Two survivors' accounts of the sinking of the Titanic. The information contained in Colonel Gracie's story is available from no other source. He provides details of the final moments, including names of passengers pulled from the ocean and of those men who, in a panic, jumped into lifeboats as they were being lowered. Walter Lord, author of A Night to Remember, calls Gracie "an indefatigable detective." John Thayer was, like Gracie, one of the last to leave the ship. His ...

In "John Marshall," James Bradley Thayer expertly navigates the life and legacy of one of America's foundational figures in law and governance. This biography is rich in detail, offering an intricate exploration of Marshall's tenure as Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1801 to 1835. Thayer employs a meticulous literary style that interweaves historical analysis with biographical narrative, emphasizing the social and political contexts that shaped Marshall's influential ...

In "John Marshall," James Bradley Thayer presents a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of one of America's foundational figures, the fourth Chief Justice of the United States. Thayer masterfully blends biographical narrative with critical analysis, employing a clear and engaging literary style that brings to life Marshall's pivotal role in establishing the authority of the Supreme Court. The book situates Marshall within the broader context of early American law and politics, examining ...

This file includes: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Franklin by John T. Morse, Benjamin Franklin by Paul Elmer More, and From Boyhood to Manhood: the Life of Benjamin Franklin by William M. Thayer. According to Wikipedia: "Benjamin Franklin (January 17, 1706 – April 17, 1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. A noted polymath, Franklin was a leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, postmaster, scientist, musician, inventor, satirist, civ...

John Williamson Nevin's life has never been given the full attention that it deserves. That may be due in part to the controversial nature of his thinking. Yet in many respects, his enormous contribution to American religious history is acknowledged by those who have read him. He stood out as the great advocate of evangelical catholicism, and his call for a thorough examination of the place of the church in nineteenth-century theology was revolutionary. It was Nevin who first saw the threa...

Stress can have a deleterious effect on people's mental, physical, and psychological health. There is a growing body of evidence, however, that suggests animals, both as pets and therapy partners, can help mitigate people's stress levels. This book showcases a rich collection of research papers from Human-Animal Interactions. It highlights research pertaining to pets as well as animal-assisted therapy in both school and professional settings. The book also includes a scene-setting introduc...

Han-centrism, a virulent form of Chinese nationalism, asserts that the Han Chinese are superior to other peoples and have a legitimate right to advance Chinese interests at the expense of other countries. Han nationalists have called for policies that will allow China to reclaim the prosperity stolen by foreign powers during the “Century of Humiliation.” The growth of Chinese capabilities and Han-centrism suggests that the United States, its allies, and other countries in Asia will face an...

The classic five-volume biography by John Marshall, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, plus the two-volume biography by Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, plus the one-volume biography by Thayer. According to Wikipedia: "George Washington (February 22, 1732 [O.S. February 11, 1731 – December 14, 1799) served as the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797 and as the commander of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War from 1775 to 1783. Because of his significant role...

The classic five-volume biography by John Marshall, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, plus the two-volume biography by Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, plus the one-volume biography by Thayer. According to Wikipedia: "George Washington (February 22, 1732 [O.S. February 11, 1731 December 14, 1799) served as the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797 and as the commander of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War from 1775 to 1783. Because of his significant role i...

Romance—the Western way! Harlequin Western Romance brings you a collection of four new heartwarming contemporary romances of everyday women finding love. Available now!This box set includes:A COLORADO FAMILYRocky Mountain Twinsby Patricia ThayerNurse Erin Carlton agrees to help champion bull rider Austin Brannigan return to the rodeo—but when Austin unexpectedly discovers he’s a father, Erin can’t help but fall for him and

This file includes: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Franklin by John T. Morse, Benjamin Franklin by Paul Elmer More, and From Boyhood to Manhood: the Life of Benjamin Franklin by William M. Thayer. According to Wikipedia: "Benjamin Franklin (January 17, 1706 April 17, 1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. A noted polymath, Franklin was a leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, postmaster, scientist, musician, inventor, satirist, civic...

“Teaching is about taking risks and crossing borders. It’s an unpredictable road trip with your family dog. You have responsibilities and worries, but the dog is always ready to go forward, to jubilantly explore and happily negotiate a way out of a gunfight.” John Thayer learned this the weird way after teaching in many schools throughout the country, and being open to learning from his experiences. Like the time in the ambulance on the first day of school one year, “That kid has probably ...