Who was the real John Henry? The story of this legendary African-American figure has come down to us in so many songs, stories, and plays, that the facts are often lost. Historian Scott Nelson brings John Henry alive for young readers in his personal quest for the true story of the man behind the myth. Nelson presents the famous folk song as a mystery to be unraveled, identifying the embedded clues within the lyrics, which he examines to uncover many surprising truths. He investigates the legend and reveals the real John Henry in this beautifully illustrated book. Nelson's...
Who was the real John Henry? The story of this legendary African-American figure has come down to us in so many songs, stories, and plays, that the fa...
WHITE MONSOON was a 1992 codename for a Libyan terrorist plot to travel disquised as members of the International Red Cross from Libya to India's Opium & Alkaloid Works to steal the contents of a backyard-swimming-pool sized vat full of over 400 tons of raw opium worth over $36US billion in 1992 once converted to 40 tons of pure heroin and sold on Main Street America. This yarn, with its many heroes, including an incredibly brave 12 year old, and possibly a happy ending, delights all ages according to some wonderful and well received feedback. The Kindle version is also available from...
WHITE MONSOON was a 1992 codename for a Libyan terrorist plot to travel disquised as members of the International Red Cross from Libya to India's Opiu...
The combat history of the 1st Battalion, 5th Marines--or One Five (1/5)--is long and illustrious, but there are many periods of their combat operations during the Vietnam War about which there is little in print. This history is drawn from many years of research, from the author s personal memories, and from careful study of the battalion s Command Chronologies and Combat After-action Reports and other historical records. Most importantly it includes a collection of true stories told to the author by dozens of U.S. Marines who served in and fought with 1/5 during the Vietnam War, at all...
The combat history of the 1st Battalion, 5th Marines--or One Five (1/5)--is long and illustrious, but there are many periods of their combat operat...
What if Christians today were known for how well we bless people rather than for being judgmental, hypocritical, and self-centered? What kind of impact could you make in your community if you were better at recognizing needs and meeting them? What would it take to make blessing the people around you a daily habit? This practical and easy to read book will give you real world examples and a step-by-step guide to help you bless people like Jesus did. You'll be able to incorporate what you learn here into every aspect of your daily life. And, you will see the people...
What if Christians today were known for how well we bless people rather than for being judgmental, hypocritical, and self-centered? What kind o...
