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A critical study of African-American author Ann Petry's life and writings, examining her three novels published between 1946 and 1953, as well as her 1971 collection of short fiction, in light of the cultural and historical context in which Petry wrote.

"The inspiring true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community"--Provided by publisher.

"The inspiring true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes the childhood, early film career, television success, and later years of the entertainer who became a favorite sitcom character in the show "I Love Lucy.".

Text and humorous, cartoon-like illustrations examine the life and work of twentieth-century, American experimental physicist and inventor Luis Alvarez.

Presents a selection of critical analyses of William Golding's "Lord of the Flies," and includes a brief biography of the author, thematic and structural analysis of the work, a list of characters, an extensive bibliography, and an index of themes and ideas.

Presents an account of the Marines who came together during the battle of Iwo Jima to raise the American flag in a moment that has been immortalized in one of the most famous photographs of World War II.

An autobiography in which journalist and photographer Ruth Gruber tells about her life and career, highlighting some of her adventures as an international correspondent in the Soviet Arctic, in Alaska, aboard a ship transporting Holocaust survivors to the U.S., and as a witness to the arrival of the "Exodus" in Israel. Includes photographs.