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Barefoot Pirate is the captivating tale of one manâ??s pursuit of an unshakable dream–a true story of swashbuckling adventures, classic tall ships, and a sailorâ??s steadfast determination to prove himself right. It is the personal account of Captain Mike Burke and the world-famous Windjammer Barefoot Cruise line he built with his barefoot spirit and his iron will to succeed.

Brilliantly written with full-color photographs and illustrations, this book offers an insiderâ??s view of how Captain Mike managed to save classic sailing ships from sure destruction, and, along the way, put together one of the finest fleets of vessels in the world. Also included are stories of ships once owned by Aristotle Onassis, E.F. Hutton and his wife Marjorie Merriweather Post, and George Vanderbilt III, to mention only a few.

While you may never experience the excitement of boarding a tall ship or feel the sea spray on your face as your ship glides through the ocean, you can come close by sharing the many stories and pictures courtesy of Captain Mike Burke, the Barefoot Pirate.
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is the most famous rock and roll institution in the world. In 2009, the Hall of Fame celebrated its twenty-fifth year with numerous events in Cleveland and a two-day anniversary filmed concert on October 29 and 30, 2009 at Madison Square Garden. A four-hour edited version appeared on HBO.

An illustrated, vibrant book commemorating the Rock and Roll Hall of Fameâ??s twenty-fifth anniversary through colorful profiles of its inductees over the years, this volume includes a wealth of historical photography, archival memorabilia, and the low-down on the musicians and their contributions to the genre. It is published with the full support of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, allowing full access to their archives. Jann Wenner, co-founder and publishier of Rolling Stone magazine, has contributed the foreword. It is an essential volume that completes every rock lover’s bookshelf.

Every inductee in the Hall of Fame is included–from musicians to producers–in an engaging visual format that features great vintage and contemporary photography, memorabilia from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, first-person quotes and anecdotes, encapsulated biographies, statistics on top-selling records, hits, awards, influences and influencers. Often hilarious, sometimes sentimental and sometimes very serious, the book answers questions like: What did Sheryl Crow say when she inducted Fleetwood Mac? What did the Edge say when he inducted the Clash? What did Bono say when he inducted Bruce Springsteen in 1999–and six years later, what did Springsteen say about U2? It is a seminal book for rock and roll fans around the world.

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San Diego is home to breathtaking oceans vistas, charming seaside communities, and world-class entertainment, all of which give this romantic coastal city its identity and appeal. This beautiful book provides a visual tour of San Diego’s favorite attractions, including the famous San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, and Balboa Park’s historic museums. Graced with southern California’s mild climate and more than 300 days of sunshine, San Diego is the ideal destination. Local author Charlene Baldridge shares her intimate knowledge of the area by discussing San Diego’s colorful history, arts and culture, and endless outdoor activities. Filled with stunning photographs that capture the region’s unique character, this oversized book features some of California’s best photographers. So take some time and experience San Diego, one of America’s finest cities.
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