How did the Joshua Tree National Park in California come to be? Meet Minerva Hamilton Hoyt, an artist, activist, and environmentalist, whose determination saved the desert and helped to create the park, in this STEAM picture book. Long before she became known as the Cactus Queen, Minerva Hamilton Hoyt found solace in the unexpected beauty of the Mojave Desert in California. She loved the jackrabbits and coyotes, the prickly cacti, and especial...

The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir - Hardcover

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by Kelly Bishop (Author), Amy Sherman-Palladino (Foreword by)"Come for the Gilmore Girls anecdotes, stay for the revealing truths about what it takes to build a lifelong career in and out of Hollywood" (The A.V. Club) in this candid and captivating memoir from award-winning and beloved actress Kelly Bishop, spanning her six decades in show business from A Chorus Line, Dirty Dancing, Gilmore Girls, and much more. Kelly Bishop's long, storied career has been defined by landmark achievements, fr...

Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir - Hardcover

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by Ina Garten (Author)NATIONAL BESTSELLER - In her long-awaited memoir, Ina Garten--aka the Barefoot Contessa, author of thirteen bestselling cookbooks, beloved Food Network personality, Instagram sensation, and cultural icon--shares her personal story with readers hungry for a seat at her table. Here, for the first time, Ina Garten presents an intimate, entertaining, and inspiring account of her remarkable journey. Ina's gift is to make everything look easy, yet all her accomplishments have ...

Mi Little Golden Book Sobre El Papa Francisco (My Little Golden Book about Pope Francis Spanish Edition) - Hardcover

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by Suzanne Slade (Author), Sue Cornelison (Illustrator), Maria Correa (Translator) Sueña en grande con una biografía Little Golden Book sobre el Papa Francisco! La introducción perfecta a la no ficción para lectores jóvenes, así como para fanáticos de todas las edades! Este Little Golden Book sobre el Papa Francisco, líder de la Iglesia Católica Romana y primer Papa de América Latina, es una biografía inspiradora para niños pequeños. Busque más biografías Little Golden Book: - Reina Elizabe...

The Kelce Brothers: A Little Golden Book Biography - Hardcover

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by Apple Jordan (Author), Macky Pamintuan (Illustrator)Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Travis and Jason Kelce--star NFL players, brothers, and podcast hosts. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages! What's it like playing against your brother in the Super Bowl? Only Travis and Jason Kelce can answer that question! Read all about what these NFL superstar brothers enjoy doing--on and off the foo...

96 Facts about Taylor Swift: Quizzes, Quotes, Questions, and More! with Bonus Journal Pages for Writing! - Paperback

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by Arie Kaplan (Author), Risa Rodil (Illustrator)The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Taylor Swift! Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any Swiftie.Author BiographyArie Kaplan is an American writer and comedian. He is the author of the book Masters of the Comic Book Universe Revealed! and a writer for Mad magazine. He lives in New York City. Number of Pages: 80 Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.8 x 5.9 IN Publication Date: September 19, 2023

Mi Little Golden Book Sobre Taylor Swift (My Little Golden Book about Taylor Swift Spanish Edition) - Hardcover

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by Wendy Loggia (Author), Elisa Chavarri (Illustrator), Maria Correa (Translator)Ayude a su pequeña o pequeño a soñar en grande con esta biografía en español sobre Taylor Swift, la artista multiplatino y ganadora del premio Grammy. Las biografías de Little Golden Book son la introducción perfecta a la no ficción para lectores jóvenes, así como para fanáticos de todas las edades! "Imprescindible para cualquier colección de Taylor Swift". --Rolling Stone Este Little Golden Book sobre Taylor ...

Taylor Swift: In Her Own Words: Young Reader Edition - Hardcover

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by Helena Hunt (Editor)Get inside the head of one of the most influential musicians of our time, a pop music phenomenon turned titan of industry and cultural icon: Taylor Swift.This collection of quotes has been carefully curated from Swift's numerous public statements--interviews, op-eds, social media posts, and more, specifically geared toward middle and high school readers. It's a comprehensive picture of her meteoric rise to the top, her ever-savvy business sense, and her increasingly out...

In This Altered Body: A Survivor's Story of Resilience and Love - Paperback

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by Charlene Pell (Author)Charlene Pell wears her scars like badges of honor-she has never hidden them. Thirty years ago, on a sunny afternoon, Charlene was on a private flight to Cat Island, Bahamas, when the unthinkable happened: the plane, piloted by her fianc?, experienced a mechanical problem and crashed in a fiery inferno. When Charlene awoke, she discovered that 64 percent of her body had been burned, and her fianc? had died.In This Altered Body is the compelling story of Charlene's phy...

Chief Of The Pilgrims - or, The Life and Time of William Brewster - Paperback

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by Ashbel Steele (Author)"Chief Of The Pilgrims" is a 1857 biographical sketch of William Brewster (1568-1644) written by Ashbel Steele. Brewster was an English official and passenger aboard the 'Mayflower', an English ship that transported early Pilgrims to the New World in 1620. The ship has since become an important part of North American history and culture, as well as the subject of innumerable works of art, plays, films, poems, songs, books, etc. Due to his education, Brewster was appoi...

The story of a Pilgrim family. From the Mayflower to the present time; with autobiography, recollections, letters, incidents, and genealogy of the aut - Paperback

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by John Alden (Author)This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature. Number of Pages: 440 Dimensions: 0.98 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 20, 2020

The History of Astronomy and Astrophysics: A Biographical Approach - Paperback

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by H. Thomas Milhorn (Author)The history of astronomy and astrophysics ranges from antiquity to the landing of spacecraft on the Moon, Mars, Venus, and even an asteroid. Since early times, human beings have sought to understand what they see in the sky. The invention of the telescope opened new avenues of observation and research. Speculation about life on the Moon and other planets became a hot topic, and theories about the evolution of the universe were developed. New investigative tools, s...

The Journals of Grace Hartigan, 1951-1955 - Paperback

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by William T. La Moy (Editor), Joseph P. McCaffrey (Editor)Grace Hartigan emerged during the 1950s as a leading representative of the "second generation" of the New York School of abstract expressionist painters, a movement that achieved international standing for American art. In 1958, Hartigan was the only woman and one of only two artists under forty chosen by the Museum of Modern Art for a show on that school. Entitled The New American Painting, the show traveled to eight European countri...

E.D. Nixon: The Unsung Father of the Montgomery Bus Boycott - Paperback

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by Michael Escoffery (Illustrator), Michael Eaddy (Author)Before Dr. Martin Luther King, E.D. Nixon was the principal black leader in Montgomery, Alabama. He helped sparked the Civil Rights Movement and bailed imprisoned civil rights icon, Rosa Parks out of jail. Mr. Nixon's contributions in civil rights, voter registration, leadership, and social justice was paramount in the success of the Montgomery Bus Boycott and advancing the civil rights movement. A true story about the man behind the m...

Billie Holiday: Essays on the Artistry and Legacy - Paperback

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by Michael V. Perez (Editor), Jessica McKee (Editor)Eleanora Lady Day Fagan, better known as Billie Holiday, played a primary role in the development of American jazz culture and in African American history. Devoted to the enduring jazz icon, covering many aspects of her career, image and legacy, these fresh essays range from musical and vocal analyses, to critical assessments of film depictions of the singer, to analysis of the social movements and protests addressed by her signature songs, ...

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by Lisa V. Proulx (Author)Growing up during the Depression and forced to live in coal mining camps throughout Appalachia, Virgie Hopkins is subjected to child molestation, the KKK, murder, homelessness, starvation, and ridicule for being the daughter of the town whore.Virgie grows up hating her mother who was taken away when she was nine years old and while she was gone, she and her brother were put into foster care, starved, and abused.When her mother returned, she did not know her husband o...

Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc - Paperback

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by Editorial Oneness (Editor), Mark Twain (Author)Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc By Mark Twain, Editorial Oneness (Edited by) Number of Pages: 428 Dimensions: 0.87 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: October 14, 2016 Accelerated Reader: Quiz Name: Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8 Reading Level: 4.4 ...

Voodoo Queen: The Spirited Lives of Marie Laveau - Hardcover

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by Martha Ward (Author)Each year, thousands of pilgrims visit the celebrated New Orleans tomb where Marie Laveau is said to lie. They seek her favors or fear her lingering influence. Voodoo Queen: The Spirited Lives of Marie Laveau is the first study of the Laveaus, mother and daughter of the same name. Both were legendary leaders of religious and spiritual traditions many still label as evil. The Laveaus were free women of color and prominent French-speaking Catholic Creoles. From the 1820s...