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Author: John J. Pullen Publisher: Stackpole Books ISBN: 9780811700757 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 308
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Traces the stormy history of the Medal of Honour through the solving of a 'mystery' that surrounded the 28th Maine and the selection of medals it received in 1865.
Author: John J. Pullen Publisher: Stackpole Books ISBN: 9780811700757 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 308
Book Description
Traces the stormy history of the Medal of Honour through the solving of a 'mystery' that surrounded the 28th Maine and the selection of medals it received in 1865.
Author: John J. Pullen Publisher: Stackpole Books ISBN: 0811766357 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 290
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Since 1941 the Medal of Honor has been more often awarded to dead than to living men. Of all the medals issues by the United States Government, this singular medal has had a particularly solemn glory attached to its meaning. But a look at its history reveals that, from its inception, it was steeped in controversy, with threats to its integrity swirling in from all sides. Author John. J. Pullen, during the course of research on the 20th Maine, came across an obscure note indicating that the 27th Maine, a group of nine-month volunteers from York Country, had been issued 864 Medals of Honor—one for every member of the regiment—while the 20th main, having distinguished itself at Little Round Top, garnered only four such medals. Was this discovery the beginning of an untold story of extraordinary bravery, or was it an outrageous blunder? Civil War literature yielded nothing about this wholesale “shower of stars” that had rained down upon the little-known regiment. And, as Pullen tracked down its descendants, he found very little information on the whereabouts of those medals. Thus, a mystery was born. After sifting through piles of War Department documents, as well as letters and diaries found in Maine’s “unofficial archives,” Pullen begins to pieces together a puzzle that had already ensnared many, from Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton to such notable figures as Theodore Roosevelt. The hero of this story, however, is Colonel Mark F. Wentworth, the commander of the 27th Maine and later of the 32nd Maine, who thwarted the forces that threatened ignominy on the Medal of Honor, and revealed the true character of valor. “The author has written a fascinating, leisurely book, often disarming in its personal approach to unraveling his mystery” – E. B. Long, Chicago Tribune
Author: Nancy Herkness Publisher: Berkley ISBN: 9780425197110 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 324
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Journalist Charlie Berlund nabs herself an interview with handsome meteorite hunter Jack Lanett. It's supposed to be strictly business, but once they meet, a starry-eyed Charlie has more in mind than just a hot story. Original.
Author: Peter Lamborn Wilson Publisher: ISBN: Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 298
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A tradition of intentional and initiatic dreaming connects the sufism of Ibn Arabi and the Owaysi Order, medieval Kabbala, Taoist scriptures, Afro-Brazilian spirit-cults, Siberian shamanism, and early Christian "angel alphabets." This book deals with specific methods for inducing prophetic or "veridical" dreams, because this book has a purpose: the experimental achievement of non-ordinary consciousness through autonomous openings ("Initiations") to the world of the imagination
Author: Sally Crum Publisher: Irie Books ISBN: 9781515417163 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 48
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After midnight on November 12, 1833, a clear black sky offered a backdrop for one of the most spectacular sights ever recorded. That night millions of stars seemed to fall from the sky. Was it the end of the world? Fifteen color and b/w illustrations plus historical images are included with a poetic text.
Author: Emma Huang Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 72
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A poetry collection about nature, inner thoughts, eternity, and chaos. Shower of Stars Outside the window, a street light shines to comfort the lonely trees. The jeweled raindrops on my window-sill, when struck with the light on the street, become a shower of stars.
Author: Sharon Naylor Toris Publisher: Crown ISBN: 030749845X Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 321
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Want to plan the perfect—and most original—shower for the bride-to-be? Or maybe you're having a co-ed shower for the future newlyweds! Either way, inside this must-have party guide, you'll discover fabulous ideas for everything from creating the perfect guest list and invitations to great party games, unique themes, and fun favors, as well as basic essentials for any kind of shower. You'll also learn how to incorporate elements of the bride's or couple's life to make the shower more personal. Your shower will be talked about for years to come when . . . -Guests dress like their favorite diva at the DIVA PARTY -The bride gets a newly decorated room during PICK A ROOM, ANY ROOM -Everyone enjoys a day of pampering at the LAP OF LUXURY shower -Guys and gals experience "Bourbon Street" at the MARDI GRAS shower -And so much more!
Author: Lawrence R. Samuel Publisher: University of Texas Press ISBN: 0292774761 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 441
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“A lively history” of how TV advertising became a defining force in American culture between 1946 and 1964(Technology and Culture). The two decades following World War II brought television into homes and, of course, television commercials. Those commercials, in turn, created an image of the postwar American Dream that lingers to this day. This book recounts how advertising became a part of everyday lives and national culture during this midcentury period, not only reflecting consumers’ desires but shaping them, and broadcasting a vivid portrait of comfort, abundance, ease, and happy family life and, of course, keeping up with the Joneses. As the author asserts, it’s nearly impossible to understand our culture without contemplating these visual celebrations of conformity and consumption, and this insightful, entertaining volume of social history helps us do just that.
Author: Kelsey Oseid Publisher: Ten Speed Press ISBN: 0399579532 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 162
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A richly illustrated guide to the myths, histories, and science of the celestial bodies of our solar system, with stories and information about constellations, planets, comets, the northern lights, and more. Combining art, mythology, and science, What We See in the Stars gives readers a tour of the night sky through more than 100 magical pieces of original art, all accompanied by text that weaves related legends and lore with scientific facts. This beautifully packaged book covers the night sky's most brilliant features--such as the constellations, the moon, the bright stars, and the visible planets--as well as less familiar celestial phenomena like the outer planets, nebulae, and deep space. Adults seeking to recapture the magic of youthful stargazing, younger readers interested in learning about natural history and outer space, and those who appreciate beautiful, hand-painted art will all delight in this charming book.
Author: John J. Pullen
Author: John J. Pullen
Author: John J. Pullen
Author: Nancy Herkness
Author: Peter Lamborn Wilson
Author: Sally Crum
Author: Emma Huang
Author: Sharon Naylor Toris
Author: John J. Pullen
Author: Lawrence R. Samuel
Author: Kelsey Oseid