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High Noon

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From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Searchers, the revelatory story behind the classic movie High Noon and the…

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The Great Quake

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In 1964, a record-shattering earthquake wreaked havoc in Alaska — yet also provided answers to a scientific mystery. A New York Times journalist weaves a tale of natural disaster and discovery in this “outstanding work of nonfiction” (Los Angeles Times).

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Apollo 8

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“The definitive story of what is, and always will be, one of humanity’s greatest adventures” (Scientific American): The US’s first mission to the moon is explored in captivating detail in this book with over 2,000 five-star Goodreads ratings. “Gripping” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

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Davenport House

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Isolated in the Pennsylvania countryside with her affluent and secretive family, Mary Davenport’s luxurious life comes to a halt when her father suddenly dies. But as she befriends the servants living downstairs, she’ll begin to uncover the secrets hidden within the manor’s finely decorated walls…

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The Woman Who Smashed Codes

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One of NPR’s Best Books of 2017! Although Elizebeth Smith Friedman was one of World War II’s greatest codebreakers, her story has not yet been told. An integral player in shaping modern intelligence, Elizebeth led a life that “should be the subject of a future Wonder Woman movie” (The New York Times).

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Eleanor and Hick

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This “intimate” dual biography (The Washington Post) delves into the relationship between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and reporter Lorena Hickok. “Poignant… Combining exhaustive research with emotional nuance, Quinn dives deep” (The Wall Street Journal).

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Rather Die Fighting

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As Nazi roundups devastated Poland and robbed Frank Blaichman of his family, the young Jewish man made the daring decision to fight back. This affecting memoir recounts his harrowing and courageous journey as a member of an underground resistance group.

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The Road to Jonestown

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A New York Times bestselling author sheds new light on the Jonestown massacre and Jim Jones’s evolution from preacher to cult leader. This “thoroughly chilling” account (The Boston Globe) paints “a disturbing portrait of evil” (San Francisco Chronicle).