Born in 1836, Edward "Ned" Wright led a life of vice and crime. His days were filled with drinking, smoking, wife-beating, and stealing-even stealing from the dead. It seemed impossible that he could ever reform. But then one night something happened. Out of curiosity, Ned and his wife went into a fancy theater for an "all seats free" program. There they were unexpectedly and powerfully affected by a Gospel presentation during which Ned was carried away into a waking vision of "the most aw...

This lively book recounts the story of the antagonism between the American colonists and the British armed forces prior to the Revolution. Douglas Leach reveals certain Anglo-American attitudes and stereotypes that evolved before 1763 and became an important factor leading to the outbreak of the Revolutionary War.Using research from both England and the United States, Leach provides a comprehensive study of this complex historical relationship. British professional armed forces fir...

Fake news. Media bashing. Vanishing readers. 1st amendment under attack.That is the state of affairs of newspapers today, but this is one way to push back.Readers have no idea what goes into bringing forth a daily or weekly newspapers. They would be amazed at what happens inside the newspaper offices from edition to edition. Factory assembly lines bring many various pieces together at a precise location and at a precise point in time. That is exactly what newspapers do, but there i...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Discover the captivating potential of storytelling with the Unleashing Storytelling Masterclass. This expertly-crafted guide is designed to help you hone your narrative skills and create compelling tales that have the power to drive sales. Dive deep into proven techniques and learn how to craft stories that capture your audience's attention, spark their imagination, and ultimately persuade them to take action. Whether you're a seasoned ...

Full-cast dramatisations of three of Noel Streatfeild's classic children's booksRising to fame with her 1936 novel Ballet Shoes, Noel Streatfeild soon became one of the most popular authors of her day. She was one of the first winners of the Carnegie Medal and was awarded an OBE in 1983. She died in 1986, but her stories continue to captivate children today. Included here are three of her very best - Ballet Shoes, The Growing Summer and When t...