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Handmade: Creative Focus in the Age of Distraction - Paperback

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by Gary Rogowski (Author)"Gary Rogowski leads us gently but surely upon the path to a type of success we may not have previously considered. (Hint: it involves blisters)." --Nick Offerman In an era when there are countless competing claims on one's attention, how does one find the internal focus to be creative? For master furniture craftsman Gary Rogowski, the answer is in the act of creative work itself. The discipline of working with one's hands to create unnecessarily beautiful things shap...

Keeper of the Flame: A Biography of Nina Simone - Paperback

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by Jennifer Warner (Author), Lifecaps (Editor)The life of Nina Simone is one of blocked paths and surprising detours. Some people are born to an obvious destiny, only to find that society, circumstance, and chance steer them onto an entirely different course. Had Nina been born at a different time, she could very well have been a superstar of classical music at an early age. However, the severe oppression of African Americans in the United States during the 1950s forced her to find her fate d...

Grace O'Malley: The Queen of the Sea - Paperback

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by Elizabeth O'Neill-Sheehan (Author)Grace O'Malley, The Queen of the Sea is a children's storybook written and illustrated by Elizabeth O'Neill-Sheehan. Grace was a heroic woman whose legacy as warrior, chieftain, and pirate should ring on as one who did not let roles, but rather made her ambitions define her. Written with rhythm and rhyme, Grace's story, including her famous meeting with Queen Elizabeth I, is echoed in true Irish songlike manner to inspire readers to tap into the pirate in ...

The 48 Laws of Black Empowerment - Paperback

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by Dante Fortson (Author)The 48 Laws of Power was written by Robert Greene and first published in 1998. It is often praised as one of the best books to read if you want to get ahead in life. This got me to thinking, "why isn't there anything like this for our community?" We have a lot of people talking about what we need to do, what we should do, and what we could do as a community, but nothing con-crete that we could all sit down with, learn from, and relate to on an individual level. The 48...

King Philip: War Chief of the Wampanoag People - Paperback

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by John Stevens Cabot Abbott (Author)Metacomet (1638-1676), also known by his adopted English name King Philip, was chief to the Wampanoag people and the second son of the sachem Massasoit. He became a chief in 1662 when his brother Wamsutta (or King Alexander) died shortly after their father Massasoit. Wamsutta's widow Weetamoo (d. 1676), sunksqua of the Pocasset, was Metacomet's ally and friend for the rest of her life. Metacomet married Weetamoo's younger sister Wootonekanuske. No one know...

Fare Thee Well: The Final Chapter of the Grateful Dead's Long, Strange Trip - Paperback

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by Joel Selvin (Author), Pamela Turley (With)A tell-all biography of the epic in-fighting of the Grateful Dead in the years following band leader Jerry Garcia's death in 1995. The Grateful Dead rose to greatness under the inspired leadership of guitarist Jerry Garcia, but the band very nearly died along with him. When Garcia passed away suddenly in August of 1995, the remaining band members experienced full crises of confidence and identity. So long defined by Garcia's vision for the group, t...

Beyond Columbo: The Life and Times of Peter Falk - Paperback

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by William J. Birnes (Author), Richard A. Lertzman (Author)We knew him as Lieutenant Columbo, showing up at a crime scene behind the wheel of an iconic Peugeot 403 convertible and wearing a rumpled trench coat, tie often at half mast from an open collar, and smoking a cigar. He was meticulous, though, in his search for clues, focusing on things that didn't add up and homing in on a person whom he suspected as he tightened the web around his prey until, in a final reveal, he got the suspect to...

John Stark of Rogers' Rangers: a Famous Ranger and His Associates During the French & Indian War: The Life of General John Stark of New Hampshire by H - Paperback

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by Howard Parker Moore (Author), Caleb Stark (Author)The early military career of a great American soldier and patriotStudents of the history of the American War of Independence will be familiar with Major-General John Stark of the Continental Army who served at Bunker Hill, Trenton, Princeton and notably at Bennington, 1777. However, in common with many American soldiers of his period, he had once been a soldier of the British Army. More interestingly he joined the elite rangers, serving wit...

The Memoirs of Paul Kruger: Four Times President of the South African Republic: Told by Himself - Paperback

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by Paul Kruger (Author)Paul Kruger was the dominating figure of Boer-and therefore South African-history of the nineteenth century. His life spanned the time of the Great Trek-the European settlement of the interior-right up to the end of the Second Boer War, and the shadow of his political career stretched deep into the twentieth century.His memoirs, dictated while in exile shortly after the end of the Second Boer War, provide a remarkable and unique insight into this period of history, from...

The Story of Katherine Johnson: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers - Paperback

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by Andrea Thorpe (Author)Discover the life of Katherine Johnson--a story about reaching for the stars, for kids ages 6 to 9 Katherine Johnson was one of the best mathematicians in the history of the United States. Before her math skills helped send the first American astronauts safely into space, she was a smart and curious girl who loved to learn new things about the world around her. She studied hard in school and became one of the first Black women hired by NASA. Independent reading--This...

The History of Women in The Marines: Women's Firsts In The Marines - Paperback

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by Savannah Harris (Author)Women Who Changed the Face of War: Discover the Fascinating Histories of Women Who Overcame Prejudices, Destroyed Obstacles, and Paved the Way for Female Marines in the US. Today, only 8% of the officers in the Marines are women. We consider that an amazing accomplishment, even though it might not seem sufficient. But there's no denying it -- the Marine Corps, the last all-male fortification of the US military has finally accepted that which they couldn't deny any ...

Captain Myles Standish (1905) - Paperback

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by Tudor Jenks (Author)Captain Myles Standish is a historical novel written by Tudor Jenks and published in 1905. The book is set in the early colonial period of America and follows the story of Myles Standish, a military leader and one of the founding members of the Plymouth Colony.The novel begins with Standish's arrival in America aboard the Mayflower in 1620, and follows his journey as he helps establish the colony and protect it from local Native American tribes. The book portrays Standi...

Only the Strong Survive: The Odyssey of Allen Iverson - Paperback

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by Larry Platt (Author)Part sports star, part antihero, part hip-hop icon, Allen Iverson has managed to cross over into the mainstream of American culture -- without compromise. Defiantly tattooed, with his hair in cornrows, the six-foot Philadelphia 76ers point guard is one of the most recognizable and controversial stars of the sports world. His meteoric rise from a troubled childhood in the ghetto to NBA superstardom has been marked by five straight playoff appearances, including a finals ...

A Tuscan Penitent: The Life and Legend of St. Margaret of Cortona - Paperback

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by Giunta Bevegnati (Author), Cuthbert Hess (Author)This Franciscan classic, first published in 1907, and written by a famous Capuchin scholar, tells the story of a young woman in thirteenth-century Italy who shocked everyone by openly living with a rich nobleman outside of marriage and bearing him a son. After her lover was murdered, she was alone and rejected by her family. Filled with remorse and guilt, she finally found peace with the Franciscans as a penitent in the Third Order, and even...

Grimoire Girl: A Memoir of Magic and Mischief - Hardcover

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by Hilarie Burton Morgan (Author)New York Times Bestseller The long-awaited next book from actress and New York Times bestselling author of The Rural Diaries, Hilarie Burton Morgan. Through memoir essays and magical practices, Grimoire Girl connects us to the enchantment that exists inside us all.Since childhood, Hilarie Burton Morgan has felt the call to record, keep, and catalogue life in all its strange wonder. It was a whimsical habit, with no clear goal. And then, when she became a mothe...

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by Michael Frizell (Author), Ramon Salas (Artist)Once upon a time, a young girl named Caitlin Clark lived in West Des Moines, Iowa. Caitlin was mesmerized by the game from the moment she could hold a basketball. Whether playing games in the backyard with her family or cheering for her favorite teams on TV, basketball was in her blood. As Caitlin grew older, her love for the game only intensified. But when it came time to make a decision, Caitlin chose to stay close to home and play for the Un...

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by Lamya H (Author)A queer hijabi Muslim immigrant survives her coming-of-age by drawing strength and hope from stories in the Quran in this "raw and relatable memoir that challenges societal norms and expectations" (Linah Mohammad, NPR). "A masterful, must-read contribution to conversations on power, justice, healing, and devotion from a singular voice I now trust with my whole heart."--Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Untamed AN AUDACIOUS BOOK CLUB PICK - WINNER: The B...

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by Walt Hansen (Author)Anaconda and Me is a collection of poems, short stories and photographs that emphasizes the author's connection to Anaconda, Montana, and the surrounding area, and how it has guided his life for the past 78 years. It includes his community environment, family, friends, and heroes. It is the author's wish that the book be used as a model for others to evaluate their lives in a literary fashion as opposed to a historical narrative. Number of Pages: 92 Dimensions: 0.25 x 1...

Elvis Presley Treasures: The Story of the King of Rock 'n' Roll Told Through His Personal Mementos - Hardcover

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by Gillian G. Gaar (Author)An intimate look at one of the greatest icons of the twentieth century, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, through 100 personal and iconic objects from the archives of Elvis's beloved home, Graceland--a never-before-seen collection, until now. For the first time, fans will see Elvis's remarkable life through his treasured personal items, as well as the items that marked iconic milestones in his life, including: Elvis' first performance guitar The Presley family bible and ...

Witch City Detective: A Salem Police Detective's Journey Through the 1970s, 80s, and 90s: - Paperback

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by James Gauthier (Author), Michael Gauthier (Editor) Number of Pages: 138 Dimensions: 0.3 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 03, 2024

Newsom Unleashed: The Progressive Lust for Unbridled Power - Paperback

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by Ellie Gardey Holmes (Author), Newt Gingrich (Foreword by)Journalist Ellie Gardey Holmes is about to unmask the real Gavin Newsom.Gavin Newsom has been a force in California politics since the 1990s, having acquired power through the machinations of his family and friends. As mayor of San Francisco, his Hollywood mystique and historic progressive policies meant that he could do no wrong-even when he was caught having an affair with his secretary, who also happened to be his friend's wife. E...

The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year - Hardcover

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by Margaret Renkl (Author)THE PERFECT GIFT FOR NATURE LOVERS, BIRDERS, AND GARDENERS, WITH ORIGINAL COLOR ART THROUGHOUT * USA TODAY BESTSELLER * NATIONAL BESTSELLER * AMAZON EDITOR'S PICK * INDIE NEXT PICKFrom the beloved New York Times opinion writer and bestselling author of Late Migrations comes a "howling love letter to the world" (Ann Patchett): a luminous book that traces the passing of seasons, personal and natural.In The Comfort of Crows, Margaret Renkl presents a literary devotional...

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by Olive Senior (Author)The popular West Indian migration narrative often starts with the "Windrush Generation"in 1950s' England, but in Dying to Better Themselves Olive Senior examines an earlier narrative: that of the neglected post-emancipation generation of the 1850s who were lured to Panama by the promise of lucrative work and who initiated a pattern of circular migration that would transform the islands economically, socially and politically well into the twentieth century.West Indians ...

North to Boston: Life Histories from the Black Great Migration in New England - Hardcover

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by Blake Gumprecht (Author)Between World War II and 1980, tens of thousands of Black people moved to Boston from the South as part of the Great Migration, one of the most consequential mass movements of people in American history. Black migration from the South transformed the city, as it did urban areas across the country. North to Boston is the first book to examine that important subject. Blake Gumprecht traces the history of this migration and explores its impacts in greater depth through...

Charles Goodyear, Connecticut Yankee And Rubber Pioneer: A Biography - Paperback

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by P. W. Barker (Author)""Charles Goodyear, Connecticut Yankee And Rubber Pioneer: A Biography"" is a comprehensive account of the life and work of Charles Goodyear, a pioneering figure in the rubber industry. Written by P.W. Barker, the book chronicles Goodyear's early life and career, including his experiments with rubber and his development of the vulcanization process. The book also explores Goodyear's personal life, including his family relationships and his struggles with financial diff...

Condi: The Life of a Steel Magnolia - Paperback

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by Mary Beth Brown (Author)"One day I'll be in that house," said ten year old Condoleezza Rice as she gazed across the White House's expansive front lawn.Of course, Condi made good on that promise. With poise and gracefulness?combined with an iron will and determination?rarely seen in Washington, Rice has become one of the most iconic and influential figures on the world stage. This is her story.Condi provides an in-depth study of the life, faith, and achievements of one of America's most fas...

Bastard Husband: A Love Story - Paperback

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by Linda Lou (Author)A week after I arrived in Sin City, I attended a divorce support group I found in the local newspaper listed between Cross-Dressers of Las Vegas and Friends and Family of Incarcerated People. (And I thought I had problems.) As I sat among a circle of strangers waiting for my turn to share, I glanced at the Absolutely No Swearing sign hanging from the ceiling and thought, "This will be a challenge." "I'm Linda," I began, "I have no husband, no job, and you people are my on...

Winston Churchill: La biografía del icono histórico, Winston Churchill - Hardcover

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by Henry Hanson (Author)WINSTON CHURCHILLWinston Churchill fue un hombre poderoso e inspirador, que persiguió activamente los retos y se esforzó por servir bien a su país. Desde combatir en la Primera Guerra Mundial hasta servir como Primer Ministro durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial en la lucha contra la Alemania nazi, hizo todo lo necesario para lograr la victoria y mantener a salvo a su pueblo. En este libro, además de detallar el tiempo que pasó luchando por su país, también profundizamos ...

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by Paul-Henri Nargeolet (Author), Laura Haydon (Translator)September 1, 1985. The RMS Titanic, which has been missing since April 15, 1912, is found in the North Atlantic where it lies at a depth of 3,821 metres.Paul-Henri Nargeolet, a commander in the French Navy, directed underwater research of part of many expeditions to the wreck, from 1987 until his untimely death in 2023.With hundreds of hours of diving to the liner and more than five thousand objects brought to the surface, including b...

Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures - Hardcover

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by Merlin Sheldrake (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A "brilliant [and] entrancing" (The Guardian) journey into the hidden lives of fungi--the great connectors of the living world--and their astonishing and intimate roles in human life, with the power to heal our bodies, expand our minds, and help us address our most urgent environmental problems. "Grand and dizzying in how thoroughly it recalibrates our understanding of the natural world."--Ed Yong, author of An Immense World ONE OF THE B...

What Jackie Taught Us (Revised and Expanded): Lessons from the Remarkable Life of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Introduction by L iz Smith - Paperback

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by Tina Santi Flaherty (Author), Liz Smith (Introduction by)A unique perspective on the influence and enduring fascination of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis What Jackie Taught Us offers insights about how Jackie lived with poise, grace, and zest, including wisdom about image and style, focus, courage and vision, men, marriage, and motherhood. After more than a decade in print, this commemorative edition features fourteen new essays from notable individuals amplifying the ways in which Jackie'...

Ron Jeremy: The Hardest (Working) Man in Showbiz - Paperback

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by Ron Jeremy (Author)He's the porn world's Everyman. Blessed with an enormous "talent" yet average looks, he's starred in more than 1,700 adult films, directed 250 of them, and over the last twenty years has become porn's biggest ambassador to the mainstream. He's appeared in 60 regular films, 14 music videos, and VH1's Surreal Life, starred in the critically acclaimed Porn star (a movie about his life), and in Being Ron Jeremy (a take off on Being John Malkovich), co-starring Andy Dick. And...