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Where did the expression "the real McCoy" come from? African-American inventor Elijah McCoy's successful design of an automatic oil cup may have inspired the popular phrase. This book introduces children to the life of the brilliant pioneer whose contributions to technology, science, and home are very much in evidence today. Beautiful paintings. Reading Level 3.
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paperback. Condition: Good. Wil Clay (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 0590435973-3-37009069
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The Real McCoy: The Life of an African American Inventor
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Scholastic, Inc. (edition ), 1993
ISBN 10: 0590435973
ISBN 13: 9780590435970
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Wil Clay (illustrator). It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0590435973-11-1
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Condition: Good. Wil Clay (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 39195266-6
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Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Wil Clay (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 39195266-6
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The Real McCoy: The Life of an African American Inventor
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Paperback. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Wil Clay (illustrator). Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0590435973I2N00
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Condition: good. Wil Clay (illustrator). A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail. Seller Inventory # OTV.0590435973.G
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paperback. Condition: New. Wil Clay (illustrator). In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Seller Inventory # Q-0590435973