King Rex and the Cowboy Mafia
King Rex and the Cowboy Mafia

Author: Phil Hamman

Publisher: Histria Books

Published: 2024-11-26

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 1961689731

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When four people turn up dead at the bottom of a Florida sinkhole, New York DEA Agent Fred Boff has no idea it will launch him into a tangled web of illicit operations spanning from Florida to Texas. The victims had stumbled onto a clandestine marijuana delivery, and with the help of Panama City jailbird Ronnie Ray, Boff connects the dots in a complex trail of smugglers, planes, boats, and drug dealers to wealthy businessman Rex Cauble, a man beloved by law enforcement and a pillar of the community. Boff and his colorful team of agents become determined to stop the flow of drug money and marijuana from one of the biggest drug operations in U.S. history and to bring down Cauble's sprawling drug ring run by kingpins known as the "Cowboy Mafia". But as evidence piles up, questions emerge. Is the folksy millionaire truly the criminal mastermind he seems? In the end, it's up to Boff and his team to determine if they're implicating an innocent, prominent businessman or skillfully unveiling the secret leader of the largest drug trafficking operation in 1970s America. This true crime thriller offers readers an exclusive glimpse inside the world of elite drug runners and the gritty work of dedicated DEA agents. With captivating real-life characters, high-stakes action, and shocking twists, it's an adrenaline-fueled roller coaster exposing the dark underbelly hiding beneath wealth and power.

Gitchie Girl
Gitchie Girl

Author: Phil Hamman

Publisher: eLectio Publishing

Published: 2016-01-12

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 163213201X

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A terrified voice cried out in the night. “Who are you? What do you want? The sound of snapping twigs closed in on the five teenagers enjoying an evening around a glowing campfire at Gitchie Manitou State Park. The night of music and laughter had taken a dark turn. Evil loomed just beyond the tree line, and before the night was over, one of the Midwest’s most horrific mass murders had left its bloodstains spewed across the campsite. One managed to survive and would come to be known as the “Gitchie Girl.” Harrowing memories of the terrifying crime sent her spiraling out of control, and she grasped at every avenue to rebuild her life. Can one man, a rescue dog, and a glimmer of faith salvage a broken soul? This true story will touch your heart and leave you cheering that good can prevail over the depravity of mankind. Through extensive research, interviews, and personal insight, the authors bring a riveting look at the heinous crime that shook the Midwest in the early 1970s. Written from rare, inside interviews with the lone survivor, who broke nearly four decades of silence, this shocking yet moving story will not soon be forgotten.

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - 175+ Western Novels & Short Stories in One Edition
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - 175+ Western Novels & Short Stories in One Edition

Author: Mark Twain

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-27

Total Pages: 15304

ISBN-13:

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The anthology 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - 175+ Western Novels & Short Stories in One Edition' presents an unparalleled compilation, showcasing the vast landscapes of the American West through the prism of over forty authors eyes. This diverse collection spans the spectrum from the gritty realism of pioneer life to the mythic valorization of the cowboy ethos, exploring themes of adventure, lawlessness, and the human struggle against natural elements. The variegated literary styles, including the refined prose of Twain, the rugged simplicity of London, and the narrative ingenuity of Harte, underscore the multifaceted nature of Western storytelling. These stories capture the spirit of an era, offering readers a mosaic of courageous heroes, nefarious outlaws, and spirited pioneers navigating the rugged terrains of life in Western America. The backgrounds of the contributing authors encompass a broad spectrum of American literature, from the well-known figures such as Mark Twain and Jack London to less visible but equally significant writers like William Patterson White and Marah Ellis Ryan. Collectively, they represent a formidable assembly weaving together the historical, cultural, and literary movements of their time. Each contributes a unique voice to the exploration of the Western frontier, reflecting their personal experiences, imaginations, and the zeitgeist of the late 19th to early 20th centuries. This confluence of diverse perspectives provides a rich, nuanced understanding of the Western genre, inviting readers to ponder the complexities of frontier life and the enduring appeal of Western narratives. 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - 175+ Western Novels & Short Stories in One Edition' is an essential anthology for readers seeking to immerse themselves in the expansive world of Western literature. It offers a unique opportunity to traverse the wide-ranging landscapes of human emotion and adventure, curated through the lenses of masters in the genre. This collection is a treasure trove for students, scholars, and aficionados of American literature and history, promising a deeper appreciation of the Western ethos and its impact on American cultural identity. It beckons readers to explore the myriad of stories that paint a vivid tableau of the American West, a testament to the enduring legacy of its narratives.

Be Bad Now
Be Bad Now

Author: Hock Hochheim

Publisher:

Published: 2020-07

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9781647349387

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In the 1980's a recession stampedes Texas. The oil industry dries up, laying high rollers low and sending the entire state of Texas into a tornado-like downspin. Northern mobsters invade these cracks in the Lone Star State. Their schemes: corruption, loan sharking, gambling, extortion, drug and human trafficking, and murder for hire.

The Cornbread Mafia
The Cornbread Mafia

Author: James Higdon

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2019-05-01

Total Pages: 425

ISBN-13: 1493038508

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In the summer of 1987, Johnny Boone set out to grow and harvest one of the greatest outdoor marijuana crops in modern times. In doing so, he set into motion a series of events that defined him and his associates as the largest homegrown marijuana syndicate in American history, also known as the Cornbread Mafia. Author James Higdon—whose relationship with Johnny Boone, currently a federal fugitive, made him the first journalist subpoenaed under the Obama administration—takes readers back to the 1970s and ’80s and the clash between federal and local law enforcement and a band of Kentucky farmers with moonshine and pride in their bloodlines. By 1989 the task force assigned to take down men like Johnny Boone had arrested sixty-nine men and one woman from busts on twenty-nine farms in ten states, and seized two hundred tons of pot. Of the seventy individuals arrested, zero talked. How it all went down is a tale of Mafia-style storylines emanating from the Bluegrass State, and populated by Vietnam veterans and weed-loving characters caught up in Tarantino-level violence and heart-breaking altruism. Accompanied by a soundtrack of rock-and-roll and rhythm-and-blues, this work of dogged investigative journalism and history is told by Higdon in action-packed, colorful and riveting detail.

Crimes Committed by Terrorist Groups
Crimes Committed by Terrorist Groups

Author: Mark S. Hamm

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1437929591

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This is a print on demand edition of a hard to find publication. Examines terrorists¿ involvement in a variety of crimes ranging from motor vehicle violations, immigration fraud, and mfg. illegal firearms to counterfeiting, armed bank robbery, and smuggling weapons of mass destruction. There are 3 parts: (1) Compares the criminality of internat. jihad groups with domestic right-wing groups. (2) Six case studies of crimes includes trial transcripts, official reports, previous scholarship, and interviews with law enforce. officials and former terrorists are used to explore skills that made crimes possible; or events and lack of skill that the prevented crimes. Includes brief bio. of the terrorists along with descriptions of their org., strategies, and plots. (3) Analysis of the themes in closing arguments of the transcripts in Part 2. Illus.

Prelude to the Past
Prelude to the Past

Author: Rosie efenberg

Publisher: Histria Books

Published: 2022-07-01

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 159211122X

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Prelude to the Past is the remarkable story of a young Jewish girl growing up in Germany during the years leading up to the First World War. She experienced adulthood during the tumultuous years between the two World Wars, becoming one of the most important journalistic figures of the period. This tumultuous era comes to life through the eyes of a powerful, passionate, strong, yet vulnerable Jewish woman who not only recorded the events of the era but also helped to shape them.With an introduction by Dr. Ernest H. Latham, Jr., the foremost scholar on the life and work of Rosie Gr&äefenberg, aka R.G. Waldeck, Prelude to the Past is a must-read for anyone interested in European society in the years preceding Hitler's domination of Europe.