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Henry V, Holy Warrior - Timothy M. Thibodeau - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Henry V, Holy Warrior - Timothy M. Thibodeau - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

King Henry V saw his reign and military efforts in France as a holy crusade to reclaim the French throne for his ancestors. Almost everything he did was governed by a well-thought-out philosophy that united political power, religious devotion and military success. This book includes the most up-to-date research on Henry V''s reign, with a focus on historiography. His role in English history, as well as his actions as a ruler and military commander, are discussed throughout the text. This approach demonstrates how historians interact with a complicated academic literature that oscillates between hero worship and vilification of Henry. In the end, Henry V is measured by the standards of his day and was unquestionably a successful warrior king.

DKK 429.00
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Katherine V. Forrest - Phyllis M. Betz - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Katherine V. Forrest - Phyllis M. Betz - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Best known for her Kate Delafield detective series, Katherine V. Forrest is recognized as one of the preeminent figures in lesbian popular literature. Yet her work has received little scholarly attention. This critical study explores Forrest''s entire body of work, including her fiction and (perhaps more importantly) her writing about writing, popular genres and her readers. Her science fiction and romance novels are analyzed, with a focus on the reasons behind their enduring appeal. Her most famous romance, Curious Wine , originally published in 1984, remains in print--a longevity far exceeding the typical romance novel.

DKK 523.00
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Andrew V. McLaglen - Stephen B. Armstrong - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Andrew V. McLaglen - Stephen B. Armstrong - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Here is a comprehensive survey of the film and television career of London-born director Andrew V. McLaglen. An opening biography considers the events and circumstances that contributed to his development as a filmmaker, including his relationships with his actor father Victor McLaglen, fellow director John Ford, and motion picture icon John Wayne, who collaborated with Andrew McLaglen on such films as McLintock! (1963), Hellfighters (1968), The Undefeated (1969) and Chisum (1970). An extensive annotated filmography covers every theatrical feature film McLaglen directed, as well as his television productions and the films he worked on prior to becoming a director. Appendices provide information on the numerous documentaries in which McLaglen has appeared, and a list of stage plays he has directed since his retirement from motion pictures in 1989.

DKK 429.00
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George V. Higgins - Erwin H. Ford Ii - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

George V. Higgins - Erwin H. Ford Ii - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Best known for his popular crime fiction, Boston novelist George V. Higgins (1939-1999) should stand among the top ranks of the American literary canon. In his 26 novels and dozens of short stories, Higgins chronicled the lives of Boston''s Irish with his trademark hard-boiled dialog, exploring the criminal underworld, American democracy, Boston politics, personal redemption and New England life in the tradition of Hawthorne and Thoreau. This intimate biography explores his turbulent life and career, including his working-class Irish Catholic roots, his two stormy marriages, his ambivalence toward the city of his birth, his passion for the limelight, and his drinking, which disrupted his family life and led to his early death at age 59. Discussions of Higgins''s individual works and excerpts from his correspondence, writings, and thoughts on literature complete this revealing portrait.

DKK 429.00
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The Death Penalty in the United States - Louis J. Palmer Jr. - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The Death Penalty in the United States - Louis J. Palmer Jr. - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The death penalty landscape has changed considerably since the 1998 first edition of this book. For example, six states that had the death penalty--Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New Mexico and New York--no longer impose the punishment. Some of the changes set out in this second edition involve discussions of all of the significant cases decided by the United States Supreme Court after 1998, including Roper v. Simmons , 543 U.S. 551 (2005); Atkins v. Virginia , 536 U.S. 304 (2002); Schriro v. Smith , 126 S.Ct. 7 (2005); Harbison v. Bell , 129 S.Ct. 1481 (2009); Holmes v. South Carolina , 126 S.Ct. 1727 (2006); Kansas v. Marsh , 126 S.Ct. 2516 (2006); Ring v. Arizona , 536 U.S. 584 (2002); Sattazahn v. Pennsylvania , 537 U.S. 101 (2003). This new edition includes 13 new chapters. They cover such topics as capital felon''s defense team; habeas corpus, coram nobis and section 1983 proceedings; the Innocence protection act and post-conviction DNA testing; challenging the death sentence under racial justice acts; inhabited American territories; and the costs of capital punishment.

DKK 588.00
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Fascist Lizards from Outer Space - Dan Copp - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Fascist Lizards from Outer Space - Dan Copp - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

When Kenneth Johnson''s science fiction miniseries V premiered in 1983, it netted more than 40 percent of the television viewing audience and went on to spawn a sequel, a weekly series, novelizations, comic books and a remake. Yet the 2009 V reboot was cancelled in its second season, despite a robust premiere. Both versions were products of their respective times, but the original was inspired by classic works by the likes of Sinclair Lewis and Leo Tolstoy. Johnson''s predilection for literature and history helped give his telling of V a sense of heart and depth that the contemporary version sorely lacked. Featuring exclusive interviews with cast and crew, this book examines V ''s cultural impact and considers the future of the franchise.

DKK 236.00
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Video Game Audio - Christopher Hopkins - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Video Game Audio - Christopher Hopkins - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

From the one-bit beeps of Pong to the 3D audio of PlayStation 5, this book examines historical trends in video game sound and music. A range of game systems sold in North America, Europe and Japan are evaluated by their audio capabilities and industry competition. Technical fine points are explored, including synthesized v. sampled sound, pre-recorded v. dynamic audio, backward compatibility, discrete and multifunctional soundchips, storage media, audio programming documentation, and analog v. digital outputs. A timeline chronicles significant developments in video game sound for PC, NES, Dreamcast, Xbox, Wii, Game Boy, PSP, iOS and Android devices and many others.

DKK 523.00
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The Up Stairs Lounge Arson - Clayton Delery Edwards - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The Up Stairs Lounge Arson - Clayton Delery Edwards - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

On June 24, 1973, a fire in a New Orleans gay bar killed 32 people. This still stands as the deadliest fire in the city''s history. Though arson was suspected, and though the police identified a likely culprit, no arrest was ever made. Additionally, government and religious leaders who normally would have provided moral leadership at a time of crisis were either silent or were openly disdainful of the dead, most of whom were gay men. Based upon review of hundreds of primary and secondary sources, including contemporary news accounts, interviews with former patrons of the lounge, and the extensive documentary trail left behind by the criminal investigations, The Up Stairs Lounge Arson tells the story of who used to go to this bar, what happened on the day of the fire, what course the investigations took, why an arrest was never made, and what the lasting effects of the fire have been.

DKK 236.00
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The Hopefuls - Paul V. Allen - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The Hopefuls - Paul V. Allen - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Songwriters, performers and producers Erik Appelwick, Eric Fawcett, John Hermanson and Darren Jackson were important players in an early 2000s musical collective. This collective included genres such as folk, power pop, R & B, electro-funk and indie rock. Well-known bands Storyhill, Spymob, Alva Star, Kid Dakota, Vicious Vicious, Tapes ''n Tapes, Olympic Hopefuls and others were part of this movement. These four men worked for their rock ''n'' roll dreams, producing well-crafted albums and exciting live performances along the way. Their shared biography draws from dozens of new interviews and hundreds of articles to document their intersecting musical journeys--from playing air guitar to KISS records to rocking gyms in high school cover bands to touring the world with some of pop music''s biggest names. Equal parts celebration and cautionary tale, this book discusses both the rewards and difficulties of life as an independent musician.

DKK 446.00
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Grand Mal - Robert V. Dodge - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Grand Mal - Robert V. Dodge - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

After developing epilepsy as an adult, Robert Dodge experienced increasingly dangerous seizures and was seen by specialists on five continents. His firsthand account of adapting to life with epilepsy begins with an overview of this often misunderstood neurological disorder--still attributed to demonic possession in some parts of the world--and recounts his struggle as his seizures became life-threatening. Dodge describes his treatments and their side effects, including four ineffective surgeries that removed an eighth of his brain, and the personal challenges of social stigma.

DKK 334.00
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Approaching Twin Peaks - - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Approaching Twin Peaks - - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Though it lasted just two seasons, Twin Peaks (1990-1991) raised the bar for television and is now considered one of the great dramas in TV history. Its complex plots and sensational visuals both inspired and alienated audiences. After 25 years, the cult classic is being revived. This collection of new essays explores its filmic influences, its genre-bending innovations and its use of horror and science fiction conventions, from the original series through the earlier film prequel Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me and subsequent video releases.

DKK 334.00
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The New York Yankees in Popular Culture - - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The New York Yankees in Popular Culture - - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

How did Reggie Jackson go from superstar to icon? Why did Joe DiMaggio''s nickname change from "Deadpan Joe" to "Joltin'' Joe"? How did Seinfeld affect public perception of George Steinbrenner? The New York Yankees'' dominance on the baseball diamond has been lauded, analyzed and chronicled. Yet the team''s broader impact on popular culture has been largely overlooked--until now. From Ruth''s called shot to the Reggie! candy bar, this collection of new essays offers untold histories, new interpretations and fresh analyses of baseball''s most successful franchise. Contributors explore the Yankee mystique in film, television, theater, music and advertising.

DKK 429.00
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American Military Helicopters and Vertical/Short Landing and Takeoff Aircraft Since 1941 - E.r. Johnson - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

American Military Helicopters and Vertical/Short Landing and Takeoff Aircraft Since 1941 - E.r. Johnson - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Over the past eight decades, developments in vertical lift aircraft--both helicopters and vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) planes--have given the American military unparalleled capabilities on the modern battlefield. The U.S. has led the world in vertical lift technologies with the help of some of the brightest minds in this field--Igor I. Sikorsky, Arthur M. Young, Frank N. Piasecki, Charles H. Kaman and Stanley Hiller, Jr., to name a few--and by having the industrial prowess to make their concepts reality. This book provides a concise historical survey, including technical specifications, drawings, and photographs of every type of helicopter and V/STOL aircraft developed for the U.S. military, from the earliest examples tested in 1941 and 1942, up to the newest prototypes.

DKK 514.00
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The Many Lives of Ajax - Timothy V. Dugan - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The Many Lives of Ajax - Timothy V. Dugan - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Ajax, the archetypal Greek warrior, has over the years been trivialized as a peripheral character in the classics through Hollywood representations, and by the use of his name on household cleaning products. Examining a broad range of sources--from film, art and literature to advertising and sports--this study of the "Bulwark of the Achaeans" and his mythological image redefines his presence in Western culture, revealing him as the predominant voice in The Iliad and in myriad works across the classical canon.

DKK 523.00
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Grimm's Trailer Full of Secrets - Rhonda V. Wilcox - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Grimm's Trailer Full of Secrets - Rhonda V. Wilcox - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

NBC''s Grimm is an understudied series full of compelling characters, including Monroe, the charmingly knowledgeable vegetarian who looks like a werewolf; Wu, the funny cop who beats his way to the truth; Adalind, the enjoyably vengeful, risk-taking witch; Trubel, the furious young loner accused of insanity; Kelly, a powerful older warrior-woman; Nick, a compassionate detective; Hank, Juliette, Rosalee and others. This book, which includes a chapter on each key figure, explores the fascinating world of characterization in television. The storyline, as well as the dialogue, acting, costumes, scenery, lighting and music, contribute to in-depth depictions that evolve over time. Grimm ''s figures confound our perceptions of race, age and gender. They demonstrate the ability of TV characters to build unforgettable, meaningful connections.

DKK 429.00
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The Multicultural Dictionary of Proverbs - Harold V. Cordry - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The Multicultural Dictionary of Proverbs - Harold V. Cordry - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

All cultures have proverbs that capsulize subjects simply and effectively. Many of these are cross-cultural. For example, according to a Danish proverb, "The greater the fear, the nearer the danger," while a Latin proverb says, "The less there is of fear, the less there is danger." This work includes over 20,000 proverbs from more than 120 languages, nationalities and ethnic groups. The proverbs are arranged under 1,300 headings (e.g., accidents, divided loyalty, marriage, prosperity, shame), and each includes the nationality, group or language in which it originated. Comprehensive keyword and subject indexes allow access to the material in multiple ways.

DKK 523.00
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General Abner M. Perrin, C.S.A. - Ron V. Killian - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

General Abner M. Perrin, C.S.A. - Ron V. Killian - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

More than 1,000 men held the rank of brigadier general during the Civil War, but a surprising number remain unknown to all but the most ardent scholar. These lesser-known brigadiers, like General Abner M. Perrin (1830-1864), played much more than a casual role in the momentous conflict. Perrin, of the South Carolina 14th Regiment, took part in all of the major battles of the Army of Northern Virginia. At Gettysburg, he assumed command of a brigade whose general was wounded and defeated all opponents to lead the first troops to enter the town. He received a promotion to brigadier general for his actions and commanded his own brigade at Mine Run, the Wilderness, and Spotsylvania, where he was mortally wounded. This welcome biography chronicles Perrin''s life and military career, removing this deserving Civil War personality from the shadows of history.

DKK 334.00
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Where Have All the Horses Gone? - Jonathan V. Levin - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Where Have All the Horses Gone? - Jonathan V. Levin - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

A century ago, horses were ubiquitous in America. They plowed the fields, transported people and goods within and between cities and herded livestock. About a million of them were shipped overseas to serve in World War I. Equine related industries employed vast numbers of stable workers, farriers, wainwrights, harness makers and teamsters. Cities were ringed with fodder-producing farmland, and five-story stables occupied prime real estate in Manhattan. Then, in just a few decades, the horses vanished in a wave of emerging technologies. Those technologies fostered unprecedented economic growth, and with it a culture of recreation and leisure that opened a new place for the horse as an athletic teammate and social companion.

DKK 329.00
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Film Alchemy - Christopher Wayne Curry - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Film Alchemy - Christopher Wayne Curry - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

American filmmaker Ted V. Mikels holds a unique position as one of the most unconventional directors of exploitation cinema. Famous for his eccentric home life (he once lived with a harem in a castle with secret passage-ways) and promotional gimmicks (he was known for having nurses and ambulances on hand to assist "scared-to-death" movie-goers), Mikels is considered a pioneering master of low-budget movie making. This unique work examines each of Mikels'' 19 major film or video productions, beginning with his first feature Strike Me Deadly (1959). Each entry includes a full list of cast and crew credits, along with a plot synopsis and, frequently, behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Also included are a complete filmography, an overview of Ted V. Mikels memorabilia, and a transcript of the author''s personal interview with Mikels.

DKK 329.00
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Automobile Manufacturers of Cleveland and Ohio, 1864-1942 - Elaine V. Wrenick - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Automobile Manufacturers of Cleveland and Ohio, 1864-1942 - Elaine V. Wrenick - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

This comprehensive look at the heyday of automobile manufacturing in Ohio chronicles the region''s early prominence in an industry that was inventing itself. More than 550 Ohio manufacturers are covered, from Abbott to Zent. There are familiar marques, such as Jordan, Baker, Peerless, and White of Cleveland, along with Packard, Stutz, Crosley and Willys. Less well-known and forgotten automotive ventures, such Auto-Bug, Darling and Ben-Hur, are documented, although many never got beyond the concept stage. Attention is given to the various ancillary industries, services and organizations which nurtured, developed with and, in many cases, survived the decline of Cleveland''s automotive industry.

DKK 429.00
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Women and Capital Punishment in the United States - David V. Baker - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Women and Capital Punishment in the United States - David V. Baker - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The history of the execution of women in the United States has largely been ignored and scholars have given scant attention to gender issues in capital punishment. This historical analysis examines the social, political and economic contexts in which the justice system has put women to death, revealing a pattern of patriarchal domination and female subordination. The book includes a discussion of condemned women granted executive clemency and judicial commutations, an inquiry into women falsely convicted in potentially capital cases and a profile of the current female death row population.

DKK 523.00
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The Jewish Revolts Against Rome, A.D. 66-135 - James J. Bloom - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The Jewish Revolts Against Rome, A.D. 66-135 - James J. Bloom - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

During the first and second centuries A.D., the supremacy of the Roman Empire was aggressively challenged by three Jewish rebellions. The facts surrounding the initial uprising of A.D. 66-74 have been filtered through the biased accounts of Judeao Roman historian Flavius Josephus. Primary information regarding the subsequent Diaspora Revolt (A.D. 115-117) and the Bar Kochba Rebellion (A.D. 132-135) is limited to fragmentary anecdotes emphasizing the religious implications of the two insurrections. In contrast, this analytical history focuses objectively on the military aspects of all three Judean uprisings. The events leading up to each rebellion are detailed, while the nine appendices cover such topics as the nature and number of the Jewish rebels and the factual reliability of the controversial Josephus. One appendix hypothesizes an alternative history of the war between Jerusalem and Rome.

DKK 283.00
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"An Arch Rebel Like Myself" - Gene C. Armistead - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

"An Arch Rebel Like Myself" - Gene C. Armistead - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Dan Showalter was Speaker Pro Tem of the California State Assembly at the outbreak of the Civil War and the exemplar of treason in the Far West among the pro-Union press. He gained notoriety as the survivor of California''s last political (and actual, fatal) duel, for his role in the display of a Confederate flag in Sacramento, and for his imprisonment after an armed confrontation with Union troops. Escaping to Texas, he distinguished himself in the Confederate service in naval battles and in pursuit of Comanche raiders. As commander of the 4th Arizona Cavalry, he helped recapture the Rio Grande Valley from the Union and defended Brownsville against a combined Union and Mexican force. Refusing to surrender at war''s end, he fled to Mexico, where he died of a wound sustained in a drunken bar fight at age 35.

DKK 259.00
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Creating the Boston Police - Timothy B. Riordan - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

Creating the Boston Police - Timothy B. Riordan - Bog - McFarland & Co Inc - Plusbog.dk

The Boston Police Department was formed by a man who had twice failed in business, ran a bar in the poorest district of Boston, and was charged with two assaults. When Francis Tukey became City Marshal in 1846, he faced off against some of the most notorious criminals of the time. Under Tukey''s leadership, the police were known for their coordinated "descents" on gamblers, rumrunners and prostitutes. This book aims to recount the story of the formation of the Boston Police Department, featuring many of the department''s earliest cases and crises. Significant tales include the conflict following the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, when Tukey and his officers avoided enforcing the law, even helping enslaved people further escape. Also covered are the department''s dealings with Irish refugees and the Cholera epidemic of 1849.

DKK 334.00
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