This biography of a little-remembered Southern humorist "delivers on its claim that Cobb's life is emblematic of changes that registered on a larger scale" ( Journal of Southern History)."Humor is merely tragedy standing on its head with its pants torn." ?Irvin S. CobbBorn and raised in Paducah, Kentucky, humorist Irvin S. Cobb (1876–1944) rose from humble beginnings to become one of the early twentieth century's most celebrated writers. As ...

Can Christian community be racially exclusive and still call itself faithful? In the United States, the story of Christianity has been intertwined with the story of race since the beginning. All too often, Christian leaders have fostered cultures that wound minority members instead of creating cultures that heal division. With this history of exclusion, all Christians must ask whether our churches practice the racial hospitality envisioned in the Scriptures. In this necessary conversation,...

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: 175+ Western Novels & Short Stories in One Edition is a comprehensive anthology that captures the essence of the Western genre through a diverse tapestry of narratives. This collection delves into the themes of rugged individualism, frontier justice, and the unyielding spirit of the American West. It spans a broad range of literary styles, from action-packed adventures and moral tales to poignant character studies and satirical reflections on frontier life....

Dive into the vast, untamed landscapes of early America with '150 Western Classics,' a sweeping anthology that captures the spirit of the frontier in its myriad forms. From tales of rugged cowboys and frontier justice to poignant stories of perseverance and survival, the collection paints a vivid portrait of the West's untamed character. Readers will find a variety of styles encompassing heart-stopping adventures, romantic sagas, and insightful drama within this vibrant tapestry. Notable s...

150 Western Classics is an exceptional anthology that captures the expansive and rugged spirit of the American West. This collection expertly weaves together a tapestry of narratives that range from stark, gritty realism to the romantic portrayal of the frontier, encapsulating the diverse literary styles synonymous with the Western genre. The anthology showcases gripping tales of exploration, survival, and the indomitable human spirit. Each piece stands as a testament to the profound and e...

Polynesian Researches:Hawaii is the famous record of the author's visit to the Hawaiian Islands in the early nineteenth century. It includes an account of Hawaiian history, government, religion , warfare, and traditions- a general survey of Hawaiian life. More than this, it is the author's personal observations of Hawaiian manners and customs and is invaluable to anyone interested in old Hawaii.The author, Rev. William Ellis, lived in Polynesia as a missionary from 1817 to...

"It seemed impossible for Billy Sunday to stand behind the pulpit and talk only with his mouth. When he alluded to the man who acts no better than a four-footed brute, Sunday was down on all fours and you saw that brute. In a dramatic description of the marathon, he pictured an athlete falling at the goal and--there lay the evangelist on the platform."Through his ministry, approximately three hundred thousand persons were led to faith in Christ.

The disparity between the ideal, a democratic America, and the reality, racial oppression and poverty, is so great that serious voices among blacks, students, and others challenged the ethical foundations of the nation in the 1960s. Local political organizations emerging out of black ghettos led a black revolt, asserting a revolutionary black nationalism rather than social reform and integration. For those blacks, white America could no longer dictate right and wrong, and certainly could n...

What happens when the impossible becomes undeniable?Imagine turning on the television: a craft has landed. A door opens. A ramp descends. Beings from another world step onto Earth—and nothing is ever the same again.Many of us sense that we are on the threshold of such a culture-shattering event.Governments are releasing hundreds of videos. Pilots are coming forward. Whistleblowers are demanding answers.

If you read this I hope you enjoy the wild story I wrote. Just a different view of what our death could mean. Enjoyed writing it and hope the idea I present in this story does not happen not that it couldn’t.

Dear Reader, Love has been expressed in our songs and literature in so many ways it is hard not to repeat its meaning in words. In this Novel of Norman and Bonnie, I tried to present a story of love in a way that I hope you the reader will not take my love story too personal. I do not know why I wrote this Novel and maybe it was just to please myself. I have a hard time going over my words without tears for it is a sad story of two people in love who have grown old and one of them is dying...

We were created on the outer edge of the universe, and powerful ancients continue to watch us from that home far away. The ancients use 100% of their brains, which enables them to perform fantastic feats no earthly creature could imagine. Many years ago, these ancient beings altered the human DNA, removing our capability to use 100% of our brains, therefore keeping us forever beneath their reign and keeping them forever safe from human attack. Despite the lessened use of our brains, the hu...