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Enduring Vietnam

An American Generation and Its War

By: James Wright

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Enduring Vietnam

An American Generation and Its War

By: James Wright

A history of the American War in Vietnam that provides a rich overview of that war and an evocative reminder of the human faces of the generation who served. The Vietnam War is largely recalled as a mistake, either in the decision to engage there or in the nature of the engagement. Or both. Veterans of the war remain largely anonymous figures, accomplices in the mistake. Critically recounting the steps that led to the war, this book does not excuse the mistakes, but it brings those who served out of the shadows. Enduring Vietnam recounts the experiences of the young Americans who fought in Vietnam and of families who grieved those who did not return. By 1969 nearly half of the junior enlisted men who died in Vietnam were draftees. And their median age was 21—among the non-draftees it was only 20. The book describes the “baby boomers” growing up in the 1950s, why they went into the military, what they thought of the war, and what it was like to serve in “Nam.” And to come home. With a rich narrative of the Battle for “Hamburger Hill,” and through substantial interviews with those who served, the book depicts the cruelty of this war, and its quiet acts of courage. James Wright's Enduring Vietnam provides an important dimension to the profile of an American generation—and a rich account of an American War.

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346

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Macmillan

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1250092493

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9781250092496

Attitudes Aren't Free

Thinking Deeply About Diversity in the U.S. Armed Forces

By: James E. Parco,David A. Levy

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Attitudes Aren't Free

Thinking Deeply About Diversity in the U.S. Armed Forces

By: James E. Parco,David A. Levy

Attitudes Aren't Free offers a framework for improving policy in the areas of religious expression, open homosexuality, race, gender, ethics, and other current issues affecting military members. Parco and Levy provide us with a unique and robust discussion of divisive topics that everyone thinks about serving our nation - in and out of uniform - becoeme intimately familiar with this book."--P. [4] of cover.

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557

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Enso Books

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1585662046

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9781585662043

Drinking Water

A History

By: James Salzman

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Drinking Water

A History

By: James Salzman

An in-depth look at the changing approaches that environmentalists, governments, and the open market have taken to water through the lens of world history. When we turn on the tap or twist open a tall plastic bottle, we probably don’t give a second thought about where our drinking water comes from. But how it gets from the ground to the glass is far more convoluted than we might think. In this revised edition of Drinking Water, Duke University professor and environmental policy expert James Salzman shows how drinking water highlights the most pressing issues of our time. He adds eye-opening, contemporary examples about our relationship to and consumption of water, and a new chapter about the atrocities that occurred in Flint, Michigan. Provocative, insightful, and engaging, Drinking Water shows just how complex a simple glass of water can be. “A surprising, delightful, fact-filled book.” —Jared Diamond, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Guns, Germs, and Steel “Instead of buying your next twelve-pack of bottled water, buy this fascinating account of all the people who spent their lives making sure you’d have clean, safe drinking water every time you turned on the tap.” —Bill McKibben, author of Earth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet “Drinking Water effortlessly guides us through a fascinating world we never consider. Even for people who think they know water, there is a surprise on almost every page.” —Charles Fishman, bestselling author of The Big Thirst and The Wal-Mart Effect “Salzman puts a needed spotlight on an often overlooked but critical social, economic, and political resource.” —Publishers Weekly

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269

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Abrams

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ISBN 10

1468306758

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9781468306750

The Big Book of Tricks and Magic

By: James R. Blackman

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The Big Book of Tricks and Magic

By: James R. Blackman

Presents 40 tricks which can be performed with simple materials such as coins, matches, and water glasses.

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Random House Trade

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0394841557

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9780394841557

Raptors of the World

By: James Ferguson-Lees,David A. Christie

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Raptors of the World

By: James Ferguson-Lees,David A. Christie

Plates 1-3 illustrate representatives, in flight, of all 78 genera, grouped by size and zoogeographical regions.".

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1002

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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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0618127623

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9780618127627

The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 1999

By: James Beckett

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The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 1999

By: James Beckett

Basketball is bigger than ever -- and so is the demand for basketball cards. Written by the world's leading expert on sports card collecting, Dr. James Beckett, "The Official Price Guide To Basketball Cards" slam-dunks the competition.Here are complete listings of every card issued from 1948 to 1998, featuring such series as Collector's Choice, Finest, Flair, Fleer, Hoops, Metal Universe, Skybox, SP, SPX, Stadium Club, Star, Topps, Ultra, and Upper Deck.Both individual cards and sets are covered, and they are identified by year, manufacturer, size, format, team, and player. Prices are included for two condition grades, and there are such special features as tips on buying, selling, collecting, and proper card care ... history of basketball cards with fascinating stories from the early issues to today's high-tech versions ... complete illustrations throughout that make identification easy -- and much, much more.

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420

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House of Collectibles

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ISBN 10

0676601472

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9780676601473

The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 2003

By: James Beckett

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The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 2003

By: James Beckett

A perennial must-have for basketball card collectors and avid fans, the latest installment of The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards lists more than 50,000 prices for cards issued from 1948 to the present. The book includes cards from all major manufacturers, including Fleer, Topps, Upper Deck, and Hoops. All cards are identified by year, manufacturer, size, format, team, and player. Collectors will also find valuable tips on buying, selling, caring for, and storing their cards.

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296

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House of Collectibles

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0609809849

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9780609809846

Beckett Basketball Card Price Guide

By: Beckett Publications,James Beckett

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Beckett Basketball Card Price Guide

By: Beckett Publications,James Beckett

More than 2,750 card sets are listed in this popular book. It's the most comprehensive basketball card source ever! Includes complete coverage of cards and collectibles from 1933 to present. Features how-to-collect guide, history of basketball cards and much more.

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506

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Beckett Publications

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1930692137

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9781930692138

Book's by James R. Blackman

Enduring Vietnam

Enduring Vietnam

Attitudes Aren't Free

Attitudes Aren't Free

Drinking Water

Drinking Water

The Big Book of Tricks and Magic

The Big Book of Tricks and Magic

Raptors of the World

Raptors of the World

The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 1999

The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 1999

The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 2003

The Official Price Guide to Basketball Cards 2003

Beckett Basketball Card Price Guide

Beckett Basketball Card Price Guide

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