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  The Lion of Round Top - The Life...

  Hans G. Myers

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  “This military biography clearly and informatively rescues from an undeserved obscurity one of the Union’s key commanders at the battle of Gettysburg.” —Midwest Book Review Citizen-soldier Strong Vincent was many things: Harvard graduate, lawyer, political speaker, descendent of pilgrims and religious refugees, husband, father, brother. But his greatest contribution to history is as the savior of the Federal left flank on the second day at Gettysburg, when he and his men held Little Round Top against overwhelming Confederate numbers. Forgotten by history in favor of his subordinate, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, Vincent has faded into relative obscurity in the decades since his death. This book restores Vincent to his rightful place among the heroes of the battle of Gettysburg: presenting his life story using new, never-before-published sources and archival material to bring the story of one of the most forgotten officers of the American Civil War back to the attention of readers and historians.“This is a well-researched and well-written book, and the author makes a strong case for Colonel Vincent’s essential role in the union victory at Gettysburg.” —The Journal of America’s Military Past “Erie, Pennsylvania historian Hans G. Myers brings to life an overlooked Gettysburg hero . . . a good, well-researched biography certainly worth the read.” —Maine at War“Readers of battle history, in particular the voluminous literature on Gettysburg, will find interest in both the short life of Strong Vincent and the hereto unheralded role his decisions played in saving the Federal left flank at Little Round Top.” —Journal of MilitaryHistory

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  So You're Crazy Too?

  Amber Portwood, Thea De Sousa

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  An in-depth look into Teen Mom star Amber Portwood's long history dealing with several severe mental illnesses, and how she survived almost insurmountable odds and unbearable public scrutiny to become the strong, self-assured woman she is today. 
   
   
   
  As a reality TV stalwart and one of the original stars of what's become a massive franchise, Amber Portwood has been the subject of media curiosity and public scrutiny for almost thirteen years of her life—since the age of seventeen. Throughout the years, Amber has struggled with up to five severe mental disorders that, especially when grouped together, would bring even the heartiest among us to their knees. Currently serving out her five years of probation for a widely publicized fight with the father of her son, Amber has been on a rollercoaster of experiences since she famously emerged from prison almost eight years ago. Now, she is finally ready to share the painful and emotional journey that has brought her to the more stable and productive life she's leading today. 
   
   
   
  This book chronicles Amber's journey with painstaking specificity, as she takes the listener through her harrowing battle with mental illness. Her story serves as a triumphant tale of rebirth, as Amber finally conquers her demons and begins her road to a healthy and happy life.

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  Appalachian Gamekeeper's...

  R.L. Pete Wyatt

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  Vol 2 provides an opportunity for yo, the reader, to spend some time with the people and places of Upper East Tennessee, Tennessee's first frontier, The State of Franklin. Come share my experiences. Although I have had to draw my gun and I have had to arrest folks and take them to jail, that was not the norm. This book is a happy memoir. This humorous collection of 22 short stories will give the reader first hand knowledge as to what it is really like to spend some time with an Appalachian Gamekeeper. Travel with me to a world in which you have never been, nor would you go without me as your guide. Meet my bigger than life characters: the Conrad family, a family that still hunts, fishes and gathers wild foods, living by their wits under the shadow of Unaka Mountain. Octogenarians, Asa and his girlfriend, that live in the Sciotio community (pronounced Sci-o-thee) that believe in alien abduction, black painters, haints and other superstitions. Can a hunter bark like a Leopard Hound and tree a bear?What happened on the Appalachian Trail between the game warden and an illegal deer hunter that caused the hunter to have to pray with his preacher ex post facto?Animal trafficker Remus Stout and his polecats had their day in court.Can giant lizards ride a train from Central America to attack a hunter and his dogs in an ambush along the tracks of the Clinchfield Railroad?Can a deer hunter being allergic to time get him acquitted in court? Was the petition to remove game warden Pete Wyatt from Unicoi County successful? These answers and many more will be revealed between the covers of Vol 2.

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  Manual for Living

  Epictetus

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  Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and personal growth with "Manual for Living" by Epictetus, now available as an enlightening audiobook. In this timeless classic of Stoic philosophy, listeners will find practical wisdom and invaluable guidance for navigating life's challenges with grace and resilience. 
  As the narrative unfolds, Epictetus, a former slave turned philosopher, shares profound insights on how to live a life of virtue, inner peace, and fulfillment. Through teachings on acceptance, resilience, and the power of choice, "Manual for Living" offers a blueprint for living a life of purpose and meaning, even in the face of adversity. 
  Perfect for seekers of wisdom and spiritual seekers alike, this audiobook delivers a transformative performance that will inspire and empower listeners. Whether you're facing personal struggles or simply seeking guidance on how to live a more meaningful life, "Manual for Living" promises to provide invaluable insights and practical tools for personal growth. 
  So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and unlock the secrets to a fulfilling life, start listening to "Manual for Living" today and immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of Epictetus. Start Listening to "Manual for Living" today!

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  Everywhere the Undrowned - A...

  Stephanie Clare Smith

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  This is what it is to survive. You find what floats and you hold on. Even if it is smaller than you. 
   
   
   
  Holding on is all fourteen-year-old Stephanie Clare Smith can do when she's left home alone in New Orleans during the summer of 1973. As she seeks to ease her solitude through her summer school algebra class, her wandering in the city, and her friendship with a streetcar operator, adults—particularly men—fail her again and again, with devastating consequences. 
   
   
   
  Dreamlike and beautifully paced, this lyrical debut memoir traces the events of one harrowing summer and its repercussions throughout Stephanie's life, including her work with families in crisis and as a caregiver for the mother who abandoned her all those years ago. Through a mosaic of trauma and transcendence, memory and metaphor, scarcity and neglect, Stephanie reveals how she built connections in and to a world that had largely left her behind. Her hard-won survival echoes that of countless other survivors whose stories are never told, and her strength stands as a testament to the power of creativity.

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  10 Masterpieces you have to read...

  George Orwell, Charles Dickens,...

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  This Audiobook contains the following works :1. 1984 by George Orwell Start at Chapters 12. Animal Farm  by George OrwellSt art at Chapters 263. The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason Start at Chapters 364. A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court  by Mark Twain Start at Chapters 555. Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens Start at Chapters 1006. Persuasion by Jane Austen Start at Chapters 1537. The Call of Cthulhu by H.P. Lovecraft Start at Chapters 1778. The Law of Success by Napoleon Hill   Start at Chapters 1809. The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde Start at Chapters 21110. The Professor by Charlotte Brontë Start at Chapters 232

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