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Strong Voices: Fifteen American Speeches Worth Knowing is a collection of significant speeches, made both by those who held the reins of power and those who didn't, at significant times in American history. Read the original words?sometimes abridged and sometimes in their entirety?that have shaped our cultural fabric. A Chicago Public Library Best Book!"A wide-ranging collection of speeches and a worthwhile resource for students of American history." ?Booklist"A golden celebration of the multicultural voices who demand the U.S.?and the world?do better." ?Kirkus"An important addition to American history collections." ?School Library JournalIntroductions by acclaimed writer Tonya Bolden provide historical context and critical insights to the meaning and impact of every speech. Illustrations by award-winning artist Eric Velasquez illuminate what it was really like at each moment in history. This collection includes the following:Patrick Henry, ?Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death?George Washington, Farewell AddressRed Jacket, ?We Never Quarrel about Religion?Frederick Douglass, ?What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July??Sojourner Truth, ?I Am a Woman's Rights?Abraham Lincoln, Gettysburg AddressTheodore Roosevelt, ?Citizenship in a Republic?Franklin Delano Roosevelt, ?The Only Thing We Have to Fear Is Fear Itself?Lou Gehrig, ?Farewell to Baseball?Langston Hughes, ?On the Blacklist All Our Lives?John Fitzgerald Kennedy, ?We Choose to Go to the Moon?Martin Luther King, Jr., ?I Have a Dream?Fannie Lou Hamer, ?I Question America?Cesar Chavez, Address to the Commonwealth Club of California, 1984Hillary Rodham Clinton, ?Women's Rights Are Human Rights?Strong Voices includes a foreword by #1 New York Times bestselling author and celebrated journalist Cokie Roberts, as well as a timeline in the back of the book, along with letters to the reader from Tonya Bolden and Eric Velasquez. Strong Voices is a tremendous introduction to the extraordinary words spoken in history.

Francis I was inconstant, amorous, hotheaded, and flawed. Yet he was also arguably the most significant king ever to rule France. This is his story.Leonie Frieda, the author of the bestselling Catherine de Medici, tells the extraordinary tale of King Francis of France, Catherine's father-in-law and the man who turned France into a great nation. Francis saw himself as the first Renaissance king. A man who was the exemplar of courtly and civilized behavior throughout France and Europe, he was also a courageous and heroic warrior, a keen aesthete, an accomplished diplomat, and an energetic ruler who transformed his country to be a force to be reckoned with.But he was also capricious, vain, and arrogant, taking hugely unnecessary risks, at least one of which nearly resulted in the end of his kingdom. His great feud with his nemesis Charles V, the Holy Roman Emperor, defined European diplomacy and sovereignty, but his notorious alliance with the great Ottoman ruler Suleiman threatened to destroy everything. With access to never-before-seen private archives, Leonie Frieda delivers a comprehensive and sympathetic account that explores the life of the man who was the most human of all the Renaissance monarchs?and the most enigmatic.

Davy Crockett, the King of the Wild Frontier, is a man of legend. He is said to have killed his first bear when he was three years old. His smile alone killed another, and he skinned a bear by forcing him to run between two trees. Fact or fiction? Find out the real story of this folk hero, who did love to hunt bears, served as a congressman for Tennessee, and fought and died at the Alamo.

From the Diary of Leonie Noirot: The perfect corset should invite its undoing . . .Lethally charming Simon Blair, Marquess of Lisburne, has reluctantly returned to London for one reason only: a family obligation. Still, he might make time for the seduction of a certain redheaded dressmaker?but Leonie Noirot hasn't time for him. She's obsessed with transforming his cousin, the dowdy Lady Gladys, into a swan.Leonie's skills can coax curves?and profits?from thin air, but his criminally handsome lordship is too busy trying to seduce her to appreciate her genius. He badly needs to learn a lesson, and the wager she provokes ought to teach him, once and for all.A great plan, in theory?but Lisburne's become a serious distraction and Leonie's usual logic is in danger of slipping away as easily as a silk chemise. Could the Season's greatest transformation be her own?

From the Journals of Sophia Noirot: A dress is a weapon. It must dazzle his eye, raise his temperature . . . and empty his purse.A blue-eyed innocent on the outside and a shark on the inside, dressmaker Sophy Noirot could sell sand to Bedouins. Selling Maison Noirot's beautiful designs to aristocratic ladies is a little harder, especially since a recent family scandal has made an enemy of one of society's fashion leaders. Turning scandal to the shop's advantage requires every iota of Sophy's skills, leaving her little patience for a big, reckless rake like the Earl of Longmore. The gorgeous lummox can't keep more than one idea in his head at a time, and his idea is taking off all of Sophy's clothes.But when Longmore's sister, Noirot's wealthiest, favorite customer, runs away, Sophy can't let him bumble after her on his own. In hot pursuit with the one man who tempts her beyond reason, she finds desire has never slipped on so smoothly . . .

¿Alguna vez has soñado con celebrar una boda en Navidad?La vida de soltera nunca había tenido tan buena pinta, pero, por desgracia, aquello no iba a salvar a Lady Juliette Brooks. Su padre ha organizado su compromiso con un hombre cruel. A Juliette solo le queda una opción: obligar al duque de Kissinger a que cumpla la promesa de salvarla que le hizo hace tiempo.Grayson Abbot, el duque de Kissinger, no tiene intención de desposar a Lady Juliette. No pretende casarse con nadie. Sin embargo, le hizo una promesa y no puede faltar a su palabra... Por lo tanto, accede a regañadientes a escapar con ella.Juntos se lanzan a la aventura durante la temporada navideña. En su viaje hacia Escocia sufren retrasos y mal tiempo, pero vivirán una amistad que casi habían olvidado. ¿Descubrirá Juliette, al fin, lo que se siente al ser besada? ¿Conseguirá ganar el corazón del duque?

A DARKER REGENCY ROMANCE Only one thing stands between Sebastian and his quest for revenge. He's falling in love with his prey... Ivy Kinley destroyed a young man, heart and soul. Now, she's the target of a cruel game where she is the prize. Wagers are placed: Survive her or win her. Sebastian Cain, the Earl of Ravenswood, is undaunted by Ivy's reputation. Returning to England, he means to avenge his cousin's tragic death and ruin the woman responsible. His plan-- lull her with an offer of friendship she cannot refuse. But until he has Ivy's heart bleeding and tattered in his pocket and the lady at his mercy and begging for more, he will pursue her. Can he tame her? Perhaps. Could he ruin her? Most definitely. Should Ivy trust his offer of friendship? Absolutely not. A quest for revenge becomes a mutual obsession for them both. Who will be ruined first? Who will be tamed?

From the first prehistoric inhabitants of the island to the St Andrews Agreement and decommissioning of IRA weapons, this uniquely concise account of Ireland and its people reveals how differing interpretations of history, ancient and modern, have influenced modern Irish society. Combining factual information with a critical approach, Coohill covers all the key events, including the Great Famine, Home Rule, and the Good Friday Agreement. Updated with two new chapters expanding the discussion of pre-modern Ireland, as well as developments in the 21st century, this highly accessible and balanced account will continue to provide a valuable resource to all those wishing to acquaint themselves further with the complex identity of the Irish people.

“A brilliant orator, a firebrand for freedom and individual rights, Henry stands as an American luminary, and Kukla’s magisterial biography shines the glow of achievement on subject and author alike” (Richmond Times Dispatch). Patrick Henry restores its subject, long underappreciated in history as a founding father, to his seminal place in the story of American independence.Patrick Henry is best known for his fiery declaration, “Give me liberty, or give me death!” Born in 1736, he became an attorney and planter before being elected as the first governor of Virginia after independence, winning reelection several times. After declining to attend the Constitutional Convention of 1787, Henry opposed the Constitution, arguing that it granted too much power to the central government. He pushed vigorously for the ten amendments to the new Constitution, and then supported Washington and national unity against the bitter party divisions of the 1790s. Henry denounced slavery as evil, but he accepted its continuation. Henry was enormously influential in his time, but many of his accomplishments were subsequently all but forgotten. Jon Kukla’s “detailed, compelling…definitive” (Kirkus Reviews) biography restores Henry and his Virginia compatriots to the front rank of advocates for American independence. Kukla has thoroughly researched Henry’s life, even living on one of Henry’s estates. He brings both newly discovered documents and new insights to Henry, the Revolution, the Constitutional era, and the early Republic. This “informational and enlightening biography of the great agitator for democracy” (Library Journal) is a vital contribution to our understanding of the nation’s founding.

She's got nothing left to lose ... With her fiancé suddenly engaged to another and her reputation in tatters, Merribeth Wakefield needs a bold plan to reclaim her life. She must be brave. Confident. She must ... kiss a rake? The suggestion is ludicrous! Yet when Merribeth finds herself alone with the dark and brooding Lord Knightswold, suddenly the plan doesn't seem so farfetched. So she does something she never thought she'd do?she kisses him.But he has everything to gain ... The Marquess of Knightswold?Bane to most?has no use for the affections of women. Well, none lasting longer than a single night. A plot for revenge weighs heavy on his mind, leaving no room for romance. But then a shy, witty miss borrows a kiss from him in a darkened room, and everything he thought he knew about innocent debutantes vanishes along with her.When a twist of fate brings Merribeth within Bane's grasp, he'll have to resist her charms?or risk losing everything?for the sake of his heart.

Reveals how the European travels of John and Abigail Adams helped define what it meant to be an AmericanFrom 1778 to 1788, the Founding Father and later President John Adams lived in Europe as a diplomat. Joined by his wife, Abigail, in 1784, the two shared rich encounters with famous heads of the European royal courts, including the ill-fated King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette, and the staid British Monarchs King George III and Queen Charlotte. In this engaging narrative, A View from Abroad takes us on the first full exploration of the Adams‿s lives abroad. Jeanne E. Abrams reveals how the journeys of John and Abigail Adams not only changed the course of their intellectual, political, and cultural development‿transforming the couple from provincials to sophisticated world travelers‿but most importantly served to strengthen their loyalty to America. Abrams shines a new light on how the Adamses and their American contemporaries set about supplanting their British origins with a new American identity. They and their fellow Americans grappled with how to reorder their society as the new nation took its place in the international transatlantic world. After just a short time abroad, Abigail maintained that, “My Heart and Soul is more American than ever. We are a family by ourselves.â€? The Adamses‿ quest to define what it means to be an American, and the answers they discovered in their time abroad, still resonate with us to this day.

Lady Celia Kendal and the captivating Marquess of Crawford must navigate secrets of the heart and a shared past to rewrite their tumultuous history and embrace a love that defies convention. Lady Celia Kendal's penchant for mischief conceals a buried secret, locked away in the recesses of her past. Yet, as fate would have it, a certain marquess reenters her life at her brother's house party, a rogue who threatens to unearth her concealed misadventure, shaking the very foundations of her heart. Jasper, the Marquess of Crawford, stands as the embodiment of roguish charm, ensnared by Celia's magnetic aura from their very first encounter. Yet, her demands exceed the boundaries he's willing to breach, and so he releases her, unaware that he would soon find himself tracing her footsteps. As thoughts of Celia dominate his waking hours and restless nights, he embarks on a quest to recapture the beguiling lady who has unwittingly stolen his heart. Celia and Jasper's paths converge anew, and in the face of their shared history, they grapple with the wreckage of their past mistakes. Through trials of vulnerability and the determination to rewrite the script of their initial meeting, they must uncover the strength to embrace a love strong enough to defy the challenges that await. Will the scoundrel's pursuit lead to a rekindled connection, allowing them to rewrite their story, or will the shadows of their past darken the potential for a shared future?

This winter redisover the worlds of 6 passion filled historical romances. These alluring stories are full of indulgences and scandalous liasons that will keep you entralled. Embrace the magic of these tales of forbidden desire and seemingly unattainable love. Tempting the Scoundrel by Tracy SumnerLoving My Wicked Rogue by Dawn BrowerA Marriage Most Convenient by Robyn DehartI Kissed an Earl by Merry FarmerPassion's Lasting Promise by Amanda MarielA Lady's Guide to Marriage by Tabetha Waite

Rogue RulesFrom USA Today Bestselling Author Darcy Burke, author of The Untouchables and Phoenix Club series, comes your next Regency romance must-read.When a young lady is ruined, her friends vow none of them will ever be ensnared by a scoundrel again. They will resist every gentleman's charms even-and especially-if it means gaining a reputation for being impossible to woo. It will take extraordinary rogues to break their rules...Incorrigible flirt Acton Loxley, Duke of Wellesbourne is in need of a duchess. En route to greet a potential bride, he encounters a most intriguing and captivating widow who completely distracts him from his task. However, she disappears before he can deepen their acquaintance. Acton begrudgingly goes to meet his bride, unaware she and the widow are one and the same.If the Duke DaresWhen Persephone Barclay's younger sister is compromised, Persephone must wed before the scandal spreads. Her parents scramble to present her to the Duke of Wellesbourne; except he's precisely the kind of rogue she has now vowed to avoid. Taking flight to avoid a match, Persephone runs straight into her would-be betrothed and pretends to be someone else. But dash it all, the duke proves to be irresistibly charming! If she remains in his company, she'll end up in the wicked scoundrel's clutches.Even worse, her second attempt at escape lands her in increasingly poor circumstances. With nowhere to turn and her safety at risk, she may have to accept help from the one man who threatens her resolve-and her reputation.

Collects together for the first time essays devoted to a detailed historical and systematic discussion of the topic of life in Kant's work.

This Element is of the eighteenth-century performance history of The Fair Penitent demonstrates the interrelation of print and performance and models how readers can recover elements of performance through close attention to text.

"Honoria Hartley enjoys flirting far too much to consider marrying. And besides, she's been betrothed since birth to the long-lost Viscount Vandemere. But no one has actually ever met the viscount and, without an heir, the title will soon become extinct. So she's willing to do anything to keep her viscount alive, even if she has to invent him herself. Oscar Flint is a first-rate gambler. Estranged from his father's side of the family his entire life, he grew up beneath the tutelage of a legendary con artist. There isn't anyone who could pull the wool over his eyes. Not until he crosses paths with Honoria. Losing to her puts him in a bind--until he remembers her story about a lost heir to a viscountcy. An heir that no one has ever met--not yet, anyway"--

Lady Cordelia Daventry, a spirited spinster, clings to a glimmer of hope for love. A fateful encounter with the infamous rogue, Nathaniel Lowell, Viscount Wolverton, unveils hidden desires that shatter her expectations. As their passionate interlude leaves Cordelia facing unexpected consequences, she seeks aid from the enigmatic Lady Celia Kendal, only to find secrets unraveling in unforeseen ways. Nathaniel, known for his roguish charm, finds his world upended when Cordelia's revelation prompts him to step onto a path of honor. Determined to right his wrongs, he pursues a course that leads to uncharted territory: a future with Cordelia as his wife. Yet, his intentions collide with Cordelia's independent spirit, setting the stage for a battle of hearts and principles. As these two strong-willed souls navigate the complexities of love and responsibility, they're plunged into a tumultuous journey of self-discovery. United by a passion that defies them both, Cordelia and Nathaniel find themselves entangled in a clash of desires and ideals. As they grapple with the chasm between knowledge and action, they unearth the profound significance of love's transformative power. Amidst the turmoil of emotions, Cordelia and Nathaniel must bridge the gap between longing and commitment, learning that the journey to true connection requires not just understanding, but the courage to claim their shared destiny.

A chance-meeting of soulmates? Or is everything a lie?Betrothed since birth to some stuffy earl she has never met, Lucy is torn between family duty and a longing for love and fun. Naturally, she determines to enjoy her last days of freedom - and her first Blackhaven ball - to the full. Especially when she encounters the unusual Tyler who makes her laugh and takes her on apparently pointless adventures in search of stray puppies, suspicious strangers, and an escaping highwayman.In fact, Tyler also plays a risky game to change the world and find his own personal justice. Already in love, Lucy is happy to help.And then the truth spoils everything.Or does it?One Night in BlackhavenThe Captain's Old LoveThe Earl's Promised BrideThe Soldier's Impossible LoveThe Gambler's Last ChanceThe Poet's Stern CriticThe Rake's MistakeThe Spinster's Last Dance

A lady bent on seduction... Lady Othelia Grantham, married the earl of Brighton, a man many years her senior, to save her family from financial ruin. The earl was pleasant, but no sparks existed between them. Now that Othelia is a widow, she vows to live life on her terms. Priority one-Never marry again. Priority number two-experience passion. She sets her sights on the 9th Duke of Ashbrook. He is the perfect scoundrel to indulge her desire and carries no risk of marriage. A rogue bent on reform... Alister Brinsley-Radclyffe, Duke of Ashbrook, needs a duchess. A feat that should be easily accomplished by a duke, but even his title is not enough to redeem him from the reputation he's built for indulging in sin. When a respectable young widow approaches him with a scandalous request, he cannot refuse. She may be his last chance to save his estates. He will teach lady Brighton about passion, and in doing so, he will capture her heart and fortune. Only one can win... If Othelia falls for the duke, she will lose control of her fortune and her freedom. If Alister cannot capture Lady Othelia's hand in marriage, his legacy will be left in ruins. When true love blossoms, they find themselves at the edge of duty and desire. Only one question remains, who will come out the victor?

In a world of societal constraints and unexpected turns, Julia Honeyfield's life takes a drastic twist. Abandoned by her father and facing dire circumstances, Julia and her mother are left with no choice but to make a desperate decision that leaves Julia entangled in the dark alleys of a London brothel, a place of desperation and shadows. Amidst the shadows, a chance encounter alters fate¿ Julia's path crosses with Charles, the Duke of Selkirk, a man burdened by his own responsibilities and secrets. Unveiling the truth of Julia's predicament, Charles feels an unexplainable connection to her. Driven by a compelling instinct, he becomes her unexpected protector, whisking her away to the tranquil sanctuary of his country estate. Trusting the unknown, embracing the forbidden¿ As Julia navigates the unfamiliar world of aristocracy, guided by Charles and his family, she discovers her own strength and resilience. Charles, drawn to Julia's unassuming charm, finds himself captivated by her presence. Soon, the boundaries of propriety blur as a single mesmerizing night propels them into a whirlwind of passion. A collision of hearts and a clash of worlds¿ Their impulsive choices echo like ripples through their lives, challenging societal norms and risking all they hold dear. As the lines between desire and decorum blur, Julia and Charles must confront the consequences of their undeniable connection. In a Regency era where love is both a beacon and a battleground, they must decide whether to forge a new path together or adhere to the rigid conventions that threaten to tear them apart.

In the clash between societal norms and undeniable connection, Delighted by the Duke weaves a tale of escape, enchantment, and unexpected love as a spirited commoner and a noble Duke find their hearts entangled in Regency England. Embarking on a daring escape from an unwanted fate, Miss Emma Baxter unexpectedly finds refuge in the carriage of the Duke of Radcliffe, Aaron St. John. As the bonds between them grow stronger, Emma grapples with newfound dangers - the undeniable connection she shares with the dashing and honorable duke. Aaron is drawn into Emma's spirited world, her presence infusing his home with laughter and affection. Yet, their blossoming love is tested by the stark reality of their disparate lives. Emma, the charming commoner, and Aaron, the esteemed Duke, must navigate societal norms and personal challenges to determine if their love can withstand the scrutiny of their world. With laughter, love, and unforeseen trials at every turn, can the Duke of Radcliffe and his audacious companion, Miss Emma Baxter, carve a path to a future where fairytales transcend the boundaries of their reality? Find enchantment and passion in the pages of Delighted by the Duke, the spellbinding conclusion to the Fabled Love fairytale regency romance series.

Psychic danger and romance in petticoats and brass buttons.The arcane Guild has many secrets. Those born to the secret order are sworn to defend them. Grace Tremaine, last of her line, has never doubted her decision to claim the role of next Guardian... until now. A dark-eyed stranger has arrived on this wild Scottish coast, with more burdens than the one he unknowingly carries for the Guild.Anthony Bladewood is an agent of the Crown and knows the rules, but this time his soul is not listening. The dark weariness slowly consuming him is an occupational hazard. Incurable. Until he meets the bright autumn-haired chatelaine.Neither expects more from life than what they have been dealt, but both find it harder to bid farewell than it should be. Beyond the stone wall, hostile forces gather.It is time to choose who will stand on the battlements.

Eden Barrett, the Countess of Moreland, is a young widow. Her foolish husband died in a duel, after having an affair with her closest friend. With one affair her entire life changed. Having freedom for the first time in her life she embraces it. Roslyn, her sister by marriage, is about to debut and Eden is her chaperone, and she's determined to aid her to find a husband that won't disappoint her.Maxwell Holden, the Duke of Carrington has decided it is time to find himself a wife. He has a list of requirements and Lady Roslyn Barrett is the perfect candidate. There is only one problem: her chaperone. Something about her is oddly familiar, and he's more drawn to the young widow than he likes. The more time he spends with her, the more he can't stay away. Eden is determined never to marry again. Especially to the Duke of Carrington. She has a secret though and if he discovers it everything will change. They've met before, and she's determined he never realizes exactly how they're acquainted. Secrets don't stay buried though, and this one is about to come to the light¿

Maria, der er datter af en handelsmand, er en ung, viljestærk kvinde, der er atypisk for sin tid. I året 1715 kommer hun med sin far og guvernanten Signe til den caribiske ø Coco Island, der er styret af pirater. Fra starten af bliver hun meget draget af en pirat, som hun også forfører. De forelsker sig hovedkulds i hinanden og har til at starte med et hemmeligt forhold. Maria er ikke bange for at kaste sig ud i forskellige ting, og hvad gør man ikke i kærlighedens navn, selv når det drejer sig om liv og død?I kærlighedens navn en roman om stor kærlighed, sex, venskaber, pirater, vilde togter, glædespiger, slaver og deres gruopvækkende forhold.