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It Took Nine Tailors is a story told in Adolphe Menjou's own voice that recounts life from his 1890 birth in Pittsburgh through days spent working in his father's restaurants and early travails breaking into the acting business right into detailed stories of breaking into movies and climbing the ladder to become a leading man. It was Menjou's mustache and a top hat rented for fifty cents that brought him his first part in the movies. Working...

Originally published in 1961 Fencing with the Electric Foil covers in detail the transition from the traditional foil in fencing to the 'new' method of electric foil. "Fencing with the Electric Foil" is a definitive guide to the art and sport of fencing, written by the renowned fencer and coach, Roger Crosnier. With his extensive knowledge and expertise, Crosnier unveils the intricacies of fencing with the electric foil, offering readers a c...

Romance, intrigue, business rivalry, and the history of settling the Northwest frontier is all combined in this unique historical fiction novel. Wolves Against the Moon is the story of an adventurous Frenchman on the old Northwest frontier, Joseph Bailly, (based in part on the brief family chronicle by Joseph Bailly's granddaughter, Frances R. Howe, The Story of a French Homestead) as well as references in early documents. Julia Cooley A...

Not what you'd expect. Written and published in 1960 this is not a book about etiquette or charm as would lead from conventional thought. This is a book stuffed with wonderful advice on how to live your best life! A friend once summed up Arlene Francis' wonderful magnetic quality by saying, "Arlene is the only person I know who acts as though life were the best party she ever attended." Like the Pied Piper, she attracts droves of people who ...

Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, and prepare to be dazzled by the extraordinary tale that unfolds within the pages of "Greatest Show on Earth" by M. Willson Disher. Written with exquisite prose and a meticulous attention to detail, "Greatest Show on Earth" is an enchanting tale that transports the readers to a realm where the extraordinary becomes possible and the mundane fades into the shadows. ln 1768, a uniquely British invention c...

In the tradition of Holmes and Poirot comes another erstwhile professor turned detective create by Clyde B. Clason. Here is a long, full-bodied, and modern mystery story, cleverly plotted, with excellent characters and genuine suspense. The final curtain will come as a surprise to all. All about the murder of the porcine Mr. Swink and the mystifying events that followed-and introducing Theocritus Lucius Westborough, genial and mild-mannered ...

Strikeout Story" is an enthralling memoir penned by the legendary baseball player Bob Feller, offering a captivating account of his remarkable career and the unforgettable moments that defined him as one of the greatest pitchers in the history of the sport. Feller takes readers on an extraordinary journey, from his humble beginnings in rural Iowa to becoming a star athlete and ultimately an iconic figure in the world of baseball. In this ins...

Originally published in 1955 Ojibway Drums is a wonderful story about an Ojibway boy-Half Sky. The coming-of-age story serves as a vehicle to describe Native American life in the region that the author, Marian Magoon, spent many summers in a log cabin on her island in Georgian Bay, surrounded on three sides by Indian Reservation mainland. "I have many friends who have told me Indian lore not often told to white men. I feel honored, " Mrs. Mago...

Written by the widow of one of America's most beloved screen idols, Clark Gable: A Personal Portrait presents a warm, tender portrait of Clark Gable-the man, the husband, the star-as only she could tell it. Here in fascinating text and a rich array of photographs-many never before published-are scenes and stories of Clark and Kay at home, on location, on hunting trips . . . ¿ashbacks to Clark's boyhood, early career and rise to fame . . . al...

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In the inspiring biography "Milton S. Hershey, " author Katherine B. Shippen delves into the life and legacy of one of America's most iconic entrepreneurs. With meticulous research and captivating storytelling, Shippen presents a comprehensive portrait of Milton S. Hershey, the visionary behind the famous Hershey's chocolate empire. From his humble beginnings in rural Pennsylvania to his rise as a titan of industry, Shippen explores the form...

In the 1950s, a new word 'brainwashing' entered the English language. Although its meaning was ambiguous and continued to evolve, it captured both concerns about the uses of psychology in warfare and the imagination of the general public through popular cinema (popular example would be The Manchurian Candidate in 1962) through the years as to how possible it really was to "brainwash" an individual. For many experts, the Cold War brainwashin...

Circus Parade originally published in 1927, presents the sordid but albeit fascinating side of life traveling with a small-time circus life during the 1920s in America. From "The Moss-Haired Girl" to "Whiteface" the clown, Tully paints a vivid picture of each of these troubled characters that make up his daily experience in the circus. Circus Parade was one of Tully's most successful books, both commercially and critically. This is by no...

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This 1927 novel by Oppenheim revisits the plot device of a young man who comes into a large fortune suddenly and explores the class differences between the lower middle, and the upper class. In South America, a young Englishman steals the wife, baby girl, and money of two contemptible criminals. 15 years later, they come to England intent on revenge. In Norfolk, a young leather salesman, Martin Barnes, is wandering the streets late at nigh...

The Homosexual in America: A Subjective Approach, published in 1951, is considered one of the most influential works in the history of the gay rights movement and inspired compassion in others by highlighting the difficulties faced by homosexuals. The book is considered "one of the most influential works in the history of the gay rights movement" Donald Webster Cory was the pseudonym for Edward Sagarin, an American professor of sociology and...

Originally published in 1933, "Come Easy, Go Easy" is a semi-autobiographical account of the author's experiences during the Nevada Gold Rush period. Arthur Mason gives a vivid and realistic portrayal of the wild and adventurous times of the late 19th century. His story is full of action, humor, and drama, as well as historical details and insights into the culture and psychology of the people who shaped the West. It is a must-read for fans...

Originally published in 1914 "Busting 'Em and Other Big League Stories", by Ty Cobb is a collection of stories and anecdotes from Cobb's time playing professional baseball. The book gives readers an inside look at the game during the early 20th century, as well as a glimpse into the life and mind of one of the greatest baseball players of all time. It covers Cobb's career in the American League and his time with the Detroit Tigers. It also i...

Step right up and discover the extraordinary life of George A. Hamid, a true legend of the circus world. In his memoir, aptly titled "Circus, " Hamid takes readers on a remarkable journey through his captivating experiences as a circus performer, sharing an intimate and exhilarating account of a life under the big top. From his humble beginnings in Lebanon to his rise to success in the United States this is the classic "rags to riches" story o...