Set on a picturesque mountainside farm, the story follows a cheerful billy goat kid named Billy, who enjoys life alongside his mother and the grumpy farmer, CrankyPants McGrew. The narrative explores their interactions and the adventures that unfold in their vibrant rural setting.
Chris Wright Poradie kníh
Tento autor sa hlboko ponára do americkej histórie a filozofie. Jeho diela sú určené pre tých, ktorí sa zaujímajú o spoločenské vedy a humanitné odbory, a ponúkajú bystrý pohľad na komplexné témy. Prostredníctvom svojho písania autor skúma priesečníky myšlienok a udalostí, ktoré formovali svet. Jeho prístup je akademický a zároveň prístupný, čo čitateľom umožňuje pochopiť zložité koncepty.






- 2024
- 2023
Popular Radicalism and the Unemployed in Chicago during the Great Depression
- 274 stránok
- 10 hodin čítania
The book features a comprehensive table of contents that outlines its structure and key topics. It serves as a guide to navigating the various chapters and themes, providing readers with an organized overview of the content. This structured approach enhances the reading experience by making it easier to locate specific information and understand the flow of ideas presented throughout the work.
- 2023
The Daemon's Wish
- 344 stránok
- 13 hodin čítania
Set in the year 2410, humanity thrives in a golden age characterized by advanced technology and societal progress. However, beneath this utopian surface lies a brewing conflict that challenges the very fabric of this harmonious existence. As tensions rise, the story delves into the lives of individuals grappling with their roles in a rapidly evolving world, exploring themes of identity, morality, and the consequences of progress. The narrative weaves together personal and societal struggles, painting a vivid picture of a future both bright and precarious.
- 2022
Rise of the Radio Gods
- 104 stránok
- 4 hodiny čítania
Two high school buddies in the 1980's prank their way into a dream job hosting a radio morning show. Will they figure out they've been pranked in time to save the radio station and themselves? The year was 1988 and every man in America dreamed of being Burt Reynolds. Or they were at least jealous of him for marrying Loni Anderson. Meanwhile, in the Atlanta suburbs, two teenage pranksters stumble into the dream job they never even knew they dreamed of... morning show hosts on a rock radio station. Richard finally has a shot at the successful life nobody believed he was capable of, but only if Brad gives up his college scholarship and a future partnership in his Dad's law firm. The odds are stacked against them with a program director who only hired them so they could unwittingly destroy the radio station. Keeping the show alive for two weeks will take a miracle. And a little help from Atlanta's most popular baseball player, NASCAR's greatest living legend and an unsuspecting teenage pop starlet. Rise of the Radio Gods is the hilarious prequel to the novel Blowing Up the Airwaves from real life radio veteran Chris Wright.
- 2019
The Hidden Room Adventure: The Eighth Two Jays Story
- 244 stránok
- 9 hodin čítania
It's the October mid-term holiday, and cousins James and Jessica, known as the Two Jays, get an excited phone call from their friend Maddie. The builder has found the original plans for her house, and Maddie discovers it was built in 1857 on land once belonging to Rootsdyer Farm. Some later words added to the plans set the three on a hunt for an underground room somewhere in the garden. What is hidden behind the brick wall that sounds hollow? Who was Charlotte? According to a handwritten note on the plans, Charlotte once rested in the garden. Where? And did the Maggart Gang led by Josiah Devauden have a hideout on the farm in the early 1800s? Maddie needs to find out more for her school project, but the three soon discover that being trapped under the ground is no fun. Another exciting story in the Two Jays adventure series. They can be read in any order, although each one goes forward slightly in time.
- 2016
No More Worlds to Conquer
Sixteen People Who Defined Their Time - And What They Did Next
- 432 stránok
- 16 hodin čítania
Exploring the impact of defining moments, this book delves into the lives of individuals who have experienced extraordinary events, such as walking on the moon, achieving a perfect Olympic score, or surviving a plane crash. It examines how these pivotal experiences shape their identities and influence their paths forward, highlighting the challenges and transformations that come with such monumental achievements.
- 2014
The autobiography reveals the journey of Chris Wright, a key figure in the British Rock invasion of America, who played a pivotal role in signing iconic bands like Jethro Tull and Ten Years Later. It offers an inside look at the music industry during a transformative era, filled with personal anecdotes and insights into the challenges and triumphs of promoting rock music across the Atlantic. Wright's experiences provide a unique perspective on the cultural impact of these bands and the evolution of the music scene.
- 2014
Exploring history and culture through an anarchist lens, this work offers a Marxian critique of capitalism and U.S. history while examining popular culture, gender dynamics, and human psychology. It challenges traditional notions of "genius" and "greatness," aiming to dismantle the pretensions of elite authority. Inspired by the 17th-century Levellers, the book advocates for a more democratic and accessible understanding of societal structures, promoting the idea that knowledge and reason should be available to all.
- 2012
Blacklung
- 128 stránok
- 5 hodin čítania
The story follows an unexpected alliance between a schoolteacher and a gangster who find themselves in a perilous situation after being kidnapped by pirates. This graphic novel showcases the unique dynamics of their partnership as they navigate challenges together, blending humor and adventure in a captivating narrative. The artwork, created by a talented emerging artist, adds a vibrant visual element to the thrilling escapades of the unlikely duo.
- 2010
The Spanish Cheese 'Sanwish' Without Bread
- 460 stránok
- 17 hodin čítania
The author's life is filled with humorous misadventures, from encounters with jewel thieves to peculiar requests from friends, like scattering ashes in beer cans. He navigates quirky situations in Spain, such as learning prison etiquette and negotiating with customs officials. The narrative includes amusing escapades, like dealing with a barber's unconventional haircut and explaining theft to the police. His experiences range from running a radio station to presenting a cookery show, all while providing a lighthearted and entertaining view of his escapades.