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This book describes various animals' uses of skin and fur for hiding, protection, and staying dry or moist.

Presents the life and career of the baseball legend who became the first African American to play in the modern major leagues.

A biography of the bicycle makers whose fascination with flight led them to build and fly the world's first successful aircraft powered by an engine and controlled by a pilot.

Describes the life of Eleanor Roosevelt and her commitment to those in need.

This book describes various animals' uses of their tails for steering and balance, swimming, defense, and brakes.

A biography of the talk-show host who has used her popular television program to venture into publishing, music, movies, and education.

Provides an in-depth and comprehensive portrait of the state of Utah, including its history, people, land, economy, attractions, and government.

A biography of the United Farm Workers leader describes his struggles to improve conditions for migrant agricultural laborers.

Pursuing her dreams of building a new life for herself, Mina heads for America in 1848 to seek her fortune in the bustling, challenging, and treacherous city of New York and to locate her beloved long-lost brother, struggling all the while with her growing feelings for her companion and friend, Mr. Serle, in the sequel to Mina. Reprint. 15,000 first printing.

Provides an in-depth and comprehensive portrait of the state of Mississippi, including its history, people, land, economy, and government.