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Hanged Twice No Joke    by David Taylor
Price: $15.99 USD. 112040 words. Language: Commonwealth English. Published on March 23, 2013. Nonfiction » Law » Criminal.

This book is about Canadian and British Commonwealth history and administration of justice. There were at least two cases in which the defendants were hanged twice, Bennie Swim(m) having killed two people, and Henry Baldwin and James Lennan, having been convicted of murdering Clayton Tilton. These will be presented amongst others.
Strategy & Soul: a campaigner's tale of fighting billionaires, corrupt officials, and Philadelphia casinos    by Daniel Hunter
Price: $14.99 USD. 170270 words. Language: English. Published on January 7, 2013. Nonfiction » Politics and Current Affairs » Activism.

The movement was outspent by hundreds of millions of dollars, up against powerful elected officials, private investigators, and the state supreme court. This David versus Goliath story gives unparalled access to the behind-the-scenes of campaigns, making the nuances of strategy come to life. Written by an experienced and unusually self-reflective direct action organizer.
Saleratus & Sagebrush - People & Places on the Road West    by Robert L. Munkres, Ph.D.
Price: $4.99 USD. 148960 words. Language: American English. Published by New Concord Press on January 2, 2013. Nonfiction » History » North America.

Except by historians--amateur and professional--the members of the Bidwell-Bartleson party have been generally forgotten. This group was the first true emigrant train to cross South Pass. While the memory of these men has dimmed considerably, the road west which they followed has not, for the route they followed is one of the most famous in the history of human migration –– the Oregon Trail.
Doctors, Disease, and Dying in the Pikes Peak Region    by Tim Blevins
Price: $5.99 USD. 109870 words. Language: English. Published by Pikes Peak Library District on November 12, 2012. Nonfiction » History » North America.

Readers will learn about some of the formidable health challenges of our region, challenges often overcome by advancements in medical science; about the early development of health care as a thriving industry; and about the scientists, doctors, nurses, and other concerned professionals who have led the cause for a better quality of life in the Pikes Peak area.
The Revolutionary War (War of American Independence): Supplying Washington's Army - Quartermaster, Transportation, Forage Department, Clothing the Troops, Ordnance in the American Revolution    by Progressive Management
Price: $9.99 USD. 209800 words. Language: English. Published on October 18, 2012. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This significant historical book on a previously unexplored aspect of the Revolutionary War was produced by the Center of Military History, providing an important basic reference on the military history of the Revolution.
The Revolutionary War (War of American Independence): Birth of the Navy, Naval Documents, History and Timeline of Captain John Paul Jones, Vessels of the Continental Navy in the American Revolution    by Progressive Management
Price: $9.99 USD. 110540 words. Language: English. Published on October 18, 2012. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This unique historical compilation provides comprehensive information on the role of naval power in the American Revolution, including the birth of the U.S. Navy, naval documents, a comprehensive history and timeline of Captain John Paul Jones, and a full list of the vessels of the Continental Navy, with numerous detailed descriptions.
The Revolutionary War (War of American Independence): Timeline of the American Revolution, Featuring the Content of Original Documents by George Washington, Continental Congress, Thomas Paine, Others    by Progressive Management
Price: $7.99 USD. 157760 words. Language: English. Published on October 18, 2012. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This authoritative timeline of the American Revolution includes the text of numerous original documents of the era, providing extraordinary insight into the thoughts and plans of key players in the drama, including General George Washington.
American Revolution Encyclopedia - Sweeping Account of All Aspects of the Revolutionary War (War of Independence) - Army and Navy, Campaigns and Battles, Intelligence, Valley Forge, Unique Stories    by Progressive Management
Price: $12.99 USD. 753180 words. Language: English. Published on October 18, 2012. Nonfiction » History » North America.

Discover the fascinating stories and history of the American Revolutionary War. With twenty-two chapters and over 1500 pages of text, this unique compilation provides a stunning, richly detailed overview of the military strategies, campaigns, battles, and personalities of the war.
The Army Medical Department, 1775-1818 - Continental Army, War of American Independence (the Revolutionary War), plus War of 1812, Medical Support, Lessons of War    by Progressive Management
Price: $9.99 USD. 148890 words. Language: English. Published on October 10, 2012. Nonfiction » History » Military.

This significant historical volume was produced by the Center of Military History as part of its special studies on the War of American Independence (the Revolution). This book deals with the period when the Medical Department existed only as a wartime expedient.
The American Civil War Encyclopedia - Sweeping Account of All Aspects of the War Between the States - Army and Navy History and Timelines, Campaigns and Battles, Intelligence, Militias, Unique Stories    by Progressive Management
Price: $12.99 USD. 547020 words. Language: English. Published on September 26, 2012. Nonfiction » History » Military.

Discover the stories and history of the saddest era in American history, the Civil War from 1861 through 1865. With nineteen chapters and over 1500 pages of text, this unique compilation provides a stunning overview of the military strategies, campaigns, battles, and personalities of the war.