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“frederic b hill”

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  • The Life of Kings

    The Baltimore Sun and the Golden Age of the American Newspaper

    Edited by Frederic B Hill, Stephens Broening ...
    In an age when local daily papers with formerly robust reporting are cutting sections and even closing their doors, the contributors to The Life of Kings celebrate the heyday of one such paper, the Baltimore Sun, when it set the agenda for Baltimore, was a force in Washington, and extended its reach around the globe. Contributors like David Simon, creator of HBO's The Wire, and renowned political ... Read more

    $9.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Flick of Sunshine

    The Remarkable Shipwrecked, Marooned, Maritime Adventures, and Tragic Fate of an American Original

    by Alexander Jackson Hill, Frederic B. Hill, Frederick B. Hill ...
    The true and remarkable life of Richard Willis (Will) Jackson, an intrepid seaman from one of the leading shipbuilding families in 19th century Maine, whose exploits and adventures in the oceans of the world would rival characters straight out of the lives and imaginations of Joseph Conrad and Jack London. Will Jackson survived a harrowing shipwreck in the Marshall Islands, being washed overboard ... Read more

    $20.99 USD

  • Beyond the Tides

    Classic Tales of Richard M. Hallet

    Edited by Frederic B. Hill ...
    Before passing up a career in law for the writing life, Richard Matthews Hallett lived an exciting life of adventure, that included a stint as a police officer, and as a seaman aboard a schooner bound for Australia. He then trekked across that country and lived by his wits in England for a time before returning to the States. Later, he was a deck officer on warships convoying soldiers and horses ... Read more

    $23.99 USD

  • Ships, Swindlers, and Scalded Hogs

    The Rise and Fall of the Crooker Shipyard in Bath, Maine

    by Frederic B. Hill ...
    Brothers William Donnell Crooker and Charles Crooker were among the most prominent mid-nineteenth-century shipbuilders in Bath, Maine, itself one of the most prominent shipbuilding cities in the world during that time. This colorful history of the Crookers' company by the great-great grandson of William Donnell provides a thorough overview of a family, its contributions to shipbuilding, and the ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • The Life of Kings

    The Baltimore Sun and the Golden Age of the American Newspaper

    Edited by Frederic B. Hill, Stephens Broening ...
    In an age when local daily papers with formerly robust reporting are cutting sections and even closing their doors, the contributors to The Life of Kings celebrate the heyday of one such paper, the Baltimore Sun, when it set the agenda for Baltimore, was a force in Washington, and extended its reach around the globe. Contributors like David Simon, creator of HBO’s The Wire, and renowned political ... Read more

    $28.99 USD

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  • Complete Works of Jack London (Illustrated)

    by Jack London, Delphi Classics ...
    Series Book 12 - Delphi Series One
    America’s beloved storyteller Jack London was a pioneer of commercial magazine fiction, winning worldwide celebrity status through famous novels such as ‘The Call of the Wild’ and ‘White Fang’, inspiring readers across the world with tales of the Klondike Gold Rush. London was also a master of the short story, whose tour de force “To Build a Fire” provides a stunning depiction of humankind’s ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • The First Tycoon

    The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt (Pulitzer Prize Winner)

    by T.J. Stiles ...
    PULITZER PRIZE WINNERNATIONAL BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARDIn this groundbreaking biography, T.J. Stiles tells the dramatic story of Cornelius “Commodore” Vanderbilt, the combative man and American icon who, through his genius and force of will, did more than perhaps any other individual to create modern capitalism. Meticulously researched and elegantly written, The First Tycoon ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

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  • Jack London: All 22 Novels in One Illustrated Edition

    Enriched edition. The Call of the Wild, The Sea-Wolf, White Fang, The Iron Heel, Martin Eden, Burning Daylight…

    by Jack London, Colby Warren ...
    I highly recommend 'Jack London: All 22 Novels in One Illustrated Edition' to readers looking to delve into the timeless and thought-provoking world of Jack London. This comprehensive edition offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the gripping narratives and profound insights that have solidified London's reputation as a master storyteller. Whether you are a long-time fan of London's ... Read more

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  • Signing Their Lives Away

    The Fame and Misfortune of the Men Who Signed the Declaration of Independence

    by Denise Kiernan, Joseph D'Agnese ...
    Signing Their Lives Away introduces readers to the eclectic group of statesmen, soldiers, slaveholders, and scoundrels who signed this historic document—and the many strange fates that awaited them. Some prospered and rose to the highest levels of United States government, while others had their homes and farms seized by British soldiers. Signer George Wythe was poisoned by his nephew; Button ... Read more

    $8.69 USD

  • The Jack London Library: 42 books

    by Jack London ...
    This book-collection file includes: MEMOIRS -- John Barleycorn, The Road; NOVELS -- The Cruise of the Dazzler, A Daughter of the Snows, The Call of the Wild, Sea-Wolf, The Game, White Fang, Before Adam, The Iron Heel, Martin Eden, Burning Daylight, Adventure, Scarlet Plague, A Son of the Sun, Valley of the Moon, Mutiny of the Elsinore, The Little Lady of the Big House, Jerry of the Islands, ... Read more

    $1.15 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Survivors of the Clotilda

    The Lost Stories of the Last Captives of the American Slave Trade

    by Hannah Durkin ...
    NAMED A TOP BOOK OF 2024 BY AMAZON AND WASHINGTON POST“Hannah Durkin lets the enslaved speak for themselves, and they tell a story not only of unimaginable suffering but also of courage and survival.”—Wall Street Journal“The Survivors of the Clotilda, a comprehensive account of one of the most important parts of American history, is a triumph.”—Booklist (starred review)"A welcome history of ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

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  • Works Of Jack London: (200 + Works) Includes The Call Of The Wild, White Fang, The Sea Wolf, The Iron Heel, To Build A Fire, Cruise Of The Snark And More (Mobi Collected Works)

    by Jack London ...
    This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically, chronologically and by category, making it easier to access individual books, stories and plays. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a ... Read more

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