Author: Helio Castroneves
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101437901
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
The Indianapolis 500 champion and winner of season five's Dancing with the Stars shares his heartfelt story about determination, family, justice, and beating all odds to win. With his signature victory celebration of climbing the fence after taking the checkered flag and his radiant performances that earned him the coveted crystal ball trophy on Dancing with the Stars, Helio's infectious enthusiasm garnered the admiration of millions of fans-both on and off the track. Therefore no one, including him, could have predicted that one day he would sit in a federal court along with his sister/manager facing 10 years in jail. After his grueling trial-where justice prevailed and charges were dropped-Helio learned more than ever before about his family, true friends, faith, and the road to victory. In this book, Helio Castroneves tells his resilient story about his greatest accomplishments, most devastating experiences, becoming a father, and valuing what is truly important in life.
Victory Road
Author: Helio Castroneves
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101437901
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
The Indianapolis 500 champion and winner of season five's Dancing with the Stars shares his heartfelt story about determination, family, justice, and beating all odds to win. With his signature victory celebration of climbing the fence after taking the checkered flag and his radiant performances that earned him the coveted crystal ball trophy on Dancing with the Stars, Helio's infectious enthusiasm garnered the admiration of millions of fans-both on and off the track. Therefore no one, including him, could have predicted that one day he would sit in a federal court along with his sister/manager facing 10 years in jail. After his grueling trial-where justice prevailed and charges were dropped-Helio learned more than ever before about his family, true friends, faith, and the road to victory. In this book, Helio Castroneves tells his resilient story about his greatest accomplishments, most devastating experiences, becoming a father, and valuing what is truly important in life.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101437901
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
The Indianapolis 500 champion and winner of season five's Dancing with the Stars shares his heartfelt story about determination, family, justice, and beating all odds to win. With his signature victory celebration of climbing the fence after taking the checkered flag and his radiant performances that earned him the coveted crystal ball trophy on Dancing with the Stars, Helio's infectious enthusiasm garnered the admiration of millions of fans-both on and off the track. Therefore no one, including him, could have predicted that one day he would sit in a federal court along with his sister/manager facing 10 years in jail. After his grueling trial-where justice prevailed and charges were dropped-Helio learned more than ever before about his family, true friends, faith, and the road to victory. In this book, Helio Castroneves tells his resilient story about his greatest accomplishments, most devastating experiences, becoming a father, and valuing what is truly important in life.
Victory Rode the Rails
Author: George Edgar Turner
Publisher: Bison Books
ISBN: 9780803294233
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Early in the Civil War both the North and South were confronted with an entirely new problem in logistics. George Edgar Turner writes: "It began to appear that important railroad junction points were to become major military objec-tives." Victory Rode the Rails portrays the decisive military advantage enjoyed by the side that controlled the railroads. Turner was a retired lawyer and insurance executive when his book was first published in 1953. It "remains the best introduction to the subject of railroads and military operations during the Civil War," says Gary Gallagher in presenting this book to a new audience.
Publisher: Bison Books
ISBN: 9780803294233
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Early in the Civil War both the North and South were confronted with an entirely new problem in logistics. George Edgar Turner writes: "It began to appear that important railroad junction points were to become major military objec-tives." Victory Rode the Rails portrays the decisive military advantage enjoyed by the side that controlled the railroads. Turner was a retired lawyer and insurance executive when his book was first published in 1953. It "remains the best introduction to the subject of railroads and military operations during the Civil War," says Gary Gallagher in presenting this book to a new audience.
The Road to Victory
Author: David P. Colley
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1497626250
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
This “important contribution to WWII history” reveals the trucking convoy, manned by unsung black soldiers, who helped defeat the Nazis (Publishers Weekly). After the D-Day landings in Normandy, Allied forces faced a golden opportunity—and a critical challenge. They had broken across enemy lines, but there was no infrastructure to supply troops as they pushed into Germany. The US Army improvised a perilous solution: a convoy of trucks marked with red balls that would carry desperately needed ammunition, rations, and fuel deep into occupied Europe. The so-called Red Ball Express lasted eighty-one days and, at its height, numbered nearly six thousand trucks. The mission risked attacks by the Luftwaffe and German ground forces, making it one of the GIs’ most daring gambits. Without the soldiers who successfully executed this operation, World War II would have dragged on in Europe at a terrible cost of Allied lives. Yet the service of these brave drivers, most of whom were African American, has been largely overlooked by history. The first book-length study of the subject, The Road to Victory chronicles the exploits of these soldiers in vivid detail. It’s a story of a fight not only against the Nazis, but against an enemy closer to home: racism.
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1497626250
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
This “important contribution to WWII history” reveals the trucking convoy, manned by unsung black soldiers, who helped defeat the Nazis (Publishers Weekly). After the D-Day landings in Normandy, Allied forces faced a golden opportunity—and a critical challenge. They had broken across enemy lines, but there was no infrastructure to supply troops as they pushed into Germany. The US Army improvised a perilous solution: a convoy of trucks marked with red balls that would carry desperately needed ammunition, rations, and fuel deep into occupied Europe. The so-called Red Ball Express lasted eighty-one days and, at its height, numbered nearly six thousand trucks. The mission risked attacks by the Luftwaffe and German ground forces, making it one of the GIs’ most daring gambits. Without the soldiers who successfully executed this operation, World War II would have dragged on in Europe at a terrible cost of Allied lives. Yet the service of these brave drivers, most of whom were African American, has been largely overlooked by history. The first book-length study of the subject, The Road to Victory chronicles the exploits of these soldiers in vivid detail. It’s a story of a fight not only against the Nazis, but against an enemy closer to home: racism.
All But Normal
Author: Shawn Thornton
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1496414551
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Growing up, Shawn Thornton’s life was anything but normal—but then, so was his mother. After waking from a coma following a car crash, Beverly Thornton’s once sweet and gentle disposition had been replaced by violent mood swings, profanity-laced tirades, and uncontrollable fits of rage. Inside the Thornton house, floors and countertops were piled high with dirty laundry and garbage because Bev was unable to move well enough to clean. Dinners were a Russian roulette of half-cooked meat, spoiled milk, and foods well past their expiration dates. A moment of frustration might prompt her to hurl a knife at Shawn, his brother, Troy, or their dad or to vehemently cuss them out, only to shower them with love and affection moments later as though nothing had happened. And God help the family cat! On several occasions, Bev even tried to jump out of the car on the highway while Shawn and his brother struggled to keep her inside. Yet this same woman was also a devoted Bible reader, Sunday school teacher, and friend to the elderly, poor, and marginalized wherever she went. How the same woman could be a saint one minute and a nightmare the next was a constant source of frustration for the family. Then one day, after decades of embarrassing outbursts, a surprise discovery finally helps the Thornton family come to grips with Bev’s mysterious condition and brings Shawn to a startling realization that changes the course of his life forever. A heartwarming coming-of-age story, All But Normal is a powerful reminder that sometimes the “broken” people in our lives are the ones who need fixing the least.
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1496414551
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Growing up, Shawn Thornton’s life was anything but normal—but then, so was his mother. After waking from a coma following a car crash, Beverly Thornton’s once sweet and gentle disposition had been replaced by violent mood swings, profanity-laced tirades, and uncontrollable fits of rage. Inside the Thornton house, floors and countertops were piled high with dirty laundry and garbage because Bev was unable to move well enough to clean. Dinners were a Russian roulette of half-cooked meat, spoiled milk, and foods well past their expiration dates. A moment of frustration might prompt her to hurl a knife at Shawn, his brother, Troy, or their dad or to vehemently cuss them out, only to shower them with love and affection moments later as though nothing had happened. And God help the family cat! On several occasions, Bev even tried to jump out of the car on the highway while Shawn and his brother struggled to keep her inside. Yet this same woman was also a devoted Bible reader, Sunday school teacher, and friend to the elderly, poor, and marginalized wherever she went. How the same woman could be a saint one minute and a nightmare the next was a constant source of frustration for the family. Then one day, after decades of embarrassing outbursts, a surprise discovery finally helps the Thornton family come to grips with Bev’s mysterious condition and brings Shawn to a startling realization that changes the course of his life forever. A heartwarming coming-of-age story, All But Normal is a powerful reminder that sometimes the “broken” people in our lives are the ones who need fixing the least.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet - Strategy Guide
Author: GamerGuides.com
Publisher: Gamer Guides
ISBN: 1630415839
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 1270
Book Description
This guide for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is a work-in-progress and will be released shortly after launch. Update 6th December 2022: Added about 50 more pages of content to the guide! 275.16MB total size. Guide 1.0 Release Date: 2022-12-01 The guide currently includes the following: - Pre-release pages explaining: - What’s new to Scarlet & Violet. - Newly discovered Pokémon species. - The new characters you’ll meet in Paldea. - The Terastal Phenomenon. The full guide is planned to include the following: - Extensive gameplay section. - Guide for Pokémon battles. - Tips and Tricks. - Where to find all of the best and rare Pokémon. - Full walkthrough for the three story paths: - Victory Road, including all Gym fights. - Path of Legends; how to defeat all the Titan Pokémon. - Starfall Street; how to make a mockery of Team Star. - Map of the Paldea region, including wild Pokémon locations. - A comprehensive Pokédex, featuring all the Pokémon found in Paldea. - A detailed item database, including all the TMs.
Publisher: Gamer Guides
ISBN: 1630415839
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 1270
Book Description
This guide for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is a work-in-progress and will be released shortly after launch. Update 6th December 2022: Added about 50 more pages of content to the guide! 275.16MB total size. Guide 1.0 Release Date: 2022-12-01 The guide currently includes the following: - Pre-release pages explaining: - What’s new to Scarlet & Violet. - Newly discovered Pokémon species. - The new characters you’ll meet in Paldea. - The Terastal Phenomenon. The full guide is planned to include the following: - Extensive gameplay section. - Guide for Pokémon battles. - Tips and Tricks. - Where to find all of the best and rare Pokémon. - Full walkthrough for the three story paths: - Victory Road, including all Gym fights. - Path of Legends; how to defeat all the Titan Pokémon. - Starfall Street; how to make a mockery of Team Star. - Map of the Paldea region, including wild Pokémon locations. - A comprehensive Pokédex, featuring all the Pokémon found in Paldea. - A detailed item database, including all the TMs.
The Road-maker
This Is Our Town
Author: Alexandra Osborn Spotti
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 1665709847
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
With World War II raging throughout Europe, the United States knew it needed to produce magnesium—the “miracle metal”—in prodigious quantities. Thousands of souls from across the United States heeded the call and traveled to Southern Nevada to build the world’s largest magnesium production plant. Living conditions were harsh in the parched desert encampment that some called Tent City. But the iron-willed men and women who answered the call would break all records in magnesium production. When the war ended, however, a mass exodus from the settlement left it on the brink of becoming just another ghost town. In this book, the author offers readers a front-row seat to the development of Henderson, Nevada. In plain, straightforward language, she examines the forces that propelled the small community through the war and how it continued to thrive into the twenty-first century. Whether you’re interested in World War II, the history of Nevada, or the history of Henderson in particular, this book reveals the powerful impact of a small desert town.
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 1665709847
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
With World War II raging throughout Europe, the United States knew it needed to produce magnesium—the “miracle metal”—in prodigious quantities. Thousands of souls from across the United States heeded the call and traveled to Southern Nevada to build the world’s largest magnesium production plant. Living conditions were harsh in the parched desert encampment that some called Tent City. But the iron-willed men and women who answered the call would break all records in magnesium production. When the war ended, however, a mass exodus from the settlement left it on the brink of becoming just another ghost town. In this book, the author offers readers a front-row seat to the development of Henderson, Nevada. In plain, straightforward language, she examines the forces that propelled the small community through the war and how it continued to thrive into the twenty-first century. Whether you’re interested in World War II, the history of Nevada, or the history of Henderson in particular, this book reveals the powerful impact of a small desert town.
Pokémon
Author: Elizabeth Hollinger
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN: 0761542566
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Includes a complete walkthrough of the vast new Pokémon world as well as tips and strategies to help you win the contests.
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN: 0761542566
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Includes a complete walkthrough of the vast new Pokémon world as well as tips and strategies to help you win the contests.
Pokémon: Black & White 2 - Strategy Guide
Author: GamerGuides.com
Publisher: Gamer Guides
ISBN: 1621544303
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
Inside this guide you will find: - Top tricks for beating all eight Gym Leader - Beat the Elite Four and the current Champion with style! - How and where to find the Pokemon you want to catch - Find and catch all Legendary Pokemon! - Post story-mode walkthrough with all hidden areas uncovered - Save time by finding the rarest of items for free! - Packed full with high-quality screenshots! - Tips and info on both Black and White versions - And LOADS more inside! Updates: - Added complete tables for every Wild Pokémon found in each area as well as encounter rates. - Fixed tables that weren't displaying correctly on the website. - Further editing improvements to text and formatting. - Completely reformatted for easier viewing on all devices! - All missing White 2 sections added, plus the mysterious Nature Preserve. - Expanded the Introduction and Gameplay section with loads of new information. - Videos for all the Gym Leader and Elite Four battles, plus legendary Pokemon. - Dozens of illustrative and pretty screenshots. - Missing areas amended - Expanded segment describing the intricacies of training a Pokémon - Concise and easy to understand explanations of advanced stat building systems - learn how to raise a prize Pokémon
Publisher: Gamer Guides
ISBN: 1621544303
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
Inside this guide you will find: - Top tricks for beating all eight Gym Leader - Beat the Elite Four and the current Champion with style! - How and where to find the Pokemon you want to catch - Find and catch all Legendary Pokemon! - Post story-mode walkthrough with all hidden areas uncovered - Save time by finding the rarest of items for free! - Packed full with high-quality screenshots! - Tips and info on both Black and White versions - And LOADS more inside! Updates: - Added complete tables for every Wild Pokémon found in each area as well as encounter rates. - Fixed tables that weren't displaying correctly on the website. - Further editing improvements to text and formatting. - Completely reformatted for easier viewing on all devices! - All missing White 2 sections added, plus the mysterious Nature Preserve. - Expanded the Introduction and Gameplay section with loads of new information. - Videos for all the Gym Leader and Elite Four battles, plus legendary Pokemon. - Dozens of illustrative and pretty screenshots. - Missing areas amended - Expanded segment describing the intricacies of training a Pokémon - Concise and easy to understand explanations of advanced stat building systems - learn how to raise a prize Pokémon