Comprehensively captures the robust history of the state of Missouri, from the pre-Columbian period to the presentCombining a chronological overview with topical development, this book by a team of esteemed historians presents the rich and varied history of Missouri, a state that has played a pivotal role in the history of the nation.In a clear, engaging style that all students of Missouri history are certain to enjoy, the authors of Missouri: The Heart...

William Marvel’s The Confederate Resurgence of 1864 examines a dozen understudied Confederate and Union military operations carried out during the winter and spring of 1864 that, taken cumulatively, greatly revived white southerners’ hopes for independence. Among the pivotal moments during this period were the sinking of the USS Housatonic by the CSS Hunley; Nathan Bedford Forrest’s defeat of William Sooy Smith’s cavalry raid; and the Confederate army’s victory a...

Offering indispensable insight from experts in the field, Fundamentals of Natural Gas Processing, Third Edition provides an introduction to the gas industry and the processes required to convert wellhead gas into valuable natural gas and hydrocarbon liquids products including LNG. The authors compile information from the literature, meeting proceedings, short courses, and their own work experiences to give an accurate picture of where gas processing technology stands today...

The Land of the Divided: American Civil War Collection is a compelling anthology that intricately weaves the diverse literary styles and reflective narratives of the Civil War era. Through poignant short stories, essays, and narrative accounts, the collection captures the tumultuous landscape of a nation in conflict. From heart-wrenching battlefield scenes to intimate portrayals of homefront struggles, each piece conveys the enduring complexity and the profound human experience of the war....

The ultimate romantic reads to warm you up this winterFind all of your favourite authors and festive stories here!Including the titles:A Christmas RomanceAn Italian ChristmasMeet me under the MistletoeA Regency Christmas WeddingA Christmas AffairA Royal ChristmasChristmas ConfessionsOne Christmas MomentA Christmas ProposalOne Night…before ChristmasOne Christmas to ForeverHi...

This anthology presents a selection of the best espionage novels from renowned authors, each contributing a distinctive voice to a genre that explores the shadows of international intrigue and undercover operations: 'The Secret Agent' - Joseph Conrad's exploration of anarchism and espionage in London sets a grim tone for spy literature, echoing the political tensions of the time. 'The 39 Steps' by John Buchan - In this adventure espionage classic Richard Hannay is buttonholed by an America...

The 'American Civil War Collection' is a compelling anthology that explores the complexities, struggles, and ideologies of a nation divided. This collection weaves together an array of narratives, ranging from suspenseful tales of battlefield valor to poignant reflections on the human condition during one of America'Äôs most turbulent eras. Each piece within this anthology contributes to a mosaic that reveals the multifaceted experiences of the Civil War, showcasing a diversity of literary...

Providing comprehensive coverage on biofuel crop production and the technological, environmental and resource issues associated with a sustainable biofuel industry, this book is ideal for researchers and industry personnel. Beginning with an introduction to biofuels and the challenges they face, the book then includes detailed coverage on crops of current importance or with high future prospects, including sections on algae, sugar crops and grass, oil and forestry species. The chapters foc...

Kyle has been haunted by a secret that her dying mother kept and killed for. A secret she can no longer avoid. The current won’t allow it. The current is the energy of the universe, and as Kyle learns of her overbearing mother’s impending death, she feels the current pushing her to discover what's been troubling her soul and stealing her joy. As the current begins to whip, she can’t run, hide or hurt herself enough to derail what’s coming for her. And she knows that whatever is aims to dev...

This collection includes all the great novels and stories written after the turmoil, the trauma and the heroism experienced during the American Civil War: The Red Badge of Courage (Stephen Crane) The Little Regiment (Stephen Crane) The Veteran (Stephen Crane) An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge (Ambrose Bierce) A Horseman in the Sky (Ambrose Bierce) Chickamauga (Ambrose Bierce) The Private History of a Campaign That Failed (Mark Twain) A Curious Experience (Mark Twain) The Guns of Bull Run (...

The 'Tales of Civil War: 40 Books Collection' stands as an exemplar of multifaceted storytelling, combining a rich array of literary styles from historical narratives to personal memoirs and fictionalized accounts, woven together under the singular, sprawling theme of the American Civil War. This anthology captures the tumultuous period with vivid descriptions and varied perspectives, reflecting the spectrum of human experiences and emotions elicited by this watershed moment in American hi...

Lens of War grew out of an invitation to leading historians of the Civil War to select and reflect upon a single photograph. Each could choose any image and interpret it in personal and scholarly terms. The result is a remarkable set of essays by twenty-seven scholars whose numerous volumes on the Civil War have explored military, cultural, political, African American, women’s, and environmental history.The essays describe a wide array of photographs and present an eclecti...