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  Snakebit - Prelude to War

  John Poniske

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  The Western Maryland, Garret family, struggle to maintain their farm as their neighbors argue the slavery issue. They live in a border state where folks take both sides and emotions run hot. Their stoic matriarch, known only as "Mother" holds the family together in the absence of her dead husband. The deceased patriarch, Valentine,was a giant of a man both in stature and character. He acts as the family conscience and mentor throughout the novel. It is his admonition that people who get snakebit think and act crazy which is how he viewed the state of the country when he died. Gabe the eldest and an adventurer, has wandered off to Bleeding Kansas. This has left taciturn Geoffrey, the spitting image of Valentine. as man of the house. Intelligent and beautiful, Becca is being suited by two beaus, twins no less. But she aspires to something better than being just a backwoods wife. Samuel is the youngest is the wildest member of the clan. Impetuous and ornery. he keeps the family occupied - for good or ill. As the novel progresses historical characters are also introduced including Abraham Lincoln, future President of the Union and Alexander Stephens, future vice President of the Confederacy. Some characters attend historical milestones like the 1859 Republican Political Convention in Chicago, the Contentious Democratic Convention in Charleston South Carolina and the tense trial of John Brown in Charles Town, Virginia. In each instance the question of race tears at the fabric of American society. Ultimately, bitter recriminations lead to secession and war in book two, FIRE-EATERS. Each chapter of each book is a self-contained story. just as each book can stand alone. But through it all the Garretts, their friends and family tell our American story, the story we didn't hear about in school.

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  Before All the World - A Novel

  Moriel Rothman-Zecher

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  In the swirl of Philadelphia at the end of Prohibition, Leyb meets Charles. They are at a former speakeasy called Cricket's, a bar that welcomes, as Charles says in his secondhand Yiddish, feygeles. Leyb is startled; fourteen years in amerike has taught him that his native tongue is not known beyond his people. And yet here is suave Charles, a Black man from the Seventh Ward, a fellow traveler of Red Emma's, speaking Jewish to a young man he will come to call Lion. 
   
   
   
  Lion is haunted by memories of life before, in Zatelsk, where everyone in his village, everyone except the ten non-Jews, a young poet named Gittl, and Leyb himself, was taken to the forest and killed. 
   
   
   
  And then, miraculously, Gittl is in Philadelphia, too, thanks to a poem she wrote and the intervention of a shadowy character known only as the Baroness of Philadelphia. And surrounding Gittl are malokhim, the spirits of her siblings. 
   
   
   
  Moriel Rothman-Zecher's Before All the World lays bare the impossibility of escaping trauma, the necessity of believing in a better way ahead, and the power that comes from our responsibility to the future. It asks the most essential question: What do you intend to do before all the world?

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  Pemulwuy

  Eric Willmot

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  This is the story of one of Australia's first true heroes Pemulwuy. A proud and feared Aboriginal warrior Pemulwuy leads an uncompromising twelve-year war against British colonial oppression and makes the supreme sacrifice in order to guide his people to safety.Most histories of Australia start with the First Fleet and the hard times the colonists had with the climate and unruly convicts. Very few mention what really happened or the blood that was spilled in the wars never spoken of.Pemulwuy a Bidjigal man unites the neighbouring peoples runaway convicts bushrangers and an escaped African known as Black Caesar in a guerilla war that pushes the invading English to the brink. This novel was conceived out of Pemulwuy's legend and the historical events between 1788 and 1802. It is a story that all Australians should know.'This is more than a novel, more than a story, it is the Big Bang: where the idea of Australia starts.' Stan Grant

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  Anna Karenina

  Leo Tolstoy

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  Anna Karenina, Leo Tolstoy’s timeless masterpiece, weaves a tale of passion, betrayal, and societal pressures in 19th-century Russia. Follow the intertwined lives of characters caught in a web of love, tragedy, and morality. From the opulence of Russian aristocracy to the desolation of its rural landscapes, this profound exploration of human emotions and choices resonates across generations. Narrated with care, this audiobook brings Tolstoy's rich characters and sweeping narrative to life. Perfect for those seeking a captivating and thought-provoking experience.

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  Forecast - A 9 11 Historical...

  Aaron Ryan

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  September 11th, 2001. One man will change the past and stop the future.What if you could prevent 9/11? What if you had the power to see the future, but every glimpse you caught filled you with terror? Would you dare to intervene, even if it meant possibly even causing the very calamity you were trying to prevent? This is the dilemma facing 28-year-old meteorologist Roland Bishop from Jersey City.After surviving a lightning strike, Roland discovers he can see glimpses of the future slingshot around the sun by simply being near those who are about to commit atrocities. But when he meets a psychologist who helps him understand the source of his power, Roland realizes that he must make a difficult choice. Will he use his abilities to save innocent lives, or will he inadvertently become a pawn in the very tragedies he's trying to prevent?As Roland grapples with his newfound abilities and the weight of his decisions, he must navigate a dangerous world of chaos and butterfly effects. But the question is, will he be able to change the course of the future, or is it already set in stone?If you like historical revisionist fiction, you'll love this alternative history book about 9/11. From the bestselling author of the alien invasion post apocalyptic books series "Dissonance," Aaron Ryan weaves a complex tale of butterfly effect and chaos theory in the unputdownable, 9/11 historical fiction novel, "Forecast." It's Unbreakable meets The Dead Zone meets Firestarter meets Groundhog Day meets Minority Report in this unforgettable sci-fi September 11th fiction book thriller. Forecast is an alternative history book in a league of its own!

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  Rob Roy

  Walter Scott

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  Audiobook Description: Rob RoyImmerse yourself in the sweeping landscapes and thrilling adventures of Rob Roy, Sir Walter Scott's timeless classic. Set amidst the rugged Scottish Highlands and the bustling cities of England during the early 18th century, this tale of love, honor, and rebellion captures the essence of a nation’s struggle for freedom.
   
  Follow the journey of Frank Osbaldistone, a young Englishman thrust into a world of intrigue and danger as he seeks to reclaim his family's honor. Along the way, he encounters the enigmatic Rob Roy MacGregor, a legendary outlaw and folk hero whose courage and wit shine in the face of adversity. Together, their destinies intertwine in a story rich with vivid characters, dramatic confrontations, and the indomitable spirit of Scotland.
   
  This audiobook brings Scott’s masterful storytelling to life, delivering a vibrant narrative that blends historical detail with gripping drama. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and tales of adventure, Rob Roy is a captivating exploration of loyalty, justice, and the enduring fight for what is right. Prepare to be transported to a world where every moment is alive with tension and every character is unforgettable.
   
  Dive into this epic journey today and experience one of literature's greatest adventures!

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