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  The Sangamon Story - Selected...

  Francis Grierson

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  Francis Grierson's, The Valley of Shadows, is truly a lost American classic. Written at the dawn of the twentieth century, the author has remarkably captured his adventures and observations as a child growing up on the prairies of Illinois in the years leading up the Civil War, in a region that was neither North nor South; neither for slavery nor against it; and how their small family farm became an unscheduled stop on the Underground Railroad.Written in an authentic vernacular of the time, and populated by larger than life characters, Grierson has woven a tale of excitement and mystery, set in a second Garden of Eden of wildlife and nature. The prose and dialogue is like Shakespeare of the prairie. It reads like a cross between Tom Sawyer and Uncle Tom's Cabin, and stands out among all of the other books written about that era.What people are saying:“It has a quality not to be found in any other writing about the Civil War;""Its prose is alive, strong, subtle, of warm color, almost overpowering;""No one can read it, without finding new enlightenment about our past.”

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  Greyhound - A Memoir

  Joanna Pocock

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  Combining history, reportage, and nature writing with intimate moments of reflection, Greyhound tells of the journey from miscarriage to parenthood, and the purpose creativity gives to our lives when we feel purposeless 
   
  In 2006, in the wake of several miscarriages, Joanna Pocock traveled by Greyhound bus across the United States from Detroit to Los Angeles. Seventeen years later, she undertakes the same journey, revisiting the cities, edgelands, highways, and motels in the footsteps of the few women writers—Simone de Beauvoir, Ethel Mannin, and Irma Kurtz—who also chronicled their road trips across the United States. Combining memoir, reportage, environmental writing, and literary criticism, Greyhound is a moving and immersive book that captures an America in the throes of late capitalism with all its beauty, horror, and complexity.

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  Potty Training Manual for...

  Maggie Donovan

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  Potty Training Manual for First-Time Parents: A Practical and Playful Guide to Navigate the Potty Training JourneyAre you a first-time parent about to embark on the thrilling adventure of potty training your little one? Look no further than "Potty Training Manual for First-Time Parents" – the ultimate guide that combines practical advice with a touch of humor to make this milestone a breeze.In this audiobook, you'll find all the tools and tips you need to navigate the sometimes messy, but always rewarding, journey of potty training. From recognizing the signs of readiness and creating a potty-friendly environment to introducing the big-kid underwear and establishing a consistent routine, each chapter is filled with lighthearted insights and expert guidance.Discover how to communicate the potty language to your child and handle those oopsie moments with grace and a smile. Dive into the secrets of successful nighttime potty training and celebrate the triumph of bidding farewell to diapers as your little one embraces the world of big-kid underpants.Written with a perfect blend of practicality and playfulness, this audiobook is your go-to resource for potty training success. Say goodbye to diaper duty and embrace the joy of watching your child conquer this important milestone. Get ready to laugh, learn, and celebrate every step of the way with "Potty Training Manual for First-Time Parents." Let the potty training adventure begin!

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  Comics: The Call and the Cost -...

  CJ Standal

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  Discover the reason comic creators toil away over ink stained pages, even when circumstances don't reward that hard work. 
  This is what happens when comics meet the real world, coming face to face with politics, war, and big business. Witness creators navigate their passion and careers when faced with the intersection between art and commerce. 
  This stellar collection includes these essays: 
  1) The Cost of Comics: A History of the Comic Book Labor Movement 
  2) Marge Buell and Little Lulu: Women Warriors - America's Early Female Cartoonist Entrepreneur and Her Feminist Creation 
  3) Hector Oesterheld: Comics Own Martyr 
  4) David Mazzucchelli Walks Away from Superheroic Success for Indie Art 
  5) Jeff Smith and Bone: A Little Help from My Friends 
  6) A License to Cartoon: Art and Capitalism in the Works of Schulz, Davis, and Watterson 
  7) Epilogue or Why I Write: A Justification of Rejection, Torture, and Bliss

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  California

  J. Tyrwhitt Brooks

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  Henry Vizetelly, writing under the pseudonym J. Tyrwhitt Brooks, recalls an expedition to California he took between 1847-1848 . Originally, he planned to enlist as a surgeon for the US Army during the Mexican war, but conflicts had ended by the time he applied. In a quick change of plans, he joined a group of prospectors on their way to the newly found gold fields of California. While he might not find service in the military, his training as a physician made him a valuable addition to the ragtag team of explorers.His training as a physician gives us an exacting perspective of the events and people who struck out from more sedate routines to prospect gold in the Californian wilderness. However, he is unprepared to find a cure for the gold fever that has depopulated the surrounding towns. Only one member of the group, an experienced fur-trapper, is able to resist the lustrous lure of nuggets, flakes and gold richly deposited in the dusty desert.Like the others who have left jobs to prospect for gold, he learns how to live on the land and struggle through hardship away from the security of city life. His motley group of changing characters ride through sudden fortunes and disasters while meeting Mormons, Indians and not least of all a bountiful harvest of gold. Before he returns to his home in England, another quick change of fortune undoes his plans for a comfortable retirement and shows us the extent of greed that has sprung up in the mining camps.

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  Wait for Me in the Rainbow - HOW...

  Laura Vidal Crespo

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  The best-selling book on Amazon Spain, with more than 1000 ratings. A simple, heartfelt book that will make you cry, smile, and feel understood. 
  Have you recently lost your pet or know that painful moment is approaching? 
   Your furry friend, your faithful companion, a true member of the family who gave you unconditional love… is gone. 
   It’s part of life, but most of us are not ready. That kind of grief is hard to carry—especially when those around you don’t fully understand. 
  How do you return to your routine after such a loss? 
   How can you help your children cope with the absence? 
   Will you ever be able to love another animal again? 
   What should you say to a friend who’s grieving their four-legged companion? 
  This book will be your emotional support. Through simple words and touching, even humorous stories, it will help you:Understand the stages of grief and heal at your own pace.Support others through empathy and compassion.Discover strength in your vulnerability and grow from the pain.Know when the time is right to welcome a new furry soul into your life. 
  "One day you will remember your friend, not with tears in your eyes, but with a smile in your heart." 
  About the author – Laura Vidal 
   Born in Alicante in 1984. After the loss of her beloved pets, she went through a deep personal transformation. That grief inspired her bestselling debut “Wait for Me in the Rainbow”, translated into several languages and a long-time Amazon top seller. 
  Today, Laura helps others navigate the pain of losing a pet through books, courses, talks, and personal guidance—turning her story into a mission of love and healing.

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