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Jack the Ripper
By Michael Burgan. 2017
Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it takes to be considered one of the worst figures in history, with this…
second book in a brand-new nonfiction series that focuses on the most nefarious historical figures.In 1888, London was terrorized by a mysterious man with a knife. Between the end of August and beginning of November, this man committed five known murders—possibly more. Then, just as suddenly as they started, the killings stopped. Dubbed “Jack the Ripper” by the press, he slipped through the dark, foggy streets of London’s Whitchapel district, targeting women and leaving no witnesses and no clues as to his identity. The police were stumped. The press went wild. But no one could find Jack the Ripper. Even today, Jack the Ripper continues to fascinate. Amateur detectives, known as “Ripperologists”, books, movies, and walking tours all focus on one question: who was Jack the Ripper? Get a little closer to finding out with this biography that takes a deeper look at Jack the Ripper…because while he may be one of history’s worst people, his legend lives on.George W. Bush
By Beatrice Gormley. 2015
Learn about the life of the 43rd President of the United States in this updated biography of George W. Bush,…
specially written for a younger audience.President George W. Bush once said, "I never dreamed about becoming president. When I was growing up, I wanted to be Willie Mays." George W. was born July 6, 1946, in New Haven, Connecticut. He grew up in Texas but returned to Connecticut to attend Yale University. As a young man he trained as a fighter pilot in the Texas Air National Guard before beginning a career in business. He entered Texas politics and served as the state's governor from 1994 to 2000. In 2001 George W. Bush won one of the closest, and most disputed, presidential elections in United States history. During his first term Bush launched a war against terrorism after the devastating attacks of September 11, 2001. In 2004 he won his second term against John Kerry. Originally published as President George W. Bush in 2005, this revised biography of the 43rd President of the United States includes eight pages of photos as well as a timeline and index.La sonrisa de Mandela
By John Carlin. 2013
"Creo que, pese a la gran presencia de Mandela en la escena internacional, aún queda mucho por decir sobre el…
hombre, la calidad de su liderazgo y el legado que deja al mundo. Mi esperanza es que los lectores de este libro se lleven una idea más profunda de Mandela como persona y de porqué ha sido la figura moral y política más importante de nuestra época". --John Carlin Entre el 11 de febrero de 1990 y el 10 de mayo de 1994, Nelson Mandela pasó de ser el prisionero político más famoso del mundo a presidente de su país. Fueron cuatro años acelerados y fascinantes que dieron la talla humana y política de un líder excepcional. John Carlin, observador privilegiado de esa etapa, traza un emocionante retrato de Mandela en el que demuestra que se puede ser un gran líder político sin dejar de ser una gran persona, y que la reconciliación y la convivencia son no sólo deseables sino posibles incluso en las circunstancias más difíciles.42: Inside the Presidency of Bill Clinton (Miller Center of Public Affairs Books)
By Michael Nelson, Barbara A. Perry, Russell L. Riley. 2016
This book uses hundreds of hours of newly opened interviews and other sources to illuminate the life and times of…
the nation's forty-second president, Bill Clinton. Combining the authoritative perspective of these inside accounts with the analytic powers of some of America's most distinguished presidential scholars, the essays assembled here offer a major advance in our collective understanding of the Clinton White House. Included are path-breaking chapters on the major domestic and foreign policy initiatives of the Clinton years, as well as objective discussions of political success and failure. p>42 is the first book to make extensive use of previously closed interviews collected for the Clinton Presidential History Project, conducted by the Presidential Oral History Program of the University of Virginia's Miller Center. These interviews, recorded by teams of scholars working under a veil of strict confidentiality, explored officials' memories of their service with President Clinton and their careers prior to joining the administration. Interviewees also offered political and leadership lessons they had gleaned as eyewitnesses to and shapers of history. Their spoken recollections provide invaluable detail about the inner history of the presidency in an age when personal diaries and discursive letters are seldom written. The authors producing this volume had first access to more than fifty of these cleared interviews, including sessions with White House chiefs of staff Mack McLarty and Leon Panetta, Secretaries of State Warren Christopher and Madeleine Albright, National Security Advisors Anthony Lake and Sandy Berger, and a host of political advisors who guided Clinton into the White House and helped keep him there. This book thus provides a multidimensional portrait of Bill Clinton's administration, drawing largely on the observations of those who knew it best.p>ContributorsSpencer D. Bakich, University of RichmondBrendan J. Doherty, United States Naval AcademyPatrick T. Hickey, West Virginia Universityp>Elaine Kamarck, Center for Effective Public Management, Brookings InstitutionSidney M. Milkis, University of VirginiaMegan Moeller, University of Texas at AustinMichael Nelson, Rhodes College and the Miller Center, University of Virginia>Bruce F. Nesmith, Coe CollegeBarbara A. Perry, Miller Center, University of VirginiaPaul J. Quirk, University of British Columbiap>Russell L. Riley, Miller Center, University of Virginia Andrew Rudalevige, Bowdoin CollegeRobert A. Strong, Washington and Lee UniversitySean M. Theriault, University of Texas at AustinLet's Split Logs, Abe Lincoln! (Before I Made History)
By Peter Roop, Connie Roop. 2002
What you might not have known about him: Abraham Lincoln had many nicknames during his life. One of Abraham Lincoln's…
nicknames was "Honest Abe." Do you know how he got this nickname? Young Abraham Lincoln lived in three states. Do you know which ones? All of his life Abe Lincoln liked to learn. Do you know how many years Abe was actually in school? Abe Lincoln liked to write, but his family was poor. Do you know what he wrote on instead of paper? Abraham Lincoln had a hero whom he admired. Abraham Lincoln ran in many elections. Do you know which one he was the most proud of? President Lincoln was our tallest president. He was the first president to grow a beard. Do you know who asked him to grow it? Abraham Lincoln died while he was President. Did you know he almost accidentally died twice when he was young?Barbara Jordan: American Hero
By Mary Beth Rogers. 1998
Barbara Jordan was the first African American to serve in the Texas Senate since Reconstruction, the first black woman elected…
to Congress from the South, and the first to deliver the keynote address at a national party convention. Yet Jordan herself remained a mystery, a woman so private that even her close friends did not know the name of the illness that debilitated her for two decades until it struck her down at the age of fifty-nine.In Barbara Jordan, Mary Beth Rogers deftly explores the forces that shaped the moral character and quiet dignity of this extraordinary woman. She reveals the seeds of Jordan's trademark stoicism while recapturing the essence of a black woman entering politics just as the civil rights movement exploded across the nation. Celebrating Jordan's elegance, passion, and patriotism, this illuminating portrayal gives new depth to our understanding of one of the most influential women of our time-a woman whose powerful convictions and flair for oratorical drama changed the political landscape of America's twentieth century.From the Trade Paperback edition.Irish Journal
By Heinrich Böll, Leila Vennewitz, Hugo Hamilton. 2005
A unique entry in the Böll library, Irish Journal records an eccentric tour of Ireland in the 1950's. An epilogue…
written fourteen years later reflects on the enormous changes to the country and the people that Böll loved. Irish Journal is a time capsule of a land and a way of life that has disappeared.El Ascenso de Marco Rubio
By Manuel Roig-Franzia. 2012
Now in a Spanish-language edition: the definitive biography of Senator Marco Rubio, the youngest Speaker of the Florida Statehouse and…
the biggest rising star in the Republican Party.Florida Senator Marco Rubio has been called the "crown prince" of the Tea Party movement and "the Michael Jordan of Republican politics." Some might think that's a bit of an exaggeration, but no one--not even his rivals in the Democratic Party--disagrees with the fact that Marco Rubio is going far in American politics. Manuel Roig-Franzia delivers the story of how Rubio came up so fast and why. It's a classic American odyssey: his parents left Cuba for a better economic life in Miami a few years before Castro came to power; his father worked as a bartender, his mother as a maid and then stock clerk at Kmart. When the cocaine cowboys were terrorizing south Florida, Rubio's family moved to Vegas, where his father worked in a gambling hall. When they moved back to south Florida, the small but tough Rubio made the football team, became an expert on the Miami Dolphins, and raced to begin a political career minutes after graduating from law school. By the time he was sworn in as speaker of the Florida House of Representatives in 2000, he was the youngest person and the first Hispanic to hold that position. Mike Huckabee likes to say: "He is our Barack Obama with substance." Marco describes all facets of this policy wonk married to a former Dolphins cheerleader with whom he has four children. Rubio has the endurance, smarts and charisma to be a presence on the American political scene for years to come. This is a book his fans, and critics, must read.Rick Steves' Tour: Borghese Gallery, Rome
By Rick Steves, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe’s most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points…
of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Borghese Gallery, Rome—for less than the price of a cappuccino—Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Borghese Gallery, including when to go, how much it costs, and what’s worth your time once you’re there. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the museum along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Borghese Gallery, Rome is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Tour: Borghese Gallery, Rome
By Rick Steves, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe’s most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points…
of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Borghese Gallery, Rome—for less than the price of a cappuccino—Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Borghese Gallery, including when to go, how much it costs, and what’s worth your time once you’re there. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the museum along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Borghese Gallery, Rome is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Tour: Pantheon, Rome
By Rick Steves, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe’s most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points…
of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Pantheon, Rome—for less than the price of a cappuccino—Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Pantheon, including when to go, how much it costs, and what’s worth your time once you’re there. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the building along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Pantheon, Rome is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Walk: Red Light District, Amsterdam
By Rick Steves, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe’s most popular destinations, designed for easy reference…
on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Walk: Red Light District, Amsterdam, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk through Amsterdam's Red Light District—including where to start, how much time you need, and what’s worth stopping for—all for less than the cost of a cappuccino. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the things you encounter along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Walk: Red Light District, Amsterdam is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Walks and Tours are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Straight From the Heart
By Ann Richards. 1989
The Essential Bernie Sanders and His Vision for America
By Jonathan Tasini. 2015
Meet the essential Bernie Sanders--an authentic and uncompromising champion of the people. Independent United States Senator Bernie Sanders--with a thirty-five-year…
career in public service, first as Burlington, Vermont's mayor, then as Vermont's sole representative to Congress, and currently as a United States senator--is now campaigning to become president of the United States. His goal is to build a movement to take back our country from the rich and powerful, and return it to its rightful owners--we, the American people. Sanders' common sense, populist message is resonating with Democrats, Republicans, independents, as well as ordinary working- and middle-class Americans from all walks of life, including millennials, seniors, veterans, immigrants, environmentalists, union workers, and more. In this short, accessible book, author Jonathan Tasini draws heavily from Sanders' ample public record of speeches, statements, and interviews, and couples his working-class spirit with specific legislation he has championed on a number of core proposals that comprise a broader people's agenda for America, including: A national, single-payer health care system; Free public higher education; Taking on wealth and income inequality; Preserving Social Security; Caring for our veterans; Ensuring civil rights for all; Combatting climate change; Reforming Wall Street, and much more. The Essential Bernie Sanders and His Vision for America is a must-read for anyone who shares a vision for a forward-looking, sustainable, and more just United States of America, and is eager to change the course of history.Rick Steves' Tour: National Gallery, London
By Rick Steves, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe’s most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points…
of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: National Gallery, London—for less than the price of a cappuccino—Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the National Gallery, including when to go and what’s worth your time once you’re there. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the museum along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: National Gallery, London is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Walk: Heart of Rome
By Rick Steves, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe’s most popular destinations, designed for easy reference…
on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Walk: Heart of Rome, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk through Rome's center—including where to start, how much time you need, and what’s worth stopping for—all for less than the cost of a cappuccino. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the things you encounter along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Walk: Heart of Rome is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Walks and Tours are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Tour: Louvre Museum, Paris
By Rick Steves, Steve Smith, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe’s most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points…
of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Louvre Museum, Paris—for less than the price of a café au lait—Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Louvre, including when to go, how much it costs, and what’s worth your time once you’re there. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the museum along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Louvre Museum, Paris is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Walk: Athens City Center
By Rick Steves. 2011
Rick Steves’ Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe’s most popular destinations, designed for easy reference…
on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Walk: Athens City Center, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk through Athens' center—including where to start, how much time you need, and what’s worth stopping for—all for less than the cost of a cappuccino. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the things you encounter along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Walk: Athens City Center is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Walks and Tours are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Tour: St. Paul's Cathedral, London
By Rick Steves, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe’s most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points…
of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: St. Paul's Cathedral, London—for less than the price of a cappuccino—Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral, including when to go, how much it costs, and what’s worth your time once you’re there. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the cathedral along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: St. Paul's Cathedral, London is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.Rick Steves' Walk: Champs-Elysées, Paris
By Rick Steves, Steve Smith, Gene Openshaw. 2011
Rick Steves’ Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe’s most popular destinations, designed for easy reference…
on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Walk: Champs-Elysées, Paris, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk down the Champs-Elysées—including where to start, how much time you need, and what’s worth stopping for—all for less than the cost of a café au lait. With Rick’s knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you’ll also learn some interesting historical facts about the things you encounter along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America’s expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Walk: Champs-Elysées, Paris is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves’ Walks and Tours are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.