Publisher: Tales of Terror
Two popular subgenres converge. Film critic Steve Hutchison covers 50 excellent apocalyptic war films and ranks them mathematically. A synopsis, five ratings, and a review are provided for each film. How many have you seen?
A smooth ride through the golden age of car travel, looking at both its cultural and architectural impact on the world. The culture of road travel and the road trip is arguably best reflected in the stationary spots found along the way. Christopher Beanland journeys through these built environments the world over, whose sole purpose is to cater to cars and those who drive them, and examines what makes them so alluring. Illustrated with 65 stunning photographs, Architecture For Cars explores everything from the brutalist fashions of listed UK petrol stations to the quirky and colourful drive-thrus found across the US. If you're interested in the autobahn churches of Germany, why Ed Ruscha felt drawn to painting gas stations, or you just enjoy the aesthetics of car-centric architecture across the globe, this book is for you. Also included are essays on wider topics such as roadside signs, drive-in malls and retail parks, cars on film, and roads that never were. This latest architectural deep-dive from Christopher Beanland focuses mainly on the 20th century, with an additional optimistic look towards the future: hopefully an electric vehicle-led existence will herald a new, greener 'golden age' for cars.Show book
By " assembling" some of the most fascinating figures in world history, Meeting of Minds provided a groundbreaking opportunity for audiences to be exposed to ideas by way of a medium not normally known for its intellectual vigor. Portrayed by actors, panelists engage in stimulating round-table discussions that were conducted like any other talk show but featured prominent influencers from bygone generations— not just philosophers and politicians, but poets, playwrights, and presidents. From activists and artists to international leaders— both famous and infamous— these conversations are unfailingly witty, thought-provoking, and genuinely entertaining. An innovative series, Meeting of Minds remains one of the most delightful ways of gaining historical perspective ever devised, and these original soundtrack recordings capture the intellectual and spirited debates of the episodes hosted by Steve Allen. The panelists featured in this volume are English naturalist Charles Darwin, American poet Emily Dickinson, Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei, and feared conqueror Attila the Hun.Show book
This book contains several topics about collecting items. The 4 topics are: 1 - Art collecting 2 - Coin collecting 3 - Comic book collecting 4 - Trading cards collecting Enjoy this bundle of tips, advice, experiences, and useful insights into the world of collecting things, trading, selling, and growing your portfolio of valuables!Show book
THE HATEFUL EIGHT THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA COLLECTION FROM THE MOVIE DIRECTED BY QUENTIN TARANTINO CREATED BY FILM TRIVIA METAVERSE ABOUT THE FILM The Hateful Eight is a 2015 American Western thriller directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set in a remote Wyoming haberdashery during a snowstorm, eight strangers seek refuge, including bounty hunters, outlaws, and a sheriff. As tensions rise, secrets are revealed, and alliances are formed amidst growing suspicion. The film explores themes of betrayal, revenge, and justice, with sharp, witty dialogue and intense confrontations. The confined setting and escalating violence reflect the harsh realities of post-Civil War America. With a focus on character-driven suspense, Tarantino blends dark humor and brutal action to examine moral ambiguity and survival in a hostile environment. TRIVIA SAMPLES: “After the script was leaked online, Quentin Tarantino initially didn’t want to make the film. However, after a brief reading in Los Angeles, the cast became excited about the project. With Samuel L. Jackson's encouragement, Tarantino decided to go ahead with it.” “Some of Ennio Morricone's compositions for the film were previously unused scores from The Thing (1982), a movie starring Kurt Russell.” “At one point, Joe Gage (Michael Madsen) says, "A bastard’s work is never done," which was a tagline for the poster of Inglourious Basterds (2009).” “Daisy's song was performed live by Jennifer Jason Leigh on set. The song, along with sounds of wood being hammered and dialogue by Kurt Russell, is featured in the film’s soundtrack.”Show book
Incorporating vivid hues, a palette of intriguing textures, and a scholarly understanding of exquisite objects, art, and furnishings, his work transcends period and milieu. His aesthetic spans the globe and the decades, from 18th-century English and European antiques to vintage French Modernism and the work of the finest international contemporary artisans. His projects, tailored and layered, are reminiscent of the stylish past, but always utterly up to date. With unfailing attention to scale, he is unafraid to wield a jolt of glamour or inject the unexpected, but never forgets that a room must ultimately reflect the genuine inner life of those who inhabit it.Show book
Depeche Mode’s 101 is, at first glance, a curious thing: a live double-album by a synth band. A recording of its “Concert for the Masses,” 101 marks the moment when doomy, cultish, electronic Depeche Mode, despite low American album sales and a lack of critical acclaim, declared they had arrived and ascended to the rare air of stadium rock. On June 18, 1988, 65,000 screaming, singing Southern Californians flocked to Pasadena’s Rose Bowl to celebrate DM’s coronation.The concert also revealed the power of Southern California radio station and event host KROQ, which had turned Los Angeles into DM’s American stronghold through years of fervent airplay. KROQ’s innovative format, which brought “new music” to its avid listeners, soon spread across the country, leading to the explosion of alternative rock in the 1990s.Eight years after its founding in Basildon, Essex, Depeche Mode, rooted in 1970s Krautrock, combined old-fashioned touring, well-crafted songs, and the steadfast support of KROQ to dominate Southern California, the United States, and then the world, kicking open the doors for the likes of Nirvana in the process. 101 is the hidden-in-plain-sight hinge of modern music history.Show book
