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Remembering Lucile

A Virginia Family's Rise from Slavery and a Legacy Forged a Mile High

By: Polly E. Bugros McLean

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Remembering Lucile

A Virginia Family's Rise from Slavery and a Legacy Forged a Mile High

By: Polly E. Bugros McLean

In 1918 Lucile Berkeley Buchanan Jones received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado, becoming its first female African American graduate (though she was not allowed to "walk" at graduation, nor is she pictured in the 1918 CU yearbook). In Remembering Lucile, author Polly McLean depicts the rise of the African American middle class through the historical journey of Lucile and her family from slavery in northern Virginia to life in the American West, using their personal story as a lens through which to examine the greater experience of middle-class Blacks in the early twentieth century. The first-born daughter of emancipated slaves, Lucile refused to be defined by the racist and sexist climate of her times, settling on a career path in teaching that required great courage in the face of pernicious Jim Crow laws. Embracing her sister’s dream for higher education and W. E. B. Du Bois’s ideology, she placed education and intelligence at the forefront of her life, teaching in places where she could most benefit African American students. Over her 105 years she was an eyewitness to spectacular, inspiring, and tragic moments in American history, including horrific lynchings and systemic racism in housing and business opportunities, as well as the success of women's suffrage and Black-owned businesses and educational institutions. Remembering Lucile employs a unique blend of Black feminist historiography and wider discussions of race, gender, class, religion, politics, and education to illuminate major events in African American history and culture, as well as the history of the University of Colorado and its relationship to Black students and alumni, as it has evolved from institutional racism to welcoming acceptance. This extensive biography paints a vivid picture of a strong, extraordinary Black woman who witnessed an extraordinary time in America and rectifies her omission from CU’s institutional history. The book fills an important gap in the literature of the history of Blacks in the Rocky Mountain region and will be of significance to anyone interested in American history. Media: Denver Post Daily Camera Colorado Arts & Sciences Magazine

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University Press of Colorado

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1607328259

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9781607328254

The Quotable Southerner

Centuries of Wit and Wisdom

By: Polly Powers Stramm

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The Quotable Southerner

Centuries of Wit and Wisdom

By: Polly Powers Stramm

Southerners have always had something to say. Focusing on the unique qualities of both the landscape and people, Quotable Southerner showcases the linguistic insight of the region’s native and adopted sons and daughters. Sometimes insightful, sometimes hilarious, these quotes will have readers smiling, laughing, and shaking their heads.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1493045407

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9781493045402

English Presbyterianism, 1590-1640

By: Polly Ha

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English Presbyterianism, 1590-1640

By: Polly Ha

Drawing on hitherto unexamined manuscripts, this book challenges the standard narrative that English presbyterianism was successfully extinguished from the late sixteenth century until its prominent public resurgence during the English Civil War.

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321

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Stanford University Press

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0804759871

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9780804759878

Dry Grain Farming Families

Hausalund (Nigeria) and Karnataka (India) Compared

By: Polly Hill

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Dry Grain Farming Families

Hausalund (Nigeria) and Karnataka (India) Compared

By: Polly Hill

This book represents a radical assault on prevailing orthodoxy of the study of economic features of rural tropical economies:

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342

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Cambridge University Press

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0521271029

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9780521271028

Rural Hausa

A Village and a Setting

By: Polly Hill

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Rural Hausa

A Village and a Setting

By: Polly Hill

Study with special reference to the village of Batagarawa.

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402

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Cambridge University Press

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0521082420

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Character Development Through Risks & Survival to Meet Marriage Crisis

By: Polly Winner

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Character Development Through Risks & Survival to Meet Marriage Crisis

By: Polly Winner

This narrative is the life's story of a young girl who dreamed big of a wonderful marriage. A drastic end to her dream came after forty three years as a result of her mate's accumulated harbored resentments. A lack of forgiveness lead to stress which accelerated his depressed state It demonstrates how a person's "Character House" is developed over the span of life without the individual's awareness. What a person is inside and not what is displayed on the outside is the main source of strength to face the difficulties of life including marriage. The story demonstrates how both "Character House's evolved and how one was confident and was a survivor. The other turned difficulties into stress and depression. Counseling did not work as the emphasis was on changing the other mate and not self. Carrying stress for long periods increased to the point of despair. The crisis came with it's drastic affects on the marriage union. The author hopes the aspects covered in the book will help the reader to avoid the snares that trip up the lives of a couple. It is based on scattered, true events with names and pictures changed for privacy reasons. Having a steady focus and good character materials was vital for her survival. Her character developed in observing her family overcome and her own victory over the many tough places in life. If marriage is contemplated, hopefully careful attention will be given to the serious decision. Careful observation of the other's reactions to stress and difficulties might be a clue in what the future would hold. Above all, keep a good compass to stay fortified for future challenges.. Prayer to a Christian compares to the root system of a tree. It helps the person stand, live, and grow. God turned her weakness and inadequacies into strength in finding resolutions to her despair. Prayer was the bridge between panic and peace as the crisis came.

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114

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Xlibris Corporation

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1483637549

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9781483637549

Development Economics on Trial

The Anthropological Case for a Prosecution

By: Polly Hill

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Development Economics on Trial

The Anthropological Case for a Prosecution

By: Polly Hill

This book examines the gulf that separates development economics from economic anthorpology.

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220

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Cambridge University Press

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0521310962

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9780521310963

Quizzes for 220 Great Children's Books

The Quest Motivational Reading Program

By: Polly Jeanne Wickstrom

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Quizzes for 220 Great Children's Books

The Quest Motivational Reading Program

By: Polly Jeanne Wickstrom

Want a quick way to check to see whether a student has read a book? This is it. Quizzes contains objective reproducible tests for well-known children's books, all of which are likely to be found in school and public libraries. Titles include award winners and runners-up; classics; popular books; and books by such children's authors as Cleary, Fox, and Norton. With a new organization and layout, this revised edition offers users an improved and more durable resource. Flexible and convenient, the reproducible tests are great for helping track independent reading programs.

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320

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313080364

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9780313080364

Iowa

By: Polly Alison Morrice,Joyce Hart

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Iowa

By: Polly Alison Morrice,Joyce Hart

This book provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Iowa.

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148

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Marshall Cavendish

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0761423508

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9780761423508

A Nation of Refugees

Russia's Jews in World War I

By: Assistant Professor of History and Jewish Studies Polly Zavadivker,Polly Zavadivker

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A Nation of Refugees

Russia's Jews in World War I

By: Assistant Professor of History and Jewish Studies Polly Zavadivker,Polly Zavadivker

Though the Holocaust has been documented in depth, historians and the public know very little about the experience of Eastern European Jews during the preceding world war. A Nation of Refugees tells the story of how ordinary Jewish people in the Russian Empire survived World War I as refugees and civilians. It focuses on the resilience and organized campaigns of humanitarian war relief that countered violence and victimization. Above all, it captures the voices and experiences of refugees at a time of upheaval and war through first-hand accounts.

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Oxford University Press

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0197629350

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9780197629352

Gender Inequalities in Rural European Communities During 19th and Early 20th Century

A Historical Perspective

By: Polly Thanailaki

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Gender Inequalities in Rural European Communities During 19th and Early 20th Century

A Historical Perspective

By: Polly Thanailaki

This book provides an overview of women’s opportunities for schooling, their social activities, and the social biases they faced in rural communities in Greece, Italy and parts of the Balkans during the 19th and early 20th century. It examines such topics as female illiteracy, the efforts of women-protestant missionaries to expand knowledge through Protestantism, the prejudice against education for women, the socio-economic context, the roles women fulfilled, and the structure of the patriarchal family. The book approaches these issues from the perspective of pedagogy and social history. The fundamental questions discussed by the book are: How was female education viewed by the country folk? What was the role of women in the private and the public sphere? How did peasant women respond to the challenges of the ‘modern’ world? Were they free to express their feelings and ambitions? In what way? Were they happy?

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174

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Springer

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3319752359

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Plagues in the Nation

How Epidemics Shaped America

By: Polly J. Price

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Plagues in the Nation

How Epidemics Shaped America

By: Polly J. Price

An expert legal review of the US government’s response to epidemics through history—with larger conclusions about COVID-19, and reforms needed for the next plague In this narrative history of the US through major outbreaks of contagious disease, from yellow fever to the Spanish flu, from HIV/AIDS to Ebola, Polly J. Price examines how law and government affected the outcome of epidemics—and how those outbreaks in turn shaped our government. Price presents a fascinating history that has never been fully explored and draws larger conclusions about the gaps in our governmental and legal response. Plagues in the Nation examines how our country learned—and failed to learn—how to address the panic, conflict, and chaos that are the companions of contagion, what policies failed America again and again, and what we must do better next time.

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Beacon Press

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0807043494

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9780807043493

Studies in Rural Capitalism in West Africa

By: Polly Hill

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Studies in Rural Capitalism in West Africa

By: Polly Hill

Study of rural area economic structures and mechanisms in West Africa, with particular reference to ownership and capitalist entrepreneurship among indigenous peoples in Ghana and Nigeria - covers economic implications and social implications of marketing activities connected with agriculture, animal production and fishery. Bibliography pp. 160 to 165, maps and statistical tables.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521076226

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9780521076227

Peer Coaching at Work

Principles and Practices

By: Polly Parker,Douglas T. (Tim) Hall,Kathy E. Kram,Ilene C. Wasserman

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Peer Coaching at Work

Principles and Practices

By: Polly Parker,Douglas T. (Tim) Hall,Kathy E. Kram,Ilene C. Wasserman

When it comes to mentoring, peer coaching is an undervalued workhorse. It's effective, inexpensive, widely applicable, and relatively easy to implement. Many coaches consider it to be the next wave in professional development. Peer Coaching at Work draws on research and practice to deliver a hands-on guide to this powerful relational learning technique. The authors—all leaders in the field—present a rigorously tested three-part model for facilitating peer coaching relationships in one-on-one settings and in larger groups. With lively case studies, they define peer coaching as a focused relationship between equals who supportively learn from, actively listen to, and judiciously question each other, which leads to breakthroughs that may otherwise lie dormant in one's career. A fundamental guide for anyone with an interest in mentoring and transformational learning, this book is a must-have for the talent management bookshelf.

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225

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Stanford University Press

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150360506X

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9781503605060

Property Rights

Rights and Liberties under the Law

By: Polly J. Price

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Property Rights

Rights and Liberties under the Law

By: Polly J. Price

A survey of the evolution of property rights in the United States—from constitutional protections and due process to private property rights and government-takings doctrines. Legal opinions and public attitudes toward property rights have fluctuated over the years, from periods when almost any infringement of these rights was impermissible, to times in which the government was granted much wider latitude. This book examines the history of individual property ownership in the U.S. from the late colonial era to the present, explaining how property rights were established, defended, and sometimes later reinterpreted. Of special interest are rights that have developed over time, such as due process, just compensation for government "takings" of private property, and the rights landowners may assert against other persons. Of particular interest to today's readers are government regulation of private property for environmental purposes, challenges to zoning regulations, and intellectual property rights in cyberspace.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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1576077691

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9781576077696

Isle of Hope

Wormsloe and Bethesda

By: Polly Wylly Cooper

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Isle of Hope

Wormsloe and Bethesda

By: Polly Wylly Cooper

Isle of Hope, Georgia, nine miles south of Savannah, is a charming settlement with a story reaching back into the 1700s. Visitors to the area marvel at scenic views along the Skidaway River, grand homes built by early Savannahians, numerous historic sites, abundant wildlife, and water sports. This treasured lifestyle is one that islanders have waged heated battles to protect, and their collective experience is celebrated within the pages of this impressive pictorial volume. An original land grant from King George II of England, photographs of early families, streetcars, Barbee's Pavilion, the original Mysterious Santa Claus, sailboat racing, and more are among the many notable items included in Isle of Hope, Wormsloe, and Bethesda. Wormsloe Plantation, home of Noble Jones built on land leased from the trustees of the colony of Georgia in 1736, is highlighted here, as well as the nearby community of Dutch Island, where Matthew Batson conducted his legendary aero-yacht experiments in 1913. Bethesda, founded in 1740 by Rev. George Whitefield and now America's oldest existing home for boys, comes to life in vintage photographs and a touching poem written by an orphan in 1917. Images culled from both public and private collections evoke memories of a way of life almost extinct in today's frantic world-a way of life held steadfast by the residents of this singular Georgia community.

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Arcadia Publishing

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0738514144

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9780738514147

Management of Advanced Disease, Fourth edition

By: Polly Edmonds,Nigel Sykes,John Wiles

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Management of Advanced Disease, Fourth edition

By: Polly Edmonds,Nigel Sykes,John Wiles

The fourth edition of this, the 'first' textbook of palliative care, continues to provide a concise, but authoritative, guide to the provision of palliative care. The text has been thoroughly revised and reorganized throughout to reflect the recent pace of change in this rapidly moving field. Coverage is comprehensive, ranging from symptom control through to legal and ethical issues, with emphasis throughout on practical guidelines and advice. The introduction of mini-contents lists and key points, and increased use of tables and explanatory line figures, has improved the user friendly quality of the text, and the reader will be able to 'dip-in' to the book whenever it is needed and access information quickly. Palliative care has now become firmly established beyond malignant conditions, and this is reflected fully in this new edition which includes issues specific to AIDS, neurodegenerative disorders, progressive lung conditions, end-stage renal disease and cardiac failure. Other improvements include alphabetical re-organization of the symptom control section, increased coverage of communication and psychosocial issues and spiritual care, and a widened discussion of ethical concerns. Retaining its St Christopher's roots through the experienced editorial team, the multiprofessional nature of palliative care is reflected in the choice of contributors from a wide range of disciplines. Palliative physicians, oncologists, general practitioners, nurses and other health professionals caring for patients with advanced, progressive diseases will continue to find this an invaluable handbook to be referred to often in the clinical setting.

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641

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CRC Press

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0340763132

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9780340763131

The French Americans

By: Polly Morrice

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The French Americans

By: Polly Morrice

Discusses the history, culture, and religion of the French, factors encouraging their emigration, and their acceptance as an ethnic group in North America.

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Facts On File

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0877548781

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9780877548782

The Old Farmer's Almanac Blue Ribbon Recipes

By: Polly Bannister

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The Old Farmer's Almanac Blue Ribbon Recipes

By: Polly Bannister

Fairs that celebrate local harvests, agricultural traditions, and coastal fish and seafood industries have long been famous for delicious food. For many people, the highlight of these events is the cooking competition, featuring baked goods, jam, pickles and more. Here, the editors of The Old Farmers Almanac have gathered championship recipes, as well as the comments, hard-won secrets, and tips of award-winning cooks. With ideas for everything from appetizers to desserts, youre sure to find a dish for every appetite and occasion.

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Old Farmer's Almanac

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1571983562

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9781571983565

The Cooper-Hewitt Dynasty of New York

By: Polly Guérin

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The Cooper-Hewitt Dynasty of New York

By: Polly Guérin

Peter Cooper believed that he owed a debt to the city that had made him a rich man. During the nineteenth century, he made his fortune in industry and his name in politics, and he always felt a strong compulsion to give back to New York. His greatest achievement was the establishment of The Cooper Union, which allowed students from all walks of life to study science and art and is still providing those opportunities today. Cooper instilled this sense of obligation in his children and his business partner and son-in-law, Abram Hewitt. Abram's daughters--remarkable women ahead of their time--fulfilled their grandfather's dream of opening a museum, which became the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum, today part of the Smithsonian Institution. Discover this amazing story of wealth and generosity, politics and integrity and family and community that could have only unfolded in New York.

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174

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Arcadia Publishing

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1614237824

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9781614237822

Best Home Baking

Irresistible Recipes from America's Blue Ribbon Bakers

By: Polly Bannister

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Best Home Baking

Irresistible Recipes from America's Blue Ribbon Bakers

By: Polly Bannister

The latest title in the Old Farmer's Almanac Home Library, Best Home Baking collects the prize-winning recipes from America's county fairs, food festivals, and bake-offs.

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158

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Time Life Medical

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0737000252

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9780737000252

Remembering Lucile

A Virginia Family's Rise from Slavery and a Legacy Forged a Mile High

By: Polly E. Bugros McLean

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Remembering Lucile

A Virginia Family's Rise from Slavery and a Legacy Forged a Mile High

By: Polly E. Bugros McLean

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University Press of Colorado

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