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Robert Bell was born between 1520 and 1539 in England. He married three times and had twelve children. Descendants and relatives lived mainly in England and Virginia.
This fun combination of original fable and factual information introduces young readers to the state of Pennsylvania through an entertaining and educational story based on the state symbols, history and geography. Take a trip through Pennsylvania as Rupert, the ruffed grouse looks for freedom, independence and the Liberty Bell. Along the way Rupert meets new friends and learns about the animals, plants, geography, and culture that make Pennsylvania a great state! In addition to the illustrated story, interesting and informative factual sidebars & photos about the state are found throughout the book. A treasure-hunt map plots the journey and a cultural recipe is also included. This book ends with state facts at a glance, a reading comprehension quiz, and more things to see and do around Pennsylvania with a map showing the locations. This title is a great way to explore Pennsylvania in preparation for state reports or family vacations! Super SandCastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Our all-time bestselling title, this classic and powerful novel spanning three generations of a Slovak immigrant family has been adopted for course use in more than 250 colleges and universities nationwide. Out of This Furnace, is Thomas Bell's most compelling achievement. Its story of three generations of an immigrant Slovak family - the Dobrejcaks - still stands as a fresh and extraordinary accomplishment. The novel begins in the mid-1880s with the naive blundering career of Djuro Kracha. It tracks his arrival from the old country as he walked from New York to White Haven, his later migration to the steel mills of Braddock, and his eventual downfall through foolish financial speculations a...
Examining the writings of twentieth-century thinkers such as Raymond Aron, Isaiah Berlin, Norberto Bobbio, Michael Oakeshott, and Adam Michnik, Faces of Moderation argues that moderation remains crucial for today's encounters with new forms of extremism.
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A brief history of the Liberty Bell and how it came to symbolize freedom to Americans.
The Liberty Bell is a reminder of the American colonies’ fight for freedom. Readers will learn how it became famous, why it cracked and, how the bell became an important symbol for those seeking liberty for American slaves. Fun facts and up-close photographs abound in this book that will make young patriots want to see the Liberty Bell in person.