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Report copyright infringementby Jyquan Stewart (Author) The Unsung Figures in Rensselaer New York is about the light on the often-overlooked figures who have quietly shaped the city's rich tapestry of history. Nestled along the Hudson River, Rensselaer has been a silent witness to centuries of change, from its Dutch colonial origins in the 17th century to its significant yet understated role in the American Revolution.In exploring Rensselaer's past, we uncover the stories of those whose contr...

Something Lost, Something Gained: Reflections on Life, Love, and Liberty

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Report copyright infringementby Hillary Rodham Clinton (Author)What would it be like to sit down for an impassioned, entertaining conversation with Hillary Clinton? In Something Lost, Something Gained, Hillary offers her candid views on life and love, politics, liberty, democracy, the threats we face, and the future within our reach. She describes the strength she draws from her deepest friendships, her Methodist faith, and the nearly fifty years she's been married to President Bill Clinton--...

Recollections of Rifleman Harris: (Old 95th) With Anecdotes of His Officers and His Comrades - Napoleonic War Autobiography

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Report copyright infringementby Benjamin Harris (Author)The Recollections of Rifleman Harris constitute one of the few sources which depict the Napoleonic Wars from the viewpoint of an infantry soldier.Benjamin Harris was born in Portsmouth, England around 1781. He saw his first military action at the Battle of Copenhagen in 1807. Victorious, he and his regiment sailed back to English soil upon captured Danish vessels, and spent time recuperating. The following year, Harris and his comrades i...

Early Wynn, the Go-Go White Sox and the 1959 World Series

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Report copyright infringementby Lew Freedman (Author) This is the story of how the hapless Chicago White Sox, badly hurt by the banning of players after the 1919 Black Sox Scandal, floundered until the 1950s when they were finally rebuilt and had their first success in 40 years. The culminating event was the capture of the 1959 American League pennant, made possible by aging pitcher Early Wynn. Wynn, nearly 40, was the best pitcher in the game that season, winning 22 games and the Cy Young Aw...

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Report copyright infringementby Virgil (Author)A classic work of Latin poetry consisting of pastoral poems and agricultural verses, providing unique insights into the ancient Roman society and its culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute ...

The Writings of James Monroe: Including a Collection of His Public and Private Papers and Correspondence Now for the First Time Printed; Volume 5

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Report copyright infringementby James Monroe (Author), Stanislaus Murray Hamilton (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we ...

Portrait Of Myself Margaret Bourke White

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Report copyright infringementby Margaret Bourke-White (Author)This autobiography of the pioneering photojournalist Margaret Bourke-White recounts her remarkable life and career, from her early days as a student at Cornell University to her time as the first female photographer for Life magazine and beyond.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States...

A dictionary of actors and other persons associated with the public representation of plays in England before 1642

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Report copyright infringementby Edwin Nungezer (Author)This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature. Number of Pages: 454 ...

The Story Of Ponce De Leon: Soldier, Knight, Gentleman: Whose Quest For The Fountain Of Youth In The Land Of Bimini, Led To The Discovery Of Flori

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Report copyright infringementby Florian Alexander Mann (Author)Mann's vivid biography brings to life the adventures of Ponce de Leon, one of the most colorful figures of the early Spanish exploration of the Americas. With insightful analysis and engaging storytelling, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the ...

The Writings of George Washington; Volume 1

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Report copyright infringementby Worthington Chauncey Ford (Author)Explore the fascinating mind of one of America's greatest statesmen with this comprehensive collection of the writings of George Washington, edited and annotated by Worthington Chauncey Ford.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within th...

Memories Lost and Found: A Search for Family Heritage

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Report copyright infringementby Robert J. Taylor (Author)Each year millions of people search for clues about where they came from and who they are. That's where his story begins. Urged on by his mother's advancing Alzheimer's, he turned to her aging siblings for the family stories only they knew, before they too faded into the firmament. Over hours of shared laughter, tears, and dark coffee, he learned that his mother was the personification of the classic American myth: a child of Swedish im...

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Report copyright infringementby Enid Bagnold (Author)This book has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten Alpha Editions has made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for the present and future generations. This whole book has been re-formatted, re-typed and re-designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence the text is clear and readable. Number of...

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Report copyright infringementby Ace Cacchiotti (Author)"Gridiron Gumshoe" My life in and out of the NFL Films' Vault" by Ace Cacchiotti is a Pro Football Fanatics' guide to my literal life working with the most accomplished producers who have lent their artistic values to all that follow the game and who live vicariously through one who contributed to the company by "Paying attention to detail and Finishing like a Pro". From young Steve Sabol's "They Called it Pro Football" produced in 1967, ...

Lafayette In America, In 1824 And 1825: Or, Journal Of Travels, In The United States

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Report copyright infringementby Auguste Levasseur (Author)This book offers an eyewitness account of the visit of the Marquis de Lafayette to America in 1824 and 1825. Written by one of his entourage, it provides a unique perspective on the life and times of one of the most famous men of the early nineteenth century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the Uni...

Zinaida Vengerova: In Search of Beauty: A Literary Ambassador between East and West

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Report copyright infringementby Horst-Jürgen Gerigk (Other), Rosina Neginsky (Author)In this book, Zinaida Afanasievna Vengerova, a once famous literary critic, whose importance for the turn of the century European intellectual world is no longer sufficiently appreciated, receives her first full length systematic study. Her intellectual exploration at the turn of the 19th century brought her into contact with Symbolist ideas from several European countries, and she used her profound understan...

Translation From the German of the Memoirs of Ferdinand Rudolph Hassler

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Report copyright infringementby Emil Zschokke (Author), F. R. 1770-1843 Hassler (Author), Ve And Co Bkp Gauthier Cu-Banc (Author)Ferdinand Rudolph Hassler was a Swiss-born scientist who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the United States' Coast and Geodetic Survey. In this memoir, Hassler reflects on his life's work and the challenges he faced along the way. This book offers a unique window into the life of a brilliant, yet humble man.This work has been selected by scholars as bei...

Men to Avoid in Art and Life - Hardcover

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by Nicole Tersigni (Author), Jen Kirkman (Foreword by)Men to Avoid in Art and Life pairs classical fine art with modern captions that epitomize the spirit of mansplaining. This hilarious book perfectly captures those relatable moments when a man explains to a woman a subject about which he knows considerably less than she does. Situations include men sharing keen insight on the female anatomy, an eloquent defense of catcalling, or offering sage advice about horseback riding to the woman who ...

Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership (Library of American Biography Series)

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Report copyright infringementby David Edmunds (Author)In this biography, David Edmunds examines the life of legendary Shawnee leader Tecumesh and his pivotal role in defending the Native American way of life. Since his death as an avowed warrior at the Battle of the Thames in 1813, the details of Tecumseh's life have passed into the realm of legend, myth and drama. In this new edition, David Edmunds considers the man who acted as a diplomat - a charismatic strategist who attempted to smooth c...

Always Resisting: Choosing Prison Over Vietnam and Awakening to American Racism

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Report copyright infringementby Eric Newhall (Author) In this memoir, Eric Newhall traces his life and political evolution with a particular focus on his time inside Lompoc Federal Correctional Institution, where he was incarcerated for refusing to participate in the Vietnam War. Beginning with his youth in an all-white neighborhood in Portland, Oregon, he describes his undergraduate experience at Occidental College in Los Angeles (1963-1967), his time in prison, and the powerful impact that ...

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Report copyright infringementby Ronald Costello (Author)This book is about my experiences as a Tailgunner on a B-29 in Korea, during the Korean war. I am hopeing that it will give an insite to what this war was about. Although people call it a conflict, we as veterans of this conflict think otherwise, we believe it was a war. Come ride along with me on some 27 combat missions over North Korea. Venture into the night life on a B-29 at 29,000 ft. over the mountains of Korea, see the snow covere...

The Conquest of Mexico: The Seven Book History of Hernan Cortes, Mayan and Mexican Civilization, Complete in One Volume

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Report copyright infringementby William Hickling Prescott (Author)Prescott's history of Hernan Cortes, and his conquering of Mexico for the Spanish Empire in the 16th century, is a classic of historical literature. This edition unifies the seven books in a single volume. Drawing on sources given to him by Mexican authorities, plus existing histories of Cortes, Prescott presents an exhaustive narration of the conquest. He commences with an account of the culture of the Mayan peoples; crediting...

Baseball's Shooting Stars: Improbable Ascents and Burnouts in the National Pastime

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Report copyright infringementby David J. Gordon (Author) Every serious baseball fan can attest to the perennial excellence of stars like Babe Ruth and Ken Griffey, Jr. But how many can recall the exploits of Fred Dunlap, George Stone, Bobby Shantz, or Mark Fidrych? Each of these players performed like a superstar for a single season, but none of them came close to replicating that success in subsequent years. Some achieved early success and flamed out, while others overcame early setbacks to ...

McCain's Navy* Class of '82: A Leadership Field Guide From John McCain's First Congressional Campaign*

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Report copyright infringementby Marla Sheiner (Author)What They're Saying About McCain's Navy Class of '82 "Preserving the legacy of Arizona's John McCain as one of the country's most iconic statesmen is important work for the public trust and annals of history. As McCain's first press secretary, Marla Sheiner, brings to historians and chroniclers a collection of rare documents from his first Congressional campaign and testaments to his leadership. A memoir and tribute to McCain making us fee...

The Abiy Project: God, Power and War in the New Ethiopia

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Report copyright infringementby Tom Gardner (Author)In 2018, Ethiopia and the world were in the throes of "Abiymania", a fervor of popular support for the divided country's young, charismatic new prime minister. Arriving as if from nowhere, Abiy Ahmed, a Pentecostal Christian, promised democratic salvation and national unity. For his role brokering a historic peace with neighboring Eritrea, he received the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize. Hailed at home as a prophet and abroad as a liberal reformer, A...

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Report copyright infringementby G. K. 1874-1936 Chesterton (Author), Nicoll Nicoll (Author)A literary biography of the prolific Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, examining both his personal life and his works.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and d...

The 1864 Diary of Mrs. Sarah Jane Rousseau: Unabridged Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Janelle Molony (Editor), Janelle Molony (Author), Janelle Molony (Foreword by)For Sarah Jane Rousseau, an accomplished pianist from New Castle Upon Tyne, this seven-month journey means leaving all her gentrified comforts behind. It's a sacrifice she is willing to make, however, if she ever wants to walk again. After years of trying everything he could for his wife, Dr. James Rousseau is desperate to find a cure for Sarah's debilitating rheumatism. He hopes that...

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by Reuven Hammer (Author)The legendary Akiva ben Yosef has fascinated Jews for centuries. Arguably the most important of the Tannaim, or early Jewish sages, Akiva lived during a crucial era in the development of Judaism as we know it today, and his theology played a major part in the development of Rabbinic Judaism. Reuven Hammer details Akiva's life as it led to a martyr's death and he delves into the rich legacy Akiva left us. That legacy played an extraordinarily important role in helping...

Gods of the Ancient World: A Kids' Guide to Ancient Mythologies - Hardcover

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by Marchella Ward (Author)Uncover the stories of gods and goddesses from around the world, in this dynamic anthology of ancient myths. Discover 23 captivating stories of gods and goddesses from civilizations around the world in this book that introduces children to ancient cultures with colorful illustrations and incredible storytelling. Young readers will delight in myths that explain the beginning of the world, the way gods helped humans, the divine's power over weather and other natural ph...

The Sierra Nevada Before History: Ancient Landscapes, Early Peoples - Paperback

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by Louise A. Jackson (Author)This is the story of the beginnings of the southern Sierra Nevada, the High Sierra region, from its birth to the historic era. It describes the geologic history, natural history, and prehistoric cultures of this major land feature, which has evolved its own unique plant and animal communities and has nurtured human habitation and growth for thousands of years. Number of Pages: 210 Dimensions: 0.6 x 9.1 x 6.2 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 01, 2019

Eating Bitterness: Stories from the Front Lines of China's Great Urban Migration - Hardcover

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by Michelle Loyalka (Author)Every year over 200 million peasants flock to China's urban centers, providing a profusion of cheap labor that helps fuel the country's staggering economic growth. Award-winning journalist Michelle Dammon Loyalka follows the trials and triumphs of eight such migrants--including a vegetable vendor, an itinerant knife sharpener, a free-spirited recycler, and a cash-strapped mother--offering an inside look at the pain, self-sacrifice, and uncertainty underlying China'...

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by Plutarch (Author), Ian Scott-Kilvert (Translator), Timothy E. Duff (Translator)Plutarch's influential writings on the ancient worldPlutarch's parallel biographies of the great men in Greek and Roman history are cornerstones of European literature, drawn on by countless writers since the Renaissance. This selection provides intimate glimpses into the lives of these men, revealing why the mild Artaxerxes forced the killer of his usurping brother to undergo the horrific "death of two boats"; ...

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Report copyright infringementby Carl Hagenbeck (Author)In this fascinating book, German animal trainer Carl Hagenbeck recounts his experiences working with a wide variety of exotic animals, including lions, elephants, and polar bears. Alongside tales of daring escapes and thrilling performances, Hagenbeck provides insights into the nature of these magnificent creatures and the challenges of training them.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...