The Blue, the Gray, and the Red is the first book dedicated solely to chronicling the numerous campaigns waged against the Indians in the American West during the Civil War. In fact, more Indians were killed between 1861 and 1865 than in any other period in history. Some of the most noteworthy Indian Campaigns ever conducted, featuring a fascinating cast of larger than life characters, took place during these years. Award-winning author Thom Hatch offers chronological narrative rich in details and full of new revelations of the bloody hostilities in the West. The Blue, the Gray, and the Red will appeal to all those interested in the Civil War and the Indian War in American history. It provides a thoroughly researched background of the conflicts and cross-references simultaneous battles and events in the eastern theater of the Civil War. The exhaustive documentation and analysis paired with the uniqueness of the subject will cast new light on this most turbulent period.
The Blue, the Gray, and the Red is the first book dedicated solely to chronicling the numerous campaigns waged against the Indians in the American West during the Civil War. In fact, more Indians were killed between 1861 and 1865 than in any other period in history. Some of the most noteworthy Indian Campaigns ever conducted, featuring a fascinating cast of larger than life characters, took place during these years. Award-winning author Thom Hatch offers chronological narrative rich in details and full of new revelations of the bloody hostilities in the West. The Blue, the Gray, and the Red will appeal to all those interested in the Civil War and the Indian War in American history. It provides a thoroughly researched background of the conflicts and cross-references simultaneous battles and events in the eastern theater of the Civil War. The exhaustive documentation and analysis paired with the uniqueness of the subject will cast new light on this most turbulent period.
The story of two remarkable men, both natural-born cavalry leaders of great courage, who shared similar traits. Their Civil War legacies were destined to be connected in a series of battles—beginning with Brady Station where Custer’s star rose rapidly, at Gettysburg where Stuart’s star became tarnished, and continuing to Yellow Tavern where Stuart was Killed. Unlike most standard biographies, Clashes of Cavalry takes an innovative approach to chronicling the lives of these two Civil War giants by not only depicting their lives and exploits individually, but also by examining the role of each in specific battles in which both participated. Author Thom Hatch first sets the stage with in-depth portrayals of “Beauty” Stuart and “Fanny” Custer, exploring how the early years of the two future cavaliers shaped their eventual military careers. Both born to conservative rural families, educated at West Point, and with sensitive yet outgoing personalities, Custer and Stuart shared some remarkable similarities. The early chapters follow the two young cavaliers through the first two years of the war, leading up to the largest cavalry engagement of the century at Brandy Station in 1863. Both Custer and Stuart participated in the action that day, with the twenty-three-year-old Custer faring far better than Stuart. Custer’s performance earned him the attention and respect of his superiors and started him down the path that would eventually lead to his promotion. Stuart, However, was blamed for the needless slaughter of his men by the Union’s surprise attack and faulted for his overconfidence. Both Custer and Stuart’s careers continued through battles at Gettysburg, the Bristoe Campaign, and the Wilderness. While Stuart was destined to fall at Yellow Tavern, Custer went on to even greater success, culminating with an assault on the Confederates at Appomattox Court House that essentially ended the war. Clashes of Cavalry paints a vivid portrait of these brilliant cavalrymen. Although Custer never enjoyed the same level of command as Stuart, there is reason to believe that given the same opportunity he would have been equal to the task. History has remembered both as gifted horsemen and inspired leaders, truly among the most celebrated heroes of the Civil War.
The story of two remarkable men, both natural-born cavalry leaders of great courage, who shared similar traits. Their Civil War legacies were destined to be connected in a series of battles—beginning with Brady Station where Custer’s star rose rapidly, at Gettysburg where Stuart’s star became tarnished, and continuing to Yellow Tavern where Stuart was Killed. Unlike most standard biographies, Clashes of Cavalry takes an innovative approach to chronicling the lives of these two Civil War giants by not only depicting their lives and exploits individually, but also by examining the role of each in specific battles in which both participated. Author Thom Hatch first sets the stage with in-depth portrayals of “Beauty” Stuart and “Fanny” Custer, exploring how the early years of the two future cavaliers shaped their eventual military careers. Both born to conservative rural families, educated at West Point, and with sensitive yet outgoing personalities, Custer and Stuart shared some remarkable similarities. The early chapters follow the two young cavaliers through the first two years of the war, leading up to the largest cavalry engagement of the century at Brandy Station in 1863. Both Custer and Stuart participated in the action that day, with the twenty-three-year-old Custer faring far better than Stuart. Custer’s performance earned him the attention and respect of his superiors and started him down the path that would eventually lead to his promotion. Stuart, However, was blamed for the needless slaughter of his men by the Union’s surprise attack and faulted for his overconfidence. Both Custer and Stuart’s careers continued through battles at Gettysburg, the Bristoe Campaign, and the Wilderness. While Stuart was destined to fall at Yellow Tavern, Custer went on to even greater success, culminating with an assault on the Confederates at Appomattox Court House that essentially ended the war. Clashes of Cavalry paints a vivid portrait of these brilliant cavalrymen. Although Custer never enjoyed the same level of command as Stuart, there is reason to believe that given the same opportunity he would have been equal to the task. History has remembered both as gifted horsemen and inspired leaders, truly among the most celebrated heroes of the Civil War.
When a stranger tries to help a small town in the Wild West, the townsfolk do more than turn him away. However, the residents unleash more than they could ever imagine. The new book from Thom Goddard has won horror awards in the USA, Australia and Germany.
The Moon is the ever-present 'companion' to the Earth, as it has been for millennia. In this time, humans have used it to read the effects of nature and of their own actions. Using the backdrop of the celestial calendar - the zodiac constellations - they built a comprehensive knowledge base for many aspects of their lives. This knowledge was on the cusp of being lost, but for a few areas in the world. It has now been compiled for the first time to help business leaders harness the power that the Moon can bring. The book is not an astrology book, it is a book of practical advice against nature's traditional calendar.
The Moon is the ever-present 'companion' to the Earth, as it has been for millennia. In this time, humans have used it to read the effects of nature and of their own actions. Using the backdrop of the celestial calendar - the zodiac constellations - they built a comprehensive knowledge base for many aspects of their lives. This knowledge was on the cusp of being lost, but for a few areas in the world. It has now been compiled for the first time to help business leaders harness the power that the Moon can bring. The book is not an astrology book, it is a book of practical advice against nature's traditional calendar.
The Troublesome Young Mr. Mot ((c) 2020 Thom Mulichak, ISBN 978-1-716-49410-9), written and illustrated by Thom Mulichak and edited by Evan Sillings, is an illustrated children's book which will enchant the reader with a marvelous story and richly detailed artwork. This wonderful book aims to please kids of all ages and parents alike with the tale of Mr. Mot, an impish young boy with a soaring imagination. The Troublesome Young Mr. Mot, the brainchild of Thom Mulchiak, is a fantastic character, with not only amazing adventures in this book, but also many more to come, as he navigates a world he re-imagines along the way. So, all you kids (and parents too), be prepared to be launched into the wild and fanciful world of Mr. Mot, a mischievous young boy with an endless supply of exciting adventures awaiting him. Mot's first adventure is all about a gift mistakenly given to him and how he handles (or mishandles) its awesome potential The reader will be propelled into a magical world of fun and confusion where anything is possible according to Mr. Mot's soaring imagination. When things begin to spiral out of control, and the world appears like something strange and never seen before, it's up to his kooky Uncle Gene to set Mot straight and fix all he's created...Peer into the fanciful mind of a lad to whom nothing is impossible. Children will love Mr. Mot's sense of wild belief in what can be made - or remade - as the case may be. Everyone will enjoy all the fun along with Mot and how it will end: Can Uncle Gene repair what has been done? Read this enchanting story, marvel at the detail and colorful illustrations that bring to life this incredible world, explore the possibilities of an endless imagination...and perhaps a life lesson will sneak in there for you and your children to think and talk about Find great freedom and joy in this artistic children's book as you let your creativity match that of Young Mr. Mot Just imagine and visualize what you might do in his position. Kids will be fascinated by his choices and invent their own worlds as they read along to find out how it will all end. The whimsical illustrations and exceptionally detailed artwork, with all the vibrant colors and the unique perspective on the world Mot creates, are enough to make your senses fill to the brim Read and share Mr. Mot's adventures with children whose imaginations will take off like a rocket
Have you ever considered taking up a healthy vegan lifestyle?What is it that has held you back from taking the plunge?Do you imagine that it's all about eating lentils and tofu?Vegan living has taken huge strides in the past few years. Gone are the stereotypical images of nut roasts, lentil curry and lettuce salad, while in has come a trend of some exciting cuisine, better education and greater knowledge of the benefits.In this new book, Vegan Cookbook for Beginners: How to Make Easy, Plant-Based Recipes, you can now find some fabulous recipes that will make life a lot easier as you transition into a vegan diet and lifestyle, with ideas for: Filling breakfastsTasty lunchesDinner recipes for any occasionDessertsSnacksAnd more...With a look at getting the basic principles right, a handy conversion chart for measurements and some important vegan FAQs, this is the perfect book for anyone willing to take a step towards a healthy and ethical choice.With amazing dishes like Lemon Broccoli Pasta Skillet, The Green Monster Burger and Rich Vegan Brownies there will always be something that you can make that will satisfy any hunger.Get a copy today and see how you can seamlessly move to a vegan diet today
From cluelessly making a brutally honest and poignant documentary film about the hard rock band Bang Tango, to joining said rock band as a guitarist, Musician, Filmmaker, Actor and now Author Drew Fortier shares tales from his highly irregular and under the radar career in the entertainment industry which also includes: forming the eclectic pseudo all-star band Zen From Mars, starring in the horror film Her Name Was Christa, playing guitar for and eventually making a film about the late Faith No More frontman Chuck Mosley and becoming a traveling record label executive with Thom Hazaert for Megadeth bassist David Ellefson's EMP Label Group.
It has been centuries since Earth's societies crumbled, leaving the planet a nearly barren wasteland. Since then, the remnants of humanity have slowly rebuilt isolated civilizations with new cultures and ideas, all seemingly unaware of how the world ended. It is a world ravaged by war, illness, and famine. To Benedict Limmetrad, the outcast son of Freztad's former chief, that world is about to get much bigger. When the mysterious forces of a faraway land capture a beloved member of his village, Ben embarks on a quest to bring her home-only to discover that the world is far more dangerous and mysterious than he had once thought. His journey proves perilous, and he is faced with death and danger at every turn. Throughout his quest, Ben's values and sense of self are pushed to the limits as he uncovers the secrets of the world, its past, and himself.
Doran Green is a young college student in Alamosa, Colorado, who has a crush on his history tutor, Avery Melia. What Doran doesn't know, at first, is that Avery is an elf, and her enemies are getting dangerously close to finding three treasures her people have been protecting for centuries. When one of the treasures is stolen, and Doran discovers the secret, he has no choice but to leave the life he knows and help the girl he just might love.
A book about the twists and turns in life where we have to judge or not the actions and ideas of those involved in the process to go along with the options made available to us.
It's Stranger Things meets Night of the Living Dead, meets Dungeons & Dragon set to an 80's music soundtrack "Thom Erb puts a bizarre new spin on the zombie apocalypse that is both scary and entertaining. Lots of nasty fun Two decaying thumbs up " -Jonathan Maberry- New York Times bestselling author of V-Wars and Patient Zero.It's the 1980's - Pac-Man, MTV, Ronald Reagan, E.T. flew across the moon and Michael Jackson turned into a werewolf in "Thriller." Apple releases its Macintosh computer while the HIV/AIDS virus spreads worldwide.Elsewhere, a mysterious demonic cult, long silent for a millennia, rises from the shadows to reveal their diabolical agenda.A radicalized terrorist group detonates deadly biochemical bombs all over the world. The Sanctity Virus - a deadly plague - kills thousands, causing the dead to rise, feasting and contaminating others, sending the planet into chaos and darkness.In England, one survivor of an ancient, secret group of silent protectors, calling themselves the Keepers of the Eternal Flame, stands blood-sworn to defend the world from the evils of the Inferno.In New York, all seventeen-year-old, social misfit, Warren Brennan wants to do is graduate, get out of his backwoods, western New York town and draw for Marvel Comics. But the best-laid plans of chubby nerds who are suddenly thrust into the role of fighting for humanity's survival often go awry when an odd, overpowering yellow-tinted rainstorm engulfs the world. With it, the deadly virus swiftly spreads around the globe, killing and mutating untold millions, creating an exponentially growing army of the undead.Now, Warren, along with a motley crew of survivors, his friends from school: Dex, Arnie, and Jack; Sam, an inner-city girl; a gruff, Vietnam vet, turned rock DJ, Capt. Al; and Elton, a strange Englishman who shows up out of nowhere, spouting about ancient prophecies, demons and something called the Children of the Light, all fight to survive the deadly masses swelling the streets of Rochester, New York. The growing undead and a group of supernatural assassins track Warren and his friends with one goal in mind: Find the Children of Light.Can Warren and his friends survive long enough to discover the answers about who and what is chasing them and what, or who are the Children of Light?
A romantic and hopeful story about two people who use the experience of a bike ride across our country to deal with relationship issues as they fall hopelessly in love with each other.
Tyler Means would love to race any kind of car he could get his hands on, but with his dad confined to a wheelchair and unable even to work, his family is struggling just to pay the bills. Then Tyler finds an old race kart in a pile of scrap metal. The adventure comes as Tyler tries to turn the kart into a competitive racer again, even though he has little money and even less of an idea how to do it.
The media's embrace of the plight of a homeless ex Marine EMT firefighter from North Carolina who struck public relations pay dirt when he came to the aid of a driver who ran out of gas near his Philadelphia I-95 exit panhandling station had all the elements of a Walt Disney After School Special. Pretty girl runs out of gas, attempts to leave her vehicle after sunset in an area as bleak as it is dark; sees a shadowy figure emerge in front of her. Is it an alien from Whitely Strieber's Communion? No, it's Johnny S. Bobbitt, Jr. a transplant to Philadelphia from North Carolina who wound up homeless on the streets of the city through a series of "bad choices." The "bad choices" part is what the media chose to ignore now that the full story of this nocturnal meeting has gone viral. Most people are probably unaware that the 95 exit ramp near Richmond Street where Johnny met the woman Kate was a relatively new panhandling spot for Johnny. A few months prior to the meeting Johnny was stationed outside the Dollar Tree store in the Port Richmond Shopping Center. He would sit yogi-like on a slat of cardboard near the entrance of the store so that shoppers had a good view of him. A sign propped up beside him read: Homeless Vet trying to go home, anything helps. He would change the sign periodically, as most homeless do. The words, "Anything Helps" meant just that. Johnny's method of asking for money in front of Dollar Tree was never intrusive. He often had his nose in a book and only rarely looked at people entering the store. Intense and highly charismatic, Johnny had a large following of people willing to help him prior to his 25 minutes of homeless fame. This is the story of Johnny Bobbitt and the homeless scene in Philadelphia's Riverwards neighborhood as told by an intimate friend of Bobbitt's. Nickels was there there. He knew Bobbitt's friends; he followed them into Kensington where they would go to score drugs or to hustle men and women for money. He observed their lives, their fights, struggles, and problems with police and overzealous security guards. This story is not for children; it is also certainly no Disney 'After School' special.
A chance purchase puts a time machine into the hands of Paul Sherwood, a man with a desire to improve his life and those of his family. Thom Poole's tale tells of Sherwood's travels through time, visiting his ancestors and witnessing a number of important events. He experiences the London Blitz during the search for his great-grandfather, and fighting alongside his great, great-grandfather in the WWI Trenches during the first day of the Battle of the Somme. He experienced the slums of Victorian London and the rural serfdom of Georgian England, but what did he leave in his wake? In his travels, Sherwood awakes a passion for history, but also emotional ties to his family. He tries to improve their lives by warning them of dangers, paying for luxuries and saving some lives. Follow the unfolding story and imagine what you would do in Sherwood's situation, would you help your ancestors to a better life? How would you cope with The Time Traveller's Dilemma? Find out if Sherwood does
