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The Books

Read about what is considered to be the first practical automobile, the Benz Motorwagen, and how Bertha Benz "borrowed" her husband's new invention without his knowledge and drove it 65 miles to visit her mother.

What were the first automobiles of famous people such as Winston Churchill, Tom Cruise, and Taylor Swift, and why do they remember those cars with such fondness? (Do you remember your first automobile?)

Relive how thousands of early motorists got their kicks on Route 66. Read about how John Steinbeck portrayed the fictional Joad family as they traveled from Oklahoma to California on the "Mother Road" in the 1930s.

How did nearly 4,000 luxury vehicles end up in 9,800 feet of water at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean? Read about the ill-fated tragedy of the Felicity Ace automobile transport ship.

"Lee's book, Automobiles - A Historical View, is more than just a celebration of automotive history. It is a uniquely entertaining read that spans the quirky innovations of early motoring through the tech-laden automobiles of today. Packed with stories and details, Lee's personal reflections, surprising facts, and deep appreciation for the interesting machines that helped shape our lives, make this book extraordinarily entertaining."

- Bruce Spratt, fellow car enthusiast and friend of the author

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The Sacrament - A Historical View reviews the interesting history of the sacrament ordinance in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including the move to using young Aaronic Priesthood holders rather than older men in administering the sacrament, and the evolution of sacrament trays and other sacrament implements. The book additionally examines the meanings and backgrounds of a number of sacrament-related terms such as cenacle, winepress, chalice, unleavened bread, communion casserole, and transubstantiation.

Using stories and anecdotes from leaders, members, soldiers - and even from an astronaut and pro athlete - the book helps explain and put into perspective the evolution of the ordinance and the important changes that have taken place to help make the sacrament such a special part of today's Latter-day Saint worship.

“Lee's book, The Sacrament - A Historical View, is an excellent compilation of information about the sacrament's restoration and administration in this dispensation as it focuses on interesting events and impressive stories. The sacrament, the most sacred ordinance pertaining to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints outside the temple, is remarkably well represented on these pages.”

- Daryl Hoole, author and lecturer

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Which city has the highest IQ in the world? Where are the most Rolls-Royces per capita? How do Hong Kong's 355 skyscrapers measure up with the tall buildings in other cities? And why is Cantonese the most difficult major language to learn?

Who was General Tso? What are Golden Phoenix Talons, stinky tofu, and thousand-year eggs? What is Cantopop and how did ketchup get its name? These are some of the Chinese terms whose histories and meanings are discussed in the book.

Since the handover of Hong Kong to China in 1997, what things have remained the same and what has changed? And how was James Bond involved in the handover?

Which person has the longest substantiated genealogical pedigree in the world? What important roles do jiapu and ancestral halls play in the culture of the people of Hong Kong?

“This is an interesting and eye-opening book, even for a Hong Kong person like me! Providing a fun view of a city that is abuzz with hardworking and efficient people, it offers a glimpse into Hong Kong's beautifully complex culture and way of life. Lee is as passionate and knowledgeable about Hong Kong as any native.”

- Stephanie Kwok, Hong Kong native

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Longest, hardest, highest? The longest golf course in the world stretches 848 miles in length. Which course is considered to be the hardest? And on which unusual course that holds claim to being the world’s highest in elevation do yaks carry your golf bag?
What are Sabbath sticks? And where do the terms foozle, condor, divot, and scratch come from? These are some of the golf terms whose histories and meanings are discussed in the book.
What do sharks and golf balls have in common? And in what way has the design of golf balls influenced things such as running track uniforms, bicycle wheels, surfboards, and even airplanes?
Why are so many people, including top athletes in other sports, so passionate about the game of golf? Did Muhammad Ali really say he could beat Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus?

"I thoroughly enjoyed reading this interesting book about golf. It was easy to understand and I especially liked Lee's personal stories about his golf experiences. The explanations about the meaning and histories of golf terms, along with the illustrations in the chapters, added a lot to the book. It is obvious that Lee has a real passion for the game."

-- Brian Schramm, PGA golf professional

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Waterskiing behind a cruise ship? Can it be done? How fast do cruise ships go? How big are the largest ones? And is bigger necessarily better when it comes to cruise ships?

What about getting married while on a cruise? Are weddings performed by ship captains legal? Was the wedding by Captain Hector Barbossa valid for Will and Elizabeth in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End?

The word “fairway” was originally a nautical term. And so were “under the weather,” “square meal,” and “skyscraper.” These are some of the 25 nautical terms used in our daily language that are discussed in the book.

“What a fun book to read! If you are an experienced traveler and love to cruise, or if you are just planning your first cruise, this book shouldn’t be missed. It provides an interesting and insightful review of many aspects of the cruising experience. Beautifully illustrated and sprinkled with humorous anecdotes, this book will help make your next cruise an even bigger adventure.”

- Katheryn Fenton, travel agent

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Lee’s books are also available as eBooks.