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  Alexander the Great

  Jacob Abbott

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  A complete biography of the ancient Macedonian king and one of history’s greatest military leaders.Alexander the Great, son of King Philip II of Macedonia, and his fourth wife, Olympias, seemed destined for success. He had Aristotle for a tutor until he was sixteen. He took interest in his father’s military efforts abroad, and worried there would be nothing left to conquer when he became king. When ambassadors from Persia arrived in Macedonia, they tried to entertain young Alexander with colorful stories of their home, but the future leader was more interested in their armies and war tactics. It should be no surprise that Alexander became one of ancient history’s greatest and most successful military leaders.In this biography, author Jacob Abbott recounts the life and times of Alexander the Great. He takes readers through the king’s early years, including his youth and education, as well as his relationship with his parents. The history continues with Alexander’s ascension to the throne at the age of twenty and details all the drama and military victories over the next ten years of the monarch’s reign as he expanded his empire from Macedonia and Egypt to northwest India. Unfortunately, Alexander’s demise soon followed, but not before he left his mark on the world. Nineteenth-century American author Jacob Abbott wrote many books over the course of his own life from juvenile fiction to history. He wrote numerous biographies on such monumental individuals as Alfred the Great, Queen Elizabeth I, Genghis Khan, Julius Caesar, and Peter the Great.

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  Sandy Kelly: In My Own Words

  Sandy Kelly

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  Born in Sligo into a family of travelling entertainers, Sandy Kelly has become one of the top musical performers in Ireland.
  
  Sandy was co-opted into the family variety show from an early age. As a teenager she sang on the social club circuit in the UK, playing an ever more prominent role. When she returned to Ireland, she developed initially as a pop performer before following her instincts and concentrating on a music career.
  
  Her landmark 1989 recording of the Patsy Cline hit 'Crazy' led her to perform on stages all over the world, including the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville and the lead role in Patsy – The Musical in London's West End.
  
  But the music industry can be a tough place. Sandy has dealt with prejudice and financial pressures. Alongside the glamour of show business, she has experienced the heartaches of divorce, family illness and death, and faced the challenges of raising a daughter with special needs.
  
  Sandy has stood strong at the heart of Ireland's music scene for over four decades. Here, for the first time, she recounts the highs – and lows – of a lifetime in music, in her own words.

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  Surfer Stories - 12 Untold...

  Claudia Lebenthal

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  Surfer Stories is an unrivaled collection of unique, revealing, and intimate stories about twelve of the world’s greatest surfers. 
    
  From the monstrous walls of water at Teahupoo, to the reef-scraping barrels of Pipeline, to the endless peeling break of Jeffreys Bay, legendary surfers have made their mark on surf history, distinguished by the fearlessness, grace, and artistry displayed while riding the most exalted waves. 
    
  Each surfer’s story is told by a different writer—fellow surfers, famed authors, celebrities, musicians, and surf journalists—who shares a passion for surfing. Surfer Stories offers an insightful perspective on the life of each surfer, both in and out of the water, as could only be told by the writer with whom they are paired: 
    
  Shaun Tomson on Kelly Slater 
  Sam George on Laird Hamilton 
  Holly Peterson on Robert “Wingnut” Weaver 
  Gerry Lopez on Garrett McNamara 
  Chris Carter on Shaun Tomson 
  Liza Monroy on Keala Kennelly 
  Chris Shiflett on Tom Curren 
  Jamie Brisick on Derek Hynd 
  Brett Crozier on Bethany Hamilton 
  Jim Kempton on Gerry Lopez 
  Karen Rinaldi on Rell Sunn 
  Selema Masekela on Michael February 
    
  The sport of surfing has a mystique and allure that has transformed many of these icons into mythical figures. Surfer Stories brings them together in one definitive collection that will appeal to those who surf and those who don’t!

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  Bill Gates - The truth about...

  Historical Publishing

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  Do you want to learn about Bill Gates? 
  William Hеnrу Gates аlѕо known аѕ Bіll Gаtеѕ аnd hе іѕ thе co-founder of thе hugе Microsoft соrроrаtіоn. Thіѕ bіllіоnаіrе wаѕ bоrn in Sеаttlе оn thе 28th оf October 1955, bеіng thе son оf a well-known lаwуеr, William Hеnrу Gаtеѕ Senior and a рrоfеѕѕоr аnd businesswoman, Mary Maxwell Gаtеѕ. 
  It іѕ wеll-knоwn thаt Bill Gаtеѕ is thе rісhеѕt man in thе еntіrе world, thе situation being thе ѕаmе fоr a few уеаrѕ now. This іѕ еvеn mоrе significant since thе difference between hіm аnd hіѕ followers bеіng ѕіgnіfісаnt. Hоwеvеr, hе mаdе ѕоmе comments during a соnfеrеnсе hе held іn Lіѕbоn, stirring аt lеаѕt one round оf асіd соmmеntаrіеѕ. Aссоrdіng tо Bill Gates, thе Amеrісаn IRS needs a ѕресіаl соmрutеr tо ѕtоrе еxсluѕіvеlу thе dаtа rеlаtеd tо hіѕ fаmіlу'ѕ fоrtunе. It арреаrѕ thаt thе numbеrѕ his fоrtunе has rеасhеd аrе tоо bіg for аn оrdіnаrу computer like thе оnеѕ the IRS uѕеѕ. Alѕо, this lасk оf tесhnоlоgісаl роѕѕіbіlіtіеѕ hаѕ brоught hіm in front оf the соurt a few tіmеѕ, bеіng ассuѕеd оf nоt рауіng his taxes, аlthоugh hе wаѕ nеvеr іn the rеd. Thе whоlе mess wаѕ passed оn tо thе соmрutеrѕ uѕеd, this mаgnаtе'ѕ fоrtunе approaching thе ѕum оf fіftу-оnе billion dоllаrѕ. 
  He may bе thе wоrld'ѕ richest mаn, but hе nеvеr forgets whеrе he ѕtаrtеd frоm. Thuѕ, thе founder of Mісrоѕоft dоnаtеd forty million dоllаrѕ tо Lakeside Sсhооl in Sеаttlе. Thіѕ is a рrіvаtе аdmіnіѕtrаtіоn ѕсhооl, one whісh uses thе mаgnаtе'ѕ mоnеу to create ѕсhоlаrѕhірѕ fоr the ones who wаnt to ѕtudу in this іnѕtіtutіоn. Thіѕ school in Seattle was fоundеd іn 1914, іѕ renowned аѕ оnе оf thе bеѕt еduсаtіоnаl institutes in thе Unіtеd Stаtеѕ оf Amеrіса.Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...Early life of Bill GatesEarly life and familyBill Gates motivation

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  Character - Life Lessons in...

  Robert L. Dilenschneider

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  Whether in politics, science, religion, or a myriad of other fields, our national character seems in jeopardy. What's missing? What trait did the men and women throughout history have that drove society to be the best that it could be? In these twenty-nine inspiring portraits, respected adviser Robert L. Dilenschneider explores the achievements of the leaders and groundbreakers who shaped our age, as well as their lessons in life and in business that can provide a blueprint for our future. 
   
   
   
  In what ways did character manifest itself in Nelson Mandela, who triumphed over the direst adversities? In Florence Nightingale and Edith Cavell, who transformed the nursing profession during war and in great peril to themselves? How did Walt Disney find the tenacity to become an iconic entrepreneur? How did loyalty to his fellow soldiers in Vietnam informed John McCain's entire worldview? Character—a vital dimension in public and private life—unifies their legacies and others. 
   
   
   
  From a respected older generation of mentors comes invaluable advice and hopeful direction for the young leaders, innovators, and influencers of tomorrow.

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  Walden

  Henry David Thoreau

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  "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived." 
   
  "If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. 
   
  "Walden" is a literary masterpiece written by the American philosopher and naturalist Henry David Thoreau. It is a book that chronicles Thoreau's experience of living a simple life in a cabin on the shores of Walden Pond in Massachusetts for two years. Thoreau writes about his experiences fishing, hunting, and farming, as well as his observations of the wildlife and natural beauty around him. He also discusses his philosophical beliefs, including his ideas about individualism, self-reliance, and the importance of living in harmony with nature. One of the central themes of "Walden" is the idea that simplicity is the key to a fulfilling life. Thoreau argues that people often become distracted by the material trappings of modern society and lose sight of what truly matters. By living a simple life, Thoreau suggests that people can reconnect with nature, cultivate their creativity and imagination, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. Another important theme of the book is the idea of self-reliance. Thoreau believes that people should be self-sufficient and not rely on others for their basic needs. He advocates for a life of independence and individualism, arguing that people should strive to be self-reliant and not be swayed by societal pressures. Thoreau also explores the concept of time. He believes that time is a precious resource that should be used wisely. He encourages people to spend their time engaged in meaningful pursuits, such as reading, writing, and contemplation, rather than being consumed by the trivialities of daily life.

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