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Gettysburg Surgeons: Facing a Common Enemy in the Civil War’s Deadliest Battle

A fascinating and intriguing read that’s a great niche history for Civil War buffs and a fine addition to Civil War collections.
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Hope I Get Old Before I Die: Why Rock Stars Never Retire

The short chapters make this a fast read, and the variety of musicians reckoning with their legacy means that this should have appeal for a broad selection of readers and fans.
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The Bible Says So: What We Get Right (and Wrong) About Scripture’s Most Controversial Issues

At times it can be difficult to determine the audience McClellan hopes to reach, as the book’s chapters vary in length and depth, leaving some readers to find it too verbose. The work will best serves readers hoping to resolve specific issues with how the Bible is used in arguments and defenses of particular beliefs.
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For I Have Sinned: The Rise and Fall of Catholic Confession in America

O’Toole’s thorough book provides an intriguing commentary on the evolution of the religious ritual known as confession and perceptions about what is moral and right, then and now. Recommended for religion collections.

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Unforgettable Sacrifice: How Black Communities Remembered the Civil War

Green offers a foundational understanding of Black Civil War memory and encourages readers to continue to ask questions and gather more stories before they are further lost to time, thus continuing to dispel misconceptions and misinterpretations. An excellent companion to Levin’s Searching for Black Confederates and Roberts and Kyrtle’s Denmark Vesey’s Garden.

Calling In: How To Start Making Change with Those You’d Rather Cancel

This is a highly recommended, necessary read for anyone who finds themself grating against those with different political beliefs. Ross’s book has plenty of potential for discussions and healing relations between friends and family and maybe even strangers too.
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Perfect Is Boring (And It Tastes Like Kale): Finding Belonging and Purpose Without Changing Who You Are

A charming and quick read for those who need a boost in confidence and a chuckle. Great for humor and lifestyle collections.
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Civil Sights: Sweet Auburn, a Journey Through Atlanta’s National Treasure

An excellent Black history title, definitely for Southern libraries, but also a welcome choice for collections focused on the civil rights movement and a fun teaching aid.
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DIY Camper and RV Reno: Restoring and Designing Vintage, Retro, and Classic Trailers and RVs with Nailgun Nelly

A great addition for DIY and home improvement collections, and a title that will add a fun twist to travel displays.
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