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Do heroes need heroes? Here's how Amelia Earhart, the most famous aviator of the 1920's and 1930's followed in the footsteps of the most famous aviator of the 1910's

When her beloved spy notebook falls into the wrong hands, Harriet M. Welsch is forced to face the wrath of her peers and confront unpleasant truths about herself.

Tamara Leigh's new book introduces readers to a new friend in Piper Wick and is captivating in its effortless first-person writing style.

In 1856, James Buchanan became America's only bachelor president. Interestingly, his niece, Harriet Lane, was the first woman to be called "First Lady."

Brief biography and works of American novelist and short-story writer Harriet Beecher Stowe, famous for anti-slavery novel Uncle Tom's Cabin.

Lyman Beecher's second wife was the aristocratic Harriet Porter of Portland. Maine, who came to a tragic end as stepmother of the Beecher brood.

Harriet M. Welsch's adventures as a spy-in-training continue that summer when she and her friend Beth Ellen work together to discover who's leaving odd notes around town.

Harriet Tubman is one of the most prominent African-American figures. The leader of the Underground Railroad, she aided many slaves in escaping to freedom.

Ever since Uncle Tom's Cabin was publication in 1852, it has received critical acclaim for its literary significance and criticized for its portrayal of blacks.

The life and talents of Harriet Beecher Stowe found their culmination in Uncle Tom's Cabin, a book of lasting importance.

Harriet Harman has been elected Deputy Leader of the UK Labour Party to work alongside new Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Who is she and what does she stand for? Read on...

Irish Fest on Harriet Island in the Twin Cities is an increasingly popular cultural event with dancing, music, contests, sporting events, food, beer and Irish spirit.

With approximately 1,000 of Minnesota's lakes in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area, it's no wonder Minneapolis residents spend hours outdoors. Visitors can too.

Questions about Uncle Tom's Cabin to facilitate discussion at book club. Questions surround, plot, character, moral issues, and symbols from the novel.

On September 3rd, 1838 Frederick Douglass, a black man, escaped to a free state, beginning his journey as one of the most important abolitionists in history.

She has been referred to as the "Democratic Queen". Just as Jackie Kennedy was copied in dress and appearance so was the young niece of President James Buchanan.

Built by CP Walker, the Walker Theatre was one of Canada's premier venues, staging magnificent symphony concerts, musical productions, operas and the newest live plays

Charles Dickens stopped by the Semi-Colon Club on his visit to American in 1842. Many celebrated literary figures belonged, including the Lyman Beecher family.

Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, Written by Herself, is a riveting true tale of a slave and her escape from her bonds.

History of the Christian hymn "Still, Still With thee" with tune name "Consolation." Text by Harriet Beecher Stowe and composed by Felix Mendelssohn.

Lyman Beecher, the famous theologian of the 19th century married three times...and his wives were intelligent and fascinating people in their own right.

Everyone knows that Emma wrote Harriet's response to Robert Martin's letter - but what if someone else wrote Robert's letter as well?

Visiting the Twin Cities? Don't miss the beautiful urban lakes of Minneapolis and St. Paul that help give these busy cities a small town vibe.

Breaking into aviation was no easy chore for females at the turn of the century. Many were forced to take chances and risk their lives to further their cause.

Looking for neat decorations for your next shindig? Look no further than your mailbox and the onslaught of holiday mail order catalogs that arrive daily!

Gaudy Night is a thriller, a novel of ideas and a romance, as Harriet Vane and Peter Wimsey investigate crimes in a women's college in 1930s Oxford.

Harriet Rochefort offers a tongue-in-cheek, albeit sobering look at what life is like for an Iowa girl transplanted in the middle of "Neighborhood Nouveau Riche," France.

The Christmas specials have become a way of punctuating each season of Doctor Who, as what was initially a one-off has already become a mini-tradition.

Tony Blair has formally resigned as UK Prime Minister and Gordon Brown has succeeded him. What challenges do Gordon Brown and his new Deputy Harriet Harman face?

Chicago poet Gwendolyn Brooks served as U.S. Poet Laureate in 1985-86, while that title was still Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress.

Short biography of one of the first African-American painters to move beyond race barriers and achieve international fame.

Lee County Community Tennis Association officials get a greater than expected turnout for President's Day tournament geared for new tournament players.

Teach students about slavery during Black History Month by having them write an essay about the Underground Railroad.

Dorothy L. Sayers created the complex and dashing detective Lord Peter Wimsey - and according to some critics, fell in love with him.

Although desire for freedom is the overriding theme, Toni Morrison's novel, Beloved, is quite literally awash in its water-related motifs.

The Lee County Community Tennis Association has a new, multi-talented Executive Director seeking to make Lee County one of the country's premier tennis destinations.

One of New York's most attractive neighbourhoods with a fine museum and impressive botanical gardens. A tree-lined promenade offers great views of Manhattan.

Harry Potter has rejuvenated children's interest in magical literature. Younger children want access to this, too, and The Incredible Present is a perfect book for this.

Harriet Doerr's Sara Everton displays a startling insensitivity toward the Mexican Culture in Stones for Ibarra,

Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe has numerous characters and moves between many story lines. Here is a breakdown of the minor characters and their roles.

Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe has numerous characters and moves between many story lines. Here is a breakdown of the principal characters and their roles.

Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe is a well-known American novel. Here we analyze her characterization and a give a sketch of Uncle Tom and Eliza.

Adventure and misadventure, fantasy and fairy tale, monsters and mystery...growing up isn't easy, but some story from this guide suits the sympathies of any child.

OrchKids, a new initiative of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, teaches disadvantaged youth about classical music, respect and order and keeps kids interested, too

The Underground Railroad existed as far back as the 1770s, and by the 1830s a bigger network of abolitionists including Harriet Tubman helped slaves escape to Canada.

A woman with an exceptional skill for stealing from wealthy Londoners in the street finally came to a gruesome end.

Famed naturalist Charles Darwin put the Galapagos Islands on the map when, in 1835, he disembarked from the HMS "Beagle" and spent five weeks studying animal life there.

Brief biography of Dorothy L. Sayers, detective novelist famous for Wimsey series, creator of Lord Peter Wimsey and Harriet Vane. She was also translator, and a poet.

In taking on Jane Austen, the 1996 Hollwood production showed a lot of ambition, but ultimately failed to make much more than a costume rom-com.

A fascinating account of the Battle of Hastings and its two most important opponents; William of Normandy and King Harold of England.