721 results for 'MerrellWolff, Franklin'

Discover the life story of Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul. Born into a family of four children, she began singing in her father's church choir at an early age. Her talent and passion for...

Learn from the wisdom of Benjamin Franklin with this collection of 112 quotes on politics and history.This concise book features insightful sayings from one of America's founding fathers, offering...

Benjamin Franklin's culinary adventures are revealed in this fascinating work. From his early experiments with vegetarianism to his later diplomatic missions abroad, food played a significant role in...

Arctic historian Ken McGoogan offers a surprising new explanation for an enduring Northern mystery. Two of Sir John Franklin's expeditions ended in monumental failure, with his last one resulting in...

At Franklin's Emporium, magic is woven into every floor. When Alex visits Golden Bay for the summer, she hopes to be left in peace with her books. However, her cousin Maisie has other plans, and...

The Search for the Truth about the Franklin Expedition 1845 Ernest Coleman's lifetime quest to uncover the fate of the ill-fated Franklin expedition has taken him to the farthest reaches of the globe...

Benjamin Franklin's autobiography and writings offer valuable insights into the life of one of America's most inventive and fascinating figures. Transcribed from an 1868 publication, this collection...

The Search for the Truth about the Franklin Expedition 1845 by E. C. Coleman is an in-depth exploration of one of the most enduring mysteries of the age of exploration. After leading or participating...

Sir John Franklin's Erebus and Terror Expedition Lost and Found by Gillian Hutchinson In 1845, British explorer Sir John Franklin embarked on a perilous voyage to find the North-West Passage. The...

The Juggler: Franklin Roosevelt as Wartime Statesman by Warren F. Kimball Warren F. Kimball's biography explores Roosevelt's vision for the post-war world, shedding light on his "war aims" -...

Ben Franklin and his Magic Squares is an entertaining Step 4 leveled reader that introduces kids to one of America's most inventive founding fathers. A magic square is a fascinating puzzle where any...

Pull by Pamela Laird challenges traditional views of business success, revealing that social capital - the network of social assets that attract respect and generate confidence - plays a crucial role...

Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency was marked by unprecedented success and lasting impact. A master politician who won four terms in office, he transformed an isolationist America into an...

Aaron Franklin and Jordan Mackay's comprehensive guide to live-fire grilling and smoking at home is a must-have resource for anyone looking to elevate their backyard cooking. By treating fire as an...

The Arctic Queen - A Poem Dedicated to Elisha Kent Kane, in Search of Sir John Franklin A poem commemorating the courageous efforts of American explorer Elisha Kent Kane, who risked life and limb to...

Benjamin Franklin's humorous writings offer a unique glimpse into his irreverent side. This collection includes essays on topics such as flatulence, adultery, and marriage, showcasing the rogue who...

Medieval England. A hideous murder sets off a chain of events that will test the limits of one woman's skills and expertise. Adelia Aguilar, a rare female anatomist, is summoned to investigate a...

The Electrical Affairs of Dr. Victor Franklin by Catherine Stein is a captivating tale of love, science, and suspense. When Mary Clay, a brilliant scientist and Victor's former collaborator, demands...

The Franklin Scandal: A Story of Powerbrokers, Child Abuse and Betrayal A shocking account of corporate corruption and government cover-ups, this book reveals a nationwide child-trafficking and...

The Life, Diaries and Correspondence of Jane Lady Franklin 1792-1875This collection of extracts offers a unique insight into the life of Jane Franklin, wife of Sir John Franklin, who led an ill-fated...

A Frenchman in Search of Franklin De Bray's Arctic Journal, 1852-54Enseigne-de-vaisseau de Bray was part of an ill-fated expedition to find Sir John Franklin and his men, who had gone missing since...

Restoring a vintage car can be a rewarding experience, but it requires careful planning and execution. This guidebook shares the author's journey in restoring a 1930 Franklin, providing valuable...

The Voyage of the Fox in the Arctic Seas: A Narrative of the Discovery of the Fate of Sir John Franklin and His Companions by Francis Leopold McClintock. In 1859, Irish explorer Sir Francis Leopold...

Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt: A Partnership that Shaped America's Home Front during World War II. Doris Kearns Goodwin's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography explores the complex relationship between...

Aaron Franklin and Jordan Mackay's guide to cooking the perfect steak is a comprehensive resource for meat lovers and backyard grill masters. The authors share their expertise on buying top-notch...

The Franklin Northwest Passage Expedition of 1845 remains one of the most enduring unsolved mysteries in exploration history. In August 1845, Sir John Franklin led an ill-fated voyage to navigate the...

Benjamin Franklin's most unlikely source of inspiration was a small mouse named Amos. This charming tale tells the story of their friendship and how it influenced the life of one of America's most...

The Tragic Fate of Sir John Franklin's Lost Polar Expedition by Scott Cookman. In 1845, two British ships and 128 men embarked on an ill-fated journey to find the Northwest Passage. Fourteen days...

Benjamin Franklin's Last Bet: A Gift for the Working Class and Lessons for Our Time. In his final years, Benjamin Franklin made a remarkable wager on the future of America. He left behind two funds,...

The private correspondence of Sir John Franklin's ill-fated Arctic expedition is revealed in this comprehensive collection of letters. Spanning from the journey's inception to its tragic conclusion,...

Cobey Green's life was turned upside down when he moved into his new dorms at Franklin U. After a year of partying and football, he found himself struggling with schoolwork, putting him one failed...

The Grim Sleeper: A Conversation with America's Most Notorious Serial Killer In 1980s Los Angeles, a series of brutal murders took place, targeting black women who were often struggling addicts and...

The Confederacy's Last Hurrah: Spring Hill, Franklin, and Nashville by Wiley Sword. In April 1865, Confederate General John Bell Hood launched a desperate bid to draw Union forces into a decisive...

Franklin D. Roosevelt: A Life From Beginning to End by Hourly History is a concise biography that explores the life and presidency of one of America's most influential leaders. Despite being...

The Secret of Life: A story of genius and perseverance, but also one of cronyism, misogyny, anti-Semitism, and misconduct. In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick's discovery of the double helix...

Franklin D. Roosevelt Road to the New Deal, 1882-1939 by Roger Daniels offers a fresh perspective on one of America's most influential leaders. This first volume in an epic two-part biography...

It's December 8, 1941, and President Franklin D. Roosevelt is leading the nation through its greatest crisis yet.A car plays a surprising role in this pivotal moment: a Cadillac V-8 owned by...

Rosalind Franklin was a brilliant scientist who made a groundbreaking discovery about DNA. Born in London to a family that valued education and public service, Rosalind grew up to study physics and...

Stray Leaves from an Arctic Journal; Or, Eighteen Months in the Polar Regions, in Search of Sir John Franklin's Expedition in the Years 1850-51 by Sherard OsbornIn this remarkable memoir, Naval...

Cobey Green's life was turned upside down when he moved into his new dorms at Franklin U. After a year of partying and football, he found himself struggling with schoolwork and facing the very real...

Franklin Delano Roosevelt: A Radical Presidency H.W. Brands offers a comprehensive biography of one of America's most influential presidents, tracing FDR's transformation of government during the...

Learn about one of America's most influential leaders with this engaging activity book. Franklin Delano Roosevelt for Kids explores the life and legacy of FDR, who led the nation through two of its...

The Secret of Life: Rosalind Franklin, James Watson, Francis Crick, and the Discovery of DNA's Double Helix A gripping story of genius, perseverance, and the darker side of science. In 1953, James...

Corruption in America: From Benjamin Franklin's Snuff Box to Citizens United by Zephyr Teachout is a thought-provoking exploration of the evolution of corruption in American politics. The concept of...

Benjamin Franklin's observation of oil calming waves in a London pond marked the beginning of an intriguing investigation into the nature of atoms and molecules. Over the next two centuries, a...

Storm Watchers: The Turbulent History of Weather Prediction from Franklin's Kite to El NiñoA fascinating account of the pioneers who sought to understand the atmosphere and predict the weather, Storm...

The lives of America's most powerful leaders are revealed in this comprehensive and engaging biography. From Franklin D. Roosevelt to George W. Bush, Nigel Hamilton explores the experiences of twelve...

Charlie Martin needs help navigating his love life. With three people he's unknowingly dated, he turns to Mr. Romance for guidance. Liam, an expert in romance planning, is initially hesitant to take...

Franklin D. Roosevelt was born into one of America's wealthiest families, yet he grew up to do more for ordinary Americans than any other president. This picture book biography explores how FDR...

Franklin D. Roosevelt's foreign policymaking has long been the subject of debate among historians. This comprehensive reassessment challenges prevailing views, presenting a nuanced picture of FDR's...

Franklin D. Roosevelt's leadership during the Great Depression and Second World War is often remembered as a defining moment in American history. However, a closer examination reveals a more complex...

The Lebs by Michael Mohammed AhmadA powerful and poignant novel about identity, belonging, and the complexities of growing up.Bani Adam's world is one of contrasts, where his Lebanese heritage...

Life at Extremes: Underground explores the hidden world beneath our feet. From icy poles to deep ocean trenches, humans have ventured into Earth's most challenging environments and even space. But...

The Black Arts Movement: Literary Nationalism in the 1960s and 1970s (The John Hope Franklin Series in African American History and Culture) In the 1960s, African American artists and intellectuals...

Blaise's life plan was in place: graduate college, build his portfolio, impress industry pros and save for his dream internship. But when Jordan Marks walks into his life, everything changes. Blaise...

The New Deal: A Transformative Era in American History The Great Depression posed a grave threat to American life, but FDR's New Deal offered a way forward. In this comprehensive work, William E...

Annika Riz loves math more than anything. When she hears about a sudoku contest at her local library, she is determined to win it - maybe then her friends will see that math is just as cool as...

Screening Sex by Linda Williams explores how sex acts have been represented on screen for over a century. This film scholar examines not only the sex scenes themselves but also our experiences of...

Franklin Merrell-Wolff's Experience and Philosophy: A Personal Record of Transformation and a Discussion of Transcendental Consciousness. This book is an account of enlightenment, written by a...

Francis Crozier was a major figure in the epic quests of nineteenth-century Polar exploration. His remarkable story encompasses six daring voyages to the world's most hostile regions and...

Ren lives alone in a remote country devastated by a coup. She survives by hunting and trading, and forgetting. But when a young soldier arrives in search of a legendary creature, Ren is drawn into an...

Strangers at the Port is an enchanting and haunting novel about myth and memory, suspicion and dislocation, emigrants and explorers. Set on a remote island, the story follows the lives of its...

China and the Church offers a fresh perspective on the decorative Chinese works of art known as chinoiserie. This study examines how the Catholic missions' impact on Western attitudes toward China...

Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens is a powerful and moving novel that explores the complexities of family, memory, community, and race. Set in a quiet Sydney suburb, the story follows the lives of the...

Immanuel Wallerstein's World-systems Analysis An Introduction provides a concise and accessible overview of his pioneering approach to understanding the history and development of the modern world...

Cinnamon Gardens Nursing Home is a haven for those who have known hardship and struggle. Nestled in the quiet suburb of Westgrove, Sydney, this nursing home is a place of warmth and comfort, where...

Liquidated: An Ethnography of Wall Street is a thought-provoking exploration of the inner workings of financial markets. Karen Ho examines how investment bankers construct and justify their market...

Duress Imperial Durabilities in Our Times by Ann Laura Stoler explores how colonial histories continue to shape our world today. Stoler argues that traditional approaches to understanding these...

The Archive and the Repertoire: Performing Cultural Memory in the Americas by Diana Taylor. Performance is often overlooked as a means of storing and transmitting knowledge. However, performance...

The Afro-Latin@ Reader offers a unique perspective on the experiences of people of African descent from Latin America and the Caribbean in the United States. By examining history, culture, identity,...

Sherry B. Ortner's Anthropology and Social Theory explores how to rethink key concepts in culture, agency, and subjectivity for the social sciences of the 21st century. Drawing on her interest in...

Shades of Black Assembling Black Arts in 1980s Britain presents a history of the Black Arts Movement that burst onto the British art scene in the 1980s. This richly illustrated volume brings together...

The Great Return by Jamie Franklin A full-blooded return to Christianity is necessary to sustain our moral framework and guide future ethical decisions, argues Jamie Franklin. This book presents a...

Radical Black Theatre in the New Deal by Kate Dossett explores the history of African American theatre during the 1930s. Between 1935 and 1939, the US government funded artists to create theatre as...

Discover the ultimate pie bible from Calum Franklin, a self-confessed pastry deviant and London's King of Pies. This comprehensive cookbook presents a treasure trove of recipes for 80 delicious and...

Game of Privilege: An African American History of Golf by Lane Demas explores the complex relationship between golf and racism in America. From the early 20th century to the present day, African...

The Black Arts movement in the South was a pivotal moment in American cultural and social history. In this thought-provoking study, James Smethurst explores the origins, development, and legacy of...

Beyond the Boundaries of Childhood: A New History of African American Children in the Antebellum North African American children's lives are often overlooked in historical accounts, but a wealth of...

The First Reconstruction: Black Politics in America from the Revolution to the Civil War by Van Gosse offers a meticulously researched reappraisal of American democracy's formative era. From the...

The First Reconstruction Black Politics in America from the Revolution to the Civil War by Van Gosse offers a meticulously researched reappraisal of American democracy's formative era. From the...

African American intellectuals and Chinese allies played a significant role in shaping international relations during World War II and the Cold War. This book explores their connections, revealing...

The Money Ladder: A 3-Step Guide to Make and Grow Your WealthFranklin Asante shares his expertise as a private banker to help you understand and manage your finances. This practical guide takes you...

This charming collection of stories celebrates the joy and importance of friendship. Featuring a range of beloved characters, these tales showcase the sweet and silly humor that fans of Peanuts have...

Transpersonal Psychology: Spiritual Wave of TherapyThis comprehensive guide explores the history, theory, and concepts of Transpersonal Psychology, a field that combines psychology and spirituality...

Benjamin Franklinstein Meets the Fright Brothers is the next hilarious installment in a series about history's greatest undead inventors. When Benjamin Franklin awakens from his long sleep, he finds...

The HeART of Laser-Focused Coaching: A Revolutionary Approach to Masterful Coaching Laser-focused coaching is a unique approach that helps clients understand their present circumstances and make...

Salvador Alvarenga's incredible true survival story is a testament to the human spirit's ability to persevere in the face of unimaginable adversity. On November 17th, 2012, he set out to sea for a...

Electric Wizard is a world of unbridled energy and unrelenting intensity. Formed in 1993 in Wimborne Minster, Dorset, the band's early years were marked by a raw, unbridled power that would come to...

Eric Weiner's Ben & Me explores the life and legacy of Benjamin Franklin, uncovering practical lessons for living a purposeful and virtuous life. By examining Franklin's experiences from Philadelphia...

Shirley Jackson: A Rather Haunted Life by Ruth Franklin is a masterful biography that sheds new light on the life and work of the legendary author. Through meticulous research, Franklin reveals the...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin Blessed with enormous talents and energy, Benjamin Franklin was a multifaceted individual who made lasting impacts in various fields. As a statesman, author,...

Childhood at Brindabella: Miles Franklin's first ten years are revealed in this charming autobiography.Set partly on her family's station in the mountain valley of Brindabella, not far from...

Sir John Franklin's account of his ill-fated expedition to chart the north coast of Canada is a harrowing tale of survival against all odds in the unforgiving Arctic. In "Narrative of a Journey to...

The Renaissance Idea Of Wisdom by Eugene Franklin Rice Jr. This 2011 publication explores the concept of wisdom during the Renaissance period. Written by Eugene Franklin Rice Jr., it offers insights...

Beauty for Ashes by Peter Franklin explores the idea that human values are subjective and can be misguided. The author argues that without a higher authority to guide us, our moral compass can become...

DeVon Franklin offers a frank and open exploration of why men behave in certain ways, providing practical solutions for personal change. He argues that men are not inherently flawed, but rather...

Writing for Story: Craft Secrets of Dramatic Nonfiction by Jon Franklin Jon Franklin shares the secrets behind his Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction stories. By applying literary techniques, he shows...

The story of Robert "Doc Joe" Franklin's time as a frontline medic in World War II is one of simplicity, unflinching honesty, and grit. Drafted into combat with no specific training or knowledge for...

Sir John Franklin's remarkable life is one of contrasts. As a young sailor, he was ridiculed for his slowness, but it was this quiet calm that ultimately helped him to become an icon of adventure in...

Mark Franklin arrives in Edwardian England with two long-barrelled .44s and a fortune in silver. His presence sparks both fascination and fear, captivating the attention of London's womenfolk and its...