Books with author Charles Allen

The Raj was, for two hundred years, the jewel in the British imperial crown. Although founded on military expansionism and undoubted exploitation, it developed over the centuries into what has been called 'benign autocracy' - the government of many by few, with the active collaboration of most Indians in recognition of a desire for the advancement of their country. Charles Allen's classic oral history of the period that marked the end of British rule was first published a generation ago. Now reissued as the imperial century closes, this brilliantly insightful and bestselling collection of reminiscences illustrates the unique experience of British India: the sadness and luxury for some; the joy and deprivation for others.

The Raj was, for two hundred years, the jewel in the British imperial crown. Although founded on military expansionism and undoubted exploitation, it developed over the centuries into what has been called 'benign autocracy' - the government of many by few, with the active collaboration of most Indians in recognition of a desire for the advancement of their country.Charles Allen's classic oral history of the period that marked the end of British rule was first published a generation ago. Now reissued as the imperial century closes, this brilliantly insightful and bestselling collection of reminiscences illustrates the unique experience of British India: the sadness and luxury for some; the joy and deprivation for others.

The story of David Crockett stands apart from all others in our history—a nebulous collection of traditions about a great array of facts. To the unnumbered thousands to whom his name is familiar he is often as unreal as the hero of a medieval romance or of Scandinavian mythology. This book will follow his history with close attention to dates, and without recognition of the impossible legends of many writers. This book is a further chronicle of the many doings of "Davy" in the East and in the new Southwest. The reader will be held spell-bound by his exploits as an Indian fighter, bear hunter, statesman and defender of the Alamo. And besides this, "Davy" has a way with him that compels the love and admiration of everybody. This book is a fascinating escape into a stirring time in United States history. Written on about a sixth grade level, it can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. It is hoped that this unpretentious volume may help to a better understanding of the life and motives of a man whose footsteps went into no dark places, and who died an honor to his countrymen—a hero sans peur et sans reproche.

Our Miniature Editions "TM" collection continues to grow! Since 1989, when our first minis appeared, Running Press has offered an astonishing range of subjects, sure to find a place in any booklover's library! Visit the golf course for nine holes, head to the kitchen with the Silver Palate chefs, travel to the heavens above, or rediscover the wonders of nature in your own backyard.

I wrote this book to motivate, encourage, and inspire the youth. Most of our habits start at a young age, they should be molded early. This book was created to reinforce your child's mind, as well as, your mind into speaking positive thoughts into existence and becoming your highest inner being. I came across the practice of "I AM" affirmations and wanted to share it with the world.

"Gunpowder was cash to Davy Crockett. Much of his life he lived by his rifle, hunting and trapping. And in the end, at the famous battle of Alamo, he died pierced by many bullets. He ran away from home at the age of thirteen and made his way from Tennessee to Maryland, where he saw the Yankee clipper ships come in the harbor at Baltimore, and almost became a sailor. He fought many desperate battles with the Indians and became, so famous throughout the State of Tennessee that he was elected to the Legislature. A colonel in the State Militia, he answered the call for men of Texas struggling for freedom and became one of the names blazoned in its hall of fame. No boy should miss the story of this daring pioneer who helped open the West in its wildest and most exciting days. . . . . It is hoped that this unpretentious volume may help to a better understanding of the life and motives of a man whose footsteps went into no dark places, and who died an honor to his race and his countrymen — a hero sans peur et sans reproche."