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CoCo

The Colorful History of Tandy’s Underdog Computer

By: Boisy G Pitre,Bill Loguidice

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CoCo

The Colorful History of Tandy’s Underdog Computer

By: Boisy G Pitre,Bill Loguidice

CoCo: The Colorful History of Tandy’s Underdog Computer is the first book to document the complete history of the Tandy Color Computer (CoCo), a popular 8-bit PC series from the 1980s that competed against the era’s biggest names, including the Apple II, IBM PC, and Commodore 64. The book takes you inside the interesting stories and people behind this unique, underdog computer. Both noted computer science and technology advocates, authors Pitre and Loguidice reveal the story of a pivotal period in the home computing revolution from the perspective of Tandy’s CoCo. As these computers were sold in Radio Shack stores throughout the United States and other countries, they provide a critical point of reference for key events in the unprecedented evolutionary period for the PC industry in the 1980s. The book also features first-hand accounts from the people who created and promoted the CoCo, from the original Tandy executives and engineers to today’s active product creators and information keepers. The CoCo impacted many lives, and this book leaves no stone unturned in recounting this fascinating slice of the PC revolution that is still in play today. From early telecommunications experiments to engineering and budgetary challenges, it covers all the aspects that made the CoCo a truly personal, useful computing experience in as small and inexpensive a package as possible.

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CRC Press

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1466592478

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9781466592476

The Works of Allen Ginsberg, 1941-1994

A Descriptive Bibliography

By: Bill Morgan

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The Works of Allen Ginsberg, 1941-1994

A Descriptive Bibliography

By: Bill Morgan

Avant-garde poet and popular culture icon, Allen Ginsberg has been one of the world's most important writers for over 40 years. This comprehensive bibliography, covering the years 1941 to 1994, was prepared with the cooperation of the poet himself. All books, periodicals, photographs, recordings, films, and miscellaneous appearances are listed here. Entries are grouped in chapters according to type of work, and each entry provides full descriptive bibliographic information. Allen Ginsberg is perhaps the most famous poet of our time, as well as one of our most prolific writers. His subjects range from Buddhist studies to drug research to gay rights to political issues of every description from Vietnam to censorship. Ginsberg gave the author access to personal files and, as a result, every appearance of Ginsberg's writings in the English language is noted. This bibliography is a comprehensive, descriptive record of all of Ginsberg's works. The volume contains descriptive annotations of every book, pamphlet, and broadside by Ginsberg. It also contains complete descriptions of every contribution by Ginsberg to the works of others. In addition, all periodical contributions, recordings, films, and miscellaneous publications are listed. Due to Ginsberg's recent acceptance as a photographer of note, a special section identifies all of his published photographs. Entries are arranged in chapters according to the type of work, to facilitate ease of use. As a result, this book presents a history of Ginsberg's works and traces the evolution of his writings over a period of publications and revisions.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313388105

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9780313388101

The Neyer/James Guide to Pitchers

An Historical Compendium of Pitching, Pitchers, and Pitches

By: Bill James,Rob Neyer

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The Neyer/James Guide to Pitchers

An Historical Compendium of Pitching, Pitchers, and Pitches

By: Bill James,Rob Neyer

Preeminent baseball analyst Bill James and ESPN.com baseball columnist Rob Neyer compile information on pitches and their origins, nearly two thousand pitchers, and more in this comprehensive guide. Pitchers, the pitches they throw, and how they throw them—they’re the stuff of constant scrutiny, but there's never been anything like a comprehensive source for such information…until now. Bill James and Rob Neyer spent over a decade compiling the centerpiece of this book, the Pitcher Census, which lists specific information for nearly two thousand pitchers, ranging throughout the history of professional baseball. Their guide also includes a dictionary describing virtually every known pitch, biographies of great pitchers who have been overlooked, and top ten lists for fastballs, spitballs, and everything in between. James and Neyer also weigh in on the debate over pitcher abuse and durability, offer a formula for predicting the Cy Young Award winner, and reveal James’s Pitcher Codes. Learn about the origins and development of baseball’s most important pitches and more knuckleballers and submariners than you ever thought existed! Baseball’s action always starts with the pitchers. Begin to understand them and join in on entertaining debates while having a great deal of fun with the history of the game that captivates so many with this one-of-a-kind guide.

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Simon and Schuster

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1439103771

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9781439103777

Betrayers

A Nameless Detective Novel

By: Bill Pronzini

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Betrayers

A Nameless Detective Novel

By: Bill Pronzini

We're told that there are seven deadly sins; not on the list is the deadliest of them all: Betrayal. For each of the detectives at the agency, a betrayal—personal, against a child, against the elderly—becomes not only the driving force behind an investigation, but the source of the kind of resolve that cannot be derailed by threats of any kind. Tamara's case began as something personal but explodes as her investigation of her former lover Lucas Zeller leads to a scam bilking charities in the name of helping the homeless and indigent. For Nameless, with a case he doesn't want but can't turn down, trying to find out who is gaslighting an old woman only exposes the ugly side of family. When he goes home, tired and annoyed, he discovers that his adopted daughter, Emily, has a secret of her own. Runyon has a different difficulty: his case of a bailjumper with some bad family ties is easy enough as these things go, but he's being confronted by a demon that is going to try to force him into a betrayal.... Three people who care, three people devoted to helping others trying to help themselves, three people finding themselves in a world of hurt because of the betrayers. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

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Forge Books

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1429931051

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9781429931052

Bob Chandler's Tales from the San Diego Padres Dugout

A Collection of the Greatest Padres Stories Ever Told

By: Bob Chandler,Bill Swank

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Bob Chandler's Tales from the San Diego Padres Dugout

A Collection of the Greatest Padres Stories Ever Told

By: Bob Chandler,Bill Swank

Since they burst onto the scene in 1968, the San Diego Padres have taken fans on a roller coaster ride of ups, downs, and unforgettable moments. In Tales from the San Diego Padres Dugout, longtime Padres announcer Bob Chandler shares his memories of the team with Bill Swank in an easy-to-read recap of the team’s colorful past.

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Skyhorse Publishing Inc.

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1613210884

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9781613210888

Cultural Codes

Makings of a Black Music Philosophy

By: Bill Banfield

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Cultural Codes

Makings of a Black Music Philosophy

By: Bill Banfield

No art can survive without an understanding of, and dedication to, the values envisioned by its creators. No culture over time has existed without a belief system to sustain its survival. Black music is no different. In Cultural Codes: Makings of a Black Music Philosophy, William C. Banfield engages the reader in a conversation about the aesthetics and meanings that inform this critical component of our social consciousness. By providing a focused examination of the historical development of Black music artistry, Banfield formulates a useable philosophy tied to how such music is made, shaped, and functions. In so doing, he explores Black music culture from three angles: history, education, and the creative work of the musicians who have moved the art forward. In addition to tracing Black music from its African roots to its various contemporary expressions, including jazz, soul, R&B, funk, and hip hop, Banfield profiles some of the most important musicians over the last century: W.C. Handy, Scott Joplin, Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Mary Lou Williams, John Coltrane, James Brown, Jimi Hendrix, and Stevie Wonder, among others. Cultural Codes provides an educational and philosophical framework for students and scholars interested in the traditions, the development, the innovators, and the relevance of Black music.

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Scarecrow Press

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0810872870

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9780810872875

The Creative Artist's Legal Guide

By: Bill Seiter,Ellen Seiter

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The Creative Artist's Legal Guide

By: Bill Seiter,Ellen Seiter

In today's complex media environment, aspiring filmmakers and new media artists are as vulnerable as swimmers in shark-infested waters. This user-friendly guide supplies creative artists with the essential legal concepts needed to swim safely with lawyers, agents, executives, and other experts in intellectual property and business law How do I copyright my screenplay? How can I clear rights for my film project? What can I do to avoid legal trouble when I produce my mockumentary? How do I ascertain whether a vintage novel is in the public domain? Is the trademark I've invented for my production company available? What about copyright and trademark rights overseas? If I upload my film to YouTube, do I give up any rights? Bill Seiter and Ellen Seiter answer these questions and countless others while also demystifying the fundamental principles of intellectual property. Clear and thorough, this plain-spoken and practical guide is essential for anyone seeking to navigate the rapidly changing media environment of today.

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Yale University Press

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0300183542

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9780300183542

Apollo's Fire

Igniting America's Clean Energy Economy

By: Jay Inslee,Bracken Hendricks,Bill Clinton

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Apollo's Fire

Igniting America's Clean Energy Economy

By: Jay Inslee,Bracken Hendricks,Bill Clinton

In this book the authors make the case for renewable energy and renewable energy policy. Each chapter begins with an inspiring story by someone working in renewable energy or a related field.

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Island Press

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1597266493

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9781597266499

Hamilton: A People's History

By: Bill Freeman

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Hamilton: A People's History

By: Bill Freeman

Pioneers, soldiers, merchants, murderers, workers and bosses--all contributed to the colourful history of the tough, attractive city of Hamilton. Popular historian Bill Freeman tells the story of the city from the time of its earliest habitation through the War of 1812, on to its heyday as a major manufacturing centre. The key roles that the railway and Hamilton's spectacular geography played in the city's development are fully described, and the many forceful personalities who shaped Hamilton's history are brought to life. Bill Freeman's lively account superbly balances social, political, and labour themes to give the reader a deep understanding of the city's past. The product of extensive research, illustrated with over 200 contemporary and archival images, Hamilton: A People's History offers a vivid portrait of one of Ontario's most prosperous and appealing cities.

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James Lorimer & Company

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1550289365

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9781550289367

Chumps to Champs

How the Worst Teams in Yankees History Led to the '90s Dynasty

By: Bill Pennington

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Chumps to Champs

How the Worst Teams in Yankees History Led to the '90s Dynasty

By: Bill Pennington

The untold story of the time when the New York Yankees were a laughingstock--and how out of that abyss emerged the modern Yankees dynasty, one of the greatest in all of sports The New York Yankees have won 27 world championships and 40 American League pennants, both world records. They have 26 members in the Hall of Fame. Their pinstripe swag is a symbol of "making it" worn across the globe. Yet some 25 years ago, from 1989 to 1992, the Yankees were a pitiful team at the bottom of the standings, sitting on a 14-year World Series drought and a 35 percent drop in attendance. To make the statistics worse, their mercurial, bombastic owner was banned from baseball. But out of these ashes emerged a modern Yankees dynasty, a juggernaut built on the sly, a brilliant mix of personalities, talent, and ambition. In Chumps to Champs, Pennington reveals a grand tale of revival. Readers encounter larger than life characters like George Steinbrenner and unexplored figures like Buck Showalter, three-time manager of the year, Don Mattingly, and the crafty architect of it all--general manager, Gene Michael, who assembled the team's future stars--Rivera, Jeter, Williams, O'Neill, and Pettitte. Drawing on unique access, Pennington tells a wild and raucous tale.

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Mariner Books

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1328849856

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9781328849854

Damned Yankees

Chaos, Confusion, and Craziness in the Steinbrenner Era

By: Bill Madden,Moss Klein

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Damned Yankees

Chaos, Confusion, and Craziness in the Steinbrenner Era

By: Bill Madden,Moss Klein

A firsthand, behind-the-scenes account of the turmoil that pervaded the New York Yankee franchise in the late 1970s, this book discusses George Steinbrenner's purchase and continual rebuilding of the team--alongside a colorful cast of players and businessmen. Not merely a look at the time spent in Yankee Stadium, this chronicle also describes the team's public arguments, practical jokes, drunken excess, self-aggrandizing publicity efforts, and the ups and downs that accompanied the Yankees and George Steinbrenner through the 1970s and beyond.

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Triumph Books

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1617496480

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9781617496486

When Baseball Went to War

By: Todd Anton,Bill Nowlin

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When Baseball Went to War

By: Todd Anton,Bill Nowlin

Combined with never-before-published photographs and other special features, this account tells the compelling and unforgettable story of ballplayers such as Ted Williams, Dom DiMaggio, Jerry Coleman, Bob Feller, Lou Brissie, and Johnny Pesky who answered their nation's call to serve their country.

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Triumph Books

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1623687047

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9781623687045

The EC Archives: The Haunt of Fear Volume 2

By: Bill Gaines,Al Feldstein

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The EC Archives: The Haunt of Fear Volume 2

By: Bill Gaines,Al Feldstein

Don’t you want the Haunt?! Collecting issues #7–12 of the classic terrifying cult horror series, and features gorgeous new digital colors—using Marie Severin’s original palette as a guide, this volume includes unforgettable stories drawn by all-star comic artists Johnny Craig, Graham Ingles, Jack Davis, Jack Kamen, George Roussos, Ed Smalle, and Joe Orlando!

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Dark Horse Comics

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1506721133

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9781506721132

The Anatomist

A True Story of Gray's Anatomy

By: Bill B. Hayes

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The Anatomist

A True Story of Gray's Anatomy

By: Bill B. Hayes

The classic medical text known as Gray’s Anatomy is one of the most famous books ever written. Now, on the 150th anniversary of its publication, acclaimed science writer and master of narrative nonfiction Bill Hayes has written the fascinating, never-before-told true story of how this seminal volume came to be. A blend of history, science, culture, and Hayes’s own personal experiences, The Anatomist is this author’s most accomplished and affecting work to date. With passion and wit, Hayes explores the significance of Gray’s Anatomy and explains why it came to symbolize a turning point in medical history. But he does much, much more. Uncovering a treasure trove of forgotten letters and diaries, he illuminates the astonishing relationship between the fiercely gifted young anatomist Henry Gray and his younger collaborator H. V. Carter, whose exquisite anatomical illustrations are masterpieces of art and close observation. Tracing the triumphs and tragedies of these two extraordinary men, Hayes brings an equally extraordinary era–the mid-1800s–unforgettably to life. But the journey Hayes takes us on is not only outward but inward–through the blood and tissue and organs of the human body– for The Anatomist chronicles Hayes’s year as a student of classical gross anatomy, performing with his own hands the dissections and examinations detailed by Henry Gray 150 years ago. As Hayes’s acquaintance with death deepens, he finds his understanding and appreciation of life deepening in unexpected and profoundly moving ways. The Anatomist is more than just the story of a book. It is the story of the human body, a story whose beginning and end we all know and share but that, like all great stories, is infinitely rich in between.

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Ballantine Books

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0345504690

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9780345504692

Creepy Archives

By: Durañona,Bill Dubay

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Creepy Archives

By: Durañona,Bill Dubay

Presents reprinted issues of the horror comic magazine "Creepy.

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Dark Horse Comics

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1595827714

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9781595827715

British Military Long Arms in Colonial America

By: Bill Ahearn,Robert Nittolo

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British Military Long Arms in Colonial America

By: Bill Ahearn,Robert Nittolo

British Military Long Arms in Colonial America By: Bill Ahearn and Robert Nittolo In British Military Long Arms in Colonial America, Bill Ahearn and Robert Nittolo explore the story of the various long arms used during this point in history. Covering a vast time period, Ahearn and Nittolo first illustrate the long arms as tools to help create British rule in Colonial America and continue their explorations to the war that cost Britain their American empire. British Military Long Arms in Colonial America is an educational and informative guide that will provide an enlightening account to the curious readers and historians alike.

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Dorrance Publishing

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1480950998

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9781480950993

THE DEBITS ARE ON THE LEFT, THE CREDITS ARE BY THE WINDOW

By: Bill Thomas

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THE DEBITS ARE ON THE LEFT, THE CREDITS ARE BY THE WINDOW

By: Bill Thomas

This book is part 2 of my autobiography. Part 1 titled "A Wild Shot in the Dark" covers my life from birth through college and my entrance into the U.S. Air Force. My years in the Air Force are covered in another book titled "I smell Smoke". This book covers my professional career as an accountant starting with my discharge from the Air Force. This is the story of a naive country boy from Kentucky who spent his career in public accounting. This career spanned about 55 years - from 1957 to 2011. It offers some insights into what happened to an accountant climbing the ladder to the partner's ranks in a large firm in the accounting profession.

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Lulu.com

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0578131382

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9780578131382

How to Rob a Nice Old Lady

By: Bill Mooney

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How to Rob a Nice Old Lady

By: Bill Mooney

Steve Wheeler has just sealed a deal with four men, each with their own unique strengths and talents to contribute to the clandestine operation. With Steve’s guidance, Luke, Johnny, Mark, and Matt begin unfurling a plan that propels them down a dangerous path to rob a nice old lady. It has been three years since Steve first became enamored with the beautiful former actress, Kate, after rescuing her from a con artist’s crafty scam. In her previous life, she mistakenly fell in love with a man willing to do anything to fulfill his desire to become a Hollywood legend—including destroying their relationship and her career. Now in love with Steve, Kate is fully intertwined in his plan. As Steve and his comrades slowly inch their way through an underground tunnel toward the Montague Bank of Boston where a treasure awaits in the vault, now only time will tell if Kate can put on the best performance of her life in order to help them achieve their mission without being caught. In this exciting novel, a group of men launch a complicated operation with the potential to either make them very wealthy or send them to prison forever.

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iUniverse

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1663223351

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9781663223357

How To Save A Kingdom

By: Bill Allen

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How To Save A Kingdom

By: Bill Allen

Save a kingdom? Seriously? Twelve-year-old Greg Hart can barely save himself from the overgrown class bully, much less save a kingdom. And then only by running and hiding. But six months ago, Greg played a role in an unlikely prophecy foretold on the magical world of Myrth. Against all odds he managed to survive. Now a second prophecy has been revealed, one featuring the "Hero Who Slayed Ruuan," and Greg is once again pulled into Myrth. Only Greg and a small band of friends know Ruuan still lives and Greg is no hero. Soon hundreds of thousands of Canaraza warriors will gather outside Pendegrass Castle to settle a score with King Peter and his army. Greg will be there too. With three generals battling by his side, the "hero" is expected to fight with the strength of ten men and make a difference that will lead the king to victory. The task seems impossible, but Greg learned from his first trip to Myrth that everyone will expect him to succeed anyway. After all, prophecies are never wrong. Until they are. Bill Allen may be described as an unusual man who has accomplished an unusual many deeds. In fact, it has been said that if you total up all the things he claims to have done, he cannot possibly be less than seven hundred years old. No one knows if this is true. All that is certain is that for a good many years he has been living in Melbourne, Florida with his wife, Nancy, writing software by day and, well, mostly sleeping by night. Every now and again he writes stories, too. How To Save A Kingdom is Book Two in the Journals of Myrth series. To find out more about Book One: How To Slay A Dragon and the upcoming Book Three: How To Stop A Witch, visit Bill at www.BillAllenBooks.com

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BelleBooks

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1611941067

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9781611941067

KAPO KURTZ'S GOLD BOY

By: BILL STEWART

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KAPO KURTZ'S GOLD BOY

By: BILL STEWART

The story is about six million dollars in gold coins. The protagonist, Joe Wolfe, is a Jewish adolescent in Poland at the beginning of World War II. The story follows him through interment in Buchenwald Concentration Camp and the eventual reunion with his father, who has stolen the gold from the Nazis. They migrate to America, where Joe makes a new best friend in Jimmy Shea. Both men enlist to fight in the Korean War. They finally return home and purchase the marina from the widow of the marina owner. The story continues through building the marina during the Cold War while waiting for conditions in Europe to open the Iron Curtain and retrieve the gold. Joe also suffers from alcoholism in his early life.

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Trafford Publishing

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1466971010

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9781466971011

John Bright

Statesman, Orator, Agitator

By: Bill Cash

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John Bright

Statesman, Orator, Agitator

By: Bill Cash

John Bright was one of the greatest British statesmen of the nineteenth century. In a series of Punch cartoons in 1878, Bright featured alongside Disraeli and Gladstone as among the most influential politicians of the age. However, his profound contribution to British politics and society has been virtually forgotten in the modern world. Bright played a critical role in many of the most important political movements of the Victorian era, from the repeal of the Corn Laws to Home Rule. In his great campaign leading up to the Reform Act 1867, he fought for parliamentary reform on behalf of the working class and for the abolition of newspaper taxes. Internationally renowned as an orator, he was a dedicated opponent of slavery and champion of the North in the American Civil War. His testimonial for Abraham Lincoln's re-election was found in the President's pocket on his assassination. He was vigorously opposed to the Crimean War and campaigned against the oppression of the Irish tenantry and colonial subjects throughout the Empire. Fiercely independent, he eventually split from the Liberal Party over Home Rule, becoming a Liberal Unionist. In this new biography, the first for over 30 years, Bill Cash provides an incisive and engaging portrait of a man who influenced the politics of his generation more than virtually any other, with important implications for the present day.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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085772083X

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9780857720832

Bachelor Brothers' Bed & Breakfast

By: Bill Richardson

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Bachelor Brothers' Bed & Breakfast

By: Bill Richardson

Middle age twins, Hector and Virgil, operate a bed & breakfast establishment located in Canada. They inspire guests and people of the community with their intellectual humor and books.

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Macmillan

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0312171838

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9780312171834

Muleshoe and More

By: Bill Bradfield,Clare Bradfield

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Muleshoe and More

By: Bill Bradfield,Clare Bradfield

This book discloses the humorous and the sometimes controversial, if not curious, circumstances surrounding the naming of more than 700 Texas towns.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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0884158659

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9780884158653

The Fence

By: Bill Morales

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The Fence

By: Bill Morales

Whether one has served in the Southeast Asia conflict [Vietnam], observed it from afar, or read of those turbulent times, Bill Morales' historical treatment in his fictional account, titled The Fence, makes for exciting reading. He has blended personal knowledge and experience with commendable research, and has produced a good read for airmen and non-military alike." Hugh L. Cox III, Major General, USAF [Ret] Deputy Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Special Operations Command [1988-90] "The Fence is a hard-hitting and accurate account of the heroism of the brave airmen that flew the AC-130 Spectre Gunship during the Vietnam War. A must read selection for Special Operations enthusiasts." Hugh Hunter, Colonel, USAF [Ret] Commander 1st Special Operations "A strong, heartfelt novel, written with emotion and conviction; a novel of war and memory-a new voice, well worth hearing and certain to have a cross-over audience." Oscar Hijuelos-Pulitzer Prize Winning Author "From the melancholy of a one-night stand to the tension of a combat mission and the emptiness at the loss of a fellow warrior, The Fence captures true emotions of men and women trapped in the nightmare of war. Look elsewhere if it is superhero fiction you want because The Fence explores the feelings of real people. As one who was there, The Fence quickly transported me back to memories of joy and sadness I may never experience again." Stu Thompson, Colonel, USAF [Ret] Former AC-130 Pilot, Ubon, Thailand [1972-73] "Sensitive, filled with emotion. Morales forces us to remember the Vietnam enigma through Latino eyes. A war fought by so many, on both sides of The Fence " Piri Thomas-Author, Down These Mean Streets

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iUniverse

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0595178200

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9780595178209

Arnie, Seve, and a Fleck of Golf History

Heroes, Underdogs, Courses, and Championships

By: Bill Fields

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Arnie, Seve, and a Fleck of Golf History

Heroes, Underdogs, Courses, and Championships

By: Bill Fields

In a long, award-winning career writing about golf, Bill Fields has sought out the most interesting stories--not just those featuring big winners and losers, but the ones that get at the very character of the game. Collected here, his pieces offer an intriguing portrait of golf over the past century. The legends are here in vivid profiles of such familiar figures as Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Mickey Wright, and Tiger Woods. But so are lesser-known golfers like John Schlee, Billy Joe Patton, and Bert Yancey, whose tales are no less compelling. The book is filled with colorful moments and perceptive observations about golf greats ranging from the first American-born U.S. Open champion, Johnny McDermott, to Seve Ballesteros, the Spaniard who led Europe's resurgence in the game in the late twentieth century. Fields gives us golf writing at its finest, capturing the game's larger dramas and finer details, its personalities and its enduring appeal.

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U of Nebraska Press

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0803255276

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9780803255272

The Only Kid on the Carnival

An Extraordinary Childhood

By: Bill Jackson

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The Only Kid on the Carnival

An Extraordinary Childhood

By: Bill Jackson

During that wonderful golden age of local children's television, many talented people pooled their skills to enthrall and edify the impressionable, appreciative viewers. Yet with no disrespect intended toward any of the others, one person stood out in his ability to spin gold out of straw: Bill Jackson. Bill's legion of fans still cherish his amazing adventures with the memorable puppet characters that sprung from his fertile imagination on programs such as Cartoon Town, The BJ and Dirty Dragon Show, and Gigglesnort Hotel. These programs remain as fresh and entertaining today as they did when they were first broadcast, and belie their meager budgets and restrictive production schedules, thanks to Bill's artistic integrity and his coterie of hard-working crew members. Now, Bill steps out from behind his familiar TV persona to reveal a poignant personal journey filled with struggles, heartaches, and triumphs. The Only Kid on the Carnival chronicles the indomitable spirit of a young man who became one of television's most creative and gifted talents, and does so in a boldly engaging manner that touches the heart and the soul. As always, Bill Jackson does not disappoint his audience. Ted Okuda, "The Golden Age of Chicago Children's Television

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059551748X

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9780595517480

Of Stirlings and Stalags: an air-gunner’s tale

By: W.E. ‘Bill’ Goodman

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Of Stirlings and Stalags: an air-gunner’s tale

By: W.E. ‘Bill’ Goodman

When William 'Bill' Goodman died in 2002 little did his daughters know the extent of the memoirs he had been writing in the few years before his death. Bill's life, from joining the RAF in 1941 at the age of 18 to his demob in 1948, was fraught with adventure. He describes his service with 7 Squadron at Oakington; he then highlights the terrifying events of the night their Stirling was shot down over Holland, his subsequent incarceration at Stalag Luft 3, periods in other camps and, finally, the long debilitating march back home. All this with fascinating commentary, vivid description and the intimacy of his experience. The reader will meet his fellow airmen and POWs, the man who shot down their Stirling on that eventful night, the heroes of the Dutch resistance and, surprisingly, a kindly and caring guard in Stalag Luft 3! A fascinating first-hand account of a young man's wartime experience.

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Lulu.com

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1300705566

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9781300705567

Undefeated

America's Heroic Fight for Bataan and Corregidor

By: Bill Sloan

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Undefeated

America's Heroic Fight for Bataan and Corregidor

By: Bill Sloan

This epic story recounts the exceptional valor and endurance of American troops that battled Japanese forces in the Philippines during World War II. Bill Sloan, “a master of the combat narrative” (Dallas Morning News), tells the story of the outnumbered American soldiers and airmen who stood against invading Japanese forces in the Philippines at the beginning of World War II, and continued to resist through three harrowing years as POWs. For four months they fought toe to toe against overwhelming enemy numbers—and forced the Japanese to pay a heavy cost in blood. After the surrender came the infamous Bataan Death March, where up to eighteen thousand American and Filipino prisoners died as they marched sixty-five miles under the most hellish conditions imaginable. Interwoven throughout this gripping narrative are the harrowing personal experiences of dozens of American soldiers, airmen, and Marines, based on exclusive interviews with more than thirty survivors. Undefeated chronicles one of the great sagas of World War II—and celebrates a resounding triumph of the human spirit.

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Simon and Schuster

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1439199655

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9781439199657

From Nicaragua

By: Bill Cox

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From Nicaragua

By: Bill Cox

When I was just twenty-eight years old, I was diagnosed with cancer and given no hope. What I thought would be my end was just the beginning of a journey laden with miracles that took me far from my home in Tennessee. From Nicaragua: Principles for Life and Mission chronicles that journey. It is a story that begins with a love that God gave me for a place I had never been and for a people I did not know. With nothing more than that love, I purposed in my heart to go to Nicaragua to stand with its people in their struggle to make a better life for themselves. Following that commitment, God made provision for the planting of a ministry there that has changed tens of thousands of lives, including mine. For me, a special part of that divine provision proceeded from a miraculous reunion with my Central American family whose patriarch, Col. John Alexander Downing, traveled to Nicaragua in 1866 with a fellow Missourian who later became renowned as one of America's most famous literary icons. Embedded in this extraordinary story of God events are principles for your life and mission.

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WestBow Press

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149080482X

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9781490804828

African American Entertainers in Australia and New Zealand

A History, 1788-1941

By: Bill Egan

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African American Entertainers in Australia and New Zealand

A History, 1788-1941

By: Bill Egan

Eleven African Americans, including a musician, were among the First Fleet of colonial settlers to Australia. In the 150-plus following years, African Americans visiting the region included jubilee singers, vaudevillians, sports stars and general entertainers. This book provides the only comprehensive history of more than 350 African American entertainers in Australia and New Zealand between European settlement in Australia in 1788 and the entry of the United States into World War II in 1941. Famous names covered include boxer Jack Johnson, film star Nina Mae McKinney and jazz singer Eva Taylor. Background stories provide a multidimensional view of the entertainers' time in a place very far from home.

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McFarland

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1476677956

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9781476677958

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