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Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
The lore of the early days of hip hop has become the stuff of myth, so what better way to document this fascinating, epic true story than in another great American mythological medium the comic book? From exciting young talent and self-proclaimed hip hop nerd Ed Piskor, acclaimed for his hacker graphic novel Wizzywig, comes this explosively entertaining, encyclopedic history of the formative years of the music genre that changed global culture. Originally...
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
This is the true story of William Alexander Morgan, the Yankee Comandante, an idealistic young American who found fame fighting in the Cuban Revolution. The blond American didnt speak a word of Spanish, but he felt his rightful place was among the guerilleros of the Escambray Mountains, fighting to bring down dictator Fulgencio Batista. Morgan was among Havanas liberators in 1959, an act that led FBI director Edgar Hoover to strip him of his American...
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Niki de Saint Phalle knew art could save the world because art saved her. From madness, from violence. From herself. Niki de Saint Phalle was a French-American sculptor, painter, and filmmaker. She was one of the few women artists widely known for monumental sculpture.
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
Book 4 charts the rise of Dr. Dre and Def Jam records, and introduces new branches on the "tree": Will Smith, Salt-N-Pepa, Rakim, and Biz Markie. This volume is also jam-packed with films Hollywood released in an attempt to cash in on the phenomenon, like Breakin, Breakin 2 Electric Boogaloo, Beat Street, Krush Groove and more.
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
Can Chris Christie navigate the often treacherous waters of presidential politics and remain New Jerseys favorite son? Read the story of Christies rise to power, the formation of his political platform, and his devotion to his home state. New Jersey, and the country, are watching.
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
Political Power: Senators of the United States: Al Franken, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren & Marco Rubio
What do a former comedian and New Yorker now residing in Minnesota, a former professor and lawyer from Oklahoma now living in Massachusetts, a first generation Cuban-American lawyer and former presidential hopeful from Florida, and a former civil rights protest organizer now living in Vermont have in common? They're all Senators representing...
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
More than 50 million people believed Al Gore should have been President of the United States in 2000. He was practically groomed for the job since childhood. But this former Congressman, Senator, Vice President, Oscar winner, and Nobel Peace Prize winner followed a different path. One of the more fascinating, polarizing, and perplexing political figures in recent memory, Al Gore's life has been a contrast of opposites. From Senator's son to environmental...
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
The Story Of Kurt Cobain Retold in this graphic novel. Nirvana frontman's life from his early days to his battle with overwhelming fame and the pain he suffers mentally and emotionally. Tortured by Success and Struggled with an addiction to drugs before his death at the age of 27 twenty years ago.Kurt Cobain Music lives on till this day.
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
What do younger generations know about the terrible tragedy that shook America and the world on September 11, 2001? In this gripping documentary work by journalist Baptiste Bouthier and illustrator Helose Chochois, we first learn about the historic day from several inside perspectives. In the second half, the authors take stock of 9/11 in the days, weeks, and years that followed, from tramautized America to George W. Bush's crusade against the "axis...
Pub. Date
2015
Language
English
Description
Legacy. For the Bush family, legacy is a powerful word, hinting of destiny made manifest and the promises of generations kept. Prescott Bush, a Senator from Connecticut, felt its power, as did his son, George Herbert Walker Bush, who went on to be the 41st President of the United States, and his son, George W. Bush, who became the nation's 43rd President. But will the weight of legacy be too much for W.'s brother, John Ellis "Jeb" Bush? Can Jeb forge...
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
What goes together better than comics and rock music? Hard Rock Heroes goes way beyond Behind the Music, to tell the real life, behind-the-scenes stories of rock's most heavy hitters. Creators include Stuart Immonen, Ken Landgraf, Jay Allen Sanford, Todd Loren, Scott Pentzer, Mike Sagara, and many others. Covering bands like Guns N' Roses, Metallica, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne, Van Halen, Motley Crue, Poison, Megadeth, Pantera, Anthrax, Motorhead,...
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
Most of us have heard his name. Most have seen his face. But his story is all but unknown, until now. General David Petraeus has been a leader of men for years, and his name has become synonymous with the American efforts of war in recent years. This story will talk about that, but it will also delve deep into the man himself. Who is David Petraeus? Join the top-selling comic series Political Power and get an up-close look at David Petraeus before...
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Fast-paced and easy-to-read, these softcover 25-page graphic biographies teach students about historical figures: those who lead us into new territory; pursued scientific discoveries; battled injustice and prejudice; and broke down creative and artistic barriers. These biographies offer a variety of rich primary and secondary source material to support teaching to the standards. Using the graphics, students can activate prior knowledge--bridge what...
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Guitar god, hellraiser, junkie-outlaw, epic songwriting visionary: Keith Richards doesnt just play rock n roll-- he invented it. For over 40 years, Richards' incendiary guitar riffs and legendary off-stage antics have electrified fans and infuriated cops. See the demons that drove him from rags-to-rock riches in this uncensored book!
97) Tribute: Prince
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
So much has been left unsaid about the passing of legendary music innovator Prince Rogers Nelson. Prince, a prolific musician from Minneapolis, started a musical revolution with the hits "1999," "Little Red Corvette," "When Doves Cry," "Purple Rain," "Batdance," and more, challenging even the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson, for chart supremacy during the 1980's. "Tribute: Prince Rogers Nelson" features a special cover by rock artist David Frizell....
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Business man, social activist and best seller writer Herman Cain is featuring in the newest comic book biography. See his strong ties to family to the growth of some of the top US businesses to even his stint in the political world. Herman Cain is here is stay!
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
La historia de Kurt Cobain recontado en comic. La vida del lder de Nirvana desde su niez problemtico hasta su lucha contra la fama arrolladora y el dolor mental y fsico que sufra. Torturado por el xito y apurndose con una drogadiccin y problemas de salud, trgicamente se quito la vida a los 27 aos. Aunque hayan pasado 2 dcadas desde entonces, la msica de Kurt Cobain, qu cambio una generacin e influencio una revolucin de la msica alternativa, sigue...
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