White America

Big Sugar: The Other White Powder peels back the shiny facade of an everyday staple to reveal a history marked by exploitation, political intrigue, and global impact. From sugar’s beginnings as a rare delicacy in Southeast Asia to its role in shaping empires, economies, and entire societies, this book explores how a simple sweetener fueled colonial expansion, financed wars, and entrenched forced labor.

From the start of Barack Obama's presidency in 2009, conservative populist groups began fomenting political fractiousness, dissent, and surprising electoral success. The Tea Party was one of the major characters driving this story. But, as Khadijah Costley White argues in this book, the Tea Party's ascent to major political phenomenon can be attributed to the way in which partisan and non-partisan news outlets "branded" the Party as a pot-stirrer in political conflicts over race, class, and gender.

Take Me to Your President is another brilliant political satire by the author of The Mouse That Roared. After chasing his dog (who was chasing a rabbit), a simple farmer from a small village in England finds himself inexplicably on board a top-secret intergalactic missile. Before he can sort it out, the farmer finds himself touching down in the United States of America where he is mistaken for a Martian. And now it’s up to him to bring world peace. “Once again Leonard Wibberley—author of The Mouse That Roared—has conjured a unique sort of comedy from a blend of fantasy, blandly ...

A work in progress since the 1970s, We Remember the Coming of the White Man chronicles the history of the Sahtú (Mountain Dene) and Gwinch’in People in the extraordinary time of the early 20th century. Chapters are transcripts of oral histories by 10 Elders about their recollections of the early days of fur trading, guns, and flu pandemic; dismay about the way oil and uranium discoveries and pipelines were handled on their land; and the emotional and economic fallout of the signing of Treaty 11.

How did America become the superpower that it is today? If you have ever wondered this, then this book is for you. It presents the main events that shaped the American culture: how it developed from a group of colonists into the most prominent nation in the world. How did everything start? Who were the invaded and the invaders? This book will reveal each step that "constructed" America, aiming at addressing the most common questions concerning the difficulties of this "free land."

In 1887 a 21-year-old newspaperman named George Nellis (1865-1948) rode a bicycle from Herkimer, New York, to San Francisco in 72 days, surpassing the transcontinental bicycle record by several weeks. He averaged 50 miles a day pedaling a 52-inch, high-wheeled Columbia Expert "ordinary" bicycle with a tubular steel frame and hard rubber tires, and he lost 23 pounds in the process.

"Abraham Lincoln: Emancipator and Defender of the Union" explores the life, leadership, and legacy of one of the most consequential figures in American history. This compelling book takes readers on a captivating journey through Lincoln's humble beginnings, his remarkable rise to the presidency, and his unwavering commitment to preserving the Union and abolishing slavery during the nation's darkest hour. By closely examining Lincoln's political career, his pivotal role in the Civil War, and his enduring impact on American society, this book offers a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of a ...

In the nightly news, we can see the civil war they planned for us played out. We must fight back the Marxist and socialist agenda that is challenging our American way of life which we have so long taken for granted. Only a determined audacious leader, supported by alert, and united Americans can save America. We must rise up with good old fashioned American courage and patriotism.

On January 20, 2017, Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 45th president of the United States of America. The outspoken businessman, real estate developer, and television personality had previously declared some interest in becoming a candidate for public office in 2000 and 2012, but it wasn't until June 2015 that his political goals became clear.

Greater Than a Tourist by Navit Reid offers the inside scoop on San Rafael, California, and Marin County. Most travel guides tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this guide will give you travel tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination.

Presidential Journeys" is a comprehensive and detailed chronicle of the 46 presidents of the United States of America. This book takes readers on a captivating journey through the history of the nation, exploring the lives, accomplishments, and challenges faced by each president. From the Founding Fathers to the modern era, this book provides a deep dive into the leadership and impact of each president, shedding light on their contributions to the development of the nation. Divided into twelve chapters, "Presidential Journeys" covers the entire span of American history, from the early days ...

The Objective Standard is a quarterly journal of culture and politics written from an Objectivist perspective (Objectivism being Ayn Rand’s philosophy of reason, egoism, and laissez-faire capitalism). The journal is based on the idea that for every human concern - from personal matters to foreign policy, from the sciences to the arts, from education to legislation - there are demonstrably objective standards by reference to which we can assess what is true or false, good or bad, right or wrong.

"Ryan Turner was standing alone on the subway platform when he saw the punch coming." Growing up white isn't easy, especially in a mixed-race school in the heart of Hollywood, California, but 17-year-old Ryan Turner is doing the best he can. Between taunts from his teachers, race riots in the cafeteria, and threats of detention, Ryan is just trying to get through the day. A mad, hysterical world where teachers peddle Marxist ideology, pinch-nosed white girls apologize for their "racism," and everyone strives to avoid the ultimate in humiliation: diversity training. A young adult novel about...

Antonia Felix's many interviews reveal a quiet, centered woman, who from her early childhood in Texas to the White House has risen to the challenges put in front of her. Travel with Laura Bush through her happy childhood to the tragedy that strengthened her, through her courtship and marriage to a dashing young Navy Pilot and the raising of her twin daughters, to the White House and the aftermath of the recent attacks. Probing and revelatory, Laura is a fitting tribute to our First Lady.

African Americans have played a pivotal role in the history of the United States. Unfortunately, many of these amazing accomplishments are not mentioned in most history books or taught in schools. It's time to acknowledge them. In this audiobook, we explore some of the incredible inventions, milestones, and achievements by people of color from the 1700s to the present day. We celebrate their lives and their ability to succeed against seemingly impossible the odds.

On March 23, 1849, Henry Brown climbed into a large wooden postal crate and was mailed from slavery in Richmond, Virginia, to freedom in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "Box Brown," as he came to be known after this astounding feat, went on to carve out a career as an abolitionist speaker, actor, magician, hypnotist, and even faith healer. The Many Resurrections of Henry Box Brown is the first book to show how subversive performances were woven into Brown's entire life, from his early days practicing magic in Virginia while enslaved, to his last shows in Canada and England in the 1890s.

One can easily forget that the American small town of today was once part of a rough and rugged frontier where survival was questionable. While some frontier towns became booming cities, others faded into little more than a spot in the road. The town of Whitehall, Indiana is one such spot in the road. Whitehall, once a growing town with factories, mills, schools, churches, stores, a bank, and a post office, now is little more than a bend in Highway 43 between the county seats of Bloomington and Spencer.

Travelling to the Big Apple? This literary travel guide (a 12-minute listen) is perfect for you - what to read and where to visit. Soak up this wonderful, bustling metropolis one literary moment at a time.