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History and Current Events February 2019
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| The Deadly Deep: The Definitive History of Submarine Warfare by Iain BallantyneIn this intriguing work, dive deep into the evolution of submarines, from ancient Greek and Egyptian underwater warfare efforts to the deployment of nuclear submarines in the Cold War era.
British historian Iain Ballantyne is also the author of Killing the Bismarck: Destroying the Pride of Hitler's Fleet. |
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| The Future of Capitalism: Facing the New Anxieties by Paul CollierRead about how regional and class rifts lead to social inequalities -- and how "ethical capitalism" can help bridge these divides. British economist Paul Collier's evenhanded arguments will be appreciated by readers regardless of their political affiliation.
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| The First Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill George Washington by Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch Murder George Washington? That was the purpose of the Hickey Plot, a 1776 scheme orchestrated by prominent New York politicians to kidnap and assassinate Commander-in-Chief George Washington. With fast-paced prose, this evocative account showcases Revolutionary-era New York City in turmoil.
Washington's counterintelligence unit, led by future Supreme Court Chief Justice John Jay, inspired the creation of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) nearly two centuries later. |
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| 100 Amazing Facts About the Negro by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.In this engaging, meticulously researched compendium, the reader will find updates to journalist Joel A. Rogers' groundbreaking 1934 book 100 Amazing Facts About the Negro with Complete Proof. It includes wide-ranging and unique topics are presented in a concise question-and-answer format, perfect for quick reading. |
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| Defining Moments in Black History: Reading Between the Lies by Dick GregoryEqual parts humorous and inspiring, this survey of 100 key events in American black history offers provocative insights from comedian and activist Dick Gregory, who participated in many of the events he chronicles.
Readers wary of Gregory's penchant for conspiracy theories will nonetheless find much to ponder in this NAACP Image Award Winner and "excellent conversation starter for book groups" (Library Journal). |
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| Blood Brothers: The Fatal Friendship Between Muhammad Ali and Malcolm X by Randy Roberts and Johnny SmithMuhammad Ali and Malcolm X's brief but tumultuous friendship, which was initially strengthened -- though later torn apart -- by their involvement in the Nation of Islam (NOI). Those looking for the information on two of the most famous Muslims in American history will enjoy seeing the contrast between them including Ali's ascent in the NOI and Malcolm's fall from it. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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New Hanover County Library
201 Chestnut Street Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 910-798-6301 www.nhclibrary.org |
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