Author: Ben Alex
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788772474441
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A biography series that fulfills the need for positive Christian role models for today's 10-14-year-olds. These biographies are different because they don't just tell about people and their values--they show them--in ways children can grab ahold and will want to imitate. Sidebars with background information for further study.
Hudson Taylor
Author: Ben Alex
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788772474441
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A biography series that fulfills the need for positive Christian role models for today's 10-14-year-olds. These biographies are different because they don't just tell about people and their values--they show them--in ways children can grab ahold and will want to imitate. Sidebars with background information for further study.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788772474441
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A biography series that fulfills the need for positive Christian role models for today's 10-14-year-olds. These biographies are different because they don't just tell about people and their values--they show them--in ways children can grab ahold and will want to imitate. Sidebars with background information for further study.
Liberty Men and Great Proprietors
Author: Alan Taylor
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 0807839973
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
This detailed exploration of the settlement of Maine beginning in the late eighteenth century illuminates the violent, widespread contests along the American frontier that served to define and complete the American Revolution. Taylor shows how Maine's militant settlers organized secret companies to defend their populist understanding of the Revolution.
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 0807839973
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
This detailed exploration of the settlement of Maine beginning in the late eighteenth century illuminates the violent, widespread contests along the American frontier that served to define and complete the American Revolution. Taylor shows how Maine's militant settlers organized secret companies to defend their populist understanding of the Revolution.
The World's Fastest Man
Author: Michael Kranish
Publisher: Scribner
ISBN: 1501192590
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
In the tradition of The Boys in the Boat and Seabiscuit, a fascinating portrait of a groundbreaking but forgotten figure—the remarkable Major Taylor, the black man who broke racial barriers by becoming the world’s fastest and most famous bicyclist at the height of the Jim Crow era. In the 1890s, the nation’s promise of equality had failed spectacularly. While slavery had ended with the Civil War, the Jim Crow laws still separated blacks from whites, and the excesses of the Gilded Age created an elite upper class. Amidst this world arrived Major Taylor, a young black man who wanted to compete in the nation’s most popular and mostly white man’s sport, cycling. Birdie Munger, a white cyclist who once was the world’s fastest man, declared that he could help turn the young black athlete into a champion. Twelve years before boxer Jack Johnson and fifty years before baseball player Jackie Robinson, Taylor faced racism at nearly every turn—especially by whites who feared he would disprove their stereotypes of blacks. In The World’s Fastest Man, years in the writing, investigative journalist Michael Kranish reveals new information about Major Taylor based on a rare interview with his daughter and other never-before-uncovered details from Taylor’s life. Kranish shows how Taylor indeed became a world champion, traveled the world, was the toast of Paris, and was one of the most chronicled black men of his day. From a moment in time just before the arrival of the automobile when bicycles were king, the populace was booming with immigrants, and enormous societal changes were about to take place, The World’s Fastest Man shines a light on a dramatic moment in American history—the gateway to the twentieth century.
Publisher: Scribner
ISBN: 1501192590
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
In the tradition of The Boys in the Boat and Seabiscuit, a fascinating portrait of a groundbreaking but forgotten figure—the remarkable Major Taylor, the black man who broke racial barriers by becoming the world’s fastest and most famous bicyclist at the height of the Jim Crow era. In the 1890s, the nation’s promise of equality had failed spectacularly. While slavery had ended with the Civil War, the Jim Crow laws still separated blacks from whites, and the excesses of the Gilded Age created an elite upper class. Amidst this world arrived Major Taylor, a young black man who wanted to compete in the nation’s most popular and mostly white man’s sport, cycling. Birdie Munger, a white cyclist who once was the world’s fastest man, declared that he could help turn the young black athlete into a champion. Twelve years before boxer Jack Johnson and fifty years before baseball player Jackie Robinson, Taylor faced racism at nearly every turn—especially by whites who feared he would disprove their stereotypes of blacks. In The World’s Fastest Man, years in the writing, investigative journalist Michael Kranish reveals new information about Major Taylor based on a rare interview with his daughter and other never-before-uncovered details from Taylor’s life. Kranish shows how Taylor indeed became a world champion, traveled the world, was the toast of Paris, and was one of the most chronicled black men of his day. From a moment in time just before the arrival of the automobile when bicycles were king, the populace was booming with immigrants, and enormous societal changes were about to take place, The World’s Fastest Man shines a light on a dramatic moment in American history—the gateway to the twentieth century.
Major Taylor
Author: Conrad Kerber
Publisher: Skyhorse
ISBN: 162914021X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 565
Book Description
In the wake of the Tour de France’s fallen heroes, the story of one of history’s most legendary cyclists provides a much-needed antidote. In 1907 the world’s most popular athlete was not Cy Young or Ty Cobb. Rather, he was a black bicycle racer named “Major” Taylor. In his day, Taylor became a spiritual and athletic idol. He was the fastest man in America and a champion who prevailed over unspeakable cruelty. The men who aided him were among the most colorful to emerge from the era. When hotel and restaurant operators denied Taylor food and lodgings, forcing him to sleep in horse stables and to race hungry, there was a benevolent racer-turned-trainer named Birdie Munger, who took Taylor under his wing and into his home. Then along came Arthur Zimmerman, an internationally famous bike racer, who gently mentored Taylor when some riders drew the color line and refused to race against him. Taylor’s manager, pugnacious Irishman and famed Broadway producer William Brady, stood up for him when track owners tried barring him from competition. From the Old World came a rakishly handsome, mustachioed sports promoter named Victor Breyer, who lured Taylor overseas for a dramatic, Seabiscuit versus War Admiral–like match race that would be widely remembered a quarter century later. With a foreword by World Champion and three-time Tour de France winner Greg LeMond, this spellbinding saga of fortitude, grace, forgiveness, and a man’s unyielding will to win against the greatest of odds is sure to become a classic that will be enjoyed by everyone. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Publisher: Skyhorse
ISBN: 162914021X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 565
Book Description
In the wake of the Tour de France’s fallen heroes, the story of one of history’s most legendary cyclists provides a much-needed antidote. In 1907 the world’s most popular athlete was not Cy Young or Ty Cobb. Rather, he was a black bicycle racer named “Major” Taylor. In his day, Taylor became a spiritual and athletic idol. He was the fastest man in America and a champion who prevailed over unspeakable cruelty. The men who aided him were among the most colorful to emerge from the era. When hotel and restaurant operators denied Taylor food and lodgings, forcing him to sleep in horse stables and to race hungry, there was a benevolent racer-turned-trainer named Birdie Munger, who took Taylor under his wing and into his home. Then along came Arthur Zimmerman, an internationally famous bike racer, who gently mentored Taylor when some riders drew the color line and refused to race against him. Taylor’s manager, pugnacious Irishman and famed Broadway producer William Brady, stood up for him when track owners tried barring him from competition. From the Old World came a rakishly handsome, mustachioed sports promoter named Victor Breyer, who lured Taylor overseas for a dramatic, Seabiscuit versus War Admiral–like match race that would be widely remembered a quarter century later. With a foreword by World Champion and three-time Tour de France winner Greg LeMond, this spellbinding saga of fortitude, grace, forgiveness, and a man’s unyielding will to win against the greatest of odds is sure to become a classic that will be enjoyed by everyone. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Carving Mountain Men with Cleve Taylor
Author: Cleve Taylor
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780764306549
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Accomplished carver and teacher Cleve Taylor takes to the hills, carving mountain men of years gone by. Patterns are included with the instructions to carve both the mountain man and his long rifle. The project presented here is a challenge for the carver with a course or two under the belt and a delight for the more advanced wood carver.
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780764306549
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Accomplished carver and teacher Cleve Taylor takes to the hills, carving mountain men of years gone by. Patterns are included with the instructions to carve both the mountain man and his long rifle. The project presented here is a challenge for the carver with a course or two under the belt and a delight for the more advanced wood carver.
In the Minds of Men
Author: Ian T. Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780969178804
Category : Civilization, Modern 20th century
Languages : en
Pages : 498
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780969178804
Category : Civilization, Modern 20th century
Languages : en
Pages : 498
Book Description
Responding to Men in Crisis
Author: Brian Taylor
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9780415346504
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
"This book is based on new work relating gendered assumptions about rationality to men's mental health. It offers the reader a theoretical exploration of a topically and politically sensitive issue and provides a valuable critique of postmodern theory and theorists. It is relevant to practitioners and activists in the mental health field, will be of interest to profeminist theorists, and is essential reading for academics and students of sociology and allied disciplines."--Jacket.
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9780415346504
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
"This book is based on new work relating gendered assumptions about rationality to men's mental health. It offers the reader a theoretical exploration of a topically and politically sensitive issue and provides a valuable critique of postmodern theory and theorists. It is relevant to practitioners and activists in the mental health field, will be of interest to profeminist theorists, and is essential reading for academics and students of sociology and allied disciplines."--Jacket.
Black Men Rock
Author: Michael Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780964189485
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
"Contrary to negative media generated stereotypes, I personally believe that Black men are poised to experience unprecedented levels of success in the world today. Never have the doors of opportunity been open wider for us to follow our passions and create the life of our dreams. For those of us who are willing to make the investment in our own personal growth and development, we will be rewarded with great relationships, dynamic health, financial abundance, spiritual connection, a deep sense of purpose and fulfillment and the opportunity to give back to our communities and change the world for the better. What has been missing in the past is a resource guide to support Black men in this endeavor and therefore I have created "Black Men Rock" as that resource to support them in creating extraordinary lives." Coach Michael Taylor: Entrepreneur, Author, Motivational Speaker, Radio & TV Show host.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780964189485
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
"Contrary to negative media generated stereotypes, I personally believe that Black men are poised to experience unprecedented levels of success in the world today. Never have the doors of opportunity been open wider for us to follow our passions and create the life of our dreams. For those of us who are willing to make the investment in our own personal growth and development, we will be rewarded with great relationships, dynamic health, financial abundance, spiritual connection, a deep sense of purpose and fulfillment and the opportunity to give back to our communities and change the world for the better. What has been missing in the past is a resource guide to support Black men in this endeavor and therefore I have created "Black Men Rock" as that resource to support them in creating extraordinary lives." Coach Michael Taylor: Entrepreneur, Author, Motivational Speaker, Radio & TV Show host.
Answer as a Man
Author: Taylor Caldwell
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504038991
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 465
Book Description
New York Times Bestseller: In early 1900s Pennsylvania, the ambitious son of Irish immigrants pursues the American Dream in the face of injustice and intolerance. Fourteen-year-old Jason Aloysius Garrity is now of age to work full-time in a Pennsylvania coal factory, earning four dollars a week. His family left their hardscrabble life in Ireland to create a better one in America. But their shanty-like home on a street filled with outhouses, horse manure, and the ever-present odor of noxious gas is a hell all its own. Yet Jason possesses the passion and principles that will lift him out of the abject poverty surrounding his widowed mother, fanatically religious younger brother, and manipulative crippled sister. With World War I looming on the horizon, Jason begins to make his way in Belleville’s burgeoning business world. He marries beautiful, wealthy Patricia Mulligan, unaware that their union is built on a deception that will have far-reaching consequences not only in his life but in the lives of his three children. Filled with unforgettable characters, this masterful retelling of the Book of Job depicts one man’s will to succeed amidst the slings and arrows of fortune.
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504038991
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 465
Book Description
New York Times Bestseller: In early 1900s Pennsylvania, the ambitious son of Irish immigrants pursues the American Dream in the face of injustice and intolerance. Fourteen-year-old Jason Aloysius Garrity is now of age to work full-time in a Pennsylvania coal factory, earning four dollars a week. His family left their hardscrabble life in Ireland to create a better one in America. But their shanty-like home on a street filled with outhouses, horse manure, and the ever-present odor of noxious gas is a hell all its own. Yet Jason possesses the passion and principles that will lift him out of the abject poverty surrounding his widowed mother, fanatically religious younger brother, and manipulative crippled sister. With World War I looming on the horizon, Jason begins to make his way in Belleville’s burgeoning business world. He marries beautiful, wealthy Patricia Mulligan, unaware that their union is built on a deception that will have far-reaching consequences not only in his life but in the lives of his three children. Filled with unforgettable characters, this masterful retelling of the Book of Job depicts one man’s will to succeed amidst the slings and arrows of fortune.
J. Hudson Taylor
Author: Howard Taylor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780802442253
Category : Christian biography
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
More than any other modern man, Hudson Taylor is the pattern by which the missionary is measured. Few who read this account of how Hudson Taylor learned to trust God first for a half crown and eventually for one thousand new missionaries can remain content with the current state of their own faith. "Hudson Taylor is not remembered today as the strategist who almost singlehandedly brought about a revolutionary change in the missionary situation in China one hundred years ago, but rather as a man of God. What abide are the fragrance and influence of his life." So wrote Arthur Glasser, former home director for the USA and Canada of the Overseas Missionary Fellowship. - Back cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780802442253
Category : Christian biography
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
More than any other modern man, Hudson Taylor is the pattern by which the missionary is measured. Few who read this account of how Hudson Taylor learned to trust God first for a half crown and eventually for one thousand new missionaries can remain content with the current state of their own faith. "Hudson Taylor is not remembered today as the strategist who almost singlehandedly brought about a revolutionary change in the missionary situation in China one hundred years ago, but rather as a man of God. What abide are the fragrance and influence of his life." So wrote Arthur Glasser, former home director for the USA and Canada of the Overseas Missionary Fellowship. - Back cover.