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Hardback. Zustand: Good. The Failures of the Presidents is a fascinating look at the historic and contemporary decisions made by United States presidents that altered the course of history for the worse.

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Hardback. Zustand: Fair. The latest historical and archaeological research reveals the lasting impact of the barbarian invasionsinHow the Barbarian Invasions Shaped the Modern World.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. The latest historical and archaeological research reveals the lasting impact of the barbarian invasionsinHow the Barbarian Invasions Shaped the Modern World.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Attractive, take-anywhere, write-in quiz book that offers a daily dose of self-discovery!How Smart Are You? Test Your Math IQ is perfect for a handbag, briefcase, or knapsack! This entertaining and enlightening quiz book is great to have on hand anytime and anywhere, be it a long commute, a waiting room, or an evening at home. Every day our numerical skills are tested in different ways, from shopping to budgeting to bill paying. But not everyone is comfortable with numbers. How Smart Are You? Test Your Math IQ is a collection of challenging tests and puzzles that will help you hone your math skills.Each quiz can be taken in just a few minutes and is easily scored. With a fun, modern cloth cover, elastic closure and overall great package you will want to show off this IQ book wherever you go!Other titles in this series:Who Are You? Test Your Emotional IntelligenceWho Are You? Test Your PersonalityHow Smart Are You? Test Your IQ.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. The ultimate collection of those outlandish tales people love to share. With themes that run the gamut from funny to sick, risque to informative, frightening to disgusting, these fantastic yarns are remarkable for their uncanny ability to travel by word of mouth.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Stories of the disastrous blunders of American presidents will show readers the inner workings of the White House and how some of our greatest leaders could make decisions that were terribly wrong. The fascinating stories are recounted as narratives and are as entertaining as they are shocking.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. What's an urban legend? It's a story that gets passed around so frequently that no one really knows how it began. All we know is that the tale is so amusing, dark, coincidental or ironic that, whether it's true or not, we are dying to believe it--and pass it on. In the successful tradition of Alligators in the Sewer and The Baby on the Car Roof, this all-new collection of over 200 urban legends offers the latest and greatest tales so weird and funny that they just have to be true. Includin the firemen who rescued a stranded cat and then ran over it; the baby born in flight who was given free air travel for life; the drug-test cheater who was caught when his urine sample revealed him to be pregnant. Organized by genre, each story in The Cat in the Dryer runs one or two pages, and features possible variations and embellishments. Subjects range from famous people to disturbing pranks, from holiday nightmares to creepy stories, and from military misadventures to pet disasters.…

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. 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.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. On the night of the 1876 presidential election, a gang of counterfeiters attempted to steal the entombed embalmed body of Abraham Lincoln and hold it for ransom. This rousing story of hapless con men, intrepid federal agents, and ordinary Springfield citizens offers an unusual glimpse into late-nineteenth-century America.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. On the night of the 1876 presidential election, a gang of counterfeiters attempted to steal the entombed embalmed body of Abraham Lincoln and hold it for ransom. This rousing story of hapless con men, intrepid federal agents, and ordinary Springfield citizens offers an unusual glimpse into late-nineteenth-century America.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. On the night of the 1876 presidential election, a gang of counterfeiters attempted to steal the entombed embalmed body of Abraham Lincoln and hold it for ransom. This rousing story of hapless con men, intrepid federal agents, and ordinary Springfield citizens offers an unusual glimpse into late-nineteenth-century America.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. For nearly 200 years--standing alongside our heroic military men and women--have been heroic Catholic priests risking their lives to carry wounded soldiers to safety and to console, anoint, and absolve the dying. Heroic Catholic Chaplains spotlights the stories of these courageous, selfless, holy priests who volunteered to bring the Mass and the sacraments to American troops, while also offering them their friendship and spiritual counsel. In this book, you'll encounter.Father William Corby, who left his post at Notre Dame to serve the Irish Brigade during all four years of the Civil War;Father Francis Duffy, a World War I chaplain whose story became the subject of a Hollywood movie;Father Aloysius Schmitt, who, during the attack on Pearl Harbor, saved the lives of a dozen men before losing his own;Monsignor James O'Neill, who composed the famous Weather Prayer for General Patton, an incident that would be immortalized in film, if not entirely accurately;Father Emil Kapaun, who, during months in a North Korean prison camp, worked tirelessly to save the lives and the souls of his fellow POWs (the process that could lead to Father Kapaun being declared a saint is underway);Father Vincent Capodanno, who was killed by the Viet Cong as he ran to help a wounded corpsman;And more Heroic Catholic Chaplains brings to the fore the stories of remarkable priests, most of whom have been overlooked by both military and Catholic historians. Their sacrifice and courage are difficult to imagine. They served so that our servicemen and women would not be without comfort, or without a friend, or be deprived of the Mass and the sacraments; so they would not fall into despair. These chaplains deserve to be remembered, their stories told, and their memories honored. Heroic Catholic Chaplains spotlights the stories of these courageous, selfless, holy priests who volunteered to bring the Mass and the sacraments to American troops, while also offering them their friendship and spiritual counsel.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. For nearly 200 years--standing alongside our heroic military men and women--have been heroic Catholic priests risking their lives to carry wounded soldiers to safety and to console, anoint, and absolve the dying. Heroic Catholic Chaplains spotlights the stories of these courageous, selfless, holy priests who volunteered to bring the Mass and the sacraments to American troops, while also offering them their friendship and spiritual counsel. In this book, you'll encounter.Father William Corby, who left his post at Notre Dame to serve the Irish Brigade during all four years of the Civil War;Father Francis Duffy, a World War I chaplain whose story became the subject of a Hollywood movie;Father Aloysius Schmitt, who, during the attack on Pearl Harbor, saved the lives of a dozen men before losing his own;Monsignor James O'Neill, who composed the famous Weather Prayer for General Patton, an incident that would be immortalized in film, if not entirely accurately;Father Emil Kapaun, who, during months in a North Korean prison camp, worked tirelessly to save the lives and the souls of his fellow POWs (the process that could lead to Father Kapaun being declared a saint is underway);Father Vincent Capodanno, who was killed by the Viet Cong as he ran to help a wounded corpsman;And more Heroic Catholic Chaplains brings to the fore the stories of remarkable priests, most of whom have been overlooked by both military and Catholic historians. Their sacrifice and courage are difficult to imagine. They served so that our servicemen and women would not be without comfort, or without a friend, or be deprived of the Mass and the sacraments; so they would not fall into despair. These chaplains deserve to be remembered, their stories told, and their memories honored. Heroic Catholic Chaplains spotlights the stories of these courageous, selfless, holy priests who volunteered to bring the Mass and the sacraments to American troops, while also offering them their friendship and spiritual counsel.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. Thomas Jefferson made a deal with one of his slaves, 19-year-old James Hemings. The Founding Father was traveling to Paris to serve as ambassador to France. Jefferson wanted to bring James along for a particular purpose - to master the art of French cooking. This title tells the story of a Founding Foodie who transformed American agriculture.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 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.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 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.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Your days of worry and frustration are over. Help has arrived, and it's absolutely free. We have identified hundreds of men, women, and children who are eager to help you - specifically you -with your problems. We are talking about patron saints. There are more than 300 patron saints for every type of person, place, and situation imaginable. There are patron saints for booksellers and bike messengers; for chefs, cab drivers, and cancer patients; for dancers, dentists, and dysfunctional families; for men who are physically unattractive; for women with unfaithful husbands; and for families stressed by house guests.Whoever you are, whatever you do, Heaven has covered all bets. The Internet has a patron saint. Television has a patron saint. So do cows, pigs, whales, wolves, and even salmon. Just about every nation on the planet - as well as most cities - has at least one patron saint. Every page of "This Saint Will Save Your Life!" describes the real-life history of the saint, explaining why he/she has become associated with certain people/places/professions/situations. The book also features 300 gorgeous full-colour holy cards that depict these heavenly allies in all their glory.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Your days of worry and frustration are over. Help has arrived, and it's absolutely free. We have identified hundreds of men, women, and children who are eager to help you - specifically you -with your problems. We are talking about patron saints. There are more than 300 patron saints for every type of person, place, and situation imaginable. There are patron saints for booksellers and bike messengers; for chefs, cab drivers, and cancer patients; for dancers, dentists, and dysfunctional families; for men who are physically unattractive; for women with unfaithful husbands; and for families stressed by house guests.Whoever you are, whatever you do, Heaven has covered all bets. The Internet has a patron saint. Television has a patron saint. So do cows, pigs, whales, wolves, and even salmon. Just about every nation on the planet - as well as most cities - has at least one patron saint. Every page of "This Saint Will Save Your Life!" describes the real-life history of the saint, explaining why he/she has become associated with certain people/places/professions/situations. The book also features 300 gorgeous full-colour holy cards that depict these heavenly allies in all their glory.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. With dust jacket. 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.