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  • Heroes & Villains - Martin Luther King

    Michael V. Uschan

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Oct. 31, 2003)
    Martin Luther King was one of the 20th century's most inspiring and influential figures. King helped ignite and then led the African-American Civil Rights movement that began in the 1950s. He utilized tactics of nonviolence, including peaceful protests, to fight racism and win new freedom for African-Americans.

  • Brian Urlacher

    Michael V Uschan

    Library Binding (Mason Crest Publishers, Oct. 1, 2008)
    Brian Urlacher is a linebacker for the Chicago Bears. He is one of the finest players in the NFL. In addition to being big and strong, Brian is blessed with speed and quick reflexes, which help him tackle runners and swat down passes. His intelligence also gives him a sense of what the other team is doing as a play is unfolding.
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  • Irish Americans

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 1, 2006)
    Describes why many Irish immigrated to the United States and how they overcame prejudice to succeed in all avenues of society.
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  • Sarah Palin

    Michael V. Uschan

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Oct. 3, 2011)
    This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today's most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; ; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well
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  • People in the News - Tiger Woods

    Michael V. Uschan

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, March 1, 1999)
    Tiger Woods has captured the hearts of millions of people around the world. This new title traces his single-minded quest to conquer his sport.

  • The Transcontinental Railroad

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Discusses the history of railroads in the United States, focusing on the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad.
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  • Seeds of a Nation - Wisconsin

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding (KidHaven Press, March 5, 2003)
    This important industrial state, known for its scenic lakes and forests, reflects the many Native American cultures and immigrant groups who have made their homes there. A thriving fur trade attracted the first settlers. Later settlers were lured by rich mining deposits and the chance to buy land for farming.
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  • Thomas Jefferson

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Jan. 1, 2003)
    An overview of the life of Thomas Jefferson, from his early years on a plantation in Virginia through his education and political career to his role in the American Revolution and years as president.
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  • The Cold War: Political Leaders

    Michael V. Uschan

    Hardcover (Lucent, Aug. 23, 2002)
    Discusses the political climate, leaders, and ideology that led to the Cold War.

  • Lexington and Concord

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Describes the first battles of the Revolutionary War, their causes, and consequences.
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  • The Scopes "Monkey" Trial

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, July 1, 2004)
    Describes the famous 1925 courtroom showdown of William Jennings Bryan and Clarence Darrow over the teaching of evolution in public schools, including the events leading up to it and how the issue continues to generate news.
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  • The Battle of the Little Bighorn

    Michael V. Uschan

    Library Binding
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