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Writers and alcohol have long been associated-for some, the
association becomes unmanageable. Drawing on rare sources, this
collection of brief biographies traces the lives of 13 well known
literary drinkers, examining how their relationship with alcohol
developed and how it affected their work, for better or worse.
Focusing on examples like F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway,
Charles Bukowski and Raymond Carver, the combined biographies
present a study of the classic figure of the over-indulging author.
"Women stars in Hollywood were invariably in one of two
categories," said director Otto Preminger. "One group was made up
of women who were exploited by men, and the other, much smaller
group was composed of women who survived by acting like men."
Beginning with silent film vamp Theda Bara and continuing with
icons like Greta Garbo, Marilyn Monroe and Raquel Welch, this study
of film industry misogyny describes how female stars were
maltreated by a sexist studio system--until women like Katharine
Hepburn and Bette Davis fought for parity. The careers of Doris
Day, Brigitte Bardot, Carole Landis, Francis Farmer, Dorothy
Dandridge, Inger Stevens and many others are examined, along with
more recent actresses like Demi Moore and Sharon Stone. Women who
worked behind the scenes, writing screenplays, producing and
directing without due credit, are also covered.
In chapters entitled 'The Hell of Healthy Food', 'Why you Shouldn't
Diet', 'The Light-hearted Side of Weight', 'Daft Diets', and 'Food
Philosophy', Aubrey Malone has collected a hilarious compendium of
witticisms on the greatness of grub, from thought-provoking
reflections to laugh-out-loud observations. This handy,
pocket-sized book is a must-have for all those guilty epicureans
and gorging gourmets wanting some food for thought.
This book offers a history of films with Biblical, spiritual, and
supernatural themes. This volume follows the evolution of one of
the Hollywood's longest running thematic concerns. From the silent
era to the present, Sacred Profanity: Spirituality at the Movies
examines the rich diversity of films with spiritual themes-films
that reflect our own fascination with the divine and supernatural,
while evoking the specific times in which they were created. From
Birth of a Nation to Angels and Demons, Sacred Profanity discusses
over 180 films with an insightful, movie lover's approach. Coverage
encompasses Biblical stories like King of Kings; films about
spiritual characters, such as The Nun's Story; foreign masterpieces
like The Seventh Seal; movies that incorporate spiritual symbolism,
such as Taxi Driver and Cool Hand Luke; horrifying visions of the
Satanic like The Exorcist, and controversial works like The Last
Temptation of Christ. The book also looks at the history of
Hollywood's attempt to maintain moral order through censorship, as
well as the growing influence of filmmakers' own spiritual beliefs
on the movies we see. Comprises discussions of 184 films with
religious, spiritual, or supernatural themes Includes quotes from
over 100 actors, producers, directors, and critics Presents 22
seminal images from Biblical epics, films featuring priests and
nuns and also films dealing with symbolic sacramental themes Offers
an extensive bibliography of print and online sources for further
reading Provides a comprehensive filmography of all movies
discussed in the book
Punctilious to a fault, Sidney Lumet favored intense rehearsal,
which enabled him to bring in most of his films under budget and
under schedule. An energized director who captured the heart of New
York like no other, Lumet created a vast canon of work that stands
as a testament to his passionate concern for justice and his great
empathy for the hundreds of people with whom he collaborated during
a career that spanned over five decades. This is the first
full-scale biography of Lumet, a man generally regarded as one of
the most affable directors of his time. Using the oral testimonies
of those who worked with him both behind and in front of the
camera, this book explores Lumet's personality and working methods.
This reference helps readers navigate the perilous odyssey those of
an LGBTQ orientation had to face in an age less enlightened than
our own, when an attraction to members of the same gender could
lead to horrendous abuse. Just as American society has changed
dramatically from decade to decade, so has queer cinema. Taking us
from a time when LGBTQ characters were often represented as either
caricatures or figures of farce, this lively yet authoritative
reference explores the sea change ushered in by such stars as Greta
Garbo and Marlene Dietrich in the 1930s and '40s, androgynous
figures such as Montgomery Clift, James Dean, and Marlon Brando in
the '50s, and closeted gay men such as Rock Hudson and Liberace,
whose double lives were exposed by the scourge of AIDS. Included
are alphabetically arranged entries on stars, directors, films,
themes, and other topics related to queer cinema in America,
including films and persons from outside the U.S. who nonetheless
figured prominently in America popular culture. Entries cite works
for further reading, sidebars provide snippets of interesting
trivia, a timeline highlights key events, and a selected, general,
end-of-work bibliography cites the most important major works on
the topic. A timeline highlights key events in LGBTQ cinema
history. An introduction overviews the history of queer cinema in
America. Alphabetically arranged reference entries provide
fundamental and critical information about films, directors,
actors, themes, and other topics related to queer cinema in
America. Fascinating anecdotes bring LGBTQ cinema history to life.
Sidebars provide interesting trivia. Entry bibliographies direct
readers to additional sources of information.
No self-respecting dog owner should be without a copy of this book
of quotations about man's best friend. Compiled by dog lover Aubrey
Malone, The Little Book of Dog Quotes brings together hundreds of
quips and quotes about canines. Actors, writers, politicians - even
Sigmund Freud - all famously share an appreciation for those
faithful friends who have left a lasting impression not just on our
lives, but on our language and laughterlevels too. This collection
of quotes is humorously illustrated by the cartoonist Richard
Jolley. If you and your best friend want a good laugh, this
irresistible little book is just what you need. A dog wags its tail
with its heart. Martin Buxbaum A Canadian psychologist is selling a
video that teaches you how to test your dog's IQ. Here's how it
works. If you spend $12 on the video, your dog is smarter than you
are. Jay Leno What's the difference between a dog and a cat? Dogs
have owners. Cats have staff. Fay Weldon If a film of mine wasn't
going well I always put a dog into it. It worked every time. Walt
Disney
Hilarious travel quotes covering everything from parking tickets to
the ash cloud"" ""The average airplane is 16 years old. And so is
the average airplane meal." --Joan Rivers""" ""I always sit at the
back of a plane. You never hear of a plane backing into a
mountain." --Tommy Cooper" For those who suffer road rage,
agoraphobia, vertigo, and frustration at being kept waiting at
ports, airports, taxi stands, train stations, bus stops, and so on,
here is a chance to both relieve the agony and laugh out loud. This
hilarious compendium of witticisms will be savored by hardened
travelers, from thought-provoking brief sketches to laugh-out-loud
observations on the muted joys of getting from A to B--or NOT
getting there, as the case may be Illustrated with funny cartoons,
this handy pocket-sized book is a must-have for any traveler or
transportation enthusiast.
Aubrey Malone was born in Ballina and lived there until his father,
the well-known solicitor Hugh Dillon-Malone, retired in 1969 and
the family moved to Dublin. Ballina Stories and Poems is a mixture
of fact and fiction in which he reminisces on the people and places
he encountered during his formative years.
Many wise words are spoken in jest but many more stupid ones are
said in earnest, as this book demonstrates. How about this comment
on a football match from Cristiano Ronaldo, for instance: 'The
reason we lost is because we didn't win.' Or Ian Wright's, 'It took
a lot of bottle for Tony Adams to admit he was an alcoholic.' Or
Dave Woods' remark, 'The silence is getting louder.' It makes you
think, doesn't it? There are many others: 'Abstinence is the thin
end of the pledge.' 'A comedian who repeats old gags is a clear
case of the tale dogging the wag.' 'It is kisstomary to cuss the
bride.' 'Cannabalise legalis.' A cavalcade of equally regrettable
utterances form the basis of this melange of spoonerisms and
spectacular ignorance. Aubrey Malone has written a bumber of nooks.
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