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Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith
Jon Krakauer
$5.92

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In 1984, Ron and Dan Lafferty murdered the wife and infant daughter of their younger brother Allen. The crimes were noteworthy not merely for their brutality but for the brothers' claim that they were acting on direct orders from God. In Under the Banner of Heaven, Jon Krakauer tells the story of the killers and their crime but also explores the shadowy world of Mormon fundamentalism from which the two emerged. The Mormon Church was founded, in part, on the idea that true believers could speak directly with God. But while the mainstream church attempted to be more palatable to the general public by rejecting the controversial tenet of polygamy, fundamentalist splinter groups saw this as apostasy and took to the hills to live what they believed to be a righteous life. When their beliefs are challenged or their patriarchal, cult-like order defied, these still-active groups, according to Krakauer, are capable of fighting back with tremendous violence. While Krakauer's research into the history of the church is admirably extensive, the real power of the book comes from present-day information, notably jailhouse interviews with Dan Lafferty. Far from being the brooding maniac one might expect, Lafferty is chillingly coherent, still insisting that his motive was merely to obey God's command. Krakauer's accounts of the actual murders are graphic and disturbing, but such detail makes the brothers' claim of divine instruction all the more horrifying. In an age where Westerners have trouble comprehending what drives Islamic fundamentalists to kill, Jon Krakauer advises us to look within America's own borders. --John Moe

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Banner in the Sky
James Ramsey Ullman
$3.20

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The Citadel

It stands unconquered, the last great summit of the Alps. Only one man has ever dared to approach the top, and that man died in his pursuit. He was Josef Matt, Rudi Matt's father.

At sixteen, Rudi is determined to pay tribute to the man he never knew, and complete the quest that claimed his father's life. And so, taking his father's red shirt as a flag, he heads off to face the earth's most challenging peak. But before Rudi can reach the top, he must pass through the forbidden Fortress, the gaping chasm in the high reaches of teh Citadel where his father met his end. Rudi has followed Josef's footsteps as far as they will take him. Now he must search deep within himself to find the strength for the final ascent to the summit -- to plant his banner in the sky.

His father died while trying to climb Switzerland's greatest mountain -- the Citadel -- and young Rudi knows he must make the assault himself.

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The Star-Spangled Banner: The Making of an American Icon
Kathleen Kendrick
$13.84

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More than just the tale of one flag and one song, The Star-Spangled Banner is the story of how Americans—often in times of crisis—have expressed their patriotism and defined their identity through the "broad stripes and bright stars" of our preeminent national symbol, a tradition that still thrives today. The original flag that inspired Francis Scott Key "by the dawn's early light" has been cared for by the Smithsonian since 1907. The dramatic story of this flag—and of the Smithsonian's effort to save it for posterity—are told here in this lavishly illustrated book that also explores the broader meaning of the flag in American life.

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Banner Obrien
Linda Lael Miller
$2.61

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Banner O'Brien has overcome every obstacle to get her medical diploma. Still, she longs to escape from Oregon and the nightmares that leave her shaking, screaming one man's name. So Banner flees to the Washington Territory to work with the arrogant and handsome Dr. Adam Corbin. Although Banner respects his skills, she is unnerved by the very nearness of the moody man. His past is a mystery that will challenge her to the utmost--for Banner is determined to win Adam's heart.

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Banners for Worship (Concordia Banner Craft) (Concordia Banner Craft)
Carol Jean Harms
$7.49

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Beautiful banners truly enhance the inside of every sanctuary. Sunday school classroom, or other church meeting place. They proclaim God's glory to all who step inside the church and serve as reminders of God's continued presence in each of our lives.

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Quick & Easy Banner Designs
Carol Jean Harms
$7.55

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Beginning banner makers can now create meaningful banners qucikly and easily using this comprehensive instruction and design book. This book offers more than 200 original designs for Christian holidays and events including baptism, the Lord's Supper, confirmation, marriage and more.

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The Star-Spangled Banner (Reading Rainbow Book)
Peter Spier
$5.95

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Due to careful research, Spier's artwork depicts "the dawn's early light" and "the rocket's red glare" with remarkable authenticity and detail in this celebratory book. Among the highlights: a brief history of the anthem, a reproduction of Francis Scott Key's original manuscript, music for guitar and piano chords and many photographs.

A Child Study Children's Book Committee: Children's Book of the Year, An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists.

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Under the Banner of Heaven
$10.03

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I'm a big fan of Krakauer's previous books and this one definitely lived up to my expectations. Although this is a bit of a departure from his other books which focus on mountain climbing and the outdoors, Under the Banner of Heaven is just as interesting. Krakauer has clearly done his research and presents a good history of Mormonism in addition to the specific story of murder he recounts. The disturbing portion is the Church of Latter Day Saint's own history and practices, but this also makes for an excellent read. I even enjoyed the appendix which contains a response to the book by a historian of the church of LDS along with Krakauer's response.

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Raising the Red Banner: The Pictoral History of Stalin's Fleet 1920-1945
Richard Worth
$21.72

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This is the extraordinary story of the foundation of what would become the major threat to the West during the Cold War—built by the Bolsheviks from nothing. There are more than 200 photographs, most previously unpublished. It includes all classes of battleships, cruisers, destroyers, submarines, and other surface vessels, with full specifications including builders, tonnage, speed, and armament. There is no other book available for the naval enthusiast on this subject, because the information was buried—despite the fact that, for example, the Soviet Union had more submarines than the Germans and the Americans put together at the start of World War II. This is a truly unique volume on a neglected area of military history. At the revolution, the Tsar's navy, such as it was, was obsolete and scattered, much of it never to return home. From a standing start a huge fleet was built by the Bolsheviks, who were obliged to deal with the West: engines from Italy, warship plans and gun turrets from Germany (in exchange for 3.5 million tons of food and material as late as February 1940). Stalin himself took a deadly, keen interest, insisting for example that at the last moment the boilers on a new Soviet destroyer class were repositioned. It was done! The pictorial content alone of Raising the Red Banner is of immense interest to naval enthusiasts and students of WWII.

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Banner 17: Boston Celtics Return to Glory in a Magical Championship Season
Boston Globe
$9.72

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In Banner 17: Boston Celtics Return to Glory in a Magical Championship Season, the editors of The Boston Globe bring you all the drama and action-filled photography capturing the 2008 championship run, and they also reach back for a full history of championships past. The Globe's deep and talented staff provides the recap of every gripping court moment, compiled in a uniquely told book that is sure to become a classic keepsake for any fan.

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