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"id": 285714,
"title":"A guide through the Old Testament",
"description":"An insightful guide that walks readers through the key themes and stories of the Old Testament, providing context and interpretation.",
"author":"Celia Brewer Marshall",
"picture":{
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}
},
{
"id": 693021,
"title":"A brief history of the Episcopal Church",
"description":"A comprehensive overview of the Episcopal Church's history, covering its origins, development, and influence over the centuries.",
"author":"David L. Holmes",
"picture":{
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"id": 147852,
"title":"Jesus",
"description":"A detailed exploration of the life and teachings of Jesus, examining the historical and religious significance of his ministry.",
"author":"Michael Grant",
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}
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{
"id": 951753,
"title":"The Greeks",
"description":"An engaging introduction to ancient Greek civilization, discussing its culture, politics, and lasting impact on the modern world.",
"author":"H. D. F. Kitto",
"picture":{
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}
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{
"id": 369852,
"title":"Modern Christian thought",
"description":"An in-depth analysis of modern Christian theology, exploring the key thinkers and movements that have shaped contemporary Christian beliefs.",
"author":"James C. Livingston",
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}
},
{
"id": 951456,
"title":"Augustine",
"description":"A scholarly biography of Saint Augustine, exploring his life, writings, and profound influence on Christian theology.",
"author":"Garry Wills",
"picture":{
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}
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{
"id": 852963,
"title":"The cycle of American literature",
"description":"A critical analysis of American literature, tracing its evolution from colonial times to the present day.",
"author":"Robert E. Spiller",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/6484781-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 159357,
"title":"Dictionary of philosophy",
"description":"An essential reference book offering concise definitions and explanations of key philosophical terms and concepts.",
"author":"Antony Flew",
"picture":{
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"id": 753951,
"title":"Concise History of England",
"description":"A brief yet comprehensive account of England's history, covering major events, figures, and developments.",
"author":"F. E. Halliday",
"picture":{
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}
},
{
"id": 456123,
"title":"Mere Christianity",
"description":"A classic work of Christian apologetics, where C.S. Lewis explores the fundamental beliefs of Christianity.",
"author":"C. S. Lewis",
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{
"id": 987654,
"title":"Great Britain to 1688",
"description":"A historical survey of Britain up to the Glorious Revolution, focusing on its political, social, and cultural developments.",
"author":"Samuel Rawson Gardiner",
"picture":{
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}
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{
"id": 321654,
"title":"Philosophy made simple",
"description":"An accessible introduction to the fundamental questions and ideas in philosophy, aimed at beginners and general readers.",
"author":"Richard H. Popkin",
"picture":{
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{
"id": 789456,
"title":"A pocket history of the United States",
"description":"A compact and informative guide to the history of the United States, from its founding to modern times.",
"author":"Allan Nevins",
"picture":{
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}
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{
"id": 654321,
"title":"What does it all mean?",
"description":"A brief and engaging exploration of the big questions in philosophy, making complex ideas accessible to all.",
"author":"Thomas Nagel",
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{
"id": 147258,
"title":"The Romans.",
"description":"A detailed account of Roman history, culture its legendary beginnings to the fall of the Empire.",
"author":"R. H. Barrow",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/12919214-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 369741,
"title":"Crafting Success",
"description":"A practical guide to achieving personal and professional success through creativity, strategy, and persistence.",
"author":"David Grant",
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{
"id": 852147,
"title":"Between a Rock and a Hard Place",
"description":"The gripping true story of Aron Ralston's survival after being trapped in a remote canyon, highlighting the power of determination.",
"author":"Aron Ralston",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/479305-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 963258,
"title":"The Zombie Survival Guide",
"description":"A humorous and detailed guide on how to survive a zombie apocalypse, covering everything from defense strategies to living in a post-apocalyptic world.",
"author":"Max Brooks",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/745776-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 741852,
"title":"Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance",
"description":"A philosophical exploration of the meaning of life, framed through the author's cross-country motorcycle journey.",
"author":"Robert M. Pirsig",
"picture":{
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}
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{
"id": 159753,
"title":"You're only old once!",
"description":"A whimsical and humorous look at the experiences of aging, written by the beloved Dr. Seuss.",
"author":"Dr. Seuss",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/9157634-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 357951,
"title":"You belong to me",
"description":"A suspenseful thriller about obsession and revenge, where a radio talk show host becomes the target of a dangerous admirer.",
"author":"Mary Higgins Clark",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/425733-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 852369,
"title":"World Without End",
"description":"A historical novel set in the Middle Ages, chronicling the lives of the people in a small English town during a time of great change.",
"author":"Ken Follett",
"picture":{
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}
},
{
"id": 147369,
"title":"A wolverine is eating my leg",
"description":"A collection of offbeat and adventurous travel essays, full of humor and unique experiences from around the world.",
"author":"Tim Cahill",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/419746-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 963741,
"title":"Wobegon boy",
"description":"A novel about a man's return to his small hometown of Lake Wobegon, where he navigates the complexities of love, family, and identity.",
"author":"Garrison Keillor",
"picture":{
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}
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{
"id": 258741,
"title":"A Radio romance",
"description":"A humorous novel set in the 1930s, centered around the golden age of radio and the colorful characters who bring it to life.",
"author":"Garrison Keillor",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/11745585-S.jpg"
}
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{
"id": 753159,
"title":"With these hands",
"description":"A powerful and moving collection of stories about the lives and struggles of American workers, highlighting their resilience and spirit.",
"author":"Louis Adamic",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/373250-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 456789,
"title":"Wings",
"description":"A poignant story about love, loss, and the enduring power of memories, told through the perspective of an elderly woman reflecting on her life.",
"author":"Danielle Steel",
"picture":{
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{
"id": 987123,
"title":"Winterkill",
"description":"A gripping thriller set in the cold wilderness of Montana, where a game warden uncovers a web of secrets and lies.",
"author":"C. J. Box",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/259042-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 654987,
"title":"The Window At The White Cat",
"description":"A classic mystery novel where a detective must solve the case of a missing woman, with twists and turns leading to unexpected revelations.",
"author":"Mary Roberts Rinehart",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/1365357-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 321987,
"title":"Wildfire",
"description":"A Western novel filled with adventure, danger, and romance, set against the backdrop of the American frontier.",
"author":"Zane Grey",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/6607106-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 789321,
"title":"Widow's walk",
"description":"A gripping crime novel following the investigation of a wealthy widow's murder, revealing dark secrets and hidden motives.",
"author":"Robert B. Parker",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/258929-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 159357,
"title":"White shell woman",
"description":"A novel steeped in Native American culture and mythology, telling the story of a young woman's spiritual journey and self-discovery.",
"author":"James D. Doss",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/23491-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 753951,
"title":"White Fang",
"description":"A classic adventure novel about the survival and growth of a wild wolf-dog in the harsh environment of the Yukon Territory.",
"author":"Jack London",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/8236920-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 951357,
"title":"While my pretty one sleeps",
"description":"A suspenseful novel involving a murder mystery in the world of high fashion, where a designer must uncover the truth behind her friend's death.",
"author":"Mary Higgins Clark",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/5408818-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 369753,
"title":"When shadows fall",
"description":"A dark and thrilling mystery about a man who inherits a fortune but finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger.",
"author":"J.T. Ellison",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/778571-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 741963,
"title":"Welcome to the world, Baby Girl!",
"description":"A heartwarming novel about family, secrets, and self-discovery, following the life of a successful TV anchor who returns to her small hometown.",
"author":"Fannie Flagg",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/417832-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 852147,
"title":"We'll meet again",
"description":"A mystery thriller involving a woman accused of murdering her husband, as she seeks to uncover the truth and clear her name.",
"author":"Mary Higgins Clark",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/426564-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 963258,
"title":"Weep No More, My Lady",
"description":"A gripping suspense novel about an actress's mysterious death and her sister's quest to uncover the truth.",
"author":"Mary Higgins Clark",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/404297-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 147258,
"title":"The wedding",
"description":"A romantic and emotional novel about love, commitment, and the bonds of family, centered around the planning of a wedding.",
"author":"Nicholas Sparks",
"picture":{
"url":"//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/239093-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 285714,
"title": "A guide through the Old Testament",
"description": "An insightful guide that walks readers through the key themes and stories of the Old Testament, providing context and interpretation.",
"author": "Celia Brewer Marshall",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/577047-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 7593785,
"title": "The Positive Power of Negative Thinking",
"description": "Explores how negative thinking can be a powerful tool for achieving personal and professional success.",
"author": "Julie Norem",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/298930-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 1887332,
"title": "Intermarket Technical Analysis",
"description": "A comprehensive guide to analyzing market trends using technical analysis techniques across different markets.",
"author": "John J. Murphy",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/305498-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 23256436,
"title": "American Fictions, 1940-1980",
"description": "A critical examination of American fiction from the mid-20th century, focusing on major authors and movements.",
"author": "John L. Lyman",
"picture": {
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}
},
{
"id": 15337514,
"title": "Scientific Quotations",
"description": "A collection of notable quotations from famous scientists, offering insight into their thoughts and discoveries.",
"author": "William B. McClure",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/8327762-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 22985851,
"title": "Retrofuturism",
"description": "Explores the concept of retrofuturism, examining how past visions of the future have shaped our present and future.",
"author": "James H. Johnson",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/10995349-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 1723425,
"title": "Bloody Versicles",
"description": "A collection of poetry featuring themes of violence and redemption.",
"author": "Celia Brewer Marshall",
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}
},
{
"id": 23079562,
"title": "Gay-2-Zee",
"description": "An A-Z guide to LGBTQ+ terminology and concepts.",
"author": "Paul Baker",
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"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/11636488-S.jpg"
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{
"id": 7870670,
"title": "Everyday Life in Ancient Egypt",
"description": "An in-depth look at the daily lives of people in ancient Egypt, covering aspects of culture, work, and society.",
"author": "Sir Alan Gardiner",
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"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/12184741-S.jpg"
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{
"id": 5607865,
"title": "The Pedant and the Shuffly",
"description": "A humorous exploration of language and eccentricities in literature.",
"author": "Harold Bloom",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/10974490-S.jpg"
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},
{
"id": 5438066,
"title": "Poetry of Civilization",
"description": "A collection of poems reflecting the spirit and struggles of civilization through the ages.",
"author": "Eliza Keary",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/7388783-S.jpg"
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},
{
"id": 32371543,
"title": "The Complete Shorter Fiction",
"description": "A comprehensive collection of shorter fiction works from a renowned author.",
"author": "Herman Melville",
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{
"id": 11391673,
"title": "Jungian Psychology in Literary Analysis",
"description": "An analysis of literature through the lens of Jungian psychological theories.",
"author": "David Lavenda",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/8266673-S.jpg"
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},
{
"id": 8139066,
"title": "Jules Verne on Film",
"description": "A critical examination of film adaptations of Jules Verne's works.",
"author": "John Clute",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/542063-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 3692225,
"title": "Open Immediately!",
"description": "A collection of urgent and intriguing letters and communications.",
"author": "Various",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/2091697-S.jpg"
}
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{
"id": 7913650,
"title": "Get 'Em All! Kill 'Em!",
"description": "A thrilling narrative of revenge and justice.",
"author": "Samuel Taylor",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/467440-S.jpg"
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},
{
"id": 26177874,
"title": "How Theatre Means",
"description": "Explores the significance and meaning of theatre in various cultural contexts.",
"author": "David Edgar",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/7850429-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 3515253,
"title": "Romancing the Grail",
"description": "An exploration of the romantic and mythological aspects of the Grail legend.",
"author": "Karen Armstrong",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/1507218-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 18539739,
"title": "Bliocadran",
"description": "A science fiction novel delving into futuristic and fantastical realms.",
"author": "Edmund Cooper",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/4463192-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 737139,
"title": "The Olive-Tree Bed and Other Quests",
"description": "A collection of quests and adventures centered around mythological and fantastical themes.",
"author": "Miriam B. Schuster",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/3802196-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 764277,
"title": "The Real Team",
"description": "An insightful look into the dynamics and challenges of real-life teams and organizations.",
"author": "Michael J. S. Miller",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/404241-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 4439983,
"title": "The Beach Boys",
"description": "A comprehensive biography of the iconic music group, The Beach Boys.",
"author": "David Leaf",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/4021645-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 1570487,
"title": "Stories of the Greeks & Romans",
"description": "An anthology of classic stories from Greek and Roman mythology and history.",
"author": "Alfred Church",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/12208608-S.jpg"
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},
{
"id": 8081397,
"title": "Get 'Em All! Kill 'Em!",
"description": "A reissue of the gripping narrative of revenge and justice.",
"author": "Samuel Taylor",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/1376808-S.jpg"
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},
{
"id": 2910722,
"title": "Cary Grant",
"description": "An in-depth biography of the legendary Hollywood actor Cary Grant.",
"author": "Barry Paris",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/4066338-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 15157357,
"title": "Cary Grant",
"description": "Another detailed look at the life and career of Cary Grant.",
"author": "Jonathan Coe",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/6694624-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 16478284,
"title": "Cary Grant",
"description": "A further exploration of Cary Grant's life and legacy in Hollywood.",
"author": "Mark Glancy",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/6468135-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 3457505,
"title": "Form and Society in Modern Literature",
"description": "Analyzes the relationship between literary form and societal structures in modern literature.",
"author": "David Lodge",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/8355099-S.jpg"
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},
{
"id": 21656418,
"title": "The Greatest Magicians on Earth",
"description": "Profiles of the world's most famous magicians and their contributions to the art of magic.",
"author": "David Copperfield",
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"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/b/id/12184741-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 8436808,
"title": "The Best Of Animerica",
"description": "A collection of the best articles and reviews from the Animerica magazine.",
"author": "Animerica Staff",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/813898-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 8045949,
"title": "Will Roger's Daily Telegram",
"description": "A compilation of daily telegrams from Will Rogers, offering insight into his humor and perspective.",
"author": "Will Rogers",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/5132015-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 1928825,
"title": "More Letters of a Self-Made Diplomat",
"description": "A collection of letters detailing the experiences of a diplomat and their personal and professional challenges.",
"author": "Joseph Hergesheimer",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/7022251-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 6037339,
"title": "Open Immediately!",
"description": "A reissue of intriguing and urgent correspondence with a focus on its historical significance.",
"author": "Various",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/2091697-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 17888352,
"title": "The Hobbits",
"description": "An analysis of the cultural and literary impact of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit'.",
"author": "Verlyn Flieger",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/8200576-S.jpg"
}
},
{
"id": 15901847,
"title": "The Vikings on Film",
"description": "Examines how the Vikings have been portrayed in film and its impact on popular culture.",
"author": "Peter M. Wilson",
"picture": {
"url": "//covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/11333652-S.jpg"
}
}
]
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