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Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
The Famous Quartet of Piraeus was formed in 1934 as a caf band. It was the first group featuring the bouzouki and the baglama, and consisted of frontman Markos Vamvakaris, Giorgos Batis, Anestos Delias, and Stratos Pagioumtzis. Markos fiery love for Zingoala, his first wife, is the main and painful source of inspiration for the founder of rebetiko music. Starting as a skinner at a slaughterhouse, Markos becomes a pioneer who paves new paths for traditional...
82) Palestine
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
Prior to Safe Area Gorazde: The War In Eastern Bosnia 1992-1995Joe Sacco's breakthrough novel of graphic journalismthe acclaimed author was best known for Palestine, a two-volume graphic novel that won an American Book Award in 1996. Fantagraphics Books is pleased to present the first single-volume collection of this landmark of journalism and the art form of comics. Based on several months of research and an extended visit to the West Bank and Gaza...
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Political Power examines the lives of American presidents, past and present. This new graphic novel features biographies of four Presidents of the United States- Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and current president, Barack Obama. These biographical comics will educate readers on how these men overcame life's challenges to reach the highest office in the United States and became world leaders.
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
2016
Language
English
Description
The 2016 election cycle is fast becoming one of the most interesting - and most divisive - in history. Clinton. Bush. Trump. Sanders. Paul. All strong personalities vying for the attention of the electorate. From the wild statements loudly announced by Trump to the frustrated uttering of Jeb and the defiant proclamations from Sanders, this volume explores the rise of those who lead the United States.
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Barack Obama's story inspired a nation, but you've never seen it told like this! Pick up this wildly entertaining and factual look at the life of our 44th president and see why everyone from CNN to Howard Stern is buzzing. Stimulate the economy by getting this collector's issue today!
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 story of Marcel Rayman, a young Polish Jew whose face is featured on the infamous 'Affiche Rouge', propaganda circulated in occupied France in an attempt to discredit the Parisian resistance. The Nazi abomination drove Rayman to set aside his pacifist principles and take up arms in the ranks of Missak Manoukian's resistance movement. For two long years, during which he saw his entire family deported, Marcel Rayman led a clandestine life,...
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
The Access Guide to the Black Comic Book Community is a new sourcebook to provide answers for comic book fans, old and new. This handy reference guide is more than a directory of Black comic book creators and the stories they produce. It is a roadmap for the uninitiated and the veteran comic book reader alike, to find the publishers, stores and conventions that provide kinship, safe spaces, and promote an imaginative variety of experiences through...
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
He was called "the most dangerous man in America" as well as "the leader of a vast Right-Wing Conspiracy." Politicians, pundits, and commentators asked, "Is he good for America?" Awarded the Medal of Freedom by President Trump cemented his place as the self-proclaimed "intellectual" center of the United States' Conservative movement. Explore the story of how a simple football fan from Missouri changed the news and radio industry. With the help of...
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Ayn Rand is one of the most influential novelists of the past century, and her books continue to sell by the hundreds of thousands. Her work extols political liberty and free enterprise, and her philosophy of Objectivism has wide appeal both in the personal and political spheres. Produced in association with the Ayn Rand Foundation, Female Force: Ayn Rand explores the life and philosophy of this great thinker.
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
A new graphic novel featuring some of the biggest power players of the Tea party. Political Power, focuses on past and present American politicians. This new graphic novel features the comic book biographies of Sarah Palin, Michelle Bachman and Ron Paul. Featuring a cover by famed artist Joe Phillips.
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!
96) 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
2021
Language
English
Description
Who is the voice of the Grand Old Party? Thats always up for debate. Whats clear is that the Republic Party, the party of Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan, and Donald Trump, favors small government and conservative values. Together in a special 100-page graphic novel are the illustrated biographies of some of the other contemporary voices. Dr. Rand Paul is the son of former presidential candidate and intellectual godfather of the Tea Party, Ron Paul,...
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
The Fab Four has conquered the world of music, stage and film but now as a graphic novel. TidalWave has brought you each of their stories as individuals into the comic book realm, but now they are together again for the first time. This 96-graphic novel will share their life moments as you have not seen before. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, are regarded as the most influential band of all time and now see how it all...
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.
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