Joan Crawford A Talent for Living by Jennifer Bitman (38 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

The Hollywood spotlight shines on this intimate biography of screen legend Joan Crawford. From the forgotten child to the Jazz Age flapper to the winner of Best Actress for her role in Mildred Pierce, Joan Crawford's life continues to capture the attention of generations of classic movie fans and a wave of millennials who have crowned her the queen of old Hollywood. But if you think you've read everything about The Legend, think again. Abandoning a traditional approach, Joan Crawford A Talent for Living is a creative non-fiction biography. The unique narrative presents a story rich with imagery and vivid characterizations. The expressive text blends well-researched scholarship with raw vulnerability, resulting in a connection between the book's reader and subject which must be read to be believed.

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Female Prisoners of World War Two (Women Prisoners of War Series) by Nikki McDove (1 Review)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

True Stories of 5 Incredible Women Who Pushed the Boundaries of Women's Roles in War So often, women are ignored in military chronicles, especially those that took place during war where women were barred from participating in military occupations outside of office work and nursing. Herein lies the stories of women who pushed through these stereotypical roles and ended up being taken captive by the enemy. We remember war heroes as men completing great feats of strength on the battlefield, saving the lives of their fellow soldiers. There have been multiple books, films, and articles written about soldiers during WWII. Some are fictional, while some are based on true stories. We are not at any loss for the stories of the trials that men faced during the Second World War. The stories that are all too often forgotten are those of the women. Within the pages of this book, you will learn the stories of five incredible women prisoners of war during World War Two. These women not only ...

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The Wicked West of Cromwell Street: The Lives of Serial Killers Fred and Rose West (Serial Killer True Crime Books Book 16) by Jack Smith (247 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

What Fred and Rose West did for decades before getting caught in their house on 25 Cromwell Street, nicknamed the HOUSE OF HORRORS, goes beyond anything anyone could ever imagine... Download FREE with Kindle Unlimited! As a society, we are fascinated by murder. It is a constant theme throughout much of our media, and many news outlets will prioritize a murderous story, knowing that it will enthrall readers. There is something about those who decide to take a life that makes them so incredibly interesting to the rest of us. While many of the most famous murderers are known across the world, there are those whose crimes are relatively less known. One of the strangest stories involves the married couple Fred and Rose West. Together, they killed. Up until the time they were caught, they engaged in a string of murders, each motivated by hate, jealousy, passion, and a fundamental lack of morals. In this book, we will go in-depth and learn about the history of the murderers. We will ...

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Rule by The HANDS of The CLOCK by Deane Russell (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Perhaps the only book written about Prime Minister Mackenzie King from a personal perspective. Deane Russell spent seven and a half years (1939 to 1945) as principle secretary to Prime Minister Mackenzie King. Although Deane started this book while still serving the prime minister, he never finished until decades later. Deane passed away before he could get his book published. This, the Family Edition, is a joint effort between Deane's son, Lorne and Deane's nephew, Brian Borgford. A formal annotated version has been published by the Historical Society of Alberta.

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Milspouse Matters: Sharing Strength through Our Stories by Jen McDonald (26 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

2024 Foreword Reviews INDIES Finalist This book is an inspiring and empowering journey into the heart of military spouse life, showcasing the remarkable resilience and dedication of these often unsung heroes. Beautifully and thoughtfully written by the insightful Jen McDonald, this captivating narrative illuminates the challenges and triumphs faced by military spouses, offering a profound glimpse into a life of constant change. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a brighter light to help them navigate the world as we know it. -- Trevor Romain, bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Comfort Crew for Military Kids You knew what you signed up for. These words are often directed at military spouses, yet the true depth of what it will mean to be married to a service member is seldom fully grasped. In Milspouse Matters: Sharing Strength Through Our Stories, readers are immersed in the captivating world of military spouse life, unearthing the challenges ...

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The I.T. Guy: Real life IT support in dangerous locations by Graeme Simpson (14 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

"If we're under such hostile attack that the IT guy needs to be armed, we're all f*****anyway." Quite by accident, Graeme found himself working alongside former UK Special Forces in Iraq and Nigeria. Armed only with good humour and a taste for adventure, discover how he survived hostile environments, potential kidnappings and terrible food choices. The IT Guy is an honest, funny and enlightening account of life at the sharp end of IT support .

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THE LOTUS PROJECT : Of The Fourth Reich (A New World Is Emerging Book 1) by Andy Stone (5 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

An addictive Holocaust Thriller What if you had the power to take control of all of Germany's recourses and power after the war? 5.0 out of 5 stars What an exciting read. Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2022It talks of the heartache of concentration camp life for Carl's girlfriend and how she suffers. She escapes and wants revenge for herself and others. Carland and Ericka have been friends since childhood. He is German and she is Jewish. I don't want to give it away, but can they get together? This is the first in the series, I finished second in the series, and it was fantastic. Is there duplicity going on or is the offer from Hitler and Himmler for real? 5.0 out of 5 stars great book Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2022I found this book very exciting and kept me going to see what happened. I bought. The next book in the series. What a great read. It kept me on the edge of my seat all the way through. I recommend this book for very one. The first book ...

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American Immigrant: Why We Left, Why We Came by Pippa Pralen (48 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Bounded by indenture, haunted by Hessians, fleeing pogroms, their voices echo in the pursuit of freedom. Embark on a journey as an "eyewitness to history" and delve into the heritage of your ancestors. Raw and vivid accounts of individuals grappling with pogroms, slavery, captivity, poverty, indentured servitude, and political oppression. Discover the bravery of the commoners in Jamestown colony who clashed with the noble elites in a crucial moment during the dawn of America's democracy. Journey from the turbulent 1600s to the 21st century, through the epic immigrant stories of the Irish, Italians, Germans, Cubans, Polish, Russian Jews, Swedes, Mexicans, and Hondurans. The often overlooked details of history, such as England's export of food during the devastating Irish famine. The emergence of "American ingenuity" as economists dissect the factors that rendered Americans wealthier, more educated, and healthier than many others. Why souls from distant lands are inexorably drawn to ...

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Encounters with Mathematicians: The Human Side by Vitali Milman (2 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

An insightful and entertaining look into the lives of mathematicians. Over the course of his life, Professor Milman, a world-renowned mathematician, had the pleasure of meeting numerous mathematicians. Inspired by his colleagues, who expressed their desire to learn more about the individuals behind the mathematics they read and utilize, Milman presents a collection of short vignettes that recount his encounters with these remarkable people. To limit the scope of this book, Milman decided to concentrate mostly on encounters with his contemporaries. The stories in the book offer an engaging glimpse into the lives of mathematicians, presenting personal accounts and intriguing legends. While the book does not delve into mathematics, it provides a unique perspective on the diverse personalities, talents, tastes, and working styles of these individuals. It is a unique opportunity for readers to gain a better understanding of the human side of the math world, beyond the formulas and ...

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Psycho Killers by Ignacio Esteban (5 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

A text book definition of a serial killer is a person that commits a series of murders with no apparent motive while committing these heinous acts in a certain predictable manner. There are numerous types of serial murderers from visionary, mission-oriented, hedonistic and power/control oriented. Serial killers have existed in different societies for hundreds of years and have fascinated millions around the world. What is the mindset of a psycho-serial killer and what creates and triggers one? This is a look at some of the worst serial killers of our time.

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Paranormal Crimes: Supernatural and Unexplained True Crime Cases that Have Mystified Authorities (Paranormal and Unexplained Mysteries Book 12) by Conrad Bauer (121 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Discover mysterious cases of unexplained crimes where the victims can only explain what happened to them as the result of paranormal and supernatural activities! And that's scary! Download FREE with Kindle Unlimited Not all unknown forces are amiable to us humans, and some may be quite worth the fear that we instinctively feel when it comes to these forces. The idea of being confronted with a paranormal phenomenon of any kind is enough to flabbergast most people. But what if that paranormal phenomenon is coupled with a crime? Seeing a Bigfoot in the wilderness would be stunning enough, but imagine one grabbing your wallet and running off with it! The same goes for folks who claim to have been attacked by ghosts, demons and the like. There are even some who say they somehow got on the bad side of elves, fairies or other woodland sprites. And while everyday crooks are bad enough, when an entity that can walk through walls and travel through space and time starts giving you ...

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Shergar: A True Crime Story of Kidnapping, Racehorse and Politics by Conrad Bauer (Maplewood Publishing) (75 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

A true crime story set in Ireland and involving kidnapping, the IRA and a phenomenal racehorse named Shergar. Who Kidnap Shergar? A mystery that has baffled authorities for years... Ask anyone in Great Britain or Ireland about famous racehorses and they'll likely have only one name to tell you. Shergar. At his peak, Shergar was one of the most elegant, powerful, and successful racehorses in the history of the sport. By the time he retired, his reputation alone was enough to earn massive amounts of money. But then, one cold night, he vanished. Kidnapped. Stolen by a group of masked men. The heist quickly became an international sensation, attracting attention from around the world. Everyone wanted to know: who kidnapped Shergar? And the mystery has continued to the present day. Still a cold case, picking apart the Gordian knot of Shergarâ??s disappearance involves everything from bad business deals to domestic terrorism. The Irish Republican Army (IRA) have been accused of ...

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Historical Duos: Extraordinary Partnerships That Shaped History by PL Thomas (10 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

Behind every accomplished individual stands a supporter, mentor, or collaborator who played a pivotal role in their success. Embark on an exhilarating odyssey through history with Historical Duos: Extraordinary Partnerships That Changed the World, a mesmerizing exploration of dynamic duos who forged groundbreaking paths. This compelling book weaves together the stories of remarkable pairs whose collaborations shaped the way we live today. Explore the academic pursuits of intellectual trailblazers in the fields of philosophy, physics, and gender studies. Uncover the passionate advocates who fought for social justice and equality. Delve into the minds of bold navigators who conquered the furthest frontiers. Discover the remarkable stories of the revolutionaries who reshaped the world and left their mark on history. Inside Historical Duos: Extraordinary Partnerships That Changed the World, you'll learn about: • The groundbreaking strides of Marie and Pierre Curie, whose work in ...

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We Named Her Faith by Tim Orr (95 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Tim and Michelle Orr were married for 16 years before adopting their daughter, Faith, who happens to have Down syndrome. Tim's new book, We Named Her Faith: How we became a gospel-centered family, contains the story of their life together before she came to live with them. Tim weaves stories of how he overcame the childhood trauma of having multiple birth defects, a difficult home life, and alcoholism with teaching about living a gospel-centered life. Michelle's life met with difficulties early on as she was born to teenage parents. Through these experiences, Tim shares their firm belief that God orchestrated His redemptive plan in their lives to prepare them to be Faith's parents. Not only does Tim write about the experiences leading up to Faith's adoption, he recounts the many amazing details surrounding Faith's birth and adoption and how God shaped and molded her life. As Faith grows, it is obvious that she has an overcoming attitude; she learns and grows in spite of her ...

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Serial Killers: Exploring the Horrific Crimes of Jack The Ripper & Ted Bundy (History Books) by Tom King (44 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

2 Manuscripts Jack The Ripper The mystery of Jack the Ripper and the murders he committed in London's East End in the late nineteenth century has horrified and fascinated spectators and readers for over a century. In one of the first recognized mass murderers, he terrorized some of London's poorest and most vulnerable residents and brutally killed a series of women before seeming to disappear. Police investigative practices were in their infancy at the time, and without sophisticated tools, London's forces of order were unable to catch the criminal. More than 100 years later, his true identity is still unknown, and the hunt for Jack the Ripper has consumed many an armchair sleuth. By reading this book, you, too, will be able to take part in a now-historic search for a murderer who has never been brought to justice. Step back in time to 1888 and try to discover, if you can, the man who was Jack the Ripper. Ted Bundy If you want a view into the mind of a serial killer and ...

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Bus Stops, Buddhism and Ecuador by John McKenzie (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This is the third in a series of freestanding books about Buddhism and meditational experiences, a series which started with The Buddha and The Big Bad Wolf and continued with TheBlissBook. Like the first one in the series this book could be a travelogue since it it about two Scottish friends travelling in Ecuador, but it delves into bereavement, Vajrayana and Zen Buddhism, rebirth and Dzogchen, Mainly, it's an amusing read for a general reader.

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Christian History: An Enthralling Guide to the Story of Christianity, From Its Early Origins Through the Crusades and Knights Templar to Modern Times ... by Billy Wellman (25 Reviews)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

Four manuscripts in one book: • History of Christianity: An Enthralling Overview of the Most Important Events that Shaped the Christian Church • Early Christianity: An Enthralling Overview of Jesus, the Twelve Apostles, the Conversion of Constantine, and Other Events in Christian History • The Crusades: An Enthralling Overview of an Event in Christian History That Took Place in the Middle Ages • The Knights Templar: An Enthralling History of the Rise and Fall of the Most Influential Catholic Military Order From its inception, Christianity was persecuted and hounded. Christians often paid a high price for their faith. They met underground and even in graveyards. They were misunderstood, and their message to outsiders seemed hopelessly strange and muddled. In the first part of this book, you will learn about the following: • The origins of Christianity and why people flocked to the religion • The life and ministry of Jesus • The first Christian disciples • The ...

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The Bad Boys of Diplomacy: Diplomats "badness" ratings by country by S. Novikov (6 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The first part of this book describes the behaviour of that "special" category of drivers who have diplomatic privileges on the roads of various countries. Some of them drink & drive, some of them are guilty of speeding, and some just don't like to pay the parking fees. Amazingly, it is often not possible to prosecute them for this, and so the countries where these diplomats reside lose substantial amounts of money on fines alone. So diplomats of which countries violate the law most often? And diplomats of which countries almost never violate the law? Which countries openly share statistics about foreign diplomats violations, and which countries conceal them? This book answers these questions and includes frank comments from the diplomats themselves that sheds light on the behavior of their colleagues from different countries. You'll read answers from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of 22 countries: Vatican, Great Britain, Switzerland, Singapore, Poland, Norway, New Zealand, ...

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American Maverick: Target: American Gangsters by Richie Roberts (11 Reviews)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

AMERICAN MAVERICK, TARGET: AMERICAN GANGSTERS takes us through the triumphs and tragedies in the life of Richie Roberts in a typical biographical manner. The early chapters describe his years growing up in Newark, New Jersey where he was an exceptional high school athlete, while coping with anxiety and attention deficit disorder (ADD). Subsequent chapters take us through his experiences in the United States Marine Corps., college, all through his rise and downfall in the world of law enforcement and criminal law. In 1964, Richie Roberts embarked on a stellar career with the Essex County Prosecutor's office in Newark, New Jersey. Starting out as a detective, Richie excelled in his investigations of organized crime figures operating in New Jersey. His keen instincts led to numerous arrests and convictions. As a result of his success in that arena, coupled by his obtaining a law degree, he was promoted to an assistant prosecutor and assigned to head up the then newly formed Bureau of ...

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Persia in the Great Game: Sir Percy Sykes – explorer, consul, soldier, spy by Antony Wynn (Lume Books) (69 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Percy Sykes was sent by Army Intelligence in the 1890s, first as an explorer and spy, then to open consulates along Persia's eastern borders. His job was to deter Russian expansion towards India. In his time, Sir Percy Sykes was a legend of empire: unpaid, he rode through thousands of miles of the harshest desert, marsh and mountain, often with his indomitable sister. He did whatever he felt necessary to protect his country's interests: when consul at Meshed during a very turbulent time, he bugged the Russian consulate and, armed only with diplomacy, single-handedly faced down a Russian attempt to annex north-east Persia. But Sykes was not the typical servant of empire. He hunted gazelle with princes, read Persian poetry, sat at the feet of dervish masters and got to the heart of the country. Persia in the Great Game explores Sykes' 25 years in Persia with humour and domestic detail, to give an insight that is instructive today. Praise for Persia in the Great Game: 'A ...

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Sketches by Patrick Toddy (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This was first published as a paperback in Pittsberg, and soon afterwards nearly all copies I had went missing from 7th Ave Saint Peters, Australia. What then happened some years later was a so called super-band formed, with Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Jeff Lyn & Roy Orbison and went by the name, The Traveling Wilbury's. Most of the Bob Dylan contributions to the band was with songs that talked about personal items such as where the book was printed, or where my literary agent came from. Now there's quite a story! Seems she has some links to a mafia hit-man for hire from some years ago. her address is in New jersey, and Bruce Springsteen is from the same state. His 1980 album was literally about what was going to happen to John Lennon after his silence of 5 years was broken. This book contains some short stories written as literary sketches, and also has some non-fictional chapters that cover various topics including the Charles Manson serial killings being linked to my ...

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The Jimmy Carter Years: The Life and Legacy of the 39th United States President (Exploring the Life of American Politicians: The Chronicles of ... by Emily Collins Price verified 9 hours ago

"The Jimmy Carter Years: The Life and Legacy of the 39th United States President" is a fascinating and in-depth exploration of the presidency of one of the most influential and beloved leaders of our time. With extensive research and insightful analysis, this book provides a comprehensive look at the life, accomplishments, and challenges of President Jimmy Carter. From his humble beginnings in Georgia to his rise to the presidency, readers will gain a deep understanding of the man who held the highest office in the land. They will be taken on a journey through the major events and accomplishments of the Carter presidency, including the Camp David Accords, the Panama Canal Treaty, and the creation of the Department of Energy. But this book goes beyond just a recounting of historical events. It delves into the personal life of the man behind the presidency, exploring his faith, family, and lifelong commitment to service. Readers will come away with a renewed appreciation for the ...

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Thomas Jefferson: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Was the Principal Author of the Declaration of Independence and the Third ... by Captivating History (62 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Did you know that Thomas Jefferson rewrote the Bible? Free History BONUS Inside! Although one can speak of Thomas Jefferson in a tediously factual way, he was an enigma. Historically, he is noted for writing the Declaration of Independence, which was a daring and courageous statement of the rights of Americans and, indeed, of all people. Hidden beneath the many cloaks of legalistic terminologies that he was fond of using, all the strengths and vulnerabilities of Jefferson as a man were there too. Like many people of today, he had a difficult childhood. He also liked to party while in college and loved to play the fiddle. The names of his friends and colleagues are featured in all the history books of yesteryear and today -- Patrick Henry, John Adams, George Washington, Lewis and Clark, Benjamin Harrison, and Lafayette. Thomas Jefferson also knew the scoundrels of the day like Benedict Arnold and Aaron Burr. He was not only a lawyer, a statesman, and a founding father of ...

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George Washington: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Served as the First President of the United States of America (Exploring ... by Captivating History (76 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Explore the Captivating Life of George Washington Free History BONUS Inside! One day at Mount Vernon, a young boy climbed into a window, fell, and hurt himself. George Washington, who had advanced rheumatism then, called for his servant to help. When the boy recovered, Washington asked why the boy had come in. The servant told him the boy wanted to get a look at the president. Washington then asked to see the boy. "You wanted to see the president, did you? Well, I am George Washington." "No!" retorted the boy, "You are only just a man. I want to see the President!" This is the history of George Washington who was a president, a general and a Founding Father of a new nation. But, most of all, it is the story of George Washington the man. Many of the anecdotes related herein are true stories told by the people who were his own family and friends. This captivating history book covers topics such as: • She Was Horrified! • From Tranquility to Turmoil • Two If by ...

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Seeking Permission: Finding the Freedom to Live Your Own Life by John R. Cole (5 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

"Seeking Permission: Finding the Freedom to Live Your Own Life" isn't just a book -- it's a beacon of hope, a testament to the power of self-acceptance, and a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit. Through the riveting story of John R. Cole, readers are invited to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and profound transformation. If you are yearning to live a life of authentic purpose, unchained by the opinions of others, the stories within these pages can serve as your guide. John's story weaves through the intricacies of complicated family dynamics, devotion to duty, and the expected or unexpected commitments life calls for. As a steadfast serviceman in the Coast Guard, John faced not just the literal storms at sea but also the waves of personal trauma, complex relationships, and the quest for self-realization after 36 years of unwavering service. This is a compelling narrative about confronting and overcoming life's trials, healing from trauma, and, most ...

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Heath Ledger: A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors) by Hourly History (128 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Discover the remarkable life of Heath Ledger... Free BONUS Inside! Heath Ledger rapidly rose to fame to become one of the most acclaimed actors of our time. Although his career was brief, spanning little over ten years, he shot up like a rising star. People still remember his innovative portrayal of the Joker and so many other roles with awe. Ledger poured everything he had into the parts he played, and his enthusiasm was quite evident on the big screen; Monster's Ball, Brokeback Mountain, and The Dark Knight all benefited from his passion and expertise. He was so utterly consumed by his work that, at times, the portrayals of Heath Ledger could be more adequately described as a spiritual walk-in rather than an act. But who was the real Heath Ledger? What was this dynamic actor truly like? In this book, we delve into the man behind the legend and discover what his life was like before it was tragically cut short at the age of 28. Discover a plethora of topics such as • Early Life ...

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Joseph Goebbels: A Life from Beginning to End (World War 2 Biographies) by Hourly History (420 Reviews)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

Discover the notorious life of Joseph Goebbels... Free BONUS Inside! With his delicate phraseology and deft massaging of truth and deception, Joseph Goebbels was the mouthpiece of a monstrous regime, dishing out propaganda for Nazi Germany throughout the Second World War. It was his mission to entirely subsume the consciousness of the German people with the warped ideals of the Nazi Party. Through this means, he convinced everyday Germans to look the other way while some of the worst atrocities in history were committed. Joseph Goebbels believed that he could martial the whole of Germany for what he called "total war" through the power of his own forked tongue. In retrospect, one can't help but be astonished at the influence this one man had on a whole nation of people. This is his story. Discover a plethora of topics such as • Early Life and Disability • Seeds of Antisemitism • Joining the Nazi Party • Minister of Propaganda • Victim of His Own Propaganda • Total ...

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Out Of My Head (Alternative Version): Fuzzy memoirs and confused ramblings on stuff I know nothing about by Clifford James Hayes (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Man-tart dislike ? Hitler switches ? fairground life ? child labour ? Jamaica ? Florence ? banana addiction ? urban sleepwalks ? flying a 747 ? giant spiders ? beard hatred ? owning half the toys in Hamleys. What do all the above have in common? The author of this book, that's what. Out of My Head is an autobiographical ramble through Clifford James Hayes's life experiences and subsequent skewed views on everything. Discover the true nature of reality and find out why fashion should be banned; understand why the world needs splugs and learn how to email yourself to distant stars. All this and a great deal more can be found in Out of My Head! This Second Edition contains new content and expanded sections unavailable previously. Contains some (mild) adult content. If unsure, do not purchase for persons under 11.56 years of age.

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James Madison: A Captivating Guide to an American Founding Father Who Served as the Fourth President of the United States of America (Exploring the ... by Captivating History (52 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Explore the Captivating Life of James Madison Free History BONUS Inside! James Madison earned the title "Father of the Constitution." How did this man who was diminutive of stature with a weak constitution produce such an energetic document? Through more than 200 years, it stands like a silent sentinel to protect the freedom and independence of the American people. It was a time when the Americans were weary from the tumult of the Revolution, but Madison's job had barely begun. He realized that it was up to him now to help fashion the future of a country that would outlive him. Although characterized as introverted and pensive, Madison had a ferocious absorption to persevere until he could effectively shepherd the Constitution through all the logistical stages necessary to make it real. In this new captivating history book, you'll discover the story of his remarkable life from beginning to end. This captivating history book covers topics such as: • Early Life and ...

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Napoleon and Hitler: A comparative biography by Desmond Seward (Lume Books) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Acclaimed historian Desmond Seward presents a fascinating exploration of the lives and temperaments of these two tyrants. He shows in an entirely new way how history can repeat itself, as he offers surprising insights into the two flagrant dictators who shaped the destiny of modern Europe. Both were obscure outsiders, struggling for social acceptance, who ultimately achieved military domination over Europe. Both destroyed themselves by invading Russia in the frozen depth of winter. Aloof and contemptuous of human life, neither would acknowledge the folly of their all-consuming megalomania. Napoleon and Hitler examines the parallels in their lives and careers and pinpoints a crucial link between them - a classic analysis of Napoleonic strategy written by a contemporary Prussian admirer, which Hitler read and implemented a hundred years later. Praise for Napoleon and Hitler: 'A Clever and cohesive look at megalomania in action... ' -- Kirkus Review Desmond Seward is a ...

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Escaping Alcatraz: The Untold Story of the Greatest Prison Break in American History by Michael Esslinger (65 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

NOTE: This book contains graphic depictions of extreme crime and violence. Its content may not be suitable for all readers. ** Escaping Alcatraz was the winning title of the 2018 International Book Awards in the True Crime category. ** Under the cover of night on June 11, 1962, using only crude homemade tools, Frank Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin tunneled their way out of Alcatraz, America's most secure maximum security prison. Enacting a complex escape plan, the trio broke free from the cellblock, made it undetected past patrolling guards, inflated homemade life vests and a raft, and set sail into a foggy history. Made famous by the classic film Escape from Alcatraz starring Clint Eastwood and multiple Hollywood documentaries, this legendary mystery is still debated over a half century later. Considered America's Devil Island, Alcatraz opened in August 1934 with the intent to turn the spectacularly colorful dispositions of America's worst criminals into a world of ...

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Serial Killers: Horror, & Murder: Scary Stories, & True Stories of the Most Terrifying Serial Killers the World has Ever Seen! (Ted Bundy, Jack the ... by Frank C. Chastain (61 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Chilling. Bloody. Insane. Sadistic. This is the nightmarish true-life story of the most infamous serial killers in history: the Long Island Killer, the Zodiac Killer, Genene Jones, the Boston Strangler, and Richard Ramirez. Each chapter gives a gruesome account of one of the five most vicious and insane killers in history; Thier crimes are so chilling they sound like horror movie plots. But even more horrifying, two of these killers have been caught while three are still at large.; • Hear the bizarre story of the Long Island Killer, who preys on women, primarily prostitutes, and is still at large today. • Study the letters sent to the newspapers by one of the most gruesome unsolved serial killer cases in history -- the Zodiac Killer. • Meet Genene Jones, a nurse who gave lethal doses of Heparin and Succinylcholine to at least 40 of the children she treated. • Read the shocking story of the Boston Strangler who sexually assaulted, tortured, and killed 13 ...

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Wild Bill From Boston: A B-17 Bomber Left Waist Gunner's Tale by W J O'Reilly (Innermotivation LTD, Publishers) (7 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

"Wild Bill From Boston" is a gripping novella that transports readers to 1944, into the heart of World War II's aerial battles. It follows Sergeant William "Wild Bill" O'Roarke, a left waist gunner on the B-17 bomber, The Spirit of Valley Forge. Stationed at Rougham Airfield in England, Bill and his crew navigate the perilous skies over Nazi-occupied Europe, forging unbreakable bonds amidst the chaos of war. This tale is a vivid portrayal of the courage, camaraderie, and emotional turmoil experienced by these young men. As Bill grapples with the realities of combat, personal loss, and fleeting moments of love, the story delves into the profound impact of war on individuals and the indomitable human spirit. "Wild Bill From Boston" is not just a war story; it's a tribute to the resilience and sacrifices of the Greatest Generation, offering a poignant look at the complexities and heroism of life during one of history's most tumultuous times.

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Marginal Man: Life of Emilio Goggio by Paul Redvers Brown (19 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

A nineteen-year-old boy made a promise to his eighty-three-year-old grandfather. He would write a book about his life, finally setting the record straight. Fifty-five years later, it's done. This is that book, and I was that boy. I imagined it would be a tribute to the man I loved, something like the letter our family received eight months after my grandfather died in 1979. It was from the University of Toronto Council of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, expressing their condolences and deep regrets. Here is part of what they had to say: "Professor Goggio was very active in the Italian cultural life of Toronto. He also supported with enthusiasm the activities of the University's Italian and Spanish Clubs. He was a prime example of the professor with wide interests... the kind of figure that is so desirable today." It is ironic to read these words, knowing how undesirable he was to many during his early career. My grandfather put himself squarely on the wrong side of pre-war ...

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Your Lonesome Loving Harold by Ashley Percival (Misadventures Media) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

It was the summer of 1936, Harold and Ruth fell in love at Bigwin Inn on Lake of Bays near Huntsville, Ontario. Their relationship was considered scandalous. Harold, a seasonal worker at Bigwin Inn, was 14 years Ruth's senior and, her mother did not approve. A secret was created to keep the romance growing. On October 10th 1936, Harold and Ruth mapped their future together and threw caution to the wind, hoping for the best. Their love story, however, had a bumpy road to their happy ending, with pressures running high and a desire to be together for all times. Follow along reading Harold's love letters to Ruth, from the moment they left Bigwin Inn after the season was over, to when they could finally be together forever. The prologue and epilogue was written by Harold and Ruth's son, Gary. The love letters have been transcribed by Ashley, their granddaughter

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Shake-Em-Shocked: Here's what really happened... by Felipe Cirino (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Just when you think you put it all together. You'll be shocked right back into reality. This is the story of what really happened and not just what you heard. Friendships are tested and Loyalty's built. Love just might be blooming and death may come reaping. Find out what really happened on that LIT night! Is Tiffany alive? Does Mikey know he's not the father. Will Detective Whiskey crack the case? Find out how I went from nothing to having it all!

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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 58 minutes 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 there you will learn about the reasons for the epic struggle and the historic consequences which followed it. You will be a historical tourist traveling back in time thirteen hundred years and vividly witness the war techniques, political tricks, and the lifestyle of that era. You will visit the palaces' reception rooms, personal homes, and public squares in Damascus, Kufa, and the Arabian Peninsula. You will observe historical characters and their ...

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Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence (Open Road Media) (2,240 Reviews)    Price verified 8 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 their efforts. A fascinating blend of autobiography, military history, and adventure story, Seven Pillars of Wisdom is a towering literary achievement befitting the man known around the world as Lawrence of Arabia. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.

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The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes by Vincent Starrett (MysteriousPress.com/Open Road) (163 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

An indispensable biography of the world's most famous detective from Mystery Writers of America Grand Master Vincent Starrett In a boarding house at 221B Baker Street, a genius is at work. With the help of his tireless companion, Dr. Watson, the peerless Sherlock Holmes solves one impossible mystery after the next. Many of his adventures, such as "The Hound of the Baskervilles" and "The Red-Headed League," are world famous, while others, including "The Adventure of the Tired Captain" and "The Singular Affair of the Aluminum Crutch," remain strictly private, simply because Watson cannot find the time to write them down. This glimpse into the secret case files of England's greatest detective is just one of the fascinating tidbits included in Vincent Starrett's landmark book of Sherlockiana. A founding member of the Baker Street Irregulars, Starrett enriches his meticulous research with a true fan's delight. Whether he is discussing Arthur Conan Doyle's real-life criminal ...

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Trial of Dr. Pritchard by R. E. Pritchard (2 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

A detailed account of the sensational murder trial that shocked Victorian Scotland and ended in Glasgow's last public hanging. In July of 1865, Dr. Edward William Pritchard was put on trial for the murder of his wife and mother-in-law. He slowly poisoned his wife, Mary Jane, while pretending to treat her for a mysterious illness. When her mother came to help care for her, Pritchard poisoned her, as well. He then falsified both women's death certificates. Over the course of the trial, dramatic testimonies exposed Pritchard's scandalous past, his infidelity, and the suspicious death of a servant girl he was suspected of killing years earlier. Pritchard was found guilty and was sentenced to death by hanging in Glasgow Green.

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A Book of Remarkable Criminals by H. B. Irving (624 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This classic study profiles serial killers, gentleman murderers, and every stripe of madman in between Benjamin Pitezel should never have trusted H. H. Holmes. In 1894, the two men conspired to fake Pitezel's death for the sake of a $10,000 insurance settlement. But Holmes decided murder would be simpler. He killed his partner, kidnapped three of his children, and tried to claim the insurance money as his own. The scheme unraveled and Holmes killed the children as well. When he was caught, the police had no idea they had captured one of the vilest murderers in American history. The Pitezel murders were only the tip of a very bloody iceberg. The chilling case of H. H. Holmes -- famously recounted in Erik Larson's award-winning bestseller, The Devil in the White City -- is but one of the true crime tales contained in this remarkable work. Author H. B. Irving understood the public's lurid fascination with murder, and in this seminal study he shows readers the many faces of evil.

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True Crime Trivia: 350 Fascinating Questions & Answers to Test Your Knowledge of Serial Killers, Mysteries, Cold Cases, Heists & More by Michelle Tooker (Beguile Media) (177 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Are you the ultimate true crime fan? How much do you know about your favorite cases? Play true crime trivia to find out: ?Did a serial killer roam the Titanic? ?Which food is the most shoplifted? ?How many killers get away with murder each year? ?Did a fax machine identify the Black Dahlia? Discover the answers to 350 eye-opening questions like these in True Crime Trivia. Each question is multiple choice or true/false so you can play trivia against yourself or your friends. Correct answers include surprising stories and shocking details about true crime cases you thought you knew and ones you have never heard of before. True Crime Trivia is organized into seven chapters, covering the following topics: ?Unsolved Mysteries & Cold Cases ?Serial Killers ?True Crime Podcasts ?Celebrity Crimes ?Heists & Robberies ?Facts & Figures ?Grab Bag Quiz yourself, challenge your friends or host a trivia night to see who is the ultimate true crime enthusiast. This book makes a perfect gift for ...

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Rangle Sajjan by Randhir Singh (Bhai Sahib Randhir Singh Trust UK) (47 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

BHAI SAHIB RANDHIR SINGH (1878-1961) was an outstanding freedom-fighter and a great saint and theologian who has made a lasting contribution to the religious and cultural revival in Punjab, and was one of the first few Punjabi revolutionaries who staked their life and career to bring about political awakening and win freedom for their country. Son of a High Court Judge and educated in Govt. College and Mission College, Lahore, Bhai Randhir Singh ushered a moral and spiritual revival which set into motion what later on came to be known as Gurdwara Reform Movement. In the Rakabganj Affair (1913) it was his stern challenge to the British Government and stirring call to the people to organize resistance, which prevented the further desecration of the historic shrine. In 1914, he was the only non-emigrant Sikh leader who completely identified himself with the cause of the Ghadar Party and suffered imprisonment for seventeen long years. He is known to historians of this period as "Hero of ...

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Soaring Higher: One Man’s True Story of the Faithfulness of God in a Life of Travel and Adventure around the World by Philip Eyster (Aneko Press) (315 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Dr. Philip Eyster has been in Christian ministry since 1976. He made his first international trip in 1981, and since then, has ministered in over 40 countries around the world. In addition to bringing humanitarian aid and disaster relief to many places around the globe, he has brought the gospel to jungle villages, desert tribes, schools, factories, hospitals, AIDS clinics, leper colonies, open-air markets, and countless transportation hubs. All this has resulted in some alarming, hilarious, dangerous, and sensitive cross-cultural situations. His life is a witness to the provision, protection, and faithfulness of God. Over the years they have given a clear gospel witness along with food, water, sanctuary, medicine, eye glasses, and training to hundreds of thousands of people. Dr. Eyster is the founder and president of Eagle Projects International, and along with their partners, they have rescued hundreds of girls from sex trafficking, supplied doctors to the uncared for, and planted ...

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Archivist on a Bicycle: Jiří Fiedler by Ruth Ellen Gruber (Plunkett Lake Press) (27 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Archivist on a Bicycle is a tribute to Ji?í Fiedler, a Czech Protestant, who for most of his life documented extinct Bohemian and Moravian Jewish communities at great danger to himself. His day job was as a children's book editor; his passion was mapping and archiving the sites of Jewish life in the Czech lands. From the 1970s through 2014, he was an invaluable source for scholars, genealogists, museum curators -- anyone in the world interested in Czech Jews. Ji?í rarely talked about what he called his "strange hobby," but viewed it as a decent person's response to Nazism and Communism. After the Velvet Revolution, he published Jewish Sights in Bohemia and Moravia and more than one hundred scholarly articles and reviews. His electronic encyclopedia of Jewish communities at the Jewish Museum of Prague contains 1,670 entries. The writers, translators, and publisher have honored Fiedler's spirit by making this collection of essays available "for free." "Archivist on a Bicycle is a ...

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Grandfather Lost by Vella Munn (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Violent death mystery lasts for one hundred years In 1924, Homer Eon Flint, a thirty six year old multi-published writer and married father of three young children was found dead at the bottom of a canyon. According to a witness and the police, he was pinned under a taxi with a loaded pistol nearby. The media sensationalized his violent end. Some sources suggested he'd participated in an earlier bank robbery. Several friends even considered that he'd committed suicide because of his interest in the occult. The taxi driver--who died in prison--told police that Flint had hijacked the taxi at gunpoint and had driven away, only to die in an accident later that night. Then there's the belief held by Homer's family. He was a victim -- in the wrong place at the wrong time. Homer Eon Flint is considered one of the early twentieth century American pioneers in science fiction. His work such as The Devolutionist and The Emancipatrix have remained as pillars of the speculative fiction genre. ...

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One Lousy Pirate: Travels in the Caribbean by Doug Walsh (Snoke Valley Books) (107 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Sailing away from it all isn't always what it's cracked up to be. One Lousy Pirate is a toe dipped in the waters of a runaway Caribbean fantasy. Journey alongside the author as he explores the islands of Barbados, St. Vincent, and the Tobago Cays in search of his nonexistent sea legs. This humorous travel memoir takes readers across the azure waters of the southern Caribbean, from a soup kitchen to a four-star restaurant and the summit of a volcano to the pits of seasickened despair. One Lousy Pirate is a funny, vivid quest to discover if the escapist Caribbean fantasy is what it's cracked up to be. Peel back the romance and the intrigue and dive below the surface to see if the potential reality is as wonderful as we imagine. Now Includes sample chapters from the author's bestselling travel-inspired novel, Tailwinds Past Florence.

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sun square moon: writings on yoga and writing by Inez Baranay (8 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Writings on yoga practice and writing practice, how yoga and writing reflect, support or conflict with each other, by a widely published author and a long-time yoga practitioner. Practice, discipline, dreams, the body, tradition and life are some of its themes. First published in India and with a review by N Sjoman, author of The Yoga Tradition of the Mysore Palace.

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Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 02 Little Journeys To the Homes of Famous Women by Elbert Hubbard (6 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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Richard Owen: Scotland 1810, Indiana 1890 (The Founders Series) by Victor Lincoln Albjerg (Purdue University Press) Price verified 8 hours ago

Richard Dale Owen was born in 1810 in Scotland to a wealthy textile manufacturer and philanthropist. The youngest of eight children, Richard grew up at the family estate of Braxfield House, where he received his early education from private tutors. He would later go on to study chemistry, physics, and natural sciences, among other subjects, traveling between Scotland and Switzerland for his schooling. Owen arrived in the United States in 1828 to teach in New Haven, Indiana, where his father was running an experimental utopian community of happiness, enlightenment, and prosperity. He would later go on to be Indiana's second state geologist before enlisting in the army during both the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. Colonel Owen took command of 4,000 Confederate prisoners at Camp Morton in Indianapolis, where he established new daily routines and rules for supervision of the prisoners. Under Owen's command, prisoners were allowed to read books and form glee clubs, ...

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The Hovde Years: A Biography of Frederick L. Hovde (The Founders Series) by Robert W. Topping (Purdue University Press) Price verified 6 hours ago

This biography details Hovde's life and times from his birth at Erie, Pennsylvania, through his boyhood at Devils Lake, North Dakota, and includes his student days at the University of Minnesota and in England and Europe as a Rhodes scholar. In addition, it outlines his career from the time he returned to the United States from England in 1932, as well as when he went back again in 1941 as the United States secretary for American-British scientific research and development exchange efforts. Principally, it covers his twenty-five years as president of Purdue University, his impact on higher education generally, and his retirement in 1971. The book depicts Hovde the president and Hovde the man. It focuses on the growth of Purdue University from the post-World War II years through the tumultuous times of the late 1960s and Hovde's own comments on those periods.

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Edward Charles Elliott, Educator (The Founders Series) by Frank K. Burrin (Purdue University Press) Price verified 5 hours ago

A study of the 50-year career of Edward Charles Elliott is a study of the development of American education. Elliott had experience as a high school and college teacher, school system superintendent, state college system chancellor, and president of a Big Ten university, all during a period of change in American attitudes toward public schooling and rapid growth in education institutions. As president of Purdue University from 1922 to 1945, Elliott steered the school through years of expansion in size, prestige, and service. Student enrollment, staff, course offerings, buildings, and campus acreage more than doubled; the total value of the physical plant increased more than five-fold, and the schools of pharmacy, home economics, and graduate study were opened under Elliott's leadership. This book shows not only how Elliott helped make Purdue University what it is today, but documents educational trends from 1900 to 1950 and includes a lengthy bibliography of Elliott's writings to ...

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The Dean: A Biography of A.A. Potter (The Founders Series) by Robert B. Eckles (Purdue University Press) Price verified 8 hours ago

More than 20,000 engineering students at Purdue University have been touched in some way by the ides or the warm personality of Andrey A. Potter, who served for 33 years as dean of the Schools of Engineering at Purdue, the world's largest engineering institution. Awarded the honorary title of "Dean of the Deans of Engineering Universities" in 1949 by his alma mater, MIT, Potter has been a teacher for 48 years and a dean for 40. Among his thousands of colleagues at Kansas State, Purdue, and the professional societies he has headed, he is known with respect and affection simply as "the Dean." This book, illustrated with photographs, traces his life from his boyhood in Russia and his journey at age 15 to America where, he contends, his life really began. We see him as a student cutting lab classes to attend an afternoon concert of the Boston Symphony, as a young man growing a van Dyke beard to make himself look older for his first job as an engineer with General Electric, and as a new ...

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Rafi Ahmed Kidwai: BRIDGING REGION and nation : a political biography by RATHIN BISWAS (Notion Press) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 49 minutes ago

"Pandit Ko bhi Salam hai aur maulvi ko bhi, mazhab na chahiye mujhe imaan chahiye." - Akbar Allahabadi "Rafi Ahmed Kidwai: Bridging Region and Nation" is a political biography of a congressman from Uttar Pradesh to whom nothing mattered but Indian freedom. During pre-partitioned days when greatest of the Muslims queued to Muhammad Ali Jinnah in his Pakistan movement, he stood his guns with resolute firmness. He was Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's closest colleague, India's first communication Minister and was one of the two Muslims in the Nehru cabinet along with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. He achieved miracles as Food and Agriculture Minister by his policy of food de-control. He was an administrative genius to the caliber of Sardar Patel, a nationalist Indian, and a humanist in truest term. This book is a product of extensive research on pre- partition Gandhian phase of UP congress vis-à-vis India as a whole. It will provide opportunity for the readers to peep inside the Congress ...

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Christian Leaders of the Eighteenth Century (Updated, Annotated): Eleven Biographies in One Volume by J. C. Ryle (149 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Biographies of George Whitefield, John Wesley, William Grimshaw, William Romaine, Daniel Rowlands, John Berridge, Henry Venn, Samuel Walker, James Hervey, Augustus Toplady, and John Fletcher. The reader will soon discover that I am an enthusiastic admirer of the men whose lives and ministries I have narrated in this volume. I confess it honestly. I am a thorough admirer of them. I firmly believe that, with the exceptions of Martin Luther and his contemporaries and our own martyred Reformers, the world has not seen any such men since the days of the apostles. I believe there have not been any who have preached as much clear scriptural truth, none who have lived such lives, none who have shown such courage in Christ's service, none who have suffered as much for the truth, and none who have done as much good. If anyone can name better men, he knows more than I do. My purpose in compiling these biographies was to present to the public the lives, characters, and work of the leading ...

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Battle for the Solomons (Illustrated) by Ira Wolfert (1,317 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Battle for the Solomons is Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Ira Wolfert's dazzling account of the fierce land, sea, and air fighting in the Solomon Islands during 1942. Wolfert was in the thick of it, facing death alongside the troops, and he reproduces events as they happen in real time, making for a tense, suspenseful read. Wolfert risked his life on several occasions for the sake of authenticity, and survived to write this, one of the most remarkable combat memoirs of World War 2.

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The Diary of Samuel Pepys: A Glimpse into 17th Century England by Samuel Pepys (Namaskar Books) (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Step into the fascinating world of 17th century England with "The Diary of Samuel Pepys" by Samuel Pepys. Join Pepys as he offers readers a rare glimpse into the everyday life, politics, and culture of one of the most dynamic periods in British history. As you delve into Pepys' diary entries, prepare to be transported back in time to the bustling streets of London, where intrigue, scandal, and adventure await at every corner. From the Great Plague to the Great Fire, Pepys documents the extraordinary events that shaped the course of English history. But beyond the historical events, "The Diary of Samuel Pepys" provides a vivid portrait of a man grappling with his own ambitions, desires, and shortcomings. Pepys' candid reflections offer readers a window into the complexities of human nature and the universal experiences that transcend time. Yet, amidst the drama and chaos of 17th century England, a profound question emerges: What lessons can we learn from Pepys' experiences, and how ...

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Babysitter: An American History by Miriam Forman-Brunell (NYU Press) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 19 minutes ago

On Friday nights many parents want to have a little fun together -- without the kids. But "getting a sitter" -- especially a dependable one -- rarely seems trouble-free. Will the kids be safe with "that girl"? It's a question that discomfited parents have been asking ever since the emergence of the modern American teenage girl nearly a century ago. In Babysitter, Miriam Forman-Brunell brings critical attention to the ubiquitous, yet long-overlooked babysitter in the popular imagination and American history. Informed by her research on the history of teenage girls' culture, Forman-Brunell analyzes the babysitter, who has embodied adults' fundamental apprehensions about girls' pursuit of autonomy and empowerment. In fact, the grievances go both ways, as girls have been distressed by unsatisfactory working conditions. In her quest to gain a fuller picture of this largely unexamined cultural phenomenon, Forman-Brunell analyzes a wealth of diverse sources, such as The Baby-sitter's Club ...

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The Essential Agus: The Writings of Jacob B. Agus by Steven T. Katz (NYU Press) (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Rabbi Jacob Agus' (1911-1986) intellectual production spanned nearly a half century and covered an enormous historical and conceptual range, from the biblical to the modern era. Best known as an important Jewish scholar, he also held important rabbinic, teaching, and public positions. Although born and raised within an orthodox setting, Agus was strongly influenced by American liberalism and his work displayed modernizing sympathies, reservations about nationalism--including some forms of Zionism--and often severe criticisms of kabbalah. Agus crafted a unique, quite American, modernizing vision that ardently sought to remain in touch with the wellsprings of the rabbinic tradition while remaining open to the intellectual and moral currents of his own time.The Essential Agus brings together a sampling of Agus' most important published and unpublished material in one easily accessible volume. It will be an invaluable resource for students and researchers seeking to experience Agus' ...

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Reflections: The Life and Writings of a Young Blind Woman in Post-Revolutionary France (The History of Disability Book 5) by Therese-Adèle Husson (NYU Press) (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In the 1820s, several years before Braille was invented, Therese-Adele Husson, a young blind woman from provincial France, wrote an audacious manifesto about her life, French society, and her hopes for the future. Through extensive research and scholarly detective work, authors Catherine Kudlick and Zina Weygand have rescued this intriguing woman and the remarkable story of her life and tragic death from obscurity, giving readers a rare look into a world recorded by an unlikely historical figure. Reflections is one of the earliest recorded manifestations of group solidarity among people with the same disability, advocating self-sufficiency and independence on the part of blind people, encouraging education for all blind children, and exploring gender roles for both men and women. Resolutely defying the sense of "otherness" which pervades discourse about the disabled, Husson instead convinces us that that blindness offers a fresh and important perspective on both history and ...

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Joan: Drop Dead Diva: (Joan Rivers returns) by Rafal Kudlinski (ITQ MEDIA) (17 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Joan Rivers Returns in a book from the other world... It ain't a culinary book, although characters eat a lot of fantastic dishes and dish about celebrities.This is not biography of any kind either. It's full of real data from Joan's life to keep it more close to our hearts and down to earth. Joan was once a comedienne. Due to unfortunate tour of events she crosses over to a new world that seems to be so like ours, but it's not the same. Before afterlife of star treatment she has few more assignments on the menu. With her new pals Mandy, Ksav, Monique and Mary she must go to new frontiers, to declutter and clean talentless celebrities from public life. You will "Meet the Farthashians", "Cleaning Ladies of Hollywood-end", "Divas without the voices", "Housewives from the Sexy mansion" and "Spoiled and dumb - kids of Beverly Halls" plus many more in the book, that glorifies true talent and puts satire treatment on so called stars of the Hollywood. Did I mention Joan's dog is back? Max ...

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Expression. My Cancer: a Gut Feeling. by Kerry O'Brien (23 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Reading a book about an individual's journey with a terminal bowel cancer diagnosis would ordinarily seem to be a rather depressing read. However, Kerry's light-hearted sense of humour and unending positivity and love of life shines through in her writing. In this very personal book, Kerry overcomes the stigma of talking openly about the symptoms and treatments for bowel cancer: there are graphic descriptions of some of the intimate details of bodily (mal)functions; reflections on her research into what may have contributed to her diagnosis and nutritional and other lifestyle changes she has found helpful. Kerry shares how she has made sense of her situation and developed coping strategies, in the hope of helping others. The insights gained from this book will be valuable for a broad range of readers: patients with bowel cancer, wanting to learn more about other patients' experiences; families and friends of bowel cancer patients (who perhaps feel uncomfortable asking those difficult ...

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75 Things You Should Know About Working in a Call Center: A Fun Look at Life on the Phones by Marsha Marie (73 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

This book is an in-depth look at what it is like to work on the phones in a call center. Fun, revealing and at times, shocking. Marsha tells it like it is to work 8 hours a day with headsets glued to your head.

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Borden of Yale: The Life and Legacy of William Borden - No Reserve, No Retreat, No Regrets by Mrs. Howard Taylor (1 Review)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

The Inspiring Life and Legacy of William Borden, a Man of Unwavering Faith and Profound Impact William Borden was extraordinary in almost every sense. Born into wealth and privilege, he could have chosen to live a life of luxury and ease. Instead, he surrendered it all for a life of service to Christ. "Borden of Yale" is the riveting account of a man who exemplified what it means to be fully committed to God. Raised in Moody Church in Chicago and educated at both Yale and Princeton, Borden first felt the missionary call during a round-the-world journey gifted to him by his parents at the age of sixteen. The following year, he received a distinct call to dedicate his life to serving the Muslims of China, a decision that shaped everything he did from that point forward. Though a scholar in his own right, Borden's theological insights were not merely intellectual pursuits; they were living beliefs that propelled him into action. From leading Bible studies in dorms and founding the ...

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Wicked Games and Wasted Years Part 1: Every woman has her breaking point by Amanda Schiller (7 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Get ready to be gaslit and triggered. Based on a true story, this novel is about the torment of narcissistic abuse. What was once categorized as women's fiction, and as a psychological thriller, is now being acknowledged for what it truly is. This novel is a fictionalized memoir about me, a woman, trapped in my own mind by a cruel covert narcissist. This story follows the life of Sara when she meets the narcissist, the love of her life. It was at a time when she was still reeling over her brother's death, but trying to move on with life when she meets the charismatic, hilarious, attentive, where have you been all my life, Brandon. They marry quickly, and Sara's reality begins to unravel immediately. Each chapter encapsulates Sara's mass internal conflict as she's gaslit by her husband over and over and over, until she almost breaks. You will experience how the narcissist unravels the mind as a master gaslighter. But the wicked games don't end there. Witness how even at her breaking ...

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End of the Road (The Rozzers Book 1) by Diem Burden (Shriven Books) (297 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

What is it about cops that we find so intriguing? Most people have strong views of the police, but how many of these views are based on evidence, and which are biased or stereotypes? What makes a person leave a perfectly normal life and join the police, putting themselves instantly into harms way, and suffering health issues that come with working a lifetime of shift-work, not to mention a messed-up social life? This is the true, short story of just such a person who ended up spending 12 years at the sharp end of policing in the beautiful city of Cambridge in the UK. It starts with a seemingly routine day in the life of young British soldier Diem Burden. His life is at a crossroads: his military career rapidly coming to an end with no idea of what to do post-army. With a new family to support, the pressure is mounting on him to find a way forward - and soon. Returning back to camp after an idyllic day out, the squaddie is thrown into a horrifying tragedy which puts him to the test, as ...

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The Bible by King James version (E-BOOKARAMA) (22 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

When James I became King of England in 1603, having a Bible version dedicated to him was the farthest thing from his mind. But being a good administrator, when the Puritans presented him with a list of grievances they had against the Church of England, James decided to convene a conference to try to work out the differences. No real decisions of lasting worth were made at that conference except one: To create a new version of the English Bible. In 1611 the first copies of the new "Authorized Version" were released. Like every new Bible version before, it had to deal with people hesitant to give up their older versions. But it quickly overcame these trials, and within 25 years it had replaced the Geneva Translation as the version most used in Churches and for private study. And because of its excellence, the King James Version would become the only English Bible for almost three centuries.

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Grace O'Malley: The Pirate Queen of Ireland (Pirate Chronicles Book 1) by History Nerds (33 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

The name Grace O'Malley stands forever as a sign and symbol that even in repressive times no one can be held back that chooses their destiny. A Pirate, a wife, a mother, and a fearsome warrior, Grace carved her name in the annuls of history standing up to Lords, ladies, and even Queen Elizabeth as she refused to bow the knee to someone she called "an equal". A strong woman in a day where men sought to ignore them, a Pirate who fought better than many men, and a fearsome warrior who is quoted in the middle of a battle as having shouted at her son. "Why are you hiding back there? Are you trying to climb back inside my womb?" Can a woman have a career and a family? Grace did. Can a woman be a Pirate? Grace did. Can an Irishwoman come face to face with an English Queen, hold her own, smuggle a dagger into the meeting, and come out with an agreement? Grace did. Jump into this concise retelling of Grace, her husbands, sons, battles, and much more.

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Making Peace in an Age of War: Emperor Ferdinand III (1608–1657) (Central European Studies) by Mark Hengerer (6 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

This English-language translation of Mark Hengerer's Kaiser Ferdinand III: 1608-1657 Eine Biographie is based on an analysis of the weekly reports sent by the papal nuncio's office to the Vatican. These reports give detailed information about the daily whereabouts of the dynasty, courtiers, and foreign visitors, and they contain the gossip of the court in addition to weekly analysis of some political problems. This material enabled the author to report on daily life of the dynasty and to analyze the circumstances under which policy was made, which has led to a balance between the personality of Ferdinand III and the problems with which he dealt. In this biography, Hengerer provides answers to the question: Why did it take the emperor more than ten years to end a devastating war, the traumatizing effects of which on central Europe lasted into the twentieth century, particularly since there was no hope of victory against his foreign adversaries from the very moment he came into power?

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American Men of Action by Burton Egbert Stevenson (7 Reviews)    Price verified 9 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.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs

Eva and Otto: Resistance, Refugees, and Love in the Time of Hitler by Tom Pfister (Purdue University Press) (22 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Eva and Otto is a true story about German opposition and resistance to Hitler as revealed through the early lives of Eva Lewinski Pfister (1910-1991) and Otto Pfister (1900-1985). It is an intimate and epic account of two Germans -- Eva born Jewish, Otto born Catholic -- who worked with a little-known German political group that resisted and fought against Hitler in Germany before 1933 and then in exile in Paris before the German invasion of France in May 1940. After their improbable escapes from separate internment and imprisonment in Europe, Eva obtained refuge in America in October 1940 where she worked to rescue other endangered political refugees, including Otto, with the help of Eleanor Roosevelt. As revealed in recently declassified records, Eva and Otto later engaged in different secret assignments with the US Office of Strategic Services (OSS) in support of the Allied war effort. Despite their vastly different backgrounds, Eva and Otto gave each other hope and strength as ...

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Do It Different: Measurements, Modeling and MRP by Rich Ames (3 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Do It Different, Measurements, Modeling and MRP is a memoir that chronicles the author's personal and professional discovery of how Manufacturing Planning and Control Systems work in the real world. It offers a unique and personal perspective on the growth of technology across the author's lifetime and it describes how he developed, and used system performance measurement tools and training methodologies to successfully implement and manage those systems.

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Reflections on Enchantress from the Stars and Other Essays by Sylvia Engdahl (3 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In the title essay of this ebook science fiction author Sylvia Engdahl discusses her Newbery Honor book Enchantress from the Stars--which she intended for teens rather than children--pointing out reactions to it that she finds disturbing. The story is literally about relations between species that have evolved in different time frames on separate planets, she says, and to interpret it as an allegory about intercultural relations on Earth implies that some cultures of our world are more "primitive" than others, a view long ago rejected by anthropolgists. Though there is much in the book that does indeed apply to people of our own world, the elder species' attitude toward younger ones does not, since we of Earth are all members of the same species. It is relevant not to how we view each other, but to how we view our relation to the rest of the universe--for example, whether we should expect extraterrestrial civiliations to send the radio messages across space that many scientists now ...

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Rendezvous at Jumbo Pass: A Twisting Tale of Wilderness Survival (My Country) by Nowick Gray (Cougar WebWorks) (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

A romantic wilderness cabin becomes a dream-box of catastrophe and survival, in this true adventure with a paranormal twist. Will, a treeplanter, hikes with a companion to meet his wife and 3-year-old daughter in BC's remote Jumbo Pass. An overnight storm pushes them to the brink of deadly choices, at fate's mercy. Caught in the strands of a deadly time-loop, Will must navigate a series of doorways to survival. Each choice means a different outcome, a different life... or even death. The story's mystery plays out against the backdrop of vast natural beauty in the Purcell Mountains of British Columbia (think Groundhog Day meets the Twilight Zone, in the heart of the Canadian wilderness). Readers find Rendezvous "beautifully written... Though the narrative thread twists and loops, its captivating forward momentum never skips a beat." Pick up your copy today by clicking the Buy Now button at the top of this page.

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My Amiable Uncle: Recollections About Booth Tarkington (The Founders Series) by Susanah Mayberry (Purdue University Press) (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Twice he won the Pulitzer Prize in fiction: in 1919 for The Magnificent Ambersons and in 1922 for Alice Adams. His play Clarence launched Alfred Lunt on his distinguished career and provided Helen Hayes with an early successful role. His Penrod books continued the American boy-story tradition which started with the works of Mark Twain. Early in this century, through his novel The Turmoil, he warned of sacrificing the environment to industrial growth. Yet, since his death in 1946, Booth Tarkington -- this writer from the Midwest who accomplished so much -- has faded from the memory of the reading public, and many of his works are out of print. But his memory is fresh and vivid in the mind of his grandniece Susanah Mayberry, and her recollections of him leap from the pages of her book. She recalls that as a small child, before she was aware of her uncle's fame as a writer, he emerged as the one figure whose outline was clear among the blur of forms that made up her large family. "No ...

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Ike's Letters to a Friend, 1941-1958 by Robert W. Griffith (University Press of Kansas) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

"Swede Hazlett was one of the people to whom I 'opened up.'" -- Dwight D. Eisenhower Dwight D. Eisenhower and E. E. ("Swede") Hazlett grew up together in Abilene, Kansas, and remained close, corresponding regularly from 1941 until Hazlett's death in 1958. The letters collected in this volume, many of them surprisingly revealing, contain Eisenhower's views on a wide range of diplomatic, military, and political issues. Taken together they constitute a remarkable inner history of Eisenhower's public career. Robert Griffith's introductory essay is a masterful account of the Eisenhower-Hazlett relationship and of the insights provided by their correspondence for understanding the Eisenhower years. Griffith's substantial headnotes give additional detail and context where necessary and provide a sense of narrative continuity to the correspondence. The Eisenhower who emerges from these pages bears little resemblance to the bumbling caricature produced by journalists in the 1950s. But ...

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Meet the Man from Hobbtown by Dennis R Smith (17 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

In Dennis' words: "Meet the Man from Hobbtown is a record of my life, written now when, at the present date, I am eighty-eight years old. After being asked many times by my two daughters, Pamela (Smith) Hill, of Portland, Oregon, and Angela Smith, of Springfield, Missouri, I have finally yielded to their wishes and put in print a great part of my life. I have not done this for any financial benefit, but I hope that my entire family will appreciate this history, which has its start in the year I was born, December 11, 1929." The e-book version of this book was published posthumously. Dennis joined his beloved wife, Carolyn Smith, on August 31, 2023, after eight months apart. The family has opted to publish the book for free for anyone who wishes to know more about this incredible man.

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Refuge Must Be Given: Eleanor Roosevelt, the Jewish Plight, and the Founding of Israel by John F. Sears (Purdue University Press) (10 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Refuge Must Be Given details the evolution of Eleanor Roosevelt from someone who harbored negative impressions of Jews to become a leading Gentile champion of Israel in the United States. The book explores, for the first time, Roosevelt's partnership with the Quaker leader Clarence Pickett in seeking to admit more refugees into the United States, and her relationship with Undersecretary of State Sumner Welles, who was sympathetic to the victims of Nazi persecution yet defended a visa process that failed both Jewish and non-Jewish refugees. After the war, as a member of the American delegation to the United Nations, Eleanor Roosevelt slowly came to the conclusion that the partition of Palestine was the only solution both for the Jews in the displaced persons camps in Europe, and for the conflict between the Arabs and the Jews. When Israel became a state, she became deeply involved in supporting the work of Youth Aliyah and Hadassah, its American sponsor, in bringing Jewish refugee ...

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Life of the Promised Messiah by Maulana Abdul-Karim (3 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

An endearing, intimately personal account of the life of Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, on whom be peace, told by Maulana Abdul-Karim of Sialkot, may Allah be pleased with him. In this moving and heart-warming story, we gain unique insight into the personal life of a man who claimed to be the Promised Messiah and Mahdi, divinely commissioned to unite humanity and rekindle the bond between God and His creation. Hazrat Maulana Sahib brings readers into the home of the Promised Messiah and shows, how even in his most informal moments, he was an affectionate husband, a loving father, and a gracious guide. This compelling and passionate account shines a light on the pristine character of a man who left behind a legacy of faith and devotion to God, compassion for humanity, and perseverance in the face of adversity.

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My Life: A Story of God's Grace by Roger Mohrlang (12 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

This is the story of a small-town Nebraska boy whose life was transformed by his conversion to Christ and his study of scripture during his college years as a physics student. In a most unlikely way, he went on to become a missionary Bible translator, living in a mud hut among the Kamw? people in northeastern Nigeria, and then a professor of biblical studies at Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington. But this is really the fascinating story of God's grace, leading and providing for him over the past sixty years of his sometimes eccentric life. Told with candor, self-deprecating humor, and evangelical conviction, this is the story of a person who, recognizing Christ's claim on his life, has devoted his life to serving him.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs