The Quest For Tepee Island

This is a true story of one mans life-altering odyssey to fulfill the dream of acquiring ownership of an island in the wilderness of Northwest Ontario, Canada, and how the whole adventure was triggered by a major snowstorm that blanketed the Chicago area in 1967.

In this study, Greene describes the rise of the lower houses in the four southern royal colonies--Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia--in the period between the Glorious Revolution and the American War for Independence. It assesses the consequences of the success of the lower houses, especially the relationship between their rise to power and the coming of the American Revolution. Originally published in 1963. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

"By all odds the best all-purpose guide to one of the most magical regions."—John Berendt, author of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil In this updated edition, longtime South Carolina resident Cecily McMillan explores the unique intrigue of the Carolina Lowcountry region, examining its rich history, culture, and people and providing authoritative recommendations for accommodations, dining, sightseeing, and all manner of recreational activities here, in Savannah, and on the area’s islands. Whether you gravitate toward historic architecture, gourmet cuisine, bird-watching, or kayaking, you’ll find the most accurate, thorough information on all these and more.

In a galaxy six frillion light years from ours a War has began with a very violent assault at the Palace of the High King. And in addition to the carnage, there has been an abduction of the heir to the throne. But there will not be the normal retaliation, for the High Kings personal Sorcerer, close friend and confidant has informed the High King of the bizarre and mystical events which are occurring and only through observance of these events will they be able to successful undertake the mission that will return the heir to the throne safely home. And now the High King must make the decision to bring Quest to Zandoria.

Born in Mississippi during the Great Depression, Hollis Ransom regrets the racial and economic injustices about him, but doesn't want to become engaged in social causes, which he regards as complicated, uncertain, and emotionally disturbing. Instead, he prefers to dwell in the world of pure philosophy, keeping his ties to the practical world as simple as possible. After joining the faculty at the University of Georgia, he eventually devotes himself to the traditional philosophical task of self-understanding, but finds that his practical world borders on chaos. He and his wife cannot have children, which pushes him to have an adulterous affair. Desegregation, the feminist movement, Vietnam War protests, student rights, faculty governance, the military-industrial complex, gay rights, and the anti-smoking campaign keep interrupting his search for self-understanding.

A Quest For Immortality is an intriguing tale of an estranged family reuniting and healing. It is a journey of discovery, love and forgiveness. The main characterhas known only regret and loneliness for many years. He, slowly, changes and basks in the power of forgiveness, kindness, and love from the people he thought despised him. This story spans several generations, family traditions and beliefs. Charkey is the narrator of memorable events and lessons. In the midst of the main story line there is a touching love story. A love lost through death is kept alive by the passion and power of being a soul mate. This novel affords its reader the observation of two young boys being transformed into men. A gruff old man that they had just met, turns out to be the perfect mentor. The reader is provided the opportunity of seeing things through their innocence. Reading A Quest for Immortality, each individual can identify with one or more of the issues. It is an experience that brings tears, smiles and laughs.

Macon to Manassas a novel by John Wayne Dobson and Walter Kevin Sark. It was edited by Edward DeVries. Kevin and John were born in and are life-long residents of Macon, Georgia. Both have known The Lord Jesus Christ as personal Savior for much of their lives. They are close friends and veteran re-enactors of The 16th GA, Co. G Infantry Re-enactment Company, ""The Jackson Rifles."" The book was a 20-year labor of love dedicated to the Confederate companies that were raised in the authors' native Macon. 23 Confederate combat units were raised during the course of the War from Macon. At War's end, there were not enough survivors to muster 7 companies. With so many men from Macon giving their lives for ""The Cause,"" the authors wanted to write a novel that would not only be good reading, but also tell the story of the brave and honorable men from Macon. Those who survived the war, and those who did not. www.dixieheritage.net