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Witches and witchcraft are everywhere in the modern world—from pop culture to book stores, universities to protest marches. But, for many, what is known about witches is still rooted in the past. Being labelled a witch in the earliest days of the North American colonies was to be persecuted, prejudiced and—in many cases—killed. Why? To those making accusations at the time, it was for being evil and in cahoots with the devil. In hindsight,
...Of all the bands that emerged out of New York’s burgeoning music scene in the 1970s, none capture the anything-goes ethos quite as well as Blondie. Led by the stylish, magnetic and effortlessly cool Debbie Harry — and featuring the driving core of guitarist Chris Stein and drummer Clem Burke — Blondie fused cabaret, rock, hip-hop and world music into their sound and managed to make it edgy and popular at the same time. From creative covers
...“Who Shot J.R.?” On November 21, 1980, every longtime viewer—and a host of intrigued newbies—would tune in to find out, a staggering worldwide audience of 350 million people invested in the fate of a ruthless, wealthy oil and cattle baron named J.R. Ewing. Forty-five years after its premiere in 1978, the influence of primetime drama Dallas lives on. In The Story of Dallas, we explore how the series created stars, pioneered the cliffhanger,
...When Aerosmith first entered the spotlight in the early 1970s, they were sometimes called “The Bad Boys from Boston.” But as the years passed and they earned their battle scars—surviving hardships, shifts in musical tastes and all manner of challenges—a new nickname emerged that reflected their enduring appeal: “America’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band.” Through hard work and perseverance, Aerosmith has earned every word of that lofty
...Discover more than 40 delicious recipes that make cooking without animal products incredibly easy while celebrating natural plant-based ingredients. Learn how to make tasty dairy-free breakfasts, enjoy warming tofu soup or sweet potato cakes for lunch and then move on to the main event with larger meals that include vegan laksa, hot dogs, tacos and more!
For 75 years, NASCAR has been providing compelling competition and electrifying spectacle to generations of fans. Over those seven decades the cars have evolved, tracks have come and gone, and the sport has spread far from its original geographic boundaries, but the engine driving NASCAR is as loud and powerful as ever. So, ice off the cooler, fire up the grill and, in the words of three-time NASCAR champion turned broadcaster Darrell Waltrip,
...Has there ever been a lyric that codified the entire attitude of a generation better than, “Here we are now—entertain us”? That line, delivered amidst a cavalcade of free-associative imagery in the chorus of Nirvana’s breakout single “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” managed to vividly invoke the energy of the then-emergent wave of American humanity that was first dubbed Generation X. The result was a massive counterpunch that challenged a
...Experience the riveting, powerful story of the Native American civil rights movement and the resulting struggle for identity told through the high-flying career of west coast rock n' roll pioneers, Redbone. You've heard the hit song "Come and Get Your Love" in the movie Guardians of the Galaxy, but the story of the band behind it is one of cultural, political, and social importance. Brothers Pat and Lolly Vegas were talented Native American rock
...Matchbox cars offered a thrilling promise: a toy that allowed a child to take the hottest automobiles on the planet out for a spin, anytime and anywhere they wanted. From humble beginnings in a former U.K. pub to the height of the toy-car battle with Hot Wheels, this is the story of Matchbox: including background on what made these miniature masterpieces so special and unique, industry history, and photos of some of the rarest, coolest and most
...This new collector's edition from BBC History Magazine explores the history of the Holy Land from ancient times until the modern era. Discover how three global faiths have battled for control of Jerusalem over several centuries and find out about the brief, but hugely significant, period of British rule in Palestine.
Inside you will find:
An informative timeline of the Holy Land's history The latest archaeological discoveries relating
...Bruce Willis superimposed wit and charm on an average build (and a balding pate) to become a box-office sensation. Playing David Addison Jr., a devilish detective-agency rogue opposite Cybill Shepherd’s Maddie Hayes in TV’s Moonlighting may have been his breakthrough, but becoming everyman action hero John McClane in 1988’s Die Hard made him a star. Then came more movies, an investment in a chain of restaurants, a side hustle as a singer
...Explore a fascinating ancient land of conflict and change in this BBC History Magazine collector’s edition: Roman Britain.
Inside you will discover: ◆ A timeline of key milestones in Rome’s British adventure ◆ The exploits of the ancient Britons who battled the Roman invaders – and sometimes collaborated with them ◆ An in-depth look at everyday life for the inhabitants of the Roman province of Britannia ◆ Insights into Rome’s
...It should not have worked. In January of 1998, the fledgling WB network pulled back the curtain on a new teen drama created by a horror writer and starring four mostly unknown young actors. Despite its challenges, Dawson’s Creek became a proper cultural phenomenon. During its six season run, it spent a lot of that time as a high school version of a “water cooler show,” the type of program that demanded to be seen and talked about the next
...The Beatles are the best-known and most-loved band in modern musical history. This chronological companion to their career and back-catalogue is packed with beautiful images of the band, snippets of memorabilia, and quotes from the mouths of the Fab Four themselves. Their music is timeless, their imagery iconic and their story compelling – and all three combine here to make this the essential Beatles book. Featuring: The History - Find out how
...When Star Wars promoted Leia Organa from a princess to a general, it was also an affirmation for Carrie Fisher. If her initial celebrity was an accident of birth to Hollywood royalty Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds, she earned the admiration of fans around the world all by herself, first as an actor and then as a screenwriter, novelist and mental health activist. Most of all, she was a storyteller of glorious wit and keen observation, which made
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