Pagan Kennedy is an author who delves into the intersections of science, technology, and the human experience. Her work is characterized by a sharp insight and a playful approach to often complex subjects. Kennedy masterfully weaves scientific concepts with personal narratives, creating accessible and engaging explorations. Her writing invites readers to consider the world around them in fresh and exciting ways.
The book offers a vibrant collection of personal essays and zine-style articles from Pagan Kennedy, a notable figure in the zine community. It features quirky interviews, insights into alternative lifestyles like dumpster diving, and humorous dating advice. Kennedy's unique observations connect unexpected cultural figures, while her engaging writing style provides an entertaining critique of hipster culture. This new edition includes updates on the lives of various subjects, enhancing its appeal for both long-time fans and new readers.
The narrative centers on Marty Goddard, the pioneering inventor of the rape kit, who transformed the approach to investigating sexual assault in the 1970s but later vanished from history. Through her work at a crisis hotline, Marty sought to address the systemic failures in prosecuting sexual crimes, leading to the creation of a revolutionary forensic tool. The book follows journalist Pagan Kennedy's quest to uncover Marty's story, exploring themes of gender inequity, the history of forensics, and the ongoing challenges in addressing sexual violence.
Find out where great ideas come from. A businessman struggles with his luggage at an airport and pioneers the wheeled suitcase. An engineer watches people using walkie-talkies and dreams up the mobile phone. A printer is frustrated by his unpredictable inks and creates the Pantone colour system. Why were these particular people able to identify a problem, and how did they discover the solutions that everyone else missed? Where exactly did their great ideas come from, and how did they go about making them a reality? In pursuit of answers, Pagan Kennedy has spent her career examining the creative process, interviewing inventors and engineers, scientists, psychologists and economists in a bid to understand how we create. In Inventology Kennedy collects their wisdom and explores a series of landmark inventions, taking us through the processes by which we have come to dream up new products and technologies, and conceived solutions to âe~impossibleâe(tm) problems. A must-read for anyone who is curious about imagination, design and innovation, Inventology will inspire and entertain, and will show you how to become more creative.
The book features elegant prose combined with thorough reporting, presenting a wealth of intriguing ideas that invite deep reflection. Readers are likely to find themselves engaged and inspired, as the narrative unfolds with a blend of insight and clarity, making it a thought-provoking read.
Back in print for the first time in a decade, this is the hilarious autobiography of a pioneer of the 1990s zine movement. A young woman named Pagan, having just graduated from a writing program at a very prestigious university, is left with a single burning question: Now what? She then takes an unusual step by deciding to invent her new self—the one the public will know—by starting her own magazine, one that will be written, created, and star none other than herself.
Award-winning literary essays explore the absurdity of human ambition through a comedic lens. Notable figures, like Alex Comfort, emerge as unconventional visionaries—Comfort seeks to dismantle monogamy while a retired chemist transforms wastelands into paradises. An aspiring tyrant aims for American emperorship, and an artist experiments with a "brain machine" crafted from Radio Shack parts. Most essays, previously featured in prominent magazines, highlight the eccentric endeavors of those determined to reshape the world, showcasing both humor and insight.
A novel on a Boston band made up of ex-boyfriends and girlfriends. It is a publicity stunt by two former lovers, songwriter Lilly and guitarist Hank, so as to give the band originality. As the group becomes famous, old romances are rekindled.
