Author: Joshua Unruh
Publisher: Six-Gun Supernatural
ISBN: 9781513031453
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176

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Author: Nelson Derek Nelson Dave Parsons
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610606936
Category : Armed Forces
Languages : en
Pages : 166

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Nostalgic black-and-white and period color photos depict the legendary Army Air Corps and Air Force jacket as worn by airmen in World War II and the Korean War. Anecdotes and a history of the jacket's service are accompanied by marvelous images of the hand-painted art that more often than not adorned the backs of these garments. *This is a paperback re-issue of Hell Bent for Leather.*

Author: Martin Popoff
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781912782635
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 242

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When the world thinks of heavy metal in its pure, potent, undiluted form, it is none other than the Metal Gods, Judas Priest, that instantly come to mind. Chrome and black leather, studs and whips and chains, a chopper on stage to announce the coming... these are the tools of the trade for Rob Halford and his legendary band of Birmingham bashers. Indeed, the Priest are the bringers of metal's biggest anthems. "Breaking the Law," "Living after Midnight," "Exciter," "Electric Eye," "Victim of Changes," and especially "You've Got Another Thing Comin'"... these are songs woven into the fabric of metal's wild ride, Priest having been there since its origins, revving up crowds as superstars certainly for 30 years of that run. Lifelong fan and preeminent metal historian Martin Popoff examines the Priest's rich legacy from 1974 to 1984, album by album, anthem by anthem, in this hugely expanded update on the early years portion of his long out-of-print Heavy Metal Painkillers book. Having interviewed all the principals in the band repeatedly over the years, Popoff gives a first-hand account of Priest's rocky, often comical ride through the '70s, and through the gold and platinum records of the '80s, expertly detailing the long road to the arena headline status the band now enjoys as heavy metal's proudest ambassadors. Judas Priest: Decade of Domination includes extensive commentary from reclusive drummer Les Binks, along with new interview footage from Tom Allom, Chris Tsangarides, K.K. Downing, Glenn Tipton, Ian Hill, Rob Halford, and various other insiders who are part of the Priest saga during this hallowed, golden era. Also included are tons of memorabilia shots, live photography and two tipped-in colour sections. To reiterate, this is the most extensive analysis ever in book form of: Rocka Rolla, Sad Wings of Destiny, Sin After Sin, Killing Machine/Hell Bent for Leather, Unleashed in the East, British Steel, Point of Entry, Screaming for Vengeance and Defenders of the Faith-song by song, lots of stories, looking at licks and fills, and what's in the right channel and left, lyric analysis... the deepest dive ever on these records.

Author: Seb Hunter
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0060722932
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 338

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Seb Hunter wasn't just a heavy metal fan. He was a blind devotee who threw away his education and future prospects to become a rock star. In Hell Bent for Leather, he reaches into the most embarrassing depths of the family photo album to reveal his Wayne's World-esque teen years, taking readers on a (very loud) musical journey from his first guitar to his first gig and on, through groupies, girlfriends, too many drugs, spiraling egos, musical differences, and finally, the end of the dream -- and a much-needed haircut.In this nostalgic look at heavy metal culture, Seb Hunter has given us a moving portrait of adolescence and chasing your dream, reminding us all that it's better to have lost in rock than never to have rocked at all. This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more.

Author: Jon A. Maguire
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764310652
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 256

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This new comprehensive look at the evolution of the American flight jacket from World War I to Desert Storm addresses not only the types worn, but focuses primarily on the art and adornment applied to the jackets. The most colorful and creative period for flight jacket art was World War II, and it is this era that comprises a major portion of this book. Additionally, many of the pieces are attributed to the original owner with biographical information, contemporary photographs of the individual, and the aircraft on which he served. Personal combat accounts are also included. Also covered are other military jackets used by flyers. American Flight Jackets, Airmen & Aircraft was compiled over a number of years by Jon Maguire and John Conway. The authors became friends through a mutual passion for aviation history and collecting. This book provides a valuable reference for the historians and collectors alike, and includes over 1000 photographs.

Author: Seb Hunter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9785558742114
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

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Reaching deep into the most embarrassing depths of the family photo album, Hunter offers a witty and touching account of heavy metal mania in the tradition of Nick Hornby's "High Fidelity."

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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 224

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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.

Author: Derek Nelson
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 9780879384388
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 160

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Author: Seb Hunter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9782357791077
Category :
Languages : fr
Pages : 453

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S'il fallait comparer Seb Hunter à un écrivain plus connu et reconnu, ce serait certainement à Nick Hornby ; Seb Hunter est une sorte de Nick Hornby Heavy Metal. Son livre relate son adolescence, ses ras-le-bol, ses galères et ses bons moments, en parallèle avec sa découverte du Heavy Metal et du Glam Metal. Chaque moment clé de sa vie est associé à un groupe, à une chanson ou à un album en particulier. Son livre, sorte de guide du Heavy Metal pour les nuls, est écrit au second degré, avec l'ironie et la modestie nécessaires à quelqu'un qui écrit ses mémoires alors qu'il n'est pas connu. Il se dégage de cette tranche de vie une sincérité qui fera sans doute mouche auprès de tous les fans de Heavy Metal qui ont un jour fait du air guitar tout seul dans leur chambre... ce qui doit faire pas mal de monde. Si vous pensez que la musique peut changer une vie, alors ce livre est définitivement pour vous.

Author: Andrew Thompson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1612436951
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 168

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Discover hundreds of entertaining and often hilarious etymological journeys, by the bestselling author of Can Holding in a Fart Kill You? English is filled with curious, intriguing and bizarre phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including: • Read between the Lines • Cat Got Your Tongue? • Put a Sock in It • Close, but No Cigar • Bring Home the Bacon • Caught Red-Handed • Under the Weather • Raining Cats and Dogs Perfect for trivia and language lovers alike, this entertaining collection is the ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language.