Author: Greg Pizzoli
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 069813995X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2015 In the early 1900s, Robert Miller, a.k.a. “Count Victor Lustig,” moved to Paris hoping to be an artist. A con artist, that is. He used his ingenious scams on unsuspecting marks all over the world, from the Czech Republic, to Atlantic ocean liners, and across America. Tricky Vic pulled off his most daring con in 1925, when he managed to "sell" the Eiffel Tower to one of the city’s most successful scrap metal dealers! Six weeks later, he tried to sell the Eiffel Tower all over again. Vic was never caught. For that particular scam, anyway. . . . Kids will love to read about Vic's thrilling life, and teachers will love the informational sidebars and back matter. Award-winner Greg Pizzoli’s humorous and vibrant graphic style of illustration mark a bold approach to picture book biography.
Tricky Vic
Author: Greg Pizzoli
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 069813995X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2015 In the early 1900s, Robert Miller, a.k.a. “Count Victor Lustig,” moved to Paris hoping to be an artist. A con artist, that is. He used his ingenious scams on unsuspecting marks all over the world, from the Czech Republic, to Atlantic ocean liners, and across America. Tricky Vic pulled off his most daring con in 1925, when he managed to "sell" the Eiffel Tower to one of the city’s most successful scrap metal dealers! Six weeks later, he tried to sell the Eiffel Tower all over again. Vic was never caught. For that particular scam, anyway. . . . Kids will love to read about Vic's thrilling life, and teachers will love the informational sidebars and back matter. Award-winner Greg Pizzoli’s humorous and vibrant graphic style of illustration mark a bold approach to picture book biography.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 069813995X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2015 In the early 1900s, Robert Miller, a.k.a. “Count Victor Lustig,” moved to Paris hoping to be an artist. A con artist, that is. He used his ingenious scams on unsuspecting marks all over the world, from the Czech Republic, to Atlantic ocean liners, and across America. Tricky Vic pulled off his most daring con in 1925, when he managed to "sell" the Eiffel Tower to one of the city’s most successful scrap metal dealers! Six weeks later, he tried to sell the Eiffel Tower all over again. Vic was never caught. For that particular scam, anyway. . . . Kids will love to read about Vic's thrilling life, and teachers will love the informational sidebars and back matter. Award-winner Greg Pizzoli’s humorous and vibrant graphic style of illustration mark a bold approach to picture book biography.
Mind Magic and Mentalism For Dummies
Author: James L. Clark
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119954002
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
The beginner's guide to mental magic No rabbits. No wands. Just dozens of first-rate effects, illusions, and tricks guaranteed to amaze. Mind Magic & Mentalism For Dummies pulls back the curtain and introduces the secret world of mentalism for the first time. With this book and the included DVD, budding practitioners have everything they need to master some of the most astounding illusions imaginable from exercising psychic powers and reading minds to harnessing mental energy to control fire and bend metal from across the stage. Each effect in the book is presented from three perspectives: what the audience sees, how the trick is performed, and how to present it in a way that thrills spectators, making it the comprehensive, essential guide to blowing your audience away. The DVD includes performances of many of the effects outlined in the book to help readers put the information into action Provides both introductory-level lessons on the art of performing and a host of great effects that will meet the needs of beginners Mind Magic & Mentalism For Dummies is the essential introduction to this mysterious art that can seemingly provide readers with the powers of clairvoyance, mind control, divination, and precognition. Note - CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119954002
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
The beginner's guide to mental magic No rabbits. No wands. Just dozens of first-rate effects, illusions, and tricks guaranteed to amaze. Mind Magic & Mentalism For Dummies pulls back the curtain and introduces the secret world of mentalism for the first time. With this book and the included DVD, budding practitioners have everything they need to master some of the most astounding illusions imaginable from exercising psychic powers and reading minds to harnessing mental energy to control fire and bend metal from across the stage. Each effect in the book is presented from three perspectives: what the audience sees, how the trick is performed, and how to present it in a way that thrills spectators, making it the comprehensive, essential guide to blowing your audience away. The DVD includes performances of many of the effects outlined in the book to help readers put the information into action Provides both introductory-level lessons on the art of performing and a host of great effects that will meet the needs of beginners Mind Magic & Mentalism For Dummies is the essential introduction to this mysterious art that can seemingly provide readers with the powers of clairvoyance, mind control, divination, and precognition. Note - CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.
Harlequin Medical Romance December 2017 - Box Set 2 of 2
Author: Louisa George
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488022208
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Harlequin Medical Romance brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! Enjoy these stories packed with pulse-racing romance and heart-racing medical drama. This Harlequin Medical Romance box set includes: THE NURSE’S SPECIAL DELIVERY The Ultimate Christmas Gift by Louisa George Their attraction was instant! But how can nurse Abbie Cook tell gorgeous paramedic Callum Baird her best friend’s about to give birth to her surrogate baby? HER NEW YEAR BABY SURPRISE The Ultimate Christmas Gift by Sue MacKay Nurse Emma Hayes was happy being a surrogate for her best friend, and with her life, until Dr. Nixon Wright gets under her skin…with unexpected consequences. HER KNIGHT UNDER THE MISTLETOE by Annie O’Neil Dr. Amanda Wakehurst hopes for a family this Christmas when ER doc Matthew Chase discovers her secret—their son!
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488022208
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Harlequin Medical Romance brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! Enjoy these stories packed with pulse-racing romance and heart-racing medical drama. This Harlequin Medical Romance box set includes: THE NURSE’S SPECIAL DELIVERY The Ultimate Christmas Gift by Louisa George Their attraction was instant! But how can nurse Abbie Cook tell gorgeous paramedic Callum Baird her best friend’s about to give birth to her surrogate baby? HER NEW YEAR BABY SURPRISE The Ultimate Christmas Gift by Sue MacKay Nurse Emma Hayes was happy being a surrogate for her best friend, and with her life, until Dr. Nixon Wright gets under her skin…with unexpected consequences. HER KNIGHT UNDER THE MISTLETOE by Annie O’Neil Dr. Amanda Wakehurst hopes for a family this Christmas when ER doc Matthew Chase discovers her secret—their son!
Last to Rise
Author: Francis Knight
Publisher: Orbit
ISBN: 0316217735
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
The towering vertical city of Mahala is on the brink of war with its neighboring countries. It might be his worst nightmare, but Rojan and the few remaining pain mages have been drafted in to help. The city needs power in whatever form they can get it -- and fast. With alchemists readying a prototype electricity generator, and factories producing guns faster than ever, the city's best advantage is still the mages. Tapping their power is a risky plan, but with food in the city running out, and a battle brimming that no one is ready for, risky is the best they've got. . . The spectacular conclusion to the adventures of Rojan Dizon, which began with the thrilling fantasy debut Fade to Black.
Publisher: Orbit
ISBN: 0316217735
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
The towering vertical city of Mahala is on the brink of war with its neighboring countries. It might be his worst nightmare, but Rojan and the few remaining pain mages have been drafted in to help. The city needs power in whatever form they can get it -- and fast. With alchemists readying a prototype electricity generator, and factories producing guns faster than ever, the city's best advantage is still the mages. Tapping their power is a risky plan, but with food in the city running out, and a battle brimming that no one is ready for, risky is the best they've got. . . The spectacular conclusion to the adventures of Rojan Dizon, which began with the thrilling fantasy debut Fade to Black.
Mario Tennis Aces Game, Characters, Tiers, Controls, Unlockables, Tips, Wiki, Moves, Amiibo, Guide Unofficial
Author: Leet Games
Publisher: eBook Partnership
ISBN: 0359041612
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 29
Book Description
*Unofficial Guide Version*Advanced Tips & Strategy Guide. This is the most comprehensive and only detailed guide you will find online. Available for instant download on your mobile phone, eBook device, or in paperback form. Here is what you will be getting when you purchase this professional advanced and detailed game guide. - Professional Tips and Strategies. - Cheats and Hacks. - Beat Opponents.- Different Types of Shots.- Different Moves.- Court Types.- Moves & Tips.- Secrets, Tips, Cheats, Unlockables, and Tricks Used By Pro Players! - How to Get Tons of Cash/Coins. - PLUS MUCH MORE!Disclaimer: This product is not associated, affiliated, endorsed, certified, or sponsored by the Original Copyright Owner. All trademarks and registered trademarks appearing on this ebook are the property of their respective owners.
Publisher: eBook Partnership
ISBN: 0359041612
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 29
Book Description
*Unofficial Guide Version*Advanced Tips & Strategy Guide. This is the most comprehensive and only detailed guide you will find online. Available for instant download on your mobile phone, eBook device, or in paperback form. Here is what you will be getting when you purchase this professional advanced and detailed game guide. - Professional Tips and Strategies. - Cheats and Hacks. - Beat Opponents.- Different Types of Shots.- Different Moves.- Court Types.- Moves & Tips.- Secrets, Tips, Cheats, Unlockables, and Tricks Used By Pro Players! - How to Get Tons of Cash/Coins. - PLUS MUCH MORE!Disclaimer: This product is not associated, affiliated, endorsed, certified, or sponsored by the Original Copyright Owner. All trademarks and registered trademarks appearing on this ebook are the property of their respective owners.
Dick Waterman
Author: Tammy L. Turner
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN: 1496822706
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Growing up in an affluent Jewish family in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Dick Waterman (b. 1935) was a shy, stuttering boy living a world away from the Mississippi Delta. Though he never heard blues music at home, he became one of the most influential figures in blues of the twentieth century. A close proximity to Greenwich Village in the 1960s fueled Waterman's growing interest in folk music and led to an unlikely trip that resulted in the rediscovery of Delta blues artist Son House in 1964. Waterman began efforts to revive House’s music career and soon became his manager. He subsequently founded Avalon Productions, the first management agency focused on representing black blues musicians. In addition to booking and managing, he worked tirelessly to protect his clients from exploitation, demanded competitive compensation, and fought for royalties due them. During his career, Waterman befriended and worked with numerous musicians, including such luminaries as B. B. King, Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, and Eric Clapton. During the early years of his career, he documented the work of scores of musicians through his photography and gained fame as a blues photographer. This authorized biography is the crescendo of years of original research as well as extensive interviews conducted with Waterman and those who knew and worked with him.
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN: 1496822706
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Growing up in an affluent Jewish family in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Dick Waterman (b. 1935) was a shy, stuttering boy living a world away from the Mississippi Delta. Though he never heard blues music at home, he became one of the most influential figures in blues of the twentieth century. A close proximity to Greenwich Village in the 1960s fueled Waterman's growing interest in folk music and led to an unlikely trip that resulted in the rediscovery of Delta blues artist Son House in 1964. Waterman began efforts to revive House’s music career and soon became his manager. He subsequently founded Avalon Productions, the first management agency focused on representing black blues musicians. In addition to booking and managing, he worked tirelessly to protect his clients from exploitation, demanded competitive compensation, and fought for royalties due them. During his career, Waterman befriended and worked with numerous musicians, including such luminaries as B. B. King, Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, and Eric Clapton. During the early years of his career, he documented the work of scores of musicians through his photography and gained fame as a blues photographer. This authorized biography is the crescendo of years of original research as well as extensive interviews conducted with Waterman and those who knew and worked with him.
Race, Gender, Sexuality, and Social Class
Author: Susan J. Ferguson
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1412991943
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 777
Book Description
Race, Gender, Sexuality, and Social Class: Dimensions of Inequality, edited by renowned researcher and scholar Susan Ferguson, presents a contemporary and compelling overview of race, ethnicity, gender, and social class issues in the United States today. Taking an intersectional approach, the book is organized topically, rather than focusing on specific race/ethnic subgroups. The content is framed around the themes of identity, experiences of race, class, gender or sexuality, difference, inequality, and social change or personal empowerment, with historical context threaded throughout to deepen the reader's understanding. With engaging readings and cutting-edge scholarship the collection is not only refreshingly contemporary but also relevant to students’ lives.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1412991943
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 777
Book Description
Race, Gender, Sexuality, and Social Class: Dimensions of Inequality, edited by renowned researcher and scholar Susan Ferguson, presents a contemporary and compelling overview of race, ethnicity, gender, and social class issues in the United States today. Taking an intersectional approach, the book is organized topically, rather than focusing on specific race/ethnic subgroups. The content is framed around the themes of identity, experiences of race, class, gender or sexuality, difference, inequality, and social change or personal empowerment, with historical context threaded throughout to deepen the reader's understanding. With engaging readings and cutting-edge scholarship the collection is not only refreshingly contemporary but also relevant to students’ lives.
Security Protocols
Author: Bruce Christianson
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3540409262
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-proceedings of the 12th International Workshop on Security Protocols, April 2004. The book presents 21 revised full papers presented together with edited transcriptions of some of the discussions following the presentations. Among the topics addressed are authentication, anonymity, verification of cryptographic protocols, mobile ad-hoc network security, denial of service, SPKI, access control, timing attacks, API security, biometrics for security, and others.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3540409262
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-proceedings of the 12th International Workshop on Security Protocols, April 2004. The book presents 21 revised full papers presented together with edited transcriptions of some of the discussions following the presentations. Among the topics addressed are authentication, anonymity, verification of cryptographic protocols, mobile ad-hoc network security, denial of service, SPKI, access control, timing attacks, API security, biometrics for security, and others.
How to Beat Sit-&-Go Poker Tournament
Author: Neil Timothy
Publisher: Cardoza Publishing
ISBN: 1580424813
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
There s a lot of dead money up for grabs in the lower limit sit-and-gos and Neil Timothy shows you how to go and get it. The author, a professional player, shows you how to reach the last six places of lower limit sit-and-go tournaments four out of five times and then how to get in the money 25-35 percent of the time using his powerful, proven strategies. This book can turn a losing sit-and-go player into a winner, and a winner into a bigger winner. Also effective for the early and middle stages of one-table satellites.
Publisher: Cardoza Publishing
ISBN: 1580424813
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
There s a lot of dead money up for grabs in the lower limit sit-and-gos and Neil Timothy shows you how to go and get it. The author, a professional player, shows you how to reach the last six places of lower limit sit-and-go tournaments four out of five times and then how to get in the money 25-35 percent of the time using his powerful, proven strategies. This book can turn a losing sit-and-go player into a winner, and a winner into a bigger winner. Also effective for the early and middle stages of one-table satellites.
Abyss
Author: Troy Denning
Publisher: Lucas Books
ISBN: 0345509188
Category : Leia, Princess (Fictitious character)
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Following a trail of clues across the galaxy, Luke Skywalker and his son, Ben, continue their quest to find the reasons behind Jacen Solo's dark downfall and to win redemption for the Jedi Order.
Publisher: Lucas Books
ISBN: 0345509188
Category : Leia, Princess (Fictitious character)
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Following a trail of clues across the galaxy, Luke Skywalker and his son, Ben, continue their quest to find the reasons behind Jacen Solo's dark downfall and to win redemption for the Jedi Order.