"Bigfoot is an instantly recognizable figure. Through the decades, this elusive primate has been featured in movies and books, on coffee mugs, beer koozies, car polish, and CBD oil. Which begs the question: what is it about Bigfoot that's caught hold of our imaginations? Journalist and self-diagnosed skeptic John O'Connor is fascinated by Sasquatch. Curious to learn more, he embarks on a quest through the North American wilds in search of Bigfoot,...

Watergate, our "great national nightmare" in the words of President Gerald Ford, was the most impactful scandal in American-and perhaps world-history. Yet even those who believe they have studied Watergate fully could never understand the purpose of this puzzling burglary of DNC headquarters, with no meaningful information to gain, and Nixon far ahead in the polls. In easily accessible vignettes, “The Mysteries of Watergate” will unpack factual...

Journalist and writer John O'Connor takes listeners on a narrative quest through the American wilds in search of Bigfoot, its myth, and meaning. Inhabited by an eccentric cast of characters-reputable men of science and deluded charlatans alike-the book explores the zany and secretive world of "cryptozoology," tracking Bigfoot from the Wild Men of Native American and European lore to Harry and the Hendersons, while examining the forces behind our ever-widening...

This book contains a collection of poems written by the author over a protracted period. They reflect the authors interests at various times in his life. They sometimes reflect his opinion on political or other matters current at the time of writing. They have particular reference to matters relevant to Australian readers. They reflect not the lifes work but a long time hobby of the author.

Anyone who has ever traveled knows the challenge of language barriers. These are caused by the different languages and dialects across the world. Perhaps the solution to those barriers lies within this book. This is an entry-level text for learning the language of Esperanto. Unlike nearly every other language on Earth, Esperanto is a constructed language, created by Dr. L. L. Zamenhoej in the late 19th century. This book contains not only the...

This book makes a powerful case that film can be as valuable a tool as primary documents for improving our understanding of the causes and consequences of war. Why We Fought: America's Wars in Film and History is a comprehensive look at war films, from depictions of the American Revolution to portrayals of September 11 and its aftermath. The volume contrasts recognized history and historical fiction with the versions appearing on the big screen. The...