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When history teacher Fritz Russell walks through his classroom door, he finds himself in the company of General Robert E. Lee - over 150 years in the past. Fritz finds his sudden time trip to the past both a gift and a chance for great adventure. But when a portal opens to the Oval Office, he realizes that the mysterious gate could also be put to a more serious purpose. When the president hires him to help with national security, Fritz doesn't believe there is any danger in traveling across time and space. But will his own government consider him expendable if he cannot solve the mystery of the portal?
A deluxe photographic celebration of the unsung hero of guitar music—the effects pedal—featuring interviews with 100 musicians including Peter Frampton, Joe Perry, Jack White, and Courtney Barnett. Ever since the Sixties, fuzz boxes, wah-wahs, phase shifters, and a vast range of guitar effects pedals have shaped the sound of music as we know it. Stompbox: 100 Pedals of the World’s Greatest Guitarists is a photographic showcase of the actual effects pedals owned and used by Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Frank Zappa, Alex Lifeson, Andy Summers, Eric Johnson, Adrian Belew, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Ed O’Brien, J Mascis, Lita Ford, Joe Perry, Thurston Moore, Lee Ranaldo, Vernon Reid, Kaki King, Nels Cline and 82 other iconic and celebrated guitarists. These exquisitely textured fine-art photographs are matched with fresh, insightful commentary and colorfulroad stories from the artists themselves, who describe how these fascinating and often devilish devices shaped their sounds and songs.
A study of the cultural phenomenon that Elvis was and continues to be ten years after his death, this is the first book to be published with the authority of Graceland, who allowed the authors access to their extensive photographic archives. Apart from outlining his music, his movies, his life and the legend, Elvis memorabilia photographs are included, such as 1950s fan magazines, Elvis wallets and handkerchiefs.
Knowing how much Mom liked Michael Stern, I knew his book would be honestand it is. I HAD A BALL is full of stories no one but Michael would know. His friendship with Mom is evident on every page. A good read. Thank you Michael. DESI ARNAZ JR . Michaels memories are my memories, only clearer. What a talent for details! It was very moving for me to relive so much of our lives through Michaels eyes. Very entertaining. Charming. And, more importantly, true. As Mom wrote on one of her photos to him, Happy Thoughts. LUCIE ARNAZ In 1971, ten-year-old Michael Stern thought he had died and gone to heaven as he watched a filming of Heres Lucy. He was enthralled with a redhead gifted with beauty, stag...
Presents the first book in more than twenty years from the self-proclaimed King of All Media.
A new edition of a highly successful, award winning textbook for trainee psychiatrists, covering in one volume all the subjects required for the new MRCPsych and similar exams. Written in a highly engaging manner, it will also prove invaluable to qualified psychiatrists who need to keep up-to-date with the latest developments, as well as clinical psychologists, general practitioners, psychiatric nurses and senior medical students Concise yet comprehensive, Core Psychiatry relfects the latest developments in the curriculum plus all that is new and essential in clinical practice and the sciences that underpin it. It includes new information on the new Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act ...
Reflections on a Generous Generation is a tribute to the men and women who shaped modern America. Born in the early 1900s, these trailblazers survived the Great Depression and emerged from the fires of war with a vision for a better future. They were the Generous Generation, and their impact on society is still felt today. In this captivating memoir, we hear their story through the eyes of a man who lived it. From the struggles of the Depression to the triumphs of the Civil Rights movement, he was there, witnessing history unfold before his very eyes. But this is not just a history lesson. "Reflections on a Generous Generation" is a heartfelt tribute to the men and women who paved the way for future generations. Their resilience, their determination, and their unwavering commitment to a better world serve as an inspiration to us all. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for an uplifting story of hope and resilience, this memoir is a must-read. It's a poignant reminder of the power of the human spirit and the enduring legacy of the Generous Generation.
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A former public relations consultant for Michael Jackson describes the singer's life and music career.