A complete list of all Joris-Karl Huysmans / J.K. Huysmans's books in order (21 books). Browse plot descriptions, book covers, genres, pseudonyms, ratings and awards.
During the s, Humperdinck had significant North American chart successes with "After the Lovin'" () and "This Moment in Time" (). Having garnered a reputation as a prolific concert performer, he received renewed attention during the s lounge revival with his recordings of " Lesbian Seagull " for the soundtrack of Beavis and Butt.
In this biography of Alan Greenspan, CFR's Sebastian Mallaby brilliantly explores Greenspan's life and legacy and tells the story of the making of modern finance.
Lapu-Lapu is recognized as a national hero in the Philippines, symbolizing resistance against colonization. His fierce opposition to Spanish forces during the Battle of Mactan in 1521 marked a significant moment in Philippine history.
The Five Satins were a vocal group that formed in New Haven, CT, in They didn't meet with much success at first, and went through some personnel changes. The reconstituted group recorded what turned out to be a "doo-wop" classic, "In the Still of the Night" for the small local label Standard Records.
Umar Ibn Al-Khattab ( – ) The Second Muslim Caliph, Umar played a key role in the expansion of Islam following the death of the prophet Muhammad. Umar was considered a pious Muslim who played a role in compiling the first Quran.
"The Essential Drucker contains twenty-six selections on management in the organization, management and the individual, and management and society. It covers the basic principles and concerns of management and its problems, challenges, and opportunities, giving managers, executives, and professionals the tools to perform the tasks that the.
Shahid Kapoor. Actor: Haider. Shahid's rise to stardom reads like a bollywood script: from a struggler to a winner. With his hard work, perseverance and sincerity, he has written his own destiny. Shahid is a mine of unabashed talent and spark, beneath his calm and innocent veneer.
So theologians had to explain how Mary could have been ever-virgin––by the standard of having an intact hymen––and given birth (recall that quote from the Lateran Council: Mary “gave birth to Him without injury, her virginity remaining equally inviolate after the birth”).
George III became king of Great Britain and Ireland in 1760 following his grandfather George II’s death. In his accession speech to Parliament, the 22-year-old monarch played down.
HOUSTON, TX - Baseball America announced today that Astros manager Dusty Baker has been named their Manager of the Year. Baker is the third Astros manager to win this award, joining Larry Dierker () and AJ Hinch ().