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Dive into the captivating world of American Men of Mind, a rich collection of brief yet impactful biographies of remarkable men from diverse backgrounds who made significant contributions to American history. Despite the title, the collection also introduces you to several influential women. Authored by Mr. Stevenson, these biographies offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives of individuals who rose from humble beginnings in the U.S. and abroad to leave a lasting legacy. A must-read for history enthusiasts!

The chilling demise of three men, all victims of an incredibly potent poison, seems to be inexplicably linked to a centuries-old cabinet acquired from France and a notorious French criminal. What could be the connection? The stakes are high as lawyer Lester joins forces with newspaperman Godfrey, as they use their combined skills to unravel this perplexing mystery. This summary is by Richard Kilmer.

Embark on a riveting journey filled with mystery, suspense, and intrigue in the Quest for the Rose of Sharon. This captivating narrative will draw you in as it weaves a tale of a young heroine and her family facing impending misfortune. Your curiosity will be piqued as you explore the methods used to bring their harrowing quest to a successful conclusion. This thrilling tale unravels all the way until the very last chapter, keeping you on the edge of your seat till the end.

Delve into the riveting courtroom drama revolving around the murder trial of Wall Street tycoon, Hiram Holladay. As the finger of suspicion chillingly points towards his devoted daughter, Frances, Lester, a law clerk at New York firm Graham & Royce, finds himself deep within the throes of the case. Working diligently alongside the firms senior partner, Mr. Royce, Lester uses his sharp intellect and keen understanding of law to unravel the truth and clear Frances name. Narrated with a captivating charm by Cate Barratt.

A truly sweet poem narrated by voice actor Ann M. Richardson. Short, but sure to enthrall the child in all of us.

A detective novel set in turn-of-the-century New York City, in which a young lawyer plays the sleuth. Packed with plot twists (and the ubiquitous romantic complication, of course). (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

In this book, Burton Egbert Stevenson writes a brief biography of some of the most noteworthy men in American history. He begins at the very beginning of the history of America with Christopher Columbus and proceeds forward with the story of people who made America what it is today by their respective vocations. It is interesting to note that the vast majority of the subjects started in poverty and excelled financially and in stature.He makes something that could be very dull, a very readable and enjoyable book. (Summary by William Tomcho)