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Steve Wiegand

    The Uncommon Life of Danny O'Connell
    The Mental Floss History of the World
    The Dancer, the Dreamers, and the Queen of Romania
    U.S. History For Dummies
    1876: Year of the Gun
    • 2024

      The Uncommon Life of Danny O'Connell

      A Tale of Baseball Cards, Average Players, and the True Value of America's Game

      • 360 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      Exploring the life of Danny O'Connell, the narrative reveals his journey through baseball's "Golden Era" and highlights his diverse talents beyond the sport. Set against the backdrop of post-war America, it delves into themes of unfulfilled dreams and resilience, challenging perceptions of what defines an "average" person. The story also touches on the nostalgia of baseball card collecting, presenting O'Connell as a symbol of the extraordinary hidden within everyday lives.

      The Uncommon Life of Danny O'Connell
    • 2022

      1876: Year of the Gun

      The Year Bat, Wyatt, Custer, Jesse, and the Two Bills (Buffalo and Wild) Created the Wild West, and Why It's Still with Us

      • 442 stránek
      • 16 hodin čtení
      4,0(45)Ohodnotit

      Set against the backdrop of America's centennial celebration, this narrative explores the lives of iconic figures like Bat, Wyatt, Custer, Jesse, and the Two Bills, who shaped the Wild West. Through their adventures and challenges, the book delves into the mythos of the American frontier, highlighting the interplay of adventure, conflict, and the spirit of innovation that characterized this pivotal era in history. It paints a vivid picture of how these legendary characters contributed to the legacy of the Wild West.

      1876: Year of the Gun
    • 2020

      The Dancer, the Dreamers, and the Queen of Romania

      How an Unlikely Quartet Created America's Most Improbable Art Museum

      • 274 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení
      3,6(7)Ohodnotit

      The narrative revolves around an aging dancer, two visionary millionaires, and the Queen of Romania as they unite to create a unique museum. Their collaboration unfolds in extraordinary circumstances, highlighting themes of ambition, creativity, and the blending of diverse backgrounds. The story explores the challenges and triumphs of this unlikely trio as they pursue a shared dream, ultimately transforming their lives and the cultural landscape around them.

      The Dancer, the Dreamers, and the Queen of Romania
    • 2009

      U.S. History For Dummies

      • 389 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      4,0(50)Ohodnotit

      Since the first edition of U.S. History For Dummies published in January 2001, significant events have reshaped thoughts about everything from oil consumption to mortgages to presidential candidates. In this revised edition, the author examines these recent events in the context of their impact on the United States.

      U.S. History For Dummies
    • 2008

      The Mental Floss History of the World

      • 416 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení
      3,9(1952)Ohodnotit

      “An irreverent romp through history’s best bits,” The Mental Floss History of the World is an amazingly entertaining joyride through 60,000 years of human civilization. As audacious as it is edifying, here is a hilarious and irreverent—yet always historically accurate—overview of the ascent (or descent) of humankind, courtesy of the same rebel geniuses who brought you Mental Floss presents Condensed Knowledge and Mental Floss Presents Forbidden Knowledge. Updated with all the hot topics and events of the past few years, The Mental Floss History of the World is proof positive that just because something’s true doesn’t mean it’s boring.

      The Mental Floss History of the World