Plexus publishing okt 2016 (3 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Ever wished that you could spot a Maduro cigar at ten paces Excuse yourself from work for the day whilst remaining entirely above suspicion Dissuade your wife from purchasing those abominably unflattering slacks Then let Manly Manners for the Impeccable Gent be your guide. Penned in 1961 by Mr Guy Egmont - a shining specimen of manhood in the 1960s - it remains the last word in gentlemen's etiquette.Whatever the dilemma you're facing - whether you're looking to select the perfect white shirt or wondering what to get the servants for Christmas - you're sure to find the answer within these pages. Filled with little-known secrets to help you get ahead in business, in society and in your romantic affairs, Egmont provides invaluable guidance on everything from the Queen's English to dealing with the impertinent inquiries of the press on your return from the London Clinic. A trove of advice for the aspiring gentleman-about-town, Manly Manners remains as relevant today as ever, proving that good manners never go out of style.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Joy Division: Piece by Piece is the definitive collection of writings on the legendary cult band. In addition to collecting Morley's own classic works about the band from the late '70s/early '80s, this unique book includes his eloquent Ian Curtis obituary and his hindsight pieces on the significance of the group, framed by an extensive retrospective essay. Contemporary elements include Morley's critique of the films 24 Hour Party People - which told the story of the band's record label, Factory - and Control, for which the author visited the set during production.Most movingly, Morley includes the original text that grew into his literary work Nothing, which parallels the suicide of Curtis with that of his own father. He also evokes the zeitgeist and the 'psycho-geography' of Manchester, which combined to produce the most uniquely intense rock group ever.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A stylish and informative guide to beauty from the golden age of Hollywood glamour, Vintage Secrets: Hollywood Beauty teaches readers how to recreate a wide variety of iconic looks - from the pencil-thin, arched eyebrows and kohl-rimmed eyes made famous by silent-film starlet Clara Bow to Rita Hayworth's luxuriant locks and Marilyn Monroe's 'blonde all over' glow.Inside, you'll find a wealth of tips and tricks used by icons of the silver screen - and learn just how far some of them were prepared to go to obtain their famous looks. Packed with instructions, illustrations, and classic photographs, as well as timeless advice from fashion figureheads such as legendary Vogue editor Diana Vreeland and iconic designer Coco Chanel, Vintage Secrets: Hollywood Beauty is the go-to beauty guide for film fans and fashionistas alike.…