A Captivating Guide to Historical Events and Facts You Should Know About the Grand Canyon State (U.S. States)
Did you know that Arizona was the last of the contiguous states to be admitted into the Union?
Even being the last, Arizona’s rich history predates its statehood by centuries, and that can be hard to digest in one sitting. What happened in Arizona before it became the forty-eighth state of the United States?
Step back in time with us, and witness the legacy of the Native American tribes that once thrived in this desert landscape. Uncover the tales of resilience, ingenuity, and cultural richness that continue to thrive throughout the canyons and mesas of Arizona.
Learn how the early settlers and Spanish missionaries molded the territory in ways that can still be seen today.
Here’s a taste of what you’re about to discover:
Unveil the captivating tales of the ancient civilizations of Arizona
Discover the architectural wonders that still remain today
What challenges the settlers endured
How the economic foundation has affected the modern era
How two world wars, a pandemic, and the Great Depression molded the region into what we know today
With his fiancée about to testify against the Teklord drug cartels, PI Jack Cardigan is lured to Brazil in a deadly scheme that could spark a new TekWar.
A man in Berlin has just learned something that could save Jake Cardigan’s life. But before he can pass on this vital information, he dies under suspicious circumstances—setting off a chain reaction that will change Cardigan’s life forever, threatening to destroy every person he loves.
Cardigan’s fiancée, Beth, goes to Berlin to testify against the ruthless drug cartel controlled by Sonny Hokori and the Teklords. Cardigan plans to be there to protect her against the nefarious assassins of the Teklords, but an urgent case calls him to Rio. By the time he realizes the Brazilian case is no more than a set-up to take him away from Beth, it may be too late to save her—and prevent a new round of TekWars from engulfing the earth.
This ebook features an illustrated biography of William Shatner including rare images and never-before-seen documents from the author’s personal collection.
Editorial Reviews
From Library Journal
The fourth outing for 21st-century private investigators Jake Cardigan and Sid Gomez strands the duo in Brazil as disaster strikes in Berlin. Shatner’s snappy pacing improves with every story, but his villainous drug lords are beginning to wear thin. Purchase this title where the series is popular or where there is patron demand. Previewed in Prepub Alert, LJ 9/1/92. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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“The best since the series began.” —Kirkus Reviews “Shatner’s snappy pacing improves with every story.” —Library Journal
About the Author
William Shatner (b. 1931) is a Canadian actor, author, and film director, known for his irreverent charm and his star turn as Captain Kirk in the original Star Trek television series, as well as many other roles. Born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, Shatner was cast in Star Trek as the courageous, unpredictable Captain James T. Kirk in 1966. The show became a cult hit in syndication, leading to a number of spin-offs and movies. Shatner starred in seven Star Trek films beginning with Star Trek: The Motion Picture in 1979. He later played leading roles on the television series T.J. Hooker (1982–86) and Boston Legal (2004–08). Shatner has also published a number of novels, most notably TekWar (1989), a science-fiction thriller that inspired eight sequels as well as video games and a television series. When he isn’t working, Shatner and his wife, Elizabeth, divide their time between Southern California and Kentucky.
How to Love a Prince Hayden Stone (Being Royal, #2) Publication date: June 1st 2026 Genres: Adult, Comedy, Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance
What happens when a playboy prince must find a respectable husband to redeem himself and secure the monarchy’s future when he unexpectedly inherits the throne?
When London-based playboy Prince Theodor learns he’s about to inherit the Danish throne, he must clean up his scandalous image by finding an appropriate husband. But his planned redemption arc to audition fake boyfriends to fake marry creates another set of problems, until a fateful trip to Corfu, Greece, leads him to Greek Prince Stefanos, of the former Greek monarchy, and challenges his guarded heart as sparks fly.
It’s too bad they accidentally sink a yacht, which inevitably leads to more scandal, and they must start apart. However, Theodor and Stefanos can’t stop thinking of each other, leading to heated, secret encounters between Greece and England guaranteed to set the tabloids alight once their secret is revealed…
How to Love a Prince, Book 2 in the Being Royal Series, is a light-hearted royal rom-com featuring fake dating, opposites-attract, and forbidden love.
For fans of Red, White & Royal Blue, Boyfriend Material, and The Unlikely Heir.
More animal than mineral, Hayden Stone is a writer of fun queer fiction, especially with kissing. He currently lives in Victoria, Canada, and has previously lived in Vancouver, Canada and London, UK. He likes strong coffee and is owned by two cats. You can find out his latest news on Twitter or Instagram, or at his website: haydenstonebooks.com
WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE IN HISTORY WINNER OF THE LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZE IN HISTORY
“Full of…lively insights and lucid prose” (The Wall Street Journal) an epic, sweeping history of Cuba and its complex ties to the United States—from before the arrival of Columbus to the present day—written by one of the world’s leading historians of Cuba.
In 1961, during the Cold War, the United States stopped diplomatic relations with Cuba. A momentous revolution had taken power in Cuba three years earlier. The stand-off continued for more than half a century. It endured through the tenure of ten American presidents. It also lasted through the fifty-year rule of Fidel Castro. Fidel Castro died in 2016. His brother and successor, Raúl Castro, retired in 2021. This has spurred questions about the country’s future. Meanwhile, politics in Washington have evolved. Barack Obama opened relations to the island. Then, Donald Trump reversed that policy. The election of Joe Biden has made the relationship between the two nations a subject of debate once more.
Now, award-winning historian Ada Ferrer delivers an “important” (The Guardian) chronicle. It demands a new reckoning with the island’s past. It also reassesses its relationship with the United States. Spanning more than five centuries, Cuba: An American History provides us with a front-row seat. We witness the modern nation’s evolution. It has a dramatic record of conquest and colonization. It also shows slavery and freedom. We see its struggle for independence and revolutions made and unmade.
Along the way, Ferrer examines the sometimes surprising intimacy between the two countries. She often finds it troubled. Her documentation highlights the influence of the United States on Cuba. It also shows the many ways the island has been a recurring presence in US affairs. This story offers Americans unexpected insights into the history of their nation. It helps them imagine a new relationship with Cuba. “Readers will close [this] fascinating book with a sense of hope” (The Economist).
Filled with rousing stories and characters, this book draws on more than thirty years of research in Cuba, Spain, and the United States. The author’s extensive travel to the island over the same period further enriches it. This results in a stunning and monumental account like no other.
A Captivating Guide to the People and Events That Shaped the History of the Buckeye State (U.S. States)
The history of Ohio is so much more than farms and factories.
Do you think there isn’t much to know about the US state of Ohio? Or do you think you already know everything there is to know? Prepare to be amazed. Ohio is quite possibly the most important state in the United States. It has a history as varied and as interesting as any ancient kingdom. Ohio’s history includes the remains of ancient civilizations. It is the home of some of the richest human beings to ever live. There have been grisly wars for domination and epic struggles for freedom. Ohio’s history has it all.
Ohioans have been at the center of progress for many years. This began with the first humans in Ohio. It continued through the development of great systems of canals and railroads. It extends to the development of space travel.
Did you know that Ohio and Michigan were once at war? Did you know that the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth US presidents were all from Ohio? Did you know that ancient Ohioans built massive effigy mounds and that we’re only now discovering what they mean?
Ohio has an amazing story to tell the world; you just have to listen. Delve into this book on the history of Ohio and learn more about:
The home to many well-known companies and brands, like Goodyear, Tide, Dawn, and Standard Oil;
The birthplace of eight US presidents;
Great Native American leaders like Tecumseh, Blue Jacket, and Little Turtle;
American generals like “Mad” Anthony Wayne, William Henry Harrison, and Ulysses S. Grant;
John D. Rockefeller’s rise to power;
The first flights of the Wright Brothers;
The home of astronauts John Glenn and Neil Armstrong;
The bravery of conductors on the Underground Railroad;
Revolutionary new findings about the sacred mounds of ancient Ohioans;
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