An autobiography about an exacting relationship where upbringing, hope, addiction, and domestic violence all forthright a woman’s faith, stance, and belief for her family.

He’s my new coworker with a heart of gold and looks that could kill. And me? Well, I'm so perpetually single my grandma is setting me up on dates with guys from the grocery store.By thirty, you’re supposed to have a home, a dog, a boyfriend or at least a string of lovers in the past. Instead, I’m a twenty-eight-year-old virgin living with my parents to save money. My job managing an apartment complex is the one thing I’m proud of–and that’s not just because a compl...

A riveting, deeply researched, blood-on-the-spurs biography of Belle Starr, the most legendary female outlaw of the American West.On February 3, 1889, just two days shy of her forty-first birthday, Myra Maybelle Shirley—better known at that point by her outlaw sobriquet “Belle Starr”—was blown from her horse saddle and killed by a pair of shotgun blasts, delivered by an unseen assailant, only a few miles away from her home in the Indian Territory of present-day Oklahoma. Thus ended...

"Socialism and American Ideals" by William Starr Myers explores the intersection of socialist thought and American values. Myers delves into the historical context of socialism in the United States, examining how it has been perceived and integrated into the broader American political landscape. He argues that while socialism often faces resistance, it also resonates with core American ideals such as equality, justice, and community. Through a critical analysis, Myers highlights the comple...

A biographical work on Thomas Starr King has been presented here. His preaching that took him from Boston to San Francisco is discussed in detail. His work in turning the sympathy for the Unionists in California is also mentioned.

In "Starr King in California," William Day Simonds presents a vivid and meticulously researched portrait of the influential figure Thomas Starr King, whose dynamic role in 19th-century California played a pivotal part in the region's social and political landscape. Written in a clear and engaging narrative style, Simonds employs a blend of biographical storytelling and historical context, weaving together King's theological influence, his passionate advocacy for the Union during the Civil ...

Oral History: An Interdisciplinary Anthology is a collection of classic articles by some of the best known proponents of oral history, demonstrating the basics of oral history, while also acting as a guidebook for how to use it in research. Added to this new edition is insight into how oral history is practiced on an international scale, making this book an indispensable resource for scholars of history and social sciences, as well as those interested in oral history on the avocational lev...

This riveting narrative details the mysterious disappearance of Peter Starr, a San Francisco attorney from a prominent family, who set off to climb alone in the rugged Minaret region of the Sierra Nevada in July 1933. Rigorous and thorough searches by some of the best climbers in the history of the range failed to locate him despite a number of promising clues. When all hope seemed gone and the last search party had left the Minarets, mountaineering legend Norman Clyde refused to give up. ...

The Beatles shed some light and personal insights in these fantastic- previously unreleased- interviews from 1964-65, at the height of Beatlemania. Featuring John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison.

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic brought the world to its knees. When we weren’t sheltering in place, we were advised to wear masks, wash our hands, and practice social distancing. We watched in horror as medical personnel worked around the clock to care for the sick and dying. Businesses were shuttered, travel stopped, workers were furloughed, and markets dropped. And people continued to die.Amid all this uncertainty, writers and artists from around the world continued to create com...

Personal stories from entertainers, athletes, and other successful people on how they overcame setbacks—and advice on how you can, too.What makes the difference between the desire for success and real success? Learn from some of the world's most successful people—including Mark Cuban, Sylvester Stallone, Bill O'Reilly, Montel Williams, Stevie Nicks, Snoop Dogg, Gloria Gaynor, Randy Couture and others, in this unique collection of stories and advice.They may...

Legendary outlaw Belle Starr has been written about and portrayed in various media for well over one hundred years. Born Myra Maybelle Shirley in Missouri in 1848, Belle lived most of her life in Texas. She became notorious after living and hanging out with members of the James and Younger gangs.Belle was a crack shot who rode side saddle while engaging in horse thievery, cattle rustling, and holdups. In between these activities, Belle bore two children and was involved with (thoug...