Jacqueline Parascandola

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John Hancock: First To Sign, First To Invest in America’s Independence

An interesting look at one of the lesser-studied Founders, in which Randall contextualizes an important figure in U.S. history.

Annapolis Goes to War: The Naval Academy Class of 1940 and Its Trial by Fire in World War II

An often-moving account of a group of young officers in World War II, skillfully told by one of the country’s premier authorities on U.S. Naval history and recommended for anyone interested in military history.
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The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler’s All-Female Concentration Camp

Best suited for readers who enjoy history, predominantly World War II accounts, and gender studies.

1861: The Lost Peace

A relatively little-known account of prewar efforts to reach a consensus. This engaging volume has impeccable research and is recommended for anyone who enjoys U.S. history, notably the Civil War, and American politics.

Cataloging Library Resources: An Introduction

A well-written, user-friendly text specifically geared toward library support staff and aligned with ALA’s Library Support Staff Certification. Best suited for staff members with little cataloguing experience who need to process materials, but also useful as a refresher for anyone who does not catalogue on a regular basis.
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Isaac Bashevis Singer: Writings on Yiddish and Yiddishkayt; A Spiritual Reappraisal, 1946–1955

A wonderful collection by an expert storyteller, in a translation that lends vibrancy to the essays. Ideal for readers interested in Jewish studies and literature.

Inclusive Cataloging: Histories, Context, and Reparative Approaches

This thoughtful guide is a critical aid in supporting library professionals as they make changes to decrease the harm caused by their institution’s catalogue. Recommended for anyone who works in a gallery, library, archive, or museum and is looking to address bias in their collections.

Naples 1944: The Devil’s Paradise at War

A well-researched, meticulous account of life for the people of Naples during and immediately after the war, for readers interested in Italian and World War II history.

The Book of Pasta

A helpful volume for cooks at all levels of experience who are looking for a new recipe or who want to try a different type of pasta.
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