Karen Sirvaitis
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In every age, science and technology have advanced human civilization. From architecture to engineering, medicine to transportation, humans have invented extraordinary wonders. People have been constructing buildings for thousands of years. But in modern times, people have become more interested in new kinds of building techniques. They want to make buildings that are green," or good for the environment. Some green builders make houses out of recycled...
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As USA TODAY, the Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, puts it, "Danica Patrick shattered several records...at the storied Indianapolis 500. Even more lasting will be the point she made." During the 2005 race that made her a superstar, Danica Patrick proved she could drive at racing's highest level―and inspired countless girls who picture themselves behind the wheel of an Indy car. Danica was a fierce competitor even before she was making headlines. As a teenager,...
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Supplemented with quotes and engaging articles from USA TODAY, the Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, The European American Experience shines a spotlight on European Americans and their many exciting contributions to American society. From architects and athletes to singers and chefs, European Americans enrich American life. In Giants in the Earth, Norwegian American Ole Rolvaag wrote about the struggles of nineteenth-century European Americans. In The Russian...
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Supplemented with quotes and engaging articles from USA TODAY, the Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, The Asian Pacific American Experience shines a spotlight on Asian Pacific Americans and their many exciting contributions to American society. From artists and athletes to filmmakers and chefs, Asian Pacific Americans enrich American life. Novelist Amy Tan has offered insights into the lives of Chinese Americans in books such as The Joy Luck Club and The Kitchen...
7) Virginia
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Introduces the geography, history, people, industries, and other highlights of Virginia.
8) Tennessee
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Introduces the geography, history, people, industries, and other highlights of Tennessee.
9) Nevada
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An introduction to the geography, history, economy, people, environmental issues, and interesting sites of Nevada.
10) South Dakota
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[2002]
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Revised and expanded second edition.
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English
11) Florida
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[2002]
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Revised and expanded second edition.
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Introduces the geography, history, environment, economy, and culture of the Sunshine State.
12) Michigan
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[2002]
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Revised and expanded second edition.
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An introduction to the land, history, people, economy, and environment of Michigan.
13) Utah
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[2002]
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[Revised and expanded second edition].
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English
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