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Black resistance to white supremacy is often reduced to a simple binary, between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s nonviolence and Malcolm X's "by any means necessary." In We Refuse, historian Kellie Carter Jackson urges us to move past this false choice, offering an unflinching examination of the breadth of Black responses to white oppression, particularly those pioneered by Black women.

From its origins in the 1750s, the White-led American abolitionist movement adhered to principles of "moral suasion" and nonviolent resistance as both religious tenet and political strategy. Through tactical violence, argues Carter Jackson, Black abolitionist leaders accomplished what White nonviolent abolitionists could not: creating the conditions that necessitated the Civil War.

An inspiring memoir of the star running back for the Alabama Crimson Tide and Pittsburgh Steelers, Najee Harris, this book tells the story of how he overcame adversity and realized his untold potential. Few players have ever been able to do what Najee Harris has done and lived up to the hype. He is simply a unique running back, one who can make any run look easy, from a 10-yard sweep to a 60-yard touchdown. In this inspirational memoir Harris tells readers about his journey—from Antioch, California, to being one of the most highly recruited RB’s in the country and eventually committed ...

With a string of punishing victories and an undefeated record, the UFC has been left reeling, wondering where this MMA superstar came from. Coming from the independent state of Dagestan, Khabib has spent his whole life training for his career in MMA. From brutal training sessions in the mountains with his father to wrestling training starting at eight-years-old, Khabib’s style has been the result of a life devoted to one thing, becoming the most dominant MMA fighter on the planet.

Adversity has a way of bringing out the best or worst in people. No one knows about adversity quite like Jalen Hurts. Very few people know what it’s like to go from a true Freshman starting Quarterback on a National Title Contending team, to being benched in the Championship. It’s also fair to say that no one knows how to bounce from that adversity quite like Jalen Hurts. Not only did Jalen put the team first and keep working for his teammates, but when he decided to move on he was the most explosive player in the country and won the Heisman Trophy, college football’s biggest award. ...

Trea Turner’s inspirational story is both a tribute to his own grit, determination and talent, which enabled him to overcome extraordinary challenges, and a celebration of baseball’s ability to provide those who play it with life lessons that last long after they leave the field. Through Trea’s eyes we meet his inspiring family and teammates, friends who will forever be part of his life, as well as people who have made him appreciate the power of love and friendship. But foremost, we learn a little bit more about America's favorite pastime. Turner's story is a moving proof that ...

There's no one quite like him, the power of a Running Back, the Arm of an Elite Passer, and the field vision to match some of the league's top field generals. Cam Newton breaks the mold and is truly a once in a lifetime talent. It was clear from his high school days that Cam had something special. He could do things on a field that other people just couldn't compete with. This skill only grew as he entered onto bigger and bigger stages. Despite a college career filled with controversy, Cam Newton emerged with a National Championship and Heisman trophy. When he made it to the pros many ...

Those who reach the top of their profession, especially those who are in the entertainment industries or athletics, are often subjected to a ton of media interference that covers not only their professional life but their personal life as well. Because of this, some choose to remain very private, keeping part of their life separate from the public face that they put on, and they do whatever they can to make sure they have some sense of privacy in their lives. Despite this, there is often an intrusive and intense pressure that can sometimes bring to light some of the parts of these ...

Have you wished you could use your gaming abilities to launch a career and earn money? The innovative new streaming service Twitch is offering high-quality gamers the opportunity to turn their gaming and entertaining into a true business. With the rise of mega stars like Ninja, Summit1g, and Meclipse - who have a combined following of over five million people - the market reach and earning potential is clear.

While most of us are familiar with the Underground Railroad, there was much more to the movement than helping individuals escape their bondage. In the eight lectures of The Abolitionists, Professor Kellie Carter Jackson of Wellesley College will bring you along as she traces the history of the fight to end slavery in America, from its relatively quiet origins to the turning point at Harper’s Ferry to the Civil War.

The youngest of the world-famous Balls, LaMelo plays point guard and stands 6’7” (2.01 m.). That doesn’t include his tall hair, by the way. “Ever since I was little, when I’d do little projects and stuff, that was one of my goals--to go to the NBA and be the No. 1 pick,” LaMelo stated in a Combine interview just before the 2020 player draft. In a nutshell, LaMelo entered the post-pandemic NBA Draft as one of the most publicized, highly anticipated picks ever. All this and the Ball kid is still only 19. To say his life’s been a whirlwind is an understatement. He is the son of ...

A child prodigy, Novak Djokovic quickly realized his dream of becoming the number one tennis player in the world. This book is an inspirational story of a boy who grew up in war-torn Serbia and survived the sport's most demanding rituals to become not only a global champion but also a devoted husband and father to his young family.

Do you want to be your own boss and establish a business where your sweat equity lets you build a sustainable business? Whether you are looking to get out of your day job or are just looking for a side hustle to get some extra money, the Notary Lifestyle maybe for you. The Notary lifestyle is quickly becoming popular across the country as a way to supplement income and quit the 9 to 5 rat race. In From Beginner to Pro: How to Become a Notary Public, you will learn all of the essentials of how to start you new business. With checklists for every section, this book will guide you through the ...

This book takes readers deep inside the life and times of one of the NFL's most exciting players, Justin Herbert, from his humble beginnings in Eugene, Oregon to his meteoric rise as a star quarterback for the Oregon Ducks. Drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers in 2020, Justin Herbert wasted no time establishing himself as one of the most dominant quarterbacks in all of football. In his first season, he broke many rookie records, including most passing touchdowns and highest passer rating. He also earned multiple Player of the Week honors and broke several NFL records, becoming the youngest ...

It’s been an extremely long time since the Buffalo Bills bullied the AFC East. Now, with Josh Allen riding high at quarterback, the Bills are ready to roll, at long last. Josh may ultimately meet his match in the electrifying Patrick Mahomes and his defending Super Bowl champs, the Kansas City Chiefs, but the current Bills seem set to supersede the stellar performances of Buffalo’s Jim Kelly, Andre Reed, Thurman Thomas, and Bruce Smith in the 1990s. Could Josh Allen finally overcome the Bills’ Super Bowl jinx, and bring the Vince Lombardi Trophy to the championship-starved city that ...

Cooper Kupp had the dream of playing in the NFL, and then he made it happen. After leading Eastlake High School to a state championship, Cooper went on to Eastern Washington University, where he became an NCAA record-breaking FCS player. Despite being passed over by every Division One FBS College Football Program. The New York Times has called him a "model citizen" and a "real ray of hope and inspiration." Now is your chance to get to know this beloved member of the Los Angeles Rams with this book that chronicles Cooper's incredible football journey. Since his premiere the slot wide ...

Very few people have burst onto the national football stage like Joe Burrow. Even fewer have done it after transferring schools and being cast as a player that never had a chance to be a starting quarterback, let alone a Heisman Trophy winner. Joe Burrow tells the story of a kid who worked his whole life to achieve his dream of playing big-time college football and making it to the NFL. Throughout the book, you will learn about the hardships and challenges he was forced to overcome to achieve this dream.

DK Metcalf has overcome unbelievable odds to be where he is today. The elite receiver has fought through injuries and personal tragedy to make it to the pros. DK Metcalf is the story of an undersized, overlooked kid from Mississippi who defied the odds to become one of college football’s most decorated wide receivers. After staring at Mississippi, Metcalf entered the NFL Draft as one of the most highly anticipated talents in years. But that wouldn’t be enough: he wanted to write his own story and change the narrative surrounding NFL Draft prospects. DK Metcalf is one of the most ...

No player has taken the Premier League by storm like Eden Hazard. From an early age Hazard was evident as a special player who had the potential to go on and be one of the elite players. A child prodigy who became a man in his early 20's, Hazard continues to astound fans, pundits and his teammates with his immense talent. Eden Hazard is the inside story of a footballing genius and rising global superstar. From his beginnings as a young player in Belgium to his first steps at Chelsea, each chapter of this beautiful book reveals a different, revealing aspect of Eden's personality.

“Big Ben” Roethlisberger led his Pittsburgh Steelers to a Super Bowl win against the Seattle Seahawks in 2006 when he was a mere 23 years old—the youngest pro quarterback ever to do the deal. Only three years later, he aired it out and won the biggest Bowl again versus the Arizona Cardinals. The second time around was a lot tighter for Ben and tense Steeler fans as he waited until literally the last minute to find Santonio Holmes for the clinching score. But don’t think that Ben only plays football. He’s got his own line of barbeque sauce, “Big Ben’s BBQ”, and started a ...