1,003 Great Things about America
Autor Lisa Birnbach, Patricia Marx, Ann Hodgmanen Limba Engleză Paperback – 30 apr 2002
Being American has always been a wonderful thing. But after September 11, 2001, patriotism soared. Not since the 1940s had America been attacked with such unexpected and horrible decisiveness. From sea to shining sea, the response was deafening. Americans raised their flags, raised their voices, and vowed to stand united. Of course, we're still bound by our sense of humor, a cornerstone of our country's proud past and present. In "1,003 Great Things About America," authors Lisa Birnbach, Ann Hodgman, and Patricia Marx perfectly sum up that combination of humor and hope, wit and wonder, that makes America so magnificent. What are some of the best things about America? As this talented trio of authors remind us: Apple pie, John Wayne, Mount Rushmore, Elvis, Baseball. The list goes on and on. From beginning to end, "1,003 Great Things About America" serves as a keen and admiring look at those elements that give our nation its indefatigable character. From Frank Sinatra to the Super Bowl, from hamburgers to the Hamptons, "1,003 Great Things About America" rings true and timeless.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780740729492
ISBN-10: 0740729497
Pagini: 304
Dimensiuni: 105 x 153 x 24 mm
Greutate: 0.2 kg
Editura: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN-10: 0740729497
Pagini: 304
Dimensiuni: 105 x 153 x 24 mm
Greutate: 0.2 kg
Editura: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Notă biografică
Lisa Birnbach is a television commentator and the author of the wildly successful "Official Preppy Handbook." She is a "Parade" magazine contributing editor and the mother of (at least) three children. Ann Hodgman has written more than 43 books, including "My Babysitter Is a Vampire" series and "One Bite Won't Kill You." Her essays have appeared in "Best American Essays" and "Best Food Writing." Patricia Marx, a television screenwriter for shows such as "Saturday Night Live," is the author of "How to Regain Your Virginity" and "Meet My Staff."
Lisa Birnbach is a television commentator and the author of the wildly successful "Official Preppy Handbook." She is a "Parade" magazine contributing editor and the mother of (at least) three children. Ann Hodgman has written more than 43 books, including "My Babysitter Is a Vampire" series and "One Bite Won't Kill You." Her essays have appeared in "Best American Essays" and "Best Food Writing." Patricia Marx, a television screenwriter for shows such as "Saturday Night Live," is the author of "How to Regain Your Virginity" and "Meet My Staff."
Patricia Marx, a television screenwriter for shows such as "Saturday Night Live," is the author of "How to Regain Your Virginity" and "Meet My Staff."
Lisa Birnbach is a television commentator and the author of the wildly successful "Official Preppy Handbook." She is a "Parade" magazine contributing editor and the mother of (at least) three children. Ann Hodgman has written more than 43 books, including "My Babysitter Is a Vampire" series and "One Bite Won't Kill You." Her essays have appeared in "Best American Essays" and "Best Food Writing." Patricia Marx, a television screenwriter for shows such as "Saturday Night Live," is the author of "How to Regain Your Virginity" and "Meet My Staff."
Patricia Marx, a television screenwriter for shows such as "Saturday Night Live," is the author of "How to Regain Your Virginity" and "Meet My Staff."
Descriere
"1,003 Great Things About America" is full of the humor and hope, wit and wonder, that makes America so magnificent.
Being American has always been a wonderful thing. But after September 11, 2001, patriotism soared. Not since the 1940s had America been attacked with such unexpected and horrible decisiveness. From sea to shining sea, the response was deafening. Americans raised their flags, raised their voices, and vowed to stand united. Of course, we're still bound by our sense of humor, a cornerstone of our country's proud past and present. In "1,003 Great Things About America," authors Lisa Birnbach, Ann Hodgman, and Patricia Marx perfectly sum up that combination of humor and hope, wit and wonder, that makes America so magnificent. What are some of the best things about America? As this talented trio of authors remind us: Apple pie, John Wayne, Mount Rushmore, Elvis, Baseball. The list goes on and on. From beginning to end, "1,003 Great Things About America" serves as a keen and admiring look at those elements that give our nation its indefatigable character. From Frank Sinatra to the Super Bowl, from hamburgers to the Hamptons, "1,003 Great Things About America" rings true and timeless.
Being American has always been a wonderful thing. But after September 11, 2001, patriotism soared. Not since the 1940s had America been attacked with such unexpected and horrible decisiveness. From sea to shining sea, the response was deafening. Americans raised their flags, raised their voices, and vowed to stand united. Of course, we're still bound by our sense of humor, a cornerstone of our country's proud past and present. In "1,003 Great Things About America," authors Lisa Birnbach, Ann Hodgman, and Patricia Marx perfectly sum up that combination of humor and hope, wit and wonder, that makes America so magnificent. What are some of the best things about America? As this talented trio of authors remind us: Apple pie, John Wayne, Mount Rushmore, Elvis, Baseball. The list goes on and on. From beginning to end, "1,003 Great Things About America" serves as a keen and admiring look at those elements that give our nation its indefatigable character. From Frank Sinatra to the Super Bowl, from hamburgers to the Hamptons, "1,003 Great Things About America" rings true and timeless.