Breaking New Ground


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Anthropology and agriculture: the historical interface. The case of the International Potato Center. Anthropologist as interdisciplinary team members: developng post-harvest technology. The anthropological perspective: an overview. The future: where to from here?




Students, Professors, and the State in Tsarist Russia


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"The first systematic and exhaustive study of one of the most important social and political developments in pre-October Russia. . . . .It ranks among the best studies in modern Russian history."--Alexander Vucinich, author of Empire of Knowledge and Darwin in Russian Thought




The Virtue of Philosophy


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The Question of Play


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Wilma Rudolph


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A biography on the life of Wilma Rudolph, hero of the 1960 Rome Olympics. Written in graphic-novel format.




Nathan Hale


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Recounts the life of Revolutionary War hero Nathan Hale, whose decision to become a spy for General George Washington cost him his life.




Hiss Me Deadly


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Chet Gecko is hired by Principal Zero to investigate the disappearance of valuable items from Emerson Hicky Elementary--including Mama Gecko's pearls.




Thomas Jefferson


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"In graphic novel format, tells the life story of President Thomas Jefferson, who authored the Declaration of Independence"--Provided by publisher.




Jumping Into Nothing


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Nine-year-old Sophie tries to deal with her fear of jumping off the high diving board at the community pool by listing other things she is afraid of doing and forcing herself to do them.




Sitting Bull


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A biographical look at the childhood of Sitting Bull, one of the greatest Sioux warriors to fight against the white man.