Author: Paul Gambino
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
ISBN: 139961522X
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
A fascinating insight into the strange world of collectors of the macabre, Morbid Curiosities features 18 unique collections and an extensive interview with each collector, explaining how and why they collect, and showcasing the most remarkable pieces from each collection. The collections include skulls, mummified body parts, taxidermy, occult objects and various carnival, and side-show and criminal ephemera. Detailed captions tell the curious stories behind each object, many of which are being shown outside the private world of their collections for the first time. Morbid Curiosities includes stunning, specially commissioned photography of both the individual objects and the context of how the collector exhibits their work, forming a unique showcase of the bizarre and the intriguing.
Strange Gifts
Author: Robert Silverberg
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434455114
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Included: "The Golden Man," by Philip K. Dick; "Danger -- Human!" by Gordon R. Dickson; "All the People," by R.A. Lafferty; "Oddy and Id," by Alfred Bester; "The Man with English," by Horace L. Gold; "To Be Continued," by Robert Silverberg; "Humpty Dumpty Had a Great Fall," by Frank Belknap Long; and "Bettyann," by Kris Neville.
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434455114
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Included: "The Golden Man," by Philip K. Dick; "Danger -- Human!" by Gordon R. Dickson; "All the People," by R.A. Lafferty; "Oddy and Id," by Alfred Bester; "The Man with English," by Horace L. Gold; "To Be Continued," by Robert Silverberg; "Humpty Dumpty Had a Great Fall," by Frank Belknap Long; and "Bettyann," by Kris Neville.
Morbid Curiosities
Author: Paul Gambino
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
ISBN: 139961522X
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
A fascinating insight into the strange world of collectors of the macabre, Morbid Curiosities features 18 unique collections and an extensive interview with each collector, explaining how and why they collect, and showcasing the most remarkable pieces from each collection. The collections include skulls, mummified body parts, taxidermy, occult objects and various carnival, and side-show and criminal ephemera. Detailed captions tell the curious stories behind each object, many of which are being shown outside the private world of their collections for the first time. Morbid Curiosities includes stunning, specially commissioned photography of both the individual objects and the context of how the collector exhibits their work, forming a unique showcase of the bizarre and the intriguing.
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
ISBN: 139961522X
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
A fascinating insight into the strange world of collectors of the macabre, Morbid Curiosities features 18 unique collections and an extensive interview with each collector, explaining how and why they collect, and showcasing the most remarkable pieces from each collection. The collections include skulls, mummified body parts, taxidermy, occult objects and various carnival, and side-show and criminal ephemera. Detailed captions tell the curious stories behind each object, many of which are being shown outside the private world of their collections for the first time. Morbid Curiosities includes stunning, specially commissioned photography of both the individual objects and the context of how the collector exhibits their work, forming a unique showcase of the bizarre and the intriguing.
The Strange Birds of Flannery O'Connor
Author: Amy Alznauer
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1592703437
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
“I intend to stand firm and let the peacocks multiply, for I am sure that, in the end, the last word will be theirs.” —Flannery O’Connor When she was young, the writer Flannery O’Connor was captivated by the chickens in her yard. She’d watch their wings flap, their beaks peck, and their eyes glint. At age six, her life was forever changed when she and a chicken she had been training to walk forwards and backwards were featured in the Pathé News, and she realized that people want to see what is odd and strange in life. But while she loved birds of all varieties and kept several species around the house, it was the peacocks that came to dominate her life. Written by Amy Alznauer with devotional attention to all things odd and illustrated in radiant paint by Ping Zhu, The Strange Birds of Flannery O’Connor explores the beginnings of one author’s lifelong obsession. Amy Alznauer lives in Chicago with her husband, two children, a dog, a parakeet, sometimes chicks, and a part-time fish, but, as of today, no elephants or peacocks. Ping Zhu is a freelance illustrator who has worked with clients big and small, won some awards based on the work she did for aforementioned clients, attracted new clients with shiny awards, and is hoping to maintain her livelihood in Brooklyn by repeating that cycle.
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1592703437
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
“I intend to stand firm and let the peacocks multiply, for I am sure that, in the end, the last word will be theirs.” —Flannery O’Connor When she was young, the writer Flannery O’Connor was captivated by the chickens in her yard. She’d watch their wings flap, their beaks peck, and their eyes glint. At age six, her life was forever changed when she and a chicken she had been training to walk forwards and backwards were featured in the Pathé News, and she realized that people want to see what is odd and strange in life. But while she loved birds of all varieties and kept several species around the house, it was the peacocks that came to dominate her life. Written by Amy Alznauer with devotional attention to all things odd and illustrated in radiant paint by Ping Zhu, The Strange Birds of Flannery O’Connor explores the beginnings of one author’s lifelong obsession. Amy Alznauer lives in Chicago with her husband, two children, a dog, a parakeet, sometimes chicks, and a part-time fish, but, as of today, no elephants or peacocks. Ping Zhu is a freelance illustrator who has worked with clients big and small, won some awards based on the work she did for aforementioned clients, attracted new clients with shiny awards, and is hoping to maintain her livelihood in Brooklyn by repeating that cycle.
Strange
Author: Christine Pope
Publisher: Sara C. Roethle
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2299
Book Description
Eight Complete Novels Featuring Psychics, Demons, Aliens, Angels, Gods and Goddesses, Time Travel, and More! Dive into eight different worlds that aren’t your normal paranormal. These aren’t your run of the mill vampire, werewolf, and witch stories. Immerse yourself in these unique, full-length novels from national bestselling authors: Falling Dark ~ Christine Pope Rune Gate ~ Mark E. Cooper Beyond the Veil ~ Pippa DaCosta Deception ~ Stacy Claflin Fated ~ Sara C. Roethle Nolander ~ Becca Mills The Girl In Between ~ Laeken Zea Kemp Bad Vibrations ~ Christine Pope
Publisher: Sara C. Roethle
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2299
Book Description
Eight Complete Novels Featuring Psychics, Demons, Aliens, Angels, Gods and Goddesses, Time Travel, and More! Dive into eight different worlds that aren’t your normal paranormal. These aren’t your run of the mill vampire, werewolf, and witch stories. Immerse yourself in these unique, full-length novels from national bestselling authors: Falling Dark ~ Christine Pope Rune Gate ~ Mark E. Cooper Beyond the Veil ~ Pippa DaCosta Deception ~ Stacy Claflin Fated ~ Sara C. Roethle Nolander ~ Becca Mills The Girl In Between ~ Laeken Zea Kemp Bad Vibrations ~ Christine Pope
A Strangely Wrapped Gift
Author: Emily Juniper
Publisher: Central Avenue Publishing
ISBN: 177168190X
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
In A Strangely Wrapped Gift, you will find journeys from mental illness to recovery, from heartbreak to heart growth, from hopelessness to empowerment, and from the ocean to the stars. Juniper takes heavy, emotional raw material and weaves it into stunning, relatable poetry you'll long to share with friends and loved ones. This collection is a reminder that broken pieces make the most beautiful mosaics, and that all of us possess the power to bloom even after a harsh winter.
Publisher: Central Avenue Publishing
ISBN: 177168190X
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
In A Strangely Wrapped Gift, you will find journeys from mental illness to recovery, from heartbreak to heart growth, from hopelessness to empowerment, and from the ocean to the stars. Juniper takes heavy, emotional raw material and weaves it into stunning, relatable poetry you'll long to share with friends and loved ones. This collection is a reminder that broken pieces make the most beautiful mosaics, and that all of us possess the power to bloom even after a harsh winter.
The Screaming Goat
Author: Running Press
Publisher: RP Minis
ISBN: 9780762459810
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Become the owner of your very own screaming goat. If you are a goat-loving fiend or you simply can't get enough of the screaming goat videos then you absolutely need to own a mini screaming goat. Your new goat companion sits on a tree stump and when you give him a gentle press he screams! The kit also includes a 32-page illustrated pocket guide of fun facts and trivia about everyone's favorite farm animal.
Publisher: RP Minis
ISBN: 9780762459810
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Become the owner of your very own screaming goat. If you are a goat-loving fiend or you simply can't get enough of the screaming goat videos then you absolutely need to own a mini screaming goat. Your new goat companion sits on a tree stump and when you give him a gentle press he screams! The kit also includes a 32-page illustrated pocket guide of fun facts and trivia about everyone's favorite farm animal.
The Gift of the Magi
Author: O. Henry
Publisher: Amila Jay
ISBN: 3986779213
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
"The Gift of the Magi" is a short story by O. Henry first published in 1905. The story tells of a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money. As a sentimental story with a moral lesson about gift-giving, it has been popular for adaptation, especially for presentation at Christmas time.
Publisher: Amila Jay
ISBN: 3986779213
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
"The Gift of the Magi" is a short story by O. Henry first published in 1905. The story tells of a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money. As a sentimental story with a moral lesson about gift-giving, it has been popular for adaptation, especially for presentation at Christmas time.
Games for Bored Adults
Author:
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1473529239
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Whether you're on lockdown with your family, partner, or flatmates: Games for Bored Adults is packed full of gaming inspiration to liven up any dull situation. Why not play human Buckaroo with a sleeping stranger, take on the After Eight challenge, or laugh in the face of pulled muscles in the ultimate ‘Cereal Killer’ game? Challenge your family, indulge your competitive streak and prove yourself the undisputed victor in a whole range of funny and imaginative games for every occasion.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1473529239
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Whether you're on lockdown with your family, partner, or flatmates: Games for Bored Adults is packed full of gaming inspiration to liven up any dull situation. Why not play human Buckaroo with a sleeping stranger, take on the After Eight challenge, or laugh in the face of pulled muscles in the ultimate ‘Cereal Killer’ game? Challenge your family, indulge your competitive streak and prove yourself the undisputed victor in a whole range of funny and imaginative games for every occasion.
How Not to Be a Dick
Author: Meghan Doherty
Publisher: Zest Books ™
ISBN: 1541581873
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
On the one hand, nobody wants to be a dick. On the other hand, dicks are everywhere! They cut in line, talk behind our backs, recline into our seats, and even have the power to morph into trolls online. Their powers are impressive, but with a little foresight and thoughtfulness, we can take a stand against dickishness today. How Not to Be a Dick is packed with honest and straightforward advice, but it also includes playful illustrations showing two well-meaning (but not always well behaved) young people as they confront moments of potential dickishness in their everyday lives. Sometimes they falter, sometimes they triumph, but they always seek to find a better way. And with their help, you can too. Just see the agreement at the beginning of the book: I pledge to use the tools and techniques provided in this book to help make the world a less dickish place. "Doherty fires absurd twenty-first-century zingers that happen to be really, really, really funny."—starred, Booklist
Publisher: Zest Books ™
ISBN: 1541581873
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
On the one hand, nobody wants to be a dick. On the other hand, dicks are everywhere! They cut in line, talk behind our backs, recline into our seats, and even have the power to morph into trolls online. Their powers are impressive, but with a little foresight and thoughtfulness, we can take a stand against dickishness today. How Not to Be a Dick is packed with honest and straightforward advice, but it also includes playful illustrations showing two well-meaning (but not always well behaved) young people as they confront moments of potential dickishness in their everyday lives. Sometimes they falter, sometimes they triumph, but they always seek to find a better way. And with their help, you can too. Just see the agreement at the beginning of the book: I pledge to use the tools and techniques provided in this book to help make the world a less dickish place. "Doherty fires absurd twenty-first-century zingers that happen to be really, really, really funny."—starred, Booklist
My Farm Friends
Author: Wendell Minor
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399257993
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Here’s a perfect introduction to our farm friends. Is there anything cuter than a little lamb or playful piglet? Farm animals are fascinating, and they are full of surprises, too. Naturally, cows make milk—but did you know they need to drink a bathtub-full of water every day? And of course the turkeys gobble—but sometimes they purr like cats. Wendell Minor’s bright, bold artwork and jaunty verse celebrate the wonders of our farm friends.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399257993
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Here’s a perfect introduction to our farm friends. Is there anything cuter than a little lamb or playful piglet? Farm animals are fascinating, and they are full of surprises, too. Naturally, cows make milk—but did you know they need to drink a bathtub-full of water every day? And of course the turkeys gobble—but sometimes they purr like cats. Wendell Minor’s bright, bold artwork and jaunty verse celebrate the wonders of our farm friends.