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Shares the virtually uncelebrated life of jazz composer Jelly Roll Morton, from his introduction into music, to his sharp decline in popularity, to the revival of his music following the discovery of
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The astonishing story of American GIs joining forces with German soldiers in the closing days of World War II to save the world's finest horsesAs the Red Army closes in on the Third Reich, a German
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An award-winning author's journey to break out of the expectations of midlife and reclaim the daring of her girlhood by dancing in the world's most popular ballet, The Nutcracker, with a professiona
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How can families keep their connections strong when adolescence transforms even the happiest kids into defiant, independent teenagers? In the sage, practical Staying Connected to Your Teenager, family
Fresh, raw plant foods are the key to vibrant health, glowing skin, and high energy. But many raw and vegan recipes require trips to specialty stores and long hours in the kitchen; Laura–Jane Koers is
The Sweet Potato Diet will help readers lose up to 10 pounds in 2 weeks using the author's simplified carb-cycling method that uses one amazing carbohydrate, the sweet potato.
In 1967, Kathrine Switzer was the first woman to officially run what was then the all male Boston Marathon, infuriating one of the event's directors who attempted to violently eject her. In what would
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The author of Gluten Free on a Shoestring is back with 100 recipes for one-bite/small platesfor everything from parties (jalapeno poppers to pigs-in-blankets) to portable meals (hand pies, chalupas, a
A guide to avoiding the pitfalls of indirect communication and hidden hostility, now revised and updated to address problems of new technology and when to seek professional help.
Recounts the inspiring story of how the author, a Navy Special Operations hero, lost his sight during an IED explosion before dedicating himself to adapting and training with the U.S. Paralympic Team,
A guide to sexuality for high school and college students discusses male and female anatomy, orientation and sexual identity, relationships, safe sex, abuse and rape, pregnancy and contraception, and
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Teaches readers how to economize their meals by using all ingredients fully and getting more meals out of grocery purchase and includes 150 recipes for delicious meals that use whole, fresh ingredient
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