932 results for 'Soni, Jimmy'

Sonic Encounters with Blanchot explores the relationship between sound and music in the work of Maurice Blanchot. This collection brings together scholars from various disciplines to examine the...

Demystifying hypnosis has never been easier. This comprehensive introduction to Ericksonian hypnosis sets out to explain the concept in an approachable and engaging way.The author takes readers...

Sonic Youth's influence extends far beyond their music, encompassing punk rock, pop-art minimalism, and leftist politics. Their impact has been felt by countless musicians and artists, including Kurt...

Sonic Technologies explores how digital technologies have transformed popular music and digital culture over the past two decades. From multimillion-selling pop records to ubiquitous remixes, new...

Sonic Interactions in Virtual Environments explores the design of immersive sonic experiences in virtual environments. This open access book delves into the fundamental notions related to creating...

Sound Healing: A Guide to Vibrational Medicine and Sonic Ceremony By Bodhi Starwater Discover the power of sound healing and how it can be used as vibrational medicine. This book explores the five...

Danny Dingle's Fantastic Finds Books 1-5 follows the exciting adventures of Danny and his friend Percy as they collect cool stuff for their box of fantastic finds. They join forces with others to...

The Crisis of American Foreign Policy explores the relationship between the ideals of Woodrow Wilson and those of George W. Bush, two leaders who shaped America's role in the world.Four distinguished...

Discover the fascinating creatures that roamed Earth millions of years ago. Smithsonian Dinosaurs and Other Amazing Creatures from Deep Time takes you on a journey through time, exploring the first...

Discover how steam power has transformed industries and transportation since Denis Papin's pioneering work. This informative text explores the history and applications of steam power, from its use in...

Jack Samsonite's latest misadventure is just around the corner. In this hilarious sequel to One Seriously Messed-Up Weekend, Jack returns with even more embarrassing moments and comedic gold.As he...

A devastating fire in 2005 destroyed millions of dollars' worth of California wine, setting back the industry by over $250 million. The perpetrator was Mark Anderson, a con man and thief who used his...

A rollicking and hilarious novel from Carl Hiaasen, featuring Jack Tagger's return to investigative reporting. When Jimmy Stoma, the front man of Jimmy and the Slut Puppies, dies in a scuba accident,...

In the year 2778, Jimmy Vik's luck seems to be running out. After two decades of interstellar mining, he's feeling downgraded and his ex-girlfriend is breathing down his neck. But when he stumbles...

Sonic Possible Worlds: Hearing the Continuum of Sound by Salomé Voegelin explores how sound shapes our understanding of the world and ourselves. Drawing on philosophical concepts, Voegelin examines...

Dave Haslam's memoir offers a beautifully judged account of the Manchester music scene in the late 20th century. Born out of a cultural moment and a young man who instinctively knew it was his, this...

Stanley Cavell's Conditions Handsome and Unhandsome: The Constitution of Emersonian Perfectionism is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection of philosophy and literature. In these three...

The emergence of Mormonism in 19th-century America was a pivotal moment in American religious history. Adam Jortner's "No Place for Saints" explores how this new religion gained widespread support...

Sonic the Hedgehog Tales of Terror and Deception: 6 Action-Packed Stories In 1Get ready for six thrilling adventures featuring the blue hedgehog and his friends as they face off against the evil Dr...

Sonia O'Sullivan's journey to Olympic glory began in her childhood, when she was known for being the fastest runner among her friends. As she grew older and joined a running club, Sonia's talent and...

The Science Behind Mummification In ancient Egypt, preserving the body was crucial for life after death. To achieve this, people used various techniques to protect and preserve their bodies. This...

Emotion: the Power of Change A Science-Based Approach to Ericksonian Hypnosis by Dr. G. Fredric MauThis book offers a science-based approach to hypnosis, exploring how emotion drives behavior and how...

The Horten Ho airplane was an experimental aircraft developed in Nazi Germany during World War II. Its purpose was to create a new fighter jet with exceptional speed, but it did not fly as planned...

Tracking a Storm: A Career in MeteorologyThis informative text explores the fascinating world of meteorology, highlighting the importance of weather forecasting and the role that meteorologists play...

Jimmy Fallon's debut children's book explores the world from a baby's point of view. In this lighthearted look at life, different animals try to teach their little ones that there are words beyond...

Jack Samsonite's week is shaping up to be a disaster. His mission? To pass his GCSEs, get noticed by the girl he likes, and survive without getting into too much trouble.With a half-baked plan in...

The Wright Brothers' Engines and Their Design is a detailed examination of the innovative engine designs developed by Orville and Wilbur Wright during their pioneering work in aviation. First...

Jimmy Flick's world is one of contradictions. He moves too fast and too slow, seeing too much and too little. His mother Paula is his anchor, teaching him to count sheep to calm his racing thoughts...

The Sonic Rhetorics of African American Folksong in the 1930s In 1933, John A. Lomax and his son Alan embarked on an expedition to record the folksongs of southern African-American prisoners as part...

Discover over 200 word search puzzles dedicated to the fascinating exhibits and beautiful gardens found in and around the Smithsonian's museums. This collection includes a wide variety of botanical...

The National Museum of African American History and Culture Official Guide is a comprehensive guide to the Smithsonian's newest museum. This fully illustrated guide takes visitors on a journey...

Sonic Bodies: Reggae Sound Systems, Performance Techniques, and Ways of Knowing by Julian Henriques explores the intersection of music, performance, and culture in the reggae genre. This book delves...

Fred Ross was raised by conservative parents who hoped he would "stay with his own kind," but instead became one of the most influential community organizers in American history. His activism began...

The Smithsonian National Gem Collection: Unearthed Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels by Jeffrey E. Post. Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most famous and valuable...

Sonic Mobilities: Producing Worlds in Southern China by Adam Kielman explores the unique cosmopolitanism of Guangzhou's popular music scene. This city, with its booming economy and abundant job...

How sound shapes our understanding of ourselves and the world around us is a complex task that our brains undertake with remarkable ease. In "Of Sound Mind", Nina Kraus explores this intricate...

Ausonius Moselle, Epigrams, and Other Poems by Deborah Warren presents translations of key works by Ausonius, a significant later Latin poet. His poems offer insights into the social and cultural...

Henry Harley "Hap" Arnold: A Visionary of Airpower Henry Harley "Hap" Arnold is one of the most significant figures in American aviation history. As the first Commanding General of the US Army Air...

Rockaway Blue A Novel by Larry Kirwan is a gripping story about a family's struggle to come to terms with tragedy. When Lieutenant Brian Murphy died in the World Trade Center on 9/11, his son Jimmy...

Discover the wonders of science with 50 fantastic experiments from bestselling author Steve Spangler. Vetting by the scientists at the Smithsonian Institution ensures that every project is accurate...

Surfing appears to be an effortless art, with surfers gliding over the water as if by magic. However, this is actually the result of scientific principles at work. This book explores the science...

Taking Photos from Space by Rane Anderson Learn how Landsat satellites are made using heat and discover how they're helping to save the planet. This book is part of a collaboration with the...

Therapeutic Interventions in Three Sentences: Reshaping Ericksonian Hypnotherapy by Talking to the Brain and Body presents an array of short, effective commands for use in connection with various...

Tools for Transforming Trauma by Robert Alan Schwarz provides clinicians with specific skills for treating traumatized individuals. This book offers detailed instructions and rationales for...

The Ancient Giants Who Ruled America: A 400-Year Cover-Up A groundbreaking study reveals that thousands of giant skeletons have been found in North America, particularly in the Mississippi Valley,...

The Memory of Sound: Preserving the Sonic Past By Seán Street Routledge, 2016 This book explores the connections between sound and memory across all electronic media, with a focus on radio. It...

Get to know the elements in a whole new way with this visually engaging guide to the periodic table.Every element is a unique character, with its own distinct personality and characteristics. From...

Choosing and Using a Dobsonian Telescope provides comprehensive guidance for anyone looking to purchase and use a Dobsonian telescope. This book offers a detailed history of the telescope,...

Just Beyond Listening: Essays of Sonic EncounterThis collection of essays explores how sound interacts with our senses and experiences, challenging traditional views of aurality. Michael C. Heller...

The platformer genre has been entertaining players for over 40 years, and Jumping For Joy is a celebration of everything it has to offer. This book takes you through the entire history of gaming,...

Dillon Ripley was a man of extraordinary vision and energy. As a Yale-educated ornithologist, conservationist, and cultural leader, he transformed the Smithsonian Institution into a vibrant...

The early American republic's emergence as a new nation on the world stage sparked intense debates among its leading statesmen. Thomas Jefferson envisioned a federation of republics united by common...

Exploring the role of sound in shaping the religious culture of 18th-century Moravian communities in Pennsylvania, Sarah Eyerly delves into the complex acoustic environments that characterized daily...

The Electoral College system that governs America has been in place since 1804. Designed by Thomas Jefferson's supporters to ensure majority rule, it awards the presidency to the candidate with the...

Sound experimentation by avant-garde theatre artists of the late-nineteenth and early-twentieth centuries is an important but overlooked aspect of theatre history. This book explores how artists...

Elizabeth Smith's remarkable life story was one of intellectual pursuits and hidden talents. Born in 1776, she navigated her place in the world with a self-conscious decision to conceal her many...

Wild Giant Pandas: A Chance for Lasting Survival In 1984, a team of ecologists led by Pan Wenshi embarked on a groundbreaking study of wild giant pandas in the Qinling Mountains. This pioneering...

The Bank War and the Partisan Press: Newspapers, Financial Institutions, and the Post Office in Jacksonian America by Stephen W. Campbell. President Andrew Jackson's conflict with the Second Bank of...

Twenty-five years after a traumatic event, the past comes back to haunt three men.Sean Devine, a seasoned homicide detective, Jimmy Marcus, an ex-con, and Dave Boyle, struggling to keep his demons at...

Big Top Burning: The True Story of an Arsonist, a Missing Girl, and the Greatest Show on Earth By Laura A. Woollett, Chicago Review Press, Incorporated, 2019. On October 1944, a devastating fire...

The Great Escape: A True Story of Forced Labor and Immigrant Dreams in America by Saket Soni. In 2006, an anonymous phone call changed everything for Saket Soni. An Indian migrant worker in...

The Wilsonian Moment: Self-determination and the International Origins of Anticolonial Nationalism by Erez Manela In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points offered a vision for a new world...

Preserving the White Man's Republic explores how the Democratic Party rebranded majoritarian democracy and liberal individualism as conservative means for white men to preserve their power in the...

All aboard for an exciting learning adventure! This interactive board book is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners who love trains. Featuring embossed textures, vibrant real-life...

Wool: The Graphic Novel is a gripping dystopian tale of humanity's struggle for survival. In a world where the outside world is hostile and the view of it is forbidden, a select few are given the...

Edmund Mendelssohn's White Musical Mythologies explores how modernist thinkers and composers reinterpreted non-European and pre-modern cultures to develop new conceptions of "pure sound". From Erik...

Jimmy Fallon's debut children's book is a heartwarming exploration of language and family. In this charming story, babies learn that there's more to life than just saying "Mama" for everything.Join...

The Guts by Roddy Doyle At 47, Jimmy Rabbitte is facing his biggest challenge yet. Diagnosed with bowel cancer, he's determined to make the most of the time he has left. But as he navigates life's...

Discover the wonders of our solar system with this engaging board book from Smithsonian Kids. With embossed textures and bright, detailed renderings, little learners can explore the 8 planets in our...

Sonic Engagement: The Ethics and Aesthetics of Community Engaged Audio Practice offers a comprehensive analysis of sound and audio in participatory interdisciplinary arts-led research and practice...

The story of Warner Bros. Records is one of remarkable success and unconventional thinking. From its humble beginnings to becoming the most successful record label in rock history, the company's...

A dead body is discovered in an empty carriage at Broadgate's cliff railway, locked from the inside. The victim has been stabbed in the back, and the local police are baffled by the impossible crime...

Long Way Home by Lynn Austin tells the story of Peggy Serrano's quest to help her childhood friend Jimmy Barnett, who has returned from World War II with a traumatic experience that has left him...

A haunting one act play by Jimmie Chinn, set in a nostalgic garden from his childhood. The story follows Robert as he returns to this place before embarking on a journey that will not be returned...

Jimmy Cornell's World Cruising Destinations is an indispensable companion for sailors planning their next adventure. With over 200,000 miles of ocean under his belt, Jimmy has extensive knowledge to...

An Hour Before Daylight: Memoirs of a Rural Boyhood by Jimmy CarterThis poignant memoir recounts Jimmy Carter's childhood on a Georgia farm during the Depression era, a time when the rhythms of...

Superman's transformation into a half-man, half-ant is a crisis that needs to be stopped. A meteor of red kryptonite has caused this bizarre change, and it's up to Jimmy Olsen to find a solution...

This Diary (World) Belongs to Molly and Jimmy by Laura Clark is a heartwarming story about two young friends who find solace in writing down their thoughts and feelings.Through their diary entries,...

Discover the story behind Mount Rushmore, one of America's most iconic national memorials. This informative book provides an in-depth look at the sculpture's creation and its significance.With...

Sonic Ethnography: Identity, Heritage and Creative Research Practice in Basilicata, Southern Italy This book explores how sound-making and listening practices shape local identities in southern...

The Native American Death Journey: Cygnus, Orion, the Milky Way, Giant Skeletons in Mounds, & the Smithsonian For centuries, the mysterious earthworks and burial mounds built by America's ancient...

The Battle for Air Superiority Over Germany, 1942-1944 This scholarly record examines the fight for control of the skies over western Europe during World War II. It delves into the technical details...

Curators at the Smithsonian Institution face significant challenges in collecting and exhibiting computer-based technology. This book explores how they have addressed these issues.The Smithsonian...

Sonic intimacy explores how sound shapes our relationships with each other and with technology. Malcolm James examines alternative music cultures from the Black Atlantic, including reggae sound...

Discover the Power of Sound Healing for a Healthier You Sound healing is a simple yet powerful tool for promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. By harnessing the therapeutic properties...

The Butcher's Boy by Kenny Dima is a poignant coming-of-age story about two teenagers who find love in unexpected places. During a long school summer holiday, Jimmy finds work at the local butcher's...

The Smithsonian Institution's first permanent exhibition on pop culture is now in book form. Entertainment Nation brings together nearly 300 breathtaking objects from the world of music, television,...

Across 1400 years and six continents, Impossible Histories explores pivotal moments in history from both sides - what happened and what would have happened had things gone differently. The results...

Your baby's first word will be "Dada!"Jimmy Fallon explores how fathers secretly campaign to ensure their babies' first word is "Dada!".A humorous and engaging look at the world of early language...

A Gentleman of Leisure by P. G. Wodehouse is a lighthearted comic novel that follows Jimmy Pitt, a man-about-town who takes a bet that he cannot commit burglary. However, when he breaks into the home...

A heartwarming tale of second chances and new beginnings unfolds in this poignant story. When two strangers meet by chance on a train ride, they share their deepest secrets and open their hearts to...

Lead A Stage Dive Novel by Kylie ScottThe lead singer of a notorious rock band is used to getting what he wants, but when a PR disaster lands him in rehab, his life takes an unexpected turn. There,...

For Jimmy Corby, money was the ultimate thrill. His life was a high-stakes party, fuelled by cocaine and adrenaline. But when he met Monica, his luck changed. Instead of burning out, his star shone...

Discover the Power of Sound Healing Erica Longdon's comprehensive guide explores the therapeutic and healing impact of sound, frequency, and vibration on the body, mind, and spirit. Learn how sound...

Jimmy Brennan's life has taken a devastating turn. After his mother's death and his girlfriend's betrayal, he flees Australia for Bali, seeking solace in the Indonesian holiday island. However, his...

The Valley of Lost Secrets is a gripping mystery about bravery and brotherhood among evacuees in the Second World War. When Jimmy is evacuated to a small village in Wales, he finds himself in a world...

The Great Escape: A True Story of Forced Labor and Immigrant Dreams in America by Saket Soni is a heart-wrenching tale of courage and resilience. In 2007, Saket Soni received an anonymous phone call...

The Unexpected Consequences Of Iron Overload A Paranormal, Romantic, Spoof Thriller by James Minter is a humorous and action-packed tale that combines elements of paranormal activity, romance, and...

The Bible Is a Catholic Book by Jimmy Akin explores the inseparable connection between the Bible and the Catholic Church. This book delves into the origins, formulation, truths, preservation, and...

The Loeb Classical Library presents a collection of mostly imperial verse, spanning over four and a half centuries. This two-volume anthology begins with the work of Publilius Syrus, who flourished...