Sometimes, it’s a job for a Dick.Sol the Wise Guy has stayed out of Hornytown for a hot minute. But when a sexy sheyd sweeps into his office saying she’s been framed for murder, well, sometimes a shmendrick’s gotta step up to the task.This silly, satirical, romp through the Devil’s corner of D.C. prompts the question of what we could might repair with a little old Chutzpah.“Wonderfully fun! Hornytown Chutzpah swaps out Virgil for a ...

Allopathy and Homoeopathy Before the Judgment of Common Sense! is a thought-provoking and critical examination of two prominent medical systems of the 19th century: allopathy, the conventional medical practice of the time, and homeopathy, the alternative system founded by Samuel Hahnemann. Written by Frederick Hiller, this book seeks to place both approaches under the scrutiny of rational analysis and everyday logic, inviting readers to consider the efficacy, principles, and outcomes of ea...

Fifty-two Sunday Dinners is a classic culinary guide authored by Elizabeth O. Hiller, designed to inspire home cooks with a full year’s worth of delicious, well-balanced Sunday dinner menus. First published in the early 20th century, this book offers a comprehensive collection of recipes and meal plans, each tailored for the special tradition of Sunday family gatherings. Hiller, a renowned culinary expert of her time, provides not only main courses but also appetizers, side dishes, dessert...

Left-over Foods and How to Use Them: With Suggestions Regarding the Preservation of Foods in the Home is a practical and resourceful guide authored by Isabel Gordon Curtis, first published in the early 20th century. This comprehensive book addresses the common household challenge of food waste by offering a wealth of creative and economical solutions for repurposing leftovers into appetizing and nutritious meals. Curtis draws on her extensive experience in home economics to provide readers...

A NATIONAL BESTSELLER**A humorous collection of autobiographical essays from comedian andEmmy Award–winning actor Jeff Hiller, who shares his journey from growing up “profoundly gay” in 1980s Texas to his experiences as an inept social worker and how he clawed, scraped, and brawled to Hollywood’s lower middle-tier.While struggling to find success as an actor and pay the bills, something accidentally happened to Jeff Hiller: he aged. And while it’s one thing...

Sometimes, it’s a job for a Dick.Sol the Wise Guy has stayed out of Hornytown for a hot minute. But when a sexy sheyd sweeps into his office saying she’s been framed for murder, well, sometimes a shmendrick’s gotta step up to the task.This silly, satirical, romp through the Devil’s corner of D.C. prompts the question of what we might repair, with a little Chutzpah."The plot is engaging, there are twists, yet everything holds up. The characters have a lot of emotiona...

Detective Cadillac Holland finds himself in the middle of a potential gang war; one which threatens to erupt on the streets of New Orleans as the city prepares for a municipal election, the New Orleans Saints to play in their first Super Bowl, and the first Mardi Gras parades are preparing to roll. His ability to investigate the situation is hampered by a Deputy Director of Homeland Security who has ordered him to drop his investigation but does not seem interested in putting a stop to it ...

A change of venue from south of I-10 to Missouri has no effect on Detective 'Cadillac' Holland's ability to ruffle feathers, break rules, and bring a disturbing surfeit of firepower into play to right a wrong...several, in fact.A phone call out of the blue from and old military school classmate - and a disconcerting visit from that classmate's sister - leads Detective Holland to inadvertently stumble upon yet another global issue: antiquities theft. In his usual fashion, he manages...

First elected to Newfoundland’s House of Assembly in 1882, Robert Bond served as a member of government and opposition—and notably as prime minister—in an era filled with challenges that still resonate today. During three turbulent decades, St. John’s burned down, the banks failed, and the drive for economic diversification caused difficult problems (and included railway building, the century’s favoured mega-project). As for external affairs—Bond struggled to negotiate reciprocity with the...

Each menu in the book is designed to provide a well-balanced meal, with dishes that range from traditional roasts and stews to more elaborate meals for special occasions. The recipes cover a wide range of proteins, including poultry, beef, and lamb, as well as accompanying vegetables, salads, and desserts. Hiller’s approach emphasizes the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients, and she offers detailed instructions to ensure that the meals are both flavorful and efficient to prepare, catering t...

**A NATIONAL BESTSELLERA humorous collection of autobiographical essays from comedian andEmmy Award–winning actor Jeff Hiller, who shares his journey from growing up “profoundly gay” in 1980s Texas to his experiences as an inept social worker and how he clawed, scraped, and brawled to Hollywood’s lower middle-tier.**While struggling to find success as an actor and pay the bills, something accidentally happened to Jeff Hiller: he aged. And while it’s one thing to get older a...

Stevie, Carole and Lisa are best friends and horse-crazy members of the Saddle Club. The three are looking forward to the Combined Training Event at Pine Hollow stables where all riders compete in dressage, cross-country and show-jumping. It’s a horse lover’s dream!When snooty Veronica blames her bad performance on her horse Garnet and storms out of the ring, Carole follows, fearing Veronica’s threat to give away her horse. But horse and rider have disappeared!Later, when Lis...