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The story of a Palestinian Christian and his courageous pursuit of peace and reconciliation.

Offers the theory that increasing violence in society can be traced back to violence in the home, and presents a series of proposals for change.

An introduction to the career and writings of poet and author Margaret Atwood. Examines her life, contexts, works, and critical reception over the years.

A biography of the former Black Hawk, now with the Winnipeg Jets, who is sometimes called the world's greatest hockey player.

Meet Gary Paulsen, the author of many award-winning books for young readers, including three Newbery Honor Books - Dogsong, Hatchet, and The Winter Room. Learn how he uses the people, places, and events in his own life as ideas for his stories. You and your students will join twelve-year-old David Tobias from New Jersey as he visits Gary Paulsen at his ranch in New Mexico and talks with the author about The River, The Cookcamp, The Monument, and other favorites.