America Legend

Frank Grouard was an army scout associated with many of the most notable events of the Indian Wars of the Great Plains. Grouard had lived among the Sioux for six years, first as a prisoner and later as a Sioux warrior. During this time he acquired an indepth knowledge of the Northwest. As a government scout, he served as an interpreter, performed despatches, and tracked war parties. Grouard was present at the battle of the Rosebud in 1876 where government forces were fought to a standstill by Crazy Horse.

Discover the Hidden Mysteries of the Grand Canyon State Beneath Arizona’s sun-drenched deserts and crimson cliffs lies a world of wonder, mystery, and untold stories. Folklore America: Arizona invites you on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the state’s vibrant mythology, where ancient spirits roam, enigmatic creatures stir, and the line between legend and reality fades like the setting desert sun. From tales whispered by Indigenous peoples to accounts passed down by frontier settlers, this book captures the essence of a land where the extraordinary feels commonplace. Feel the ...

In the decade after World War II , one entrepreneurial family helped thousands of people buy into the American dream of owning a home. The Levitts, William, Alfred, and their father, Abe, pooled their talents to create storybook towns with affordable little houses. They laid out the welcome mat - but not to everyone. Levittown had a Whites-only policy.

The Wild West has made legends out of many men and women through the embellishment of their stories, but it was Buffalo Bill Cody who truly brought the Wild West to life. Though he had a long career, Buffalo Bill eventually became synonymous with his world-famous Wild West Show. By depicting stereotypical Western scenes, Buffalo Bill became one of the men most responsible for establishing how the public came to remember the Wild West.

Gear up for a frightful jaunt into the darkest reaches of the ancient Appalachians. Folk deep within Appalachian hollers lean close to share stories of the inexplicable with hushed awe. Monsters rumbling in the hills. Strange lights darting through the pitch-black night sky. Horrible occurrences, almost ineffable in their bizarre tragedy. "Tall tales," you might say. But tell that to the Flatwoods monster in Braxton County, West Virginia.

For more than a century, the city of Atlanta has been associated with Black achievement in education, business, politics, media, and music, earning it the nickname "the Black Mecca." Atlanta's long tradition of Black education dates back to Reconstruction, and produced an elite that flourished in spite of Jim Crow, rose to leadership during the civil rights movement, and then took power in the 1970s by building a coalition between White progressives, business interests, and Black Atlantans. But Atlanta's political leadership has consistently mishandled the Black poor.

The way most white-collar crime works is by manipulating institutional psychology. That means creating something that looks as much as possible like a normal set of transactions. The drama comes later, when it all unwinds. Financial crime seems horribly complicated, but there are only so many ways you can con someone out of what’s theirs.

Since the early 1800s, the violent exploits of “El Indio” Rafael through the settlements of northern New Spain have become the stuff of myth and legend. For some, the fabled Apache was a hero, an indigenous Robin Hood who fought oppressive Spaniards to help the dispossessed and downtrodden. For others, he was little more than a merciless killer. In Son of Vengeance, Bradley Folsom sets out to find the real Rafael—to extract the true story from the scant historical record and superabundance of speculation. What he uncovers is that many of the legends about Rafael were true.

"Donald Trump: The Man, The Myth, The Legend" takes you on a journey through the life, leadership, and legacy of a man who redefined American politics. From his formative years to the defining moments of his presidency, this book explores what made Trump such a unique and impactful figure. Inside, you’ll discover: The early life events that shaped his approach to politics. Key policies explained simply and why they stirred controversy. The reasons behind his widespread support and opposition. Tools for explaining his presidency to kids and teens. A fun look at viral "Trumpisms," from "...

Often called "Accident Park", "Class Action Park", or "Traction Park", Action Park was an American icon. Entertaining more than a million people a year in the 1980s, the New Jersey-based amusement playland placed no limits on danger or fun, a monument to the anything-goes spirit of the era that left guests in control of their own adventures - sometimes with tragic results. Action Park is the first-ever unvarnished look at the history of this DIY Disneyland, as seen through the eyes of Andy Mulvihill, the son of the park's idiosyncratic founder, Gene Mulvihill.

Discover tantalizing recipes, spine-tingling stories, and historic photos from the most notoriously haunted locations across America in this fun and fascinating cookbook. Paranormal investigator and Kindred Spirits co-host Amy Bruni leads you through eerie hotels, haunted homes, hellish hospitals, and spooky ghost towns, giving you stories and a recipe from each place.

For several centuries in a row, some of the unexplained mysteries of Salem do not cease to amuse millions of inquiring minds. Many people seem to be drawn to the magical world of this prominent city, set in the midst of faithful folklore beliefs and at times, controversial scrutiny. Loads of travelling folk have always been fascinated by Salem’s uncanny history as well as its infamous witch trials. Their random individual stories had created a lot of misleading preconceptions. Yet, some people still explore the possibility of certain events that took place in the city’s dark past, to be...

Dred Scott was an unlikely candidate to become the impetus and rallying cry of a brand-new political party in the mid-19th century. He was sold to US Army doctor John Emerson in St. Louis, Missouri. Emerson's commission brought him to the Wisconsin Territory in 1836, which was free territory where slavery was illegal. By 1840, Dred Scott had married another slave of Emerson's, and the couple had a child. Desperate to shake off the yoke of slavery, Scott sued for his freedom in Missouri, arguing that once he had entered free territory he could no longer be a slave.

An extraordinary firsthand account of the Battle of Midway by one of its key participants, timed to the 75th anniversary: American dive-bomber pilot "Dusty" Kleiss helped sink three Japanese warships (including two aircraft carriers), received the Navy Cross, and is credited with playing a decisive individual role in determining the outcome of a battle that is considered a turning point in World War II.

The Bocuse d'Or is the real-life Top Chef, a biannual cooking competition in France featuring teams from 24 countries vying for the top honors. Named after Paul Bocuse, one of the greatest, most influential living chefs, the Bocuse d'Or has become the most sophisticated and closely watched cook-off in the world. Ironically, though American cuisine now rates among the best in the world, a U.S. team has never placed among the top three in the competition.

Taíno Myths: The Stories That Shaped the Caribbean Before any European set foot on Caribbean shores, the Taíno people flourished, their lives intertwined with rich beliefs and powerful ancient tales. This book unveils their legacy. This book is an intimate portrait of a culture that overcame attempts at erasure, colonization, and centuries of enforced silence. The Taíno were declared gone, but their pulse still resonates across the Caribbean, their stories speaking clearly today. Here’s just a fraction of what you can expect inside: Foundational creation myths where sibling rivalry ...

Where Memories, Miracles, and Faith Collide After a devastating car accident, Wes Williams finds himself reliving moments from his childhood—memories filled with warmth, love, and the wisdom of his grandfather and his group of old friends at the Donut Shop. But as he lingers between life and death, Wes begins to realize that these aren’t just memories; they’re lessons, guiding him toward a deeper truth. Legends of the Donut Shop is an unforgettable Christian fiction novel that explores the power of faith, the beauty of forgiveness, and the unseen miracles that shape our lives. Legends...

Intrepid brings the history of the U.S.S. Intrepid to life in a stirring tribute complete with personal recollections of those who served on the ship and vivid descriptions of the deadly conflicts she endured. It is a story of the people who sailed in her, fought to keep her alive, and perished in her defense, a story which powerfully captures the human element in the history of American heroism.

The thrilling narrative history of one of the most enduring icons of the American West, the Pony Express, from the number-one New York Times bestselling co-author of American Sniper - an exciting tale of daring young men pushing limits to the extremes across the vast, rugged, and unsettled American West.

Many ancient civilizations have influenced and inspired people in the 21st century. The Greeks and Romans continue to fascinate the West today. But of all the world's civilizations, none have intrigued people more than the Mayans, whose culture, astronomy, language, and mysterious disappearance all continue to captivate people. In 2012 especially, there was a renewed focus on the Mayans, whose advanced calendar led many to speculate the world would end on the same date the Mayan calendar ends.