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Fallaci discusses her experiences, analysys, beliefs on Islam since the the attacks in New York on September 11, 2001.

Chronicles the Quakers' role in America's history, covering such topics as slavery, social change, and education.

Introduces Norse mythology, legendary characters, and stories, and shows the influence of Norse myths on modern culture.

Learn how it felt to live through the 9-11 attacks and how America changed - for better and worse - in the years that followed. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

"Stephen Kinzer transports us to the dawn of the twentieth century, when the United States first found itself with the chance to dominate faraway lands. That prospect thrilled some Americans. It horrified others. Their debate gripped the nation"--Amazon.com.

Felix, a film scholar, reflects on the women in his life through film against the backdrop of a convergence of politics, feminism, pop culture, Hollywood, and family secrets.

Argues that radical Christian nationalism is a well-funded, organized, political movement that wants power and to control government and society, thereby threatening American institutions and democracy. Examines leading religious personalities, think tanks, advocacy groups, and organizations that the author deems antidemocratic, and discusses how they control the White House, state capitols, schools, courts, and hospitals.

Describes how the end of the Cold War seemingly validated American liberal democratic capitalism, but then American leaders used globalization and military might to push American values and redefine freedom. Examines the years from the Cold War to Trump, and demonstrates how folly and delusions led to inequalities, war, moral confusion, and an angry populace.

"From Children's Literature Legacy Award-winning author Nikki Grimes comes a feminist-forward new collection of poetry celebrating the little-known women poets of the Harlem Renaissance--paired with full-color, original art from today's most talented female African-American illustrators.".

Examines how the educations of America's first four presidents, and in particular their scholarly devotion to ancient Greek and Roman classics, informed the beliefs and ideals that shaped the nation's constitution and government.