Written by Elvis Presley's stepbrother, this is a personal and professional reference work containing inside information on the life of Elvis. Not only did David E. Stanley grow up with Elvis at Graceland, but he also toured and worked with him too. Therefore, he had access to Elvis's many moods, whims, triumphs and disasters throughout his life. ...
A stunning words-and-pictures celebration of the 50 years of American history and popular culture associated with the USO, Always Home is also a tribute to the millions of GIs the organization has served--and to the entertainers and ordinary Americans who made it so extraordinary. Features photos of Bob Hope, Marilyn Monroe, Sammy Davis, Jr., Jay ...
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the American auto, and the Big Three plan to celebrate all year long. Fully sanctioned by Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors, this lavishly produced, full-color volume provides a gripping history of the automobile in the last century, from the Model-T to the computer-driven cars of the future. Ties in with ...
"60 Minutes" has become a true broacasting phenomenon in its celebrated run as a top-rated show for most of its 25 years, & it continues to enjoy a devoted following of 20,000,000 viewers each week. Now for the first time, fans will have the opportunity to revisit the show & follow its evolution in a handsome coffee-table illustrated history full ...
This guide takes all the guesswork out of every game of chance and skill imaginable so that anyone can become an instant expert. A confidence-building resource of useful information, "The Caesars Palace Guide to Gaming" is compiled in an easy-to-follow, user-friendly format. 75 photos.
Featuring exclusive contributions written by some of the world's greatest living prestidigitators, this volume examines the power of magic to entertain and mesmerize. A companion to the epic three-part PBS series airing in February 1998. 200 illustrations, many in color.
This guide to Elvis Presley includes a brief history of the roots of rock and roll, background on the Presley family tree and the King's rise, his recordings and films, his television specials, quotes and reports of Elvis sightings, impersonators, collector's items and merchandising.
Increasingly nurses are developing and extending their clinical skills into areas that were once considered only for doctors. With the rise of post-registration clinical skills courses, advanced practitioners, and the new medical assistant roles, it is anticipated that future professional practice will involve more emphasis on clinical skills for ...
Welcome to the Mausoleum of Fame--a dark, hallowed temple of fear--where today's greatest masters of terror unleash mankind's wildest nightmares. Here are fifteen tales designed to shatter the soul by horror greats such as Stephen King, Robert R. McCammon, George A. Romero and more.
An illustrated history of the Irish emigration to America, told in the form of recollections by prominent Irish-Americans. The contributors include Frank McCourt, Jason Robards, Peter Quinn, and Pete Hamill.
Yes, fans, the sound you hear isn't the crack of the bat. It's the crack of the whip. The Boss is back. We've got George Steinbrenner to kick us around again. And just in case you've forgotten what it's like, here are George's own inimitable quotes about players, managers, umpires, associates, the game of baseball and all the other games he plays, ...
A perfect gift for duffers and scratch golfers alike, this indispensable trivia book is filled with anecdotes, quotes, definitions, practical tips, quizzes, historical information, curious tidbits, and humor about the game of golf. Line drawings.
The Dallas Cowboys Encyclopedia is a complete A to Z compendium containing more than 500 lively, accessible, and in-depth entries covering the full history of America's favorite team. This book is complete with everything that Cowboy fanatics find interesting, relevant, amusing, and informative about their team. Photos throughout. Photos ...
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