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A rogue, slave trader, and murderer, Jim Bowie would die a hero at the famous battle of the Alamo. In this purely American story of reinvention, Bowie leaves his comfortable life in New Orleans to help fight for Texas independence. His resilience and fortitude at the Alamo earned him the admiration of his fellow Texans, and, after his death, Bowie's legend would grow and serve as inspiration for generations to come.

Some say he was the greatest warrior in history, building an empire that extended from Europe to Africa and on to India and Central Asia. In a stirring narrative, famed historian John Gunther tells the story of Alexander the Great who, at only age 21, became King of Macedonia and set off on a 12-year journey to conquer the known world and extend the boundaries of Greek civilization.

ONE DOLLAR MAN er den glemte historie om cykelsmeden, der udvandrede med immigrantskib fra København i 1900 med 30 dollars på lommen. Han kæmpede sig op fra bunden af det amerikanske samfund og blev en af USAs største og bedst betalte erhvervsfolk, inden han blev hentet til Washington DC for at hjælpe præsidenten. William S. Knudsen havde et usædvanligt talent for at organisere mænd og maskiner. Han satte samlebåndsproduktionen i system hos Ford, skabte bilmærket Chevrolets store succes og blev øverste direktør for General Motors med 250.000 ansatte.

A naval hero in the American Revolution, John Paul Jones's story merges with another story, that of the birth and growth of the American navy. The story of this patriot of the sea also gives readers insight into early nautical strategy and technology, and the political and economic causes that sparked the wars of which these naval battles.

Communication is the primary tool that manipulators use to impact and control the momentum of the moment. We have identified the 24 most commonly used manipulation tactics and the specific techniques to use as the manipulation occurs, giving you the power to both protect yourself and take control in real time.

The life story of Major Robert Rogers, the New England frontiersman who recruited companies of colonial soldiers, known as Rogers' Rangers, to fight for the British in the French and Indian War, is a compelling mix of military intrigue and national identity. This feisty major codified colonial military strategies into a document, known as Standing Orders, and put these principles to practice in many battles, campaigns, and scouting.

"In der Nacht, als Ronja geboren wurde, rollte der Donner über die Berge. Ja, es war eine Gewitternacht, dass sich selbst alle Unholde, die im Mattiswald hausten, erschrocken verkrochen..." Mitten im Wald, zwischen Räubern, Graugnomen und Wilddruden, wächst Ronja, die Tochter des Räuberhauptmanns Mattis, auf. Eines Tages trifft sie auf ihren Streifzügen Birk, den Räubersohn aus der verfeindeten Sippe von Borka. Und als die Eltern den beiden verbieten, Freunde zu sein, fliehen Ronja und Birk in die Wälder.

In a time where thousands pushed westward to find their fortune, Stephen Austin went west to found a colony. The fierce struggle between Austin's settlers and the Mexican government would lead to the birth of Texas and countless stories of heroes and heroism. Jailed by Mexican authorities, Austin fought a long, bitter struggle for the survival of Texas. Many may not know that Austin's dream almost did not come true.

This program does not contain any universal truths - about anything. It simply asks that you take some time to look at your life and how you can have it work better, in your relationship with family and friends, in your workplace, in your community, and in your relationship with the most important person in your life: you.

A revered citizen-soldier of the American Revolutionary War, South Carolina-born Francis Marion has been dubbed by some the "father of the U.S. Army Special Forces." This innovative patriot earned the nickname the "Swamp Fox" from a British colonel who all too often lost track of Marion when the clever soldier made stealthy retreats into American swamp lands.

Depois de ter conhecido o mundo como oficial da Marinha, o jornalista Garrett McCray agora viaja de Washington até a cidade de Paradise, no Velho Oeste, a fim de entrevistar um médico de destaque para seu jornal, dirigido a leitores pretos. Garrett achava que o Dr. Colton Lee seria um assunto interessante... até conhecer a irmã dele, Spring Lee. Ela mora sozinha, administra o próprio rancho, usa calças jeans em vez de vestidos e é a mulher mais fascinante que ele já conheceu. Só que Spring não está interessada no amor.

Kaum ist das erste Kind da, wird die Beziehung des frischgebackenen Elternpaares auf die Probe gestellt. Stress, Schlafmangel und unterschiedliche Erwartungshaltungen prallen aufeinander. Wer nimmt wie lange Elternzeit? Wie können wir das Familienleben gleichberechtigt gestalten und organisieren? Wie wollen wir die Care-Arbeit aufteilen? Wie können wir rechtzeitig vorsorgen? Vor dem Hintergrund starrer gesellschaftlicher Rollenbilder und institutioneller Strukturen werden diese Fragen schnell zu Streitthemen.

J'ai toujours cru que j'écrivais sur les hommes. Avant de m'apercevoir que je n'écris que sur les femmes. Sur le fait d'en être une. Écrire sur les putes, qui sont payées pour être des femmes, qui sont vraiment des femmes, qui ne sont que ça ; écrire sur la nudité absolue de cette condition, c'est comme examiner mon sexe sous un microscope. Et j'en éprouve la même fascination qu'un laborantin regardant des cellules essentielles à toute forme de vie.

Alfred Döblins Berlin Alexanderplatz er fortællingen om den bomstærke, godmodige og hidsige transportarbejder Franz Bieberkopf. Historien begynder, da Franz løslades efter et fængselsophold (han har dræbt sin kæreste) med alle intentioner om et nyt og bedre liv. Men det er ikke let, han er omgivet af svindel og bedrag, de fleste mennesker, han møder er mere eller mindre fordærvede, og Franz lander i den ene uheldige situation efter den anden.

Donald Schnell had always been a student of most things spiritual, thirsting for an understanding of my connection to God. He had been a devotee of Eastern gurus, directed a Siddha Yoga ashram, and had coauthored a book on alternative health. Then, he answered a call to India that began an extraordinary spiritual adventure.

A story about outlaws and lawmen.

One of the leaders and founders of Texas, Sam Houston confronted all of the prevailing issues of his day. Adopted into a Native American tribe, he fought for fair treatment of Indians in the halls of Congress. Faced with the dissolution of the Union during the Civil War, he tried to lead Texas away from secession. A frontiersman, soldier, and patriot, Houston's influence can be felt well beyond the borders of the Lone Star State.

Er küsste mich, als würde er ertrinken. Er küsste mich, als wäre ich für ihn, wie die Luft zum Atmen. Alle hatten mich vor Tristan Cole gewarnt, mich angefleht, ihm aus dem Weg zu gehen. "Er ist ein Monster, er ist verrückt, und er ist tief verletzt, Liz", hatten sie gesagt. "Er ist nichts als die hässlichen Narben seiner Vergangenheit." Doch was sie alle ignorierten, war die Tatsache, dass auch ich ein bisschen verrückt und tief verletzt war, dass auch ich Narben hatte.

Focusing particularly on George Washington's youth, Sterling North fully captures the spirit of the man as he examines his childhood in colonial Virginia, his early experiences as a member of the militia, and his many other adventures leading up to the Revolutionary War. The fully rounded person who emerges from this captivating portrait is uncomfortable with words, shy with women, totally at home in the outdoors, and deeply in love with the country he helped found.

The controversial founder of Vermont, Ethan Allan's story unfolds on the backdrop of 18th-century life in the New England frontier. In intercolonial disputes over land grants, Allen took a firm stance against the powerful colony of New York. Later he led the Green Mountain Boys in the capture of Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point. A hero to some, a traitor to others, Allen's story resonates with the military and political obstacles encountered by a colony and a nation fighting for freedom.