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The Civil War
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4 editions published between 1989 and 2004 in English and held by 2,585 libraries worldwide An epic documentary bringing life to America's most destructive - and defining - conflict. Here is the saga of celebrated generals and the ordinary soldiers. A heroic and transcendent president and a country that had to divide itself in two in order to become one again.
The war
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10 editions published between 2007 and 2010 in English and held by 2,551 libraries worldwide Tells the story of ordinary people in four quintessentially American towns - Waterbury, Connecticut; Mobile, Alabama; Sacramento, California; and Luverne, Minnesota - and examines the ways in which the Second World War touched the lives of every family on every street in every town in America.
Thomas Jefferson
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16 editions published between 1996 and 2010 in English and held by 1,899 libraries worldwide Chronicles the life of Thomas Jefferson.
The national parks America's best idea
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8 editions published between 2009 and 2010 in English and held by 1,860 libraries worldwide Traces the birth of the national park idea in the mid-1800s and follows its evolution for nearly 150 years. Using archival photographs, first-person accounts of historical characters, personal memories and analysis from more than 40 interviews, the series chronicles the steady addition of new parks through the stories of the people who helped create them and save them from destruction.
Not for ourselves alone the story of Elizabeth Cady Stanton & Susan B. Anthony
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8 editions published between 1999 and 2004 in English and held by 1,786 libraries worldwide "The dramatic, little-known story of one of the most compelling friendships in American history. Elizabeth Stanton and Susan Anthony were born into a world ruled entirely by men. By the time their lives were over, they had changed for the better the lives of a majority of American citizens. Their personal relationship was often turbulent but they never wavered in their shared belief that equality was the birthright of every woman, and for more than half a century led the fight to make that dream a reality"--Container.
Frank Lloyd Wright
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12 editions published between 1998 and 2010 in English and held by 1,705 libraries worldwide Uses interviews and archival footage to tell the story of the melodramatic life and stunning architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright. Discusses some of the 800+ buildings designed by Wright, including the Guggenheim Museum, the Johnson Wax Building, Fallingwater, Unity Temple, and Taliesin. Examines how Wright's buildings and ideas changed the way we live, work, and see the world around us. Documents the turbulence of Wright's personal life, including his three marriages, financial troubles, and many scandals.
Lewis & Clark the journey of the Corps of Discovery
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15 editions published between 1997 and 2009 in English and held by 1,663 libraries worldwide Tells the story of the most important expedition in American history, led by Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Includes the stories of the young army men, French-Canadian boatmen, Clark's African-American slave, and the Shoshone woman named Sacagawea who went with them.
Mark Twain
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7 editions published between 2001 and 2005 in English and held by 1,436 libraries worldwide Recounts Mark Twain's life told primarily through his own words. Includes interviews with Hal Holbrook, Arthur Miller, William Styron and many others.
Lewis & Clark the journey of the Corps of Discovery
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1 edition published in 1997 in English and held by 1,384 libraries worldwide Tells the story of the most important expedition in American history, led by Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Includes the stories of the young army men, French-Canadian boatmen, Clark's African-American slave, and the Shoshone woman named Sacagawea who went with them.
The West
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20 editions published between 1996 and 2003 in English and held by 1,188 libraries worldwide Chronicles the history of the American West beginning before the European settlers and continuing into the 20th century. Includes the peoples, the wagon trains, the Gold Rush, the Civil War, the transcontinental railroad and the destruction of the buffalo, wars against the Indians, settlers in the West, the Wounded Knee massacre, and beginnings of the new West.
Empire of the air the men who made radio
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16 editions published between 1991 and 2010 in English and held by 1,145 libraries worldwide Story of radio from 1906-1955 and the three men who made it happen: Lee de Forest, Edwin Howard Armstrong, and David Sarnoff. Combines archival photographs, newsreels of the period, interviews, and radio soundtrack.
Jazz
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14 editions published between 2000 and 2010 in English and held by 1,108 libraries worldwide 10 episodes tracing the history of jazz from its roots in the African-American community of New Orleans to its heights and continuing presence.
People like us social class in America
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5 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in English and held by 1,006 libraries worldwide How do income, family background, education, attitudes, aspirations, and even appearance mark someone as a member of a particular social class? Discusses how social class plays a role in the lives of all Americans, whether they live in Park Avenue penthouses, Appalachian trailer parks, bayou houseboats or suburban gated communities. Travels across the U.S. to present stories of family traditions, class mobility, and different lifestyle choices.
The Congress
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9 editions published between 1988 and 2003 in English and held by 992 libraries worldwide Explores the history and promise of one of the country's most important and least understood institutions. The film chronicles the personalities, events and issues that have animated the first 200 years of Congress.
The Civil War
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26 editions published between 1989 and 2010 in English and held by 976 libraries worldwide The Civil War is the first full scale film history of the terrible conflict that tore the country apart and defined us as a nation. Discusses various battles and their impact on a divided country.
Through deaf eyes
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5 editions published between 2007 and 2009 in English and held by 938 libraries worldwide Exploring nearly 200 years of Deaf life in America, this film presents the shared experiences of American history--family life, education, work, and community connections--from the perspective of deaf citizens. Interviews include community leaders, historians, and deaf Americans with diverse views on language use, technology, and identity. The documentary also takes a straightforward look at life for people who are part of the cultural-linguistic group who use American Sign Language and often define themselves as "Deaf" with a capital and cultural "D" and deaf people who, for a variety of reasons, do not identify with the Deaf cultural community. The history often shows that intersections between deaf and Deaf people are many and that oppression and discrimination are common experiences.
Frederick Douglass when the lion wrote history
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11 editions published between 1994 and 1998 in English and held by 904 libraries worldwide Based upon his writings and speeches, this is the story of Frederick Douglass, an elegant orator and provocative abolitionist.
The life and times of Frida Kahlo
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7 editions published between 2004 and 2010 in English and held by 874 libraries worldwide Frida Kahlo transformed her life by painting herself and by making her own life a work of art. One critic identifies Kahlo as a definitive example of Mexico's mixteca, or mixed-race, majority, equal parts Spanish and indigenous. Frida's inward-looking obsession with her physical infirmities, abetted by the emotional roller coaster of her faithless marriage, led her to her artistic voice--painting images of her pain. Combining photos, archival films and interviews, the films grasps the complete story of Kahlo's life in all its dimensions, a mix of artistic discovery, physical challenge, and political activism, with Kahlo's artwork making a strong case for her lasting artistic importance.
The West
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9 editions published between 1996 and 2010 in English and held by 854 libraries worldwide Chronicles the history of the American West, starting with the first European explorations and ending with the beginning of the 20th century. Examines the impact of the white settlers on the lives of the Native Americans and the land. Also discusses the Gold Rush, the Civil War, the building of the transcontinental railroad, the battle of Little Bighorn, and the massacre at Wounded Knee.
Baseball
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8 editions published between 1994 and 2010 in English and held by 805 libraries worldwide Nine-part program on the history of baseball. more
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Greater Washington Educational Telecommunications Association. WETA-TV (Television station)
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