Biography & Autobiography

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Dyatlov Pass Incident: The Grotesque Death Of Nine - Paperback

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by John Downey (Author)In February 1959, nine hikers, led by Igor Dyatlov, died in mysterious circumstances on the slopes of the Ural Mountains. Rescuers found their bodies hundreds of metres from the campsite. The tent had been slashed from the inside and still contained their clothes and shoes. Their half-naked corpses had crushed ribs, fractured skulls; one poor girl was even missing her tongue. An inquest at the time concluded that they had been killed by "unknown compelling natural force...

The Butterfly Years: A Journey Through Grief Toward Hope - Paperback

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by Katty Douraghy (Author)In this raw, vulnerable memoir, Katty Douraghy chronicles her personal experience through grief after the death of six family members, including her parents and her stepparents, within a very short time frame. The journey through grief is unique and does not follow a set timeline or a clearly defined path. The Butterfly Years infuses hope and lessons learned along the way to show a different perspective on grief and mourning. Whether you are experiencing grief in the...

In My Father's Footsteps: My Journey into Lakota Country - Paperback

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by William Matson (Author)For nearly a century, the Lakota and Cheyenne had kept private their ancestors' history of Battle of Little Bighorn. Few non-Lakota knew the full story. That is, until author William Matson set out to fulfill his father's dying wish: to tell the Lakota side of the Little Bighorn struggle and its aftermath. Matson reached out to the closest living relatives of Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull to document, with permission, their never-before publicly told oral histories-a ...

Teacher Swear Word Coloring Book Vol. 2: A Snarky & Humorous Teacher Adult Coloring Book for Stress Relief & Relaxation Teacher Gifts for Women, Men a - Paperback

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by The S. Teachers Press (Author)Get the new Teacher Swear Word Coloring Book Vol. 2 to relief and mood lifting. You will feel very good after done the coloring of one page. We have now released a Volume 2 of our Teacher Swear Word Coloring Book series which includes a way to release a lot of tension & stress after a physically & mentally exhausting day! This new coloring book contains funny and humorous Teacher related designs and sayings surrounded by beautiful patterns, mandalas, a...

The Memoirs of Paul Kruger: Four Times President of the South African Republic: Told by Himself - Paperback

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by Paul Kruger (Author)Paul Kruger was the dominating figure of Boer-and therefore South African-history of the nineteenth century. His life spanned the time of the Great Trek-the European settlement of the interior-right up to the end of the Second Boer War, and the shadow of his political career stretched deep into the twentieth century.His memoirs, dictated while in exile shortly after the end of the Second Boer War, provide a remarkable and unique insight into this period of history, from...

How The Beatles Knew: A Theory of How They Wrote Their Songs - Paperback

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by Ilse Niccolini (Author)"Completely absorbing.... A comprehensive and hugely rewarding look at the Beatles' creativity." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) The Beatles changed the lifestyles and fashions of youth throughout the world, and were cultural leaders of a generation. This book does what no other Beatles book has done before - offers a well-researched and plausible analysis of what was behind even their most obscure songs, and what their basic method of writing songs was - songs whi...

Stories from Texas: Some of Them are True Vol. II - Paperback

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by W. F. Strong (Author)This is a collection of 70 stories from the popular radio series, Stories from Texas, that runs on the Texas Standard Network of 32 NPR stations across Texas. This is the second book in the series and includes short, memorable stories, that are extensions of the radio stories. Some are inspirational and some are humorous. The book covers the exploits of classic Texans like Sam Houston and Jim Bowie and modern icons such as Barbara Jordan, Mary Kay Ash, and T. Boone Pic...

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by Dale Raynes (Author)Starting as what appeared to be yet another English blues-rock band, from their first album, it was clear that Led Zeppelin was so much more than that. They took the platform of the blues-rock genre and built on it in several sophisticated directions, branching into folk and progressive rock without ever over-reaching or collapsing into a pomposity. Oh yeah, and they invented hard rock while they were at it. And they sold 300 million albums worldwide without ever sellin...

The Kings and Queens of England and Great Britain Colouring Book - Paperback

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by Joseph Stephen (Author)From William the Conqueror and the Normans, through Henry VIII and the Tudors, and all the way up to Elizabeth II and the house of Windsor, this beautifully illustrated book covers all of the kings and queens to have reigned England and Great Britain.With detailed histories of each monarch alongside a full-page image of that king or queen, you'll be learning while you are enjoying colouring in these important people.Take some time away from your everyday life to enjo...

Gone Wild: The Alaska Off Grid Survival Series - Paperback

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by Miles Martin (Author)A first-person account of living in the wilds of Alaska as a Mountain Man! The second in a series of eight books, much of it written in the wilds.Book 2 - Gone WildI have many adventures on the houseboat and acquire a dog team. There are issues with the police, a bear on my boat, and a trip to see my family who live a civilized life.My houseboat sinks. I get lost and learn other hard lessons. I start doing artwork and end up on TV. I win a land lottery and start my fir...

The Story of Katherine Johnson: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers - Paperback

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by Andrea Thorpe (Author)Discover the life of Katherine Johnson--a story about reaching for the stars, for kids ages 6 to 9 Katherine Johnson was one of the best mathematicians in the history of the United States. Before her math skills helped send the first American astronauts safely into space, she was a smart and curious girl who loved to learn new things about the world around her. She studied hard in school and became one of the first Black women hired by NASA. Independent reading--This...

Bar Brat: A Childhood Tale of the 1960s in Nederland, Colorado - Paperback

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by C. B. Rowe (Author)As America was rolling toward the social and cultural sea change that was the late 1960s, a spunky, precocious, and perceptive little girl was growing up in bars in isolated Colorado mountain towns. While her mother worked in the Branding Iron in Nederland or The Stage Stop in Rollinsville, little Cheryl spun around on bar stools, eavesdropped on patrons' titillating conversations, and watched the local drunks brawl. She knew more than she should have at her age about so...

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by Alex Epicure (Author)This is a true story of an epicurean journey. Join Alex on his escape from hardships and despairs, all while surfing Europe's bluest waves and skiing its snowiest mountains. The story begins in a desperate situation where the author's children are taken away from him abroad by his ex. He makes the decision to sell and give away all his possessions to be able to rush after them, from Sweden down to Portugal. Without knowing it, the process of letting go starts a cleansi...

Were They Ever Here at All? More Epic Tales of the Grateful Dead - Paperback

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by Scott W. Allen (Author)Were They Ever Here at All? More Epic Tales of the Grateful Dead is author Scott W. Allen's third and final installment in his written histories of the revered San Francisco group, updating the Dead's history through August 2022. Mr. Allen's series of biographies are the most accurate, in-depth, and current histories of the Dead ever written.The Foreword to Were They Ever Here at All? More Epic Tales of the Grateful Dead was penned by the late Grateful Dead lyricist ...

The Wesleys: Two Men who Changed the World - Paperback

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by Julian Wilson (Author)Read this fascinating biography of John and Charles Wesley and be inspired by their passion for the gospel. Number of Pages: 354 Dimensions: 0.74 x 7.81 x 5.06 IN Publication Date: April 08, 2022

From Southside Chicago to Global Icon: The Lil Durk Story - Paperback

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by Beverly J. Grassi (Author)"From Southside Chicago to Global Icon: The Lil Durk Story" takes readers on an inspiring journey through the life and career of one of the most influential voices in contemporary hip-hop. This gripping biography delves deep into the captivating rise of Lil Durk, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and transformative moments that shaped him into the global icon he is today.Born and raised in the notorious streets of Chicago's Southside, Lil Durk's story is one of ...

The History of Women in The Marines: Women's Firsts In The Marines - Paperback

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by Savannah Harris (Author)Women Who Changed the Face of War: Discover the Fascinating Histories of Women Who Overcame Prejudices, Destroyed Obstacles, and Paved the Way for Female Marines in the US. Today, only 8% of the officers in the Marines are women. We consider that an amazing accomplishment, even though it might not seem sufficient. But there's no denying it -- the Marine Corps, the last all-male fortification of the US military has finally accepted that which they couldn't deny any ...

A Man From Montana: Memoirs of My Life in Western Montana - Paperback

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by Freeman A. Halverson (Author), Richard L. Hamilton (Editor), Esther a. Hull (Editor)Freeman A. Halverson, a son of Norwegian immigrants was born in Barron County, Wisconsin in 1889 near the town of Dallas. His mother died when he was barely a year old, and he was taken in and raised by close relatives. At the age of 21 years he, along with his cousin Fred, decided to see the world, so they trekked west on the Great Northern Railroad to a place called Kalispell, Montana. Having the youthful...

Native American Icons: Geronimo, Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Chief Joseph and Red Cloud - Paperback

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by Charles River (Author)*Includes pictures of important people, places, and events. *Explains several Lakota Sioux oral legends, as well as the origins of the names of each Native American icon. *Explains the Battle of the Little Bighorn, the Nez Perce War, and Geronimo's final campaign Five of the best known Native American legends in history are Geronimo, Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Chief Joseph and Red Cloud, celebrated by Americans today for the very reason they were reviled by America...

Nobody Hates Trump More Than Trump: An Intervention - Paperback

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by David Shields (Author)NOBODY HATES TRUMP MORE THAN TRUMP: AN INTERVENTION is perhaps the only genuinely original thing you have read yet about Donald Trump. It can be read in a variety of ways: as a psychological investigation of Trump, as a philosophical meditation on the relationship between language and power, as a satirical compilation of the "collected wit and wisdom of Donald Trump," and above all as a dagger into the rhetoric of American political discourse-a dissection of the polit...

Deadheads Remember Englishtown '77: The Largest Gathering in New Jersey History - Hardcover

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by Jim Daley (Author), Manasha Garcia (With)Deadheads may disagree on which Grateful Dead concert was their best ever, but no one would argue that their performance at Englishtown on Sept. 3, 1977, was something special. For Jim Daley, who saw the band for the first time on that date, it was a life-changing experience that he looks back on with fondness more than forty years later. Like many others, he does n't remember much about that day ... but he sure does remember the music. In this trib...

Captain Myles Standish (1905) - Paperback

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by Tudor Jenks (Author)Captain Myles Standish is a historical novel written by Tudor Jenks and published in 1905. The book is set in the early colonial period of America and follows the story of Myles Standish, a military leader and one of the founding members of the Plymouth Colony.The novel begins with Standish's arrival in America aboard the Mayflower in 1620, and follows his journey as he helps establish the colony and protect it from local Native American tribes. The book portrays Standi...

Only the Strong Survive: The Odyssey of Allen Iverson - Paperback

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by Larry Platt (Author)Part sports star, part antihero, part hip-hop icon, Allen Iverson has managed to cross over into the mainstream of American culture -- without compromise. Defiantly tattooed, with his hair in cornrows, the six-foot Philadelphia 76ers point guard is one of the most recognizable and controversial stars of the sports world. His meteoric rise from a troubled childhood in the ghetto to NBA superstardom has been marked by five straight playoff appearances, including a finals ...

A Tuscan Penitent: The Life and Legend of St. Margaret of Cortona - Paperback

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by Giunta Bevegnati (Author), Cuthbert Hess (Author)This Franciscan classic, first published in 1907, and written by a famous Capuchin scholar, tells the story of a young woman in thirteenth-century Italy who shocked everyone by openly living with a rich nobleman outside of marriage and bearing him a son. After her lover was murdered, she was alone and rejected by her family. Filled with remorse and guilt, she finally found peace with the Franciscans as a penitent in the Third Order, and even...

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by Dixiane Hallaj (Author)Young and impulsive, Dixiane dove heart-first into a cross cultural marriage four months after meeting the man who was to become her life's companion, Muhammad Hallaj. In the fairy tale version, they would have ridden off into the sunset and lived happily ever after. However, life seldom adheres to the fairy tale script.They had always planned to live in the Middle East, but their first reservations were cancelled by the June War of 1967. They rearranged their lives ...

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by Michael Frizell (Author), Ramon Salas (Artist)Once upon a time, a young girl named Caitlin Clark lived in West Des Moines, Iowa. Caitlin was mesmerized by the game from the moment she could hold a basketball. Whether playing games in the backyard with her family or cheering for her favorite teams on TV, basketball was in her blood. As Caitlin grew older, her love for the game only intensified. But when it came time to make a decision, Caitlin chose to stay close to home and play for the Un...

Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska: Divine Mercy in My Soul - Paperback

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by Faustina Kowalska (Author)This bestselling book that birthed the Divine Mercy movement, one of the fastest growing movements in world today. This amazing narrrative will stir your heart and soul while it chronicles the experience of a simple Polish nun. Number of Pages: 730 Dimensions: 1.5 x 7 x 4.1 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 01, 2005

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by Lamya H (Author)A queer hijabi Muslim immigrant survives her coming-of-age by drawing strength and hope from stories in the Quran in this "raw and relatable memoir that challenges societal norms and expectations" (Linah Mohammad, NPR). "A masterful, must-read contribution to conversations on power, justice, healing, and devotion from a singular voice I now trust with my whole heart."--Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Untamed AN AUDACIOUS BOOK CLUB PICK - WINNER: The B...

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by Walt Hansen (Author)Anaconda and Me is a collection of poems, short stories and photographs that emphasizes the author's connection to Anaconda, Montana, and the surrounding area, and how it has guided his life for the past 78 years. It includes his community environment, family, friends, and heroes. It is the author's wish that the book be used as a model for others to evaluate their lives in a literary fashion as opposed to a historical narrative. Number of Pages: 92 Dimensions: 0.25 x 1...

Lz-'75: The Lost Chronicles of Led Zeppelin's 1975 American Tour - Paperback

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by Stephen Davis (Author)A revealing insider's account of Led Zeppelin's 1975 North American tour from the bestselling author of Hammer of the Gods. As a young music journalist in 1975, Stephen Davis got the opportunity of a lifetime: an invitation to cover the sold-out 1975 North American tour of Led Zeppelin for a national magazine. He received a backstage pass, was granted interviews with band members, and even got a prized seat on the band's luxurious tour jet, The Starship. While on duty...

Witch City Detective: A Salem Police Detective's Journey Through the 1970s, 80s, and 90s: - Paperback

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by James Gauthier (Author), Michael Gauthier (Editor) Number of Pages: 138 Dimensions: 0.3 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 03, 2024

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by Olive Senior (Author)The popular West Indian migration narrative often starts with the "Windrush Generation"in 1950s' England, but in Dying to Better Themselves Olive Senior examines an earlier narrative: that of the neglected post-emancipation generation of the 1850s who were lured to Panama by the promise of lucrative work and who initiated a pattern of circular migration that would transform the islands economically, socially and politically well into the twentieth century.West Indians ...