1169 results for 'JR'

Charisma and the Fictions of Black Leadership by Erica R. Edwards explores the idea that charismatic male leadership is necessary for social change. This notion has shaped African American culture...

Fear Itself: Horror on Screen and in Reality During the Depression and World War II By Melvin E. Matthews, Jr. This book explores how horror films from the 1930s and 1940s reflected the anxieties of...

Vax-Unvax Let the Science Speak by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Brian Hooker This book presents a comprehensive analysis of over 100 studies on vaccinated versus unvaccinated populations, shedding light...

The Lost Sam Spade Scripts by Jr. Grams In 1946, the radio series The Adventures of Sam Spade debuted on CBS, and its success was immediate. The show's popularity led to a surge in movie offers for...

Cotton Malone's first case sets him on a path that will change his life forever. In 1968, the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. was a pivotal moment in American history, but what really...

Aerodynamics for Naval Aviators by U. S. Navy Systems Command and H. H. Hurt, Jr. This comprehensive textbook presents the fundamental principles of aerodynamics and aeronautical engineering as they...

The B-17 Tomahawk Warrior: A WWII Final Honor In 1944, a US B-17 bomber crashed in Southern England, claiming the lives of its crew. For decades, the incident remained shrouded in mystery until...

The IBM Poster Program Visual Memoranda by Robert Finkel and Shea Tillman is a unique collection of mid-century corporate graphic design. In the late 1960s, IBM's President Thomas J. Watson Jr...

Taming the Ox: Buddhist Stories and Reflections on Politics, Race, Culture, and Spiritual Practice by Charles Johnson. This collection of essays, reviews, and short stories offers incisive views on...

Shotgun Honey Presents Recoil is the fourth volume in this popular anthology series. This collection brings together 23 tales of crime, featuring a range of stories from established and emerging...

Father Groppi Marched to Change Milwaukee This biography tells the story of Father James Groppi, a Catholic priest who stood up for civil rights in 1960s and 1970s Milwaukee. Growing up as the son of...

The breakthrough approach to entrepreneurship that's been hailed as "the most important start-up book of the last ten years". Pattern Breakers challenges conventional wisdom on how to achieve...

L. E. Modesitt, Jr.'s Contrarian is the latest installment in his gaslamp political fantasy series, set against a backdrop of growing unrest and social upheaval. Protests have turned violent, with...

The Serial Killer's Apprentice by Katherine Ramsland and Tracy Ullman is a gripping true crime story that delves into the psychology of a killer. In 1971, Elmer Wayne Henley Jr was just 14 when he...

The Woman Who Wasn't There: A True Story of Deception and Redemption. On September 11, 2001, Tania Head's life was forever changed by a tragic event that would transform her into one of the great...

Forgiving and Reconciling: A Path to Wholeness and Hope This insightful book explores the complex process of forgiveness, offering a practical guide for moving beyond hurt and towards healing...

Bioverse: A New Perspective on Life's Biggest Questions The secrets to life's biggest questions may lie closer than we think. Medical doctor and evolutionary biologist William B. Miller, Jr.,...

Contrabando: Confessions of a Drug-Smuggling Texas Cowboy is an extraordinary true crime memoir that recounts the life of Don Henry Ford, Jr., a rebel who lived to tell the tale. For seven years, he...

A poignant and nostalgic love story, Meant to Be A Novel by Emily Giffin, is a captivating tale of two individuals from different worlds who find themselves inexplicably drawn to each other. The...

Test your knowledge of all things orange with this second collection of 500 questions about the Denver Broncos. This fully revised and updated edition features a mix of questions on specific players,...

A collection of speeches that have shaped the modern world, from calls to arms and demands for peace to cries of freedom and words of inspiration. This revised edition features over 100 influential...

Joseph Mark Glazner's memoir recounts his experience as an American writer who left Los Angeles in 1967 to become one of the first war resisters to flee to Canada during the Vietnam War. With dark...

Ernie Johnson Jr.'s life story is one of perseverance and heart. A renowned sports broadcaster with a distinctive voice, he has spent years honing his craft, but it's the unscripted moments that have...

Fresh Expressions: A New Kind of Methodist Church for People Not in Church by Audrey Warren and Kenneth H. Carter (Jr.) A new wave of Christian churches is emerging to reach people who are...

The Bonobo and the Atheist: In Search of Humanism Among the Primates by Henry Cabot Lodge (Jr.) and Frans B. M. Waal This thought-provoking exploration delves into the origins of human morality,...

Beyond Slavery's Shadow: Free People of Color in the South On the eve of the Civil War, nearly half a million individuals in the United States were free, yet faced significant challenges due to...

The Souls of Black Folk by W. E. B. Du Bois is a seminal work that offers profound insights into the African American experience during the dawn of the 20th century. This collection of essays and one...

Edgar Martinez's remarkable life story is one of perseverance and determination. From his humble beginnings in Puerto Rico to his 18-year major league career with the Seattle Mariners, Martinez...

The Alliance for Progress in Bolivia: A Study of Development and Dictatorship. In the early 1960s, John F. Kennedy's modernization program provided significant foreign aid to Bolivia, making it the...

Submerged on the Surface: The Not-So-Hidden Jews of Nazi Berlin, 1941-1945 by Richard N. Lutjens Jr. Between 1941 and 1945, thousands of German Jews lived in constant fear, making the difficult...

Olive Borden: A Hollywood Starlet's Rise and Fall. This biography chronicles the life and career of Olive Borden, an actress who rose to stardom in the 1920s with her vivacious performances in silent...

Merle Kilgore's life was a whirlwind of music and fame. From his teenage years as a guitarist for Hank Williams Sr., to writing hit songs with Webb Pierce, and rubbing shoulders with Elvis Presley...

Pasundayaw: A Complete Handbook for Cultural Dance Research by Nestor A Castaños, Jr. This book documents and notates Merida Leyte's local folk dances, providing valuable insights into the cultural...

The Union's superior engineering skills played a crucial role in their victory in the Civil War. Historian Thomas F. Army Jr. argues that it was not military strategy or industrial advantage, but...

A History Lover's Guide to Detroit Discover the fascinating story behind America's automotive capital. This book takes you on an intimate tour of Detroit's rich history, from its role in breaking...

Reinventing Justice: The American Drug Court Movement by James L. Nolan Jr. The concept of drug courts has evolved significantly since its inception in 1989, offering an alternative approach to...

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? is a beloved children's book that has opened up a world of learning to generations of young readers. With its distinctive rhyming text and vibrant...

Border making in eighteenth-century South America was shaped by complex interactions between colonists, missionaries, and Indigenous peoples. This book explores how these groups responded to changing...

Miami and the Siege of Chicago: An Informal History of the Republican and Democratic Conventions of 1968 by Norman Mailer. In the sweltering summer of 1968, America was in turmoil. The Vietnam War...

The Golden Age of Science Fiction: A Revolutionary Partnership A landmark account of the extraordinary partnership between four influential writers, John W. Campbell, Isaac Asimov, Robert A...

The Doolittle Raid: A Dramatic Counterstrike Against Japan. In December 1941, as American forces counted the dead at Pearl Harbor, President Franklin Roosevelt gathered with his senior military...

A collection of four seminal slave narratives, including Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass , The History of Mary Price: A West Indian Slave , Incident in the Life of a Slave Girl , and The...

Twilight Man: A Noir Fairytale of Love and Ruin in the Shadows of Hollywood and the Clark Empire. In the 1920s, William Andrews Clark Jr. was one of Los Angeles' most respected men, with a fortune...

The Politics of Hope and The Bitter Heritage brings together two significant works that capture the tumultuous politics of 1960s America. In this collection, historian Arthur Schlesinger Jr. explores...

The Thrill of the Chase: A Collection of Photographs at the J. Paul Getty Museum Samuel J. Wagstaff Jr.'s extraordinary collection of 26,000 photographs is a testament to his vision as a collector...

The Resistance Universe: The Origins In 2020, amidst global lockdowns, Artists, Writers & Artisans launched a bold new universe for the 21st century with J. Michael Straczynski and Mike Deodato Jr.'s...

The Tragedy of Southern Soul: Memphis 68 In the 1950s and 1960s, Memphis was at the forefront of musical innovation, with legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Al...

Black Elk Speaks: A Visionary's Story for All Humanity. This powerful and inspirational message shares the story of Nicholas Black Elk, an Oglala Lakota visionary and healer, and his people during...

Anatomy of the Moving Body, Second Edition A Basic Course in Bones, Muscles, and Joints by Theodore Dimon, Jr. This comprehensive anatomy book explores the complex system of bones, muscles, and...

Test your knowledge of Canada's beloved baseball team with this ultimate trivia book. Spanning over 350 questions and hundreds of interesting facts, it's a must-have for anyone who loves baseball,...

Robert F. Kennedy's words continue to resonate with us today, offering a powerful vision for a greater America. This collection of his most famous speeches is accompanied by commentary from notable...

Richard Powell's study explores the works of art created during a time of major social upheaval and transformation in the 20th century. The book delves into how these artworks use black culture as...

On a typical snowy winter day in 1994, residents of Berkshire Hills woke up to a sense of unease. A trial had begun for a college student who had opened fire on campus, killing two and wounding four...

Jackie Robinson's groundbreaking story is one of courage and perseverance. In this candid autobiography, he recounts his journey from becoming the first black man in history to play in the major...

Weird Tales Best of the Early Years 1923-25 by Harry Houdini First published in 1923, Weird Tales magazine revolutionized the horror and fantasy genres with its unique blend of strange and...

Dr. Charles Read Jr.'s memoirs offer a unique perspective on life as a flight surgeon during World War II. His story begins in Halifax, Canada, where he recounts his early days as a Navy Medical...

General George S. Patton Jr's life has long been shrouded in mystery and controversy. This comprehensive biography, drawing on previously untapped archival materials, offers a nuanced portrait of a...

The Hawk's Nest Tunnel Disaster: A Forgotten Tragedy Revealed Through Photography. In 1930s Appalachia, thousands of migrant laborers, many African American, toiled in the construction of a...

When Hope and History Rhyme explores the long struggle to protect human rights for all citizens. From ancient Greece to modern America, Douglas R. Burgess Jr. examines the thinking and policy of...

The Kosovo Liberation Army: An Insider's Account of an Insurgency This book provides a detailed history of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), one of the most successful insurgencies of the post-Cold...

Lou Piniella shares his candid and revealing memoir of nearly fifty years in Major League Baseball, covering his time as an outfielder with the New York Yankees and manager for five teams. With...

Spiritual Socialism: A New Perspective on the American Left Vaneesa Cook explores an often-overlooked intellectual and political tradition that challenges common perceptions about the American left...

The Great Chocolate Scam by Sally Berneathy is a mystery novel that follows Lindsay as she inherits Rick's estate after his car explodes in her driveway. As she tries to settle his affairs, she...

Earvin "Magic" Johnson's life story is one of remarkable transformation and resilience. From his rise to basketball stardom to his courageous battle with HIV, this biography offers an intimate look...

The Historical Christ and the Theological Jesus by Dale C. Allison Jr. Dale Allison's thoughtful exploration of the complex issues surrounding Jesus Christ offers a nuanced perspective on the ongoing...

The Braxton County Monster: Updated & Revised Edition - The Cover-up of the "Flatwoods Monster" Revealed Expanded. Frank Feschino, Jr., the authority on the 1952 incident, returns with an updated and...

The Poor People's Campaign and the Quest for Economic Equality by Sylvie Laurent In 1967, Martin Luther King Jr. envisioned a radical redistribution of economic and political power to transform...

Vengeance Is Mine: The Mountain Meadows Massacre and Its Aftermath The aftermath of one of the most infamous episodes in American history is revealed in this gripping follow-up to Richard E. Turley...

Audio drama has become a popular medium for storytelling, with audiences creating their own visual world through sound. In "Stories Told Through Sound: The Craft of Writing Audio Dramas for Podcasts,...

The Assassination Attempt on Ronald Reagan: A Harrowing Day in American History On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan was just seventy days into his first term when John Hinckley Jr. opened fire...

The Lupus Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients and Health Care Providers by Donald E. Thomas Jr. Now completely updated to reflect the latest advancements in lupus diagnosis and...

A comprehensive guide to African American history is presented in this captivating volume. The story of African Americans is one of struggle and resilience, marked by courageous leaders who fought...

21 Speeches that Shaped Our World explores how pivotal moments in history have been captured in influential speeches. Chris Abbott examines the power of these arguments to inspire great things or do...

Within the Circle: An Anthology of African American Literary Criticism from the Harlem Renaissance to the Present. This comprehensive anthology presents the full range of twentieth-century African...

Wallflowers in the Kingdom: A Vindication of Introverts in the Body of Christ by Louis Jones, Jr. and Louis N. Jones. The author's journey to self-discovery began with a profound realisation: God did...

Football! Navy! War! How Military "Lend-Lease" Players Saved the College Game and Helped Win World War II by Wilbur D. Jones, Jr. During World War II, an unlikely partnership formed between the US...

The Hollywood Ten: A Critical Study of their Work in Film and the Arts. In 1947, ten individuals were ordered to "clean their own house" after being accused of Communist infiltration in the film...

William Gaddis and the World System by Joseph Tabbi and Rone Shavers This collection celebrates the legacy of William Gaddis, one of America's most innovative 20th-century novelists. Following his...

Equipping the Church Choir for Ministry: A Resource for Church Music Leaders and Choir Members by Eli Wilson Jr. This book is part of a three-part series exploring techniques to achieve high...

The Scientific Formula for Getting Rich In 1956, two scientists, Claude Shannon and John L. Kelly Jr., discovered a mathematical formula that could help people make as much money as possible, as fast...

The story of John Lewis' life is one of remarkable struggle and perseverance. From his childhood in rural Alabama to his work as a congressman and civil rights activist, Lewis has been driven by a...

Jonathan Daniels: A Life of Decency and Nobility In 1965, Jonathan Daniels, a young man from New Hampshire, committed an act that would change his life forever. Studying to become a priest, he joined...

The Kennedy Curse: Why Tragedy Has Haunted America's First Family for 150 Years A profound exploration of one of history's most enduring and intriguing mysteries, this book delves into the complex...

The Earnhardts: A Racing Dynasty. Ralph Earnhardt's journey from a cotton mill in North Carolina to the world of stock car racing is a testament to his determination and passion. Weekends were spent...

The world's pursuit of material success often leaves us feeling unfulfilled. We yearn for more, but deep down, we know that true happiness cannot be found in ourselves, others, or things. Instead, it...

Kennedy and King: A Powerful Influence on Each Other's Lives The story of two men from different worlds is one that has had a lasting impact on American history. Kennedy and King, written by Steven...

The Supreme Court and the Philosopher: How John Stuart Mill Shaped US Free Speech Protections This book explores how the modern US Supreme Court has adopted a classical liberal view of the...

Constance Baker Motley: A Life of Activism and Law Constance Baker Motley was a trailblazing figure in American law, defying expectations to become one of the country's most influential judges. Born...

Hvtn Vol. 1 Issue 2 by Haverthorn is a collection of poetry and short fiction from a diverse range of contributors. This second issue features an impressive array of voices, with works from Zelda...

Reframing 1968: A Retrospective Analysis of American Politics and Protest The year 1968 was marked by significant events in US politics, including the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr and...

Grammar Nazis Are Not Always Rite, Right, Write is a unique approach to writing fiction that challenges traditional notions of proper grammar and style. Based on a creative writing course taught at a...

When God Was a Black Woman by Joseph R. Gibson and Joseph Gibson, Jr. A critical examination of the origins of the divine feminine in ancient civilizations reveals a surprising truth. The authors...

The Body in Motion: Its Evolution and Design by Theodore Dimon, Jr. This comprehensive guide explores the human body's functions and evolution, revealing how specific systems cooperate to form an...

Art Works: How Organizers and Artists Are Creating a Better World Together by Ken Grossinger. Behind the scenes of social change movements, artists, organizers, and activists have worked together to...

A powerful and poignant memoir of self-discovery and resilience. Born into a world of glamour and privilege, Omar Sharif Jr.'s life took an unexpected turn when he came out in the wake of the Arab...

Bill Haley - the man who brought rock 'n' roll into the mainstream. His song "Crazy Man, Crazy" was the first rock 'n' roll song to break the Billboard Top 20 in 1953 and was followed by his...

The Signifying Monkey: A Theory of African-American Literary Criticism by Henry Louis Gates (Jr.) This groundbreaking study explores the relationship between African and African-American vernacular...

The Storyteller's Secret: From TED Speakers to Business Legends Carmine Gallo reveals the keys to telling powerful stories that inspire, motivate, educate, build brands, launch movements, and change...

Black Pearls Daily Meditations, Affirmations, and Inspirations for African-Americans by Eric V. Copage is a collection of 365 daily entries that offer inspirational thoughts and practical advice for...

Afrofuturism Rising: A Literary Prehistory of a Movement by Isiah Lavender (III) explores the connection between science, technology, and race across centuries. This book delves into the narrative...