An examination of the far-ranging international context of the Napoleonic Wars. The author examines one region at a time, discussing major political-military events and decision-making affected by the conflicts waged by France. 2020....
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A film critic gives a detailed account of the making of the 1980 film Caddyshack, including behind-the-scenes stories of cast and crew. Much of the focus is on producer and co-writer Doug Kenney, a National Lampoon alum who died soon...
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A historian recounts the events and principles of the French Revolution and describes its key figures, including Mirabeau, Robespierre, and Danton. Examines the consequences of such a systemic overthrow and the subsequent formation of a...
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A study of Jack the Ripper's victims: Mary Ann "Polly" Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elisabeth Stride, Catherine "Kate" Eddowes, and Mary Jane Kelly. Explores the lives they led and how they ended up living in...
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Cofounder of computer animation studio Pixar shares his views on what makes a successful manager. Born in 1945, Catmull discusses challenges he observed in Silicon Valley throughout the 1980s and the lessons he learned that allowed him...
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Arizona State University cosmologist challenges belief in a divine creator and describes modern research in quantum mechanics that suggests the universe originated out of nothing--and could eventually return to that. Includes afterword...
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The author reaches back to the Cold War to trace the genesis of early twenty-first century Russia. Describes the propagandists, oligarchs, and fixers who worked to set Russia's course after the collapse of the Soviet Union and...
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Journalists present the story of Dr. Kermit Gosnell, a Philadelphia obstetrician-gynecologist who performed abortions. Gosnell was convicted of the first-degree murders of infants who were born alive during attempted abortion...
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Biography of award-winning modernist architect Philip Johnson (1906-2005), best known for the Glass House in New Canaan, Connecticut. Discusses his early childhood in Ohio, personal relationships as a gay man, development of his career...
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Examination of the five known mass extinction events in the geologic record and their ties to Earth's carbon cycle. Discusses the dynamics for each event, which species survived and why, and the ways climate change could contribute...
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Paul Kingsnorth was once an ardent environmentalist. But over time, he gave up on the hope that humans will ever make the sacrifices needed to avert the consequences of climate change. Instead, he argues for UnCivilization, a renewed...
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The author of Fosse (DB 78060) examines the landmark modern noir classic from 1974, Chinatown. He recounts the events and colorful personalities involved in the making of the film, including star Jack Nicholson, screenwriter Robert...
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Financial engineering seemed a positive thing in the 1980s but it is wrecking companies and destroying towns. Author Brian Alexander looks at Lancaster, Ohio. In 1947, Forbes magazine declared it the epitome of the All-American town....
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Integrative-medicine doctor, professor, and author explores the dangers involved in the rising use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs and suggests alternative treatments for a variety of conditions. Discusses sleep aids, statins...
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Examination of the use of drugs during the rule of the Nazi Party. Discusses Hitler's personal physician, Theodor Morell; the impact of drug use in the military on specific operations; and more. Translated from the original 2015...
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A group biography of the lives and legacies of some of the women who rose to power in sixteenth-century Europe. Includes, among others, Isabella of Castile, Katherine of Aragon, Mary Tudor, Catherine de Medici, Anne Boleyn, and...
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An engineer and philanthropist explains his philosophy that all success comes from cultivating joy. He believes we can all tap into our own natural capacity for joy through a process of living with mindfulness. 2016.
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Fantasy. LitRPG. Welcome to the Gun Show! The top ten list is populated. The sponsorship program is open. The difficulty is ramping up. The first three floors were nothing compared to what Carl and Donut now face. The Iron Tangle. An...
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