To the Last Salute: Memories of an Austrian U-Boat Commander by Georg von Trapp, translated by Elizabeth M. Campbell “In his personal account, translated by his granddaughter Elizabeth Campbell, von Trapp captures the feeling of a bygone era where chivalry and love of country were paramount. . . . His amazing exploits in the Great War and life-and-death experiences as a commander of various U-boats will enthrall readers.”—Military Heritage Read earlier praise for To the Last Salute Continue reading More praise for To the Last Salute

The Complete Roadside Guide to Nebraska, Second Edition by Alan Boye “If there’s a book that captures the quirky spirit of the original Federal Writers Project guide, this is it. . . . Throughout the book, the author’s opinions and reflections add charm to the entries. . . . Stories, trivia, opinions, back road directions – Boye is an engaging travel companion. He’ll charm you into looking closer at Nebraska.”—Nebraska Life Continue reading Praise for The Complete Roadside Guide to Nebraska

Slipping Backward: A History of the Nebraska Supreme Court by James W. Hewitt “[A] book-length (if compressed) review of decisions, judgments and trends during 57 consecutive years of Nebraska Supreme Court life really is a noteworthy and valuable publication. . . . There’s really a lot here, either to be learned or to stir memory.”—Dick Herman, Lincoln Journal Star “This readable and entertaining book is the first history written about the Nebraska Supreme Court. . . . It is a must-read for lawyers and judges, particularly those who lived and practiced during any of the fifty-eight years reviewed. It is … Continue reading Praise for Slipping Backward

The Niobrara: A River Running through Time by Paul A. Johnsgard “This is a natural history of Nebraska’s most beautiful river, by a master biologist who is very familiar with the scientific literature of the Niobrara and its valley and watershed.”—Francis Moul, Lincoln Journal Star “Johnsgard’s book is the ultimate reference guide for an amateur natural scholar. . . . The Niobrara is perfectly suited as a source for research projects in high school, beginning college students, and those with a long-established, deep interest in the river.”—Nebraska Life Read earlier praise for The Niobrara Continue reading Praise for The Niobrara

Branch Rickey: Baseball’s Ferocious Gentleman by Lee Lowenfish “[F]or the first time, a complete background on the man who made the decision to challenge baseball’s unwritten color biases, Dodgers GM Branch Rickey, has been chronicled in delicious detail. . . . The acclaim for Lowenfish’s meticulous research and mellifluous writing style already has impressed baseball’s noted historians.”—Inside Pitch Magazine “[A] wonderfully written tale. . . . The ferocious gentleman has made an everlasting impact on the sport of baseball and Lowenfish’s [work] is the wonderful story of how that happened.”—At Homeplate.com Read previous praise for Branch Rickey Continue reading More Praise for Branch Rickey

by Mary Ridder Organic.  Marketing cooperative. Community owned. These and other words thrill some people and throw chills into others. They’re risky. They’re new (or very, very old). And they describe some of the creative activity described in Roots of Change whereby energetic folks are working hard to add value to their products in order to retain more of the profit dollars, wholesomeness, and control of their business’ destiny. Some of the endeavors in Roots never made it, never even got off the ground. Others are a testament to tremendous drive and talent. All of these fascinating profiles can, however, … Continue reading Creating Public Change