Late in life, writing his memoirs, John Bell Hood wrote, no man is justly entitled to be considered a great General, unless he has won his spurs. Hood did not explain how an officer earned his spurs, but he didn't need to. In this work, the first of two volumes, Hood's rise in rank is chronicled. číst celé
Conquering Lion of Reggae
Rebel, visionary and uncompromising champion of human rights, Robert Nesta Marley rose from the slums of Kingston, Jamaica to become a spiritual and political force throughout the world. Stephen Davis has created an intimate portrait of the charismatic reggae superstar, which takes us through his life and career and charts the legal battles surrounding his estate. Originally published in 1994, Bob Marley is now available for the first time in the United States.
Book by Neidjie, Bill, Davis, Stephen, Fox, Allan
Seasonal variations to plants, birds, animals and marine life in Arnhem Land.
More Room in a Broken Heart is a love song to an American icon - the first full-length biography of Carly Simon, from an acclaimed music journalist who has known her for decades. Carly Simon has won two Grammys and an Academy Award, and her albums have sold more than forty million copies. Her music has touched countless lives since her debut in the 1970s, yet her own life story has remained unpublished. Tapping private archives, family interviews, and a forty-year friendship with the legend herself, Stephen Davis at last captures Carly Simon's extraordinary journey from shy teenager to superstar. From the Bob Dylan turning point that launched her career to the real story behind "You're So Vain;" from Carly’s stage fright to her romantic involvements with Mick Jagger, Warren Beatty and Cat Stevens; and from her ordeal with breast cancer to her recent financial and spiritual crises, fans will see the Carly Simon that was hidden from the cameras ... Along the way, Davis vividly takes readers back to some of the most powerful eras in American music history and delivers a tribute worthy of the artist and her loyal fans, who know that nobody does it better than Carly Simon.
Lifelong fans and interested newcomers will love this stunning biography of Duran Duran by the bestselling author of Gold Dust Woman and Hammer of the Gods.
And in a final chapter, Davis synthesizes new evidence recently uncovered in Paris to resolve at last many of the mysteries surrounding Morrison's death, and reconstructs the final days and hours of America's greatest rock star."--BOOK JACKET.
An accessible introduction to philosophical theology, this book first explains the scope, relevance, and value of philosophical theology and then shows students how its conceptual tools help us to examine core Christian doctrines: the Trinity, the Incarnation, redemption and the atonement, and resurrection and life after death.
Soon to be a major TV drama The true story behind the secret of Flight 149 and the most shocking government cover-up of the last thirty years.
If ever there were Satanic Majesties of rock their name was Led Zeppelin. The band that out-sold the Rolling Stones and made Robert Johnson's deals with the devil look like a playground game of conkers were as high, inflated and glorified as their namesake. In Stephen Davis's scorching account of their phenomenally successful career, no aspect - however disquieting - is ignored. The infamous encounters with willing groupies in hotel bedrooms, the narcotic, alcoholic and psychotic wreckage they wreaked, the disturbing influence of the notorious mage Aleister Crowley on lead guitarist Jimmy Page and the death of John Bonham are all recorded. Above all, the exultant, blazing charge of their music and its effects on Led Zeppelin and their fans is scrutinized. Hammer of the Gods is a fierce and fearless story about a band that remain a legend of musical, sexual and mystical power. It is the last word in rock 'n' roll savagery. 'The biggest surprise success of the year . . . the Led Zep tale, drenched in sex, drugs and psychic abuse, demonstrated the validity of all the old adages about talent, power and corruption. Stephen Davis's grimy homage to imperial excesss and demonic influence had fans slavering for more' Rolling Stone
Stephen Davis's personal account of touring America with Led Zeppelin during their 1975 tour provides a vivid snapshot of the band at its peak. As a young rock writer, Davis embarked on a journey with the legendary group aboard the Starship, their iconic Boeing jet adorned with deep shag carpet, electric pianos, and an entourage of girlfriends and admirers. This narrative captures the essence of one of the hardest-living bands, showcasing the chaos and allure surrounding Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham. Amidst the adoration of fans and the frenzy outside their concerts, the band epitomized the free-spirited rock dream, even as their trajectory hinted at impending doom. The tour marked a pivotal moment in rock history, shortly before John Bonham's tragic death and the rise of punk, which would challenge their monumental sound. With intimate insights into the lives of band members, managers, groupies, and drug-dealers, the book resonates with the spirit of "Almost Famous," as it inspired Cameron Crowe's film. Now recognized as a leading rock writer, Davis revisited his notebooks from that unforgettable tour to craft this unique account, offering a beautifully succinct glimpse into a fleeting moment in rock history when excess knew no bounds and every experience was extraordinary.
"Stevie Nicks is a legend of rock, one of the most glamorous creatures pop music has ever known, both in her vocals for Fleetwood Mac -- the band she gave a 'shot of adrenaline' to and which made her a superstar in return -- and beyond. Nicks is 'gold standard of rock biographers' (The Boston Globe) Stephen Davis's perfect subject: her work and her life are equally sexy and interesting. Nicks had more than her share of hits, but also of heartbreak: drugs, addiction, affairs, and missed opportunities haunted the Welsh witch, whose influence and music are still vibrant today. Gold Dust Woman is an unmissable biography and an exploration of what makes a wild-woman superstar tick." -- From publisher's description
With 90 million of the band's records sold worldwide since 1987, Guns N' Roses prolonged rock music past its sell by date with controversial albums and immense, often riotous world tours. But the band's complete story has never been fully told - until now. In his sixth major rock biography, Stephen Davis - author of the legendary Hammer of the Gods - details the riveting story of a band that originated in the gutters of Sunset Strip and went on to become the biggest, baddest band on the planet.Davis brilliantly captures the birth of Guns' raw power, which - despite rape charges, drug-induced rampages, and a general appetite for destruction - launched the band into the pantheon of rock gods such as Led Zeppelin and the Rolling Stones. With a wealth of detail, Davis looks at Axl's unrelenting quest to release the long-awaited, mystery shrouded Chinese Democracy album, as well as the further adventures of some of the Gunners under the banner of the hard-rocking band Velvet Revolver. In Watch You Bleed, for the first time, millions of Guns N' Roses fans will learn the whole truth - sometime funny, sometimes tragic - about the last of the great rock bands.
Set against the backdrop of the post-WWII era, this collection features humorous stories, jokes, and anecdotes that capture the essence of the Baby Boomer generation's childhood. The tales, primarily shared by the author's father and uncles, reflect valuable life lessons and memorable experiences. Compiled over thirty years, these narratives blend personal memories with imaginative storytelling, preserving a rich tapestry of familial and cultural history for future generations.
The memoir chronicles a decorated firefighter's courageous decision to challenge a controversial order, sparking a global movement focused on parenting and leadership known as The Raising Alphas Project. Through personal anecdotes and insights, the author explores themes of courage, responsibility, and the impact of leadership on future generations, inspiring readers to rethink traditional approaches to parenting and personal development.
Poznaj Gildę! Badacz, poszukiwacz przygód, właściciel zeszytu przygodowego i przyjaciel wszystkich stworzeń w dolinie. Cóż... prawie wszyscy. Wraz ze swoją ulubioną bohaterką spotkaj się po raz pierwszy z trollem, rozpocznij negocjacje pokojowe z nadgorliwymi elfami i odkryj tajemnicę olbrzyma, który przybywa w środku nocy. Codzienne życie Gildy jest pełne fantastycznych stworzeń i desperackich przygód! Ale co, jeśli będzie musiała przeprowadzić się do miasta? W końcu Troleszczyna wcale nie przypomina ukochanego domu na łonie natury... Dlaczego warto kupić: Pierwszy artbook Gilda jest oparty na popularnej serii komiksów Luke'a Pearsona Gilda and the Secret People. Ta książka będzie idealnym uzupełnieniem komiksów o Gildzie i być może pierwszym wprowadzeniem w świat dzielnej poszukiwaczki przygód. Opowieści przygodowe o Gildzie sprawiają, że dzieci codziennie chcą zaglądać do książek, a z ciekawości niepostrzeżenie kształtuje się nawyk! Gilda's Adventures ma również bardzo popularną animowaną adaptację od Netflix.
Czy istnieje prawda obiektywna? Dlaczego mielibyśmy wierzyć w Boga? Czy ewolucja przeczy chrześcijaństwu? Czy zło i cierpienie dowodzą, że Bóg nie istnieje? Te pytania stanowią punkt wyjścia dla Stephena T. Davisa, który ma świadomość, że ludziom wierzącym nie jest łatwo w dzisiejszym świecie, zwłaszcza w środowisku akademickim, które wiarę utożsamia z bezpodstawną naiwnością. Filozof w sposób klarowny i świetnie uargumentowany odpowiada sceptykom, udowodniając, że bycie chrześcijaninem jest racjonalnym i uzasadnionym intelektualnie przedsięwzięciem.
Jim Morrison è uno dei rari personaggi-mito di cui più se ne spulcia la vita epiù ne risplende la leggenda. Il Re Lucertola è stato e rimane trasgressivo,lirico, bello, perennemente giovane, e straordinariamente tutte queste coseinsieme. Poetate queste coseinsieme. Poeta maledetto, evangelista acido, ha invitato il suo pubblico apassare attraverso le porte della percezione a liberarsi dalla prigione delconformismo sociale e familiare e a cercare una coscienza nuova, più alta econsapevole. Questa biografia è un'occasione per vivere un lungo e intensorapporto ravvicinato con l'angelo ribelle del rock e per compiere un viaggioemozionante negli ambienti più borderline di quegli anni.
Die Stones ist die erste neue Monografie über die Band auf deutsch seit den frühen achtziger Jahren. Das bis heute umfassendste Werk über die Rolling Stones ist eines der wenigen, das all ihre Mitglieder behandelt. Stephen Davis erzählt eine Saga, die so unterhaltend und verrückt ist wie Jagger & Co. selbst. AUTOR: Stephen Davis hat zahlreiche Bücher geschrieben, darunter Biografien von Led Zeppelin (ein New York Times-Bestseller), Aerosmith und Mick Fleetwood. Seine journalistischen Arbeiten werden u. a. im Rolling Stone, der New York Times, dem Boston Globe veröffentlicht. Stephen Davis hat die Stones fast von Anfang an begleitet. Er lebt heute in Neuengland.
W latach 70. XX wieku Led Zeppelin stał się największym zespołem na świecie, reprezentującym przemysł płytowy jako jego najwspanialsi artyści. Ich potężne odrodzenie nie mogło by się jednak wydarzyć bez kontekstu, w jakim funkcjonowali. Latem 1969 roku, podczas trzeciej trasy po Stanach Zjednoczonych, wokół zespołu krążyły oszczerstwa i paskudne plotki, które były przekazywane przez groupies. Wiele z tych historii dotyczyło domniemanego paktu zespołu z diabłem, co miało swoje korzenie w tradycji muzyki ludowej, szczególnie bluesa, od którego zaczynali. Młodzi angielscy muzycy, tacy jak The Rolling Stones czy The Kinks, uważali się za adeptów bluesa, spędzając długie godziny na słuchaniu klasycznych amerykańskich artystów, takich jak Blind Lemon Jefferson czy Muddy Waters. Robert Johnson, król bluesowych śpiewaków, był postacią, która uosabiała ideę bluesa jako diabelskiej muzyki. W Delcie Mississippi krążyła legenda, że początkujący bluesman mógł spotkać samego Szatana, który nastroiłby mu gitarę, co wiązało się z paktowaniem o duszę, zapewniając mu sławę i bogactwo.
Uznávaný autor rockových biografií nabízí první úplnou a necenzurovanou historii největší kapely světa.
