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At only 18 years old, Victoria ascended the throne as a rebellious teenager and gradually grew to become one of the most memorable, unshakeable and powerful women in history. The extensive writings she left behind document this personal journey and show how she triumphed...

Discover the inspirational story of an inner-city boy's journey to manhood in the war zone projects of East New York Brooklyn during the crack epidemic of the 1980s. By embodying the American dream, this young phoenix used education to rise from the violence and...

The Tune Will Come to You at Last is a collection of short stories written by songwriter and founder of Sylvan Songs Records, Thomas Siering. "A Memoir of Sorts," this endearing yet lighthearted work takes the reader through a series of poignant episodes from...

The journey was difficult, but gradually love, which conquers all, made life peaceful and joyful. After a struggle for survival, through storms and heat, the little tree's life was indeed precarious. But one day, when it was least expected, a little green leaf grew...

What happens when a young successful dentist, soaring to new heights in his career, learns that he has cancer days after his fortieth birthday? Will he be transfixed, torpedoed, or transformed? It's a challenge faced by every cancer patient. Courage brings with it the...

Even as a child, Ava sensed something was terribly wrong with her life. Snatched from her parents' arms, she might never have known about her abductors' connection with the shadows of the underworld. She possessed the very things they needed, but could never have:...

LOCKDOWN! That shocking word ushered in a surreal time for Lois Larkey. It was March 11, 2020, and there was a pandemic, a killing virus, the first in one hundred years. Like everyone else, Lois had to shelter in place, wear a mask and...

At the end of his first book, Life Luck and Liaisons, it was becoming apparent that sailing and travel were going to be essential ingredients in the life of John Burgess. In his teens, he had travelled the length and breadth of his homeland,...

The Road of SorrowBy: Christine HaleDo genetics or circumstances shape the course of a person life? Are mental disorders or addictions in the realm of a person choice?The Road of Sorrow is based on the true story of one man's journey with mental illness,...

"Is it appropriate to recite 'Shema Israel' in this place?"In a dreamlike moment, I found myself in the synagogue, surrounded by people wrapped in prayer shawls and the thrilling voice of the cantor, Hakham Abdullah. I imagined my grandfather, Hakham Nissim, hovering beside me,...

This is a book about Lexus, an Afghan Hound and how she became a member of our family. This is her true story, if she could talk she would tell you herself.Author: Rj VinsonISBN-10: 1642982415ISBN-13: 9781642982411Publisher: Page PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/13/2018Pages: 114Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 8.00h...

In the book-Confessions of Black Mothers Representing 16 States -the platform is designed to give voice to black women to document four major contributions to the building of the United States of America. Even though mistreated the same as common stock cattle or horses,...

In a quiet, small village in southern Vietnam, a young girl named Trinh (later known as Tracy Pham) walks with heavy steps, trapped in a marriage she didn't choose. She carries the pain of struggles far beyond her age. Flashbacks show her painful past-forced...

"Jennifer's story is compelling and worthwhile, we're both from Vietnam and we're both determined to touch as many lives as we can in a positive way!"Dr. Katie N. Le, Powerful Female Immigrants Volume 4In her story, Beyond the Jungle Jennifer Daffren from the Jungles...

Your Business Journey Begins HereAre you ready to transform your dreams into a thriving business but unsure where to begin? Discover the powerful narrative that takes you on a journey through the pivotal moments of starting a business.Unlike traditional guides that emphasize an exit...

Share the stories, inspiration, and genius of 22 entrepreneurs from around the world who provide insights and action steps to go BEYOND the every day in your business Discover the 3 pillars and 9 principles that will make your business 6 Star as you...

Finally a book that gives readers the nuts and bolts tools to monetize their message - From someone who's given over 3,000 paid speeches!- Find Your Voice- Pick Your Lane- Monetize Your Keynote- Create a Workshop and Mastermind around that keynote- Create an online...

Miguel Antonio Otero (1859-1944) not only distinguished himself as a political leader in New Mexico and lived out his life as a champion of the people, but he is also highly recognized for his career as an author. He published his legendary "My Life...

A collection of over 150 letters to home from WWI soldier Robert Newcomb Marling, a volunteer to the American Expeditionary Forces, a formation of the United States Army on the Western Front of World War I. The AEF was established on July 5, 1917,...

A collection of over 150 letters to home from WWI soldier Robert Newcomb Marling, a volunteer to the American Expeditionary Forces, a formation of the United States Army on the Western Front of World War I. The AEF was established on July 5, 1917,...

Terri-Jean Bedford was one of Canada's most notorious citizens--but few know her under that name. As Madame deSade, however, she was Canada's most famous leather-clad dominatrix, a well-known public figure appearing on the evening news as she took on the Canadian legal establishment to...

Few men stand with as towering a stature in the annals of American legend as THOMAS JEFFERSON (1743-1826). Author of the Declaration of Independence and third president of the United States, he ranks as one of the most significant of the United States' Founding...

Few men stand with as towering a stature in the annals of American legend as THOMAS JEFFERSON (1743-1826). Author of the Declaration of Independence and third president of the United States, he ranks as one of the most significant of the United States' Founding...

There is something about her- this woman named Betty Schoenbaum -that when you are in her presence makes you feel so gosh darn good - kind of like the feeling you get when you receive a treasured gift. Truth is - Betty Schoenbaum is...

Popular American essayist, novelist, and journalist CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER (1829-1900) was renowned for the warmth and intimacy of his writing, which encompassed travelogue, biography and autobiography, fiction, and more, and influenced entire generations of his fellow writers. Here, the prolific writer turned editor for...

Popular American essayist, novelist, and journalist CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER (1829-1900) was renowned for the warmth and intimacy of his writing, which encompassed travelogue, biography and autobiography, fiction, and more, and influenced entire generations of his fellow writers. Here, the prolific writer turned editor for...

Popular American essayist, novelist, and journalist CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER (1829-1900) was renowned for the warmth and intimacy of his writing, which encompassed travelogue, biography and autobiography, fiction, and more, and influenced entire generations of his fellow writers. Here, the prolific writer turned editor for...

Popular American essayist, novelist, and journalist CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER (1829-1900) was renowned for the warmth and intimacy of his writing, which encompassed travelogue, biography and autobiography, fiction, and more, and influenced entire generations of his fellow writers. Here, the prolific writer turned editor for...

Focuses on the essentials of knowledge management, business intelligence, and smart business systems. This publication highlights the shortcomings of information systems. It explores a holistic approach to exploring an organization's opportunities and solving its problems. It also looks at connecting points of wisdom.Author: Robert...

Cracow, old, tired and dispirited, speaks and thinks only of the ruinous past. When you drive into Cracow from the station for the first time, you are breathless, smiling, and tearful all at once; in the great Ring-platz-a mass of old buildings-Cracow seems to...

The great beauty of Biarritz is its setting. At Monte Carlo the setting is also beautiful, ravishingly beautiful, but the architecture, the terrace, Monaco's rock, and all the rest combine to make the pleasing "ensemble." At Biarritz the architecture of its Casino and the...

We can well understand that a lad whose head was full of thoughts of voyaging and adventures, was not, as a schoolboy, very tame and easy to manage. He is described as having been ardent, impetuous, and rather stubborn. But there is more than...

Enrique Ros -investigador histórico acreditado en los Archivos Nacionales de los EstadosUnidos y en las bibliotecas de importantes universidades, se ha dedicado a la más acuciosa recopilaciónde documentos, entrevistas y materiales que le han permitido la publicación de libros altamenteelogiados por la seriedad de...

A contemporary account of life in Darlinton/Florence, South Carolina, through actual letters of Elizabeth (Blackwell) Pettigrew to her niece, Lauretta (McBride) Gulledge, living in Jasper County, Mississippi. Elizabeth's letters span the period 1849-1861Author: Jerome J. Hale,Joseph Jr. BrayISBN-10: 1556138946ISBN-13: 9781556138942Publisher: Heritage BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2009Pages:...

My wife, Gina, and I had our fowl confiscated in May of 2017. The ASPCA and Federal USDA took all our fowl and destroyed dozens and dozens of eggs that were hatching under hens. I was able to have the fowl inspected back in...

Dear Friends, Here I am on the sacred soil of the FFV within 8 miles of the rebel pickets, and expecting to move 6 miles further on every hour... Sandra A. Turgeon and the East Providence Historical Society are proud to present this compilation...

Author: Edmund Spencer Eardley Ed ChildersISBN-10: 1535807075ISBN-13: 9781535807074Publisher: Gale and the British LibraryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1908Pages: 338Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.73lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.70d

Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www.million-books.com where you can read more than a million books for free. This is an OCR edition with typos. Excerpt from book: CHAPTER XIII. MISSION WORK IX BETHNAL GREEN. I Was acquainted at this time...

being the autobiography and reminiscences of Richard Gorton Barlow, the ex-professional Lancashire and international cricketer, during 40 consecutive seasons of first-class cricket, playing and umpiring: together with many curious and interesting anecdotes incidental to cricket and valuable advice to youg cricketers on all points...

Author: Jack PetersonISBN-10: 1524520969ISBN-13: 9781524520960Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/20/2017Pages: 110Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.63lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.29d

"The World's Great Men of Music" from Harriette Brower. (1869-1928).Author: The Perfect Library,Harriette BrowerISBN-10: 1519720475ISBN-13: 9781519720474Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/06/2015Pages: 214Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.64lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.45d

In Acres of Diamonds Russell H. Conwell shows us how to identify the riches and opportunity that lie all around us. Many people search their entire life for opportunity never realizing that everything they need to succeed is already within their reach if only...

Author: Jerry a. BurtonISBN-10: 1514488531ISBN-13: 9781514488539Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/07/2016Pages: 206Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.68lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d

Author: Graham Van ZantISBN-10: 1514450569ISBN-13: 9781514450567Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/16/2016Pages: 120Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.41lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d

Author: Terry ReynoldsISBN-10: 1514448793ISBN-13: 9781514448793Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/20/2016Pages: 120Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.41lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28dReview Citation(s): BlueInk Review 12/26/2016

Author: Tom Foran ClarkISBN-10: 1514408376ISBN-13: 9781514408377Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/22/2015Pages: 254Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d

"The Writings of Thomas Jefferson - Volume VI" from Thomas Jefferson. American Founding Father, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third President of the United States (1743-1826).Author: The Perfect Library,Thomas JeffersonISBN-10: 1511908793ISBN-13: 9781511908795Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/26/2015Pages: 246Format:...

It took me four years of waking up each day, knowing I had to complete this book. God wouldn't let up on me until it was finished. So many days of feeling like a big, dark, gloomy cloud was hovering over my head. Guilt...

Author: Ingrid MuenstermannISBN-10: 1503503127ISBN-13: 9781503503120Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/30/2015Pages: 298Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.97lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d

Author: Thomas Oc NdubizuISBN-10: 1499056877ISBN-13: 9781499056877Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/06/2014Pages: 270Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.88lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d