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Mahatma Gandhi

2020
"A biography of Indian activist Mahatma Gandhi, examining his position as a leader of nonviolent civil disobedience, as well as his emphasis on fasting and other social stances" -- Publisher.
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100 Native Americans who shaped American History

2023
Describes the lives and achievements of one hundred notable Native Americans, presented chronologically from sixteenth-century Iroquois leader Dekanawida to United States Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland.
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Nelson Mandela

2020
"A biography of South African humanitarian Nelson Mandela, examining his long imprisonment and position as South Africa's first black president, as well as his emphasis on reconciliation and other social stances"--Provided by publisher.
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Albert Einstein

Presents the life story of Albert Einstein, whose legendary genius and creative imagination made him one of the world's most famous thinkers.
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The real Violet Jessop

2019
Text and illustrations introduce young readers to Violet Jessop who survived the sinking of the RMS Titanic and the HMHS Britannic.
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Glenn Burke, game changer

the man who invented the high five
2024
"Picture book biography about Glenn Burke, the first Major League Baseball player to come out as gay, and the story of how he created the high five, the world's most recognizable handshake"--Provided by publisher.
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Joe Burrow

football playmaker
2024
A brief biography of American football player Joe Burrow.
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The essential Taylor Swift fanbook

2024
"This is your go-to guide to all things Taylor Swift, from her hottest hits to her incredible sell-out stadium tours, and of course her famous BFF squad. Check out her coolest collabs, fashion gallery, and awards to date. As well as getting to know everything about your favorite superstar, the book is jampacked with song writing tips, quizzes, and pics from her epic Eras Tour"--Provided by publisher.
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Taylor Swift

2024
A brief biography of singer Taylor Swift, discussing her growing up years, key events in her career, influences, achievements, and successes.
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