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Get the Summary of Doris Kearns Goodwin's Leadership in Turbulent Times in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Leadership in Turbulent Times" explores the lives and leadership qualities of four U.S. presidents: Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Lyndon B. Johnson. The book delves into their early lives, highlighting the personal challenges and formative experiences that shaped their characters...
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Get the Summary of Craig Shirley's Mary Ball Washington in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Mary Ball Washington" delves into the life of George Washington's mother, Mary Ball Washington, against the backdrop of colonial Virginia's transformation. Born in 1708, Mary witnessed the growth of Virginia's counties and the rise of influential families like the Washingtons. The book explores the societal context of the...
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"Biographies of the Second 23 American Presidents: From Grover Cleveland to Joe Biden - Volume 2" continues the captivating journey through the lives and leadership of the individuals who have held the highest office in the United States. From the late 19th century to the present day, this comprehensive volume offers an in-depth exploration of the presidents who guided the nation through the challenges and triumphs of the modern era.Spanning from...
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"Biographies of the First 23 American Presidents - Volume I" offers an illuminating journey through the lives of the founding leaders of the United States. From George Washington to Benjamin Harrison, this meticulously researched volume provides a comprehensive exploration of the individuals who shaped the nation during its formative years.Spanning from the birth of the Republic to the Gilded Age, each biography delves into the personal backgrounds,...
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How a great American president communicated a changing worldview. What made Franklin Delano Roosevelt an effective leader? His policies and decisions changed our nation's and the world's history. But more than his skill as a savvy politician and progressive thinker, FDR's ability to directly and eloquently voice his thoughts on national concerns, social change, and humanity spoke to and reached the hearts of his people. In this selection of quotes...
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Learn to be a leader by exploring the legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower. This Spanish nonfiction book describes Eisenhower's leadership in World War II and beyond. Ideal for young readers, the book also includes a short fiction story related to the topic, glossary, inspiring civics project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color Spanish book explores the path Eisenhower took on his way to becoming the 34th president of the...
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Learn to be a leader by exploring the legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower. This nonfiction book describes Eisenhower's leadership in World War II and beyond. Ideal for young readers, the book also includes a short fiction story related to the topic, glossary, inspiring civics project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color book explores the path Eisenhower took on his way to becoming the 34th president of the United States....
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El próximo 15 de septiembre Letizia cumple 50 años. En este libro, Carmen Duerto, experta en Casa Real, nos hace una semblanza de los 50 años de una presentadora de televisión que se ha convertido en una Reina admirada y respetada por todos. Pero por encima de todo este libro quiere mostrar el lado más humano y desconocido de la Reina. ¿Cómo es Letizia Ortiz en zapatillas? ¿Qué hace en su día a día? En definitiva, ¿Cómo es la trastienda...
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Gen. Park Chung-Hee was born to a poor family in rural Korea when Japan ruled the nation as a colony. After teaching at a rural elementary school for three years, he studied at three different military academies to become an army officer in the liberated Korea. Although he encountered a career-threatening crisis right before the outbreak of the Korean War, he returned to the service and served many key staff positions during the war and important...
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History Hub presents a complete biography of Ronald Reagan from start to end, whose remarkable story inspires us even today. In a small community in Tampico, Illinois, Ronald Wilson Reagan was born to John "Jack" Reagan and Nelle Wilson Reagan on February 6, 1911. Reagan was of primarily Irish descent. His father was an Irish-American shoe salesman, and his mother was of Scottish-Irish descent. Reagan used the name "Dutch" throughout his childhood...
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt tackled some of the toughest times the country has been through. His leadership lifted the country out of the Great Depression and through World War II while facing many personal obstacles. Dive deep into history with this biography that piques students' curiosity about historical events through dynamic primary sources. Primary sources give students unique insights and personal connections to history. This 32-page book includes...
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History Hub presents a complete biography of Abraham Lincoln from start to end, whose remarkable story inspires us even today. Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809 in Kentucky. When Lincoln was a kid, he was known for his tall, bony, and oversized extremities. His parents were illiterate, and he spent a short amount of time in formal school. However, Lincoln still became an excellent reader at an early age. When Lincoln got older, he returned...
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A fresh and compelling perspective on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the history behind these two fascinating countries. Cutting through the confusion and the media hype surrounding the infamous Russia-Ukraine conflict, this illuminating collection offers a factual, concise, and up-to-date account of the key events and figures in this rapidly unfolding war. With a play-by-play recap of the long-running tensions between these two countries and their...
14) Camilla, Diana, Charles, and the Royal Vexations: Struggles and Sufferings From Their Own Perspectiv
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Two women, one exceedingly beautiful and charismatic, the other an average-looking older woman with an unassuming demeanor- Princess Diana and Camilla Parker Bowles- how contrasting can the two women in Prince Charles' life be! And yet with all the beauty and charisma, Princess Diana couldn't retain her husband. Camilla overtook every aspect of the Prince's life without asking much in return. Why did Prince Charles choose Camilla over Diana? Was Prince...
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Great Britain, 1978. Winter. And this winter has been devastating. Roads are blocked, trees are uprooted, and the nation is being torn apart by hurricane-force winds. A large portion of the nation is left in the dark.The political environment isn't a lot calmer. The government attempts to place limits on salary increases since inflation is rampant. The response from the unions is a wave of strikes. Refuse collectors go out on strike. Streets are littered...
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Franklin Delano and Eleanor Roosevelt's marriage is one of the most celebrated and scrutinized partnerships in presidential history. It raised eyebrows in their lifetimes and has only become more controversial since their deaths. From FDR's lifelong romance with Lucy Mercer to Eleanor's purported lesbianism-and many scandals in between-the American public has never tired of speculating about the ties that bound these two headstrong individuals. Some...
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It is April 1, 2009. London is the setting. The precise site is Buckingham Palace.It's a significant day for Michelle and Barack Obama. Barack was sworn in as the nation's president back in January. He and Michelle are currently present at the G20 summit's reception and are seen as newbies on the international scene. Michelle, who was raised on the South Side of Chicago, is shown here mingling and enjoying canapés with Nicolas Sarkozy and Angela...
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As riveting as the man it portrays, Warlord is a masterful, unsparing portrait of Winston Churchill, one of history's most fascinating and influential leaders.
"Epic. . . . A brilliantly exciting narrative. . . . D'Este has given us, finally, the lion not only in winter, but at war: impetuous, brazen, misguided, but indefatigable, indomitable, and magnanimous: the greatest and most energetic generalissimo of the 20th century." -Boston Globe
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The reign of Antoninus Pius is widely seen as the apogee of the Roman Empire yet, due to gaps in the historical sources, his reign has been overlooked by modern historians. He is considered one of the five good emperors of the Antonine dynasty under whom the pax Romana enabled the empire to prosper, trade to flourish and culture to thrive. His reign is considered a Golden Age but this was partly an image created by imperial propaganda. There were...
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This magnificent seven-book series delves deep into the mind and heart of one of America's most revered Presidents. Each volume offers a unique window into Lincoln's life, showcasing his unparalleled eloquence, deep humanity, and astute political acumen.
From his early speeches that echo with a young nation's dreams, to the profound depths of the Gettysburg Address and his private letters, the series paints an intimate portrait of a leader grappling...