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The first book of India

—Bothwell, Jean.

1978

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Discusses the history, geography, religious beliefs, caste system, and government of India....

It's much too hot!

—Graham, Bob, 1942-

1994

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Describes the effects of heat on people and other living things....

Modern Greece

—Warren, Ruth.

1979

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An introduction to the geography, history, government, culture, people, and economy of modern-day Greece....

The first transcontinental air service : the story of the Tin Goose and the iron horse

—Taylor, Richard L., 1933-

1995

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The Wampanoag

—Doherty, Katherine M.

1995

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The Penobscot

—Doherty, Katherine M.

1995

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Herod the Great

—Green, Robert, 1969-

1996

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Robert E. Lee

—Cannon, Marian G.

1993

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A biography of the general who commanded the Confederate Army during the Civil War....

Florence Griffith Joyner : track and field star

—Koral, April.

1992

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A biography of the noted sprinter who won three gold medals at the 1988 Olympics....

Auroras : light shows in the night sky

—Walsh Shepherd, Donna, author.

1995

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Provides a definition of auroras plus coverage of where they found and how they occur....

Volcanoes

—Vogt, Gregory, author.

1993

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A study of how volcanoes develop and the effects of their eruptions on Earth. Also discusses famous volcanic eruptions....

Growing up in the Old West

—Alter, Judy, 1938-

1989

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Describes the hardships, threats, chores, games, amusements, and challenges that made growing up in the Old West a dangerous but exciting experience....

Drug-related diseases

—Hughes, Barbara, 1939-

1987

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Discusses a number of drugs, including alcohol, cocaine, heroin, and amphetamines, and the health problems which may result from their use or abuse....

Science in ancient Mesopotamia

—Moss, Carol (Carol Marie)

1988

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Describes the enormous accomplishments of the Sumerians and Babylonians of ancient Mesopotamia in every scientific area, a heritage which affects our...

Rock climbing

—Brimner, Larry Dane.

1997

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Presents a brief description of rock climbing, a sport that requires little equipment, appeals to all ages, and is considered to be mental as well as...

Homesteaders and Indians.

—Levenson, Dorothy.

1971

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A history of the long struggle for land between the homesteaders and American Indians which resulted in bloody battles, broken treaties, and confineme...

King Henry VIII

—Green, Robert, 1969-

1998

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A biography of the English monarch who challenged the Pope's authority, established a state religion, married six wives, and presided over the beginni...

The Inuits

—Newman, Shirlee Petkin, author.

1993

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Provides a look at the history, culture, and daily life of th Inuit people who live in the Arctic regions of the world, focusing on those living in No...

The Rocky Mountain states

—Taylor, L. B.

1984

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Describes the geography, history, resources, cities, parklands, economic development, and people of the eight Rocky Mountain states. Also discusses th...

Mathew Brady : Civil War photographer

—Van Steenwyk, Elizabeth.

1997

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A biography of the pioneering photographer, who is known for his unique portrayal of the Civil War, as well as for portraits of such personalities as...

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