Download or read book Wonderful Williams and the Magnificent Seven written by Kwame Shauku and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-08-04 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wonderful Williams came to San Francisco from Lexington, Mississippi. She fell in love with a smooth talking Drug Dealing Pimp who proceeded to get her hooked and hookin'. Perhaps a bit slow and unaccustomed to the Fast Life, Wonderful managed to move up to Bottom Lady in her Pimps Stable. When he is ruthlessly gunned down, and on her own, she gets busted for soliciting a cop which is a bum rap, in the joint, she learns Martial Arts among other things. When finally released from the joint, she vows to never go back. Wonderful embarks on her Journey into Womanhood. This is the beginning of this series, and it promises to keep you coming back for more.
Download or read book Los Comancheros written by Kwame Shauku and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-09-09 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simon Spencer continues his Journey through manhood, as a Private Investigator and Finder of Missing Persons. Simon is hired by a long time friend to find her granddaughter who was kidnapped from her train coming home for Summer Vacation from a Texas University. Los Comancheros are a gang of renegade bikers who terrorize Interstate Highway 10 along the Texas, New Mexico and Arizona borders from Mexico. After rescuing his friend's granddaughter, he partners with the sister of a slain undercover policeman to free the Raramuri Slaves used by the Mexican Drug Cartel to process Cocaine. Heading home to San Francisco, Simon finds he is being hunted by the Mexican Mafia who follow him to San Francisco for a major gun battle at the San Francisco Airport. There are many action packed twists to this adventure.
Download or read book Fine Cars and Fast Women an Action Adventure written by Kwame Shauku and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-09-09 with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First in the Simon Spencer Private Investigator Series. It begins when Simon steps out of a San Francisco Night Club into a hail of bullets. He fires a single shot that hit his assailant between the eyes. A car chase and shootout ends in a City Park. Simon's car is destroyed by bullet holes. Marteena Brown, Simon's Personal Assistant in Simon Spencer Private Investigations; asks: "How many cars have you had anyway?" The answer is a story of growing up in Los Angeles. With the daily hustles, of collecting scrap metal for pocket money, a morning paper route, and becoming a Joint Roller in a two-bit Marijuana Operation.Marteena asks: "So what about girls?" Simon has graduated to Pimp and Gigolo under the tutelage of a Notorious Madam; then to Drug Running.When the husband of Simon's "Lady" is released from Prison, they pack up and move back East. Simon has to decide whether to continue his life of Crime, go to college, or join the Navy. Together we will follow Simon on his journey through manhood.
Download or read book The Trains an Action Adventure written by Kwame Shauku and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-08-04 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is actually the third novel in the Simon Spencer Action Adventure Series. We find Simon sitting in his office, humming, whistling and singing one of Johnny Mercer's tunes, I Took A Trip On A Train.Marteena, his Personal Assistant walks in, stands just inside his doorway,with her hands on her hips, feet apart, showcasing her sleek brown frame. He doesn't look up until she asks him why he sings that particular song, and what memories does it conjure up. He stops singing, looks up and says well come on in sit right down and I'll tell you all about my adventures on and off the Trains from here to the East Coast and back again as many times as I have gone. These little adventures along the railroad tracks of life have had some quirky twists in my journey through manhood.
Download or read book The Making of The Magnificent Seven written by Brian Hannan and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2015-05-11 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story behind The Magnificent Seven could have been a movie in itself. It had everything--actors' strike, writers' strike, Mexican government interference and a row between the screenwriters that left one removing his name from the credits, all under the lingering gloom of post-McCarthy era Hollywood. A flop on release, it later became a box office hit. This book tells the behind-the-scenes story: how Yul Brynner became the biggest independent producer in Hollywood; why John Sturges was not the first choice after Brynner surrendered the director's chair; why Sturges quit; the truth about the Mirisch Company (producers); the details of the film's botched release and unlikely redemption; the creation of Elmer Bernstein's classic score; and how internecine fighting prevented the making of the television series in 1963. Myths about Steve McQueen, his feud with Brynner and the scene-stealing antics of the cast are debunked. A close examination of the various screenplay drafts and the writers' source material--Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai--shows who wrote what. Extensive analysis of Sturges' directorial work is provided.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Great Popular Song Recordings written by Steve Sullivan and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-05-17 with total page 830 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volumes 3 and 4 of the The Encyclopedia of More Great Popular Song Recordings provides the stories behind approximately 1,700 more of the greatest song recordings in the history of the music industry, from 1890 to today. In this masterful survey, all genres of popular music are covered, from pop, rock, soul, and country to jazz, blues, classic vocals, hip-hop, folk, gospel, and ethnic/world music. Collectors will find detailed discographical data—recording dates, record numbers, Billboard chart data, and personnel—while music lovers will appreciate the detailed commentaries and deep research on the songs, their recording, and the artists. Readers who revel in pop cultural history will savor each chapter as it plunges deeply into key events—in music, society, and the world—from each era of the past 125 years. Following in the wake of the first two volumes of his original Encyclopedia of Great Popular Song Recordings, this follow-up work covers not only more beloved classic performances in pop music history, but many lesser -known but exceptional recordings that—in the modern digital world of “long tail” listening, re-mastered recordings, and “lost but found” possibilities—Sullivan mines from modern recording history. The Encyclopedia of Great Popular Song Recordings, Volumes 3 and 4 lets the readers discover, and, through their playlist services, from such as iTunes toand Spotify, build a truly deepcomprehensive catalog of classic performances that deserve to be a part of every passionate music lover’s life. Sullivan organizes songs in chronological order, starting in 1890 and continuing all the way throughto the present to include modern gems from June 2016. In each chapter, Sullivanhe immerses readers, era by era, in the popular music recordings of the time, noting key events that occurred at the time to painting a comprehensive picture in music history of each periodfor each song. Moreover, Sullivan includes for context bulleted lists noting key events that occurred during the song’s recording
Download or read book Fantastic Planets Forbidden Zones and Lost Continents written by Douglas Brode and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2015-10-30 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you judge by box office receipts, industry awards, or critical accolades, science fiction films are the most popular movies now being produced and distributed around the world. Nor is this phenomenon new. Sci-fi filmmakers and audiences have been exploring fantastic planets, forbidden zones, and lost continents ever since George Méliès’ 1902 film A Trip to the Moon. In this highly entertaining and knowledgeable book, film historian and pop culture expert Douglas Brode picks the one hundred greatest sci-fi films of all time. Brode’s list ranges from today’s blockbusters to forgotten gems, with surprises for even the most informed fans and scholars. He presents the movies in chronological order, which effectively makes this book a concise history of the sci-fi film genre. A striking (and in many cases rare) photograph accompanies each entry, for which Brode provides a numerical rating, key credits and cast members, brief plot summary, background on the film’s creation, elements of the moviemaking process, analysis of the major theme(s), and trivia. He also includes fun outtakes, including his top ten lists of Fifties sci-fi movies, cult sci-fi, least necessary movie remakes, and “so bad they’re great” classics—as well as the ten worst sci-fi movies (“those highly ambitious films that promised much and delivered nil”). So climb aboard spaceship Brode and journey to strange new worlds from Metropolis (1927) to Guardians of the Galaxy (2014).
Download or read book Motion Pictures From the Fabulous 1960 s written by Terry Rowan and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2015-08-15 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive film guide featuring films, directors, actors and actresses from the sixties.
Download or read book The Movie Guide written by James Monaco and published by Perigee Trade. This book was released on 1992 with total page 1200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From The Big Sleep to Babette's Feast, from Lawrence of Arabia to Drugstore Cowboy, The Movie Guide offers the inside word on 3,500 of the best motion pictures ever made. James Monaco is the president and founder of BASELINE, the world's leading supplier of information to the film and television industries. Among his previous books are The Encyclopedia of Film, American Film Now, and How to Read a Film.
Download or read book The Most Wonderful Christmas Tales Of All Time written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-28 with total page 8229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Most Wonderful Christmas Tales Of All Time stands as an unparalleled anthology, uniting the works of classic authors whose writings have shaped the literary landscape of Christmas storytelling. This collection showcases an array of styles, from the poetic musings of William Wordsworth and Emily Dickinson to the compelling narratives of Leo Tolstoy and Fyodor Dostoevsky, offering readers a panoramic view of Christmas through various lenses of time, culture, and emotion. The anthology not only features tales of warmth and joy but also explores the depths of the human condition during this festive season, making it a profound study in the duality of the human experience. The ensemble of authors contributing to this anthology speaks volumes of its literary significance. Figures such as Charles Dickens, known for immortalizing Christmas in Victorian England, and Mark Twain, with his uniquely American perspective, come together with authors like Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm, who bring a touch of European folklore and fairy tale magic. This multicultural and multispectacular compilation aligns with movements ranging from Romanticism to Realism, reflecting the evolving narrative of Christmas and its universal appeal across different epochs and societies. This anthology is recommended for readers eager to delve into the rich tapestry of Christmas literature. It offers an educational journey through the ages, revealing the shift in themes and sentiments surrounding the holiday season. Each story, poem, and tale within its pages is a mirror to the world from which it originated, providing insights not only into the essence of Christmas but also into the historical and cultural contexts of its time. Engaging with this collection promises not only a festive literary adventure but also a deeper appreciation for the myriad ways Christmas has been celebrated, contemplated, and cherished in literature.
Download or read book The Power of Names written by Stilovsky and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2018-05-09 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Names are so important as they identify and distinguish us from everyone else. But its not just our own names that hold such fascination those of the rich and famous play a great part in our lives. Felix Schrodinger and Pyotr Stilovsky have compiled in this, the second volume of the series, a compendium of information which will appeal to all who are intrigued with names and seek out knowledge for its own sake.
Download or read book The Majestic Twelve written by Jack W. Lynch, II and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2010-01-19 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As leader of the unit dubbed “The Majestic Twelve,” the author led his team on what some might call the most dangerous duty in the Iraq War—convoy escort. Lynch tells how he formed and commanded his all-volunteer unit, consisting of wildly varying personalities who nevertheless shared an unshakeable com mit - ment to each other and their missions. This action-packed narra tive, taking place between February and August 2004: • Describes how the Twelve performed 230 missions while never once losing a member of his team or escorts • Provides a poignant look at brave soldiers who pay for gun sights and body armor out of their own pockets • Offers a fascinating look at military life and camaraderie • Reveals how the Twelve were even criticized among their own ranks for doing their jobs—i.e., following the Rules of Engagements and engaging the enemy when called for This gripping military narrative shows how Lynch and his team fought the war one way: to win.
Download or read book Gardeners Chronicle written by and published by . This book was released on 1928 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Drive in Dream Girls written by Tom Lisanti and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2012-08-29 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the 1960s, a bushel of B-movies were produced and aimed at the predominantly teenage drive-in movie audience. At first teens couldn't get enough of the bikini-clad beauties dancing on the beach or being wooed by Elvis Presley, but by 1966 young audiences became more interested in the mini-skirted, go-go boot wearing, independent-minded gals of spy spoofs, hot rod movies and biker flicks. Profiled herein are fifty sexy, young actresses that teenage girls envied and teenage boys desired including Quinn O'Hara, Melody Patterson, Hilarie Thompson, Donna Loren, Pat Priest, Meredith MacRae, Arlene Martel, Cynthia Pepper, and Beverly Washburn. Some like Sue Ane Langdon, Juliet Prowse, Marlyn Mason, and Carole Wells, appeared in major studio productions while others, such as Regina Carrol, Susan Hart, Angelique Pettyjohn and Suzie Kaye were relegated to drive-in movies only. Each biography contains a complete filmography. Some also include the actresses' candid comments and anecdotes about their films, the people they worked with, and their feelings about acting. A list of web sites that provide further information is also included.
Download or read book Orchestral Pops Music written by Lucy Manning and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2013-10-10 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this second edition of Orchestral “Pops” Music: A Handbook, Lucy Manning brings forward to the present her remarkable compendium of information about this form of orchestral music. Since the appearance of the first edition in 2008, this work has proven critical to successful “pops” concert programming. With changes in publishers and agents, the discontinuation of the publication of certain original material or, worst of all, presses going out of business, music directors, orchestra conductors, and professional instrumentalists face formidable challenges in tracking down accurate information about this vast repertoire. This revised handbook alleviates the time-consuming task of researching these changes by offering a list of works for orchestral “pops” concerts that is comprehensive, informative, and current. Manning’s emphasis on clarity and accuracy gives users an indispensable tool for gathering vital information on the style, instrumentation, and availability of the repertoire listed, as well as notes on its performance. The user-friendly appendices include expanded instrumentation choices, easy-to-find durations, and handy title cross-references. In addition to corrections and updates, this new edition of Orchestral “Pops” Music includes at least 1,000 new title listings. Orchestral “Pops” Music: A Handbook is the ideal tool for working conductors and orchestral librarians, as well as music program directors at colleges, conservatories, and orchestras.
Download or read book The Santa s Great Treasure Chest 450 Christmas Novels Tales Carols Legends written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-10 with total page 8230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Santa's Great Treasure Chest: 450+ Christmas Novels, Tales, Carols & Legends represents an unparalleled assemblage of literary jewels, carefully curated to capture the essence and breadth of Christmas literature. Spanning centuries and encompassing a wide range of genres from poetry and carols to legends and novels this anthology celebrates the multifaceted nature of Christmas storytelling. The collection weaves together the traditional and the contemporary, the celebratory and the reflective, encapsulating the spirit of Christmas in its myriad forms. Standout pieces traverse the emotional landscape of the season, offering readers a panoramic view of Christmas through the ages and across cultures. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from diverse backgrounds and periods, bring a rich tapestry of voices to the anthology. From Dickens' quintessential Victorian Christmas to Andersen's poignant fairy tales, and from the reverent compositions of Isaac Watts to the pioneering realist narratives of Tolstoy and Chekhov, the collection underscores significant historical and cultural movements. It reflects the evolution of Christmas literature, showcasing how each era's social, political, and religious contexts have shaped storytelling traditions. This confluence of perspectives creates a unique narrative harmony, deepening our understanding of Christmas and its impact on the literary canon. For readers seeking to explore the depth and diversity of Christmas literature, The Santa's Great Treasure Chest offers an unrivaled opportunity. This anthology not only provides a compendium of festive stories but also serves as a lens through which the evolution of the holiday and its literature can be viewed. It invites readers to embark on a scholarly journey through the snow-draped landscapes of literary history, uncovering the myriad ways in which Christmas has inspired some of the greatest writers across time. Engrossing, enlightening, and profoundly moving, this collection is a must-have for anyone wishing to delve into the heart of Christmas storytelling.
