A beautiful young Quaker woman brings Ethan Randolph home to the family plantation after his imprisonment and torture by the British Navy, and Ethan begins to recover and fall in love with his lovely savior, Judith Mercer. 10,000 first printing.

“Lucy is a 3.2-million-year-old skeleton who has become the spokeswoman for human evolution. She is perhaps the best known and most studied fossil hominid of the twentieth century, the benchmark by which other discoveries of human ancestors are judged.”–From Lucy’s Legacy In his New York Times bestseller, Lucy: The Beginnings of Humankind, renowned paleoanthropologist Donald Johanson told the incredible story of his discovery of a partial female skeleton that revolutionized the study of human origins. Lucy literally changed our understanding of our world and who we come from. Since that dramatic find in 1974, there has been heated debate and–most important–more groundbreaking discoveries that have further transformed our understanding of when and how humans evolved. In Lucy’s Legacy, Johanson takes readers on a fascinating tour of the last three decades of study–the most exciting period of paleoanthropologic investigation thus far. In that time, Johanson and his colleagues have uncovered a total of 363 specimens of Australopithecus afarensis (Lucy’s species, a transitional creature between apes and humans), spanning 400,000 years. As a result, we now have a unique fossil record of one branch of our family tree–that family being humanity–a tree that is believed to date back a staggering 7 million years. Focusing on dramatic new fossil finds and breakthrough advances in DNA research, Johanson provides the latest answers that post-Lucy paleoanthropologists are finding to questions such as: How did Homo sapiens evolve? When and where did our species originate? What separates hominids from the apes? What was the nature of Neandertal and modern human encounters? What mysteries about human evolution remain to be solved? Donald Johanson is a passionate guide on an extraordinary journey from the ancient landscape of Hadar, Ethiopia–where Lucy was unearthed and where many other exciting fossil discoveries have since been made–to a seaside cave in South Africa that once sheltered early members of our own species, and many other significant sites. Thirty-five years after Lucy, Johanson continues to enthusiastically probe the origins of our species and what it means to be human.

"Delve into the extraordinary life of Joyce Randolph, a trailblazing icon whose journey transcends the golden age of television. From her iconic role as Trixie Norton on 'The Honeymooners' to the untold stories behind the scenes, this biography unveils the captivating details of a woman who shattered norms and left an indelible mark on entertainment history. Explore the highs and lows, the triumphs and challenges that defined her career, and gain exclusive insights into the private world of a beloved actress. Immerse yourself in the magic of Joyce's legacy, beautifully crafted in this compelling biography that celebrates her resilience, talent, and undeniable charm. As you turn each page, you'll find yourself captivated by the untold stories and inspired by the strength that propelled Joyce Randolph to greatness. Don't miss the chance to own this definitive account of a Hollywood legend - purchase your copy now and embark on an unforgettable journey through the life of Joyce Randolph."

William Ward and George Soule arrived in America in the early 1600's. Eventually, in 1849, their family lines merged with the marriage of Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl. This is not a family with a glorious past, filled with famous people. Instead, it is and was composed of ordinary human beings who tended, overall, to work hard and live good lives . The families that descended from the 1849 marriage, especially two of its lines, had more than their share of tragedies, including horrendous deaths and even a few murders. The author's research and analysis of the findings helped clarify and, in some cases, correct family lore that, like the telephone game, led to distortions or erroneous stories through the years. In 1858, Randolph and Persis Ward moved from Attica, Wyoming County, NY, to Montague, Muskegon County, MI, with their three oldest children: Solon, John Marian, and Anson. There, three additional children were born: Dennis, Morris, and Mary Lucretia (Grace to the family). The marriage of Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl was not happy, nor did it endure. Their divorce in November 1865 was only the second to come before the Chancery (Circuit) Court in Muskegon County. Divorce at that time was both rare and shocking, and this divorce was no exception. Its ramifications affected their six children, the last of whom was born after the divorce, as well as the next generations. Their descendants suffered more than its share of tragedies, including divorce (before they were common), drownings, fatal fires, disease, premature deaths of parents, a train accident, and, yes, even a few murders. Today, only a few descendants live in Muskegon County; the rest have scattered throughout Michigan, Florida, the Midwest, and the East and West coasts; none could be found in Wyoming County, NY. But today, in spite of these heartbreaks, their descendants number well into the hundreds, partly due to advances in medicine, better worker safety, improved fire prevention, and other advances in the 20th and 21st Centuries. The largest portion of the book is about the generations that lived between 1849 and 1949, simply because more material and pictures are available for these generations then those that preceded them and because documents for the period after 1949 are not available, either because they have not been released (detailed information from Federal census reports are not released until 72 years after enumeration) or because the data concerning living generations is too sensitive, particularly in terms of today's identity theft concerns. However, where provided, there are pictures and information about the current generations. The size of the book necessitated publishing it in two volumes. The Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl Legacy, Volume I, follows the Ward and Soule histories from their arrival in America and continues through the lives of the six children of Persis and Randolph. It also includes the stories about the descendants of the five younger children: John M., Anson, Dennis, Morris, and Mary L. (Grace). The Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl Legacy, Volume II, tells about the descendants of Solon Ward, including the lines that merged into the family, such as the Stones, Nichols, and Mongeaus.

Divorce is at once a widespread reality and a painful decision, so it is no surprise that this landmark study of its long-term effects should both spark debate and find a large audience. In this compelling, thought-provoking book, Judith Wallerstein explains that, while children do learn to cope with divorce, it in fact takes its greatest toll in adulthood, when the sons and daughters of divorced parents embark on romantic relationships of their own. Wallerstein sensitively illustrates how children of divorce often feel that their relationships are doomed, seek to avoid conflict, and fear commitment. Failure in their loving relationships often seems to them preordained, even when things are going smoothly. As Wallerstein checks in on the adults she first encountered as youngsters more than twenty-five years ago, she finds that their experiences mesh with those of the millions of other children of divorce, who will find themselves on every page. With more than 100,000 copies in print, The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce spent three weeks on the New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, and Denver Post bestseller lists. The book was also featured on two episodes of Oprah as well as on the front cover of Time and the New York Times Book Review.

Governments and researchers from industrial countries have been measuring science and technology for more than seventy years. This book provides an historical examination of official science and technology statistics and indicators in Western countries and addresses the following questions: What were the main historical moments that led to the development of statistics on science and technology? What were the main socio-political stakes behind the activities of science measurement? What were the philosophical and ideological conceptions that drove measurement? What statistics and indicators were developed and how were they constructed? The first part of the book concentrates on the construction and development of science and technology statistics from 1930 to the present, the principles at work, and the vested interests and forces behind that construction. The second part analyzes to what uses statistics were put, and with how much confidence actors used statistics to document their case or to promote their political agenda.

Nellie Y. McKay (1930–2006) was a pivotal figure in contemporary American letters. The author of several books, McKay is best known for coediting the canon-making with Henry Louis Gates Jr., which helped secure a place for the scholarly study of Black writing that had been ignored by white academia. However, there is more to McKay's life and legacy than her literary scholarship. After her passing, new details about McKay's life emerged, surprising everyone who knew her. Why did McKay choose to hide so many details of her past? Shanna Greene Benjamin examines McKay's path through the professoriate to learn about the strategies, sacrifices, and successes of contemporary Black women in the American academy. Benjamin shows that McKay's secrecy was a necessary tactic that a Black, working-class woman had to employ to succeed in the white-dominated space of the American English department. Using extensive archives and personal correspondence, Benjamin brings together McKay’s private life and public work to expand how we think about Black literary history and the place of Black women in American culture.

William Ward and George Soule arrived in America in the early 1600's. Eventually, in 1849, their family lines merged with the marriage of Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl. This is not a family with a glorious past, filled with famous people. Instead, it is and was composed of ordinary human beings who tended, overall, to work hard and live good lives . The families that descended from the 1849 marriage, especially two of its lines, had more than their share of tragedies, including horrendous deaths and even a few murders. The author's research and analysis of the findings helped clarify and, in some cases, correct family lore that, like the telephone game, led to distortions or erroneous stories through the years. In 1858, Randolph and Persis Ward moved from Attica, Wyoming County, NY, to Montague, Muskegon County, MI, with their three oldest children: Solon, John Marian, and Anson. There, three additional children were born: Dennis, Morris, and Mary Lucretia (Grace to the family). The marriage of Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl was not happy, nor did it endure. Their divorce in November 1865 was only the second to come before the Chancery (Circuit) Court in Muskegon County. Divorce at that time was both rare and shocking, and this divorce was no exception. Its ramifications affected their six children, the last of whom was born after the divorce, as well as the next generations. Their descendants suffered more than its share of tragedies, including divorce (before they were common), drownings, fatal fires, disease, premature deaths of parents, a train accident, and, yes, even a few murders. Today, only a few descendants live in Muskegon County; the rest have scattered throughout Michigan, Florida, the Midwest, and the East and West coasts; none could be found in Wyoming County, NY. But today, in spite of these heartbreaks, their descendants number well into the hundreds, partly due to advances in medicine, better worker safety, improved fire prevention, and other advances in the 20th and 21st Centuries. The largest portion of the book is about the generations that lived between 1849 and 1949, simply because more material and pictures are available for these generations then those that preceded them and because documents for the period after 1949 are not available, either because they have not been released (detailed information from Federal census reports are not released until 72 years after enumeration) or because the data concerning living generations is too sensitive, particularly in terms of today's identity theft concerns. However, where provided, there are pictures and information about the current generations. The size of the book necessitated publishing it in two volumes. The Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl Legacy, Volume I, follows the Ward and Soule histories from their arrival in America and continues through the lives of the six children of Persis and Randolph. It also includes the stories about the descendants of the five younger children: John M., Anson, Dennis, Morris, and Mary L. (Grace). The Randolph Ward and Persis Sowl Legacy, Volume II, tells about the descendants of Solon Ward, including the lines that merged into the family, such as the Stones, Nichols, and Mongeaus.

Many conservatives want to know: Where did the Right go wrong? Justin Raimondo provides the answer in this captivating narrative. Raimondo shows how the noninterventionist Old Right - which included half-forgotten giants and prophets such as Senator Robert A. Taft, Garet Garrett, and Colonel Robert McCormick - was supplanted in influence by a Right that made its peace with bigger government at home and "perpetual war for perpetual peace" abroad. First published in 1993, Reclaiming the American Right is as timely as ever. This new edition includes commentary by Pat Buchanan, political scientist George W. Carey, Chronicles executive editor Scott Richert, and the Ludwig von Mises Institute's David Gordon.