Desperados: The Roots of Country Rock

Book Description

The first full history to describe the development of country rock.

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Good Subject--Not Easy Reading.......2007-06-20

While it is interesting to read about the roots of country rock, this book leaves a bit to be desired in regards to "structure". The chapters are a bit rambling at times. The publisher would have been advised to insert some page breaks in between subjects.

Ehhh..........2006-11-24

Since I own tons of records by this work's focal artists, I figured I'd get this book. Not the best move, for a bunch of reasons. First off, as one writer referred to, it totally lacks organization. The chapters jump all over the place, making it hard to keep things in mind. Second, why should a work that deals with such lyrical and evocative music be written like a college term paper? Excuse me, Mr. Einarson, you're not proving a thesis, don't be afraid to inject some imagery! The BEST books about musical artists from this period (see Bud Scoppa's Byrds biography NOT Johnny Rogan's, and the wonderful "CSN") are better organized, more pictoral, and livelier! Man, if the times were as dry as Einarson's writing, this genre would never have come about!!!!!

And how anyone could knock the Byrds' "Untitled" album is beyond me....

Always enjoy reading's from "down south"... of Bakersfield ! .......2006-07-28

Fast & Sequre Delviery - Can Only recomend it further !

Roots of Country Rock.......2005-08-09

I strongly recomend this boook, especially for fams of the Byrds, Roger McGuinn, Chris Hillman, Gene Clark, Clarence White, Graham Parsons, or the Flying Burrito Brothers.

Not the best.......2005-03-23

I guess I'm the lone detractor, but this book simply is not as good as it should have been, certainly not for anyone not already closely acquainted with the topic. Major problems: although Einarson sensibly avoids cramming every sentence with dates, he goes to the other extreme and includes so few that it's difficult to keep track of persons, events and band membership. Also, the book lack a chronology/time line; anyone not knowledgeable with the musicians involved will have a tough time remembering how and when a Byrd became a Burrito. Finally, the book has no index, which is just inexcusable. And some less serious problems: although most folks wouldn't call CSN/CSN&Y country rock, all members (except perhaps Graham Nash) certainly played country-influenced rock at some time. But you'd never know that from Desperados; aside from a couple of passing references, there is no discussion of them (while many pages are devoted to Ian and Sylvia/Great Speckled Bird, hailed as significant purveyors of country rock, although their efforts in that arena had virtually no influence in the U.S.) Finally, a good proofreader would have found minor typos such as the insertion of commas in the title of Steve Young's Rock Salt & Nails.
There are lots of interesting facts and comments in the book, but the lack of organization makes this a frustrating read.

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Roadside Thrills!

Gotta Love that "Pink" Motel with the Fairy

Roadside Attractions: Cool Cafés, Souvenir Stands, Route 66 Relics, & Other Road Trip Fun
Brian Butko , and Sarah Butko
Manufacturer: Stackpole Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Roadside Giants

ASIN: 0811702294

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Roadside Thrills!.......2007-09-09

This book is a dense and stunning compilation of all things "roadside" (interesting buildings, restaurants, fiberglass giants, old amusement parks, eccentric constructions, etc.). The research is thorough and up-to-date, the photos fantastic, and the subject matter comprehensive. It's a must-have for anyone looking to add interesting sights to their travels and for folks interested in Americana.

Gotta Love that "Pink" Motel with the Fairy.......2007-08-18

There is so much going on in this book; it is busy and fun, and informative, and a hoot! It is real trip down Memory Lane. Cover is lively and enticing, print quality is nice, as is page size. It is clear the authors enjoy their work. Colors are crispy cool! I plan to buy several for Christmas gifts. If you took road trips when you were young, you're going to really enjoy being reminded of the quirky places along the way. If you never experienced road trips in the middle of last century, then read it anyway and find out what you missed, and what your parents and grandparents are talking about when they say they "took a trip". I'm the cute little girl in the convertible on page 69.
Roadside Attractions: Cool Cafés, Souvenir Stands, Route 66 Relics, & Other Road Trip Fun

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A real showpiece!
A real showpiece!
More than souvenirs ý

Route 66 Souvenirs
Alan Rose
Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Miami Beach Deco

ASIN: 0312187556

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A real showpiece!.......2000-02-21

What a great book! The title "Route 66 Souvenirs" says it all. Everytime I hit Route 66, I end up buying a ton of souvenirs. I actually constructed the models in the book, and placed a bunch of them in a curio cabinet, along with several real-life souvenirs that I had bought along Route 66. Doing this was incredibly great "therapy" til I can get back on the old Mother Road again!

A real showpiece!.......2000-02-21

More than souvenirs ý.......2000-01-27

Alan Rose's new book is art in itself. Somehow, the author has enhanced the innovative precision of his past paper-building books with a humorous perspective and the sense that -- like Buzz and Todd -- one's along on a colorful Route 66 adventure with an old pal. Got two copies: one for the buildings and one for the book.

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Route 66 Souvenirs
Alan Rose
Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OTNU1S

Book Description

For decades educators and cultural critics have deplored the corrosive effects of electronic media on the national consciousness. The average American reads less often, writes less well. And, numbed by the frenetic image-bombardment of music videos, commercials and sound bites, we may also, it is argued, think less profoundly. But wait. Is it just possible that some good might arise from the ashes of the printed word? Most emphatically yes, argues Mitchell Stephens, who asserts that the moving image is likely to make our thoughts not more feeble but more robust. Through a fascinating overview of previous communications revolutions, Stephens demonstrates that the charges that have been leveled against television have been faced by most new media, including writing and print. Centuries elapsed before most of these new forms of communication would be used to produce works of art and intellect of sufficient stature to overcome this inevitable mistrust and nostalgia. Using examples taken from the history of photography and film, as well as MTV, experimental films, and Pepsi commercials, the author considers the kinds of work that might unleash, in time, the full power of moving images. And he argues that these works--an emerging computer-edited and -distributed "new video"--have the potential to inspire transformations in thought on a level with those inspired by the products of writing and print. Stephens sees in video's complexities, simultaneities, and juxtapositions, new ways of understanding and perhaps even surmounting the tumult and confusions of contemporary life. Sure to spark lively--even heated--debate, The Rise of the Image, the Fall of the Word belongs in the library of millennium-watchers everywhere.

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Future Thinking.......2003-01-02

Although Stephen's writing style may make it difficult for the scholar to take him seriously (he sounds more like an Info-Age
geek than a academic), he presents some extrordinary ideas that shouldn't be ignored or overlooked. For example, his list of the new elements and principles of design spawned by Info-Age art
forms is revolutionary. A must read for the Info-Age artist,
art critic, social-critic, or art educator!

Insightful look into future of communication.......2001-12-20

I teach a graduate design class, and this book is a great way to let students think about their role in the fast changing world of visual communications. Stephens has a great way of putting things in perspective, and notes that each fundamental change in communication has met with resistance, i.e. we still think of TV as the Boob Tube. When I read it a few years ago, it seemed so new--it's fun to see how his theories are quickly melding into our culture seamlessly. It's been an optional read for my students--now it's time to make it mandatory!

Powerful insight.......2001-05-20

I read Stephen's last summer and I'm now rereading parts of it in preparation for using video in my classroom next Fall. There's no doubt what Stephen says is true. The role of the image can often be even more powerful than the word. For example, Henry Hampton's documentary, Eyes on the Prize, conveys much more emotionally and intellectually than any book on the Civil Rights Movement. Even the most prolific readers out there are moved by powerful motion pictures and documentaries. So far me Stephen's work is only a start in terms of examining what we can be done with visual communication, especially the video.

Interesting, but left wanting more.......2000-10-30

His take that nobody has really fully taken advantage of "the language" of video because it is still in its infancy was very interesting and supported pretty well in the book. However, I felt there has to be more to developing video than the fast cuts of Pellington who he so often refers to. Also, I felt he undervalued the contribution new media will have, choosing to encapsulate aspects of interactivity and other digital technologies under the umbrella term of "video." It seems if video is going to fulfill a new function in terms of its ability to change how we get information and even think, it will do so within the framework of digital media, in which video, still images and words can each co-exist seamlessly and utilize their particular strengths.

His ideas are intriguing and challenging and his clear writing style makes the book a very good read. Even with what I felt were the weaknesses mentioned above, his challenge to video to rise above what it is now is needed and will hopefully encourage even more people to experiment with what video can do.

Ahead of his time.......2000-03-15

With TV viewing increasing, it is no wonder more people depend on television than books or newspapers. Mr. Stephens states that the image has not conquered the word yet, it may not happen at all, but he fears it will. Eloquently written and researched, with an excellent chapter 'thinking "above the stream"' that includes director Mark Pellington (Arlington Road). This book is especially useful for journalism students.

The Rise of the Image, the Fall of the Word.(Review): An article from: American Journalism Review

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The Rise of the Image, the Fall of the Word.(Review): An article from: American Journalism Review
Carl Sessions Stepp
Manufacturer: University of Maryland
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from American Journalism Review, published by University of Maryland on January 1, 1999. The length of the article is 859 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: The Rise of the Image, the Fall of the Word.(Review)
Author: Carl Sessions Stepp
Publication: American Journalism Review (Refereed)
Date: January 1, 1999
Publisher: University of Maryland
Volume: 21 Issue: 1 Page: 67(1)

Article Type: Book Review

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The Rise of the Image the Fall of the Word

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The Rise of the Image the Fall of the Word
Mitchell Stephens
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OKOGQU

Book Description

If you aren’t a proficient PC pro and you want to get answers and get going, this is your practical reference. In a concise, no frills style, it gives you the vital information on:

Setting up and connecting your PC and peripherals, including your keyboard, digital camera, joystick, modem, monitor, printer, scanner, wireless gizmos, and more
Installing hardware and software
Creating, managing, naming, opening, saving, and finding files
Organizing your stuff, with info on folders, Windows Explorer, Compressed (ZIP) folders, and more
Networking, including accessing another computer or a shared folder, connecting to the network, and workgroups
Creating your own CDs, including building and burning a playlist, importing music, and more
The printer, keyboard and the mouse

With step-by-step instructions and lots of screen shots, this book helps you walk the walk. In case you want to talk the talk, there’s a glossary with clear definitions of common PC terms. A detailed index helps you find the how-to you need fast. If you want to know the history of the PC and all of its intricacies, get a big book. If you want to know how to get your PC to do what you need it to do, get this handy little reference and get to work fast.

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Offering fast answers to frequently asked questions in a small-trim, lay-flat format, this is the ideal ready-reference for new PC users
Delivers instantly accessible information on how to set up a PC, get on the Internet, and work with Windows files and applications
This new edition offers updated information on Windows XP Service Pack 2, wireless networking, broadband Internet, Internet connection sharing, digital music and recording, digital photos and scanners, and the latest hardware-CD and recordable DVD drives, USB ports, LCD monitors, optical mice, and more

Customer Reviews:

I keep it by my computer.......2003-03-12

This book is full of great information and to the point. I hate books where I think, "Well I'll never need that information." But this book is stocked full of practical and useful computer topics. Stick this book by your computer like I did. I refer to it from time to time and it really helps me.

Quick and Easy.......2002-07-07

Quick and to the Point! I love this book. No extra verbage, just quick, easy steps to get the job done.

good tips.......2000-12-30

this book offers many practical tips for everything about pcs. the section on setting up a pc is helpfull.

Laptops For Dummies Quick Reference (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

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Laptops For Dummies Quick Reference (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))
Corey Sandler
Manufacturer: For Dummies
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Plastic Comb

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Chances are, you wanted a laptop because it’s compact, portable, and gets the job done. You’ll want this book for the same reasons. Small enough to fit into your laptop case, it gives you what you need to make the most of your laptop—even if it’s your first computer. After an introduction that familiarizes you with the hardware and software plus operational essentials, it includes concise info on:

Connecting stuff together, including info on WiFi and Bluetooth
The essentials of Windows, from the Startup Menu and Control Panel to the Recycle bin
Managing storage and using folders, subfolders, and directories
Working with files
Using the Internet
Keyboard shortcuts, plus shortcuts for Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Trouble shooting, including the seven more likely sources of problems

User-friendly and complete with a glossary that defines tech terms in layman’s language and an index that helps you find the information you need fast, Laptops For Dummies Quick Reference is a practical, portable primer for laptop users.

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In business, laptops are essential to providing mobility to workers. Many business laptops spend much of their time in a desktop docking station and are always available to hit the road. Laptops For Dummies Quick Reference will be a hitchhiker's guide to the electronic galaxy. Readers will learn how to: Select a laptop to take on the road Install or activate WiFi, Bluetooth, wired Ethernet, satellite, and other communication media; Choose the best software for mobile computing; Add software tools to synchronize and update files between a laptop, a PDA, and a desktop or office server; Manage files and accounts; Fix or work-around common hardware and software failures; And properly equip your laptop carrying case with every imaginable tool to deal with repairs, unusual or non-standard power sources, alternate means of communication.

Palm Computing for Dummies Quick Reference

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Perfectly Useless
A Good Basic Beginner's Book
Recommended for all Palm users!

Palm Computing for Dummies Quick Reference
Tom Barich
Manufacturer: For Dummies
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Plastic Comb

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ASIN: 0764505807

Book Description

To get the most from your Palm handheld computer, you need to spend more time using the device than just reading about how to use it. And that's how Palm Computing For Dummies Quick Reference can help -- it provides you with hands-on advice you can use in conjunction with your Palm computer. Easy-to-apply instructions get you up and running right away...

Familiarize yourself with the Palm, including first-time setup, fonts, memory, buttons, and the onscreen keyboard.
Use the Palm's basic features, such as attaching notes to records, beaming, organizing categories and applications, and customizing preferences.
Access the essential features of your Palm's Address Book, Date Book, To Do List, Memo Pad, and Expense applications.
Connect your Palm to a computer and explore Palm desktop software, hardware add-ons, and third-party software.

Customer Reviews:

Perfectly Useless.......2005-09-14

This book deals with older Palm Operating Systems; so old in fact, that my year-old T5 was way beyond it. It has a copyright from about 2000. If this was in a real bookstore, I owuld have been able to see this fact and avoid this out-of-date product.

Perhaps my worse Amazon experiece to date.

A Good Basic Beginner's Book.......2000-04-14

Being a new Palm IIIxe owner, I was pretty excited about getting another user's manual that would help simplify and reveal the full potential of my PDA. This book makes finding the information relatively easy and it has a good reference section that directs you to third party software downloads. If you're looking for a good starter book that simplifies basic tasks without having to search endlessly with the user's manual that comes with the PDA, then this book is for you. Don't expect too much advanced information to be provided. The descriptions are easy to follow and having the spiral binding makes laying the book flat for reading a nice feature. A good book to have when spare time allows you to just sit back with your Palm and learn basic operations.

Recommended for all Palm users!.......1999-06-03

This book has everything I need to use my Palm and maximize its potential. It's easy to find any command or procedure within seconds. It's great for beginners and advanced users alike.

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PCs for Dummies Quick Reference
Dan Gookin
Manufacturer: HUNGRY MINDS (TWLD)
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000K3Y5SA

PCs for Dummies, Seventh Edition & Windows 98 for Dummies Quick Reference

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Excellent for the new computer user

PCs for Dummies, Seventh Edition & Windows 98 for Dummies Quick Reference
Idg Books
Manufacturer: For Dummies
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0764581325

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Excellent for the new computer user.......2000-04-22

These books are written in a very easy to read and understand format; if it uses some unfamiliar computer term, it defines it. It is also written in a nice and simple step by step order to bring your understanding of computers/Windows 98 up gradually not to mention its humorous slant. I build computers for my friends and family and I always send these books along with the new computers becuase I think they are the easiest to understand.

PCs for Dummies, Seventh Edition / Internet for Dummies Quick Reference

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PCs for Dummies, Seventh Edition / Internet for Dummies Quick Reference
Idg Books
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