John Wilson tells the shocking and untold story, backed by staggering evidence, of how he became collateral damage by overreaching federal prosecutors who weaponized our justice system to justify bringing Felicity Huffman and Lori Laughlin to trial in Boston in the infamous Operation Varsity Blues Case, and his ongoing battle against the federal government, Netflix and USC to restore his family's honor.This gripping narrative exposes dozens of extreme tactics that ...

John Wilson MBE was voted 'The Greatest Angler of All Time' by readers of Angling Times before his death in November 2018. His legacy and expertise live on through his numerous television programmes and publications including this compact book of tips for any angler. Packed full of hints and advice gathered from 60 years as the country's top angler, this essential guide is beautifully illustrated with photographs from John's personal collection and line drawings by illustrator Andy Steer. ...

In this bonus book in the Desert Legends Trilogy, Jim Doolen has his final encounter with the infamous Billy the Kid. Billy the Kid and many other figures from the wild west are featured in Written in Blood, Ghost Moon and Victorio's War of the Desert Legends Trilogy. Set in the harsh desert world of the Arizona Territory and northern Mexico, these stories are sure to thrill readers.

"…fast-paced and gripping" CCBC MagazineIt is 1913 and Edward Simpson is enthralled by his German uncle, Horst, who designs and builds simple—and extremely dangerous—planes in his barn. Fascinated by flight and dreaming of a life in the air, Edward helps his uncle whenever he can. In return, Horst teaches his nephew the rudiments of flight and, one magical day, lets him take his latest barn-built creation up for a spin. Edward is hooked, he will be a pilot and escape the d...

How 'Sex, drugs, and rock-n-roll' in ancient Athens entered Christianity. How Plato's mental bias wrecks our ecology and our mental health. In this remarkable and well researched book, Dr John Wilson, a down-to-earth psychiatrist, breaks new ground. He shows how classical Greek civilization, still the foundation of Western culture, splits our minds from our bodies. Splitting us also from physical health, from mental health, and from our natural environment. In this sixth 'Mass Extinction E...

First published in 1988. This book provides a lucid and exceptionally well-informed account at the controversial relationship between politics and leisure.The author combines historical and sociological material to show the ways in which ‘leisure’ has often been a fiercely disputed battleground. Free time and free space have always posed a threat to political authorities, while providing room for experimentation and expression for the citizenry. This has led to extensive attempts a...

WHAT IS A GREAT CEO? Great CEOs are able to achieve success in their personal, family, and business lives. They are able to create an inspiring vision for their company, and effectively communicate that vision across their organization. They know themselves, and understand the motives and competencies of those around them. They are accountable, and know how to foster an environment of accountability. They realize the value of building and keeping a great team. They understand the numbers a...

"This riveting look at the Civil War's horrifying Andersonville prison through the eyes of an 18-year-old inmate has the power to shock and to compel…a tension-filled story packed with appalling events that really happened...This engrossing novel leaves an enduring impression." (Kirkus Reviews)After the older brother he worshipped is killed in battle, Jake Clay joins the Union Army in the spring of 1864, determined to do his bit and honor his brother's death. His dreams of...

A dramatic Arctic adventure set during Sir John Franklin's doomed search for the Northwest PassageGeorge Chambers is a fourteen-year-old aboard the HMS Erebus, one of two ships under the command of Sir John Franklin on his quest to discover the Northwest Passage. But when the Erebus and Terror are trapped in crushing ice, 129 men of the crew die from cold, scurvy, and starvation.Only two remain alive when George begins to recount his story: him and Commander James Fitzjames. As his strengt...

By unknown means and for unknown proposes the planet Earth is ripped from its orbit around the sun and placed in a near perfect, synchronized orbit around a mysterious purple star. The Earth isn't alone; 16 other planets underwent the same ordeal. Dubbed the Papuru Star, the G4 sized ball of energy was viewed with fear and awe by the inhabitants of the kidnapped worlds. The leadership of the planets form an uneasy Coalition to understand what the star is and find a way to put the planets b...

Treatment of Cholera In the Royal Hospital, Haslar during the months of July and August, 1849, with remarks on the name and origin of the disease is a detailed medical account authored by A. M. McWilliam, M.D., chronicling the outbreak and management of cholera at the Royal Hospital, Haslar, during the summer of 1849. Drawing from firsthand observations and clinical records, Dr. McWilliam meticulously documents the symptoms, progression, and outcomes of cholera cases treated at the hospita...

"Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2" by John Wilson is a captivating collection that showcases the author's unique blend of literary prowess and vivid imagination. Wilson, writing under the pseudonym Christopher North, invites readers into a world filled with rich descriptions and engaging narratives. The volume features a variety of essays and reflections that explore nature, art, and the human experience, all infused with Wilson's characteristic wit and charm. His ability to weav...