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Half a Century Ago offers a vivid recollection of memories about coming of age in the Bronx, New York, in the 1970s. This engaging story is an empowering listen about how family love provided the foundation to overcome the challenges faced by language and cultural barriers, poverty and social inequities while remaining steadfast focused on positive outcomes. Dr. Arias told these stories to her students over the years in the classroom. She now wishes to share those tales to a larger audience of young immigrants who struggle to overcome adversity and hope for a brighter future.

Get ready to be inspired by one of the most remarkable leaders in history, and perhaps the most well-known American of all time. "George Washington: The First American President” is an immersive and thought-provoking exploration of the life and legacy of a true visionary. Be transported to the heart of Washington's world, and witness his transformation from a young surveyor to the first President of the United States. Each chapter includes Washington's profound insights, giving you direct access to his brilliant mind and unwavering commitment to the ideals of liberty and self-government. ...

The inspiring stories of six people who changed history. Contents: Henry J Heinz, the man who invented tomato ketchup; William Lever, who made millions from soap; Michael Marks, founder of the Marks and Spencer stores; Henry Ford, who mass produced cars and made them affordable; Coco Chanel, the businesswoman who changed fashion for women; Ray Kroc, the man who created the McDonald's chain of restaurants.

Life doesn’t always go as we plan. We face many obstacles and adversities as we grow, and it drives us up a wall. I was lucky enough to learn at an early age that I have to put up a good fight to make it through my toughest times. In this first series of Life Is Untitled, you get to see some of the obstacles and adversities I faced as a child, teenager, and young adult. Join me as I take you through my journey of what shaped me into the man that I am today.

Our schools do not teach enough about lessons in life. Many young people do not sit together with family for dinner or have a parent or other adult who makes the time to discuss the experiences of the day. Most television shows and movies are not helpful. Since young people talk and text together, they are apt to believe some completely misguided ideas. Dropping in on the Waves of Life provides a 3D experience in which you live life through a surfer’s own eyes.

This is the startling true story of a teenager’s struggle to enter the enticing world of top 40 radio in its heyday, not for fame or fortune, but for below-minimum wage. Follow the exploits of a boy who can’t even use his real name on the radio, but whose parents let him do it anyway. Enjoy actual audios from the author's various radio jobs.

Oprah Winfrey has been called the Queen of All Media for good reason: during her more than 30-year career, she has left an indelible mark on radio, television, film, theater, magazines, and books. One of the most influential people today, Oprah is also a committed humanitarian.

When Angeline Jackson was a child, she wondered if there was something wrong with her for wanting to kiss the other girls. But as her sexuality blossomed in her teens, she knew she wouldn’t “grow out of it” and that her attraction to girls wasn’t against God. In fact, she discovered that same-sex relationships were depicted in the Bible, which she read devoutly, even if the tight-knit evangelical Christian community she grew up in believed any sexual relationship outside of marriage between a man and woman was a sin, and her society, Jamaica, criminalized homosexual sex.

Life is weird. Nothing gives you a sense of perspective like finding out just how weird. I'm an extremely curious chap and with this book I wanted to share the content of my noggin, because I think these are the 147 things that have helped me through this thing we call life. Sometimes because it shows how lucky we are to be here at all, but often because I'm a moron and learned whatever lesson it taught me the hard way, and I'd like to save you the pain of making the same mistakes (I refer here to the waxing of my pubic hair).

Meet the Man Who Changed the World Explore the transformative journey of Mahatma Gandhi, a pioneering leader whose unwavering commitment to non-violence and justice reshaped the landscape of Indian independence and inspired global movements for civil rights and freedom. As a central figure in the fight for India's independence, Gandhi seamlessly combined determination, moral integrity, and visionary leadership to challenge colonial rule and promote social change. This book delves into his motivations, his impactful campaigns, and the enduring legacy of his principles. From his early ...

As one of the most important and influential leaders of America's civil rights movement, Martin Luther King, Jr., became the catalyst for change in a nation marked by segregation and discrimination. Unlike the civil rights activists who argued for a violent response to segregation and prejudice, King believed that peaceful resistance could bring about great change.

Jimmy, known by his friends as Meathead, wants to be a good kid...he really does. But his friends are wild and lead him into serious trouble. Stealing, fighting slingshot battles, and lying to girls, Meathead hilariously struggles to be honest while enduring growing pains and dealing with a terrible loss. Set in the suburbs in the late '70s, even Meathead starts to understand what it takes to grow up and be a good man.

Daddy doesn't know. Neither does mama or my sister, Pita. It was just life in a poor neighborhood in Brooklyn. An immigrant story of coming to America and the struggles to blend in and overcome the many obstacles threatening to derail a dream for a better life. What stories others could tell, but I know mine, and I'm no longer afraid.

Being a teenager is difficult enough, but having to go through puberty while realising you're in the wrong body comes with a whole new set of problems: bullying, self-doubt and, in some cases, facing a physical and medical transition. Alex is an ordinary young 20-something: he likes pugs, donuts and retro video games, and he sleeps with his socks on. He's also transgender and was born female. He's been living as a male for the past few years and has recently started his physical transition.

Norma D. Davis has struggled with finally telling the truth about how betrayal almost caused her to give up on sisterhood and brotherhood all together when a female soldier helped a male soldier rape her because her sexual moral compass remained the same despite the pressure. Davis only spoke with mental health officials about the traumatic experience and betrayal in 2008 for the first time. Davis came forward and decided that young adults, veterans, males, and females who are heading out into the world need to always be aware of the evil that lurks around them.

There have been many books written about women who changed the world a long time ago. This book goes in-depth and profiles 30 of the most influential girls, teens, and women who are actively changing the world right now. Their stories will inspire teens to take action now and begin creating the type of world that represents them, their values, and their passions.

How many of these famous Greek philosophers do you know? Each of these 15 gave a great contribution to history. Not only did they work on numbers, they also molded societies, cultures, philosophies, and beliefs. The philosophers may have died many years ago but their brilliance still shines until this day. Get to know these 15 famous Greek philosophers today!

Barack Obama was the first African American president of the United States. The fact that he was elected already says a great deal about the change of perception in most Americans. But how did little Barack grow up to become president? Learn about his life and be inspired by his courage and determination. Buy a copy today.

Uma das coisas mais complexas da vida é a luta para aceitar-se. Todos os dias, travamos uma batalha contra nós mesmas, nossos desejos, nossa sexualidade e nosso corpo. Nunca é o suficiente, sempre falta algo. Por Todas Nós surge como um ombro amigo e solidário, mostrando que não estamos sozinhas em nossos sofrimentos diários e precisamos questionar tudo aquilo que a sociedade impõe - sem julgamentos nem padrões preconcebidos.

The Big Ranch in The Ozarks: A Journey of the Greatest Generation will take you on a journey with the Erwin family through the Roaring Twenties, Great Depression, World War II, leading to the 1960s era when the family fulfilled their dream to own a cattle ranch in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks. If that wasn’t enough, the book also chronicles Robin’s father’s death-defying yearlong adventure as an aerial agricultural pilot ferrying a Grumman G164 Ag Cat biplane on the North Atlantic air ferry route flying from New York City to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.