-Titulo Original : Flight Of The Buffalo-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: A hardcover bestseller now in paperback presents a management program that encourages employee leadership--which todays companies must have more of if they are to survive the coming decades...

-Titulo Original : Its Our Ship The No-nonsense Guide To Leadership-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Captain D. Michael Abrashoff, legendary commander of the USS Benfold, continues in the same vein of his bestselling book Its Your Ship with the knowledge hes gained from his speaking to and advising some of the top business minds in the world. The story of Captain Abrashoff and his command of USS Benfold has become legendary inside and outside the Navy. By governing his ship with his unique management techniques, Abrashoff turned the Benfold into a model of naval efficiency, with amazing cost savings, the highest gunnery score in the Pacific Fleet, and a highly motivated and top performing crew.In Its Your Ship, he first demonstrated how to bring his successful management techniques from the ship to the boardroom. Now, in his newest book Its Your Ship, in the same rugged, can-do voice, Abrashoff will focus on the leadership, motivational, and management insights and tips that he has learned from his last six years of addressing business and corporate audiences. Abrashoffs timely advice will be eminently prescriptive, and will feature anecdotes and insights from leaders of businesses large and small and from public and non-profit sectors. About the Author Captain D. Michael Abrashoff is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, and was a military assistant to the former secretary of defense, the Honorable Dr. William J. Perry. Abrashoff left the Navy in 2001 and became the founder and CEO of Grassroots Leadership, Inc., in Boston. You can visit his website at grassrootsleadership ...

-Titulo Original : Bos Lasting Lessons-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: About the Author Bo Schembechler was the winningest coach in the history of the nations winningest college football team. As coach of Michigan, he had a record of 234-65-8, the fifth best tally of all college football coaches in history. He was in demand across the country for his speeches on team work, motivation, and inspiration, and was the bestselling author of BO. John U. Bacon is a top sports journalist based in Michigan and a long-time associate of Bo Schembechler. There are very few coaches held higher esteem than Bo Schembechler. As coach of the University of Michigan football team, he won 13 Big Ten titles and finished as the winningest coach in their storied history. But beyond the wins and losses, Bo is best remembered for the remarkable impact he had on his players and fans alike. In Bos Lasting Lessons, the coach draws on his years of experience, using first-person anecdotes to deliver timeless lessons on leadership, motivation and responsibility. His distinctive gruff voice leaps from the page. With pithy language, Bo explains that true leadership requires the compassion to actively listen to your people, and then to have the courage to do what is right every time. A big believer in peer pressure and in always making his players accountable for their actions, Schembechler has coached athletes who went on to become professional football players, doctors, lawyers and CEOs...

-Titulo Original : Hooked How Crafting Saved My Life-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: From the 2-time Tony Award-winner and the star of TV’s Younger, funny and intimate stories and reflections about how crafting has kept her sane while navigating the highs and lows of family, love, and show business (and how it can help you, too).Whether she’s playing an “age-defying” book editor on television or dazzling audiences on the Broadway stage, Sutton Foster manages to make it all look easy. How? Crafting. From the moment she picked up a cross stitch needle to escape the bullying chorus girls in her early performing days, she was hooked. Cross stitching led to crocheting, crocheting led to collages, which led to drawing, and so much more. Channeling her emotions into her creations centered Sutton as she navigated the significant moments in her life and gave her tangible reminders of her experiences. Now, in this charming and poignant collection, Sutton shares those moments, including her fraught relationship with her agoraphobic mother; a painful divorce splashed on the pages of the tabloids; her struggles with fertility; the thrills she found on the stage during hit plays like Thoroughly Modern Millie, Anything Goes, and Violet; her breakout TV role in Younger; and the joy of adopting her daughter, Emily. Accompanying the stories, Sutton has included crochet patterns, recipes, and so much more! Witty and poignant, Hooked will leave readers entertained as well as inspire them to pick up their own cross stitch needles and paintbrushes. Review [C]harming. . . Foster’s tale is laced with self-deprecating humor, detailed childhood memories and insight about the many challenges of becoming a stage and television actor. Washington PostIn those moments when she knitted or stitched, Foster was free from the worry of the worlds judgment; she could relax, or celebrate or mourn her mother as she was doing. And isnt that why many of us get into D.I.Y. projects? Its that combination of escape and productivity and doing for others that Foster captures so well. New York Times Book ReviewWith humor and candor, Foster chronicles her lifes challenges -- including infertility and painful family ties -- and how the soothing outlet of crafting helped her surmount them all. People[A] charming memoir imbued with crafting projects, recipes and more. . . Fans of “Younger” will find Foster just as endearing as her character, Liza. CNNStage, screen, and cabaret star Foster dazzles with this deeply personal debut told largely through crafts ranging from baby blankets to bonbon recipes. . . [B]rutally honest and deeply empathetic. . . Those struggling with mental health or family problems will find this incredibly moving. Publishers Weekly, starred reviewFoster’s fans will delight in this inspiring story of the multitalented actor’s heights and pitfalls, while crafters will discover newfound purpose, embedded meaning, and shared serendipity in their universal pastime. An intimate, moving mosaic of art and memoir. Kirkus Reviews“While filming the last season of Younger, I had the honor of witnessing Sutton’s writing process and watching her crack herself open to share the monumental moments in her life. She is talented beyond belief, a comfy home cook, a wonderful friend, and now a crafting and crochet teacher to all. Just like the rest of us, Sutton’s journey is beautiful and complicated, an intricate pattern woven one thread at a time. Be prepared to get hooked.” Hilary DuffI have been a superfan of Sutton Foster ever since I watched her demolish the stage as the Star to Be in Annie but, after reading Hooked I feel like I finally met her. I will watch all of her future roles through a different lens because with this book she filled in the blanks and left this adoring audience member fully satisfied. I had no idea Suttons beauty was informed by such early heartbreak and I am grateful to have her example of resilience as a guiding light. And, shoot, it looks like I have to bust out the yar...

-Titulo Original : Alone At Dawn Medal Of Honor Recipient John Chapman And The Untold Story Of The Worlds Deadliest Special Operations Force-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: The New York Times bestselling true account of John Chapman, Medal of Honor recipient and Special Ops Combat Controller, and his heroic one-man stand during the Afghan War, as he sacrificed his life to save the lives of twenty-three comrades-in-arms.In the predawn hours of March 4, 2002, just below the 10,469-foot peak of a mountain in eastern Afghanistan, a fierce battle raged. Outnumbered by Al Qaeda fighters, Air Force Combat Controller John Chapman and a handful of Navy SEALs struggled to take the summit in a desperate bid to find a lost teammate.Chapman, leading the charge, was gravely wounded in the initial assault. Believing he was dead, his SEAL leader ordered a retreat. Chapman regained consciousness alone, with the enemy closing in on three sides.John Chapmans subsequent display of incredible valor -- first saving the lives of his SEAL teammates and then, knowing he was mortally wounded, single-handedly engaging two dozen hardened fighters to save the lives of an incoming rescue squad -- posthumously earned him the Medal of Honor. Chapman is the first airman in nearly fifty years to be given the distinction reserved for Americas greatest heroes.Alone at Dawn is also a behind-the-scenes look at the Air Force Combat Controllers: the worlds deadliest and most versatile special operations force, whose members must not only exceed the qualifications of Navy SEAL and Army Delta Force teams but also act with sharp decisiveness and deft precision -- even in the face of life-threatening danger.Drawing from firsthand accounts, classified documents, dramatic video footage, and extensive interviews with leaders and survivors of the operation, Alone at Dawn is the story of an extraordinary mans brave last stand and the brotherhood that forged him. Review The men who wear the Medal of Honor do so on behalf of all Americans-past, present, and future-who serve their country. Im certain that if John Chapman had survived the events that led to his Medal, he would be uncomfortable with being singled out as a hero. But the fact is, that day he saved many lives at the cost of his own, and dozens of families owe the safe return of their loved ones to him. Every American should know this story. Thanks to Alone at Dawn, the first comprehensive account of his one man stand in Afghanistan, we have a chance to celebrate John Chapmans life and the courageous work of his fellow Air Force Combat Controllers. ClintonRomesha, Medal of Honor recipient and New York Times bestselling author of Red PlatoonAlone at Dawn is a stunning portrayal of a true American hero, from an unknown unit of unsung acclaim, and consisting of unassuming patriots. John Chapman, Medal of Honor recipient, exemplifies all the traits of the most decorated wing in the U.S. Air Force. Lt.Gen. Kurt A. Cichowski, USAF (Ret), former Assistant Director, CIAA blend of military history, wartime drama, and the incredible true story of Sergeant John Chapman-the first Air Force Medal of Honor recipient since the Vietnam War-Alone at Dawn delivers blood-pumping action, heart-warming kindness, and an insider account of the most courageous individuals on the planet. Dan Schilling makes epic military heroism come alive and reminds us what true purpose is all about; and Lori Longfritz, Johns sister, offers a poignant perspective on her brothers life, which was extraordinary long before his heroic one-man stand. DeborahLee James, 23rd secretary of the US Air ForceAlone at Dawn is riveting and powerful. This stunning account reveals for the first time one of the most extraordinary acts of valor and courage in the annals of U.S. history. With this book, USAF CCT John Chapman now rightfully takes his place as an iconic hero of the Afghanistan War. All Americans should honor and enshrine the memory of such undaunted self-sacrifice and valor. Lt.Col. Dave Grossman, USA (Ret.), author of On Killing, On Combat, and AssassinationGenerationA long-ov...

-Titulo Original : Youll Never Believe What Happened To Lacey Crazy Stories About Racism-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: *NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**INDIE NEXT PICK**A LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR*Writer and performer on Late Night with Seth Meyers Amber Ruffin writes with her sister Lacey Lamar with humor and heart to share absurd anecdotes about everyday experiences of racism. Now a writer and performer on Late Night with Seth Meyers and host of The Amber Ruffin Show, Amber Ruffin lives in New York, where she is no ones First Black Friend and everyone is, as she puts it, stark raving normal. But Ambers sister Lacey? Shes still living in their home state of Nebraska, and trust us, youll never believe what happened to Lacey.From racist donut shops to strangers putting their whole hand in her hair, from being mistaken for a prostitute to being mistaken for Harriet Tubman, Lacey is a lightning rod for hilariously ridiculous yet all-too-real anecdotes. Shes the perfect mix of polite, beautiful, petite, and Black that apparently makes people think I can say whatever I want to this woman. And now, Amber and Lacey share these entertainingly horrifying stories through their laugh-out-loud sisterly banter. Painfully relatable or shockingly eye-opening (depending on how often you have personally been followed by security at department stores), this book tackles modern-day racism with the perfect balance of levity and gravity. Review The book is a portrait of one person’s struggle to maintain dignity, strength and self-respect when faced with injustices small and large-all told with Ruffin’s irreverent, sardonic style. People“This timely and timeless book is hilarious, insightful, aggravating and comforting in equal measure.” SalonLaughter is absolutely healing...[Youll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey] reminds Black women that they can count on each other to understand. PopSugarI dare you to read this hilarious and eye-opening book and not become obsessed with Amber Ruffin. Mindy KalingIf you laugh half as hard as I did at the FIRST story in this book, let alone the rest of the book, you will have gotten your moneys worth. The stories made me laugh and they made me sad. I know Im not the only one to experience these kinds of moments but it helps to know that someone else-poor little Black Lacey taking on the lions share of Nebraskas white ignorance all by her lonesome- experiences it too. From the mental gymnastics needed to call a black store dirty then drive out of state in order to avoid said dirt only to wind up shopping in a sty operating in a white neighborhood to having the gall to try and holluh at black women on a dating app when your profile pics have the confederate flag in them, Amber & Lacey point out how white folks are apparently doing the most in them parts. Retta, comedian andactress (Parks & Recreation, Good Girls)The message of this book is for ALL of us and no matter why YOURE here -- perhaps youre a fan of Amber Ruffins comedy, or a Seth Meyers fan, or a personal friend of Laceys, or maybe youre just a person browsing for a book that will help you understand the Black experience in America and the other ones seem too much like school -- I urge you to BUY THIS BOOK. The stories are delivered with the humor and horror they deserve. You will laugh, you will be enraged, and if you are a white person, you will understand more than you did before about the truth of being Black in America -- even if you thought you understood a lot already because you read the hard school books. Busy Philipps, author, actor,white ladyAmber and Lacey have the gift of making you comfortable enough to laugh at events that will also make you cringe. This book is an opportunity for black people to know youre not alone in how youve experienced the world. And for everyone this book is a chance to see a layer of this world that you might have been blind to. Youll leave both with a laugh and a little more knowledge. Roy Wood, Jr., correspondent, The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Both ...

-Titulo Original : Alone At Dawn-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: The New York Times bestselling true account of John Chapman, Medal of Honor recipient and Special Ops Combat Controller, and his heroic one-man stand during the Afghan War, as he sacrificed his life to save the lives of twenty-three comrades-in-arms.In the predawn hours of March 4, 2002, just below the 10,469-foot peak of a mountain in eastern Afghanistan, a fierce battle raged. Outnumbered by Al Qaeda fighters, Air Force Combat Controller John Chapman and a handful of Navy SEALs struggled to take the summit in a desperate bid to find a lost teammate.Chapman, leading the charge, was gravely wounded in the initial assault. Believing he was dead, his SEAL leader ordered a retreat. Chapman regained consciousness alone, with the enemy closing in on three sides.John Chapmans subsequent display of incredible valor -- first saving the lives of his SEAL teammates and then, knowing he was mortally wounded, single-handedly engaging two dozen hardened fighters to save the lives of an incoming rescue squad -- posthumously earned him the Medal of Honor. Chapman is the first airman in nearly fifty years to be given the distinction reserved for Americas greatest heroes.Alone at Dawn is also a behind-the-scenes look at the Air Force Combat Controllers: the worlds deadliest and most versatile special operations force, whose members must not only exceed the qualifications of Navy SEAL and Army Delta Force teams but also act with sharp decisiveness and deft precision -- even in the face of life-threatening danger.Drawing from firsthand accounts, classified documents, dramatic video footage, and extensive interviews with leaders and survivors of the operation, Alone at Dawn is the story of an extraordinary mans brave last stand and the brotherhood that forged him. Review The men who wear the Medal of Honor do so on behalf of all Americans-past, present, and future-who serve their country. Im certain that if John Chapman had survived the events that led to his Medal, he would be uncomfortable with being singled out as a hero. But the fact is, that day he saved many lives at the cost of his own, and dozens of families owe the safe return of their loved ones to him. Every American should know this story. Thanks to Alone at Dawn, the first comprehensive account of his one man stand in Afghanistan, we have a chance to celebrate John Chapmans life and the courageous work of his fellow Air Force Combat Controllers. ClintonRomesha, Medal of Honor recipient and New York Times bestselling author of Red PlatoonAlone at Dawn is a stunning portrayal of a true American hero, from an unknown unit of unsung acclaim, and consisting of unassuming patriots. John Chapman, Medal of Honor recipient, exemplifies all the traits of the most decorated wing in the U.S. Air Force. Lt.Gen. Kurt A. Cichowski, USAF (Ret), former Assistant Director, CIAA blend of military history, wartime drama, and the incredible true story of Sergeant John Chapman-the first Air Force Medal of Honor recipient since the Vietnam War-Alone at Dawn delivers blood-pumping action, heart-warming kindness, and an insider account of the most courageous individuals on the planet. Dan Schilling makes epic military heroism come alive and reminds us what true purpose is all about; and Lori Longfritz, Johns sister, offers a poignant perspective on her brothers life, which was extraordinary long before his heroic one-man stand. DeborahLee James, 23rd secretary of the US Air ForceAlone at Dawn is riveting and powerful. This stunning account reveals for the first time one of the most extraordinary acts of valor and courage in the annals of U.S. history. With this book, USAF CCT John Chapman now rightfully takes his place as an iconic hero of the Afghanistan War. All Americans should honor and enshrine the memory of such undaunted self-sacrifice and valor. Lt.Col. Dave Grossman, USA (Ret.), author of On Killing, On Combat, and AssassinationGenerationA long-ov...

-Titulo Original : Forever Young A Memoir-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: *NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**USA TODAY BESTSELLER*Iconic actress Hayley Mills shares personal memories from her storied childhood, growing up in a famous acting family and becoming a Disney child star, trying to grow up in a world that wanted her to stay forever young. The daughter of acclaimed British actor Sir John Mills was still a preteen when she began her acting career and was quickly thrust into the spotlight. Under the wing of Walt Disney himself, Hayley Mills was transformed into one of the biggest child starlets of the 1960s through her iconic roles in Pollyanna, The Parent Trap, and many more. She became one of only twelve actors in history to be bestowed with the Academy Juvenile Award, presented at the Oscars by its first recipient, Shirley Temple, and went on to win a number of awards including a Golden Globe, multiple BAFTAs, and a Disney Legacy Award.Now, in her charming and forthright memoir, she provides a unique window into when Hollywood was still Tinseltown and the great Walt Disney was at his zenith, ruling over what was (at least in his own head) still a family business. This behind-the-scenes look at the drama of having a sky-rocketing career as a young teen in an esteemed acting family will offer both her childhood impressions of the wild and glamorous world she was swept into, and the wisdom and broader knowledge that time has given her. Hayley will delve intimately into her relationship with Walt Disney, as well as the emotional challenges of being bound to a wholesome, youthful public image as she grew into her later teen years, and how that impacted her and her choices--including marrying a producer over 30 years her senior when she was 20! With her regrets, her joys, her difficulties, and her triumphs, this is a compelling read for any fan of classic Disney films and an inside look at a piece of real Hollywood history. Review As charming on the page as shes ever been on the screen. Her memoir touches on growing up in a family of performers, thoughtfully considers life as a child star, and finds honest, often very funny, ways to examine what it means to live in and around the spotlight...Delightful. Town & CountryA greatly enjoyable and eye-opening memoir: a showbusiness chronicle which proves equal parts celebration and cautionary tale...Forever Young is an unexpected treat: a brave and revealing memoir with nary a dull passage. Wall Street JournalWith a novelistic eye for detail and a disarming sense of humor, Mills illuminates her extraordinary past while evoking the lost empire of mid-20th-century Hollywood...The result is a luminous work commensurate with the unforgettable movies that made Mills an icon.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)“A natural storyteller, as so many actors are, Mills takes us on that wide-eyed 12-year-old’s journey […] If you loved those Disney movies, or just want to get a sense of what life was like in a Hollywood very different from how it is today, Forever Young is a pleasure. One of its joys is watching Mills grow up on the page, learning to love her craft.” The Seattle TimesHayley’s insights into Disney and the interaction between Disney and Hayley and the Mills family are worth the price of admission...You’ll likely love reading this behind-the-scenes account of what our Hayley was really up to during her formative years. New York Journal of Books“The iconic star of Pollyanna and The Parent Trap recalls her rise to stardom, her experiences on set, and her friendship with Walt Disney in this endearing memoir.…A warmhearted peek behind the curtain at youthful fame and filmmaking in the 1960s.” BooklistChild star Mills’s charming and eloquent walk down memory lane is a fascinating study of moviemaking in 1960s Britain and the United States...Movie buffs will be riveted by Mills’s behind the scenes tales. Library JournalThis memoir by the English actress who rose to fame as a child star for Disney is rather like a Disne...

-Titulo Original : Sybil The Classic True Story Of A Woman Possessed By Sixteen Separate Personalities-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Review Spellbinding! Time magazineA moving human narrative. New York Review of BooksIlluminating . . fascinating! Chicago TribuneAstonishing . . . It forces you to look at yourself and the people around you in a new way. Doris Lessing More amazing than any work of fiction, yet true in every word, it swept to the top of the bestseller lists and riveted the consciousness of the world. As an Emmy Award-winning film starring Sally Field, it captured the home screens of an entire nation and has endured as the most electrifying TV movie ever made. Its the story of a survivor of terrifying childhood abuse, victim of sudden and mystifying blackouts, and the first case of multiple personality ever to be psychoanalyzed. Youre about to meet Sybil-and the sixteen selves to whom she played host, both women and men, each with a different personality, speech pattern, and even personal appearance. Youll experience the strangeness and fascination of one womans rare affliction-and travel with her on her long, ultimately triumphant journey back to wholeness. About the Author Flora Rheta Schreiber was the psychiatry editor of Science Digest when she first heard about Sybil. She spent seven years writing this book. She is also the author of The Shoemaker. She died in 1988 in New York City of a heart attack...

-Titulo Original : Three Weeks With My Brother-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: In this New York Times bestseller, follow the author of The Notebook as he travels the world with his brother learning about faith, loss, connection, and hope.As moving as his bestselling works of fiction, Nicholas Sparkss unique memoir, written with his brother, chronicles the life-affirming journey of two brothers bound by memories, both humorous and tragic. In January 2003, Nicholas Sparks and his brother, Micah, set off on a three-week trip around the globe. It was to mark a milestone in their lives, for at thirty-seven and thirty-eight respectively, they were now the only surviving members of their family.Against the backdrop of the wonders of the world and often overtaken by their feelings, daredevil Micah and the more serious, introspective Nicholas recalled their rambunctious childhood adventures and the tragedies that tested their faith. And in the process, they discovered startling truths about loss, love, and hope.Narrated with irrepressible humor and rare candor, and including personal photos, Three Weeks with My Brother reminds us to embrace life with all its uncertainties . . . and most of all, to cherish the joyful times, both small and momentous, and the wonderful people who make them possible. Includes a Reading Group Guide. Review Refreshingly honest and perceptive . . . Weaving in vignettes of tenderness and loss with travelogue-like observations . . . the brothers cover the crucial moments in a life full of familial love and tragedy. Publishers WeeklyA deeply personal story of family and familial bonds . . . an entertaining blend of travelogue and memoir, but most of all its the story of two brothers relationship with each other. Greenville News (SC)A life-changing trip . . . of reminiscing, sharing, and learning. New York Daily NewsPoignant, funny, and ultimately life-affirming . . . Fans of Nicholas Sparkss novels may be surprised to learn that the authors life has known the same emotional turmoil he brings so vividly to life in his fiction. BookPageAn incredible story of two brothers who fit each other like two pieces of a puzzle . . . a heartfelt tale of two brothers and a family who conquered the world in their own special way . . . The finale will make everyone want to beam a thousand-watt smile right along with them. MyShelf This is a rare opportunity for readers to get to know a favorite author as Nicholas reveals the inspirations for his fiction. A mustread for Sparks fans as well as a treat for those who want to find out what makes a family strong. BooklistCompelling . . . unprecedented . . . This unforgettable memoir will touch your heart and your spirit, and will make you look at Sparkss writings, and your own life, with a fresh perspective. Large Print Reviews About the Author With over 100 million copies of his books sold, Nicholas Sparks is one of the worlds most beloved storytellers. His novels include sixteen #1 New York Times bestsellers, and all of his books, including Three Weeks with My Brother, the memoir he wrote with his brother, Micah, have been New York Times and international bestsellers, and were translated into more than fifty languages. Eleven of Nicholas Sparkss novels-The Choice, The Longest Ride, The Best of Me, Safe Haven, The Lucky One, The Last Song, Dear John, Nights in Rodanthe, The Notebook, A Walk to Remember, and Message in a Bottle-have been adapted into major motion pictures...

-Titulo Original : Righteous Indignation Excuse Me While I Save The World!-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Brash, funny, fiery, and irreverent. -- Rush Limbaugh Known for his network of conservative websites that draws millions of readers everyday, Andrew Breitbart has one main goal: to make sure the liberally biased major news outlets in this country cover all aspects of a story fairly. Breitbart is convinced that too many national stories are slanted by the news media in an unfair way. In Righteous Indignations, Breitbart talks about how one needs to deal with the liberal news world head on. Along the way, he details his early years, working with Matt Drudge, the Huffington Post, and how Breitbart developed his unique style of launching key websites to help get the word out to conservatives all over. A rollicking and controversial read, Breitbart will certainly raise your blood pressure, one way or another. Review Righteous is three books in one, each self-contained. Together, they weave a narrative that will remind many readers of their own lives. Even if you dont share all of Andrews political beliefs, you will find yourself identifying with at least some of his story and conclusions. The book is part biography, part history lesson, and part manifesto, and it flows with clarity of purpose from one page to the next. It subtly draws you into a narrative, strung through the whole book, where he meticulously makes the case against the media and pop culture, which, he argues, help spread and normalize the liberal agenda. He also explains how to combat that agenda. The Daily CallerRight smack in the middle of this volume is where Mr. Breitbarts narrative takes off like a rocket. The chapter Breakthrough is in and of itself well worth the price of Righteous Indignation. The Washington Times About the Author Andrew Breitbart is the creator of Breitbart , Breitbart.tv, Big Hollywood and Big Government. His website, Big Journalism, launched in December 2009. His websites get millions of hits everyday...

-Titulo Original : Life With The Afterlife 13 Truths I Learned About Ghosts-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: A USA TODAY BESTSELLER Star of Kindred Spirits and paranormal investigator Amy Bruni shares stories from her years of experiences with ghosts, organized around thirteen truths that guide her approach to the supernatural. Amy Bruni, co-star of Kindred Spirits and one of the worlds leading paranormal investigators, has learned a lot about ghosts over her years of research and first-hand experience. Now, in Life with the Afterlife, she shares the insight she has gleaned and how it has shaped her unique approach to interacting with the spirits of the dead and those who encounter them. From her earliest supernatural encounters as a child, through her years appearing on Ghost Hunters and the creation of her company Strange Escapes, which offers paranormal excursions to some of Americas most notoriously haunted destinations, and into her current work on The Travel Channels Kindred Spirits, this book is full of astonishing and deeply moving stories of Amys efforts to better understand the dead but not yet departed. With Amys bright humor and fierce compassion for both those who are haunted and those who are haunting, Life with the Afterlife is an eye-opening look at what connects us as people, in life and beyond. Review One need not take ghosts literally in order to benefit from the lessons Bruni’s learned serving both the haunted and the haunting. The New York TimesYou dont get more legit than Amy when it comes to ghost hunting and investigating the paranormal. Her pragmatic approach to a subject matter that is often full of hysteria is so refreshing and real. If youre wanting to read a book about how things really are when it comes to ghost hunting... this is it. Jack OsbourneA field guide to things that go bump in the night. Amys boundless curiosity for the unknown shines through like a bright flashlight in the darkest night. Josh Gates, Host,Expedition Unknown Amy Bruni is one of the worlds preeminent paranormal investigators. In her first book, Amy shares her vast knowledge about ghosts and her experience in dealing with the afterlife. Take it from me: spirits are giving this book two tremendous thumbs up. Chip Coffey, psychic, medium, and TV personality“Full of astonishing and deeply moving stories…Extraordinary, insightful, thought provoking, inherently fascinating, and very highly recommended reading.” Midwest Book ReviewBrunis conversational style and ghost-hunting tips that also serve as life tips (go in with an open mind, dont judge, beware of your own bias), plus the fact that she makes no attempt to win over non-believers, make this a perfect read for fans and anyone interested in the paranormal. BooklistIf you’re into real life (?) ghost stories and the people who investigate them, here’s a read for you. Book Riot About the Author Amy Bruni started working professionally as a paranormal investigator in 2007, when she began appearing on Ghost Hunters, one of the longest-running and highest-rated paranormal television shows. Now, shes the co-star and executive producer of The Travel Channels Kindred Spirits. In addition, Amy is the owner of Strange Escapes, a company offering paranormal excursions to some of Americas most notoriously haunted destinations...

-Titulo Original : Nalas World One Man, His Rescue Cat, And A Bike Ride Around The Globe-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Discover the heartwarming true story of a life-changing friendship between a man and his rescue cat, Nala, as they adventure together on a bike journey around the world -- from the phenomenon @1bike1world. When 30-year-old Dean Nicholson set off from Scotland to cycle around the world, his aim was to learn as much as he could about our troubled planet. But he hadnt bargained on the lessons hed learn from his unlikely companion. Three months after leaving home, on a remote road in the mountains between Montenegro and Bosnia, he came across an abandoned kitten. Something about the piercing eyes and plaintive meowing of the bedraggled little cat proved irresistible. He couldnt leave her to her fate, so he put her on his bike and then, with the help of local vets, nursed her back to health. Soon on his travels with the cat he named Nala, they forged an unbreakable bond -- both curious, independent, resilient and adventurous. The video of how they met has had 20 million views and their has grown to almost 750k followers -- and still counting! Experiencing the kindness of strangers, visiting refugee camps, rescuing animals through Europe and Asia, Dean and Nala have already learned that the unexpected can be pretty amazing. Together with Garry Jenkins, writer with James Bowen of the bestselling A Street Cat Named Bob, Dean shares the extraordinary tale of his and Nalas inspiring and heart-warming adventure together. Review “There are moments of tension, like when Nala can’t be found for a whole morning, and profundity . . . The writing is more like people you just met at a hostel telling you about their travels after a few pints. . . Nicholson is at his best when he tells the story of a man finding a sense of purpose from an unlikely (and adorable) source…charming.” New York Times Book Review“Charming.” USA Today“A gorgeous book . . . complete with photos that will melt your heart.” The U.S. Sun“Feel-good… who doesn’t love a good story about a cat who travels the world.” Bicycling MagazineCharming. New York Post About the Author Dean Nicholson was a manual labourer in his hometown of Dunbar, Scotland, when he set off in September 2018 to cycle around the globe. While cycling through the mountains south of Bosnia, he came across a scrawny grey-and-white kitten that had been scampering along the road, trying to keep up with his bike. This was the start of an unusual friendship, as the newly named Nala joined Dean on his travels. Dean documented their adventures together on as @1bike1world, picking up not just hundreds and thousands of followers, but also attention from news media all over the world. Now at almost 750k followers, Dean and Nala have already travelled through Bosnia, Greece, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey and been on the road together for hundreds and thousands of miles for just a little over ten months. Nalas World is Deans first book, and tells the story of how they met and their adventures on the road...

-Titulo Original : Filthy Rich The Shocking True Story Of Jeffrey Epstein - The Billionaire’s Sex Scandal (james Patterson True Crime, 2)-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Now a #1 Netflix documentary series. Get the full shocking story about billionaire pedophile Jeffrey Epstein in this #1 New York Times bestselling and definitive book. Jeffrey Epstein rose from humble origins into the New York City and Palm Beach elite. A college dropout with an instinct for numbers -- and for people -- Epstein amassed his wealth through a combination of access and skill. But even after he had it all, Epstein wanted more. That unceasing desire -- and especially a taste for underage girls --resulted in sexual-abuse charges, to which he pleaded guilty and received a shockingly lenient sentence. Included here are police interviews with girls who have alleged sexual abuse by Epstein, details of the investigation against him, and a new introduction with up-to-the-minute developments on the case, including Epsteins death by suicide.An explosive true story from the worlds most popular thriller writer, FILTHY RICH is a riveting tale of wealth, power, and the easy price of justice for Americas wealthiest citizens. Review Behind all the noise and the numbers, we shouldnt forget that no one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent--which is what James Patterson has, in spades. Lee Child Pattersons books might as well come with movie tickets as a bonus feature. New York TimesPatterson is in a class by himself. Vanity FairThe man who cant miss. TIME magazineJames Patterson isthe gold standard by which all others are judged. Steve BerryPatterson has mastered the art of writing page-turning bestsellers. Chicago Sun-TimesIts no mystery why James Patterson is the worlds most popular thriller writer: his uncanny skill in creating living, breathing characters we truly feel for and seamless, lightning-fast plots. I do this for a living, and he still manages to keep me guessing from the first to last page. Simply put: Nobody does it better. Jeffrey DeaverJames Patterson is The Boss. End of. Ian Rankin About the Author James Patterson received the Literarian Award for Outstanding Service to the American Literary Community at the 2015 National Book Awards. He holds the Guinness World Record for the most #1 New York Times bestsellers, and his books have sold more than 325 million copies worldwide. He has donated more than one million books to students and soldiers and funds over four hundred Teacher Education Scholarships at twenty-four colleges and universities. He has also donated millions to independent bookstores and school libraries...

-Titulo Original : Reason For Hope A Spiritual Journey-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: From world-renowned scientist Jane Goodall, as seen in the new National Geographic documentary Jane, comes a poignant memoir about her spiritual epiphany and an appeal for why everyone can find a reason for hope. Dr. Jane Goodalls revolutionary study of chimpanzees in Tanzanias Gombe preserve forever altered the very, definition of humanity. Now, in a poignant and insightful memoir, Jane Goodall explores her extraordinary life and personal spiritual odyssey, with observations as profound as the knowledge she has brought back from the forest. About the Author Jane Goodall is the worlds foremost authority on chimpanzees. An internationally renowned conservationist, she is the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and has received many distinguished awards in science. Dr. Goodall is also the author of many acclaimed books, including the bestseller Reason for Hope...

-Titulo Original : Consider This-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Renowned, bestselling novelist Chuck Palahniuk takes us behind the scenes of the writing life, with postcards from decades on the road and incredible examination of the power of fiction and the art of storytelling.In this spellbinding blend of memoir and insight, bestselling author Chuck Palahniuk shares stories and generous advice on what makes writing powerful and what makes for powerful writing.With advice grounded in years of careful study and a keenly observed life, Palahniuk combines practical advice and concrete examples from beloved classics, his own books, and a kitchen-table MFA culled from an evolving circle of beloved authors and artists, with anecdotes, postcards from the road, and much more.Clear-eyed, sensitive, illuminating, and knowledgeable, Consider This is Palahniuks love letter to stories and storytellers, booksellers and books themselves. Consider it a classic in the making. Review Praise for CONSIDER THIS Reminiscent of Stephen Kings On Writing in never failing to entertain while imparting wisdom, this is an indispensable resource for writers. Publishers Weekly[Palahniuk] reveals surprising humility [with] fresh and accessible ideas. Fans will appreciate the insight into his own work, especially Fight Club (1996), his tributes to friends and forebears, and how he delivers gracious and encouraging wisdom in his characteristically conversational style. BooklistFor that author who wants to expand his or her horizons and try something new, Consider This by Chuck Palahniuk is the book to pick up. Laugh-out-loud funny[...]there is a world of information in this small book. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times New Roman}New York Journal of BooksA book for those who want to learn to write dangerously, or perhaps just learn about the man who pioneered dangerous writing. [Itll] inspire you try take a stab at telling your story. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times New Roman}BooktribTried-and-true practical advice for aspiring writers. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times New Roman}USA TodayA savvy teacher. [Palahniuks] advice is highly detailed and practical. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times New Roman}KirkusGrade-A prime Chuck Palahniuk. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times New Roman}Publishers WeeklyThis book from Palahniuk is insightful. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times New Roman}Dallas Morning NewsPRAISE FOR CHUCK PALAHNIUK:Chuck Palahniuks stories dont unfold. They hurtle headlong, changing lanes in threes and banging off the guard rails of modern fiction... With his love of contemporary fairytales that are gritty and dirty rather than pretty, Palahniuk is the likeliest inheritor of Vonneguts place in American writing. San Francisco ChronicleOne of the most feverish imaginations in American letters. The Washington Post Like Edgar Allen Poe, Palahniuk is a bracingly toxic purveyor of dread and mounting horror. He makes nihilism fun. Vanity FairDark riffing on modernity is the reason people read Palahniuk. His books are not so much novels as jagged fables, cautionary tales about the creeping peril represented by almost everything. Time About the Author ME: OK to PRINT 10/16/20 Chuck Palahniuk has been a nationally bestselling author since his first novel, 1996s Fight Club, was made into the acclaimed David Fincher film of the same name. Palahniuks work has sold millions of copies worldwide. He lives outside Portland, Oregon...

-Titulo Original : Twelve Patients Life And Death At Bellevue Hospital (the Inspiration For The Nbc Drama New Amsterdam)-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: In the spirit of Oliver Sacks and the inspiration for the NBC drama New Amsterdam, this intensely involving memoir from a Medical Director of Bellevue Hospital looks poignantly at patients lives and highlights the complex mind-body connection. Using the plights of twelve very different patients--from dignitaries at the nearby UN, to supermax prisoners at Rikers Island, to illegal immigrants, and Wall Street tycoons--Dr. Eric Manheimer offers far more than remarkable medical dramas: he blends each patients personal experiences with their social implications (Publishers Weekly). Manheimer is not only the medical director of the countrys oldest public hospital, but he is also a patient. As the book unfolds, the narrator is diagnosed with cancer, and he is forced to wrestle with the end of his own life even as he struggles to save the lives of others. About the Author Eric Manheimer, M.D. was the Medical Director at Bellevue for over thirteen years and is a Clinical Professor at the New York University School of Medicine. He is an Internist who trained at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York in Internal Medicine. Following his Chief Residency there, he moved to Hanover, New Hampshire where he was a member of Dartmouth Medical School and the Hitchcock Clinic for many years. He has had a long interest in international health working in Haiti and Pakistan and in medical anthropology, history, the social sciences and literature particularly of Latin America. Along with his wife Diana Taylor, who is a University Professor at New York University, Eric travels extensively in Latin America and Mexico. He has two children and one grandchild, who was born at Bellevue...

-Titulo Original : All-american Murder The Rise And Fall Of Aaron Hernandez, The Superstar Whose Life Ended On Murderers Row (james Patterson True Crime, 1)-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Discover the shocking #1 New York Times bestseller: the true story of a young NFL players first-degree murder conviction and untimely death -- and his journey from the Patriots to prison.Aaron Hernandez was a college All-American who became the youngest player in the NFL and later reached the Super Bowl. His every move as a tight end with the New England Patriots played out the headlines, yet he led a secret life -- one that ended in a maximum-security prison. What drove him to go so wrong, so fast?Between the summers of 2012 and 2013, not long after Hernandez made his first Pro Bowl, he was linked to a series of violent incidents culminating in the death of Odin Lloyd, a semi-pro football player who dated the sister of Hernandezs fiancee, Shayanna Jenkins.All-American Murder is the first book to investigate Aaron Hernandezs first-degree murder conviction and the mystery of his own shocking and untimely death. Review Patterson has mastered the art of writing page-turning bestsellers. Chicago Sun-TimesThe page-turningest author in the game right now. San Francisco Chronicle Patterson is a master. Toronto Globe and Mail About the Author James Patterson holds the Guinness World Record for the most #1 New York Times bestsellers. His books have sold more than 350 million copies worldwide. He has donated more than one million books to students and soldiers and has over four hundred Teacher Education Scholarships at twenty-four college and universities. He has also donated millions of dollars to independent bookstores and school libraries...

-Titulo Original : Act Like You Got Some Sense And Other Things My Daughters Taught Me-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: In this hilarious and heartfelt memoir, award-winning, multi-talented entertainer Jamie Foxx shares the story of being raised by his no-nonsense grandmother, the glamour and pitfalls of life in Hollywood, and the lessons he took from both worlds to raise his two daughters.Jamie Foxx has won an Academy Award and a Grammy Award, laughed with sitting presidents, and partied with the biggest names in hip-hop. But he is most proud of his role as father to two very independent young women, Corinne and Anelise. Jamie might not always know what he’s doing when it comes to raising girls-especially when they talk to him about TikTok (PlikPlok?) and don’t share his enthusiasm for flashy Rolls Royces-but he does his best to show up for them every single day.Luckily, he has a strong example to follow: his beloved late grandmother, Estelle Marie Talley. Jamie learned everything he knows about parenting from the fierce woman who raised him: As he puts it, she’s “Madea before Tyler Perry put on the pumps and the gray wig.” In Act Like You Got Some Sense-a title inspired by Estelle-Jamie shares up close and personal stories about the tough love and old-school values he learned growing up in the small town of Terrell, Texas; his early days trying to make it in Hollywood; the joys and challenges of achieving stardom; and how each phase of his life shaped his parenting journey. Hilarious, poignant, and always brutally honest, this is Jamie Foxx like we’ve never seen him before. Review In this debut full of genuine reflection and heartfelt humor, actor and comedian Foxx riffs on parenting (“You ain’t ready for it”) and the life experiences that gradually helped shape him as a father. . . Foxx writes in a jovial manner, with jokes flying constantly. . . Yet where this book truly excels is in its honesty, offering an intimate look past Jamie Foxx the famous actor to reveal a relatable figure. Publishers Weekly, starred review“Wise, joyful and hilarious. PeopleA practical, sometimes profane, always entertaining guide to the fine art of parenting. Kirkus ReviewsIn cheerfully meandering stories, Foxx displays his comedic timing and pacing and is always entertaining, blending the folksy yet hard-edged wisdom of his adoptive grandmother with hard-won, more worldly New Dad sensibilities. . . Foxxs parenting-advice book is the equivalent of a vitamin-packed smoothie: sweet, fun, and easy to enjoy, full of slyly concealed nourishment and goodness. BooklistAct Like You Got Some Sense-its title gleaned from a phrase his late grandmother Estelle told him often-hilariously and poignantly details [Foxxs] upbringing as well as his experiences raising daughters Corinne, 27, and Anelise, 13, while orbiting Hollywood as one of its biggest and hardest-working stars. Mens Health[R]eally funny. . . If you weren’t already a fan [of Foxx], you’ll be one after reading this heartfelt and honest book. CNNFoxx’s tales of fatherhood are heartwarming and humorous, and he offers sensible tips that serve as strong reminders of how to treat today’s youth with respect and patience. . . Foxxs many fans will embrace the opportunity to learn more about the enigmatic actor, and parents will appreciate his commonsense, relatable approach to raising independent humans. Library Journal About the Author Jamie Foxx is an award-winning actor, singer, and comedian. His accolades include an Academy Award for Best Actor, a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role, a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy, and a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role. Hes also a Grammy Award-winning musician, having produced four albums that charted in the top ten in the United States. Foxx received rave reviews for his standout performance in the 2019 Warner Bros. courtroom drama, Just Mercy. He has two daughters, Corinne and Anelise, and currently executive produces and h...

-Titulo Original : The Less People Know About Us A Mystery Of Betrayal, Family Secrets, And Stolen Identity-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: AN EDGAR AWARDS 2020 WINNER AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLERIn this powerful true crime memoir, an award-winning identity theft expert tells the shocking story of the duplicity and betrayal that inspired her career and nearly destroyed her family.Axton Betz-Hamilton grew up in small-town Indiana in the early 90s. When she was 11 years old, her parents both had their identities stolen. Their credit ratings were ruined, and they were constantly fighting over money. This was before the age of the Internet, when identity theft became more commonplace, so authorities and banks were clueless and reluctant to help Axtons parents. Axtons family changed all of their personal information and moved to different addresses, but the identity thief followed them wherever they went. Convinced that the thief had to be someone they knew, Axton and her parents completely cut off the outside world, isolating themselves from friends and family. Axton learned not to let anyone into the house without explicit permission, and once went as far as chasing a plumber off their property with a knife.As a result, Axton spent her formative years crippled by anxiety, quarantined behind the closed curtains in her childhood home. She began starving herself at a young age in an effort to blend in--her appearance could be nothing short of perfect or she would be scolded by her mother, who had become paranoid and consumed by how others perceived the family. Years later, her parents marriage still shaken from the theft, Axton discovered that she, too, had fallen prey to the identity thief, but by the time she realized, she was already thousands of dollars in debt and her credit was ruined. The Less People Know About Us is Axtons attempt to untangle an intricate web of lies, and to understand why and how a loved one could have inflicted such pain. Axton will present a candid, shocking, and redemptive story and reveal her courageous effort to grapple with someone close that broke the unwritten rules of love, protection, and family. Review Reads like a grim folk tale...intimate and engrossing. The New York TimesThe air of menace is palpable...A deeply compelling story of a crime that hit close to home. NPRThe tension of a thriller...[and] jaw dropping revelations. Astonishing and disturbing, this emotionally resonant book is perfect for true crime fans. Publishers Weekly (starred review)This memoir has all the suspense and twists of a thriller; even as readers begin to suspect the truth, it still shocks...highly recommended. BooklistBetz-Hamilton expertly blends true crime and memoir in this tale of family, lies, and identity...a brave, candid examination of her painful past [and] a poignant and fascinating exploration of identity theft. Library JournalIdentity theft sounds like something that happens far, far away and only to other people...certainly not within a seemingly picture-perfect family in the rural U.S. In a gut-wrenching portrayal of victimization starting at age 11, Axton Betz-Hamilton shows thats simply not true. The stunning revelations will keep you looking over your shoulder for a long time and even more troubling...at the ones you think you know the best! Nancy Grace, legal commentator, broadcast journalist, and New York Times bestselling author of The Eleventh VictimAxton Betz-Hamiltons story is remarkable. One of the primary challenges for those of us advocating for more rights and resources for identity theft victims is their reluctance to share their experience. Betz-Hamilton writes with candor and grace about both her relationship with her mother/perpetrator, and the long term effect victimization has had on her life. EvaCasey Velasquez, president/CEO of Identity Theft Resource CenterA brave, rueful memoir of fear and heartbreak in rural America. Axton Betz-Hamilton mines the most essential of lifes questions: can we ever really know the people we love? The Less People Know About U...

-Titulo Original : The Great Pretender-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Shortlisted for the 2020 Royal Society Insight Investment Science Book PrizeNamed a Best Book of 2020 by The Guardian * The TelegraphOne of Americas most courageous young journalists and the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling memoir Brain on Fire investigates the shocking mystery behind the dramatic experiment that revolutionized modern medicine (NPR).Doctors have struggled for centuries to define insanity--how do you diagnose it, how do you treat it, how do you even know what it is? In search of an answer, in the 1970s a Stanford psychologist named David Rosenhan and seven other people--sane, healthy, well-adjusted members of society--went undercover into asylums around America to test the legitimacy of psychiatrys labels. Forced to remain inside until theyd proven themselves sane, all eight emerged with alarming diagnoses and even more troubling stories of their treatment. Rosenhans watershed study broke open the field of psychiatry, closing down institutions and changing mental health diagnosis forever.But, as Cahalans explosive new research shows in this real-life detective story, very little in this saga is exactly as it seems. What really happened behind those closed asylum doors? Review Named One of the Top 100 Must-Read Books of 2019 by TIME MagazineNamed a Best Book of the Month by the New York Times, Washington Post, O Magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, Business Insider, Refinery29, Bustle, CrimeReads, Popsugar, and PureWowNamed a Best Book of the Fall by Kirkus, Bookish, and LitHubThis is a well-crafted, gripping narrative that succeeds on many levels. Cahalan, who gained the trust of Rosenhans family, is meticulous and sensitive in her research; compelling and insightful in her writing. The Financial Times[A]n impressive feat of investigative journalism--tenaciously conduct, appealingly written... as compelling as a detective novel. The EconomistA sharp investigation into how human self-interest, weaknesses, and egos can shape the way that science proceeds. UndarkA fascinating, potent, and crucial read. BuzzfeedA stranger-than-fiction thrill ride exposing the loose screws of our broken mental health system. O Magazine, Best Books of DecemberCahalans passionate and exhaustive reexamination of the famous research On Being Sane in Insane Places by Stanford psychologist David Rosenhan is a riveting read...A terrific piece of detective work [with] fascinating insights into the mental health controversies that have swirled ever since the studys publication. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Helvetica}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}ForbesThe Great Pretender reads like a detective story, with Cahalan revealing tantalizing clues at opportune moments so we can experience the thrills of discovery alongside her...What she unearthed turned out to be far stranger, as documented in her absorbing new book, The Great Pretender. Its the kind of story that has levels to it, only instead of a townhouse its more like an Escher print. On one level: A profile of Rosenhan and his study. On another: Cahalans own experience of researching the book. And on a third: The fraught history of psychiatry and the pursuit of scientific knowledge. New York TimesCahalans research is dogged and her narrative riveting, leading us from red herring to clue and back with the dexterity of the best mystery novelists. Then she builds her case like a skilled prosecuting attorney. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Helvetica}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}New York Journal of BooksA thrilling mystery--and a powerful case for a deeper understanding of mental illness. People MagazineA thrilling and lively work of investigative journalism...This vital book, full of intelligence and brio, is a must-read for anyone who has mental illness issues somewhere in their life -- i.e., everyone. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px ...

-Titulo Original : The Cold Vanish Seeking The Missing In North Americas Wilderness-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: Perfect for readers of Jon Krakauer and Douglas Preston, this authentic and encyclopedic book examines real-life cases of those who vanish in the wilderness without a trace (Roman Dial)-and those eccentric, determined characters who try to find them.These are the stories that defy conventional logic. The proverbial vanished without a trace incidences, which happen a lot more (and a lot closer to your backyard) than almost anyone thinks. These are the missing whose situations are the hardest on loved ones left behind. The cases that are an embarrassment for park superintendents, rangers and law enforcement charged with Search & Rescue. The ones that baffle the volunteers who comb the mountains, woods and badlands. The stories that should give you pause every time you venture outdoors.Through Jacob Grays disappearance in Olympic National Park, and his father Randy Gray who left his life to search for him, we will learn about what happens when someone goes missing. Braided around the core will be the stories of the characters who fill the vacuum created by a vanished human being. Well meet eccentric bloodhound-handler Duff and R.C., his flagship purebred, who began trailing with the family dog after his brother vanished in the San Gabriel Mountains. And theres Michael Neiger North Americas foremost backcountry Search & Rescue expert and self-described bushman obsessed with missing persons. And top researcher of persons missing on public wildlands Ex-San Jose, California detective David Paulides who is also one of the worlds foremost Bigfoot researchers.Its a tricky thing to write about missing persons because the story is the absence of someone. A void. The person at the heart of the story is thinner than a smoke ring, invisible as someone elses memory. The bones you dig up are most often metaphorical. While much of the book will embrace memory and faulty memory-history-The Cold Vanish is at its core a story of now and tomorrow. Someone will vanish in the wild tomorrow. These are the people who will go looking. Review [A] compassionate and riveting non-fiction dive into wilderness disappearances. MacLeansThe Cold Vanish is part mystery, part glance into a world of heroes and charlatans, death, and loss that most of us, fortunately, do not know, and dont want to know, but perhaps should. The Cold Vanish is informative, and in a sad way, captivating and well worth a read. National Parks TravelerColorful side characters, like psychics and Bigfoot hunters, provide some light moments, but what makes a lasting impression is the story of Randy and his ultimately dashed hopes of finding his son alive. The authors personal involvement makes this tale all the more affecting. Publishers Weekly (starred review)A compassionate, sympathetic, and haunting book sure to make you think twice before stepping out into the wilderness alone. Kirkus (starred review)Required reading for anyone concerned about the missing, Billmans authentic and encyclopedic book leads us across the landscapes of the vanished with a journalists acumen and a searchers sympathy. Its both true and useful, a storytelling textbook I wish Id read before my own son went missing. Roman Dial, author of The Adventurers SonMost of us prefer to measure and celebrate nature in terms of its tendency to delight, to inspire, to instill awe. But there is another metric by which the power of wilderness can be calibrated, which lies in its capacity to take us between its teeth, tear us asunder, and swallow up whatever is left with such ruthless efficiency that no trace remains. Thanks to Jon Billmans talent for wielding words with the chilling precision of a scalpel, The Cold Vanish lays open natures capacity to evoke terror in a way that will give you pause the next time you think about venturing into the backcountry. Haunting, spooky, and propulsive. Kevin Fedarko, author of The Emerald Mile: The Epic Story of the Fas...

-Titulo Original : A Life On Our Planet My Witness Statement And A Vision For The Future-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: In this scientifically informed account of the changes in nature over the last century, award-winning broadcaster and natural historian David Attenborough shares a lifetime of wisdom and a hopeful vision for the future. *Goodreads Choice Award Winner for Best Science & Technology Book of the Year* See the world. Then make it better. I am 93. Ive had an extraordinary life. Its only now that I appreciate how extraordinary. As a young man, I felt I was out there in the wild, experiencing the untouched natural world - but it was an illusion. The tragedy of our time has been happening all around us, barely noticeable from day to day -- the loss of our planets wild places, its biodiversity. I have been witness to this decline. A Life on Our Planet is my witness statement, and my vision for the future. It is the story of how we came to make this, our greatest mistake -- and how, if we act now, we can yet put it right. We have one final chance to create the perfect home for ourselves and restore the wonderful world we inherited. All we need is the will to do so. Review The eminent traveler and naturalist delivers a combination of memoir and manifesto, the first leisurely, the second earnest....Recognizing that we are at a tipping point, Attenborough is refreshingly optimistic, noting that one thing humans do well is solve problems. Anyone concerned with the planets ecological future will want to spend time with this excellent book. Kirkus Reviews, starred review About the Author Sir David Attenborough is a BAFTA and Emmy-Award winning broadcaster and natural historian. He is the internationally bestselling author of over 25 books, including Life on Earth. He also served as controller of BBC Two and director of programming for BBC Television in the 1960s and 1970s, and as the President of the Royal Society for Nature Conservation in the 90s.Jonnie Hughes is a science writer and documentary director, who has produced science and natural history films for the BBC, Discovery, National Geographic, and Netflix, as well as working on BAFTA award-winning BBC series The Hunt and the Emmy award-winning production Our Planet. He is the author of On the Origin of Tepees, and his writing has appeared in The Times, The Guardian,The Independent, BBC Wildlife Magazine,and Geographical, among others...

-Titulo Original : The Three-year Swim Club The Untold Story Of Mauis Sugar Ditch Kids And Their Quest For Olympic Glory-Fabricante : Grand Central Publishing-Descripcion Original: The New York Times bestselling inspirational story of impoverished children who transformed themselves into world-class swimmers. In 1937, a schoolteacher on the island of Maui challenged a group of poverty-stricken sugar plantation kids to swim upstream against the current of their circumstance. The goal? To become Olympians. They faced seemingly insurmountable obstacles. The children were Japanese-American and were malnourished and barefoot. They had no pool; they trained in the filthy irrigation ditches that snaked down from the mountains into the sugarcane fields. Their future was in those same fields, working alongside their parents in virtual slavery, known not by their names but by numbered tags that hung around their necks. Their teacher, Soichi Sakamoto, was an ordinary man whose swimming ability didnt extend much beyond treading water. In spite of everything, including the virulent anti-Japanese sentiment of the late 1930s, in their first year the children outraced Olympic athletes twice their size; in their second year, they were national and international champs, shattering American and world records and making headlines from L.A. to Nazi Germany. In their third year, theyd be declared the greatest swimmers in the world. But theyd also face their greatest obstacle: the dawning of a world war and the cancellation of the Games. Still, on the battlefield, theyd become the 20th centurys most celebrated heroes, and in 1948, theyd have one last chance for Olympic glory. They were the Three-Year Swim Club. This is their story. Review A brightly told story of the triumph of underdogs... exuberant, well-researched...tense, vivid, and inspiring. Kirkus ReviewsIf the basis for the book doesnt sound amazing enough, how the story unfolds--Japan vying for the Olympic games, Pearl Harbor being bombed, WWII changing the world forever--allows the story and characters to evolve in uplifting and heartbreaking ways...it is evident that Checkoways ability to set a scene is uncanny and accomplished...Depicting determination, discrimination, hope, anguish, hard work, and hard choices, Checkoway has created a sports history that is singular in its own right, and a fitting testament to the over 200 youths who swam for many reasons toward one goal: Olympics First! Olympics Always. Publishers Weekly (starred review)Remarkable real-life account...about as underdog as it gets. Boston GlobeAn inspiring true tale of grit and determination... Checkoway skillfully weaves vivid scenes into a larger narrative with a varied cast of characters to create a stirring, though exhaustive, account ...Pair this with The Boys in the Boat. BooklistThis story of one (at first) seemingly unremarkable man and his effect on camp children and the world of swimming is both inconceivable and dazzling. You wont want to miss it. Book ReporterThis captivating nonfiction, featuring engaging individuals and portraying a tumultuous time in history, chronicles Hawaiis second golden age of swimming. Sports and history enthusiasts will enjoy this title as much as book clubs and general readers. Library JournalCheckoway carefully weaves together facts into a sweeping historical tapestry. The Salt Lake TribuneCheckoways story of youthful perseverance will earn a place on the shelf with The Boys in the Boat. The National Book ReviewSave the story she has, through exhaustive research and sparkling prose. BookPage[A] reverent tale...Through meticulous research, Checkoway brings crisp focus to a fuzzy time in American history...The book carries hints of The Boys in the Boat...Checkoway stays true to her salvage mission. She unearths characters flawed and fetching and shines an unflinching light on race and class...glorious storytelling and a triumphant, unpredictable finish. Minneapolis Star TribuneShows that sometimes all you need to start something epic is a dream. BustleCheckoway takes on an incredible st...