Focusing on military history, this comprehensive volume details every significant battle of the Roman Republic from 480 to 31 BC, along with many minor engagements. It provides concise descriptions of each conflict, offering insights into the strategies, outcomes, and historical context of Rome's military endeavors. This catalog serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolution of Roman warfare and its impact on the Republic's expansion and legacy.
The narrative recounts over thirty years in the transportation industry, beginning as a taxi driver during a transit strike and evolving to driving massive Long Combination Vehicles. The author shares experiences from travels across the lower forty-eight states and various Canadian provinces, excluding Newfoundland. The collection includes a mix of humorous and tragic stories, each leaving a significant impact on the author, providing a rich tapestry of life on the road.
It's just a few years after WWII. A time when the radio reigned supreme for home entertainment. If the radio wasn't turned on, enjoyment or leisure activities were often invented. Join eleven-year-old Dean Tyler, his best friend Jo, his colourful family, and a long list of friends as they learn to cherish the memories because change is in the air.
Catalogues and gives a brief description of every significant battle (and most insignificant ones too) known to have been fought by the Roman Republic.
Catalogues and gives a brief description of every significant battle (and most insignificant ones too) known to have been fought by the Roman Emperors.
Set in a convent renowned for its girls' orchestra led by Vivaldi, the play explores the lives of three young orphaned girls as they prepare to face the challenges of the commercial world. With a strong emphasis on female roles, it combines rich comedy with powerful drama, showcasing the experiences of the sisters who care for the orphans. The large cast includes 13 women and 9 men, highlighting the diverse dynamics and relationships within this unique setting.
The narrative centers on Jerome Mitchell, a college professor in Charlotte, NC, entangled in a complex relationship with Yolanda Walker and Bernard Fox. This triangle explores themes of narcissism, obsession, and passion, revealing the emotional turmoil and conflicts that arise among the three characters. As their lives intertwine, the story delves into the intricacies of love and desire, showcasing how personal ambitions and deep-seated emotions can lead to unexpected consequences.
When Chrysler introduced the 350 and 361 “B” series of engines in 1958, they launched a legacy of performance that sparked the muscle car war of the sixties and early seventies. Within a few years, these engines evolved into the famed 426 Hemi, 413 Max Wedge and 440 Six-Pack. Dubbed “elephant motors” by enthusiasts, racers, and hot rodders alike, these big-blocks ruled the streets in Barracudas, Challengers, Furys, and Chargers. They were also used in a wide variety of other Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth cars and trucks. How to Rebuild Big-Block Mopar Engines is a comprehensive hands-on guide to rebuilding these motors to factory specifications. Included are fully illustrated, step-by-step sections that cover the entire engine rebuilding process, from inspection, removal, and disassembly, to machine shop work, reconditioning, assembly, installation, and tune-up. Collectors and restorers who rely on correct casting numbers for authenticity will find the parts identification and interchange information to be invaluable. Written in an easy-to-understand and easy-to-follow format, this is an essential resource needed by any serious Mopar fan.
In this revised edition, learn to make and install complete interiors in your car, truck or van. The author teaches you how to sew like an expert, and avoid costly mistakes. Learn to recover and build bench bucket seats, make headliners and carpets, plus how to build boat seats from scratch. Materials are described with specific recommendations for vinyl, cloth, velvet, leather, Nimbus, panel board, etc. Indispensable for anyone interested in upholstery.
Focusing on the theory and practical aspects of play directing, this book emphasizes the importance of textual interpretation. It provides insights into the creative process behind directing, offering guidance for both novice and experienced directors in understanding and bringing scripts to life on stage.