Biography & Memoirs on page 4

From a poor rural school teacher son, to national scholarship recipient, to president of the South Vietnam Power Company, to prisoner in North Vietnam after the 1975 communist take over, his strong spirit never failed... His sense of duty, his love for his employees, wife and children govern his actions...

After many years of entertaining friends and family with stories about growing up on the farm as the son of Buckley Duane Williams, the youngest of four boys has decided to start putting them all down in writing. Chris has a unique way of telling a story in person. Now, in written form, let him take you on a journey where life, family and animals all collide for a hilarious trip down memory lane. Readers of all ages will take something away from this nostalgic memoir. Get to know his father Buck and his boys and learn why you should, "Never Let Another Man Saddle Your Horse".

Part memoir, part creative non-fiction, part study guide, this essay collection from one of America’s most beloved yoga teachers will instruct and inspire readers from all backgrounds and all levels of experience.

On August 31, 1939, Raymond Fishler went to sleep at about midnight dreaming of the wonderful future he envisioned for himself. Less than five hours later he was awakened from his peaceful slumber by the start of World War II. After living through a brutal German occupation, his family made a futile attempt to go into hiding to avoid mass liquidation or being transported to the living hell of a concentration camp. Raymond’s mother made him promise to go to America and tell the world what was done to them. He promised he would, and to this day Raymond has told the story of his life’s journey in classrooms and lecture halls and also on the March of the Living, an annual education program ...

At twenty-nine years old, Samantha’s worst fears become reality as she learns of her younger brother’s tragic suicide. Now, an only child, she is forced to sort through the wreckage of guilt, grief, and regret in order to rebuild a life he would be proud of; a life that honors his final wish.

Every one can write a book about their life. We all have something to write about. This is my story of growing up in Maine. One of the most beautiful states. I was one of 12 children and I had the most loving sweet Mamma. We had many challenges and did not have any money. My father was an alcoholic and was hard on my mom. We did not have new clothes and some days we would only have sugar sandwiches to eat. No matter the hardships, we were happy and very loved. We had each other.This book is based on my memories of yesterday and today. We may have grown up without much, but we had more then we could need.. We had eachother.

"Because of Francis Brock's wartime diary and sharp recollections of events eighty years ago, "Sub Chaser" gives a rare and intimate look into the daily life of small boat sailors in the Pacific during WWII. An enlightening read for anyone interested in history, this book gives renewed appreciation for the everyday young men who answered their country's call to arms during a time of great global conflict." - US Navy Rear Admiral (Ret.) Dean H. Hines "Fortunately for us, when eastern Ohio farm boy Francis Brock enlisted in the Navy on his seventeenth birthday in 1943, he decided to keep a logbook. As a result, we now have the opportunity, eight decades later, to relive the humdrum of s ...

From cramped basements to Las Vegas hotels, follow the journey of a few competitive video game players, as professional gaming gained momentum in the late 2000s. This story takes the reader through a formative time in the author’s life, focusing on the unlikely hobby that gave him new purpose in the wake of the murder of his best friend. Super Smash Bros. Melee tournaments gained esteem and popularity on April 17, 2006, when Major League Gaming announced it would be televising its 2006-2007 season, along with a $10 million investment from Ritchie Capital. Gamers from across the United States and abroad suddenly began traveling for the chance to compete for sponsorships, prize money, ...

When asked to describe what the book is about, I wanted to say 600 pp, going for the laugh. But there are laughs a'plenty in the book, so here is the serious answer. Ultimately, it is about ambition, hope, leadership, and resilience; of doing the right thing and remaining true to one's self, and of extraordinary achievement, both in the private sector and the Republican political arena. The real life incredible stories in the book run the gamut from the stark poverty of the writer's first dozen years to his disciplined approach in turning his extreme shyness into an extroverted personality before your eyes. On the political front, view first hand as Ron takes 3 unwinnable gubernatoria ...

This is the story of a father's reflection on his life, his little girl, a rock band, and God. Read how this 54-year old may never have become the father of his adopted daughter, had it not been for the Beatles and a chance encounter (or was it?) with the former U.S. Manager of the Beatles Apple Records. A must-read for all who believe they're too old (or too self-centered!) to become a parent.