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Paperback. Condition: Good. One of America's greatest Christmas stories and also one of its very first -- from the period between the end of the Revolutionary War and the ratification of the Constitution -- was a creation of none other than George Washington. The story isn't just about Washington coming home for Christmas for the first time since the war began, but about the character of our most important Founding Father and about the precedent he set for democratic leadership. It is the story of a loving husband, a beloved military leader, and above all, a humble and great man. In late November 1783 when Washington finally received formal notice of the signing of a peace treaty with England he had little more than a month to accept the transfer of power from British troops in New York; to bid farewell to his troops; and to resign his commission to Congress if he hoped to make it to Mount Vernon for Christmas. He could have remained in charge of the army and become a virtual king to the Americans who loved him. Control of the newly forming government was his to take -- yet he chose to resign. It was that decision, coupled with his later decision to step down from the presidency after two terms, that rendered him the greatest character of the age (according to none other than King George I). Washington's homeward journey is one of the most moving and inspiring stories from his great and eventful life. When he bade farewell to his troops at Fraunces Tavern in New York City there were no dry eyes. When he reached Congress and gave a retirement speech, it cemented his greatness more fully than had his victory over the British. When he made it to Mount Vernon, finally, on Christmas Eve, it could not have been a happier homecoming. General Washington's Christmas Farewell is a deeply moving Christmas story as well as a great American story.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Evie Silver appears to have it all. A semi-celebrity in the British tabloids, she's known asmuch for her fame as a lite classical musician as for her own fabulous sense of style.But this self-made diva is dissatisfied with her stale, safe marriage to her collegesweetheart and her artistically shallow career. An extended trip to New York seems justthe thing, but Evie's problems in London make the transatlantic journey with her: themedia demands on an emerging pop starlet; the increasing threats of a determined stalker; and a long kept secret that could ruin her image and all of the relationships she holdsdear.…

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Paperback. Condition: Fair. From the acclaimed author of True North comes an unforgettable portrait of survival - both physical and emotional - with the rich textures of vineyard life. Hailed by reviewers from coast to coast for her exhilarating debut, this promising new talent now takes us to another captivating corner of the world, as seen through the eyes of remarkable young mother Miranda Perry.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Gray hair, wrinkles, papery skin, forgetfulness, extra weight around the belly. We all think we know what causes these signs of aging. But what if we've been wrong? In Stress Less (for Women), health and science journalist Thea Singer synthesizes groundbreaking scientific findings from around the world to reveal the true culprit: chronic stress. From the symptoms we see and feel down to the erosion of our DNA, chronic stress literally speeds up our biological clocks. But there is something we can do. This landmark book teaches women not only how to recognize their own triggers-from sleep deprivation and pessimism to over-exercising and dieting-but also offers easy fixes that reverse the damage and stop stress in its tracks. 'A fountain of youth between two covers.' Boston Herald 'A wonderfully engaging compilation of all the most recent scientific findings about stress. Full of wise suggestions, fascinating studies, and impressive examples, it's a book that could change your life and your health. It's done both for me.' Martha Beck, New York Times bestselling author of Finding your own North Star.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. From the acclaimed author of True North comes an unforgettable portrait of survival - both physical and emotional - with the rich textures of vineyard life. Hailed by reviewers from coast to coast for her exhilarating debut, this promising new talent now takes us to another captivating corner of the world, as seen through the eyes of remarkable young mother Miranda Perry.…

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Condition: Very Good. In the footsteps of>Desert Solitaire, these essays by an award-winning writer and student of culture sift decades of experience backpacking and boating for a stance that questions the mainstream. More than mere tales of bravado, they offer glimpses into the heart of the places explored, with the Grand Canyon as their center of gravity. Vivid, finely crafted, shot through with humor, self-effacing while deeply opinionated, No Walk in the Park shows what it means to meet nature on nature's terms. Listen at home in an armchair, or at a river camp, or before you go wandering. Join this author on a night hike to the great chasm's bottom; trek forty days in his company below one rim, or snowshoe the other; visit a Hopi mesa for a ceremony; marvel at hidden rock art; sip epic solitude; tag threatened fish; and float next to Glen Canyon's slickrock or below Niagara-size fleeting falls.…

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