Charles Patton

A perilous Arctic expedition. A vanished explorer. A battle against nature's fiercest elements.In the mid-19th century, Captain Elisha Kane leads a daring mission into the uncharted Arctic, determined to uncover the fate of a missing expedition. Confronted by relentless ice, treacherous terrain, and the threat of mutiny, Kane and his crew face challenges that test their endurance and resolve.Tigers of the Ice immerses readers in a gripping tale of survival and discovery, set against the stark beauty of the polar landscape. This historical novel weaves together themes of courage, loyalty, and the unyielding human spirit.Ideal for fans of historical adventures and tales of exploration, this st...

Leadership is a curious topic. It is most noted in its absence and most measured by its need. Leadership requires opportunity. Leadership is driven by the situation; what worked in one situation may be disastrous in another. It requires skills to be able to direct the challenge at hand. Leadership is both an art and a science. It is theoretical and applied, cultural and contextual. Most importantly, leadership is about accomplishment and results. Let's face it; talking about leadership is tough and, in many ways, counter-intuitive. Many people want to be leaders and some people prefer to follow a leader; but followers want to follow not just any leader, they want to follow a great leader. Bu...

We make deliberate plans every day—whether in business, sports, games, relationships, politics, military conflicts, peace talks, or personal disputes. Mastering Strategy distills twelve years of research, interviews, and analysis into a comprehensive guide on effective planning and execution. It concisely outlines the most critical elements of high-level decision-making and presents over 300 real-world examples of broad and specific applications. This book is an essential resource for anyone looking to sharpen their thinking and improve their ability to navigate complex challenges. Readers will gain insights into vision, decision-making, management, competitive positioning, long-term plann...

Are you worried about where our country is headed?Does it feel like the principles that once held us together—truth, liberty, responsibility—are slipping away?For Honest Citizens Only is a clarion call for those who still care. It helps readers cut through the noise, spin, and carefully crafted distractions to understand how power really works, what’s gone wrong, and what honest citizens can still do to make a difference.Charles Patton speaks plainly and urgently, exposing how truth gets buried, how systems get rigged, and why decent people are left disoriented, discouraged, or silenced. With clarity and conviction, he connects the dots and reframes today’s chaos around what truly ma...