Acknowledgments
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would like to express my gratitude to Jeff Soloway at Facts On File for his patience, guidance, and thoughtfulness. I would also like to thank Pat Gantt for believing in my abilities to steer the ship of this volume through its journey. My colleagues at The College Preparatory School have been invaluable sources of knowledge, laughter, and wisdom.
Last, I want to dedicate this book to my family, especially Eddie, Riley, and Magnolia, and to the doctors who saved Riley’s life this past year: Dr. Penny Harris, Dr. Barbara Botelho, and Dr. Peter Chira. My most profound thanks for returning our young boy to us.
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