Simon schuster okt 2012 (50 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The debut novel from one of Britain's best young comedians.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When journalist Daniel Quinn meets Ernest Hemingway at the Floridita bar in Havana, Cuba, in 1957, he has no idea that his own affinity for simple, declarative sentences will change his life radically overnight.So begins William Kennedy's latest novel -- a tale of revolutionary intrigue, heroic journalism, crooked politicians, drug-running gangsters, Albany race riots, and the improbable rise of Fidel Castro. Quinn's epic journey carries him through the nightclubs and jungles of Cuba and into the newsrooms and racially charged streets of Albany on the day Robert Kennedy is fatally shot in 1968. The odyssey brings Quinn, and his exotic but unpredictable wife Renata, a debutante revolutionary, face to face with the darkest facets of human nature and illuminates the power of love in the presence of death.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A REVEALING PERSONAL STORY: An ambitious businesswoman, Jenner will delve into the world of living a hectic life in the celebrity spotlight as well as touch on the themes of love, loss, marriage, divorce and motherhood, which should resonate with a wide range of women. Jenner will talk about being the mother of six children, her marriage to Olympic champion Bruce Jenner, her controversial parenting style, O.J. Simpson (She was married to the late Robert Kardashian, O.J.'s defense lawyer and was the best friend of murdered Nicole Brown Simpson), her work in television (she is currently the executive producer of all four hit Kardashian shows - Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami, Kourtney and Kim Take New York, Khloe & Lamar).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Haunting and dreamlike.' -Cassandra Clare, author of the New York Times bestselling Moral Instruments series A grieving teen plagued by visions tries to determine if she's hallucinating or being haunted in this first book in the Mara Dyer young adult thriller trilogy that 'will satisfy mystery lovers, dark fantasy seekers, horror believers, and readers who have a knack for romance' (VOYA).When Mara Dyer wakes up in a hospital, she learns that she's the sole survivor of an accident that killed her boyfriend and closest friends. She can't remember the building collapsing-or why they were at the old asylum in the first place, and she doesn't put up much of a fight when her mom decides it would be best for the family to make a fresh start, leaving Rhode Island for Miami. At her new elite private school, the popular kids immediately single Mara out and bully her relentlessly-except for Noah, a charming bad boy with a knack for drawing Mara out of her shell. But Mara can't leave her ghosts behind. Her mom tells her she's suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, that the razed buildings and dead friends Mara sees are hallucinations, but Mara can't help but wonder if there's more to her visions. When people around her begin dying, Mara becomes even more desperate to determine reality from nightmare. With Noah's help, can Mara separate what's real from what's imagined.and what's very, very dangerous.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The haunting new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Flowers in the Attic.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Oatmeal's most popular cat jokes, plus 15 new and never-before-seen cat-themed comics, are presented in this hilarious collection from Matthew Inman, creator of the popular website The Oatmeal.#1 New York Times BestsellerIf your cat is kneading you, that's not a sign of affection. Your cat is actually checking your internal organs for weakness. If your cat brings you a dead animal, it isn't a gift. It's a warning. How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You is a hilarious, brilliant offering of comics, facts, and instructional guides about crazy cat behaviors from the creative wonderland at The Oatmeal.Bestselling cat humor comic collection from Matthew Inman, creator of The Oatmeal, with fan-favorite strips like 'How to Pet a Kitty' and 'Cat vs. Internet,' plus 15 brand-new comics and a bonus pull-out posterIdeal for readers who love cat memes, quirky humor, and webcomicsBite-sized comics and visual humor make this book perfect for casual reading or picking up whenever you need a laughA great, laugh-out-loud gift for birthdays, holidays, or any cat-obsessed friend and fan of absurd humorHelp the cat lover in your life understand what their furry companion is really thinking! How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You is a must-read-open the book and prepare to laugh (and maybe sleep with one eye open).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - David Cooper cheats on his wife. She doesn't know, and that suits him fine. Until Claudia appears and David wants out of his marriage. But Claudia has different ideas - different dreams: to be a model, an actress, a star. And she'll do anything to make it. Just name a price The World is Full of Married Men is a devastating exposure of the cut-throat media business - the phony promises and the very real power of the casting couch.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A stylish new caper in the acclaimed series starring the deliciously addictive, designer bargain-hunting paralegal Finley Anderson Tanner!Getting framed has never been a good look. Fashionista paralegal Finley Anderson Tanner's hands are fuller than a coupon-clipping soccer mom's at a BOGO sale. She's in a fierce eBay bidding war to buy parts for her DIY Rolex, she's finally taking on some criminal cases at work, and she's torn between two drop-dead gorgeous menher ultra-responsible boss Tony Caprelli and badboy private eye Liam McGarrity. Just when she thinks life is out of curveballs, Liam shows up at her house with a bullet woundand a shocking confession. When Liam was a cop, he was framed for shooting a teenage boy in a drug bust. Now the same gun used to shoot the kid has resurfaced at the homicide scene of his ex-partner. On the run from the police, Liam needs Finley's help to clear his name. How can she say no to the man who always bails her out of troubleeven if it means incurring Tony's wrath when he learns she's aiding and abetting a fugitive But the murderer is clever, and if Finley's not careful, she's going to shop till she drops . . . dead.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A moving and "beautifully observed" (The New York Times) story about how the events of a single night ripple through the lives they touch, revealing how deeply interconnected we are, and how those who flourish and those who unravel may be far closer than they seem. Late one night in 1983, after Carmen's wedding reception at an artists' co-op in rural Wisconsin, a carload of drunk and tired wedding guests begin a drive back to Chicago when tragedy strikes on a dark country road. Over the next twenty-five years, the events from that night continue to haunt those involved in the accident as they connect and disconnect, never completely free of each other or the accident that binds them together. It echoes through each of their struggles with love, relationships, marriage, parenthood, careers, political activism, and addiction. Carry the One powerfully explores how one life affects another, and how those who thrive and those who self-destruct are closer to each other than we'd expect. Whether they take refuge in art, drugs, social justice, or love, Carol Anshaw's characters are sympathetic, funny, and uncannily familiar as they reflect back to us our deepest pain and longings, our joys, and our transcendent moments of understanding.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - At last! A beginner's guide to newborn baby technology, complete with step-by-step instructions, FAQs, and schematics, from a board-certified pediatrician and his son (an older model).Congratulations you ve just acquired one of life s biggest technological marvels: a newborn baby! New owners have so many questions: How do I handle sleep malfunctions When should I bring the baby to a doctor for servicing What transportation accessories do I need New users will get plenty of useful advice on: PREPARATION AND HOME INSTALLATION: How to store your baby properlyGENERAL CARE: Effective techniques for handling, holding, and comforting the babyFEEDING: An in-depth guide to your baby s power supply, from breastfeeding to solid foodPROGRAMMING SLEEP MODE: How to Configure baby s sleeping area and manage issues such as overstimulationGENERAL MAINTENANCE: Keep that new baby smell fresh with tips on sanitation and care, such as diaper installation and cleaningGROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT: Perform user testing on baby s reflexes, note and track milestones, plus advanced motor and sensory skillsSAFETY AND EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE: Monitor baby s health, tackle childproofing, learn life-saving procedures, plus get fixes for minor issues such as cradle cap and diaper rashWhatever your concerns, celebrated pediatrician Dr. Louis Borgenight and his son, Joe Borgenicht, provide plenty of useful advice for anyone who wants to learn the basics of childcare.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The #1 New York Times bestselling account of a neurosurgeon's own near-death experience-for readers of 7 Lessons from Heaven. Thousands of people have had near-death experiences, but scientists have argued that they are impossible. Dr. Eben Alexander was one of those scientists. A highly trained neurosurgeon, Alexander knew that NDEs feel real, but are simply fantasies produced by brains under extreme stress.Then, Dr. Alexander's own brain was attacked by a rare illness. The part of the brain that controls thought and emotion-and in essence makes us human-shut down completely. For seven days he lay in a coma. Then, as his doctors considered stopping treatment, Alexander's eyes popped open. He had come back. Alexander's recovery is a medical miracle. But the real miracle of his story lies elsewhere. While his body lay in coma, Alexander journeyed beyond this world and encountered an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of super-physical existence. There he met, and spoke with, the Divine source of the universe itself. Alexander's story is not a fantasy. Before he underwent his journey, he could not reconcile his knowledge of neuroscience with any belief in heaven, God, or the soul. Today Alexander is a doctor who believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real and that death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition. This story would be remarkable no matter who it happened to. That it happened to Dr. Alexander makes it revolutionary. No scientist or person of faith will be able to ignore it. Reading it will change your life.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A practical book on meditation and enlightenment, a must read for any spritual seeker. A less rational and more poetic Eckhart Tolle; Kahlil Gibran meets Krishnamurti.Ilie Cioara's message is original and unique, as he never travelled to India and never belonged to any traditional school. By practising the silence of the mind, through an all-encompassing attention, we discover and fulfill our innermost potential of becoming one with the divine spark that lies dormant within us.I Am BoundlessnessI am spontaneous simplicityMind, heart and feeling,A whole being, absolute fullnessLove in action.This stateReveals itself naturally;When the mind is awakened,All becomes One.The past melts awayIn the light of all-encompassing Attention;In emptiness, the Sacred reveals itselfIn its natural brilliance.Experiencing the moment,The personal mind is dissipatedExpanding into InfinityAs Universal Mind.Each such encounterTransforms us radically,For in each sparkle of consciousnessWe are newness, Divinity, Reality.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - MONOGAMY HAS MET ITS MATCH When it comes to scoring on the side, this book is your best friend. Comedians Bill Burr, Joe DeRosa, and Robert Kelly have experienced the rich pleasures and unspeakable risks of romantic infidelity, and survived to tell their tales. Now, they impart all the wisdom, advice, and humor they picked up along the way, including how to: \* Wipe away your shame and guiltand get smart before you get hard \* Conduct your filth with the right chick, in the right place, at the right time \* Take an hour to shower and scourand fight your worst enemy: glitter \* Explain a strange scrunchy, hair extension, or pair of earrings to your girl \* Navigate strip clubs, massage parlors, and women of the night \* Lie like a womanand call it quits without getting caught Featuring ten true stories from men who've lived the life and a link to watch Burr, DeRosa, and Kelly's hilarious short film of the same name, Cheat is a wickedly smart field guide to philandering that will revolutionize your game. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Jocelyn has two boys in her life. And a priest. Gabe has shared fourteen years of growing up next door. He's 'a golden boy, an all-star.' Yet now, in the spring of 1975, he's missing, disappeared on the brink of senior year at Weaver High. The whole town is set to go searching for him. Benny has only been in New Hampshire since January, yet for Joss, he's the answer to a long-held prayer to be someone in somebody's eyes. She loves them both. Father Warren -- hair turning white and 'kind of cool in his black clothes' -- is a link between the three of them. Or a wedge. Or a threat. For Joss, the priest holds power over her sense of herself; for Benny, power over his soul; for Gabe, so mysterious and alluring, he holds the power of destiny. In a story shot with suspense, these four characters, and the lives of others they've touched in their small town, intermingle with unforgettable force.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this guide to learning to love yourself as an imperfect mother, readers will find sixty affirmations, including action steps and encouraging messages, from early childhood education expert Gigi Schweikert. At some point in her journey, every mother has asked herself "am I a good mother " It is undeniable that doubt, guilt, and uncertainty plague even the best of moms. Even the most certain mothers can doubt themselves, but this book is here to remind all mothers that God has placed all the qualities needed to be the mother she wants to be in her. Within the pages of this guide, you will find all the affirmation and inspiration needed to be sure of that. In Am I a Good Mother , author Gigi Schweikert shares sixty five-minute devotionals written with your busy day in mind and your greatest needs in view. In these devotionals, struggling mothers will find brief messages of encouragement, practical "I can do that!" ideas, thoughtful prayers, and meaningful scriptures that will make them confident in their ability to be a mother.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get seduced by a sizzling account of attraction and betrayal in this previously self-published phenomenon.There was something wicked about Beau that drew me to him. What was wrong with me Why did I want to sin so badly Ashton is getting tired of being good, of impressing her parents and playing ideal girlfriend to Sawyer Vincent. Sawyer is perfect, a regular Prince Charming, but when he leaves town for the summer, it's his cousin Beau who catches Ashton's eye. Beau is the sexiest guy she's ever seen, and even though he's dangerous, Ashton is drawn to him.Beau loves his cousin like a brother, so the last thing he wants to do is make a move on Sawyer's girl. Ashton is off-limits, absolutely. That's why he does his best to keep his distance, even though he's been in love with her forever. When Ashton wants to rekindle their childhood friendship in Sawyer's absence, Beau knows he should say no.Ashton and Beau don't want to hurt Sawyer. But the more they try to stay away from each other, the more intense their urges become. It's getting way too hard to resist.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - As seen on the Today show, the coauthor of the internationally bestselling 4 Ingredient series shows how to prepare yummy, healthy food for the smallest members of the family.Baby Bowl is the new baby food bible! Mealtime is a fairly simple process during the first four to six months of a baby's life. But making the transition from breast milk or formula to solid food can be a challenge for everyone, especially Mom and Dad! When do I introduce solid food to my baby Which foods are the most appropriate for what age How much food should I make for my baby What do I feed to a sick child Which foods are safe enough for my baby to eat in the car Baby Bowl answers all these questions and offers parents a collection of healthy recipes designed to happily fill little bellies. With three young boys of her own, bestselling cookbook author Kim McCosker has ensured that the home-tested recipes in Baby Bowl provide the love and nourishment needed for a lifetime of good eating habits. Readers will find fast, easy-to-prepare recipes, organized by age; superfoods to try and when to try them; essential advice on nutritional value; tips on how long to cook, how to serve, and whether to freeze; menu planners; and gluten-free and dairy-free recipes. Covering a smorgasbord of delicious meals and snacks for babies from four months to a year, all the recipes in Baby Bowl are easy to follow and use only the freshest ingredients. So throw out those jars of goop and start cooking from scratchwith this book as your guide, it will be easier than you think.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From Susan Orleanacclaimed New York Times bestselling author of The Orchid Thief and The Library BookRin Tin Tin is "an unforgettable book about the mutual devotion between one man and one dog" (The Wall Street Journal).He believed the dog was immortal. So begins Susan Orlean's sweeping, powerfully moving account of Rin Tin Tin's journey from abandoned puppy to international movie-star dog who appeared in twenty-seven films throughout the 1920s. Spanning almost one hundred years of history, from the dog's improbable discovery on a battlefield in 1918 by an American soldier to his tumultuous rise through Hollywood and beyond, Rin Tin Tin is a love story and 'a masterpiece' (Chicago Tribune) that is also a quintessentially American story of reinvention, a captivating exploration of our spiritual bond with animals, and a stirring meditation on mortality and immortality.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The sexy second installment in the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Marriage to a Billionaire trilogy, this contemporary billionaire romance from "one of the most exciting breakout novelists" (USA TODAY) Jennifer Probst delivers passion, family loyalty, and a marriage of convenience that feels all too real.To honor his late father's final wish, hot, single billionaire Michael Conte must find a suitable brideand quicklyso his traditional Italian family will allow his sister to marry. Determined to protect his freedom, Michael proposes a temporary arrangement to fiery, independent photographer Maggie Ryan: pose as his fiancée during her upcoming trip to Milan, and he'll back off from pursuing her best friend and end their dangerously flirtatious standoff. But once they arrive in Italy, their fake engagement ignites very real desire. What begins as a no-strings-attached arrangement turns into a slow-burn battle of wills, family expectations, and undeniable chemistry. As passion deepens and loyalties are tested, Maggie and Michael must decide whether their pretend relationship can survive the truthand whether love is the one commitment neither of them planned for. A steamy marriage-of-convenience romance filled with sexual tension, sharp banter, and emotional payoff, this installment in the Marriage to a Billionaire series blends family drama, Italian glamour, and irresistible attraction. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Since meeting her in a MASH unit in Vietnam, Scott has loved Holly. The only problem She's married.When they reunite by chance years later, their attraction towards each other is still undeniable. But soon things become even more complicated. While at lunch with Scott, Holly spots a Cormorant wall plaque with a logo similar to one she saw at the scene of her husband's alleged suicide. Then Scott learns that his best friend from Vietnam, whom he thought dead, is alive and working in Military Intelligence. Moreover, it appears that an unbreakable code that Scott and his friend developed has left the government's control and is being used for purposes having nothing to do with protecting the United States.As Scott and Holly's friendship rekindles into love, they uncover The Cormorant Club, a murder-for-hire group, and must expose the club and its leader before anyone else dies.Sensuality Level: Behind Closed Doors.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When detective Lydia Davis apprehends the serial killer she's been tracking for months, she decides to relax with a camping trip. But after being attacked in the wild, she starts to change in a way that only Ryan Williams?a reporter who's far more than he seems?can understand.Using his job to help him hunt for the feral killer, Ryan needs to help Lydia contain her budding urges through the first cycle of the full moon . . . or the curse will consume her soul. But how can he help her without revealing his own secret Sensuality Level: Sensual.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In the small ranch community of Lindley, Nevada, Jake Caswell has the reputation and skills of the infamous womanizer Casanova?that is, until he meets Cassie Taylor, a blind woman who is oblivious to his normally irresistible charms. As Jake attempts to add Cassie to his list of conquests, he unintentionally pulls her into a world of violence, tragic old wounds, and enemies out for revenge. Soon, Cassie fears the truth about Jake will leave her heart as the next victim of Casanova's flawed perceptions. Will Cassie be able to uncover the man behind the mask amidst the threat of peril And is there truly hope for love in a tangled web of danger?and blind distrust Sensuality Level: Behind Closed Doors.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - As a teen special agent, James is used to going undercover. But he's not used to playing dead. This action-packed CHERUB novel features an edgy new look! CHERUB agents are highly trained, extremely talentedand all under the age of seventeen. For official purposes, these agents do not exist. They are sent out on missions to spy on terrorists, hack into crucial documents, and gather intel on global threatsall without gadgets or weapons. It is an extremely dangerous job, but these agents have one crucial advantage: Adults never suspect that teens are spying on them. In The Killing, James is assigned to what looks like a routine mission. Leon is a small-time crook with big money. James's job is to make nice with Leon's kids, dig up some leads, and infiltrate his home. But when James suddenly unravels a much larger plot, the mission becomes anything but ordinary. Unfortunately, the only person who might know the truth is a reclusive eighteen-year-old boywho happens to have died more than a year ago.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the bestselling author of The Rum Diary and king of 'Gonzo' journalism Hunter S. Thompson, comes the definitive collection of the journalist's finest work from Rolling Stone. Fear and Loathing at Rolling Stone showcases the roller-coaster of a career at the magazine that was his literary home.'Buy the ticket, take the ride,' was a favorite slogan of Hunter S. Thompson, and it pretty much defined both his work and his life. Jann S. Wenner, the outlaw journalist's friend and editor for nearly thirty-five years, has assembled articles-and a wealth of never- before-seen correspondence and internal memos from Hunter's storied tenure at Rolling Stone-that begin with Thompson's infamous run for sheriff of Aspen on the Freak Party ticket in 1970 and end with his final piece on the Bush-Kerry showdown of 2004. In between is Thompson's remarkable coverage of the 1972 presidential campaign and plenty of attention paid to Richard Nixon; encounters with Muhammad Ali, Bill Clinton, and the Super Bowl; and a lengthy excerpt from his acknowledged masterpiece, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. The definitive volume of Hunter S. Thompson's work published in the magazine, Fear and Loathing at Rolling Stone traces the evolution of a personal and professional relationship that helped redefine modern American journalism, presenting Thompson through a new prism as he pursued his lifelong obsession: The life and death of the American Dream.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - NATIONAL BESTSELLERSeven years ago, Amanda Flynn returned from a Honduran camp as the sole survivor of a mysterious new virus known as EDH1. Most of its victims die a gruesome, agonizing death. Others become violent savages. But a precious few, like Amanda, survive . . . and change.Amanda escaped from a three-month quarantine because the virus made her different, superior. She can sense things, do things, using only her mind and these abilities tempt her to test their limits. To harm. Even, though she may resist, to kill. Now, an outbreak of violent deaths in a peaceful Colorado town leads Amanda to suspect that a mutated EDH1 has arrived in America. The virologists she warns want her back, for her immunity may be the only key to its defeat. But no lab can hold her. Not while she wields the power.And now there is another. A man of menace: tall, amoral, relentless. His mission is nothing less than the end of human society and the birth of a new order forged of his own will. He has the power, too. And, armed with his own store of virulent death, he is coming.Combining the technological authority of THE ANDROMEDA STRAIN with the dark mystery of THE X-FILES, here is a heart-pounding thriller you'll never forget. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - No home library is complete without the classics! H. G. Wells is a keepsake collection of the author's greatest workto be read and treasured.He was the first to popularize the concept of time travel. He disturbed--and fascinated--us with a frightening doctor's island. He wrote of an invisible man, of men on the moon, and of a war of the worlds. He has influenced countless other writers, artists, and even scientists. H. G. Wells is one of the most acclaimed science fiction writers who ever lived, and five of his classic tales are collected in this book for readers to treasure.H. G. Wells includes The Time Machine, The Island of Dr Moreau, The Invisble Man, The War of the Worlds, The First Men in the Moon, and The Food of the Gods. Readers new to this remarkable author will delight in these amazing stories, while fans of Wells will enjoy the insightful introduction by an expert on the author's life and work. All will appreciate the leather cover, gilded edges, printed endpapers, ribbon bookmark, and other features on this unique gift book.No library is complete without the works of H. G.Wells, the father of science fiction. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Year of the Lord's Favor is commentary on the texts of the Revised Common Lectionary that is contextualized, politically engaged and unflinchingly honest. Comfort is cruel if it is based on an illusion. These reflections connect honestly and realistically with the ordinary circumstances of experience. They encourage the twenty-first century Christian to live in a way that transcends sentimentality and fear and live a faith that makes things happen.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The New York Times Bestseller. about the search for the assassins of JFK. "Garrison's book presents the most powerful detailed case yet made that President Kennedy's assassination was the product of a conspiracy, and that the plotters and key operators came not from the Mob, but the CIA."Norman MailerMore than fifty years after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, his murder continues to haunt the American psyche and stands as a turning point in our nation's history.The Warren Commission rushed out its report in 1964, but questions continue to linger: Was there a conspiracy Was there a coup at the highest levels of government On March 1, 1967, New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison shocked the world by arresting local businessman Clay Shaw for conspiracy to murder the president. His alleged co-conspirator, David Ferrie, had been found dead a few days before. Garrison charged that elements of the United States government, in particular the CIA, were behind the crime. From the beginning, his probe was virulently attacked in the media and violently denounced from Washington. His office was infiltrated and sabotaged, and witnesses disappeared and died strangely. Eventually, Shaw was acquitted after the briefest of jury deliberation and the only prosecution ever brought for the murder of President Kennedy was over.On the Trail of the Assassinsthe primary source material for Oliver Stone's hit film JFKis Garrison's own account of his investigations into the background of Lee Harvey Oswald and the assassination of President Kennedy, and his prosecution of Clay Shaw in the trial that followed.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A fascinating history of U.S. presidential vacation spots?collected for the first time in one guide that covers everything from Mount Vernon to Kennebunkport to Camp David.Where do you go to relax when you're the leader of the free world Even the president needs to get away from it all sometimes. From George Washington to Barack Obama, each of our presidents has sought solace from the tightly structured daily routines of the White House. As Ronald Reagan once said of his California ranch, ?I do some of my best thinking there.? Peter Hannaford takes readers on a fascinating armchair vacation with each of our leaders, offering unique historical context for the why and the where of their chosen retreats. Which president asked visiting foreign dignitaries to send him seeds to plant at his family home Who called his vacation property ?Sherwood Forest? because it was ?a good place for an outlaw? Which adventure-loving Commander-in- Chief set up a Summer White House in New York every year Who liked to cruise aboard the presidential yacht when faced with momentous wartime decisions Who polled the American people to help him decide where to vacation Presidential Retreats explores a side of the American presidency that we don't often see?the downtime?as it offers an intriguing glimpse at the evolution of leisure time in this country.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The first book in the Eternal Dead trilogy is a supernatural fest with teenage witches, vampires, and zombies in an urban setting.Holland Manning has discarded the nerdy girl image for a bold and edgy look. This is the year that she's finally going to fit in with the popular kids and snag her long-time crush, football star Jarrett Sloan. Holland's mom claims to be a witch, but her spells often go awry and sometimes even backfire. When Holland asks her mother to cast a spell for her, strange things begin to occur, and Holland suspects that her mother may have mistakenly opened a portal that has unleashed menacing, dark forces. Desperate to find a better life in America, seventeen-year-old Jonas embarks on a perilous voyage from Haiti to Miamia voyage manned by a sadistic captain and fraught with superstitious hysteria and voodoo spells. When Jonas wakes up in Frombleton, GA, he realizes that he's been changed. No longer a normal teenager, he's become something unspeakably sinistersomething undead! Discovering her own powers of sorcery that have been lying dormant, Holland joins forces with Jonas and soon finds herself falling for him, despite the dark secret he keeps. Though woefully outnumbered, Holland and Jonas take on the dangerous mission of vanquishing the nest of vampires that are picking off the residents of Frombleton, one by one. In this life-or-death clash between witches, vampires, and zombies, Midnight Cravings is a bone-chillingly scary tale of teenage angst and forbidden love.…