Early in 1973 I was flying a normal Variable Stability System (VSS) flight at the Naval Air Test Center, Patuxent River, Maryland. The student in the right seat of the converted B-26 aircraft was Lieutenant Commander George White. He was flying his third consecutive VSS flight. George had successfully completed all his upper air work in the vicinity of 10,000 feet. He commenced making a series of approaches to the active runway, which was oriented northeast/southwest (04/22)1. Each approac...

Discover The Legendary "Full Secret" to Living an Exceptional LifeWhat if you could unlock the full power of Napoleon Hill's Think and Grow Rich? In this legendary book, Hill says there's a SECRET for success. But he'll only gives us half the secret. In The Missing Secret, John Mitchell finally reveals the full secret that bridges the gap between intention and extraordinary results.Drawing on groundbreaking science that he teaches at one of the "Top 5" busi...

The book offers a variety of recipes that demonstrate the use of fireless cooking appliances, such as the fireless cooker (a type of insulated cooking pot), which could cook food using residual heat. The dishes include soups, stews, casseroles, puddings, and a variety of baked goods that benefit from the slow, even cooking process. Mitchell explains how to prepare meals in advance and then let the fireless cooker do the work, allowing home cooks to save time and energy while still creating...

The Fireless Cook Book turns a simple idea into a remarkably practical system for the home kitchen: bring food to a boil, seal it in an insulated cooker, and let retained heat do the rest. Written for inexperienced cooks as well as seasoned household managers, it explains the science behind fireless cooking and shows how this method can save fuel, labor, utensils, kitchen heat, and money while improving flavor and freeing the cook from constant attention. The book traces the evolution from...

Eleven centuries ago, an industrious and conscientious historian, desiring to give a record of the establishment of his forefathers in this island, could find no fuller or better account than this: “About the year of Grace 445-446, the British inhabitants of England, deserted by the Roman masters who had enervated while they protected them, and exposed to the ravages of Picts and Scots from the extreme and barbarous portions of the island, called in the assistance of heathen Saxons from th...

Author John Hanson Mitchell recounts a marathon bicycle trek from Andalusia to the Outer Hebrides, tracing solar myths, sun cults, birds, and flowering plants all along the way.

In the heart of the Scottish Highlands, amidst the rugged beauty of the mountains and glens, two ancient faiths collide in a tale of love, betrayal, and the enduring power of tradition. Two Old Faiths follows the intertwined destinies of two young women, one a devout Catholic and the other a staunch Protestant. As their paths cross, they find themselves torn between their beliefs and the undeniable attraction that draws them together. But in a society where religious differences divide com...

The Last American by John Ames Mitchell is a fascinating and satirical science fiction work that offers a unique perspective on civilization, decline, and the legacy humanity leaves behind. Told through the lens of future explorers uncovering the remnants of a fallen society, the story delivers a powerful blend of humor, irony, and thought-provoking insight.The true attraction of this book lies in its clever critique of culture and progress, as

Diving deep into the intricate world of Remotely Piloted Aircrafts (RPAs), Lt. Col. John "Hawkeye" Mitchell paints a vivid canvas of aerial warfare in the 21st century in "The Reaper's Flight". Tracing the legacy of aviation—from the first unmanned crafts to the technologically superior drones of today—Mitchell's detailed expositions shed light on the myriad developments and strategic shifts.Amidst the backdrop of an evolving military landscape, Mitchell's narrative is punctuated w...

The astounding discoveries of Khan-li of Dimph-yoo-chur have thrown floods of light upon the domestic life of the Mehrikan people. He little realized when he landed upon that sleeping continent what a service he was about to render history, or what enthusiasm his discoveries would arouse among Persian archaeologists.

Looking for Mr. Gilbert is an account of the quest to uncover the heretofore unknown life of Robert A. Gilbert, an African American serving man who worked for the ornithologist William Brewster. A man of many talents, Gilbert went on to become the first African American landscape photographer.

"Drowsy" is a whimsical and imaginative novel centered around a young boy named Drowsy. The story takes place in a fantastical world where Drowsy embarks on a series of surreal and dreamlike adventures.The narrative is filled with elements of fantasy and satire, blending the real world with a dreamlike setting that reflects the inner life and imagination of the protagonist. Drowsy encounters a variety of strange characters and situations, each of which offers a mix of humor, social comment...