Howard Dully was 12 years old when he was given a lobotomy. He was 56 years old when he found out why. The four decades in between tell a story of profound love and compassion. In 1960 Howard's father and stepmother delivered him into the hands of the man who had invented the 'ice pick' lobotomy. Ex[...]
Using the life and career of Don Simpson as a point of departure, High Concept is an insight of Hollywood in the 1980's and 90's. For over two decades Simpson was Hollywood's reigning bad boy, yet at the same time with his partner Jerry Bruckheimer, they became the most successful independent produc[...]
Containing walks and detailed maps from throughout the city, "Secret Stairs" highlights the charms and quirks of a unique feature of the Los Angeles landscape, and chronicles the geographical, architectural, and historical aspects of the city's staircases, as well as of the neighborhoods in which th[...]
Before Frank Shamrock became known professionally as "The Legend" -- winning almost every mixed martial arts title in existence -- he endured a childhood marred with abuse, neglect, and molestation that led to an equally troubled young adulthood. This riveting book tells his whole story: his neglect[...]