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Perhaps no other figure in American history is more shrouded in myth and legend than David ("Davy") Crockett, the Tennessee frontiersman whose death at the Alamo in 1836 ensured his place in the Valhalla of American heroes. Crockett himself was responsible for much of the folklore about his life. A gregarious, fun-loving man, he was more than capable of spinning tall tales over a "horn" of liquor. But in truth David Crockett was a true self-made
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Profiles of eleven women who distinguished themselves in major or minor ways in America's history: Willa Cather, Molly Pitcher, Susan B. Anthony, Sacajawea, Martha Washington, Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Emily Dickinson, Clara Barton, Emma Lazarus, Amelia Earhart, and Dolly Madison.
13) Jane Addams
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A biography of Jane Addams, describing her founding of Hull House and her efforts to abolish child labor, establish juvenile courts, and find employment for the poor.
14) William Penn
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The life of the English gentleman who became a Quaker and established the colony of Pennsylvania as a peaceful settlement with religious freedom for all and friendly relations with the Indians.
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Greatest American Hero volume 7
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When one of his students is suspected of arson, Ralph enlists the help of Pam and Maxwell to prove the boy's innocence.
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Greatest American Hero volume 8
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Ralph revs up his unpredictable super powers, racing to Pam's rescue when her promotion to junior law partner becomes a death sentence.
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Greatest American Hero volume 6
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Ralph retires the suit after his super-heroics result in a near-tragedy. But Maxwell enlists his help to prevent a wartime buddy - now a jaded cop - from turning crooked.
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Greatest American Hero volume 4
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Maxwell and Hinkley are in the midst of international affairs that could gravely affect the world.
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