Charles King Books

"The Reinvention of Humanity tells the story of a small circle of renegade scientist-explorers who changed something profound: what it means to be normal. In the early twentieth century, these pioneering anthropologists, many of them women, made intrepid journeys that overturned our assumptions about race, sexuality, gender and the nature of human diversity, paving the way for the civil rights movements that followed and sparking a debate that continues to this day. From the Arctic to the South Pacific, from Haiti to Japan, they immersed themselves in distant or isolated communities, where they observed and documented radically different approaches to love and child-rearing, family structure and the relationship between women and men. With this evidence they were able to challenge the eras scientific consensus and deep-rooted Western belief that intelligence, ability and character are determined by a persons race or sex, and show that the roles people play in society are shaped in fact according to the immense variety of human cultures. Theirs were boundary-breaking lives, filled with scandal, romance, rivalry and tragedy. Those of Margaret Mead and her essential partner Ruth Benedict resulted in fame and notoriety. Those of Native American activist Ella Deloria and the African-American writer and ethnographer Zora Neale Hurston ended in poverty and obscurity; here their achievements are brought fully into the light for the first time. All were outsiders, including the controversial founder of their field, the wild-haired professor, German immigrant and revolutionary thinker, Franz Boas. The Reinvention of Humanity takes us on their globe-spanning adventures and shows how, together, these courageous and unconventional people created the moral universe we inhabit today."-- Book jacket

"A ... group portrait of Franz Boas, the founder of cultural anthropology, and his circle of women scientists, who upended American notions of race, gender, and sexuality in the 1920s and 1930s--a ... chronicle of how our society began to question the basic ways we understand other cultures and ourselves"--Publisher's description

*THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER* *WINNER OF THE FRANCIS PARKMAN PRIZE 2020* *FINALIST FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS 2019* The riveting story of the pioneers who redefined conceptions of 'normality' in the early twentieth century. Under the guiding eye of cultural anthropologist Franz Boas, these scientist-explorers - most of them women - made intrepid journeys into far-flung communities all over the world, where they documented radically different social approaches that overturned Western assumptions about human diversity and challenged the era's scientific consensus. Here, the boundary-breaking lives and achievements of Margaret Mead, Ruth Benedict, Ella Deloria and Zora Neale Hurston are brought fully into light for the first time, showing how their trailblazing discoveries helped shape the moral universe we inhabit today.

The inspiration for the Netflix series premiering March 3rd "Hugely enjoyable, magnificently researched, and deeply absorbing." —Jason Goodwin, New York Times Book Review At midnight, December 31, 1925, citizens of the newly proclaimed Turkish Republic celebrated the New Year. For the first time ever, they had agreed to use a nationally unified calendar and clock. Yet in Istanbul—an ancient crossroads and Turkey's largest city—people were looking toward an uncertain future. Never purely Turkish, Istanbul was home to generations of Greeks, Armenians, and Jews, as well as Muslims. It welcomed White Russian nobles ousted by the Russian Revolution, Bolshevik assassins on the trail of the exiled Leon Trotsky, German professors, British diplomats, and American entrepreneurs—a multicultural panoply of performers and poets, do-gooders and ne’er-do-wells. During the Second World War, thousands of Jews fleeing occupied Europe found passage through Istanbul, some with the help of the future Pope John XXIII. At the Pera Palace, Istanbul's most luxurious hotel, so many spies mingled in the lobby that the manager posted a sign asking them to relinquish their seats to paying guests. In beguiling prose and rich character portraits, Charles King brings to life a remarkable era when a storied city stumbled into the modern world and reshaped the meaning of cosmopolitanism.

Set against the backdrop of the Apache War, this classical narrative follows Tonio, a character intricately woven into the fabric of this historical conflict. The story explores themes of bravery, cultural clash, and survival, reflecting the broader significance of the era. Alpha Editions has republished this work in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability, preserving its legacy for both present and future generations.

An accomplished soldier and writer, Charles King graduated from West Point in 1866 and served in the Indian Wars, where he was wounded, leading to his retirement as a captain. His connections included Buffalo Bill Cody, for whom he wrote silent film scripts. King's literary contributions exceed 60 works, including novels like Campaigning with Crook and Fort Frayne, as well as a notable biography of Ulysses S. Grant. His diverse experiences in the military and writing reflect a rich legacy in American history and literature.

An accomplished soldier and writer, Charles King graduated from West Point and served during the Indian Wars, where he was wounded at the Battle of Sunset Pass. His military career included a stint in the Wisconsin National Guard, where he rose to Adjutant General. King's literary contributions encompass over 60 works, including novels and biographies, with notable titles such as Campaigning with Crook and The true Ulysses S. Grant. His connections with figures like Buffalo Bill Cody also led him to write scripts for silent films.

The book presents a significant historical narrative from the Canteen Crusade, highlighting the experiences of soldiers during this pivotal time. It has been meticulously reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability, making it accessible for contemporary readers. Alpha Editions aims to preserve this classical work for future generations, emphasizing its enduring importance in human history through modern presentation techniques.

The book highlights the life of Charles King, an American soldier and prolific writer who graduated from West Point and served in the Indian Wars. After being wounded in battle, he transitioned to writing, producing over 60 works, including novels and biographies. His connection with figures like Buffalo Bill Cody, for whom he wrote silent film scripts, showcases his diverse talents. King's notable contributions include "Campaigning with Crook" and "The true Ulysses S. Grant," reflecting his deep engagement with military history and storytelling.

An accomplished American soldier and writer, Charles King had a notable military career, serving in the Indian Wars and retiring as a captain after sustaining injuries. His interactions with Buffalo Bill Cody led to scriptwriting for silent films. King's literary contributions include over 60 works, encompassing novels and biographies, with significant titles like Campaigning with Crook and The True Ulysses S. Grant. His experiences and insights from both military service and the American West deeply influenced his writing.