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Stories of oppression and survival, of heritage denied and reclaimed -- twenty-two American writers recall childhood in their native land.

A collection of stories of coming-of-age in America from such accomplished Chicana/o writers as Rudolfo Anaya, Denise Chavez, Alberto Alvaro Rios, Marta Salinas, Gary Soto and others.

Whether marching, speaking, or simply going to school, these brave men and women fought to advance social justice so that others could enjoy their rights. Adler's moving profiles and Farnsworth's evocative paintings honors t hese Americans who risked their own lives for freedom. Full color.

Arguably, no other revolution in history has enjoyed such a brilliant gallery of thinkers as the one that led to the founding of the United States. America's Founding Fathers is centered on the personal philosophies, opinions, thoughts, witticisms, and feelings of the exemplary men who founded our nation. This book gathers together the founding fathers' best quotations on a variety of subjects including life, love, marriage, family, children, ...

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The key to understanding men is in understanding how they relate to their gadgets. Just because they may seem to show more interest in their computers?or their remote controls?or their fancy watches or their power mowers or their stereos?doesn't mean that their toys are really the most important things in their life. In BOYS AND THEIR TOYS, bestselling author Bill Adler, Jr. explains how men use toys to assert their independence and freedom, r...

In this collection of more than 300 letters to President Bush, kids ask personal questions, offer advice, and tell the president about themselves. Ranging from funny to poignant these letters provide a unique glimpse into the minds of young Americans and offer a fresh view of the White House.

A charming non-partisan collection of more than 200 letters highlighting children's thoughts and perspectives on the historic victory of President Barack Obama and what lies ahead.

With the phenomenally successful film version of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" and the young wizard's popularity showing no signs of slowing, here is a charmer of a book for everyone who has ever read and loved a Harry Potter novel.

Here are the personal philosophies, opinions, thoughts, witticisms, and feelings of such upstanding and quintessential Americans as Abigail Adams, Dolly Madison, Eleanor Roosevelt, Jacqueline Kennedy, Nancy Reagan, Barbara Bush, and Hillary Clinton. 43 photos.

No heroes, everyone did their part, and everyone was scared to death.”They are the words of soldier Mark W. Harms in 1968, summing up his combat experience during the Vietnam War. His stunning letter home is just one of hundreds featured in this unforgettable collection, Letters from Vietnam. In these affecting pages are the unadorned voices of men and women who fought-and, in some cases, fell-in America's most controversial war. They bring ne...

Finally, ideas for successful ways to go to bat, or battle, against those inconsiderate, unruly, unusual, or downright obnoxious neighbors. In this hands-on guide you'll find ways to cope with problems through apartment walls or over back fences, among owners or renters. Whether the situation calls for a friendly negotiation or an all-out war, "Outwitting the Neighbors" is the source to call on.

Witty, candid, and full of hope for the future, Ronald Reagan was known as "The Great Communicator", a reputation confirmed in The Uncommon Wisdom of Ronald Reagan, a remarkable collection of quotations that articulates his abiding convictions and unwavering commitment to American principles. These pages bring Ronald Reagan vividly to life in his own words, visiting the milestones of his career from his early days as an actor in radio, televis...

From Manassas to Antietam to Sherman's march to the sea, The Civil War Quiz Book offers challenging questions on every major battle and campaign of the most momentous war in American history. It will enlighten both experts and novices alike.