Extraordinary People in Extraordinary Times: Heroes, Sheroes, and Villains

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Men, women, and events that have been overlooked in mainstream American history are the focus of this new multicultural collection. Engaging stories inform us about Americans who performed incredible deeds but have been ignored by traditional literature. Dozens of unsung heroes and unusual characters, from the first woman to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor to the black man who broke precedence to fire a gun during the attack on Pearl Harbor, take center stage in this intriguing work. The book also contains little-known facts about well-known personalities. A great supplement for American history classes, this book is fascinating reading for all ages.

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Anyone who reads this book will be tantalized to further research the people, places, and events mentioned.-Territorial Tattler
Fascinating to read. Students will enjoy these unusual exploits from our past.-Kliatt
Fill[s] the gaps in traditional history books and make[s] history come alive for students.-Raps Sheet
Interest students in history...Learn stories of unknown heroes.-NJEA Review
"Fills the gaps in traditional history books and makes history come alive for students."-Raps Sheet
"Fascinating to read. Students will enjoy these unusual exploits from our past."-Kliatt
"Fill[s] the gaps in traditional history books and make[s] history come alive for students."-Raps Sheet
"Interest students in history...Learn stories of unknown heroes."-NJEA Review
"Anyone who reads this book will be tantalized to further research the people, places, and events mentioned."-Territorial Tattler

Author Bio

PATRICK M. MENDOZA is an author, singer, composer, musician, humorist, photographer, and nationally known storyteller from Denver, Colorado.