Michael Shnayerson Book order (chronological)

The story of the notorious Jewish gangster who ascended from impoverished beginnings to the glittering Las Vegas strip

Examines the life and career of the New York attorney general and governor.

The contemporary art market is an international juggernaut, throwing off multimillion-dollar deals as wealthy buyers move from fair to fair, auction to auction, party to glittering party. But none of it would happen without the dealers-the tastemakers who back emerging artists and steer them to success, often to see them picked off by a rival.0Dealers operate within a private world of handshake agreements, negotiating for the highest commissions. Michael Shnayerson, a longtime contributing editor to Vanity Fair, writes the first ever definitive history of their activities. He has spoken to all of today's so-called mega dealers-Larry Gagosian, David Zwirner, Arne and Marc Glimcher, and Iwan Wirth-along with dozens of other dealers-from Irving Blum to Gavin Brown-who worked with the greatest artists of their times: Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Cy Twombly, and more. This kaleidoscopic history begins in the mid-1940s in genteel poverty with a scattering of galleries in midtown Manhattan, takes us through the ramshackle 1950s studios of Coenties Slip, the hipster locations in SoHo and Chelsea, London's Bond Street, and across the terraces of Art Basel until today. Now, dealers and auctioneers are seeking the first billion-dollar painting. It hasn't happened yet, but they are confident they can push the price there soon

The contemporary art market is an international juggernaut, throwing off multimillion-dollar deals as wealthy buyers move from fair to fair, auction to auction, party to glittering party. But none of it would happen without the dealers-the tastemakers who back emerging artists and steer them to success, often to see them picked off by a rival. Dealers operate within a private world of handshake agreements, negotiating for the highest commissions. Michael Shnayerson, a longtime contributing editor to Vanity Fair, writes the first ever definitive history of their activities. He has spoken to all of today's so-called mega dealers-Larry Gagosian, David Zwirner, Arne and Marc Glimcher, and Iwan Wirth-along with dozens of other dealers-from Irving Blum to Gavin Brown-who worked with the greatest artists of their times: Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Cy Twombly, and more. This kaleidoscopic history begins in the mid-1940s in genteel poverty with a scattering of galleries in midtown Manhattan, takes us through the ramshackle 1950s studios of Coenties Slip, the hipster locations in SoHo and Chelsea, London's Bond Street, and across the terraces of Art Basel until today. Now, dealers and auctioneers are seeking the first billion-dollar painting. It hasn't happened yet, but they are confident they can push the price there soon. -- inside jacket

Harry Belafonte is not only a legendary entertainer but also a figure who has lived a remarkable American life. In this memoir, he shares the full spectrum of his experiences, from struggles and tragedies to inspiring triumphs. Growing up in poverty in Harlem and Jamaica, Belafonte faced a complex family dynamic with a caring yet withdrawn mother and a distant, abusive father. These challenges instilled in him a resilience and drive to channel his anger into positive actions. His journey took him to the U.S. Navy during World War II, where he confronted racism and found love. After the war, he returned to Harlem, drifting through odd jobs until discovering theater, which opened a new artistic and political world for him. Though he began as an actor, his talent in music propelled him to global fame. However, Belafonte was never just an entertainer; he became a passionate activist, breaking racial barriers and engaging deeply in the civil rights movement. His close friendship with Martin Luther King, Jr., and his involvement in significant political causes are poignantly detailed. This memoir also reflects on his relationships with influential figures across entertainment and politics, revealing a candid and critical view of America's cultural history. Belafonte's electrifying narrative inspires and entertains, showcasing his profound impact as both an artist and activist.

Gefahren für die Gesundheit, die in Slums afrikanischer oder indischer Städte lauern, sind bekannt. Dass aber Gefahr in Krankenhauszimmern droht, darüber wird nur wenig berichtet. Die Pharmaindustrie hält sich bedeckt, da sie in ihren Maßnahmen gegen diese neue Bedrohung nur geringe Erfolge vorweisen kann. Immer häufiger werden mehrfachresistente Bakterien entdeckt, die als die berüchtigten "Krankenhauskeime" hartnäckig jeder Bekämpfung trotzen und bei seuchenartigen Ausbrüchen vor allem in Intensivstationen, aber auch in angeblich sterilen Abteilungen von Krankenhäusern, immer mehr Todesopfer fordern: vor allem unter immungeschwächten Patienten, frisch Operierten, alten Menschen, Säuglingen und Kleinkindern. Letztlich verantwortlich für diese bedrohliche Entwicklung ist der Mensch selbst: durch den hemmungslosen und missbräuchlichen Einsatz von Antibiotika. Die Schuldigen werden benannt: fordernde Patienten, Ärzte, die Medikamente voreilig verschreiben, eine Agrar- und Futtermittelindustrie, die diese als Wachstumstförderer in der Tiermast einsetzt, und schließlich eine Pharmaindustrie, die durch intensive Lobbyarbeit ein Verbot des Missbrauchs mit allen Mitteln zu verhindern trachtet. Anschaulich und beklemmend schreiben die Autoren über den Vormarsch der todbringenden Keime, denen die Menschheit (noch) schutzlos ausgeliefert ist.