The story follows Scary Bones, Sasha, and Ben as they face the notorious Captain Cross Bones and his fearsome crew, Pillage and Plunder, who seek Captain Grow Bag's hidden treasure on Brownsea Island. With the assistance of the Red String and the island's clever Red Squirrels, the trio embarks on a thrilling adventure to protect the valuable treasure and ensure it remains safe for everyone to enjoy.
The discovery of a dusty box under the stairs leads siblings Sasha and Ben to find Scary Bones the skeleton. This unexpected encounter sparks a thrilling adventure as they navigate challenges together, blending elements of mystery and excitement. Their journey promises to be filled with fun and surprises as they explore the unknown.
Trump-Inspired Funny Stories from a Black Nerd's Mind Ron's journey to self-discovery includes Samuel L. Jackson, Pulp Fiction, and uncomfortable conversations. Dungeons 'n' Durags will force you to reconcile your own self-identity in the United States. Coming of age story of black identity. Ron is a black nerd who has lived his entire adult life in a white world. It wasn't until the 2016 presidential election that Ron learned how important it was to stand in his blackness. Ron became the proverbial "angry black man," calling white people out on their privilege. All roads lead to self discovery. Through this book black men learn why it's important to take time to learn about black identity, systemic racism, and the true self. Gain confidence and understanding through these funny stories that will reshape your current views. Inside, you'll find: The perfect social commentary for black nerds to dive into their black identity. Uncomfortable conversations including durags, black politics, and Trump. Political satire wrapped in funny stories of a man's journey to stopping systemic racism around him. If you liked The Cruelty Is the Point, Mediocre, or Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, you'll love Dungeons 'n' Durags.
The development of Birmingham into a major modern industrial city can be said to have begun in 1772 with the opening of its first canal. At that time Birmingham was a small and largely rural town with a growing manufacturing base. The growth of manufacturing within the town, however, was severely constrained by the lack of a cheap, reliable and efficient means of transport for the goods it produced. These difficulties were largely overcome by the building of the canal, in that it provided a cheap and efficient means of transport to convey the town's manufactured goods to markets beyond its boundaries. The why, when and how this first canal came to be built is explored in this detailed and highly referenced account. It tells the fascinating story of how a small group of innovative, determined and ambitious entrepreneurs joined together to plan and secure its construction, and thereby also secure the City's future progress and prosperity.
The narrative unfolds through the eyes of the last surviving member of the Aston Villains mob, revealing the intricacies of an audacious heist that remains shrouded in secrecy. This insider account delves into the meticulous planning, execution, and the reasons behind the heist's concealment, offering a thrilling glimpse into the world of organized crime and the lengths to which its members will go to protect their legacy.