Kitty Carter: The protagonist, Kitty, is characterized by her enthusiasm and commitment to supporting the war effort. Her experiences at the canteen shape her understanding of the war and the sacrifices made by soldiers.The Canteen: The canteen is the central setting of the story, providing a backdrop for the various interactions and events that occur. It serves as a microcosm of the larger war effort, highlighting the role of the home front in supporting the troops.Interactions with Soldi...

In "Nancy Dale, Army Nurse," Ruby Lorraine Radford crafts a compelling narrative that intertwines personal sacrifice, professional duty, and the lived experiences of women during wartime. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the novel captures the resilience and bravery of Nancy Dale, a young nurse navigating the trials of military service. Radford employs a vivid literary style, rich in detail and emotional depth, reflecting the era's profound social changes and the often-overlooked ...

In "Kitty Carter, Canteen Girl," Ruby Lorraine Radford crafts a poignant narrative set against the backdrop of World War II. Through the eyes of the eponymous heroine, the novel captures the tumultuous experiences of young women who served as canteen girls, offering a vivid portrayal of their resilience and compassion amidst chaos. Radford's prose is rich and evocative, blending historical detail with emotional depth, while her characterization of Kitty delves into themes of sacrifice, cam...

Those men wounded beneath their battle flags May or may not have a fighting chance. Nurses are needed, yet recruiting lags While every mile of ground our troops advance Is bought with blood and even lives expended; Though death to some has always been the price Of victory when any right’s defended, Nothing excuses useless sacrifice! Whether or not the men in foreign lands Have little nursing care to ease their pain— Or die ...

*The inspiration for the major motion picture Lawless*Based on the true story of Matt Bondurant’s grandfather and two granduncles, The Wettest County in the World is a gripping and gritty tale of bootlegging, brotherhood, and murder.The Bondurant Boys were a notorious gang of roughnecks and moonshiners who ran liquor through Franklin County, Virginia, during Prohibition and in the years after. Howard, the eldest brother, i...

Kitty's owners are home with a big surprise for Kitty. But what is it? Kitty, reeling in horror, thinks it's a . . . dog. The neighbor cats are convinced it's a cat. But we all know that it's really a BABY!With Nick Bruel's trademark mix of antic humor (this time involving a Kitty game show and the Kitty Olympics—which the baby wins hands down), riotous illustrations, total mayhem, and Uncle Murray Fun Facts, this may be the funniest Kitty book yet, and the one that hits closest to ...

It's Bad Kitty's birthday, and you're invited! Bad Kitty's second illustrated novel is packed with deadpan humor, rich tidbits of cat information -- and even some suspense! Who took Kitty's presents? Why are Kitty's friends so bizzare? Readers will laugh out loud at Kitty's feline mood swings, and they'll be touched by the heartwarming visit from a surprise guest.

The Confederacy needs arms. And greedy European merchants are demanding gold for their goods. Though gold may be scarce in Dixie, there's no shortage of courage. Belle Boyd, beautiful rebel spy, joins Dusty Fog in a daring plot to finance a shipment of rifles with stolen Yankee dollars. Together, Dusty and Belle trade gunfire with Union troops—and cross swords with the most treacherous collection of riffraff ever to fall below the Mason-Dixon Line...

Somebody had a smart idea to end the Civil War. Flood the Southern States with counterfeit money and destroy their already weakened economy. Unfortunately one of the first consignments of bad money fell into the hands of a man who understood its meaning. General Ole Devil Hardin knew the forging plant must be destroyed; but it was situated in New Orleans, far inside Union-controlled territory. Only an expert could reach the plant; one who knew the South and how to survive in enemy country ...

A gritty, gripping tale of brotherhood, greed, and murder, this “engrossing” (Entertainment Weekly) novel is now a major motion picture starring Jessica Chastain, Tom Hardy, Shia Labeouf, Gary Oldman, Guy Pearce, and Mia Wasikowska. With a foreword by director John Hillcoat.Based on the true story of Matt Bondurant’s grandfather and two granduncles, Lawless is a gripping tale of brotherhood, greed, and murder. The Bondurant Boys w...

Short stories about the twentieth-century South by the national bestselling author of Tobacco Road.Author of some of the most widely banned fiction of the twentieth century, Erskine Caldwell had a talent for striking a nerve. In this collection of nearly one hundred stories, the full depth and scope of his talent is on display, including his trademark biting satire as well as his skill at rendering deeply moving portraits of his native South.In a c...

From the "grand dame of mystery mixed with screwball comedy": The children of a widowed mystery writer play amateur sleuths and matchmakers (Ed Gorman, Ellery Queen Award–winning author).When your mom's a mystery writer, a talent for detection is only natural. So when the three children of prolific whodunit author Marion Carstairs become material witnesses in a neighborhood murder, they launch their own investigation. And why not? They know everything about bafflin...