Adieus to Achievers


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This book presents a series of mini biographies of famous achievers who contributed uniquely and per- suasively to American culture in films, politics, news broadcasting, sports, entertainment, law enforcement and education. Included are such luminaries as Paul Newman, Paul Harvey, Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson, Walter Cronkite, Edward M. Kennedy, Merlin Olsen, Fess Parker, Jaime Escalente, John Forsythe, Darl F. Gates, Lena Horne, Dennis Hopper, John R. Wooden, Robert C. Byrd and George M. Steinbrenner. Each stellar celebrity made unique contributions in their respective fields of endeavor that withstand the test of time.







My Generation of Achievers


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Greeks in America during the latter half of the twentieth century had a mission to establish themselves as valuable contributors to society. Hundreds of them achieved success, building businesses, communities, and relationships that still stand today. Journalist Stacy Diacou documented their achievements in her social columns for Chicagos Greek Press newspaper, and My Generation of Achievers is a compilation of her writings. Beginning in 1969, Diacou showed how these brave souls left their homeland and jumped over the hurdles of language barriers, joblessness, and empty pockets to create a better world for their children in the United States of America. Diacou profiles specific, treasured individuals in Chicago and reveals how they moved through society with grace and perseverance. Her columns document the fashion of the time, social gatherings, and the inner workings of Chicagos Greek American community up until 1996. From luncheons and history lectures to celebrity sightings and church youth groups, Diacou captures a snapshot in time of one of Americas most successful immigrant groups. Fun, insightful, and entertaining, My Generation of Achievers opens the door to a fascinating aspect of Greek-American history.




The Story of an Achiever


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Neelakant hails from a poor family of four from Chennai. His father Sivam, worked in the office of railways there. Neelakant had to suffer in his college days in a case of drugs foisted on him, by a narcotic dealer. After graduation he worked as a clerk in a shop. Due to the strange circumstances he came across, he marries the girl he loved and moves to Delhi. Neelakant determines to become rich and avenge the society for his wrong involvement in the drug charges. He himself enters drugs trade and becomes rich in a short time. Having realized the adverse effects of the drugs trade on public, he changes course to real estate business. He helps people by his social welfare activities. With his amassed earnings he contributes to a political party and in course of time, gets elected to the assembly by his mass following. Later, he becomes a Member of Parliament. He helps his brother Sreekant to start business at Chennai. Sreekant participates in civil society movements of Anna Hazaare and raises awareness inthe public against corruption and political misdeeds at Chennai. Later he too enters politics and starts his own political party. The novel showcases many incidents of adventure, romance and political intrigues, to satisfy imagination of the readers.




The 5AM Club


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Legendary leadership and elite performance expert Robin Sharma introduced The 5am Club concept over twenty years ago, based on a revolutionary morning routine that has helped his clients maximize their productivity, activate their best health and bulletproof their serenity in this age of overwhelming complexity. Now, in this life-changing book, handcrafted by the author over a rigorous four-year period, you will discover the early-rising habit that has helped so many accomplish epic results while upgrading their happiness, helpfulness and feelings of aliveness. Through an enchanting—and often amusing—story about two struggling strangers who meet an eccentric tycoon who becomes their secret mentor, The 5am Club will walk you through: How great geniuses, business titans and the world’s wisest people start their mornings to produce astonishing achievements A little-known formula you can use instantly to wake up early feeling inspired, focused and flooded with a fiery drive to get the most out of each day A step-by-step method to protect the quietest hours of daybreak so you have time for exercise, self-renewal and personal growth A neuroscience-based practice proven to help make it easy to rise while most people are sleeping, giving you precious time for yourself to think, express your creativity and begin the day peacefully instead of being rushed “Insider-only” tactics to defend your gifts, talents and dreams against digital distraction and trivial diversions so you enjoy fortune, influence and a magnificent impact on the world Part manifesto for mastery, part playbook for genius-grade productivity and part companion for a life lived beautifully, The 5am Club is a work that will transform your life. Forever.







Mathematical Circles Adieu


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The Greatest You


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Writing from deep, been-there experience, college football standout-turned NFL dropout Trent Shelton takes you on a journey to become the best hope-filled version of yourself. Trent Shelton seemed to have it all together–until everything fell apart. A college football standout, his NFL dreams died when he was cut from multiple teams. With no job and no prospects, learning he had a child on the way and numbing himself with whatever he could find, Trent then found out one of his closest friends had killed himself. Life seemed without hope–until Trent discovered the secret to finding promise in the darkest of times. And now he shares that secret with you. Sharing his revolutionary toolkit for transforming your life and reaching your goals, in The Greatest You, Trent will help you become everything you are meant to be; face the reality of your circumstances and realize your purpose in life; break free from toxic environments and forgive those who've harmed you; and learn how to guard yourself against the pitfalls of life. Weaving together personal stories from his own life and from others who have also gone through hard times, Trent reveals how you can bring out the best in yourself and establish a happier, more fulfilled future for generations to come.




Dr. William Salter


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Rev. William Salter, D.D., 1821-1910


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"Published works by Dr. Salter": pages 64-66 at end