Books with title War for Independence

Here are the high points in the battles of the American Revolution: John Paul Jones on the sea, the Battle of Saratoga, the Battle of Monmouth, the hit-and-run fighting of Francis "Swamp Fox" Marion, and the Battle of Yorktown. But it also highlights the role women and blacks played in George Washington's military campaigns against the British. This funny, colorful graphic novel will excite reluctant readers, prepare students for standardized tests in history and help homeschooling parents!

A family saga: Christos P, failed mathematician and backgammon wiz, traces the teenage years of his mother Eleni during the dark days of the dictatorship in Greece, and tries to come to grips with Bithro, the Gypsy father that he never knew. His sister, the historian Clio --- spirit of humanity's thirst to understand the past --- harks further back, she tells the story of the beautiful Khryssa and her father Sarantos during the turmoil of the Greek war of independence against the Turks. The narrative moves from the magical bay of Pylos in the Peloponnese to the academic halls of Princeton, from the bazaars of the Middle East to Stasi's East Berlin, from the besieged Tripolitza of 1821 to the dungeons of the dictatorship, weaving a storied contemplation on chance, Greece, and revolution --- three intertwined subjects that are as essential (you can hardly understand the world without them) as they are intractable.The author’s mathematical work often deals with the theory of probability, that is to say, with the subject of chance, an element ubiquitous in our lives and the world, and yet impossible to understand. It is as if our brain refuses to deal properly with chance. This book is, among other things, a storied contemplation of chance. Independence is one of the key concepts in the theory of probability. Two events are independent if you can safely ignore one when dealing with the other. Thank heavens for independence, thinking about the world would be impossible without it. Except that independence is a myth, it can't really exist on a planet with an atmosphere and a global economic system and an Internet. But aren't myths crucial? Much of “Independence” revolves around a whodunit – was Eleni betrayed to her torturers by Bithro, love of her life? – powered by the concept of independence.Ultimately, independence means that every morning can be a new day – as long as we leave behind the burdens of yesterday (dictatorship, Ottoman rule, tortured mother). The only question is, can we?The Greek press on "Independence" (Patakis, Athens, 2012): The co-creator of «Logicomix» is coming back with a concert-like novel about love, history and submachine guns, published by Pataki. Pardon my superlatives, but I must say it: This is the Best Greek Novel of the year. Yes, in capital letters! The buzz is traveling through word of mouth from reader to reader, from circle to circle. Christos H. Papadimitriou, Professor at Harvard, MIT, Stanford and now Berkeley […] accomplishes though "Independence" the impossible: to write a great historical novel within the American tradition, albeit with a narrative of Homeric dimensions, a work of fiction as blue as the sea of Pylos, where the story begins and ends. (Stefanos Tsitsopoulos, Athens Voice)"The dice have no memory," says the narrator of the book Christos P, and in mathematics this is called "independence." "Independence" is also the title of the latest novel by Berkeley Professor Christos Papadimitriou. (Manolis Pimplis, Ta Nea)Moving through multiple levels of space and time, the author manages to integrate the chaotic choices of his heroes […] into an impeccably organized literary order, in which even the tiniest element seems to have been placed precisely in its correct position. A coming of age novel in which politics meets history, while mathematics provides the basis for an intense existential search.(To Vima)

First in a series (entitled Drums of War) of historical novels for youth and young adults designed to teach in an enjoyable way the principles, events, and persons behind America's independence. Independence is set in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1775 when the Royal Governor sent British troops to steal gunpowder form the town's public magazine. The colonists are alerted and the drama builds to a climax as Patrick Henry leads Partiot militiamen toward a dramatic showdown with the British Governor.

First in a series (entitled Drums of War) of historical novels for youth and young adults designed to teach in an enjoyable way the principles, events, and persons behind America's independence. Independence is set in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1775 when the Royal Governor sent British troops to steal gunpowder form the town's public magazine. The colonists are alerted and the drama builds to a climax as Patrick Henry leads Partiot militiamen toward a dramatic showdown with the British Governor.

“An exciting heart-warming tale…which puts the reader in the thick of things…Hesse's characters come alive on the page to tell a story filled with twists and turns.” The Canadian Horse JournalsTwo strong willed women in a world on fire struggle to find common ground. One is a stunning fifteen year-old who is resilient and self-reliant. The other is sixty-five, crippled by arthritis, and determined to bring her fragmented family back together.With two fjord horses, an old Appaloosa, an Irish wolfhound, a rogue wolf, a love struck rancher's son, and the hottest summer on record…What could possibly go wrong?One part adventure, two parts drama, with a little bit of romance thrown in, that is Independence. If you are a fan of Heartland, horses, and adventure, then you’ll enjoy this story.Read it now…also available in audio book for your listening pleasure.Here is what people are saying about Independence:"Independence is a great choice for the horse lover looking to add a little excitement to their reading list.” Canadian Horse Journals“If you love horses, even a little, you'll absolutely love it!”"Independence“ is about family, responsibility and finding yourself.”

In the fourth and final installment of the Significance series, Maggie and Caleb must tie up all the loose ends of their lives and make a way to be together completely on their own. With everything that happened with Bish and Maggie's father, she's almost reluctant to move on and move out. And now she must figure out all of this . . . stuff . . . with Haddock. But of course, nothing can stay simple for the Jacobsons. Enemies who were thought to be dissolved have decided to not go down so easily. And old flames come calling for more than just Maggie. Caleb is torn between leading his family and personal wants. Maggie is torn between Caleb and being the leader of their people. But neither will let what they need most to be pushed to the wayside. They are determined to make it all work, design a plan toward destiny, and make everything right again for themselves and their family. And then there's a wedding . . .

War is brewing amongst the orders, and the Sisterhood has lost its infamous protector to the dark witch. Tough decisions are on the horizon for Natalie, the renowned teen leader who saved the Sisterhood, and is expected by some to do so again. The council, however, bears no respect for Natalie's opinion in choosing a side, or declaring independence: a state that requires more than she is willing to sacrifice.Meanwhile, old flames and foes vie for Natalie's attention as she expresses desires to leave the order altogether. Natalie will need all that she has learned, her natural talents, and more, including new gifts of light bequeathed to her by her mentor. But all will be for naught if she cannot learn to materialize her powers in time. Will she move on from her sisters in what will be seen as an act of betrayal, or will she stay and fight?

Schools no longer teach America's early history in any meaningful way particularly its Christian faith, character, or heart for godly justice and liberty. America languishes as its true story languishes. What we need is a series of inspiring historical novels to restore that history to a new generation of American youth and young adults (of all ages) in an enjoyable, entertaining, and dramatic way and here it is!We are pleased to announce new editions of Peter Reese Doyle's popular Drums of War series of books with new titles coming. Drums of War interweaves the compelling factual story of America's War for Independence with the exciting fictional tale of brave young men and women from two patriotic families. Their participation in the unfolding of history teaches them about honor and liberty, while young love blossoms in the background.Here we present the first book in the series: Independence takes place in 1775 Williamsburg, Virginia. The royal governor sends British troops to steal gunpowder from the town's public magazine. With the colonists alerted, the story climaxes as Patrick Henry leads Patriot militiamen toward a dramatic showdown with the British governor. Once liberty has been challenged, is war inevitable? Experience these events through the lives of two families and their adolescent children.

In the fourth and final installment of the Significance series, Maggie and Caleb must tie up all the loose ends of their lives and make a way to be together completely on their own. With everything that happened with Bish and Maggie's father, she's almost reluctant to move on and move out. And now she must figure out all of this . . . stuff . . . with Haddock. But of course, nothing can stay simple for the Jacobsons. Enemies who were thought to be dissolved have decided to not go down so easily. And old flames come calling for more than just Maggie. Caleb is torn between leading his family and personal wants. Maggie is torn between Caleb and being the leader of their people. But neither will let what they need most to be pushed to the wayside. They are determined to make it all work, design a plan toward destiny, and make everything right again for themselves and their family. And then there's a wedding . . .