AND ALL THAT JAZZCombat veteran, surgeon, and musician, Tony Marco has everything except a soulmate to share his life. When he's bewitched by the piano formerly owned by Athena Cruz, an extraordinary jazz musician from the 1920s, he finds himself transported back to her world.Athena is a stunning, talented woman who's in mortal danger. Falling hard for her, Tony sets out to free her from the possessive and evil jazz club owner who covets her. He'll stop at nothing to destro...

To make a friend is a joy. To make a friend in another country is a wonderment—a small miracle. Pardon My French follows an American author who has embraced a daunting mission: not to be a spectator in France but an enthusiastic participant—fully engaged, fully alive.In France, Johnson is like an alien from another planet. Everything is strange to him. His goal is to speak French without going to prison, drive without being squashed like a bug, dance the tango without losi...

Jefferson and his Colleagues, by Allen Johnson.

Oorah! The Adventures of a Brave Girl is the story of an American ten-year-old tomboy. Although her name is Samantha, she prefers to be called Sam in honor of her father’s first name. Her greatest desire is to become as brave as her dad, a United States Marine who died in battle during the Vietnam War. Although Sam’s mother, Priscilla, is also American, she was born and raised in Surrey, England. Priscilla decides to send Sam to England for the summer where the youngster will be greeted by...

The rumble of President John Adams's coach had hardly died away in the distance on the morning of March 4, 1801, when Mr. Thomas Jefferson entered the breakfast room of Conrad's boarding house on Capitol Hill, where he had been living in bachelor's quarters during his Vice-Presidency. He took his usual seat at the lower end of the table among the other boarders, declining with a smile to accept the chair of the impulsive Mrs. Brown, who felt, in spite of her democratic principles, that on thi...

Oorah! The Adventures of a Brave Girl is the story of an American ten-year-old tomboy. Although her name is Samantha, she prefers to be called Sam in honor of her father’s first name. Her greatest desire is to become as brave as her dad, a United States Marine who died in battle during the Vietnam War. Although Sam’s mother, Priscilla, is also American, she was born and raised in Surrey, England. Priscilla decides to send Sam to England for the summer where the youngster will be greeted by...

"Union and Democracy" by Allen Johnson explores the intricate relationship between the concepts of union and democracy in the context of American history. Johnson delves into the evolution of these ideas, examining how they have shaped the nation’s political landscape. He argues that the struggle for a more perfect union has often been intertwined with the expansion of democratic principles. Through a detailed analysis of key historical events and figures, the book highlights the ongoing t...

In "Jefferson and His Colleagues: A Chronicle of the Virginia Dynasty," Allen Johnson provides a comprehensive examination of the influential figures who defined the early American Republic through their political and philosophical endeavors. Johnson's literary style is characterized by meticulous research and a narrative flow that blends biography with historical analysis, illustrating the complex interrelations among leaders such as Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe. Set ...

In the annals of American history, few figures loom larger than Thomas Jefferson. As the third President of the United States, Jefferson's legacy extends far beyond his political achievements. He was a brilliant writer, a visionary architect, and a passionate advocate for individual liberty. In "The Chronicles of America Volume 15 - Jefferson and his Colleagues," historian Allen Johnson paints a vivid portrait of Jefferson and the remarkable group of men who shaped the early years of the A...

Thomas Jefferson's presidency marked a transformative era in American history, shaped by bold political decisions and dynamic leadership. Jefferson and His Colleagues explores the challenges and triumphs of his administration, from the Louisiana Purchase to conflicts with Britain and France. This insightful volume examines Jefferson's vision for the young republic, his diplomatic strategies, and the influential figures who shaped his presidency, including James Madison and Albert Gallatin....

According to Wikipedia: "Thomas Jefferson (April 13, 1743 July 4, 1826)[1] was the third President of the United States (18011809), the principal author of the Declaration of Independence (1776), and one of the most influential Founding Fathers for his promotion of the ideals of republicanism in the United States. Major events during his presidency include the Louisiana Purchase (1803) and the Lewis and Clark Expedition (18041806). As a political philosopher, Jefferson was a man of the Enl...

It was characteristic of the people of the United States that once assured of their political independence they should face their economic future with buoyant expectations. As colonizers of a new world they were confident in their own strength. When once the shackles of the British mercantile system were shaken off, they did not doubt their ability to compete for the markets of the world. Even Washington, who had fewer illusions than most of his contemporaries, told his fellow citizens of ...