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But We Were Born Free:

by Elmer Holmes Davis

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“The writing is characterized by sanity, clarity, wit, and courage. . . . Americans who treasure truth and love freedom will appreciate its wisdom and be given fresh courage to stand up for traditional American values.”– Library Journal

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Publisher's Weekly NON-Fiction list - 1912 - 1975

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Elmer Holmes Davis

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National Book Award (Finalist – Nonfiction – 1955)

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Notable Books List (1954)

New York Times bestseller (Nonfiction – 1954)

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Members: 48
Popularity: 623,816

Languages: English
Media: Paper
ISBNs: 2
ASINs: 4

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Published: 1954
Genres: Nonfiction, History, Politics and Government, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 973.92
LCC: E743.5 .D33

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