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Publisher
National Geographic
Language
English
Description
National Geographic answers all the questions about how things work-the science, technology, biology, chemistry, physics, and mechanics-in an indispensible book that reveals the science behind virtually everything. This clearly written and profusely illustrated book explains the science behind all the machines, gadgets, systems, and processes we take for granted. The perfect book for techies-young or old, male or female-who read Popular Science and...
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Publisher
Arcade
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
From the wooden horse at Troy to a harrowing photograph snapped in Vietnam, from Robert E. Lee's lost battle plans to the evacuation of Dunkirk, world history has been shaped as much by chance and error as by courage and heroism. Time and again, invincible armies fall to weaker opponents in the face of impossible odds, when the outcome had seemed a foregone conclusion. How and why does this happen? What is it that decides the fate of battle?
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Publisher
G.P. Putnam's Sons
Pub. Date
[1995]
Language
English
Description
Suppose you could ask God the most puzzling questions about existence - questions about love and faith, life and death, good and evil. Suppose God provided clear, understandable answers. It happened to Neale Donald Walsch. It can happen to you. You are about to have a conversation... I have heard the crying of your heart. I have seen the searching of your soul. I know how deeply you have desired the Truth. In pain have you called out for it, and in...
Publisher
Open Court
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
Eighteen essays relate the family from the television series "The Simpsons" to philosophy, discussing each family member's philosophical leanings, the show's themes, the show's treatment of ethics, and other related topics; also includes an episode list through November 2000.
Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
This book includes never-before-seen activities. More than 30 new inventions are outlined and most projects can be completed in just minutes using common items already found around the house. Each activity begins with a complete list of materials and continues with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions paired with helpful illustrations. 144 pp. 25,000 print.
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Publisher
Doubleday
Pub. Date
[1996]
Language
English
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Description
Covers 500 years of African-American history through a collection of 1001 brief essays discussing the most significant events, individuals, terms, ideas, and social movements in the areas of politics, the mili- tary, culture, science, sports, and migrations.
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Series
Language
English
Description
"Our world is filled with strange, bizarre, and weird happenings. But what do they mean? WHY are they important? And what secrets are behind them? These secrets and MORE are revealed through cool stories, action-packed photos, fantastic infographics, and exciting Q&As with in-the-field experts. Discover the secrets of sharkskin, the mysteries behind incredible island animals, the power behind lightning, how a rare gemstone changes color, and more....
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Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[1998]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
George Washington's ghost pulls a girl out of her school White House tour and takes her on a personal tour of the building, introducing her to the ghosts of previous presidents and to the history of the White House and of the United States.
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Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Remember those "Why Do Men Have Nipples?" guys who ruled the airwaves last summer, talking about all sorts of unmentionable body parts, functions, and oddities? Well, they're back with another easy-to-swallow, candy-coated blend of satire and medicine that answers all those questions one would dare to ask a doctor only after one drink too many!
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