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Oxford history of the United States volume 6
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English
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Filled with fresh interpretations and information, puncturing old myths and challenging new ones, this fast-paced narrative fully integrates the political, social, and military events that crowded the two decades from the outbreak of one war in Mexico to the ending of another at Appomattox. Packed with drama and analytical insight, the book vividly recounts the momentous episodes that preceded the Civil War: the Dred Scott decision: the Lincoln-Douglas...
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"This biography introduces readers to Theodore Roosevelt including his early political career and key events from Roosevelt's administration including building of the Panama Canal, creating the Department of Commerce and Labor, and winning the Nobel Prize. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information."--Publisher's website.
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"This biography introduces readers to James Madison including his early political career and key events from Madison's administration including the War of 1812 and the Treaty of Ghent. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. " -- Provided by publisher.
6) New Jersey
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English
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A brief introduction to the geography, cities, land, history, and people of New Jersey.
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"Explore North Carolina in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers learn about the state's history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour Book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in North Carolina. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page...
9) Maryland
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English
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"Presents basic information about Maryland, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest."--
11) New York
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English
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Presents basic information about New York, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.
16) Washington, DC
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English
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Explore Washington, DC in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers learn about the state's history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour Book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in Washington, DC. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page...
17) Minnesota
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English
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"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Minnesota"--Provided by publisher.
19) Indiana
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English
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Photographs and text provide information about the state of Indiana.
20) West Virginia
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English
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Presents basic information about West Virginia, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.
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