Featuring more than 100 recipes, Amaro is the first book to demystify the ever-expanding, bittersweet world, and is a must-have for any home cocktail enthusiast or industry professional.The European tradition of making bittersweet liqueurs--called amari in Italian--has been around for centuries. But it is only recently that these herbaceous digestifs have moved from the dusty back bar to center stage in the United States, and become a key ingredie...

This early work on dance steps is a fascinating read for any dance enthusiast. It provides the means of obtaining a working knowledge of the simple fundamentals necessary in becoming proficient in the social dances. Contents Include: Explanation of Terms and Abbreviations, Dance Fundamentals, The Fox-Trot, The Waltz, The Rumba, The Samba, The Tango, The Mambo, and The Lindy. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and inc...

Gone are the days when a lonely bottle of Angostura bitters held court behind the bar. A cocktail renaissance has swept across the country, inspiring in bartenders and their thirsty patrons a new fascination with the ingredients, techniques, and traditions that make the American cocktail so special. And few ingredients have as rich a history or serve as fundamental a role in our beverage heritage as bitters.Author and bitters enthusiast Brad Thomas Parsons traces t...

From the James Beard Award-winning author of Bitters and Amaro comes this poignant, funny, and often elegiac exploration of the question, What is the last thing you'd want to drink before you die?, with bartender profiles, portraits, and cocktail recipes.JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST • WINNER OF THE TALES OF THE COCKTAIL SPIRITED AWARD® • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY CHICAGO TRIBUNEEveryone knows th...

Distillery Cats contains the whimsical tales of working cats in distilleries around the world, with charming illustrations of the beloved mousers.Distillery Cats cheekily tells the tale of the historical role of these spirited cats and their evolution from organic pest control to current brand ambassadors. James Beard Award-winning author (and noted cat enthusiast) Brad Thomas Parsons profiles 30 of the world's most adorable and lovable distillery...

Gothic Classics: 60+ Books in One Volume offers a rich tapestry of narratives steeped in the shadowy realms of the Gothic tradition, masterfully invoking sentiments of mystery, horror, and the sublime. This anthology covers a vast array of literary styles from haunting tales of supernatural terror to intricate plots of psychological suspense, each contributing to the Gothic ethos. The collection's significance is immortalized in its sheer diversity and the timeless appeal of its narratives...

The Book of Gothic Tales offers a diverse and poignant exploration into the world of Gothic storytelling, collecting numerous treasures from the pantheon of influential authors who have shaped this haunting genre. Through tales steeped in mystery, horror, and romanticism, this anthology delves into the intricate tapestries of human emotion and the sublime. The collection spans a vast array of literary styles, from the chilling atmospheres conjured by Edgar Allan Poe to the nuanced characte...

America’s Wild West created an untold number of notorious characters, and in southwestern Texas, John King Fisher (1855-1884) was foremost among them. To friends and foes alike, he insisted he be called “King.” Standing over six feet tall, a dark and handsome man, King often dressed as a frontier dandy. A Texas Ranger remembered King as wearing an “ornamented Mexican sombrero, a black Mexican jacket embroidered with gold, a crimson sash and boots, with two silver-plated, ivory-handled revo...

Richard Hovey's poignant poem, "Seaward: An Elegy on the Death of Thomas William Parsons," masterfully weaves themes of loss, friendship, and the inexorable passage of time. Written in a lyrical style that showcases Hovey's deep appreciation for rhythmic elegance, the work is rich in imagery and natural metaphor. It explores the emotional landscape of mourning while paying tribute to Parsons, a fellow poet and friend, by placing the profound impact of death against the vastness of the sea'...

Ben Thompson was a remarkable man, and few Texans can claim to have crowded more excitement, danger, drama, and tragedy into their lives than he did. He was an Indian fighter, Texas Ranger, Confederate cavalryman, mercenary for a foreign emperor, hired gun for a railroad, an elected lawman, professional gambler, and the victor of numerous gunfights. As a leading member of the Wild West’s sporting element, Ben Thompson spent most of his life moving in the unsavory underbelly of the West: sa...

Paniek. Angst. Chaos. Hoe komen we hier ooit levend uit? Deze gedachten moeten door het hoofd van piloot Michael Parson zijn gevlogen, wanneer hij ontdekt dat er een bom in zijn militaire vliegtuig de C-5 Galaxy bevindt. Met talloze slachtoffers aan boord na een bomaanslag in Afghanistan, moest en zou Parson ze veilig afleveren in het militaire ziekenhuis in Duitsland. Maar hoe? De cabinedruk neemt af en meerdere passagiers overlijden. Geen enkele luchthaven laat hem landen, maar de paniek...

The anthology '60 Gothic Classics' immerses readers in the eerie, mystic realms of Gothic literature, showcasing a wide range of literary styles from macabre narratives to psychological thrillers. This collection highlights the eclectic tapestry of Gothic themes, from haunting tales of supernatural phenomena to profound examinations of human dread and desire. The anthology is significant for its representation of diverse narratives, linking classic works across centuries and continents int...