Download or read book The Innocent Man written by John Grisham and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2010-03-16 with total page 409 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • LOOK FOR THE NETFLIX ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY SERIES • “Both an American tragedy and [Grisham’s] strongest legal thriller yet, all the more gripping because it happens to be true.”—Entertainment Weekly John Grisham’s first work of nonfiction: a true crime masterpiece that tells the story of small town justice gone terribly awry. In the Major League draft of 1971, the first player chosen from the state of Oklahoma was Ron Williamson. When he signed with the Oakland A’s, he said goodbye to his hometown of Ada and left to pursue his dreams of big league glory. Six years later he was back, his dreams broken by a bad arm and bad habits. He began to show signs of mental illness. Unable to keep a job, he moved in with his mother and slept twenty hours a day on her sofa. In 1982, a twenty-one-year-old cocktail waitress in Ada named Debra Sue Carter was raped and murdered, and for five years the police could not solve the crime. For reasons that were never clear, they suspected Ron Williamson and his friend Dennis Fritz. The two were finally arrested in 1987 and charged with capital murder. With no physical evidence, the prosecution’s case was built on junk science and the testimony of jailhouse snitches and convicts. Dennis Fritz was found guilty and given a life sentence. Ron Williamson was sent to death row. If you believe that in America you are innocent until proven guilty, this book will shock you. If you believe in the death penalty, this book will disturb you. If you believe the criminal justice system is fair, this book will infuriate you. Don’t miss Framed, John Grisham’s first work of nonfiction since The Innocent Man, co-authored with Centurion Ministries founder Jim McCloskey.

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Download or read book The Strain written by Guillermo Del Toro and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 615 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In one week, Manhattan will be gone. In one month, the country. In two months . . . the world. At New York's JFK Airport an arriving Boeing 777 taxiing along a runway suddenly stops dead. All the shades have been drawn, all communication channels have mysteriously gone quiet. Dr. Eph Goodweather, head of a CDC rapid-response team investigating biological threats, boards the darkened plane . . . and what he finds makes his blood run cold. A terrifying contagion has come to the unsuspecting city, an unstoppable plague that will spread like an all-consuming wildfire—lethal, merciless, hungry . . . vampiric. And in a pawnshop in Spanish Harlem an aged Holocaust survivor knows that the war he has been dreading his entire life is finally here . . .

Download or read book In Search of Elena Ferrante written by Karen Bojar and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elena Ferrante--named one of the 100 most influential people in 2016 by Time magazine--is best known for her Neapolitan novels, which explore such themes as the complexity of female friendship; the joys and constraints of motherhood; the impact of changing gender roles; the pervasiveness of male violence; the struggle for upward mobility; and the impact of the feminist movement. Ferrante's three novellas encompass similar themes, focusing on moments of extreme tension in women's lives. This study analyzes the integration of political themes and feminist theory in Ferrante's works, including men's entrapment in a sexist script written for them from time immemorial. Her decision to write under a pseudonym is examined, along with speculation that Rome-based translator Anita Raja and her husband Domenico Starnone are coauthors of Ferrante's books.

Download or read book Contemporary Television Series written by Silvia Branea and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2014-06-19 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contemporary Television Series: Narrative Structures and Audience Perception proposes an interdisciplinary and multicultural approach of old concepts like fiction, reality and narrativity applied to actual worldwide television series. The authors that have contributed to this volume analyze the almost invisible barriers between fiction and reality in television series from different perspectives. The results of their studies are extremely interesting and revealing. The new perspectives offered by this volume will be of great interest to any scholar of European and international studies, because they bring to light new ideas, new methodologies and results that could be further developed. This volume allows readers to explore these unique insights, even if they are not senior researchers, and to easily digest the content, and also to acknowledge the impact of the viewing of television series on reality and on their own lives.

Download or read book Introduction to Succession TV series written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Succession is an American television drama series that premiered on HBO in June 2018. The series is created by Jesse Armstrong and is loosely based on the Murdoch family dynasty. The story revolves around the Roy family, who owns one of the world's largest media and entertainment conglomerates known as Waystar Royco. The patriarch of the family, Logan Roy, is the founder and CEO of the company but has health issues that position him to name his successor. However, he remains indecisive about who should take over the family business, causing a power struggle among his four children, each of whom possesses their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The first season of the show received critical acclaim, with praise for the writing, performances, and direction. The series received numerous award nominations, including five Primetime Emmy Awards, winning Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series, and being nominated for Best Drama Series. The series portrays the complexities and intrigues of a wealthy and powerful family who are willing to do whatever it takes to gain control of their family business. The show also delves into the personal lives of the Roy family, revealing their flaws, dysfunctional relationships, and secrets. The series is currently in its third season and continues to captivate audiences with its intense drama and plot twists.

Download or read book Introduction to Swarm TV series written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Swarm is a 2021 science-fiction TV series that is available on Netflix. The show is created by Frank Doelger and directed by Luke Watson. It is co-produced by Netflix and ZDF, a German public-service broadcaster. The story of Swarm revolves around a deadly virus that spreads across the world, causing individuals to behave abnormally. The virus seems to be attacking only humans, making them violent and uncontrollable. Governments are failing to control the situation, and as a result, a group of volunteers steps forward to find a way to fix the problem. The series’ main protagonist is Dr. Caroline Valez, a microbiologist who works with the World Health Organisation's Epidemic Intelligence Service. Valez is part of a team of researchers and experts who are sent to investigate the virus. The group comprises of various professionals, including epidemiologists, behaviorists, and a social media expert. Swarm is a thrilling series that explores both scientific and human elements. From the perspective of science, the show presents the challenge of identifying and overcoming the virus that causes the zombie-like behavior. On the other hand, Swarm delves into human behaviors at their worst, while at the same time showcasing the power of collective action.

Download or read book Exposure written by Kathy Reichs and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-03-04 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “If you like the TV show Bones (I do) or Maximum Ride, you’ll love Virals.”—James Patterson Another thrilling Virals adventure from New York Times bestsellers Kathy and Brendan Reichs. When twin classmates are abducted from Bolton Prep, Tory and the Virals decide there’s no one better equipped than them to investigate. But the gang has other problems to face. Their powers are growing wilder, and becoming harder to control. Chance Claybourne is investigating the disastrous medical experiment that twisted their DNA. The bonds that unite them are weakening, threatening the future of the pack itself. The Virals must decipher the clues and track down a ruthless criminal before he strikes again, all while protecting their secret from prying eyes. And everyone seems to be watching.

Download or read book Nemesis written by Brendan Reichs and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-03-21 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Orphan Black meets Lord of the Flies in this riveting new thriller from the co-author of the Virals series. It's been happening since Min was eight. Every two years, on her birthday, a strange man finds her and murders her in cold blood. But hours later, she wakes up in a clearing just outside her tiny Idaho hometown—alone, unhurt, and with all evidence of the horrifying crime erased. Across the valley, Noah just wants to be like everyone else. But he’s not. Nightmares of murder and death plague him, though he does his best to hide the signs. But when the world around him begins to spiral toward panic and destruction, Noah discovers that people have been lying to him his whole life. Everything changes in an eye blink. For the planet has a bigger problem. The Anvil, an enormous asteroid threatening all life on Earth, leaves little room for two troubled teens. Yet on her sixteenth birthday, as she cowers in her bedroom, hoping not to die for the fifth time, Min has had enough. She vows to discover what is happening in Fire Lake and uncovers a lifetime of lies: a vast conspiracy involving the sixty-four students of her sophomore class, one that may be even more sinister than the murders.

Download or read book Web TV Series written by Dan Williams and published by Pocket Essentials. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Television shows, feature films, live sporting events - just about anything can be watched on phones, computers, tablets and a host of devices. As the new media marketplace continues to expand, so does demand for original content and opportunities for filmmakers. Online distributors such as Youtube, Hulu and Funny or Die are interested in aquiring web series that attract audiences and appeal to advertisers. Finally there is a book which provides advice and expertise to help readers create their own original, successful online series, and then market it.

Download or read book An Impossible Impostor written by Deanna Raybourn and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While investigating a man claiming to be the long-lost heir to a noble family, Veronica Speedwell gets the surprise of her life in this new adventure from the New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award–nominated author Deanna Raybourn. London, 1889. Veronica Speedwell and her natural historian beau Stoker are summoned by Sir Hugo Montgomerie, head of Special Branch. He has a personal request on behalf of his goddaughter, Euphemia Hathaway. After years of traveling the world, her eldest brother, Jonathan, heir to Hathaway Hall, was believed to have been killed in the catastrophic eruption of Krakatoa a few years before. But now a man matching Jonathan’s description and carrying his possessions has arrived at Hathaway Hall with no memory of his identity or where he has been. Could this man truly be Jonathan, back from the dead? Or is he a devious impostor, determined to gain ownership over the family's most valuable possessions—a legendary parure of priceless Rajasthani jewels? It's a delicate situation, and Veronica is Sir Hugo's only hope. Veronica and Stoker agree to go to Hathaway Hall to covertly investigate the mysterious amnesiac. Veronica is soon shocked to find herself face-to-face with a ghost from her past. To help Sir Hugo discover the truth, she must open doors to her own history that she long believed to be shut for good.

Download or read book Introduction to Luther TV series written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Luther" is a British crime drama television series that follows the personal and professional life of DCI John Luther, played by Idris Elba. The series features six seasons, each carrying four to six episodes. Luther is known for his obsessive pursuit of justice and his unique crime-solving methods, which often land him in trouble with his superiors. Throughout the series, Luther battles with his inner demons, struggles to maintain his relationships, and deals with the consequences of his actions. The intense dynamics between the characters make this series a gripping watch, as viewers are kept on the edge of their seats while Luther tries to outsmart the criminals. The show has been well-received for its excellent performances, cinematic quality, and tense atmosphere. Elba's portrayal of Luther has been lauded by critics, with his character being described as "compelling," "tortured," and "brilliant." The show has been praised for its complex and multi-layered storytelling, with each season adding a new layer of depth to Luther's character. The series has been nominated for a number of awards, including several Emmys and Golden Globes. With its heart-thumping action and heart-wrenching moments, "Luther" is a must-watch for fans of the crime genre.

Download or read book Introduction to The Glory TV series written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Glory is a historical drama series that centers around the life and times of Catherine the Great, a renowned Empress who ruled the Russian Empire from 1762 until her death in 1796. The series explores Catherine’s rise to power, as well as her love life, controversies, and political conflicts that shaped her reign. The show is set in the 18th century, a time of political turmoil, social upheaval, and cultural transformation that led to the Enlightenment. The Glory features a star-studded cast, with Australian actress Elle Fanning playing the lead role of Catherine. Other notable cast members include Nicholas Hoult, who portrays Peter III, Catherine’s husband and predecessor, and Phoebe Fox, who plays Marial, Catherine’s loyal maid and confidante. The series is produced by MediaRes and Echo Lake Entertainment, and was created by Tony McNamara, who also wrote the script for the Oscar-winning film The Favourite. The show has been praised for its production quality, strong performances, and attention to historical accuracy. The Glory premiered on May 15, 2021, on Hulu, and has since gained a large following and critical acclaim.

Download or read book Introduction to The Last of Us TV series written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Last of Us is an upcoming TV series adaptation of the popular video game, developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. The game was released in 2013 and quickly gained a strong following for its narrative, characters, and gameplay. It takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has been decimated by a fungal outbreak that turns people into zombie-like creatures. The story follows Joel, a smuggler, and Ellie, a teenage girl, as they journey across the United States in search of safety. The TV series will be produced by HBO, with Neil Druckmann, who was the writer and creative director of the game, serving as one of the executive producers. Craig Mazin, who wrote and produced the critically acclaimed Chernobyl, will be the showrunner. The series is highly anticipated by fans of the game, who are eager to see how the story and characters will be adapted for television. So far, there is no release date for the series, but it is expected to premiere sometime in 2022.

Download or read book The Cult TV Book written by Stacey Abbott and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2010-05-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As evidenced by the recent proliferation of fan conventions, television show boxed sets, and collectible character figurines, cult TV shows have arguably become the most vital and interesting programming on television. The once-marginal genre manifests itself in a remarkable variety of programs, from the suburban mob drama The Sopranos to the beloved occult fantasy Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The Cult TV Book is a guide to this phenomenon, complete with lively and diverse analyses of the work that goes into conceiving and marketing a cult series, as well as numerous investigations that explore the unique cult appeal of individual programs. Leading scholars, journalists, and writers consider the many aspects of a show — both script-based and visual — that attract the kind of uncompromisingly loyal fan bases that we know as “Trekkies,” for example, or, more recently, “Losties.” The Cult TV Book sheds light on the heretofore under-examined science of addictive TV programming, pinpointing the complex arcs and intentionally inadequate explanations that keep viewers coming back for more. The contributors cover every corner of the cult map, all the while trying to define the elusive genre, to understand the cult TV obsession from the outside in.

Download or read book Television Series as Literature written by Reto Winckler and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-01-19 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how television series can be understood as a form of literature, bridging the gap between literary and television studies. It goes beyond existing adaptation studies and narratological approaches to television series in both its scope and depth. The respective chapters address literary works, themes, tropes, techniques, values, genres, and movements in relation to a broad variety of television series, while drawing on the theoretical work of a host of scholars from Simone de Beauvoir and Yuri Lotman to Ted Nannicelli and Jason Mittel, and on critical approaches ranging from narratology and semiotics to empirical sociology and phenomenology. The book fosters new ways of understanding television series and literature and lays the groundwork for future scholarship in a number of fields. By questioning the alleged divide between television series and works of literature, it contributes not only to a better understanding of television series and literary texts themselves, but also to the development of interdisciplinary scholarship in the humanities.

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