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A Young People’s History of the United States, Vol. 1: Columbus to the Robber Barons

admin — Wed, 06 May 2009 16:29:47 +0000

Praise for A People’s History of the United States:

“Professor Zinn writes with an enthusiasm rarely encountered in the leaden prose of academic history, and his text is studded with telling quotations from labor leaders, war resisters and fugitive slaves. There are vivid descriptions of events that are usually ignored.”-Eric Foner, The New York Times Book Review

Howard Zinn’s first book for young adults is a retelling of US history from the viewpoints of slaves, workers, immigrants, women, and Native Americans with color images, a glossary, and primary sources. Volume one begins with a look at Christopher Columbus’ arrival through the eyes of the Arawak Indians and leads the reader through the strikes and rebellions of the industrial age.

A Young People’s History of the United States, Vol. 2: The Spanish-American War to the War on Terror

jen — Wed, 06 May 2009 16:34:23 +0000

In volume two, Howard Zinn’s lively, clear prose guides the reader through the wars and revolutions of the twentieth century. Zinn continues his retelling up to the policies and resistances that have characterized the war on terror and that shape the United States of America today. Includes a final chapter updating our country’s history to … Continue reading →

Kids Are Americans Too

admin — Sat, 28 Oct 2006 02:13:08 +0000

New York Times bestselling author Bill O’Reilly has zero-tolerance for pin heads and the ultimate respect for smart operators. Among the smartest operators in American history, of course, were our founding fathers — the authors of our constitution, including the amendments known as the Bill of Rights. These were scrappy guys who really cared about individual freedoms as their in-your-face warning to potential tyrants prove. They’re the kind of guys Bill O’Reilly can really relate to. The kind of guys Bill knows kids can relate to, too.

In his latest book for young people, O’Reilly — an award-winning broadcast news journalist, husband, father of two and author of the number one best-selling book of non-fiction for kids in 2005 — writes clearly about the fine lines between a kid’s liberties and responsibilities, delves into contemporary court cases which are helping to redefine kids’ rights today, and proves by example how to be an advocate for one’s own rights no matter how old one is.

With examples from real-life reporting backed up by some of the best news researchers in the business, he explores thorny issues involving the internet, from sophisticated financial scams, personal libel, safety and privacy to potential identity theft. Tackling such questions as Can a kid wear an anti-gay T-shirt on campus?, Can the cops force open a student’s locker?, Does a school newspaper have a right to badmouth the principle?, Does a mother have the right to eavesdrop on her daughter’s telephone conversations?, Can a parent force his or her child to worship in a certain religion?, or Can a kid do whatever she wants with an inheritance from a grandparent?, Bill does what Bill does best. He surprises us, but most of all he provokes, he prods, he probes, he provides the facts and ultimately he makes us think for ourselves.

This is a book about learning to respect other people’s rights as well as about understanding and protecting one’s own rights. It’s the perfect gift to give to a loved one on the brink of young adulthood so they know what to expect, as well as what’s expected of them.

Officer Buckle and Gloria

admin — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 22:10:39 +0000

Officer Buckle knows more about safety than anyone else in Napville, but his dull presentations put his audiences to sleep. Enter Gloria, Napville’s new police dog. Gloria knows just how to liven up the safety speeches–as long as Officer Buckle’s back is turned!