435 Results with the "Biography" genre


    • 75. Father’s Day Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Father’s Day in June 2022 brought Elon Musk face-to-face with complex family dynamics, shedding light on the intricacies of his personal life amid his towering public profile. This seemingly simple occasion became a moment of reflection as Musk navigated not only his relationships with his children but also the societal expectations and personal ideologies that shaped his family life. Musk’s journey through this period reflects the tension between his public image as a tech mogul and the private…
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      The Rubicon

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Rubicon marks a turning point in Edmund Ruffin's life, as he faced intense personal and political struggles in 1859. Frustrated by his failure to inspire secession in Virginia, Ruffin had been tirelessly promoting the cause of disunion and condemning what he saw as Northern "tyranny." Known for his fiery demeanor, Ruffin, with his shoulder-length white hair, appeared as intense as his convictions. At sixty-five, feeling alienated and dismissed as a fanatic, he contemplated the finality of suicide,…
    • To Sell or Collide Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin To Sell or Collide, South Carolina was finalizing its plans to attack Fort Sumter in early February, with construction nearly completed at Cummings Point. Major Anderson, stationed at the fort, shared his concerns with Adjutant Cooper, hoping the state would reconsider the attack that had been long anticipated. At the same time, the Hall-Hayne mission to Washington faced challenges due to misunderstandings about the strategic value of the fort. Hayne, the South Carolina Attorney General, arrived at the…
    • Russell, of the Times Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Russell, of the Times, arrived in New York City on March 17, eager to observe the contrasts that the city presented. As he walked through the bustling streets, he was struck by the sight of forty or fifty Irishmen in green sashes marching towards mass, a sharp contrast to the more fashionable attire of domestics and free Blacks that he saw around him. The streets were crowded with people, and though there was much activity, the remnants of winter were still clear to see—dirty snow and slush covered…
    • Doubleday’s Revenge Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin In the chapter titled "Doubleday’s Revenge", the events of April 13, 1861, play a crucial role in the early stages of the Civil War. This day was marked by the ongoing bombardment of Fort Sumter by Confederate forces, beginning a violent chapter that would deeply shape the nation's future. Major Robert Anderson, who commanded the Union garrison at the fort, found himself facing overwhelming odds, with the Confederate forces relentlessly shelling the fort. During this bombardment, the Union flag at the…
    • Chapter 15: William James Edwards_Alabama, 1869 Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 15 introduces the life of William James Edwards, born at the close of the Civil War in Snow Hill, Alabama, just after his family was emancipated from enslavement. Originally named Ulysses Grant Edwards, he was renamed William by his grandmother after his mother passed away. During childhood, William faced a severe illness that led to the death of parts of his bones, leaving him with limited mobility. As a result, he often had to crawl rather than walk. After his grandmother’s death, William was…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 13: Lost in New York delves deeply into a significant turning point in John Lewis’s life, during a time when the civil rights movement faced profound internal divisions. The rise of Stokely Carmichael within the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) created a sharp divide, as his focus on Black Power and self-reliance sharply contrasted with the earlier, more inclusive principles of nonviolent resistance. His speeches and actions, which celebrated Black pride and autonomy, sparked…
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      Over the Wall

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Over the Wall, the narrator reflects on their time working at the White House, drafting nuclear energy policies—a job that, despite initial enthusiasm, grew increasingly dull and unsatisfying. What once seemed like an exciting opportunity to contribute to presidential decision-making soon revealed the slow-moving nature of government work. The realization settled in that progress was often hindered by bureaucratic inefficiencies, and many projects were abandoned by succeeding administrations. This…
    • Records of A Family of Engineers Cover
      by LovelyMay Records of a Family of Engineers by George H. B. Ward is a memoir detailing the history and accomplishments of the Ward family, focusing on their contributions to engineering and their involvement in significant projects, while also offering insights into their personal lives and values across generations.
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      by LovelyMay Chapter XIX – The Compleat Angler presents a thoughtful survey of England’s rivers, blending admiration for their beauty with appreciation of their cultural, economic, and ecological significance. Piscator draws on the works of Dr. Heylin and other learned sources to offer not just a list of waterways but a tribute to their place in English life. He begins with the Thames, a river of grandeur, tracing its course from its dual origin at the Thame and Isis to where it empties into the sea. The Thames is…
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