The New York City Blackout of 1977: The History of the Power Failure that Led to Looting and Arson Across the Big Apple by Charles River Editors (52 Reviews)    Price verified 42 minutes ago

*Includes pictures *Includes accounts of the blackout by NYC residents *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading *Includes a table of contents "Perhaps the most significant effects of the blackout were those felt by public and private organizations with responsibility for the economic and social activities of New York City and its inhabitants. In many cases, these organizations were ill-prepared for the blackout and much of the chaos, economic loss and individual inconvenience resulted from this lack of ...

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Toussaint L'Ouverture and Jean-Jacques Dessalines: The History and Legacy of the Haitian Revolution’s Most Famous Leaders by Charles River Editors (34 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

*Includes pictures *Includes a bibliography for further reading *Includes a table of contents "I was born a slave, but nature gave me a soul of a free man... " - Toussaint L'Ouverture The island of Hispaniola is the second largest island in the Antilles chain behind Cuba, and host to the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere. Haiti, however, covering the western third of the island, is a French-speaking territory while the Dominican Republic, which occupies the other two thirds, is a Spanish-speaking territory. The ...

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Jonah: The Prophet and Sign of Christ (Bible Character Adventures) by S.R. Buckel (11 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Assyrians rule over much of the known world, their vast empire built on the pillars of corruption, idolatry, and violence. Israel suffers beneath this tyranny like most other nations. So, when Jewish prophet Jonah is commanded by God to go and preach to these wicked people in Nineveh, the lion's den -- and largest and most sinful city in the world -- he resists and flees. Three days and three nights of unimaginable horror ensue. When Jonah is at last liberated from the depths, he finds himself physically and spiritually ...

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The Seven Years’ War: The History and Legacy of the Decisive Global Conflict Between the French and British by Charles River Editors (39 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Some historians have called the Seven Years' War the first true world war, and they make a good point. In Europe, an alliance of Great Britain, the German state of Hanover (the ruling house of Britain was from Hanover) and Prussia fought a series of battles against an alliance of France, Austria and Russia, with the occasional involvement of some other European powers such as Sweden and Spain. The war was also fought in many other parts of the world, including in India, West Africa and the Caribbean, where both the French and the ...

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The Vietnam War: The Complete Story of the Vietnam War, From the Gulf of Tonkin to the Fall of Saigon by Greg Rattford (11 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

A Complete Look at the Vietnam War From the Early Years of American Involvement to the Devastating Tet Offensive and the Eventual Withdrawal Uncover the intricate web of events that shaped the Vietnam war, witness the struggles for independence, the rise of Viet Cong, and North Vietnamese ambitions that set the stage for one of America's most challenging military campaigns. Drawing from firsthand accounts, historical records, and expert analysis, this book explores pivotal moments of the Vietnam war, such as the Battle of Ia Drang ...

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THE BATTLE IS ON: Testimonies/Encounters by Theodulo NKhom (5 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

This book is not an autobiography. The book is about several experiences that I had in life. Battles started from childhood. First of all, I was born prematually. I was born in seven months. Some people suggested to throw me away as a neck was almost falling off but mother refused. she went with me to a catholic priest. He called me Theodulo meaning man of God. My life was full of sicknesses from child wood. I had misfortunes from early in life. I started praying while young. I saw an angel while young. I had several problems with ...

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Stryker: The Siege of Sadr City by Konrad R.K. Ludwig (Roland-Kjos Publishing) (852 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In the spring of 2008, Coalition troops responded in-force to what quickly became one of the largest, bloodiest and most influential battles of the Iraq War. For nearly three months, American and Iraqi forces fought a vicious battle over the most densely populated district of Baghdad, against a ruthless and well-organized insurgent militia known as the Jaish al-Mahdi. Sgt. Ludwig's gripping narrative offers an unfiltered view of the Final Battle of Sadr City through the unforgiving sights of his machine gun. Eager to test his mettle ...

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Destiny - La casa De Luca: NOVELA WESTERN, ROMANCE, CARGADA DE EMOCIÓN E INTRIGA, DESCUBRE LOS OSCUROS SECRETOS DE UNA FAMILIA ADINERADA DE ... by A.J. García (11 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

***EL VIEJO OESTE ERA MÁS VIOLENTO DE COMO NOS LO HICIERON CREER. LA LEY ERA ESTABLECIDA POR EL ÚLTIMO QUE QUEDARA EN PIE Y CADA FAMILIA MANTENÍA SUS SECRETOS AL COBIJO DE SU PROPIO TECHO*** En medio de este escenario complicado era difícil mantener una relación o proteger a los tuyos, y la ley, muchas veces, se manipulaba a conveniencia Sinopsis: California, 1882. Durante una de las épocas más prósperas para el estado, el encuentro accidental entre Elena y Aleksander se convierte en amor a primera vista. Sin embargo, poder ...

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Famous Landmarks of Ancient Rome: The History of the Colosseum, the Forum, and the Appian Way by Charles River Editors (15 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

*Includes pictures *Includes accounts of the landmarks written by ancient Romans *Includes bibliographies for further reading *Includes a table of contents The Roman Empire is the most famous in history, and the center of the far-reaching empire's activities was located in the Forum, a low area between the Capitoline and Palatine hills in Rome. The topography held a great deal of significance for Romans, and consequently so many layers of myth were laid on top of the landscape and buildings that it is difficult to separate legend ...

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Exploring the West: The History and Legacy of the Explorers Who Led the Way for America’s Westward Expansion by Charles River Editors (7 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The Louisiana Purchase encompassed all or part of 15 current U.S. states and two Canadian provinces, including Arkansas, Missouri, Iowa, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, parts of Minnesota that were west of the Mississippi River, most of North Dakota, nearly all of South Dakota, northeastern New Mexico, Northern Texas, the portions of Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado east of the Continental Divide, and Louisiana west of the Mississippi River, including the city of New Orleans (parts of this area were still claimed by Spain at the time of ...

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American Legends: The Life of Natalie Wood by Charles River Editors (70 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

*Includes pictures. *Includes Wood's quotes about her own life and career. *Includes a bibliography for further reading. *Includes a table of contents. "Stardom is only a byproduct of acting. I don't think being a movie star is a good enough reason for existing." - Natalie Wood A lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of history's most influential figures, but how much of the forest is lost for the trees? In Charles River Editors' American Legends series, readers can get caught up to speed on the lives of America's most ...

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John Mosby and William Quantrill: The Lives and Legacies of the Confederacy’s Most Notorious Partisans by Charles River Editors (23 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

*Includes pictures. *Includes accounts of battles by the two partisan leaders and other important soldiers. *Includes footnotes and a bibliography for further reading. *Includes a table of contents. The Civil War is best remembered for the big battles and the legendary generals who fought on both sides, like Robert E. Lee facing off against Ulysses S. Grant in 1864. In kind, the Eastern theater has always drawn more interest and attention than the West. However, while massive armies marched around the country fighting each other, ...

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Coming to Black: A Journey Through Time, Space and Race by Agostine Ndungu (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Until the lion learns to tell its story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter," - African Proverb. Imagine a small village somewhere in the middle of the African jungle, where hunters and gatherers live their best life: Waking up at sunrise; tilling the land till noon; lunch under a tree followed by hunting expeditions in the afternoon; sumptuous meals for dinner and 10 good hours of good sleep every day for a lifetime! Everyone knows each other. Everyone cares for each other. Everyone trusts each other. Until one ...

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The Experience of Alien Royal Servants in Thirteenth-Century England by Michael Ray (3 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

At the beginning of the thirteenth century, King John lost his Norman and Angevin lands to the King of France. The Anglo-Norman nobility had to choose which King to support and accept the loss of their lands under the rule of the King they had disowned. However, John continued to rely on his trusted Normans as soldiers and officials, many of whom were instrumental in preventing the son of the King of France from seizing the throne, first from John, and after his death in 1216 from his son Henry III. Despite their service to the ...

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Wild West Legends: Heroes, Outlaws & Gold (Thrilling Tales & Timeless Legends) by Grace Wilt Price verified 6 hours ago

Discover the daring lives of the Old West's most notorious outlaws and heroes. Wild West Legends: Heroes, Outlaws & Gold travels through the tales of Billy the Kid, Jesse James, and other Southwestern outlaws, while exploring gun duels, Golden Era rushes and prostitution during times of desperation. With captivating storytelling, readers are taken on a roller coaster of experiences and emotions as they discover more about the Wild West. Dive into the history of the Wild West to experience the unique and exciting lore that surrounds ...

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The Master of Suspense: The Life and Legacy of Alfred Hitchcock by Charles River Editors (63 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

*Includes pictures. *Includes Hitchcock's quotes about directing and explains the key themes and techniques associated with his films. *Includes a bibliography for further reading. *Includes a table of contents. "I am a typed director. If I made Cinderella, the audience would immediately be looking for a body in the coach." - Alfred Hitchcock, 1956 In the opening pages of his seminal book-length study of Alfred Hitchcock, Hitchcock's Films (1965), Robin Wood famously asked, "Why Should We Take Hitchcock Seriously?" Wood then ...

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The American Revolution: An Enthralling Overview of the American Revolutionary War and Its Impact on the History of the United States of America ... by Billy Wellman (5 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

The American Revolution Unveiled: A Journey from Rebellion to Independence Embark on a riveting journey through the tumultuous era that birthed a nation -- The American Revolution. This book is more than just a history; it's an exploration into the heart and soul of early America, through battlefields, diplomatic strife, and the forging of a new identity. Here's what you'll uncover: • Militaristic Genius: Learn how General Washington employed Roman tactics to outmaneuver British forces. • Diplomatic Endeavors: Delve into the ...

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The ultimate guide to growing medicinal mushrooms : Easy to understand Medicinal mushroom guide for beginners (Maynard's Evergreen books Book 1) by Robert P. Maynard Price verified 6 hours ago

Do you want to grow medicinal mushroom? Well I don't blame you because why not. They are easy to grow and provide numerous health benefits even more than modern medicine So for your benefit, This book is a thorough and in-depth manual on cultivating and using medicinal mushrooms commercially or at home. This book of mushroom culture features accurate growth parameters for the top 8 Medicinal kinds of mushrooms, modern production methods and practical guidance for growing spaces. This essential guide will get you started, help your ...

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Guión de “De León: el nacimiento de Texas” : Screenplay for “De León: The Birth of Texas” (Biographies) (Spanish Edition) by Philip Martin McCaulay Price verified 6 hours ago

Sumérgete en el épico viaje de Martín De León, figura fundamental en la historia de Texas, en el guión "De León: El nacimiento de Texas". Este guión narra con maestría la vida, las luchas y el perdurable legado de un hombre que desempeñó un papel crucial en la configuración de Texas tal y como la conocemos hoy. Abarcando desde su nacimiento en 1765 hasta los turbulentos tiempos de la Revolución de Texas, este guión es una convincente mezcla de historia, drama y resistencia. Acto 1: La vida del Empresario Martín De ...

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Fijian Mythology and Legends: Journey Through Time with Gods, Goddess, Creatures and Mythical Tales by Chronicle Press Price verified 6 hours ago

Join "Fijian Mythology" on an exciting trip across the Pacific. This book takes you deep into the magical world of Fiji's the islands, where stories and tales are as plentiful as the coral reefs that surround them. There are gods, warriors, and magical animals in Fijian legends that you can learn about in this book. Learn about the stories of Degei, the highest god and snake god, Rokoroko, the mischievous god, and Lutunasobasoba, the brave god. Each story is a mix of island folklore made from old oral traditions. They show how deeply ...

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The Silver Sarcophagus: Part of The Glass Planet series (The Occult of Visitor Gods) by N. M. Reed (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

A silver Sarcophagus is found in the desert that is thousands of years old. But where did the silver come from? There is none in Egypt. And the wrong king is in it. And part of it is crudely hammered, but the oldest part is so finely wrought that no tools could make this today. Professor Jacobs ponders these questions while above them, this kings daughter receives the news of her demi-god fathers death and berial in this tomb, while watching the professrs lecture on the time screen from 4000 years later. Science Fiction Horror ...

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ROOSEVELT AND CHURCHILL men of secrets (David Stafford World War II History) by David Stafford (Lume Books WW2 Non-Fiction History, A Joffe Books Company) (84 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

A THOROUGH EXAMINATION OF THE VITAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TWO OF THE MOST SIGNIFICANT STATESMEN DURING WORLD WAR TWO. 'However much they valued their special relationship, neither man allowed it to trump national goals. David Stafford's fascinating book is a useful reminder of how complicated the Grand Alliance actually was.' New York Times 'An intriguing book which makes a very good read.' Irish Independent 'A swift, well-documented assessment of the relationship's "volatile mix of friendship, rivalry and resentment".' Kirkus ...

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The Staircase of Life: The Story of the Origin and Evolution of Life and Humankind by Gerard Alexander Willighagen (9 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Even though we are all different in our own ways, we all have an underlying thread in common: our evolution, our history. However, only roughly 0.0001% of the Earth's whole history has been occupied by human beings with behaviorally contemporary traits. We are, in fact, right at the start of everything. Yet, in order to survive even for such a short period of time, a seemingly unending line of fortunate events was necessary. But what were these fortunate events? How did Homo sapiens get here after many billion years and virtually ...

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The Look-Alike Groom (Mail Order Brides of Culver's Creek) by Susannah Calloway (Tica House Publishing LLC) (301 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Liliana Elison lives a life of tragedy. Her only love died young; taken from her before they had even married. A romantic at heart, she truly believes she will never be able to move past her tragic past and find love again. Her guardian, Aunt Hester, has other notions. Ruthlessly puncturing Lili's romantic ideals, Aunt Hester signs her up with a matrimonial agency, and before Lili knows it, she's a Mail Order Bride for a rancher in Culver's Creek, Colorado. Orpheus Miller is fifteen years her senior and has a past of his own. He's ...

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MALCOLM X: A Definitive Biography of Malcolm X, Chronicling His Journey from Adversity to Activism and Beyond by Flora Carley Price verified 2 hours ago

Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary life story of a true trailblazer. Malcolm X's journey is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and the relentless pursuit of justice. Have you ever wondered what drove this iconic figure to challenge the status quo and become a voice for the voiceless? Prepare to be immersed in a gripping narrative that will leave you inspired and forever changed. This comprehensive biography delves deep into the life and legacy of Malcolm X, painting a vivid portrait of a man who ...

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The Sheriff's Pursuit: A Vermilion County Mystery (Barber Brothers' Adventures) by Jason B. Baker (129 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

An Amazon Bestseller! After three terms as sheriff in a rapidly changing world, Sheriff Talbot Jones is set to retire. But first... he must solve the sheriff-elect's murder. Step back in time, a decade before the Barber Brothers' Adventures Series begins, to the sprawling, unforgiving prairies of pre-Civil War Illinois, where justice often comes with a shadow of retribution. Enter Sheriff Talbot Jones, who knows that the difference between right and wrong can be as elusive as the relentless winds sweeping the vast landscape. As the ...

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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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John F. Kennedy: A Life From Beginning to End (Biographies of US Presidents) by Hourly History (1,181 Review)    Price verified 6 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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Winston Churchill: The Incredible Life And Legacy Of Winston Churchill (History Books) by Tom King (123 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The Incredible Life and Legacy of Sir Winston Churchill takes an inside look the man whom many historians consider one of the greatest world leaders in modern history. But was he really that great? Known for countless and memorable quotes, including ones he came to regret saying, we delve into some of the lesser known aspects of Churchill's life. Surviving a death defying injury before the age of twenty, taking responsibility for the deaths of hundreds of British sailors at the outset of war and befriending a man he loathed, we ...

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Olive Oatman: A Life From Beginning to End (Native American History) by Hourly History (993 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Discover the remarkable life of Olive Oatman... Free BONUS Inside! A pioneer girl traveling west with her Mormon family at the mid-point of the nineteenth century, Olive Oatman's life story began like many others. But when Olive's family were massacred and she was taken captive by Native Americans, her story took a unique turn. An extraordinary tale of survival and loss, the life of Olive Oatman is stranger than fiction. Discover a plethora of topics such as • Journey to the Promised Land • The Massacre • Slaves ...

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Humphrey Bogart: A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors) by Hourly History (356 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Discover the remarkable life of Humphrey Bogart... Free BONUS Inside! Even half a century after his death, Humphrey Bogart remains one of the most iconic actors of all time. The epitome of class and cool, he embodied the ultimate tough guy -- and no one wore a fedora quite like him. "Bogie" began life under uncertain circumstances, born to parents addicted to drugs and disorder, but he would rise above these difficulties to become a star. From Broadway to Hollywood, he became a top-billed actor, the likes of which the world has ...

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Neil Armstrong: A Life from Beginning to End by Hourly History (208 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Discover the remarkable life of Neil Armstrong... Free BONUS Inside! Neil Armstrong is often referred to as an American hero for his service both as an astronaut and a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, but in truth, Armstrong isn't just America's hero -- he's a global one. Armstrong was the first human being to step foot on the Moon, and he didn't just do it for his home country -- he did it for the whole planet. Armstrong landed on the Moon and came back to talk about it, but as incredible as this one feat is, Armstrong's life was ...

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Albany During The American Revolution: Victory In Upstate New York by Kevin M. Bronner (Albany Research in Public Administration) (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The book discusses how Albany, New York and the surrounding area developed the military resources to defend the community. The British Army was defeated at Saratoga in 1777 due in part to the work of the Northern Department of the American Army which was located in the Albany area. Many military officers from Albany helped to defeat the British Army. The book examines the fighting in upstate New York that began in 1775 with the invasion of Canada and the engagements that occurred during the Revolutionary War. The book has case ...

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World War 2 for Teens: Major Battles of WWII, Turning Points, and Real-Life War Stories (Real-Life History for Teens) by Nick Weaver (68 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

World War 2 for Teens is a must-read for any teenager. It unpacks the major battles, the critical turning points of WW2, and the motivation and ambitions of the leaders of all sides. If you want to learn more about the war and military history in an engaging way, then this is the book for you -- authoritative, comprehensive, and packed full of real-life stories of young people and their extraordinary wartime experiences. From the invasion of Europe and the horror of the Holocaust to the end of the war in the Pacific, readers will ...

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The 1931 Trunk Murders: The Story of Winnie Ruth Judd (Wild West History) by Julie McDonald (27 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

On October 16, 1931, a murder so bizarre, so gruesome, gripped not only Arizona, but all of America. Three beautiful women. Best friends. Two were dead, and the third accused of murdering them and then "chopping up" their bodies. The bodies were then stuffed into two trunks and shipped by train from Phoenix, Arizona to Los Angeles, California. The trunks were accompanied on the train by the accused murderer, Winnie Ruth Judd. What really happened? What was Winnie Ruth Judd guilty of? Was she an evil killer? Or was she framed?

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ESSAY COLLECTION AND SHORT TALES FROM HISTORY: (Roald Amundsen, Hjalmar Schacht and his MeFo Bills, Italian Stock Exchanges in XIX century, Australia ... by Luca Cianca (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Past, Present and Future. What are these words, if not simple concepts, for marking the time we are living? Yet, the historian's job is precisely that of knowing how to process past events in the present-day framework giving them a new and more accurate interpretation. This is the only way for projecting a conscious future based on the fundamental and renewed legacy of the past. This book, written by a young but promising historian, will help you find a key to understanding some of the near and distant events in the time, giving ...

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The Nuremberg Trials of Hitler's Economic Leaders: Hjalmar Schacht and Walter Funk by Kevin Bronner (3 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The book analyzes the Nuremberg Trials of Adolph's Hitler's top economic deputies Hjalmar Schacht and Walter Funk. The two advisors were indicted for committing crimes related to supporting the Hitler government and for planning for an aggressive war. Funk was also charged for crimes against humanity and for war crimes. The economic ministers complied with policies that would eliminate the Jews in Germany from economic life. Funk would also cooperate with Heinrich Himmler in confiscating property from concentration camp victims. He ...

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Joan Crawford: A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors) by Hourly History (390 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Discover the remarkable life of Joan Crawford... Free BONUS Inside! Joan Crawford was a legend. Few could compare to the charm and grace that she brought to the silver screen. Little did anyone know, however, of the charmed yet ultimately tragic life she led away from the camera and the main stage. Crawford was married four times and ended up disinheriting two of her children from her will. She certainly had her share of problems, but no one could keep this ambitious leading lady down for long. In this book, we cover the life and ...

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Martha Washington: A Life from Beginning to End (First Ladies of the United States) by Hourly History (206 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Discover the remarkable life of Martha Washington... Free BONUS Inside! Martha Washington was the original First Lady of the United States and, of course, the wife of General and President George Washington. Yet as much as history has kept her lingering in the shadows of her husband, she has her own unique story to tell. This biography delves into her early life in colonial Virginia, her first marriage to Daniel Parke Custis, and the untimely death that left her a young widow managing a vast estate. The narrative then charts her ...

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Historia antigua Vol. 1: Una guía apasionante de Mesopotamia, Egipto y Roma (Explorando el pasado) (Spanish Edition) by Billy Wellman Price verified 4 hours ago

3 manuscritos completos en 1 libro: • Antigua Mesopotamia: Una apasionante visión de la historia de Mesopotamia, desde Eridu, pasando por los sumerios, acadios, asirios, hititas y persas, hasta Alejandro Magno • El antiguo Egipto: Un apasionante recorrido por la historia de Egipto, desde la colonización del valle del Nilo hasta la muerte de Cleopatra VII, pasando por los reinos Antiguo, Medio y Nuevo • La Antigua Roma: Un apasionante repaso a la historia de Roma, desde el mito de Rómulo y Remo, pasando por la ...

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Mayan God: Journey Through Time With Mythology by Chronicle Press (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

If you want to learn about the gods that ruled the spiritual world of the ancient Maya, "Mayan Gods" takes you into the heart of the Mesoamerican jungle. This book goes into great detail about the Mayan gods and goddesses, including Itzamna, who was in charge of making the world, Ix Chel, who was in charge of the moon and fertility, and Kukulkan, who was a feathered snake. Each part opens up a new world where gods rule over the heavens, the earth, and the underworld, and their stories are woven into the lives of kings, warriors, and ...

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A Perilous Mission for Justice: A Historical Western Adventure Book by Austin Grayson (Regal Quill Publishing) (279 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Sheriff Lee Coffey of Skylark travels from Texas to nearby Bridgerton to claim his estranged brother's body, who has been murdered under mysterious circumstances. Unlike the local authorities stating that this murder is a straightforward case, Lee knows that there's more to the story. Without blinking an eye, he decides to investigate his brother's death, putting at risk his career, dignity, and even his own life. Be that as it may, the only thing that he wants is to find the truth, and serve justice no matter the price. Will Lee ...

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The Young Underground: A Study Guide: For Parents, Educators, and Students: Covering all 8 Books by Robert Elmer Price verified 4 hours ago

The Young Underground: A Study Guide For parents, educators, and students Let's dig a little deeper! The eight-book Young Underground series follows fictional characters Peter and Elise Andersen through eight exciting, fact-based World War II adventures. Now this companion study guide will steer learners into the history, geography, science, ethics, and Bible lessons behind the adventures. Questions for each book call for art, drama, language arts, creative writing, maps, and much more -- so you can use the Young Underground as a ...

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English History: An Enthralling Story of England, from Ancient Times through the Medieval Period and the Tudors to the Dawn of the Modern Age ... by Billy Wellman (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Embark on the Grand Voyage Through English History: From Stone Circles to Royal Courts Four manuscripts in one book: • The History of England: An Enthralling Overview of English History • Medieval England: An Enthralling Overview of the English Middle Ages • The House of Tudor: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Tudors • Early Modern England: An Enthralling Overview of the Tudors, Stuarts, Renaissance, Reformation, and Other Events That Shaped Early Modern England Unlock the epic saga of England through ...

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The Twentieth Century American Being a Comparative Study of the Peoples of the Two Great Anglo-Saxon Nations by Harry Perry Robinson (2 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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El despertar de las águilas (Spanish Edition) by Francisco Tarazona Torán (Self published Ink) (74 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

"Para el lector que no tomó parte en el nacimiento de ASPA, el relato del capitán Francisco Tarazona le hará sentir las emociones, angustias y alegrías que vivieron los pilotos que conjugaron sus esfuerzos para lograr el sindicato del cual disfruta hoy. Para el lector que no tomó parte en el nacimiento de ASPA, el relato del capitán Francisco Tarazona le hará sentir las emociones, angustias y alegrías que vivieron los pilotos que conjugaron sus esfuerzos para lograr el sindicato del cual disfruta hoy. No se trata de una ...

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Hoarfrost to Roses (Hoarfrost Mysteries Book 1) by D.L. Gardner (20 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

In 1879, in a small but growing town in the Pacific Northwest, there was an attempted murder, a romance, and a ghost... Adele Johansson is the town outsider, desperate for a chance at redemption. Her parents are murderers, sentenced to hang, and she must live on the charity of an aunt and uncle she barely knows. She struggles with overcoming the reputation of her parents, and the stigma of being the orphaned daughter of criminals. Grai Madison is on the brink of inheriting a vast fortune until fate steps in... Just before Grai can ...

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A Maid of the Silver Sea by John Oxenham (11 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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History of Holland by George Edmundson (42 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Stamping American Memory: Collectors, Citizens, and the Post (Digital Humanities) by Sheila Brennan (9 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Winner of the University of Michigan Press / Humanities, Arts, Science, and Technology Alliance and Collaboratory (HASTAC) Prize for Notable Work in the Digital Humanities In the age of digital communications, it can be difficult to imagine a time when the meaning and imagery of stamps was politically volatile. While millions of Americans collected stamps from the 1880s to the 1940s, Stamping American Memory is the first scholarly examination of stamp collecting culture and how stamps enabled citizens to engage their federal ...

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Early Film Culture in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Republican China: Kaleidoscopic Histories by Emilie Yueh-yu Yeh (2 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This volume features new work on cinema in early twentieth-century Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Republican China. Looking beyond relatively well-studied cities like Shanghai, these essays foreground cinema's relationship with imperialism and colonialism and emphasize the rapid development of cinema as a sociocultural institution. These essays examine where films were screened; how cinema-going as a social activity adapted from and integrated with existing social norms and practices; the extent to which Cantonese opera and other regional ...

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Islamic Terror Incidents in America Since September 11, 2001 - A Chronological Listing by Don Geidel (2 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A chronological listing of all Islamic terror incidents in America since September 11, 2001. This is perhaps the most comprehensive list available. An excellent reference and a sure argument winner. Wake up, learn the facts and pull your head out of the sand. You will be shocked at how much you forgot or never knew. When they occurred, the majority of these incidents were downplayed by politicians and the media. Within days they were forgotten. The list will astound you. By the author of the new terrorism novel Small Ball.

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20 Facts about the Ancestral Village of Ritidian (Litekyan) That will Amaze You (Middle School Edition) by Ayuda Foundation (4 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Learn 20 amazing facts about the CHamoru ancestors who lived at the village of Ritidian on the island of Guam. Find out how they sailed, what foods they ate, and how they lived, played, and worked together. Facts written by the people of Guam in three languages -- CHamoru, English, and Japanese. In the CHamoru language spoken by the indigenous people of Låguas (the Mariana Islands) "ayuda" means to help or assist. The Ayuda Foundation which produced this book and the middle school version of it (also available for free download) ...

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Flight From Syria: Refugee Stories by Hugh Eakin (Pulitzer Center) (75 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Flight from Syria: Refugee Stories features the writing and photography of nine Pulitzer Center grantees- journalists who reported on Syrian refugees between 2012 and 2015. Their travels took them from Syria to Sweden, and from crowded camps to cramped apartments in city suburbs. Each of the journalists- Hugh Eakin, Lauren Gelfond Feldinger, Stephen Franklin, Joanna Kakissis, Alia Malek, Holly Pickett, Alisa Roth, Alice Su, and Selin Thomas- lends a unique perspective. Originally published in Al Jazeera, BBC News, Guernica, In These ...

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Printing and Prophecy: Prognostication and Media Change 1450-1550 (Cultures Of Knowledge In The Early Modern World) by Jonathan Green (University of Michigan Press) (5 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Printing and Prophecy: Prognostication and Media Change 1450-1550 examines prognostic traditions and late medieval prophetic texts in the first century of printing and their effect on the new medium of print. The many prophetic and prognostic works that followed Europe's earliest known printed book---not the Gutenberg Bible, but the Sibyl's Prophecy, printed by Gutenberg two years earlier and known today only from a single page---over the next century were perennial best sellers for many printers, and they provide the modern observer ...

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Surrender: How the Clinton Administration Completed the Reagan Revolution by Michael Allen Meeropol (6 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Michael Meeropol argues that the ballooning of the federal budget deficit was not a serious problem in the 1980s, nor were the successful recent efforts to get it under control the basis for the prosperous economy of the mid-1990s. In this controversial book, the author provides a close look at what actually happened to the American economy during the years of the "Reagan Revolution" and reveals that the huge deficits had no negative effect on the economy. It was the other policies of the Reagan years--high interest rates to fight ...

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The World of Lady Lazarus by Michele Lang (5 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Michele Lang is the author of the acclaimed LADY LAZARUS historical fantasy series from Tor. In this little guide, you will find a window into the historical and metaphysical context for the series - the intense, fascinating café culture of Budapest in the 1930s. A non-fiction collection of information and essays to complement the fantasy series.

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Race for Citizenship: Black Orientalism and Asian Uplift from Pre-Emancipation to Neoliberal America (Nation of Nations Book 23) by Helen Heran Jun (NYU Press) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Helen Heran Jun explores how the history of U.S. citizenshiphas positioned Asian Americans and African Americans in interlocking socio-political relationships since the mid nineteenth century. Rejecting the conventional emphasis on 'inter-racial prejudice,' Jun demonstrates how a politics of inclusion has constituted a racial Other within Asian American and African American discourses of national identity. Race for Citizenship examines three salient moments when African American and Asian American citizenship become acutely visible ...

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A Voice From the Past by W.H. Frank (Dustin Lowe Publishing) (12 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Experience the firsthand account of the founding of Richwood, Ohio. W.H. Frank was just 10 years old when the very first log cabin was built in Richwood. He recounts his experiences with vivid detail of the wilderness which transforms into the bustling village we have today. Rewritten from Richwood Gazette articles circa 1900.

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A First-Century Traveller's Guide to Palestine by Dennis Hawkes (52 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The 1st Century Traveller's Guide to Palestine is an easy-to-read ebook by Professor Hawkes that seeks to give an impression of what it was like in New Testament times. Set in the year AD 60 it covers topics such as travelling there, what to see, what people eat, cost of living, what accommodation is like and other historical information. The book is well researched with a comprehensive bibliography and is suitable for teachers and any bible student.

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The Victorious Blood: Will Show You What Happened In Karbala Thirteen Hundred Years Before. by Hussin Alkheder (45 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The Victorious Blood portrays a bloody epic which is over thirteen hundred years old. It took place in Karbala, a small town on the bank of the Euphrates river in Iraq. It was between the grandson of the prophet of Islam, al-Hussain bin Ali, who commanded an army that did not exceed a hundred warriors. And Yazid bin Mu'awiyah, the son of the founder of the Umayyad state. His army consisted of thirty thousand soldiers under the command of Omar bin Saad. In The Victorious Blood, you will be taken into the heat of the battle itself and ...

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The Granite Key (Arkana Archaeology Mystery Thriller Series Book 1) by N. S. Wikarski (1,037 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

If you liked THE DA VINCI CODE, you'll love this series! During the untold millennia before patriarchy was conceived, the world was a very different place... • Series Finale Award Nominated as Best Mystery of the Month • For Fans of Archaeology Adventure, Historical Thrillers, and Treasure Hunt Mysteries THE ARKANA SERIES A myth-shattering treasure hunt that spans continents, centuries, and lost civilizations, pitting a secret society against a ruthless fundamentalist cult. The prize is a cache of hidden artifacts that could ...

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The Fall of White City: Revised 2020 Edition (GILDED AGE CHICAGO MYSTERY SERIES Book 1) by N. S. Wikarski (474 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

To solve baffling crimes in turn-of-the-century Chicago, you only need to know a single fact. Bygone sins in the White City cast the longest shadows. • Revised 2020 Edition. Nominated for Reader's Choice Awards as Best First Novel and Best Historical Mystery • For Fans of Cozy Mysteries, Amateur Sleuths, and Gilded Age Chicago History GILDED AGE CHICAGO MYSTERY SERIES Gilded Age Chicago is the fastest growing metropolis in America, rivaling New York as the City of the Century. This melting pot of thieves and corrupt ...

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Gold and Death in Mexico: A Historical Western Adventure Novel by Johnnie Burns (160 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Jake Morgan and Ben Dunlop have a strong friendship and a shared dream; to buy a ranch together. In between working hard and saving money, nothing raises their spirits quite like an evening at the saloon. On one fateful night, though, a striking woman walks up to their table and presents them with an opportunity too good to turn down. A fortune is at stake, but death might also be the price... Are they prepared to put their lives on hold for the sake of a thrilling chase for gold? Towards the end of his life, Delta Delaplaine's ...

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The Land of Little Rain by Mary Austin (Open Road Media) (303 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

A stirring tribute to the unique beauty of theAmerican Southwest In the region stretching from the High Sierras south of Yosemite to the Mojave Desert, water is scarce and empty riverbeds hint at a lush landscape that has long since vanished. But the desert is far from lifeless. For those who know where to look, the "land of little rain" is awash in wonders. In this exquisite meditation on the people, flora, and fauna of the American desert, Mary Austin introduces readers to the secret treasures of the landscape she loved above ...

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Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence (Open Road Media) (2,242 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

The classic account of war and adventure in the Middle East that transformed T. E. Lawrence into Lawrence of Arabia Originally intended as a study of the great cities of the Middle East, Seven Pillars of Wisdom is T. E. Lawrence's masterful account of the Arab Revolt of 1916-18. As a liaison officer for the British Forces in North Africa, Lawrence advised local tribesmen in their rebellion against the Ottoman Turks. He fought alongside future king Emir Faisal and played a crucial role in convincing rival Arab leaders to coordinate ...

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The Far Shore by Edward Ellsberg (577 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

June 6, 1944, D-Day: Allied forces took the beaches at Normandy -- and the naval engineering genius of Edward Ellsberg would play a crucial part. Before World War II, Edward Ellsberg had already established himself as a true innovator and master naval engineer, revolutionizing the salvage and rescue of sunken vessels like no one before. Then, having served his country for over a decade, he retired to private life. But his work was not finished. Within hours of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the aging and physically ill ...

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The Citizen-Soldier or, Memoirs of a Volunteer by John Beatty (74 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Flight of the Forgotten: A True Story of Heroism and Betrayal by Mark Vance (161 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Flight of the Forgotten is the true story of one of the most closely-guarded American military secrets of all time. It is intriguing, controversial and thought-provoking. The story traverses 50 years, two generations and the realities of our physical world. The triggering event is the tragic loss of an American Eighth Air Force bomber crew in 1945 under mysterious circumstances while enroute home after the end of World War II. The loss represents a 50-year-old aviation mystery, officially "forgotten" by the United States ...

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Roman Britain (The History of England Book 1) by History Nerds Price verified 3 hours ago

Delve into the captivating world of Roman Britain with this concise exploration of one of history's most intriguing eras. In this meticulously researched book, uncover the remarkable story of Roman occupation in Britain, spanning from the invasions of Julius Caesar to the eventual decline of Roman influence. Journey back in time to witness the clash of cultures as Roman legions march across ancient landscapes, establishing towns and fortresses that would shape the course of British history. Discover the everyday lives of Romans and ...

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On the Fringe of the Great Fight by George G. (George Gallie) Nasmith (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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The Fourth Invasion: Decolonizing Histories, Extractivism, and Maya Resistance in Guatemala by Giovanni Batz Price verified one hour ago

A free ebook version of this title is available through Luminos, University of California Press's Open Access publishing program. Visit www.luminosoa.org to learn more. Based on more than a decade of ethnographic research, The Fourth Invasion examines an Ixil Maya community's movement against the construction of one of the largest hydroelectric plants in Guatemala. The arrival of the Palo Viejo hydroelectric plant (built by the Italian corporation Enel Green Power) to the municipality of Cotzal highlighted the ongoing violence ...

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Saints And Sinners: In the Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms of Mercia and Lindsey by John Broughton (Next Chapter) (81 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Saxon times were not called the Dark Ages for nothing. It was a violent, unrecognizable world of kill or be killed. In seventh century England, tribes and so-called kings vie for power and blood flows throughout the land. Aethelred - ruler of Mercia - is being pressed from all sides, and his wife Osthryth dies under unknown circumstances. Osthryth's ring falls into the hands of warrior noble Aethelbald, who is accused of her murder and forced to leave Mercia by his conniving cousin Coeolred, who has eyes on the throne. When ...

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Capt. W. F. Drannan, Chief of Scouts, As Pilot to Emigrant and Government Trains, Across the Plains of the Wild West of Fifty Years Ago by William F. Drannan (58 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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