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The 1960's Greatest Hits: The Stories Behind the Music. The music of the 1960s is the soundtrack to our lives. But cherished recordings only scratch the surface. In many instances, the stories behind the music are just as fascinating, funny and unforgettable as the songs themselves.
Every occasion is the right occasion for ABBA. From wistful ballads like “The Winner Takes It All” to uplifting anthems like “Dancing Queen,” the twin vocals of Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, and the songwriting craft of Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, have stood the test of time. Now, 40 years after their last public performance together in 1982, the Swedish supergroup has returned with a new album, Voyage, and a
...Beginning with her debut album, 19, Adele broke barriers and crossed borders, inviting listeners of all ages to share her gorgeous musical expressions of relationships and events—good and bad—that have happened in her life. Each of her subsequent albums, all named for the age she was when she wrote the songs, play like an infectious diary set to music. Along the way, Adele has collected multiple Grammy awards, platinum plaques, and an Oscar.
..."Delight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues! After Dinner Conversation is a (501(c)(3) nonprofit that publishes a monthly short fiction literary magazine. Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contribute fascinating philosophical insights on controversial topics like marriage equality, assisted suicide, the meaning of death, animal rights and defining
...Written by the World's leading experts, The American Civil War story is the definitive account of this landmark conflict.This special edition of BBC History Magazine commemorates 150 years since the battle of Gettysburg – for many a decisive turning point in the American Civil War.
As well as examining the causes and early stages of the war, The American Civil War Story analyses the tactical phases on which the war was won and lost and
...A short story magazine that assembles a thrilling new mix of stories from genres including horror, science-fiction, comedy, and suspense. Buried at the heart of every story in the magazine is a unique artifact, an object that has inspired our storytellers to create a big idea, an irresistible question, a new immersive world, or a sense of wonder. Unearth your next great read with Assemble Artifacts.
Celebrating the past, present and future of Britain's great motoring icon, this MagBook contains captivating images, in-depth features and under the bonnet examinations from across the Aston's stunning and eclectic range. Perfect for all classic car enthusiasts and Aston collectors, this publication is your authoritative guide to the Aston Martin. Showcasing the majestic Aston Bond cars, presenting an exhilarating Aston Martin Nimrod track
...It’s not every day that a pop group, let alone a K-pop group, dominates the global music conversation and the charts. But then again, BTS isn’t your average band. The septet set themselves apart from the outset, starting from their Big Hit Entertainment-backed debut album, 2013’s 2 Cool 4 Skool, to their 2022 anthology LP, Proof: They weren’t afraid to speak out on the younger generation’s struggles, tackle political issues, examine their
...In our 76 page celebrity real life special we reveal the heart-breaking stories behind some of the world's biggest stars. From Britney Spears' public meltdown and Kelly Osbourne's drug addiction to Twitter's most scandalous moments and the A-List arrests that shocked Hollywood!
IT’S PARTY TIME AT THE HOUSE OF MOUSE! One hundred years have passed since the young, self-taught cartoonist Walt Disney created the Disney Brothers Studio in his uncle’s Los Angeles garage. Not bad for a high school dropout once called “the second dumbest kid in class.” Inside these pages we will take a tour around the parks, how Pixar redefined Disney, and hw the magic will live on. To celebrate the extraordinary milestone, the company
...This is edition features Anton Chekhov's The Duel in both English and Russian languages for those interested in advancing language skills, learning or simply digging into finer detail of the original Chekhov masterpiece.Laevsky is a dissipated romantic given to gambling and flirtation. He has run off to the sea with another man's wife and quickly grown tired of her, but two obstacles block his route to escape: he is broke, and he faces the
...15) Family Matters
"There is a certain place where dumbwaiters boom, doors slam, dishes crash; every window is a mother's mouth bidding the street shut up, go skate somewhere else, come home." - From The Loudest Voice by Grace Paley
Hilarious and colorful episodes in the lives of families - many depicted from a kid's-eye-view - are the theme for this compilation. Being part of a family is often trying, and stranger than any fiction, but never dull and always worth
...From his early days as a college athlete turned bar-band singer to his meteoric rise in the 1990s and up until his present life as a living legend—Garth Brooks has never lost gratitude for being able to perform. He considers making music an honor and a privilege, a special kind of love that he shares with audiences around the world whenever he approaches a microphone. Brooks has been rewarded with astonishing record sales, sold-out concerts and
...Before the “Latin revolution” blitzed pop radio at the end of the 1990s and made Ricky Martin and Jennifer Lopez household names—and way ahead of the current dominance of artists like Bad Bunny and Rosalia—there was Gloria Estefan. The Cuban-born singer has one of the most inspiring rags-to-riches stories in the history of American popular music. The story of Gloria Estefan is one of strength and perseverance, of invention and reinvention,
...18) GP Car Story
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The earliest known depiction of a ghost dates back to a 3,500-year-old Babylonian tablet that has been among the holdings of the British Museum since the 19th century. Though it has never been publicly exhibited, and it’s small enough to fit in your hand, the clay stone contains detailed directions on how to get rid of ghosts. Myriad cultures around the world revel in describing ghosts, ranging from the Navajo’s “Chindi,” a spirit created
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