Written to illustrate the greatness of American literature, 21st Century Voices combines the talents of some of the best up and coming authors with the material from proven classics. Inside this compilation, you'll find expertly crafted short stories written in the style of Nathaniel Hawthorne, Arthur Miller and Mark Twain. In addition to these American classic-inspired pieces, you'll also gain insight into the American Dream through original poetry. Also, through carefully written research papers, these authors provide their unique insight and critical analysis of the novels that helped define America. This collection is a must-have for any teacher, student or literature enthusiast wanting to see how the younger generation responds to America's classics. All royalties from the sale of this book will be given to a student chosen charity dedicated to improving the health and welfare of wildlife around the world.

A glance back at the early years of Derek Jeter-the New York Yankees shortstop who was never short on talent, looks, or heart. Though he was only 24, many of his teammates described Derek Jeter as a baseball player with maturity beyond his years. His awesome skills on the playing field earned him an American League Rookie of the Year award and helped the Yankees to two World Series championships in three years. Jeter rapidly made a name for himself as one of the hottest young athletes. Baseball fans couldn't get enough of the graceful Yankees shortstop who wowed them with his power and speed. Fans were mesmerized by his heart-stopping good looks-he was even named on of People magazine's 50 most beautiful people in the world! Read all about this down-to-earth superstar, from his childhood in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where his dream of playing for the Yankees began, to his life today, his charity work, his hopes for the future, and why he told GQ magazine, "I have the greatest job in the world." With eight pages of cool photos!

Included in this Herman Melville collection are six tales that range considerably -- from "The Encantadas" (an allegorical travelogue) to the haunting "Bartleby, the Scrivener." Opening the volume is "The Piazza," a pastoral sketch that frames the collection. "Benito Cerenno" -- a subversive satire -- of grows out of a true story of mutiny among the enslaved . . .