Contending with Paul: The Hidden Story Behind the Writing of Matthew, Mark, and Luke by William Joseph Cobble Price verified 2 hours ago

Awarded Amazon's "#1 New Release in Biographies of Judaism" Contending with Paul: The Hidden Story Behind the Writing of Matthew, Mark and Luke, is not a book that easily fits into existing genres. Within its pages one will find history, theology, biography, and literary criticism. This book focuses primarily on the first two generations of the Christian movement. The first generation includes the Apostles, Jesus' family members, and Paul. It is this generation who would first debate how the message of Jesus should be presented to ...

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The Villains Who Snapped My Spine: A Memoir by A. H. Nazzareno (15 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

"Filled with determination, an honest sense of mortality and enviable vitality, A. H. Nazzareno and his memoir The Villains Who Snapped My Spine set the benchmark for how to cope with a life-changing diagnosis." -- IndiesToday In June 2021, a typical 30-year-old self-proclaimed car and coffee enthusiast's life was suddenly derailed. The humor-laced and nostalgia-infused debut memoir follows A. H. Nazzareno in his attempt to make sense of a rare diagnosis. Written in a hospital bed and in the immediate weeks following major surgery, ...

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Joan Crawford A Talent for Living by Jennifer Bitman (38 Reviews)    Price verified 11 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 ...

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Female Prisoners of World War Two (Women Prisoners of War Series) by Nikki McDove (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours 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. ...

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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 13 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 ...

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Rule by The HANDS of The CLOCK by Deane Russell (1 Review)    Price verified 13 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 ...

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Milspouse Matters: Sharing Strength through Our Stories by Jen McDonald (26 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours 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 ...

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The I.T. Guy: Real life IT support in dangerous locations by Graeme Simpson (14 Reviews)    Price verified 12 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 8 hours 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 ...

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Encounters with Mathematicians: The Human Side by Vitali Milman (2 Reviews)    Price verified 13 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 ...

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Psycho Killers by Ignacio Esteban (5 Reviews)    Price verified 13 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 ...

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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 13 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 ...

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Shergar: A True Crime Story of Kidnapping, Racehorse and Politics by Conrad Bauer (Maplewood Publishing) (75 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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 ...

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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, ...

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We Named Her Faith by Tim Orr (95 Reviews)    Price verified 12 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. ...

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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 4 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 ...

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Bus Stops, Buddhism and Ecuador by John McKenzie (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 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 2 hours 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 ...

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The Bad Boys of Diplomacy: Diplomats "badness" ratings by country by S. Novikov (6 Reviews)    Price verified 12 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 ...

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American Maverick: Target: American Gangsters by Richie Roberts (Amazon Pro Hub) (11 Reviews)    Price verified one minute 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 ...

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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 2 hours 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 ...

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Sketches by Patrick Toddy (2 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours 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 ...

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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 5 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 ...

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Been Scammed???: The Banks And The Contingent Reimbursement Model (CRM) Code Explained by Dr Lydia Taiwo (1 Review)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Becoming a victim of a scam is so debilitating and many times there is nowhere to turn to. It is very important for victims of scams to know what to do, so as to be reimbursed by the banks. Many people are not aware of the Contingent Reimbursement Model (CRM) Code to which 315 banks have already signed up to. The contingency reimbursement model the banks have signed up to, indicates that banks reimburse victims of fraud and scams. I hope this book helps to put some calm to your horrific situation.

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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 13 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 ...

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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 5 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 ...

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Seeking Permission: Finding the Freedom to Live Your Own Life by John R. Cole (5 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours 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 ...

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Heath Ledger: A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors) by Hourly History (128 Reviews)    Price verified 56 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 ...

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

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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 5 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 ...

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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 13 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 ...

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Napoleon and Hitler: A comparative biography by Desmond Seward (Lume Books) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours 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 ...

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Escaping Alcatraz: The Untold Story of the Greatest Prison Break in American History by Michael Esslinger (65 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours 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 ...

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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 6 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 ...

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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 13 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 ...

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Marginal Man: Life of Emilio Goggio by Paul Redvers Brown (19 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours 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 ...

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Your Lonesome Loving Harold by Ashley Percival (Misadventures Media) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours 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 ...

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Shake-Em-Shocked: Here's what really happened... by Felipe Cirino (2 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours 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 8 hours 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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Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence (Open Road Media) (2,240 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 Private Life of Sherlock Holmes by Vincent Starrett (MysteriousPress.com/Open Road) (163 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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 ...

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Trial of Dr. Pritchard by R. E. Pritchard (2 Reviews)    Price verified 6 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 ...

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A Book of Remarkable Criminals by H. B. Irving (624 Reviews)    Price verified 6 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 ...

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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 9 hours 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 ...

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Rangle Sajjan by Randhir Singh (Bhai Sahib Randhir Singh Trust UK) (47 Reviews)    Price verified 12 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 ...

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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 12 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 ...

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Archivist on a Bicycle: Jiří Fiedler by Ruth Ellen Gruber (Plunkett Lake Press) (27 Reviews)    Price verified 6 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 ...

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Grandfather Lost by Vella Munn (1 Review)    Price verified 9 hours 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 ...

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