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Books with author Karen Bornemann Spies

  • The Iliad and the Odyssey in Greek Mythology

    Karen Bornemann Spies, Homer

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 2002)
    A retelling of the events of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus based on Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Includes explantory notes and review questions.
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  • Everything You Need to Know About Incest

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Aug. 1, 1997)
    Discusses incest, what it is, where and whom to turn to, and how to seek help
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  • Heroes in Greek Mythology Rock!

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Paperback (Enslow Publishers, Oct. 1, 2011)
    From mere mortals facing the gods, to brave men and women taking on the most difficult of challenges, Greek mythology is full of exciting and dangerous adventure. These myths reflect the actions, problems, and feelings that are common to all human beings. In HEROES IN GREEK MYTHOLOGY ROCK!, author Karen Bomemann Spies concentrates on the most well-known of the heroes, including Heracles, Atalanta, and Jason and the Argonauts. She explores the relationship between ancient Greek hero myths and modern-day fairy tales. Expert commentary and question-and-answer sections supplement each story.
  • Family Activities for the Christmas Season

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Paperback (Standard Pub, June 1, 1989)
    A collection of stories, scriptures, songs, craft projects, and recipes for use during the Christmas season.
  • Buffalo Bill Cody: Western Legend

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, April 1, 1998)
    Traces the life of the legendary frontiersman, from his childhood in the Kansas Territory, through his years of adventure as military scout, Pony Express rider, and buffalo hunter, to his creation of his Wild West Show
  • Buffalo Bill Cody: Legend of the Wild West

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Paperback (Enslow Publishers, Jan. 1, 2015)
    The life of William Frederick "Buffalo Bill" Cody is part of the legend of the American West. This book traces his life from his youth in Kansas, through his careers as a Pony Express rider and military scout, to his creation of the traveling Wild West show. It explores the myths that surround Buffalo Bill as a memorable figure in the development of the western United States.
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 1, 1999)
    A biography of the thirty-second president of the United States, the only man to be elected president four times
  • Pan Am Flight 103: Terrorism over Lockerbie

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Provides an account of the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, en route from London's Heathrow Airport to New York City, which occurred over Lockerbie, Scotland, in December of 1988 and claimed nearly three hundred lives.
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  • Mythology of the Iliad and the Odyssey

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Follow Odysseus as he hides in the Trojan horse and retakes Troy, fights the Cyclops, or fights enslavement by the sorceress Circe. In MYTHOLOGY OF THE ILIAD AND THE ODYSSEY, author Karen Bornemann Spies details the heroic adventures in both the Iliad and the Odyssey, and includes informative interpretation and expert commentary, as well as a Question and Answer section. This book is developed from THE ILIAD AND THE ODYSSEY IN GREEK MYTHOLOGY to allow republication of the original text into ebook, paperback, and trade editions.
  • John F. Kennedy

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Dec. 1, 1999)
    Examines the military service, family life, political career, assassination, and legacy of the thirty-fifth president of the United States
  • Heroes in Greek Mythology

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Presents various Greek hereos, including Heracles, Atalanta, and Perseus and the Gorgon Medusa and how they reflect feelings and problems relevant to most people.
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  • Mythology of the Iliad and the Odyssey

    Karen Bornemann Spies

    Paperback (Enslow Pub Inc, Sept. 1, 2014)
    A retelling of the events of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus based on Homer's Iliad and Odyssey.
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