Jackie Robinson, Branch Rickey, and the hidden hand of God that changed historyJournalist and baseball lover Ed Henry reveals for the first time the backstory of faith that guided Jackie Robinson into not only the baseball record books but the annals of civil rights advancement as well. Through recently discovered sermons, interviews with Robinson's family and friends, and even an unpublished book by the player himself, Henry details a side of Jackie's humanity tha...

A bundle of ballads is a curated collection that brings together traditional English and Scottish ballads, capturing the richness of oral storytelling and the enduring power of folklore. The anthology highlights narratives that explore love, heroism, loyalty, and tragedy, revealing the cultural values and moral lessons embedded in these stories. By tracing the origins of the ballads to early storytelling traditions, the work emphasizes the continuity of folk narratives and their influence ...

"Ideal Commonwealths" by Henry Morley is a thought-provoking exploration of utopian visions, societal structures, governance models, and ethical frameworks. Through an in-depth analysis of utopian literature, Morley delves into the philosophical inquiries and speculative fiction that have shaped our understanding of ideal societies throughout history. From Thomas More's groundbreaking work "Utopia" to Plato's Republic, Morley meticulously examines the intellectual rigor and scholarly analy...

Quaint Courtships by Henry Mills Alden and William Dean Howells is a novel that delves into the themes of romance and social dynamics through a humorous and satirical lens. Set against the backdrop of a society with strict courtship norms, the novel explores the intricacies of romantic relationships and the conventions surrounding them. The story revolves around various couples navigating the complexities of courtship, each facing unique challenges and societal expectations. The authors sk...

This book is a systemic examination of prophecies and instructions to Ethiopia by God. They show how God used Ethiopia to ensure the continuation of the chosen people, supporting the kingdom of heaven. There are many prophecies and signs specifically referenced to Ethiopia and the Ethiopian people. In many verses, Ethiopia is specifically addressed to come to the aid and/or support prophets spreading Christianity. It would be hard to overstate the impact of Ethiopia on the advancement of C...

Jackie Robinson, Branch Rickey, and the hidden hand of God that changed historyJournalist and baseball lover Ed Henry reveals for the first time the backstory of faith that guided Jackie Robinson into not only the baseball record books but the annals of civil rights advancement as well. Through recently discovered sermons, interviews with Robinson’s family and friends, and even an unpublished book by the player himself, Henry details a side of Jackie’s humanity tha...

The powerful and riveting new book in the multimillion-selling Killing series by Bill O'Reilly and Martin DugardAutumn 1944. World War II is nearly over in Europe but is escalating in the Pacific, where American soldiers face an opponent who will go to any length to avoid defeat. The Japanese army follows the samurai code of Bushido, stipulating that surrender is a form of dishonor. Killing the Rising Sun takes readers to the bloody tropical-islan...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of the runaway phenomenon Unbroken comes a universal underdog story about the horse who came out of nowhere to become a legend.“Fascinating . . . Vivid . . . A first-rate piece of storytelling, leaving us not only with a vivid portrait of a horse but a fascinating slice of American history as well.”—The New York TimesA KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST NONFICTION B...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An “irresistible” (The Washington Post) true story of love, murder, and the last moments of the “great hush” before wireless radio connected the world, from the renowned author of The Devil in the White City and The Demon of Unrest“Gripping . . . an edge-of-the-seat read.”—PeopleIn Thunderstruck, Erik Larson tells the interwoven stories of two men—Hawley Cripp...

“Football is force and fanatics, basketball is beauty and bounce. Baseball is everything: action, grace, the seasons of our lives. George Vecsey’s book proves it, without wasting a word.”—Lee Eisenberg, author of The NumberIn Baseball, one of the great bards of America’s Grand Old Game gives a rousing account of the sport, from its pre-Republic roots to the present day. George Vecsey casts a fresh eye on the game, illuminates its foibles a...

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display.

In this groundbreaking work that sets apart fact and legend, authors Finkelstein and Silberman use significant archeological discoveries to provide historical information about biblical Israel and its neighbors, reshaping our understanding of Jewish and Biblical history.In this iconoclastic and provocative work, leading scholars Israel Finkelstein and Neil Asher Silberman draw on recent archaeological research to present a dramatically revised portrait of ancient I...