Download or read book Pixies at Louvre written by Emanuela Galli Ligal and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-12-22 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A class of pixies from the Pixyrence's Laurel School in Tuscany flies to Paris for a school trip, only to be locked in Louvre overnight. The class takes advantage of lack of crowds to visit da Vinci's Gioconda in peace. Littlefanciful decides to use the magic to ask the famous woman questions and makes her come to life, starting a surreal adventure.

Download or read book Gigantic The Story Of Frank Black And The Pixies written by John Mendelssohn and published by Omnibus Press. This book was released on 2009-12-15 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The influence and importance of The Pixies cannot be overestimated. Their style of broken, furious yet melodic and exceptionally catchy punk rock blazed a trail for such vital bands as Mudhoney and Nirvana, the grunge movement and the 90s British indie-rock sound. Bossanova and Surfer Rosa have become familiar members of the canon of great rock albums, although the group's initial career was cut short by the dismissive actions of singer-songwriter Black Francis/Frank Black. John Mendelssohn's biography details the turbulent career of The Pixies and Frank Black, including personal struggles with other band members and Black's unusual and uncompromising solo work. Culminating with the group's 2004 reformation, this is the definitive story of The Pixies.

Download or read book More about Pixie written by George de Horne Vaizey and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-01-02 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original.

Download or read book More about Pixie written by George de Horne Mrs. Vaizey and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "More about Pixie" by George de Horne Mrs. Vaizey. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Download or read book Engines Of Discovery A Century Of Particle Accelerators Revised And Expanded Edition written by Edmund Wilson and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2014-04-17 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first edition of Engines of Discovery celebrated in words, images and anecdotes the accelerators and their constructors that culminated in the discovery of the Higgs boson. But even before the Higgs was discovered, before the champagne corks popped and while the television producers brushed up their quantum mechanics, a new wave of enthusiasm for accelerators to be applied for more practical purposes was gaining momentum. Almost all fields of human endeavour will be enhanced by this trend: energy conservation, medical diagnostics and treatment, national security, as well as industrial processing. Accelerators have been used most spectacularly to reveal the structure of the complex molecules that determine our metabolism and life. For every accelerator chasing the Higgs, there are now ten thousand serving other purposes. It is high time to move from abstract mathematics and philosophy to the practical needs of humankind.It is the aim of this revised and expanded edition to describe this revolution in a manner which will attract the young, not only to apply their curiosity to the building blocks of matter but to help them contribute to the improvement of the quality of life itself on this planet. As always, the authors have tried to avoid lengthy mathematical description. In describing a field which reaches out to almost all of today's cutting edge technology, some detailed explanation cannot be avoided but this has been confined to sidebars. References guide experts to move on to the journal Reviews of Accelerator Science and Technology and other publications for more information. But first we would urge every young physicist, teacher, journalist and politician to read this book.

Download or read book The Louvre written by James Gardner and published by Atlantic Monthly Press. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The centuries-long history of the Louvre, from humble fortress to Royal palace to the world’s greatest art museum—with photos and building maps. Some ten million people from all over the world flock to the Louvre each year to enjoy its incomparable art collection. Yet few of them are aware of the remarkable history of the site and buildings themselves—a fascinating story that historian James Gardner elegantly chronicles in this authoritative history. More than seven thousand years ago, men and women camped on a spot called le Louvre for reasons unknown. Centuries later, King Philippe Auguste of France constructed a fortress there, just outside the walls of a nascent Paris. Intended to protect the capital against English soldiers stationed in Normandy, the fortress became a royal residence under Charles V two centuries later, and then the monarchy’s principal residence under the great Renaissance king François I. In 1682, when Louis XIV moved his court to Versailles, the Louvre languished until the French Revolution when, during the Reign of Terror in 1793, it first opened its doors to display the nation’s treasures. Ever since—through the Napoleonic era, the Commune, two World Wars, to the present—the Louvre has been a witness to French history, and expanded to become home to a legendary art collection that includes the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. Includes sixteen pages of full-color photos illustrating the history of the Louvre, a full-color map detailing its evolution from fortress to museum, and black-and-white images throughout the narrative.

Download or read book Paris By Phone written by Pamela Druckerman and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-02-09 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The magic of independence meets the meaning of home in the picture book debut of the #1 bestselling author of Bringing Up Bébé. When Josephine Harris decides that Paris is where she really belongs, all it takes is a quick call on her magical phone to whisk her away. The city of lights has fancy cafés, baguettes under every arm, the Eiffel Tower, and a fabulous new family who can't wait to show her around. The city is a feast for the senses, but each new discovery brings a pang of melancholy. There's something missing here. Could it be the person who loves Josephine's best--her own mother? From #1 bestselling author Pamela Druckerman comes a whimsically commercial picture that little travellers and little homebodies will love!

Download or read book Runway written by Meghan Ward and published by Shebooks. This book was released on 2014-02-04 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fresh out of Catholic high school, Michigan girl Meghan Ward heads for the Paris runways at the tender age of 18. She had never intended to be a model. In fact, she had the typical thinking-person’s qualms about the industry, particularly the unhealthy images of women it promotes. But she had the looks, and when a scout approached her, she couldn’t resist the chance to sample the glamour of the modeling scene—and rack up some money for college. Runway, her thoughtful yet dishy memoir, tells the story of what she learned about the world of high-fashion modeling—and herself.

Download or read book Acid Bubbles written by Paul H. Round and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2015-05-28 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “August, 1971. My raging hormones triggered events that would change the course of my life forever.” Seventeen-year-old Peter was just a typical teenager, looking for a good time. After a night out with a friend looking for sexual fulfilment, he awakes to find that it’s two year’s in the future – and he has no memory of how he’s got there. Peter quickly realises that he’s become something quite different from his younger self. To his horror, he discovers that he’s at the centre of a violent drug-dealing culture, where dangerous vile characters – including his homicidal twin – are searching for him, asking questions that he can no longer answer. All the money in his possession has disappeared. He is only too aware his former associates will want their pound of flesh... Four decades later, Peter is involved in another harsh battle for survival. During this fight he meets two fascinating creatures: Jennifer, who becomes the love of his life, and a strange and beguiling temptress, who reveals – through torture – the twisted secrets of his lost years. Upon discovering the truth about his brutal past, Peter decides on a course of action that sees him cast into a world of uncertainty, where nothing stays the same for long...

Download or read book Michigan Getting Started Garden Guide written by Melinda Myers and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2013-10-15 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVWritten by one of the region’s most highly respected gardening experts, Michigan Getting Started Garden Guide is a plant recommendation guidebook geared exclusively toward gardeners located in the Wolverine State. Author Melinda Myers shares her extensive gardening knowledge, highlighting her top picks for plants that will thrive in (or in spite of) Michigan’s tough winters and other unique growing conditions, guaranteeing success for the Michigan gardener and home landscaper./divDIV/divDIVFrom soil and water to fertilization and pest management, Michigan Getting Started Garden Guide addresses all the gardening topics of concern to Michigan gardeners. Featured plant categories discuss annuals, bulbs, ferns and groundcovers, ornamental grasses, perennials, roses, shrubs, trees, turfgrasses, and vines. Each plant is showcased with detailed photography; specific advice on how, when, and where to plant; growing tips, such as watering requirements; and descriptions of routine care. Alongside these “nitty-gritty” aspects of planting and growing, Myers shares her inspiration for garden design, the various ways you can beautifully incorporate plants into your landscape, and her favorite cultivars and species. With proven, practical instructions presented through gorgeous imagery and adapted specially for the Michigan climate, Michigan Getting Started Garden Guide is your ticket to successful planting in the Great Lake State./div

Download or read book Minnesota Wisconsin Getting Started Garden Guide written by Melinda Myers and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2013-09-01 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVWritten by one of the region’s most highly respected gardening experts, Minnesota & Wisconsin Getting Started Garden Guide is a plant recommendation guidebook geared exclusively toward gardeners located in these states. Author Melinda Myers shares her extensive gardening knowledge, highlighting her top picks for plants that will thrive in (or in spite of) the area’s tough winters and other unique growing conditions, guaranteeing success for the gardener and home landscaper in Minnesota or Wisconsin./divDIV/divDIVFrom soil and water to fertilization and pest management, Minnesota & Wisconsin Getting Started Garden Guide addresses all the gardening topics of concern to Minnesota and Wisconsin gardeners. Featured plant categories discuss annuals, bulbs, ferns and groundcovers, ornamental grasses, perennials, roses, shrubs, trees, turfgrasses, and vines. Each plant is showcased with detailed photography; specific advice on how, when, and where to plant; growing tips, such as watering requirements; and descriptions of routine care. Alongside these “nitty-gritty” aspects of planting and growing, Myers shares her inspiration for garden design, the various ways you can beautifully incorporate plants into your landscape, and her favorite cultivars and species. With proven, practical instructions presented through gorgeous imagery and adapted specially for the Minnesota and Wisconsin climate, Minnesota & Wisconsin Getting Started Garden Guide is your ticket to successful planting—whether you’re in the Badger State or the Land of 10,000 Lakes./div

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Download or read book North Downing written by Kori D. Miller and published by Back Porch Writer Press. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read the series that Sinfully Scandalous Mysteries readers call ... "A highly original plot." "Swift, smart, and enjoyable!" "Captivating & masterful!" Dez hates cold cases. But she can't walk away when someone asks for her help. Even if that person is a convicted felon. When James Keeney requests a meeting with Dez, she’s reluctant to accept. But curiosity gets the better of her and she shows up at the Nebraska State Penitentiary. Keeney shares his sob story about being strung up for a murder he swears he didn’t commit and begs her to help him. Dez isn’t sure she can believe a guy who’s on the hook for his second B&E. But ever since meeting Keeney and hearing his lazy Southern drawl, she’s had a soft spot for him. Her gut tells her that they’ve got the wrong guy. Dez’s inquiries put her on a path that threatens to expose the secrets and lies of one of Omaha’s wealthiest and most prominent families. The closer she gets to uncovering the truth, the more twisted the revelations. Will she be able to identify the killer before someone else dies? If you like compelling reads with a pull-no-punches PI, then you’ll love author Kori D. Miller’s gripping book. The well-developed, interesting, and diverse characters will provide a great distraction from everyday life. Fans of Janet Evanovich, Marcia Muller, and Sue Grafton will enjoy getting to know Dez. She’s smart, sassy, and has a penchant for weapons, good-looking men, and a great game of pool. And only one of those helps her solve cases. North Downing: A Dezeray Jackson Novel is book 2 in Kori's Sinfully Scandalous Mysteries series. For Sinfully Scandalous readers everywhere who’ve read Hush, North Downing continues the ongoing saga about Dez’s sister. Will she finally know who killed Savannah and why? Be sure to read HUSH, Kori's first novel featuring PI Dezeray Jackson. It received a 5-star rating from Readers' Favorite. Tempus, the third book in the Sinfully Scandalous Mysteries series is available to pre-order, now! Buy North Downing and put your whodunit skills to the test!

Download or read book Queeroes 2 written by Steven Bereznai and published by Lethe Press. This book was released on 2013-05 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the sequel to Steven Bereznai's action-packed (and muscle-packed) adventure story featuring high school students gifted with superhuman powers, the town of Nuffim is once more the scene for mayhem. Gorgeous Troy Allstar has come out of the closet, but that doesn't mean his life is about to get any easier. An empath, able to influence the emotions of everybody around him, he'll need all his abilities trying to navigate life...and deadly dangers that seem like coincidence but are just part of a new threat's dastardly plan. Can Troy and his friends-his geeky younger brother who is thrust into dating for the first time; his boyfriend Chad who is catty in demeanor and form whenever he wants; Mandy, the head cheerleader who has taken to stealing-save the day? Or will they just be another bunch of pop heroes that goes from front page phenom to the obits.

Download or read book London Paris written by Andrew Gumbel and published by . This book was released on 2001-08-31 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most U.S. visitors to Europe make a beeline for one or both of the continent's most celebrated cities and, as connections through the Channel Tunnel or by air become more frequent and cheaper, short breaks and even day trips have never been easier. Cadogan's original two-center guide still has no competition, and this updated version includes recent big-budget attractions created in both cities to mark the Millennium, such as the London Eye and the revamped Pompidou Center. The guide focuses on what short-stay visitors need to know, providing expert advice on major events, crucial sights, the best places to shop, drink, eat, and stay, and insider tips on the havens behind the bustling streets, all in an accessible, condensed format.

Download or read book Kings of Greek Mythology written by Burton Menoni and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-01-24 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiling the most notable of the Mythological Kings of Greece

Download or read book Woman at 1 000 Degrees written by Hallgrímur Helgason and published by Algonquin Books. This book was released on 2018-01-09 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “THE HOTTEST NEW BOOK FROM ICELAND IS WOMAN AT 1,000 DEGREES . . . What a story it is, one worth reading to further understand the complexity of World War II—and to enjoy the quick wit of a woman you won’t forget.” —Bethanne Patrick, The Washington Post “I live here alone in a garage, together with a laptop computer and an old hand grenade. It’s pretty cozy.” Herra Björnsson is at the beginning of the end of her life. Oh, she has two weeks left, maybe three—she has booked her cremation appointment, at a crispy 1,000 degrees, so it won’t be long. But until then she has her cigarettes, a World War II–era weapon, some Facebook friends, and her memories to sustain her. And what a life this remarkable eighty-year-old narrator has led. In the internationally bestselling and award-winning Woman at 1,000 Degrees, which has been published in fourteen languages, noted Icelandic novelist Hallgrímur Helgason has created a true literary original. From Herra’s childhood in the remote islands of Iceland, where she was born the granddaughter of Iceland’s first president, to teen years spent living by her wits alone in war-torn Europe while her father fought on the side of the Nazis, to love affairs on several continents, Herra Björnsson moved Zelig-like through the major events and locales of the twentieth century. She wed and lost husbands, had children, fled a war, kissed a Beatle, weathered the Icelandic financial crash, and mastered the Internet. She has experienced luck and betrayal and upheaval and pain, and—with a bawdy, uncompromising spirit—she has survived it all. Now, as she awaits death in a garage in Reykjavík, she shows us a woman unbowed by the forces of history. Each part of Herra’s story is a poignant piece of a puzzle that comes together in the final pages of this remarkable, unpredictable, and enthralling novel.