Award-winning author Bryan Prince portrays the experiences of slaves and former slaves in these compelling histories of the Underground Railroad and American Civil War. This special two-book collection includes:My Brother’s Keeper: African Canadians and the American Civil WarThe stirring story of African Canadians who had fled slavery and oppression in the United States but returned to enlist in the Union forces in the American Civil War.One More River t...

The story of African Canadians who fled slavery in the United States but returned to enlist in the Union forces during the American Civil War.On New Year’s Eve in 1862, blacks from across British North America joined in spirit with their American fellows in silent vigils to await the enactment of President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. The terms declared that slaves who were held in the districts that were in rebellion would be free and that blacks would now be allowed to en...

The extraordinary story of one couple’s determination to free themselves and their children from slavery and make a new life in CanadaPrior to abolition in 1865, as many as 40,000 men, women, and children made the perilous trip north from enslavement in the United States to freedom in Canada. Many were aided by networks that came to be known as the Underground Railroad. And the stories that emerge from the past about these journeys are truly remarkable.In A Shadow o...

In the early to mid-nineteenth century, Isaac Brown, a slave, was accused of the attempted murder of a prominent plantation owner, despite there being no evidence of his guilt. Brown, after enduring two brutal floggings, was shipped to a New Orleans slave pen. From there the resourceful Brown was able to make a daring escape to Philadelphia in the free state of Pennsylvania. His biggest error was writing a note informing his free wife and eleven children in Maryland of his whereabouts. The...

Policy analysis in Canada brings together original contributions from many of the field’s leading scholars. Contributors chronicle the evolution of policy analysis in Canada over the past 50 years and reflect on its application in both governmental and non-governmental settings.As part of the International Library of Policy Analysis series, the book enables cross-national comparison of public policy analysis concepts and practice within national and sub-national governments, media,...

So what was Cinderella's prince really like? Was Red Riding Hood rescued by a woodsman, or not? Was Jack's beanstalk genetically modified? Why were Hansel and Gretel so motivated to wander into the dark woods? And who styled Rapunzel's hair? These updated versions of popular folk and fairy tales answer all these burning questions and more, all the while giving the parents – frequently compelled to read stories to their children over and over – some amusement as well.

In the last few years, the tabloid press has branded Prince Harry “Wild Child,” “Hooray Henry” and “Randy Harry.” His love of partying and his conquests of beautiful women have made world headlines. While partying has its place in the life of a young man, Harry nevertheless realized that his frivolous lifestyle was distracting him from his true achievements and desires. So in 2011 he shifted gears and began to focus on his charity work, as well as on starting a family with his wife, Meghan...

Learn to harness the power of social media to increase your sales! This multi-session audio program is designed to prepare sales professionals for the move to the next level of success in this evolving profession.Rapid technological changes in the workplace have created new demands for sales professionals. Now that the world is flat from a sales territory viewpoint, cross cultural negotiation abilities have created the need for a new skill set in the world of selling. The Sales...

Jackie Robinson became the first black Major League baseball player of the modern era when he stepped onto the field as a Brooklyn Dodger in 1947. In simple, engaging language, this audiobook follows Jackie from childhood through his career as an MVP-award winning baseball player and a hero of the civil rights movement. This book is perfect for Black History Month and the start of spring training!

In the silence of a mysterious forest, in the shade of an old oak tree, a magic story on friendship and wisdom is about to blossom. „The Story of the Strand of Grass” follows the journey of a curious little strand of grass growing at the base of a sage oak.This charming story is taking readers on a journey of spiritual learning, trials, and wisdom, emphasizing the importance of friendship, connecting with nature and discovery of the world of the inner self. Along with his wise frie...

The smuggling ring is a big case…‪…that got his partner killed.‪How will Simon go on without her?‪In 2029 Kansas City, Master Detective John Simon is a tough cop with a disdain for technology. His new movie quoting partner doesn’t make him happy. How can you trust a robot?‪And what’s with the name…‪…Lucas George?‪Simon and Lucas don’t have time for squabbles. Something isn’t right about this case. There’s more to it than smuggling, but they d...