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How We Saved Everyone's Ass

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In this book, "How We Saved Everyone's Ass", Mr. Slager recounts his experiences in the US defense business during the Cold War. He also describes his experiences as a retired horseplayer, and how he became interested in Taoism/Buddhism. He then presents a logical new version of Christianity/ Taoism/ Buddhism for Westerners, and uses numerous examples from modern science and technology to prove ... Read more

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In this book, "How We Saved Everyone's Ass", Mr. Slager recounts his experiences in the US defense business during the Cold War. He also describes his experiences as a retired horseplayer, and how he became interested in Taoism/Buddhism. He then presents a logical new version of Christianity/ Taoism/ Buddhism for Westerners, and uses numerous examples from modern science and technology to prove
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Texas City Tales

My Youthful Adventures in the 40’s and 50’s in Texas City, Texas

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This book is intended to describe in a humorous and insightful way, youthful life in Texas City, Texas in the 1940's and1950's. It is a nostalgic look at things we did, games we played, and lessons we learned when we were children and teens. It is somewhat autobiographical with little vignette type stories, with associated morals for todays children and parents. This book contains a lot of stories ... Read more

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Auguste Rodin

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