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You're no idiot, of course. You know America loves its heroes as much as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. But when it comes to knowing the true stories of folk and real-life heroes--as well as understanding how and why they have become so much larger than life--you feel like Superman facing a mountain of kryptonite. Don't fall from the sky yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to "American Heroes is an inspirational look at the exceptional men and women who have captured our imaginations from colonial times to the present. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you'll find:
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Genre |
: Biography & Autobiography |
Author |
: Jay Stevenson |
Publisher |
: Alpha Books |
Release |
: 1999 |
File |
: 440 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 0028633776 |
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The compact history of a giant country. American history is one of those subjects that students frequently labor over and can seem like a random collection of names, dates, and events. Understood as a collective biography and free of the cheerleading found in many text books, the fully updated fifth edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide® to American History explains the changing tides in America's most pivotal periods. ? From a seasoned author and researcher ? The most current and comprehensive series title on American history ? Heightened interest right now in the question of how America got where we are - a question that can only be answered by an understanding of history
Product Details :
Genre |
: History |
Author |
: Alan Axelrod, PhD |
Publisher |
: Penguin |
Release |
: 2009-06-02 |
File |
: 436 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781101057582 |
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You're no idiot, of course. You know that Samuel Clemens had a better-known pen name, Moby Dick is a famous whale, and the Raven only said,"Nevermore." But when it comes to understanding the great works of Mark Twain, Herman Melville, and Edgar Allan Poe, you'd rather rent the videos than head to your local library. Don't tear up your library card yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to American Literature teaches you all about the rich tradition of American prose and poetry, so you can fully appreciate its magnificent diversity.
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Genre |
: Literary Criticism |
Author |
: Laurie Rozakis |
Publisher |
: Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
Release |
: 1999-08-01 |
File |
: 631 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780241885789 |
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BOOK EXCERPT:
This guide will give you an overview of American history from early, Native American history to modern times. It covers the milestones of the country's history, provides biographical sketches of the most important figures of each era, gives a chronologies of the nation's leaders, and defines key historical terms.
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Genre |
: History |
Author |
: Alan Axelrod |
Publisher |
: |
Release |
: 2000 |
File |
: 414 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 0028638506 |
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You’re no idiot, of course. You know Eastern philosophy encompasses many countries and concepts, but when it comes to breaking down the basics—to discuss with others or for your own enlightenment—you can’t tell Confucius from Krishna. Don’t nix nirvana just yet! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Eastern Philosophy is an extensive, reader-friendly guide that maps out the terrain along the various paths of knowledge. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • A wealth of information about the history and core beliefs of each philosophical system. • Outlines and in-depth explorations of each school of thought. • Reading and study guides to enhance your understanding. • The “big picture” of Eastern philosophy and how its components relate to Western ideas.
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Genre |
: Philosophy |
Author |
: Jay Stevenson |
Publisher |
: Penguin |
Release |
: 2000-01-09 |
File |
: 432 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781101158364 |
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BOOK EXCERPT:
History comes alive! Presented in a high-impact, graphic novel format, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to U.S. History, Graphic Illustrated is a visually exciting and easy–to–understand alternative to boring textbooks. Innovative design and lively illustrations transport readers back in time to witness these events and more: • The changing lives of the Native Americans • The abolishment of slavery • The achievement of suffrage • The scandals, wars, and assassinations of the twentieth century • America's famous and infamous historical figures
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Genre |
: History |
Author |
: Kenneth Hite |
Publisher |
: Penguin |
Release |
: 2009-07-07 |
File |
: 223 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781101060285 |
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BOOK EXCERPT:
Great reads for busy people. This is a guide to help busy people find great reads in fiction and nonfiction. Filled with recommendations of popular, entertaining reading, this book covers mystery and suspense, romance, women’s fiction and chick lit, Westerns, science fiction, such nonfiction topics as animals, art, biography, memoirs, business, true crime, and more. Plus, each entry includes a summary of the book, its significance, and a critique/observation/comment.
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Genre |
: Literary Criticism |
Author |
: John Charles |
Publisher |
: Penguin |
Release |
: 2007-07-03 |
File |
: 293 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781440625602 |
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BOOK EXCERPT:
"Great reads for busy people." This is a guide to help busy people find great reads in fiction and non-fiction. Filled with recommendations of popular, entertaining reading, this book covers mystery and suspense, romance, womenas fiction and chick lit, westerns, science fiction, such nonfiction topics as animals, art, biography, memoirs, business, true crime, and more. Plus, each entry includes a summary of the book, its significance, and a critique/observation/comment.
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Genre |
: Literary Criticism |
Author |
: John Charles |
Publisher |
: Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
Release |
: 2007-07-03 |
File |
: 293 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780241882672 |
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Make no myth-take-this book is indispensable. The Complete Idiot's Guide to World Mythology explores the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, monsters and angels of the myths from every corner of the globe. Additionally, it explores the parallels between every culture and the striking similarities in mythic figures and the structure, action, wording, and result of the stories themselves. * Covers Egyptian, Celtic, Teutonic, Norse, Japanese, Mexican, Native American, and other myths * Features information on The Hero's Journey-the cycle of myth according to Jung, Campbell, and others * Appendixes include a glossary of terms and both a general and a subject Index
Product Details :
Genre |
: Literary Criticism |
Author |
: Evans Lansing Smith, Ph.D. |
Publisher |
: Penguin |
Release |
: 2008-07-01 |
File |
: 372 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781101047163 |
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You're no idiot, of course. You can find Greece on a map, know that Kevin Sorbo stars as Hercules on TV, and have heard of Freud's Oedipus theory. But when it comes to classical mythology, you feel like you've been foiled by the gods. Don't curse Zeus yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology has all you need for a working knowledge of the timeless world of Greek and Roman myths.
Product Details :
Genre |
: Literary Criticism |
Author |
: Kevin Osborn |
Publisher |
: Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
Release |
: 1998-07-01 |
File |
: 691 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780241881576 |