Marcus Brotherton
Author
Publisher
Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Jimmy, Hank, and Billy were more than just the preacher's son, the outcast, and the tagalong. They are brothers by choice, sharing a bond of loyalty, understanding, and friendship throughout life's ups and downs. When the trio enlists together with the hope of seeing the world, they instead find themselves on the explosive front lines of the Pacific Theater after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Fighting for survival in a violent new world of dizzying...
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Joe Johnson Jr. ran away from home at the age of 12, hopping a freight train at the height of the Great Depression. Two years later, he managed to talk his way into the U.S. Army. Seeking freedom and adventure, he was sent to the Philippines. After a misstep with a teenage prostitute, he vowed to right the wrongs he'd done and help the girl have a better life. Yet when the Japanese attacked on December 7, 1941, his hopes of being with the girl had...
4) A company of heroes: personal memories about the real band of brothers and the legacy they left us
Author
Publisher
Berkley Caliber
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Gary Sinise shares the never-before-told story of his journey from trouble-making Chicago kid to cofounder of the legendary Steppenwolf Theater Company, world-famous actor, and tireless advocate for America's active duty defenders, veterans, and first responders.
Author
Publisher
Gallery Books/Jeter Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Trailblazing Seattle Seahawks fullback Derrick Coleman Jr.-—the first deaf athlete to play offense in the NFL—-tells his inspirational journey of persevering through every obstacle, remaining dedicated to the hard work and a no-excuses attitude that ultimately earned him a Super Bowl victory. --Amazon.com
Author
Publisher
Tyndale Momentum
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
In December 2011, Lauren (?LoLo?) Scruggs, a 23-year-old fashion journalist, suffered a sudden injury that made headlines around the world. She had been on a short flight to look at Christmas lights and, upon exiting the small plane, was hit by the still-moving propeller blade. A frantic 911 call, several major surgeries, and thousands of prayers later: Lauren lived. But she lost her left hand and left eye. And she had to face some incredibly difficult...
Author
Publisher
Gallery Books, Jeter Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Everyone has those moments in life when they're truly tested, when they wonder if they have the strength to overcome the challenges before them. Not everyone believes that they have what it takes. Davis and Jeter highlight eleven core elements that will help you not only survive but thrive in spite of life's difficulties.