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"It's better to live one day as a lion than 100 years as a sheep." "I am the most terrible animal that's ever existed." "Democracy is beautiful in theory; in practice, it is a fallacy. You in America will see that someday." "It's good to trust others but, not to do so is much better." "I feel, when we have no friends upon whom to lean, or to look for moral guidance." (Mussolini) Benito Amilcare Andrea Mussolini, born on July...

"FAME: Benson Boone" follows the meteoric rise of a small-town kid with a big voice and even bigger dreams. This 22-page comic book biography traces Benson's journey from his early life in Monroe, Washington, through his viral breakthrough on TikTok, and onto the global music stage. With splash pages and dynamic storytelling, it captures his decision to leave American Idol, his breakout hits like Ghost Town, and the emotional honesty that defines...

"FAME: Action Stars - Threequel" takes you deep into the explosive lives of four legendary icons: Nicolas Cage, Bruce Willis, Sylvester Stallone, and Chuck Norris. From humble beginnings to dominating the box office, this graphic novel charts their rise to action hero status and the defining roles that cemented their legacies. With gripping visuals and unforgettable storytelling, explore the triumphs, challenges, and larger-than-life personas that...

The Who have stood proudly as the defiant bad boys of rock'n'roll. Here is the story of The Who by someone who has known them intimately since almost the very beginning, the real story behind the rocket-powered riffs, random destruction, broken dreams and rowdy musical rituals hammered out by them.

Posing as a jewel thief Donnie Brasco, FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone worked undercover for six years to infiltrate the flamboyant and deadly community of Mafia wise guys, captains and bosses. Now his eyewitness account brings to pulsing life the code of honor, loyalties and treacheries, and dirty dealings of unforgettable characters.

This book discusses the childhood, family background, education, and daily life of historic First Kids Sasha and Malia Obama. From campaign trail to White House, readers will learn what it's like to have a father who is the U.S. president. Topics covered include Barack Obama's inauguration and the Obama family's move from Chicago to Washington, D.C. Additionally, readers will learn about living in the White House and traveling with the Secret Service....

Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, talks about his memoir, "Idea Man."

"This memoir seems written directly from Hemp's soul, as she beautifully shares her moving story of learning to love and trust again after loss."--Booklist Christine Hemp's debut work of nonfiction, Wild Ride Home, is a brilliant memoir, looping themes of finding love and losing love, of going away and coming home, of the wretched course of Alzheimer's, of cancer, of lost pregnancies, of fly fishing and horsemanship, of second chances, and,...

Presents a biography of Barack Obama, the first African American President of the United States of America.

"Tribute: Kazuo Takahashi: Creator of Yu-Gi-Oh!" is a compelling comic book biography that delves into the life and legacy of Kazuo Takahashi, professionally known as Kazuki Takahashi. Born on October 4, 1961, in Tokyo, Japan, Takahashi's passion for drawing and games led him to create the groundbreaking manga series "Yu-Gi-Oh!" in 1996. This series not only captivated readers but also spawned a global phenomenon, including an immensely popular trading...