From free speech to fair trials, many of your rights as an American are guaranteed by the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution. Known as the Bill of Rights, this enduring document—along with its interpretation—continues to inspire debate and shape our lives.But if you’re like most Americans, you haven’t had a chance to explore the Constitution and its fascinating history since you were a teenager. Now, The Bill of Rights: Understanding the Constitution and You...

A captivating 24-lecture audio series on the U.S. Constitution by award-winning law professor David L. Hudson Jr.Written more than two hundred years ago, the Constitution remains the backbone of American government and an example of freedom and democracy the world over. Once called the “Miracle at Philadelphia,” it remains America’s vital governing force today.Join Prof. Hudson to learn how and why this foundational document came to be and how it has been i...

The definitive series on America’s boxing greats by a renowned boxing expert, author of over 40 books, and world-champion boxing judge.The bare-knuckle boxer John L. Sullivan in the late 1800s, the ferocious fists of “Iron” Mike Tyson in the 1980s, the culture shock of the legendary Jack Johnson, the worldwide phenomenon of Muhammad Ali—the sport of boxing has shaped American culture for more than a century.No sport is more enthralling than boxing—called “t...

This book is written for the Labrador owner whose dog is a family pet and also a working gundog. It guides the owner through all stages of training the dog so that the standard of field performance required can be achieved, whether it be working the dog several days a week or once or twice a season. The book also includes chapters on buying, rearing and working Labradors.

'Good schools think with people and not to people' argues David Hudson in this thought-provoking practical guide for those wanting to bridge the gap between middle and senior management roles, and make a difference in their schools. Accessibly and engagingly written and packed with real-life examples, this book will prove essential reading for ambitious teachers and deputy heads everywhere. Whilst many management books tend to overcomplicate David writes with refreshing c...

Known as “Mr. Civil Rights” for his advocacy on behalf of racial justice, Thurgood Marshall argued before the U.S. Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education, arguably the most important Supreme Court decision in history. He later became the first African American to serve as U.S. Solicitor and as a Supreme Court Justice. Justice William Brennan wrote that his friend and colleague was “the central figure in this nation’s struggle to eliminate institutional racism.”

Join bestselling biographer and sports author David L. Hudson for an inspirational view into the lives and triumphs of the world’s greatest athletes.We love them. We cheer for them like we know them personally. We name roads, buildings, and even towns after them. These are the sports heroes and heroines whose athletic accomplishments amaze and inspire us. Many are remarkable not only for their accomplishments in sports but also for the courageous ways they approach...

Which flashpoint moment in US sports history stays with you the most? Whether we witness these moments of greatness ourselves or hear about them secondhand, these images become etched in our minds, indelibly imprinted in our national collective consciousness.Now, in this compelling 15-lecture audio series, The Great Moments in Sports History that Inspired America, David L. Hudson, Jr., author of numerous books on sports, takes us back in time to relive some of these epic p...

A captivating 24-lecture audio series on the U.S. Constitution by award-winning law professor David L. Hudson Jr.Written more than two hundred years ago, the Constitution remains the backbone of American government and an example of freedom and democracy the world over. Once called the “Miracle at Philadelphia,” it remains America’s vital governing force today.Join Prof. Hudson to learn how and why this foundational document came to be and how it has been interpreted and appl...

Chief Inspector Julie Marsden is pushing forty and odds on to die alone. She is apparently short of allure, whatever allure she had having long since collapsed under the excess weight of unreasonable expectation. She is possessed of an absolute certainty that she is exceptionally good at her job, that good men are rarer than rocking horse manure, and that she is the world’s worst mother. How else can she explain Emily Calier - such a pleasant and respectful girl - and Rosie, her own truth ...

Tales from the life of a Midwesterner growing up in the mid-20th century. Humorous and serious anecdotes paint a tapestry of a life long gone, as well as a perspective on more modern times. Stories full of love, laughter, and wry commentary will leave the reader thinking about what truly defines a life.

Free speech lies at the heart of our American identity. The Founding Fathers enshrined this right in the first 45 words of the Bill of Rights.But what does the First Amendment really mean? How have views of its provisions evolved since 1791?The First Amendment grants us freedom of religion and the press, as well as the rights to petition and peaceful assembly. But perhaps no doctrine is as important to liberty as the freedom of speech. In this 12-lecture audio course, First...