Learning War

Hispanic America, Texas, and the Mexican War examines the history of the southwestern area of the United States. Topics covered include the settlement of the area that became the southwestern portion of the United States, detailing how it evolved from land settled by Native Americans, to Spanish territory, to states that were pawns between the North and South prior to the Civil War.

An updated and revised edition of the controversial classic - now more relevant than ever - argues that boys are the ones languishing socially and academically, resulting in staggering social and economic costs. After two major waves of feminism and decades of policy reform, women have made massive strides in education. Today they outperform men in nearly every measure of social, academic, and vocational well-being. Christina Hoff Sommers contends that it's time to take a hard look at present-day realities and recognize that boys need help.

This detailed and persuasive study by the author of The Patton Papers was described by Patton's daughter Ruth as "an extraordinary book". It is widely considered the best biography ever written of the General, an American hero as compelling as he was complex.

Experience the lives and daring deeds of Cold War spies!

If you want to discover the captivating history of Cambodia, then pay attention...Cambodia, or, as it was once known, Kampuchea, is a beautiful country, replete with an incredibly wondrous system of canals. But its history has been marked by the Khmer Rouge and Pol Pot, which brought the nation to its knees. Although it has risen from the ashes of genocide, it is still facing a major crisis today. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the History of Cambodia.

UNLOCK THE POWER OF PRAYER: BECOME A PRAYER WARRIOR IN YOUR WAR ROOM! Are you overwhelmed by financial struggles, health crises, or relentless challenges that seem impossible to overcome? Do you feel spiritually drained, wondering where to find the inner strength to conquer your battles? If life’s trials are weighing you down, this book is your roadmap to spiritual empowerment and transformation. Do these pain points feel all too familiar? The crushing weight of financial debt or instability, with no relief in sight. Health struggles that leave you feeling weak, hopeless, and desperate ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A groundbreaking history of 175 years of American education that brings the lessons of the past to bear on the dilemmas we face today—and brilliantly illuminates the path forward for public schools. “[A] lively account." —New York Times Book Review In The...

From Sydney J. Shields, the breakout author of The Honey Witch, comes An Arcane Study of Stars, a historical dark academia fantasy filled with ancient secret societies, a swoon-worthy rivals-to-lovers romance, and dangerous deals made after dark. Perfect for fans of The Atlas Six and The...

The factual stories in 125 Civil War Stories and Facts will help you learn Civil War history. The stories are informative and entertaining. It’s a fun way to learn about the Civil War. * Does reading about Civil War history from long and dry academic-like books bog you down and cause you to lose interest? * Would you like to read interesting stories based on facts of the Civil War, stories that inform you and move along with the war’s history? Does having to read from cover to cover tire you and cause you to drag through a history book? * Would you prefer the freedom to skip around in a...

Business Is War is one of the most powerful, direct, and respected business books ever written. It’s not about hype or hustle. It’s about how real success is forged in high-stakes moments: under pressure, in uncertainty, and when it feels like you’re losing everything. Remember press is a privilege in business.

Think you know everything about the greatest conflict in human history? It’s time to look beyond the standard textbooks. World War 2 - Did You Know That? is a definitive historical trivia guide that unearths the shadows of the conflict, offering 1,000 obscure and astonishing facts that even the most dedicated WW2 enthusiast will find mind-blowing. Uncover the Hidden History of the Second World War Most World War II books focus on the same famous battles, but this collection dives deep into untold World War 2 narratives. From the high-stakes world of espionage history facts to the ...

The revised and updated edition of Lt. Col. Dave Grossman's modern classic about the psychology of combat, hailed by the Washington Post as "an illuminating account of how soldiers learn to kill and how they live with the experiences of having killed." In World War II, only 15 to 20 percent of...

Artificial Intelligence is the bedrock of the future economy and the new global operating system that will quietly power every industry, process, and decision. In The Future After AI, top-ranked economist and world-renowned futurist Jason Schenker explores how AI will underpin finance, technology, energy, healthcare, education, and business. AI is transforming the global economy in ways as profound as the internet and computers once did. But just as we no longer marvel at using the internet, AI's impact is likely to become so deeply embedded in technology and society that we might soon stop...

The Tokomak, the unquestioned masters of the galaxy, have dispatched a massive fleet to crush the Solar Union - and the fledgling Galactic Alliance - before the human race and its alien allies can tear the galactic order asunder. Hundreds of thousands of starships under the command of an alien tactical genius, bent on exterminating the entire human race...the darkest hour is truly at hand.

In July 1995, San Jose Mercury-News reporter Gary Webb found the Big One - the blockbuster story every journalist secretly dreams about - without even looking for it. A simple phone call concerning an unexceptional pending drug trial turned into a massive conspiracy involving the Nicaraguan Contra rebels, L.A. and Bay Area crack cocaine dealers, and the Central Intelligence Agency.

"Your primary mission as a leader is to see with your own eyes and to be seen by the troops." — General George S. Patton Jr., Standing Orders to the Third Army Read that line again, slowly, and ask yourself — isn't that exactly the job of a construction superintendent? Most supers get promoted because they were good foremen. Then nobody trains them to lead. They inherit a trailer, a schedule, a crew, and a pile of problems nobody warned them about — and they figure it out the hard way, one bleeding project at a time. This book is built to shorten that curve. In sixteen chapters, Jason...

True Stories of Courage, Determination and Survival That Will Captivate Young Readers Step into one of the most important times in history—and discover the real stories behind World War II. Incredible World War II Stories for Kids brings history to life through compelling, easy-to-understand storytelling designed especially for curious readers ages 10–14. Instead of focusing only on battles and dates, this book highlights the human side of history—the bravery, creativity, and resilience of ordinary people living through extraordinary times. Inside This Book, Kids Will Discover: Famous...

Today, the enemy has tried to infiltrate every area of the Christian life. Through the images and stories seen on the news, on social media, and even in everyday life, Satan has created a power-grab in the Body of Christ aimed at manipulating the next move of God. Why move through life bound when God has given you the power to be free? Dismantling The Powers of Witchcraft helps you identify the tools and tactics of the devil while teaching you how to wage war against the things that are stopping you from entering into your destiny, today. It's time to take back what the enemy has stolen ...

This book is considered to be the best account of the Civil War ever written from the Confederate point of view. It is also the one most frequently cited by historians of the Western campaigns. Sam Watkins, a high private in the Army of Tennessee, brings a vividness and detail to his story unmatched in the genre.

DEVOTIONALS AND POWERFUL PRAYERS Have you ever gotten up feeling downhearted? Depressed? Suicidal? Out of options? Each step you take feels like your last? I have been there and it was in my darkest time that I remembered that there is a GOD who loved me before I was conceived. That He is my motivator. Protector. Provider and the answer to all my problems. I rekindled my relationship with Him and became victorious. I found a will to live not only for myself but also my family, I got back my joy, confidence and faith. I realized that reading my Bible and praying gave me daily strength to ...