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En esta nueva edición, Natalia Lafourcade enriquece el contenido del libro De todas las flores (2023) un diario musical donde presenta material inédito de su premiado álbum homónimo. A través de sus páginas podemos descubrir imágenes, entrevistas y reflexiones que nos permiten conocer de primera mano el proceso creativo detrás del álbum homónimo lanzado en 2022 y que se ha ganado el gusto de críticos y fanáticos por igual.

Robert Shaw unforgettably commanded attention as the weathered seaman Captain Quint in the blockbuster sensation, Jaws. But what came before and after that landmark film is as dramatic as the hunt for the great white shark itself. Capturing the many facets of the vibrant, generous, and sometimes polarizing man is his nephew, Christopher, who explores the forces that shaped a dynamic personality—including Robert's indomitable mother, his deeply troubled father, and his activist sister, Joanna, with whom Robert shared an unbreakable bond.

In this cultural biography, New York Times film critic Alissa Wilkinson examines Joan Didion's influence through the lens of American mythmaking. As a young girl, Didion was infatuated with John Wayne and his on-screen bravado, and was fascinated by her California pioneer ancestry and the infamous Donner Party. The mythos that preoccupied her early years continued to influence her work as a magazine writer and film critic in New York, offering glimmers of the many stories Didion told herself that would come to unravel over the course of her career. But out west, show business beckoned.

A comedic memoire about my first year in Hollywood working at the storied William Morris talent agency.

Arthel "Doc" Watson (1923-2012) is arguably one of the most influential musicians Appalachia has ever produced. A musician's musician, Doc grew up on a subsistence farm in the North Carolina mountains during the Depression, soaking up traditional music and learning to play guitar even though he was blind. Full of fascinating stories—from Doc's first banjo made from his grandmother's cat to the founding of MerleFest—this promises to be the definitive biography of the man and how he came to be synonymous with roots music in America and shows how his influence is still felt in music today.

An eye-opening exposé of the film industry from the perspective of a female director, Charis Orchard shares her experiences from a 20-year career that’s spanned the globe. One of the most glamorous, yet backstabbing and exploitative, industries in the world, Charis shines a light on Hollywood’s dark side and the denizens beyond - #MeToo moments included. Candidly, she recounts a love affair with a determinedly private A-lister; a decade-long relationship that ends in abuse and denial.This is a story of passion, determination and hope against all odds – the odds of a filmmaker earning...

For years, Tommy Dorfman turned her back on her thoughts and emotions, hoping they’d simply go away. After a lifetime of confusion, she finally gained clarity around her gender and began to transition. But there were still parts of herself she’d locked away, elements of her story that she needed, for the first time, to fully confront. She sought guidance in a tarot deck. Maybe This Will Save Me is structured through the cards of that tarot pull.

Official Audiobook version of the Fully Authorised Biography of Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie written by acclaimed comedy biographer Jem Roberts (Clue, Blackadder, Douglas Adams) and narrated by the author... with a bit of help from his award-winning colleague Kris Dyer.

The inside story of award-winning, popular entertainer and actor who discovered that the key to success in the entertainment industry is a strong work ethic and a willingness to reinvent, never quit, and keep learning to survive. Joe Piscopo has made both live and living room audiences laugh for five decades, winning the acclaim and affection of millions of fans. Often recognized as one of the actors who replaced the original cast on Saturday Night Live, he helped rescue the show from cancellation.

Pour la première fois, Eddy Mitchell se livre. Il se raconte et nous raconte ici sa vie, depuis le Belleville des années 1950 jusqu'à aujourd'hui. L'enfance, le Golf-Drouot, Johnny Hallyday et Jacques Dutronc, Les Chaussettes Noires, le rock, la scène et le studio, ses succès et sa traversée du désert, les plateaux de cinéma : tout y passe. On retrouve, dans ces mémoires pleins d'anecdotes savoureuses, le ton inimitable de " Monsieur Eddy ", ses passions et son enthousiasme, son humour et ses humeurs, sa liberté. Tout ce qui fait de lui une des personnalités préférées des Français.

The author's memoirs of growing up in Cleveland on The North Coast Of America, the birthplace of Rock n Roll, and on tour with hit Rock n Roll artists in the 1960s, on a quest to see the world on someone else’s dime.

A literary welcome mat to the beautiful world of classical music, this memoir is accessible and engaging for all. It brings listeners into rehearsals and concert halls, revealing the choices musicians must consider, and what conductors, players, and composers really do. A heartwarming story about passion, determination, and survival, I Knew a Man Who Knew Brahms explores music at its core. You will never listen to music the same way again, after hearing Nancy Shear's story.

Updated information about every instrumental recording that reached number one on Billboard's popular recorded music charts from 1950 to the present. There is a great deal of information about every instrumental song that topped the pop charts, as well as every one of the recording artists, and each recorded song’s songwriters. The author conducted massive research to compile the interesting stories found in this book. The text covers the instrumentalists from Anton Karas’ recording of “Third Man Theme,” which reached number one in 1950, through Baauer reaching the top of the charts...

Matt Garstka: Polyrhythmic Prophet invites you behind the kit with one of today’s most adventurous drummers. Raised in a household steeped in fusion and classic rock, Matt absorbed complex grooves before he could even read music. From his first Ludwig kit in Westfield Massachusetts to the halls of Berklee College of Music, his journey is proof that curiosity and discipline can reshape what we think is possible on the drum set. Inside you’ll explore the rhythms that forged his style. Discover how gospel’s dynamic pulse met jazz’s conversational phrasing in his playing. Trace his ...

Gene Eliza Tierney (November 19, 1920-November 6, 1991), born in New York City, was an American stage and film actress. Acclaimed for her great beauty, Tierney was a prominent leading lady during the Golden Age of Hollywood. She starred in Otto Preminger's Laura (1944), a film noir classic, and in John M. Stahl's Leave Her to Heaven (1945), which earned Tierney a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress. Darryl F. Zanuck, co-founder of 20th Century Fox, said Tierney was "unquestionably, the most beautiful woman in movie history."

An Amazon #1 Bestseller in multiple categories — December 2024 Trump Unyielding: The Quest for America’s 47th Presidency is not just a biography, it’s a chronicle of resilience, leadership, and transformation. Donald J. Trump, now elected as the 47th President of the United States, embodies ambition and bold leadership, using his "Art of the Comeback" to reclaim the White House and redefine American politics. This compelling story follows Trump’s journey from his early days in Queens to his rise as the "King of Debt," turning a $9 billion deficit into a $10 billion empire. It delves...

This book deals with the links between notable people namely celebrities, astronauts and government officials and UFOs. Here I cover a number of famous people who've had direct or indirect encounters with UFOs and aliens. Is there some truth behind the rumours that high-profile personalities are being used to smooth the way for disclosure?

Danny Carey: Architect of the Polyrhythmic Realm delves into the life and legacy of Tool’s visionary drummer. Discover how Carey’s fascination with complex time signatures, sacred geometry, and advanced percussion techniques propelled him from a Texas rock scene hopeful into one of modern music’s most influential rhythm architects. This biography traces his early years mastering jazz and fusion, his breakthrough with Tool’s groundbreaking albums, and the creative process behind live performances that push the boundaries of what a drum kit can do. Packed with insider interviews, ...

Are you part of The Wallen Family, belting out “Whiskey Glasses,” rocking a flannel at his sold-out shows, or streaming I’m the Problem on repeat? Then 101 Facts About Morgan Wallen: A Heartfelt Ride Through the Country King’s Epic Rise is the must-have book for you! Written by superfan Riley Johnson, this passion project is your ultimate guide to Morgan Wallen’s incredible story, packed with 101 fascinating facts that every fan needs to know. From his small-town Sneedville roots to his chart-topping albums Dangerous and One Thing at a Time, this book dives deep into Morgan’s ...

Eine Zeitreise in die wilde Jugend unserer Großeltern, als wärst du live dabei! Verrückte Schlaglichter in eine unbekümmerte Zeit ohne Handy und Social Media, aber mit weit offenen Augen für das Wesentliche: Liebe, Erotik, Verwirrungen. Und dabei absolut keine Gebrauchsanweisung für nichts! Michael Schwarzmaier, Schauspieler und Autor, entdeckt nach über fünfzig Jahren eine Autobiografie, die er mit Mitte zwanzig geschrieben hat.