Author: John A. Kouwenhoven
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801836534
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
First published in 1961, The Beer Can by the Highway takes a provocative, wide-ranging look at America's ever-changing physical and intellectual landscapes, from advertising and jazz to Manhattan's skyline and the prairies of the Midwest. The Johns Hopkins edition features a foreword by Ralph Ellison, who praises the work as "one that springs from deep within that rich segment of the American grain which gave us the likes of Emerson and Whitman, Horatio Greenough and Constance Rourke—yes, and Mark Twain."
The Beer Can by the Highway
Author: John A. Kouwenhoven
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801836534
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
First published in 1961, The Beer Can by the Highway takes a provocative, wide-ranging look at America's ever-changing physical and intellectual landscapes, from advertising and jazz to Manhattan's skyline and the prairies of the Midwest. The Johns Hopkins edition features a foreword by Ralph Ellison, who praises the work as "one that springs from deep within that rich segment of the American grain which gave us the likes of Emerson and Whitman, Horatio Greenough and Constance Rourke—yes, and Mark Twain."
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801836534
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
First published in 1961, The Beer Can by the Highway takes a provocative, wide-ranging look at America's ever-changing physical and intellectual landscapes, from advertising and jazz to Manhattan's skyline and the prairies of the Midwest. The Johns Hopkins edition features a foreword by Ralph Ellison, who praises the work as "one that springs from deep within that rich segment of the American grain which gave us the likes of Emerson and Whitman, Horatio Greenough and Constance Rourke—yes, and Mark Twain."
The National Highway System and Ancillary Issues Relating to Highway and Transit Programs
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Public Works and Transportation. Subcommittee on Surface Transportation
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 892
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 892
Book Description
When You’re the Only Cop in Town . . .
Author: Debra Dixon
Publisher: Bell Bridge Books
ISBN: 1611947235
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
An indispensable guide to facts, procedures, and the how-to's of small town law enforcement from Debra Dixon, author of GMC: Goal, Motivation, and Conflict. Jack Berry has over 30 years in law enforcement, the last 17 as chief in a small town. He also happens to be Debra's dad. Crack the covers of this book and enjoy a writer's feast of the funny, the odd, and the mundane. Find out what you need to know and what it's really like on the mean streets of Smallville, U.S.A. "Don't start your small town crime story without this comprehensive guide!" -- Maggie Shayne, New York Times bestselling author. "Not only a great resource, but a great read. I wish I'd had this book when I started writing. Highly recommended." -- Jenny Crusie, New York Times bestselling author. "An accurate and revealing slice of life about an American small-town cop that includes his mindset and responsibilities. Not just the cop facts--but the job, the character, and the lifestyle. An essential reference for writers of crime and suspense." -- Susan Kearney, USA Today bestselling author.
Publisher: Bell Bridge Books
ISBN: 1611947235
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
An indispensable guide to facts, procedures, and the how-to's of small town law enforcement from Debra Dixon, author of GMC: Goal, Motivation, and Conflict. Jack Berry has over 30 years in law enforcement, the last 17 as chief in a small town. He also happens to be Debra's dad. Crack the covers of this book and enjoy a writer's feast of the funny, the odd, and the mundane. Find out what you need to know and what it's really like on the mean streets of Smallville, U.S.A. "Don't start your small town crime story without this comprehensive guide!" -- Maggie Shayne, New York Times bestselling author. "Not only a great resource, but a great read. I wish I'd had this book when I started writing. Highly recommended." -- Jenny Crusie, New York Times bestselling author. "An accurate and revealing slice of life about an American small-town cop that includes his mindset and responsibilities. Not just the cop facts--but the job, the character, and the lifestyle. An essential reference for writers of crime and suspense." -- Susan Kearney, USA Today bestselling author.
Highway Safety, Design and Operations: Roadside Hazards
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Public Works. Special Subcommittee on the Federal-Aid Highway Program
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Roads
Languages : en
Pages : 1264
Book Description
Committee Serial No. 90-21. Profusely illustrated with photographs of highway safety hazards and automobile accidents.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Roads
Languages : en
Pages : 1264
Book Description
Committee Serial No. 90-21. Profusely illustrated with photographs of highway safety hazards and automobile accidents.
Highway Hearings- Northen California ... Before the Subcommittee on Roads ... 88th Congress 2d Session, November 20 and December 2, 1964
Author: United States. Congress. House. Public Works Committee
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Ward's Automobile Topics
Author:
Publisher:
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Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 1348
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 1348
Book Description
america in the twentieth century
Author: David Keith Adams
Publisher: CUP Archive
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Publisher: CUP Archive
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Minnesota Highways
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 654
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 654
Book Description
Uncle John's Presents Book of the Dumb
Author: John Scalzi
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1607104687
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
As a celebration of dimwits, lunkheads, bad ideas, and just plain wrongheaded foolishness, dive into the shallow end with Uncle John’s Presents: Book of the Dumb. In every field of human endeavor, there are people, things, and ideas that rank among the best mankind has ever produced—the Book of the Dumb isn't about any of that. This volume from Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader teaches us one valuable lesson: never underestimate the power of human stupidity. In these pages, you'll find some of the worst ideas, most regrettable utterances, and biggest crackpot theories in the fields of art, science, politics, sports, entertainment, and more. Uncle John rules the world of humor and all things ridiculous, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained. Read all about… Crashes…on Mars Vegetable-flavored Jell-O Land wars fought during the winter…in Russia And much more!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1607104687
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
As a celebration of dimwits, lunkheads, bad ideas, and just plain wrongheaded foolishness, dive into the shallow end with Uncle John’s Presents: Book of the Dumb. In every field of human endeavor, there are people, things, and ideas that rank among the best mankind has ever produced—the Book of the Dumb isn't about any of that. This volume from Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader teaches us one valuable lesson: never underestimate the power of human stupidity. In these pages, you'll find some of the worst ideas, most regrettable utterances, and biggest crackpot theories in the fields of art, science, politics, sports, entertainment, and more. Uncle John rules the world of humor and all things ridiculous, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained. Read all about… Crashes…on Mars Vegetable-flavored Jell-O Land wars fought during the winter…in Russia And much more!
Timeless
Author: Danny Sparks
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595296769
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
John Wesley Hawkins is living a wonderful life until a freak accident changes his very reason for existence. As a result, he views the world in a very special way. He is thrust into a world of angels, ghosts, demons and vampires and their battle to control our world. He acquires very special powers that the local police want him to use to solve cold cases while a CIA director sees controlling him as a chance to gain power and wealth. John must balance his desire to use his exceptional gift to help mankind while maintaining his freedom and stopping a very evil man from using him to control the world. As a result John is chosen for a special assignment with the help of his guardian angel. His unique abilities will play a vital part in his adventure as he takes part in the oldest struggle on earth. The things he sees and the people he interacts with make you lock your doors and turn on all your lights. It's a story filled with surprises, twists and turns that will answer age-old questions and solve historical mysteries as he struggles to return to his family and a normal life.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595296769
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
John Wesley Hawkins is living a wonderful life until a freak accident changes his very reason for existence. As a result, he views the world in a very special way. He is thrust into a world of angels, ghosts, demons and vampires and their battle to control our world. He acquires very special powers that the local police want him to use to solve cold cases while a CIA director sees controlling him as a chance to gain power and wealth. John must balance his desire to use his exceptional gift to help mankind while maintaining his freedom and stopping a very evil man from using him to control the world. As a result John is chosen for a special assignment with the help of his guardian angel. His unique abilities will play a vital part in his adventure as he takes part in the oldest struggle on earth. The things he sees and the people he interacts with make you lock your doors and turn on all your lights. It's a story filled with surprises, twists and turns that will answer age-old questions and solve historical mysteries as he struggles to return to his family and a normal life.