William Doyle
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In this message, the author draws on his life-long ministerial experience to convey the realities of where we are on our journey through this life to where it is we are going. The book reflects the treasure of shared knowledge and reveals what the author terms the unconscious unreality, which draws people away from the conscious realities that would otherwise enrich their lives. It is directed to all Gods people, both Christians and non-Christians....
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A surprising appointment to command the Army of Italy and a series of battles resulting in the defeat of Italy's French enemies were the precursors to Napoleon Bonaparte, a son of the Revolution, changing the face of Europe prior to his position in France. A confident and relentless man, Napoleon Bonaparte became the First Consul-possessing supreme power as the ruler of France. His eventual self-coronation as the Emperor Napoleon led to many people...
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The first half of this book highlights the lives of men and women of biblical fame and in the second half fearless heroes of the truth, in our times; men and women who at a pivotal point in their lives were guided by their Higher God-Mind to serve the purposes of the Ultimate Reality God. This book draws attention to ordinary people with extraordinary ways, noble characters whose lives are a shining example in our communities showing that with diligence...
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This book outlines the reasons why it is imperative that all humankind be mindful of unity and harmony among its own kind. Tomorrow must be better than today. Truth proves stronger than a lie, love more healthier than hate and togetherness more durable that division. This manuscript draws attention to the all-embracing truth, that we build our own inner world and by gaining knowledge of ourselves, learn from where we came, where we are and where we...
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Beyond Valor is one soldier's extraordinary tale of bravery, heroism, faith, and devotion.
On April 12, 1945, a fleet of American B-29 bombers flew toward Japan. Their mission was simple: stop World War II by burning the cities, factories, and military bases of the Japanese empire, thereby forcing an unconditional surrender. Yet the mission did not go as planned. On board one of the B-29s, the City of Los Angeles, a phosphorus bomb detonated inside...
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America is the ultimate start-up venture - and these are the heroes who made it happen
The history of the United States is, to a remarkable degree, the story of its entrepreneurs, those daring movers and shakers who dreamed big and risked everything to build better lives for themselves and their fellow Americans.
Drawing on his own family's remarkable journey, Duck Commander CEO and star of the blockbuster Duck Dynasty series Willie Robertson tells...
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A cogent, comprehensive, and sweeping account of Napoleon's dismantling of the French Revolution, giving new insight into this critical period of French history.
The French Revolution facilitated the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, but after gaining power he knew that his first task was to end it. In this book William Doyle describes how he did so, beginning with the three large issues that had destabilized revolutionary France: war, religion, and monarchy....
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The extraordinary World War II story of shipwreck and survival that paved John F. Kennedy's path to power – hailed as a "breathtaking account" by James Patterson, "masterfully written" by historian Douglas Brinkley, and "the finest book" ever written on the subject by Lt. Commander William Liebenow, the man who rescued JFK and the PT 109 crew in August 1943.
In the early morning darkness of August 2, 1943, during a chaotic nighttime skirmish amid...
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Very short introductions volume 54
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A brief introduction to the French Revolution that explores the impact the French Revolution had on literature, society, and institutional and social structures in France and beyond.
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Celebrated priest Father William Doyle was famous for the depth of his spiritual insight, and his ability to confer good advice—this book contains 365 extracts, one for every day of the year.
The many and varied topics within this collection range from short, poignant and proverbial sayings—"a sharp tongue is the only tool that grows sharper with use"—to all manner of sound spiritual counsel. Grounded in Biblical wisdom and the extensive experiences...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 12
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In this book, the author, deadliest sniper in U.S. history tracks down and shoots the ten most important American firearms, from a flintlock rifle to a Colt revolver to the latest high-tech weapon he used as a Navy SEAL. He uses these guns as a window on United States history, making the sweeping argument that the American story has been tied to and shaped by the gun. He revisits turning points in American history, including the single sniper shot...
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"Captures the essence of Naval Special Warfare from our storied beginnings to the current fight." -Admiral WILLIAM H. McRAVEN
Written with the unprecedented cooperation of the Naval Special Warfare community, this vivid and definitive history of the U.S. Navy SEALs reveals the inside story behind the greatest combat operations of America's most celebrated warriors. Illustrated with forty pages of photographs and based on exclusive interviews with...
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[2012]
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"This diverse county of Vermont has witnessed an incredible number of events and generated a rich collection of memories. Seventeen residents share their stories of Life in Windsor County and when combined with over 250 historical photos a unique and fascinating look at the area's history emerges" -- Container.