Author: Todd R. Baptista
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 147663789X
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Formed by five young black men from Chicago, the Flamingos rose to prominence as one of the top vocal acts of the 1950s rock and roll explosion. They appeared in motion pictures and turned out a string of hit records that have remained popular for more than a half-century. Providing a wealth of never-before-told stories of the influential quintet and their experiences in a white-dominated industry, this book details the back-room record deals, life on the road, the creative process, meticulous recording sessions and live performances, based on interviews with original members and those who worked with them.
The Flamingos
Author: Todd R. Baptista
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 147663789X
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Formed by five young black men from Chicago, the Flamingos rose to prominence as one of the top vocal acts of the 1950s rock and roll explosion. They appeared in motion pictures and turned out a string of hit records that have remained popular for more than a half-century. Providing a wealth of never-before-told stories of the influential quintet and their experiences in a white-dominated industry, this book details the back-room record deals, life on the road, the creative process, meticulous recording sessions and live performances, based on interviews with original members and those who worked with them.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 147663789X
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Formed by five young black men from Chicago, the Flamingos rose to prominence as one of the top vocal acts of the 1950s rock and roll explosion. They appeared in motion pictures and turned out a string of hit records that have remained popular for more than a half-century. Providing a wealth of never-before-told stories of the influential quintet and their experiences in a white-dominated industry, this book details the back-room record deals, life on the road, the creative process, meticulous recording sessions and live performances, based on interviews with original members and those who worked with them.
Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos
Author: Donna Andrews
Publisher: Minotaur Books
ISBN: 1466807938
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Every year, Yorktown, Virginia, relives its role in the Revolutionary War by celebrating the anniversary of the British surrender in 1781. This year, plans include a re-enactment of the original battle and a colonial craft fair. Meg Langslow has returned to her home town for the festivities--and to sell her wrought-iron works of art. Except, of course, for the pink-painted flamingos she reluctantly made for her mother's best friend--she's hoping to deliver them secretly, so she won't get a reputation as "the blacksmith who makes those cute wrought-iron flamingos." Besides, she has taken on another responsibility--making sure none of her fellow crafters ruin the historical authenticity of the fair with forbidden modern devices--like wrist watches, calculators, or cell phones. She's only doing it to keep peace with the mother of the man she loves. And Michael himself will don the white-and-gold uniform of a French officer for the re-enactment--what actor could resist a role like that? Meg's also trying to keep her father from scaring too many tourists with his impersonation of an 18th century physician. And to prevent a snooping reporter from publishing any stories about local scandals. Not to mention saving her naive brother, Rob, from the clutches of a con man who might steal the computer game he has invented. It's a tough job--at least, until the swindler is found dead, slain in Meg's booth with one of her own wrought-iron creations. Now Meg must add another item to her already lengthy to do list: "Don't forget to solve the murder!" Fortunately, the more trouble Meg faces, the more fun the reader will have--and Meg faces plenty of trouble in this lighthearted and funny novel.
Publisher: Minotaur Books
ISBN: 1466807938
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Every year, Yorktown, Virginia, relives its role in the Revolutionary War by celebrating the anniversary of the British surrender in 1781. This year, plans include a re-enactment of the original battle and a colonial craft fair. Meg Langslow has returned to her home town for the festivities--and to sell her wrought-iron works of art. Except, of course, for the pink-painted flamingos she reluctantly made for her mother's best friend--she's hoping to deliver them secretly, so she won't get a reputation as "the blacksmith who makes those cute wrought-iron flamingos." Besides, she has taken on another responsibility--making sure none of her fellow crafters ruin the historical authenticity of the fair with forbidden modern devices--like wrist watches, calculators, or cell phones. She's only doing it to keep peace with the mother of the man she loves. And Michael himself will don the white-and-gold uniform of a French officer for the re-enactment--what actor could resist a role like that? Meg's also trying to keep her father from scaring too many tourists with his impersonation of an 18th century physician. And to prevent a snooping reporter from publishing any stories about local scandals. Not to mention saving her naive brother, Rob, from the clutches of a con man who might steal the computer game he has invented. It's a tough job--at least, until the swindler is found dead, slain in Meg's booth with one of her own wrought-iron creations. Now Meg must add another item to her already lengthy to do list: "Don't forget to solve the murder!" Fortunately, the more trouble Meg faces, the more fun the reader will have--and Meg faces plenty of trouble in this lighthearted and funny novel.
Flora and the Flamingo
Author: Molly Idle
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452145075
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
A 2014 Caldecott Honor Book In this innovative wordless picture book with interactive flaps, Flora and her graceful flamingo friend explore the trials and joys of friendship through an elaborate synchronized dance. With a twist, a turn, and even a flop, these unlikely friends learn at last how to dance together in perfect harmony. Full of humor and heart, this stunning performance (and splashy ending!) will have readers clapping for more! Double tap the flaps to open and close them, swipe the corners of the book to turn from page to page, and activate the soundtrack to listen to the music while you read your new ebook!
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452145075
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
A 2014 Caldecott Honor Book In this innovative wordless picture book with interactive flaps, Flora and her graceful flamingo friend explore the trials and joys of friendship through an elaborate synchronized dance. With a twist, a turn, and even a flop, these unlikely friends learn at last how to dance together in perfect harmony. Full of humor and heart, this stunning performance (and splashy ending!) will have readers clapping for more! Double tap the flaps to open and close them, swipe the corners of the book to turn from page to page, and activate the soundtrack to listen to the music while you read your new ebook!
Amazing Animals: Flamingos
Author: Kate Riggs
Publisher: Creative Paperbacks
ISBN: 9781628320886
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of flamingos, the long-legged wading birds. Also included is a story from folklore explaining how flamingos came to live at salt lakes.
Publisher: Creative Paperbacks
ISBN: 9781628320886
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of flamingos, the long-legged wading birds. Also included is a story from folklore explaining how flamingos came to live at salt lakes.
Flamingos on the Roof
Author: Calef Brown
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618562985
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
A collection of poems for children.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618562985
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
A collection of poems for children.
The Flamingo
Author: Guojing
Publisher: Random House Studio
ISBN: 0593127315
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
A stunning graphic novel filled with gorgeous, whimsical illustrations about an imaginative girl and a bright pink feather that leads to a journey with a baby flamingo. A "perfect" (Shelf Awareness) chapter book from the highly acclaimed creator of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, The Only Child. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR • Kirkus Reviews • School Library Journal • Shelf Awareness • Horn Book A little girl arrives, excited for a beachy vacation with her Lao Lao. The girl and her grandmother search for shells, chase crabs, and play in the sea, but when the girl finds an exquisite flamingo feather in her grandmother's living room, her vacation turns into something fantastical. This nearly wordless graphic novel begins in nostalgic sepia toned illustrations and explodes into riotous color as Lao Lao tells her granddaughter the story of a little girl who finds herself as the caretaker of a baby flamingo. The Flamingo is a tale of imagination, reunions, and connection that readers are sure to reach for again and again.
Publisher: Random House Studio
ISBN: 0593127315
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
A stunning graphic novel filled with gorgeous, whimsical illustrations about an imaginative girl and a bright pink feather that leads to a journey with a baby flamingo. A "perfect" (Shelf Awareness) chapter book from the highly acclaimed creator of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, The Only Child. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR • Kirkus Reviews • School Library Journal • Shelf Awareness • Horn Book A little girl arrives, excited for a beachy vacation with her Lao Lao. The girl and her grandmother search for shells, chase crabs, and play in the sea, but when the girl finds an exquisite flamingo feather in her grandmother's living room, her vacation turns into something fantastical. This nearly wordless graphic novel begins in nostalgic sepia toned illustrations and explodes into riotous color as Lao Lao tells her granddaughter the story of a little girl who finds herself as the caretaker of a baby flamingo. The Flamingo is a tale of imagination, reunions, and connection that readers are sure to reach for again and again.
Mrs. Fitz's Flamingos
Author: Kevin McCloskey
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 9780688104757
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
To improve her view, a Brooklyn apartment dweller buys flamingos at the five and ten cent store and displays them outside her window.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 9780688104757
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
To improve her view, a Brooklyn apartment dweller buys flamingos at the five and ten cent store and displays them outside her window.
Flamingos Fly
Author: Douglas Florian
Publisher: little bee books
ISBN: 9781499803679
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover what these animals do in this playful board book by award-winning author Douglas Florian. Flamingos fly. Sailfish swim. Monkeys swing on a jungle gym! Discover what different animals do in this fun, rhyming story by award-winning author Douglas Florian! Animals include flying flamingos, swimming sailfish, swinging monkeys, diving dolphins, soaring swallows, creeping starfish, digging prairie dogs, lunging lizards, plunging pelicans, jumping jaguars, leaping llamas, and sleeping sloths.
Publisher: little bee books
ISBN: 9781499803679
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover what these animals do in this playful board book by award-winning author Douglas Florian. Flamingos fly. Sailfish swim. Monkeys swing on a jungle gym! Discover what different animals do in this fun, rhyming story by award-winning author Douglas Florian! Animals include flying flamingos, swimming sailfish, swinging monkeys, diving dolphins, soaring swallows, creeping starfish, digging prairie dogs, lunging lizards, plunging pelicans, jumping jaguars, leaping llamas, and sleeping sloths.
Pink Flamingos and the Yellow Pages
Author: Bob Hambly
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 145218061X
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
Discover the weird and wonderful stories of our colorful world! Why are wedding dresses white? And what is the Ketchup and Mustard Theory? The answers always come back to color. Color infuses our lives with meaning, manifesting in science, language, design, pop culture, and beyond. Specific hues shape our everyday actions and define entire generations. In 75 short essays, this book reveals the hidden histories behind a range of fascinating hues—from shocking shades to subtle tints, from jockey silks on the racetrack to corals on the ocean floor. This elegant little hardcover is bursting with bright photographs throughout. It's a vivid tour across geography and through time that will leave you with a renewed sense of curiosity and wonder about our colorful world. KNOWLEDGEABLE AUTHOR: Designer Bob Hambly brings both expertise and irresistible enthusiasm to this exploration of color. His blog Colour Studies has received publicity in the design blog world since its 2017 launch—including a feature in Uppercase Magazine. THE JOY OF COLOR: Color is a universal element of the world; it lifts our mood and fascinates us. Everyone from artists to designers to rainbow lovers will enjoy this fresh spin on the topic. APPROACHABLE AND COMPELLING: Hambly shares his insights in a direct and appealing style sprinkled with wry humor. Photographs and a bold, colorful design make this book a delight to read. PERFECT FOR TRIVIA LOVERS: With wow-worthy information presented in bitesize chapters, this is the perfect gift for anyone who loves collecting trivia. Perfect for: • Trivia enthusiasts • Color and rainbow lovers • Art and design fans • History buffs • Pop culture fiends
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 145218061X
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
Discover the weird and wonderful stories of our colorful world! Why are wedding dresses white? And what is the Ketchup and Mustard Theory? The answers always come back to color. Color infuses our lives with meaning, manifesting in science, language, design, pop culture, and beyond. Specific hues shape our everyday actions and define entire generations. In 75 short essays, this book reveals the hidden histories behind a range of fascinating hues—from shocking shades to subtle tints, from jockey silks on the racetrack to corals on the ocean floor. This elegant little hardcover is bursting with bright photographs throughout. It's a vivid tour across geography and through time that will leave you with a renewed sense of curiosity and wonder about our colorful world. KNOWLEDGEABLE AUTHOR: Designer Bob Hambly brings both expertise and irresistible enthusiasm to this exploration of color. His blog Colour Studies has received publicity in the design blog world since its 2017 launch—including a feature in Uppercase Magazine. THE JOY OF COLOR: Color is a universal element of the world; it lifts our mood and fascinates us. Everyone from artists to designers to rainbow lovers will enjoy this fresh spin on the topic. APPROACHABLE AND COMPELLING: Hambly shares his insights in a direct and appealing style sprinkled with wry humor. Photographs and a bold, colorful design make this book a delight to read. PERFECT FOR TRIVIA LOVERS: With wow-worthy information presented in bitesize chapters, this is the perfect gift for anyone who loves collecting trivia. Perfect for: • Trivia enthusiasts • Color and rainbow lovers • Art and design fans • History buffs • Pop culture fiends
The Flamingo's Smile: Reflections in Natural History
Author: Stephen Jay Gould
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393340856
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
"Gould himself is a rare and wonderful animal—a member of the endangered species known as the ruby-throated polymath. . . . [He] is a leading theorist on large-scale patterns in evolution . . . [and] one of the sharpest and most humane thinkers in the sciences." --David Quammen, New York Times Book Review
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393340856
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
"Gould himself is a rare and wonderful animal—a member of the endangered species known as the ruby-throated polymath. . . . [He] is a leading theorist on large-scale patterns in evolution . . . [and] one of the sharpest and most humane thinkers in the sciences." --David Quammen, New York Times Book Review