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Category: history

Fiction, historical fiction, history, Nonfiction

Women Spies of WWII

November 17, 2021November 12, 2021 cgoodallmyapl

During World War II, women were recruited by the British Special Operations Executive (SOE), the American Office of Strategic Services, and the French Resistance to serve as spies, couriers, radio operators, and resistance fighters. Their stories are told in this selection of fiction and nonfiction. Curated by Carrie Goodall.

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biography, history, Nonfiction

Expand Your Lexicon

October 6, 2021October 5, 2021 smathernemyapl

In modern times, we refer to dictionaries and thesaruses when we need an exact definition or to find the perfect word for an intended purpose. These resources were not available until men of earlier centuries collected definitions and synonyms en masse for the public. Here you'll find a selection of titles about those books and the men who made them happen. Curated by Willie Nettles.

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children's books, children's books, historical fiction, history, Nonfiction

Remembering 9/11

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021 aleemyapl

Help children gain an understanding of an important moment in modern American history with these books about September 11, 2001. To view our online poster exhibit from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and the National Endowment for the Humanities, visit the library website. Curated by Alicia Schwarzenbach.

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Fiction, historical fiction, history, Nonfiction

Women’s History Month

March 2, 2021March 1, 2021 aleemyapl

Women across the United States gained the right to vote on August 18, 1920. In celebration of Women's History Month, the struggle for women's suffrage is highlighted in these nonfiction, fiction, and movie titles for adults and children. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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biography, children's books, children's picture books, fantasy, Fiction, historical fiction, history, horror, humor, middle grade fiction, mystery, Nonfiction, romance, science, science fiction, thriller, young adult fiction

Goodreads Choice Awards 2020

December 29, 2020December 18, 2020 cgoodallmyapl

Chosen by readers, the Goodreads Choice Awards highlight favorite books of 2020 in multiple categories. Read on to see this year's winners and nominees.

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fantasy, Fiction, historical fiction, history, horror, Nonfiction, poetry

Native American Heritage Month

November 24, 2020November 20, 2020 cgoodallmyapl

Check out these new books by Native American authors published in 2020. Titles include fantasy, historical fiction, horror, poetry. children's books, and more.

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classics, dystopian, fantasy, Fiction, history, Nonfiction, young adult fiction

Do You Know What it Means to Miss New Orleans?

July 23, 2020July 21, 2020 aleemyapl

That song, first heard in the movie New Orleans, was sung by Billie Holiday and performed by Louis Armstrong. It captures the feelings of the people who are enchanted by the unique spirit of the Crescent City. Explore the city in the books and music available at the library.

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biography, history, Nonfiction

Women Who Made History

July 16, 2020July 13, 2020 ashleyapl

Stories and profiles of women who’ve shaped our world, both in the spotlight and in the shadows.

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Fiction, historical fiction, history, Nonfiction

“What’s your name, man? Alexander Hamilton”

July 14, 2020July 13, 2020 aleemyapl

Addicted to Hamilton: The Musical? Explore a little further with these books and films.

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Fiction, historical fiction, history, Nonfiction

Let Freedom Ring!

June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 aleemyapl

Life, liberty, and the pursuit of a good book. Enjoy these books on 4th of July or any time of the year.

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