Born in rural Ohio in 1897, Beryl Halley was educated at a strict Freewill Baptist school. After briefly teaching in a one-room... Læs mere
One of the oldest and most celebrated franchises in baseball history, the Cincinnati Reds have left an indelible mark... Læs mere
The 1912 Olympic Games held in Stockholm, Sweden, were the most 'modern' Olympic Games yet celebrated and the most... Læs mere
Presents regimental history that follows the 111th New York Volunteer Infantry's service from muster through victory. This title provides details on the towns from which the regiment was organized and examines the men who served in its ranks.
" The book is the day by day story of the 1954 Indians, whose .721 winning percentage is still the highest in American League history. It tells how down the... Læs mere
Examines the integration of baseball - widely viewed as a triumph - through the experiences of the American League and finds only a... Læs mere
The Christian faith has had a powerful impact on every sphere of art in the West, even art which can on the surface seem... Læs mere
Often neglected, except for specific battles in the region, the Civil War in Missouri and Kansas had a profound influence in the course of the war;... Læs mere
This work focuses on the all black 92nd Infantry Division in the Italian Campaign of World War II and the poor combat performance of... Læs mere
Even years after its original composition, Charles Dickens' ""A Christmas... Læs mere