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The most profound and important speeches ever delivered are collected in this anthology, featuring some of the most influential figures in world history. From ancient times to the American Revolution to as recently as this past century, Fort Raphael Publishing has collected seven of the most important and iconic speeches of all time, featuring such disparate historical characters as the prophet Moses, the Greek general Pericles, France's architect of the Reign of Terror Maximilien Robespierre, President Thomas Jefferson...

A Legacy of Leadership is a personal account of a life shaped by faith, family, and service. Ronald McGinnis Sr. shares his journey from the streets in Houston to the ranks of the U.S. Navy, offering lessons learned through hardship, prayer, and the quiet strength of those who came before him. This isn’t a story about titles or accolades, it’s about character. It’s about the kind of leadership that shows up when no one’s watching. The kind that listens before it speaks, that lifts others without needing credit, and that stays rooted in truth even when the winds of life try to shake it loose.

William Shakespeare, long hailed as history's greatest dramatic writer, has been lauded for his mastery of poetic expression, his insight into the human condition, and his deep exploration into the psyche and motivations of his characters.

Presented here are three of the most popular children's books of all time: A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh, Ruth Stiles Gannett's My Father's Dragon, and Hugh Lofting's The Story of Doctor Dolittle.

This book isn’t here to give you a lecture on “just being yourself” (we both know that advice doesn’t help). Instead, it’s a real talk about how to quiet self-doubt, own your strengths, and step into the world with confidence.

From the alkali plains of Utah to the battlefields of colonial India and then back to the confines of 221B Baker Street in London, the stories in this collection are among the favorites of Sherlockians the world over. In this volume, we are introduced to the world's greatest unofficial consulting detective—Sherlock Holmes—and his trusty companion and chronicler Doctor Watson, who set off on various adventures; from the moment of their first meeting in A Study in Scarlet to the mystery of the Great Agra Treasure in The Sign of the Four.

When We Were Very Young is a book of poetry for children by the legendary British author A.A. Milne and marks the first appearance of the "silly old bear" who would soon become a worldwide sensation: Winnie-the-Pooh.

I grew up in Brooklyn, New York City—where the city never sleeps and the streets never forgive. Raised by a prostitute and drug addict who fought every day for survival, I learned early that the world cared little for those cast aside. To most, my mother was just another lost soul. But to me, she was a queen—the one person who loved me unconditionally. When I watched her die in front of my eyes, beaten, violated, and left for dead by the very monsters the world had abandoned her to, I made a vow: I’d make them pay, and I’d become the voice for the voiceless.

To Pharoh's many fans, his name is synonymous with hard work, hustle, and determination in chasing your goals and living your dreams. In his second book, Mafiola: Magnum Opus, Pharoh shares never-before-heard stories of what it took for him to overcome the obstacles and get out of the streets, his mindset he carefully honed to get an edge, and the lessons that changed his life and business.

Abandoned at birth and raised in a quiet South African village, Duma always felt different. When his mother is taken and he unleashes powers he never knew he had, he discovers the truth. He is not just different. He is the result of a secret experiment, a living weapon created without consent. Hunted by scientists, betrayed by those in power, and driven by a deep love for the woman who raised him, Duma must rise. He is faster than bullets, stronger than fear, and fueled by a purpose bigger than himself. From the edge of extinction comes a boy who runs like lightning and fights like a storm.

Once the undisputed king of Cincinnati’s drug game, RC Quadir vanished from the streets without a trace. But he didn’t retire—he upgraded. Now, he’s the mastermind behind The Cleaners, an elite, high-tech crime scene erasure crew that specializes in making the aftermath of murder disappear like it never happened. Their clients? Only the rich, the ruthless, and the connected. Mob bosses. Cartel shot-callers. White-collar criminals with blood on their hands. If your pockets run deep enough, The Cleaners will scrub your sins clean—no prints, no bodies, no evidence. Just silence.

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is the first short story collection published by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring his greatest creation: the legendary and brilliant consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes.

"The Return of Sherlock Holmes" heralded the triumphant resurrection of the world's greatest consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes, after his apparent (and untimely) demise in the story "The Final Problem." Under intense pressure from his fans to bring him back after having killed off Holmes at the Reichenbach Falls, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle finally relented and, in "The Adventure of the Empty House," explains how Holmes escaped the same, dismal fate as his nemesis, Professor Moriarty.

"The Valley of Fear" is the fourth and final full novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that featured his greatest creation: the world's first consulting detective, the brilliant and legendary Sherlock Holmes.

After narrowly escaping a murder conviction, Marco finds himself back in the only life he knows. His longtime attorney, Johnny Cargile, has once again worked his legal magic, but this time, the stakes are higher than ever. With increasing pressure from law enforcement, Marco and his crew have been ordered to leave Cincinnati. The heat on their organization has become too intense, forcing everyone to retreat to more familiar territory. For Marco, that means returning to Detroit a city he once called home.

Tiam is a successful investment mogul with charm to spare and a reputation for being every woman’s favorite mistake. Known for his smooth words, expensive tastes, and emotional detachment, women come and go—but he always stays in control. That is, until a chance encounter with a stunning, no-nonsense woman shakes his world. She’s different. Mysterious. Unimpressed. And now, Tiam can’t stop thinking about her. As his carefully curated world begins to unravel, Tiam is forced to confront a question he’s never considered: Is it time to retire the playboy and finally learn what it means to love?

In "The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes," Sir Arthur Conan Doyle attempted a feat that even the greatest criminal minds in England could not accomplish: He tried to kill off Sherlock Holmes. (And he very nearly succeeded.) Doyle's 1894 collection of short stories—which featured some of the most enjoyable tales in the Holmes canon, including "Silver Blaze," "The Musgrave Ritual" and "The Crooked Man"—concludes with what was meant to be the last Sherlock Holmes story, "The Final Problem."

Presented here are the final 12 tales (of 56) featuring Sherlock Holmes and John Watson as penned by their creator, the legendary Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. They are presented here in their original and unabridged format.

Who is Old Tom? A sad and lonely fusspot? Or a forgotten figure whose bewildering deductive abilities hint at something more? Does he ever leave his armchair? Why is he only ever seen or heard by engaging local newspaper reporter Trench? And what surprising secret are the Mayflower Court Flats really hiding?

Presented here are the third, fourth and fifth books of the Sherlock Holmes canon: the novel "The Hound of the Baskervilles" and short story collections "The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes" and "The Return of Sherlock Holmes," all written by Holmes' legendary creator, the great Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Collected here are some of the most beloved and revered of Doyle's Holmes stories.