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Blues guitarist Blind Willie Johnson led a hardscrabble life, but in 1977, NASA's Voyager spacecrafts were launched, carrying a golden record to introduce planet Earth to the cosmos, and one of his songs became the defining anthem.Author: Jan LowerISBN-10: 1682770923ISBN-13: 9781682770924Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

The Hexateuch V2, Text And Notes: According To The Revised Version (1900) is a book written by J. Estlin Carpenter. This volume is the second in a series of books that focus on the first six books of the Old Testament, also known as...

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""Christian Educators In Council: Sixty Addresses By American Educators, With Historical Notes Upon The National Education Assembly (1888)"" is a book compiled by Joseph Crane Hartzell. The book features sixty addresses given by prominent American educators who were part of the National Education Assembly...

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

"The deeper one delves into the problem of race, the humbler he becomes concerning his own views." -Ray Stannard Baker, Following the Color Line (1908) In Following the Color Line (1908), Ray Stannard Baker draws on the insights he gained from traveling more than...

"WE" is an autobiographical account by Charles A. Lindbergh (1902-1974) about his life and the events leading up to and including his May 1927 New York to Paris solo trans-Atlantic flight in the Spirit of St. Louis, a custom-built, single engine, single-seat Ryan monoplane...

The photos in this edition are black and white.Explore Harley Earl's impact on the automotive design landscape and the teams he led to create the iconic 1953 Corvette, 1955-1957 Chevy Bel Air, 1927 LaSalle, and more.Veteran automotive historian David W. Temple has researched and...

In addition to his impressive body of work, Patrick Stewart is also a respected figure in the academic world. He holds honorary degrees from several prestigious universities, including the University of Huddersfield, the University of East Anglia, and the University of Oxford. He has...

An intimate, captivating, and inspiring memoir by a World Food Championship Finalist.Baking is messy. So is the story of Diane Roark's life. This book tells the intensely riveting story of how Diane grew up with an alcoholic mother. How she had a special needs...

PrefaceThe author of this series has made it his special object to confine himself very strictly, even in the most minute details which he records, to historic truth. The narratives are not tales founded upon history, but history itself, without any embellishment or any...

Peter Chrysologus is the first book to offer an introduction to the life of Peter Chrysologus and a selection of his most important sermons in translation, as well as his letter to Eutyches. Bishop Peter of Ravenna preached before the imperial family for nearly...

This book addresses early modern concepts of the body and the self - focussing on three self-narratives authored by the nobleman Osvaldo Ercole Trapp (1634-1710), a body description from head to foot, autobiographical writings, and a brief chronicle of the House of Trapp-Caldonazzo. Approaching...

A memoir in verse from one of America's legendary poets In a New York Times review of Alice Notley's 2007 collection In the Pines, Joel Brouwer wrote that "the radical freshness of Notley's poems stems not from what they talk about, but how they...

The Maine Woods, collection of three autobiographical narratives by Henry David Thoreau. Each of the essays recounts the details of an excursion in Maine. The collection, edited by the clergyman and writer William Ellery Channing, Thoreau's friend and frequent touring companion, was issued posthumously...

During Charles Darwin's 1831-6 voyage on the Beagle, his on-board library included 'Cook's voyages' (the edition is not specified). This illustrated 1821 edition, in seven volumes, is representative of the versions available in the early nineteenth century. Volumes 3 and 4 cover Cook's second...

This comprehensive study examines the lives and works of some of the greatest thinkers of the modern world. From Freud and Darwin to Einstein and Freud, this book provides a detailed and insightful analysis of their contributions to philosophy, science, and culture. A perfect...

After 55 years of operating a racetrack in the beautiful Colorado foothills, one can only imagine the stories that need to be told. That is why this book was written, to capture some of the history of the Bandimere Family. Living It Loud is...

W. Bourchier's Narrative of a Passage from Bombay to England is a thrilling account of his shipwreck in the Nautilus in the Red Sea. Bourchier writes with vivid detail about the harrowing experience of being stranded on a deserted island, and his eventual rescue...

Discover the rich and complex history of the United States, from its early days as a fledgling nation to its emergence as a global superpower. With meticulous research and engaging prose, George Bancroft paints a vivid picture of the people and events that shaped...

This book offers a fascinating firsthand account of the efforts to evangelize Native American communities in colonial New England. Written by the missionary John Eliot and first published in 1670, the book describes the challenges and successes of the Puritan mission to the Nipmuck...

A collection of stories and sketches about life on southern plantations in the 19th century, written by African American authors. Includes themes of race, class, and culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base...

Language Journey tells the story of one North American's exploration into bilingualism and a series of cross-cultural adventures. It includes many individual Lessons, roughly in chronological order, each with a Text and one or more Essential Questions. This is designed to spur reader/students on...

This genealogy book contains a comprehensive history of the Fenton family and their ancestry in both America and Great Britain. With a focus on tracing lineage and providing intricate details about family members and their achievements, this is a must-read for anyone interested in...

In 'The History of London, ' Walter Besant takes readers on a comprehensive journey through the past of one of the world's greatest cities. This book is sure to satisfy anyone with an interest in history, architecture, urban development, or just those curious to...

Take a trip to rural Scotland with this delightful collection of sketches, stories, and anecdotes by Gordon Fraser. From tales of local characters to musings on the region's history and culture, this book captures the unique charm and humor of Wigtown and Whithorn.This work...

Distinguished Favorite, Independent Press Award (2024) for Career Finalist, Book Excellence Awards (2024) for AutobiographyNeill McKee takes us on an entertaining journey through the developing world from 1970 to 2012. His memoir is filled with compelling dialog, humorous and poignant incidents, thoughts on world...

Discover the inner workings of the mafia, dissecting the codes, hierarchies, and rituals that governed this clandestine society. Explore the roots of the Sicilian Mafia and trace its evolution into a formidable force in Italy and across the ocean. Step into the era of...

When War Follows You Home tells the true and traumatic journey of a soldier who faced immense adversity both on and off the battlefield. Ben has shared this compelling account from a challenging childhood to his trials and tribulations in the British Army, culminating...

Undocumented Prisoner is a powerful memoir by C. Nicole, recounting her journey of survival and triumph over domestic violence. This gripping narrative unveils the author's harrowing experiences, highlighting the cycle of abuse she endured and the profound impact it had on her life. With...

In the summer of 1941, 11-year-old Wolf is growing up amidst the rubble and antisemitism of war-torn Nazi Berlin. Destitute and facing deportation, he must leave behind his sister and travel with his family across a continent entrenched in war. With nothing in hand...

Read Henry David Thoreau's most influential works in one stunning volume! With reflections on politics, simplicity, and independent living, Thoreau's writings ask readers to question the status quo and live in accordance with their principles. - Rediscover these beloved classics in this elegant yet...

THIS IS ABOUT WILLIAM'S CANCER MEMOIR BOOK . The UNSEEN WORLD writes for each of us and may take many turns. No matter where you are on the journey, there is a plan and a purpose to what you experience. If you are struggling,...

Brutally Frank is the autobiography of an elder statesman and frontline advocate of truth, fairness, justice, and equity in Nigeria, Chief (Dr.) Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, OF, CON. Written in a simple language, the book tells the story of Edwin Clark right from his forebears...

THIS IS ABOUT WILLIAM'S CANCER MEMOIR BOOK . The UNSEEN WORLD writes for each of us and may take many turns. No matter where you are on the journey, there is a plan and a purpose to what you experience. If you are struggling,...

A Secret Between Gentlemen: Suspects, Strays, and Guests is the second volume in this biographical trilogy. It seeks to fill a large gap in the account - the names and histories of the other gentlemen involved in Lord Battersea's scandal. Detailed within are the...

I hope the readers of my story will benefit from seeing a glimpse of how growing up poor can mold a person, as well as facing challenges in life. Working hard may be new to the current generation, at least not most had it...

Imagine a man walking into a poor rural village containing thousands of people and then promising to take care of their every need; food, clothing, housing, education. And then imagine that he proposed to do this without telling anyone other than God that these...

The trauma that I have experienced from the age of 5 years old until my teen age has developed me into a damage little girl. Eventually, I became a unhealed woman. "I realize my hardest battles in life helped launch me forward to purpose....

The Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 was perhaps subjected to much controversy as a result of the epic Zulu victory at the battle of Isandlwana. Lord Chelmsford, the General Officer commanding the invasion force during the war, sustained severe criticism from both journalists and parliament...

Describes the experiences of a civil engineer who worked for over 14 years in Kenya and subsequently in Lesotho, Swaziland and West Africa, finally completing his career in the Solomon Islands in the Pacific.Author: Trevor BarryISBN-10: 1412024307ISBN-13: 9781412024303Publisher: Trafford PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/19/2004Pages: 156Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Sixty-Seven years practicing Architecture has been interesting and yes very profitable for me. But most of it has been an adventure in my life. It's my understanding I was the youngest to practice Architecture in NC and it has come to my attention I'm...

High above the shore of Loch Ness over 1,000ft above sea level lies a small community of scattered house, each with their own little croft. Blackfold and this is the place I was brought up in. A mystical place, miles from nowhere and full...

"Heaven is living. If my life journey has taught me anything, it taught me that."Peter enjoyed a wealthy and privileged start to life, that all changed at the end of the war in 1945. It is incredible that Peter has been able to put...

"Janine takes the reader on a roller coaster emotional journey, from crawling on the floor to rising like a Phoenix. Her prose moves the mind, her poetry moves the heart. What a novel combination for a book-an inspiration." Peter Guber, Filmmaker, Author Despair touches...

"What's Up, Rad?" is a collection of vignettes; stories of brave patients, consulting colleagues, collaborating physicians, notable nurses and ancillary medical personnel-both heartwarming and heartbreaking. All stories are TRUE! Hopefully these narratives will bring insight-the insight that "The good physician treats the disease; the...

Nick Turner: son, father, musician, songwriter, lover, scientist, sailor. An Englishman, an Aussie, a genuine guitar-carrying, hitchhiking troubadour.In this memoir, Nick takes us on an unforgettable road trip. Starting in his hometown of Nottingham in Thatcher's Britain, he hitches his way from London to...

In the early part of the twentieth century the Lyne family of Eskadour, County Kerry: encounters several challenges that threaten their survival. Though most of the children in the family are young, they bravely man a farm and battle members of the British forces....

This is a written book based on the life and testimony of Daylise Baber. In this book what is shared is the struggles and silent battles Daylise endured or suffered through of many forms of abuse. The hope that Daylise had and needed more...