Author: R.J. Ellory
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1590208048
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
From a “master of the genre,” a psychological thriller about a detective who turns to a trauma survivor to track down a copycat serial killer. (New York Times bestselling authorClive Cussler) This murderer went after young courting couples in an attempt to “save their souls.” Nadia was killed by the first blow of the hammer. John survived, but was physically and psychologically scarred to an extent that few people could comprehend. He withdrew from society, hid in his apartment, and now only emerges to work as a crime researcher for a major newspaper. Damaged as he may be, no one in New Jersey knows more about serial killers than John Costello. So, when a new spate of murders starts--all seemingly random and unrelated--John is the only one who can discern the complex pattern that lies behind them. But could this dark knowledge threaten his own life? “So real is Ellory’s writing that the lines between journalism and crime fiction blur. Though Ellory’s standalone crime thrillers grab readers by the throat and don’t let go until the last page, Detective Irving has the makings of Connelly’s Harry Bosch on steroids, sure to be a repeat character—and made with cinematic success into a blockbuster movie.” —Bookreporter.com “Ellory’s gripping thriller should appeal to lovers of procedurals and may also draw readers of true crime, as it deals with many actual serial killings” —Library Journal
The Family of Man
Author: Edward Steichen
Publisher: ABRAMS
ISBN: 9780810961692
Category : Photography, Artistic
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
In the pages of this book are reproduced all of the 503 images that Steichen described as "photographs, made in all parts of the world, of the gamut of life from birth to death with emphasis on daily relationship..."-- Back cover.
Publisher: ABRAMS
ISBN: 9780810961692
Category : Photography, Artistic
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
In the pages of this book are reproduced all of the 503 images that Steichen described as "photographs, made in all parts of the world, of the gamut of life from birth to death with emphasis on daily relationship..."-- Back cover.
Tuesdays with Morrie
Author: Mitch Albom
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307414094
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A special 25th anniversary edition of the beloved book that has changed millions of lives with the story of an unforgettable friendship, the timeless wisdom of older generations, and healing lessons on loss and grief—featuring a new afterword by the author “A wonderful book, a story of the heart told by a writer with soul.”—Los Angeles Times “The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound place, gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it. For Mitch Albom, that person was his college professor Morrie Schwartz. Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights faded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn’t you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, receive wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger? Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man’s life. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final “class”: lessons in how to live. “The truth is, Mitch,” he said, “once you learn how to die, you learn how to live.” Tuesdays with Morrie is a magical chronicle of their time together, through which Mitch shares Morrie’s lasting gift with the world.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307414094
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A special 25th anniversary edition of the beloved book that has changed millions of lives with the story of an unforgettable friendship, the timeless wisdom of older generations, and healing lessons on loss and grief—featuring a new afterword by the author “A wonderful book, a story of the heart told by a writer with soul.”—Los Angeles Times “The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound place, gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it. For Mitch Albom, that person was his college professor Morrie Schwartz. Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights faded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn’t you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, receive wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger? Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man’s life. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final “class”: lessons in how to live. “The truth is, Mitch,” he said, “once you learn how to die, you learn how to live.” Tuesdays with Morrie is a magical chronicle of their time together, through which Mitch shares Morrie’s lasting gift with the world.
The Man-Kzin Wars
Author: Larry Niven
Publisher: Baen Publishing Enterprises
ISBN: 1625791054
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
A special commemoration of this long_running themed science fiction anthology edited by multiple #1 best seller, Larry Niven. Here is the 25th anniversary edition of the original volume that started it all. Includes an all_new introduction by Larry Niven for this re_issue of the first volume in a series that now numbers fourteen volumes and is still going strong. Larry Nivens bestselling Man_Kzin series begins! The kzin, formerly invincible conquerors of all they encountered, had a hard time dealing with their ignominious defeat by the leaf_eating humans. Some secretly hatched schemes for a rematch, others concentrated on gathering power within the kzin hierarchy, and some shamefully cooperated with the contemptible humans, though often for hidden motives. In war and in uneasy peace, here is the first masterful volume in the Man_Kzin Wars shared universe anthology created by multiple New York Times best_seller, incomparable tale_spinner, and Nebula_ and five_time Hugo_Award_winner, Larry Niven. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).
Publisher: Baen Publishing Enterprises
ISBN: 1625791054
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
A special commemoration of this long_running themed science fiction anthology edited by multiple #1 best seller, Larry Niven. Here is the 25th anniversary edition of the original volume that started it all. Includes an all_new introduction by Larry Niven for this re_issue of the first volume in a series that now numbers fourteen volumes and is still going strong. Larry Nivens bestselling Man_Kzin series begins! The kzin, formerly invincible conquerors of all they encountered, had a hard time dealing with their ignominious defeat by the leaf_eating humans. Some secretly hatched schemes for a rematch, others concentrated on gathering power within the kzin hierarchy, and some shamefully cooperated with the contemptible humans, though often for hidden motives. In war and in uneasy peace, here is the first masterful volume in the Man_Kzin Wars shared universe anthology created by multiple New York Times best_seller, incomparable tale_spinner, and Nebula_ and five_time Hugo_Award_winner, Larry Niven. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).
The Way of the Superior Man
Author: David Deida
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1427086680
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Deida explores the most important issues in men's lives--from career and family to women and intimacy to love and spirituality--to offer a practical guidebook for living a masculine life of integrity, authenticity, and freedom.
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1427086680
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Deida explores the most important issues in men's lives--from career and family to women and intimacy to love and spirituality--to offer a practical guidebook for living a masculine life of integrity, authenticity, and freedom.
The ComMANdments; The Official Guide Book to Man Rules, King-Size Edition
Author: Joseph Greene
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1105756629
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
{The KING-SIZE EDITION CONTAINS ALL MAN RULES FROM VOLUMES 1-5.} It is said that there are unwritten MAN RULES, which all Men abide by. Now these rules are written in one guidebook which clarifies what those rules are. The ComMANdments tells all the do's and don'ts Men need to know in basic life situations. For example, is it alright to sing in a public restroom? Can a Man hug another Man? Does the toilet seat go up or down? What is a wingman and what are his responsibilities? When can you call Shot-gun? The answers to these questions can be found in this Man Rule Guide Book along with Personal Space guidelines, Appearance and Hygiene, The Road Trip Man Rules, the Man Rules that will apply to the typical "Guy's Night Out," and many other Man Rules dealing with situations Men come across during their daily routine and situation yet to come like the Zombie Apocalypse. This KING-SIZE EDITION is what every Man needs in order to complete his quest to become a better Man!
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1105756629
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
{The KING-SIZE EDITION CONTAINS ALL MAN RULES FROM VOLUMES 1-5.} It is said that there are unwritten MAN RULES, which all Men abide by. Now these rules are written in one guidebook which clarifies what those rules are. The ComMANdments tells all the do's and don'ts Men need to know in basic life situations. For example, is it alright to sing in a public restroom? Can a Man hug another Man? Does the toilet seat go up or down? What is a wingman and what are his responsibilities? When can you call Shot-gun? The answers to these questions can be found in this Man Rule Guide Book along with Personal Space guidelines, Appearance and Hygiene, The Road Trip Man Rules, the Man Rules that will apply to the typical "Guy's Night Out," and many other Man Rules dealing with situations Men come across during their daily routine and situation yet to come like the Zombie Apocalypse. This KING-SIZE EDITION is what every Man needs in order to complete his quest to become a better Man!
The ComMANdments; The Official Guide Book to Man Rules, volume IV
Author: Joseph Greene
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1458385043
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
MAN RULES 4 - Man Rules 201-250. Volume 4 discusses the special Man Rules which are used for Holidays, it reveals how to properly amend a Man Rule and what is the punishment to breaking a Man Rule. Also included in volume 4 is the correct way to determine how many Man-Points a Man has by taking the Official MAN-POINTS TEST. {NOT the last volume because Volume FIVE is on the way}
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1458385043
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
MAN RULES 4 - Man Rules 201-250. Volume 4 discusses the special Man Rules which are used for Holidays, it reveals how to properly amend a Man Rule and what is the punishment to breaking a Man Rule. Also included in volume 4 is the correct way to determine how many Man-Points a Man has by taking the Official MAN-POINTS TEST. {NOT the last volume because Volume FIVE is on the way}
Iron John
Author: Robert Bly
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 9780306813764
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this deeply learned book, poet and translator Robert Bly offers nothing less than a new vision of what it is to be a man.Bly's vision is based on his ongoing work with men and reflections on his own life. He addresses the devastating effects of remote fathers and mourns the disappearance of male initiation rites in our culture. Finding rich meaning in ancient stories and legends, Bly uses the Grimm fairy tale "Iron John," in which the narrator, or "Wild Man," guides a young man through eight stages of male growth, to remind us of archetypes long forgotten-images of vigorous masculinity, both protective and emotionally centered.Simultaneously poetic and down-to-earth, combining the grandeur of myth with the practical and often painful lessons of our own histories, Iron John is a rare work that will continue to guide and inspire men-and women-for years to come.
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 9780306813764
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this deeply learned book, poet and translator Robert Bly offers nothing less than a new vision of what it is to be a man.Bly's vision is based on his ongoing work with men and reflections on his own life. He addresses the devastating effects of remote fathers and mourns the disappearance of male initiation rites in our culture. Finding rich meaning in ancient stories and legends, Bly uses the Grimm fairy tale "Iron John," in which the narrator, or "Wild Man," guides a young man through eight stages of male growth, to remind us of archetypes long forgotten-images of vigorous masculinity, both protective and emotionally centered.Simultaneously poetic and down-to-earth, combining the grandeur of myth with the practical and often painful lessons of our own histories, Iron John is a rare work that will continue to guide and inspire men-and women-for years to come.
The Shallow Man
Author: Coerte V. W. Felske
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780984078608
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
The 20th Anniversary Edition, the Author's Cut: 100 PAGES of PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED MATERIAL. Front cover featuring Alessandra Ambrosio; back cover featuring Ana Beatriz Barros, Alessandra Ambrosio, and Irina Shayk photographed by Peter Beard, Giant Polaroid "Tom Wolfe rewrites American Gigolo." -- Kirkus Reviews "The novel is crass, entertaining, slangy, and reeking of sun bronze and the fresh turnover of fleshy delights makes the narrator's decision to become an aging roue instead of a responsible adult seem like an honest, admirable choice. Felske writes like a gigolo and treats seduction as a dirty sport." -- James Wolcott, Vanity Fair "Model Citizen: the story of a man who never met a beautiful woman he didn't like." -- David Kelley, The New York Times Book Review "Favorite Novel: The Shallow Man by Coerte Felske which begins with the line 'I never met a model I didn't like.'" -- Candace Bushnell, Vogue "Coerte V.W. Felske's novel The Shallow Man turned the fashion world on its head-and introduced the term 'modelizer' into the collective consciousness." -- Detour "A Model Wordsmith." -- New York Magazine "In his first novel, The Shallow Man, Coerte V.W. Felske spins a clever tale of the narcissistic world of fashion modeling. In this comic send-up, Nick Laws is the shallow man whose every thought and word reflect his sole interest in life: boffing models. From the late-night clubs of Manhattan to the art deco bars of Miami, Nick searches for beautiful women to take to bed. He's so perfect, he's hilarious. Is there a man with a soul so noble that he has not entertained this fantasy? In real life, no one could stand around all day in his motorcycle jacket and sunglasses, purring platitudes to curvaceous dimwits. But Nick's relentless, self-conscious pursuit is very funny. Nick reminds us, "Never judge a book by its contents." Certainly not this book. The Shallow Man is fun, flash, and filigree--a sexy, witty spoof of the Nineties." -- Digby Diehl, Playboy "Shallow waters run deep. This stunning but unreflective man knows more than you think. Behind those big blank eyes and that deep tan is...well, something that women find hopelessly tempting: a healthy disdain for thinking too much. Since he can't be bothered connecting the dots, he maps out the politics of the jejune with an easy straight line. Reading the quick-witted prose, one begins to think less about things and more about Thing, the Shallow Man's tag for the women he dates: gorgeous, seemingly unattainable models. Nick Laws is like Hamlet without the mental baggage, tumbling Ophelia by Act II. Felske's The Shallow Man makes a case for the unexamined life." -- Esquire "I may not have been the king of Generation Face," proclaims hipster Nick Laws, in author Felske's first novel, "but I was definitely one of its princes." Nick can't get enough of "Thing" his catchphrase for impossibly stunning women; his every moment is devoted to bedding them-as long as they're not Civilians (regular-looking women). Spiked with original Nickspeak and hilarious dialogue, Felske's depiction of the physically elite is so clever in its anthropological detail that we can forgive his protagonist for just about anything. Besides, The Shallow Man harbors a few glimmers of Nick's humanity. You just have to dig to find them." -- People "PLAYBOY CENTERFOLD DATA SHEET, 'Favorite Book: "The Shallow Man" by Coerte Felske. It's about a very shallow man and his involvements with models.'" --Priscilla Lee Taylor, Miss March, 1996, Playboy ----------------------- "Fear not the Shallow Man, For all that is lost is one night." Such is the credo of Nick Laws, the suave party promoter who lives on the other side of the velvet ropes. Nick's world is an exclusive arena of fast-food romances, sex, and mind-boggling glamour. It's Nick Laws's obsession, and he is not in denial about it. "The Shallow Man" is his confession. Welcome to Generation Face...
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780984078608
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
The 20th Anniversary Edition, the Author's Cut: 100 PAGES of PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED MATERIAL. Front cover featuring Alessandra Ambrosio; back cover featuring Ana Beatriz Barros, Alessandra Ambrosio, and Irina Shayk photographed by Peter Beard, Giant Polaroid "Tom Wolfe rewrites American Gigolo." -- Kirkus Reviews "The novel is crass, entertaining, slangy, and reeking of sun bronze and the fresh turnover of fleshy delights makes the narrator's decision to become an aging roue instead of a responsible adult seem like an honest, admirable choice. Felske writes like a gigolo and treats seduction as a dirty sport." -- James Wolcott, Vanity Fair "Model Citizen: the story of a man who never met a beautiful woman he didn't like." -- David Kelley, The New York Times Book Review "Favorite Novel: The Shallow Man by Coerte Felske which begins with the line 'I never met a model I didn't like.'" -- Candace Bushnell, Vogue "Coerte V.W. Felske's novel The Shallow Man turned the fashion world on its head-and introduced the term 'modelizer' into the collective consciousness." -- Detour "A Model Wordsmith." -- New York Magazine "In his first novel, The Shallow Man, Coerte V.W. Felske spins a clever tale of the narcissistic world of fashion modeling. In this comic send-up, Nick Laws is the shallow man whose every thought and word reflect his sole interest in life: boffing models. From the late-night clubs of Manhattan to the art deco bars of Miami, Nick searches for beautiful women to take to bed. He's so perfect, he's hilarious. Is there a man with a soul so noble that he has not entertained this fantasy? In real life, no one could stand around all day in his motorcycle jacket and sunglasses, purring platitudes to curvaceous dimwits. But Nick's relentless, self-conscious pursuit is very funny. Nick reminds us, "Never judge a book by its contents." Certainly not this book. The Shallow Man is fun, flash, and filigree--a sexy, witty spoof of the Nineties." -- Digby Diehl, Playboy "Shallow waters run deep. This stunning but unreflective man knows more than you think. Behind those big blank eyes and that deep tan is...well, something that women find hopelessly tempting: a healthy disdain for thinking too much. Since he can't be bothered connecting the dots, he maps out the politics of the jejune with an easy straight line. Reading the quick-witted prose, one begins to think less about things and more about Thing, the Shallow Man's tag for the women he dates: gorgeous, seemingly unattainable models. Nick Laws is like Hamlet without the mental baggage, tumbling Ophelia by Act II. Felske's The Shallow Man makes a case for the unexamined life." -- Esquire "I may not have been the king of Generation Face," proclaims hipster Nick Laws, in author Felske's first novel, "but I was definitely one of its princes." Nick can't get enough of "Thing" his catchphrase for impossibly stunning women; his every moment is devoted to bedding them-as long as they're not Civilians (regular-looking women). Spiked with original Nickspeak and hilarious dialogue, Felske's depiction of the physically elite is so clever in its anthropological detail that we can forgive his protagonist for just about anything. Besides, The Shallow Man harbors a few glimmers of Nick's humanity. You just have to dig to find them." -- People "PLAYBOY CENTERFOLD DATA SHEET, 'Favorite Book: "The Shallow Man" by Coerte Felske. It's about a very shallow man and his involvements with models.'" --Priscilla Lee Taylor, Miss March, 1996, Playboy ----------------------- "Fear not the Shallow Man, For all that is lost is one night." Such is the credo of Nick Laws, the suave party promoter who lives on the other side of the velvet ropes. Nick's world is an exclusive arena of fast-food romances, sex, and mind-boggling glamour. It's Nick Laws's obsession, and he is not in denial about it. "The Shallow Man" is his confession. Welcome to Generation Face...