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Hillary Clinton

former first lady and secretary of state
A biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton that explores her childhood, family, education, and political career.
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Sam J. Porcello

Oreo innovator
2018
Discusses the childhood and early life of Sam J. Porcello and traces his work at Nabisco, including his successful attempt to improve the filling of Oreo cookies.
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The unknown Patton

1984
A study of the man and the soldier who served as a general during World War II.

Ulysses S. Grant

18th U.S. president
2012
Presents young readers a chronology of Ulysses S. Grant's life, background on his campaign to be president, major influences on the country, and his influence on history.
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Willie O'Ree

the story of the first Black player in the NHL
2013
Presents a biography of Willie O'Ree, the first Black hockey player in the National Hockey League.
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Democrazy

a true story of weird politics, money, madness, and finger food
2017
"In his memoir, Trey Radel recounts his early days as a TV news reporter and radio show host before running for Congress in 2012, a decision that would launch the new, infamous chapter of his life. Radel entered the political sphere with the same ideological fervor of most first-time politicians--he loved America and wanted to serve his country and its people. But Radel's optimism waned as he witnessed the wheelings and dealings of Congress's most powerful members. Told with humor and irreverence, Radel's memoir is an entertaining, fascinating journey of an unlikely politician"--Provided by publisher.
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It happened on the way to war

a marine's path to peace
2012
United States Marine Rye Barcott describes his friendship with a widowed nurse, Tabitha Atieno Festo, and a community organizer, Salim Mohamed, that developed into a combined effort to create the organization Carolina for Kibera, which promotes participatory development.
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Propaganda postcards of the Luftwaffe

2007
Describes the efforts of Nazi propagandists to promote the technical achievements of the German Air Force and provides details on all the major aircraft types used by the Luftwaffe, the major figures in command, and the leading pilots.
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Robert M. La Follette and the insurgent spirit

1985
A biography of Robert M. La Follette, discussing his central role in the American Progressive movement.
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Hard corps

from gangster to marine hero
2007
Hispanic American Marco Martinez chronicles his journey from being a gang member to becoming a Marine and fighting in Iraq during the War on Terrorism and receiving the Navy Cross--second to the Medal of Honor.
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