434 Results in the "Biography & Memoir" category


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      Trust

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Trust played a pivotal role during the early spring of 1861, as the fate of Fort Sumter teetered between two warring sides. Secretary of State Seward had assured Confederate commissioners that Fort Sumter would be evacuated within five days, yet as March 20 arrived—the day the fort was supposed to be vacated—it remained firmly under federal control. In the midst of these tensions, Washington faced an unexpected cold snap, intensifying the urgency for a resolution. The Confederate commissioners, growing…
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      Wigfall

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Wigfall’s daring journey to Fort Sumter on April 13 marked a pivotal moment in the early stages of the Civil War, driven by his desire to be part of history. The ex-senator from Texas, known for his passionate speeches, fiery rhetoric, and a reputation for heavy drinking, was determined to ensure that the Confederate cause was represented in the tense negotiations with the Union forces. With the direct authorization from Brigadier General James Simons, Wigfall and three enslaved oarsmen set out in a…
    • Chapter 16: Julius Rosenwald_Illinois, 1862 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 16 details the life of Julius Rosenwald, a figure whose early experiences and later success would leave a lasting impact on American society. Born in 1862 to Samuel and Augusta Rosenwald, Julius came into the world at a pivotal moment in history. His father, Samuel, had emigrated from Europe with hopes of a better life, unaware that his family would eventually face the struggles of living near a future U.S. president and encountering the growing threat of the Ku Klux Klan. The Rosenwald family…
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      Chapter 14: RFK

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 14: RFK takes us through John Lewis’s involvement in the 1968 presidential campaign of Robert F. Kennedy, a journey that profoundly shaped both his personal and political life. The chapter begins with Lewis, along with his friends Connie Curry and Joan Browning, celebrating Kennedy’s decision to challenge President Lyndon Johnson for the Democratic nomination. This decision came after widespread frustration over Johnson’s handling of the Vietnam War, which had been exacerbated by Eugene…
    • What Goes in Early Goes in Deep Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin What Goes in Early Goes in Deep describes the author’s dramatic decision at the age of thirty to abandon a stable job in Washington for the uncertain path of purchasing a food store. This bold move brought about a mixture of excitement and anxiety, especially as her parents reacted with disbelief and concern. They viewed her transition from a prestigious government career to becoming a shopkeeper as a significant step down, highlighting the disconnect between her aspirations and their values. Growing up,…
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      Chapter 9: Lies

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 9, titled "Lies," the author examines the experience of being Latino in the United States, focusing on how mainstream narratives often depict Latinos as powerless or overly simplified figures. The chapter begins by critiquing a North American activist, whose portrayal of immigrants seeking refuge centers only on her actions, while neglecting the individual stories and unique identities of the immigrants involved. This portrayal ultimately reduces these individuals to mere symbols of victimhood,…
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      Chapter 19

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 19 reveals the intense emotions and struggles I faced during my pregnancies, highlighting both the joys and difficulties that come with carrying a child. While I found immense pleasure in certain aspects, like enjoying sex and food, the rest of the experience was overshadowed by intense mood swings and feelings of isolation. I was irritable, distant, and extremely protective, particularly when it came to my family. I didn’t want anyone near me, not even my mom, and became known for being a "mama…
    • Evelyn Hugo’s Coming Clean Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Evelyn Hugo’s Coming Clean is making waves in the entertainment world, and there’s no shortage of anticipation as her long-awaited revelations approach. This icon of classic Hollywood has been an object of intrigue for decades, and now, after years of silence, she’s ready to share her story. Evelyn, who has lived a life that seems more like a series of epic soap operas than a real biography, is finally opening up about her tumultuous marriages, her rise to fame, and the many personal scandals that…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Fourth Launch became a defining event in SpaceX’s history, a moment that determined whether Elon Musk’s dream of affordable, privately funded space exploration would survive or crumble. By the summer of 2008, both SpaceX and Tesla were dangerously close to financial collapse. Musk had already poured nearly all of his personal fortune into sustaining his companies, but repeated failures had left him with little room to maneuver. The first three Falcon 1 launch attempts had ended in disappointment,…
    • Cant Hurt Me Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds (David Goggins) Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins is a memoir and self-help book where the author shares his journey of overcoming extreme challenges, using mental toughness and resilience to defy physical and psychological limits.
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