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By Rogak, Lisa
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Military Working Dogs have played a vital role in the United States armed forces throughout history. In this celebration of their contributions to our nation, Lisa Rogak profiles these heroic dogs and showcases them in vivid photographs that capture the devotion and respect these... amazing canines, their devoted handlers, and fellow soldiers share for each other.
A heartwarming collection for dog lovers everywhere, this is the first illustrated tribute to America's Military Working Dogs. Read more
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A wide-ranging collection of quotes from the new Pope's writings and speeches, revealing his opinions on the moral issues surrounding the Catholic Church today.
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Reveals a range of jobs that our four-legged soldiers perform, and examines the dogs' training and equipment. This title presents the stories of the deep bond that dogs and their handlers share with each other, and helps us learn how soldiers and civilians can help the cause by f...ostering puppies or adopting retirees. Read more
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Dogs don't just make lovable pets. They also work at an incredible number of jobs - police, therapy, service, and more - and help humans in countless ways. From working with search-and-rescue teams to find missing persons to helping patients recover from injuries, Lisa Rogak cove...rs the many ways in which dogs are an essential part of our world. And she tells the surprising stories of regular dogs who have gone above and beyond to help their owners - and even each other. 'Dogs of Courage' reveals the heartwarming and awe-inspiring stories of these hard-working dogs, from the training they receive to the ways we honour their sacrifices and reward their years of service. Affirming what every dog lover knows, this book shows how deep a dog's loyalty and friendship can go. Read more
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By Rogak, Lisa
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After a contestant wrote We love you, Alex! as his Final Jeopardy! answer, fans around the world quickly chimed in to proclaim their own love and support for beloved Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek. In the wake of his devastating cancer diagnosis, the moment provided the perfect oppor...tunity to reflect on what the show--and the man--meant to them. Millions of devoted viewers have long considered Alex Trebek to be a part of their daily lives ever since he began hosting the show in 1984. Now, bestselling biographer Lisa Rogak gives readers a look at Trebek's early life, his career, and his personal life throughout the years, drawing on many sources to tell his full story for the first time. There are many surprises, like the fact that Trebek was almost 50 when he discovered that he had a half brother, as well as the revelation that for a short time he actually dreamed of becoming a priest. The native Canadian also struggled with depression after the failure of his first marriage, and for years afterward he despaired of ever having a family of his own, until he met the woman who would become his soulmate. Who Is Alex Trebek? is the first biography of the much-loved game show host, and as such, celebrates the man who has created a remarkable legacy that will live on in popular culture for generations to come. Read more
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In time for Mother's Day--the companion book to the New York Times bestseller Barack Obama in His Own Words
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By Rogak, Lisa
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One Big Happy Family tells the heartwarming stories of animals who have reached out to save the lives of babies from other species and raise them as their own. Whether it's the border collie and his piglets, the cat and her ducklings, the orangutan and his lion cubs, or even the ...Labrador and her baby pygmy hippo... Read more
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A collection of direct quotes from Bill Gates on topics related to business, technology, Microsoft, philanthropy, and life --Provided by publisher.
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Edited by Rogak, Lisa
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Since delivering his keynote speech at the 2004 Democratic National Convention, Barack Obama has been hailed as the clear savior of not only the Democratic party, but of the integrity of American politics. Despite the fact that he burst onto the national scene seemingly overnight..., his name recognition has grown by leaps and bounds ever since. Barack Obama in His Own Words , a book of quotes from the Illinois Senator, allows those who aren't as familiar with his politics to learn quickly where he stands on abortion, religion, AIDS, his critics, foreign policy, Iraq, the War on Terror, unemployment, gay marriage, and a host of other important issues facing America and the world. Read more
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Edited by Rogak, Lisa
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A collection of over 300 quotes from Bill Gates, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and tech icon. Part of the In Their Own Words series.
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