Attempts by evangelical Christians to claim Washington and other founders as their own, and scholars' ongoing attempts to contradict these claims, are nothing new. Particularly after Washington was no longer around to refute them, legends of his Baptist baptism or secret conversion to Catholicism began to proliferate. Mount Vernon researcher Mary Thompson endeavors to get beyond the current preoccupation with whether Washington and other founders were or were not evangelical Christians to ...

"Foot-prints of a Letter Carrier; or, A History of the World's Correspondence" by James Rees explores the evolution of communication through the lens of postal services. The book delves into the historical significance of letter carriers and their pivotal role in connecting people across distances. Rees provides a vivid narrative that highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by these unsung heroes of communication, illustrating how their efforts shaped the way information was exchanged...

From James Rees, Executive Director of Mount Vernon, comes anenlightening guide to the leadership wisdom of America's first great leader. George Washington was more than just an inspiring battlefield commander; he was critical to the founding and success of the United States ofAmerica. His leadership, his vision, and his courage united a war-torncountry and set the United States on the path to greatness. Washington's historic contribution to this nation--his leadership and his character--a...

Example in this ebookThere are few institutions in this or in any other country the history of which is so little known as is that of the post-office. The very name, in the opinion of the masses, is sufficient to enlighten them; and beyond this little or no interest is manifested. Yet the history, if fairly written, would surprise that very portion who consider the name alone an index to its unwritten pages.Indeed, it seems strange that so important a branc...

Foot-prints of a Letter Carrier: A History of the World's Correspondence by James Rees is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of the evolution of communication through the ages, focusing on the development of postal systems and the vital role of letter carriers. Drawing from a wealth of historical sources, anecdotes, and personal observations, Rees traces the journey of written correspondence from ancient civilizations—where messages were delivered by foot, horseback, and even pige...

In "Foot-prints of a Letter Carrier; or, A History of the World's Correspondence," James Rees masterfully intertwines personal narrative with a sweeping historical analysis of letter writing and postal systems. Through engaging anecdotes as a letter carrier, Rees explores the evolution of correspondence from antiquity to the modern age, examining the social, political, and technological transformations that shaped human communication. His literary style is marked by a blend of detailed obs...

The voluntary sector was central to the COVID-19 response: fulfilling basic needs, highlighting new and existing inequalities and coordinating action where the state had been slow to respond.This book curates rigorous academic, policy and practice-based research into the response and adaptation of the UK voluntary sector during the pandemic. Contributions explore the ways the sector responded to new challenges and the longer-term consequences for the sector’s workforce, volunteers ...

God save the Queen**—**but only Jack Morgan and Private can save the Royal Family in this thriller from the world's #1 bestselling author.Private is the most elite detective agency in the world. But when kidnappers threaten to execute a Royal Family member in front of the Queen, Jack Morgan and his team have just 24 hours to stop them. Or heads will roll ... literally.BookShots—original, lightning-fast stories by Ja...

A secret and the British crown make a murderous combination in this page-turning suspense novel in the #1 bestselling Private series.Private, the best investigation unit in the world, has agents who are the smartest, fastest, and most technologically advanced in the world—and they always uncover the truth. No wonder the most influential men and women on the planet seek their help on a daily basis.But there's only one client who can make its founder, Jack Mo...

This important book is the first edited collection to provide an up to date and comprehensive overview of the third sector’s role in public service delivery. Exploring areas such as social enterprise, capacity building, volunteering and social value, the authors provide a platform for academic and policy debates on the topic. Drawing on research carried out at the ESRC funded Third Sector Research Centre, the book charts the historical development of the state-third sector relationship, an...

A secret and the British crown make a murderous combination in this page-turning suspense novel in the #1 bestselling Private series.Private, the best investigation unit in the world, has agents who are the smartest, fastest, and most technologically advanced in the world—and they always uncover the truth. No wonder the most influential men and women on the planet seek their help on a daily basis.But there's only one client who can make its founder, Jack Mo...

They're about to make off with millions in stolen diamonds -- until someone beats them at their own game . . .Three thieves have been planning the perfect diamond heist for months. They're finally ready to make the hit, and everything is set to go off without a hitch -- until a rival crew shows up to steal the diamonds at the exact same time.BookShotsLightning Fast Stories by James PattersonNovels you can devour in a f...