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56 pp.
| Twenty-First Century
| January, 2014
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LibraryISBN 978-1-4677-1467-9$33.26
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EbookISBN 978-1-4677-2548-4
(3)
YA
From jewelry and makeup to transdermal implanting and scarification, Gordon explores the cultural history of body beautification and its varied contemporary practices. The chatty teen-speak ("ancient people really liked their bling") and fascinating photos of celebrities and people from around the world will thoroughly engage teenagers itching to get that daring haircut or first tattoo (sorry, parents!). Reading list, websites. Bib., ind.
112 pp.
| Twenty-First Century
| April, 2013
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LibraryISBN 978-1-4677-0809-8$34.60
(4)
YA
USA Today Lifeline Biographies series.
Interspersed with related USA Today articles, this busily designed biography presents this "talked-about" quarterback's life and career. The volume covers Tebow's work ethic that helped earn a Heisman Trophy, a first round NFL draft pick, and more; personal topics such as his family's Christian ministry and Tebow's homeschooling are also touched on. Color photos add interest. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.