JUNK TO GOLD: How I Turned One Scrapyard into a Multi-Billion Dollar Global Business is the remarkable true story of Willis Johnson, founder of Copart [CPRT] and a self-made American entrepreneur. From humble beginnings on a family farm to building one of the largest online vehicle auction companies in the world, Willis shares an inspiring journey shaped by grit, faith, and hard work.Told with honesty and humility, JUNK TO GOLD blends personal stories of l...

The world is filled with people who have great aspirations, goals to reach, and dreams to chase. Everyone is reaching for something better; everyone wants to be a success. It is normal to life to desire these things, but pursuing them without having a personal relationship with our Heavenly Father is like chasing the wind. When He is not included in our plans, we may enjoy them for a season, but at the end we are left empty inside.We were born with a purpose; that being to live for...

The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, shamanism and ancient knowledge. Our Books are available in digital format. We have approximat...

"The History of Cuba, vol. 4" by Willis Fletcher Johnson is a comprehensive exploration of Cuba's rich and complex past. This volume delves into the political, social, and economic developments that have shaped the island nation. Johnson's meticulous research and engaging narrative style bring to life the struggles and triumphs of the Cuban people throughout various historical periods. The book serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the intricate tapestry of...

Willis Fletcher Johnson's 'The History of Cuba' is a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the tumultuous history of Cuba. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book delves into the political, social, and cultural developments that have shaped the island nation. Johnson provides readers with a detailed analysis of key events such as the Spanish colonization, the struggle for independence, and the Cuban Revolution, placing them within the broader context of Latin America...

“Cuba was thus in her foundation the fortunate recipient of the rugged and masterful spirit of Estremadura, and of the elements of government and of social grace and intellectual power which Seville could so well and so abundantly supply; and these two contrasting yet by no means incompatible elements became characteristic of the Cuban people; complementarily contributing to the development of a national character quite distinct from that of the Mother Country or that of any other of her o...

"The History of Cuba, vol. 5" by Willis Fletcher Johnson is a comprehensive exploration of Cuba's rich and complex past. This volume delves into the political, social, and economic developments that have shaped the island nation. Johnson's meticulous research and engaging narrative style bring to life the struggles and triumphs of the Cuban people throughout various historical periods. The book serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the intricate tapestry of...

"Life of Wm. Tecumseh Sherman" by Willis Fletcher Johnson is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life and military career of General William Tecumseh Sherman, a key figure in the American Civil War. The book explores Sherman's early life, his rise through the military ranks, and his pivotal role in leading Union forces to victory. Johnson's narrative captures Sherman's complex personality, his strategic brilliance, and his controversial tactics, particularly his famous "March to...

"My Country, 'Tis of Thee!" by Willis Fletcher Johnson is a poignant exploration of national identity and pride. The book delves into the themes of patriotism and the deep emotional connection individuals have with their homeland. Johnson's eloquent prose captures the essence of what it means to love one’s country, reflecting on its beauty, struggles, and the shared experiences that bind its people together. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt expressions, the author invites readers to con...

"History of the Johnstown Flood" by Willis Fletcher Johnson is a detailed account of the catastrophic flood that struck Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in 1889. The book meticulously chronicles the events leading up to the disaster, including the failure of the South Fork Dam, which unleashed a torrent of water upon the town. Johnson's narrative captures the chaos and devastation experienced by the residents, as well as the heroic efforts of those who attempted to rescue victims. His thorough res...

After dinner a few of the bolder spirits among the men take counsel of a guide, who leads them to the Moorish coffee-house by the great Mosque. There they listen to the music of ghaitah and gimbri, pay a peseta for a cup of indifferent coffee, and buy an unmusical instrument or two for many times the proper price. Thereafter they retire to their hotel to consider how fancy can best embellish the bare facts of the evening's amusement, while the True Believers of the coffee-house (debased in...

The summer of 1889 will ever be memorable for its appalling disasters by flood and flame. In that period fell the heaviest blow of the nineteenth century—a blow scarcely paralleled in the histories of civilized lands. Central Pennsylvania, a center of industry, thrift and comfort, was desolated by floods unprecedented in the records of the great waters. On both sides of the Alleghenies these ravages were felt in terrific power, but on the western slope their terrors were infinitely multipl...