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An illustrated biography of the world-famous woman pilot known for her long and daring flights.

A brief biography of Thomas Paine, his early childhood, political career, and the role he played in the American Revolution.

From the legendary tale of the celebrated Indian princess who risked her life to save settler John Smith from death, to her capture by an English captain, to her marriage to John Rolfe, a page-turning story of Pocahontas sorts fact from fiction.

Presents the life of the Civil War general from Maine whose skill as a commander in twenty-four battles, despite being wounded six times, made him a symbol for bravery and perseverance for the Union side.

"Elementary biography of comedian Chris Rock discussing his childhood, early career, and his rise as one of America's most famous comedians"--Provided by publisher.

"It wasn't quite the 'morning after' she was hoping for ... Oh, dear. Bella Manchelli is so not having a good day. First, she's deliciously exhausted from last night's sizzling one-night stand. Second, there's a (gulp) dead body at her back door. Third ... um, that scrumptious one-nighter is at her front door ... and he's wearing a badge! Police Officer Jacob Madden is all about duty. Until he shows up looking for a homicide ... and runs right into...