In this, a collection of profiles of the famous, infamous, and nearly famous of the last quarter century, the writers and editors of "Philadelphia" magazine have assembled some of the greatest writing from the pages of their magazine. Included in this reader are essays on athletes, like Mike Schmidt and Dr. J; captains of industry, including Brian Roberts; and of course, the politicians: Governor Rendell, Mayor Goode, and many other civic leaders. Performers and personalities, like Patti LaBelle and Terry Gross, also fill the pages, sometimes with their own words, and sometime presented...
In this, a collection of profiles of the famous, infamous, and nearly famous of the last quarter century, the writers and editors of "Philadelphia" ma...
Drawing from the "Philadelphia" magazine, this is a collection of profiles of the famous, infamous, and nearly famous in Philadelphia. It includes essays on athletes, such as: Mike Schmidt and Dr J; captains of industry, including Brian Roberts; and the politicians - Governor Rendell, Mayor Goode, and many other civic leaders.
Drawing from the "Philadelphia" magazine, this is a collection of profiles of the famous, infamous, and nearly famous in Philadelphia. It includes ess...
The post-apocalyptic world isn't that bad. Sure, there are mutants. But, for the people of New Hope, daily life isn't so much a struggle of finding food or medicine as it is trying to find a new shortstop for their kickball team. This makes it difficult for a post-apocalyptic warrior to find work. Thankfully, an army full of killers is making its way to the peaceful town and plans to raze it to the ground. Only a fully trained post-apocalyptic nomadic warrior can stop them. Two have offered their services. One is invited to help. The other is sent to roam the wasteland. Did the townspeople...
The post-apocalyptic world isn't that bad. Sure, there are mutants. But, for the people of New Hope, daily life isn't so much a struggle of finding fo...
A Thrill a Minute (If you read fast enough.) In the middle of the Gulf of Mexico, on a chain of manmade islands, Steve Bennett finds himself thrust into a world he doesn't understand. An unexpected inheritance places him among the world's wealthiest people. His best friend, Paul, is more than happy to stand by him as Steve works through his newfound affluence. Right until the pair stumbles upon a secret that could change the world forever. The Action Never Stops (As long as you keep reading. Don't be a quitter.) Their discovery puts the two friends in the sights of conspirators and killers...
A Thrill a Minute (If you read fast enough.) In the middle of the Gulf of Mexico, on a chain of manmade islands, Steve Bennett finds himself thrust i...
Raised from birth to be a force for justice, Damian Stockwell has forever trained to combat the evils of the world. Blessed with the physique of a demigod and one of the world's foremost minds, he travels the globe on a quest to confront evil and punch it in the face. At his disposal is a vast fortune, an endless array of gadgets and loyal friends. Now, one of those friends has gone missing in a Central American jungle and the only clue is the grotesque image of a demonic tribal mask. Dam and his trusted valet Bertrand rush headlong into danger and go face-to-face with evil incarnate to save...
Raised from birth to be a force for justice, Damian Stockwell has forever trained to combat the evils of the world. Blessed with the physique of a dem...
Join the world's greatest adventurer on his greatest adventure in the world. Raised from birth to be a force for justice, Damian Stockwell has forever trained to combat the evils of the world. Blessed with the physique of a demigod and one of the world's foremost minds, he travels the globe on a quest to confront evil and punch it in the face. At his disposal is a vast fortune, an endless array of gadgets and loyal friends. Now, on the eve of World War II, his old friend, Nikola Tesla, delivers grave news. The plans to his greatest weapons have been stolen and the forces of evil intend to use...
Join the world's greatest adventurer on his greatest adventure in the world. Raised from birth to be a force for justice, Damian Stockwell has forever...
In End States Wallace explores the necessity of nonconformism and 'Difference' in sustaining vibrant and inclusive societies. Taking examples from as far afield as the Bedouin nomads of Arabia and the Seasteading technophiles of Silicon Valley, he colorfully illustrates how our identity and aspirations are nurtured through exploration, and access to new people and ideas. The 'manifesto' demonstrates how our empathy and identity are suppressed by societies that impose arbitrary borders, and shows how materialistic ideologies and mass media across the world narrow our aspirations, prevent us...
In End States Wallace explores the necessity of nonconformism and 'Difference' in sustaining vibrant and inclusive societies. Taking examples from as ...
The end of the world as you've never known it. A price on their heads has driven Jerry the post-apocalyptic nomadic warrior, Erica and their loyal mastiff west in search of a new beginning. But when their truck breaks down in what was once southern Colorado they are swept into an epic quest at the behest of King Elias, ruler of the Kingdom of the Five Peaks. On their quest they will meet old friends and new foes, mutant cannibals, savage mountain men, fearsome knights and much, much more. Powered by gold and driven by steam, the kingdom has risen from the ashes of the apocalypse into a realm...
The end of the world as you've never known it. A price on their heads has driven Jerry the post-apocalyptic nomadic warrior, Erica and their loyal mas...
Children are amazing. Their limitless capacity for love is matched only by their ability to make you feel like an idiot. Don't worry. You're not alone. Watch Your Junk and Other Advice for Expectant Fathers tackles the subjects that other baby books ignore: - Why you shouldn't touch the wand in the sonogram room - The exact moment your opinion no longer counts - How people will respond to the news - How TV and baby classes have lied to us - Which poop jokes to expect in the delivery room - Converting diapers into usable guilt - How to assure your child says your name first And much, much more...
Children are amazing. Their limitless capacity for love is matched only by their ability to make you feel like an idiot. Don't worry. You're not alone...
Raised from birth to be a force for justice, Damian Stockwell has forever trained to combat the evils of the world. Blessed with the physique of a demigod and one of the world's foremost minds, he travels the globe on a quest to confront evil and punch it in the face. At his disposal is a vast fortune, an endless array of gadgets and loyal friends. Now, on the eve of the future, Damian's own creation has run amuck causing terror at the 1933 World's Fair. Sinister forces are at work and Stockwell soon finds himself pitted against evil robots as he and his loyal valet, Bertrand, races against...
Raised from birth to be a force for justice, Damian Stockwell has forever trained to combat the evils of the world. Blessed with the physique of a dem...
