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6 Things You Didn't Know About Maya Angelou
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Although this writer and poet wrote seven volumes of autobiography, there are still some things you may be surprised to learn.
How Presidential Memoirs Work
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With President Clinton's memoirs scheduled for release on June 22, there's a whole lot of talk going around about the nature of a presidential memoir. What is its purpose? What is the role of cold, hard facts in this type of book? How does it progress from idea to finished product? This week, find out what distinguishes a memoir from a general autobiography and see how a presidential memoir comes to be.
How P.T. Barnum Worked
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Born to be a showman, P.T. Barnum overcame a number of obstacles (including numerous fires, the loss of several fortunes and one dead elephant) in order to make a buck. Who was this man who was so determined to create the greatest show on Earth?
P.T. Barnum Begins Career as Showman
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Most of us know P.T. Barnum because of the circus, but he was actually an important figure in American history. Learn how P.T. Barnum went from small-time entrepreneur to master showman and founder of the "Greatest Show on Earth."
5 Eloquent and Enduring Maya Angelou Quotes
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One of the most quoted (and misquoted) African American women, Maya Angelou's words and works resound with people of all ages and stages in life. Here are five quotes that explain why.
Audie Murphy, From World War II Hero to Hollywood Hitmaker
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America's most decorated World War II combat soldier Audie Murphy was considered a hero and Hollywood icon. But those labels came at a price.
6 Famous Literary Forgeries and How They Were Discovered
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at some of the most famous literary forgeries in history, including Hitler's diary and Howard Hughes' memoirs.
Can You Tell Us Who Wrote These Famous Novels?
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We can't begin to count the millions of books that have been written since man perfected the art of printing. We've chosen some of the most famous tomes from around the world, but can you tell us who wrote them?
What Did Benjamin Franklin Invent? Much More Than Bifocals
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Between running a print shop, engineering the U.S. postal system, and helping sow the seeds of the American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin also found time to draw up a vast collection of new devices. What are some of his most enduring inventions?
The "BoJack Horseman" Quiz
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Enough "Horsin' Around," it's time to see what you know about "BoJack Horseman." Don't be a Todd Chavez and put this quiz off until tomorrow. Be a Princess Carolyn and give it all your effort right now!