Joe Grundy Mysteries 2-Book Bundle

Joe Grundy Mysteries 2-Book Bundle
Author: Marc Strange
Publisher: Dundurn.com
Total Pages: 578
Release: 2013-06-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1459722701

This double edition of the Joe Grundy Mystery series presents Marc Strange's Sucker Punch and Body Blows. Sucker Punch: Joe Grundy is an ex-heavyweight boxer whose main claim to fame was that he got knocked out by champ Evander Holyfield. Now he's chief of security for a posh old hotel, the Lord Douglas, in downtown Vancouver, and life is pretty good. But then a young neo-hippie inherits more than half a billion dollars and decides to give it all away. As soon as the kid checks into the Lord Douglas with the intention of holding a press conference to announce the scheme, Joe knows big trouble is headed his way, especially when the kid winds up dead. Grundy sets out to discover who murdered the would-be philanthropist only to collide with suspects and sucker punches around every corner. Joe had some pretty tough battles during his days in the ring, but this time the stakes are higher, the opponents are lethal, and the final count could be fatal. Body Blows: Ex-boxer Joe Grundy is embroiled in the intrigues of his own boss, millionaire Leo Alexander, the owner of Vancouver's Lord Douglas Hotel. Somebody has murdered Leo's live-in servant and not-so-secret lover, and Grundy has to get to the bottom of the incident in order to clear the man he's forged a bond with since first coming to work for him as security for the hotel. But Leo's past serves up more surprises than Grundy bargained for. It seems Leo has had a life full of death, jilted mistresses, spurned spouses, sharp business deals, and explosive relationships with estranged children. Another corpse pops up, Leo is arrested and jailed, and Grundy takes more hits to his body and psyche than perhaps even he can handle. Thoughts of real and imagined death are stalking the corridors of the Lord Douglas, and Joe Grundy has to keep swinging to stay alive and remain sane.

Joe Grundy Mysteries 2-Book Bundle Sucker Punch

Joe Grundy Mysteries 2-Book Bundle Sucker Punch
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This double edition of the Joe Grundy Mystery series presents Marc Strange's Sucker Punch and Body Blows.Sucker Punch: Joe Grundy is an ex-heavyweight boxer whose main claim to fame was that he got knocked out by champ Evander Holyfield. Now he's chief of security for a posh old hotel, the Lord Douglas, in downtown Vancouver, and life is pretty good. But then a young neo-hippie inherits more than half a billion dollars and decides to give it all away. As soon as the kid checks into the Lord Douglas with the intention of holding a press conference to announce the scheme, Joe knows big trouble is headed his way, especially when the kid winds up dead.Grundy sets out to discover who murdered the would-be philanthropist only to collide with suspects and sucker punches around every corner. Joe had some pretty tough battles during his days in the ring, but this time the stakes are higher, the opponents are lethal, and the final count could be fatal.Body Blows: Ex-boxer Joe Grundy is embroiled in the intrigues of his own boss, millionaire Leo Alexander, the owner of Vancouver's Lord Douglas Hotel. Somebody has murdered Leo's live-in servant and not-so-secret lover, and Grundy has to get to the bottom of the incident in order to clear the man he's forged a bond with since first coming to work for him as security for the hotel. But Leo's past serves up more surprises than Grundy bargained for.It seems Leo has had a life full of death, jilted mistresses, spurned spouses, sharp business deals, and explosive relationships with estranged children. Another corpse pops up, Leo is arrested and jailed, and Grundy takes more hits to his body and psyche than perhaps even he can handle.Thoughts of real and imagined death are stalking the corridors of the Lord Douglas, and Joe Grundy has to keep swinging to stay alive and remain sane.

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
Author: Junot Diaz
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 349
Release: 2008-09-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0571246206

Things have never been easy for Oscar. A ghetto nerd living with his Dominican family in New Jersey, he's sweet but disastrously overweight. He dreams of becoming the next J.R.R. Tolkien and he keeps falling hopelessly in love. Poor Oscar may never get what he wants, thanks to the Fukú - the curse that has haunted his family for generations. With dazzling energy and insight Díaz immerses us in the tumultuous lives of Oscar; his runaway sister Lola; their beautiful mother Belicia; and in the family's uproarious journey from the Dominican Republic to the US and back. Rendered with uncommon warmth and humour, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is a literary triumph, that confirms Junot Díaz as one of the most exciting writers of our time.

Club Cultures

Club Cultures
Author: Sarah Thornton
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2013-08-23
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0745668801

This is an innovative contribution to the study of popular culture, focusing on the youth cultures that revolve around dance clubs and raves.

Phrases and Names, Their Origins and Meanings

Phrases and Names, Their Origins and Meanings
Author: Trench H. Johnson
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2019-11-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

'Phrases and Names, Their Origins and Meanings' is a one-of-a-kind encyclopedic work that offers plain statements of facts on the origins of popular phrases and names, alphabetically organized for easy reference. Trench H. Johnson's expertise in the subject matter, acquired through years of omnivorous reading and patient inquiry, has culminated in a comprehensive and fascinating compilation of linguistic curiosities that is sure to satisfy the curiosity of any word lover. From the history of place-names to the evolution of expressions, including a plethora of slang terms and Americanisms, this book offers a wealth of knowledge that opens up the history of peoples and civilizing influences.

Time Travel and Other Mathematical Bewilderments

Time Travel and Other Mathematical Bewilderments
Author: Martin Gardner
Publisher: American Mathematical Soc.
Total Pages: 295
Release: 2020-10-06
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1470463652

Martin Gardner's Mathematical Games columns in Scientific American inspired and entertained several generations of mathematicians and scientists. Gardner in his crystal-clear prose illuminated corners of mathematics, especially recreational mathematics, that most people had no idea existed. His playful spirit and inquisitive nature invite the reader into an exploration of beautiful mathematical ideas along with him. These columns were both a revelation and a gift when he wrote them; no one--before Gardner--had written about mathematics like this. They continue to be a marvel. This is the original 1988 edition and contains columns published from 1974-1976.

Boxing

Boxing
Author: Kasia Boddy
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Total Pages: 644
Release: 2013-06-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1861897022

Throughout history, potters, sculptors, painters, poets, novelists, cartoonists, song-writers, photographers, and filmmakers have recorded and tried to make sense of boxing. From Daniel Mendoza to Mike Tyson, boxers have embodied and enacted our anxieties about race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality. In her encyclopedic investigation of the shifting social, political, and cultural resonances of this most visceral of sports, Kasia Boddy throws new light on an elemental struggle for dominance whose weapons are nothing more than fists. Looking afresh at everything from neoclassical sculpture to hip-hop lyrics, Boddy explores the ways in which the history of boxing has intersected with the history of mass media. Boddy pulls no punches, looking to the work of such diverse figures as Henry Fielding and Spike Lee, Charlie Chaplin and Philip Roth, James Joyce and Mae West, Bertolt Brecht and Charles Dickens in an all-encompassing study that tells us just how and why boxing has mattered so much to so many.

Loafing Along Death Valley Trails

Loafing Along Death Valley Trails
Author: William Caruthers
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2023-10-28
Genre: History
ISBN:

In William Caruthers' 'Loafing Along Death Valley Trails', readers are taken on a literary journey through the rugged landscapes of Death Valley, where they encounter fascinating tales of exploration, survival, and the human spirit. Caruthers' writing style is marked by its vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, making this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history and folklore of the American West. The author's attention to detail immerses the reader in the harsh yet beautiful terrain of Death Valley, bringing to life the struggles and triumphs of those who dared to venture into this unforgiving wilderness. Caruthers' work is a valuable contribution to the literary landscape of the West, offering a unique perspective on a region that has captivated explorers and storytellers for generations. Readers who enjoy historical narratives and adventure tales will find 'Loafing Along Death Valley Trails' both informative and entertaining, a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the essence of the American frontier.

The Thesaurus of Slang

The Thesaurus of Slang
Author: Esther Lewin
Publisher: Checkmark Books
Total Pages: 456
Release: 1997
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780816036615

Includes jargon, sports slang, and ethnic and regional expressions

Wheels, Life and Other Mathematical Amusements

Wheels, Life and Other Mathematical Amusements
Author: Martin Gardner
Publisher: American Mathematical Soc.
Total Pages: 271
Release: 2020-10-06
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1470463628

Martin Gardner's Mathematical Games columns in Scientific American inspired and entertained several generations of mathematicians and scientists. Gardner in his crystal-clear prose illuminated corners of mathematics, especially recreational mathematics, that most people had no idea existed. His playful spirit and inquisitive nature invite the reader into an exploration of beautiful mathematical ideas along with him. These columns were both a revelation and a gift when he wrote them; no one--before Gardner--had written about mathematics like this. They continue to be a marvel. This is the original 1983 edition and contains columns published from 1970-1972. It includes three columns on the game of Life.