On November 8, 1967, the author arrived at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, ill-prepared for the training and abuse that awaited him in boot... Læs mere
Presents the lives and accomplishments of 39 women rulers. Celebrated queens like England's Elizabeth I share equal space... Læs mere
Presents a historical and theological understanding of how and why Christian revivalism came to be what it is. It shows how revivalism moved from the... Læs mere
Elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1945, Fred Clarke began his career in 1894 with a record day at the plate, going 5 for 5. He... Læs mere
The Medal of Honor, one of the world's most highly revered military decorations, has been awarded to 3,457 men and one woman since its inception on December 21, 1861. This text details the stories of the 88 African Americans who have been awarded the Medal of Honor.
In a world torn by political strife, mediation and conflict resolution offer hope for global stability. This book examines the peace processes in Northern Ireland, where a peace negotiation has been enacted, and the Middle East, a region in need of peace.
Conceived after the Battle of the Bulge in January 1945, Germany's Operation Nordwind... Læs mere
Covering a range from supernatural fiction to graphic horror, these 25 interviewees discuss the creative challenges, expectations and conventions of the genre. These authors,... Læs mere
"How is Barack Obama represented in popular culture? He is more than the United States' 44th president, but... Læs mere
During the American Civil War, songs united and inspired people on both sides. The North had a well-established music publishing industry when the war broke out, but the South... Læs mere
An encyclopedic reference work to 1802 radio programs broadcast from the years 1924 through 1984. It includes entries casts, character... Læs mere