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WASHINGTON, D.C. HISTORY
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| Exclusively U.S. Capitol Trivia Anthony S. Pitch trade paper 172 pages 0931719119 4.95 Here is a welcome new addition to the author's popular D.C. trivia series. This time the historian's eye is on the U.S. Capitol and the presidents and lawmakers who made their marks there. |
 
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| Exclusively Washington Trivia Anthony S. Pitch trade paper 0-931719-00-3 172 pages 4.95 History, politics, scandal, sports and much more minutiae. |
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| Exclusively White House Trivia Anthony S. Pitch trade paper 0-931719-10-0 172 pages 4.95 The cast may change, but fascination for 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue lives on. |
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| First Ladies Fandex Family Field Guide paper, hinged Carolyn Vaughan 9780761129448 51 die-cut cards cards 10.95 Here is a chronological field guide that brings the worlds of Michelle, Dolley, Jackie, Eleanor, Mamie and Martha to your fingertips. |
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| The Flying Cat and Other Amazing Stories of the Washington Monument 2nd ed Jim Berard trade paper 9780978646202 144 pages 9.95 First, it’s tall like its subject matter, which is delightful right away. Second, the author’s eye for historical detail and interesting anecdotes make this a great read for everyone from students to historians. |
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| Ghosts of the White House Cheryl Harness trade paper 48 pages 0-689-84892-7 7.99 Young Sara's "normal" tour of the White House turns very special when the ghosts of all the former Presidents give her their unique insights on the history of the executive mansion and the roles they played in their own times. Detailed illustrations help these "ghosts" bring history to life. |
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| Jerks in Washington, D.C. History Emilee Hines trade paper 9780762760336 234 pages 16.95 This entry in the “Speaking Ill of the Dead” series features seventeen short profiles of colorful antiheroes from the history of the nation’s capital. But there are also some entries that are controversial. T.J. a jerk? Judge for yourself. |
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| Jewish Washington: Scrapbook of an American Community Jewish Historical Society of Greater Washington Apelbaum and Turman, editors hardcover 108 pages 9780979236501 36.00 A wealth of images, many never seen before by the public, depict a Washington that is the hometown to the sixth largest Jewish community in the United States. The large format and scrapbook-style graphic design, make this a compelling history of a vibrant community. |
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| Long Shadows: The Farewell to JFK Jim Leeke trade paper 156 pages 9780972227421 16.95 For four grey and cold days in 1963, the nation absorbed the shock of a young president fallen. This is the story of those historic days and the role played by the 3rd U.S. Infantry, the “Old Guard.” |
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| On This Spot 4th ed Douglas E. Evelyn & Paul Dickson trade paper 9780918339744 308 pages 16.95 Like the times it so vividly celebrates, this perennial seller marches forward in a handsome fourth edition. Accessible and entertaining, it is a key to a rich and sometimes surprising history. |
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| Peirce Mill: Two Hundred Years in the Nation’s Capital Steve Dryden trade paper 9780976090557 124 pages 15.99 This story of a cherished landmark is a reminder that the “hometown” Washington exists beyond the monuments on the Mall, and has a rich and engaging history all its own. B & w photos. |
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| Presidents and Their Wives trade paper 9780965631525 80 pages 3.95 Containing not only presidential biographies, but life stories of the first ladies, this book offers a full perspective. Also included are facts about the White House and a list of the presidents’ parents. |
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| Presidents Fandex Family Field Guide paper, hinged Steven Aronson 9780761112037 52 die-cut cards 10.95 The hinged diecuts present a chronological field guide to all 44 of America’s chief executives. Find your favorites. |
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| The Secret Architecture of Our Nation's Capital David Ovason trade paper 526 pages 9780060953683 15.95 This ambitious work looks at the Capitol, the Washington Monument, city planning and the numerous zodiacs located throughout the city. Explore the meanings behind the mysterious symbols in Washington. |
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| Solomon's Builders Christopher Hodapp trade paper 336 pages 9781569755792 14.95 Follow George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and other Founding Fathers as they transform the democratic principles of their Masonic lodges into a radical new nation. B & w illustrations. |
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| True Secrets of Washington, D.C. Revealed! Scott Gutelius et al trade paper 96 pgs 0-9672819-7-0 14.95 Fun to pick up and read on any page, here is a collection of great facts you probably never knew on subjects like Politics and War, Building Oddities, Great Contributions, Statues and much more. |
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| Voices from a Chorus Paula Bresnan Gibson hardcover 9780983902409 226 pages 24.95 Drawing on compelling conversations with members and friends of the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, D.C., this is a tapestry of stories and reflections that impart moving insights about music, understanding and acceptance. |
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| Washington Meg Greenfield hardcover 242 pages 1-58648-027-8 6.98 A great price for the perspective on the city offered by one of its most prominent Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists. We love the way she describes how political Washington works-- like high school. |
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| Washington, D.C. The Growth of the City Jefferson C. Hamburg hardcover 160 pages 9780785822134 9.99 Packed with modern and archival images, here is three hundred years of excitement, evolution and expansion in the only city in the United States that does not lie within a state. |
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| Washington Images James M. Goode and Laura Burd Schiavo hardcover 96 pages 0976090503 19.95 The rare maps and prints of Washington, D.C. collected by Albert H. Small range from the late 18th through the early 20th century. These intriguing artifacts still teach about the city and served as the inaugural exhibit at the City Museum. |
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| The Washington National Mall Peter R. Penczer trade paper 128 pages 9780962984129 9.95 hardcover 128 pages 9780962984136 19.95 This long-anticipated title proves to be very much worth the wait. Historic and modern images of the Mall coupled with an intelligent and accessible text make this a great memento for visitors and celebration of local history for natives. Color and B & w photos. |
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| White House Confidential Stebben & Hill trade paper 350 pages 1581825447 14.95 They may have occupied the highest office in the land, but our presidents certainly had their own foibles, follies, fibs and moral failures, as this entertaining chronicle attests. |
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