Three weeks into his first term as a US Congressman, Robert Garcia found himself sitting down for a second time with the president of the United States. The son of a laborer at the Central Aguirre sugar mill in Puerto Rico, he couldn't help but think, "Only in America!" Garcia grew up in the South Bronx and in his autobiography--published posthumously--he shares his story of struggle, rising from poverty to become a Korean War veteran, New York State Assemblyman and Senator and ultimately a US Congressman representing his beloved community. When Garcia was a boy in the 1930s and 1940s, the South Bronx was a poor but safe working-class neighborhood. He and his family did suffer cold and hunger, but he recalls a "happy childhood full of love." Somehow, he avoided drugs when they hit the neighborhood, though his mother surreptitiously checked his arms for needle tracks. At 17, he joined the US Army and went to Korea. Afterwards, he took advantage of the GI Bill, got married, had children and successfully moved into the middle class. Garcia writes his life was forever changed when he gathered signatures to help nominate John F. Kennedy as the Democratic Party's presidential nominee. That pivotal moment, combined with his excitement about involving Puerto Ricans in the political process during the heady days of the civil rights movement, led to his immersion in politics. He was the first Latino elected to the New York State Assembly in 1966; he became a New York State Senator in 1967 and a US Congressman in 1978. He recalls key moments, like the founding of the National Association of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO) and the Attica Prison Riot, where he was appointed to a mediation committee by New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller. Garcia also details his indictment for extortion and bribery, his brief time in prison and the ultimate reversal of the indictment by the appeals court. This informative autobiography spotlights one of the first Latino elected officials who is considered a pioneer by later generations of leaders, including Bill Richardson, the former governor of New Mexico, who wrote a prologue for this book.

Man of the People: The Autobiography of Congressman Robert Garcia

Biographies & Memoirs

Garcia, Robert

Community & Culture

Arte Publico Press

How to Build Max-Performance Mitsubishi 4g63t Engines

The photos in this edition are black and white.
Mitsubishi's 4G63t engine is among the most powerful engines ever in the sport-compact world. It's not uncommon to find one of these four-cylinder, iron-block, aluminum-headed, 2-liter turbocharged monsters making more than 1,000 horsepower with the right modifications and tuning - well above the 200-300 hp produced in the factory-made engines. Bolted into such cars as the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, Eclipse, and Galant, and the Eagle Talon and Plymouth Laser, the 4G63t has more than a cult following among sport-compact enthusiasts, who know and respect this engine's immense performance potential at the track or on the street. 
Up until now, in-depth performance information on the 4G63t has been hard to find. For this book, author Robert Bowen went straight to the source, Robert Garcia of Road/Race Engineering in Santa Fe Springs, California. RRE is the most well-known and respected Mitsubishi turbo performance shop in the United States, and Garcia is its in-house engine builder. Mitsubishi enthusiasts will benefit from Garcia's expertise and be able to build better, stronger engines than ever before. 
How to Build Max-Performance Mitsubishi 4G63t Engines covers every system and component of the engine, including the turbocharger system and engine management. More than just a collection of tips and tricks, this book includes a complete history of the engine and its evolution, an identification guide, and advice for choosing engine components and other parts. Profiles of successful built-up engines show the reader examples of what works, and the book includes helpful guidance for choosing your own engine building path.

Engineering & Transportation

Bowen, Robert

Automotive

CarTech

There's an Elephant in Our Tent

There's an Elephant in our Tent takes you on a hilarious adventure with Boomer, Preemie Herman, and all the gang from the neighborhood. See what happens when the circus comes to town and Minnie the Elephant gets loose. All chaos begins, and it all takes place in Boomer's backyard. Those summer days when all the kids were together, laughing and playing games all day long, then enjoying a sleepover in the backyard tent! Read along as these kids meet and become fast friends with Minnie as the circus frantically searches for her. A must read for young children!

Children's Books

Animals

Fulton Books

The "I'm Glad I Asked " series are guided journals to create a family record and treasure of your parents and grandparents lives. Designed in an easy to follow format with enough room to detail the answers puts you in the interviewers seat. Guiding questions include places lived, schools attended, early friends and activities. "Insights" section asked "Where would they have liked to have lived?", favorite movies and historical moments that they remember. What you will uncover and record in the "Favorites" section are favorite meals, TV shows, music and even their favorite color. "The Me To You" section offers a place for you to tell the interviewee the impact they have had on you and your life.Inspired by an evening of conversation with my own child this book is a wonderful way to enjoy a conversation and create a family keepsake by answering questions if not asked are lost. Enjoy.

I'm Glad I Asked My Mom: A interview journal of my Moms life, thoughts and inspirations

Parenting & Relationships

One Cent Magenta Creative

The "I'm Glad I Asked " series are guided journals to create a family record and treasure of your parents and grandparents lives. Designed in an easy to follow format with enough room to detail the answers puts you in the interviewers seat. Guiding questions include places lived, schools attended, early friends and activities. "Insights" section asked "Where would they have liked to have lived?", favorite movies and historical moments that they remember. What you will uncover and record in the "Favorites" section are favorite meals, TV shows, music and even their favorite color. "The Me To You" section offers a place for you to tell the interviewee the impact they have had on you and your life.Inspired by an evening of conversation with my own child this book is a wonderful way to enjoy a conversation and create a family keepsake by answering questions if not asked are lost.Enjoy.

I'm Glad I Asked My Dad: A interview journal of my Dad’s life, thoughts and inspirations.

Self-Help

Happiness

Batman: A Celebration of the Classic TV Series is the definitive book for all fans of the popular Sixties show. Presented in a lavish hardcover edition, the book features classic images, rare stills, photography and production art and serves as the ultimate tribute for fans of the series. Now at long last, collectors and Bat-fans alike can indulge in a detailed and in-depth look at the show that inspired generations. BATMAN and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and (c) DC Comics. (s15)

Batman: A Celebration of the Classic TV Series

Desris, Joe

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Titan Books

Dark Matter Uprising

Literature & Fiction

Poetry

Creative Arts Management Ou

SUMMARY Of Radical Candor: Completely & Updated Edition: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity By Kim Scott

Business & Money

Business Culture

Independently published

The Complete Benefits of Optimal Dose:: Bringing Back Our Health Through The Strength of Vitamin D3

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Alternative Medicine

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