In the late 1870s, Jefferson County, Alabama, and the town of Elyton (near the future Birmingham) became the focus of a remarkable industrial and mining revolution. Together with the surrounding counties, the area was penetrated by railroads. Surprisingly large deposits of bituminous coal, limestone, and iron ore—the exact ingredients for the manufacture of iron and, later, steel—began to be exploited. Now, with transportation, modern extractive techniques, and capital, the region’s geolog...

The gripping story of the 1894 Alabama coal miners strikeThe Alabama coal miners’ strike of 1894 to gain improved working conditions and to protect themselves from wage reductions. The authors recount the depression of the early 1890s, which set the stage for the strike, and the subsequent use of convict labor, which became a catalyst. The gripping story of the strike includes the dramatic decision to strike and corporate attempts to break the strike by th...

A definitive bicentennial history of Alabama and its place in the American South.Alabama: The History of a Deep South State, Bicentennial Edition is a comprehensive narrative account of the state from its earliest days to the present. This edition, updated to celebrate the state’s bicentennial year, offers a detailed survey of the colorful, dramatic, and often controversial turns in Alabama’s evolution. Organized chronologically and divided into t...

Alabama: The History of a Deep South State, Bicentennial Edition is a comprehensive narrative account of the state from its earliest days to the present. This edition, updated to celebrate the state's bicentennial year, offers a detailed survey of the colorful, dramatic, and often controversial turns in Alabama's evolution.Once the home of aboriginal inhabitants, Alabama was claimed and occupied by a number of European nations prior to becoming a permanent part of the Unit...

The Greatest Classics of All Time offers an unparalleled journey through the epochs of literary achievement, showcasing a rich tapestry of themes and genres from the pens of the world's most revered authors. From the existential musings of Dostoyevsky to the innovative adventures of Verne, the anthology transcends temporal and cultural boundaries. Woven within its pages are tales of human folly, triumph, and the intricate dance between fate and free will. The stylistic diversity is as expa...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERUSA TODAY BESTSELLERLOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLERTHE WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLEREine Anthologie mit 34 brandneuen Kurzgeschichten basierend auf Stephen Kings Meisterwerk, dem Nr. 1 New-York-Times-Bestseller THE STAND!Seit seiner Erstveröffentlichung im Jahr 1978 gilt THE STAND als Stephen Ki...

Professional killers for hire. Do you need evil done, or justice? Did you hire one, or turn yourself into one when nobody was looking?What lurks in the darkness?

For readers: a collection of exciting, powerful science fiction and fantasy stories. For writers: a reminder that rejection isn't the end and to never give up on stories you believe in.A man who lost his son finds family again piloting a lab-grown dolphin and helping it navigate loss while, hopefully, preventing more; an Irish goddess must contend with the magic of a saint to save her people; and a bullied boy finds common cause with the ghosts of dead horses in th...

The Bucket List Edition: The Greatest Classics in One Volume offers an unparalleled journey through the annals of literature, showcasing the brilliance and variety of storytelling across time and cultures. This anthology features an exceptional array of styles and narrative voices, from the philosophical dialogues of Plato and the poetic maximalism of Whitman to the evocative gothic tones of Poe and Shelley. Each selection stands as a testament to the enduring power of the written word, wi...

Conflict across the cosmos. New frontiers discovered. What it means to be human reimagined.Dreams of tomorrow become reality in this third collection of bestselling authors and newly emerging writers from Sci-Fi Bridge. From the inner worlds of unforgettable characters to alien planets at the farthest reaches of our galaxy and beyond, our writers examine the human experience from within and without. They hold up a mirror to the human experience. Who are we as a species? Who do we w...

Virtue theory, natural law, deontology, utilitarianism, existentialism: these are the basic moral theories taught in “Ethics,” “History of Philosophy,” and “Introduction to Philosophy” courses throughout the United States. When the American philosopher William James (1842 – 1910) find his way into these conversations, there is uncertainty about where his thinking fits. While utilitarianism has become the default position for teaching James’s pragmatism and radical empiricism, this default ...

The Everlasting Masterpieces of World Literature in One Edition is an unparalleled anthology that encapsulates the rich tapestry of global literary tradition. Spanning epochs and continents, this collection delves into myriad themes such as love, power, morality, and human spirit. With a diverse array of styles ranging from the elegant narratives of the Romantic era to the probing insights of Modernism, the compilation bridges the ancient philosophies of Laozi and Plato to the innovative v...