The Fifty Year Mission The First 25 Years

Author : Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman
Publisher : A Thomas Dunne Book for St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1250235332

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The Fifty-Year Mission: The Complete, Uncensored, Unauthorized Oral History of Star Trek: The First 25 Years by Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman Pdf

Volume one of a fifty-year oral history of Star Trek by the people who were there, in their own words, sharing never-before-told stories. This is the unauthorized, uncensored and unbelievable true story behind the making of a pop culture phenomenon. The original Star Trek series debuted in 1966 and has spawned five TV series spin-offs and a dozen feature films. The Fifty-Year Mission is a no-holds-barred oral history of five decades of Star Trek, told by the people who were there. Hear from the hundreds of television and film executives, programmers, writers, creators and cast as they unveil the oftentimes shocking story of Star Trek's ongoing fifty-year mission -a mission that has spanned from the classic series to the animated show, the many attempts at a relaunch through the beloved feature films. Make no mistake, this isn't just a book for Star Trek fans. Here is a volume for all fans of pop culture and anyone interested in the nuts and bolts of a television touchstone.

Author : Mark A. Altman,Edward Gross
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 861 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-30
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781250089465

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The Fifty-Year Mission: The Next 25 Years: From The Next Generation to J. J. Abrams by Mark A. Altman,Edward Gross Pdf

Volume two of a fifty-year oral history of Star Trek by the people who were there sharing never-before-told stories.

Author : Edward A. Gross,Mark A. Altman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Star Trek films
ISBN : 1925435148

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The Fifty-year Mission by Edward A. Gross,Mark A. Altman Pdf

Author : Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-28
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781466872851

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The Fifty-Year Mission: The First 25 Years by Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman Pdf

This is the unauthorized, uncensored and unbelievable true story behind the making of a pop culture phenomenon. The original Star Trek series debuted in 1966 and has spawned five TV series spin-offs and a dozen feature films, with an upcoming one from Paramount arriving in 2016. The Fifty-Year Mission is a no-holds-barred oral history of five decades of Star Trek, told by the people who were there. Hear from the hundreds of television and film executives, programmers, writers, creators and cast as they unveil the oftentimes shocking story of Star Trek's ongoing fifty-year mission -a mission that has spanned from the classic series to the animated show, the many attempts at a relaunch through the beloved feature films. Make no mistake, this isn't just a book for Star Trek fans. Here is a volume for all fans of pop culture and anyone interested in the nuts and bolts of a television touchstone.

Author : Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman
Publisher : Forge Books
Page : 698 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-02-11
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781250300966

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Nobody Does it Better by Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman Pdf

The ultimate oral history of the only gentleman secret agent with a license to kill... and thrill...telling the incredible, uncensored true stories of the James Bond franchise and spy mania. For over five decades, the cinematic adventures of James Bond have thrilled moviegoers. Now, bestselling authors Mark A. Altman and Edward Gross take you behind-the-scenes of the most famous and beloved movie franchise of all-time filled with reflections from over 150 cast, crew, critics and filmmakers who reflect on the impact of this legendary movie franchise as well as share their thoughts about their favorite (and least) favorite 007 adventures and spy mania which gripped fans the world over in the wake of the success of the James Bond films. From Russia--with love, course--to Vegas, from below the bright blue waters of the Bahamas in search of a missing nuclear weapon to the top of the Golden Gate Bridge, from below the seas in Stromberg’s new Noah's Ark of Atlantis into orbit with Hugo Drax, Nobody Does It Better: The Complete Uncensored, Unauthorized Oral History of James Bond tells the amazing, true story of the birth of James Bond through the latest remarkable James Bond adventures as well as the Spy mania classics that enthralled the world. It’s Bond and Beyond from the critically acclaimed authors of the bestselling The Fifty-Year Mission and So Say We All. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : Mark A. Altman,Edward Gross
Publisher : Nero
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-27
Category : History
ISBN : 186395855X

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Fifty-Year Mission - The Complete, Uncensored, Unauthorized Oral History of Star Trek by Mark A. Altman,Edward Gross Pdf

Truth is Stranger Than Science Fiction The incredible, definitive true story of the making of fifty years of Star Trek . . . in the words of those who made it! This is the remarkable unauthorized, uncensored and definitive true story behind the making of a television legend. There have been many books written about Star Trek but never a volume with the unprecedented access, insight, and candor of authors Edward Gross and Mark A. Altman. Having covered the franchise for more than three decades, they've assembled the ultimate guide to a television classic that serves as the final world on this unique pop-culture phenomena. The Fifty-Year Mission includes the voices of hundreds of television and film executives, programmers, writers, directors, creators, and cast members who were all part of Star Trek's first twenty-five years. And this isn't just a book for Star Trek fans. This is a volume that will engage fans of television, movies, and pop culture who are interested in the nuts and bolts, the trials and the tribulations of making an enduring television classic.

Author : Pete Blaber
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-07
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781101443194

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The Mission, The Men, and Me by Pete Blaber Pdf

“A book about the complexities of combat that's just as applicable for dealing with the complexities of business and our personal lives.”—Kevin Sharer, chairman and CEO, Amgen As a commander of Delta Force-the most elite counter—terrorist organization in the world—Pete Blaber took part in some of the most dangerous, controversial, and significant military and political events of our time. Now he takes his intimate knowledge of warfare—and the heart, mind, and spirit it takes to win—and moves his focus from the combat zone to civilian life. In this book, you will learn the same lessons he learned, while experiencing what the life of a Delta Force Operator is like—from the extreme physical and psychological training to the darkest of shadow ops all around the world. From each mission, Pete Blaber has taken a life lesson back with him. You will learn these enlightening lessons as you gain insights into never-before-revealed missions executed around the globe. And when the smoke clears, you will emerge wiser, more capable, and better prepared to succeed in life than you ever thought possible.

Author : Mary Pope Osborne
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2015-08-25
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780307980489

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Hurry Up, Houdini! by Mary Pope Osborne Pdf

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Abracadabra! Jack and Annie are on a mission for Merlin the magician. They’re looking for a secret of greatness from the best escape artist that ever lived, Harry Houdini. Using the magic tree house to travel back in time, Jack and Annie head to Coney Island to look for the elusive magician. How can they find the master of escape? It’s going to take some determination, a little bit of trouble, and a whole lot of magic! Formerly numbered as Magic Tree House #50, the title of this book is now Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #22: Hurry Up, Houdini! Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures

Author : Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman
Publisher : Thomas Dunne Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-08-30
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1250089468

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The Fifty-Year Mission: The Next 25 Years: From The Next Generation to J. J. Abrams by Edward Gross,Mark A. Altman Pdf

This is the true story behind the making of a television legend. There have been many books written about Star Trek, but never with the unprecedented access, insight and candor of authors Mark A. Altman and Edward Gross. Having covered the franchise for over three decades, they’ve assembled the ultimate guide to a television classic. The Fifty-Year Mission: Volume Two is an incisive, no-holds-barred oral history telling the story of post-Original Series Star Trek, told exclusively by the people who were there, in their own words—sharing the inside scoop they’ve never told before—unveiling the oftentimes shocking true story of the history of Star Trek and chronicling the trials, tribulations—and tribbles—that have remained deeply buried secrets... until now. The Fifty-Year Mission: Volume Two includes the voices of hundreds television and film executives, programmers, writers, creators, and cast, who span from the beloved The Next Generation and subsequent films through its spin-offs: Deep Space Nine, Voyager, and Enterprise, as well J.J. Abrams’ reimagined film series.

Author : David S. F. Portree
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Space flight to Mars
ISBN : NASA:31769000641459

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Humans to Mars by David S. F. Portree Pdf

Author : Mary Pope Osborne
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-24
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780307980564

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Soccer on Sunday by Mary Pope Osborne Pdf

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Goal! Jack and Annie have tickets to one of the most exciting soccer games ever—the 1970 World Cup! They are sure the famous soccer player Pelé will tell them a “secret of greatness.” The game is nonstop action and the stands are packed. But how will they find Pelé in a crowd of 100,000 soccer fans? Have they failed their mission? Or will the answer come when they least expect it? Formerly numbered as Magic Tree House #52, the title of this book is now Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #24: Soccer on Sunday. Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures

Author : Jon Scieszka
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781452173030

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AstroNuts Mission One: The Plant Planet by Jon Scieszka Pdf

This laugh-out-loud, visually groundbreaking read launches a major new series by children's literature legend Jon Scieszka. Featuring full-color illustrations throughout, a spectacular gatefold, plus how-to-draw pages in the back, it's an outer space adventure that demonstrates a giant leap for bookmaking and a giant leap for any kid looking for their next go-to series. AstroWolf, LaserShark, SmartHawk, and StinkBug are animals that have been hybridized to find other planets for humans to live on once we've ruined Earth. So off they rocket to the Plant Planet! Will that planet support human life? Or do Plant Planet's inhabitants have a more sinister plan? AstroNuts Mission One is a can't-put-it-down page-turner for reluctant readers and fans ready to blast past Wimpy Kid.

Author : Rose Blue,Corinne Naden
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2009-01-22
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780525478492

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Ron's Big Mission by Rose Blue,Corinne Naden Pdf

Nine-year-old Ron loves going to the Lake City Public Library to look through all the books on airplanes and flight. Today, Ron is ready to take out books by himself. But in the segregated world of South Carolina in the 1950s, Ron's obtaining his own library card is not just a small rite of passage—it is a young man's first courageous mission. Here is an inspiring story, based on Ron McNair's life, of how a little boy, future scientist, and Challenger astronaut desegregated his library through peaceful resistance.

Author : Richard C. Hoagland,Mike Bara
Publisher : Feral House
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2009-09-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781936239009

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Dark Mission by Richard C. Hoagland,Mike Bara Pdf

The New York Times bestseller about the strange history of NASA and its cover-ups regarding its origins and extraterrestrial architecture found on the moon and Mars is even more interesting in its new edition. Authors Richard C. Hoagland and Mike Bara include a new chapter about the discoveries made by ex-Nazi scientist and NASA stalwart Wernher von Braun regarding what he termed "alternate gravitational solutions," or the rewriting of Newtonian physics into hyperdimensional spheres.

Author : Mary Pope Osborne
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2009-03-20
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780375894572

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Night of the New Magicians by Mary Pope Osborne Pdf

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Merlin sends Jack and Annie on a mysterious mission to Paris, France, over a 100 years ago. There they must find four magicians and give them an urgent message from Merlin himself. When Jack and Annie land in Paris, they make their way to the 1889 World’s Fair. Below the Eiffel Tower, built especially for the fair, there are thousands of exhibits from all over the world. But how will Jack and Annie find the magicians in the crowds of people? And who are the magicians anyway? Jack and Annie are about to find out in another adventure filled with history, magic, and amazing surprises! Formerly numbered as Magic Tree House #35, the title of this book is now Magic Tree House Merlin Mission #7: Night of the New Magicians. Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!