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This is the life and times of an underworld legend. Packed with shocking details and firsthand insights, Carlo Gambino: Boss of Bosses is the definitive account of this real-life Godfather, written by someone who grew up in that world and met Gambino personally.

In Colin, we delve into the intriguing saga of the Stanier family, rooted in the quaint village of Stanier near Rye, Sussex. The narrative begins around 1600, when the original Colin Stanier makes a Faustian bargain with the devil to achieve his dreams—featuring a tantalizing encounter with Queen Elizabeth I, who finds herself enchanted by his charm. Fast forward to 1900, where another Colin Stanier, strikingly similar to his ancestor, resorts to deceit and treachery in a desperate bid to claim the family fortune from his older twin brother, Raymond. A contemporary review captures the ...

In Elizabethan England, two affluent families find themselves as neighbors, separated not just by land but by deep-seated religious divides—one family staunchly Catholic, the other fiercely Protestant. Amidst this tumultuous backdrop, the young heirs of both families are irresistibly drawn to one another, forging a bond of friendship and love that defies their parents beliefs. As Catholics endure persecution, fines, imprisonment, and even execution for their faith, some choose betrayal, complicating the already fraught landscape. As tensions mount and the plot thickens, unexpected heroes ...

Angel in the Whirlwind is the epic tale of the American Revolution, from its roots among tax-weary colonists to the triumphant Declaration of Independence and eventual victory and liberty, recounted by Benson Bobrick, lauded by the New York Times as "perhaps the most interesting historian writing in America today".

In this revelatory, dynamic biography, Benson Bobrick, profiles George H. Thomas, arguing that he was the greatest and most successful general of the Civil War. Because Thomas didn't live to write his memoirs, his reputation has been largely shaped by others, most notably Ulysses S. Grant and William Tecumseh Sherman, two generals with whom Thomas served and who diminished his successes in their favor in their own memoirs.

Using affirmations to focus on improving your health, wealth, and happiness has shown to be a successful strategy in living mindfully. Florence Scovel Shinn's work has been praised and referenced by self-improvement experts as diverse as Wayne Dyer, Deepak Chopra, Louise Hay, and Norman Vincent Peale. Shinn uses affirmations and success stories of her students to illustrate the power of the spoken word to attract prosperity, love, and good health.

Come Rack! Come Rope! is a gripping historical novel by Robert Hugh Benson, an English priest and writer who transitioned from Anglicanism to Catholicism. Set against the backdrop of the Elizabethan persecution of Catholics in Derbyshire, the story follows two young lovers who, faced with the grim reality of imprisonment and martyrdom, choose to sacrifice their chance for happiness together to fulfill Gods will. Written nearly nine years after Bensons own conversion, the novel draws inspiration from Dom Bede Camms account of the Fitzherbert family in Forgotten Shrines (1910) and from Bensons ...

Explore the lives of the signers of the Declaration of Independence through engaging biographical sketches by the esteemed historian Lossing. This collection offers a captivating glimpse into the personal stories and contributions of these pivotal figures in American history. - Summary by progressingamerica

Stories from steam railways and other heritage locations.

Death Kissed Traveler dives into the dark history of theme parks, carnivals, circuses, and roadside attractions—where joy turned to tragedy, and the dead may still linger. From deadly ride malfunctions to haunted midway games and circus disasters, each episode uncovers the chilling true stories amusement tried to bury.

The most famous of all English Bibles, the King James Version, was the culmination of centuries of work by various translators, from John Wycliffe, the 14 century catalyst of English Bible translation, to the committee of scholars who collaborated on the King James translation. Wide as the Waters examines the life and work of Wycliffe and recounts the tribulations of his successors, including William Tyndale, who was martyred, Miles Coverdale, and others who came to bitter ends.

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Dodo Wonders is the final installment in E.F. Bensons beloved Dodo series, renowned for its sharp wit and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of World War I-era England, this novel follows the vivacious Lady Dodo Chesterford, her husband, and their circle of friends as they navigate the tumultuous times of war. Rumored to be inspired by Lady Margot Asquith, Dodo is a sparkling socialite who finds herself in a world where she must adapt or falter. Benson masterfully blends humor and poignant reflection, ensuring that while the story retains its trademark cheerfulness, it also ...

Delve into Lossings captivating Biographical Sketches of the Signers, which offers insightful glimpses into the lives of the brave individuals who shaped American independence. Narrated by progressingamerica.

Arthur C. Benson tackles many aspects of fear head-on and provides fascinating insight into the root causes of fear and how we can overcome them.

The years of the great radio networks spanned from 1926 to 1962, with their heyday in the 1930s and ’40s. Millions of Americans would gather round the radio to laugh with Fred Allen or Jack Benny, follows the travails of soap opera heroines on Painted Dreams and The Romance of Helen Trent, or hide under the covers to escape the frightening stories on Lights Out and The Shadow.Capitalizing on the rising popularity of western swing in the 1940s, the Riders of the Purple Sage became staples on radio, appearing with the Andrews Sisters and on Roy Rogers’ weekly series.Fans of B-westerns ...

In this gripping account, Nat Turner narrates the harrowing events of his rebellion during the infamous insurrection in Southampton, Virginia, which unfolded from August 21 to 23, 1831. Speaking from his jail cell in November of that year, just days before his execution, Turner offers a chilling perspective on the violence and turmoil that marked this pivotal moment in American history. - Summary by Joel Kindrick

The last surviving witness to the lynching of Emmett Till tells his story, with poignant recollections of Emmett as a boy, critical insights into the recent investigation, and powerful lessons for racial reckoning, both then and now. New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice “In this...

Given the length of time the United States spent in Iraq, there is a perception that there was no consideration before the war of what should be done after coalition forces arrived in Baghdad and removed Saddam Hussein. However as this unofficial history reveals, there was a great deal of planning to address how to achieve the policy objectives for Iraq set by the Bush administration.

Packed with jaw-dropping stories of public violence and personal vengeance, vivid insights into the Mafia's way of life, and shocking portraits of America's most wanted crime families, Red Hook is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by the history of organized crime in America.