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"This title introduces readers to some of the most popular and influential film actors in history. In addition to learning about key roles actors have played, readers will learn about notable awards each person has won"--Provided by publisher.

"This title introduces readers to some of the . . . superheroes in history. In addition to learning about characters' stories, readers will learn about their special powers, their archnemeses, and the various formats in which their stories have been told"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will learn about influential movies that have changed the film industry and impacted US culture"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the history of the Bentley car.

"Aaron Judge and Babe Ruth both slugged their way to fame and fortune with the New York Yankees. But which heavyweight hitter is the true king of the Bronx? You decide"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about Major League Soccer. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Wildfires have been part of the American landscape for thousands of years. Forests need fire--it's as necessary to their well-being as soil and sunlight. But some fires burn out of control, destroying everything and everyone in their path. In this book, you'll find out about: how and why wildfires happen how different groups, from Native Americans to colonists, from conservationists to modern industrialists, have managed forests and fire the biggest wildfires in American history--how they began and dramatic stories of both rescue and tragedy what we're doing today to fight forest fires.

"An exploration of the ongoing fight for democracy in the United States, from the American Revolution to the present day"--Provided by publisher.

"A history of the more than 250 women who have played for the U.S. National Soccer Team and their battle for equal pay"--Provided by publisher.

After his bestselling home run books Why We Love Baseball and The Baseball 100, Joe Posnanski turns from the national pastime to the number one sport in America. Why We Love Football is Posnanski's newest must-have deep dive into the archives and legends of the sport, and the result is a rousing tale of the 100 greatest moments in football lore. This is the best kind of sports writing. Entertaining, enlightening, heartbreaking, hilarious, and always fascinating, these stories of the sport offer a panoramic look across its history. From hidden gems and classic tales to famous moments told from previously unheard perspectives, this book is the football book for even its most ardent fans. From Patrick Mahomes's magic to the Ice Bowl, from Doug Flutie's Hail Mary pass to a plethora of football "miracles," Why We Love Football is an unforgettable, conversational masterpiece you won't ever want to end, and a can't-miss take on football from one of the greatest sportswriters of our time.