An exuberant biography of the life of the iconic photographer and naturalist Peter Beard, whose life and work captured the cultural imagination Peter Beard lived an astonishing life.
Tales from the forty-year career of the Hollywood entertainment manager and publicist to such stars as Lenny Kravitz, Bette Midler, the Bee Gees, and others.
Eldon Davis Rathburn (1916-2008), one of the most multi-dimensional, prolific, and endlessly fascinating composers of the twentieth century, wrote more music than any other Canadian composer of his generation.
Eldon Davis Rathburn (1916-2008), one of the most multi-dimensional, prolific, and endlessly fascinating composers of the twentieth century, wrote more music than any other Canadian composer of his generation.
Morley Calvert's Suite from the Monteregian Hills is cherished by brass players worldwide and performed hundreds of times annually, making Calvert perhaps the most performed Canadian composer outside the country.
The artist's impact on country music and how his death changed the genre A beloved member of the country music community, David "e;Stringbean"e; Akeman found nationwide fame as a cast member of Hee Haw.
From The Lady Eve, to The Big Valley, Barbara Stanwyck played parts that showcased her multidimensional talents but also illustrated the limits imposed on women in film and television.
Winner, 2024 RUSA Outstanding Reference AwardIncluding more than 300 alphabetically listed entries, this 2-volume set presents a timely and detailed overview of some of the most significant contributions women have made to American popular culture from the silent film era to the present day.
This is the extraordinary story of Elisabeth Beresford, creator of The Wombles, the furry, fun-loving recyclers of rubbish which became a children's publishing and television sensation in the 1970s.
This is the extraordinary story of Elisabeth Beresford, creator of The Wombles, the furry, fun-loving recyclers of rubbish which became a children's publishing and television sensation in the 1970s.
"e;Burning Horizon reminds us how British and American servicemen and women train together, learn together, and, when called upon, fight together to defeat threats to our common values.
Glanz und Elend, Erfolg und Ruin der beiden Mädas Primavesi zwischen Olmütz, Wien und Montréal: Die packende Romanbiografie zweier selbstbestimmter Frauen, die ihrer Zeit voraus waren.
LEBRON JAMES"e;LeBron James: A Biography of an NBA Superstar"e; is a must-read for anyone who loves basketball and wants to know more about one of the greatest players in the history of the game.
Grammy Awardnominated artist Kem shares his life in this ';breathtaking' (Michael Eric Dyson, New York Times bestselling author) and revealing memoir tracing his transformative journey from homelessness to gold-selling artist.
Jennette McCurdy erzählt herzergreifend und mit bitterem Humor von ihrem traumatischen Leben als ehemaliger Kinder-Star in »iCarly« und der krankhaften Beziehung zu ihrer MutterSeit sie denken kann, wird Jennette von ihrer Mutter beherrscht, emotional erpresst und psychisch wie körperlich missbraucht.
Switzerland has developed a distinctive yet evident culture over these years, this has been influenced by the neighboring countries and the international sentiment prevailing in Switzerland.
Depeche Modes großer WurfIm März 1990 veröffentlichten Depeche Mode das Album, das seitdem als ihr Meisterstück gilt: Violator war das siebte Album der Electro-Rocker, die in den Achtzigern erst Kultstatus genossen hatten und dann zu Weltruhm aufstiegen, ausverkaufte Stadien inklusive.
The story of model, actress, and American icon Edie Sedgwick as told by her sister with empathy, insight and firsthand observations of her meteoric life.
This visual salute to the First Lady of Television spans Betty White's more than 80 yearsas a performer and star of such legendary series as The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Golden Girls.
The real talk you want about pregnancy, birth, body image, and the newborn days from Meghan Trainor, the chart-topping singer-songwriter behind "e;All About That Bass"e; and "e;Dear Future Husband,"e; and, more importantly, Riley's mom.
Andrew Lauder is one of British record business's most significant and highly influential figures but outside the music industry few people will probably know his name.
Autobiography of an Androgyne is an autobiographical account of Ralph Werther, who was born female but later identified as an androgyne, meaning a person with both masculine and feminine characteristics.
Offering a fresh way to look at one of the best-selling hip hop artists of the early 21st century, this book presents Eminem's words, images, and music alongside comments from those who love and hate him, documenting why Eminem remains a cultural, spiritual, and economic icon in global popular culture.
This book provides detailed coverage of all the key conflict-related developments since the Arab Spring, a seminal event that began in December 2010 and continues to have major influence on events in the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond.
This volume explores our cultural celebration of food, blending lobster festivals, politicians' roadside eats, reality show "e;chef showdowns,"e; and gravity-defying cakes into a deeper exploration of why people find so much joy in eating.
