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Learn about Boston's molasses disaster of 1919, when a storage tank
burst and flooded the streets, in this latest addition to the New
York Times Bestselling What Was? series. An unusually warm winter
day resulted in 2.3 million gallons of molasses flooding the North
End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The disaster killed
twenty-one people and injured 150 others. Rescue missions were
launched to save people from the sticky and deadly mess, led by the
Red Cross, the Army, the Navy, and the Massachusetts Nautical
School. With the help of hundreds of volunteers over the course of
several weeks, the streets were cleaned up. But the smell of
molasses and the horror of the preventable tragedy lingered for
decades to come.
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Who Is Harry Styles?
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Andrew Thomson
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Learn about the life of one of today's most popular musicians in
this Who HQ Now biography about Harry Styles and his exciting
career from One Direction to his Grammy-winning solo performances.
In 2010, Harry Styles was thrust into the spotlight when he
auditioned for X-Factor and was placed in a new band called One
Direction. That band of five young men would go on to place third
in the competition, but their time together wouldn't stop there.
They went on to release five albums and headline four international
tours. When the band went on a break in 2016, Harry Styles decided
to pursue his dream of being a solo artist. Since then, Harry has
released three albums, sold out massive tours, and won a Grammy
award. In addition to his musical success, Harry has also acted in
several blockbuster movies, including Dunkirk and Don't Worry
Darling. In everything that he does, Harry inspires his fans to
"Treat People With Kindness," his slogan that encourages people to
love and respect everyone around them.
Learn about Boston's molasses disaster of 1919, when a storage tank
burst and flooded the streets, in this latest addition to the New
York Times Bestselling What Was? series. An unusually warm winter
day resulted in 2.3 million gallons of molasses flooding the North
End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The disaster killed
twenty-one people and injured 150 others. Rescue missions were
launched to save people from the sticky and deadly mess, led by the
Red Cross, the Army, the Navy, and the Massachusetts Nautical
School. With the help of hundreds of volunteers over the course of
several weeks, the streets were cleaned up. But the smell of
molasses and the horror of the preventable tragedy lingered for
decades to come.
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Who Is Ken Jennings? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Jake Murray
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Part of the #1 New York Times bestselling series, this Who HQ Now
book tells the amazing story of an unknown trivia buff who became
the all-time greatest contestant on Jeopardy! Ken Jennings is
considered the greatest of all-time contestants on Jeopardy! and
became a household name after his impressive 74-game winning
streak. After the passing of longtime host Alex Trebek, Jennings
became the first guest to host Jeopardy! Read more about Ken
Jennings and his curious life in this Who HQ Now biography.
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Who Is Harry Styles?
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Learn about the life of one of today's most popular musicians in
this Who HQ Now biography about Harry Styles and his exciting
career from One Direction to his Grammy-winning solo performances.
In 2010, Harry Styles was thrust into the spotlight when he
auditioned for X-Factor and was placed in a new band called One
Direction. That band of five young men would go on to place third
in the competition, but their time together wouldn't stop there.
They went on to release five albums and headline four international
tours. When the band went on a break in 2016, Harry Styles decided
to pursue his dream of being a solo artist. Since then, Harry has
released three albums, sold out massive tours, and won a Grammy
award. In addition to his musical success, Harry has also acted in
several blockbuster movies, including Dunkirk and Don't Worry
Darling. In everything that he does, Harry inspires his fans to
"Treat People With Kindness," his slogan that encourages people to
love and respect everyone around them.
Grab your Js and hit the court with this Who Was? biography about NBA superstar Michael Jordan.
Meet the man who changed the game forever. Michael Jordan has always been competitive--even as a young boy, he fought for attention. His need to be the best made him a star player on his college basketball team and helped him become an NBA legend, both for his skills and his endorsements. His Nike contract for Air Jordan basketball shoes set an unmatched precedent for professional athletes. Author Kirsten Anderson takes readers through each exciting moment, detailing the iconic reverse lay-ups and jump shots of Michael Jordan's storied career.
Grab your Js and hit the court with this Who Was? biography about
NBA superstar Michael Jordan. Meet the man who changed the game
forever. Michael Jordan has always been competitive--even as a
young boy, he fought for attention. His need to be the best made
him a star player on his college basketball team and helped him
become an NBA legend, both for his skills and his endorsements. His
Nike contract for Air Jordan basketball shoes set an unmatched
precedent for professional athletes. Author Kirsten Anderson takes
readers through each exciting moment, detailing the iconic reverse
lay-ups and jump shots of Michael Jordan's storied career.
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Who Is Zendaya? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Manuel Gutierrez
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Zendaya began her acting career at age thirteen when she landed one
of the starring roles in the Disney Channel's Shake It Up. Since
then, the actress has not slowed down, starring in action-packed
superhero films, dazzling movie musicals, and highly acclaimed TV
shows. At only twenty-four, Zendaya won her first Primetime Emmy
Award for her performance in the hit TV show Euphoria. The
Hollywood star is an actress, singer, model, style icon, and also
an activist who advocates for causes like feminism, anti-bullying,
anti-racism, and voter registration. Learn all about the
star-studded career and the inspiring life of Zendaya in this new
book that was voted for by young readers worldwide!
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Who Was Michelangelo? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Gregory Copeland
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Michelangelo created some of the world's most recognisable art,
from the statue of David to the intricate ceiling fresco of the
Sistine Chapel. Beyond his well-known painting and sculpting, he
was a gifted poet and architect. Young readers can learn about the
entirety of Michelangelo's life, from his time as a young
apprentice, his relationships with several Catholic popes and the
Medici family, to his unwillingness to stop working into his late
eighties. A perfect read for art lovers and fans of the
Renaissance.
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Who Is Judy Blume? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Ted Hammond
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Learn how Judy Blume went from a stay-at-home mother to one of the most beloved American authors of the twentieth century.
Readers adore Judy Blume for her personal stories about the journey from childhood to adolescence. She has always been an imaginative person and an avid reader. As a child, Judy spent time looking through library shelves for the perfect books, and if she couldn't find the right ones, she entertained herself by making up stories in her head. When she got older, Judy started writing her stories down. Although readers fell in love with characters like Margaret Simon and Fudge Hatcher, some parents challenged some of her titles, including Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret, for discussing sensitive issues. Despite all the controversy, this award-winning author and her books have remained popular among fans, both old and new.
Walt Whitman was a printer, journalist, editor, and school teacher.
But today, he's recognised as one of America's founding poets, a
man who changed American literature forever. Throughout his life,
Walt journeyed everywhere, from New York to New Orleans, Washington
D.C. to Denver, taking in all that America had to offer. With the
Civil War approaching, he saw a nation deeply divided, but he also
understood the power of words to inspire unity. So in 1855, Walt
published a short collection of poems, Leaves of Grass, a book
about the America he saw and believed in. Though hated and
misunderstood by many at the time, Walt's writing introduced an
entirely new writing style: one that broke forms, and celebrated
the common man, human body, and the diversity of America.
Generations later, readers can still find themselves in Whitman's
words, and recognise the America he depicts. Who Was Walt Whitman?
follows his remarkable journey from a young New York printer to one
of America's most beloved literary figures.
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Who Is Kamala Harris? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Manuel Gutierrez
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On November 7, 2020, Kamala Harris, a senator from California,
became the first woman and the first African-American and South
Asian-American person to be elected to the vice presidency. While
her nomination for this position was not unexpected, her rise to
national prominence was one filled with unexpected turns and
obstacles. After failing her first bar exam to become a lawyer, she
tried again and passed. From there, she quickly rose through the
legal ranks, serving as district attorney of San Francisco, then
California's attorney general, and soon, senator. As a politician,
Kamala Harris has been a vocal champion of progressive reforms and
women's rights. This exciting story details the defining moments of
what led to her nomination and all the monumental ones since that
have shaped her career and the future of America.
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Who Was P. T. Barnum? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Stephen Marchesi
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Ladies and Gentlemen, children of all ages, step right up for Who HQ's entertaining biography of P. T. Barnum: politician, businessman, and The Greatest Showman on Earth!
After moving from Connecticut to New York City in 1834, twenty-four-year-old Phineas Taylor Barnum launched his now-legendary career as a showman. Even though spectators debated whether his exhibitions were authentic wonders, hoaxes, or a little bit of both, they were always astounded by what they saw. And readers are sure to be amazed by the story of how Barnum went from owning a museum filled with rare and unusual items to transforming the American circus into a popular and thrilling phenomenon.
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Who Was Andy Warhol? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Gregory Copeland
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Best known for his screen prints of soup cans and movie stars, this
shy young boy from Pittsburgh shot to fame with his radical ideas
of what "art" could be. Working in the aptly named "Factory,"
Warhol's paintings, movies, and eccentric lifestyle blurred the
lines between pop culture and art, ushering in the Pop Art movement
and, with it, a national obsession. "Who Was Andy Warhol?" tells
the story of an enigmatic man who grew into a cultural icon.
First comprehensive survey of the Pop Surrealism/Lowbrow art
movement. With its origins in 1960's hot rod culture and
underground comics, Pop Surrealism has evolved into a vilified,
vital, and exciting art movement. Includes: * informative essays by
art luminaries Robert Williams, Carlo McCormick, and Larry Reid * a
forward by Kirsten Anderson * images from twenty-three of the
movment's top artists including: Anthony Ausgang, Glenn Barr, Tim
Biskup, Kalynn Campbell, The Clayton Brothers, Joe Coleman, Camille
Rose Garcia, Alex Gross, Charles Krafft, Liz McGrath, Scott
Musgrove, Niagara, The Pizz, Lisa Petrucci, Mark Ryden, Isabel
Samaras, Todd Schorr, Shag, Robert Williams, and Eric White.
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Who Is Elton John? (Paperback)
Kirsten Anderson, Who Hq; Illustrated by Joseph J M Qiu
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How does a little boy from the London suburbs named Reginald
Kenneth Dwight grow up to become one of the biggest pop stars of
all time? A lot of talent and a lot of personality! Elton John, as
he would later call himself, started playing piano at the age of
three. Although he was trained to play classical music, Elton's
real love was rock and roll. He cut his first album in 1969 and has
dominated the airwaves ever since with songs like "Your Song,"
"Crocodile Rock" and "Can You Feel the Love Tonight." Known for his
outlandish stage costumes and giant glasses, Elton John continues
to write songs for Broadway musicals, Hollywood soundtracks, and
Top-40 hits.
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