AC/DC are the undisputed kings of hard rock. They have streets named after them in Australia and Spain, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003, and "Back in Black" is the best-selling album of all time by a band. This book tells their story that spans five decades of the best rock 'n' roll.
This is the comprehensive guide that every fans been waiting for!Iron Man has always looked towards the future. From his debut in the pages of Tales of Suspense 39, to the most recent issue of his fifth on-going comic series, his billionaire alter ego Tony Stark has been in a constant state of reinvention. Starks goal? To stay one step ahead of the competition, and to lead by heroic example.When he first appeared on the scene, Tony clad himself in a bulky gray armour with all the style and panache of a fire hydrant. His evolution into a hero was just beginning. His look soon transformed into that of an atomic knight in golden shining armour and then to the robotic equivalent of a hot rod. Flash with substance. The idea of piloting their own Iron Man armour became a daydream for thousands of readers. But Tony Stark was just getting warmed up.Over the years, Iron Man has remained on the cutting edge of technology, adapting to the future almost before its arrival. Tony Stark has been a war profiteer, a playboy, a Super Hero financier, an electronic pioneer, a humanitarian, a business consultant, a computer technician, a super-spy and even the US Secretary of Defense. But always at his core, Tony Stark has been Iron Man, a visual symbol of heroism, change and faith in science to shape a better world.Hes Iron Man. The Golden Avenger. Shellhead. But most importantly, hes Tony Stark, one of the greatest minds of his generation.So get under the armour of Iron Man and find out everything you want to know his story, including:- Starks scientific genius- The tragic death of his parents- His secret life as a crime-fighter- His personal struggles and demons- His involvement with the Avengers hero team- His lovers, allies and his enemies
Gorgeous Garden Boosters has been specially created to help you transform your garden, whatever its size, into a stunning showcase. On every page, you ll find boosters that are guaranteed to enhance your garden tried-and tested tips, time-saving new tools and products, handy hints and expert knowhow that will ensure your plants perform at their peak and help you bring out the true potential of your plot. Clever design ideas, perfect planting solutions and failsafe practical techniques have all been brought together in five chapters filled with inspirational, do-it-now ideas that will prompt you to get out into the garden.
Crank up the heat and cook up a sizzling feast from this sumptuous collection of BBQ recipes. From mouth-watering dishes, like sticky ribs and spicy wings, to hand-held bites, including burgers, fajitas and kebabs, this BBQ bible is packed with fresh and zingy ideas for alfresco eating. With tips on equipment, planning and even buying the right BBQ, this essential guide provides everything you need to make the most of a scorching summer.
Electric Guitar Sound is the first publication to thoroughly dissect issues of guitar sound and construction for the working player. The book includes an in-depth analysis of the many components of tone, an examination of the most important vintage and modern models, and a CD of comparative sound samples. How does an ash body differ from alder? What subtle colorations does a rosewood fingerboard add to a maple neck? Which bridge hardware maximizes body resonance? How do Gibson P-90 pickups differ from Fender Jazzmaster pickups? "Electric Guitar Sound" will tell you, and along the way will help any player translate the myriad variables in wood, hardware and pickup options into the tone and playing feel that is just right for them.
Their achievement provided one answer to the many questions about high-altitude survival which had been asked from the beginning of the century. Their climb was the culmination of a siege-style effort in the expedition led by Sir John Hunt. Indeed, it provided the blueprint for the first ascents of the majority of the remaining 800 metre peaks through the next decade. Today Everest has been climbed by all its formidable ridges and each of its great faces. It has been climbed without supplementary oxygen, it had been soloed and parapented off. But the original ascent remains a classic story of exploring new thresholds and reaching out to achieve the highest point in the world.
When Jose Mourinho realised as a teenager that he was never going to be a great player, he decided he was going to become the best coach in the world. From translator and assistant to Sir Bobby Robson at Barcelona, to Champions League-winning manager at Porto and on to turning Chelsea into one of Europe's most successful clubs, followed by Champions League victory at Inter-Milan, and now manager of Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho's ascent has been rapid. Backed by Abramovich's billions, Mourinho weeded out those not fully committed to his methods, made several astute signings and improved the performances of many Chelsea stars. The result: in his first season in 2005, Chelsea won both the Premier League title and the Carling Cup, followed by another title the following season. Mourinho then left for Inter-Milan where he delivered a treble in his second season in charge, and is now tasked with bringing Real Madrid's 'Galacticos' the silverware they crave. Further Anatomy of a Winner is an intelligent, analytical and now fully updated account of the life and psychology of one of the greatest football managers.
In peacetime cartoonists are a diverse collection of individuals with their own styles and projects, but when the trumpets of war blow it is like unleashing the dogs of war. Hitler, Stalin, Churchill, Roosevelt and Mussolini were a gift for them and, as this collection shows, one they weren't about to turn down. This book shows that humour was one of the key weapons of war, with countries using cartoons to demoralise their opponents and maintain morale. Each country had its own style: the British liked understatement, showing people drinking cups of tea while bombs fell, whilst the Germans chose Churchill serving up a cocktail of blood, sweat and tears to an emaciated and sickly British lion. Showcasing the very best cartoons from Britain, the USA, Germany, Russia plus the work of all of WWII's greatest cartoonists, including Bill Mauldin, Fougasse, Emett, David Low and Graham Laidler (Pont), this book is guaranteed to make you laugh.