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Every U.S. president is the focus of public scrutiny, but how well do we know these men? What kind of fathers do presidents make? Husbands? Neighbors? Other books focus on the historical achievements of those who have occupied our country's highest office; Lives of the Presidents looks instead at their bad habits, silly nicknames, and strange pets. Every president—from George Washington to Barack Obama—is included, with an emphasis on...
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Not all governments have been run by men. Lives of Extraordinary Women turns the spotlight on women who have wielded power, revealing their feats—and flaws—for all the world to see. Here you'll find twenty of the most influential women in history: queens, warriors, prime ministers, first ladies, revolutionary leaders. Some are revered. Others are notorious. What were they really like?
In this grand addition to their highly praised...
In this grand addition to their highly praised...
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2013
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Goodreads Choice Finalist for Science Fiction
A pizza-loving slacker becomes the host of an ancient alien—and a pawn in an ongoing alien war—in this “science fiction romp” full of wit and humor (Huffington Post)
When out-of-shape IT technician Roen woke up and started hearing voices in his head, he naturally assumed he was losing it.
He wasn’t.
He now has a passenger
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Tensions escalate between two alien factions as the battle to leave Earth reaches deadly new heights in this funny sci-fi thriller sequel to The Lives of Tao
The Prophus and the Genjix are at war. For centuries they have sought a way off-planet, guiding humanity’s social and technological development to the stage where space travel is possible. The end is now in sight, and both factions have plans to leave...
The Prophus and the Genjix are at war. For centuries they have sought a way off-planet, guiding humanity’s social and technological development to the stage where space travel is possible. The end is now in sight, and both factions have plans to leave...
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The life of Patricia Highsmith was as secretive and unusual as that of many of the best-known characters who people her "peerlessly disturbing" thrillers and short stories. Yet even as her work has found new popularity in the last few years, the life of this famously elusive writer has remained a mystery.
For Beautiful Shadow, the first biography of Highsmith, British journalist Andrew Wilson mined the vast archive of diaries, notebooks,...
For Beautiful Shadow, the first biography of Highsmith, British journalist Andrew Wilson mined the vast archive of diaries, notebooks,...
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Scientists have a reputation for being focused on their work—and maybe even dull. But take another look. Did you know that it's believed Galileo was scolded by the Roman Inquisition for sassing his mom? That Isaac Newton loved to examine soap bubbles? That Albert Einstein loved to collect joke books, and that geneticist Barbara McClintock wore a Groucho Marx disguise in public? With juicy tidbits about everything from favorite foods to first
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Nine Lives Of volume 1
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Comedy's truth-teller, Dave Chappelle went from star to recluse and back. Unfazed by controversy, he's unapologetically tackled hot button issues to remain a cultural force.
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Nine Lives Of volume 6
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Starting as a child prodigy golfer, Tiger Woods tore up his life, body, and romantic relationships on the way to become golf's GOAT.
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Nine Lives Of volume 4
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From reality TV trailblazer to activist, Paris Hilton rewrote her life story from tabloid punchline to a voice for the silent--proving that she's more than just her last name.
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Nine Lives Of volume 9
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From a joke man to the voice of the UFC, Joe Rogan turned an inquisitive mind and a fascination with conspiracy theories into the most lucrative podcast deal of all time.
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Nine Lives Of volume 5
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The kids show icon lost it all when he was caught in a compromising position. But with a streaming comeback and a legend that will never die, Paul Reubens got the last laugh.
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Nine Lives Of volume 2
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Arnold Schwarzenegger harnessed his relentless drive to transcend multiple scandals and secure his place as an indelible icon of American culture.
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Nine Lives Of volume 7
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Bad boy actor Johnny Depp, famous for throwing punches, overcame the spotlight of the biggest celebrity trials of the decade to live on and act another day.
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Nine Lives Of volume 10
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From crude animation to a near-billion dollar deal, South Park crossed every line of good taste to stay relevant in the era of cancel culture.
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Nine Lives Of volume 8
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Hulk Hogan body-slammed his way to fame and into our hearts, but when scandals derailed all he built, Hogan proved his brand is as enduring as his iconic biceps.
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Nine Lives Of volume 3
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Howard Stern's transformation from raunchy shock jock to therapy-loving recluse is one of the most incredible tales of reinvention and redemption in media history.
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Lives of the Saints volume 1
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Vittorio Innocente, a young man, estranged from the tragedies of his Italian immigrant family, has spent his adult life denying his past. When his estranged father starts to stalk Vittorio's sister, Rita, with murderous intent, Vittorio is moved to return to his family and uncover the decades-old secrets that have torn his family apart.
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Lives of the Saints volume 3
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Vittorio Innocente, a young man, estranged from the tragedies of his Italian immigrant family, has spent his adult life denying his past. When his estranged father starts to stalk Vittorio's sister, Rita, with murderous intent, Vittorio is moved to return to his family and uncover the decades-old secrets that have torn his family apart.
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Lives of the Saints volume 2
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Vittorio Innocente, a young man, estranged from the tragedies of his Italian immigrant family, has spent his adult life denying his past. When his estranged father starts to stalk Vittorio's sister, Rita, with murderous intent, Vittorio is moved to return to his family and uncover the decades-old secrets that have torn his family apart.
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