Paula Samuelson's Baby Names for the New Century offers a wide variety of names from around the world, providing a global focus that puts Nanymka from Ghana next to Nana from Hawaii and Nancy from the Hebrew. While sticking to mainly short descriptions (such as "master of his domain" for Henry), Samuelson does include a vast data bank at the end of the book which breaks names into ...
A touching and beautifully written story of Nick Taylor's journey with his parents to the end of their lives. Millions of children are taking similar journeys, which is why the Washington Post called A Necessary End "one of the key stories of our time."
This book will give you plenty of ideas for the perfect name for newborn boys and girls. In addition to the names themselves, the book provides the origins, history and meaning of each name.
Irish-Catholic immigrant heritage has always been central to the Kennedy family experience—beginning with Patrick Kennedy’s 1848 arrival in Brahmin Boston, continuing with Joseph Kennedy’s Vatican ties and Jackie’s revelations of sorrow, to Kennedy-confidante Father McSorley following the assassination of JFK. Through groundbreaking interviews with Senator Edward Kennedy ...
The fun and easy way to name the new bundle of joy Brimming with over 5,000 names, from traditional to unique, this is the perfect reference for parents-to-be looking for naming guidance. It features a an impressive assemblage of options for both boys and girls-from Biblical, medieval, and Shakespearean names to musical and international names-along with a list of today's most popular names ...
Full-color photos. "Historical facts and lore about flags, crests, and pennants used at sporting events, displayed on naval vessels, or brandished in revolutionary movements, as well as national flags, pepper this fascinating account. Another excellent book in this series."--Childhood Education.
This hands-on guide for neophyte genealogists explains everything you need to know to trace your family tree--including how to begin, where to go for help, and how to organize your findings.