Final Exits: The Illustrated Encyclopedia of How We Die: The Illustrated Encyclo

Description: Final Exits: The Illustrated Encyclopedia of How We Die by Michael Largo Largo takes an eye-opening and irreverent look at the truth behind kicking the bucket—the definitive A-to-Z illustrated sourcebook on the ways people die. 400+ medical and historical illustrations. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description To die, kick the bucket, to meet your Maker, dead as a doornail, get whacked, smoked, bite the dust, sleep with the fishes, go six feet under—whatever death is called, it's going to happen. In 1789 Ben Franklin wrote, "In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes." Death remains a certainty. But how do we die? It's the enormous variety of how that enlivens final exits.According to death certificates, in 1700 there were less than 100 causes of death. Today there are 3,000. With each advance of technology, people find new ways to become deceased, often causing trends that peak in the first year. People are now killed by everything, from cell phones, washing machines, lawn mowers and toothpicks, to the boundless catalog of man—made medicines. In "Final Exits" the causes of death—bizarre or common—are alphabetically arranged and include actual accounts of people, both famous and ordinary, who unfortunately died that way. (Ants, bad words, Bingo, bean bag chairs, flying cows, frozen toilets, hiccups, lipstick, moray eels, road kill, starfish, and toupees are only some of the more unusual causes.) Back Cover Practical, step-by-step tips for players of all levels From snooker to carom to good, old-fashioned 8- or 9-ball, Pool & Billiards For Dummies reveals the tips, tricks, and rules of play, covering the variety of the ever-popular games that make up pool and billiards. This hands-on guide discusses everything from the rules and strategies of the games to how to set up your very own poolroom. Gearing up - find, buy, and maintain the cue thats best for you and accessorize your game with chalk, racks, lights, and triangles Get schooled on the fundamentals of pool - find out how to build a solid stance; get a feel for aiming; and create a dependable, consistent stroke Control the cue ball - discover how to control the movement of the cue ball to make stop shots and incorporate topspin, backspin, and sidespin Take your best shot - follow instructions on tackling common shots, eyeing combinations, and playing offensively and defensively Oh, the games youll play - get the rules and strategies for playing 8-ball, 9-ball, multiplayer games, and professionals games Open the book and find: The differences between pool and billiards Game-winning strategies no matter what version of the game is played Helpful diagrams and photos Drills for all skills Games to measure your progress The etiquette of pool Coverage of the Ghost Ball System The secrets of creating a powerful break shot Tips on finding the right cue for you Learn to: Play by the rules and develop game-winning strategies for the most popular games Hold the stick correctly and hit the cue ball properly Play like a champion regardless of your experience Perform trick shots to amaze your friends Author Biography In the spirit of Schotts Miscellany comes an eye-opening and entertaining look at the truth behind kicking the bucket, the definitive A to Z illustrated sourcebook on the way we die. To die, kick the bucket, to meet your Maker, dead as a doornail, get whacked, smoked, bite the dust, sleep with the fishes, go six feet under, whatever death is called, its going to happen. But how do we die? Its the enormous variety of HOW that enlivens FINAL EXITS. According to death certificates, in the year 1700 there were less than 100 causes of death. Today there are 3,000 and with each advance of technology, people find new ways to become deceased, often causing trends that peak in the first year. People are now killed by everything, from cell phones, washing machines, lawn mowers and toothpicks, to the boundless catalogue of man-made medicines. In FINAL EXITS the causes of death, bizarre or common, are alphabetically arranged and include actual accounts of people, both famous and ordinary, who unfortunately died that way. Illustrated with medical and historical illustrations and art from throughout the ages, FINAL EXITS is more than a trivia book, it is a portrait in words and numbers of human fate. Review "Every mortal should read this book, before they find themselves in its pages."--Daniel Handler Prizes Winner of Bram Stoker Awards (Nonfiction) 2006 Long Description To die, kick the bucket, to meet your Maker, dead as a doornail, get whacked, smoked, bite the dust, sleep with the fishes, go six feet under-whatever death is called, its going to happen. In 1789 Ben Franklin wrote, "In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes." Death remains a certainty. But how do we die? Its the enormous variety of HOW that enlivens FINAL EXITS. According to death certificates, in 1700 there were less than 100 causes of death. Today there are 3,000. With each advance of technology, people find new ways to become deceased, often causing trends that peak in the first year. People are now killed by everything, from cell phones, washing machines, lawn mowers and toothpicks, to the boundless catalog of man-made medicines. In FINAL EXITS the causes of death-bizarre or common-are alphabetically arranged and include actual accounts of people, both famous and ordinary, who unfortunately died that way. (Ants, bad words, Bingo, bean bag chairs, flying cows, frozen toilets, hiccups, lipstick, moray eels, road kill, starfish, and toupees are only some of the more unusual causes.) Review Quote "Every mortal should read this book, before they find themselves in its pages." Details ISBN0060817410 Author Michael Largo Short Title FINAL EXITS Pages 465 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Language English ISBN-10 0060817410 ISBN-13 9780060817411 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 306.903 Illustrations Yes Year 2006 Publication Date 2006-10-31 Imprint HarperCollins Subtitle The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of How We Die Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Residence Miami, FL, US Birth 1954 DOI 10.1604/9780060817411 Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2006-11-02 AU Release Date 2006-12-06 NZ Release Date 2006-12-06 Imprint US William Morrow Paperbacks Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159824425;

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