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Stephen Fried

    Stephen Fried je oceňovaný novinář a autor bestsellerů New York Times, který se zaměřuje na podmanivá vyprávění založená na hloubkovém výzkumu. Jeho práce často prozkoumává složité postavy a zásadní historické momenty s bystrým okem pro detail a lidskou psychologii. Fried dokáže propojit rozsáhlý výzkum s poutavým vyprávěním, čímž jeho nebeletristická díla zpřístupňuje širokému publiku. Jeho psaní přináší do minulosti život a odhaluje méně známé aspekty klíčových událostí a osobností.

    Thing of Beauty
    Mobile Device Security
    Rush
    Bitter Pills
    Appetite for America
    Grilling Dahmer
    • 2021

      Grilling Dahmer

      • 332 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení
      4,5(27)Ohodnotit

      In the late hours of July 22, 1991, Detective Patrick "Pat" Kennedy of the Milwaukee Police Department was asked to respond to a possible homicide. Little did he know that he would soon be delving into the dark mind of one of America's most notorious serial killers, the "Milwaukee Cannibal" Jeffrey Dahmer. As the media clamored for details, Kennedy spent the next six weeks, sixteen hours a day, locked in an interrogation room with Dahmer. There the 31-year-old killer described in lurid detail how he lured seventeen young men to his apartment where he strangled, sexually assaulted, dismembered, and in some cases, cannibalized his victims. In GRILLING DAHMER: The Interrogation of "The Milwaukee Cannibal" the reader is taken on a horrifying tour into the mind of evil as Kennedy patiently and meticulously listened to unspeakable horrors so that a monster would be taken off the streets forever.

      Grilling Dahmer
    • 2018

      Rush

      • 624 stránek
      • 22 hodin čtení
      4,3(630)Ohodnotit

      "The remarkable story of Benjamin Rush, medical pioneer and one of our nation's most provocative and unsung Founding Fathers ... One of the youngest signatories [of the Declaration of Independence] ... he was also, among stiff competition, one of the most visionary. A brilliant physician and writer, Rush was known as the "American Hippocrates" for pioneering national healthcare and revolutionizing treatment of mental illness and addiction. Yet medicine is only part of his legacy. Dr. Rush was both a progressive thorn in the side of the American political establishment--a vocal opponent of slavery, capital punishment, and prejudice by race, religion or gender--and close friends with its most prominent leaders. He was the protégé of Franklin, the editor of Common Sense, Washington's surgeon general, and the broker of peace between Adams and Jefferson, yet his stubborn convictions more than once threatened his career and his place in the narrative of America's founding. Drawing on a trove of previously unpublished letters and images, the voluminous correspondence between Rush and his better-known counterparts, and his candid and incisive personal writings ... Stephen Fried ... finally installs Dr. Rush in the pantheon of great American leaders."--Provided by publisher

      Rush
    • 2016

      A Common Struggle

      • 432 stránek
      • 16 hodin čtení

      "Patrick J. Kennedy, the former congressman and youngest child of Senator Ted Kennedy, details his personal and political battle with mental illness and addiction, exploring mental health care's history in the country alongside his and every family's private struggles." -- Amazon.com

      A Common Struggle
    • 2015
    • 2011

      Appetite for America

      Fred Harvey and the Business of Civilizing the Wild West--One Meal at a Time

      • 560 stránek
      • 20 hodin čtení
      4,3(87)Ohodnotit

      The book explores the lives of the Harvey Girls, women who transformed the American West by working as waitresses in Fred Harvey's restaurants along the Santa Fe Railroad. It highlights their journey towards independence and empowerment in a male-dominated society, showcasing their impact on the hospitality industry and their roles in shaping community and culture. The narrative is enriched by personal stories, historical context, and the broader societal changes of the time, making it a compelling read on women's history and opportunity.

      Appetite for America
    • 2010

      Mobile Device Security

      A Comprehensive Guide to Securing Your Information in a Moving World

      • 302 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení
      3,5(2)Ohodnotit

      Focusing on the security vulnerabilities posed by mobile devices, this guide offers practical strategies to protect personal information in an increasingly mobile world. It highlights the potential backdoor threats and provides immediate, actionable steps to enhance security, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to safeguard their data on the go.

      Mobile Device Security
    • 2003

      The New Rabbi

      • 386 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      3,8(132)Ohodnotit

      The narrative delves into the complexities of American Judaism, focusing on a landmark congregation facing the challenge of replacing its revered rabbi. Through this transition, the book examines themes of faith, family, and community, highlighting the congregation's efforts to adapt and thrive for future generations. Stephen Fried's intimate portrayal captures the emotional and cultural dynamics at play within the congregation as it navigates this pivotal moment in its history.

      The New Rabbi
    • 1999

      Bitter Pills

      Inside the Hazardous World of Legal Drugs

      • 448 stránek
      • 16 hodin čtení
      4,3(54)Ohodnotit

      The book exposes the often misguided trust placed in the pharmaceutical industry, revealing the discrepancies between public perception and reality regarding medication safety. Through meticulous investigation, it uncovers the shortcomings of doctors, drug companies, and regulatory bodies like the FDA. The author, a respected journalist, presents a critical view of the industry's practices, urging readers to reconsider their assumptions about the medications they rely on for health and well-being.

      Bitter Pills
    • 1995

      Um toll auszusehen, braucht Gia weder ihre Kleider noch ihr Make-up. In altmodischen Männerklamotten, das Gesicht ungeschminkt, das lange Haar offen und eine Zigarette zwischen den Lippen, gab sie schon durch ihre bloße Erscheinung ein Mode-Statement ab. Sie war die Haute-Couture-Version all der gruseligen New Wave Rocker, die so viel von sich reden machten.§"Es war wie bei Marilyn Monroe. Wenn man Marilyn einmal unsentimental betrachtete, hatte sie eigentlich keinen einmaligen Körper, aber wenn sie sich bewegte, oder wenn sie... ich weiß nicht aber Gia hatte etwas genauso Ergreifendes wie Marilyn."

      Gia