Featuring a same-sex retelling of beloved fairy tales, this collection offers fresh interpretations of Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella, reimagined as Cinderallen. These stories are crafted to resonate with children of all ages, making them ideal bedtime reads for contemporary families seeking inclusive narratives.
The book provides an in-depth exploration of slavery in Tennessee, utilizing a rich array of primary sources such as newspaper advertisements, clippings, and personal narratives. It highlights the lived experiences of enslaved individuals and the societal context of slavery, offering a comprehensive understanding of its historical significance in the region. Through meticulous research, the work sheds light on the complexities and realities of the institution, making it a valuable resource for those interested in American history and the legacy of slavery.
"UAVs--unmanned aerial vehicles, remotely piloted aircraft; the labels vary--are a disruptive technology on par with computers and smartphones. Present since soon after the dawn of manned aviation, they have become controversial only in recent times. In the United States, the mainstream media has painted them with a broad brush as "drones" with a warlike past, and civil liberties organizations warn of their impact on individual privacy rights. But a promising new industry beckons--UAVs can be useful for farming, filmmaking, law enforcement and sundry other missions. Entrepreneurs and aerospace manufacturers alike want them freed to fly for commercial purposes, and the US Congress has answered with a mandate to make that happen. Caught in the middle is the staid, bureaucratic Federal Aviation Administration, whose sacred mission is to protect the safety of America's skies. Enter the Drones cuts through the hyperbole over UAVs to explain the considerable challenges the FAA faces." --Publisher's Website
After losing everything he held dear, Michael London embarks on an unexpected journey to a mystical realm known as Inside. There, he encounters the descendants of the Druids, discovering a vibrant new world filled with friendship and romance. As he navigates this transformative experience, Michael learns to rebuild his life and embrace the possibilities that come with change.
Jack Massey, a pivotal figure in American business, uniquely achieved the distinction of taking three companies—Kentucky Fried Chicken, Hospital Corporation of America, and Winner's Corporation—to the New York Stock Exchange. Credited with shaping the modern fast-food industry and for-profit hospitals, his influence extends to numerous prominent figures, including a U.S. senator and Wendy's founder Dave Thomas. Remarkably, Massey accomplished these feats after attempting retirement, having previously built a successful chain of drugstores and expanded into surgical supplies and banking.