Author: Damon Brown
Publisher: Feral House
ISBN: 1932595368
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Explores, for the first time, how pornography and video games have influenced the world's sexual mores and technological compulsions on a massive scale. The first Atari systems and their phallic joysticks sold by the millions, reality TV skyrocketed at the same time The Sims took off and the surgically-endowed Pamela Anderson was outshone by only one other woman: Lara Croft. Porn & Pong examines how politics, hidden agendas and financial pressure affect the controversial art forms of gaming and pornography.
Porn & Pong
Author: Damon Brown
Publisher: Feral House
ISBN: 1932595368
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Explores, for the first time, how pornography and video games have influenced the world's sexual mores and technological compulsions on a massive scale. The first Atari systems and their phallic joysticks sold by the millions, reality TV skyrocketed at the same time The Sims took off and the surgically-endowed Pamela Anderson was outshone by only one other woman: Lara Croft. Porn & Pong examines how politics, hidden agendas and financial pressure affect the controversial art forms of gaming and pornography.
Publisher: Feral House
ISBN: 1932595368
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Explores, for the first time, how pornography and video games have influenced the world's sexual mores and technological compulsions on a massive scale. The first Atari systems and their phallic joysticks sold by the millions, reality TV skyrocketed at the same time The Sims took off and the surgically-endowed Pamela Anderson was outshone by only one other woman: Lara Croft. Porn & Pong examines how politics, hidden agendas and financial pressure affect the controversial art forms of gaming and pornography.
Everything You Know Is Pong
Author: Roger Bennett
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006201661X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
One billion Chinese pong fans can’t be wrong. With an all-star team of contributing writers—including Nick Hornby, Will Shortz, Davy Rothbart, Harold Evans, and Jonathan Safran Foer—and quirky, fascinating images of table tennis from around the world, editors Eli Horowitz (McSweeny’s) and Roger Bennet (creator of Bar Mitzvah Disco and Camp Camp) deliver a humorous but heartfelt paean to ping pong, the world's most popular, yet least appreciated sport. Everything You Know Is Pong is a beautifully designed literary tribute to every aspect of table tennis, the true global pastime.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006201661X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
One billion Chinese pong fans can’t be wrong. With an all-star team of contributing writers—including Nick Hornby, Will Shortz, Davy Rothbart, Harold Evans, and Jonathan Safran Foer—and quirky, fascinating images of table tennis from around the world, editors Eli Horowitz (McSweeny’s) and Roger Bennet (creator of Bar Mitzvah Disco and Camp Camp) deliver a humorous but heartfelt paean to ping pong, the world's most popular, yet least appreciated sport. Everything You Know Is Pong is a beautifully designed literary tribute to every aspect of table tennis, the true global pastime.
Ping and Pong Are Best Friends (mostly)
Author: Tim Hopgood
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0857077511
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
Ping and Pong are a pair of penguins who love to do new things. But whatever Ping tries to do, Pong can do it better - Ping can squeak in French, Pong can squeak in nine different languages, Ping can catch a fish, Pong can catch a shark... Is there anything that Ping can do better? Find out in this hilarious story of friendship.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0857077511
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
Ping and Pong are a pair of penguins who love to do new things. But whatever Ping tries to do, Pong can do it better - Ping can squeak in French, Pong can squeak in nine different languages, Ping can catch a fish, Pong can catch a shark... Is there anything that Ping can do better? Find out in this hilarious story of friendship.
Ping-Pong Diplomacy
Author: Nicholas Griffin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451642814
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Combining the insight of Franklin Foer’s How Soccer Explains the World and the intrigue of Ben Affleck’s Argo, Ping Pong Diplomacy traces the story of how an aristocratic British spy used the game of table tennis to propel a Communist strategy that changed the shape of the world. THE SPRING OF 1971 heralded the greatest geopolitical realignment in a generation. After twenty-two years of antagonism, China and the United States suddenly moved toward a détente—achieved not by politicians but by Ping-Pong players. The Western press delighted in the absurdity of the moment and branded it “Ping-Pong Diplomacy.” But for the Chinese, Ping-Pong was always political, a strategic cog in Mao Zedong’s foreign policy. Nicholas Griffin proves that the organized game, from its first breath, was tied to Communism thanks to its founder, Ivor Montagu, son of a wealthy English baron and spy for the Soviet Union. Ping-Pong Diplomacy traces a crucial intersection of sports and society. Griffin tells the strange and tragic story of how the game was manipulated at the highest levels; how the Chinese government helped cover up the death of 36 million peasants by holding the World Table Tennis Championships during the Great Famine; how championship players were driven to their deaths during the Cultural Revolution; and, finally, how the survivors were reconvened in 1971 and ordered to reach out to their American counterparts. Through a cast of eccentric characters, from spies to hippies and Ping-Pong-obsessed generals to atom-bomb survivors, Griffin explores how a neglected sport was used to help realign the balance of worldwide power.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451642814
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Combining the insight of Franklin Foer’s How Soccer Explains the World and the intrigue of Ben Affleck’s Argo, Ping Pong Diplomacy traces the story of how an aristocratic British spy used the game of table tennis to propel a Communist strategy that changed the shape of the world. THE SPRING OF 1971 heralded the greatest geopolitical realignment in a generation. After twenty-two years of antagonism, China and the United States suddenly moved toward a détente—achieved not by politicians but by Ping-Pong players. The Western press delighted in the absurdity of the moment and branded it “Ping-Pong Diplomacy.” But for the Chinese, Ping-Pong was always political, a strategic cog in Mao Zedong’s foreign policy. Nicholas Griffin proves that the organized game, from its first breath, was tied to Communism thanks to its founder, Ivor Montagu, son of a wealthy English baron and spy for the Soviet Union. Ping-Pong Diplomacy traces a crucial intersection of sports and society. Griffin tells the strange and tragic story of how the game was manipulated at the highest levels; how the Chinese government helped cover up the death of 36 million peasants by holding the World Table Tennis Championships during the Great Famine; how championship players were driven to their deaths during the Cultural Revolution; and, finally, how the survivors were reconvened in 1971 and ordered to reach out to their American counterparts. Through a cast of eccentric characters, from spies to hippies and Ping-Pong-obsessed generals to atom-bomb survivors, Griffin explores how a neglected sport was used to help realign the balance of worldwide power.
The Book of Beer Pong
Author: Ben Applebaum
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452122318
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
As any discriminating player will tell you, Beer Pong is not a fad—it's a True Sport of Champions. What is beer pong? Mash together ping pong, basketball, and darts, add copious amounts of cold beer and heated competition, and you're getting close. The creators of CollegeStories.com, GetBombed.com, and the Official Bombed Beer Pong Kit have written the first and only guide to the worldwide craze. Featuring everything from basic etiquette to expert techniques, tactics for smack talk, cutting-edge ball grips and flight paths, and tips for hosting a tournament, this invaluable tome will make anyone a champion of this burgeoning sport. So, drink up and game on!
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452122318
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
As any discriminating player will tell you, Beer Pong is not a fad—it's a True Sport of Champions. What is beer pong? Mash together ping pong, basketball, and darts, add copious amounts of cold beer and heated competition, and you're getting close. The creators of CollegeStories.com, GetBombed.com, and the Official Bombed Beer Pong Kit have written the first and only guide to the worldwide craze. Featuring everything from basic etiquette to expert techniques, tactics for smack talk, cutting-edge ball grips and flight paths, and tips for hosting a tournament, this invaluable tome will make anyone a champion of this burgeoning sport. So, drink up and game on!
The Wrong Pong
Author: Steven Butler
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141334053
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The Wrong Pong by Steven Butler is a laugh-out-loud, stinky story for 5+ girls and boys. One night, Neville Brisket wakes up from a strange dream - a dream that there is a horrible, stumpy finger stuck up his nose. Then he finds his room in a mess, and his dog in the laundry basket. Neville's investigations end sposhily, when he is whooshed down the toilet to the land of Under! In a case of mistaken troll-dentity, he finds himself part of a disgusting new family. Will anybody help Neville get back to Over, or will he be stuck eating rat patties and left sock stew forever? This hilariously delivered tale will delight and disgust parents and children alike. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Horrid Henry. 'Horrid Henry's favourite book!' - Francesca Simon, author of Horrid Henry 'A triumphant debut which will have children clutching the loo-seat in apprehension and laughter' - Amanda Craig, The Times Steven Butler is an actor, dancer and trained circus performer as well as a keen observer of trolls and their disgusting habits. He has starred in Peter Pan, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and as Henry in Horrid Henry Live and Horrid! His primary school headmaster was fantastically funny author Jeremy Strong.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141334053
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The Wrong Pong by Steven Butler is a laugh-out-loud, stinky story for 5+ girls and boys. One night, Neville Brisket wakes up from a strange dream - a dream that there is a horrible, stumpy finger stuck up his nose. Then he finds his room in a mess, and his dog in the laundry basket. Neville's investigations end sposhily, when he is whooshed down the toilet to the land of Under! In a case of mistaken troll-dentity, he finds himself part of a disgusting new family. Will anybody help Neville get back to Over, or will he be stuck eating rat patties and left sock stew forever? This hilariously delivered tale will delight and disgust parents and children alike. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Horrid Henry. 'Horrid Henry's favourite book!' - Francesca Simon, author of Horrid Henry 'A triumphant debut which will have children clutching the loo-seat in apprehension and laughter' - Amanda Craig, The Times Steven Butler is an actor, dancer and trained circus performer as well as a keen observer of trolls and their disgusting habits. He has starred in Peter Pan, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and as Henry in Horrid Henry Live and Horrid! His primary school headmaster was fantastically funny author Jeremy Strong.
Ping-Pong
Author: H. C. Kim
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595192386
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Many people remember their college days as the most exciting time in their life. Perhaps they had an inspiring professor who helped them think about something in creative ways. It's possible that they made friends who became their best friends for life. Some might have found the love of their life, a soulmate. Of course, life is not only filled with happiness and joy. There could be heartaches and troubling experiences as well. Some people come out of college and absolutely hate it. No one can deny, however, that college is filled with experiences that will be remembered for a long time. This play examines college life through the eyes of college students. The protagonists, Steven and Alvin, search for love and meaning in life. In their quest, they experience joy and sadness. In twists and turns that characterize the whole play, the reader certainly will be entertained. But the play will provide opportunities for empathy and reflection as well. Identify with the characters and serve the ping-pong balls of life with them as you read this exciting play. And many happy returns!
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595192386
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Many people remember their college days as the most exciting time in their life. Perhaps they had an inspiring professor who helped them think about something in creative ways. It's possible that they made friends who became their best friends for life. Some might have found the love of their life, a soulmate. Of course, life is not only filled with happiness and joy. There could be heartaches and troubling experiences as well. Some people come out of college and absolutely hate it. No one can deny, however, that college is filled with experiences that will be remembered for a long time. This play examines college life through the eyes of college students. The protagonists, Steven and Alvin, search for love and meaning in life. In their quest, they experience joy and sadness. In twists and turns that characterize the whole play, the reader certainly will be entertained. But the play will provide opportunities for empathy and reflection as well. Identify with the characters and serve the ping-pong balls of life with them as you read this exciting play. And many happy returns!
Ping Pong
Author: Michelle Ayler
Publisher: MEA Music
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 4
Book Description
About this Piano Solo Ping Pong is an original easy level piano solo composed by Michelle Ayler. Audio Preview To listen to an mp3 recording of this sheet music, please use the following link: http://goo.gl/rniO0W Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Problems? Please contact MEA Music.
Publisher: MEA Music
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 4
Book Description
About this Piano Solo Ping Pong is an original easy level piano solo composed by Michelle Ayler. Audio Preview To listen to an mp3 recording of this sheet music, please use the following link: http://goo.gl/rniO0W Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Problems? Please contact MEA Music.
Ping Pong Dash!
Author: Shingo Honda
Publisher: Akita Publishing Co.,Ltd.
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Finally, the first official match? Will the power of Haruku and his thugs, Momo and Yukichi be enough to win?!
Publisher: Akita Publishing Co.,Ltd.
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Finally, the first official match? Will the power of Haruku and his thugs, Momo and Yukichi be enough to win?!
Ping-Pong Diplomacy
Author: Nicholas Griffin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451642776
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Examines how an aristocratic British spy circumvented more than 20 years of antagonistic foreign policy between China and the United States to further a fateful Communist agenda during the World Table Tennis Championships, revealing how players were tortured and murdered throughout the Cultural Revolution.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1451642776
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Examines how an aristocratic British spy circumvented more than 20 years of antagonistic foreign policy between China and the United States to further a fateful Communist agenda during the World Table Tennis Championships, revealing how players were tortured and murdered throughout the Cultural Revolution.