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The extraordinary and exciting story of East Germany's first Black police officer.<BR><BR>Samuel Meffire grew up as a Black German in East Germany and, against all odds, became East Germany's first Black police officer. In the nineties, marked by upheaval and unrest, he was the face of an anti-racism campaign, received invitations to politicians' receptions, talk shows and numerous media appearances. But as Europe changed, he slipped from being a model policeman into crime himself, eking out his days as a hunted criminal and prisoner. After seven years in prison, Meffire fought his way back to life and once again went to the front lines of social upheaval, but this time not as a police officer, but as a social worker for young people with a serious history of violence, and as a successful indie author of dystopian crime novels.<BR><BR>In his memoir, Samuel Meffire gives an intimate insight into his emotional world. In the background and with an almost brutal frankness, he grippingly recounts his life across several continents and, looking back, gives us a fascinating insight into an overlooked period of history.

WINNER OF THE 2022 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR NONFICTION"An elegant meditation on the complexities of the American South-and thus of America-by an esteemed daughter of the South and one of the great intellectuals of our time. An inspiration." -Isabel WilkersonIn celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, HarperCollins is proud to present this library of American classics drawn from our storied catalog. South to America is an essential, surprising journey through the history, rituals, and landscapes of the American South-and a revelatory argument for why you must understand the South in order to understand AmericaWe all think we know the South. Even those who have never lived there can rattle off a list of signifiers: the Civil War, Gone with the Wind, the Ku Klux Klan, plantations, football, Jim Crow, slavery. But the idiosyncrasies, dispositions, and habits of the region are stranger and more complex than much of the country tends to acknowledge. In South to America, Imani Perry shows that the meaning of American is inextricably linked with the South, and that our understanding of its history and culture is the key to understanding the nation as a whole.This is the story of a Black woman and native Alabaman returning to the region she has always called home and considering it with fresh eyes. Her journey is full of detours, deep dives, and surprising encounters with places and people. She renders Southerners from all walks of life with sensitivity and honesty, sharing her thoughts about a troubling history and the ritual humiliations and joys that characterize so much of Southern life.Weaving together stories of immigrant communities, contemporary artists, exploitative opportunists, enslaved peoples, unsung heroes, her own ancestors, and her lived experiences, Imani Perry crafts a tapestry unlike any other. With uncommon insight and breathtaking clarity, South to America offers an assertion that if we want to build a more humane future for the United States, we must center our concern below the Mason-Dixon Line.- A BEAUTIFUL PACKAGE WITH FLAPS: Featuring French flaps and a unique vivid cover design, each book in the collection is published as a deluxe trade paperback that is a part of a stunning series look.- HARPER COLLINS AMERICAN CLASSICS: This series includes timeless novels, poetry, children's books, and groundbreaking nonfiction that has shaped American thought, literature, and identity across generations.- AMERICA'S PUBLISHER: Since its founding in 1817, no American publisher has been so entwined in the history of American letters. Our books enrich, challenge, and defined the American spirit.- AMERICA 250: The HarperCollins American Classics arrive in time for America's 250th anniversary celebrations.

Der Graf und der Clochard - zwei Männer, verbunden durch ein gemeinsames Geheimnis aus den Tagen der Fremdenlegion. Alsdie Vergangenheit in ihr Leben zurückkehrt, geraten Liebe, Freundschaft und gesellschaftliche Fassaden ins Wanken.Was als Begegnung zweier Gegensätze beginnt, wird zu einer Geschichte über Schuld, Loyalität und die späte Suche nach Familie.Ein emotionaler Roman über das, was uns trennt - und das, was uns unauflöslich verbindet.

Take it from a former U.S. Border agent, the work is very memorable. In his years working both the Southern and Northern U.S. borders, Andrew F. Morrison has seen it all. His recollections are his memoir What Bridge Do You Work At?The retired agent began his career in Texas and was then stationed on the Northern border during the Obama and Trump administrations.He describes his real-world experiences of arresting illegal aliens, and includes personal philosophy on immigration enforcement and criminal justice.Morrison wrote the book because "so many people do not know what is going on either at the border or with immigration. I believe a lot of the American public does not have a good idea of what the Border Patrol does, nor what it can and cannot do. Also, my reading of the books The Lessons of History by Will and Ariel Durant and War and Peace and War: The Rise and Fall of Empires by Peter Turchin leads me to the conclusion that often population migrations play a greater role in the fate of nations than do wars."(About the Author)Andrew F. Morrison grew up in Maryland. When he was 10, his father became the NASA representative to Europe, and was stationed in Paris. "Our family lived in Paris for three years during which I attended French school. We moved back to Maryland after that. I graduated from Colorado State University with a political science degree, and then later got a master's degree in Justice, Law, and Society (Criminal Justice) from American University. When I started working for the Border Patrol, I was stationed in McAllen, Texas, for the first five years of my career." He was then transferred to Northern Maine and Buffalo, New York.

Rainer Schanz hat sein Leben dem Gesetz und seinem Vaterland verschrieben. Als pensionierter BKA-Beamter kennt er die Schattenseiten der Gesellschaft - Lügen, Verrat, Gewalt. Doch für ihn zählen Werte wie Anstand, Respekt und Ehrlichkeit mehr als alles andere. Seine tiefe Verbundenheit zu Deutschland war stets sein Antrieb, und er hatte nahezu täglich seine Gesundheit und sein Leben dafür eingesetzt. In einer Welt, die oft von Gier und Macht bestimmt wird, bleibt er standhaft. Denn ohne diese Werte, so ist er überzeugt, verliert der Mensch seine Würde - und eine Nation ihre Seele.

In 1932, Sheriff Noah Tipton of Rockcastle County, Kentucky, was shot and killed on the streets of Mount Vernon. Although arrested and convicted, the killer was soon pardoned by Governor Ruby Lafoon in what can only be described as partisan politics.In an act of loyalty to their slain sheriff, Noah's wife Lillie Tipton was named his successor just four days after his death, becoming one of the first female sheriffs in the Commonwealth.Researched and written by Tipton's great-grandson, Saving Noah describes the murder, the subsequent trial, and the political dealings that let a killer go free, plus the enduring love of friends and family in small town America.Praise for Saving Noah... "The killing of Sheriff Noah Tipton was a tragedy that affected the citizens of Rockcastle County, and especially Sheriff Tipton's family. Bill Carman has creatively set the scene for this violent event and its aftermath and brought the reader into the world of a sheriff in 1932 Kentucky. We feel Lillie Tipton's loss, through the poignant narrative and even Lillie's own words. This family's story is a great read and its current relevance should not go unnoticed." -Jerry Wagner, Executive Director, Kentucky Sheriff's Association "Saving Noah, Bill Carman's beautifully written and well-crafted story of his ancestor, Rockcastle County Sheriff Noah Tipton, tells the story of the 1932 brutal execution style murder of a popular peace officer. It is also the story of the misuse of political power, corruption, and a shameful failure of the judicial system. The author has a gift for storytelling that pulls the reader into the story all the way to its conclusion." -Marshall Trimble, Arizona State Historian; Retired Member, Arizona Peace Officer Memorial Board; Columnist, True West Magazine"Bill Carman's lyrical writing transports the reader to time and place as he delves into the death of his great-grandfather, Sheriff Noah Tipton. Bill's personal connection makes the story even better and one that will stay with you long after reading." -Becky Kelley, Co-author, More than Blood Reveals

A Tribute to Those Who Stand in the GapThis book is dedicated to the School Resource Officers and educators who show up-day after day-not just to teach or protect but to connect, listen, and lead with heart.To the officers who walk the halls not with intimidation, but with integrity...To the teachers who see beyond behavior and reach for the human behind it...To those who choose patience over punishment and presence over power...You are the steady hands in a world that often forgets the weight you carry.May this work honor your quiet courage, unseen sacrifices, and the lasting impact you leave on every life you touch.

“Truth is always stranger than fiction. . . A stunning, riveting and extraordinary real-life story of life in the shadows." –#1 International Bestselling Author Don WinslowThe gripping true story, that reads like fiction, of how legendary FBI Special Agent Martin Suarez went deep undercover—and lived a double-life for years—to infiltrate Colombia's most insidious drug cartels.Martin Suarez, a legend within the FBI who specialized in Colombian drug cartels, holds the record for the longest time spent continuously undercover. As his alter ego Manny, Martin followed the unspoken rules of the cartels: He knew the right lingo to use, the right whiskey to drink, the right watch to wear, the wrong questions to ask. He smuggled over $1 billion worth of cocaine into the United States for the Medellín Cartel and, as his cover deepened, he graduated to become a high-level money launderer for the North Coast Cartel. He helped wash tens of millions of dollars worth of drug money, ensnaring himself in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse while simultaneously exposing the Black Market Peso Exchange, the most insidious money laundering apparatus in the world that involved billionaire bankers, blue-chip American corporations, and even the President of Colombia himself.Martin was raised by a father who served in the military and valorized the nobility of the FBI, and Martin stopped at nothing to allow his father to live vicariously through his son. He wanted nothing more than to make his father proud—and to be a good husband to his wife, and a loving father to his two young sons. He became a man caught between two worlds—that of an undercover agent who wanted to rid the world of its evils, but also that of a family man who was trying not to lose himself in this dark, brutal underworld that captivated the globe during the War on Drugs.And yet his worlds begin to collide as danger creeps dangerously close to his doorstep when his cover is blown and a cartel-hired sicario comes hunting for him.Inside the Cartel is told with the pulse-racing action of a Hollywood blockbuster. This is the story of Suarez and his time undercover and how maintaining the trust of hardened criminals can start to tear away at even the most principled soldier.

The book provides a nuanced exploration of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, highlighting its pivotal role in promoting transparency and good governance. It examines CAG's domestic and international achievements and challenges, including systemic reforms prompted by its audits and global recognition from organizations like the United Nations. It stands out in that it also addresses criticisms, such as insufficient introspection, ineffective peer reviews, and shortcomings in initiatives like Voucher Level Computerization, Combined Finance and Revenue Account and One IAAD One Audit. Through balanced analysis, it advocates for reforms like improved internal controls, transparent peer reviews, and enhanced accountability moving over to a multi member institution. By delving into controversies like the coal block allocation and 2G spectrum audits of 2010-12 and subsequent ones, the book underscores the need for CAG to balance its mandate with developmental priorities. It aims to demystify CAG's role while fostering public awareness, providing a critical yet constructive perspective on strengthening this cornerstone of Indian democracy.

Step into the poignant world of "Conscript 2989: Experiences of a Drafted Man," a powerful military memoir that captures the raw emotions and realities of conscription during a tumultuous era. This compelling narrative immerses readers in the soldier's journey, revealing the profound impact of duty, sacrifice, and the personal turmoil faced by those caught in the web of war. Once out of print for decades, this restored edition by Alpha Editions is more than just a reprint; it is a collector s item and a cultural treasure, meticulously preserved for today s and future generations. The book's unique literary significance lies in its authentic portrayal of drafted experiences, offering a rare glimpse into the thoughts and feelings of a man navigating the complexities of military service during the Vietnam War.Whether you are a casual reader seeking an engaging wartime reflection or a classic literature collector eager to enrich your library, "Conscript 2989" promises to resonate deeply. This edition not only honors the past but also invites new audiences to explore the timeless themes of courage and resilience. Discover the heartfelt stories of combat and duty that shaped a generation, and let this remarkable account inspire you to reflect on the meaning of service and sacrifice.

Aus einem Berufsleben Fast dreißig Jahre, von 1978 bis 2006, war Gerhard Weissensteiner mit Leib und Seele Polizist in der Bezirkshauptstadt Steyr. Er schildert - von der Aufnahmeprüfung bis zur Pensionierung - alle Höhen und Tiefen dieses besonderen Berufs. Ob Rayonsdienst in den Wachzimmern, auf Achse mit der Funkstreife, beim Verkehrsunfallkommando und Mobilen Einsatzkommando, als Vortragender oder als Verkehrserzieher in den Kindergärten und Schulen - er erzählt von schönen, traurigen und lustigen Erlebnissen, aber auch von Einsätzen, die bis an die Grenze des Belastbaren gingen. Er schreibt über Randalierer, Alkolenker und Ausbrecher, über tödliche Unfälle, Verzweiflungstaten und Lebensrettungen. Nichts Menschliches war ihm fremd, stets war er um Lösungen bemüht.  Ein mitreißendes autobiografisches Buch, in dem Menschlichkeit und Humor einen großen Stellenwert einnehmen.

Even a Seasoned Police Officer like Stephen Lynch Harrison, Sr. faces daily ethical challenges. The line between right and wrong blurs as fellow officers, well known in their field, pursue fast financial gains. Despite this, Stephen consistently sensed an inner awareness that their actions lacked honor and legality, ultimately entangling him in a complex web of deception that proved difficult to break free from. The title "From Cop to Convict to Christ" isn't chosen for mere attention-grabbing; it authentically captures Stephen's journey. Once a Florida law enforcement member, he transitioned from a Police Officer to a federal inmate for seven years. Yet, God had a more profound narrative unfolding. Considering his time in prison, Stephen's life was part of a master plan orchestrated by God. Immerse yourself in Stephen's narrative and uncover the triumphant grace of God.

Every law enforcement officer knows that, due to the nature of their profession, their days are either "normal," with all of the beauty and horror that goes along with the badge, or they aren't. In an instant, on July 1, 2020, on a seemingly "normal" day, an incident occurred that irrevocably changed the lives of many, including Charleston County Sherriff's Deputy, Mike Costanzo. Although not officially on duty yet, Deputy Costanzo made a decision to stop and help a disabled motorist who had run out of gas amid busy morning traffic on the Don Holt Bridge because, "it was the right thing to do." After instructing the motorist to get back in his car for safety purposes, he turned toward his own car and saw impending doom - an F350, going 49 mph, that didn't see him and wasn't slowing down. In the aftermath of the devastating crash, Costanzo clung to life in more ways than one. This extraordinary story of Costanzo's journey from that indelible moment to present day - through the rehabilitation, depression and emergence to his "new normal" - leaves a deep mark on all who read it. A riveting, inspirational tale of trauma, the journey of healing physical and mental wounds, and the indemnity of the human spirit, Adversity Doesn't Build Character, It Reveals It will make you laugh and cry and is a must-read for anyone who is searching for inspiration in the face of adversity.

A “remarkably candid and sensitive” (The Wall Street Journal) true crime memoir from Barbara Butcher, a trailblazing New York City death investigator, who reveals the untold stories behind more than 5,500 death scenes, including the nation’s most horrific tragedy: the 9/11 attacks.<BR><BR>When Barbara Butcher was early in her recovery from alcoholism, she found an unexpected lifeline in a job at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in NYC. As only the second woman ever hired for the role—and the first to last more than three months—she became a vital force in the world of forensic science and criminal investigations.<BR> <BR>Over the next two decades, Butcher worked thousands of cases: gruesome homicides, suspicious suicides, heartbreaking scenes involving underage victims, and complex mass casualty investigations. In her unforgettable account, she invites readers into the gritty, high-stakes world of crime-scene investigation, from the autopsy room and morgue to tense moments at active crime scenes. Along the way, she uncovered how confronting death every day gave her a new perspective on life—and ultimately saved her from becoming a statistic herself.<BR> <BR>In vivid, darkly humorous prose, Butcher recounts how she narrowly avoided a boobytrapped suicide scene, and how, during 9/11, she and her colleagues worked tirelessly to identify victims using scraps of clothing, DNA, and the memories of grieving loved ones. Her honesty, resilience, and sharp wit make this a standout in the genre of first responder memoirs and women in law enforcement.<BR> <BR>“Breathtakingly honest, compassionate, and raw” (Patricia Cornwell) and “completely unputdownable” (Adriana Trigiani), What the Dead Know is a powerful, insider’s look at the world of death and the lessons it teaches us about how to live. Fans of forensic memoirs, cold case investigations, true crime, Kathy Reichs, Patricia Cornwell, and TV series like CSI or Mindhunter won’t be able to put this down.