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About: The History of the World in 12 Soccer Matches by Stefano Bizzotto and translated by Will Schutt looks at a dozen soccer games which mirrored the geopolitical, or political, aspects of the era. Mr. Bizzotto is an Italian journalist and sports […]
Peter Matthiessen (May 22, 1927-April 5, 2014) was an award-winning Author, CIA Agent, and naturalist. Books by Peter Matthiessen* Fun Facts about Peter Matthiessen: 1. Peter Matthiessen was born in New York City to Elizabeth and Erard Matthiessen, Mr. Matthiessen was an […]
Romain Gary (8 May, 1914-2 December, 1980) was a French novelist, pilot, diplomat and yes… he directed movies as well. Books by Romain Gary* Fun Facts about Romain Gary: 1. Roman Leibovich Kacey was born in Vilnius, Lithuania (at the time called […]
About: The Distinctly Competent District Councillor by Jonas Jonasson is a short, whimsical tale with a long title about the mayor of a rundown Swedish town trying to save it by enticing a big German factory to open there. Mr. Jonasson is […]
Nellie Bly is the pen name of Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman, an accomplished journalist, inventor and adventurer.
