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Did you know that Andrew Jackson fought in and survived the Revolutionary War, spending time as a British prisoner? Did you know he lost his entire family? Did you know Europeans introduced the practice of scalping in America? Did you know that, for a time, the British offered generous payments in silver for Native American skins? Andrew Jackson and Cherokee leader, Major Ridge had a complicated relationship, but they had one thing in common--a bitter hatred toward the British. Did you know that Ridge and his men won the battle against the Red Sticks at Horseshoe Bend and that was the beginning of his friendship with Jackson? These two men forged a successful alliance fighting the Natives allied with the British during the War of 1812. After careful researching, this novel lends a new perspective to the Trail of Tears, which branded President Jackson as a heartless leader.
After losing his mom, a struggling thirteen-year-old boy in northern Wisconsin rediscovers the love of baking he once shared with her and decides to audition for the world-famous Marvelous Midwest Kids Baking Championship television show in Chicago. Jack is sure that his new sense of purpose will help him stay out of trouble, so he throws himself into learning the finer points of sprinkles and scones -- and hopefully even mending his broken relationship with his dad.
Explore the Captivating Life of Andrew JacksonWhen Jackson left the White House after two presidential terms, he had achieved a rare feat: he left office with even more popularity than when he first entered it. His reputation as a strong president and a "champion of working-class democracy" has nevertheless been viewed through a more nuanced lens in recent years.In 2016, President Barack Obama decided to replace Andrew Jackson's visage on the front of the $20 bill with a portrait of abolitionist Harriet Tubman. Meanwhile, current President Donald Trump has repeatedly drawn parallels between himself and Jackson via his infamous Twitter account and public spAeeches. He even put a portrait of Jackson in the Oval Office and visited his tomb in Nashville shortly after being sworn in.The present day is thus an apt time for a look into Jackson's divisive life and legacy and that is what this captivating book offers.Some of the topics covered in this book include: The War Orphan The Gentleman The Scarlet Woman The Congressman Supreme Court Justice and Major General Old Hickory Sharp Knife War Hero Expansion Presidential Candidate A Tumultuous Presidency Jacksonian Reform Retirement And much more Scroll to the top and select the "Add to Cart" button to learn more about Andrew Jackson
When 16-year-old Malcolm Gibbs' parents divorce, he, his Mom and his little sister Annie move to rural Kentucky to live with his Grandmother. The news of his brother Jackson's death sends Malcolm reeling, and the suggestion of a therapist leads him to write a log addressed to his deceased brother. With help from his charming neighbor, Bella, as well as the support of his family, will Malcolm be able to find light in the darkness?
Quarterback Lamar Jackson became the NFL's Most Valuable Player in 2019. It was only his second year in the league. Readers will learn how Jackson overcame a difficult childhood and went on to become one of the NFL's rising stars and the youngest quarterback to ever start in a playoff game
This powerful two book story was combined to allow the reader to enjoy the full strength of this epic adventure. Amidst the Civil War, Taylor Jackson Is left for dead on a war torn countryside. Knocked unconscious from cannon fire he later rises to find his young brother among those lost in battle. Devastated, he swears never to fight again and walks away to begin a new life. On his journey west he meets Kathryn Dillon. An unexpected fire and he guides her to safety, but not before they fall in love. Eighteen years later, he returns and finds they have a son, Jason. A misunderstanding between him and Kathryn forces Taylor to leave and he soon became involved in a poker game. Out of cash, his opponent wagered a Thoroughbred mare in foal to a champion sire. Taylor wins the animal and so began the Jackson Empire. He builds Crystal Falls Stables, near Lexington, Kentucky, and it becomes the finest in the state. Life is good until Taylor has an unexpected encounter with a mother bear. She takes away his legs and his desire to live. Jason sets aside his dream of becoming a lawyer and takes over the family business. Only a few months later he and his wife-to-be Debbie Bedford, were on their way home when they are attacked by bandits and she is taken hostage. From that moment on her will to survive and his desperate search to find her consumes their lives. From the lush pastureland of Kentucky to the dark and dangerous waters of the New Orleans bayou the two vibrant loves fight to be reunited. Will they be forever lost in a world of heartache and desperation or will they reunite and return to their beautiful homeland at Crystal Falls?
His heart broke when she died. Her life was robbed by loss. Betrayed by a mountain of lies, can two lost souls rebuild their stolen romance?Jackson Waller thought fulfilling his dream would set him free. Despite his excitement to be taking over his father's practice, the thoughtful young doctor never moved on from the demise of his high school sweetheart. So he's shocked when he visits her grave a decade later, only to find his first love has returned to town very much alive.Maggie Keene will never forgive her dad. Unable to prove the despicable man killed her mom, she fled her hometown at age eighteen to pursue singing and dancing in New York. But when she returns to the quiet seaside town and challenges the ailing brute on his deathbed, she's furious when he confesses that he faked her death.Thrown into a spin by the hope of another shot with his soul mate, Jackson realizes he can't settle for any other woman ... which confronts him with a painful decision. And finally ready to put the tragic past behind her and rush into her true love's arms, Maggie is unnerved to discover her father still holds one more appalling secret ...Can the wounded couple restore justice and mend their shattered lives back together?Deleted: Jackson and Maggie is the second standalone book in the sweet Cliffside Bay romance series. If you like stories of starting over, small-town settings, and jaw-dropping twists, then you'll adore Tess Thompson's scandal-filled tale.
His heart broke when she died. Her life was robbed by loss. Betrayed by a mountain of lies, can two lost souls rebuild their stolen romance?Jackson Waller thought fulfilling his dream would set him free. Despite his excitement to be taking over his father's practice, the thoughtful young doctor never moved on from the demise of his high school sweetheart. So he's shocked when he visits her grave a decade later, only to find his first love has returned to town very much alive.Maggie Keene will never forgive her dad. Unable to prove the despicable man killed her mom, she fled her hometown at age eighteen to pursue singing and dancing in New York. But when she returns to the quiet seaside town and challenges the ailing brute on his deathbed, she's furious when he confesses that he faked her death.Thrown into a spin by the hope of another shot with his soul mate, Jackson realizes he can't settle for any other woman ... which confronts him with a painful decision. And finally ready to put the tragic past behind her and rush into her true love's arms, Maggie is unnerved to discover her father still holds one more appalling secret ...Can the wounded couple restore justice and mend their shattered lives back together?Deleted: Jackson and Maggie is the second standalone book in the sweet Cliffside Bay romance series. If you like stories of starting over, small-town settings, and jaw-dropping twists, then you'll adore Tess Thompson's scandal-filled tale.
His heart broke when she died. Her life was robbed by loss. Betrayed by a mountain of lies, can two lost souls rebuild their stolen romance?Jackson Waller thought fulfilling his dream would set him free. Despite his excitement to be taking over his father's practice, the thoughtful young doctor never moved on from the demise of his high school sweetheart. So he's shocked when he visits her grave a decade later, only to find his first love has returned to town very much alive.Maggie Keene will never forgive her dad. Unable to prove the despicable man killed her mom, she fled her hometown at age eighteen to pursue singing and dancing in New York. But when she returns to the quiet seaside town and challenges the ailing brute on his deathbed, she's furious when he confesses that he faked her death.Thrown into a spin by the hope of another shot with his soul mate, Jackson realizes he can't settle for any other woman ... which confronts him with a painful decision. And finally ready to put the tragic past behind her and rush into her true love's arms, Maggie is unnerved to discover her father still holds one more appalling secret ...Can the wounded couple restore justice and mend their shattered lives back together?Deleted: Jackson and Maggie is the second standalone book in the sweet Cliffside Bay romance series. If you like stories of starting over, small-town settings, and jaw-dropping twists, then you'll adore Tess Thompson's scandal-filled tale.
The year 2020 was an interesting year to say the least... Although the world was in an abyss of "the unknown" around us, there were some amazing shifts and transformations taking place within us. We were given vision and insight as to who we were "truly" designed to be and seek to become... PURPOSE We experienced breakthroughs and revelations about ourselves we didn't know existed... truths we continue to walk in today. For some "the year" 2020 was a horrific year; however, there were those of us who received the revelation of 20/20 vision. From the revelation we were able persevere and turn the potential negative outcome into and of the best years of our lives.
This biography introduces readers to Andrew Jackson including his military service, early political career, and key events from Jackson's administration including the Indian Removal Act and his opposition to the Bank of the United States. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Well beyond his passing in 2009, Michael Jackson remains one of the most adulated and mysterious stars in the world. Incredible singer, brilliant musician, amazing performer, he was just as talented as he was eccentric, adored as well as reviled with sordid accusations, sadly caught between a stolen childhood and a suffocating star system. Discover in this biography mixing comics and documentary chapters, how the youngest of the Jackson 5 was propelled to the front of the stage and then onto one of the most extraordinary solo careers in music.
Known as the King of Pop, Michael Jackson is one of the most amazing entertainers in history. His catchy songs became number-one hits in many countries. In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Michael's early life and his path to the top of the charts and the pop music world. Each 24-page book in this series of introductory biographies features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The narrative text, colorful design, and colorful photos will speak to even the most reluctant of readers.
Ever since high school, Butch Jackson loved working on cars. It is no wonder he wanted to become a mechanic and eventually own his own automobile shop when he got older. However, his real passion was racing; boy did Butch like to get behind the wheel and speed race on the racetrack. It was a thrill and a feeling of pure joy and happiness.