Author: Gross Alexander
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 303
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In 'Steve P. Holcombe, the Converted Gambler: His Life and Work' by Gross Alexander, readers are taken on a journey through the intriguing life of Steve P. Holcombe, a former gambler turned reformed individual. The book delves into Holcombe's personal struggles with addiction and the eventual transformation that led him to abandon his destructive habits. Alexander's writing style is both candid and captivating, drawing readers into Holcombe's world with poignant details and vivid imagery. This work stands out in the literary context as a powerful testament to the human capacity for redemption and self-transformation. The narrative unfolds with a sense of urgency and authenticity, making it a compelling read for those interested in personal growth and overcoming adversity. Gross Alexander's thorough research and empathetic portrayal of Holcombe's life add depth and resonance to the text, offering valuable insights into the complexities of addiction and recovery. 'Steve P. Holcombe, the Converted Gambler' is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and hope in the face of personal challenges.
Author: Gross Alexander
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 280
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Author: Bryan S. Bush
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1467153907
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 160
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The Golden Age of Gambling in Louisville Louisville experienced a golden age of gabling between 1860 and 1885, thanks to the arrival of hundreds of thousands of Union soldiers by steamboat and foot. They played faro, keno, roulette and other games of chance, such as chuck-a-luck. Entire city blocks were devoted to betting. Horse racing and lotteries emerged. Gaming houses became grand palaces, with names such as the Crockford, the Crawford and the Turf Exchange, frequented by famous gamblers like Richard Watts, Colonel "Black" Chinn and actor Nat Goodwin. Author Bryan Bush offers up these stories and more about "The City of Gamblers."
Author: Jeff Erzin
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476639566
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 227
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Drawing on six years of research, this book covers the military service and postwar lives of notable Confederate veterans who moved into Northern California at the end the Civil War. Biographies of 101 former rebels are provided, from the oldest brother of the Clanton Gang to the son of a President to plantation owners, dirt farmers, criminals and everything in between.
Author: Various
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN: 1465507655
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 429
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Author: Edward H. O'Neill
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 1512804940
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 478
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This volume is the most comprehensive bibliography of purely biographical material written by Americans. It covers every possible field of life but, by design, excludes autobiographies, diaries, and journals.
Author: Alexander Gross
Publisher: Hardpress Publishing
ISBN: 9781318016488
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 382
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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.
Author: Gross Alexander
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781530696123
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 280
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It has been thought and suggested by some of those having knowledge of Mr. Holcombe's history, that an account of his life and work in book-form would multiply his usefulness and do good. And since the narration of his experiences by himself has been of such great benefit to those who have been privileged to hear him, why may not others also be benefited by reading some account of his uncommon career? It is hoped that it will be of interest to the general reader as a revelation and record of the workings and struggles of some human hearts and the wretchedness and blessedness of some human lives. It is a sort of luxury to read about and sympathize with wretchedness, as it is a joy to see that wretchedness turned to blessedness. It will show to those who are unwillingly the slaves of sin what God has done for such as they. It will possibly interest and encourage those who are engaged in Christian work. It may furnish suggestions as to practical methods to be pursued in working among poor and needy classes, whether in towns or cities. Even ministers of the Gospel may find encouragement and instruction in the experience of Mr. Holcombe's life and the methods and successes of his work. What few letters of Mr. Holcombe's could be found are put in as showing phases of this interesting character that could be shown as well no other way, and some letters written to him are selected out of several hundred of like character to show how he touches all classes of people. The "Testimonies" are from men who have been rescued under Mr. Holcombe's ministry, and will give some idea of the work that is being done. These are only a few of the men who have been brought to a better and happier life through Mr. Holcombe's efforts. If any should feel that there is a sameness in these testimonies, which it is believed very few will do, perhaps others will feel the cumulative effect of line upon line, example upon example. The sermons or addresses are inserted because they have been the means of awakening and guiding many to salvation, and they may be of interest and possibly of benefit to some who have not heard Mr. Holcombe. They contain much of the history of his inner life in statements of experience introduced by way of illustration. They are given in outline only, as will be seen. The book lays no claim to literary excellence. The position and work of the man make his life worth writing and reading apart from the style of the book. The accounts here given of Mr. Holcombe's character and work are not written for the purpose of glorifying him. Many of these pages are profoundly painful and humiliating to him. But they are written that those who read them may know from what depths he has been brought, and to what blessedness he has been raised, through Jesus Christ, to whose name the glory is given and to whose blessing the book is commended.
Author: New York History Review
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1950822087
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 256
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Annual edition of New York History Review
Author: Gross Alexander
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783337547929
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 448
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