Brian May Livres

Slipcase Hardcover including a 3-D viewer invented by Brian May

The narrative explores the creation of Brian May's iconic homemade guitar, known as the Red Special, which played a pivotal role in shaping Queen's unique sound. It delves into May's innovative design choices, the craftsmanship involved, and the guitar's influence on the band's music and performances. Personal anecdotes and insights from May himself highlight the deep connection between the instrument and the legendary rock group, illustrating how a simple creation became central to their success and legacy in the music world.

Get the full story behind the Red Special, Brian May's hand-built guitar--a unique instrument that helped make May's musical dreams come true. In 1963, Brian May and his father Harold started to build the Red Special--an electric guitar meant to outperform anything commercially made. Here, Brian talks about of his one-of-a-kind instrument, from its creation on. He played it on every single Queen album and during the band's amazing shows: the roof of Buckingham Palace, Live Aid, the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics . . . and beyond. Along with original diagrams, sketches, and notes, May has included a great selection of photographs of himself with the guitar--which was fully dismantled so it could be shot-- as well as close-ups and X-rays.

Offering a satirical glimpse into 1860s perceptions of Hell, this complete edition features all cards from the cult classic series. The 3-D cards vividly depict scenes of torture, fire, and debauchery, showcasing the excesses of the era under Napoleon III’s oppressive regime. With striking imagery of scantily clad women and the devil himself, the collection captures a unique blend of dark humor and social commentary, making it a fascinating exploration of historical and cultural themes.

The narrative focuses on the construction of a pressure-scanned Fabry-Perot Spectrometer, featuring a photomultiplier and pulse-counting electronics. It details the deployment of this sophisticated instrument to capture high-resolution spectra of the Zodiacal Light, highlighting the technical challenges and advancements in optical spectroscopy.

Who knows what Brian May was thinking when he wrote "We Will Rock You" for Queen? As a lifelong astrophysics aficionado, he may have been thinking about the origins of the universe. He's certainly been thinking about it lately. May, a freshly minted astrophysics Ph.D., joins forces with legendary astronomer Patrick Moore and astrophysicist Chris Lintott in Bang! to consider the history of the universe from the Big Bang to Heat Death.Space, time, and matter were birthed 13.7 billion years ago and will continue on longer than we are able to comprehend. Infinitesimally small at first, the Universe is immense and ever expanding. Bang! explains how it all started, takes you on a tour of what is known about the evolution of the Universe, and posits how the end of time will come about.This fascinating book includes photographs, short biographies of key figures, an at-a-glance timeline, a glossary of terms, and suggested resources for further exploration.Based on the work of history's most brilliant scientific minds, this amazing story features clear, straightforward discussions of the most perplexing and compelling aspects of existence -- from the formation of stars, planets, and other galactic bodies to black holes, quasars, anti-matter, and dark matter to the emergence of life and the possibility that it could exist elsewhere.Pick up a copy of Bang! It will, it will rock you.

The book explores the complex interplay of social conditions, politics, economics, and cultural barriers that hinder Western-style socio-economic development in the Third World. Through a critical lens, it examines the factors contributing to stagnation in these regions, offering a provocative analysis that challenges conventional perspectives. First published in 1981, it remains a significant commentary on the issues faced by developing nations.

Exploring the complexities of unilateral nuclear disarmament, the book delves into the geopolitical dynamics between Russia and America, particularly during the Cold War era. It examines the implications of nuclear policies on Western Europe, presenting a critical analysis of the historical context and the potential consequences of disarmament. Through its dual approach, it invites readers to consider the balance of power and the future of international relations in a nuclear-armed world.

Exploring the hypothetical continuation of Orwell's work, this book delves into the themes and ideas that could have emerged had he lived beyond 1984. By quoting, parodying, and pastiching his diaries from the final years of his life, it provides a prequel that examines the complexities and inconsistencies within 1984. The narrative invites readers to reflect on Orwell's thoughts and the societal issues he grappled with, offering a deeper understanding of his literary legacy and vision.

The book critiques Indonesia's economic struggles by asserting that the imposition of a Western economic model fails to consider the unique cultural and psychological context of its population. It explores the consequences of such an approach, highlighting how it has hindered genuine development and understanding of local needs. This controversial perspective invites readers to reconsider the effectiveness of universal economic strategies in diverse cultural settings.