Mad Men Carousel
Mad Men Carousel

Author: Matt Zoller Seitz

Publisher: Abrams

Published: 2015-11-10

Total Pages: 784

ISBN-13: 161312936X

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Mad Men Carousel is an episode-by-episode guide to all seven seasons of AMC's Mad Men. This book collects TV and movie critic Matt Zoller Seitz’s celebrated Mad Men recaps—as featured on New York magazine's Vulture blog—for the first time, including never-before-published essays on the show’s first three seasons. Seitz’s writing digs deep into the show’s themes, performances, and filmmaking, examining complex and sometimes confounding aspects of the series. The complete series—all seven seasons and ninety-two episodes—is covered. Each episode review also includes brief explanations of locations, events, consumer products, and scientific advancements that are important to the characters, such as P.J. Clarke’s restaurant and the old Penn Station; the inventions of the birth control pill, the Xerox machine, and the Apollo Lunar Module; the release of the Beatles’ Revolver and the Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds; and all the wars, protests, assassinations, and murders that cast a bloody pall over a chaotic decade. Mad Men Carousel is named after an iconic moment from the show’s first-season finale, “The Wheel,â€? wherein Don delivers an unforgettable pitch for a new slide projector that’s centered on the idea of nostalgia: “the pain from an old wound.â€? This book will soothe the most ardent Mad Men fan’s nostalgia for the show. New viewers, who will want to binge-watch their way through one of the most popular TV shows in recent memory, will discover a spoiler-friendly companion to one of the most multilayered and mercurial TV shows of all time. It's the perfect gift for Mad Men fans and obsessives. Also available from Matt Zoller Seitz: The Oliver Stone Experience, The Wes Anderson Collection: Bad Dads, The Wes Anderson Collection: The Grand Budapest Hotel, and The Wes Anderson Collection.

Made Men
Made Men

Author: Glenn Kenny

Publisher: Harlequin

Published: 2020-09-15

Total Pages: 431

ISBN-13: 1488059136

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A revealing look at the making of Martin Scorsese’s iconic mob movie and its enduring legacy, featuring interviews with its legendary cast. When Goodfellas first hit the theatres in 1990, a classic was born. Few could anticipate the unparalleled influence it would have on pop culture, one that would inspire future filmmakers and redefine the gangster picture as we know it today. From the rush of grotesque violence in the opening scene to the iconic hilarity of Joe Pesci’s endlessly quoted “Funny how?” shtick, it’s little wonder the film is widely regarded as a mainstay in contemporary cinema. In the first ever behind-the-scenes story of Goodfellas, film critic Glenn Kenny chronicles the making and afterlife of the film that introduced the real modern gangster. Featuring interviews with the film’s major players, including Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro, Made Men shines a light on the lives and stories wrapped up in the Goodfellas universe, and why its enduring legacy has such a hold on American culture. A Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Sight and Sound Best Film Book of 2020

Made Men
Made Men

Author: Antonio Nicaso

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Published: 2013-07-05

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 1442222271

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The novel The Godfather (1969) and the movie of the same name (1972) entrenched the myth of the Mafiosi as valiant knights, men of honor, and defenders of the traditional concept of family. As a result of this movie and other popular portrayals, the image of mobsters as “men of honor and tradition” has become iconic throughout America. Yet the truth of the matter belies this more noble image. The Mafia is a ruthless organization. Their concept of family is a twisted one. But viewed through the lens of popular culture, it is often difficult to separate the fiction from the reality. Made Men demystifies this image by dismantling the code of honor that Mafiosi live by, including its attendant symbols, rituals, and the lifestyle that it demands. Since the end of World War II, the Mafia in Italy and America has undergone major changes, which are charted by the authors through the present day. Nicaso and Danesi also consider all kinds of related organizations, not only the Italian ones, including the Yakuza, the Triads, and the Russian Mafia. The authors look at organized criminal culture in general, attempting to explain why its symbols, rituals, and practices continue to draw people in, both as literal members, or as consumers of the pop culture that glorifies them. This story traces and decodes the origins, history and success of the mafia in the U.S., bringing a better, and more accurate understanding of this ultimately brutal, violent, and corrupting “family business.” It is a story that has rarely been told in this way, but which is believed, nonetheless, important to tell.

The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook
The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook

Author: Judy Gelman

Publisher: BenBella Books, Inc.

Published: 2011-12-06

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 1936661403

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UNOFFICIAL AND UNAUTHORIZED Dine like Draper and Drink like Sterling with More Than 70 Recipes from the Kitchens, Bars, and Restaurants Seen on Mad Men Ever wish you could mix an Old Fashioned just the way Don Draper likes it? Or prepare Oysters Rockefeller and a martini the way they did fifty years ago at one of Roger Sterling's favorite haunts, The Grand Central Oyster Bar? Ever wonder how Joan Harris manages to prepare a perfect crown roast in her tiny apartment kitchen? Or about the connection between Jackie Kennedy's 1962 White House tour and Betty Draper's Valentine's Day room service order? The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook serves up more than 70 recipes to satisfy a Mad Men appetite! From the tables of Manhattan's most legendary restaurants and bars to the Drapers' Around the World dinner, this book is your entrée to the culinary world of Man Men-era New York. Packed with period detail, The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook provides invaluable historical and cultural context for the food and drink featured in the show, tips on throwing a successful '60s cocktail party, and even a guide to favored Mad Men hangouts. Every recipe inside is authentic to the time. Whether you're planning a Mad Men-themed dinner party, need to mix up some authentic Mad Men cocktails, or just can't get enough of the show itself, this is your essential resource, a guide to all foods and drinks Mad Men. So hang up your coat, pour yourself a cocktail, and get ready to dine like Draper and drink like Sterling with The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook. Includes a color photo insert of 16 dishes, plus additional black and white photos and other images of bars, restaurants, and food advertisements from the 1960s. RECIPES INCLUDE: * Playboy Whiskey Sour * Sardi's Steak Tartar * Connie's Waldorf Salad * Sal's Spaghetti and Meatballs * Pat Nixon's Date Nut Bread * Lindy's Cherry Cheesecake

Nero
Nero

Author: Sarah Brianne

Publisher:

Published: 2014-06-25

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9780692291405

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Elle is determined to keep her mouth shut when the mob boss tells Nero to make her talk.

The Lymond Chronicles Complete Box Set
The Lymond Chronicles Complete Box Set

Author: Dorothy Dunnett

Publisher: Vintage

Published: 2019-07-09

Total Pages: 3056

ISBN-13: 0593081196

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Combining all the political intrigue of Game of Thrones with the sweeping romanticism of Outlander, Dorothy Dunnett’s legendary Lymond Chronicles have enthralled readers for decades and amassed legions of devoted fans. Devour the whole saga with the complete series in this convenient ebook box set. In 1547, Francis Crawford of Lymond is disgraced and newly escaped from captivity. Returning to his beloved Scotland, he soon embarks on a fantastic journey that will take him from the decadent French Court to the battlegrounds of crusading knights in Malta, from the hidden palaces of the Ottoman Empire to the frozen vastness of Ivan the Terrible’s Russia—a quest which will require him to risk everything in order to redeem his reputation and protect his homeland.

Made Men
Made Men

Author: Glenn Kenny

Publisher: Hanover Square Press

Published: 2021-09-07

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9781335910226

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"Made Men is obsessive, free-associative and exuberantly geeky. I mean that in a good way; it's everything a hard-core fan might want." --New York Times Book Review In the first ever behind-the-scenes story of Goodfellas, film critic Glenn Kenny chronicles the making and afterlife of the film that introduced America to the real modern gangster. Featuring interviews with the film's major players, including Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro, Made Men shines a light on the lives and stories wrapped up in the Goodfellas universe, and why its enduring legacy is still essential to charting the trajectory of American culture thirty years later. "Glenn Kenny's Made Men is that rare book that's as mesmerizing as the film it profiles." --Library Journal "No one else has seen this magnificent, agonizing, unmooring movie with such piercing clarity." --Slant "Reading it is like watching the movie again while sitting next to the smartest person you know." --WBUR

Mind Games Boxed Set: The Complete Collection of Unpredictable Psychological Thrillers
Mind Games Boxed Set: The Complete Collection of Unpredictable Psychological Thrillers

Author: Meghan O'Flynn

Publisher: Pygmalion Publishing

Published: 2024-01-16

Total Pages: 1020

ISBN-13:

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Psychologist Maggie Connolly didn’t just stumble into trouble—she was born into it. Intense, addictive, and chock full of complex and darkly hilarious characters you’ll never get enough of, Mind Games is a fast-paced psychological thriller series for fans of K. L. Slater, Lucinda Berry, and Freida McFadden. This four-book complete collection is a psychological thrill ride that won’t let you go until you’ve finished the last page. Immerse yourself in the Mind Games world today! This boxed set includes all novels in the Mind Games series: The Dead Don’t Dream, The Dead Don’t Mind, The Dead Don’t Lie, and The Dead Don’t Worry. The Dead Don’t Dream: A psychologist must decide whether her sleepwalking patient is a victim or a brutal serial killer in this unpredictable psychological thriller. The Dead Don’t Mind: A mute child holds the key in this addictive serial killer thriller for fans of Dark Places. The Dead Don’t Lie: A crime-solving psychologist finds herself locked in a battle of wits when a murderer strikes too close to home. An unpredictable suspense thriller for fans of You. The Dead Don’t Worry: How do you catch a serial killer who knows you better than you know yourself? An addictive crime thriller for fans of Sharp Objects. “Heart-pounding, chilling, and haunting, packed with the electrifying plot twists O’Flynn is known for. This series is like a thunderstorm—brilliant as lightning and deep as thunder, all well-woven webs of mystery that’ll sweep you up in their whirlwind. With each book, O’Flynn masterfully guides you to the other side in a way you’ll never forget, and keeps you coming back for more.” ~Bestselling Author Emerald O’Brien

Dominic
Dominic

Author: Sarah Brianne

Publisher: Younginkpress

Published: 2020-09-20

Total Pages: 562

ISBN-13: 9781946067173

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Dominic was raised as the devil's right-hand man, the rightful heir to the Luciano throne.Maria was raised as a princess, excluded from holding any power in the Caruso family.The sins of his father is his debt to pay.The only sin she wants him to pay for is one his family did not commit.In love with a dead man, can he get her to love his killer?Hell will freeze over before she'll ever love again. I just want to be the f*cking king.I'm just a f*cking princess.