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The Alamo
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Ann Gaines |
Describes the history of the famous Alamo, which was built as a mission, but later used as a fort, the battle fought there, and its significance for the history of the United States. |
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Benedict Arnold
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Ann Gaines |
Describes the life and times of Benedict Arnold, giving a glimpse into the man whose name became synonymous with the word "traitor." |
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Britney Spears
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Ann Gaines |
A brief biography of the former Mouseketeer and popular young singer, Britney Spears. |
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J.K. Rowling
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Ann Gaines |
Provides a brief biography of author and storyteller Joanne Kathleen Rowling. |
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Alexander von Humboldt, colossus of exploration
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Ann Gaines |
Examines the life and times of the German scientist and geographer who helped found modern geography and pioneered in plant geography and climatology. |
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Commodore Perry opens Japan to trade in world history
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Ann Gaines |
Traces the efforts of Commodore Matthew Perry to use force and diplomacy to end Japan's traditional isolationism and to begin trade with the Asian nation. |
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Entertainment & performing arts
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Ann Gaines |
Chronicles the lives of Mary Pickford, Lucille Ball, Katherine Hepburn, Marlee Matlin, Rita Moreno, and Jodie Foster. |
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Robert A. Weinberg and the search for the cause of cancer
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Ann Gaines |
Details the life of Robert Weinberg and his involvement in research into the genetic causes of cancer. |
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Roseanne
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Ann Gaines |
Chronicles the life of the famous television star and her struggles to overcome many obstacles, including alleged child abuse, teen pregnancy, institutionalization, and mental instability. |
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Sports & athletics
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Ann Gaines |
Discusses the lives and athletic accomplishments of six women: Althea Gibson, Wilma Rudolph, Janet Guthrie, Debi Thomas, Sheryl Swoopes, and Pat Head Summitt. |
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Tim Berners-Lee and the development of the World Wide Web
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Ann Gaines |
Profiles the young Englishman who is credited with transforming the Internet, which had its origins in a defensive weapon plan, into the global information and communications system called the World … |
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Wallace Carothers and the story of DuPont nylon
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Ann Gaines |
Examines the life and work of Wallace Carothers, who invented nylon for the DuPont Company. |
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Whoopi Goldberg
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Ann Gaines |
A biography of the single mother, former welfare recipient, and one-time drug addict whose determination helped her become a successful actress and television personality. |
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Faith Hill
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Ann Gaines |
Describes the life and career of country singer Faith Hill. |
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Kids top 10 pet dogs
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Ann Gaines |
"Discusses the best ten dog breeds for kids to keep as pets and includes each breed's appearance, general behavior, and special needs."-- |
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Kids top 10 pet reptiles and amphibians
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Ann Gaines |
"Discusses the best ten reptiles and amphibians for kids to keep as pets and includes each species' appearance, general behavior, diet, and special needs."-- |
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Kids top 10 small mammal pets
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Ann Gaines |
"Discusses the best ten small mammals for kids to keep as pets and includes each species' appearance, general behavior, diet, and special needs."-- |
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