the witches stacy schiff
The Witches - Stacy Schiff
An oppressive, forensic, psychological thriller: J.K. Rowling meets Antony Beevor, Stephen King and Marina Warner ... Schiff s writing is to die for THE TIMESIt began in 1692, over an exceptionally raw Massachusetts winter, when a minister s niece started to scream and convulse. It ended less than a year later, but not before panic had infected the entire colony, nineteen men and women had been hanged, and a band of adolescent girls had brought Massachusetts to its knees.Vividly capturing the dark, unsettled atmosphere of seventeenth-century America, Stacy Schiff s magisterial history draws us into this anxious time. She shows us how quickly the epidemic of accusations, trials, and executions span out of control. Above all, Schiff s astonishing research reveals details and complexity that few other historians have seen.
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The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams - Stacy Schiff
This glorious revelatory biography from a Pulitzer Prize winner is about the most essential Founding Father (Ron Chernow)—the one who stood behind the change in thinking that produced the American Revolution. Thomas Jefferson asserted that if there was any leader of the Revolution, “Samuel Adams was the man.” With high-minded ideals and bare-knuckle tactics, Adams led what could be called the greatest campaign of civil resistance in American history. Stacy Schiff returns Adams to his seat of glory, introducing us to the shrewd and eloquent man who supplied the moral backbone of the American Revolution. A singular figure at a singular moment, Adams amplified the Boston Massacre. He helped to mastermind the Boston Tea Party. He employed every tool available to rally a town, a colony, and eventually a band of colonies behind him, creating the cause that created a country. For his efforts he became the most wanted man in America: When Paul Revere rode to Lexington in 1775, it was to warn Samuel Adams that he was about to be arrested for treason. In The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams, Schiff brings her masterful skills to Adams’s improbable life, illuminating his transformation from aimless son of a well-off family to tireless, beguiling radical who mobilized the colonies. Arresting, original, and deliriously dramatic, this is a long-overdue chapter in the history of our nation. ONE OF WALL STREET JOURNAL #39;S 10 BEST BOOKS OF 2022 ONE OF LOS ANGELES TIMES TOP 5 NONFICTION BOOKS OF 2022 ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES MOST NOTABLE BOOKS OF 2022 ONE OF BARACK OBAMA #39;S FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2022 And named one of the BEST BOOKS OF 2022 by The New Yorker, TIME, Oprah Daily, USA Today, New York Magazine, Air Mail, Boston Globe, and more! A glorious book that is as entertaining as it is vitally important.” —Ron Chernow A beautifully crafted, invaluable biography…Schiff ingeniously connects the past to our present and future, underscoring the lessons of Adams while reclaiming our nation’s self-evident truths at a moment when we seemed to have forgotten them. —Oprah Daily
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The Story of Witches - Willow Winsham
Delve into the beguiling history of witches and uncover a fascinating world laden with myth, magic, and superstition.The Story of Witches offers tantalizing insight into the dark past and modern fascination with the occult in its many forms. Demonic and deviant or liberated and revered, witches have cast a compelling spell over the cultural zeitgeist for hundreds of years, often occupying a space at the forefront of art and culture. In this enchantingly illustrated book, Willow Winsham will separate fact from fiction by exploring the demonization and reclamation of witches throughout history.The book is split into three chapters: Witches of Myth and Legend, Witch Trials and Witch Beliefs, and The Wheel of the Year.From witch queens of fairy and folk tales and the Bell Witch Haunting to the Witches’ Sabbath and the Green Witch, this book chronicles the spellbinding and varied forms that witches have taken across history.
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The Witches of Anderson House: A Spell for Disaster - Dave Lowe, Jennie Poh
Enter the spellbinding world of a retirement home for witches in this tale of mischief and magic for children.Grab your broom and get ready for an adventure like no other, because things do go bump in the night - and they live at Anderson House! Join Myrtle in the first book in The Witches of Anderson House series, as she learns how to find her magic again - all with the help of her witchy friends. Children will love this playful, spooky story by award-winning author Dave Lowe and magical illustrations by Jennie Poh that bring the story to life.This witch book for children offers: A story by Dave Lowe, bestselling and award-winning author of 11 childrenâ ™s books.Beautiful illustrations by author and illustrator Jennie Poh (2021 Giverny Book Award).A heartwarming narrative about a retirement home full of witches and their hilarious, magical escapades.Some very strange characters live in Anderson House, a retirement home for witches, and one of them is the magnificent Myrtle Stormwhisper. Myrtle is certain of one thing: she has given up magic for good. But when a knock at the door calls for her to pick up her wand again, she doesn t know if she can. It s been so long since Myrtle has cast a spell - what if sheâ ™s forgotten how?
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The Witches - Roald Dahl
One child a week is fifty-two a year. Squish them and squiggle them and make them disappear. This is a story about REAL WITCHES.Real witches dress in ordinary clothes, have ordinary jobs and look very much like ordinary people.But they are far from ORDINARY . . .The Grand High Witch, leader of all the witches, has a plan to make each and every child disappear.That is, unless one boy and his grandmother can stop her . . .The text in this edition of The Witches was updated in 2022 for young independent readers.
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Witchy Stitching - Meg Black, The Witchy Stitcher
In this spooky guide, the Witchy Stitcher welcomes you to the dark (and sometimes unusual) corner of cross stitch.Discover the haunted side of stitching with Meg Black. Bewitch your home with patterns inspired by gothic art, Halloween curiosities, haunted holidays and witchy oddities.Featuring 25 projects for all abilities, new and seasoned stitchers are welcome here.- Stitch your own spooky abode, or ghosts and ghouls to adorn your walls.- Create a garden of carnivorous plants, or a vintage Halloween carnival.- Bring haunted twists to Halloween and your favorite holidays with a gingerdead house at Creepmas and skeleton bunnies for Easterween.With everything you need on how to get started - key material lists, easy-to-follow charts and all of Meg s stitching tricks - this grimoire is your essential stitchcraft companion.
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Of Doves and Ravens: The Witches and Wisefolk of Wales and the Borders - Benjamin Stimpson
Magic pervades every inch of Wales, from Anglesey in the north to the Vale of Glamorgan in the south, from the Marches in the east to the shores of the west. Every corner of this landscape has stories of local magicians and witches, yet so many of these figures are relatively unknown outside of Wales and are overshadowed by their English counterparts.Set in encyclopedia format, Of Doves Ravens invites readers on a tour through the rich folklore of this landscape. Discover the recollections of market fortune-tellers who historically plied their trade in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and meet the gwrach who dwell in lonely places; the dynen hysbys who help find lost cattle and protect against the malevolence of witches; and the legendary magicians who summon demons and often are buried in the walls of church.This is magical Wales revealed.
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The Witches of El Paso - Luis Jaramillo
“Luis Jaramillo weaves a captivating tale of family, tradition, and the enduring power of love.” —Reyna Grande, author of A Ballad of Love and Glory A lawyer and her elderly great-aunt use their supernatural gifts to find a lost child in this “wild, wondrous novel about the magic that is singing all around us” (Julia Phillips, author of Disappearing Earth)—in the vein of The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina and La Hacienda.If you call to the witches, they will come. 1943, El Paso, Texas: teenager Nena spends her days caring for the small children of her older sisters and longing for a life of adventure. The premonitions and fainting spells she has endured since childhood are getting worse, and Nena worries she’ll end up like the scary old curandera down the street. Nena prays for help, and when the mysterious Sister Benedicta arrives late one night, Nena follows her across the borders of space and time. In colonial Mexico, Nena grows into her power, finding love and learning that magic always comes with a price. In the present day, Nena’s grandniece, Marta, balances a struggling legal aid practice with motherhood and the care of the now ninety-three-year-old Nena. When Marta agrees to help search for a daughter Nena left in the past, the two forge a fierce connection. Marta’s own supernatural powers emerge, awakening her to new possibilities that threaten the life she has constructed. “Sexy, smart, and soulful, Luis Jaramillo’s The Witches of El Paso pulls us across borders and time to get to the essence of what it means for families to survive this beautiful, fractured world” (Mira Jacob, author of Good Talk).
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Winnie and Wilbur: The Witches
Winnie and Wilbur are taking part in the local witches sports day. After training hard in their garden, finally the big day arrives. There is a high jump contest, an egg-and-spoon race, and even a cats tree climb race - but the main event is the exciting broomstick obstacle race. Winnie and Wilbur are desperate to finally win it this year having lost out to Maryam and her cat Malak the last two years. But when the referee is about to read out the results, a gust of wind blows them away! Will the witches ever find out who won - or could they discover that perhaps it doesn t matter who won when you re having this much fun?A spellbindingly sporty story that will have readers rooting for Winnie and Wilbur as they loop the loop and soar high in the sky. Korky Paul s intricate and spellbinding artwork is full of fun, mischief and mayhem!The best-selling Winnie and Wilbur series has been delighting readers both young and old since 1987 and Winnie and Wilbur have become favourite characters in homes and schools all over the world.
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The Witches (Colour Edition) - Roald Dahl
One child a week is fifty-two a year. Squish them and squiggle them and make them disappear. This is a story about REAL WITCHES.Real witches dress in ordinary clothes, have ordinary jobs and look very much like ordinary people.But they are far from ORDINARY . . .The Grand High Witch, leader of all the witches, has a plan to make each and every child disappear.That is, unless one boy and his grandmother can stop her . . .A full colour paperback edition of Roald Dahl s classic, with a phizzwizzing new cover. A must-have for children collecting all of Dahl s work in colour.
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The Witches
Lily Halfmoon has a secret. She s a witch! With her animal guardian and her powerful magic gemstone, she and her friends help protect the town of Piedraville from all kinds of dangers.It s almost Samhain, when magic is at its strongest, and witches from all over the world are gathering at Lily s school. There will be a meeting of The Witches Council, but there will also be plenty of fun activities like magic demonstrations, kelpie taming and flying races. But Lily is in trouble. A mysterious person is after her rare moonstone, and if they get their hands on it, it could threaten everything Lily holds dear. Will Lily have the strength to fight for what she believes? PRAISE FOR THE MAGIC GEMS: LILY HALFMOON Adorable and exciting! I loved this from the very first page!  Lian Tanner, award-winning author of Spellhound A gorgeously illustrated story about the power of friendship and letting your talents shine.  Jason Pamment, bestselling creator of Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures
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The Witches of New York - Ami McKay
1880 Witches Adelaide Thom and Eleanor St Clair have opened a tea shop in Manhattan specialising in cures, palmistry and potions. When an enchanting woman called Beatrice joins the witches as an apprentice, she soon proves indispensable, but her new life is marred by strange occurrences. She sees things no one else can see. She hears voices no one else can hear. Has she been touched by magic or is she simply losing her mind? Amidst the witches tug-of-war over how best to nurture her gifts, Beatrice disappears. But was it by choice or by force? In a time when women were corseted, confined and committed for merely speaking their minds, is anyone really safe?
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Witches Abroad: The Witches Collection - Terry Pratchett
Granny Weatherwax and Nanny Ogg are going on a trip to avert certain disaster. Terry Pratchett s Discworld returns with another laugh-out-loud adventure dissecting everyone s favourite fairy tales.It seemed an easy job... After all, how difficult could it be to make sure that a servant girl doesn t marry a prince?But for the witches Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick, travelling to the distant city of Genua, things are never that simple...Servant girls have to marry the prince. That s what life is all about. You can t fight a Happy Ending.At least - up until now...
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The Book of Forgotten Witches - Balazs Tatrai, Lilla Boelecz
A beautifully presented hardcover collection of folklore and stories of legendary and historical witches from all over the world, with over 80 stunning, spooky illustrations. The perfect gift for the witchy people in your life.
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The Witches
The Witches’ Almanac es una publicación sofisticada que atrae tanto a lectores generales como a devotos wiccanos. En un nivel, es una referencia popular que cautivará a quienes se interesan en el folclore, la mitología y la cultura. En otro, es la guía anual más refinada y amplia disponible hoy en día para los entusiastas del misticismo. Fundado en 1971 por Elizabeth Pepper, exdirectora de arte de la revista Gourmet, The Witches’ Almanac es una publicación ingeniosa, literaria y sofisticada que atrae a un público amplio. Modelado según el Old Farmers’ Almanac, incluye información sobre el calendario lunar anual (pronósticos meteorológicos y horóscopos), así como leyendas, rituales, secretos de herbolaria, encantamientos místicos, entrevistas y muchas historias curiosas de bien y mal. Aunque es una publicación anual, gran parte del contenido es tanto actual como atemporal, sin limitarse a un período de fechas específico. El tema de la Edición 45 (Primavera 2026 - Primavera 2027) es Agua: El Espejo de las Almas. También se incluyen artículos sobre: Geomancia, Los Nodos Lunares, el Calendario Zodiacal, Estrellas Fijas, Magia de Cocina, Dioses del Cielo, Orishas y mucho más.
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The Witches´ Blade - A. K. Mulford
The addictive second novel in the Five Crowns of Okrith series brings us into a new part of the world as the fae princess Rua joins forces with a truly unlikely ally - all with romance and adventure readers have come to expect from the viral sensation!!A magic sword. A powerful curse. An untested fae princess.And a continent on fire...Eighteen-year-old Ruadora Dammacus now possesses the Immortal Blade, a powerful artefact that might be enough to overthrow the cruel oppression threatening the land. Yet when Rua discovers the Northern Court King s uncle is not only alive but has cast a curse on the blue witch army, she realises that the battle has only just begun.Venturing into the enemy s court, Rua finds herself working closely with the young king. Her problems are mounting, and the handsome - and perhaps evil - royal is only one of them. With the eyes of her new-found family on her, Rua must prove herself worthy of the Immortal Blade if she is to break the spell over the blue witches.But the greatest challenge she will face is her growing connection to the Northern King and what it could mean for her people...and her heart.
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The Witches of Vardo - Anya Bergman
They will have justice. They will show their power. They will not burn. #39;Three women #39;s fight for survival in a time of madness #39; Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The MerciesNorway, 1662. A dangerous time to be a woman, when even dancing can lead to accusations of witchcraft. After recently widowed Zigri #39;s affair with the local merchant is discovered, she is sent to the fortress at Vardø to be tried as a witch.Zigri #39;s daughter Ingeborg sets off into the wilderness to try to bring her mother back home. Accompanying her on this quest is Maren - herself the daughter of a witch - whose wild nature and unconquerable spirit gives Ingeborg the courage to venture into the unknown, and to risk all she has to save her family.Also captive in the fortress is Anna Rhodius, once the King of Denmark #39;s mistress, who has been sent in disgrace to the island of Vardø. What will she do - and who will she betray - to return to her privileged life at court?These Witches of Vardø are stronger than even the King. In an age weighted against them, they refuse to be victims. They will have their justice. All they need do is show their power. #39;An intricately woven, timeless novel about prejudice, misogyny, freedom and the power and strength we can find within #39; - Christy Lefteri, author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo #39;A passionate indictment of the patriarchy ... a vibrant exaltation of the resilience of women ... Anya Bergman summons a historic witch trial with breathtaking detail and immediacy #39; Hannah Kent, author of Burial Rites #39;Brilliant and powerful. Haunting and beautifully written. A complex and gripping novel reclaiming and retelling the stories of the women accused of witchcraft in Norway. Hugely atmospheric. Read it! #39; - Liz Hyder, author of The Gifts
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The Witches
Founded in 1971 by Elizabeth Pepper, the art director of Gourmet magazine for many years, THE WITCHES ALMANAC is a witty, literate and sophisticated publication that appeals to general reads as well as hard-core Wiccans. At one level, it is a pop reference that will fascinate anyone interested in folklore, mythology and culture, but, at another, it is the most sophisticated and wide-ranging annual guide available today for the mystic enthusiast.Modelled on the Old Farmers Almanac, it includes information relating to the annual Moon Calendar (weather forecasts and horoscopes), as well as legends, rituals, herbal secrets, mystic incantations, interviews and many a curious tale of good and evil. Although it is an annual publication, much of the content is both current and timeless - not specific to the date range of each issue.The theme of Issue 41 (Spring 2022-Spring 2023) is The Moon: Transforming the Inner Spirit. Also included are articles on geomancy, the lunar nodes, charms of the Welsh March, the Messenger of the Gods, the Orisha Sango, and much more.
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The Witches of Vardo - Anya Bergman
They will have justice. They will show their power. They will not burn. #39;Three women #39;s fight for survival in a time of madness #39; Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The MerciesNorway, 1662. A dangerous time to be a woman, when even dancing can lead to accusations of witchcraft. After recently widowed Zigri #39;s affair with the local merchant is discovered, she is sent to the fortress at Vardø to be tried as a witch.Zigri #39;s daughter Ingeborg sets off into the wilderness to try to bring her mother back home. Accompanying her on this quest is Maren - herself the daughter of a witch - whose wild nature and unconquerable spirit gives Ingeborg the courage to venture into the unknown, and to risk all she has to save her family.Also captive in the fortress is Anna Rhodius, once the King of Denmark #39;s mistress, who has been sent in disgrace to the island of Vardø. What will she do - and who will she betray - to return to her privileged life at court?These Witches of Vardø are stronger than even the King. In an age weighted against them, they refuse to be victims. They will have their justice. All they need do is show their power. #39;An intricately woven, timeless novel about prejudice, misogyny, freedom and the power and strength we can find within #39; - Christy Lefteri, author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo #39;A passionate indictment of the patriarchy ... a vibrant exaltation of the resilience of women ... Anya Bergman summons a historic witch trial with breathtaking detail and immediacy #39; Hannah Kent, author of Burial Rites #39;Brilliant and powerful. Haunting and beautifully written. A complex and gripping novel reclaiming and retelling the stories of the women accused of witchcraft in Norway. Hugely atmospheric. Read it! #39; - Liz Hyder, author of The Gifts
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The Witches of Bellinas - J. Nicole Jones
Tansy and her husband Guy are the newest arrivals in Bellinas, a lush oasis tucked into the coast of northern California where a reclusive, creative community is beginning to take shape. Helmed by Guy s cousin Mia, a famous model-turned-wellness-luminary, and her tech mogul husband, the group renounces the outside world in pursuit of purity, fashioning their own rules about what to eat and how to live. Everything seems perfect in Bellinas: food is abundant, flowers are always in bloom, and nearby wildfires leave the town remarkably unscathed. While Guy is happy in their new lives, Tansy becomes more and more suspicious of the community and increasingly desperate to save her already-fragile marriage. And as lonely women have throughout the ages, she wants to believe in what may only be a beautiful lie. The Witches of Bellinas unfolds as a confession from Tansy, filled with anguish over the life, and sense of self, she s surrendered in her desperation to belong. In J. Nicole Jones s clever reimagining of cult power and groupthink, the question isn t why join, but rather, what happens when you understand the danger, but can t conceive of a way out?
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The Witches of Pendle - Yvette Fielding
When a new family moves into a house in Pendle, they discover a witch s bottle filled with curses. Soon the spirits of those accused of witchcraft in the infamous Pendle Witch Trials of 1612 are released, wreaking havoc in the area. Eve, Clovis and Tom are enlisted to investigate in their latest and most challenging mission yet. Together with their mentor, Professor Rufus, they must go up against the ghosts of the Pendle witches. But the ghosts are hellbent on possessing the descendants of those who were responsible for their deadly trials. Can the ghost-hunting trio put a stop to the possessions before it s too late?
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The Late-Night Witches - Auralee Wallace
Cassie Beckett s life is anything but magical. With a wild younger sister, three unruly kids, and an absent husband, she s really not looking forward to the witching month of October. At least the gorgeous, foggy Prince Edward Island is always quiet. That is, until the vampires arrive. As the creatures sink their teeth into Cassie s tenuous grip on normalcy, she s forced to come face-to-face with long-disregarded family secrets. The legacy gifts her with power, but also a lofty responsibility: rid the island of vampires, or let them win. (Both options suck, in more ways than one.) Armed with her family, newfound friends, and a baby in a spectacularly garlicky onesie, Cassie must learn what it is to be a witch and how to fight for what she loves before time runs out. Because on Halloween night, the stakes will be higher than ever before... and it s up to Cassie to finish what the witches that came generations before her started.
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The Witches - Roald Dahl
As far as children are concerned, a REAL WITCH is easily the most dangerous of all the living creatures on Earth.This beautiful edition of The Witches, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new.So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . .
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The Witches - Roald Dahl
THE WITCHES by Roald Dahl adapted for school plays. Dare you take on the role of the Grand High Witch?Children will have a splendiferous time - and their friends won t believe their gogglers!Roald Dahl, the best-loved of children s writers, was born in Wales of Norwegian parents. His books continue to be bestsellers, despite his death in 1990, and worldwide booksales are over 100 million!
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The Witches
Attain wealth, prosperity, and abundance with The Witches Wealth Spell Book Add a little bit of magic to your daily life with this pocket-sized guide for spell casters of all levels. With spells and incantations for wealth, success, prosperity, and more, this charming collection is perfect for anyone with a penchant for the magical.
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The Witches
Banish stress, ease tension, and add comfort, joy, and magic to your daily life with The Witches #39; Spell Book--a keepsake miniature hardcover edition including dozens of spells for everyone, anywhere, and at any time. This enchanting mini volume (2-1/2 x 3 ) is a must-have for spell casters of all levels. Including 60 spells for love, prosperity, good health, profound wisdom, and much more, this powerful pocket-sized collection will charm anyone with a penchant for the magical.
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A Resistance of Witches - Morgan Ryan
Prime Minister Churchill, the Witches of Britain are at your service . . . 1940, and war rages across Europe. The future looks bleak. But now, emerging from the shadows, the Royal Academy of Witches offers its help. And so it is tasked with finding an ancient artefact that, were it to fall into Nazi hands, would help Hitler fulfil his twisted Aryan dream . . .Stubborn, plain-spoken and from an unimpressive family, Lydia Polk never expected to be chosen to work under Isadora Goode, the Grand Mistress of the Royal Academy of Witches.Now, three years into her apprenticeship, and with Hitlerâ ™s armies rampaging across Europe, the Witches of Britain have joined the war effort â “ but not without some resistance from within, the British government having originally forced the witches into hiding.As Lydiaâ ™s power grows, she too joins the cause, tracking down magical relics in order to keep them out of Nazi hands. But a Nazi witch infiltrates the Academy with heart-breaking consequences and suddenly Lydiaâ ™s mission becomes even more urgent . . . Somewhere out there, hidden amidst the chaos of war, is the Grimorium Bellum - an ancient book that Hitler craves, a book so steeped in dark magic that it has the power to wipe out civilisations - an artefact that Lydia must find and secure at all costs.Dropped into the heart of Occupied France, Lydia finds allies in Rebecca Gagne, a French resistance fighter with a secret, and Henry Boudreaux, a Haitian-American art historian who seems to possess a little magic of his own. But tracking down this book is only half the battle - for the Grimorium Bellum seems to have a dark agenda all of its own . . .
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A Resistance of Witches - Morgan Ryan
1940, and war rages across Europe. The future looks bleak. But now, emerging from the shadows, the Royal Academy of Witches offers its help. And so it is tasked with finding an ancient artefact that, were it to fall into Nazi hands, would help Hitler fulfil his twisted Aryan dream . . .Stubborn, plain-spoken and from an unimpressive family, Lydia Polk never expected to be chosen to work under Isadora Goode, the Grand Mistress of the Royal Academy of Witches.Now, three years into her apprenticeship, and with Hitler’s armies rampaging across Europe, the Witches of Britain have joined the war effort – but not without some resistance from within, the British government having originally forced the witches into hiding.As Lydia’s power grows, she too joins the cause, tracking down magical relics in order to keep them out of Nazi hands. But a Nazi witch infiltrates the Academy with heart-breaking consequences and suddenly Lydia’s mission becomes even more urgent . . . Somewhere out there, hidden amidst the chaos of war, is the Grimorium Bellum - an ancient book that Hitler craves, a book so steeped in dark magic that it has the power to wipe out civilisations - an artefact that Lydia must find and secure at all costs.Dropped into the heart of Occupied France, Lydia finds allies in Rebecca Gagne, a French resistance fighter with a secret, and Henry Boudreaux, a Haitian-American art historian who seems to possess a little magic of his own. But tracking down this book is only half the battle - for the Grimorium Bellum seems to have a dark agenda all of its own . . .
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Gwrachod Cymru | Welsh Witches - Efa Lois
Gwrachod Cymru | Welsh Witches is an illustrated and categorised guide to the witches of Wales. Drawing on her extensive research, Efa Lois gathers witches from Welsh folklore, history and popular and contemporary culture and brings their stories vividly to life with her vibrant illustrations. Professional folklorist Juliette Wood explores the context around the history of witches in Wales, common themes in their stories, and what this tells us about Welsh women and attitudes towards them through time.
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The Witches of Santo Stefano - Wendy Webb
An investigative journalist uncovers the haunting secret history of her own ancestors in a bewitching novel by the bestselling author of Daughters of the Lake.When Cassie Graves discovers her husband’s affair, it’s enough to chip away at the foundation of her life. But after researching her family’s Italian ancestry, it completely crumbles beneath her.Her grandmother Gia’s often-told stories about the past are a lie. Her much-romanticized great-grandfather Giovanni may not even have existed. Most alarming of all, it appears her mysterious great-grandmother Violetta died by stregoneria—witchcraft. Now, piecing together the puzzle of her family tree in the small, centuries-old hill town of Santo Stefano, Cassie finds help from a welcoming group of locals: the accommodating Renzo; Dante, whose own family history connects with Cassie’s; and the ethereal Luna, an interpreter of dreams who gives Cassie a protective amulet—and the warning that she may have walked into a trap.When Cassie comes upon an old spell book, she gets closer to unearthing long-buried family secrets, the truth about a powerful female lineage, and the haunting discovery of who she really is.
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The Witches
The Witches’ Almanac is a sophisticated publication appealing to general readers as well as hard-core Wiccans. At one level, it is a pop reference that will fascinate anyone interested in folklore, mythology, and culture, but at another, it is the most sophisticated annual guide available today for the mystic enthusiast.  Founded in 1971 by Elizabeth Pepper, the art director of Gourmet magazine for many years, The Witches’ Almanac is a witty, literate, and sophisticated publication that will appeal to general readers as well as hard-core Wiccans. At one level, it is a pop reference that will fascinate anyone interested in folklore, mythology, and culture, but at another, it is the most sophisticated and wide-ranging annual guide available today for the mystic enthusiast.  Modeled after the Old Farmers’ Almanac, The Witches’ Almanac includes information related to the annual moon calendar (weather forecasts and horoscopes) as well as legends, rituals, herbal secrets, mystic incantations, interviews, and many a curious tale of good and evil. Although it is an annual publication, much of the content is both current and timeless—not specific to the date range of each issue.  The theme of issue 45 (Spring 2026–Spring 2027) is Water: The Mirror of Souls. Also included are articles on geomancy, the lunar nodes, the zodiac calendar, fixed stars, kitchen magic, gods of the sky, orishas, and much more.
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Wyrd Sisters: The Witches Collection - Terry Pratchett
The funniest, most insighftul, clever and totally bonkers parody of all things Shakespeare, filled to the brim with Pratchett s signature style. Pratchett uses his other world to hold up a distorting mirror to our own The Times The Discworld novels have always been among the most serious of comedies, the most relevant and real of fantasies Independent An enduring, endearing presence in comic literature GuardianWitches are not by nature gregarious, and they certainly don t have leaders.Granny Weatherwax was the most highly regarded of the leaders they didn t have.But even she found that meddling in royal politics was a lot more difficult than certain playwrights would have you believe...
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The Witches
As Melissa and Tanya continue training at the Witchesâ ™ Marriage College, each obstacle they overcome brings them one step closer to the final trial: the wedding ceremony, where theyâ ™ll be able to open the Doors of Truth at last. But when Melissa is forced to reveal to Tanya the real reason she agreed to take her in, their relationship might hit a snag at the eleventh hour! Can the two dispel their doubts in time to make wedding bells ring?
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Witches Abroad - Terry Pratchett
You can t go around building a better world for people. Only people can build a better world for people. Otherwise, it s just a cage. There s power in stories. The Fairy Godmother is good. The servant girl marries the Prince. Everyone lives happily ever after . . . don t they?The witches Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick are travelling to far-distant Genua to stop a wedding and save a kingdom. But how do you fight a happy-ever-after, especially when it comes with glass slippers and a power-hungry Fairy Godmother who has made Destiny an offer it can t refuse?It s hard to resist a good story, even when the fate of the kingdom depends on it . . . No one mixes the fantastical and mundane to better comic effect Daily Mail One of our greatest fantasists, and beyond a doubt the funniest George RR MartinWitches Abroad is the third book in the Witches series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order.
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How To Avoid Witches - Roald Dahl
Inspired by Roald Dahl s spine-tingling story The Witches, we present the ultimate guide to witch-spotting, stuffed with fun activities, stories, jokes and more!Witches are hiding everywhere in plain sight and want to rid the world of smelly children like YOU! For all you know, a witch might be living next door to you right now . . . It s tricky to spot them because they look so ORDINARY. They have ORDINARY jobs, live in ORDINARY houses and wear ORDINARY clothes. That s what makes them so hard to catch . . .This book is the ultimate guide to bringing down witch-kind, packed with activities, extracts from the original story, games and bonus material.
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Maskerade: The Witches Collection - Terry Pratchett
The Opera House, Ankh-Morpork... A huge, rambling building, where innocent young sopranos are lured to their destiny by a strangely familiar evil mastermind in a hideously deformed evening dress...At least, he hopes so. But Granny Weatherwax, Discworld s most famous witch, is in the audience. And she doesn t hold with that sort of thing.So there s going to be trouble (but nevertheless a good evening s entertainment with murders you can really hum...)
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The Witches
Attain the love you #39;ve always dreamed of with this powerful collection of love spells--magically concentrated in a miniature (3 ) hardcover keepsake edition. This enchanting mini volume (2-1/2 x 3 ) includes 60 spells that use practical magic to infuse your life with love and passion, using readily available ingredients such as candles, flowers, and essential oils. Accompanied by charming illustrations throughout, it #39;s the perfect pocket-sized reference for spell casters of all levels.
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The 50 States - Gabrielle Balkan
Explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming with these 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps! Includes an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents.Discover more than 2,000 facts about the people, cities, nature and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. Ghost towns, swamp tours, the center of the universe… bacon donuts, brainy berries, salmon jerky… The French Fry King, The Mother of Oregon, The Queen of Blues… be inspired by the inventiveness, beauty and diversity of our great nation in this curious collection of fact-filled maps.On each weird and wonderful map, find:A welcome box with a short introduction to the stateKey facts, including the capital; state bird, flower and tree; and statehood orderState icons celebrating the state’s people, places and historySix inspiring people who have a connection to the stateRegion spotlight bubbles to allow you to discover more about one particular placeA moments to remember box with a list of significant dates and their events in the state’s historyEach state’s map also contains information about which states it neighbors, its bodies of water and borders as well as where it is situated in the country. Did you know that while Hawaii shares its border with no one, both Missouri and Tennessee border eight other states? Many state parks, battlefields, national forests and reservations are also included to inspire you to explore the great outdoors.So pack your bags and say later ‘gator… the great States await! The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colorful life.Also available in this series:50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, and a wide range of activity books.
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The 50 States - Gabrielle Balkan
Explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming with these 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps! Includes an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents.Discover more than 2,000 facts about the people, cities, nature and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. Ghost towns, swamp tours, the center of the universe… bacon donuts, brainy berries, salmon jerky… The French Fry King, The Mother of Oregon, The Queen of Blues… be inspired by the inventiveness, beauty and diversity of our great nation in this curious collection of fact-filled maps.On each weird and wonderful map, find:A welcome box with a short introduction to the stateKey facts, including the capital; state bird, flower and tree; and statehood orderState icons celebrating the state’s people, places and historySix inspiring people who have a connection to the stateRegion spotlight bubbles to allow you to discover more about one particular placeA moments to remember box with a list of significant dates and their events in the state’s historyEach state’s map also contains information about which states it neighbors, its bodies of water and borders as well as where it is situated in the country. Did you know that while Hawaii shares its border with no one, both Missouri and Tennessee border eight other states? Many state parks, battlefields, national forests and reservations are also included to inspire you to explore the great outdoors.So pack your bags and say later ‘gator… the great States await! The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colorful life.Also available in this series:50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, and a wide range of activity books.
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50 Trailblazers of the 50 States - Howard Megdal
Meet 50 trailblazers who made the United States what it is today in this bright, fact-packed biography book.With one trailblazer from every state, you ll discover how Rosa Parks from Alabama fought for civil rights, how Barack Obama from Hawaii became the USA s first Black president, how Margaret Murie from Alaska pioneered the American environmentalist movement and how Betty Ford from Michigan improved treatment for drug addiction.Each spread features a timeline of the trailblazer s life, key facts about their achievements and how their trailblazing continues today. By honouring people who strove in the areas of equal rights, feminism and environmentalism/conservation, this fact-packed book celebrates what makes America great, then and now.Alabama: Rosa Parks; Alaska: Margaret Murie; Arizona: Cesar Chavez; Arkansas: All-American Redheads; California: Colin Kaepernick; Colorado: Corky Gonzales; Connecticut: Rebecca Lobo; Delaware: Joe Biden; Florida: Emma Gonzalez; Georgia: Jackie Robinson; Hawaii: Barack Obama; Idaho: Marilyn Schuler; Illinois: Betty Friedan; Indiana: Eugene V. Debs; Iowa: Carrie Chapman Catt; Kansas: William Allen White; Kentucky: Muhammad Ali; Louisiana: Norris Henderson; Maine: Dorothea Dix; Maryland: Thurgood Marshall; Massachusetts: W.E.B. DuBois; Michigan: Betty Ford; Minnesota: Maya Moore; Mississippi: Myrlie Evers-Williams; Missouri: Michael Harrington; Montana: Barbara Ehrenreich; Nebraska: Susette La Flesche; Nevada: Velma Bronn Johnson; New Hampshire: Doris Haddock; New Jersey: Paul Robeson; New Mexico: Notah Begay; New York: Margaret Sanger; North Carolina: Jessica McDonald; North Dakota: Dave Archambault; Ohio: LeBron James; Oklahoma: Woody Guthrie; Oregon: Lola Baldwin; Pennsylvania: Rachel Carson; Rhode Island: Marjorie van Vliet; South Carolina: Sarah and Angelina Grimke; South Dakota: Hubert Humphrey; Tennessee: Hattie Caraway; Texas: Lyndon Johnson; Utah: David Nelson; Vermont: Clarina I.H. Nichols; Virginia: Mildred Loving; Washington: Jenny Durkan; West Virginia: Debbie Null; Wisconsin: Robert LaFollette; Wyoming: Harriet Elizabeth ByrdThe perfect book for kids to discover the most amazing achievements in American history. Learn about key social issues including feminism and civil rights. Inspiring, informative and fun, this book can be picked up any time of day for a whistlestop tour of the United States, right from your own home, school or library.The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful.Also available from the series: Only in America, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States.
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Embracing the Calm in the Chaos - Stacy Igel
Run your own business, raise a family, and make a difference—at your own pace.Stacy Igel, founder of the global fashion line BOY MEETS GIRL®, walks you through the highs and lows of creating a business: how to establish a brand and attract customers, hire and fire employees, collaborate with business partners, rise up from the midst of discouragement, and not just survive the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship—but thrive.Stacy shares her twenty-year journey of growing her company from the ground up while powering through life’s challenges. Today, with her clothing sold in Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, and other stores worldwide, Stacy has climbed to the top of the ladder—but instead of pausing to look at the view, she’s pulling other women up with her.Embracing the Calm in the Chaos shares a realistic look at how to successfully balance the chaos of being a businessperson, a woman, and a parent. Through Stacy’s story and the stories of the women and men who worked alongside her, you will learn how to:Be authentic and make your voice stand out in the marketplace.Build lasting success and make a difference—at your own pace, and on your own terms.Choose business partners and allies that align with your aspirations.Celebrate each milestone achieved and goal accomplished in your journey.Make a positive impact in your community and beyond.A captivating, practical guide for new entrepreneurs, mompreneurs, and established entrepreneurs looking for insights and inspiration.
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The Small States Club - Armen Sarkissian
In this book, Armen Sarkissian, former president of Armenia, argues that small states can navigate the complex challenges of the twenty-first century in smarter ways than greater powers. For smallness â ” often regarded as a weakness â ” can be a strength. It may induce insecurity in states, but also endows them with an instinct for survival. Large states are ponderous; small states can be agile and adaptive. Drawing on his deep experience as a scientist, businessman, diplomat and head of state, Sarkissian offers captivating portraits of small states, from Africa to Europe to Asia, that have overcome seemingly insuperable odds to establish themselves as oases of political stability, cultural tolerance, technological innovation, financial prudence and scientific research. Sarkissian returns to the uncertain beginnings of these small states to demystify their improbable rise. Along the way, he introduces us to a cast of tenacious leaders with a knack for converting crisis into opportunity. Widely regarded as the most respected Armenian leader on the world stage, Sarkissian ends with a poignant homage to his motherland. Part memoir, part manifesto, it is a stirring insight into the world s oldest Christian country, which is at once an ancient civilisation, a small state and a global nation.
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Japan and the United States - Yukio Okamoto
Okamoto-san was an invaluable diplomatic advisor who provided essential knowledge for our foreign visits and meetings with heads of state during my term as Prime Minister of Japan. â ” Junichiro Koizumi, former Prime Minister of Japan. Yukio s inclination to take action, his generosity and openheartedness were exceptional. [â ¦] This book presents his admirable perspective and I will remember him forever. â ”David Petraeus, former CIA DirectorAs one of Japan s most distinguished and gifted diplomats of his generation, Yukio Okamoto navigated the corridors of political power at the highest levels. In Japan and the United States, Okamoto recounts the compelling story of his diplomatic service and his role as a steadfast advocate for strong Japan-United States relations during an era of political crises, war, and fierce economic competition. During his 20-year career in the Japanese Foreign Ministry and after he left government, Okamoto was an indispensable advisor to several Japanese prime ministers including Ryutaro Hashimoto, Junichiro Koizumi and Shinzo Abe. He worked tirelessly to strengthen relations with the United States and the survival of this alliance is due in no small part to Okamoto s influence. This book features contributions from former Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage and former Assistant Secretary of Defense Joseph S. Nye, who both worked with Okamoto and share their thoughts on his life, career, and legacy as an influential friend of the United States.
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Constitution of the United States of America - kolektiv autorů
In 1787. . . We were given the right to practice the religion of our choice. We were given the right to say what we wanted without persecution. It was written that our house and property were secure from unreasonable search and seizure. We were given the right to a public trial. Fifty-five men we will never know sat in a sweltering room and fought for us. We were given our rights as citizens of the United States. Every second fall, as we return again to the ballot box to decide the course of our country s leadership, every voter must find their way back to that room in Philadelphia. Welcome Books is proud to provide a map. The Constitution of the United States of America, inscribed and illustrated by the master calligrapher, Sam Fink, brings to life the issues underlying the triumphs of this abiding document. Originally published in pen and ink for Random House in 1987, Mr. Fink has gone back to his original black-and-white art and painted it anew, created a full-color masterpiece. The result is glorious. Each amendment, each article, each word so thoughtfully placed in The Constitution has been given Mr. Fink s profound touch. With a powerful intelligence and a wonderful sense of humor, he has provided us with an entry point into this complex document, allowing us to read it with greater ease and understanding. As well as a trade edition, Welcome Books is honored to present a full-color limited edition of 64 loose folios, each 15 x 22, exquisitely designed and produced--matching in its manufacture the stunning quality of Mr. Fink s ambition and the gravitas of the original document. In 1787, we were entrusted with our most important living document, The Constitution of the United States of America. Have we kept it safe? To answer this, we must begin by reading it, each and every one of us--so that we may claim our own intimate knowledge of its content; so that we may never forget its tenets; so that we may remember the kind of world we want to live in. This, Sam Fink, in his direct and unadorned way, respectful and loving, helps us do.
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Witches Among Us - Thorn Mooney
Everything You Wanted to Know About Witchcraft (But Were Afraid to Ask) Occult references ripple frequently through mainstream culture, Wiccan and witchcraft movements appear trendier than ever, and chances are that you re unknowingly acquainted with at least one witch. Drawing on her expertise as a magical practitioner and religious studies scholar, Thorn Mooney pulls back the curtain, introducing you to this complex world and helping you understand why it holds such intense appeal for so many. Thorn answers all your questions and dispels common misconceptions while delving into what it means to be a witch, including beliefs and practices. Discover what magic really is and what casting it entails. Gain insights into Wicca s distinctions from witchcraft and how these communities are structured. With this fascinating yet concise guide, you can better understand the witches in your life and the reasons why magical thinking thrives.
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Bolt Action: Armies of the United States: Third Edition - Warlord Games
A detailed guide to the US forces in Bolt Action: Third Edition, containing updated special rules, unit entries, and force selection guides.With this new and revised supplement for Bolt Action: Third Edition players now have all the information they need to field the varied military forces of the United States of America. Entering the war after the attack on Pearl Harbor, the United States immediately went to war on several fronts. In Europe and Africa, the Americans battled against the Germans and Italians, while in the Pacific the men of the Army and Marines faced the forces of Imperial Japan. This book allows players to choose from dozens of different troop types including Sherman tanks, Marine raiders, and paratroopers, and build a US force to fight in any theatre of the war.
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How the United States Would Fight China - Franz-Stefan Gady
A stark warning: Washington is at real risk of strategic defeat in any war with China.This book dissects precisely how the United States imagines fighting the People s Republic of China, and why it risks failing. Franz-Stefan Gady contends that the US military approach to a potential conflict over Taiwan is unlikely to succeed, relying heavily on both rapidly established information superiority and a decisive victory. This may increase the threat of nuclear escalation between the world s only superpowers.The more likely scenario is a prolonged war of attrition across land, sea, air, space and cyberspace. America s society, armed forces and industrial capacity are ill-prepared for this--a deficiency stemming from a military culture that prioritises advanced technology over mass, and from a lack of public or political will for the sacrifices required by such a conflict.Gady s superb research and analysis, based on US doctrine, force structure and general ways of war , reveal the significant risks to the United States in a potential conflict with China, whether in the 2020s or 2030s.
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The Five Stages of Courting Dalisay Ramos - Melissa de la Cruz
Evan Saatchi can’t keep his eyes off his new co-worker, Dalisay Ramos. Newly arrived from Manila to lead their travel app’s Asia division, nothing matters more to Dalisay than tradition and family. When Evan asks her out, she soundly rejects him for his cheek. Evan learns from his Filipino friends that Dalisay expects more from potential suitors. If he wants a chance with her, he’s going to have to go through the Five Stages, the same courtship ritual that lovers in the Philippines have performed for generations. At first, Evan is skeptical—what, exactly, does “servitude” entail? And he has to sing?! But when Dalisay bets Evan that he doesn’t have the nerve to make it through the stages, the game is on. As Evan attempts to prove to Dalisay that he can win her heart—and the bet—Dalisay is driven to distraction by Evan’s sexy labors, and soon their “courtship” turns into a sizzling secret. But when modern love and family expectations collide, Dalisay and Evan must find a way to carry a rich history into a shared future.
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Little History of the United States - Davidson James West
The United States is one of the most powerful countries in the world.This is the remarkable story of how it came to be. Beginning with the first contact between the old world and the new over 500 years ago, this Little History moves through the centuries from the first European explorers and slave-owning farmers, to the Declaration of Independence and the Civil War, to the Great Depression and the wars of the twentieth century. We meet key figures, including founding father Benjamin Franklin, the Hunkpapa Lakota leader Sitting Bull, the abolitionist Harriet Tubman and the civil rights activist Rosa Parks.This is a fast-paced, character-filled history that brings the great, diverse American saga to life.
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