In this "great and necessary addition to the canon of Vietnam War memoirs" the author "is a thoroughly human Virgil guiding us through the hell of combat" ( New York Journal of Books).Peter Clark's year in Vietnam began in July 1966, when he was shipped out with hundreds of other young recruits as a replacement in the 1st Infantry Division. Assigned to the Alpha Company, Clark gives a visceral and vivid account of life in the platoon as he progresses from ...

A special 10th anniversary edition of Roy Peter Clark's bestselling guide to writing, featuring five bonus tools.Ten years ago, Roy Peter Clark, America's most influential writing teacher, whittled down almost thirty years of experience in journalism, writing, and teaching into a series of fifty short essays on different aspects of writing. In the past decade, Writing Tools has become a classic guidebook for novices and experts alike and remains one of the...

The Legal Battle: The protagonist becomes embroiled in a legal case that tests their integrity and resilience. The case may involve accusations, trials, and the quest for truth.Personal Struggles: Alongside the legal challenges, the protagonist faces personal issues, including relationships and internal conflicts, which add depth to their character.Quest for Justice: The novel focuses on the protagonist's pursuit of justice, both legally and morally, exploring themes of right and wrong.Res...

In a world obsessed with quick wins and overnight success, "The Long Game - Building a Business That Lasts" offers a refreshing perspective on what it truly takes to build a lasting, resilient business. Whether you’re an entrepreneur starting out, a business owner looking to scale sustainably, or a leader wanting to secure a lasting legacy, this book is your guide to thinking strategically, planning for the future, and staying grounded in what matters most."The Long Game" delves in...

Peter Clark MacFarlane (1871-1924) was an American writer, actor, pastor and novelist.He was frequently published in The American Magazine, Collier's and the Saturday Evening Post where his articles on politics received significant attention, and wrote many novels, including The Quest of the Yellow Pearl (1909), The Centurion’s Story (1910), California, the Promised Land (1913), Held to Answer (1916), The Crack in th...

In "Held to Answer," Peter Clark MacFarlane weaves a compelling narrative that intricately explores themes of accountability, truth, and moral ambiguity within the contemporary socio-political landscape. The novel is marked by a distinct literary style that blends incisive dialogue with rich, descriptive prose, drawing readers into a world where characters grapple with their past decisions and the consequences that follow. Set against the backdrop of modern dilemmas, MacFarlane deftly empl...

Sam Clemens escaped with his life from the Mississippi Valley in 1861. He went to the Nevada Territory in 1861 as the irreverent 20 something assistant to Sam’s brother, Orion, the Territorial Secretary and 2nd most powerful person in the Nevada Territory— second only to Governor Nye, with whom Sam lost a debate on State’s rights (& wrongs).He tried to be a peacemaker with his sarcastic wit during the disagreement that came to be known as the Civil War. But while he succeeded in a ...

Emirates Diaries tells the story of how Peter Clark came to love the Emirates and its people. He got to know Abu Dhabi sheikhs and Dubai merchants and people at every level of society. The country was on the cusp of enormous economic expansion and this book is an affectionate picture of the Emirates when it was still like a chain of large informal villages. The people of the UAE were aware of their good fortune and were, he found, open, generous and innovative.Clark arranged for th...

A book for beginners needing to carry out the occasional public speaking event, perhaps a wedding, a presentation, a birthday speech or a reading at a solemn event.101 Tips Public Speaking, provides the answer to many aspects, that would be first time speakers fear. In fact it is suitable to assist anyone needing to speak in public intermittently.The author draws on his vast experience, over thirty years of public speaking events, both formal and informal. Learn the pitfall...

From one of America's most influential teachers, a collection of the best writing advice distilled from fifty language books -- from Aristotle to Strunk and White.With so many excellent writing guides lining bookstore shelves, it can be hard to know where to look for the best advice. Should you go with Natalie Goldberg or Anne Lamott? Maybe William Zinsser or Stephen King would be more appropriate. Then again, what about the classics -- Strunk and White, or even Ar...

Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul: these are only three names that have been given to the city that straddles two continents, was the capital of two multinational empires and is today a vibrant commercial and artistic city, the largest in Turkey and, after Moscow, the largest in Europe. After the collapse of the Ottoman Empire nearly a century ago, it played second fiddle to the new capital, Ankara, but in the last twenty years it has enjoyed a renaissance as an exciting international ci...

America's most influential writing teacher offers an engaging and practical guide to effective short-form writing." How to Write Short is a deeply practical guidebook and an annotated collection of concise gems from some of the world's greatest writers and journalists, not one of them longer than 300 words. Roy's message is clear: great writing is a matter of craft, not word count. How to Wri...