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The lure of the American West is in the spirit of adventure, in the majestic expanse of unconquered wilderness and in rugged individuals on a quest for identity and sometimes for survival. Owen Wister's unsmiling Virginian... Dorothy M. Johnson's, "A Man Called Horse": These are a few of the colorful, even legendary characters who populate The American West in Fiction, a collection of stories edited by Jon Tuska.

Reubin Flood, the most wanted man in the history of the Federation of Planets, is one of the few remaining survivors of “Olde Earthe,” as it's now called. He's also the most dangerous human alive, when he finds himself cornered on an agricultural planet named Snister. Following his wife's murder, Reubin vowed to destroy the company world government; but to do so, he has to find some way of controlling the alternate personality that lurks deep in his subconscious--Habu, a primeval berserker of inhuman proportions, whose only purpose is to kill, maim, and destroy.

Bitter fighting over deficits, taxes, and spending bedevils Washington, D.C., even as partisan gridlock has brought the government to the brink of default. Yet the more politicians on both sides of the aisle rant and the citizenry fumes, the more things seem to remain the same. White House Burning looks squarely at the burgeoning national debt and proposes to defuse its threat to our well-being without forcing struggling middle-class families and the elderly into poverty.

Originally published anonymously in 1912, The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man revealed as never before the color line dividing America, and the price it exacted on those souls who could traverse the two worlds. The book presents the fictional account of "an ex-colored man" - an African-American who could pass for white - as he attempts to choose which side of the line will better suit his life, and his psyche.

When 57-year-old Ethan Zachary is ravaged by mysterious ball lightning, he starts growing progressively younger. As the condition begins to take hold, he realizes the end result will eventually kill him, ruining his plans to run for Congress - as well as his marriage. He does find a few compensations: his new youth and vigor attract a Cuban refugee reporter and a young lady lawyer, and his libido has been magically restored. Then a reclusive billionaire snatches "EZ" to use him as a medical guinea pig.

James Weldon Johnson's emotionally gripping novel is a landmark in black literary history and, more than eighty years after its original anonymous publication, a classic of American fiction. The first fictional memoir ever written by a black, The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man influenced a generation of writers during the Harlem Renaissance and served as eloquent inspiration for Zora Neale Hurston, Ralph Ellison, and Richard Wright.

James Weldon Johnson was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on 17th June 1871. His mother, Helen, a musician and a public school teacher, initially home-schooled him, giving him a love of both English literature and European music. At 16, his education moved to Atlanta University, and he graduated with a degree in 1894. In 1904 Johnson helped in Theodore Roosevelt's presidential bid. On winning, Roosevelt appointed him as US consul at Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, in 1906 and then Nicaragua from 1909.

African American literature is the body of literature produced in the United States by writers of African descent. It begins with the works of such late 18th-century writers as Phillis Wheatley. Before the high point of enslaved people narratives, African-American literature was dominated by autobiographical spiritual narratives. The genre known as slave narratives in the 19th century were accounts by people who had generally escaped from slavery, about their journeys to freedom and ways they claimed their lives.

"Tax Mastery" shows you how to transform taxes from a burden to an opportunity. Learn how to keep more of your hard-earned money with this easy-to-understand guide.

Outdoor journalist James Edward Mills's book The Adventure Gap is a groundbreaking volume that is equal parts adventure story, history, and inspiration as it chronicles the first American all-Black summit attempt on Denali in 2013. Mills uses this momentous expedition as a jumping-off point to explore diversity in the outdoors, from Mathew Henson who stood at the North Pole in 1909 to contemporary adventurers such as polar explorer Barbara Hillary and rock climber Kai Lightner.

Gabriel Il Profeta was raised in the Vatican ever since he was a young boy and was mentored and educated by priests, scholars and has attended numerous colleges. But this information isn't available to anyone except the Pope. All of Gabriel's information is inside the "Book of Secrets" and explains all his hidden talents.

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Welcome to "Academic Buddies" with James Johnson, the educational podcast that's your go-to source for all things academia. Join us as we explore the latest trends in education, interview top scholars and educators, and provide tips and insights to help you excel in your academic journey. Whether you're a student looking for study hacks, a teacher seeking innovative teaching methods, or a lifelong learner eager to expand your knowledge, Academic Buddies has got you covered. Tune in every week for engaging discussions, expert advice, and a dose of inspiration to fuel your passion for learning. ...

Its an all-out family affair! Journalist & Media Personality James join forces with cousins Tiffany & Kat Kwueen to produce Transcending The Culture. Together, they look at todays trending topics while celebrating the powerful figures in the urban community who are working to inspire and build the culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this volume of classic poetry our wordsmiths are our companions on journeys near and far. They describe and create worlds that we can explore with them, word by word and line by line. In the company of Keats, Wordsworth, Bronte, Whitman, Kipling and a wealth of others these journeys in verse will be like no other.

Triple Victor Podcast is a dynamic platform where leadership meets storytelling. Our podcast brings together voices from diverse fields, offering a rich tapestry of experiences ranging from emerging leaders to seasoned veterans. Each episode delves into the minds of these leaders, exploring their journeys through challenges, their relationship with success, and the art of building trust. At Triple Victor, we believe in the power of shared stories to inspire, educate, and transform. Our audience embarks on a journey of discovery with each episode, gaining valuable insights into the thought ...

Jump aboard the nostalgia train as two friends James and Zachary take a look at everything from their childhood, and yours, to ask the question... is it still good? From classic video games to cartoons. Super heroes to must have toys, nothing is off limits as long as someone has a fond memory of it. And maybe those memories hold up, or maybe it's best to leave the past where it is. We won't know unless we ask, is it still good? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two Yale honor students, Matt & Tangie Riley, marry after college and are offered jobs by a CIA-run secret underground facility known as Global Observation Defense, or G.O.D., adjacent to Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico. They are tasked with developing a mind-control process. The program is extremely secretive, and an unlikely group wants to find out more. The couple are abducted by aliens, and they plant a spy chip in Matt to track what is happening in the complex.

I'm back with my whole new podcast: Don't Cut Me Off ✂️ hosted by me, James Johnson. Straight to your ears, I'm bringing you an insight into my week. Stay tuned for guests, a look at my chaotic life and just a general good natter about the little things in life!Follow on socials for more: www.instagram.com/iamjamesjohnsonwww.tiktok.com/iamjamesjohnson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of the most interesting haunting cases begin with a true crime. In this podcast, paranormal expert JV Johnson of Paranormal Reality TV looks at some of these cases and offers a glimpse into the crime that created the haunting.