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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.
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Belle Starr: The Truth Behind the Wild West Legend

Highly recommended, meticulously researched, and intriguing.
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Judy Garland: The Voice of MGM

Brogan excels at detailing the breadth of Garland’s career alongside the highs and lows of her personal life. This sizeable (11 x 8.5 in.) and fully illustrated book is best for libraries with larger performing arts sections.

Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television

Purdum’s access to the Arnaz family and unpublished records allows him to essentially fact-check the memoirs written by Arnaz and Ball, and his honest reflection of a complicated man is poignant and heartfelt.
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Dancing Down the Barricades: Sammy Davis Jr. and the Long Civil Rights Era

This thoughtful audio biography sheds light on Davis’s multifaceted career, offering valuable insights into Black history and the broader American political landscape during a period of social upheaval and transformation. Recommended for fans of Darryl Littleton’s Black Comedians on Black Comedy or those interested in the intersection of entertainment, race, and culture.

The Master of Drums: Gene Krupa and the Music He Gave the World

A substantial and engaging biography that contributes significantly to the history of jazz in the United States.
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E.D.E.N. Southworth’s Hidden Hand: The Untold Story of America’s Famous Forgotten Nineteenth-Century Author

Neal provides a well-researched look at a key figure in American literary history, bringing her back into the public eye. Recommended for researchers and readers with an interest in mid-1800s literary history.
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The Passion of Pedro Almodóvar: A Self-Portrait in Seven Films

This academic analysis will interest film students and general audiences intrigued by the prolific film auteur’s works.

By the Second Spring: Seven Lives and One Year of the War in Ukraine

Movingly and realistically portrayed, this is an important work of contemporary witness.

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