A step-by-step guide to building a classic working boat, the menhaden steamer. Modeler Steve Rogers guides the reader through the complete process, hull master to rigging, for building a 1/2-inch scale, 56-inch model of this wonderful fishing boat. The result will be a work of art that will find a welcome place in any collection.
Focusing on the art of model boat building, this guide details the intricate process of constructing a skipjack, one of the most ambitious projects offered by Steve Rogers. Designed at a 1/2" scale, the model replicates a 45-foot skipjack with a 15-foot beam. The book includes comprehensive drawings, patterns, jigs, and accessories, ensuring a thorough understanding for builders. Clear color photographs accompany concise captions, providing step-by-step visual instruction to create a stunning sailing model.
The picaresque tale of the vitriolic, highly public quarrel between the poet Alexander Pope and the publisher Edmund Curll.
The narrative unfolds through the perspective of a ghostwriter, who reveals the challenges and frustrations of writing for someone like Paul Newman. The ghostwriter expresses a sense of unacknowledged talent, feeling overshadowed and underappreciated in a world that often overlooks true genius. Through this lens, the book explores themes of creativity, recognition, and the often invisible role of those who help bring stories to life, highlighting the complexities of authorship and the struggle for validation.
Peter Graham's life takes a turn for the worse after a breakup leaves him feeling lost in Southend-on-Sea, a place he despises. Struggling with a low-paying job, he dreams of escaping but feels trapped. Initially isolating himself from the locals, Peter's perspective shifts as he becomes entangled in a sinister world of intrigue and blackmail, forcing him to confront his circumstances and the people around him.
The Fragmented Tale of an Alzheimer's Afflicted Lifetime Duffer
Told from the perspective of an 85-year-old living with Alzheimer's, this narrative explores the poignant and often fragmented memories of its protagonist. As the character navigates the challenges of the disease, the story delves into themes of identity, memory, and the enduring impact of the past. Through vivid recollections and emotional depth, the book offers a unique insight into the experience of aging and the struggle to hold onto one’s sense of self amidst the ravages of time and illness.
Set against the backdrop of 1970s and 1980s London and Essex, the story centers on Brian Adams, an ordinary man who unexpectedly becomes a pioneer in home marijuana cultivation. Despite his remarkable talent for growing high-quality plants, his struggles with acute paranoia hinder his success. Seeking solace, he relocates to a seemingly idyllic English village, hoping for a peaceful life free from his fears. However, he soon realizes that the village holds its own hidden complexities, challenging his quest for tranquility.
The story revolves around Tom Bosich, a mechanic who secretly hoarded gold from the Cleary's Creek gold mine before a fire leads to its abandonment. Set against the backdrop of outback Western Australia, the narrative explores themes of greed and lost opportunities as Tom's plans to retrieve the gold are complicated by the passage of time and changing circumstances. As the mine is left behind, the implications of his actions and the hidden treasure linger in the air, reflecting on the intersection of ambition and fate.
Focusing on the beauty of working boats, this collection features fifty-eight landscape paintings that showcase the Chesapeake Bay and coastal Maine. Steve Rogers intricately depicts the daily lives of crabbers, oystermen, lobstermen, and fishermen, highlighting the unique ecosystems they inhabit. Through his richly-textured artwork, Rogers not only celebrates the maritime culture but also emphasizes the importance of preserving these ecologically-challenged environments, reflecting his deep connection to the American watermen heritage.
Set in a nursing home, the narrative follows Tom Ryan Jr., who grapples with the same Alzheimer's fate as his father, Tom Sr. As he wheels himself to the familiar Astro Turf, he clings to fragmented memories of his life on the golf course. The story blends sarcasm with tragedy, exploring themes of loneliness and redemption through the eyes of an Alzheimer's-afflicted narrator. This novel serves as a sequel to Lost in Love Grass and showcases the author's diverse writing, including children's books.