Without London band Wire, punk rock might never have developed beyond primitive three-chord thrash and cliched songs. This book tells the story of this crucial transitional band, from their early days dodging hostile crowds, up to their split in 1981 and beyond their mid-80s return and their various solo projects.

The many personal tragedies and triumphs come to light in this account which features many photographs taken immediately after the disaster. The stories of those who survived the great Galveston Hurricane of 1900, are collected here in this volume.

Traces the extraordinary career of Alicia Beth Moore from Pennsylvania through her stint in the girl group Choice to her incarnation as global superstar Pink. This book offers accounts of Pink's campaigns for PETA, her controversial marriage to motocross racer Corey Hart and her triumphant return to peak form with 2008's Funhouse album.

A biography of Stefani Germanotta that explores her rapid rise to global stardom in the guise of the outrageous Lady Gaga.

Dylan Kwabena Mills, better known as Dizzee Rascal, has evolved from cutting-edge pioneer of grime and hip hop into one of Britain's biggest pop stars. This title traces Dizzee's career, first as a pirate radio DJ aged 16, then as a member of grime collective the Roll Deep Crew, and finally as a solo artist.

Teaches you the fundamentals of No Limit Texas Hold 'em. If you are interested in developing a poker playing technique and learning how to play online, this book provides you with the guidance you need to play and win. Concise illustrations show you how to play the game before you sign up at an online poker room to practice your skills.

Provides students the tools to analyze visual messages, offering physiological and theoretical background on visual perception, various media, and the role they play in our lives.