An in-depth memoir from famed newsman Dan Rather, who looks back over his storied and sometimes controversial career and reveals his personal thoughts and reflections. This memoir by Dan Rather is told in a straightforward and conversational voice, and covers all the important moments of his journalistic career, including a frank accounting of his dismissal from CBS, the Abu Ghraib story, the George W. Bush Air National Guard controversy, new insights on the JFK assassination, the origin of "Hurricane Dan" as well as inside stories about all the U.S. Presidents he covered and all the top personalities Dan has either interviewed or worked with over his distinguished career. The book will also include Dan's thoughts on the state of journalism today and what he sees for its future, as well as never-before-revealed personal observations and commentary.
Ranging from the Iraq conflict to poverty in China, tragedies like the Oklahoma City bombing to triumphs in courage, "Deadlines and Datelines" offers readers a unique chance to share the insights of one of America's premier newsmen.
At a time when we are once again talking and thinking about the meaning of America, bestselling author and award-winning journalist Dan Rather provides a powerful look at Americans who struggle to achieve their desires and ambitions. With the stories of ordinary men and women accomplishing the extraordinary, Rather demonstrates how the American dream brings us together and guides us, as it has for more than 200 years. For some, the American dream is simply to own a home or rise out of poverty. Some wish to serve God, country, or community. There are those who want to learn to read or run their own business. Still others simply wish to exercise fundamental American rights: to openly practice their religion and to speak what is in their minds and hearts. Stirring and provocative, The American Dream illustrates that the basic American desire for "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" is alive and well. It also confirms what our founding fathers always believed: that we are a country of visionaries, in ways big and small.
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “I find myself thinking deeply about what it means to love America, as I surely do.” —Dan Rather At a moment of crisis over our national identity, venerated journalist Dan Rather has emerged as a voice of reason and integrity, reflecting on—and writing passionately about—what it means to be an American. Now, with this collection of original essays, he reminds us of the principles upon which the United States was founded. Looking at the freedoms that define us, from the vote to the press; the values that have transformed us, from empathy to inclusion to service; the institutions that sustain us, such as public education; and the traits that helped form our young country, such as the audacity to take on daunting challenges in science and medicine, Rather brings to bear his decades of experience on the frontlines of the world’s biggest stories. As a living witness to historical change, he offers up an intimate view of history, tracing where we have been in order to help us chart a way forward and heal our bitter divisions. With a fundamental sense of hope, What Unites Us is the book to inspire conversation and listening, and to remind us all how we are, finally, one.
In this graphic novel adaptation of his bestselling collection of essays, legendary news anchor Dan Rather provides a voice of reason and explores what it means to be a true patriot. Brought to life in stunning color by artist Tim Foley, What Unites Us: The Graphic Novel takes apart the building blocks of this country, from the freedoms that define us, to the values that have transformed us, to the institutions that sustain us. Rather’s vast experience and his unique perspective as one of America's most renowned newscasters shed light on who we were and who we are today, allowing us to see a possible future, where we are one country; united.
Over a career spanning more than 50 years, veteran journalist Marvin Scott has seen it all. From international headlines to local heroes, the eleven-time Emmy Award–winner and member of the New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame has covered the news with objectivity and integrity, bringing journalistic excellence to every level of reporting. Scott has interviewed six presidents, visited the frontlines of war in the Middle East and Asia, and witnessed the rise of America’s space program—all in a day’s work. Now, in As I Saw It: A Reporter’s Intrepid Journey, Scott reflects on the stories that have stuck with him personally over the years, and the people who gave them life. Alongside marches with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and tense meetings with Yasser Arafat, Scott brings us Burt and Linda Pugach, the couple whose lifelong marriage was forged in deadly obsession; Abraham Zapruder, who shot history’s most infamous piece of film; Charlie Walsh, the everyman hero who gave the banks a run for their money; and Stephanie Collado, the eleven-year-old girl who needed a heart and touched his. From political scandals to hauntings at Amityville, local tragedies, triumphs and absurdities find their place alongside accounts of crime and redemption, war and celebrity on a national scale, all told with Scott’s signature passion and candor. As I Saw It pairs Scott’s unique storytelling and photography to give readers a new look at the singular experiences of a lifelong reporter, and the stories that shaped a generation.
Rather and the reporters of CBS News provide a unique historical record of military conflict from a riveting vantage point--alongside the brave soldiers on the frontlines of combat.
Would You Rather Be began as a simple game the author played with two of his grandchildren when they got together. Over time it became a fun thing to do with the grandchildren over the phone as well. It is a fanciful book that ends with a solid Christian message.
When Dan Acosta fell out of a tree and broke his back -- an accident that permanently paralyzed his arms and legs -- he responded in typical Acosta fashion: He gave Fate the finger. Then he vowed to go on living a full, passionate life . . . as a freelance travel writer, scuba diver, water skier and lover of many, many women. I'd Rather Be Dancing tells the first-person, unvarnished story of that incredible life. What's this book like? Think Dostoyevsky's Underground Man on steroids. Or Henry Miller's Tropic of Cancer . . . as related by a very inventive "quad" who became a world-class expert at pleasing women in the sack. The bottom line: For all its pain and aching physical detail, this book is a joyful shout from a man who loved life -- and a soaring victory for the human spirit! --Tom Nugent, author and national correspondent for People Magazine, the Washington Post and Chicago Tribune
Wall Street Journal Bestseller New York Times bestselling author Dan Heath explores how to prevent problems before they happen, drawing on insights from hundreds of interviews with unconventional problem solvers. So often in life, we get stuck in a cycle of response. We put out fires. We deal with emergencies. We stay downstream, handling one problem after another, but we never make our way upstream to fix the systems that caused the problems. Cops chase robbers, doctors treat patients with chronic illnesses, and call-center reps address customer complaints. But many crimes, chronic illnesses, and customer complaints are preventable. So why do our efforts skew so heavily toward reaction rather than prevention? Upstream probes the psychological forces that push us downstream—including “problem blindness,” which can leave us oblivious to serious problems in our midst. And Heath introduces us to the thinkers who have overcome these obstacles and scored massive victories by switching to an upstream mindset. One online travel website prevented twenty million customer service calls every year by making some simple tweaks to its booking system. A major urban school district cut its dropout rate in half after it figured out that it could predict which students would drop out—as early as the ninth grade. A European nation almost eliminated teenage alcohol and drug abuse by deliberately changing the nation’s culture. And one EMS system accelerated the emergency-response time of its ambulances by using data to predict where 911 calls would emerge—and forward-deploying its ambulances to stand by in those areas. Upstream delivers practical solutions for preventing problems rather than reacting to them. How many problems in our lives and in society are we tolerating simply because we’ve forgotten that we can fix them?
Looking for a fun-filled activity book for kids and adults? This awesome book, packed with hilarious and intriguing "would you rather" questions, is a perfect solution for family game nights, kids parties, long car rides, and every other occasion when you need a fun and engaging game to play! Whether you're on the long road trip, in a classroom, at home with your family, or even trying to make awkward small talk with your next door neighbor, there's no better way to pass the time than by playing the game of "Would You Rather..." "Would You Rather..." is a fun and thought-provoking conversation game where you and other players have to choose between two equally ridiculous and outrageous situations that you would never be faced with, in real life(hopefully). It offers hours of laughter and hilarity, and it is a great way to get a conversation started in a fun and interesting way. It is also easy to get into some amazing conversations by just asking "why" after a would you rather question. In "Would You Rather?: The Book Of Silly, Challenging, and Downright Hilarious Questions Vol.2" you will: Find an awesome collection of challenging, silly, and outrageously funny scenarios for kids and adults. Enjoy clean and family-friendly humor(no questionable questions!) Have the perfect icebreaker that will make boring parties and awkward silences a thing of the past. Have a cute book that makes a perfect gift for anyone equipped with a sense of humor. Nobody wins and nobody loses, but everybody has a great time! ORDER NOW!
The Invisible Government discusses The Council on Foreign Relations founded by Edward Mandel House and others who wanted to bring Socialism as defined by Marx into this country. Written in 1962 Smoot begins by saying, "Communists in government during World War II formulated major policies which the Truman administration followed; but when the known communists were gone, the policies continued, under Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson. The unseen _they_ who took control of government during World War II still control it. Their tentacles of power are wrapped around levers of political control in Washington; reach into schools, big unions, colleges, churches, civic organizations; dominate communications; have a grip on the prestige and money of big corporations." Dan Smoot believes the CFR is anti-American, pro-socialists, and works with organizations and individuals hostile to our form of government. He lists current members of the CFR as Dan Rather, Tom Browkaw, Charlene Hunter Gault, and many others
Biblical Parenting, A Christian Psychiatrist's View" is a guide to the Bible's wealth of instructions showing how parents can effectively rear children. God's Biblical instructions are consistent with much of modern child psychiatric thought. Although this book reflects Christian views, it should also be useful for non-Christian parents. Many child rearing instructions are found in the Old Testament, common to both the Jewish and Christian religions. The directions for child rearing given in the Bible, used by parents for thousands of years are sound, regardless of one's religious beliefs. The biblical account of the life of Jesus Christ, contained in the New Testament, is the most famous biography ever written. Throughout the Bible, God tells parents to make their own lives comply with His Word, as they teach their children. However, God's instructions for parents are not grouped together conveniently in a particular book or chapter. This book is a guide to help parents locate and confirm the child rearing instructions found in the Bible.
Affluent Western culture is sinking into an immoral quagmire. Biblically guided parents are the hope for rescue. "Biblical Parenting, Chinese Christian Edition", offers a graphic picture of the luxury and peril of parenting in America. The book provides an anchor for Chinese converts who are at risk of using current self-indulgent, permissive child rearing ways of American parents as their model. It provides modern guidance, tempered by Biblical truth, from a respected child psychiatrist. The formula produces respectful, happy children who will grow into successful, moral adults.
An in-depth memoir from famed newsman Dan Rather, who looks back over his storied and sometimes controversial career and reveals his personal thoughts and reflections. This memoir by Dan Rather is told in a straightforward and conversational voice, and covers all the important moments of his journalistic career, including a frank accounting of his dismissal from CBS, the Abu Ghraib story, the George W. Bush Air National Guard controversy, new insights on the JFK assassination, the origin of "Hurricane Dan" as well as inside stories about all the U.S. Presidents he covered and all the top personalities Dan has either interviewed or worked with over his distinguished career. The book will also include Dan's thoughts on the state of journalism today and what he sees for its future, as well as never-before-revealed personal observations and commentary.
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