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Socialism Betrayed: Behind the Collapse of the Soviet Union

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Report copyright infringementby Roger Keeran (Author), Thomas Kenny (Author)"A fresh multi-faceted look at the overthrow of the Soviet State, the dismemberment of the Soviet Union, and the campaign to introduce capitalism from above. Roger Keeran and Thomas Kenny have given us a clear and powerful Marxist analysis of the momentous events which most directly shaped world politics today, the destruction of the USSR, the 'Superpower' of socialism." -Norman Markowitz, author of The Rise and Fall...

Carnival in Alabama: Marked Bodies and Invented Traditions in Mobile

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Report copyright infringementby Isabel Machado (Author)Mobile is simultaneously a typical and unique city in the postwar United States. It was a quintessential boomtown during World War II. That prosperity was followed by a period of rapid urban decline and subsequent attempts at revitalizing (or gentrifying) its downtown area. As in many other US cities, urban renewal, integration, and other socioeconomic developments led to white flight, marginalized the African American population, and set...

Preparing the Suzuki RM and PE for Competition: Tony DiStefano, Roger DeCoster, Danny LaPorte and the RA RH RN Suzuki Factory Works Bikes - Mark Barne - Paperback

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by Jim Gianatsis (Author)First published in 1978 as the "Moto-X Fox Guide to Preparing the Suzuki RM and PE for Competition", this 72-page book was written and photographed by famed 1970's Cycle News editor, racer and motocross journalist Jim "Jimmy the Greek" Gianatsis. Team Moto-XFox was the leading privateer team in AMA National Motocross at the time using Suzuki RM bikes, and was the industry leader in developing engine performance and long travel adjustable, no-fade suspension. Team ride...

Camp Toccoa: First Home of the Airborne.: 1942-1944 - Paperback

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by G. G. Stokes Jr. (Author)This is a short historical work covering the Federal Years of Camp Toccoa, Georgia; the original home of the US Army Paratroops from 1942 until 1944. It is the same introductory booklet found in the Currahee Military Museum located in Toccoa, Georgia, which is dedicated to all airborne units, especially the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment made famous in the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers. It is intended to give museum visitors a quick background on the airborne...

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by Joan Druett (Author)The remarkable story of Tupaia, Captain Cook's Polynesian navigator. Winner of NZ Post 2012 Best General Non - fiction Book Award. Tupaia, lauded by Europeans as 'an extraordinary genius', sailed with Captain Cook from Tahiti, piloted the Endeavour about the South Pacific, and interceded with Maori in NZ. Tupaia, a gifted linguist, a brilliant orator, and a most devious politician, could aptly be called the Machiavelli of Tahiti. Being highly skilled in astronomy, navig...

Black Lives in Alaska: A History of African Americans in the Far Northwest

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Report copyright infringementby Ian C. Hartman (Author), David Reamer (Author), Calvin E. Williams (Foreword by) Documents the rich history of Black life in Alaska since the 1850sThe history of Black Alaskans runs deep and spans generations. Decades before statehood and earlier even than the Klondike gold rush of the 1890s, Black men and women participated in Alaska's politics and culture. They hunted whales, patrolled the seas, built roads, served in the military, and opened businesses, even...

Slavery in the West: The Untold Story of the Slavery of Native Americans in the West - Paperback

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by Guy Nixon (Red Corn) (Author)"With a special emphasis on the events leading to The Battle of Rock Creek, El Dorado County California 1848, between the forces of the Miwok versus the Maidu and Washoe also the First and Second Indian Wars of El Dorado County." Number of Pages: 204 Dimensions: 0.47 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 05, 2011

Before the Kilt: How the Irish and Scots Dressed in the 16th Century - Paperback

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by Gerald A. John Kelly (Author)With 22 full-color illustrations and 25 black & white illustrations, all from the 16th century, the purpose of this book is to use 16th century sources to provide in a single volume the most comprehensive and accurate description so far available of 16th century Irish Gaelic and Scottish Gaelic clothing. Accordingly, this book presents and examines the watercolors, woodcuts, and manuscript illuminations of Lucas de Heere, Albrecht D rer, the Ashmoleum Muse...

Seasons of Change: Labor, Treaty Rights, and Ojibwe Nationhood - Paperback

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by Chantal Norrgard (Author)From the 1870s to the 1930s, the Lake Superior Ojibwes of Minnesota and Wisconsin faced dramatic economic, political, and social changes. Examining a period that began with the tribe's removal to reservations and closed with the Indian New Deal, Chantal Norrgard explores the critical link between Ojibwes' efforts to maintain their tribal sovereignty and their labor traditions and practices. As Norrgard explains, the tribe's "seasonal round" of subsistence-based lab...

The U.S. Army Barrage Balloon Program - Paperback

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by James R. Shock (Author)Merriam Press Military Monograph 315. Fifth Edition (March 2012). This is the complete, never-before-told story of the U.S. Army's barrage balloons during World War II. Shock covers the development, design, manufacturing, production, and use of U.S. Army barrage balloons throughout the war, as well as the men and units involved (both training and active duty in the U.S. and overseas) and their accomplishments. Includes coverage of the British influence and assistance...

The Indianapolis Automobile Industry: A History, 1893-1939 - Paperback

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by Sigur E. Whitaker (Author) In 1893, Indianapolis carriage maker Charles Black created a rudimentary car--perhaps the first designed and built in America. Within 15 years, Indianapolis was a major automobile industry center rivaling Detroit, and known for quality manufacturing and innovation--the aluminum engine, disc brakes, aerodynamics, superchargers, and the rear view mirror were first developed there. When the Indianapolis Motor Speedway opened in 1909, hometown manufacturers Marmon, S...

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Report copyright infringementby Scott W. Allen (Author)Songs to Fill the Air: Tales of the Grateful Dead is my follow-up to Aces Back to Back: The History of the Grateful Dead. Songs to Fill the Air is a collection of my essays on the Dead: never-before-told tales that reach across far-ranging, and fascinating, topics and individuals. Vital players in the band's history, never before given their due, come to life on the pages of my new and exciting tome. Important concerts in Grateful Dead hi...

The Guyana Story: From Earliest Times to Independence

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Report copyright infringementby Odeen Ishmael (Author) Number of Pages: 690 Dimensions: 1.69 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: February 28, 2013

New Hampshire Covered Bridges - Paperback

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by Harold Stiver (Author)A new guide to the more than 50 historic Covered Bridges in the New Hampshire area. Up to date information on each one. Included for each bridge are detailed directions and GPS coordinates. If you've ever spent time looking for a Covered Bridge and couldn't find it, or found that it was no longer there, you understand why it is important to have current information. There is a photo of each site as well as photo tips peculiar to that bridge. Some history and construct...

THE FEAST of 7 THE FISH: An ITALIAN-AMERICAN CHRISTMAS EVE FEAST - Paperback

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by Daniel Bellino-Zwicke (Author)La Vigila "THE FEAST of The 7 FISH" is The Southern Italian Ritual Christmas Eve Meal of 7 Fish, Representing The 7 Sacraments of Holy The Roman Catholic Church .. This Meal is a Sacred Ritual of The South of Italy and Italian-Americans in New York, New Jersey, Boston, Providence, San Francisco, New Orleans, Philly and Pittsburgh. And You'd be surprised to know that it is Mostly of The South of Italy and of Italian-America and that many Italians from Central I...

A Tour of New Hampshire, the granite state - Paperback

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by James E. Hobbs (Author)This effort comprises over 90 vintage pictures of towns in New Hampshire. This is an opportunity of taking a tour of one of New England's most popular tourist areas, from foliage in the fall, to swimming at the weirs in the summer, and skiing at Gunstock in the snowy season.... Hopefully, this walk down memory lane will induce you to actually take a vacation in our four seasons land. Number of Pages: 50 Dimensions: 0.1 x 10 x 7.99 IN Publication Date: January 12, 2013

A Brief History Of The 6th Marines - Paperback

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by William K. Jones Usmc-R (Author)This historical monograph is the 13th in a series of 16 regimental histories. The present narrative not only sets forth the significant actions of the 6th Marines, but also provides a general history of the Marine Corps activities in peace and war in which the regiment participated. Number of Pages: 194 Dimensions: 0.41 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: January 29, 2013

A Brief History of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot: Parris Island, South Carolina 1891-1962 - Paperback

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by Elmore A. Champie (Author)This work is part of the Marine Corps Historical Reference Series. It details the recorded history of what is now the Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot which dates from the sixteenth century, and figured in the colonial rivalry of Spain and France in the New World. Number of Pages: 32 Dimensions: 0.07 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: January 31, 2013

Jeep Wrangler The Ultimate Fun & Freedom Machine - Paperback

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by D. D. Douglas (Author)Jeep adventure stories, lots of valuable mechanical facts and advice, interesting history; this quick read appeals to Jeep enthusiasts of all ages. Follow off-road adventure in a wonderful winding journey unfolding in the 1960's and still continuing down the off-beaten path today. Told from different points of view, girlfriend/wife, small boy/husband, it covers repair shops, parts and accessories, Jeep and four wheel drive rallies, and history of the Jeep vehicle. Cho...

Greetings from Galveston: A History from the 1870s to the 1950s through Post Cards - Paperback

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by E. Barry Gray (Author)The history of Galveston is the history of Texas. Beyond that, it is the history of the European colonization of the New World. Galveston has seen cannibalistic Indians, Spanish conquistadors, explorers, filibusters, pirates and their treasure, ship wrecks, Civil War battles, yellow fever epidemics and survived all these to become the leading city in Texas in both population and commerce during the mid and late 19th Century. The heroes of the Alamo and San Jacinto hav...

Native American Tribes: The History and Culture of the Sioux - Paperback

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by Charles River (Author)*Includes pictures of important people, places, and events. *Explains the origins and legends of the various Sioux tribes *Comprehensively covers Red Cloud's War, the Battle of the Little Bighorn, and the Wounded Knee Massacre. *Includes a Bibliography for further reading. "They made us many promises, more than I can remember. But they kept but one--They promised to take our land...and they took it." - Oglala Lakota Chief Red Cloud From the "Trail of Tears" to Wounded...

Women of Canaan: The Status of Women at Ugarit - Paperback

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by Eleanor Amico Wilson (Author)A detailed and thorough study of the documents found at the ancient site of Ugarit in present-day northern Syria, illuminating the status of women in that culture, which also sheds light on the status of women in other Canaanite city-states. The documents available include myths and legends, court and diplomatic documents, letters, economic texts, and others, and they are in Ugaritic, the native language of the city-state, as well as various other languages, sh...

Tar Heels: North Carolina's Forgotton Economy: Pitch, Tar, Turpentine & Longleaf Pines - Paperback

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by Kent Wrench (Author)North Carolina acquired the nickname, "the Tar Heel State" due to its relationship with tar, pitch and turpentine. The occupation was considered a demeaning occupation by the early colonies; we continued to be viewed negatively throughout the antebellum period. The longleaf pine belt extended from eastern North Carolina to east Texas. The tall straight longleaf trees stirred the spirits of the Native Americans and early settlers alike. If we could view this forest we to...

The Book of Enoch: Translated from the Ethiopic, with Introduction and Notes (1882)

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Report copyright infringementby Enoch (Author), George Henry Schodde (Translator)The Book of Enoch is a religious text that has been translated from the Ethiopic language into English. The book is believed to have been written by Enoch, a biblical figure who was said to have been taken up to heaven by God. The book contains a variety of religious teachings and apocalyptic visions, including descriptions of angels, demons, and the end of the world. This particular translation was published in ...

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Report copyright infringementby Ralph W. Donnelly (Author), Jr. Henry I. Shaw (Author)When this monograph was published almost 30 years ago, then History and Museums Director Brigadier General Edwin H. Simmons wrote: "Today's generation of Marines serve in a fully integrated Corps where blacks constitute almost one-fifth of our strength. Black officers, noncommissioned officers, and privates are omnipresent, their service so normal a part of Marine life that it escapes special notice. The fac...

American Indian and Alaska Native Service Members and Veterans - Paperback

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by U S Department of Veterans Affairs (Author)American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) Veterans have played a vital role in the United States military for over two hundred years. Recognizing their long history of distinguished service, the following report seeks to provide comprehensive statistics on this important cohort of Veterans through an examination of AIAN Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard data together with demographic, socioeconomic, and health status statistics for AIAN Vete...

The Russo-Finnish War, 1939-1940 - Paperback

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by Jouni Keravuori (Author)Finland is the only Soviet neighbor to have fought the Red Army and survived as a sovereign nation.The 105 day war between Finland and the Soviet Union during the winter of 1939-1940 provided many insights into cold weather operations and showed the superior training and leadership of the Finnish armed forces. This detailed and interesting look at the dogged defense of the Finns, reveals the importance of training, geography and weather in the campaign. Drawing on p...

Songs and Poems of Arkansas in the Civil War - Paperback

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by Ron Kelley (Author)This book includes a variety of poetry, music, and other literature composed in Arkansas during the Civil War. Number of Pages: 62 Dimensions: 0.15 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: November 27, 2014

The Kalevala: The Epic Poem of Finland - Paperback

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by John Martin Crawford (Translator), Elias Lonnrot (Author)Suomen kansalliseepos Kalevala perustuu Elias Lonnrotin kokoamiin kansanrunoihin. Ne ovat kalevalaista runoutta, eli ne on tehty kalevalaiseen runomittaan. Kalevalan luomismyytin mukaan maailma syntyi sotkan munasta. Kalevala kuvaa muun muassa Kalevalan ja Pohjolan kansojen seka eri paahenkiloiden valisia kiistoja, kostoreissuja ja kosiomatkoja seka Sammon rakentamista ja ryostoa. Tapahtumat paattyvat kristinuskon tuloon. Number of P...

Graveyard Humor: Quaint and Curious Inscriptions and Epitaphs - Paperback

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by Moira Allen (Editor), W. Fairley (Author)Death Is No Laughing Matter...Or Is It? It depends on who has the last laugh - and a couple of hundred years ago, the person who had the last laugh might be the person who carved your tombstone At rest beneath this churchyard stone Lies stingy Jemmy Wyatt; He died one morning just at ten, and Saved a dinner by it Epitaphs gave friends and loved ones a chance to "go ahead, tell us what you really think..." Here lies my wife Polly, a terrible shrew; ...

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by Eugene Alvarez (Author), Leo Daugherty (With)Here, for the first time, author and former Parris Island drill-instructor Eugene Alvarez records the training and tough physical and mental challenges that have helped to churn thousands of Marines out of Parris Island, South Carolina for nearly a century. Drawn from first-hand accounts of recruits themselves, the memories and recollections in these pages are humorous, sad, profane and enlightening--describing a training program that, on first ...

King of Battle: A Branch History of the U.S. Army's Field Artillery - Paperback

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by Boyd L. Dastrup (Author)"King of Battle: A Branch History of the U.S. Army's Field Artillery" is the first volume in the TRADOC Branch History Series. Based on primary sources and a wide study of secondary literature, the volume provides a comprehensive historical summary of the development of field artillery in the U.S. Army since colonial times. The study focuses on the tactical, organizational, materiel, and training lessons learned - both those of wartime action and those of peacetime ...