Author: Jenna McGuiggan
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1645176711
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Revisit your favorite memories of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles that you put together right in the book! It’s a beautiful day in this neighborhood, as you’ll find in this collection of nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles featuring memorable moments in the life of Fred Rogers and his classic TV show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Each puzzle is packed (and can be assembled) in a spacer page and is accompanied by anecdotes about the television series and the lessons Mister Rogers taught us—from friendship and kindness to inclusivity and patience. The back side of each puzzle shows a color-coded bonus puzzle for easy identification. Plus, hidden underneath each puzzle on the spacer page is an inspiring quote from Mister Rogers. This go-anywhere book is perfect for fans of the show and jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts alike. Relive the nostalgia of the neighbor who taught us life’s lessons. Get to know the Jigsaw Puzzle Book series! These unique books of puzzles are perfect for jigsaw fans of all ages! Each book in the series features nine 96-piece puzzles, and every spread offers a brand-new puzzle, which is securely housed in a tray built directly into the page. Remove the pieces and work on the puzzles on a table, or assemble your jigsaw masterpieces directly in the trays. The reverse sides of each puzzle’s jigsaw pieces are color-coordinated with the trays so that you’ll never worry about the pieces of different puzzles getting mixed together. Each puzzle is also accompanied by interesting stories and fun facts that add a richness to the images you are piecing together. A puzzle key for all nine puzzles can be found on inside back cover. And don’t miss the surprise—as you remove the puzzle pieces from the tray, you’ll reveal a special message printed on the inside of the tray. The Jigsaw Puzzle Book series offers an engaging new twist on the joy of puzzling!
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood: Pieces of Wisdom Jigsaw Puzzle Book
Author: Jenna McGuiggan
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1645176711
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Revisit your favorite memories of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles that you put together right in the book! It’s a beautiful day in this neighborhood, as you’ll find in this collection of nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles featuring memorable moments in the life of Fred Rogers and his classic TV show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Each puzzle is packed (and can be assembled) in a spacer page and is accompanied by anecdotes about the television series and the lessons Mister Rogers taught us—from friendship and kindness to inclusivity and patience. The back side of each puzzle shows a color-coded bonus puzzle for easy identification. Plus, hidden underneath each puzzle on the spacer page is an inspiring quote from Mister Rogers. This go-anywhere book is perfect for fans of the show and jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts alike. Relive the nostalgia of the neighbor who taught us life’s lessons. Get to know the Jigsaw Puzzle Book series! These unique books of puzzles are perfect for jigsaw fans of all ages! Each book in the series features nine 96-piece puzzles, and every spread offers a brand-new puzzle, which is securely housed in a tray built directly into the page. Remove the pieces and work on the puzzles on a table, or assemble your jigsaw masterpieces directly in the trays. The reverse sides of each puzzle’s jigsaw pieces are color-coordinated with the trays so that you’ll never worry about the pieces of different puzzles getting mixed together. Each puzzle is also accompanied by interesting stories and fun facts that add a richness to the images you are piecing together. A puzzle key for all nine puzzles can be found on inside back cover. And don’t miss the surprise—as you remove the puzzle pieces from the tray, you’ll reveal a special message printed on the inside of the tray. The Jigsaw Puzzle Book series offers an engaging new twist on the joy of puzzling!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1645176711
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Revisit your favorite memories of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles that you put together right in the book! It’s a beautiful day in this neighborhood, as you’ll find in this collection of nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles featuring memorable moments in the life of Fred Rogers and his classic TV show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Each puzzle is packed (and can be assembled) in a spacer page and is accompanied by anecdotes about the television series and the lessons Mister Rogers taught us—from friendship and kindness to inclusivity and patience. The back side of each puzzle shows a color-coded bonus puzzle for easy identification. Plus, hidden underneath each puzzle on the spacer page is an inspiring quote from Mister Rogers. This go-anywhere book is perfect for fans of the show and jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts alike. Relive the nostalgia of the neighbor who taught us life’s lessons. Get to know the Jigsaw Puzzle Book series! These unique books of puzzles are perfect for jigsaw fans of all ages! Each book in the series features nine 96-piece puzzles, and every spread offers a brand-new puzzle, which is securely housed in a tray built directly into the page. Remove the pieces and work on the puzzles on a table, or assemble your jigsaw masterpieces directly in the trays. The reverse sides of each puzzle’s jigsaw pieces are color-coordinated with the trays so that you’ll never worry about the pieces of different puzzles getting mixed together. Each puzzle is also accompanied by interesting stories and fun facts that add a richness to the images you are piecing together. A puzzle key for all nine puzzles can be found on inside back cover. And don’t miss the surprise—as you remove the puzzle pieces from the tray, you’ll reveal a special message printed on the inside of the tray. The Jigsaw Puzzle Book series offers an engaging new twist on the joy of puzzling!
Bob Ross Happy Little Jigsaw Puzzle Book
Author: Editors of Thunder Bay Press
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 9781684129171
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Each of the nine 96-piece puzzles in this jigsaw puzzle book features the art of PBS superstar painter Bob Ross. Experience the joy of puzzling with Bob Ross in this collection of nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles featuring his distinctive landscape art. Each colorful puzzle is packed (and can be assembled) on a spacer page and is accompanied by reflections from Bob on life and art from the painting’s corresponding The Joy of Painting episode. The back sides of the puzzle pieces are color-coded for easy identification, and hidden underneath each puzzle on the spacer page is an inspiring Bob Ross quote. This happy little puzzle book is ideal for jigsaw puzzle and Bob Ross fans alike! Get to know the Jigsaw Puzzle Book series! These unique books of puzzles are perfect for jigsaw fans of all ages! Each book in the series features nine 96-piece puzzles, and every spread offers a brand-new puzzle, which is securely housed in a tray built directly into the page. Remove the pieces and work on the puzzles on a table, or assemble your jigsaw masterpieces directly in the trays. The reverse sides of each puzzle’s jigsaw pieces are color-coordinated with the trays so that you’ll never worry about the pieces of different puzzles getting mixed together. Each puzzle is also accompanied by interesting stories and fun facts that add a richness to the images you are piecing together. A puzzle key for all nine puzzles can be found on inside back cover. And don’t miss the surprise—as you remove the puzzle pieces from the tray, you’ll reveal a special message printed on the inside of the tray. The Jigsaw Puzzle Book series offers an engaging new twist on the joy of puzzling!
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 9781684129171
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Each of the nine 96-piece puzzles in this jigsaw puzzle book features the art of PBS superstar painter Bob Ross. Experience the joy of puzzling with Bob Ross in this collection of nine 96-piece jigsaw puzzles featuring his distinctive landscape art. Each colorful puzzle is packed (and can be assembled) on a spacer page and is accompanied by reflections from Bob on life and art from the painting’s corresponding The Joy of Painting episode. The back sides of the puzzle pieces are color-coded for easy identification, and hidden underneath each puzzle on the spacer page is an inspiring Bob Ross quote. This happy little puzzle book is ideal for jigsaw puzzle and Bob Ross fans alike! Get to know the Jigsaw Puzzle Book series! These unique books of puzzles are perfect for jigsaw fans of all ages! Each book in the series features nine 96-piece puzzles, and every spread offers a brand-new puzzle, which is securely housed in a tray built directly into the page. Remove the pieces and work on the puzzles on a table, or assemble your jigsaw masterpieces directly in the trays. The reverse sides of each puzzle’s jigsaw pieces are color-coordinated with the trays so that you’ll never worry about the pieces of different puzzles getting mixed together. Each puzzle is also accompanied by interesting stories and fun facts that add a richness to the images you are piecing together. A puzzle key for all nine puzzles can be found on inside back cover. And don’t miss the surprise—as you remove the puzzle pieces from the tray, you’ll reveal a special message printed on the inside of the tray. The Jigsaw Puzzle Book series offers an engaging new twist on the joy of puzzling!
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
Author: Fred Rogers
Publisher: Quirk Books
ISBN: 1683692004
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
The iconic song “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood is transformed into a board book for a new generation of kids. For the first time ever, Mister Rogers’s beloved opening theme song is a board book to share with the youngest readers. With bright, upbeat illustrations by Luke Flowers and sweet lyrics fans will know by heart, readers follow Mister Rogers through his neighborhood as he greets the familiar, lovable cast of characters from the show. A welcome follow-up to the best-selling treasury A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, and published alongside a board book edition of the affirming song “It’s You I Like,” these Mister Rogers Poetry Books are perfect gifts for the newest and oldest fans alike.
Publisher: Quirk Books
ISBN: 1683692004
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
The iconic song “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood is transformed into a board book for a new generation of kids. For the first time ever, Mister Rogers’s beloved opening theme song is a board book to share with the youngest readers. With bright, upbeat illustrations by Luke Flowers and sweet lyrics fans will know by heart, readers follow Mister Rogers through his neighborhood as he greets the familiar, lovable cast of characters from the show. A welcome follow-up to the best-selling treasury A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, and published alongside a board book edition of the affirming song “It’s You I Like,” these Mister Rogers Poetry Books are perfect gifts for the newest and oldest fans alike.
Installations by Architects
Author: Sarah Bonnemaison
Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press
ISBN: 9781568988504
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Over the last few decades, a rich and increasingly diverse practice has emerged in the art world that invites the public to touch, enter, and experience the work, whether it is in a gallery, on city streets, or in the landscape. Like architecture, many of these temporary artworks aspire to alter viewers' experience of the environment. An installation is usually the end product for an artist, but for architects it can also be a preliminary step in an ongoing design process. Like paper projects designed in the absence of "real" architecture, installations offer architects another way to engage in issues critical to their practice. Direct experimentation with architecture's material and social dimensions engages the public around issues in the built environment that concern them and expands the ways that architecture can participate in and impact people's everyday lives. The first survey of its kind, Installations by Architects features fifty of the most significant projects from the last twenty-five years by today's most exciting architects, including Anderson Anderson, Philip Beesley, Diller + Scofidio, John Hejduk, Dan Hoffman, and Kuth/Ranieri Architects. Projects are grouped in critical areas of discussion under the themes of tectonics, body, nature, memory, and public space. Each project is supplemented by interviews with the project architects and the discussions of critics and theorists situated within a larger intellectual context. There is no doubt that installations will continue to play a critical role in the practice of architecture. Installations by Architects aims to contribute to the role of installations in sharpening our understanding of the built environment.
Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press
ISBN: 9781568988504
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Over the last few decades, a rich and increasingly diverse practice has emerged in the art world that invites the public to touch, enter, and experience the work, whether it is in a gallery, on city streets, or in the landscape. Like architecture, many of these temporary artworks aspire to alter viewers' experience of the environment. An installation is usually the end product for an artist, but for architects it can also be a preliminary step in an ongoing design process. Like paper projects designed in the absence of "real" architecture, installations offer architects another way to engage in issues critical to their practice. Direct experimentation with architecture's material and social dimensions engages the public around issues in the built environment that concern them and expands the ways that architecture can participate in and impact people's everyday lives. The first survey of its kind, Installations by Architects features fifty of the most significant projects from the last twenty-five years by today's most exciting architects, including Anderson Anderson, Philip Beesley, Diller + Scofidio, John Hejduk, Dan Hoffman, and Kuth/Ranieri Architects. Projects are grouped in critical areas of discussion under the themes of tectonics, body, nature, memory, and public space. Each project is supplemented by interviews with the project architects and the discussions of critics and theorists situated within a larger intellectual context. There is no doubt that installations will continue to play a critical role in the practice of architecture. Installations by Architects aims to contribute to the role of installations in sharpening our understanding of the built environment.
P Is for Pterodactyl
Author: Raj Haldar
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492695335
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
A New York Times Bestseller! A "raucous trip through the odd corners of our alphabet." —The New York Times Let's get real—the English language is bizarre. A might be for apple, but it's also for aisle and aeons. Why does the word "gnat" start with a G but the word "knot" doesn't start with an N? It doesn't always make sense, but don't let these rule-breaking silent letters defeat you! This whimsical, funky book from Raj Haldar (aka rapper Lushlife) turns the traditional idea of an alphabet book on its head, poking fun at the most mischievous words in the English language and demonstrating how to pronounce them. Fun and informative for word nerds of all ages!
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492695335
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
A New York Times Bestseller! A "raucous trip through the odd corners of our alphabet." —The New York Times Let's get real—the English language is bizarre. A might be for apple, but it's also for aisle and aeons. Why does the word "gnat" start with a G but the word "knot" doesn't start with an N? It doesn't always make sense, but don't let these rule-breaking silent letters defeat you! This whimsical, funky book from Raj Haldar (aka rapper Lushlife) turns the traditional idea of an alphabet book on its head, poking fun at the most mischievous words in the English language and demonstrating how to pronounce them. Fun and informative for word nerds of all ages!
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Author: Fred Rogers
Publisher: Quirk Books
ISBN: 1683691148
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
The New York Times Best Seller For the first time ever, 75 beloved songs from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and The Children's Corner are collected in this charmingly illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by generations of children as well as the millions of adults who grew up with Mister Rogers. It’s you I like. It’s not the things you wear, It’s not the way you do your hair— But it’s you I like. From funny to sweet, silly to sincere, the lyrics of Mister Rogers explore such universal topics as feelings, new siblings, everyday life, imagination, and more. Through these songs—as well as endearing puppets and honest conversations—Mister Rogers instilled in his young viewers the values of kindness, self-awareness, and self-esteem. But most of all, he taught children that they are loved, just as they are. Perfect for bedtime, sing-along, or quiet time alone, this beautiful book of meaningful poetry is for every child—including the child inside of every one of us.
Publisher: Quirk Books
ISBN: 1683691148
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 147
Book Description
The New York Times Best Seller For the first time ever, 75 beloved songs from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and The Children's Corner are collected in this charmingly illustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by generations of children as well as the millions of adults who grew up with Mister Rogers. It’s you I like. It’s not the things you wear, It’s not the way you do your hair— But it’s you I like. From funny to sweet, silly to sincere, the lyrics of Mister Rogers explore such universal topics as feelings, new siblings, everyday life, imagination, and more. Through these songs—as well as endearing puppets and honest conversations—Mister Rogers instilled in his young viewers the values of kindness, self-awareness, and self-esteem. But most of all, he taught children that they are loved, just as they are. Perfect for bedtime, sing-along, or quiet time alone, this beautiful book of meaningful poetry is for every child—including the child inside of every one of us.
Permanent Present Tense
Author: Suzanne Corkin
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 0465033490
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
In 1953, 27-year-old Henry Gustave Molaison underwent an experimental "psychosurgical" procedure -- a targeted lobotomy -- in an effort to alleviate his debilitating epilepsy. The outcome was unexpected -- when Henry awoke, he could no longer form new memories, and for the rest of his life would be trapped in the moment. But Henry's tragedy would prove a gift to humanity. As renowned neuroscientist Suzanne Corkin explains in Permanent Present Tense, she and her colleagues brought to light the sharp contrast between Henry's crippling memory impairment and his preserved intellect. This new insight that the capacity for remembering is housed in a specific brain area revolutionized the science of memory. The case of Henry -- known only by his initials H. M. until his death in 2008 -- stands as one of the most consequential and widely referenced in the spiraling field of neuroscience. Corkin and her collaborators worked closely with Henry for nearly fifty years, and in Permanent Present Tense she tells the incredible story of the life and legacy of this intelligent, quiet, and remarkably good-humored man. Henry never remembered Corkin from one meeting to the next and had only a dim conception of the importance of the work they were doing together, yet he was consistently happy to see her and always willing to participate in her research. His case afforded untold advances in the study of memory, including the discovery that even profound amnesia spares some kinds of learning, and that different memory processes are localized to separate circuits in the human brain. Henry taught us that learning can occur without conscious awareness, that short-term and long-term memory are distinct capacities, and that the effects of aging-related disease are detectable in an already damaged brain. Undergirded by rich details about the functions of the human brain, Permanent Present Tense pulls back the curtain on the man whose misfortune propelled a half-century of exciting research. With great clarity, sensitivity, and grace, Corkin brings readers to the cutting edge of neuroscience in this deeply felt elegy for her patient and friend.
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 0465033490
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
In 1953, 27-year-old Henry Gustave Molaison underwent an experimental "psychosurgical" procedure -- a targeted lobotomy -- in an effort to alleviate his debilitating epilepsy. The outcome was unexpected -- when Henry awoke, he could no longer form new memories, and for the rest of his life would be trapped in the moment. But Henry's tragedy would prove a gift to humanity. As renowned neuroscientist Suzanne Corkin explains in Permanent Present Tense, she and her colleagues brought to light the sharp contrast between Henry's crippling memory impairment and his preserved intellect. This new insight that the capacity for remembering is housed in a specific brain area revolutionized the science of memory. The case of Henry -- known only by his initials H. M. until his death in 2008 -- stands as one of the most consequential and widely referenced in the spiraling field of neuroscience. Corkin and her collaborators worked closely with Henry for nearly fifty years, and in Permanent Present Tense she tells the incredible story of the life and legacy of this intelligent, quiet, and remarkably good-humored man. Henry never remembered Corkin from one meeting to the next and had only a dim conception of the importance of the work they were doing together, yet he was consistently happy to see her and always willing to participate in her research. His case afforded untold advances in the study of memory, including the discovery that even profound amnesia spares some kinds of learning, and that different memory processes are localized to separate circuits in the human brain. Henry taught us that learning can occur without conscious awareness, that short-term and long-term memory are distinct capacities, and that the effects of aging-related disease are detectable in an already damaged brain. Undergirded by rich details about the functions of the human brain, Permanent Present Tense pulls back the curtain on the man whose misfortune propelled a half-century of exciting research. With great clarity, sensitivity, and grace, Corkin brings readers to the cutting edge of neuroscience in this deeply felt elegy for her patient and friend.
Psychology of Intelligence Analysis
Author: Richards J Heuer
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN: 1839743050
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
In this seminal work, published by the C.I.A. itself, produced by Intelligence veteran Richards Heuer discusses three pivotal points. First, human minds are ill-equipped ("poorly wired") to cope effectively with both inherent and induced uncertainty. Second, increased knowledge of our inherent biases tends to be of little assistance to the analyst. And lastly, tools and techniques that apply higher levels of critical thinking can substantially improve analysis on complex problems.
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN: 1839743050
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
In this seminal work, published by the C.I.A. itself, produced by Intelligence veteran Richards Heuer discusses three pivotal points. First, human minds are ill-equipped ("poorly wired") to cope effectively with both inherent and induced uncertainty. Second, increased knowledge of our inherent biases tends to be of little assistance to the analyst. And lastly, tools and techniques that apply higher levels of critical thinking can substantially improve analysis on complex problems.
Words That Work
Author: Dr. Frank Luntz
Publisher: Hachette Books
ISBN: 1401385745
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
The nation's premier communications expert shares his wisdom on how the words we choose can change the course of business, of politics, and of life in this country In Words That Work, Luntz offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the tactical use of words and phrases affects what we buy, who we vote for, and even what we believe in. With chapters like "The Ten Rules of Successful Communication" and "The 21 Words and Phrases for the 21st Century," he examines how choosing the right words is essential. Nobody is in a better position to explain than Frank Luntz: He has used his knowledge of words to help more than two dozen Fortune 500 companies grow. Hell tell us why Rupert Murdoch's six-billion-dollar decision to buy DirectTV was smart because satellite was more cutting edge than "digital cable," and why pharmaceutical companies transitioned their message from "treatment" to "prevention" and "wellness." If you ever wanted to learn how to talk your way out of a traffic ticket or talk your way into a raise, this book's for you.
Publisher: Hachette Books
ISBN: 1401385745
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
The nation's premier communications expert shares his wisdom on how the words we choose can change the course of business, of politics, and of life in this country In Words That Work, Luntz offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the tactical use of words and phrases affects what we buy, who we vote for, and even what we believe in. With chapters like "The Ten Rules of Successful Communication" and "The 21 Words and Phrases for the 21st Century," he examines how choosing the right words is essential. Nobody is in a better position to explain than Frank Luntz: He has used his knowledge of words to help more than two dozen Fortune 500 companies grow. Hell tell us why Rupert Murdoch's six-billion-dollar decision to buy DirectTV was smart because satellite was more cutting edge than "digital cable," and why pharmaceutical companies transitioned their message from "treatment" to "prevention" and "wellness." If you ever wanted to learn how to talk your way out of a traffic ticket or talk your way into a raise, this book's for you.
Inherent Vice
Author: Thomas Pynchon
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101594675
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
"The funniest book Pynchon has written." — Rolling Stone "Entertainment of a high order." - Time Part noir, part psychedelic romp, all Thomas Pynchon—private eye Doc Sportello surfaces, occasionally, out of a marijuana haze to watch the end of an era. In this lively yarn, Thomas Pynchon, working in an unaccustomed genre that is at once exciting and accessible, provides a classic illustration of the principle that if you can remember the sixties, you weren't there. It's been a while since Doc Sportello has seen his ex- girlfriend. Suddenly she shows up with a story about a plot to kidnap a billionaire land developer whom she just happens to be in love with. It's the tail end of the psychedelic sixties in L.A., and Doc knows that "love" is another of those words going around at the moment, like "trip" or "groovy," except that this one usually leads to trouble. Undeniably one of the most influential writers at work today, Pynchon has penned another unforgettable book.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101594675
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
"The funniest book Pynchon has written." — Rolling Stone "Entertainment of a high order." - Time Part noir, part psychedelic romp, all Thomas Pynchon—private eye Doc Sportello surfaces, occasionally, out of a marijuana haze to watch the end of an era. In this lively yarn, Thomas Pynchon, working in an unaccustomed genre that is at once exciting and accessible, provides a classic illustration of the principle that if you can remember the sixties, you weren't there. It's been a while since Doc Sportello has seen his ex- girlfriend. Suddenly she shows up with a story about a plot to kidnap a billionaire land developer whom she just happens to be in love with. It's the tail end of the psychedelic sixties in L.A., and Doc knows that "love" is another of those words going around at the moment, like "trip" or "groovy," except that this one usually leads to trouble. Undeniably one of the most influential writers at work today, Pynchon has penned another unforgettable book.