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Every day dads fish glitter out of their coffee, errantly brush their teeth with butt paste, and still find the energy to rescue their families from house spiders with crappy attitudes.As a member of the tribe, Ryan Nusbickel captures his daily wins and losses in his haiku-cartoon series: Dad Haikus. In short: Ryan's dumb dad observations distilled into three lines of five, seven, and five syllables, respectively.Our hope is you will find this project as satisfying as a perfectly...
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Title: Incredible CardinalsAuthor: Ed Wheatley, and illustrated by Ed KoehlerSize: 10 x 10 Binding: HardcoverPages: 32ISBN: 9781681061399Deep in Busch Stadium�s left field, you�ll find a wall of heroes. The greatest Cardinals of all time are painted there, reminding us that dreams do come true. On this wall, Dizzy Dean still throws his flaming fastball. Lou Brock flashes his supersonic speed around the bases. Ozzie Smith puts on a show with his fielding magic.Just like players today, young...
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Joseph Ritter was one of the most important and forward-thinking prelates of the Church in North America during the 20th century. He served as ordinary for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis and then as "Cardinal" Ritter in St. Louis for twenty years until his death in 1967. Through his efforts, the entire archdiocesan school system was desegregated, and he was the first bishop to send priests to Latin America as missionaries. This biography provides us with the first serious account of his life...
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Barbara Reis is an artist of many genres. This is the first of threenew books by this new author. Her hope is that through these stories,our kids will see the love and passion Jesus has for each and everyone of His children!
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by John W. Brown Missouri seems to be in the national headlines every week. Sometimes it’s controversial stories, and other times it’s unusual newsworthy happenings. We have major sports triumphs that grab the world’s attention and Show-Me State celebrities making news.That’s what makes this book so unique. As a reporter, Brown approached this book bylooking at what would be the top story of every day of the year in the state of Missouri. And Missouri 365 runs the gamut. From events that...
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by John BrownWalt Disney, Brad Pitt, Jack Dorsey, Payne Stewart. Josephine Baker. Samuel Clemens. George Washington Carver. What do these icons have in common? They were all raised in the Show-Me State.Missouri Legends, 2nd Edition brings renowned politicians, authors, artists, athletes, performers, and historical figures to life. The book profiles more than 200 famous Missourians with dozens of new entries. Each profile includes a brief account of their formative years in Missouri and how...
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Authored by Ryan NusbickelWhat Would You Do if the Arch Followed You Home?A visit to the Gateway Arch ends with the Arch following one St Louis youngster back home! The boy and the Arch begin an adventure that involves the Arch turning into a slide, playing soccer, and attending a Cardinals baseball game! The next day the Arch returns with even more St Louis statues and landmarks including the Stan Musial statue, the City Museum rooftop praying mantis, and even the giant eye ball from Laumeier...
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from St. Louis Post Dispatch writer Jane Henderson Mar 17, 2013: Despite his German last name, Frank Muhm’s parents were Irish. His great-grandfather came to America in 1851 on a “coffin ship,” says the author of “Passage to 2838”. The author, now 85, started working on his autobiographical novel 20 years ago. It’s now available at a few stores, including Subterranean and All on the Same Page bookstores and Catholic Supply on Chippewa Street. Why was it called a “coffin ship”? • Because a lot...
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1. Five Mystical Songs: I. Easter by Scott Kennebeck & John Powel Walsh, 4:49 2. Five Mystical Songs: IV. The Call by Scott Kennebeck & John Powel Walsh, 2:12 3. Thais: Meditation by Lenora Marya Anop & John Powel Walsh, 6:46 4. Pie Jesu by Scott Kennebeck & John Powel Walsh, 3:26 5. Panis Angelicus by Scott Kennebeck, John Powel Walsh & Lenora Marya Anop, 4:13 6. Rhosymedre by Lenora Marya Anop & John Powel Walsh, 4:30 7. Ave Maria, D. 839 by Scott Kennebeck & John Powel Walsh, 4:23 8. Agnus...
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From the grand basilicas of Missouri’s big cities to small churches in every corner of the state, the stories of generations of Catholic immigrants are set in stone. Built as places to ask for blessings and pray for survival in a foreign land, these churches endure today as monuments to the struggles and the faith of those new Americans and their descendants. Places to Pray takes readers to Catholic churches, shrines, convents, and monasteries throughout Missouri where readers will explore the...
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"The Age of Cardinals of Saint Louis ranged from 1903..". to 1969: John Joseph Glennon (made Archbishop in 1903, Cardinal in 1946) to Joseph Elmer Ritter (made Archbishop in 1946, Cardinal in 1961) to John Joseph Carberry (made Archbishop in 1968, Cardinal in 1969). Prostrate before the Pope, new cardinals take an oath of loyalty which the Holy Father prays: "To the praise of Almighty God and the honor of His Holy See, receive the red hat, the distinctive sign of the cardinal's dignity, by...
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Volume 4, "Contemporary Challenges," continues "The Story of Catholic Evangelization of America's Heartland." It begins in 1968, from the appointment of Cardinal Carberry to lead the Archdiocese of Saint Louis, and continues through Archbishop Carlson's tenure in the early 2000s. Msgr. Witt covers the challenges within society and the Church following the Second Vatican Council. These challenges included: the assault on unborn babies in the form of Roe v. Wade, but which launched the Pro-Life...
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The acclaimed Soccer Made in St. Louis: A History of the Game in America’s First Soccer Capital brings the story of St. Louis soccer up to date since the publication of the sold-out first edition in 2011. The second edition chronicles the successful drive to bring a Major League Soccer franchise to St. Louis while chronicling the early history of St. Louis soccer that’s come to light in the past decade. Learn the stories of St. Louis players such as Lori Chalupny, Brad Davis, and Becky...
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Artist Marilynne Bradley has spent half a century immortalizing and updating treasures of St. Louis landmarks in the vibrant pigments of watercolor. This collection of local scenes beautifully captured in paint documents the pleasures of the good life in St. Louis: the applause of a good play, the sounds of music, the satisfaction of a gourmet meal, the cheers of a crowd at a sporting event, and the beauty of St. Louis unique architecture. Writer Jennifer Grotpeter captures the essence of the...
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COFFEE TABLE BOOK, HARDCOVERSt. Louis: An Illustrated Timeline, 2nd Edition by Carol ShepleyFrom the Inside FlapWith vignettes and vintage photographs, St. Louis: An Illustrated Timeline takes a wide-angle look at the story of a fur-trading outpost that grew into a major American city. The second edition delves deeper into the mix of politics, personality and culture that make up the Gateway City. Building on the award-winning first edition, new research reveals how the entire city came...
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by Annie Amantea BlumThe Mississippi River has historically helped form the United States as a nation. In addition it has been a fascination to many people and especially to those living on its banks. The best place to experience the Mississippi is indeed from a riverboat. The author begins her story with a memoir of her years working on the steamer Admiral, an excursion boat at St. Louis, Missouri. The Admiral was a huge, beautiful all metal boat; not the usual kind, but one of Art Deco...
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A motorcycle mishap mysteriously launched Charlie into the romance of his dreams. But his once-happy marriage is now running on empty. He wants out. Speeding toward the finish line on a mega-deal for his law firm, he takes an unexpected detour to his hometown in western Nebraska... and a haunting reunion with an old high school friend. Their tumultuous two-day encounter ricochets from a small church, to a majestic bluff, to a mysterious cabin. The clash of friends leads Charlie to a...
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Italian Americans on the Hill in St. Louis enjoy a community founded and influenced by their ancestors over four or five generations past. Visitors muse how a 50 square block neighborhood manages to keep its ethnic identity, spiritual anchor, and protective sense of community decades after their immigrant parents and grandparents relied on those tools for survival to make a new home in America. Many Italian American immigrant communities across the United States withered as new generations...
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If you seek consolation, comfort, peace or inspiration, these stories will help you discover God sitting next to you, waiting with open arms to embrace you. Each story is like a modern parable containing a pearl of wisdom. You may dive deep to retrieve these pearls, or you may find them near the surface, easily within your grasp. Let them surprise you as you discover the priceless gift of God�s love hidden in each one. They are meant to bring you peace, comfort, healing and joy, even in the...
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Title: The Making of An Icon: The Dreamers, The Schemers, and The Hard Hats Who Built the Gateway Arch, Second EditionAuthor: Jim MerkelSize: 6 x 9Binding: SoftcoverPages: 272ISBN: 9781681061535With his fourth book, The Making of an Icon, Jim Merkel captured the spirit behind the conception and construction of one of America�s most distinctive and beloved national monuments. More than two million visitors stand in awe at the Gateway Arch each year, and the stories behind it were unearthed in...
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It is not by happenstance that you ve come upon this book. It is written with you in mind; for every woman that was, is, and will be. This work is about you and the magnificence of God s Splendor that lives within you. It s your companion for the journey, a guide, and a reminder of the treasure that is rightfully yours - Deby Sansone Schlapprizzi
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Authored by Ryan Nusbickel Illustrated by Ryan Nusbickel A flying float trip raft for a Christmas sleigh?Christmas Eve visions of gooey butter cake? And Santa Claus finally reveals where he went to high school? Like a custard concrete, The St. Louis Night Before Christmas is a sweet mix of St. Louis flavors, served up just in time for the holidays. From pork steak to throwing washers, this holiday classic is a celebration of all things St. Louis ... with a Christmas twist. And like those jokes...
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St. Louis's history is layered. Each layer, whether the French pioneers establishing St. Louis as a river trading post, or Swiss immigrants starting dairy farms and dairies, or immigrants from Europe putting on the uniforms of the American doughboy, has left an imprint on the city. This Used to Be St. Louis is a fun trip through those layers of history following the story of: the glamorous, urban lofts that had been the factory for ball turrets for World War Two Air Force bombers; the dock of...
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Hidden among the streets of St. Louis’s south side are stories that span centuries. In the wake of COVID-19, author and journalist Jim Merkel set out on a walk that would take him block-by-block through the tales of history and community in South City. Completing the walk incrementally, Merkel ponders the ways in which the area has changed over time. Along the way, he interviews some of the unique characters and leaders who help maintain the city, encounters quirky stores and restaurants, and...
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From humble beginnings, there always has been something special about this hockey franchise and its connection to St. Louis, something about the Note on the sweater, the names who have worn it and the narrative they have create � something that has resonated over 50 years. If you were there at the start, you still feel it, the organ thumping, the building trembling, the passion exploding. You can see men and women, dressed to the nines, dancing in the aisles. You can picture Saturday nights at...
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Authored by Ryan Nusbickel It's sweet, buttery, and IT'S GONE MISSING. For one little girl, nothing compares to the bite of her beloved St. Louis gooey butter cake. So when her cake vanishes, she and her faithful pooch embark on a city-wide search.Ryan Nusbickel, the creator of The St. Louis Night Before Christmas, brings you a classic St. Louis "Goo-dunit!" You'll finish wanting seconds!48 pages. ...
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St. Louis CITY Soccer Club completed a year one in 2023 unparalleled in the history of Major League Soccer. CITY’s exciting, fast, and high-pressure style yielded goals and victories in bunches, won a regular-season conference championship, and thrilled sellout crowds at every MLS home game. Year one saw CITY win the most games by an expansion team in MLS history, emerge as the first MLS expansion team to capture its regular season conference championship, and become the first MLS expansion...