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Dan O'Neill

    The Sonnets
    The Complete Book of 1910s Broadway Musicals
    Crazy But True St. Louis History
    Best of the Blues
    The Firecracker Boys
    • 2025

      The Sonnets

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      4.2(1923)Add rating

      The acclaimed Pelican Shakespeare series, now in a dazzling new series design Winner of the 2016 AIGA + Design Observer 50 Books | 50 Covers competition Gold Medal Winner of the 3x3 Illustration Annual No. 14 A Penguin Classic This edition of The Sonnets is edited with an introduction by John Hollander and was recently repackaged with cover art by Manuja Waldia. Waldia received a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators for the Pelican Shakespeare series. The legendary Pelican Shakespeare series features authoritative and meticulously researched texts paired with scholarship by renowned Shakespeareans. Each book includes an essay on the theatrical world of Shakespeare’s time, an introduction to the individual play, and a detailed note on the text used. Updated by general editors Stephen Orgel and A. R. Braunmuller, these easy-to-read editions incorporate over thirty years of Shakespeare scholarship undertaken since the original series, edited by Alfred Harbage, appeared between 1956 and 1967. With stunning new covers, definitive texts, and illuminating essays, the Pelican Shakespeare will remain a valued resource for students, teachers, and theater professionals for many years to come.

      The Sonnets
    • 2023

      The book offers a whimsical exploration of St. Louis, highlighting its quirky history and bizarre facts. Readers will discover astonishing stories, such as the burial of an Enos Slaughter fan in a ballpark and the tragic sinking of the Sultana steamboat. With a mix of strange attractions, like the world's largest pair of underwear and ghostly legends, the vibrant narrative is complemented by rich photography. This entertaining journey showcases the unique character of St. Louis, promising to both amuse and enlighten its audience.

      Crazy But True St. Louis History
    • 2022

      Best of the Blues

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Focusing on the St. Louis Blues' rich history, this book highlights the franchise's top 25 players, from iconic figures like Brett Hull and Wayne Gretzky to lesser-known names. Authored by veteran sports journalist Dan O'Neill, it settles debates about the best players in Blues history while also featuring intriguing segments on brief but impactful players and a glossary celebrating the team's culture. With a blend of nostalgia and analysis, it aims to engage and excite St. Louis hockey fans for generations.

      Best of the Blues
    • 2021

      "This book examines in detail every Broadway musical which opened during the 1910s. It includes cast and credits, plot, critical reviews, London productions, recordings, published scripts, and film versions. The book also features extensive commentary for 300 musicals which opened during the decade"--

      The Complete Book of 1910s Broadway Musicals
    • 2007

      The Firecracker Boys

      H-Bombs, Inupiat Eskimos, and the Roots of the Environmental Movement

      • 450 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.2(229)Add rating

      Set against the backdrop of 1958, the narrative reveals a controversial plan by Edward Teller to detonate nuclear bombs off Alaska's coast to create a harbor. The initiative faced fierce opposition from local Eskimos and biologists, who successfully thwarted what could have been a catastrophic environmental disaster. The story highlights themes of governmental arrogance and the emergence of America's environmental movement, showcasing Dan O'Neill's passion for Alaska and his commitment to uncovering a pivotal moment in the Nuclear Age.

      The Firecracker Boys