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American Dreams

By: John Jakes

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From America's master storyteller and writer of historical fiction comes the epic story of the Crown family--first introduced in the New York Times bestseller Homeland. As the second generation comes of age, the Crowns strive to find theirplace in a turbulent America which stands at the dawn of a new century. From thespeedways of Detroit to the unbridled glamour of a young Hollywood, to the daringheights of early aviation--theirs is a story of passion and adventure, glory, andambition, with all the wonder, promise, and splendor of...American Dreams.

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564

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Penguin

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1101209186

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9781101209189

A Game of Spies

By: John Altman

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A Game of Spies

By: John Altman

A deadly web of deceit ensnares two spies with a complicated personal history in this electrifying tale of World War II Eva Bernhardt was a naive twenty-year-old when the rakish spymaster William Hobbs seduced her into working for the British secret service. Now, a year later, she is a tough and cynical operative stationed in Berlin, her hatred of the Nazis matched only by her distrust of the man who abandoned her to the whims of MI6. Tasked with discovering Hitler’s plans for invading France, Eva unearths what appears to be a vital piece of information. What she doesn’t realize is that the Germans know she is a spy and are using her to mislead the Allies. It is up to Hobbs to rescue Eva and prevent a military disaster. Standing in his way are her seething resentment and two of the Gestapo’s most sinister agents. From one astonishing plot twist to the next, A Game of Spies is a riveting story of cloak-and-dagger intrigue in the tradition of Eric Ambler and John le Carré.

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202

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Open Road Media

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1497672724

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9781497672727

Thunder at Sunrise

A History of the Vanderbilt Cup, the Grand Prize and the Indianapolis 500, 1904-1916

By: John M. Burns

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Thunder at Sunrise

A History of the Vanderbilt Cup, the Grand Prize and the Indianapolis 500, 1904-1916

By: John M. Burns

Concentrating on the years between 1904 and 1916 and featuring a wealth of photographs, this book examines America's first three races of international stature: the Vanderbilt Cup, the International Grand Prize and the Indianapolis 500. Researched in great part from contemporary sources such as newspapers and automotive journals, the book covers not only these races, but also the ways in which each spurred development of the American automobile industry, making it at last a true competitor for that of Europe.

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390

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McFarland

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1476606994

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9781476606996

The Automobile and American Life, 2d ed.

By: John Heitmann

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The Automobile and American Life, 2d ed.

By: John Heitmann

Now revised and updated, this book tells the story of how the automobile transformed American life and how automotive design and technology have changed over time. It details cars' inception as a mechanical curiosity and later a plaything for the wealthy; racing and the promotion of the industry; Henry Ford and the advent of mass production; market competition during the 1920s; the development of roads and accompanying highway culture; the effects of the Great Depression and World War II; the automotive Golden Age of the 1950s; oil crises and the turbulent 1970s; the decline and then resurgence of the Big Three; and how American car culture has been represented in film, music and literature. Updated notes and a select bibliography serve as valuable resources to those interested in automotive history.

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292

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McFarland

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147666935X

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9781476669359

Chardonnay and Friends

Varietal Wines of British Columbia

By: John Schreiner

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Chardonnay and Friends

Varietal Wines of British Columbia

By: John Schreiner

This is exactly the tool that wine lovers need to explore the mainstream varieties like Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot as well as hidden treasures such as Auxerrois, Ehrenfelser, Pinotage and Sovereign Opal. Schreiner describes the origin of the grape varieties, the taste of the wines, and makes recommendations for food pairing. Chardonnay and Friends also includes a refreshing guide to efficient winery touring, with wineries grouped into ideal one-day tours. Whether you are visiting wineries or just shopping at your local liquor store, this book will make it easier to select the right wines for your taste and your table.

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228

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Heritage House Publishing Co

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1551431033

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9781551431031

Singing Archaeology

Philip Glass's Akhnaten

By: John Richardson

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Singing Archaeology

Philip Glass's Akhnaten

By: John Richardson

Illuminates the aesthetics of a major American composer.

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320

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Wesleyan University Press

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0819563420

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9780819563422

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American Dreams

American Dreams

A Game of Spies

A Game of Spies

Thunder at Sunrise

Thunder at Sunrise

The Automobile and American Life, 2d ed.

The Automobile and American Life, 2d ed.

Chardonnay and Friends

Chardonnay and Friends

Singing Archaeology

Singing Archaeology

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