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Black Women For Beginners

by S. Pearl Sharp ...

Series series For Beginners
There are over 519 million Black Women on the planet Earth give or take a dozen. There's a Black Woman on each of the seven continents in almost every country and in almost every context. There are even Black Women in the space program. So no matter where you go she's already been there. She travels with forces greater than herself. Her presence is everywhere.Black Women For Beginners is a ... Read more

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There are over 519 million Black Women on the planet Earth give or take a dozen. There's a Black Woman on each of the seven continents in almost every country and in almost every context. There are even Black Women in the space program. So no matter where you go she's already been there. She travels with forces greater than herself. Her presence is everywhere.Black Women For Beginners is a
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From Pearl Harbor to V-J Day

The American Armed Forces in World War II

by Clayton D. James, Anne Sharp Wells ...

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A compact but comprehensive history of the American armed forces in World War II, examining the strategy, logistics, high command, operations, and home-front aspects of the military campaign. Consistently absorbing....As inclusive and compact a rundown as general readers are likely to get anytime soon. -Kirkus Reviews. American Ways Series. ... Read more

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A compact but comprehensive history of the American armed forces in World War II, examining the strategy, logistics, high command, operations, and home-front aspects of the military campaign. Consistently absorbing....As inclusive and compact a rundown as general readers are likely to get anytime soon. -Kirkus Reviews. American Ways Series.
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Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale

Enriched edition. Southern Gothic Secrets and Supernatural Romance in The Mistress of Rosedale

by Ida Glenwood, Wren Sharp ...

In "Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale," Ida Glenwood masterfully intertwines the themes of identity, ambition, and the constraints of societal expectations during the tumultuous Victorian era. This richly woven narrative centers around Lily Pearl, a young woman navigating the gilded hallways of Rosedale, where opulence contrasts starkly with the hidden struggles of its inhabitants. Glenwood ... Read more

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In "Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale," Ida Glenwood masterfully intertwines the themes of identity, ambition, and the constraints of societal expectations during the tumultuous Victorian era. This richly woven narrative centers around Lily Pearl, a young woman navigating the gilded hallways of Rosedale, where opulence contrasts starkly with the hidden struggles of its inhabitants. Glenwood
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What Was Pearl Harbor?

by Patricia Brennan Demuth, Who HQ ...

Narrated by Eric Sharp ...

Series series What Was?
Unabridged

55 min

A terrifying attack!On December 7, 1941, Japanese war planes appeared out of nowhere to bomb the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a highly secretive and devastating attack: four battleships sunk, more than two thousand servicemen died, and the United States was propelled into World War II. In a compelling, easy-to-read narrative, children will learn all about a pivotal moment in ... Read more

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A terrifying attack!On December 7, 1941, Japanese war planes appeared out of nowhere to bomb the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a highly secretive and devastating attack: four battleships sunk, more than two thousand servicemen died, and the United States was propelled into World War II. In a compelling, easy-to-read narrative, children will learn all about a pivotal moment in
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VOICES: a sacred sisterscape

An Audioplay Presented by V-Day, Directed by aja monet, Composed by LeahAnn “Lafemmebear” Mitchell, Produced by Hollis Heath

by V-Day, aja monet, Bella Laia, Black Girls Glow ft. Anabel Rose, Kikie, Ms. Fu, Nana Adjoa Agyepong0, Pamm Takyiwaa2, Poetra Asantewa & Wendy4, Ceclia Faussart6, Chamari White-Mink8, Chelsea Williams9, Cynthia Manick0, Dalychia Saah1, Dorothy Randall Gray2, Flavia Diniz3, Frieda Ndeutala Mukufa5, Itohan Omolere Osaigbovo6, Jasmine Knowles7, Renee Wilson8, Roslyn Smith9, S. Pearl Sharp1, Toya Lillard2, Ursula Nyaboke Gisemba3, Vanessa Appiagyei4, Vangile Gantsho5, various authors7, Leahann “Lafemmebear” Mitchell8, Hollis Heath9 ...

Narrated by a full cast, Black Girls Glow ft. Anabel Rose, Kikie, Ms. Fu, Nana Adjoa Agyepong1, Pamm Takyiwaa3, Poetra Asantewa & Wendy5, Ceclia Faussart7, Flavia Diniz4, Roslyn Smith0, Vangile Gantsho6, Zonya Love Johnson0, Mumbi Kaigwa1, Liza Jessie Peterson2, Tyshawna Maddox3, Mars Rucker4, Stephanie Berry5, Liz Mikel6, Nyla Watson7, Staceyann Chin8, Carolyn Harrison9, Denise Burse0, Nila1, Rutina Wesley2, Bisserat Tseggai3 ...

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1 hour

VOICES: a sacred sisterscape, spearheaded by Grammy-nominated poet aja monet (When The Poems Do What They Do), is an audio experience of stories written by, narrated by, and centering Black women across the diaspora. It encourages radical listening for the sake of connection, compassion, and community and celebrates the interior lives Black women embody. “We seek to encourage and establish a ... Read more

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VOICES: a sacred sisterscape, spearheaded by Grammy-nominated poet aja monet (When The Poems Do What They Do), is an audio experience of stories written by, narrated by, and centering Black women across the diaspora. It encourages radical listening for the sake of connection, compassion, and community and celebrates the interior lives Black women embody. “We seek to encourage and establish a
... Read more

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What Was Hurricane Katrina?

by Robin Koontz, Who HQ ...

Narrated by Asia Rainey ...

Series series What Was?
Unabridged

1 hour 8 min

On August 25th, 2005, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in history hit the Gulf of Mexico. High winds and rain pummeled coastal communities, including the City of New Orleans, which was left under 15 feet of water in some areas after the levees burst. Track this powerful storm from start to finish, from rescue efforts large and small to storm survivors’ tales of triumph. ... Read more

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On August 25th, 2005, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in history hit the Gulf of Mexico. High winds and rain pummeled coastal communities, including the City of New Orleans, which was left under 15 feet of water in some areas after the levees burst. Track this powerful storm from start to finish, from rescue efforts large and small to storm survivors’ tales of triumph.
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What is the Declaration of Independence?

by Michael C. Harris, Who HQ ...

Narrated by Marc Cashman ...

Series series What Was?
Unabridged

1 hour 8 min

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Step back in time to the creation of America’s founding document with this fascinating history for young readers, part of the beloved What Was? series. The perfect way to celebrate the U.S.A.’s 250th anniversary!On a hot summer day near Philadelphia in 1776, Thomas Jefferson sat at his desk and wrote furiously well into the night. He was drafting the Declaration of ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Step back in time to the creation of America’s founding document with this fascinating history for young readers, part of the beloved What Was? series. The perfect way to celebrate the U.S.A.’s 250th anniversary!On a hot summer day near Philadelphia in 1776, Thomas Jefferson sat at his desk and wrote furiously well into the night. He was drafting the Declaration of
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What Was the Boston Tea Party?

by Kathleen Krull, Who HQ ...

Narrated by Shayna Small ...

Series series What Was?
Unabridged

53 min

"No Taxation without Representation!" The Boston Tea Party stands as an iconic event of the American Revolution—outraged by the tax on tea, American colonists chose to destroy the tea by dumping it into the water! Learn all about the famed colonialists who fought against the British Monarchy, and listen to this audiobook about this act of rebellion from our history! The Boston Tea party is brought ... Read more

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"No Taxation without Representation!" The Boston Tea Party stands as an iconic event of the American Revolution—outraged by the tax on tea, American colonists chose to destroy the tea by dumping it into the water! Learn all about the famed colonialists who fought against the British Monarchy, and listen to this audiobook about this act of rebellion from our history! The Boston Tea party is brought
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What Was the Great Depression?

by Janet B. Pascal, Who HQ ...

Narrated by Thérèse Plummer ...

Series series What Was?
Unabridged

57 min

On October 29, 1929, life in the United States took a turn for the worst. The stock market – the system that controls money in America – plunged to a record low. But this event was only the beginning of many bad years to come. By the early 1930s, one out of three people was not working. People lost their jobs, their houses, or both and ended up in shantytowns called “Hoovervilles” named for the ... Read more

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On October 29, 1929, life in the United States took a turn for the worst. The stock market – the system that controls money in America – plunged to a record low. But this event was only the beginning of many bad years to come. By the early 1930s, one out of three people was not working. People lost their jobs, their houses, or both and ended up in shantytowns called “Hoovervilles” named for the
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What is the Constitution?

by Patricia Brennan Demuth, Who HQ ...

Narrated by Kathleen McInerney ...

Series series What Was?
Unabridged

1 hour 7 min

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • We the People deserve to know—what is the U.S. Constitution? Learn all about our governmental blueprint in this fascinating history for young readers, part of the beloved What Was? series. The perfect way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!Signed on September 17, 1787—four years after the Revolutionary War won America’s independence from the British—the ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • We the People deserve to know—what is the U.S. Constitution? Learn all about our governmental blueprint in this fascinating history for young readers, part of the beloved What Was? series. The perfect way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!Signed on September 17, 1787—four years after the Revolutionary War won America’s independence from the British—the
... Read more

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Who Was Thomas Jefferson?

by Dennis Brindell Fradin ...

Narrated by Kevin Pariseau ...

Series series Who Was?
Unabridged

1 hour 4 min

Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a ... Read more

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Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a
... Read more

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What Was the Great Chicago Fire?

by Janet B. Pascal, Who HQ ...

Narrated by Minka Wiltz ...

Series series What Was?
Unabridged

1 hour 10 min

Did the Great Chicago Fire really start after a cow kicked over a lantern in a barn? Find out the truth in this addition to the What Was? series.On Sunday, October 8, 1871, a fire started on the south side of Chicago. A long drought made the neighborhood go up in flames. And practically everything that could go wrong did. Firemen first went to the wrong location. Fierce winds helped the blaze jump ... Read more

$9.50 CAD

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Did the Great Chicago Fire really start after a cow kicked over a lantern in a barn? Find out the truth in this addition to the What Was? series.On Sunday, October 8, 1871, a fire started on the south side of Chicago. A long drought made the neighborhood go up in flames. And practically everything that could go wrong did. Firemen first went to the wrong location. Fierce winds helped the blaze jump
... Read more

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