Author: Lin Oliver
Publisher: Friedman/Fairfax Publishing
ISBN: 9781567998672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this series, young readers join Tuck and Billie Holden and their Jack Russell terrier Chief as the trio crosses the country from California to New York in one legendary train after another. Full color.
The President Express
Author: Lin Oliver
Publisher: Friedman/Fairfax Publishing
ISBN: 9781567998672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this series, young readers join Tuck and Billie Holden and their Jack Russell terrier Chief as the trio crosses the country from California to New York in one legendary train after another. Full color.
Publisher: Friedman/Fairfax Publishing
ISBN: 9781567998672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this series, young readers join Tuck and Billie Holden and their Jack Russell terrier Chief as the trio crosses the country from California to New York in one legendary train after another. Full color.
Empire Express
Author: David Haward Bain
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101658045
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1432
Book Description
After the Civil War, the building of the transcontinental railroad was the nineteenth century's most transformative event. Beginning in 1842 with a visionary's dream to span the continent with twin bands of iron, Empire Express captures three dramatic decades in which the United States effectively doubled in size, fought three wars, and began to discover a new national identity. From self--made entrepreneurs such as the Union Pacific's Thomas Durant and era--defining figures such as President Lincoln to the thousands of laborers whose backbreaking work made the railroad possible, this extraordinary narrative summons an astonishing array of voices to give new dimension not only to this epic endeavor but also to the culture, political struggles, and social conflicts of an unforgettable period in American history.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101658045
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1432
Book Description
After the Civil War, the building of the transcontinental railroad was the nineteenth century's most transformative event. Beginning in 1842 with a visionary's dream to span the continent with twin bands of iron, Empire Express captures three dramatic decades in which the United States effectively doubled in size, fought three wars, and began to discover a new national identity. From self--made entrepreneurs such as the Union Pacific's Thomas Durant and era--defining figures such as President Lincoln to the thousands of laborers whose backbreaking work made the railroad possible, this extraordinary narrative summons an astonishing array of voices to give new dimension not only to this epic endeavor but also to the culture, political struggles, and social conflicts of an unforgettable period in American history.
The World's Poorest President Speaks Out
Author: Kusaba Yoshimi
Publisher: Enchanted Lion Books
ISBN: 9781592702893
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
"President José Mujica of Uruguay's 2012 speech on climate change delivered to the United Nations"--
Publisher: Enchanted Lion Books
ISBN: 9781592702893
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
"President José Mujica of Uruguay's 2012 speech on climate change delivered to the United Nations"--
The Socrates Express
Author: Eric Weiner
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501129031
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
The New York Times bestselling author of The Geography of Bliss embarks on a rollicking intellectual journey, following in the footsteps of history’s greatest thinkers and showing us how each—from Epicurus to Gandhi, Thoreau to Beauvoir—offers practical and spiritual lessons for today’s unsettled times. We turn to philosophy for the same reasons we travel: to see the world from a different perspective, to unearth hidden beauty, and to find new ways of being. We want to learn how to embrace wonder. Face regrets. Sustain hope. Eric Weiner combines his twin passions for philosophy and travel in a globe-trotting pilgrimage that uncovers surprising life lessons from great thinkers around the world, from Rousseau to Nietzsche, Confucius to Simone Weil. Traveling by train (the most thoughtful mode of transport), he journeys thousands of miles, making stops in Athens, Delhi, Wyoming, Coney Island, Frankfurt, and points in between to reconnect with philosophy’s original purpose: teaching us how to lead wiser, more meaningful lives. From Socrates and ancient Athens to Beauvoir and 20th-century Paris, Weiner’s chosen philosophers and places provide important practical and spiritual lessons as we navigate today’s chaotic times. In a “delightful” odyssey that “will take you places intellectually and humorously” (San Francisco Book Review), Weiner invites us to voyage alongside him on his life-changing pursuit of wisdom and discovery as he attempts to find answers to our most vital questions. The Socrates Express is “full of valuable lessons…a fun, sharp book that draws readers in with its apparent simplicity and bubble-gum philosophy approach and gradually pulls them in deeper and deeper” (NPR).
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501129031
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
The New York Times bestselling author of The Geography of Bliss embarks on a rollicking intellectual journey, following in the footsteps of history’s greatest thinkers and showing us how each—from Epicurus to Gandhi, Thoreau to Beauvoir—offers practical and spiritual lessons for today’s unsettled times. We turn to philosophy for the same reasons we travel: to see the world from a different perspective, to unearth hidden beauty, and to find new ways of being. We want to learn how to embrace wonder. Face regrets. Sustain hope. Eric Weiner combines his twin passions for philosophy and travel in a globe-trotting pilgrimage that uncovers surprising life lessons from great thinkers around the world, from Rousseau to Nietzsche, Confucius to Simone Weil. Traveling by train (the most thoughtful mode of transport), he journeys thousands of miles, making stops in Athens, Delhi, Wyoming, Coney Island, Frankfurt, and points in between to reconnect with philosophy’s original purpose: teaching us how to lead wiser, more meaningful lives. From Socrates and ancient Athens to Beauvoir and 20th-century Paris, Weiner’s chosen philosophers and places provide important practical and spiritual lessons as we navigate today’s chaotic times. In a “delightful” odyssey that “will take you places intellectually and humorously” (San Francisco Book Review), Weiner invites us to voyage alongside him on his life-changing pursuit of wisdom and discovery as he attempts to find answers to our most vital questions. The Socrates Express is “full of valuable lessons…a fun, sharp book that draws readers in with its apparent simplicity and bubble-gum philosophy approach and gradually pulls them in deeper and deeper” (NPR).
The President of the Jungle
Author: André Rodrigues
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1984814753
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 23
Book Description
In this fabulous and funny introduction to how elections work, the animals decide they are tired of their king and that it is time to vote for a president. Lion may be King of the jungle, but lately he only seems to care about himself. His subjects are fed up, so they decide to try something new--hold an election! Once Owl explains the rules, the fun begins, and Snake, Sloth, and Monkey all announce they will be candidates. But oh no, Lion is going to run too! It's a wild campaign season as the animals hold rallies, debate, and even take a selfie or two, trying to prove why they'd make the best president of the jungle. This funny, non-partisan story features lively illustrations, a helpful glossary, and colorful characters who have an infectious enthusiasm for the election process.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1984814753
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 23
Book Description
In this fabulous and funny introduction to how elections work, the animals decide they are tired of their king and that it is time to vote for a president. Lion may be King of the jungle, but lately he only seems to care about himself. His subjects are fed up, so they decide to try something new--hold an election! Once Owl explains the rules, the fun begins, and Snake, Sloth, and Monkey all announce they will be candidates. But oh no, Lion is going to run too! It's a wild campaign season as the animals hold rallies, debate, and even take a selfie or two, trying to prove why they'd make the best president of the jungle. This funny, non-partisan story features lively illustrations, a helpful glossary, and colorful characters who have an infectious enthusiasm for the election process.
Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 1208
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 1208
Book Description
Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States
Author: United States. President
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Presidents
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
"Containing the public messages, speeches, and statements of the President", 1956-1992.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Presidents
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
"Containing the public messages, speeches, and statements of the President", 1956-1992.
Hearings
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1266
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1266
Book Description
Our American Government
Author:
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Category : Federal government
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Federal government
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Hearings
Author: United States. Congress Senate
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 2550
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 2550
Book Description