The Red Scare, Ufos & Elvis


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The baby boomer generation (19461964) grew up in a time of dramatic social change. Their experiences in the Cold War were very different from those of their parents. While adults perceived communism as a threat to the American way of lifeto their health and well-being and those of their familiestheir children learned to fear the loss of a future they could grow into and inhabit. These kids of the atomic age wondered if they might be the last children on earth. They were raised on civil defense films, tales of nuclear annihilation, and a world taken over by communism. America had entered the atomic age. Flying saucers were big news, communism appeared rampant, a war in Korea erupted, teens turned to murderers, and there was fear the world might end. It was also a time of transition. Rock n roll entered the scene, space flight became a reality, and the public learned not to blindly accept what the government told them, especially when it came to atomic radiation and waste.




Ranching


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Describes what is involved in raising beef cattle and how ranchers feed, care for, transport, and sell their livestock.




Ag in the Classroom Notes


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Scare Tactics


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Scare Tactics identifies an important but overlooked tradition of supernatural writing by American women. Jeffrey Weinstock analyzes this tradition as an essentially feminist attempt to imagine alternatives to a world of limited possibilities. In the process, he recovers the lives and works of authors who were important during their lifetimes and in the development of the American literary tradition, but who are not recognized today for their contributions. Between the end of the Civil War and roughly 1930, hundreds of uncanny tales were published by women in the periodical press and in books. These include stories by familiar figures such as Edith Wharton, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Charlotte Perkins Gilman, as well as by authors almost wholly unknown to twenty-first-century readers, such as Josephine Dodge Bacon, Alice Brown, Emma Frances Dawson, and Harriet Prescott Spofford. Focusing on this tradition of female writing offers a corrective to the prevailing belief within American literary scholarship that the uncanny tale, exemplified by the literary productions of Irving, Poe, and Hawthorne, was displaced after the Civil War by literary realism. Beyond the simple existence of an unacknowledged tradition of uncanny literature by women, Scare Tactics makes a strong case that this body of literature should be read as a specifically feminist literary tradition. Especially intriguing, Weinstock demonstrates, is that women authors repeatedly used Gothic conventions to express discontentment with circumscribed roles for women creating types of political intervention connected to the broader sphere of women's rights activism. Paying attention to these overlooked authors helps us better understand not only the literary marketplace of their time, but also more familiar American Gothicists from Edgar Allan Poe to Shirley Jackson to Stephen King.




The Satanism Scare


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Although there is growing concern over Satanism as a threat to American life, the topic has received surprisingly little serious attention. Recognizing this, the editors of this volume have selected papers from a wide variety of disciplines, broadly covering contemporary aspects of Satanism from the vantage points of studies in folklore, cults, religion, deviance, rock music, rumor, and the mass media.All contributors are skeptical of claims that a large, powerful satanic conspiracy can be substantiated. Their research focuses instead on claims about Satanism and on the question of whose interests are served by such claims. Several papers consider the impact of anti-Satanism campaigns on public opinion, law enforcement and civil litigation, child protection services, and other sectors of American society.The constructionist perspective adopted by the editors does not deny the existence of some activities by 'real' Satanists, and two papers describe the workins of satanic groups. Whatever the basis of the claims examined and analyzed, there is growing evidence that belief in the satanic menace will have real social consequences in the years ahead.




Fresh-Start Ranch


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After seeing Tessa Grant calm his storm-spooked horse, Ethan McClure is impressed. But does the new vet have what it takes to prove her mettle with Ethan's local horse-rescue group? Ethan can't deny her healing touch with animals...or her powerful effect on this rancher. But Tessa is busy trying to get her footing after leaving Kentucky to start over in this mountain town. When she learns a family secret that turns her world upside down, Tessa's ready to push everyone away. Unless Ethan can help her embrace forgiveness--and forge a path to her heart along the way.




The Rancher Risks It All


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She’s on the run… On a storm-ravaged night, Texas rancher Truitt Tremayne is trying to make it home before the road floods. Years ago he lost his parents, fiancée and youngest brother in a flash flood on the same country road, so it seems like déjà vu when he nearly hits a stranded car with a beautiful woman and her sister trapped inside. Annie Sims and her sister Jessie are running from their past. She’s headed to San Antonio where they can disappear, but bad luck follows them. With her funds depleted and her car useless, Truitt’s offer of a temporary sanctuary with no questions asked seems too good to be true. Soon Annie finds herself falling under the spell of the kind, silent rancher. But can she let her guard down and still keep her sister safe, or is she courting more danger? Truitt knows Annie has a secret. He wants her trust, but can he give his heart to another woman after he’s already lost so much?




The Boy Ranchers in Camp


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"The Boy Ranchers in Camp" is an exciting addition to the thrilling "Boy Ranchers" series by Willard F. Baker. In this action-packed adventure, Chip, Ted, and Dick, the intrepid young ranchers, find themselves embarking on a summer camp adventure that is filled with unexpected challenges and surprising discoveries. When the boys are invited to spend their summer at Camp Ranger, a renowned camp for young outdoorsmen, they eagerly accept the opportunity to hone their skills and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the wilderness. Little do they know that their idyllic summer getaway will soon become the backdrop for a series of thrilling escapades." As the boys settle into camp life, they quickly befriend fellow campers and engage in a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and archery. However, their peaceful camp experience is soon disrupted when they stumble upon a hidden treasure map that leads to a long-lost treasure rumored to be buried somewhere in the surrounding woods. With their adventurous spirits ignited, Chip, Ted, and Dick embark on a quest to uncover the treasure, facing rugged terrains, wild animals, and unexpected obstacles along the way. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they must rely on their wit, teamwork, and survival skills to outsmart cunning adversaries and unravel the secrets of the past. "The Boy Ranchers in Camp" is a thrilling tale that combines elements of adventure, mystery, and friendship. Through their thrilling escapades and heart-pounding encounters, Chip, Ted, and Dick not only discover the true meaning of teamwork and resilience but also learn important lessons about loyalty, friendship, and the power of determination. This captivating story takes readers on a journey through the enchanting world of summer camp, where the bonds of friendship are forged, and the spirit of adventure is celebrated. Young readers will be captivated by the boys' courage, resourcefulness, and unwavering determination as they navigate the challenges of the wilderness and unravel the secrets of the hidden treasure."




Dave Porter at Star Ranch


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The Boy Ranchers on the Trail; Or, The Diamond X After Cattle Rustlers


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"The Boy Ranchers on the Trail; Or, The Diamond X After Cattle Rustlers" is a Western novel for children written by Willard F. Baker. Part of "The Boy Ranchers" series, it is set on a cattle ranch in the Old American West and follows the exploits of a young boy with a penchant for detective work. A fantastic example of classic Western fiction, "The Boy Ranchers on the Trail" is highly recommended for all lovers of the genre. Other novels by this author include: "Bob Dexter And The Beacon Beach Mystery" (1925), "Bob Dexter And The Aeroplane Mystery" (1930), and "The Boy Ranchers On The Trail" (1921). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of Western fiction. This book was first published in 1921.