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Instant replay

the Green Bay diary of Jerry Kramer
2011
Jerry Kramer chronicles the tenth season he spent playing as the Green Bay Packers' offensive lineman, recording his day-to-day experiences as a player and his impressions of the other players, his coaches, and fans.
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The Francis miracle

inside the transformation of the Pope and the Church
2015
Reveals the inner workings of the Vatican and examines the work of Pope Francis and how he is steering the Church from the right back to the center and tackling topics that have been long avoided including gays, the role of women in the Church, and the sexual abuse scandals.
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John McCain

an American hero
"This . . . biography covers McCain's life, from growing up as the son of a four-star admiral to his own time at the Naval Academy, his service as a pilot, and his experience as a prisoner of war. It explores McCain's 30 years as a senator, as well as his two bids for the presidency"--OCLC.
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Obama vs. McCain and the historic election

"This book relays the factual details of the 2008 presidential election through three different perspectives. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of an Obama volunteer, U.S. Army soldier, and student. The text offers opportunities to compare and contrast various perspectives while gathering and analyzing information about a modern event. Content focuses on point-of-view and encourages readers to understand how background and experience can lead to differing views"--Provided by publisher.
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Pope Francis

the people's pontiff
Profiles the life and achievements of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis, leader of the Roman Catholic Church at the age of seventy-six.
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Pope Francis

2018
A graphic novel biography of Pope Francis, discussing his childhood in Argentina, his career in the Catholic Church, and his election as the first Pope from Latin America.
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Space engineer and scientist Margaret Hamilton

Margaret Hamilton wrote the computer software that helped humans land on the moon. Learn about Hamilton's fascinating career, including her role in the moon landing.--.
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Who is Pope Francis?

2017
A look at the life of Pope Francis, the first Jesuit Pope.

Pope Francis

the People's Pope
Pope Francis, known as the People's Pope, has humbly said, "My people are poor and I am one of them." This is his story.

Pope Francis

the story of the Holy Father
Looks at the life of Pope Francis, the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church.

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