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George Washington Parke Custis

A Rarefied Life in America's First Family

By: Charles S. Clark

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George Washington Parke Custis

A Rarefied Life in America's First Family

By: Charles S. Clark

George Washington Parke Custis (1781-1857) was raised at Mount Vernon by George and Martha Washington. Young "Wash" appears in Savage's 1789 painting of the first presidential family, his small hand placed symbolically on a globe. He would later make his mark on the national landscape by building Arlington House on the Potomac. A poor student, he emerged as an agricultural reformer and sought-after Federalist orator. He championed the plights of Irish Americans and war veterans. An important memoirist, he wrote well-received theatrical works and produced paintings rich in historical detail. Inheriting much of the vast Custis fortune, he also became the enslaver of more than 200 people. The slow march toward their emancipation became the central struggle of his life, particularly after his daughter's 1831 marriage to Robert E. Lee. This first full-length biography of Custis offers a 21st century reappraisal of life that dramatically bridged the American Revolution and the Civil War.

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McFarland

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147664411X

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9781476644110

A New Look at Black Families

By: Charles V. Willie,Richard J. Reddick

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A New Look at Black Families

By: Charles V. Willie,Richard J. Reddick

Charles Willie and Richard Reddick's A New Look at Black Families has introduced thousands of students to the intricacies of the Black family in American society since its publication in 1976. Using a case study approach, Willie and Reddick show the varieties of the Black family experience and how those experiences vary by socioeconomic status. In addition to examining families of low-income, working, and middle classes, the authors also look to the family experiences of highly successful African Americans to try to identify the elements of the family environment leading to success. The authors puncture the myth of the Black matriarchy prevalent in the popular imagination; and they explore a variety of family configurations, including a family with same-gender parents. The sixth edition has been reorganized and updated throughout. The new Part III—Cases Against and for Black Men and Women—unites two chapters from previous editions into a cohesive discussion of stereotypes and misunderstandings from both scholars and the mass media. Also, a new chapter on the Obama family offers support for cross-gender and cross-racial mentoring, and it demonstrates the value of extended family relations.

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242

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Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

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0742570088

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9780742570085

The Boys of '76. A History of the Battles of the Revolution

By: Charles Carleton Coffin

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The Boys of '76. A History of the Battles of the Revolution

By: Charles Carleton Coffin

Reprint of the original, first published in 1876.

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402

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BoD – Books on Demand

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3385503809

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9783385503809

From Arlington to Appomattox

Robert E. Lee’s Civil War Day by Day, 1861–1865

By: Charles R. Knight

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From Arlington to Appomattox

Robert E. Lee’s Civil War Day by Day, 1861–1865

By: Charles R. Knight

“Brilliant . . . really gives one a sense of what it took to both lead and run an army in the Civil War. . . . Superb.” —Chris Kolakowski, author of The Virginia Campaigns: March–August 1862 In From Arlington to Appomattox, Charles Knight does for Robert E. Lee and students of the Civil War what E. B. Long’s Civil War Day by Day did for our understanding of the conflict as a whole. This is not another Lee biography, but it is every bit as valuable as one. We know Lee rode out to meet the survivors of Pickett’s Charge and accept blame for the defeat, that he tried to lead the Texas Brigade in a counterattack to save the day at the Wilderness, and took a tearful ride from Wilmer McLean’s house at Appomattox. But where was Lee and what was he doing when the spotlight of history failed to illuminate him? Focusing on what he was doing day by day offers an entirely different appreciation for Lee. Readers will come away with a fresh sense of his struggles, both personal and professional, and discover many things about Lee for the first time through his own correspondence and papers. From Arlington to Appomattox is a tremendous contribution to the literature of the Civil War. “Knight’s study will become the standard reference work on Lee’s daily wartime experiences.” —R. E. L. Krick, author of Staff Officers in Gray “A staggering work of scholarship.” —Jeffry D. Wert, author of A Glorious Army: Robert E. Lee’s Triumph, 1862–1863 "A pleasure to read.” —Michael C. Hardy, author of General Lee’s Immortals “Keeps the reader engaged.” —Journal of America's Military Past

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610

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Savas Beatie

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161121503X

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9781611215038

Almost a Spy

By: Charles Petty

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Almost a Spy

By: Charles Petty

The author introduces you to a myriad of characters, expatriate embassy personnel, Royals, spies, and party-goers. From mansions of the oil-rich to surprise haram (forbidden) gambling junkets with members of the Royal family to being charged in absentia and imprisoned and tortured for espionage, Chuck held on to tell us his story. You will be introduced to this flamboyant host and his hostess and their worldwide travels. They have journeyed through African Safaris and exploited the waters of the Nile, have been special guests of the King of Thailand, and held meetings with one of Chucks counterparts in Moscow. Cross over to the other side of his cover jobs as he exposes the intrigue of the Jeddah Conference where kings, princes, and ministers begged Kuwait to arbitrate with Saddam Hussein to save their country. Learn how Kuwaits ruling family not only spurned efforts to hold off invasion but failed to even make preparations to protect their population from impending death and destruction. For many years the Kuwaitis had been stealing Iraqi oil, and Saddam was there for payback. Purse strings and the toss of a coin decided which side the Americans would be on and where the line would be drawn in the sand. Follow Chuck on Ali Baba runs and night crawling, behind enemy lines and closed doors of Ministries, palaces, and mosque offices, while searching for monetary trails destined for terrorist links. During his on and off relationship with Kuwait, Chuck moved his efforts over to the Horn of Africa, to the stifling hot dusty streets of Mogadishu, Somalia, where the United Nations was trying to set up a legitimate government. With six to seven Marine Corp shooters for constant protection, he conducted business from the seaport and airport via the K-4 sniper alley to the United Nations compound on the grounds of the former American Embassy. In Somalia his daily duties included personal negotiations with the two opposing War Lords, Mohammed Farah Aideed and Moha

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645

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Author House

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1468523341

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9781468523348

The Law of Ship Mortgages

By: David Osborne,Graeme Bowtle,Charles Buss

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The Law of Ship Mortgages

By: David Osborne,Graeme Bowtle,Charles Buss

This book provides a full explanation and understanding of the English law of ship mortgages. Some of the key topics that this title covers include: • Beneficial ownership of ships and the registration system under the Merchant Shipping Act 1995 • Nature of ship mortgage and the different forms of mortgage and security interest that can be created • Rights and obligations undertaken by both the owner and the mortgagee • Methods by which a mortgagee can enforce his security • Problems that can arise in consequence of the insolvency of the owner

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446

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CRC Press

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1135115419

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9781135115418

Dinner at Mr. Jefferson's

Three Men, Five Great Wines, and the Evening That Changed America

By: Charles A. Cerami

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Dinner at Mr. Jefferson's

Three Men, Five Great Wines, and the Evening That Changed America

By: Charles A. Cerami

The Constitution was two years old and the United States was in serious danger. Bitter political rivalry between former allies and two surging issues that inflamed the nation led to grim talk of breaking up the union. Then a single great evening achieved compromises that led to America's great expansion. This book celebrates Thomas Jefferson and his two guests, Alexander Hamilton and James Madison, and the meal that saved the republic. In Dinner at Mr. Jefferson's, you'll discover the little-known story behind this pivotal evening in American history, complete with wine lists, recipes, and more.

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240

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Turner Publishing Company

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111813091X

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9781118130919

Virginia Legends & Lore

By: Charles A. Mills

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Virginia Legends & Lore

By: Charles A. Mills

For centuries, Virginians have told, retold and embellished wonderful stories of their history. Legends such as the "wild Spanish ponies" of Chincoteague, General Braddock's lost gold, the Mount Vernon Monster and the Richmond Vampire tug at the imagination. Revolutionary War heroes, Annandale's Bunny Man, the enslaved woman who became a Union spy in the White House of the Confederacy and many others left imprints on the Commonwealth of Virginia. Explore secret societies, hidden knowledge and the mysteries of the universe with author Chuck Mills.

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157

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Arcadia Publishing

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1439673357

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9781439673355

Never Trust a Local

Inside the Nixon White House

By: Charles Edward Stuart

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Never Trust a Local

Inside the Nixon White House

By: Charles Edward Stuart

An insider shares incidents and anecdotes that illuminate the inner workings of a presidential campaign and life in the White House, revealing touching moments and flashes of personality from the controversial Nixon years.

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Algora Publishing

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0875864007

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9780875864006

A History of Online Information Services, 1963-1976

By: Charles P. Bourne,Trudi Bellardo Hahn

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A History of Online Information Services, 1963-1976

By: Charles P. Bourne,Trudi Bellardo Hahn

A detailed chronology of the early, pre-Internet years of online information systems and services. Every field of history has a basic need for a detailed chronology of what happened: who did what when. In the absence of such a resource, fanciful accounts flourish. This book provides a rich narrative of the early development of online information retrieval systems and services, from 1963 to 1976—a period important to anyone who uses a search engine, online catalog, or large database. Drawing on personal experience, extensive research, and interviews with many of the key participants, the book describes the individuals, projects, and institutions of the period. It also corrects many common errors and misconceptions and provides milestones for many of the significant developments in online systems and technology.

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522

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MIT Press

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0262261758

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9780262261753

Congress A to Z

By: Charles McCutcheon,Chuck McCutcheon

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Congress A to Z

By: Charles McCutcheon,Chuck McCutcheon

Congress A to Z provides ready-reference insight into the national legislature, its organization, processes, major legislation, and history. No other volume so clearly and concisely explains every key aspect of the national legislature. The Seventh Edition of this classic, easy-to-use reference is updated with new entries covering the dramatic congressional events of recent years, including a demographically younger Congress, the urban-rural divide, and climate change. Each of the more than 250 entries, arranged in encyclopedic A-to-Z format, provides insight into the key questions readers have about the U.S. Congress and helps them make sense of the continued division between Republicans and Democrats, the methods members use to advance their agendas, the influence of lobby groups, the role of committees and strong-willed leaders, and much more. Key Features: Available in both electronic and print formats Quick answers to questions as well as in-depth background on the U.S. Congress Detailed tables and index Entries now include cross-references and lists of further readings to help readers continue the research journey

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961

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CQ Press

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1071846744

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9781071846742

The Presidency in a Separated System

By: Charles O. Jones

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The Presidency in a Separated System

By: Charles O. Jones

Popular interpretations of American government tend to center on the presidency. Successes and failures of government are often attributed to presidents themselves. But, though the White House stands as a powerful symbol of government, the United States has a separated system intentionally designed to distribute power, not to concentrate it. Charles O. Jones explains that focusing exclusively on the presidency can lead to a seriously distorted picture of how the national government works. The role of the president varies widely, depending on his resources, advantages, and strategic position. Public expectations often far exceed the president's personal, political, institutional, or constitutional capacities for achievement. Jones explores how presidents find their place in the permanent government and how they are "fitted in" by others, most notably those on Capitol Hill. This book shows how a separated system of government works under the circumstances created by the Constitution and encouraged by a two-party system. Jones examines the organizational challenges facing presidents, their public standing and what it means, presidential agendas and mandates, and lawmaking—how it works, where the president fits in, and how it varies from issue to issue. He compares the post-World War II presidents and identifies the strengths and weaknesses of each in working within the separated system. Jones proposes a view of government as a legitimate, even productive, form of decisionmaking and emphasizes the varying strategies available to presidents for governing. He concludes with a number of important lessons for presidents and advice on how to make the separated system work better.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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081579777X

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9780815797777

Book's by Charles A. Washington

George Washington Parke Custis

George Washington Parke Custis

A New Look at Black Families

A New Look at Black Families

The Boys of '76. A History of the Battles of the Revolution

The Boys of '76. A History of the Battles of the Revolution

From Arlington to Appomattox

From Arlington to Appomattox

Almost a Spy

Almost a Spy

The Law of Ship Mortgages

The Law of Ship Mortgages

Dinner at Mr. Jefferson's

Dinner at Mr. Jefferson's

Virginia Legends & Lore

Virginia Legends & Lore

Never Trust a Local

Never Trust a Local

A History of Online Information Services, 1963-1976

A History of Online Information Services, 1963-1976

Congress A to Z

Congress A to Z

The Presidency in a Separated System

The Presidency in a Separated System

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