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A Spectator's Guide to the Summer Games

The 1996 Summer Games in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, are a gala celebration of the Olympic Centennial. This guide to the Games offers complete statistics and schedules, human interest stories, anecdotes and details about the Games. Published in association with the United States Olympic Committee, the book provides a reader warm-up for each sport, a spectator's guide, with game rules, equipment requirements and explanations of terms, forecasts for the 1996 results, highlights from previous Olympic competitions, and medallists for all 28 summer sports. Also included is a complete schedule of events for each sport, with trivia quizzes, glossaries of terms, and a profile of Atlanta, Georgia, the city which is host for the 1996 Summer Games. The guide is illustrated with action photographs from past competitions.

The Olympic Factbook

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Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

A Diary of Dreams

The gymnast who led the U.S. team to the gold medal at the 1996 Summer Olympics recounts her childhood, her training, her relationship with her coaches, and her Olympic experience

Landing on My Feet

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

The Epic Story of His Forty-Year Struggle and Final Triumph over Communism

The Epic Story of His Forty-Year Struggle and Final Triumph Over Communism

REAGAN'S WAR tells the story of Ronald Reagan's personal and political journey as an ami-communist. Beginning with his days inHollywood and extending through his presidency, the book is based on private diaries and secret documents obtained from archives in Russia, Germany, Poland, Hungary, and the United States-many of them still classified Top Secret. Schweizer's book is therefore also a history of the Cold War and a detailed critique of its conduct by Nixon. Ford and Carter, all of whom were remarkably soft on the Soviets Detente helped the Soviet Union survive and by 1980 the Soviets believed they would win. Reagan made a strong departure from this passive tradition, reversing the direction of US policy and vigorously prosecuting the Cold War as a kind of personal crusade.The book begins with Reagan's days in Hollywood, his involvement with anti-communist liberals such as James Roosevelt and Olivia De Havilland, and his role as a secret informer for the FBI. It then chronicles his move from a containment anti-communist in the mold of Harry Truman to an advocate of rolling back Soviet power. By the late 1960s he was forcefully calling for the overthrow of the Soviet Union and the destruction of the Berlin Wall. Reagan's criticism of detente along with his earlier work in Hollywood led Moscow to closely watch the emerging national politician. By the time he was elected president. Soviet officials had concluded that he represented a real and genuine threat to their interests. They were right- using internal Reagan Administration documents still classified or obtained through the Freedom of Information Act.REAGAN'S WAR shows for the first time how Ronald Reagan personally mapped out and directed a successful campaign to bankrupt the Soviet Union and wage an economic and political war against Moscow.

Reagan's War

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When his small plane crashes into a lake, Brian Robeson is the only one left alive in a hostile, barren place where he must fight for his survival at every turn. Brian's difficult, lonely days are described with great mastery. Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.

Hatchet

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Set in a time span before and during #WWII, this collage of short stories enlightened with local dialogue follows the life of Joey Mook during seven of his formative years in South West Florida. The trials and tribulations of maturing, his love for his parents, friends, and nature have been interwoven by Robert Arthur to make this a good read for all ages.
About the Author
Robert Arthur has turned his ability as a dynamic story teller to penning them for all to enjoy. He was reared in two of the Country’s most Southern states, #Georgia and #Florida, which is reflected in the dialects of his characters. He is a true “Cracker.” His experiences as a Florida outdoorsman is accurately described in the relevant chapters of this book. Mr. Arthur lives in South Florida with his wife, Betty.

Memories of Limona

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A Genius for War

Patton: A Genius for War is a full-fledged portrait of an extraordinary American that reveals the complex and contradictory personality that lay behind the swashbuckling and brash facade. According to Publishers Weekly, the result is "a major biography of a major American military figure." "This massive work is biography at its very best. Literate and meaty, incisive and balanced, detailed without being pedantic. Mr. D'Este's Patton takes its rightful place as the definitive biography of this American warrior." --Calvin L. Christman, Dallas Morning News "D'Este tells this story well, and gives us a new understanding of this great and troubled man."-The Wall Street Journal "An instant classic." --Douglas Brinkley, director, Eisenhower Center

Patton

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Magazine in collectable condition. #sportsillustrated

Serena Willams 

Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year

Clement Hurd redrew some of his pictures for this new edition of the profoundly comforting story of a bunny's imaginary game of hide-and-seek and the lovingly steadfast mother who finds him every time. "Best of the Best" Children's Books 1966-1978 (SLJ) Outstanding Children's Books of 1972 (NYT)

The Runaway Bunny

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A young boy grows to manhood and old age experiencing the love and generosity of a tree which gives to him without thought of return.

The Giving Tree

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Rules of Tennis

An Ill-Advised Autobiography

ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults * New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age

A riveting, scorching--and hilarious--autobiography by the award-winning author of Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes and Deadline.

From trying to impress a member of the girls' softball team (with disastrous dental results) to enduring the humiliation of his high school athletic club initiation (olives and oysters play unforgettable roles), Chris Crutcher's memoir of the tricky road to adulthood is candid, disarming, laugh-out-loud funny, relevant, and never less than riveting.

He vividly describes a temper that was always waiting to trip him up even as it sustained him through some of the most memorable mishaps any child has survived. And how did this guy (he lifted his brother's homework through the entire tenth grade) ever become a writer, not to mention the author of fourteen critically acclaimed books for young people

The frontier may be mild, but the book is not. Fans of Tara Westover's Educated, Jack Gantos's Hole in My Life, and Walter Dean Myers's Bad Boy will laugh, will cry, and will remember.

"Funny, bittersweet and brutally honest. Readers will clasp this hard-to-put-down book to their hearts even as they laugh sympathetically."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

King of the Mild Frontier

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This irresistible childhood classic is a delightful sequel to the original, well-loved tale Corduroy. This charming story takes readers into a multi-ethnic, urban neighborhood Laundromat, where Lisa's mother warns her to take everything out of her pockets before washing.Pockets! Corduroy doesn't have any pockets! The furry bear's search for a pocket of his own takes him on an adventure filled with the sights, sounds, smells and hazards of the Laundromat. As a result, Lisa and her beloved bear become separated as Corduroy ends up locked inside the Laundromat all night. And what do bears do all night in places like this? They ski in the soap flakes and nap in the baskets, of course!
Fortunately, Lisa returns early the next morning to reclaim her tired little friend. Soon, Lisa is sewing Corduroy a pocket of his very own and again all is well in the life of Corduroy.
"This merry tale gets added interest from...the setting, a multi-ethnic urban neighborhood, of cuddly Corduroy and his pal Lisa, a black child, and her attractive mother." - Publishers Weekly.


A Pocket for Corduroy

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Read about Curious George's operation, the doctors and nurses who care for him, and the friends he makes while recovering in this story all about what it's like to go to the hospital.



When George's curiosity leads him to swallow a puzzle piece, he ends up with quite a tummy ache! Not to worry, George's doctor knows just what he needs to feel better: a trip to the hospital. This story about all the things you can expect from a hospital visit was created by Margret and H. A. Rey to help readers explore their curiosity, and overcome their fears, about the hospital, and has delighted children for generations.

Curious George Goes to the Hospital

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Lift the flaps and see what has been sent - it's bound to be a surprise! And just when you think they'll NEVER get it right, they send the very best, most perfect pet of all . . . A bestselling lift-the-flap book for more than twenty-five years, Dear Zoois a perennial favourite and is regarded as a classic.Rod Campbell's bestselling and much loved classic picture book, Dear Zoo.

Dear Zoo

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Mercer Mayer's Little Critter is thinking about all the things he and his new little brother will do together in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether the brothers go trick-or-treating, build a snowman, or ride bikes together, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to celebrate the special bond between brothers!

Just Me and My Little Brother (Little Critter)

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Alexander experiences life's annoyances and misfortunes.

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

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Brigid really loves markers. But when she draws on herself with super-permanent ink, she knows that spells trouble.

About the Annikin Series: Annikins are mini books made especially for children--small enough to fit into tiny hands and pockets. Each book measures 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" and contains full color pages.

Purple, Green and Yellow

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A puppy tried to read this book so the edges are rough but the text and pictures are completely readable. #princess

After her castle and clothes are destroyed by the dragon, Princess Elizabeth, dressed only in a paper bag, sets out to rescue Prince Ronald, who was taken captive.

The Paper Bag Princess

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Little Critter is exploring the great outdoors with his dad in this heartwarming and funny classic. Perfect for parents to read aloud with their toddlers.

Whether he and his dad are canoeing, fishing, or building a campfire, parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect gift for Father's Day . . . or any day!

Just Me and My Dad (Little Critter)

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This beloved story is a perfect way to teach children about respecting their elders and about all the unique adventures they can have with an older generation! Perfect for a read-along this Mother's Day!

Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. When Mama and Papa have to go out of town, Brother and Sister get to go and stay with their grandparents. It will be a fun-filled visit where the cubs will eat cookies, explore the attic, fish, and even attend a hoedown! Includes over 50 bonus stickers!

The Berenstain Bears and the Week at Grandma's

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The Jacket I Wear in the Snow

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This compact, best-selling introduction to the study of history equips students with all the skills they need to succeed in a history course. A thoroughly class-tested guide through eight editions, the ninth edition provides students with even more practical tools and features — including new, hands-on exercises — that reinforce basic skills and explain tricky issues, saving instructors valuable classroom time.

A Student's Guide to History

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A Smithsonian book that lets you mix and match the faces and philosophies of your favorite presidents

This interactive volume allows people of all ages to gain a new perspective on the American presidency, from George Washington to George W. Bush. Starting with twenty-four portraits of America's favorite commanders in chief, each cut into five sections -- forehead, eyes, nose, mouth, and chin -- the reader can reposition the features to create a wealth of amusing and unique composites. Biographies of the featured leaders, famous quotations reflecting their political views, and a time line of the American presidents make this a useful reference as well as a fun game that will bring hours of enjoyment to anyone who has ever wanted to put a new face on the American presidency.

Make Your Own President

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Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Acclaimed historian Roy Jenkins presents a comprehensive biography of Winston Churchill, an icon of modern history, from his childhood to the critical World War II period and beyond--a New York Times bestseller.

"This is a first class, well-sustained work of history and a masterpiece of biography... It will be a brave, not to say foolhardy, author who attempts to write another life of Churchill for at least a decade, perhaps longer."--Andrew Roberts, Sunday Telegraph 

Roy Jenkins combines unparalleled command of British political history and his own high-level government experience in a narrative account of Churchill's astounding career that is unmatched in its shrewd insights, its unforgettable anecdotes, the clarity of its overarching themes, and the author's nuanced appreciation of his extraordinary subject.

Exceptional in its breadth of knowledge and distinguished in its stylish wit and penetrating intelligence, Churchill is one of the finest political biographies of our time.

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The Olympic Factbook

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Landing on My Feet

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Reagan's War

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Hatchet

Robert Arthur

Memories of Limona

Carlo D'Este

Patton

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Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year

Margaret Wise Brown; Clement Hurd (Illustrator)

The Runaway Bunny

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The Giving Tree

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Rules of Tennis

Chris Crutcher

King of the Mild Frontier

Don Freeman (Illustrator)

A Pocket for Corduroy

Margret & H.A Rey

Curious George Goes to the Hospital

Rod Campbell

Dear Zoo

Mercer Mayer (Illustrator)

Just Me and My Little Brother (Little Critter)

Judith Viorst; Ray Cruz (Illustrator)

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Robert Munsch; Hélène Desputeaux

Purple, Green and Yellow

Robert Munsch; Michael Martchenko

The Paper Bag Princess

Mercer Mayer (Illustrator)

Just Me and My Dad (Little Critter)

Stan Berenstain; Jan Berenstain

The Berenstain Bears and the Week at Grandma's

Shirley Neitzel; Nancy Winslow Parker

The Jacket I Wear in the Snow

Jules R. Benjamin

A Student's Guide to History

Amy Pastan; Linda McKnight

Make Your Own President

Roy Jenkins

Churchill

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