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February 24, 2017

Book recs for Oscar-nominated characters »

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It's Oscar weekend, and we thought it would be fun to offer up some book recommendations to the men, women, and one bunny, who appear in the Oscar-nominated films.

Share you thoughts on our recommendations, and offer up your own in the comments or on Twitter using the hashtag #OscarBookRec

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January 20, 2017

Flashback Friday: Presidential picks »

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Inauguration Day is the perfect time to reflect on Presidents past and present and so we're revisiting a post from November 4, 2016. (more…)

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November 4, 2016

Election roundup: Presidential history for adults & kids »

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It's been a quite a week in these here parts, what with our (Chicago's) World Series victory and all. We now turn our attention to the election! We've collected titles for adults (some quirky, some not) and kids who are curious about presidents, election history, and our nation's capital. You will b…

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May 2, 2016

A dozen books for Mom on Mother’s Day »

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Mother's Day is just around the corner (May 8!), which means it's time to find the perfect gift for that special mother-figure in your life. Check out our suggestions below, and our complete Mother's Day collection.
If your mom is into The Great Wide Open:

Grandma Gatewood's Walk_pb  Heirloom Plants  Eating Appalachia

Grandma Gatewood's Walk: “Th…

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April 4, 2016

Play Ball! Baseball History for Kids (and adults, too) »

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Despite the wintry temperatures here in Chicago, Opening Day makes spring coming seem like a reality (the jury's still out on summer, though). To welcome baseball season, we're excited to share Baseball History for Kids: America at Bat from 1900 to Today, by Richard Panchyk—the first sports title …

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February 15, 2016

Books for Presidents’ Day »

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For Presidents' Day, here are seven books from our award-winning For Kids series to introduce budding historians  to the lives and times of our past commanders in chief, as well as their famous home, and (coming in July) our capital city.

 

Abraham Lincoln for Kids by Janis Herbert



2008



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January 18, 2016

Books for Martin Luther King Day »

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Looking for some additional reading in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day? We've compiled nine titles to help kids and adults learn more about Dr. King, the era he lived in, and the impact of his life.

 

The Civil Rights Movement for Kids by Mary C. Turck



Children disco…

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December 11, 2015

5 Books for Music Fans »

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From Bowie to Belle & Sebastian, here are some books for the musician or die-hard fan on your list—and you can check out the rest of our music books, too. Remember: your entire order on our website is 50% off through December 31 with the code HOLIDAY2015.

Bowie on Bowie edited by Sean E

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December 8, 2015

7 Books for the History Buffs on Your List »

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Snag one of these history titles for your friend, aunt, or father-in-law...or for yourself! Don't forget your entire order on our website is 50% off with the code HOLIDAY2015.*

Abe & Fido
Abe & Fido

"Abe & Fido is entertaining, but it's more than a novelty. Algeo makes the case that Lincoln wa…

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December 4, 2015

Food & Spirits Books for the Holidays »

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Spirit of PlaceSpirit of Place


by Charles MacLean, photography by Lara Platman and Allan MacDonald


“A superb gift for a Scotch connoisseur.” —The Tasting Panel

"This is armchair travel at its best." —The Wall Street Journal

 

 

AAmerican Wine covermerican Wine


by Tom Acitelli


“An engaging, anecdotal…

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