Michael Burgan
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"Bruce Wayne, a wealthy American philanthropist and business owner, and Batman, his crime-fighting alter ego, have been entertaining audiences since 1939. The character was so popular after appearing in Detective Comics that DC Comics decided to give Batman a comic book of his own. In doing so, they created one of the company's most successful franchises. Author Michael Burgan details the history of Batman--from his tragic origin story and his infamous...
2) New Mexico
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English
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Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of New Mexico.
8) Rhode Island
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Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of Rhode Island.
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On a business trip to Transylvania, Jonathan Harker stays at an eerie castle owned by a man named Count Dracula. When strange things start to happen, Harker investigates and finds the Count sleeping in a coffin! Harker isn't safe, and when the Count escapes to London, neither are his friends.
13) The Beatles
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English
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The story of the highly celebrated and influential English rock group and their music.
14) Teens in Israel
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English
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This book describes the teens in Israel, whose families' faith and ethnic background play a large role in determining the kind of education they receive and what they will do as adults.
15) Henry Ford
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English
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A biography of the man responsible for mass producing the automobile in the early part of the twentieth century.
16) Afghanistan
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English
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Provides the most current information on the people, culture, and conflicts of Afghanistan.