Historian Goodwin illuminates Lincoln's political genius, as the one-term congressman rises from obscurity to prevail over three gifted rivals to become president. On May 18, 1860, everyone waited for the results from the Republican National Convention. Lincoln won, Goodwin demonstrates, because of his extraordinary ability to put himself in the place of other men. It was this capacity that enabled Lincoln as president to bring his disgruntled opponents...

"In this culmination of five decades of acclaimed studies in presidential history, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Doris Kearns Goodwin offers an illuminating exploration into the early development, growth, and exercise of leadership. Are leaders born or made? Where does ambition come from? How does adversity affect the growth of leadership? Does the man make the times or do the times make the man? In Leadership in Turbulent Times, Goodwin draws upon...

"On a field trip to Washington, DC, Theo spots a familiar face on the Metro: accused murderer and fugitive Pete Duffy, who jumped bail and was never seen again. Theo's quick thinking helps bring Duffy back to Strattenburg to stand trial. But now that Duffy knows who he is, Theo is in greater danger than he's ever been in before. Even when everything is on the line, Theodore Boone will stop at nothing to make sure a killer is brought to justice."--Back...

"New York Times"-bestselling author of "Manhunt" returns to the Civil War era to tell the epic story of the search for Jefferson Davis and the eventful funeral procession for assassinated president Abraham Lincoln.

Working with conservationists, animal sanctuaries and scientists from around the world, the filmmakers present stories of animal reunions which show that their actions, gestures and perceived intimacy all beg questions about the capacity for animals to remember, feel devotion, longing, happiness, contentment and even love, by displaying their capacity for emotional connections with other animals and human beings.

Richard Thomas and Nia Peeples host a holiday special filled with joy and hope of the season. It is a collection of the finest holiday stories from the heartwarming series. See ordinary people share stories of miraculous rescues, life-altering healings, and divine interventions that made their holidays truly memorable. It's the most wonderful time of the year for miracles!

Seen through the eyes of the Apostle Mark, this beautifully animated recreation begins with Jesus' joyful entrance into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Then follows the drama of Christ's betrayal, arrest, and crucifixion - and His triumphant resurrection.

Presents nine of the author's picture book stories about his mouse characters.

Based on a true story. An eight year old cancer patient who, during the course of his treatment, manages to shock the world by breaking the Guinness world record by receiving get-well cards, amassing an astounding 1.3 million cards from around the globe.

John-Boy becomes a publisher of the Blue Ridge Chronicle and Mary Ellen becomes the first Walton child to marry. More adventures await.