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Ice & Oil is indeed a biography of an unlikely titan. Meet Dan Murphy, the man who shaped Los Angeles as the 19th century turned into the 20th century Murphy and his endeavors parallel the history of California. But, because he's shunned renown his name is virtually unknown. Author Joseph Francis Ryan delves into the complex life of Dan Murphy, businessman-turned-tycoon: Mentored by Southern Pacific's Charles Crocker, he built the town of Needles the transfer point for a second transcontinental railroad. His ingenuity made it possible to transport citrus across the country. He honored Mojave culture in and the Native American's respect. He saved the day when Edward Doheny needed money for his oil company. His California Portland Cement Company provided cement for Los Angeles just as it was becoming a 20th century metropolis and for the construction of Boulder dam. "Another important piece of California history has emerged."

Holiday Memories is a decade-long journal designed to safeguard your cherished moments. It offers ample room for jotting thoughts, preserving important notes, and storing pictures. This ensures you always remember the precious times spent with loved ones.The holidays are a special time of the year to celebrate, give thanks, help each other, and embrace new beginnings. The Holiday Memories journal is designed to help you capture these moments and share your holiday journey with future generations. With space for cards and pictures, we've designed to capture 10 years of personalized holiday memories.Christmas time, while celebrated in our own unique way, brings us together in a spirit of sharing, community, love, and wonder. Use this journal to capture the memories you want to keep and it'll become a personalized book you and your loved ones will cherish year after year.

An eccentric British scientist's quixotic attempt to curtail teak deforestation in the infamous Golden Triangle turns deadly when his agricultural research project near the remote village of Ban Su disrupts the decades-long practice of opium growing.As the conflict ensues, Greg Robber, a young American "researcher," finds himself entangled in the secretive affairs of his new British friend and an escalating battle to save both of their lives from the clutches of the nefarious, Chinese drug lord known as the Fat Man.When Lord Saint Clair suddenly disappears in the dangerous hill tribe world of heroin production and drug smuggling, Greg descends into the sordid and sketchy shadows of Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and Pattaya, searching for allies among morally deficient and damaged expats, beautiful (if sullied) women, crooked gamblers, and terrible men-a brood of vipers-all of whom live by lies and lust while hiding their dark pasts.Violence, romance, mutual betrayal, exile, and finally revenge will come to define Greg's fate on his ultimate trip into the Golden Triangle.About the AuthorEvery spy has an origin story, and the literary thriller House of Fat Man, written with a nod to John LeCarré and Olen Steinhauer, while filled with questions about codes of decency, our choices in moments of crisis, and the cost of irreversible acts, is above all about secrets, the secrets we never forget, the secrets which are like ceaseless drops of water drilling through rock-incessant and unremitting-until there is space for dynamite.M. Gerard-Alesco lived in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and traveled throughout Southeast Asia. He later spent four years in Barcelona, Spain and now lives in South Carolina.

Note: This edition contains black & white photos. If you prefer a full-color edition, refer to ISBN 978-1991202710.If you want to set big goals and achieve them this book will show you how to go "All In" and succeed at anything!In 2017 Chris Bertish became the first person ever to stand-up paddleboard across any ocean. Defying all odds, he paddled 4050 miles, solo, unassisted and unsupported, for 93 days across the Atlantic Ocean, from Morocco, Africa to Antigua in the Caribbean.During three months at sea he was stalked by a great white shark, towed by a giant sea squid, capsized multiple times and surfed down 10-meter waves as challenging as anything he had faced in the Mavericks Big Wave Surfing Championships.All In! documents the incredible journey of one man, driven by passion and powered by a purpose greater than himself to give back, inspire millions and achieve what everyone told him was simply impossible. It will get you motivated and inspired to go "All In!" on your own personal journey and achieve anything - even the seemingly impossible!Whether your goal is to head up your department, reach a seemingly impossible sales target, attain a tertiary degree, achieve your first ever 5-mile, triathlon, or just have your best year ever... this book is for you and will change your life.This edge-of-your seat story will help you clarify your objectives, anticipate and adapt to change, persevere through any challenges life throws at you, and stay resilient and focused to emerge triumphant.

The action takes place in Boise, Idaho, in 1952, just before the sexual and technological revolution began throughout the country. It is about two groups of teenagers during the summer of their Junior and Senior years, at the height of their hormonal activity. One group attends the large public school, and the other group the small Catholic one. It describes their wild and bizzare adventures of that special Summer while examining the similarities, differences, and conflicts between them, because each has their own set of values and morality. It is full of steamy dating, hot rods, keggers, and sports, with elements of American Graffiti, Happy Days, and The Catcher in the Rye. But, with the added dimension of how the Catholic students try to reconcile their Baltimore Catechism teachings from the nuns and priests with their strong secular influences permeating their lives.

This is a completely revised, 2nd edition. Many thanks to the readers who pointed out the numerous errors our first editor missed. 2014 National Indie Excellence Award Finalist The Golden Years Can Be a Killer! In 2033, every senior citizen is offered a second chance and a second career. At 65, John Sinclair, a life-long teacher, faces two choices-a second career or permanent retirement and early death. The state will pay for his genetic rehabilitation, university education, and an extended life span of 160 years. It's guaranteed! All Sinclair has to do is to mentor his young apprentice, commit to a new career, and avoid any dealings with a daft and spiteful school janitor, Fernando Smith. Like all incredible offers, Sinclair's new career comes with a toxic price tag. The question is-is he willing to pay?

I AM MESurvivor of Child Abuse and Bullying Speaks Out The true story about a person that chooses no longer to live as a victim but became a survivor.Do you view yourself as a victim and unaware how to overcome abuse? Do you need help conquering your demons and coming to terms with the nightmare of your past?Are you clueless on how to walk away from the individuals that hurt you and stand up for yourself?In this book you will: You will learn how to achieve strategies for survival and healing.Discover ways to help survivors identify and validate their childhood experience with child abuse and bullying.Identify and come to terms with your sexuality and not to hide who you really are to please others. Learn that suicide is not the way out and choosing to survive and take control of your life.Find the person you were meant to be and accept who you are and love yourself.

Creation (the belief that God was and is the Creator of all that is seen and unseen) went virtually undisputed in the Judeo-Christian orthodoxy until the 19th century. That is until Charles Darwin, an English biologist published his theory of evolution in 1859. Gradually, evolution became the preferred curriculum in our school systems and we were offered little evidence to choose between our faith and secular beliefs. Through this book, you are offered an alternative curriculum to the theory of evolution, that properly timelines the Bible, from the Book of Genesis through the Book of Revelations. Through visions and revelations, the author recorded how the sixty-six books of the Bible pertain to this timeline. Will you open the pages of this book with an open mind and receptive heart, or will you allow your religious and worldly belief systems to be a stumbling block for you? Remember this one thing, that the Lord rewards those who diligently seek him.

Fledgling executive Grace Quinn breaks the IRS mold. She's a fashion savvy mystery buff who abhors accounting and favors Shakespeare over the Tax Code. Babysitting a convention of buttoned-down pencil pushers is her worst nightmare until double homicide, international art theft and a nasty tax fraud appear on the agenda. From the Smithsonian Museum to the corridors of power, Grace pursues rogue CPAs and a priceless Chinese treasure, The Golden Abacus. Her suspicions are aroused by the gorgeous mystery man who guards the Abacus. Patrick Fong knows too much about making love and too little about truth telling. Is he the answer to a maiden's prayer or a clever criminal? Grace must find the truth before a ruthless killer liquidates her assets.

This is a completely revised, 2nd edition. Many thanks to the readers who pointed out the numerous errors our first editor missed. 2013 Foreword Reviews Award Finalist Don't Catch the Bug in Space! The year is 2040. Facing the threat of a viral pandemic, four friends will finally unite for an extraordinary reunion. Within an orbiting virtual world, the former seminarians will confront personal demons, while sharing ideas about the meaning of life, friendship, and love-including the existence of God. It is an allegorical dance played out in the microcosmic and metaphysical drama of the human condition. Can they return to Earth before the plague makes it impossible, dropping the curtain on existence forever?

Delve into the heart of American democracy with A More Perfect Union, a comprehensive exploration of the historical journey and enduring impact of the United States Constitution. From its inception amidst the fervor of revolution to its profound influence on contemporary politics, this book traces the evolution of the Constitution, illuminating the pivotal moments, debates, and personalities that shaped its development.In riveting detail, renowned historian A.M.N. Goldman uncovers the intricate compromises and visionary principles that underpin this seminal document. From the Federalist Papers to the Bill of Rights, from the Civil War amendments to landmark Supreme Court decisions, each chapter unveils a crucial chapter in the ongoing saga of American governance.A More Perfect Union goes beyond mere historical narrative. It delves into the ways in which the Constitution continues to shape modern politics, from the separation of powers to the electoral college, from debates over federalism to the struggle for civil rights. With incisive analysis, A.M.N. Goldman demonstrates how the Constitution remains a living document, perpetually contested and reinterpreted in the crucible of contemporary challenges.Whether you are a seasoned scholar or a curious citizen, A More Perfect Union offers a rich tapestry of insight and understanding into the cornerstone document of American democracy. Engaging, authoritative, and timely, this book is essential reading for anyone seeking to grasp the profound legacy of the Constitution and its enduring relevance in shaping the future of the nation.

The philosophical tension between faith and reason is explored in this poetic fantasy. Is the Greater Good a worthy principle? Can a criminal be guiltless? Is Nietzsche not dead? Learn from the Mariner, a yachtsman who admits he is a "skeptic quizzing every cause." He and his crew, including his lusty busty mate Priscilla, sail across the Great Lakes to places real and imagined. Follow them on this American odyssey of the mind.

Epic fantasy adventure. The Complete Tetralogy. 4-book series in one volume:(Part 1) Tales of the Rasha La(Part 2) Beyond the Moonwalk(Part 3) Byways of the Butterfly(Part 4) The Lure of the Dragon RangeSynopsis:... and since it was their turn the monarchs told their own story: A tale of lost children who return to earth as butterflies on the wings of the Fyrstellia, the falling stars. For when the Lord of Light granted men a mortal life span He founded a halfway house in the nearby heavens as well, the Halls of Waiting, where angels could bring the fallen and tend their spirits until they were ready to go further into the Light. For most, it was only a short stay, but not for the children."They don't want to go on", reported the Keeper of the Halls. "They want to go back".Here are two that did - together with an account of their journey into Mexico, caught up along the way in the fortunes of the fairy people on earth.

"...punctuated by broad humor and a healthy sense of the absurd." ~ KirkusThe thunderous roar of beasts Once made them supreme on earth!But as modern noise increased,Roars aren't what they used to be worth.Now humans rule the Universe!We've knocked the beasts down a peg.Yeah, it looks pretty good in verse,But a dog will still whiz on your leg.That's to remind the human race,And ponder while your pant leg is oozing,There still is no safe space.Your pets will think that's amusing.

... "Great fun ... An entertaining, otherworldly tale with a dynamic and unforgettable cast" - Kirkus Reviews.Evening settled over the pine woods with the pixies asleep in their chrysalises. The hummingbird waited by the hidden nursey for the inevitable fire to flare up nearby on a bare, rocky knob of the hill. Unpleasant neighbors would be arriving soon.Trolls were known primarily for three things, she reminded herself: Felonies, misdemeanors, and bonfires - in no particular order. Tonight, they would roast some large critter on the spit and break out a huge tub of fresh home brew. The only thing missing might be a sweet pixie dessert to top it off, but the idea would occur to them.It would be her job to keep that recipe unfilled.

The novel Forbidden Power Part Ⅱ picks up the story where the movie Forbidden Power left off. In the conclusion of the story, George Barrett must take action to survive the perilous situation he got himself and his friends into.

Stranded on a mysterious island in the Indian Ocean, a young man unknowingly fulfills an ancient prophecy. A book filled with "root snakes" and quicksand, cover-ups and confessions and secrets within secrets. A story about finding courage, trusting Spirit, and the power of love. Book One from the Spiritual Fantasy trilogy 'The Last Scroll'.

An oil supply controlled by corrupt hands, murderous assassins who will do anything to keep that power intact - and a group of friends with a wild plan to thwart them all. The Sentinels return in an epic battle against a Big Oil monopoly. As America's dependence on fossil fuel takes hold in the post-World War II climate of economic growth, seven major oil companies join forces to control the industry. They amass obscene profits, squeeze taxpayers, and manipulate supplies around the world. In a plotline eerily reminiscent of today's political climate, the Sentinels fan out across several continents in an intricately plotted mission to bring Big Oil to its knees.