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Books with author Mike Henderson

  • History Brief: Oklahoma History: A Condensed History of the Sooner State

    Jake Henderson

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, April 20, 2016)
    Reading Through History is pleased to present “History Brief: Oklahoma History”. This short volume is loaded with information relating to the major figures and events in Oklahoma History from the earliest days of exploration, all the way into the space age. Topics include, but are not limited to, the Five Civilized Tribes, the Trail of Tears, the Civil War in Indian Territory, the land run, the Green Corn Rebellion, the Tulsa Race Riot, the Dust Bowl, oil booms and busts, and the Oklahoma City Bombing. There is also a focus on major figures of Oklahoma’s past such as Sequoyah, John Ross, Elias Boudinot, Stand Watie, Jim Thorpe, Frank Phillips, “Alfalfa” Bill Murray, Will Rogers, Wiley Post, Woody Guthrie, and many, many more. Anyone interested in learning more about this great state will find something to hold their interest. This book would be a great resource for any student needing help with Oklahoma History, a teacher needing to brush up on the basic, a traveler who might be preparing to visit Oklahoma, or any fan of history just looking for a quick read.
  • Landmark Supreme Court Decisions

    Jake Henderson

    language (Reading Through History, March 10, 2017)
    Reading Through History is pleased to present: Landmark Supreme Court Cases. It includes 150 pages of the most the most significant Supreme Court judgements in United States history. Whether you’re searching for cases related to Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion, or civil rights, this is a go-to resource for anyone in need of an introduction to “the highest court in the land.” This is sure to be a perfect fit for anyone wanting to brush up on the basics of notable Supreme Court decisions. Court cases include: Marbury v. Madison, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. the Board of Education, Tinker v. Des Moines, Miranda v. Arizona, Roe v. Wade and many, many more! There is also an introductory unit which focuses on the procedures and history of the United States Supreme Court. This is not intended for those doing in-depth research. It is merely introductory information for those wishing to familiarize themselves with famous Supreme Court cases, or those needing a brush up on the basics.
  • Halloween: A Condensed History of a Spooky Holiday

    Jake Henderson

    language (Reading Through History, July 20, 2016)
    History Brief: HalloweenReading Through History is proud to present this volume of History Brief which will help you gain a quick understanding of the history of Halloween.Have you ever wondered about where this holiday came from? Maybe you have recently found yourself interested in vampires or werewolves? Want to learn about bats or spiders? Perhaps you just want to know more about the holiday’s traditions?History Brief: Halloween has everything you need to know!In this quick read you will learn about the following exciting topics:The Origins of Halloween Trick-or-Treating Vampires, Werewolves, Ghosts, and Witches Bats, Spiders, and Black Cats Halloween Activity Suggestions and Safety Tips and much, much more! Whether you’re interested in Halloween holiday, spooky legends, or creepy animals, History Brief: Halloween is bound to fulfill your needs.Everything you need to know is one click away! Grab Your Copy Today!
  • The New Amsterdam: The Biography of a Broadway Theater

    Mary Henderson

    Hardcover (Disney Editions, Oct. 10, 1997)
    From its construction in 1903 to its renovation and reopening in the fall of 1997, readers can explore its long and opulent history of New York City's landmark New Amsterdam Theatre in the pages of this unique guide to an artistic icon.
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  • Zombie Apocalypse: The Zombie Survival Guide

    Mike Anderson

    eBook (J. J. Fast Publishing, LLC, July 16, 2013)
    The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Yourself From ZombiesYou will discover everything about zombie survival by reading “Zombie Apocalypse: Your Manual For Survival Against the Undead, Flesh Eaters, and the Walking Dead” right now. Mike Anderson teaches YOU how to kill zombies. Learn everything you need to survive the worst outbreak:* Discover the gruesome facts about zombie behavior: how they hunt, and how they kill * Fire is a great way to exterminate a zombie, right? WRONG: it’s one of the worst ways. Do THIS instead… * How many people should be in the ideal zombie survival group? * What’s the best household tool to grab when zombies attack? (HINT: it’s not a chainsaw…) * Learn the ONE and only martial art that is effective against zombies* Know the six WORST places to be during a zombie outbreak? (This could save your life!)Get all this vital information and more in “Zombie Apocalypse: Your Manual For Survival Against the Undead, Flesh Eaters, and the Walking Dead.” Buy this book, download it instantly and start preparing for the zombie invasion... before the price goes up! (The discount will DIE soon...)
  • Roaring Twenties: A Condensed History of the 1920s in America

    Jake Henderson

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, June 19, 2016)
    History Brief: Roaring TwentiesReading Through History is proud to present this volume of History Brief which will help you gain a quick understanding of the history of the 1920s in America!Perhaps you need a quick brush up on Prohibition for a US history class? Maybe you have recently found yourself interested in flappers, or the Harlem Renaissance? Are you taking a course in 20th Century American History? Perhaps you are preparing to teach a US History course?History Brief: Roaring Twenties has everything you need to know!In this quick read you will gain a solid understanding of the following:The Prohibition Era Isolationism Tea Pot Dome and other political scandals Flappers and the Changing American Culture The Harlem Renaissance and much, much more! If you are in need of a solid introduction to the subject matter or are merely seeking to brush up on historic events, History Brief: Roaring Twenties is bound to fulfill your needs.Everything you need to know is one click away! Grab Your Copy Today!
  • Holidays: & Other Related Topics

    Jake Henderson

    eBook (Reading Through History, Feb. 28, 2019)
    History Brief: HolidaysReading Through History is proud to present this volume of History Brief which will help you gain a quick understanding of the origins and traditions associated with most holidays.Have you ever wanted to know more about New Years’ Day or Valentine’s Day? Maybe you have recently found yourself interested in St. Patrick’s Day or Easter? Ever wanted to learn about the origins of Mothers Day or Fathers Day? Perhaps you just want to know more about Thanksgiving?History Brief: Holidays has everything you need to know! (Important note: This volume does NOT include Halloween or Christmas. For those two holidays, see our History Brief books which are specifically about those holidays).In this quick read you will learn about the following exciting topics:Valentine’s Day St. Patrick’s Day Veterans Day and Memorial DayEasterFlag Day, Independence Day, and Constitution Day and much, much more! Whether you’re interested in Passover or Kwanzaa, History Brief: Holidays is bound to fulfill your needs.Everything you need to know is one click away! Grab Your Copy Today!
  • The American Colonies

    Jake Henderson

    language (Reading Through History, Jan. 24, 2019)
    History Brief: The American ColoniesReading Through History is proud to present this volume of History Brief which will help you gain a quick understanding of the colonial period of American history.Have you ever wanted to know more about the settlement at Jamestown or Captain John Smith? Maybe you have recently found yourself interested in the Puritans of Massachusetts? Ever wanted to learn about the Salem Witch Trials or Cotton Mather? Perhaps you just want to know more about daily life in the colonies?History Brief: The American Colonies has everything you need to know!In this quick read you will learn about the following exciting topics:Jamestown John Smith, John Rolfe, and Pocahontas The Pilgrims, Plymouth, and Massachusetts Bay Daily life in the colonies Squanto, Cotton Mather, Jonathan Edwards, and Benjamin Franklin and much, much more! Whether you’re interested in the Middle Passage and Triangular Trade or Bacon’s Rebellion, History Brief: The American Colonies is bound to fulfill your needs.Everything you need to know is one click away! Grab Your Copy Today!
  • Out of Control Confessions of an NFL Casualties Thomas "Hollywood"

    Henderson

    Paperback (Pocket, Nov. 15, 1990)
    The former Dallas Cowboys star looks at the world of pro football and reveals how he became involved with drugs, lost his self-respect, and eventually won it back
  • The 90s & 2000s

    Jake Henderson

    eBook (Reading Through History, Feb. 21, 2019)
    History Brief: The 90s & 2000sReading Through History is proud to present this volume of History Brief which will help you gain a quick understanding of two important decades in American history.Have you ever wanted to know more about Bill Clinton or George W. Bush? Maybe you have recently found yourself interested in the Battle of Mogadishu or the Branch Davidians? Ever wanted to learn about the Oklahoma City Bombing or the War on Terror? Perhaps you just want to know more about the Obama administration?History Brief: The 90s and 2000s has everything you need to know!In this quick read you will learn about the following exciting topics:The Clinton Administration The George W. Bush administration The Internet and World Wide Web Daily life in the 90s and 00s The War on Terror, Afghanistan, and Iraq and much, much more! Whether you’re interested in the end of the Yugoslav Wars or Hurricane Katrina, History Brief: The 90s & 2000s is bound to fulfill your needs.Everything you need to know is one click away! Grab Your Copy Today!
  • The Sword Maker and the New Apprentice

    Milton Henderson

    eBook (Milton Henderson, March 12, 2016)
    This is the last book of the series. Rochelle has become the Queen and she is running her kingdom along with Tonka. Sunshay finally finds love and experiences what life will be like away from the family. Osloe continues to get ill and Everyone spends a lot of time helping make his days happy. The kingdom comes under attack again and other kingdoms seek help from Rochester, even the Queen of London. This book continues to show what faith and high moral living can accomplish in peoples lives.
  • Cold War

    Jake Henderson

    eBook (Reading Through History, March 2, 2019)
    History Brief: The Cold WarReading Through History is proud to present this volume of History Brief which will help you gain a quick understanding of the origins of and major events associated with the Cold War.Have you ever wanted a basic understanding of communism or the Soviet Union? Maybe you have recently found yourself interested in the Truman Doctrine or need to know what the Berlin Airlift was? Ever wanted to learn about fallout shelters or civil defense efforts? Perhaps you just want to know more about some of the major figures of the Cold War era?History Brief: The Cold War has everything you need to know! (Important note: This volume is only intended to be an introduction to these topics, if you are in need of detailed information, this is probably not for you).In this quick read you will learn about the following exciting topics:Cold War Spies The Red Scare Civil Defense at home and schoolFallout SheltersNikita Khrushchev, John Kennedy, and Fidel Castro and much, much more! Whether you’re interested in the Berlin Wall or the Cuban Missile Crisis, History Brief: The Cold War is bound to fulfill your needs.Everything you need to know is one click away! Grab Your Copy Today!