»Ich bin kein Engel, ich heiße nur so.« »Ich bin immer im Dienst«, sagt Tommy Engel von sich selbst. Denn wenn der Trommler, Sänger und Ex-Frontmann der Bläck Fööss das Kölner Trottoir betritt, wird er unweigerlich erkannt. Das kölsche Milieu, in das er dann eintaucht, kennt er aus der sprichwörtlichen Westentasche. Denn geboren wurde der »Tommy« als zehntes Kind einer anderen kölschen Legende: Richard »Rickes« Engel war einer der »Vier Botze«, die mit ihren Stimmungshits und Parodien schon vor vielen Jahrzehnten die Säle zum Toben brachten. Für die »Fööss« begann alles 1970, schon die zweite Single der Band schlug ein wie eine Bombe: »Drink doch eine met«, das Lied über den einsamen alten Mann und seine Einladung an die Theke. Tommy Engel und seinen Mitstreitern kamen dabei ihre Herkunft aus der Beat-Generation zugute. So erweiterten die Fööss das Spektrum der kölschsprachigen Musik um Rhythmen, die man bis dato nur aus den anglo-amerikanischen Hitparaden kannte.Fast ein Vierteljahrhundert verbrachte Tommy Engel mit den Fööss. Viele ihrer Lieder von »En unserem Veedel« bis »Mer losse d’r Dom en Kölle« wurden zu Hymnen. Umso schockierter waren die Fans wegen seines Ausstiegs 1994. Mit seinen beiden Freunden Arno Steffen und Rolf Lammers startete er bereits vor dem Ausstieg das Projekt L.S.E., das sich zu einer Erfolgsgeschichte entwickelte. Als sein musikalischer Weg schließlich in eine Solo-Karriere mündete, schrieb Tommy Engel jenen Evergreen, der auch diesem Buch seinen Namen gab: Du bes Kölle. Tommy Engel blickt auf ein bewegtes Leben als Musiker, Kölner, Ehemann und Vater zurück. Zu Wort kommt aber nicht zuletzt auch der politische Engel: Schon die Fööss schufen zahlreiche Lieder, die sich an den herrschenden Zuständen rieben. Mit seinem Einsatz für die »Arsch huh«-Kampagne gegen Ausländerfeindlichkeit und für die Opfer des Kölner Archiv-Einsturzes knüpft Tommy Engel nahtlos an dieses Engagement an.

Sir Lenny Henry is one of the country's best-loved comedians with a career spanning over forty years. Here he writes about his youth for the first time. You might think you know Lenny Henry. Think again. 'Glorious.' NEIL GAIMAN 'Touching and affectionate.' CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS, SUNDAY TIMES 'Heartfelt . . . honest.' OBSERVER 'Moving, powerful and very funny.' MAIL ON SUNDAY In 1975, a gangly black sixteen-year-old apprentice factory worker from Dudley appeared on our TV screens for the first time. He had no idea he would go on to become a national treasure. Here at last, Sir Lenny Henry tells the revealing and very funny story of his rise to fame. Surviving a tough family upbringing, along with the trauma of finding out the truth about his father at a young age, Lenny beat the odds. With a riotous warmth and his trademark energy, in Who Am I, Again? he tells the heart-breakingly honest and inspirational story of his youth. AN i BOOK OF THE YEAR A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK 'So appealing . . . Witty, charming and engagingly self-aware.' i 'Funny, warm and self-deprecating.' THE TIMES 'A raw, touching memoir.' GUARDIAN 'An endearing memoir . . . He's a skilful storyteller.' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Enjoyable and endearing.' DAILY EXPRESS

»Ich bin kein Engel, ich heiße nur so.« »Ich bin immer im Dienst«, sagt Tommy Engel von sich selbst. Denn wenn der Trommler, Sänger und Ex-Frontmann der Bläck Fööss das Kölner Trottoir betritt, wird er unweigerlich erkannt. Das kölsche Milieu, in das er dann eintaucht, kennt er aus der sprichwörtlichen Westentasche. Denn geboren wurde der »Tommy« als zehntes Kind einer anderen kölschen Legende: Richard »Rickes« Engel war einer der »Vier Botze«, die mit ihren Stimmungshits und Parodien schon vor vielen Jahrzehnten die Säle zum Toben brachten. Für die »Fööss« begann alles 1970, schon die zweite Single der Band schlug ein wie eine Bombe: »Drink doch eine met«, das Lied über den einsamen alten Mann und seine Einladung an die Theke. Tommy Engel und seinen Mitstreitern kamen dabei ihre Herkunft aus der Beat-Generation zugute. So erweiterten die Fööss das Spektrum der kölschsprachigen Musik um Rhythmen, die man bis dato nur aus den anglo-amerikanischen Hitparaden kannte.Fast ein Vierteljahrhundert verbrachte Tommy Engel mit den Fööss. Viele ihrer Lieder von »En unserem Veedel« bis »Mer losse d’r Dom en Kölle« wurden zu Hymnen. Umso schockierter waren die Fans wegen seines Ausstiegs 1994. Mit seinen beiden Freunden Arno Steffen und Rolf Lammers startete er bereits vor dem Ausstieg das Projekt L.S.E., das sich zu einer Erfolgsgeschichte entwickelte. Als sein musikalischer Weg schließlich in eine Solo-Karriere mündete, schrieb Tommy Engel jenen Evergreen, der auch diesem Buch seinen Namen gab: Du bes Kölle. Tommy Engel blickt auf ein bewegtes Leben als Musiker, Kölner, Ehemann und Vater zurück. Zu Wort kommt aber nicht zuletzt auch der politische Engel: Schon die Fööss schufen zahlreiche Lieder, die sich an den herrschenden Zuständen rieben. Mit seinem Einsatz für die »Arsch huh«-Kampagne gegen Ausländerfeindlichkeit und für die Opfer des Kölner Archiv-Einsturzes knüpft Tommy Engel nahtlos an dieses Engagement an.

Dirk Pitt is caught up in a dangerous and thrilling mystery on the murky waters of the Black Sea . . . As Director of the National Underwater and Marine Agency, Dirk Pitt has always had a knack for finding trouble. This time, though, trouble has found him . . . On a NUMA mission to the Black Sea to locate the wreck of a lost Ottoman Empire ship, Pitt and his friend Al Giordino respond to an urgent Mayday from a nearby freighter. By the time they reach the ship there's no one left alive - just dead bodies and the smell of sulphur in the air. When a massive blast from the stern suddenly scuttles the ship, Pitt and Giordino are lucky not to be added to the death toll. As they investigate the fate of the lost ship, they're plunged deep into an extraordinary mystery. And when connections emerge between a desperate attempt in 1917 to preserve the wealth and power of the Romanov empire, a Cold War bomber lost with a deadly cargo, modern-day nuclear smugglers and a brilliant engineer developing cutting-edge drone technology, Pitt is faced with the most dangerous challenge of his career. One that will threaten the lives of his family and friends. Packed with breathtaking suspense, switchback plotting and remarkable imagination, Odessa Sea proves once again that, when it comes to adventure, Clive Cussler is in a league of his own. Praise for Clive Cussler 'Cussler is hard to beat' Daily Mail 'Oceanography's answer to Indiana Jones. Exotic locations, ruthless villains, and many narrow escapes - Cussler's fans come for swashbuckling and he delivers' Associated Press 'Nobody does it better. . . nobody!' Stephen Coonts 'Just about the best storyteller in the business' New York Post 'The adventure king' Daily Express

Dirk Pitt is caught up in a dangerous and thrilling mystery on the murky waters of the Black Sea . . . As Director of the National Underwater and Marine Agency, Dirk Pitt has always had a knack for finding trouble. This time, though, trouble has found him . . . On a NUMA mission to the Black Sea to locate the wreck of a lost Ottoman Empire ship, Pitt and his friend Al Giordino respond to an urgent Mayday from a nearby freighter. By the time they reach the ship there's no one left alive - just dead bodies and the smell of sulphur in the air. When a massive blast from the stern suddenly scuttles the ship, Pitt and Giordino are lucky not to be added to the death toll. As they investigate the fate of the lost ship, they're plunged deep into an extraordinary mystery. And when connections emerge between a desperate attempt in 1917 to preserve the wealth and power of the Romanov empire, a Cold War bomber lost with a deadly cargo, modern-day nuclear smugglers and a brilliant engineer developing cutting-edge drone technology, Pitt is faced with the most dangerous challenge of his career. One that will threaten the lives of his family and friends. Packed with breathtaking suspense, switchback plotting and remarkable imagination, Odessa Sea proves once again that, when it comes to adventure, Clive Cussler is in a league of his own. Praise for Clive Cussler 'Cussler is hard to beat' Daily Mail 'Oceanography's answer to Indiana Jones. Exotic locations, ruthless villains, and many narrow escapes - Cussler's fans come for swashbuckling and he delivers' Associated Press 'Nobody does it better. . . nobody!' Stephen Coonts 'Just about the best storyteller in the business' New York Post 'The adventure king' Daily Express

Description Maybe your kids want to have fun playing a game of basketball indoors, check out this dual-shot basketball arcade! With this unique basketball arcade, your kids can host indoor basketball games. It's also a great source of physical activity and brings your family together for a fun family game atmosphere. Key Features Durable Materials: Made of 0.87-in-diameter steel pipe with a spray coating process, as well as nylon and MDF, it is strong and impact-resistant to ensure the stability and longevity of the product. Interactive Fun: It supports two-player interactive games, which can promote communication and cooperation among family members or friends, and also stimulate the spirit of competition, making it the preferred equipment for team building or family entertainment. Kid-Friendly: It is moderately difficult and suitable for the whole family to participate especially children, and this game can cultivate hand-eye coordination. Intelligent Scoring System: It adopts a touch scoring arm, which conducts data to the scorer when the ball touches the scoring arm after scoring from the rim, ensuring a more accurate score. Foldable Design: You can remove the two locking pins on the steel pipe to fold it up, the folded size (43.3*31.5*82.6in) can effectively save space and make it easy to carry out and store. Multiple Modes Choices: This product offers 8 game modes, including Beat the Time Clock, 3 Point Beat the Time Clock, Battle Back, Horse, Check Point, Around the World, Left and Right Shoot, and One to One, which meet the needs of different ages and skill levels of playing, and increases the variety and playability of the game. Immersive Sounds: It simulates arcade voices to create a realistic competitive atmosphere and enhance the gaming experience, allowing you and your kids to feel the passion and energy on the basketball court. Portable Design: The electronic scorer is powered by 3* AA batteries (not included), without an external power supply, and it can be moved indoors on many occasions. Buy with Confidence: We stand behind all our guests and look forward to assisting you with your purchase. It is our pleasure to answer your confusion and questions. The end of the story between us is not "we sell and you buy". Details Scorer Cover: It clearly shows the time and the identity of both interacting parties (HOME and VISITOR), making it more professional and fun for your kids to play, and it also better protects the scorer from dust and moisture. Reinforced Iron Piece: This can better fix the product to ensure the safety of use. Ball Stopping Nets: They prevent the basketball from bouncing out and increase safety. Slope Design: It helps the basketball slide back into your hands for quicker and better shooting. Standard Basketball Hoop: A 12'' basketball hoop diameter will fit most basketballs. Durable Basketballs: 4 basketballs are made of high-quality rubber, durable and impact-resistant. Air Pump: It is convenient for you to quickly inflate the basketballs with air, reducing the need for you to buy extra. Application It is widely used in a variety of indoor environments such as homes, game rooms, basements, gyms, and more. Specification Material: Steel, Nylon, MDF, Rubber Process: Spray Coating Color: Black, Red, White Style: Modern Type: Foldable Dual Shot Basketball Arcade Electronic Scorer Power Source: 3* AA Batteries(Not Included) Number of Locking Pins: 2 Number of Basketballs: 4 Number of Basketball Hoops: 2 Number of Air Pumps: 1 Game Modes: 8 (Beat the Time Clock, 3 Point Beat the Time Clock, Battle Back, Horse, Check Point, Around the World, Left and Right Shoot, and One to One) Pipe Diameter: 22mm/0.87in Basket Diameter: 30.5cm/12in Folded Size: 110*80*210cm/43.3*31.5*82.6in Product Size: 110*205*210cm/43.3*80.7*82.6in Package Size: 115*58*10cm/45.28*22.83*3.94in Gross Weight: 14.4kg/31.75lbs Net Weight: 13.78kg/30.38lbs Package Included 1* Dual-shot Basketball Arcade 4* Basketballs 1* Electronic Scorer

"Beautiful, poignant and poetic. This story will weave its way into the hearts and minds of readers for generations." —Monique Gray Smith, author of My Heart Fills With Happiness From beloved Indigenous icon Buffy Sainte-Marie comes a chapter book inspired by oral histories and traditions. On a prairie reserve, Tâpwê receives a mysterious gift from Kokhom (grandma)—and finds himself on an unforgettable adventure. Tâpwê can’t wait to spend a week with his cousins on the other side of the Cree reserve—especially since Kokhom, his grandma, has given him the most amazing gift: a Magic Hat with bluebirds and grass snakes that come to life! Tâpwê is so excited that he soon forgets Kokhom’s advice: Watch out for tricksters! Tâpwê’s adventure is everything he imagined. He meets his cousins, takes part in a powwow, and sleeps in a tipi. But soon he’s reminded of Kokhom’s words. Is his new friend Wâpos leading him astray with mischief? Tâpwê and the Magic Hat draws on a rich Indigenous tradition of storytelling and features: A memorable cast of characters from both imagination and legend. A glossary and pronunciation guide of Cree words used in the book. A note to parents and teachers from Buffy Sainte-Marie about trickster stories. An important message for young readers about being yourself, and learning to dance to the beat of your own heart. Features black and white illustrations throughout.

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"Beautiful, poignant and poetic. This story will weave its way into the hearts and minds of readers for generations." —Monique Gray Smith, author of My Heart Fills With Happiness From beloved Indigenous icon Buffy Sainte-Marie comes a chapter book inspired by oral histories and traditions. On a prairie reserve, Tâpwê receives a mysterious gift from Kokhom (grandma)—and finds himself on an unforgettable adventure. Tâpwê can’t wait to spend a week with his cousins on the other side of the Cree reserve—especially since Kokhom, his grandma, has given him the most amazing gift: a Magic Hat with bluebirds and grass snakes that come to life! Tâpwê is so excited that he soon forgets Kokhom’s advice: Watch out for tricksters! Tâpwê’s adventure is everything he imagined. He meets his cousins, takes part in a powwow, and sleeps in a tipi. But soon he’s reminded of Kokhom’s words. Is his new friend Wâpos leading him astray with mischief? Tâpwê and the Magic Hat draws on a rich Indigenous tradition of storytelling and features: A memorable cast of characters from both imagination and legend. A glossary and pronunciation guide of Cree words used in the book. A note to parents and teachers from Buffy Sainte-Marie about trickster stories. An important message for young readers about being yourself, and learning to dance to the beat of your own heart. Features black and white illustrations throughout.

"Heimdal" ist sowohl ein Aufbruch als auch eine Rückbesinnung auf die Wurzeln, die vor über drei Jahrzehnten in den turbulenten Anfängen der norwegischen Black Metal-Szene geschmiedet wurden. Auf dem neuen Album finden sich Hommagen an die prägenden Einflüsse von Enslaved, von belebenden, deutschen Thrash-Riffs bis hin zum treibenden Backbeat von Led Zeppelin. Der Titel "Heimdal" stammt von dem wohl mysteriösesten Wesen der nordischen Mythologie. Am bekanntesten als Torwächter zwischen den neun nordischen Reichen, ist er eine Quelle ständiger Spekulationen, da Gelehrte weiterhin neue Interpretationen seiner Herkunft und seines Zwecks anbieten. "Heimdal" ist eine Reflexion zurückgelegter Wege, ein Versprechen eines Neuanfangs und ein Übergangsritus zwischen diesen beiden und damit ein Album für alle Zeiten. Limitiertes CD-Digipak (inkl. Bonus Track ) + Blu-ray ("Live from The Otherworldly Big Band Experience"). Das Album enthält den psychedelischen Track 'Caravans To The Outer Worlds' von der gleichnamigen EP aus dem letzten Jahr. Die Bonusversion des Albums enthält einen zusätzlichen Track, "Gangandi", sowie eine Blu-Ray-Kopie des atemberaubenden Streaming-Events "Otherworldly Big Band Experience" aus dem Jahr 2021 - dem bisher kühnsten Projekt der Band, das gemeinsam mit der norwegischen Prog-Band Shaman Elephant durchgeführt wurde. Die kaleidoskopische Bühnenshow bietet eine herausragende Setlist, die ENSLAVEDs Karriere sowohl in der Vergangenheit als auch in der Gegenwart abdeckt. Tracklist CD: 1. Behind The Mirror 2. Congelia 3. Forest Dweller 4. Kingdom 5. The Eternal Sea 6. Caravans To The Outer Worlds 7. Gangandi (Bonus Track) 8. Heimdal Tracklist BluRay - "Live from The Otherworldly Big Band Experience": 1. Ruun II - The Epitaph 2. Bounded by Allegiance 3. Sequence 4. Caravans to the Outer Worlds 5. Havenless 6. Slaget I Skogen Bortenfor 7. What Else Is There? (Röyksopp Cover) 8. Hiindsiight

"Heimdal" ist sowohl ein Aufbruch als auch eine Rückbesinnung auf die Wurzeln, die vor über drei Jahrzehnten in den turbulenten Anfängen der norwegischen Black Metal-Szene geschmiedet wurden. Auf dem neuen Album finden sich Hommagen an die prägenden Einflüsse von Enslaved, von belebenden, deutschen Thrash-Riffs bis hin zum treibenden Backbeat von Led Zeppelin. Der Titel "Heimdal" stammt von dem wohl mysteriösesten Wesen der nordischen Mythologie. Am bekanntesten als Torwächter zwischen den neun nordischen Reichen, ist er eine Quelle ständiger Spekulationen, da Gelehrte weiterhin neue Interpretationen seiner Herkunft und seines Zwecks anbieten. "Heimdal" ist eine Reflexion zurückgelegter Wege, ein Versprechen eines Neuanfangs und ein Übergangsritus zwischen diesen beiden und damit ein Album für alle Zeiten. Limitiertes CD-Digipak (inkl. Bonus Track ) + Blu-ray ("Live from The Otherworldly Big Band Experience"). Das Album enthält den psychedelischen Track 'Caravans To The Outer Worlds' von der gleichnamigen EP aus dem letzten Jahr. Die Bonusversion des Albums enthält einen zusätzlichen Track, "Gangandi", sowie eine Blu-Ray-Kopie des atemberaubenden Streaming-Events "Otherworldly Big Band Experience" aus dem Jahr 2021 - dem bisher kühnsten Projekt der Band, das gemeinsam mit der norwegischen Prog-Band Shaman Elephant durchgeführt wurde. Die kaleidoskopische Bühnenshow bietet eine herausragende Setlist, die ENSLAVEDs Karriere sowohl in der Vergangenheit als auch in der Gegenwart abdeckt. Tracklist CD: 1. Behind The Mirror 2. Congelia 3. Forest Dweller 4. Kingdom 5. The Eternal Sea 6. Caravans To The Outer Worlds 7. Gangandi (Bonus Track) 8. Heimdal Tracklist BluRay - "Live from The Otherworldly Big Band Experience": 1. Ruun II - The Epitaph 2. Bounded by Allegiance 3. Sequence 4. Caravans to the Outer Worlds 5. Havenless 6. Slaget I Skogen Bortenfor 7. What Else Is There? (Röyksopp Cover) 8. Hiindsiight

Product dimensions: The sideboard is 120 cm long, 40 cm wide and 180 cm high and offers ample space for use in kitchens, living rooms or working rooms. Generous storage: With several storage compartments. The upper open shelf is ideal for storing small, lightweight containers and food. The separate storage room with acrylic doors offers practical storage for rarely used items. The middle area is open and has a glassware hanging device that is perfect for the presentation of coffee machines, vases, wine glasses, etc. convenient and easy access. High quality materials: The entire cabinet is made of high quality medium density fiberboard. The lower storage compartment has a special waste bin with one-touch opening mechanism – smart living for a cleaner home and more comfort. LED lighting: The open middle area features color-changing LED strips that can be controlled via a mobile app and offer multiple color options. Scan and download the appropriate app to control local music playback based on the intensity and rhythm of the syllables. The lights synchronize with the pace and beat of the music. Aesthetic design: The cabinet is presented in an elegant black finish for restrained elegance. Acrylic doors offer robust durability, while handleless panels retain a minimalist, timeless appeal. The overall retro-inspired and yet vibrant visual effect fits into various furnishing styles and makes it an excellent companion for comfortable living.

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Charts are best viewed on a tablet. Picking up where Liar's Poker left off (literally, in the bond dealer's desks of Salomon Brothers) the story of Long-Term Capital Management is of a group of elite investors who believed they could beat the market and, like alchemists, create limitless wealth for themselves and their partners. Founded by John Meriweather, a notoriously confident bond dealer, along with two Nobel prize winners and a floor of Wall Street's brightest and best, Long-Term Captial Management was from the beginning hailed as a new gold standard in investing. It was to be the hedge fund to end all other hedge funds: a discreet private investment club limited to those rich enough to pony up millions. It became the banks' own favourite fund and from its inception achieved a run of dizzyingly spectacular returns. New investors barged each other aside to get their investment money into LTCM's hands. But as competitors began to mimic Meriweather's fund, he altered strategy to maintain the fund's performance, leveraging capital with credit on a scale not fully understood and never seen before. When the markets in Indonesia, South America and Russia crashed in 1998 LCTM's investments crashed with them and mountainous debts accumulated. The fund was in melt-down, and threatening to bring down into its trillion-dollar black hole a host of financial instiutions from New York to Switzerland. It's a tale of vivid characters, overwheening ambition, and perilous drama told, in Roger Lowenstein's hands, with brilliant style and panache.

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Picking up where Liar's Poker left off (literally, in the bond dealer's desks of Salomon Brothers) the story of Long-Term Capital Management is of a group of elite investors who believed they could beat the market and, like alchemists, create limitless wealth for themselves and their partners. Founded by John Meriweather, a notoriously confident bond dealer, along with two Nobel prize winners and a floor of Wall Street's brightest and best, Long-Term Captial Management was from the beginning hailed as a new gold standard in investing. It was to be the hedge fund to end all other hedge funds: a discreet private investment club limited to those rich enough to pony up millions. It became the banks' own favourite fund and from its inception achieved a run of dizzyingly spectacular returns. New investors barged each other aside to get their investment money into LTCM's hands. But as competitors began to mimic Meriweather's fund, he altered strategy to maintain the fund's performance, leveraging capital with credit on a scale not fully understood and never seen before. When the markets in Indonesia, South America and Russia crashed in 1998 LCTM's investments crashed with them and mountainous debts accumulated. The fund was in melt-down, and threatening to bring down into its trillion-dollar black hole a host of financial instiutions from New York to Switzerland. It's a tale of vivid characters, overwheening ambition, and perilous drama told, in Roger Lowenstein's hands, with brilliant style and panache.

Picking up where Liar's Poker left off (literally, in the bond dealer's desks of Salomon Brothers) the story of Long-Term Capital Management is of a group of elite investors who believed they could beat the market and, like alchemists, create limitless wealth for themselves and their partners. Founded by John Meriweather, a notoriously confident bond dealer, along with two Nobel prize winners and a floor of Wall Street's brightest and best, Long-Term Captial Management was from the beginning hailed as a new gold standard in investing. It was to be the hedge fund to end all other hedge funds: a discreet private investment club limited to those rich enough to pony up millions. It became the banks' own favourite fund and from its inception achieved a run of dizzyingly spectacular returns. New investors barged each other aside to get their investment money into LTCM's hands. But as competitors began to mimic Meriweather's fund, he altered strategy to maintain the fund's performance, leveraging capital with credit on a scale not fully understood and never seen before. When the markets in Indonesia, South America and Russia crashed in 1998 LCTM's investments crashed with them and mountainous debts accumulated. The fund was in melt-down, and threatening to bring down into its trillion-dollar black hole a host of financial instiutions from New York to Switzerland. It's a tale of vivid characters, overwheening ambition, and perilous drama told, in Roger Lowenstein's hands, with brilliant style and panache.

According to Yankee historians Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forrest was a vicious redneck who detested blacks, beat his slaves, refused to fight alongside African-Americans, killed black Union soldiers on sight, committed a racist massacre at the Battle of Fort Pillow, and founded and led the Ku Klux Klan in an attempt to rid the South of blacks. Actually, the opposite is true. But Liberals, anti-South writers, and pro-North educators have done their best to make sure you never find out. Now all of that's changed! In his illuminating book Nathan Bedford Forrest and African-Americans: Yankee Myth, Confederate Fact, award-winning author, Forrest scholar, and unreconstructed Southern historian Colonel Lochlainn Seabrook reveals the facts about the great Confederate chieftain that have been suppressed for 150 years, debunking these and other Yankee myths that were long ago invented in order to taint Forrest's reputation, demean the South, and hide the truth about Lincoln's War from the public. Colonel Seabrook's generously illustrated, clearly written work examines the five primary myths associated with Forrest and African-Americans, from the General's alleged racism and his treatment of slaves, to his attitude toward black Confederates and his real relationship with the original KKK. The reader will learn, for example, that Forrest, while possessed of the characteristic European-American values and views of his day, was far from the monstrous bigot portrayed in our history books, and that he was, as he himself put it, "a friend of the colored race," one who treated his slaves with respect and humanity, freed them long before Lincoln's fake and illegal Emancipation Proclamation, enlisted 45 of them in his cavalry, and hand-picked seven to be his personal armed guards. Of his loyal and brave African-American soldiers Forrest publicly said: "These boys stayed with me for the entire war. Better Confederates did not live." We also learn that there was no "racist massacre" at the Battle of Fort Pillow, that Forrest was neither the founder or the Grand Wizard of the original KKK - or what the author calls the "Reconstruction KKK" (1865-1869), that it was not a racist organization but rather a Conservative, pro-Constitution, anti-carpetbag group with no connection to the modern KKK (founded in 1915), and that thousands of African-Americans not only supported it and even assisted it, there was also an all-black Ku Klux Klan in Nashville, Tennessee. This one-of-a-kind book, Colonel Seabrook's ninth (of 12) on the General, blows the lid off the Yankee myths about Nathan Bedford Forrest and African-Americans. Includes an index, bibliography, reference notes, and a comprehensive appendices section. Though brief, this heavily researched study is a powerful educational tool that will forever alter the way you look at Forrest, Lincoln's War, and the South. Destined to become a Southern classic. Available in paperback and hardcover. Neo-Victorian scholar Lochlainn Seabrook, whose literary works range from astronomy to zoology, is one of the most prolific and popular writer-historians in the world today. A descendant of the families of Alexander H. Stephens, John S. Mosby, Edmund W. Rucker, and William Giles Harding, he is known by literary critics as the "new Shelby Foote" and the "American Robert Graves," and by his fans as the "Voice of the Traditional South." The Sons of Confederate Veterans member is a Kentucky Colonel, a recipient of the prestigious Jefferson Davis Historical Gold Medal, and currently the author and editor of 100 educationally enlightening books. Col. Seabrook has a 45-year background in American and Southern history, and is the author of the international blockbuster Everything You Were Taught About the Civil War is Wrong, Ask a Southerner!

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