This book is a story about the life of George Livieratos, whose success personified the American Dream. It is a story of an adventurous life filled with endless involvements. As a young child in Greece he becomes an orphan during World War II when both of his parents were killed during a German bombing attack. Joining the merchant marines George traveled around the world and enjoyed the experiences of many cultures. At the age of 21 George immigrated to the United States. After 35 years of hard work and a lot of good times he reaches~ a financial plateau of rich and fame. He had become the Chairman of one of the fastest growing penny stock companies on Wall Street. In 1983 George became one of the first targets of the United States Organized Crime Task Force. This action brought him and his family into the lowest level of human despair, when ultimately led to the death of his son and the destruction of his financial empire. The story is very exciting, it tells how he made his deals and can help to mature students of business overnight. His deal making shows a simple way to do business using common sense and golden rules. George is a capitalist with a liberal heart. It takes courage and power to face the forces of evil, to defy them, provoke them, and ignore their ruthless power. The transcripts of his trials prove his courage and statements. This book tells how he stood up for his principles of loyalty, pride and self -respect. Sacrificing himself and taking a fall. Discover how the resolve of this Greek immigrant's mind and soul empowered him to defy incarceration and even death from his compelled oppressors. In 1986 when he was incarcerated and refused bail, pending his appeal, his morale remained as furious as ever. This story details how the U.S. Justice Department prosecuted and convicted Mr. Livieratos and his co-defendants. The story indicates that interpretation; politics and selective application of the law can lead to the conviction of the best intentioned, while protecting the potentially less desirable. His description of the Federal Prison System is in such detail and simplicity that it can be used by inmates as a Federal Prison manual. His characterization of governmental regulatory agencies depicts them as large bureaucratic quagmires, which complicates and destroys the interest of the victimized citizens. Although considered outrageous by some, he provides opinions on how he thinks organized crime and the mafia was a better alternative to the current drug infested street crime. His human instincts will open the public's eyes and hearts for a better society based on love and care for all humans. The author hopes this book will wake up Americans to strive for equal justice for all, regardless of your social status, color, or religion. The Authors main point is to expose his characterization of the hypocrisy of government officials who don't care about the people, but only the power they posses. His colorful sexual encounters and lustful desires add some levity to an otherwise tragic Greek epic.

When the Greek army calls retreat near the Albanian border before the Nazi invasion of Greece, Tasso rushes home to protect his family. Badly injured, he is near death when two good Samaritans help him get home, but his happy reunion is interrupted when his favorite nephew is stricken with polio even as villagers prepare for an impending attack. Tasso helps the doctors save his nephews leg and leaves to rejoin his military unit, but hes taken prisoner along with his father-in-law. The Germans take over his family home, bringing unimaginable hardships to his wife and children. After Axis powers surrender, peace is still unattainable as civil war erupts, setting Greek against Greek. Nothing can prepare Tasso for what is to comenot even victory. ADVANCE PRAISE FOR TASSOS JOURNEY Paula Burzawas heartbreaking, yet ultimately triumphant story of how her ancestors survived the Nazi invasion of Greece, makes Tassos Journey our journey too. Her vivid characters and skillful handling of plot reveal how deep faith, superhuman strength of will, and unthinkable sacrifice for the sake of great love, saved one family and perhaps even Greece herself from extinction. Ann Frank Wake Ph.D., professor and English Department chair, Elmhurst College

The Complete Works of George MacDonald (Illustrated Edition) is a comprehensive collection of the renowned author's literary contributions. Known for his fairy tales and fantasy works, MacDonald's writing style is vivid, imaginative, and deeply spiritual, often incorporating Christian themes and allegories. These tales transport readers to fantastical worlds where characters grapple with moral dilemmas and explore the intricacies of human nature, making the collection a captivating and thought-provoking read that resonates with readers of all ages. MacDonald's ability to seamlessly interweave elements of fantasy and allegory results in a unique and enriching reading experience that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. The inclusion of illustrations in this edition enhances the visual experience and brings MacDonald's imaginative worlds to life for readers. The Complete Works of George MacDonald is a must-read for those who appreciate timeless tales that inspire introspection and explore the depths of the human soul.

Sam Hunt thinks he's just made the discovery of a lifetime, but he's not the only one who is interested.... Emily Forester is making great strides in new treatments for cancer, but someone has other plans for her research....Both will be thrown into the middle of a conspiracy that endangers the future of mankind...and perhaps its history as well.

Perhaps it was coincidence or fate, beautiful Anna and Captain Nikolas met aboard a cruise ship, at that moment both knew it was true love, nothing will ever separate them but second World War was ravaging southern Europe, Germans paratroopers demolished Crete separating them loosing track of each other. Anna suffers a lot but always keeps the faith, a cruel civil war made her turn into a warrior. Never loosing her humanness she helped friend and foe alike as a nurse. Destructive forces from East and West try to divide everything and everybody. The selfishness and jealousy of Melpomeni Bouras, her mother, along with the malevolence of Doctor Vassili Tsipras took advantage of Annas innocence and did everything possible to destroy her dreams. After abducting her baby they drove Anna to the brink, the only hope that remained for her was God and keeping the faith that some day she would be reunited with Nikolas. Nikolas landed with the British in Egypt, but even after his ship and memories sank his strong belief, the help of a monastic and the love of his mother made him find his true self again. Or did he?