One of the foremost intellects of the 19th century Photo Source Frederick Douglass was born into slavery to a mix-raced mother of Native American and Black heritage. Rumors claimed his white master was his father, but that remains unknown. Raised in beastly conditions, this incredible human being was cruelly segregated from his mother at an … Continue reading Writers 2 Remember: Frederick Douglass
Category: Biographies & Memoirs
#BooksForTheHoliday – Readers, Today’s National V-J Day
LEARN MORE Though August 15, 1945 is when the officials announced the surrender of Japan, ending the second world war, they didn't actually sign their surrender until September 2, 1945. We remember this important day because it brought peace after six horrific years of hellish conditions, which irrevocably altered our world forever. You can learn … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – Readers, Today’s National V-J Day
My First Last Year
My First Last Year Roger Leslie’s critically acclaimed memoir that turns every life situation in a spiritual transformation and lesson The book is published by Paradise Publishing and is available worldwide in print format In response to a spiritual dream, Roger Leslie lived a year as if it were his last. New inspirations set his … Continue reading My First Last Year
Writers 2 Remember: Hunter S. Thompson
Writer who popularized Gonzo Journalism Photo Source Hunter S. Thompson was an interesting man. Often a rebel, hunter had many clashes with authority, but his iconoclastic beliefs helped to guide him into the man he became. It shaped how he looked at the world and forged him into one of the forefathers of the New … Continue reading Writers 2 Remember: Hunter S. Thompson
My Book Review of Whiskers Abroad: Ashi and Audrey’s Adventures in Japan
Whiskers Abroad: Ashi and Audrey's Adventures in Japan by Carrie Carter My rating: 5 of 5 stars Adorable Travel MemoirRight off the bat, I was impressed by the design of this book. The choices for layout and format were brilliant. They added to the adventure of the tale, especially with how the author and illustrator … Continue reading My Book Review of Whiskers Abroad: Ashi and Audrey’s Adventures in Japan
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