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...If You Were a Pioneer on the Prairie
by Anne KammaThis new addition to the popular question-and-answer history series invites readers to step back in time to what it was like growing up 100 years ago on the Great Plains of America.
...If You Were at the First Thanksgiving
by Anne KammaWritten from a child's perspective, this book answers the questions of what it may have been like to have been at the First Thanksgiving celebration, where nearly half of the 52 Pilgrims were 16-years-old and younger. It also answers questions about life in the new settlement of Plymouth, about the native people, and more.
...and a Hard Rain Fell
by John KetwigAn honest and soul searching true story of a GI's experience of the war in Vietnam
...and a hard rain fell
by John Ketwig"A magnetic, bloody, moving, and worm's-eye view of soldiering in Vietnam, an account that is from the first page to last a wound that can never heal. A searing gift to his country."-Kirkus ReviewsThe classic Vietnam war memoir, ...and a hard rain fell is the unforgettable story of a veteran's rage and the unflinching portrait of a young soldier's odyssey from the roads of upstate New York to the jungles of Vietnam. Updated for its 20th anniversary with a new afterword on the Iraq War and its parallels to Vietnam, John Ketwig's message is as relevant today as it was twenty years ago."Solidly effective. He describes with ingenuous energy and authentic language that time and place."-Library Journal"Perhaps as evocative of that awful time in Vietnam as the great fictions...a wild surreal account, at its best as powerful as Celine's darkling writing of World War One."-Washington Post
.45-Caliber Law: The Way of Life of the Frontier Peace Officer
by William MacLeod RaineWilliam MacLeod Raine was a small boy when he came to this country in 1881 from London, England, with his father and brothers. They settled in the Southwest, then a land lawless at times and places. Jesse James and Billy the Kid still terrorized the districts in which they lived. Most of the characters mentioned in this book were alive, and vigorously fighting for or against the law, while Raine was growing up.After his graduation from Oberlin College, in Ohio, young Raine returned to the West and lived there, although with frequent excursions to other parts of the world. He had been a newspaper reporter, an editorial writer, a university lecturer, and a contributor to magazines.For more than sixty years Raine was in and of the West. He knew personally some of the men whose adventures he tells of in this book, and from other of their friends and acquaintances he picked up details and anecdotes. Even in his fiction Raine was noted for the accuracy with which he portrays the spirit and the background of the locale in which his characters move.
. . . And Then You Die of Dysentery: Lessons in Adulting from The Oregon Trail
by Lauren ReevesA funny, nostalgic tribute to the Oregon Trail computer game—invented nearly fifty years ago, and beloved by generations of students. Pack your wagons, find your ride-or-(literally) die friends, and roll up to Matt&’s General Store with a sack of cash—it&’s time to hit the Oregon Trail, twenty-first-century style! …And Then You Die of Dysentery is a journey through the sometimes frustrating, always entertaining, and universally beloved Oregon Trail computer game. Featuring a four-color design in the game&’s iconic 8-bit format, alongside pop culture references galore, the book offers 50 humorous, snarky lessons gleaned from the game&’s most iconic moments, including gems such as: —Suffering from exhaustion is a real thing. (It&’s not just PR code for why a celebrity went to rehab.) —If you hunt too frequently in one area, game will become scarce. (The first signs of gentrification!) —Invite your sweetie to cuddle with you while looking up at the stars. (The night sky was the original Netflix & Chill. Step 1: Loosen up Orion&’s belt...) With its comic commentary and absurdist nostalgia, ...And Then You Die of Dysentery is the ultimate trip down memory lane, and all the way to the Willamette Valley.
0607 Hamare Ateet-1 class 6 - Himachal Pradesh Board: 0607 हमरे एईटीईटी -1 कक्षा 6 - हिमाचल प्रदेश बोर्ड
by Himachal Pradesh School Shiksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject Social Science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class six. The accessible version of the book doesnt leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
0608 Samajik avm Rajneetik Jivan-I - Himachal Pradesh Board
by Himachal Pradesh School Shiksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject Social Science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class six. The accessible version of the book doesn't leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
0609 Prathavi Hamara Aavas class 6 - Himachal Pradesh Board: 0609 प्रतिमा हमरा अवास कक्षा 6 - हिमाचल प्रदेश बोर्ड
by Himachal Pradesh School Shiksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject Social Science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class six. The accessible version of the book doesn't leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
0708 Hamara Paryavaran - Himachal Pradesh Board
by Himachal Pradesh School Shiksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject Social Science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class seven. The accessible version of the book doesn’t leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
0709 Samajik Avm Rajneetik Jivan-2 class 7 - Himachal Pradesh Board: 0709 समाजिक अवं रजनीतिक जीवन -2 कक्षा 7 - हिमाचल प्रदेश बोर्ड
by Himachal Pradesh School Shiksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject Social Science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class seven. The accessible version of the book doesn’t leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
0808 Sansadhan Avm Vikas class 8 - Himachal Pradesh Board: 0808 संधान अवाम विकास वर्ग 8 - हिमाचल प्रदेश बोर्ड
by Himachal Pradesh School Siksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject social science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class 8th. The accessible version of the book doesn’t leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
0821 Hamare Ateet-III Bhag 2 class 8 - Himachal Pradesh Board: 0821 हमरे अतेथ - III भाग 2 कक्षा 8 - हिमाचल प्रदेश बोर्ड
by Himachal Pradesh School Siksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject social science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class 8th. The accessible version of the book doesn’t leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
0909 Loktantrik Rajneeti class 9 - Himachal Pradesh Board: 0909 लोकतांत्रिक रजनीति कक्षा 9 - हिमाचल प्रदेश बोर्ड
by Himachal Pradesh School Siksha BoardThis book is the basic text book of subject social science prescribed by the himachal pradesh board for the students of class 9th. The accessible version of the book doesn’t leave any part of the book. Students and aspiring civil servants must read this to get success in the state and national level examinations.
1 August 1943 - Today's Target Is Ploesti: A Departure From Doctrine
by Lieutenant Colonel Robert J. ModrovskyThe focus of this paper will be on the 1 August 1943 bombing raid on the Ploesti oil field and refineries by an American task force composed of bombardment groups of the Eighth and Ninth Air Forces. The Ploesti raid stood apart from the rest of the war in the air. The idea for it, and the unusual tactics employed, came from the top; it generated from General Arnold's headquarters and was approved by President Roosevelt. Winston Churchill called Ploesti "the taproot of German might." It was not a part of any particular campaign, but was considered vital in itself. It was painstakingly planned and executed relatively quickly by the best-prepared and most experienced force available at the time. It was also fought with unparalleled bravery, the sole action of the war for which five Congressional Medals of Honor were awarded. The purpose in examining Ploesti is to first gain a complete understanding of the events leading to the planning for the raid, the raid itself, and finally the impact on the Germans in its aftermath. With this established, the intent is to assess the raid while keeping one fascinating question in mind - after building a doctrine for twenty years based on high altitude, daylight, precision bombing, why, in its first major bombing effort, did the United States "depart from doctrine" and conduct a low level bombing mission on Ploesti, the only low-level bombing mission conducted in the war?
1 Corinthians: New Testament Volume 9A (Reformation Commentary on Scripture Series #9a)
by Scott M. ManetschIn his first letter to the church in Corinth, Paul writes, "I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures" (1 Cor 15:3-4 ESV). Reflecting on Paul's summary of the gospel, sixteenth-century biblical commentator, theologian, and Lutheran pastor Tilemann Hesshus wrote, "The central tenet and foundation of our entire religion is that our Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins and rose again for our justification. All of our comfort, salvation and hope rest upon this foundation. From this is derived that greatest comfort concerning the resurrection of the dead and the future life of eternal glory." Throughout the church's history, Christians have turned to the epistles of the Apostle Paul in order to understand the essentials of the Christian faith, learn from the challenges faced by early Christians, and discern how to navigate the complexities of following Christ. Among those who gained wisdom from Paul were the Protestant Reformers, who found inspiration and instruction about how to lead the church of their day during a time of significant theological debate, ecclesiastical reform, and spiritual renewal. In this volume of the Reformation Commentary on Scripture, Scott Manetsch guides readers through a diversity of Reformation-era commentary on the first of Paul's letters to the Corinthians. Within this volume, readers will encounter familiar voices and discover lesser-known figures from a variety of theological traditions, including Lutherans, Reformed, Radicals, Anglicans, and Roman Catholics. Drawing on a variety of resources—including commentaries, sermons, treatises, and confessions—much of which appears here for the first time in English, it provides resources for contemporary preachers, enables scholars to better understand the depth and breadth of Reformation commentary, and helps all Christians cling to the things of first importance.
1 Dead in Attic: After Katrina
by Chris RoseWith a new foreword by the author—Chris Rose&’s New York Times bestselling collection: &“A gripping book about life&’s challenges in post-Katrina New Orleans…packed with heart, honesty, and wit&” (New Republic).Celebrated as a local classic and heaped with national praise, 1 Dead in Attic is a brilliant collection of columns by an award-winning Times-Picayune journalist chronicling the horrific damage and aftermath wrought by Hurricane Katrina in 2006. “Frank and compelling...vivid and invaluable” (Booklist), it is a roller coaster ride through a devastated American wasteland as it groans for rebirth. Full of the emotion, tragedy and even humor—which has made Chris Rose a favorite son and the voice of a lost city—these are the stories of the dead and the living, of survivors and believers, of destruction and recovery, and of hope and despair. With photographs by British photojournalist Charlie Varley, 1 Dead in Attic captures New Orleans caught between an old era and a new, New Orleans in its most desperate time, as it struggled out of floodwaters and willed itself back to life.
1 Group Bomber Command: An Operational Record
by Chris Ward Greg Harrison Grzegorz KorczA history of the British Royal Air Force&’s 1 Group Bomber Command during World War II. During the period immediately before the Second World War, the RAF modified its command structure to rationalize for rapid expansion. Bomber Command was divided into six operational groups, each flying the same type of aircraft, including Wellingtons, Sterlings, and Lancasters. Chris Ward presents us here with the history of 1 Group Bomber Command, having previously acquainted us with the histories of three, four, five, and six Groups in four highly acclaimed volumes, published by Pen and Sword. He continues with characteristic ease, quality of research, and narrative pace, to present us with an operational record of the group&’s activities during a particularly dramatic period of aviation history. The book contains individual squadron statistics, their commanding officers, stations, and aircraft losses. It provides an exhaustive reference for one of the RAF&’s most important operational groups.
1 Group: Bomber Command’s Unsung Heroes
by Patrick OtterFollowing the recent unveiling of the monument to Bomber Command in London's Green Park, the publication of this lovingly crafted account of the exploits of oft-overlooked 1 Group is set to be a timely one. Patrick Otter combines an appropriate level of detail regarding operations, aircraft, bases and incidents, with accounts of human endurance and squadron fraternity, which works to create a thoroughly well researched account of the wartime proceedings of 1 Group which is rooted firmly in humanity. The book is heavily illustrated throughout with both images of aircraft and pilot profiles, supplementing the text perfectly and working further to humanize the accounts which the author relays, as well as satisfying the Aviation buffs curiosity for new and interesting images of aircraft in their wartime contexts. Although often considered a somewhat controversial operational unit, the bravery of the men who made up Bomber Command has never been in question. This book is further testament to that fact.
1 Kings 12 to 22: The Kingdom Divides (MacArthur Bible Studies)
by John F. MacArthurUnder King Solomon the Israelites had been a united people, but that all changed when his foolish son Rehoboam came to power. In the days that followed, the nation divided into two separate kingdoms. The reigns of these kings were turbulent, marked by a succession of ungodly monarchs in conflict with the Lord's prophets. Among these rulers, perhaps none stood out more than Ahab and Jezebel, who not only led the northern nation of Israel into idolatry but actually conspired to murder a man simply because they wanted his garden!In this study, pastor John MacArthur will guide you through an in-depth look at this historical period, beginning with the split between Judah and Israel, continuing into the remarkable events that occurred during the prophet Elijah's ministry, and concluding with the death of the ungodly King Ahab. Studies include close-up examinations of Elijah, Ahab, Jezebel, Asa, and others, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as "the Sin of Syncretism" and "Being Faithful to God's Word."—ABOUT THE SERIES—The MacArthur Bible Study series is designed to help you study the Word of God with guidance from widely respected pastor and author John MacArthur. Each guide provides intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture by examining its parts and incorporates:Extensive, but straight-forward commentary on the text.Detailed observations on overriding themes, timelines, history, and context.Word and phrase studies to help you unlock the broader meaning and apply it to your life.Probing, interactive questions with plenty of space to write down your response and thoughts.
1 Mississippi 2 Mississippi: A Mississippi Number Book
by Michael Shoulders1 Mississippi, 2 Mississippi is a fitting follow-up to its companion state alphabet book. This fun, colorful, and superbly informative book teaches children about numbers using recognizable places, events, and facts from their respective states. Numbers throughout the books are explained with simple rhyme for younger children and are accompanied by detailed expository text for older learners.
1 de març de 1951: la vaga dels tramvies
by Francesc VilanovaLa vaga dels tramvies, iniciada l’1 de març de 1951, constitueix sens dubte un dia que ha fet història i que ens ha forjat com a poble. L’1 de març de 1951, a Barcelona, milers de ciutadans es van negar a agafar els tramvies per protestar contra l’augment del preu dels bitllets. Com es podia combatre una vaga d’usuaris en plena dictadura? Les lleis franquistes prohibien un munt d’activitats, però no havien previst la possibilitat de castigar aquells que es neguessin a utilitzar un servei públic. Aquesta protesta popular, que denunciava la incompetència i la corrupció moral del poder, i la posterior vaga general van esdevenir una referència inexcusable per a la lluita contra la dictadura. I van ser el punt de partida per a deixar enrere la resignació i el fatalisme de la postguerra i la descoberta que valia la pena lluitar i plantar cara.
1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die: A Listener's Life List (1,000 Before You Die)
by Tom MoonThe musical adventure of a lifetime. The most exciting book on music in years. A book of treasure, a book of discovery, a book to open your ears to new worlds of pleasure. Doing for music what Patricia Schultz—author of the phenomenal 1,000 Places to See Before You Die—does for travel, Tom Moon recommends 1,000 recordings guaranteed to give listeners the joy, the mystery, the revelation, the sheer fun of great music. <P><P> This is a book both broad and deep, drawing from the diverse worlds of classical, jazz, rock, pop, blues, country, folk, musicals, hip-hop, world, opera, soundtracks, and more. It's arranged alphabetically by artist to create the kind of unexpected juxtapositions that break down genre bias and broaden listeners’ horizons— it makes every listener a seeker, actively pursuing new artists and new sounds, and reconfirming the greatness of the classics. Flanking J. S. Bach and his six entries, for example, are the little-known R&B singer Baby Huey and the '80s Rastafarian hard-core punk band Bad Brains. Farther down the list: The Band, Samuel Barber, Cecelia Bartoli, Count Basie, and Afropop star Waldemer Bastos. <P> Each entry is passionately written, with expert listening notes, fascinating anecdotes, and the occasional perfect quote—"Your collection could be filled with nothing but music from Ray Charles," said Tom Waits, "and you'd have a completely balanced diet." Every entry identifies key tracks, additional works by the artist, and where to go next. And in the back, indexes and playlists for different moods and occasions.
1,001 Things You Always Wanted to Know About the Bible, But Never Thought to Ask
by J. Stephen LangFrom the author of the bestselling Complete Book of Bible Trivia, fascinating facts from the social and cultural history of the Bible.With 1,001 Things You Always Wanted to Know About the Bible but Never Thought to Ask discover how the Bible has impacted language, U.S. history, worship, music, art, literature, movies, and theater; how the Bible was passed down to us; plus every key person, place, event, and idea in the Bible. Bestselling Bible trivia author J. Stephen Lang’s intriguing tidbits will leave you yearning to know more about the world’s most fascinating book. Whether you are a seasoned Bible student or just getting started, you will enjoy reading this invaluable resource.
1,411 Quite Interesting Facts
by John Lloyd John Mitchinson James Harkin1,411 Quite Interesting Facts to Knock You Sideways is a gold mine of wide-ranging, eye-opening, brain-bursting nuggets of trivia that's impossible to put down, another "treasure trove of factoids" (National Public Radio, Weekend Edition). Did you know?Orchids can get jet lagLizards can't walk and breathe at the same timeFrank Sinatra took a shower 12 times a dayLadybug orgasms last for 30 minutesThere are 177,147 ways to tie a tieTraffic lights existed before carsThe soil in your garden is 2 million years old