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Land of Lincoln, Thy Wondrous Story: 150th Jubilee Chronicle of the Illinois State Society of Washington, D.c.

Mark Q. Rhoads

Land of Lincoln, Thy Wondrous Story: 150th Jubilee Chronicle of the Illinois State Society of Washington, D.c. Mark Q. Rhoads List Price: $35.00
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The Memoirs of George Miller Norris of Washington, D.C.

George Miller Norris

The Memoirs of George Miller Norris of Washington, D.C. George Miller Norris List Price: $20.00
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Race, Class, and the Struggle for Neighborhood in Washington, DC (Studies in African American History and Culture)

Nelson F. Kofie

Race, Class, and the Struggle for Neighborhood in Washington, DC (Studies in African American History and Culture) Nelson F. Kofie Amazon Price: $145.00
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This case study examines how low-income residents, community leaders, the Nation of Islam, and the police joined forces to close down an open air drug market. The research shows how a previously stable black community became severely destabilized and documents the efforts of community members to mobilize their neighbors around home ownership, tenant empowerment and jobs.
Adopting a holistic perspective, the author examines tensions between opportunities and constraints dictating the aspirations of individuals, the historical factors influencing the course of events in their community, and the agenda of various government and private agencies. This three-year ethnographic study observed the community's rejuvenation and the drastic reduction in drug-related crimes, antagonism between the police and the Nation of Islam, and the demise of the HUD funded tenants' home ownership initiative.
(Ph.D. dissertation, George Washington University, 1996; revised with new preface, introduction, bibliography, and index)

The A to Z of Washington, D.C. (A to Z Guide Series)

Robert Benedetto, Jane Donovan, Kathleen DuVall

The A to Z of Washington, D.C. (A to Z Guide Series) Robert Benedetto, Jane Donovan, Kathleen DuVall Amazon Price: $37.00
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Washington (Places and History)

Marcella Colombo, Gianfranco Peroncini

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Taking readers on an insider’s tour of Capitol Hill, The Mall, The White House, and Georgetown, this volume presents the history of Washington, D.C., through a rich array of gatefolds, vintage maps and plates, painting reproductions, etchings, and stunning photography. Superb images evoke the awesome vastness of Arlington Cemetery, the stunning architecture of Georgetown, and much more. The text brings to life the heart and soul of this city, revealing Washington’s evolution as a place of political action and pilgrimage and depicting such historical moments as The Freedom March led by Martin Luther King, Jr. and the attack on the Pentagon on 9/11.

WASHINGTON DC

Smithsonian

WASHINGTON DC Smithsonian List Price: $39.95
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This book of the nation's capital offers an insider's view of the District of Columbia, from the glory of its monuments to the charm and diversity of its neighborhoods. White House photographers, caretakers of national monuments and memorials, and others behind the scenes reveal a rare perspective on the city's many treasures and secrets. 240 illustrations, 178 in color.

Washington, D.C. From A to Z: The Look-UP Source to Everything to See & Do in the Nation's Capital (City Guide Series)

Paul Wasserman, Don Hausrath

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Everything you need to know about exploring Washington DC all in one handy book organized alphabetically for easy reference.

"Washington DC From A to Z" is an easy-to-use guide for anyone exploring the nation’s capital. Organized alphabetically, there are over 1900 entries under easy-to-find headings like Washington Monument, Smithsonian, Jefferson Memorial, and Hard Rock Cafe. Written by a distinguished library scientist and a Washington, DC native, each entry includes a description, location, telephone number, explanation on how to get there, and other details such as hours of operation, admission charges, and credit card acceptability. Cross references lead to additional information on each topic. This book offers users a convenient, simple approach to information about the hundreds of topics of interest to tourists and natives in Washington, D.C.

Washington: Seasons of the Capital

Philip Kopper

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Frommer's Washington, D.C. from $80 a Day

Elise Ford

Frommer's Washington, D.C. from $80 a Day Elise Ford List Price: $15.99
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Frommer's is the name you can trust for great travel bargains. Our acclaimed $-a-Day series is not for backpackers who want to rough it, but for travelers with taste, who've outgrown their student lifestyle and demand comfortable accommodations and good, authentic meals at a reasonable price. Each guide is loaded with detailed listings for mom-and-pop motels, B&Bs, comfortable guesthouses, good-value bistros, and ethnic restaurants. You'll find a bargain-hunter's shopping guide, affordable fun after dark, and complete sightseeing coverage, including the best things to do for free (or almost).

Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. Every Frommer's $-a-Day Guide is up-to-date, with dozens of color maps and exact prices for every single expense, so you can accurately plan each day's budget. Frommer's knows that affordable travel doesn't have to mean making sacrifices. It's about having fun and getting a great deal!

Let Frommer's show you how to experience the best of the nation's capital while keeping your budget balanced with Frommer's Washington, D.C., from $70 a Day. Meticulously researched by our expert author, a longtime resident, it's packed with tips that will help you save money and have you navigating the city like a pro in no time.

You'll rely on our candid, in-depth reviews of inviting and affordable places to stay, from spacious family suites to quaint B&Bs. We've got cheap eats galore, from fabulous ethnic restaurants and neighborhood bistros to good-value choices near all the major sights.

Frommer's will show you how to explore the halls of power and watch your government at work. We'll take you to all the monuments and memorials, historic sites, and world-class museums, and we'll show you great things to do for free (or almost), including outdoor concerts, discounts on theater tickets, spectacular parks and gardens, and much more. We'll help you keep the kids entertained, take you on memorable side trips to side trips to Mount Vernon and Alexandria, and show you how to save money on everything from airfares to riding the Metro. You'll even get a free color fold-out map!

Like A Mighty Stream: The March on Washington, August 28, 1963

Patrik Henry Bass

Like A Mighty Stream: The March on Washington, August 28, 1963 Patrik Henry Bass List Price: $18.95
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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Tell all the children this story! 5 out of 5 stars.
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Like A Mighty Stream is amazing! I was surprised how Bass makes you feel as if you are one of the marchers going to Washington, D.C. for the March. He really takes you there. I was leery at first when I saw this book in a magazine. I thought, "Oh no. Not another back in the day book." This is a historical event that we all should know about, and not just during Dr. King's holiday, Black History Month, and an anniversary. This was one of the most important events of the 20th century, and so few people know about it. Bass makes the book very relevant with the remembrances of people who attended the March, and he offers their insightful comments on how far we've come as a nation, and how much further we have to go. The book is fast-paced, funny, and filled with facts. There were many historical anecdotes that I'd never heard of before. I highly recommend this book for parents who are interested in giving their children a view of history that isn't always shared in classrooms. This is a story of America at its best...we need to tell the children this story!

Editorial Review:

The March on Washington, one of the most significant public events of the 20th century, is remembered in this amazing book that details the defining moment of the Civil Rights Movement. On August 28, 1963, people from all walks of life and socioeconomic backgrounds, races and religions came together to support a national civil rights initiative. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s stirring delivery of his now historic "I Have a Dream" speech signaled a turning point in United States contemporary history for a generation, a nation, and the world. Acclaimed journalist and author Patrik Henry Bass weaves eyewitness accounts, photographs, reporting, and observations into a memorable mosaic of one of the most unforgettable events in American history.

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