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- The Third book in Our Captivating Russian History Series.
Embark on a fascinating journey into Russia's 20th-century history with the latest book in our acclaimed series, "Russian History Through the Ages: Revolution and Transformation in the 20th Century." This riveting volume unveils the events and personalities that defined a nation's extraordinary path through a century of upheaval and change.
Witness the epic Russian Revolution, which toppled...
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The Willie Lynch Letter and the Making of a Slave is a study of slave making. It describes the rationale and the results of Anglo Saxon's ideas and methods of insuring the master/slave relationship. The infamous Willie Lynch letter gives both African and Caucasian students and teachers some insight, concerning the brutal and inhumane psychology behind the African slave trade. The materialistic viewpoint of Southern plantation owners that slaver was...
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The earliest Christians were in fact Jews - essentially, a Jewish sect of Jesus followers. They followed Jesus and respected his teachings as if he were much like a modern-day rabbi. And they adhered to the laws of Moses - which means they circumcised, ate Kosher, and respected Saturday as the Sabbath. So why is there such a separation between Judaism and Christianity today?
124) History of Russia
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Introducing "History of Russia: Catherine II to the Revolution of 1905-1906".
- The Second Volume in Our "Russia's Epic Saga: A Journey Through Time" Series.
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Russia's past with the second book in our enthralling Russian history series. This book transports you to an era of profound transformation, where visionary rulers and revolutionary ideas shaped the course of Russian history.
Witness the reign of...
126) China
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Simple text and photographs explore the history, culture, landscape, and money of the country of China.
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"Under the editorial supervision of Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen, two of todays most accomplished Shakespearean scholars, this Modern Library series incorporates definitive texts and authoritative notes from William Shakespeare: Complete Works. Each play includes an Introduction as well as an overview of Shakespeares theatrical career; commentary on past and current productions based on interviews with leading directors, actors, and designers;...
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"The adventures of high-spirited Anne, which have inspired multiple TV and movie adaptations, is now available in an unabridged hardcover edition that's a perfect gift for today's young readers. When Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert ask the orphanage for a boy to help on the farm, they are surprised to receive Anne--a talkative, dreamy, red-haired, freckle-faced girl. Despite Anne's imaginative antics, her presence fills the small town of Avonlea with...
130) LEGO
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Provides a history of the LEGO company, describing how it grew into an iconic toy company and its philanthropic and sustainable initiatives. Includes sidebars that feature a map, a timeline, and facts about LEGO founder Ole Kirk, LEGO conventions, and popular sets. Back matter includes a glossary and further resources.
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Briefly explores the history and consequences of the building of the Transcontinental Railroad in the United States from an intentionally "woke" political perspective. Argues that the Transcontinental Railroad may have physically connected the continent, but racially it created pain and division, especially in disrupting Native American trade and hunting grounds and put Chinese workers in terrible working conditions. Includes a glossary.
133) Our national anthem
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If you love your country, sing! Francis Scott Key, the man who wrote the words to the anthem, for a close look at this song of freedom.
Introduces the history, creator, and importance of the United States national anthem.
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The Civil War was a major turning point in American religious thought, argues Mark A. Noll. Although Christian believers agreed with one another that the Bible was authoritative and that it should be interpreted through commonsense principles, there was rampant disagreement about what Scripture taught about slavery. Furthermore, most Americans continued to believe that God ruled over the affairs of people and nations, but they were radically divided...