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  Grant Unleashed - A Biography of...

  Aeon History

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  Grant Unleashed offers a fresh perspective on Ulysses S. Grant, presenting him not just as a Civil War general and president, but as a complex figure whose leadership principles and human struggles remain deeply relevant today. The biography explores Grant's journey from military commander to president, examining his strategic brilliance at battles like Shiloh and Vicksburg, while also delving into his personal challenges and controversies. 
  The book highlights Grant's resilience through various adversities - from financial hardships to his battle with cancer - showcasing his unwavering integrity and determination. It particularly emphasizes his role in Reconstruction, detailing his efforts to rebuild the South and protect freed slaves' rights, demonstrating his commitment to equality and justice. 
  Rather than presenting an idealized portrait, the biography acknowledges Grant's imperfections and controversies during his presidency. This honest approach makes his story more relatable and impactful, offering valuable lessons in leadership, perseverance, and the complex pursuit of justice. The narrative explores how Grant's reputation has evolved over time, from a controversial figure to being increasingly recognized as a champion of civil rights and national unity. 
  The book provides detailed insights into Grant's military expertise, which continues to be studied in military academies today. It also uncovers lesser-known aspects of his presidency and examines how his legacy influences contemporary American values and discussions about equality and justice.

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  Coming About - Life In the Balance

  Dr. Mario Dell'Olio

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  A mid-life crisis, a sailing adventure, and a rescue at sea, Coming About tells a story of survival and inner-strength through a foundational loving relationship. Coming About is a memoir of Mario and Jim who, at 40, quit their jobs and sell their home in San Francisco to follow their dream. They buy a 50-foot sailboat and move to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands where they discover many quirky facets of adjusting to life on the island as well as its many cultural idiosyncrasies. During the maiden voyage from the US mainland to St. Thomas, they encounter treacherous weather conditions and a series of life-threatening events that lead to a rescue at sea and the destruction of their dreams of retirement in a Caribbean paradise. Battling relentlessly crushing waves and shark-infested waters, their lives hang in the balance. Their struggles are vividly recounted as they search for meaning in the near loss of their lives and the shattering of their dreams.

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  Kindled Souls: A Synopsis of...

  Vines Graener

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  The United States is at a critical crossroads, grappling with challenges that rival some of the toughest moments in its history. As crises multiply, the call for fresh, dynamic leaders becomes louder. There is, however, hope—grounded in our ability to learn from history and prepare younger generations for meaningful leadership and service. 
  In today’s fast-paced world, effective leaders must remain adaptable and attentive, forging deep connections with those they lead. The foundation of great leadership lies in a strong moral compass. Throughout history, the most impactful leaders have been idealists driven by a commitment to higher truths, unwavering in their values despite the harsh realities they faced. 
  The journey of a leader unfolds in two stages. The first is an inner journey, where individuals confront their values and grow through the hardships they face, fostering self-awareness and self-mastery. The second is the outer journey, where leaders engage with the world, learning to build trust, foster teamwork, and navigate external challenges. Together, these journeys prepare leaders to act decisively, especially during moments of crisis.

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  A Broken Trust - From their pens...

  Elizabeth Corbett

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  Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett was born on the 16th August 1846 at Standishgate, near Wigan. 
  After a good education she worked as a journalist for the Newcastle Daily Chronicle and went on to become a widespread and popular writer of adventure and society novels. 
  As a feminist writer it is a little bizarre that she published as Mrs George Corbett.  Her most ardent feminist work was ‘New Amazonia: A Foretaste of the Future,’ though other of her works were also similarly themed and dealt with one of the great issues of the day in Victorian society. 
  She married George Corbett in Sheffield in 1868.  They went on to have 4 children, of which only 3 survived. 
  As a writer she was not overly prolific but was perhaps most admired for her female detectives.  During her literary career Detective books were all the rage and authors of both sexes attempted to bring new and unusual angles of characters and narratives before the voracious public.   
  Corbett’s first was in a collection of short stories ‘Adventures of a Lady Detective featuring Dora Bell'.  A later novel introduced a further detective in the guise of Annie Cory. 
  Elizabeth Corbett died on in 1930.

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  Wang Mingdao - Evangelical Hero

  Joel R. Beeke, Douglas Bond

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  What do George Whitefield, Elisabeth Elliot, and J. Gresham Machen have in common? They were all Evangelical Heroes. In the Evangelical Heroes series, Joel Beeke and Douglas Bond present thirty biographical sketches of faithful evangelical leaders from the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries. From George Whitfield to Charles Spurgeon to R.C. Sproul, these men and women held firm to the authority of Scripture and the reality of Christ's death and resurrection in the face of rising liberalism in the Church. These inspiring volumes introduce us to faithful Christians from the past and encourage us to stand firm today!

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  Abbey Road - The Inside Story of...

  David Hepworth, Paul McCartney

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  The incredible history of how Abbey Road became the most famous recording studio in the world. 
   
   
   
  "There are certain things that are mythical. Abbey Road is mythical." —Nile Rodgers 
   
   
   
  Many people will recognize the famous crosswalk. Some visitors may have graffitied their name on its hallowed outer walls. Others might even have managed to penetrate the iron gates. But what draws in these thousands of fans here, year after year? What is it that really happens behind the doors of the most celebrated recording studio in the world? 
   
   
   
  It may have begun life as an affluent suburban house, but it soon became a creative hub renowned around the world as a place where great music, ground-breaking sounds, and unforgettable tunes were forged.  It is nothing less than a witness to, and a key participant in, the history of popular music itself. 
   
   
   
  What has been going on there for over ninety years has called for skills that are musical, creative, technical, mechanical, interpersonal, logistical, managerial, chemical, and, romantics might be tempted add, close to magic. The history of Abbey Road may just make you believe.

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