In this lively history and celebration of the Pacific razor clam, David Berger shares with us his love affair with the glossy, gold-colored Siliqua patula and gets into the nitty-gritty of how to dig, clean, and cook them using his favorite recipes. In the course of his investigation, Berger brings to light the long history of razor clamming as a subsistence, commercial, and recreational activity, and shows the ways it has helped shape both the identity and the psyche of the Pacific Northwest. Towing his wife along to the Long Beach razor clam festival, Berger quizzes local experts on the pressing question: tube or gun? He illuminates the science behind the perplexing rules and restrictions that seek to keep the razor clam population healthy and the biomechanics that make these delicious bivalves so challenging to catch. And he joyfully takes part in the sometimes freezing cold pursuit that nonetheless attracts tens of thousands of participants each year for an iconic "beach-to-table" experience.

Razor Clams: Buried Treasure of the Pacific Northwest (Northwest Writers Fund xx)

History

Berger, David

Americas

University of Washington Press

In this lively history and celebration of the Pacific razor clam, David Berger shares with us his love affair with the glossy, gold-colored Siliqua patula and gets into the nitty-gritty of how to dig, clean, and cook them using his favorite recipes. In the course of his investigation, Berger brings to light the long history of razor clamming as a subsistence, commercial, and recreational activity, and shows the ways it has helped shape both the identity and the psyche of the Pacific Northwest. Towing his wife along to the Long Beach razor clam festival, Berger quizzes local experts on the pressing question: tube or gun? He illuminates the science behind the perplexing rules and restrictions that seek to keep the razor clam population healthy and the biomechanics that make these delicious bivalves so challenging to catch. And he joyfully takes part in the sometimes freezing cold pursuit that nonetheless attracts tens of thousands of participants each year for an iconic "beach-to-table" experience. Watch the book trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiyG20LdLVw

Razor Clams: Buried Treasure of the Pacific Northwest

One born of air. One born of fire. Together, two teenagers must stop a god war.\nConall and Aedan, having reached their sixteenth year, both leave their homes to go on a quest for their spirit guides, only to be swept into intrigue and mystery when the Elder Druids tell the boys they are tied to prophecy about a great war between the Ancient Ones, the Ársa and the Fonn, who want to do battle on the lands of Inis Crainnshir—one that could destroy both the mortal and immortal realms alike, including Tir na nÓg, the Otherworld.\nTo prevent this, Conall—with his hawk, Lann—and Aedan—with his dragon, Fiachra—will journey to find the thirteen Wands of Danu dispersed across the world. Not only will they travel through perilous lands unknown, but also contend with banshees and other monsters, as well as the dark Fomoragh, a demonic band whose sole purpose is chaos.\nWith the aid of druids, friends—new and unlikely, and heroes, Conall and Aedan need to go from farm boys to warriors if they have any chance for success.\nThey learn something, however, that ties them to the Ancient Ones, something that will challenge their quest and forever alter their friendship.

The Quest of Wyndracer and Fyrehunter: Book 1

LGBTQ+ Books

Literature & Fiction

Bowker

For Aegis, Zodiak, Aether, and Talon, operatives in the United Nations Task Force: Gaea, life should have returned to normal after they restored the cosmic balance that a reckless elder goddess shattered, but because of the intervention of the Fates, they would never remember what life was like before. With history now unfolding the way it was supposed to, paranoia plagues this new time line, and tight-fisted governments mandate control through a pervasive military presence, DNA scans, and surveillance cameras. Inexplicable occurrences all over the world give way to a new mission for Task Force: Gaea when an ancient cloudlike evil referred to in prophecy only as The Nebulous One emerges from Tartaros, with the intention of devouring the Olympeian gods. But, before she can find them, all of the gods but Apollo have disappeared. Leaving chaos and human corpses in her wake, she oozes her way across the globe to satisfy her hunger. Apollo will not face this threat alone, and it then becomes a race: will he and Task Force: Gaea find and vanquish this primordial goddess without falling prey to her power before she finds the gods? Aegis and his teammates, perhaps as a side effect of their encounters with The Nebulous One, have to battle personal demons in the form of potent memories that could jeopardize their mission’s success, seemingly insurmountable obstacles that could indeed mean the end of their team. Starting in antiquity and moving to the modern day, this epic battle between good and evil leaves both immortal and mortal alike wondering whether memory can be a blessing… or a curse.

Task Force: Gaea: Memory's Curse

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Fantasy

David Berger

Zodiak’s identity quest to ancient Arkadeia may leave his teammates, Aegis, Talon, and Aether vulnerable in the modern day when a long-forgotten and powerful criminal—a son of Gaea—escapes Tartaros to continue the undertaking he began millennia ago. In the wake of Lismonia’s godhunt, this new mission begins with misunderstood prophecies and a series of gruesome murders ultimately leading to a betrayal that could tear apart the team. And, Gaea’s son has just begun. The investigation brings to light The Liar’s Prophecy, and an unsuspecting Task Force: Gaea has no choice but to see it to completion, an enterprise that could bring them to the threshold of madness. Lies and secrets surface that reveal mysteries surrounding not only the gods of Olympos, but also Aegis, Talon, Aether, and Zodiak—these secrets will forever change the nature of Task Force: GAEA. One among them is fated to fall because even death cannot protect you from your past.

Task Force: Gaea: The Liar's Prophecy

David Berger Books

This book is for anyone who writes, plays or listens to jazz. It explains the writing process and the construction of jazz pieces. I’ve attempted to answer many of the questions that arrangers and composers ask themselves when they are writing. Players who read this book will better understand the arrangements that they play and will get more from their listening which will make them better at interpreting the music they perform. Listeners will get into the creators’ heads and appreciate the jazz experience to a greater degree.What The Experts Are Saying:"I love David Berger's new book, Creative Jazz Composing and Arranging. His vivid description of his own musical development from childhood on imparts many valuable insights. The discussion of the musical content is clear and concise, while a respect and passion for the music and the creative process is evident throughout. The big band scores are brilliant pieces of music that are steeped in the rich tradition of jazz, but also convey the unique musical character that is David Berger. It is a joy to be able to get inside the head of one of my favorite jazz writers and bandleaders. Beside the wealth of information, understanding and encouragement contained in these pages, the anecdotes related to Duke Ellington and the musicians who performed in his orchestra are just one more reason to get this book in your hands."- Bill Dobbins -Professor of Jazz Composition and Arranging, Eastman School of Music"Among the musicians I know who pay attention to the broad concepts and fine details of composing and arranging jazz music, no one pays more attention than Dave Berger. He thinks about everything: formal ideas, textural contrasts, emotional expression, instrumental color and variety, motivic development, expectation and surprise, - more things than I can think of to enumerate. And he produces music that achieves an artistically satisfying balance in its elements - all the while maintaining continuity with the spirit that brought him to jazz in the first place. That alone is a remarkable achievement. That he has had the patience and focus to dissect his creative thought processes meticulously, down to the level of the finest details, and lay those thoughts bare so that others might learn from them is even more remarkable. If someone has thought about it, David has described it. I don’t know anywhere anyone interested in this could learn more or learn it any more directly." - Chuck Israels -Bassist, Composer, Arranger, Author"When I first started playing with the National Jazz Ensemble in the late 70’s, Dave Berger’s work as chief composer and arranger made quite an impression on me. I marveled at what seemed to me a magical, mysterious ability to create and arrange music for big band. In his Creative Jazz Composing and Arranging, Berger demystifies this ability for the reader by clearly demonstrating - in a voice that is personal, humorous, as well as instructive - the techniques needed to become a master arranger. Creative Jazz Composing and Arranging is an important addition to the teaching canon and wonderful tool for any artist, whether they are just learning how the magic of this music is made or refining their existing style.” - Ted Nash - Saxophonist/Arranger JALCO, BMI Jazz Composers Workshop "A student today has several choices of arranging books. But a book is like a tool; there is a certain one for a particular task. David Berger’s book is designed for the intermediate to advanced student who has decided to become a professional jazz arranger along with the realization that a solid understanding of the tradition is essential. Mr. Berger provides an in-depth analysis of his music and thought process. More importantly, his 50-years of professional experience (and candid recounting of his own journey as a young student) provides invaluable and practical wisdom that is not readily found in written form." - Rich DeRosa - University of North Texas

Creative Jazz Composing and Arranging

Arts & Photography

Music

David Berger Jazz Orchestra

Darkness Peering: Tales from the Bent Side brings to you 15 original tales of darkness and the macabre-with a distinctly LGBTQ twist. Written by 9 authors from around the country, this collection includes: - David Berger's "The Returning," in which a weary detective tracks a most unusual serial killer- Simon Graves' "Inconceivable," in which a young gay couple will do whatever it takes to have a baby- Daniel Kelly's "Unholy Matrimony," in which a homophobic wedding planner adds a few unconventional touches to her first gay wedding- Michael Manschot's "The Angler," in which a young man on summer break gets a very special welcome home- Patrick Raith's "Moonlight," in which a fledgling vampire adjusts to her new reality- Peter Saenz's "The Gift," in which a dying man is granted one final wish- Michael Van London's "Under the Dock," in which a young man encounters a foreboding presence beneath his beach house- David Warner's "Blood Will Tell," in which a reluctant spiritualist has a most unexpected visitor- David Wolfhaven's "Steamed," in which a night out at a gay bathhouse becomes a bloodbath... plus seven other tales that will leave you breathless.

In Darkness Peering: Tales from the Bent Side

Saenz, Peter

Kelly, Daniel W.

Graves, Simon

Warner, David D.

Wolfhaven, David

Raith, Patrick

Manschot, Michael

Van London, M.

doorQ.com Publishing

Using practical examples the authors take the novice investor through the basics of investing. Includes how to sort out personal finances, decide on investment objectives, choose companies to research and how to interpret a company report. A companion to the MOTLEY FOOL UK WEB SITE.

The ' Motley Fool Uk Investment Workbook

Business & Money

Economics

Boxtree

A guide to financial investment without entrusting personal savings to professional advisers, which can result in under-performance and excessive charges.

Motley Fool Uk Investment Guide How the Foo

Named "Best Jazz Book of 2008" by The Jazz Journalists Association"2009 Award for Excellence in Historical Recorded Sound Research" by ARSC (Association for Recorded Sound Collections)
Legendary African American jazz bassist and photographer Milt Hinton (1910-2000) tells his compelling life story and illustrates it with more than 260 of his photographs, exquisitely reproduced in this collectors' edition.
Hinton's stories--witnessing a lynching as a child in Mississippi, working for Al Capone, breaking the color line in the recording studio--are equal to his celebrated photographs: capturing life on the road with Cab Calloway, Billie Holiday at her last recording date, and personal and professional views of icons such as Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, Dizzy Gillespie, and Barbra Streisand. Playing the Changes draws from Hinton and Berger's earlier Bass Line, but differs significantly from that 1988 classic. Milt's narrative takes up where the earlier story left off, and more than 140 new photographs augment 115 of his best-known images. It also boasts a CD of Milt telling stories and performing music, as well as a discography and filmography.

Playing the Changes: Milt Hinton's Life in Stories and Photographs

Hinton, Milt

Maxson, Holly

Individual Artists

Vanderbilt University Press

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