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Tom McHale

The Great American Learning Experience

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

Ever nod along when someone mentions "free speech" or "unconstitutional" and think, "I really should learn more about that... someday"? I did too. So I stopped waiting for someday and wrote the books I wished existed — quick, engaging guides that make understanding America's foundations actually enjoyable.

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Celebrating America's 250th Birthday

Your Complete Shortcut to Understanding America

Get all three essential guides in one special bundle. From the founding stories and the people who shaped the nation, to the Constitution that runs it, to the bedrock principle of Free Speech — everything you need to truly understand America.

The Practical Guide to America America's Story
The Practical Guide to the Constitution America's Manual
The Practical Guide to Free Speech America's Foundation
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Become the Least Boring Person in the Room

Over 80 captivating stories that feed your curiosity

The Practical Guide to Becoming the Least Boring Person in the Room

Why do tennis players grunt? Are bananas radioactive? What does space smell like? Did FedEx's founder really gamble corporate money in Vegas to save the company?

Feed your curiosity with surprising, quirky, and stimulating stories about the world we live in. Over 80 chapters covering people, history, science, food, sports, technology, nature, and much more.

Because life's too short to be the person who nods along and says "interesting" when you have nothing to add to the conversation.

About Practical Guides

Whether you want to understand the Constitution, explore American history, master the nuances of free speech, or just become the most interesting person at your next dinner party, there's a Practical Guide for you.

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