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  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Workshop (edition Illustrated), 2007

    0448446421 / 9780448446424

    Series: Book 27 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. O'Brien, John (illustrator).

  • Language: English

    Published by Liguori Publications,U.S., 1999

    0764803387 / 9780764803383

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  • Language: English

    Published by Random House USA Inc, 2002

    0385721390 / 9780385721394

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. John O'Brien's deeply evocative book reveals a place and a way of life - and the lives of an estranged father and son whose differences rest in their own powerful bonds to Appalachia. When John decided to settle near his father's birthplace in West Virginia, he hoped to comprehend the elder O'Brien's attachment to the land. What he discovered was a world of extravagant beauty.…

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2007

    0448446421 / 9780448446424

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready for another addition to the Who Was.? series! The King could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. But he forged a sound all his own-and a look that was all his own, too. With curled lip, swiveling hips, and greased pompadour, Elvis changed popular music forever, ushering in the age of rock and roll. Geoff Edgers's fascinating biography of this icon of American pop culture includes black and- white illustrations on nearly every spread. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 1999

    1580510655 / 9781580510653

    Series: Book 1 of 8 - The Come & See

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A Faith You Can Live With is an invaluable primer for anyone who wants to integrate the basics of Christian faith into their daily life. O'Donnell uses plain and practical language to create a usable and adaptable guide to practicing spirituality.

  • Language: English

    Published by Random House USA Inc, 2002

    0385721390 / 9780385721394

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. John O'Brien's deeply evocative book reveals a place and a way of life - and the lives of an estranged father and son whose differences rest in their own powerful bonds to Appalachia. When John decided to settle near his father's birthplace in West Virginia, he hoped to comprehend the elder O'Brien's attachment to the land. What he discovered was a world of extravagant beauty.…

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2007

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready for another addition to the Who Was.? series! The King could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. But he forged a sound all his own-and a look that was all his own, too. With curled lip, swiveling hips, and greased pompadour, Elvis changed popular music forever, ushering in the age of rock and roll. Geoff Edgers's fascinating biography of this icon of American pop culture includes black and- white illustrations on nearly every spread. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1992

    0395581133 / 9780395581131

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. O'Brien LL. CSS, Professor Of Old Age Psychiatry John (illustrator).

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2007

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    Paperback. Condition: Fair. Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready for another addition to the Who Was.? series! The King could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. But he forged a sound all his own-and a look that was all his own, too. With curled lip, swiveling hips, and greased pompadour, Elvis changed popular music forever, ushering in the age of rock and roll. Geoff Edgers's fascinating biography of this icon of American pop culture includes black and- white illustrations on nearly every spread. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Callisto Media Inc., 2021

    1638788405 / 9781638788409

    Series: Book 1 of 10 - Holiday Books for Kids

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    Hardback. Condition: Good. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this fun introduction for kids ages 6 to 9 Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this fun introduction for kids ages 6 to 9 St. Patrick's Day is about more than just shamrocks and leprechauns! This engaging nonfiction book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of St. Patrick's Day-and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities. This standout among Saint Patrick's Day books for kids includes- Celebratory traditions-Kids will learn how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated all around the world in different ways, including parades, festivals, sports tournaments, treasure hunts, and more. A variety of activities-From games like Parade Bingo and a Green Scavenger Hunt to recipes for Irish Flag Cookies and Shamrock Shakes, kids can explore hands-on ways to get festive. Fun facts and illustrations-Colorful illustrations and thought-provoking facts help kids discover new things about this holiday. When it comes to St. Patrick's Day books for kids, this is the one that will get your child excited to learn and celebrate.…

  • Language: English

    Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 1999

    1580510655 / 9781580510653

    Series: Book 1 of 8 - The Come & See

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. A Faith You Can Live With is an invaluable primer for anyone who wants to integrate the basics of Christian faith into their daily life. O'Donnell uses plain and practical language to create a usable and adaptable guide to practicing spirituality.

  • Language: English

    Published by SAGE Publications Inc, 2010

    1412964660 / 9781412964661

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. This is a high-level of analysis of the relativity of deviance in a short, clearly-written primer intended for use alongside all of the major core deviance textbooks on the market. It answers such questions as: What is Deviant? What is deviant behavior? How should the deviant be treated? Why is the same act sometimes praised and sometimes condemned? Author John Curra answers these questions and more as he explores the meanings of social deviance and public reaction to it. Readers will see that what qualifies as deviance varies from place to place, time to time, and situation to situation. Through humorous, sad, and thought-provoking examples about the blue people of Kentucky, a woman who believes she is a vampire, autoerotic asphyxiates, and others, Curra illustrates that deviance cannot be explained in terms of absolutes, nor can it be understood apart from its social setting. This book approaches sex, violence, theft, drugs, and mental disorders in such a way that definitive or objective judgments become impossible.…

  • Language: English

    Published by Fitzhenry & Whiteside, 2001

    1550416472 / 9781550416473

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    Hardback. Condition: Good. Alone and tormented by her own mind, a young woman must confront her darkest fears, or be swallowed by them--forever. In the glittering city of Las Vegas, where fortunes are won and lost on a single roll of the dice, there exists a world unseen by the pleasure-seekers above. There, a community of outcasts can be found. They dwell in the shadows, beneath the thin veneer of glamor, far from the twinkling lights and towering casinos. Plagued by schizophrenia and alienated from her loved ones, Suzie Franks abandons her college life in Oregon, ending up in this dark world beneath Sin City. Here, amidst the threats underground, her struggle for survival becomes its own high-stakes game, with escape the ultimate prize. But the odds always seem to be stacked against her, or perhaps that's just her troubled mind playing tricks. Faced with adversaries both real and imagined, can Suzie find a way out of the tunnels and overcome her demons? Or will she succumb to the crushing darkness of her new world among The Mole People. O'Connor, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Holiday House, 2005

    0823412857 / 9780823412853

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    Hardback. Condition: Good. O'Brien, John (illustrator).

  • Language: English

    Published by Dg Publishing, Inc., 2015

    0990549402 / 9780990549406

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. This book is destined to become the foremost guide for job-searching and career management in today's business world. Two former Fortune 500 career warriors - turned small business owners - reveal the truths surrounding the monumental shift affecting you and your loved ones in the New World of Work. Dana Gower and Paul Dean explain the 'new free agent model', which includes both behaviors and a new mindset for being effective in today's global, technologically-advanced workplace. Inspired by St. Joseph, Careering will give you confidence, inspiration, and insights with real-life success stories, quotations, prayers, activities and 'Careerologies'. Tips on how to: overcome the emotional impact of job loss and/or fear or paralysis associated with job or career changes; truly discover life and career passion and purpose; create your very own career brand using social media; and advance and position yourself for better pay and benefits. All net proceeds from this book, and from book-related fundraising activities, go to charitable purposes including job initiatives for the unemployed and under-employed. Paul Dean and Dana Gower. Adic, Magdalena; Skrinak, Elena (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Liguori Publications,U.S., 1999

    0764803387 / 9780764803383

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  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2002

    0448426862 / 9780448426860

    Series: Book 5 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Fair. Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia? This well-told biography is full of the details of Houdini's life that kids will really want to know about and illustrated throughout with beautiful black-and-white line drawings. Illustrated by John O'Brien. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2002

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia? This well-told biography is full of the details of Houdini's life that kids will really want to know about and illustrated throughout with beautiful black-and-white line drawings. Illustrated by John O'Brien. O'Brien, John (illustrator). …

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2002

    0448426862 / 9780448426860

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia? This well-told biography is full of the details of Houdini's life that kids will really want to know about and illustrated throughout with beautiful black-and-white line drawings. Illustrated by John O'Brien. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Workshop, 2002

    0448426862 / 9780448426860

    Series: Book 5 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Very Good Paperback 9780448426860. O'Brien, John (illustrator).

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2003

    0448431459 / 9780448431451

    Series: Book 9 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Fair. Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life. O'Brien, John (illustrator). …

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2008

    0448448866 / 9780448448862

    Series: Book 31 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. Born to a family of farmers, Lincoln stood out from an early age-literally! (He was six feet four inches tall.) As sixteenth President of the United States, he guided the nation through the Civil War and saw the abolition of slavery. But Lincoln was tragically shot one night at Ford's Theater-the first President to be assassinated. Over 100 black-and-white illustrations and maps are included. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2012

    0448461927 / 9780448461922

    Series: Book 46 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Discover the wild history of Jane Goodall's life and work in this Who HQ biography exploring one of history's most influential scientists. In this exceptional Who HQ biography that is accessible for young readers, the life and legacy of Jane Goodall, one of the world's most influential scientists to date, comes alive. Born in London, England, in 1934, Jane loved animals from a very young age, and made it her goal to study them in their natural habitats. So, at age twenty-six, she set off to Africa to do just that! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them and paved the way for many female scientists who came after her. Complete with comprehensive, age-appropriate text and black-and-white illustrations throughout, this Who HQ biography of Jane Goodall is the perfect way for young readers to learn all about one of the most influential scientists of our time in an accessible and memorable way. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2014

    0448482436 / 9780448482439

    Series: Book 86 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. Born the eighth of seventeen children in Philadelphia, Betsy Ross lived in a time when the American colonies were yearning for independence from British rule. Ross worked as a seamstress and was eager to contribute to the cause, making tents and repairing uniforms when the colonies declared war. By 1779 she was filling cartridges for the Continental Army. Did she sew the first flag? That?s up for debate, but Who Was Betsy Ross? tells the story of a fierce patriot who certainly helped create the flag of a new nation. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Random House USA Inc, 1994

    0385320434 / 9780385320436

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. The greatest discoveries are made outside the classroom! Learn all about mistakes that changed the world with this collection of the strange stories behind everyday inventions! It's no accident that you'll love this book!   SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes weren't thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too! Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious cartoons and weird, amazing facts, make up this fun-filled book about everyday items that had surprisingly haphazard beginnings. And don't miss Eat Your Words about the fascinating language of food!  "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem." --Booklist, Starred Review. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2003

    0448431459 / 9780448431451

    Series: Book 9 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life. O'Brien, John (illustrator). …

  • Language: English

    Published by Penguin Putnam Inc, 2003

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life. O'Brien, John (illustrator). …

  • Language: English

    Published by Grosset and Dunlap, 2015

    0448483106 / 9780448483108

    Series: Book 112 of 243 - Who Was?

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    Paperback. Condition: Fair. From the palaces of Austria to the mirrored halls of Versailles, Marie Antoinette led a charmed life. She was born into royalty in 1755 and married the future king of France at age 15. By 21 she ascended to the throne and enjoyed a lavish lifestyle of masquerade balls, sky-high wigs, and extravagant food. But her taste for excess ruffled many feathers. The poor people of France blamed Marie Antoinette for their poverty. Her spending helped incite the French Revolution. And after much public outcry, in 1793 she quite literally lost her head because of it. Whether she was blameless or guilty is debatable, but Marie Antoinette remains woven into the fabric of history and popular culture. Series Overview: A series of illustrated biographies for young readers featuring significant historical figures, including artists, scientists, and world leaders. O'Brien, John (illustrator). …

  • Language: English

    Published by Random House USA Inc, 1994

    0385320434 / 9780385320436

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    Paperback. Condition: Fair. The greatest discoveries are made outside the classroom! Learn all about mistakes that changed the world with this collection of the strange stories behind everyday inventions! It's no accident that you'll love this book!   SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes weren't thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too! Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious cartoons and weird, amazing facts, make up this fun-filled book about everyday items that had surprisingly haphazard beginnings. And don't miss Eat Your Words about the fascinating language of food!  "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem." --Booklist, Starred Review. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Random House USA Inc, 1994

    0385320434 / 9780385320436

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The greatest discoveries are made outside the classroom! Learn all about mistakes that changed the world with this collection of the strange stories behind everyday inventions! It's no accident that you'll love this book!   SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes weren't thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too! Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious cartoons and weird, amazing facts, make up this fun-filled book about everyday items that had surprisingly haphazard beginnings. And don't miss Eat Your Words about the fascinating language of food!  "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem." --Booklist, Starred Review. O'Brien, John (illustrator).…