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Dead Reckoning
by Caitlin RotherNewly updated, the true story of a retired couple, a coldblooded killer, and the controversial aftermath: &“A gripping read.&” —Aphrodite Jones, host of True Crime for Investigation Discovery Network Tom and Jackie Hawks loved their life in retirement, sailing on their yacht, the Well Deserved. But when the birth of a new grandson called them back to Arizona, they put the boat up for sale. Skylar Deleon and his pregnant wife, Jennifer, showed up as prospective buyers, with their baby in a stroller, and the Hawkses thought they had a deal. Soon after, however, the older couple disappeared—and the Deleons promptly tried to access the Hawkses&’s bank accounts. As police investigated, they not found not only a third homicide victim with ties to Skylar, but an unusual motive: Skylar had wanted gender reassignment surgery for years. By killing the Hawkses and plundering their assets, the Deleons planned to clear their $100,000 in debts and still have money for the already-scheduled surgery. Now, in this updated edition, which includes extensive new material, New York Times–bestselling author Caitlin Rother presents new developments in the case. Skylar, who was sentenced to death row for the three murders, transitioned via hormones while living in the San Quentin psych unit. Recently, she legally changed her name and gender, apparently a strategic step to obtain taxpayer-subsidized gender confirmation surgery and transfer to a women&’s prison. Combined with Governor Gavin Newsom&’s moratorium on executions, this only adds insult to injury for the victims&’ families, who want Skylar to receive the ultimate punishment for her crimes. &“Well researched and a quick, engrossing read, this should be popular with true crime readers, especially the Ann Rule crowd.&” —Library Journal
Texas Far & Wide: The Tornado with Eyes, Gettysburgs Last Casualty, the Celestial Skipping Stone and Other Tales
by E.R. Bills"Fascinating information…little-known facts about remarkable Texans and events across the state.&”—North Dallas Gazette Texas is renowned for its legendary and colorful history—but even the state&’s famous storytellers don&’t know it all. Ever hear about the escaped ape in the Big Thicket? Or the "Interplanetary Capital of the Universe" that sat on the Gulf Coast? Does the cowboy hat that warmed U.S.-China relations ring a bell? From the Staked Plain Quakers to the Kaiser Burnout, E.R. Bills delves into some of the most fascinating chapters of overlooked Texas lore. Includes photos
The Sick Bag Song
by Nick CaveThe legendary indie rock star offers a genre-bending chronicle of his 2014 American tour with the Bad Seeds that&’s part memoir, part epic poem. The Sick Bag Song began when Nick Cave was struck with inspiration during a flight between tour stops and reached for an airplane sick bag to scribble it down. This improvised diary soon grew into a restless full-length contemporary odyssey. Spurred by encounters with modern-day North America, beset by longing and exhaustion, Cave teases out the significant moments, the people, the books, and the music that have influenced him over the years.Drawing inspiration from Leonard Cohen, John Berryman, Patti Smith, Sharon Olds, folk ballads and ancient texts, The Sick Bag Song takes the form of a quest, turning over questions of creativity, loss, death, and romance. It is also the perfect companion piece to the Sundance award-winning feature documentary 20,000 Days on Earth.
The Carbon Crunch: How We're Getting Climate Change Wrong—and How to Fix It
by Dieter HelmAn economist&’s take on &“why the world&’s efforts to curb the carbon dioxide emissions behind global warming have gone so wrong, and how it can do better&” (Financial Times). Despite commitments to renewable energy and two decades of international negotiations, global emissions continue to rise. Coal, the most damaging of all fossil fuels, has actually risen from 25% to almost 30% of world energy use. And while European countries congratulate themselves on reducing emissions, they&’ve increased their carbon imports from China and other developing nations, who continue to expand their coal use. As standards of living improve in developing countries, coal use can only increase as well—and global temperatures along with it. Written by an Oxford economist who specializes in environmental issues, this book goes beyond pieties and pipe dreams to address the practical realities that are preventing us from making progress on this crucial issue—and what we can do differently before it&’s too late. &“Should be compulsory reading for the entire political class as well as the bureaucratic elite and the commentariat.&”—New Statesman &“An optimistically levelheaded book about actually dealing with global warming.&”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) &“A powerful and heartfelt plea for hard-nosed realism.&”—New Scientist
Ten Popes Who Shook the World
by Eamon Duffy&“Simply brilliant&” essays on the leaders who have most powerfully shaped not just the Church itself, but the course of human history (Catholic Library World). The Bishops of Rome have been Christianity&’s most powerful leaders for nearly two millennia, and their influence has extended far beyond the purely spiritual. The popes have played a central role in the history of Europe and the wider world, not only shouldering the spiritual burdens of their ancient office, but also contending with—and sometimes precipitating—the cultural and political crises of their times. In an acclaimed series of BBC radio broadcasts, Eamon Duffy explored the impact of ten popes he judged to be among the most influential in history. With this &“enlightening&” book (Booklist), readers may now also enjoy Duffy&’s portraits of these ten exceptional men who shook the world. Beginning with St. Peter, the Rock upon whom the Catholic Church was built, he follows with Leo the Great (fifth century), Gregory the Great (sixth century), Gregory VII (eleventh century), Innocent III (thirteenth century), Paul III (sixteenth century), and Pius IX (nineteenth century). Among twentieth-century popes, Duffy examines the lives and contributions of Pius XII, who was elected on the eve of the Second World War, the kindly John XXIII, who captured the world&’s imagination, and John Paul II, the first non-Italian pope in 450 years. Each of these ten extraordinary individuals, Duffy shows, shaped their own worlds—and in the process, helped to create ours. &“The author is an accomplished writer who is able to make history read like a dramatic novel…Those looking for a concise and even entertaining primer to the papacy will find this collection, if not infallible, at least very worthwhile.&”—Publishers Weekly
Aunty Acid: Laugh 'Til You Leak! (Aunty Acid)
by Ged BacklandIn this collection from the hit webcomic, everyone&’s favorite pink-haired, sassy senior is ready to make you laugh so hard you&’ll…well, you know. Created to give &“the crazy old lady in all of us&” a voice that can be heard from ten blocks away, Aunty Acid, along with her long-suffering husband, Walt, tells it like it is and has her own unique opinions on everything. This collection gathers her best gags, one-liners, and wisecracks that are sure to split your sides, bust your gut, and then some. Aunty Acid is created by Ged Backland and is brought to life by the team at the Backland Studio in Bradford, West Yorkshire, in Northern England.
Eugene O'Neill: A Life in Four Acts (American Critical Archives Ser.)
by Robert M. DowlingAn &“absorbing&” biography of the playwright and Nobel laureate that &“unflinchingly explores the darkness that dominated O&’Neill&’s life&” (Publishers Weekly). This extraordinary biography fully captures the intimacies of Eugene O&’Neill&’s tumultuous life and the profound impact of his work on American drama, innovatively highlighting how the stories he told for the stage interweave with his actual life stories as well as the culture and history of his time. Much is new in this extensively researched book: connections between O&’Neill&’s plays and his political and philosophical worldview; insights into his Irish American upbringing and lifelong torment over losing faith in God; his vital role in African American cultural history; unpublished photographs, including a unique offstage picture of him with his lover Louise Bryant; new evidence of O&’Neill&’s desire to become a novelist and what this reveals about his unique dramatic voice; and a startling revelation about the release of Long Day&’s Journey Into Night in defiance of his explicit instructions. This biography is also the first to discuss O&’Neill&’s lost play Exorcism (a single copy of which was only recently recovered), a dramatization of his own suicide attempt. Written with both a lively informality and a scholar&’s strict accuracy, Eugene O&’Neill: A Life in Four Acts is a biography worthy of America&’s foremost playwright. &“Fast-paced, highly readable . . . building to a devastating last act.&” —Irish Times
The Kentucky Bourbon Cookbook
by Albert W.A. SchmidRecipes with spirit for every meal and every season: &“A great resource and an essential for unlocking the flavors of bourbon in the kitchen.&” ―Tucson Citizen Once thought to be only the tipple of southern gentlemen and the companion of confederate roughnecks, bourbon has gained a steady resurgence in popularity over the years with an ever-expanding and diverse audience. A beverage distilled almost exclusively in Kentucky, bourbon has attained prominence and appreciation for its complexity, history, and tradition. In The Kentucky Bourbon Cookbook, Albert Schmid provides readers with the best recipes using the famous spirit of the Bluegrass. From classic Kentucky cocktails such as the Mint Julep, to bourbon-inspired desserts such as Bourbon-Pecan Crème Brulée with Chocolate Sauce, and more savory fare such as Steaks with Bourbon Ginger Sauce, this book supplies recipes for every course. Schmid uses the four distinct seasons of the Bluegrass State to guide you through this rich collection of bourbon dishes and color photographs. In many ways a lesson on the flavor profiles that pair with and improve the flavor of bourbon, this book can be used by the home cook and the professional chef alike for inspiration to create new dishes—and also recounts bourbon lore, food traditions, and Kentucky history, for a full appreciation of America's native spirit. &“All the recipes are straightforward, are easy to prepare, and involve readily available ingredients. As with most good home cooking, the emphasis is not on the painstaking or the exotic but on easy prep and easy eating.&” ―The Wall Street Journal
Havana Before Castro: When Cuba Was a Tropical Playground
by Peter MoruzziTake a trip to the golden age of Havana in this gorgeously illustrated volume of vintage photographs, postcards, brochures, and other ephemera. Featuring hundreds of historic images and cultural artifacts, Havana Before Castro documents how the Cuban capital evolved from a Prohibition Era getaway destination to a heady blend of glittering nightclubs, outrageous cabarets, all-night bars, and backstreet brothels. Here, captured in one amazing book, is the drama, passion, intrigue, and opulence of a legendary city during its heyday—before the Castro regime took over and Americans were banned from travel to this tropical paradise. In chapters covering such topics as Cuban rum and cigars, the world-famous Tropicana Club, and Havana&’s association with the mob, author Peter Moruzzi provides essential historical context for the many fascinating and evocative images.
Bogeyman: He Was Every Parent's Nightmare
by Steve JacksonThe New York Times bestselling author &“gives a master class on true crime reporting in Bogeyman. He writes with both muscle and heart&” (Gregg Olsen, #1 New York Times bestselling author). Bogeyman describes in dramatic detail and with heartrending poignancy the efforts of tenacious Texas lawmen to solve the cold case murders of three little girls and hold serial child killer David Elliot Penton accountable for his horrific crimes. From the book: &“For years he&’d stalked elementary schools and playground looking for young girls from low-income neighborhoods to abduct, rape and murder. He thought of them as &‘throwaway kids&’—hardly missed, and soon forgotten, except by those who loved them. He was every parent&’s worst nightmare. The bogeyman they warned their children about . . . the fiend who lurked outside bedroom windows.&” &“Absorbing and haunting! Bogeyman spills creepily across the page with Steve Jackson&’s hellacious verve and insight, reminding us there are few better explorers of the American berserk.&”—Ron Franscell, bestselling author of Alice & Gerald: A Homicidal Love Story &“Steve Jackson&’s latest, Bogeyman, reveals a living, breathing nightmare that haunted parents, as well as detectives. Be sure to add it to your reading list if you&’re a fan of true crime books.&”—Aaron Habel, host of Generation Why Podcast &“There are true crime books that just lay out the facts, and there are true crime books that pull you deeply into a world. Jackson writes deeply . . . It&’s all in Bogeyman, a fascinating, well-paced read about the lows and highs of cold case investigations.&”—Katherine Ramsland, bestselling author and professor of forensic psychology, in Psychology Today
Tested: How Twelve Wrongly Imprisoned Men Held Onto Hope (Tested Ser.)
by Peyton BuddWrongly convicted inmates of the Dallas prison system tell their stories of survival and exoneration through personal interviews in this revealing book.Advances in DNA technology have revolutionized how criminals are prosecuted, but it has also brought a ray of hope to those serving time for crimes they never committed. Across the country, DNA testing is exonerating wrongfully convicted and imprisoned people—and nowhere more so than in Dallas, Texas. In Tested, authors Peyton and Dorothy Budd dramatically reveal how these men kept their hope, their faith, and their sanity. Through a series of personal interviews, these men share the secrets of what sustained them behind bars. Whether through dreams or hustle, music or words, these men found what they needed to survive. Their stories illuminate both the failures of the justice system and the resilience of the human spirit.
Jirel of Joiry (Golden Age Masterworks Ser.)
by C.L. MooreFor fans of Red Sonja and Xena the Warrior Princess, a collection of five fantasy stories starring a mighty and powerful female warrior. The 1930s heralded the arrival of C.L. Moore, one of the pioneering women writers of speculative fiction, and the appearance of fantasy&’s landmark female hero: Jirel of Joiry. With her red hair flowing, her yellow eyes glinting like embers, and her face streaked with blood, Jirel is strong, fearless, and driven by honor. Her legendary debut, Black God&’s Kiss, begins as her castle, Joiry, is overrun by invaders, but knowing that this is one battle she cannot fight, she summons her courage and cunning and descends into the castle&’s hidden reaches, where she crosses through a doorway into Hell itself…Jirel of Joiry collects the classic tales of blood and vengeance that secured C.L. Moore&’s place among legendary authors of sword and sorcery like Robert E. Howard and Edgar Rice Burroughs. Originally published in the magazine Weird Tales, Moore&’s fantastic tales of warriors, gods, and magic are defined by a fierce, romantic vision that helped define the genre, earning her the title of Grand Master for lifetime achievement by the World Fantasy Convention.Includes &“Black God&’s Kiss,&” &“Black God&’s Shadow,&” &“Jirel Meets Magic,&” &“The Dark Land,&” and &“Hellsgarde.&”&“One of the best authors of her era.... The stories are engaging and well written, and the central character, who is headstrong and passionate, is more than compelling…. Fans of eldritch horror and sinister gods…will find much to enjoy here.&”—Alan Brown, Tor.com
A History of Smuggling in Florida: Rumrunners and Cocaine Cowboys (True Crime Ser.)
by Stan ZimmermanWhy Florida has been a smuggler&’s paradise for centuries—and how traffic in everything from weapons to exotic flowers has shaped the state&’s history. Amateur smugglers may sneak a box of Cuban cigars into the U.S. here and there—but in the big picture, untaxed and untraced commerce, aka contraband, is a trillion-dollar-per-year global business. New technologies to discover and curb smuggling are met by equally well-equipped perpetrators, determined to stay below the radar. With its long coastline, hundreds of remote landing strips, and airports clogged with sun-seeking tourists, Florida is a superhighway of smuggling. It is easy to move illegal goods like weapons, drugs, slaves, exotic birds and flowers, all while avoiding the best efforts of U.S. and international customs authorities. Who does this smuggling? Well one Florida governor and the wife of another, for starters. Everyone from hardscrabble commercial fishermen, Spanish explorers, Mafia mobsters, crew chiefs for fruit pickers, respected attorneys—and even one Florida governor and the wife of another. This fascinating history covers the role of smuggling in Florida history, including its discovery and settlement, the Seminole Wars, and the Civil War. With stories of land booms, money laundering, drug runners, and more, this is a book that leaves no stone unturned—or suitcase unopened
Mr. Splitfoot: A Novel
by Samantha HuntThe strange odysseys of two young women animate this &“hypnotic and glowing&” American gothic novel that blurs the line between the real and the supernatural (Gregory Maguire, The New York Times Book Review). A New York Times Editors&’ Choice A Paris Review Staff Pick Ruth and Nat are seventeen. They are orphans living at The Love of Christ! Foster Home in upstate New York. And they may be able to talk to the dead. Enter Mr. Bell, a con man with mystical interests who knows an opportunity when he sees one. Together they embark on an unexpected journey that connects meteor sites, utopian communities, lost mothers, and a scar that maps its way across Ruth&’s face. Decades later, Ruth visits her niece, Cora. But while Ruth used to speak to the dead, she now doesn&’t speak at all. Even so, she leads Cora on a mysterious mission that involves crossing the entire state of New York on foot. Where is she taking them? And who—or what—is hidden in the woods at the end of the road? &“[A] gripping novel…The narratives, which twist together into a shocking dénouement, are marked by ghost stories.&”—The New Yorker
Naturally, Delicious Dinners
by Danny SeoNaturally, Danny Seo editor-in-chief Danny Seo returns with Naturally, Delicious Dinners, a cookbook dedicated to those who want to live healthily and choose foods mindfully. Packed with real nutritional value, these dinners don’t skimp on taste: they are rich, enticing, and filling. Danny Seo proves once again that your daily meals can be healthy, eco-friendly, time-efficient, sustainable, comforting, and, with these stellar dinners on display, more delicious than ever before. Give Autumnal Chickpea & Blistered Corn Chowder, Lentil ‘Bolognese’ with Garlic Pull-Apart Bread, Root Vegetable Tater Tot Gratin, Beach Soup, or Zucchini Noodles with Basil Arugula Pesto a try.
Jon Bonnell's Waters: Fine Coastal Cuisine
by Jon BonnellWith a focus on fresh, sustainable ingredients, Chef Jon Bonnell shares his passion for seafood.Included are recipes for visual showstoppers like Braided Poached Arctic Char and classics like Seared Crabcakes with Scallion Lime Aioli. Taste something new with Jon&’s recipe for Seared Tilefish with Tarragon Cream Sauce or try a twist on a trendy favorite—Crispy CatfishTacos with Spicy Slaw. Even the pickiest of dinner guests will be full of praise when you whip up a side of Crawpuppies or Lobster Mac and Cheese. A wide range of recipes makes this book a great choice for the seafood novice and aficionado alike.
Sheet Pan Desserts: Delicious Treats You Can Make with a Sheet, 13x9 or Jelly Roll Pan (Betty Crocker Cooking)
by Betty CrockerYour sheet pan is a star with these easy, no-fuss dessert recipes like big-batch cakes, slab pies, creative bars, and candy. A sheet pan, or its sibling the 13 x 9 pan, can be found in almost every kitchen, and is a versatile tool—from baking to freezing to refrigerating, the sheet pan delivers terrific desserts. The 125 recipes here, each with a photo, show the variety of recipes, with chapters on Cakes, Bars, Brownies, Slab Pies, Candy and Refrigerated and Frozen Desserts. Also included is information on how to get the most from a sheet pan; how to freeze desserts; tips on gift giving, bake sales, and mailing; and clever serving ideas such as brownie ice cream sandwiches. From luscious German Chocolate Sheet Cake and Mudslide Ice Cream Cake to Peanut Butter Fudge Bars and Apple-Pomegranate Slab Pie, sheet pan desserts are the perfect choice for delivering big results and flavor with little effort.
Nonbelievers, Apostates, and Atheists in the Muslim World
by Jack David Eller Natalie KhazaalNonbelievers, Apostates, and Atheists in the Muslim World offers a contemporary, cross-cultural look at nonbelief and nonreligion in Islam. Providing historical, conceptual, statistical, and ethnographic data on nonbelievers from Morocco to Egypt, Turkey, and Bangladesh, it explores the unique nature and challenges of nonreligion for Muslims.It includes 11 chapters by experts on nonbelief, nonreligion, and atheism in an array of Muslim-majority countries. The book features multiple disciplines and offers both ethnographic and statistical information on this important, growing, but neglected population. It explores the unique nature of nonreligion in Islam, illustrating that nonbelief is specific to a particular religious tradition. It also examines how ex-Muslims navigate complexities and dangers of their societies—especially for women—and how nonbelief and nonreligion do not equate to atheism or the total repudiation of religion or of Muslim identity.This book is an outstanding resource for scholars and students of nonbelief, atheism, secularism, religion, and contemporary Islam.Chapters 4 and 5 of this book are freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license
Designing Interactions with Robots: Methods and Perspectives (Chapman & Hall/CRC Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Series)
by Maria Luce Lupetti Cristina Zaga Nazli Cila Selma Šabanović Malte F. JungDeveloping robots to interact with humans is a complex interdisciplinary effort. While engineering and social science perspectives on designing human–robot interactions (HRI) are readily available, the body of knowledge and practices related to design, specifically interaction design, often remain tacit. Designing Interactions with Robots fills an important resource gap in the HRI community, and acts as a guide to navigating design-specific methods, tools, and techniques.With contributions from the field's leading experts and rising pioneers, this collection presents state of the art knowledge and a range of design methods, tools, and techniques, which cover the various phases of an HRI project. This book is accessible to an interdisciplinary audience, and does not assume any design knowledge. It provides actionable resources whose efficacy have been tested and proven in existing research.This manual is essential for HRI design students, researchers, and practitioners alike. It offers crucial guidance for the processes involved in robot and HRI design, marking a significant stride toward advancing the HRI landscape.The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
The Secret Lives of Bats: My Adventures with the World's Most Misunderstood Mammals
by Merlin TuttleStories and science surrounding the beloved bat, from an ecologist who has dedicated his life to the curious creature.Few people realize how sophisticated and intelligent bats are. Merlin Tuttle knows, and he has stopped at nothing to find and protect them on every continent they inhabit. Sharing highlights from a lifetime of adventure and discovery, Tuttle takes us to the frontiers of bat research to show that frog-eating bats can identify frogs by their calls, that some bats have social sophistication similar to that of higher primates, and that bats have remarkable memories. Bats also provide enormous benefits by eating crop pests, pollinating plants, and carrying seeds needed for reforestation. They save farmers billions of dollars annually and are essential to a healthy planet. Tuttle&’s account forever changes the way we see these poorly understood yet fascinating creatures. &“Grips and doesn't let go.&”—Wall Street Journal&“It&’s a terrific read.&”—Huffington Post &“A whirlwind adventure story and a top-shelf natural history page-turner.&”—Sy Montgomery, author of The Soul of an Octopus&“One of the best, most interesting books I&’ve ever read.&”—Elizabeth Marshall Thomas, author of The Hidden Life of Dogs
Palm Springs Paradise: Vintage Photographs from America's Desert Playground
by Peter MoruzziThis book collects more than two hundred fascinating and rarely seen historical photographs of Palm Springs, newly digitized from the Palm Springs Historical Society's expansive archive. Featured are many Hollywood celebrities, including Sinatra and the Rat Pack, who vacationed there, the early days of the desert paradise, various architectural masterworks, such as the fabulous El Mirador Hotel and the extraordinary, outrageous, and irreverent people of Palm Springs.
Executive Command (The Executive Series #3)
by Gary GrossmanA Secret Service agent must stop terrorists targeting America&’s most valuable—and vulnerable—natural resource…&“A great thrill ride.&”—Dwight Jon Zimmerman, New York Times-bestselling coauthor of Lincoln&’s Last Days The nation&’s water resources are high on the terrorist target list—but low in America&’s consciousness. Water sources are largely unprotected, providing open access to any enemy with chemicals and biotoxins. So far we&’ve been lucky. But now that luck may be running out… This is the all-too-real-and-present danger facing President Morgan Taylor and Secret Service Agent Scott Roarke as they try to prevent terrorists from destroying America and its infrastructure city by city, state by state. Fact-based in frightening detail, Executive Command is a political thriller that will leave you wondering the next time you pour a glass of water. &“Moving at break-neck speed and nothing short of sensational. Grossman is a master storyteller who sets you up and delivers. Executive Command is not just a great book, it&’s a riveting experience!&”—W.G. Griffiths, award-winning and bestselling author of Methuselah&’s Pillar
History Mysteries (New Books for New Readers)
by James C. KlotterFour true stories of unexplained deaths and disappearances from Kentucky&’s past. Historians are like detectives—and some historical events are like cold cases that haven&’t been solved yet. This concise, clearly written book presents the stories of four mysteries of Kentucky history: • The disappearance of James Harrod, who told his wife he was going hunting in 1792 and never returned • The unknown fate of &“Honest Dick&” Tate, the nineteenth-century Kentucky State Treasurer who ran off with a fortune in stolen funds • The battlefield death of Indian chief Tecumseh • The assassination of William Goebel, who died four days after being sworn in as governor In this enjoyable trip through the past, Kentucky State Historian James Klotter offers clues—but leaves the solutions to the reader.
Handwriting Analysis: The Complete Basic Book
by Karen Kristin Amend Mary Stanbury RuizLearn the many ways handwriting can reveal personality traits in this comprehensive introduction to graphology. In Handwriting Analysis, graphology expert Karen Kristin Amend offers a fresh approach to the principles of graphology. Covering all aspects of handwriting, from size and spacing to pace and form quality, this book is designed to help readers learn the skills of whole-person profiling. Amend demonstrates how to determine various personality traits ranging from mood to moral character, self-confidence, and emotional needs. She also shows how to detect emotional disturbance or mental illness. With new material for understanding the significance of the writing rhythm, this volume also provides handwriting samples of famous people.
Hidden History of Maine (Hidden History)
by Harry GratwickDiscover 400 years of New England history you won&’t find in guidebooks in this collection of true stories and colorful characters from The Pine Tree State. Maine wouldn&’t be the magical place it is today without the contributions of little-known individuals whose inspiring and adventuresome lives make up the story of Maine's "hidden history." Journalist and Maine historian Harry Gratwick presents vividly detailed portraits of these Mainers, from the controversial missionary Sebastien Rale to Woolwich native William Phips, whose seafaring attacks against French Canada earned him the first governorship of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Gratwick also profiles inventors such as Robert Benjamin Lewis, an African American from Gardiner who patented a hair growth product in the 1830s, and Margaret Knight, a York native who defied nineteenth-century sexism to earn the nickname "the female Edison." From soprano Lillian Nordica, who left Farmington to become the most glamorous American opera singer of her day, to slugger George "Piano Legs" Gore, the only Mainer to ever win a Major League Baseball batting championship, Hidden History of Maine reveals the men and women who made history without making it into history books.