In a bold reinterpretation of history, Ike's Gamble shows how the 1956 Suez Crisis taught President Eisenhower that Israel, not Egypt, would have to be America's ally in the region. In 1956 President Nasser of Egypt moved to take possession of the Suez Canal, bringing the Middle East to the brink of war. Distinguished Middle East expert Michael Doran shows how Nasser played the United States, invoking America's opposition to European colonialism to his own benefit. At the same time Nasser made weapons deals with the USSR and destabilized other Arab countries that the United States had been courting. In time, Eisenhower would realize that Nasser had duped him and that the Arab countries were too fractious to anchor America's interests in the Middle East. Affording deep insight into Eisenhower and his foreign policy, this fascinating and provocative history provides a rich new understanding of the tangled path by which the United States became the power broker in the Middle East. -- Back cover.

What happens when your unborn children are in mortal danger? Lord Cuthbert 'Cuddy' Trenton is carrying twins, but as well as the perils of childbirth, the omega contends with a palace awash with gossip about the two babies being a sign of evil. No one is safe, and Cuddy's mate, Viscount Henry Caldwell, plans to take his family and escape the court after the birth. Queen Eleanor, Cuddy's sister, forbids them to leave, and sets up a battle of wills between a queen and her alpha brother-in-law. But they cannot depart until the little ones are born. Neither the omega nor the alpha is prepared for the anguish of birthing two babies, and Cuddy's life is in danger as a drunken midwife prepares to bring their children into the world. Despite his misgivings, Henry chooses to stay by the omega's side as their little ones make an entrance. And what an entrance it is! This is a 6000-word short, which continues the story begun in The Omega’s Gamble,The Omega’s Wagerand The Omega’s Pledge.

BREAKING THE RULES IS WHAT OMEGAS DO BEST Moving to Timberwolf Lodge didn't shake up Stephanie Nix's life much. She's content to spend time with her best friend and sister while keeping an eye out for any mystical truths hidden in plain sight. Werewolves? Not surprising. Falling in love? That'll require more than a touch of magic. Enter Blue Carter, the eccentric Omega of the Jasper wolf pack. With his bright clothes and irreverent ways, something about Blue captivates Stephanie. After four months together, she wonders if there might be something more than friendship brewing. From the moment they met, Blue sensed a possible bond with Stephanie. But untangling the complexities of mating with a human Omega isn’t easy, even for a patient wolf. Add in storms, rivals, and the return of an evil nemesis—this time even Blue might be in over his head. When the fate of Timberwolf Lodge is tossed into their laps, Steph and Blue will need to dig deep to find a way out. No worries—they’ll make it up as they go. -- Keywords: Canadian Author, paranormal, alpha hero, werewolf, fated mates For readers who enjoy Carrie Ann Ryan, Lauren Dane, Eve Langlais, Jennifer Ashley, and Cynthia Eden.

Can you ever escape your past? Lord Cuthbert ‘Cuddy’ Trenton and his alpha mate, Viscount Henry Caldwell, say goodbye to palace intrigue, and with their newborn twins and two loyal servants, start a new life. They enjoy a comfortable existence, though their temporary home is not as luxurious as their previous accommodation. Cuddy is haunted by nightmares of strangers kidnapping the twins, but he convinces himself he is being foolish and focuses on re-establishing intimacy with Henry. But one night, the pair receive unexpected visitors, and their lives are thrown into turmoil once more. This is a 5000-word short. It continues the story begun in The Omega’s Gamble, The Omega’s Wager, The Omega’s Pledgeand The Omega’s Halloween.

Will Lord Trenton’s family ever be reunited? As Lord Cuddy Trenton and his alpha mate, Viscount Henry Caldwell, await their fate, the omega questions Henry’s past. The viscount is reluctant to divulge his secrets and relies on subterfuge to divert his mate’s attention. But when a stranger appears bearing a king’s bounty, Henry moves the extended family to his estate. This brings up more concerns for the omega, but he ignores them as he fears for his brother and sister’s safety. And when Henry finally reveals what he’s been hiding, it threatens his and Cuddy’s relationship—perhaps forever.

Can you ever escape your past? Saint Valentine’s Day is for lovers, but for one omega who lost his alpha mate in a tragic accident, it’s full of painful memories. When Lord Cuthbert ‘Cuddy’ Trenton attends a gathering of alphas and omegas, he meets Viscount Henry Caldwell, an alpha who has traveled the world and prides himself on never being tied down or tamed. Lord Trenton believes he will never mate again, but fate has other plans when it places him and Henry together. Their meeting puts in motion a chain of events, which is set against a backdrop of political turmoil, and the omega’s family is at the center. But legends passed down through the centuries single out Lord Trenton and leave him and Viscount Caldwell unsure of what lies ahead. And Henry has been hiding a secret, one which threatens his and Cuddy’s relationship—perhaps forever. The six short stories in this bundle are: The Omega’s Gamble The Omega’s Wager The Omega’s Pledge The Omega’s Halloween The Omega’s Harvest Festival The Omega’s Christmas Eve

America has gone Hamilton crazy. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony-winning musical has spawned sold-out performances, a triple platinum cast album, and a score so catchy that it is being used to teach U.S. history in classrooms across the country. But just how historically accurate is Hamilton? And how is the show itself making history? Historians on Hamilton brings together a collection of top scholars to explain the Hamilton phenomenon and explore what it might mean for our understanding of America’s history. The contributors examine what the musical got right, what it got wrong, and why it matters. Does Hamilton’s hip-hop take on the Founding Fathers misrepresent our nation’s past, or does it offer a bold positive vision for our nation’s future? Can a musical so unabashedly contemporary and deliberately anachronistic still communicate historical truths about American culture and politics? And is Hamilton as revolutionary as its creators and many commentators claim? Perfect for students, teachers, theatre fans, hip-hop heads, and history buffs alike, these short and lively essays examine why Hamilton became an Obama-era sensation and consider its continued relevance in the age of Trump. Whether you are a fan or a skeptic, you will come away from this collection with a new appreciation for the meaning and importance of the Hamilton phenomenon.