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A gripping, groundbreaking biography of the combative man whose genius and force of will created modern capitalism. Founder of a dynasty, builder of the original Grand Central, creator of an impossibly vast fortune, Cornelius “Commodore” Vanderbilt is an American icon. Humbly born on Staten...

Winner of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for History From the winner of two Pulitzer Prizes and a National Book Award, a brilliant biography of Gen. George Armstrong Custer that radically changes our view of the man and his turbulent times. In this magisterial biography, T. J. Stiles paints a portrait...

In this brilliant biography T. J. Stiles offers a new understanding of the legendary outlaw Jesse James. Although he has often been portrayed as a Robin Hood of the old west, in this ground-breaking work Stiles places James within the context of the bloody conflicts of the Civil War to reveal a much more complicated and significant figure.

It's men like Jimmy Coonan and Mickey Featherstone who gave Hell's Kitchen its name. In the mid-1970s, these two longtime friends take the reins of New York's Irish mob, using brute force to give it hitherto unthinkable power. Jimmy, a charismatic sociopath, is the leader. Mickey, whose memories of Vietnam torture him daily, is his enforcer. Together they make brutality their trademark, butchering bodies or hurling them out the window.

From true-crime legend T. J. English, the epic, behind-the-scenes saga of “Los Muchachos,” one of the most successful cocaine trafficking organizations in American history—a story of glitz, glamour, and organized crime set against 1980’s Miami. Despite what Scarface might lead one to...

A fascinating, cinematic, multigenerational history of the Cuban mob in the US from ""America’s top chronicler of organized crime""* and New York Times bestselling author of Havana Nocturne. By the mid 1980s, the criminal underworld in the United States had become an ethnic polyglot; one of...

The New York Times bestselling author of The Westies and Paddy Whacked offers a front-row seat at the trial of Whitey Bulger, and an intimate view of the world of organized crime—and law enforcement—that made him the defining Irish American gangster. For sixteen years, Whitey Bulger eluded...

From T. J. English, the New York Times bestselling author of Havana Nocturne, comes the epic, scintillating narrative of the interconnected worlds of jazz and organized crime in 20th century America. ""[A] brilliant and courageous book."" —Dr. Cornel West Dangerous Rhythms tells the symbiotic...

“T.J. English has the mastered the hybrid narrative art form of social history and underworld thriller. The Savage City is a truly gripping read filled with unexpected twists and turns.” —Douglas Brinkley, author of The Great Deluge In The Savage City, T.J. English, author of the New York...

PIRATA - the action-packed novel of pirates in the Roman Empire in AD 25. Across the seas of the Adriaticum, pirates face mortal danger from wild storms, fight to hold their own against merciless rival pirates, and wrangle amongst themselves over hard-won treasure. While the Roman navy hunts...

A limited series podcast devoted to sixth century Byzantium and the greatest recorded love story on earth — that between Empress Theodora and her husband, the Emperor Justinian.

History didn’t have to happen the way it did — and on Liberty Rewritten, we prove it. Hosted with wit and a sharp mind by T.J. Hall, each episode rewrites key moments in American history with smart analysis, humor, and a touch of drama. Whether you’re a history buff, a political junkie, or just love a good “what if,” Liberty Rewritten will make you rethink the story you thought you knew. 🇺🇸📝

“Chickie takes us thousands of miles on a hilarious quest laced with sorrow, but never dull. You will laugh and cry, but you will not be sorry that you read this rollicking story.”—Malachy McCourt Soon to be a major motion picture written and directed by Peter Farrelly, who won two Academy...

"Raw, authoritative, and unflinching ... An elaborately detailed, darkly surprising, definitive history of the LA gangsta rap era." -- Kirkus, starred review A monumental, revealing narrative history about the legendary group of artists at the forefront of West Coast hip-hop: Eazy-E, Dr. Dre...

The solo Podcast of J.T. Hatfield (by pen name), The also host/operator of Cast @ 10xxx20 dot COM, a podcast done exclusively in company (as a round table event for a website). This is a new raw podcast also created in transparency, and in motion. Truth being the only law on this new podcast; ...it will come raw, conscious, and mostly unedited and certainly unapologetic-LY. Join a published audio adventure with me on my own as I speak my mind and look for further content like music, live events, and other guests/speakers; to pilot a more interesting brand of media. A podcast that is influenced...

Welcome to "Popcorn Lore," the podcast that takes you on a captivating journey through the rich and fascinating lore of your favorite films! Join us as we delve deep into the untold stories, hidden details, and behind-the-scenes secrets that make these cinematic universes so enchanting. From iconic franchises to cult classics, we'll unravel the mysteries, analyze fan theories, and celebrate the passionate fandoms that keep these movies alive. So grab your popcorn, sit back, and let's embark on a thrilling adventure into the captivating world of movie lore!

In 1952, John T. “Jack” Downey, a 23-year-old CIA officer from Connecticut, was shot down over Manchuria during the Korean War. The pilots died in the crash, but Downey and his partner Richard “Dick” Fecteau were captured by the Chinese. For the next 20 years, they were harshly interrogated, put through show trials, held in solitary confinement, placed in reeducation camps, and toured around China as political pawns.

“Les Standiford takes us under the big top and behind the curtain in this richly researched and thoroughly engaging narrative that captures all of the entrepreneurial intrigue and spirit of the American circus.” —Gilbert King, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Devil in the Grove Millions...

A round table discussion featuring intergenerational and intersectional theatre professionals, moderated by Michael Callahan and T.J. Newton. Each episode we tackle a different topic within the theatre world and celebrate the insight gained from this multi-generational group discussion. Where we came from, where we are, where we’re going.

The podcast that answers YOUR questions about the Biblical Nephilim! Supplementary to the book, “Answers to Giant Questions” by author and host T.J. Steadman.