Kirk Douglas, the son of an impoverished Jewish ragman from the Old World, was the last survivor of the superhero studs of Hollywood's Golden Age, the last living icon of a fabled, swashbuckling era that America will never see again. This unvarnished and intricately detailed biography of Douglas' life, career, and sexual adventures is the newest contribution from the most prolific celebrity biographers in the world, Darwin Porter and Danforth Prince.
Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's England 2011 features gorgeous color maps, a detachable foldout map of London, and details on all of the country's top cities, villages, gardens, countryside destinations, and more. Frommer's England 2011 details the best overall travel experiences, from pub crawls to antique shopping to theater-going; the best of literary England (Stratford-upon-Avon, Jane Austen country, and more); the best ancient and Roman sites, including Roman baths and "Hadrian's Wall"; the best museums and galleries, from the Tate Modern to the National Museum of Wales; and the best hotels and restaurants in all price categories. You'll also find over 130 pages devoted to the best of London, including the best nearby driving tours and day trips by train. It's all done with the trademark Frommer's attention to style, accuracy, and detail, including updated addresses and exact prices. Read an in-depth guide to England's art and architecture, and get the latest trip-planning advice on everything from bargain airfares to rail passes.
Despite Lucille Ball's impact on the American Experience, thousands of her fans know very little of how she spent the last thirty years of her life. This, Volume Two of a two-part biography, tells everything.
America’s #1 bestselling travel series Written by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer’s Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do. More annually updated guides than any other series 16-page color section and foldout map in all annual guides Outspoken opinions, exact prices, and suggested itineraries Dozens of detailed maps in an easy-to-read, two-color design
Set against the backdrop of the Deep South from 1930 to 1978, the narrative explores the complex interplay of Country Music, fame, and hidden identities. It delves into the challenges of living in the shadows while navigating the glitz of stardom, highlighting the racial and sexual dynamics of the era. With a cast of unforgettable characters, the story balances provocative themes with tenderness, offering a captivating glimpse into the lives affected by the duality of public persona and private reality.
Hugh Hefner, the Playboy of the Western World, was a visionary publisher, an empire-builder, an avatar of pleasure, and a pajama-clad pipe-smoker with a pre-coital grin. Although lauded by millions of avid readers, he was denounced by feminists for exploiting women, and defined as "the father of sex addiction," "a huckster," "a lecherous low-brow feeder of our vices," "a misogynist," and, near the end of his life, "a symbol of priapic senility." This ground-breaking biography, the latest in Blood Moon's award-winning string of outrageously unvarnished myth-busters, is the first published since Hefner's death at the age of 91 in 2017. It is a provocative saga, rich in tantalizing, often shocking detail--not recommended for the rigidly sanctimonious or for the faint of heart.
Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. Frommer's. Your trip begins with us. * Ways to Explore the City of Light from the top of La Tour Eiffel to the infamous catacombs. * Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not. * Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget. * Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.
Anyone can jam in Jamaica with this outstanding new guide! This outstanding new addition to Frommer's shows you how to experience the best of Jamaica, from white beaches to long, cool drinks to reggae bars. The book features: The mst complete coverage available In-depth advice on all the beaches and golf courses, as well as tips on rivier rafting and other activities The complete lowdown on the all-inclusive resorts, plus candid reviews of other accommodations, from hotels to B&Bs
Born to a vagabond bookie working the U.K's racetracks, the author became the notorious sailor in Her Majesty's Royal Navy, and then worked as a street vendor, a paparazzo, a newsman, and a steeplejack before drifting into the London theatre.
You'll never fall into tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go— they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us! City of music, cafes, waltzes, parks, pastries, and baroque architecture, Vienna became a showplace city under the Hapsburgs— and unlike many European capitals, managed to retain its landmarks through two world wars. Frommer's offers detailed, complete coverage of all the highlights. Rely on us for indepth reviews of attractions and museums, the best accommodations for every taste and budget, the lowdown on the dining and cafe scene, a complete shopper's guide, the best of the performing arts, and more— including side trips to nearby Danube River towns and Lake Neusiedl resorts. If you're combining your visit to Vienna with a trip to Prague or Budapest (both are just a short train ride away), check out some of Frommer's other helpful guides for your trip, such as Frommer's Prague & the Best of the Czech Republic and Frommer's Budapest & the Best of Hungary. For a book on more of Austria then "just" Vienna and the Danube Valley, see Frommer's Austria.
