Thomas Wheeler, a screenwriter with years of experience on major Hollywood features, makes his literary debut with The Arcanum. This novel marks a significant transition, showcasing his narrative talent beyond the screen. Wheeler brings a filmmaker's eye for pacing and visual storytelling to the page. Readers can expect a compelling narrative crafted with cinematic flair.
Set in the 1980s, this installment explores the lives of workers involved in the construction of Mount Pleasant airfield in the Falkland Islands post-conflict. It blends fact and fiction, detailing their experiences and challenges. The narrative then transitions to follow some of these workers as they seek new opportunities in the warmer environment of Algeria, highlighting their resilience and adaptability in different settings.
Former FCC chairman Wheeler brings to life the two great network revolutions, the invention of the movable-type printing press and the telegraph. He puts these past revolutions into perspective of today, when rapid changes in networking are upending nearly every aspect of modern life and are laying the foundation for a third network revolution.
As with the industrial revolution and the Gilded Age it created, new digital technology has changed commerce and culture, creating great wealth in the process, while being essentially unsupervised. Wheeler calls for an era of public interest oversight that embraces new protections for consumers and competition and encourages continued innovation.
Network revolutions of the past have shaped the present and set the stage for the revolution we are experiencing today. In this fascinating book, Tom Wheeler brings to life the two great network revolutions of the past and uses them to help put in perspective the confusion, uncertainty, and even excitement most people face today.
Welcome to The Fender Archives - part history, part archive, part scrapbook, and part treasure chest.
Exploring the rich history of music and innovation, this third installment in the series delves into the fascinating world of guitar craftsmanship and the cultural impact of iconic instruments. Author and historian Tom Wheeler offers insights and stories that celebrate the artistry and engineering behind legendary guitars, making it a must-read for music enthusiasts and collectors alike. The book builds on the acclaim of its predecessors, providing a deeper understanding of the legacy of sound and creativity in the music industry.
How Abraham Lincoln Used the Telegraph to Win the Civil War
Focusing on Abraham Lincoln's innovative use of the telegraph during the Civil War, this study highlights his unique ability to adapt his writing style to the new medium. The telegraph, a recent invention at the time, became a crucial tool for communication between Lincoln and his generals. Wheeler explores how this connection contributed to the war effort and showcases Lincoln's exceptional rhetorical skills, revealing a pivotal aspect of his leadership that helped shape history.
(Book). From the same "dream team" that created The Fender Stratocaster Chronicles ( Vintage Guitar magazine's 2004 Book of the Year) comes this new publication covering the other side of Fender's legacy, the instrument amplifier. Revered as much as one's guitar, the Fender amplifier gets its due in this full-color, richly illustrated book. Features over 400 images, including legendary guitarists such as Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Neil Young, Pete Townshend, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Muddy Waters, and Dick Dale, and two CDs featuring over 120 tracks that make terms and topics come alive.
(Book). The world's most famous guitar had a golden anniversary in 2004, and this official, authorized book/CD package offers the best photos, quotes, facts and sounds to properly celebrate this achievement. From Buddy Holly to Jimi Hendrix to today's hottest players, the Fender Stratocaster defines rock'n'roll for generations of fans and players. Special features include exclusive photos from the world's greatest guitar collection, as well as a CD with musical examples of famous Strat sounds and styles hilariously performed by Greg Koch even spoken excerpts from the author's interviews with the Strat's beloved inventor, Leo Fender. This book also recognizes that the Stratocaster's deeper significance lies in the music that guitarists have created with it. You'll hear what Strat players have to say about their instrument, their music and each other. The Fender Stratocaster both reflects and influences popular culture worldwide. The Stratocaster Chronicles focuses on the people who brought it into the world, the designers and builders who refined it, and the players who have taken it from there.