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13221) Texas rising
Publisher
A & E Television Networks
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Bringing to life the true story of how the people of Texas fought for freedom against the mighty Mexican military that had overtaken the Alamo. The legendary Texas Rangers assembled for the first time against General Santa Anna's massive military might. United under the leadership of Sam Houston and with the help of his ragtag army, they passionately battled for life and country and the Lone Star State.
Publisher
Shout! Factory
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Welcome back to Hope Valley for incredible adventures and heartwarming friendships. Elizabeth finds a second chance at love as she comes to terms with how she feels about Nathan and Lucas. Rosemary reflects upon her life's purpose, and the entire town comes together for a memorable wedding.
13223) James A. Michener's Texas
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Dramatizes the lives and challenges of the early nineteenth-century American settlers who claimed land from Mexico that became the state of Texas.
Publisher
Mill Creek Entertainment
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
If you were born in the 50s your parents spurred the biggest story of the 20th century, the rise of the middle class, and millions of Americans left the cities for the suburbs to own a home of their own, a building boom was on. This was the decade where people built Bomb Shelters, if you were born in the early fifties you are a baby Boomer, the most influential and powerful group of Americans ever born.
Last time I saw Paris: Tragedy strikes an American...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Discover the Battle of Gettysburg through the eyes of artist and war reporter Alfred Waud as he travels alongside the Union army and tells the story of the pivotal three days that changed the course of the Civil War."--
13228) The Butcher of Paris
Author
Publisher
Dark Horse Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"In 1944, as Swastikas flew over Paris, one of the most notorious and prolific serial killers in history turned the occupied city into his personal hunting ground...The Butcher of Paris is a historical, true-crime thriller about a killer wanted by both the Nazis and allied forces for the death of nearly two-hundred victims" --
13229) The wings of eagles
Series
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Dramatizes the life of Naval Commander Frank "Spig" Wead, who became a Hollywood screenwriter after being injured in World War II.
13230) The dreamweavers
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Twin siblings journey through the City of Ashes and visit the Jade Rabbit to save their grandpa in this Chinese folklore-inspired fantasy adventure"--
Author
Series
Epic Order of the Seven volume 7
Publisher
Living Ink Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 38
Language
English
Description
Liz, Max, Nigel and Clarie sail for the colony of Virginia to deliver a letter that will impact Liz's assigned human: Patrick Henry. Liz must help young Patrick find his true purpose in life--to become the Voice of the Revolution. She begins her quest when he is a seven year-old boy who cares more about fishing and exploring the forest in Virginia than about school. Her task will take time, as Patrick Henry will fail at everything he tries. Liz eventually...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the Gold Rush from the perspective of William Miller and Henry Garrison, two miners in the Sierra Nevada region, and uncover the often unrelenting conditions of the California gold mines. A story of community, determination, and the search for the American Dream, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into what life was really like during this pivotal period in American history--brought to life by a gripping narrative and...
Publisher
NBC Studios
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Relive the Oleson's adoption of Nancy, and every endearing moment of season eight of the series, with restored and remastered picture and sound. Share memories with the Wilders and Ingalls when snowed in at Christmas, witness Almanzo's stroke and the birth of baby Rose, and behold Charles' faith as he pleads for his adopted son's life, in this completely uncut and unforgettable, 22-episode saga.
13235) Death of a nation
Publisher
Big Lie, LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Draws parallels between the dramatic fracturing of the nation over Abraham Lincoln's presidency and the presidency of Donald Trump.
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Ambitious and acclaimed series from The Queen writer Peter Morgan offers a comprehensive look at the adult life and reign of Elizabeth II over a projected six-season arc. The fifth season follows Elizabeth from the early to late '90s, as the fraying union of Charles and Diana ultimately came to separation, and John Major saw his tenure as prime minister end with the election of Tony Blair.
13237) Hidden figures
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of African-American female mathematicians that served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in U.S. history. Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, and Katherine Johnson crossed all gender, race, and professional lines while their brilliance and desire to dream big, beyond anything ever accomplished before by the human race, firmly cemented...
13238) 8 days: to the moon and back
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
A film that seamlessly blends mission audio from Apollo 11's historic journey featuring conversations among Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins with new footage, NASA archive, and stunning CGI to recreate the first moon landing.
13239) Testament of youth
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
A powerful story of love, war and remembrance, based on the First World War memoir by Vera Brittain, which has become the classic testimony of that war from a woman's point of view. A searing journey from youthful hopes and dreams to the edge of despair and back again, a film about young love, the futility of war and how to make sense of the darkest times.
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