Michael Pendreich è alle prese con l'allestimento di una mostra di fotografie dedicata al padre Angus, famoso fotografo morto da pochi anni. Mentre cerca di dare un ordine alle immagini, Michael si interroga. Quale storia vuole rappresentare raccogliendo queste foto? Quella del padre, la propria, o quella della Scozia? O quella degli individui catturati nel corso degli anni dalla lente del suo celebre genitore? Il vagabondo senza casa che colleziona ciottoli; il veterano di guerra e il bottegaio asiatico che lottano per migliorare le condizioni di vita delle proprie famiglie; il deputato con una passione segreta, e la sorella che lo odia e cerca di rovinarlo; l'agente dei servizi segreti tradito dai colleghi; le numerose figure femminili alle prese con un mondo maschile fatto di soprusi. Sull'onda di queste storie, James Robertson costruisce un viaggio penetrante nel cuore di un Paese dalle grandi speranze e dai sogni infranti, dai compromessi privati e dai segreti insondabili, mescola il personale e il politico, e spazza via la polvere e la sporcizia dai primi anni '50 post-bellici fino al 2008, per rivelare un ricco arazzo di vicende umane dal valore universale.

Returning to the turbulent days of a nation divided, best-selling author and acclaimed historian James Robertson explores 70 fascinating figures who shaped America during Reconstruction and beyond. Relentless politicians, intrepid fighters, cunning innovators—the times called for bold moves, and this resilient generation would not disappoint. From William Tecumseh Sherman, a fierce leader who would revolutionize modern warfare, to Thomas Nast, whose undefeatable weapon was his stirring cartoons, these are the people who weathered the turmoil to see a nation reborn. Following these extraordinary legends from the battle lines to the White House, from budding metropolises to the wooly west, we re-discover the foundation of this great country.

Judith Brockenbrough McGuire's Diary of a Southern Refugee during the War is among the first of such works published after the Civil War. Although it is one of the most-quoted memoirs by a Confederate woman, James I. Robertson's edition is the first to present vital details not given in the original text. His meticulous annotations furnish references for poems and quotations, supply the names of individuals whom McGuire identifies by their initials alone, and provide an in-depth account of McGuire's extraordinary life.

Throughout the war years, McGuire made poignant entries in her diary. She wrote incisive commentaries on society, ruminated on past glories, and detailed her hardships. Her entries are a highly personal, highly revealing mixture of family activities; military reports and rumors; conditions behind the battle lines; and her observations on life, faith, and the future. In providing illuminating background and references that significantly enhance the text, Robertson's edition adds considerably to our understanding of this important work.

A picture book that is written by the author of The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child. Following the huge success of these two titles in their Scots language versions, it is suitable for Scottish mums, dads and bairns.

Introduction to Fire Prevention, Eighth Edition, presents a broad-based look at fire prevention, including arson suppression, fire safety education, and code enforcement. For information on teaching and learning resources available with this text, please contact your Brady representative.

Teaching and Learning Experience:

• Meets the FESHE curriculum learning objectives and includes color photographs, key terms, and a list of objectives for each chapter
• Provides strong coverage of fire prevention history, along with the latest information on fire prevention research, statistics, and more