Recorded history -- A sailor's journey -- Love captured in real time -- Record setting wins -- The unsung hero -- Dr. Fraud -- The scientific duo -- A late blooming artist -- Running with purpose -- SuperDad -- The camping trip -- The man in the sky -- The oil swindler -- Humphrey's story -- Luck vs. fortune -- Operation: miracle rescue -- Curator or vigilante? -- The magician's next trick -- A turbulent crime -- The stunt of a lifetime -- The climb -- The passion project.
Summary:
A collection of fascinating true stories from 1920 to the present that will give the reader a rollercoaster of emotions. From crazy bank robberies, to gripping life saving moments and uplifting tales that will have you smiling.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.