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[2019]., Juvenile, Penguin Workshop, An Imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: 919.89 FAB Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Where isSummary Note: "Explore Antarctica--the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on Earth--in this adventure-filled title in the Who HQ series. Antarctica, the earth's southernmost continent, was virtually untouched by humans until the nineteenth century. Many famous explorers journeyed (and often died) there in the hope of discovering a land that always seemed out of reach. This book introduces readers to this desert--yes, desert!--continent that holds about 90 percent of the world's ice; showcases some of the 200 species that call Antarctica home, including the emperor penguin; and discusses environmental dangers to the continent, underscoring how what happens to Antarctica affects the entire world"--
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[2014], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: B STE Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is...?Summary Note: Provides a biography of women's rights activist Gloria Steinem discussing her personal and professional accomplishments. Includes black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and further resources.
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[2014]., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC Call No: 305.42 092 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who is-- ?Summary Note: Presents the life of the prominent feminist, highlighting her career and influence as a writer, political activist, and co-founder of "Ms." magazine.
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[2015], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: B POT Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: Provides a biography of English author Beatrix Potter, covering her childhood, hobbies, and professional accomplishments. Includes black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and further resources.
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[2015], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: Biography POTTER Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: Provides a biography of English author Beatrix Potter, covering her childhood, hobbies, and professional accomplishments. Includes black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and further resources.
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Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: After overthrowing Fulgencia Batista in 1959, Fidel Castro became the leader of an island country only ninety miles away from Florida. While in power, Castro outlasted ten US presidents and turned the small nation into a one-party state with influence over the entire world. Called a leader by some and a dictator by others, Castro defined not one but several eras in world politics.
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2013, Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: JNF007010 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: "You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved homeland, Mexico. Her paintings continue to inform and inspire popular culture around the world"--
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[2013], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: B KAH Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: Briefly explores the life of artist Frida Kahlo, focusing on how she grew up in Mexico and became interested in art.
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[2013], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: Biography KAHLO Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: Briefly explores the life of artist Frida Kahlo, focusing on how she grew up in Mexico and became interested in art.
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2013., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: B Kahlo Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was--Summary Note: "You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved homeland, Mexico. Her paintings continue to inform and inspire popular culture around the world"--
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Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Though she grew up in rural Pennsylvania, Rachel Carson dreamed of the sea. In 1936 she began work with the Bureau of Fisheries and soon after published Under the Sea Wind, her first of many nature books. Her 1962 bestseller, Silent Spring, sent shockwaves through the country and warned of the dangers of DDT and other pesticides. A pioneering environmentalist, Rachel Carson helped awaken the global consciousness for conservation and preservation.
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[2014], Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap Call No: Biography CARSON Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Who was...?Summary Note: Presents a biography of environmentalist Rachel Carson, an award-winning nature writer who inspired global conservation movements. Covers her early years and personal and professional obstacles and successes. Includes a timeline and a bibliography.
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2014., Juvenile, Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to view Click here to view More... Series Title: Who was-- ?Summary Note: Presents the life and accomplishments of the American biologist, whose influential work, "The Silent Spring," inspired worldwide conservation movements.
