Myths and Mysteries of Wisconsin

Myths and Mysteries of Wisconsin

Author: Michael Bie

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2012-07-03

Total Pages: 203

ISBN-13: 0762794410

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Fourteen Mind-Boggling Tales from the Badger State Was Joe Davis, Civil War veteran and Menominee Indian, really the son of Confederate president Jefferson Davis? What really happened the night that banker H. C. Mead was murdered inside the Exchange Bank of Waupaca? Did a flying saucer really land in Joe Simonton’s yard, and did the aliens aboard ask for a jug of water and serve him pancakes? From pirate ships to pancakes from outer space, Myths and Mysteries of Wisconsin makes history fun and pulls back the curtain on some of the state’s most fascinating and compelling stories.


The Briefcase

The Briefcase

Author: Norman L. Chapa

Publisher: Fulton Books, Inc.

Published: 2022-02-24

Total Pages: 247

ISBN-13: 1638601399

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Laughton Donnell Fairchild, Donnie, is a family man, a decorated war veteran, and he wants his past to remain where it belongs. He is CEO of Fairchild Interests Ltd., the rising star of the high-tech industry world, but his jealous joint venture partner, David Street, a mathematical genius, wants to literally destroy him and steal some long-lost enigmatic documents Donnie has. Mercenaries hired by David fail to kill Donnie and his wife, so on a fateful day two years later, David tries again, this time using a renowned assassin who also wants personal revenge against Donnie. A murderous consortium which is led by a corrupt, power-hungry politician wants to nationalize Donnie's company to get exclusive control over those documents for herself. Blinded by hubris, lust for revenge, and greed, these formidable enemies act with impunity and will use anyone and anything to achieve their goals. To the rescue comes Alessandra Gabrielle, Alexa, the extraordinarily gifted granddaughter, who decides to take matters into her own hands, innocently believing that giving up those documents could actually save the family. Unfortunately, her actions bring her grandfather's and her life to the point of death. When Donnie is wounded and exposed, Alexa transforms from mere college freshman into a deliverer of instant justice. Now they must make a final stand to protect and preserve the family and its legacy. With so much at risk, Donnie knows even his deadly talents fall short. He hatches an intricate plan that requires putting Alexa at the forefront, but it's not enough. He knows she can't do this alone. Enter three people whose own redemption came at the hands of Donnie. Three people he once wanted to kill


The Headless Horseman

The Headless Horseman

Author: Mayne Reid

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.

Published: 2013-02-08

Total Pages: 521

ISBN-13: 1620874687

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Set in nineteenth-century Texas, The Headless Horseman tells the story of Louise Poindexter, who is a newcomer to town. Courted by Cassius Calhoun and Maurice Gerald, Louise finds that her life takes a turn when her brother, Henry Poindexter, is found murdered. The tale twists further when it is reported that a headless horseman has been seen on the Poindexter plantation. In this classic tale, Mayne Reid takes readers on an incredible journey to discover the killer of Henry Poindexter and solve the mystery of the Headless Horseman.