Author: James L. Sweeney
Publisher: Hoover Press
ISBN: 0817929134
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
After political leaders mismanaged the electricity crisis, California now faces an electricity blight while it struggles to recover from its self-imposed wounds. The California Electricity Crisis focuses on policy decisions, their consequences, and alternatives: the saga California has faced and is still facing.
Catch Me If You Can
Author: Kraig Hanadel
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780380802876
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
A journalistic account of the actual investigation and conviction of Dana Ewell, a son of wealth and privilege who killed his family for money - the 1992 murders of Dale, Glee, and Tiffany Ewell in Sacramento, California with the cooperation of the two detectives who broke the case.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780380802876
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
A journalistic account of the actual investigation and conviction of Dana Ewell, a son of wealth and privilege who killed his family for money - the 1992 murders of Dale, Glee, and Tiffany Ewell in Sacramento, California with the cooperation of the two detectives who broke the case.
California Connection 2
Author: Chunichi
Publisher: Urban Books
ISBN: 1599831511
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Jewel used to be content with being a ride or die chick, playing Bonnie while the men in her life played Clyde. But now she realizes that it was her connections and street smarts that helped her man, Calico, rise to the top, and Jewel wants to be the one in control. She's tired of taking orders from men. She's willing to do anything to be queen of the streets, but when a deal she makes with the enemy comes back to haunt her, her dream is turned into a nightmare. Hopeless and struggling to keep her head above water, Jewel meets Misty, who seems to be her savior. They quickly form a bond, but when that bond is broken and the mist turns to rain, Jewel finds herself in the middle of a storm that she might not make it out of.
Publisher: Urban Books
ISBN: 1599831511
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Jewel used to be content with being a ride or die chick, playing Bonnie while the men in her life played Clyde. But now she realizes that it was her connections and street smarts that helped her man, Calico, rise to the top, and Jewel wants to be the one in control. She's tired of taking orders from men. She's willing to do anything to be queen of the streets, but when a deal she makes with the enemy comes back to haunt her, her dream is turned into a nightmare. Hopeless and struggling to keep her head above water, Jewel meets Misty, who seems to be her savior. They quickly form a bond, but when that bond is broken and the mist turns to rain, Jewel finds herself in the middle of a storm that she might not make it out of.
Heroes And Villains
Author: Steven Gaines
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306806479
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
The author "reveals the gothic tale of drugs, sex, music, greed, booze, and genius behind the wholesome image of the Beach Boys."--Jacket.
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306806479
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
The author "reveals the gothic tale of drugs, sex, music, greed, booze, and genius behind the wholesome image of the Beach Boys."--Jacket.
The Beach Boys and the California Myth
Author: David Leaf
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780448146263
Category : Rock groups
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
How the Beach Boys created the myth of California in the early sixties.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780448146263
Category : Rock groups
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
How the Beach Boys created the myth of California in the early sixties.
The California Electricity Crisis
Author: James L. Sweeney
Publisher: Hoover Press
ISBN: 0817929134
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
After political leaders mismanaged the electricity crisis, California now faces an electricity blight while it struggles to recover from its self-imposed wounds. The California Electricity Crisis focuses on policy decisions, their consequences, and alternatives: the saga California has faced and is still facing.
Publisher: Hoover Press
ISBN: 0817929134
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
After political leaders mismanaged the electricity crisis, California now faces an electricity blight while it struggles to recover from its self-imposed wounds. The California Electricity Crisis focuses on policy decisions, their consequences, and alternatives: the saga California has faced and is still facing.
Big Basin Redwood Forest: California's Oldest State Park
Author: Traci Bliss
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1467145041
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The epic saga of Big Basin began in the late 1800s, when the surrounding communities saw their once "inexhaustible" redwood forests vanishing. Expanding railways demanded timber as they crisscrossed the nation, but the more redwoods that fell to the woodman's axe, the greater the effects on the local climate. California's groundbreaking environmental movement attracted individuals from every walk of life. From the adopted son of a robber baron to a bohemian woman winemaker to a Jesuit priest, resilient campaigners produced an unparalleled model of citizen action. Join author Traci Bliss as she reveals the untold story of a herculean effort to preserve the ancient redwoods for future generations.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1467145041
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The epic saga of Big Basin began in the late 1800s, when the surrounding communities saw their once "inexhaustible" redwood forests vanishing. Expanding railways demanded timber as they crisscrossed the nation, but the more redwoods that fell to the woodman's axe, the greater the effects on the local climate. California's groundbreaking environmental movement attracted individuals from every walk of life. From the adopted son of a robber baron to a bohemian woman winemaker to a Jesuit priest, resilient campaigners produced an unparalleled model of citizen action. Join author Traci Bliss as she reveals the untold story of a herculean effort to preserve the ancient redwoods for future generations.
The California Saga
Author: Chunichi
Publisher: Urban Books
ISBN: 1622860756
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
When Michael Burroughs arrives on the scene in Virginia Beach from L.A., he floods the East Coast with top-notch product and quickly earns his title as the California Connection—Calico for short. He's also a smooth brotha with a knack for getting whatever he wants out of women. When he meets Jewel, sparks fly and things quickly spin out of control. When Calico shows his true colors, Jewel knows just how to get revenge. Jewel becomes the queen of the streets. She's making money in a major way. The only problem is that she no longer wants to share her throne. Add to this a federal investigation dubbed Operation California Connection, and Jewel could soon be facing her downfall. When the dust settles, Jewel is left with a boyfriend on the run and a federal case pending against her. Jewel is concerned with only one thing, though. She is determined to give her unborn child a good life, one that doesn't involve drugs, lies, and deception. Armed with a mother's love, Jewel uses her street savvy to try to gain back everything she lost, minus the pain. The California Saga is all about revenge and retaliation, even if it means snitching and snaking. It's about money, power, and greed.
Publisher: Urban Books
ISBN: 1622860756
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
When Michael Burroughs arrives on the scene in Virginia Beach from L.A., he floods the East Coast with top-notch product and quickly earns his title as the California Connection—Calico for short. He's also a smooth brotha with a knack for getting whatever he wants out of women. When he meets Jewel, sparks fly and things quickly spin out of control. When Calico shows his true colors, Jewel knows just how to get revenge. Jewel becomes the queen of the streets. She's making money in a major way. The only problem is that she no longer wants to share her throne. Add to this a federal investigation dubbed Operation California Connection, and Jewel could soon be facing her downfall. When the dust settles, Jewel is left with a boyfriend on the run and a federal case pending against her. Jewel is concerned with only one thing, though. She is determined to give her unborn child a good life, one that doesn't involve drugs, lies, and deception. Armed with a mother's love, Jewel uses her street savvy to try to gain back everything she lost, minus the pain. The California Saga is all about revenge and retaliation, even if it means snitching and snaking. It's about money, power, and greed.
Heroes and Villains
Author: David Hajdu
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0786751045
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
The Beach Boys have been rolling, like the tide their great songs evoke, for more than thirty years, reaching professional peaks and tragic personal depths. In this electrifying account Steven Gaines reveals the gothic tale of violence, addiction, greed, genius, madness, and rock 'n' roll behind the wholesome, surf-and-sun image. Through candid interviews with close friends, family, and the Beach Boys themselves, Heroes and Villains portrays and evaluates all those who propelled the California myth, and the group who sang about it, into worldwide prominence: Murry Wilson, the corrosive father who abused them as children and exploited them as adults; Dennis Wilson, who explored every avenue of excess (including welcoming the entire Manson family into his home) to his inevitable self-destruction; the Wilsons' cousin, frontman Mike Love, whose devotion to Eastern religion could not quell his violent temper; the wives (more than ten), mistresses, managers, and producers who consumed huge pieces of the "musical pie"; and of course, the band's artistic center, Brian Wilson, the mentally fragile musical genius who achieved so much and then so little. With dozens of photos, Heroes and Villains recounts the bitter saga of the American dream realized and distorted and the music that survived.
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0786751045
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
The Beach Boys have been rolling, like the tide their great songs evoke, for more than thirty years, reaching professional peaks and tragic personal depths. In this electrifying account Steven Gaines reveals the gothic tale of violence, addiction, greed, genius, madness, and rock 'n' roll behind the wholesome, surf-and-sun image. Through candid interviews with close friends, family, and the Beach Boys themselves, Heroes and Villains portrays and evaluates all those who propelled the California myth, and the group who sang about it, into worldwide prominence: Murry Wilson, the corrosive father who abused them as children and exploited them as adults; Dennis Wilson, who explored every avenue of excess (including welcoming the entire Manson family into his home) to his inevitable self-destruction; the Wilsons' cousin, frontman Mike Love, whose devotion to Eastern religion could not quell his violent temper; the wives (more than ten), mistresses, managers, and producers who consumed huge pieces of the "musical pie"; and of course, the band's artistic center, Brian Wilson, the mentally fragile musical genius who achieved so much and then so little. With dozens of photos, Heroes and Villains recounts the bitter saga of the American dream realized and distorted and the music that survived.
The Star in the Window
Author: Louis C. Langone
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1462014275
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 481
Book Description
When a service banner adorned with stars was displayed in a homes window during World War II, it meant a family member was involved in the war. Some of the soldiers never returned, but those who did come home carried memories and war stories. In The Star in the Window, author Louis C. Langone tells the stories of more than seventy-five WWII veterans who lived in Waterville and Central New York. Langone personally interviewed and listened to more than 100 men and women telling their wartime storiesfrom bombing missions over Europe to the island hopping campaigns of the Pacific to suffering as prisoners of war. The narratives are supplemented with material from books, periodicals, the Internet, press releases, unit histories, and letters, providing a mix of memories and facts. Photographs and community honor rolls are also included. The Star in the Window not only preserves special WWII memories, but also gives insight into the hardships endured and sacrifices made by the veterans of the Central New York area. It provides an opportunity to experience history through the eyes and ears of veterans from the various military branches of service revealing shocking and obscure incidents of the war.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1462014275
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 481
Book Description
When a service banner adorned with stars was displayed in a homes window during World War II, it meant a family member was involved in the war. Some of the soldiers never returned, but those who did come home carried memories and war stories. In The Star in the Window, author Louis C. Langone tells the stories of more than seventy-five WWII veterans who lived in Waterville and Central New York. Langone personally interviewed and listened to more than 100 men and women telling their wartime storiesfrom bombing missions over Europe to the island hopping campaigns of the Pacific to suffering as prisoners of war. The narratives are supplemented with material from books, periodicals, the Internet, press releases, unit histories, and letters, providing a mix of memories and facts. Photographs and community honor rolls are also included. The Star in the Window not only preserves special WWII memories, but also gives insight into the hardships endured and sacrifices made by the veterans of the Central New York area. It provides an opportunity to experience history through the eyes and ears of veterans from the various military branches of service revealing shocking and obscure incidents of the war.
The Botanical Lore of the California Indians. with Side Lights on Historical Incidents in California
Author: John Bruno Romero
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
In 'The Botanical Lore of the California Indians. with Side Lights on Historical Incidents in California' by John Bruno Romero, readers will explore the intricate relationship between Native American tribes in California and the diverse plant life of the region. Through meticulous research and detailed descriptions, Romero delves into the traditional uses of plants for medicinal, spiritual, and practical purposes, offering a glimpse into the rich botanical knowledge of the indigenous peoples. Written in a straightforward yet informative style, this book provides valuable insights into the cultural significance of plants in Native American societies, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of California's history. The inclusion of historical incidents adds depth to the narrative, connecting the botanical lore to broader themes of colonization and cultural exchange. John Bruno Romero, a seasoned scholar with a background in ethnobotany, draws upon his expertise to present a comprehensive study that is both enlightening and engaging. Readers interested in Native American traditions, ethnobotany, or California history will find 'The Botanical Lore of the California Indians' a fascinating and enlightening read.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
In 'The Botanical Lore of the California Indians. with Side Lights on Historical Incidents in California' by John Bruno Romero, readers will explore the intricate relationship between Native American tribes in California and the diverse plant life of the region. Through meticulous research and detailed descriptions, Romero delves into the traditional uses of plants for medicinal, spiritual, and practical purposes, offering a glimpse into the rich botanical knowledge of the indigenous peoples. Written in a straightforward yet informative style, this book provides valuable insights into the cultural significance of plants in Native American societies, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of California's history. The inclusion of historical incidents adds depth to the narrative, connecting the botanical lore to broader themes of colonization and cultural exchange. John Bruno Romero, a seasoned scholar with a background in ethnobotany, draws upon his expertise to present a comprehensive study that is both enlightening and engaging. Readers interested in Native American traditions, ethnobotany, or California history will find 'The Botanical Lore of the California Indians' a fascinating and enlightening read.