The Peasant's Gold by T.D. Roth (3 Reviews)    Price verified 4 minutes ago

At the turn of the 20th century Chinese workers came by the thousands seeking their fortunes on the "Gold Mountain" of North America with the intent of returning to a life of ease in China. A few, like Eng Wing,came to procure "tiles over one's head and soil under one's feet" in Canada. His first son, Peter, was raised during the turbulent years of two world wars, the depression of the 1920s and the drought of the 1930s. The Wing family worked and waited patiently through the years of the Chinese Exclusion Act, finally being ...

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Michael Little Boy Black & Blue: Surviving the Effects of a Poisonous Child Abuser (Surviving the Effects of a Poisonous Child Abuser I-III Book 1) by Michael Hunter McVay (28 Reviews)    Price verified 26 minutes ago

Who will you turn to when there is no one left? Where will you go when "home" is the most dangerous place to be? Michael, Little Boy Black & Blue, chronicles the life and the experiences of an LGBTQ+ youth who endured unimaginable mental and physical abuse and violence starting at the age of five, in the early 1960s, continuing through the gay movement of the 1970s, the AIDS epidemic and its backlash of the 1980s and beyond, which resulted in his development of severe PTSD and other health conditions. Michael refused to be bound by ...

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Memoirs of a Broken Heart: Poems of a Fighter by Ashley Job (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Coping with past trauma, loss, suffering, and a broken heart through a pencil and paper.

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Sitting on Death Row: The Most Notarious Cases of Death Row Killers Vol. 2 (True Crime Death Penalty Cases) by Jack Smith (145 Reviews)    Price verified 4 minutes ago

Agreeing or not with the death penalty, death row killers committed some of the most atrocious crimes ever and are awaiting their execution on death row. Meet some more of the evilest and heinous death row killers today. Download FREE with Kindle Unlimited! Certain crimes are viewed by some societies as such a violation of morality that they must be dealt with in the most severe terms. Death is the recommended consequence for the worst offenders of the sacred social compact that holds us all together. This book takes a look ...

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The Hands that Rob the Cradle: True Crime Cases of Babies Being Kidnapped in Plain Sight by Andrew J. Clark (32 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

One would think that at least the youngest humans would be spared from the deeds of the people with twisted minds, but even they are not safe just like that. In this book, learn about the various cases where children were criminally taken away from their parents. Download FREE with Kindle Unlimited! It has happened all over the world. A stranger appears at the bedside of a mother who has just given birth and plays upon the trust of the parents to trick them into handing over their child. Perhaps the person is dressed as a doctor, ...

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The Ultimate Self-Help Guide for the Child of an Asian Tiger Mom: Your Path to Finding Inner Peace by Victoria Ha (2 Reviews)    Price verified 34 minutes ago

Unraveling the intricate tapestry of Asian American mental health and identity, The Ultimate Self-Help Guide for the Child of an Asian Tiger Mom delves into what it means to grow up under the shadow of a tiger parent. It is a journey through the complex fabric of Asian parenting styles, expectations, and the silent strength it takes to stitch together a path of one's own. Through a blend of humor and earnest reflection, this book offers solace and solidarity to the children of demanding tiger moms. For those locked in generational ...

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The Miscarriage of Racial Justice: A Civil Rights Presidential Timeline by Derrick Newton (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Summary: 2020 marked a new era in the United States with what some consider a revival of the Civil Rights Movement, sparked by the shocking and unjust murder of George Floyd. However, systemic racism against the Black community has survived even after the emancipation of slaves 1863. The Miscarriage of Racial Injustice spans presidential eras including Eisenhower, Bush, Obama, and Trump, discussing oppressive and often deadly racial discrimination. It examines each president's policies towards racism, including the 45th ...

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Vienna on Fire: A WWII Story of Survival by Don Gabor (Blue Danube Press) (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Can Greta Kolbe escape Nazi Vienna and reach America before her past and the Gestapo catch up to her? "Vienna on Fire provides a gripping and historically accurate account of the resilience of the human spirit amid the darkest of times." -- Erin Britton, San Francisco Book Review In the heart of darkening Europe, amidst the looming war, "Vienna on Fire" by Don Gabor tells the riveting story of Greta Kolbe, an eighteen-year-old Jewish woman whose life was upended when German troops annexed Austria in 1938. Her peaceful existence ...

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The Three Wives of Adoniram Judson: Ann Hasseltine, Sarah Hall Boardman, Emily Chubbuck aka Fanny Forrester (Missionary Biographies) by Julie McDonald (17 Reviews)    Price verified 4 minutes ago

While researching and writing, Adoniram Judson, America's First Foreign Missionary, I became very frustrated. The book was already longer than my normal 15-20 page, 30 minute read. How could I possible honor his three wives, keep the narrative running smoothly and not confuse the reader with too many characters? I came up with, what I hope, is a great idea! I decided to do an entirely separate book, featuring each one of Adoniram's amazing wives, her early background, and individual story. I really enjoyed being able to give each ...

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Chuck Mawhinney's Biography : Inside the Life of America's Marine Corps' Deadliest Sniper by Lindsey B. Gibson (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Discover the riveting tale of one of America's unsung heroes in "Chuck Mawhinney's Biography: Inside the Life of America's Marine Corps' Deadliest Sniper" by Lindsey B. Gibson. From the treacherous jungles of Vietnam to the serene wilderness of Oregon, follow Mawhinney's Biography as he navigates the harrowing landscape of war and the tumultuous path civilian life. Witness the courage and sacrifice of a man whose skills on the battlefield earned him the title of America's deadliest sniper, yet whose true story remained untold until ...

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John F. Kennedy: A Life From Beginning to End (Biographies of US Presidents) by Hourly History (1,181 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Discover the remarkable life of John F. Kennedy... Free BONUS Inside! John F. Kennedy is the president that everyone knows. He was a rich man's son, an athlete, a war hero, a ladies' man, an author, a president, his face rendered forever young because the last time Americans saw him, he was riding in a convertible in Dallas, his glamorous wife at his side. Then the bullets struck, and the assassinated president became a legend, the truth of his life obscured by his tragic and untimely death. But JFK had more depth to his ...

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Billy, Eric & Adolf: One War, Two Brothers by Chris Whitfield (273 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In January 1941 with the Liverpool Blitz at its height, twelve-year-old Billy Whitfield was evacuated to live on a farm without running water or electricity in the rural town of Bridgnorth, Shropshire, an event that was to shape him for the rest of his life. In the same year, his elder brother Eric volunteered to join the RAF, subsequently serving as a flight engineer in Bomber Command, the most dangerous of the Allied Services. Based on the true story of these two brothers and their contrasting experiences during the Second World ...

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James Buchanan: A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of US Presidents) by Hourly History (255 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Discover the remarkable life of James Buchanan... Free BONUS Inside! James Buchanan began life as a country boy in rural Pennsylvania. He would later leave the farm for law school and, after that, politics. Buchanan's ascent to the presidency was a careful and steady rise; he checked all of the requisite boxes and took all of the necessary steps he believed the office required, but nevertheless, when Buchanan was inaugurated president in March of 1857, he had inherited a powder keg that was just waiting to explode into the turmoil ...

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Unlocking Ancient Mysteries, Exploring History’s Most Intriguing Legends: Shambhala & The Kingdom of Kemet by M.G. Hawking (2 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Explore two of the most profound ancient legends, deeply intriguing mysteries that have fascinated and inspired millions since the dawn of civilization. Ancient history is the hazy vestiges of memory; far more of the secrets underlying the mysteries of the past have been lost than preserved. Even the earliest accounts of history were composed long after certain truths had lapsed from human memory, or were considered secrets too powerful -- or too sacred -- to be revealed. Yet legends inevitably arose in which fragments of those ...

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It Begins With Me by Shauna Spellman (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Two damaged parents A chance to break the cycle. Will she trigger old patterns or create something new and beautiful? Shauna Spellman never felt wanted. Born into a family where mental illness and alcoholism raged unchecked, the lonely young woman thought escaping to college could hold the key to joy. But when the pain and anguish refused to dissipate, she feared her agony could only be ended by death. Still clinging defiantly to the idea of finding freedom, Shauna sought an alternate solution to suicide at UCLA's student health ...

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These Lives: History, Hilarity, Horror – Growing up in Cold War Romania by ELIADE MOLDOVAN (10 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

In These Lives, daily Cold War existence under the despotic dictatorship of Nicolae Ceau?escu, is vividly documented. Drawn against a chaotic background of hardships, horrors, and hilarity, story after story depicts every imaginable aspect of that era: from cold, brutal murders and betrayal, to the abiding love between a husband and wife. These stories flow from the memories of Romanian expatriate Eliade Moldovan, who grew up in that country in painful, troublesome times. Recounted from both his own experiences and those of family ...

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Marie Curie: A Life From Beginning to End (Biographies of Women in History) by Hourly History (661 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Marie Curie * * *Download for FREE on Kindle Unlimited + Free BONUS Inside!* * * Read On Your Computer, MAC, Smartphone, Kindle Reader, iPad, or Tablet. One of the most famous women of the twentieth century, Marie Curie was a trailblazer in the truest sense. Known for her discovery of two radioactive elements, radium and polonium, Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize. She remains the only woman to win two Nobel Prizes in different sciences. Inside you will read about... Early Life and Loss The Flying ...

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GEORGE H. W. BUSH: Catalyst of Controversy - The Complex Legacy and Enduring Impact of George W. Bush by Flora Carley Price verified 2 hours ago

"Uncovering the Enigma: The Definitive Story of George W. Bush" Immerse yourself in the riveting life journey of one of America's most influential and polarizing presidents. This thoroughly researched biography offers an unparalleled glimpse into the achievements, challenges, and lasting legacy of George W. Bush. Within these pages, you'll unravel: • The formative years that shaped Bush's persona and convictions, from his privileged upbringing in New England to his rebellious days in Texas. • An intimate look at his ...

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Bomber!: Famous Bomber Missions of World War II by Robert Jackson (345 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

It was a moment in military history that required supreme courage. The bomber crews of World War II left the security of their bases night after night to fly into the heart of enemy territory. In this compelling history of the campaigns they fought, Robert Jackson draws on eye-witness accounts, as well as his own experience as a military pilot, to tell the stories of men overcoming immense danger and terrible odds in pursuit of victory. In telling detail Jackson describes the heavy American losses in the Schweinfurt-Regensburg ...

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