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""Jack Johnson: In The Ring And Out"" is a biography of the legendary boxer Jack Johnson, written by Johnson himself. The book details Johnson's rise to fame as the first black heavyweight champion of the world, as well as his personal life and the challenges he faced as a black man in America during the early 20th century. Johnson discusses his experiences with racism, including his battles against white opponents and the discrimination he faced outside the ring. He also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with women and his time spent in prison for violating the Mann Act. The book provides a unique perspective on the life of one of the most influential boxers in history, and sheds light on the social and political climate of the time.This is a new release of the original 1927 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Abraham Lincoln "Honest Abe" "Honest Abe" was written to act as your easy-to-read reference point that contains from cover to cover everything you need to know about the life and times of Abraham Lincoln. "Honest Abe" isn't just a book of reference, though. Throughout the book, I have sought to paint the picture of the scenes I describe, so that this is more than an academic treatise that collects dust on your desk. This book is meant to be more of a movie, a movie that plays out in your head as you read its vivid details, so that you can feel that you were there as it was happening. This is certainly a small booklet, but it is densely packed with information that so many historians tend to overlook. Lincoln's story is a gripping tale, from beginning to end. Given the massive nature of his accomplishments and the nearly six decades he lived, you might wonder how these thirty-five thousand words can adequately cover so much ground. This booklet can and will give you an excellent grasp of the man - as a son, as a younger brother, as a father, as a thinker, as a politician, and of course as our sixteenth president.

Women Spies: A Novel of Remembrance of Mata Hari, Mary Bowser, Noor Inayat Khan, Nancy Wake and other Strong Women of History is a historical fiction that uses the "Grandmother's Chair" method to recount the very real histories of famous and infamous female spies down through the ages. The story begins with Lannie (a fictitious character) watching a mysterious neighbor moving in next door. Her grandmother (also fictitious) collects stories about spies. As Lannie learns about famous female spies, so does the reader. The fictitious background is used as a vehicle for discussing each of the featured women, presenting various views - some of them opposing - that affect our perception of these women today. A Forbes Magazine article commented that women have always been uniquely suited to spying because they understand subtle messages delivered through body language, and because they understand how people interact. The article goes on to say that women are good at multitasking, as a rule, since it is often required for successfully running a home. These are just a few of the traits needed to be a successful spy. The book also touches on spies for the other side, and has a running thread of plot that focuses around the fictional characters.

This is a new release of the original 1927 edition.

Ulysses S Grant: The Forgotten Hero You might know Ulysses S. Grant as a Civil War hero and as the 18th President of the United States, but we will introduce you to the heart and soul of the man who brought freedom and equality to a troubled America. Within the pages of this book, you'll discover how Grant motivated and inspired a nation to rise above the dark days of slavery and financial ruin and search their hearts for justice for all. You'll battle with Grant and his men at Vicksburg, and be there when General Lee surrenders at Appomattox. When the Civil War ends, you'll travel with Grant out West to settle the Native Americans, and you'll experience "Custer's Last Stand." You'll share in Grant's epic victories and colossal failures as he serves as President of the United States. Your heart will be broken as you read about the devastating disease that finally took his life only three days after he completed his memoirs. As the funeral procession passes through the streets of New York, you'll be there with the millions of people to pay their respects to one of the greatest leaders of his time. When you have finished, you can look at the America you live in today and ask yourself if you are strong enough and determined enough to promote the ideas, beliefs, and values that were initiated by Ulysses S. Grant.

The Ottoman Empire was a strong world power for over six hundred years beginning in the late 13th century. How did it rise from one man who was given charge of a small parcel of land to an empire that spanned three continents? Why did it begin to lose battle after battle, eventually reaching a point where it was beaten back by its enemies? Which sultans presented the empire with the tools for success and which destroyed the unity? What contributed to its demise? These questions and more will be answered through this book as the secrets of the Ottoman Empire are revealed. This book contains a description of the origins and basics about the population of citizens within the empire along with descriptions about each of the thirty-six emperors' personal rises and falls in their quest to better the empire. Additionally, the contributions the Ottomans made to their empire and beyond to other countries will be described along with the daily life of those within the palace and those without. Is there anything left today that came from the Ottoman Empire? Or did the Ottoman Empire simply disappear without a trace left to indicate it existed?

This biography on one of history's most storied figures takes readers on an exciting journey through the detailed history of Julius Caesar. Julius Caesar was a man who influenced the world in unparalleled ways, and his story is one loaded with an extravagant cast of politicians, generals, and royalty. It makes for a riveting tale of intrigue and melodrama. The book begins with Caesar's early life, and the humble background from which he came. His accounts of great triumphs and great defeats are all included as his exciting and eventful life is traced through the pages of the book. Caesar was part of a time where record keeping was incredibly proficient, and the pieces we have to put together the life of this man and those around him is plentiful. Caesar's story is important down to the last detail, and this book encapsulates the details that matter, and help paint a picture of this legendary figure, and the tumultuous time in which he lived. The greatest forms of entertainment can be found in the truth, rather than fiction, and Caesar's life is proof of this. It is history that tells us the most extravagant and unbelievable stories. And no matter what amount of speculation or conjecture you throw into this story, the impact of Caesar's life is undeniable. His legacy is one that must be read, and all that you could want to know about the man lies within the folds of this book.

Growing up during The Cold War: A Personal Perspective from the Forties to Today relates in narrative form the tumultuous, exciting and sometimes frightening era referred to as the Cold War Era. Civil Rights, Women's Lib, Anti-War Drafts and changes in the educational system all characterized the times. Told from the point of view of some of those who lived in the central part of the United States, far from the conflict and even decently distant from the unrest in urban centers, it is an effort to portray both the uncertainty and the wonder as exploration of space both within and without was mood of the times. Such a work cannot replace the experience of living through those times. And, no doubt, since any writer must pick and choose between events that occur in such times, there are things that have been left out of this account. However, it can serve as a springboard for those who wish to explore this recent history and it places a variety of sources into a coherent timeline of events and changes. It is not limited to conflict, but also embraces advances spurred on by the rivalry between the United States and Soviet Russia. Landmark changes occurred in the United States legal system, as well.

"The Revolutionary War: The Making of America" retells the story of the American Revolution in a way that captures your attention and is as educational as it is entertaining. This book covers the events of the American Revolution, but also their cultural and historical significance. This book also overviews the most important players on both sides of the conflict, and pays special attention to the key figures who led this military and political struggle and went on to found the American republic. Millions of words have been spilled in discussions of the American Revolution. It might make you wonder, how does this small book make any difference? The difference I hope to make is to introduce you to the Revolution at breakneck speed. Don't be fooled by the size of this book; it's small, but it's still packed with information that other books tend to forget. This book does not seek to add something new to our understanding of the Revolution, nor does it review the events from a perspective that has never been considered. Instead, "The Making of America" should be read as an easy-to-read reference point that contains from cover to cover everything you need to know about the American Revolution.

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John Adams: Revealing Relationships of a Founding Father John Adams didn't cut a dashing figure like George Washington. He was not the darling of France as was Benjamin Franklin. He was not a wealthy and statuesque plantation owner like Thomas Jefferson. Adams was highly opinionated, blunt, and often tactless in his social interactions. To top it off, he was short, fat, and awkward. This does not sound like the description of a Founding Father we should want to know any better - but that's where you're wrong. Adams, perhaps more than any other Founding Father, was a driving force that pushed America to declare its independence from Britain. It was Adams who supplied the raw ideas of what a new government should look like. He always represented the larger public good in all of his public service, even when buffeted by the forces of antagonistic party politics during his tenure as the second President of the United States. The details and legacy of his life's work are best viewed through the lens of his relationships to people, places, and ideas. In John Adams: Revealing Relationships of a Founding Father, you'll learn how Adams was frustrated with France, jostled by Jefferson, aided by Abigail, flummoxed by Franklin, masterminded his son's success in politics with Monroe, and was often perplexed by politics.

The Dead of Tiradores Vol. 1 is the first of three in a Supernatural Vampire-Western. Separated into "Dime-Novel" style periodicals. The Prologue and the first ten chapters introduce Joss Dresden, the new hero sheriff in town. Joss is sucked into a supernatural world he didn't knew existed and then learns he is the worlds hope for salvation from dark and evil forces. Along with help from a higher power and a trusty sidekick, Joss wields a weapon that levels the playing field.

This book is specifically for the enlisted Marine. The officers have their books. Who will tell our stories of what happens and maybe why? What could have been done differently? This book contains a story part and a dialogue aspect. It dares asks so many essential questions; left for the young Marine (that all deserve deeper explanations and answers for some of the things that are not always so obvious)? The story itself, begins with boot camp and the dialogue centers around how we can possibly improve the single greatest elite fighting force in history. This book is obviously an American tale and it is ours. It is brutal, profane, and all too real. The few, the proud; the Marines. Semper Fi

The first African American to win the world heavyweight championship, Johnson recounts without bitterness the prejudice that dogged his public and private lives and his international adventures as a bon vivant.