Download or read book The Gentleman s Guide to Motoring written by Vic Darkwood and published by AA Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This hilarious take on motoring from the AA offers advice on every conceivable aspect of motoring - from the desirability of lashings of chrome, to wooing with the aid of an automobile; from the power politics of the road, to dealing with passenger flatulence.

Download or read book Notes on the Writing of A Gentleman s Guide to Love and Murder written by Robert L. Freedman and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-05-15 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most frequently asked question about writing musicals is, "Which comes first, the music or the lyrics?" As anyone on Broadway will tell you, the answer is, "The book." Tony-winning book writer Robert L. Freedman takes you through the process of writing a new musical, including story structure, song placement, dialogue, character development, and more that led to the creation of A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, the 2014 Best Musical Tony winner. With candor and insight, Freedman describes the challenging and rewarding growing pains of what the critics called "Hilarious!" and "Ingenious!" and said "Ranks among the most inspired and entertaining new musical comedies I've seen in years."

Download or read book The Gentleman s Guide to Vice and Virtue written by Mackenzi Lee and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2017-06-27 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Kirkus Prize nominee and Stonewall Honor winner with 5 starred reviews! A New York Times bestseller! Named one of the best books of 2017 by NPR and the New York Public Library! "The queer teen historical you didn’t know was missing from your life.”—Teen Vogue "A stunning powerhouse of a story."—School Library Journal "A gleeful romp through history."—ALA Booklist A young bisexual British lord embarks on an unforgettable Grand Tour of Europe with his best friend/secret crush. An 18th-century romantic adventure for the modern age written by This Monstrous Thing author Mackenzi Lee—Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda meets the 1700s. Henry “Monty” Montague doesn’t care that his roguish passions are far from suitable for the gentleman he was born to be. But as Monty embarks on his grand tour of Europe, his quests for pleasure and vice are in danger of coming to an end. Not only does his father expect him to take over the family’s estate upon his return, but Monty is also nursing an impossible crush on his best friend and traveling companion, Percy. So Monty vows to make this yearlong escapade one last hedonistic hurrah and flirt with Percy from Paris to Rome. But when one of Monty’s reckless decisions turns their trip abroad into a harrowing manhunt, it calls into question everything he knows, including his relationship with the boy he adores. Witty, dazzling, and intriguing at every turn, The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue is an irresistible romp that explores the undeniably fine lines between friendship and love. Don't miss Felicity's adventures in The Lady's Guide to Petticoats and Piracy, the highly anticipated sequel!

Download or read book How to Drive written by Ben Collins and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2016-05-03 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here's the ultimate guide to being the best—and safest—driver possible. And an absolute must for everyone with a learner's permit. Former Top Gear Stig and professional driver Ben Collins shares expert skills culled from a twenty year career as one of the best drivers in the world, famous for racing in the Le Mans series and NASCAR, piloting the Batmobile, and dodging bullets with James Bond. Refined over thousands of hours of elite-level performance in the physics of driving, his philosophy results in greater control and safer, more efficient and fun driving for all skill levels.

Download or read book The Gentleman s Guide to Getting Lucky written by Mackenzi Lee and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The queer teen historical you didn’t know was missing from your life.” — Teen Vogue, on The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue In this funny and frothy novella that picks up where the New York Times bestselling The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue leaves off, freshly minted couple Monty and Percy fumble through their first time together. Monty’s epic grand tour may be over, but now that he and Percy are finally a couple, he realizes there is something more nerve-wracking than being chased across Europe: getting together with the person you love. Will the romantic allure of Santorini make his first time with Percy magical, or will all the anticipation and build-up completely spoil the mood?

Download or read book The Gentleman s Guide to Life written by Steve Friedman and published by Three Rivers Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're a sensitive, bookish type or a beer-guzzling Cyber-jock--or just an average guy--The Gentleman's Guide to Life is a perfect and indispensable primer on looking, living, and feeling good, answering all your questions about clothes, career, fitness, love, and lust. How do I move up without selling out? How do I help my friends (and crush my enemies)? How do I feed and care for my boss? What kind of suit should I wear? What kind of shoes do I wear with the suit? Socks? Do I really need to take my vitamins? Is this impotence or lack of interest? How much sleep do I need? How can I bluff my way through a wine list? What is Cubism? How much should I tip? What CDs should I have to relax? To seduce? Do I like her? Do I really, really like her? What does she mean I don't listen? How do I propose (or ask for the ring back)? Am I the best man I can possibly be?

Download or read book The Gentleman s Instant Genius Guide written by Tom Cutler and published by Constable. This book was released on 2011-09-22 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who has time nowadays to put in the graft to succeed? And why bother, when the truly important things in life only take a quarter of an hour to master? Here, Tom Cutler proves that following the path to becoming disgustingly rich, stylish, intelligent, thin, happy, classy, successful and a legend in the bedroom need take no longer than it does to cut your toenails, or listen to The Archers. Learn how to become as popular as your dog. Which sports car suits your personality? How to work out the date of your death. Are you a genius? With Tom Cutler's help you will soon find inner perfection and hugely impress your family, friends and work colleagues. From the author of the brilliant A Gentleman's Bedside Book, this is a hilariously funny but deeply practical guide to self-improvement.

Download or read book The Expert s Guide to Driving a Man Wild written by Jessica Clare and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-01-07 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being out of control… The product of a rigid upbringing, Brenna has grown into a sexy free spirit who does things her way. No possessions, no debt, no man, and no rules to tie her down. And if she has to work, what better way than as assistant in a wilderness expedition team? So many opportunities to go wild. …can be risky when you’re falling in love. One person who doesn’t “get” Brenna is her boss, Grant. He prefers order and emotions kept in check, which means Brenna loves to push his boundaries. He’d be impossible to work for if he wasn’t so infuriatingly hot. But when his overbearing, matchmaking mother arrives in town, Brenna volunteers to be Grant’s pretend girlfriend. After all, it’s the perfect opportunity to drive Grant crazy at every turn. Brenna’s just a little surprised when Grant agrees to her wild, impulsive schemes. And she’s more than a little surprised when their games take them to the bedroom…

Download or read book Treat Me Like Your Car written by Pilar Lastra and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2011-09-30 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You know that if you want your car to run smoothly, you have to keep up with the mandatory maintenance. Check the oil every so often, inspect the tires for pressure and wear, get them rotated if they need it, lubricate the locks, and keep up with your car-wash dates. And if you really want to take care of it, have the proper rags and tools on hand to clean off any sudden dirt or fingerprints. Playboy Playmate, Deal or No Deal model, and Hot Laps host Pilar Lastra has rebuilt a 1990 Mustang using just a fifteen-dollar repair manual and junkyard parts. Shes not only fluent in hot rod; she also speaks the language of the opposite sex. Think of Pilar as your ultimate translator. In Treat Me Like Your Car, she teaches you everything you need to know in order to cruise the lot, avoid the lemons, find your dream car, and enjoy the ride. Full of much-needed advice, hilarious real-life relationship scenarios, and Pilars unique Tales from the Passengers Side, Treat Me Like Your Car gives you the tools you need to find and hold a fulfilling relationship. All women (whether they know it or not) want to be treated like your car. Treat Me Like Your Car makes it just as easy. A little elbow grease is a small price to pay for a smooth ride.

Download or read book The Gentleman s Guide to Cool written by Paul Giles and published by Woodslane Press. This book was released on 2018-10-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to a Harvard University study, once a bad impression is formed, it takes eight - eight! - subsequent good encounters to correct that initial impression. You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Paul Giles, News Corp columnist and former international male model who worked with the biggest fashion houses and designers for over 20 years, shows men how to make the right first impression. 'The Gentlemen's Guide to Cool: Clothing, Grooming, Etiquette' is the book for any man who wants to learn the secrets of making a great first and lasting impression. Learn what to wear, how to portray confidence and simple grooming techniques that will make a difference to all areas of your life.

Download or read book The Negro Motorist Green Book written by Victor H. Green and published by Colchis Books. This book was released on with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Negro Motorist Green Book was a groundbreaking guide that provided African American travelers with crucial information on safe places to stay, eat, and visit during the era of segregation in the United States. This essential resource, originally published from 1936 to 1966, offered a lifeline to black motorists navigating a deeply divided nation, helping them avoid the dangers and indignities of racism on the road. More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and resistance in the face of oppression, offering a poignant glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the African American experience in the 20th century.

Download or read book The Key to Rondo written by Emily Rodda and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2008 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are four rules to the old, painted music box:Wind the box three times only. Never wind the boxwhile the music plays. Never shut the box while themusic plays. Never move the box until the musicstops.Leo wouldn't dream of breaking these rules, but hisstubborn cousin Mimi never does what she's told.She winds the box four times--and suddenly thepaintings on its side come to life and a powerfulwitch is released. Now Leo and Mimi must stop thewitch, if only they can find the key to the musicbox--and the magical world it contains.

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Download or read book The Lady s Guide to Petticoats and Piracy written by Mackenzi Lee and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this highly anticipated sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue, Felicity Montague must use all her womanly wits and wiles to achieve her dreams of becoming a doctor—even if she has to scheme her way across Europe to do it. A must-have for fans of Mackenzi Lee’s extraordinary and Stonewall Honor-winning novel. A year after an accidentally whirlwind grand tour with her brother Monty, Felicity Montague has returned to England with two goals in mind—avoid the marriage proposal of a lovestruck suitor from Edinburgh and enroll in medical school. However, her intellect and passion will never be enough in the eyes of the administrators, who see men as the sole guardians of science. But then a window of opportunity opens—a doctor she idolizes is marrying an old friend of hers in Germany. Felicity believes if she could meet this man he could change her future, but she has no money of her own to make the trip. Luckily, a mysterious young woman is willing to pay Felicity’s way, so long as she’s allowed to travel with Felicity disguised as her maid. In spite of her suspicions, Felicity agrees, but once the girl’s true motives are revealed, Felicity becomes part of a perilous quest that leads them from the German countryside to the promenades of Zurich to secrets lurking beneath the Atlantic.

Download or read book The Illustrated Art of Manliness written by Brett McKay and published by Voracious. This book was released on 2017-05-16 with total page 840 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable, hands-on guide dedicated to the lost art of being a man, The Illustrated Art of Manliness distills more than 100 practical skills every modern man needs to know into an entertaining, easy-to-follow visual format. Founder of The Art of Manliness, Brett McKay and bestselling illustrator Ted Slampyak write brilliantly illustrated articles to help men be the best fathers, brothers, sons, and men they can be. This book features their most essential work alongside dozens of never-before seen guides on subjects ranging from chivalry and self-defense to courage and car repair, including: How to disarm an attacker How to fell a tree and start a fire anywhere How a car engine works, and how to fix it How to use every tool in your toolbox What to wear on a first date and to a job interview How to lead a meeting and command the attention of a room How to dance, fight, shave, shake a hand, pick a lock, and fire a gun And other advice for when you're lost, in danger, or merely confronting a shirt that needs to be ironed. The Illustrated Art of Manliness features a classic, timeless package, including full-color illustrations, and will be a perfect gift for you or the man in your life.

Download or read book A Curse of Ash and Embers written by Jo Spurrier and published by HarperCollins Australia. This book was released on 2018-10-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A dead witch. A bitter curse. A battle of magic. Some people knit socks by the fire at night. Gyssha Blackbone made monsters. But the old witch is dead now, and somehow it's Elodie's job to clean up the mess. When she was hired at Black Oak Cottage, Elodie had no idea she'd find herself working for a witch; and her acid-tongued new mistress, Aleida, was not expecting a housemaid to turn up on her doorstep. Gyssha's final curse left Aleida practically dead on her feet, and now, with huge monsters roaming the woods, a demonic tree lurking in the orchard and an angry warlock demanding repayment of a debt, Aleida needs Elodie's help, whether she likes it or not. And no matter what the old witch throws at her, to Elodie it's still better than going back home. Praise for Winter Be My Shield: 'Unlikely heroes, villains you will cheer for, and cold that eats your bones. "Winter Be My Shield" will take you to an unforgiving place, but you won't want to leave it.' Robin Hobb

Download or read book The Modern Gentleman 2nd Edition written by Phineas Mollod and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2011-05-24 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Refine your cool with this quintessential sourcebook of manners and mischief. Author–raconteurs Phineas Mollod and Jason Tesauro offer timely advice and timeless wisdom for adventurous gents curious about: JAZZ & FLASKMANSHIP FRIENDS & GAFFES DATING & ENTERTAINING TWEETIQUETTE & MODERN LIT TUXEDOS & TATTOOS CAVIAR & CRASH PADS BYO, BBQ & IOUs With new sections covering the Digital Man, the Local Epicure, and the Bespoke Gent, this second edition provides a panoramic snapshot of the enlightened modern man: witty and poignant, traditional but tech savvy, flirtatious yet courtly. So roll up your yoga mat, uncork a Barolo, spin some vinyl, and crack open this freshly updated edition of The Modern Gentleman: your Man Cycle is peaking.