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The Confederate flag
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Hal Marcovitz |
Discusses the symbolic meaning and history of the various forms of the Confederate flag used during the Civil War, as well as controversies surrounding modern-day display and use of this emblem. |
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
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Hal Marcovitz |
Profiles Washington, D.C.'s member of the United States House of Representatives who, in a previous position as head of the Equal Employment Opportunity Council, wrote the guidelines on sexual harras… |
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Francisco Coronado and the exploration of the American Southwest
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Hal Marcovitz |
A biography of the conquistador whose quest for the Seven Cities of Gold led to the exploration of the American Southwest in 1540. |
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Uncle Sam
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Hal Marcovitz |
Describes "Uncle Sam" Wilson, the New York meat-packer who supplied the troops with meat during the War of 1812, and how he gave rise to the national symbol popular with illustrators. |
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The Washington Monument
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Hal Marcovitz |
Describes the events surrounding the decision to build a monument to President George Washington and the complicated process of funding and building this structure. |
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Jordin Sparks
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Hal Marcovitz |
Biography of Jordan Sparks, who, at seventeen years old, became the youngest American Idol winner in the show's history. |
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Biological & chemical warfare
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Hal Marcovitz |
Examines the issues of biological and chemical warfare, including its historical background leading up to its current and future impact on society. The Hague Peace Conventions, the Geneva Protocol, … |
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The Statue of Liberty
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Hal Marcovitz |
Traces the history of the United States' symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, from its conception and design, through the fund-raising and construction, to its dedication in 1886. |
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Cesar Chavez
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Hal Marcovitz |
A biography of the union activist who led the struggle of migrant farm workers for better working conditions. |
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What is the future of fossil fuels?
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Hal Marcovitz |
Presents different debates on fossil fuels, following with opposing viewpoints on each. |
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E-books
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Hal Marcovitz |
Explores the impacts of eBook technology on our personal lives, and society in fields such education, medicine, commerce, and law. |
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The Arab Spring uprisings
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Hal Marcovitz |
Examines the revolutionary wave of demonstrations and protests (both non-violent and violent), riots, and civil wars in the Arab world that began on December 18, 2010. |
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Designer Drugs
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Hal Marcovitz |
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The White House
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Hal Marcovitz |
The history of the White House, including the story of its construction, interesting and important facts and statistics, and its importance as an American symbol. |
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An angry guy's guide
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Hal Marcovitz |
"Explores the emotion of anger in young men and the best ways to deal with it and the situations that cause it. Includes real-life examples, quotes, facts, tips, and quizzes"--Provided by publisher. |
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Hispanic celebrities in America
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Hal Marcovitz |
People of Hispanic descent have made significant contributions in music, cuisine, literature, politics, sports, business, science, tecnology, & many oter fields. Inside this book you'll fund a short … |
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