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Get the Summary of Craig Shirley's Mary Ball Washington in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Mary Ball Washington" delves into the life of George Washington's mother, Mary Ball Washington, against the backdrop of colonial Virginia's transformation. Born in 1708, Mary witnessed the growth of Virginia's counties and the rise of influential families like the Washingtons. The book explores the societal context of the...
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"Biographies of the Second 23 American Presidents: From Grover Cleveland to Joe Biden - Volume 2" continues the captivating journey through the lives and leadership of the individuals who have held the highest office in the United States. From the late 19th century to the present day, this comprehensive volume offers an in-depth exploration of the presidents who guided the nation through the challenges and triumphs of the modern era.Spanning from...
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"Biographies of the First 23 American Presidents - Volume I" offers an illuminating journey through the lives of the founding leaders of the United States. From George Washington to Benjamin Harrison, this meticulously researched volume provides a comprehensive exploration of the individuals who shaped the nation during its formative years.Spanning from the birth of the Republic to the Gilded Age, each biography delves into the personal backgrounds,...
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Get the Summary of Doris Kearns Goodwin's Leadership in Turbulent Times in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Leadership in Turbulent Times" explores the lives and leadership qualities of four U.S. presidents: Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Lyndon B. Johnson. The book delves into their early lives, highlighting the personal challenges and formative experiences that shaped their characters...
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History Hub presents a complete biography of Ronald Reagan from start to end, whose remarkable story inspires us even today. In a small community in Tampico, Illinois, Ronald Wilson Reagan was born to John "Jack" Reagan and Nelle Wilson Reagan on February 6, 1911. Reagan was of primarily Irish descent. His father was an Irish-American shoe salesman, and his mother was of Scottish-Irish descent. Reagan used the name "Dutch" throughout his childhood...
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Go beyond the headlines of the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal and revisit the story of Monica Lewinsky in this authorized biography from Andrew Morton, the basis for the FX miniseries Impeachment.
Monica Lewinsky. You know her name, you know her face, and you think you know her story: the pretty young intern who began an illicit affair with the President of the United States-- a liaison that ignited an unprecedented political scandal and found Bill Clinton...
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History Hub presents a complete biography of Abraham Lincoln from start to end, whose remarkable story inspires us even today. Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809 in Kentucky. When Lincoln was a kid, he was known for his tall, bony, and oversized extremities. His parents were illiterate, and he spent a short amount of time in formal school. However, Lincoln still became an excellent reader at an early age. When Lincoln got older, he returned...
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A fresh and compelling perspective on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the history behind these two fascinating countries. Cutting through the confusion and the media hype surrounding the infamous Russia-Ukraine conflict, this illuminating collection offers a factual, concise, and up-to-date account of the key events and figures in this rapidly unfolding war. With a play-by-play recap of the long-running tensions between these two countries and their...
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Franklin Delano and Eleanor Roosevelt's marriage is one of the most celebrated and scrutinized partnerships in presidential history. It raised eyebrows in their lifetimes and has only become more controversial since their deaths. From FDR's lifelong romance with Lucy Mercer to Eleanor's purported lesbianism-and many scandals in between-the American public has never tired of speculating about the ties that bound these two headstrong individuals. Some...
10) Camilla, Diana, Charles, and the Royal Vexations: Struggles and Sufferings From Their Own Perspectiv
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Two women, one exceedingly beautiful and charismatic, the other an average-looking older woman with an unassuming demeanor- Princess Diana and Camilla Parker Bowles- how contrasting can the two women in Prince Charles' life be! And yet with all the beauty and charisma, Princess Diana couldn't retain her husband. Camilla overtook every aspect of the Prince's life without asking much in return. Why did Prince Charles choose Camilla over Diana? Was Prince...
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Meghan and Harry The Real Story: Persecutors or Victims presents the reader with a strikingly forthright analysis of what happens when a vulnerable male, raised in the traditions of the Old World and protected by a lifetime of privilege, falls head over heels in love with a steely and ambitious doyenne of the New, who is careless of tradition, ignorant of its purpose, contemptuous of its consequences, and convinced that her own way is the best way...
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It is April 1, 2009. London is the setting. The precise site is Buckingham Palace.It's a significant day for Michelle and Barack Obama. Barack was sworn in as the nation's president back in January. He and Michelle are currently present at the G20 summit's reception and are seen as newbies on the international scene. Michelle, who was raised on the South Side of Chicago, is shown here mingling and enjoying canapés with Nicolas Sarkozy and Angela...
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This magnificent seven-book series delves deep into the mind and heart of one of America's most revered Presidents. Each volume offers a unique window into Lincoln's life, showcasing his unparalleled eloquence, deep humanity, and astute political acumen.
From his early speeches that echo with a young nation's dreams, to the profound depths of the Gettysburg Address and his private letters, the series paints an intimate portrait of a leader grappling...
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History Hub presents a complete biography of Charlemagne from start to end, whose remarkable story inspires us even today Charlemagne is dubbed as "Charles the Great" and considered as the Alexander the Great and the Julius Caesar of Christian Europe. Amidst Europe's centuries-long dark ages, the 8th-century Frankish king Charlemagne arrived and turned the light switch on by encouraging arts, culture, and education throughout his empire. Eventually,...
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Ser o presidente dos Estados Unidos é um trabalho muito desafiador e exigente. O Presidente é responsável por liderar o país e tomar decisões importantes que afetam a vida de milhões de pessoas. O papel do presidente inclui servir como chefe de estado, comandante-em-chefe das forças armadas, diplomata-chefe e chefe-executivo do governo federal.
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This magnificent seven-book series delves deep into the mind and heart of one of America's most revered Presidents. Each volume offers a unique window into Lincoln's life, showcasing his unparalleled eloquence, deep humanity, and astute political acumen.
From his early speeches that echo with a young nation's dreams, to the profound depths of the Gettysburg Address and his private letters, the series paints an intimate portrait of a leader grappling...
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#1 New York Times Bestseller
"Reading these diaries, Americans will find it easier to understand how Reagan did what he did for so long . . . They paint a portrait of a president who was engaged by his job and had a healthy perspective on power."
-Jon Meacham, Newsweek
During his two terms as the 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan kept a daily diary in which he recorded his innermost thoughts and observations on the extraordinary,...
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Ronald Reagan left behind a legacy that America will never forget. Now, in this one-of-a-kind collection of his most intimate thoughts, his favorite quotations by others, and his own most collectible jokes, all culled from a newly disclosed set of personal notecards he kept throughout his life and career, fans and admirers of the fortieth president will find a unique window of insight into the soul of an American icon. Edited by Douglas Brinkley,...
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Where Trump Learned to Rule
To know Donald J. Trump it is best to start in his natural habitat: Palm Beach, Florida. It is here he learned the techniques that took him all the way to the White House. Painstakingly, over decades, he has created a world in this exclusive tropical enclave and favorite haunt of billionaires where he is not just president but a king. The vehicle for his triumph is Mar-A-Lago, one of the greatest mansions ever built in...
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Gandhi: An Enduring Icon – Discover the Man Who Became a MovementMahatma Gandhi is a name synonymous with peace, nonviolence, and the struggle for freedom. But who was the man behind the icon? How did a timid young lawyer transform into one of the most influential figures of the 20th century? "Gandhi: An Enduring Icon" dives deep into the complexities of a man who was simultaneously simple and extraordinary.The book begins by exploring Gandhi's...
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