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7802) Hitler, the rise of evil
Language
English
Description
Traces the mind of a madman as he begins his ruthless climb to power. From his emergence out of the ashes of World War I through the birth of the Nazi party.
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"The personal letters of Americans during the Civil War preserve first-person records of news, people, and emotions that humanize the horrific events of the Civil War and provide unique insights into the conflict's effects on individuals, families, communities, and America. Often, however, only the letters sent home survived, leaving half of the story missing. Between Home and the Front presents previously unpublished letters from Walters family's...
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
After having worked closely with the legendary media titan for thirty-five years, Irwin Stelzer is uniquely positioned to evaluate Murdoch's media empire through periods of rapid expansion and acquisitions, times of financial and regulatory stress, and political battles in Britain and America. Stelzer helped plan important company conclaves and assisted with Murdoch's speeches, at least one of which was responsible for having News Corp barred by the...
Author
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"The Blind Boys of Alabama are the quintessential Gospel vocal group, and the longest-running musical institution in America. Their story intersects with pivotal moments and issues in American history and is an ideal prism through which to trace music, culture, history, and race in America. Spirit of the Century invites readers to follow along the Blind Boys' eight-decade journey together from a segregated trade school, through the rough and tumble...
7809) Joe Biden
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
890L
Language
English
Description
This biography introduces readers to Joe Biden, including his achievements as US senator and vice president, his charitable contributions, his historic selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate, and their victory in the 2020 presidential election. Information about his childhood, family, and personal life is included.
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"A leading figure in Buddhist-informed social and ecological activism since the 1980s, Joanna Macy's life work is rooted in a profound study of the parallels between Buddhist and scientific worldviews. Her innovative efforts at the intersection of systems theory, Buddhist practice, and social and environmental justice have produced important developments in areas ranging from anti-nuclear activism and climate change to grief work and indigenous rights....
Author
Series
American popular music volume 6
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"As the first fulltime songwriters to move to Nashville in the mid 20th century, Boudleaux and Felice Bryant played a significant role in shaping the development of three genres of American music: country, rock 'n roll, and pop, and in so doing, helped make their adopted home Music City USA"--
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Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
930L
Language
English
Description
"Meet 25 inspiring women in the world of gaming and the metaverse. Read about how they've created innovative technology, designed the video games you play, and broken barriers whenever their industry put up walls. Dive into gamer communities with popular streamers like Imane Anys, better known as Pokimane. Learn to lead with Aya Kyogoku, who directed several Animal Crossing games. Design digital clothing with Roblox creators like cSapphire. And compete...
Author
Pub. Date
c2019.
Language
English
Description
"In our imaginings of Paris, painter and graphic artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864?1901) has no small role to play. In his prints, posters, paintings, and drawings, the artist immortalized the city?s Belle ?poque nightlife and put the northern neighborhood of Montmartre on the global map of creative-hedonist hotspots. Though he died aged just 36, due to complications from alcoholism and syphilis, Toulouse-Lautrec?s cultural influence was immense....
7820) Sarah Michelle Gellar
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
A biography of the young actress who has been seen on the soap opera, "All My Children," and as the star of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
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