Van Dusen, Gerald C.

Summary: In 1941, a real estate developer in northwest Detroit faced a dilemma. He needed federal financing for white clients purchasing lots in a new subdivision abutting a community of mostly African Americans. When the banks deemed the development too risky because of potential racial tension, the developer proposed a novel solution. He built a six-foot-tall, one-foot-thick concrete barrier extending...

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Publisher / Publication Date: The History Press 2019

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Van Doren, Paul

Summary: "In the tradition of bestsellers such as Shoe Dog, Authentic is a surprisingly candid, compelling memoir by a high school dropout who went on to establish one of the world's most iconic brands. You may not know their creator, but you certainly know the shoes: for more than a generation, Vans shoes have been synonymous with cool. Now in this refreshingly candid memoir, meet Paul Van Doren, the...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Vertel Publishing 2021

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Gerardi, Jan.

Summary: What does it take to become a little gardener? It takes more than just seeds and water. Lift the flaps in this bright board book and find out all you need to know in order to create and care for your very own garden! -- Amazon.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2012

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Summary: The award-winning documentary on the lost Memphis powerpop artist, Van Duren. From the ashes of Big Star in Memphis, Duren played in bands with Jody Stephens and Chris Bell, before being led to New Haven by manager Andrew Loog Oldham of the Rolling Stones. Forty years later, two Australians discover his music and on a drunken promise, embark on an amazing journey to make a film about the artist...

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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022

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Van Buren, Peter.

Summary: From a State Department insider, the first account of our blundering efforts to rebuild Iraq. A shocking and rollicking true-life tale of Americans abroad, and a vividly rendered tale of ineptitude and corruption.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Metropolitan Books 2011

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Stern, Philip Van Doren

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Publisher / Publication Date: 1959

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Summary: The final section in the series, Part 7 details the skeptical and critical answers reached in the second half of the twentieth century to the questions posed in the previous fifty years. This section covers the work of late twentieth-century philosophers and theorists who focused on two critical features of modernity. One issue focused on modern political theory and practice. The other focused...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2000

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DeBolt, C. Gerald.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Collector Books 1993

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Summary: "Within the last half century, our agricultural and food industries have changed more than ... ever before. New technologies and scientific ingenuity have given rise to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and other man-made foods. People have begun to raise concerns about the safety of GMOs in our food supply, given their incredible dominance in a large portion of our diets. Traditional...

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Publisher / Publication Date: KITG Productions 2015

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Gardner, Gerald C.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Morrow 1986

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Ward, Geoffrey C.

Summary: Meet important historical personalities, scientists, aviators, and athletes in this series that illustrate the impact dynamic leaders have on society. These books are sure to inspire young readers as they learn about the lives of famous people. Each book includes a timeline of important dates, a glossary, and an index. Included in the back of each book are additional resources such as At the...

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Publisher / Publication Date: A.A. Knopf 1999

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Ward, Geoffrey C.

Summary: Meet important historical personalities, scientists, aviators, and athletes in this series that illustrate the impact dynamic leaders have on society. These books are sure to inspire young readers as they learn about the lives of famous people. Each book includes a timeline of important dates, a glossary, and an index. Included in the back of each book are additional resources such as At the...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Alfred A. Knopf 2002

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Olsen, Jan Z.

Summary: Mat Man takes children on a journey from space to land to sea to see what hats are worn in different jobs.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Get Set for School 0000

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Summary: A documentary that explores the possibility that extra-terrestrial creatures visited Earth thousands of years ago and were responsible for many of the structures built by ancient man.

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Publisher / Publication Date: VCI Entertainment 2005

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Straus, Roger.

Summary: "An evocative and stunning photographic tribute to America's railroad stations. For much of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the railroad station or depot was the communal hub of every American town that could boast of train service. There, citizens gathered before they sent loved ones off to college, marriage, or war-and where they greeted them on their return. Most of these...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking Studio 2011

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Summary: Combines two complete workouts, one for toning and one for sculpting, which target specific areas of the body and include moves for all ages and skill levels.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Peter Pan Industries 2001

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Yan, Lan

Summary: "In recounting her family history, Lan Yan brings to life a century of Chinese history from the last emperor to present day, including the Cultural Revolution which tore her childhood apart. The little girl who was crushed by the Cultural Revolution has become one of the most active businesswomen in her country. In telling her and her family's story, she serves up an intimate account of the...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper 2020

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Van der Vat, Dan.

Contents: Introduction -- So much was at stake -- The decisive front -- The plan -- A grand deception -- The forerunners -- Pegasus bridge -- Target: Ste-Mère-Englise -- The sea and air assault -- Utah and bloody Omaha -- Sword, Juno and Gold -- The gathering standoff -- The breakout --Finale at Falaise -- The beginning of the end.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Bloomsbury 2003

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Cohen, Ivan

Summary: "The Dark Knight teams with Scooby-Doo and the sleuths of Mystery Inc. to solve mysteries featuring ghosts, phantoms, and the supernatural"--

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Publisher / Publication Date: DC Comics 2022

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Publisher / Publication Date: Praeger 1973

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Van Leuven, Susan.

Summary: Finally, a comprehensive guide to constructing of beautiful wood strip rowing crafts. This style of construction is renowned for producing sophisticated hull shapes. Construction techniques can be mastered by the hobby builder. Over 835 clear color photos and detailed text take the reader through every step required to create two different, elegant boats for both sport fishing and sculling. The...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Schiffer 2007

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Van Den Branden, F. (Felicien)

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Publisher / Publication Date: American Technical Publishers 1984

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