The acclaimed editors at "McSweeney's" literary journal present an exploration of some of the nation's most incredible--and little-known--stories. Readers learn about 109 great Americans, including John Russell Bartlett, the first person to compile American words and trace their origin, and Charles F. Brannock, inventor of the first tool to accurately measure foot size.
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The acclaimed editors at "McSweeney's" literary journal present an exploration of some of the nation's most incredible--and little-known--stories. Readers learn about 109 great Americans, including John Russell Bartlett, the first person to compile American words and trace their origin, and Charles F. Brannock, inventor of the first tool to accurately measure foot size.
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Book Quarto, softcover, good in red and white striped pictorial wraps. Heroes and nine or so villains. America was built by heroes. towering men and women who grabbed a wild, young country by the horns and transformed it intp a civilized nation. Here are unsung heroes from the past. 175 pp. plus index.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very Good. Prompt shipment, with tracking. we ship in CLEAN SECURE boxes Nonfiction History Books for Kids: Very good Hardcover with Slightly creased Dust Jacket, Clean Pages, Prompt Shipping with Tracking.
