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The Power of Words in Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’

In this comedic play by Shakespeare, readers discover that words have the power to unite lovers, divide them, and bring them together once again.
Can Longfellow’s ‘Hiawatha’ Still Speak to Us?
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Can Longfellow’s ‘Hiawatha’ Still Speak to Us?

‘The Song of Hiawatha’ was a cultural phenomenon in the 19th century but now is remembered mostly in parody.
Discipline and Love: The Daily Routine of Nathaniel Hawthorne
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Discipline and Love: The Daily Routine of Nathaniel Hawthorne

Hawthorne developed his routine in his youth, and marriage helped his art blossom.
Desi Arnaz: The Man Behind ‘I Love Lucy’
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Desi Arnaz: The Man Behind ‘I Love Lucy’

A pioneer of the TV industry, Lucille Ball’s husband had an eye for TV talent.
‘Sheepdogs’: A Mercenary Farce
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‘Sheepdogs’: A Mercenary Farce

‘Sheepdogs’ is a fast-paced, globe-trotting comedic thriller about two hapless ex-soldiers stealing a plane.

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The renowned writer tells of a match race, not between two horses, but between a man and a woman.
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‘The Perfect Tuba’: Those Low Notes in a Musical Ensemble

The large brass instrument in bands and orchestras gets a shout-out in this charming and informative book.
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