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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Standard Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Rafael Lopez (illustratore).

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Hardback. Condizione: Good. A sweet and captivating look at a woman who was an inspiration for many and whose legacy endures. Ann Nyberg, delves into the long, extraordinary life of Katharine Hepburn through personal remembrances from people whose lives she influenced--even in the tiniest way. From tales from her beloved Fenwick in Connecticut to her time as an actress, endearing memories of Kate are recounted that highlight her individuality, confidence, determination, and zest for life! She was bold, brash, and beautiful--a woman way ahead of her time with a unique spunk admired by many.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. In the bustling city streets of late 18th century Louisville began a tradition of thoroughbred racing that has transcended centuries.Follow author Kimberly Gatto as she chronicles the history of the world's most famous racing venue, which revolutionized the Sport of Kings and created the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks, and Clark Handicap races. Fans will enjoy the tales of various horses, from the early triumph of Ten Broeck over Mollie McCarthy to the Derby victory of the heroic thoroughbred Barbaro. Churchill Downs: America's Most Historic Racetrack recounts the various financial hardships, the introduction of parimutuel betting, the construction of the famed twin spire grandstand, and how the age of television transformed Churchill Downs into the majestic track we recognize today.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. In America's Daughter, the second book of the trilogy, the author arrives in the United States in the company of Catherine Murray, an American high-school teacher. Her adjustment to a new culture includes shocking doses of American-style racial discrimination and Nhambu's discovery that she must learn to be a Black American. She graduates from college, thus fulfilling her dream of becoming a teacher, and teaches high school in the inner city. She marries, has two children, and establishes herself in the American way of life. Then a visit to Africa, and especially to Tanzania, reawakens the drumbeats and dancing that she carries in her soul. On her return home, she teaches Swahili and African Studies, performs African dance at schools, and creates Aerobics With Soul(R), a fitness workout based on African dance. She both finds and creates the family she longed for as a child and connects with her unknown background. The first book of the trilogy, Africa's Child, was released in 2016. The final book of her memoir series--Drum Beats, Heart Beats--reveals more of Nhambu's life as she searches for her father.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. "Steve Turner is a tough-minded poet with an ear for the psalms, an eye for the miracles in the mundane and an understanding of how despair can break the ground for joy to take root. The story of 'Amazing Grace' is just that: a gospel song with out any of the big-grinning cheesiness often found in that genre. As a musician, I am often struck by the phrase 'sweet the sound'as in 'Amazing grace! (how sweet the sound)'. I love to think music can be an instrument of grace.that there might be mercy in melody and that at the very least a great song can fill the silence of indifference we sometimes find in our hearts." -Bono From acclaimed music writer Steve Turner, an unprecedented and illuminating study of this inspirational hymn Behind our most beloved hymn is a fascinating story spanning continents, cultures, and centuries. Inspired by the way this piece of music continues to live and grow, acclaimed writer Steve Turner traces "Amazing Grace" from the composition of its lyrics by former slave trader John Newton, to its current status as the most popular hymn in America. John Newton had been rescued from Africa by a merchant ship when, during an 11-hour storm on the Atlantic, he began his conversion to Christianity. Years later, as a minister, he wrote the hymn for use among his congregation. Through the 19th century "Amazing Grace" appeared in more and more hymn books, and in the 20th century it rose to a gospel and folk standard before exploding into pop music, and has been recorded by artists as varied as Elvis Presley, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Johnny Cash, and Destiny's Child. Amazing Grace closely examines this modern history of the hymn through personal interviews with recording artists. With in-depth research and personal interviews with recording artists, Amazing Grace is a thorough and illuminating musical history--as well as a source of comfort and inspiration at a time when America is rediscovering its spirituality and its tradition.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. There is a war raging in America. On one side sits religion and freedom. On the other side, atheism and Statism. American liberty hangs in the balance.In this timely and well-documented expos, author Brad O'Leary takes you deep inside the battle to save our nation's Judeo Christian identity, and with it, our liberty. From attacks on Christian holidays, to government efforts to stamp-out homeschooling, to the courtroom assault on Christianity and free speech, O'Leary leaves no doubt that there is a concerted effort underway to replace allegiance to God with allegiance to government.If you cherish your God-given freedom, this book is a must read. If you're ready to fight back, this book is an essential weapon in your arsenal.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. "Steve Turner is a tough-minded poet with an ear for the psalms, an eye for the miracles in the mundane and an understanding of how despair can break the ground for joy to take root. The story of 'Amazing Grace' is just that: a gospel song with out any of the big-grinning cheesiness often found in that genre. As a musician, I am often struck by the phrase 'sweet the sound'as in 'Amazing grace! (how sweet the sound)'. I love to think music can be an instrument of grace.that there might be mercy in melody and that at the very least a great song can fill the silence of indifference we sometimes find in our hearts." -Bono From acclaimed music writer Steve Turner, an unprecedented and illuminating study of this inspirational hymn Behind our most beloved hymn is a fascinating story spanning continents, cultures, and centuries. Inspired by the way this piece of music continues to live and grow, acclaimed writer Steve Turner traces "Amazing Grace" from the composition of its lyrics by former slave trader John Newton, to its current status as the most popular hymn in America. John Newton had been rescued from Africa by a merchant ship when, during an 11-hour storm on the Atlantic, he began his conversion to Christianity. Years later, as a minister, he wrote the hymn for use among his congregation. Through the 19th century "Amazing Grace" appeared in more and more hymn books, and in the 20th century it rose to a gospel and folk standard before exploding into pop music, and has been recorded by artists as varied as Elvis Presley, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Johnny Cash, and Destiny's Child. Amazing Grace closely examines this modern history of the hymn through personal interviews with recording artists. With in-depth research and personal interviews with recording artists, Amazing Grace is a thorough and illuminating musical history--as well as a source of comfort and inspiration at a time when America is rediscovering its spirituality and its tradition.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. The 1840s ushered in the beginning of the largest migration in US history. People in crowded Eastern cities and Missouri River towns were feeling the pull of the Western frontier. It was the dawn of a new era of expansion, and over the next few decades, the making of a new kind of pioneer. It was the birth of the cowgirl!      Welcome to the world of nimble equestriennes, hawkeyed sharpshooters, sly outlaws, eloquent legislators, expert wranglers and talented performers who made eyes pop and jaws drop with their skills, savvy and bravery. In this fascinating account of an ever-evolving American icon, Holly George-Warren invites readers to saddle up with a host of these trailblazers who helped settle the West and define the cowgirl spirit.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. In this cookbook/restaurant guide, chefs from some of America's best natural food restaurants share their favourite healthy-cooking recipes.

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Introduce developing readers to biography with the story of Joe Biden, fully illustrated with digital collage to capture the interest of young children. Who is America's 46th president, Joe Biden? Read on to learn about his life, from the football field to the Senate and finally the White House.Simple sentences with supporting color illustrations will engage children who are learning to read.Glossary to build vocabulary.Inclusive illustrations reflect the diversity of America.Excellent source for a student book report in elementary school.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. "Rosanna Bruno's speculative look at Emily Dickinson's social media feed is so hysterical you may find yourself with a case of the vapors."--Alison Bechdel America's favorite recluse just got a life! With her distinctively funky drawing style and insightful wit, artist Rosanna Bruno presents a cross-generational Dickinson for the 21st century. Emily Dickinson said: "Tell all the truth, but tell it slant." Artist Rosanna Bruno does just as the poet asked in a series of several dozen witty, hand-drawn cartoons inspired by what we know--and don't know--about Dickinson's life and work. The Slanted Life of Emily Dickinson explores--often hilariously, and always respectfully--the myth surrounding the reclusive poet using her own words to skew, or slant, a story that is already somewhat fuzzy in detail. Beginning with a line or two from Dickinson's poems or letters, Rosanna Bruno presents an image of a real or imagined event. For example, she imagines Dickinson's Facebook page ("Relationship Status: It's Complicated"), her OkCupid dating profile ("I am small, like the wren; and my hair is bold, like the chestnut burr."), her senior yearbook page ("Girl Most Likely to Talk to Birds"), and several other hilarious scenes and fictional artifacts. The result is a wickedly funny portrait of one of the most beloved (and mythologized) poets in the American canon.…

Condizione: Fair. While critics claim that a nefarious Israel Lobby dictates U.S. policy in the Middle East, the Arab Lobby in this country is older, richer, and more powerful than the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). The Arab Lobby  is the first book in more than 25 years to investigate the scope and activities of this diffuse yet powerful network. Author Mitchell Bard courageously explores the invisible alliance that threatens Israel and undermines America's interests in the Middle East.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. His politics might be moderate, but his appeal is extreme.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Radio talk-show host Darrell Ankarlo delivers a gripping, beyond-the-headlines look at illegal immigration: its victims, its perpetrators, and its toll on the heart of a nation and the will of her law-abiding citizens. From the hot-button state of Arizona, Ankarlo dared venture to the epicenter of the battle for America's southern border.…

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Condizione: Good. George Washington was America's first spymaster, and his skill as such won the war for independence. George Washington's Secret Spy War is the untold story of how George Washington took a disorderly, ill-equipped rabble and defeated the best trained and best equipped army of its day in the Revolutionary War. Author John A. Nagy has become the nation's leading expert on the subject, discovering hundreds of spies who went behind enemy lines to gather intelligence during the American Revolution, many of whom are completely unknown to most historians. Using George Washington's diary as the primary source, Nagy tells the story of Washington's experiences during the French and Indian War and his first steps in the field of espionage. Despite what many believe, Washington did not come to the American Revolution completely unskilled in this area of warfare. Espionage was a skill he honed during the French and Indian war and upon which he heavily depended during the Revolutionary War. He used espionage to level the playing field and then exploited it on to final victory. Filled with thrilling and never-before-told stories from the battlefield and behind enemy lines, this is the story of how Washington out-spied the British. For the first time, readers will discover how espionage played a major part in the American Revolution and why Washington was a master at orchestrating it.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Lacey, Mike (illustratore).