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Take a trip back through six decades of pivotal events and relive—through the reflections of people who were there plus over 200 reminiscent photos—the moments when history was being made.
Where Were You When? lets you experience the drama and impact of many epoch- making events of the past 60-plus years. From the outbreak of World War II on Sept. 3, 1939, to the horrific tragedy of Hurricane Katrina on Aug. 23, 2005, this sweeping book revisits these landmark events as well as tragic deaths that shocked the world. Unfolding chronologically, with timelines throughout, the headline-grabbing breakthroughs come alive through evocative photographs, captivating sidebars, and the candid reflections of people who were profoundly touched.
As Buzz Aldrin, who took “one small step” on the moon writes in his foreword:
“Many people think of ‘history’ as a dry, academic study, but in fact, it’s the opposite—truly memorable historic moments are about excitement and exhilaration…”
Where Were You When captures these unforgettable moments in a manner that no other book has portrayed!...
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A look at pairs that's beyond compare!
Explore the power of two, in this clever and fully illustrated look at the influence of partnerships throughout history. Packed with fascinating information, it journeys from Biblical days onward, delving into commerce and industry, fantasy and fiction, the arts and entertainment, and objects and ideas. The famous (sometimes infamous) pairs include Adam and Eve; Sodom and Gomorrah; Tarzan and Jane; Mick Jagger and Keith Richards; and Ben and Jerry. In addition to explaining how the couple came togetherthe entries feature images, key dates, fun facts, and boxed trivia. By the time you're done, you'll understand why two is often better than one.
With a foreword by the world-famous designers Dolce & Gabbana.
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Take Me To Your Leader is an irreverent, sideways look at the many bizarre occurrences on our sometimes twisted planet--from why humans occasionally burst into flames to how to walk on water.
A random cornucopia of the ironic and interesting, this is an illustrated reference book truly like no other--every page reveals a host of fascinating facts and curious asides that will amuse and bemuse in equal measure.
If you want to know both how the world might end tomorrow--and how to save it, whether size really does matter, how to tackle international diplomacy through hand signals, or how to make balloon animals, get a decent salami, or grapple with an angry bear, then this is the place to look....
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