George "Bugs" Moran was the last of Chicago''s spectacular North Side gang leaders, a colorful and violent dynasty that began with Dean O''Banion in 1920. In <em>The Man That Got Away, </em>author Rose Keefe provides the first in-depth look at the enigmatic gangster''s charmed and wacky life from his Minnesota childhood to his early years as a horse thief. She chronicles his two marriages, his rise and fall in Chicago''s Prohibition-era underworld, his life as an independent outlaw in the 1930s and ''40s, and his last days in Leavenworth Penitentiary.In the process of telling Moran''s story, some of the twentieth century''s most fascinating and bewildering gangland figures are revisited: Al Capone, Johnny Torrio, Dean O''Banion, Vincent "the Schemer" Drucci, Earl "Hymie" Weiss, showboating Chicago Mayor "Big Bill" Thompson, the gang-hating but oddly pro-Moran Judge John H. Lyle, Virgil Summers, and Albert Fouts.History did not record the details of Moran''s last confession, but the public record and Rose Keefe''s interviews with Moran''s former associates now allow us to form an educated guess.
Jack Nicklaus, Larry Mize, Ben Crenshaw and other famous golfers look back on the reverential Augusta National and its Masters Tournament, offering fresh insights and remembrances that together comprise an oral history of a unique club and tournament. Illustrations.
New Orleans jazz thrilled the world in the twenties and traveled around the world in the thirties. In the forties and fifties, the world came to New Orleans to hear authentic New Orleans jazz played by real jazz musicians. The sixties brought Preservation Hall, a musical institution that even a hurricane couldn't kill. For the last 40 years, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival has been celebrating New Orleans' and Louisiana's unique culture and music.This volume contains rare photographs from the Louisiana State Museum's Jazz Collection, lovingly assembled and accompanied by captions written by award-winning author and Jazz Roots radio show host Tom Morgan. Those who love jazz will be amazed by these pictures of some of the best musicians ever to pick up an instrument. For those just beginning to learn about jazz, this 200-page volume is an excellent takeoff point to learn more about what made New Orleans jazz unique, and a source to discover musicians who can further enhance readers' listening pleasure.
Paris, the capital of France, is one of the most popular destinations in the world. The City of Lights"" is renowned for many things. Its history, beauty, high quality of life, cosmopolitanism, art, fashion, cuisine, cultural diversity, romance, architecture, museums, theaters, and intellectual life. For these and countless other reasons, Paris immediately evokes strong sentiment, whether or not one is lucky enough to have been there. This book, Historic Photos of Paris, explores the rise of this seductive city, through a collection of extraordinary historic photographs from international archives. The book follows the people, places, and historic events that shaped the development of modern Paris in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Iconic landmarks, scenes of daily life, and unique and rare moments are presented in hundreds of historic photographs, revealing a rich portrait of the urban masterpiece that is Paris.""
Chicago’s World’s Columbian Exposition, popularly called the Chicago World’s Fair, or the White City, was the largest and most spectacular world’s fair ever built. The Columbian Exposition opened on May 1, 1893, and more than 21,000,000 people visited the fair during the six months it was open to the public. The White City was a seminal event in America’s history that changed the way the world viewed Chicago. Fortunately, the fair was documented in stunning photographs by commercial and amateur photographers. This volume tells the story of the fair from its construction in Jackson Park to its destruction by fire after the fair had closed. Photographs of the exhibition halls, state buildings, foreign buildings, indoor and outdoor exhibits, the attractions of the Midway, and the various ways to move about the fairgrounds give a sense of how visitors experienced this extraordinary time and place.
HISTORIC PHOTOS OF BIRMINGHAM captures the remarkable journey of this cultural city of the South, with still photography from the finest archives of city, state and private collections. Through the late 1800''s, the roaring Twenties, two World Wars and into the modern era, Birmingham has continued to grow and prosper by maintaining the strong, independent culture of its citizens. With hundreds of archival photos reproduced in stunning duotone on heavy art paper, this book is the perfect addition to any historian''s collection.
With 60 puzzles to delight curious minds, The Puzzler's Guide to Alaska is an interactive introduction to the 49th state for kids 8 and up that's one part puzzle book, one part natural history guide-and lots and lots of fun!Meet Nelchina the Caribou, Galena the Porcupine, Zippy the Short-tailed Weasel, and Skilak the Black Bear-four good friends who can't wait to show you around the beautiful state of Alaska. In this book they introduce all kinds of puzzles and games while telling jokes and sharing trivia about Alaska. Learn about the official state symbols, its biggest features, why Alaska's called the Land of the Midnight Sun, the animals that live here, glaciers, and much more. The puzzles mix a variety of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) challenges to exercise different parts of the brain, including mazes, logic and math reasoning, crosswords, word searches, and language codes. When solved, the puzzles' answers (at the back of the book) reveal facts about Alaska's flora, fauna, history, and culture. Perfect for long drives, plane or train rides, meals, and other slow times, The Puzzler's Guide to Alaska keeps young puzzlers occupied and engaged with all things Alaska. So grab a pen or pencil and get ready to travel to Alaska, the true puzzler's way!
This kid-size photo book covers locations, peoples, landmarks, and icons from across Alaska. Kids like the See-My-State Series because they are written by kids. Educators and parents value them because they make it fun for kids to learn about their state and are an inspiration to young writers.
The Handmaid's Tale Psychology: Seeing Off Red delves into the psychology of the characters and events depicted in each version of The Handmaid's Tale, a dystopian fiction that may have become a cautionary tale for our world. Through the fiction, psychologists and therapists explore the true psychology of real human suffering, struggle, identity, and even hope.
Proven insights for jumpstarting your entrepreneurial career--and the hands-on tools you need to put them into action Now you can get the newly revised and expanded bestselling Disciplined Entrepreneurship and the hands-on companion volume, Disciplined Entrepreneurship: Startup Tactics, in one convenient bundle. Disciplined Entrepreneurship is an award-winning book that has helped hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs improve their chances of success. Author and entrepreneurship guru Bill Aulet systematically walks readers through exactly how to create a successful startup. Inside, you'll find a proven 24-step framework that any entrepreneur can apply immediately. Pair that with the actionable field guide that is Startup Tactics, and you've got a one-stop resource for taking your business idea to the next level. Building on the ideas presented in Disciplined Entrepreneurship, Paul Cheek delivers a set of solutions for advancing your company to its next stage of growth, transforming your great idea into a functional, funded, and staffed startup. in Disciplined Entrepreneurship: Startup Tactics. From how to conduct advanced market research to how to build your first products and sell to your first customers, this down-and-dirty resource lets you maximize your impact with limited resources. With this bundle you can:* Gain an understanding of the craft of entrepreneurship, avoid the most common reasons for failure, and set yourself up for success* See why the best idea or product is no assurance at all that you will win--there is much more* Learn effective marketing tactics specific to early startups that go beyond cookie-cutter digital MarTech solutions* Discover methods for equity distribution that minimize conflict and maximize investor return An invaluable resource for founders and entrepreneurs, Disciplined Entrepreneurship and Disciplined Entrepreneurship: Startup Tactics will also benefit any professional working at an early-stage startup or launching new products.
Pop culture's favorite psychologist is back with a new and improved deep dive into the beloved world of Doctor Who.
Guides you through the auction process to take the guesswork out of buying and selling at auction and reduce the risk of making costly mistakes.
This book offers essential support for families of any constellation who are exploring Jewish life while respecting the heritage and traditions of those they love.
The 24th Infantry Division, the Victory Division, has distinguished itself as one of the most outstanding divisions in the United States Army. The soldiers who graced the ranks of the 24th Infantry Division earned the distinct of being the first to inflict enemy casualties on December 7, 1941, in defiance of the Japanese attack of Pearl Harbor. As a result the Division's motto was selected to be "First to Fight!"Dubbed "Taro Leafers" because of the Division's Hawaii birthplace, their motto took on new meaning as they proved their ability to respond rapidly to crises anywhere in the world.
This book outlines how to reorganize the U.S. Army into a fully 2 and 3-Dimensional maneuver capable, ground force with terrain-agile, armored fighting vehicles sized to rapidly deploy by fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft to the scene of world conflicts and strike at the heart of freedom¿s enemies. The plan to build the Army into Air-Mech-Strike Forces, exploiting emerging information-age technologies, as well as Americäs supremacy in aircraft and helicopter delivery systems---at the lowest cost to the taxpayers, is described in detail. These Army warfighting organizations, using existing and some newly purchased equipment, will shape the battlefield to Americäs advantage, preserving the peace before it is lost; if not, then winning fights that must be fought quickly. The dangerous world we live in moves by the speed of the AIR, and the 21st Century U.S. Army 2D/3D combat team will dominate this medium by Air-Mech-Strike!
From Brooklyn To Tokyo Bay: A Sailor's Story is the story of how Albert R. Pincus and the young men of his generation fought for the United States during World War II. This poignant, yet humorous, tale of young men caught up in one of history's bloodiest wars follows Albert all the way from his childhood home in Brooklyn to the front lines of military combat and back.
This book chronicles the Pusan Perimeter campaign, providing clear insight into occupation in Korea, Japan, and Okinawa prior to the Korean War. With an historical text written by General Uzal Ent (Ret.), a rifle platoon veteran of the Perimeter, this book details the strategies, tactics and actions of the troops, yet includes the personal accounts of hundreds of soldiers and marines who were there. This book is the definitive history of the Pusan Perimeter with hundreds of photos, maps and an index, and is a must for any Korean War history buff.
In spite of the relatively small number of people passing through its ranks, the Marine Corps produce a disproportionate share of this country's leaders. It is because Marines are different from the rest of the population. They have a different mindset and handle problems in a different manner. Above & Beyond: Former Marines Conquer the Civilian World profiles 87 former Marines who took that attitude and successfully applied it to the civilian sector. As you read the stories collectively, you will see a camaraderie of many ethnicities, ages, and personalities-some you already know-that make up the U.S. Marine Corps. Read these pages and discover why Jim Lehrer of PBS NewsHour says "There has never been a better testimony to the value of service in the Marine Corps than Above & Beyond."
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