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Sicker in the Head: More Conversations About Life and Comedy
by Judd ApatowAn all-new collection of honest, hilarious, and enlightening conversations with some of the most exciting names in comedy—from New York Times bestselling author and lifelong comedy nerd Judd Apatow.&“When I need to read an interview with a comedian while in the bathroom, I always turn to Judd Apatow for deeply personal insights into the comedic mind. Place one on your toilet today.&”—Amy SchumerNo one knows comedy like Judd Apatow. From interviewing the biggest comics of the day for his high school radio show to performing stand-up in L.A. dive bars with his roommate Adam Sandler, to writing and directing Knocked Up and producing Freaks and Geeks, Apatow has always lived, breathed, and dreamed comedy.In this all-new collection of interviews, the follow-up to the New York Times bestselling Sick in the Head, Apatow sits down with comedy legends such as David Letterman, Whoopi Goldberg, and Will Ferrell, as well as the writers and performers who are pushing comedy to the limits, and defining a new era of laughter: John Mulaney, Hannah Gadsby, Bowen Yang, Amber Ruffin, Pete Davidson, and others. In intimate and hilariously honest conversations, they discuss what got them into comedy, and what—despite personal and national traumas—keeps them going.Together, they talk about staying up too late to watch late-night comedy, what kind of nerds they were high school, and the right amount of delusional self-confidence one needs to &“make it&” in the industry. Like eavesdropping on lifelong friends, these pages expose the existential questions that plague even the funniest and most talented among us: Why make people laugh while the world is in crisis? What ugly, uncomfortable truths about our society—and ourselves—can comedy reveal? Along the way, these comics reminisce about those who helped them on their journey—from early success through failure and rejection, and back again—even as they look ahead to the future of comedy and Hollywood in a hyper-connected, overstimulated world.With his trademark insight, curiosity, and irrepressible sense of humor, Apatow explores the nature of creativity, professional ambition, and vulnerability in an ever-evolving cultural landscape, and how our favorite comics are able to keep us laughing along the way.
Sid-izens United: Salacious Spiels, Stories, Suggestions, and Solutions to Withstand a Woke World
by Sid RosenbergThe legendary radio personality and equal-opportunity offender delivers authentic and unapologetic takes on the state of everything—from politics to sports, and pop culture to fitness—all with his inimitable style and humor. &“Sid Rosenberg writes the way he talks: fast and blunt. His book is entertaining and provides the reader insight into a guy who hit the bottom but pulled himself up to great success. You&’ll get your money&’s worth and more.&” —Bill O&’Reilly, Media GuyPhonies and frauds, beware. Whether you&’re an athlete, entertainer, or politician—Sid Rosenberg leaves nobody unscathed. Sid helps navigate the tough topics of today, clearly laying out his thoughts and opinions in the one-of-a-kind style and charm that has made him one of the top radio and TV talents in the country. He also provides a &“call-to-action&” to the reader with his Sid-izen Solutions at the end of each hot-topic chapter. &“Every person is born with a filter between their brain and their mouth. Sid Rosenberg was born without one. Anything he thinks of he says. Love him or hate him…he&’s the real deal.&” —Chazz Palminteri A must-read for the politically incorrect, Sid-izens United: Salacious Spiels, Stories, Suggestions, and Solutions to Withstand a Woke World captures Sid at his best—showing once again why his radio show reaches millions of devoted Sid-izens each week. &“Sid Rosenberg is New York personified—caustic, unfiltered, hilarious, and with a huge heart. The bad boy of radio dispenses ripping tales about fame, sport, and politics in his new book. But the sweet bonus is the wisdom he learned from the school of hard knocks on how to succeed at marriage and fatherhood.&” —Miranda Devine &“I&’ve known Sid since he was a customer service agent for a company nobody ever heard of. The fact that I would care what he has to say about world politics or society as a whole is as shocking to me as it is to you, but here I am laughing and crying while hearing his unmistakably unique voice in my ears as I turn the pages of this book. Sid&’s a talented creator, an unapologetic and gifted performer in a sea of copycats and unoriginal thoughts. He simply stands out. We share some of the same demons and I&’m beyond proud to see him overcome them and succeed as he has and become the father and man that his dad would be so proud of. I have no idea what a Sid-izen is, and I&’m terrified now that I might be one.&” —Craig Carton
Side-Splitting Riddles
by Highlights For ChildrenThese collections of time-tested riddles and knock-knock jokes from Highlights will trigger a giggle attack every time kids open them. With a wealth of jokes and riddles, are perfect for sharing laughs with friends and family. The hilarious illustrations by Kevin Rechin and Kelly Kennedy add to the fun.
Sidekicks
by Dan SantatSuit up for this high-octane graphic novel debut by the Caldecott Medalist and #1 New York Times–bestselling author of The Adventures of Beekle.Captain Amazing, the hometown hero of Metro City, is so busy catching criminals that he rarely has time for his pets—he hasn’t even noticed they’ve been developing superpowers of their own!So when Captain Amazing announces he needs a sidekick, his eager pets—a dog, a hamster, and a chameleon—all decide to audition for the part and a chance for one-on-one time with the Captain. But while each pet is focused on winning the coveted sidekick spot, an even bigger battle in Metro City is about to unleash . . . Dr. Havoc, Captain Amazing’s long-time nemesis, is hatching up a new scheme, and the Captain’s found himself in serious trouble. Can the warring pets put their squabbles aside to save the day? Will the return of a forgotten friend help them in their time of need? Or will this be the end for Captain Amazing?Get ready for sibling rivalry royale as pets with superpowers duke it out for the one thing they all want most: a super family.“The lovable menagerie of crime-fighting pets offers lots of laughs and a boisterous and exuberant storyline.” —Kirkus Reviews“Lively, insightful, and just plain fun, this convergence of capes and creatures will find a wide audience in animal lovers and superhero fans alike.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
Sidekicks: The Candy Man Cometh (Sidekicks Ser.)
by Dan Danko Tom Mason Barry GottSuperhero sidekick Speedy tries to save the beautiful Prudence from the Mole Master, hoping that his superhero sponsor, Pumpkin Pete, will help him for a change instead of running away.
Sidelined: The QB and Me MTI
by Tay MarleyFor fans of romances by Lynn Painter, Rachel Lynn Solomon, and Sarah Ockler, and YA sports authors like Sarah Henning where opposites attract, and then combust.Now a Tubi Original starring Noah Beck and Siena Agudong! For fans of romances by Lynn Painter, Rachel Lynn Solomon, and Sarah Ockler, and YA sports authors like Sarah Henning where opposites attract, and then combust.Reluctant cheerleader Dallas Bryan has a problem on her hands—and his name is Drayton Lahey.Ever since the hot star quarterback of the high school football team hit her car with his motorcycle, he has the annoying ability to get under her skin, making Dallas think about Drayton way more than she should . . . in all the ways that she shouldn't. But Dallas has one goal—to pursue her dance-school dreams in California—and no one, not even a hard-bodied, green-eyed football god, will stop her. As the tension between Drayton and Dallas grows thicker, the lines blur, and all she wants is to come undone under his touch.But this thing between Dallas and Drayton could cost her her dreams . . . if he doesn't break her heart first.
Sidemen: The Book
by The SidemenBillions of you have watched their videos and millions of you have followed them on social media.So here we go; it's time to back up because YouTube superstars, The Sidemen, are finally here in book form and they're dishing the dirt on each other as well as the YouTube universe. There's nowhere to hide as KSI, Miniminter, Behzinga, Zerkaa,Vikkstar123, Wroetoshaw and Tobjizzle go in hard on their living habits, their football ability, and their dodgy clobber, while also talking Fifa, Vegas and superheroes. They'll also give you their grand house tour, letting you in on a few secrets, before showing you their hall of fame, as well as revealing some of their greatest shames.Along the way you'll learn how seven of the world's biggest YouTube stars started off with nothing more than a computer console, a PC and a bad haircut before joining forces to crush the internet. And they'll tell you just how they did it (because they're nice like that) with their ultimate guide to YouTube while also sharing their memories of recording their favourite videos as well as a typical day in the life of The Sidemen.You'll feel like you're with them every step of the way, smelling the 'sweet' aroma of the boys' favourite dishes in the kitchen, stamping your passport as you follow them on their trips around the world and kicking every ball as the boys gear up for the biggest football match of their lives. It's going to get personal. It's going to get intense, and JJ is going to have lots of tantrums, so take a moment to prepare yourself, because this is The Sidemen book you've been waiting for!
Sidemen: The book you've been waiting for
by The SidemenBillions of you have watched their videos and millions of you have followed them on social media.So here we go; it's time to back up because YouTube superstars, The Sidemen, are finally here in book form and they're dishing the dirt on each other as well as the YouTube universe. There's nowhere to hide as KSI, Miniminter, Behzinga, Zerkaa,Vikkstar123, Wroetoshaw and Tobjizzle go in hard on their living habits, their football ability, and their dodgy clobber, while also talking Fifa, Vegas and superheroes. They'll also give you their grand house tour, letting you in on a few secrets, before showing you their hall of fame, as well as revealing some of their greatest shames.Along the way you'll learn how seven of the world's biggest YouTube stars started off with nothing more than a computer console, a PC and a bad haircut before joining forces to crush the internet. And they'll tell you just how they did it (because they're nice like that) with their ultimate guide to YouTube while also sharing their memories of recording their favourite videos as well as a typical day in the life of The Sidemen.You'll feel like you're with them every step of the way, smelling the 'sweet' aroma of the boys' favourite dishes in the kitchen, stamping your passport as you follow them on their trips around the world and kicking every ball as the boys gear up for the biggest football match of their lives. It's going to get personal. It's going to get intense, and JJ is going to have lots of tantrums, so take a moment to prepare yourself, because this is The Sidemen book you've been waiting for!
Sidesplitter: How To Be From Two Worlds At Once
by Phil Wang'An hilarious breath of fresh air' AMY SCHUMER'Phil Wang is as original a writer as he is a comedian. Sidesplitter is predictably hilarious but also quietly moving' SATHNAM SANGHERA'A razor-sharp dissection of cultural connections, divides and differences. And yes, it's side-splittingly funny' ADAM KAY'But where are you REALLY from?' Phil Wang has been asked this question so many times he's finally written a book about it. In this mix of comic memoir and observational essay, one of the UK's most exciting stand-up comedians reflects on his experiences as a Eurasian man in the West and in the East. Phil was born in Stoke-on-Trent, raised in Malaysia, and then came of age in Bath - 'a spa town for people who find Cheltenham too ethnic'. Phil takes an incisive look at what it means to be mixed race, as he explores the contrasts between cultures and delves into Britain and Malaysia's shared histories, bringing his trademark cynicism and wit to topics ranging from family, food, and comedy to race, empire, and colonialism.
Sidesplitter: How To Be From Two Worlds At Once
by Phil WangOne of the UK's brightest and best comedians takes an incisive look at race and belonging."But where are you really from?" Phil Wang has been asked this question so many times he's lost count. So, finally, he decided to write a book about it. About how to be from two places at once. Phil was born in the UK, in Stoke-on-Trent to an English mother and a Chinese-Malaysian father. Three weeks after his birth, the Wang family returned to his fathers' hometown in Malaysia, and at age 16, Phil was uprooted once again, to return with his family to the UK.In Sidesplitter, Phil reflects on race, belonging and cultural cachet, bringing his trademark cynicism and wit to topics that range from food and comedy to empire and colonialism.(P)2021 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Sidesplitter: How To Be From Two Worlds At Once
by Phil Wang*A TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR*'A hilarious breath of fresh air' AMY SCHUMER'A razor-sharp dissection of cultural differences. And yes, it's side-splittingly funny' ADAM KAY'I've laughed out loud at least once on every page' VICTORIA COREN MITCHELLPhil Wang was born in Stoke-on-Trent, raised in Malaysia, and then came of age in Bath - 'a spa town for people who find Cheltenham too ethnic'. In this brilliantly funny and incisive comic memoir he looks at what it means to be torn between two continents, bringing his trademark cynicism and wit to topics ranging from family, food and comedy to race, empire and colonialism.
Sidesplitting Jokes for Minecrafters: Ghastly Golems and Ghoulish Ghasts (Jokes For Minecrafters #4)
by Brian BooneSidesplitting Jokes for Minecrafters: Ghastly Golems and Ghoulish Ghasts is the fourth book in the Jokes for Minecrafters series, which has more than 800 belly laughs waiting for you! This laugh-a-minute book leaves no enderman or zombie unscathed, and comes complete with silly illustrations for even more fun! <p><p> For kids ages 5 and up, this book of jokes will have all your friends and family doubling over! Bust out the funniest of these Minecrafter jokes at home or school for endless jokes and fun! <p> This adventure series is created especially for readers who love the fight of good vs. evil, magical academies like Hogwarts in the Harry Potter saga, and games like Minecraft, Terraria, and Pokemon GO.
Sideways Stories from Wayside School: Sideways Stories From Wayside School, Wayside School Is Falling Down, Wayside School Gets A Little Stranger, Wayside School Beneath The Cloud Of Doom (Wayside School)
by Louis Sachar Adam MccauleyBestselling and Newbery Medal-winning author Louis Sachar knows how to make readers laugh. And there are laughs galore in perennial favorite Sideways Stories from Wayside School, now available for the first time in ebook format! <P><P>Accidentally built sideways and standing thirty stories high (the builder said he was very sorry for the mistake), Wayside School has some of the wackiest classes in town, especially on the thirtieth floor. <P><P>That’s where you’ll meet Bebe, the fastest draw in art class; John, who only reads upside down; Myron, the best class president, ever; and Sammy, the new kid—he’s a real rat. More than nine millions readers have laughed at the wacky stories of Wayside School. So what are you waiting for? Come visit Wayside School!
Siegel and Shuster's Funnyman
by Jerry Siegel Joe Shuster Thomas Andrae Mel GordonHere is a kaleidoscopic analysis of Jewish humor as seen through Funnyman, a little-known super-heroic invention by the creators of Superman. Included are complete comic-book stories and daily and Sunday newspaper panels from Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's creative fiasco.Siegel and Shuster, two Jewish teenagers from Cleveland, sold the rights to their amazing and astonishingly lucrative comic book superhero to Detective Comics for $130 in 1938. Not only did they lose the ownership of the Superman character, they also agreed to write and illustrate it for ten years at ten dollars per page. Their contract with the DC publishers was soon heralded as the most foolish agreement in the history of American popular culture.After toiling on workman's wages for a decade, Siegel and Shuster struggled to come up with a new superhero, one that would right their wrongs and prove that justice, fair-play, and zany craftsmanship was the true American way and would lead to ultimate victory. But when the naïve duo launched their new comic character Funnyman in 1947, it failed miserably. All the turmoil and personal disasters in Siegel and Shuster's postwar life percolated into the comic strip.This book tells the back story of the unsuccessful strip and Siegel and Shuster's ambition to have their funny Jewish superhero trump Superman.Mel Gordon is the author of Voluptuous Panic: The Erotic World of Weimar Berlin.Thomas Andrae is the author of Batman and Me.
Siempre Hay Lugar Para Cupcakes (Delilah Horton #1)
by Bethany LopezUn día caminas feliz, escuchando música en tu cabeza mientras te preguntas si tus muslos apreciarían un cupcake de camino a casa. Lo siguiente que sabes es que tu mundo entero se estrella y arde en llamas. Solía despertarme por la noche sudando, llorando porque había soñado que mi esposo me engañaba, o que me odiaba y le estorbaban mis hijos. Él siempre me abrazaba y me decía que todo era solo un sueño, que me amaba a mí y a nuestra familia y que nunca me dejaría ir. Fue un jodido mentiroso. Ahora pasaba mis días tomando fotos de escoria al igual que él, tratando de ser la campeona por otras que también han sido engañadas por losperdedores de nuestro pueblo, y en las noches, siendo mamá soltera de mis hermosos gemelos. Tengo estupendas amigas que me apoyan, y un hombre motociclista, sexy y misterioso, que sigue apareciendo cuando lo necesito. Finalmente las cosas empiezan a ir bien. Y, una cosa es segura... siempre hay lugar para cupcakes.
Siempre nos quedará el gin-tonic: Salvavidas para padres imperfectos
by Katie KirbyHe aquí un libro sobre todo aquello que no cuentan las guías de paternidad. Esta no es una guía al uso. - No va a conseguir que tu hijo duerma más (o que duerma algo) por la noche. - Ni va a decirte cómo acabar con las pataletas. - Ni siquiera va a intentar convertirte en una buena madre o en un padre molón. - No contiene un solo consejo. Siempre nos quedará el Gin-Tónic es un viaje a través del emocionante, huracanado, por momentos frustrante pero casi siempre maravilloso, universo de la paternidad. Porque no estás solo. Ni sola. El mundo está lleno de padres imperfectos. A través de anécdotas fabulosamente sinceras y unas ilustraciones sencillas que lo dicen todo, este libro te lo va a demostrar y, de paso, te va a acompañar, como el mejor de los amigos, desde las primeras pataditas hasta el primer (y esperadísimo) día de colegio. Se recomienda leer sin moderación alguna. Más de 150.000 ejemplares vendidos en el Reino Unido. Reseñas:«Brillantes viñetas sobre la realidad de criar a los hijos con la que TODOS los padres se identificarán...»Daily Mail «Encantadoramente divertido, y muy muy agudo.»Mail on Sunday
Siete días para enamorarte, un año para olvidarte
by Deborah P. GómezUna mujer en plena crisis personal. Un actor al que no le llega su oportunidad. Un pacto de siete días... o no. Porque, a veces, el amor llega cuando menos lo andas buscando. Me llamo Estela, estoy a punto de entrar en la crisis de los cuarenta, y no tengo ni idea de qué quiero hacer con mi vida. Lo único que sé es que ir a esa estúpida reunión de negocios en Nueva York el día de San Valentín, no entraba en mis planes. Pero a mi jefe, como siempre, le importaba un bledo mi opinión. Y yo (también como siempre) no supe negarle nada porque soy idiota...Tal vez, no lo hice porque este viaje es justo lo que necesito para encontrarme. Probar cosas nuevas. Hacer una locura donde nadie me conozca. Perder los papeles (o, al menos, desordenarlos un poco). Explorar mis propios límites. Tener un tórrido romance con Tristán, un camarero al que no tengo intención de volver a ver... ¿o sí?Pensándolo bien... Son solo siete días, ¿qué podría salir mal?
Siete para la morgue
by Doug Lamoreux RocioEs casi medianoche, y un vecino fisgón encuentra a sus vecinos, muertos. Armado de coraje, decide llamar al servicio de emergencias. A pesar de la tormenta torrencial que azota la noche, la Policía, el Departamento de Bomberos y una ambulancia responden enseguida el llamado. Sin embargo, hay poco que puedan hacer. Las víctimas llevan muertas un largo tiempo. El fisgón invita a los trabajadores de emergencias a reunirse en su cochera, a salvo de la lluvia, mientras esperan la llegaba del Forense y, luego, del personal de la Casa Funeraria que retirará los cuerpos. Los relámpagos iluminan la noche y los truenos hacen temblar el suelo. La situación inspira a los policías, los bomberos y los paramédicos a pasar el rato contando historias de terror escalofriantes... y tú estás invitado a acompañarlos. Doug Lamoreux, escritor premiado del género de terror, mezcla siete cuentos espeluznantes en esta pócima atrapante. Como anuncia el poema popular escocés: "Señor, líbranos de fantasmas y demonios, de bestias de patas largas, y de todo lo que hace ruidos por la noche".
Sign of the Apocalypse: Ruminations and Wit from an American Roadside Prophet
by John GetchellFriends, neighbors, and passersby from all over the country can’t fail to miss “The Sign’s constantly changing humor and insight. On occasion, The Sign of the Apocalypse (SOTA) traffics in the earnest, but at its heart is rooted in a deep-seated desire to express the sarcastic and snort-worthy. This, and a love of haiku, pizza, Latin, double entendre, and the worst puns ever crafted. Two years in the making, the message on “The Sign” is changed on a daily basis, with the primary benefit of slowing passing traffic to a honking crawl. It was designed to convey pithy tidbits of thought and wordplay. In its conception, SOTA was perpetrated in spite of the objection of the author's girlfriend, and with hopes of creating controversy and dismay in the local community. The girlfriend packed up and left, and the community and town fathers were surprisingly gruntled by the proceedings. Punny and sarcastic signs include: • When attacked by a gang of clowns, go for the juggler • What if doing the hokey pokey really is what it’s all about? • Legalize marinara • A penny saved is ridiculous • Wendy, please take me back / I’m so miserable / it’s almost like / you’re still here
Signature Wound: Rocking TBI (Doonesbury #32)
by G. B. TrudeauSignature Wound: Rocking TBI completes a trilogy of Doonesbury books that examines the impact of combat on American soldiers in Iraq.A twist of fate brings B. D. to the bedside of SFC Leo Deluca (a.k.a. Toggle), a young HUMV driver and headbanger whose love of ear-bleed battle music had sonically distracted him enough to get his vehicle blown up. Missing an eye and suffering from aphasia, Toggle fights to recover from traumatic brain injury (TBI), a journey of recovery that brings out the best in B. D., his former commander. Toggle's tattooed, metalhead mom initially has reservations about his improbable Facebook romance with an MIT tech-head named Alex, but love blooms. As this engaging story unfolds, Toggle finds himself drawn toward a career in the recording industry, undaunted by the limitations of the New Normal that now defines his life.Crafted with the same kind of insight, humor, and respect that prompted the Pentagon and the VA to host signings of the two previous books in the trilogy, Signature Wound is a perceptive and timely look at the contemporary soldier's experience.
Signed, Sealed, Delivered (The Ladies Who Lunch #Null)
by Sandy JamesFor the fans of Jennifer Probst, Ruth Cardello and Jill Shalvis, comes a series about love, friendship, and lunch!Juliana Kelley has spent thirteen years as a special education teacher and can't face another school year. While having lunch with her three best friends--a group they dubbed the "Ladies Who Lunch"--Jules decides to take control of her life. First step, change her career.Connor Wilson has hit rock bottom. After earning a reputation as a highly successful realtor, he lets his love for gambling spiral out of control. When he loses his job, he finally pulls himself together. Armed with inside information, he heads to a small town on the cusp of a real estate boom.When Connor and Jules meet, their chemistry is immediate. But the two put aside their feelings to become business partners. Still, the more they're together the harder it becomes to deny their attraction. Now, Connor and Juliana must choose--give in to their desires and risk the prosperous business they've built, or forget about their growing relationship and a second chance at love, success, and happiness. Word count: 75,000-85,000
Signet Book Of American Humor
by Regina BarrecaEdited and with a new introduction by Regina Barreca There's plenty to poke fun at in these United States-and as this volume proves, comedy may be the truest democracy of all. Smart, subversive, and surprising, this anthology shows us what makes Americans laugh. Includes the works of: Ambrose Bierce · Mel Brooks and Carl Reiner · Ralph Ellison · Fannie Flagg · William Goldman · O. Henry · Langston Hughes · Molly Ivins · Erica Jong · Jean Kerr · Alan King · Fran Leibowitz · Merrill Markoe · H. L. Mencken · Bill Nye · Edgar Allen Poe · Mae West · Edith Wharton · Herman Wouk · and many others
Signing Their Lives Away: The Fame and Misfortune of the Men Who Signed the Declaration of Independence
by Denise Kiernan Joseph D'AgneseIn July 1776, fifty-six men risked their lives and livelihood to defy the British and sign the most important document in the history of the United States and yet how many of them do we actually remember?Signing Their Lives Awayintroduces readers to the eclectic group of statesmen, soldiers, criminals, and crackpots who were chosen to sign this historic document and the many strange fates that awaited them. Some died from war-related injuries; others had their homes and farms seized by British soldiers; a few rose to the highest levels of U. S. government (ten signers were later elected to Congress). George Wythe was murdered by his nephew; Button Gwinnet was killed in a duel; and of course Sam Adams went on to fame and fortune as a patriot/brewer. Complete with a reversible parchment jacket (offering a facsimile of the Declaration on the reverse),Signing Their Lives Awayprovides an entertaining and enlightening narrative for history buffs of all ages.
Signing Their Rights Away: The Fame and Misfortune of the Men Who Signed the United States Constitution
by Denise Kiernan Joseph D'AgneseUnfold Book Jacket for a Full-Color Reproduction of the U.S. ConstitutionWith their book Signing Their Lives Away, Denise Kiernan and Joseph D'Agnese introduced readers to the 56 statesmen (and occasional scoundrels!) who signed the Declaration of Independence. Now they've turned their attention to the 39 men who met in the summer of 1787 and put their names to the U.S. Constitution. Signing Their Rights Away chronicles a moment in American history when our elected officials knew how to compromise--and put aside personal gain for the greater good of the nation. These men were just as quirky and flawed as the elected officials we have today: Hugh Williamson believed in aliens, Robert Morris went to prison, Jonathan Dayton stole $18,000 from Congress, and Thomas Mifflin was ruined by alcohol. Yet somehow these imperfect men managed to craft the world's most perfect Constitution. With 39 mini-biographies and a reversible dust jacket that unfolds into a poster of the original document, Signing Their Rights Away offers an entertaining and enlightening narrative for history buffs of all ages.From the Hardcover edition.
Signspotting 4
by Doug LanskyFor intrepid travelers and armchair dreamers-the fourth collection of amazingly odd and simply hilarious signs found the world over. Want to take a tour of the "Elephant Dung Factory and Souvenir Shop"? How about visiting the towns of Bastardo and Moronville, and doing some shopping at Sad Décor or the Mayan Treasures Factory Outlet? Whether unsettling ("One Way Tours"), unfortunate ("Evil Poo Lookout"), or simply baffling ("Eels May Be Slippery"), the signs in this all-new collection will change the way you look at the printed world around you.