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Reclaiming one of the most important moments in American aviation history, this incredible, untold story recounts the transcontinental air race of October 1919, which riveted a nation as the aviators pioneered the first coast-to-coast air route, despite much drama and tragedy.

"Like spies Aldrich Ames and Robert Hanssen before her, Ana Montes blindsided her colleagues with brazen acts of treason. For nearly 17 years, Montes succeeded in two high-stress jobs. By day, she was one of the government's top Cuba experts, a buttoned-down GS-14 with shockingly easy access to classified documents. By night, she was on the clock for Fidel Castro, listening to coded messages over shortwave radio, passing US secrets to handlers in local restaurants, and slipping into Havana wearing a wig. In Code Name Blue Wren, investigative journalist Jim Popkin weaves the tale of two sisters who chose two very different paths, plus the unsung heroes who had to fight to bring Ana to justice"--Provided by publisher.

"The fascinating--and eerily timely--tale of the forgotten Depression-era psychologists who launched the modern science of childhood development"--Amazon.

"During the time period of the Hanukkah story, two boys, one Jewish and one Greek, form a lasting friendship"--Provided by publisher.

"The real story of the 'American table' in a collection of snapshots, stories, and recipes from the pre-colonial era through today, including the people and events that have often been left out"--Provided by publisher.

"This title focuses on the feud between the inventors Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla while offering information related to their histories, combative relationships, and the legacies they leave behind. This hi-lo title is complete with . . . photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an illustrated snapshot of many different formal gardens from around the world.

"Blast back to the past and learn all about the women's suffrage movement . . . Covers everything from the history of women's rights in the U.S. to women's suffrage movements across the world, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the NBA's most successful and famous basketball teams. Explore their history and star players, and relive some of the team's greatest victories"--Provided by publisher.

"Provides an overview of the Stanley Cup, from the event's beginnings up to the present day"--Publisher.