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Few American television series are as deeply entrenched in twentieth-century popular culture as M*A*S*H, a Korean War medical comedy characterized by its dark tone and finesse in tackling serious social and political issues. By the end of its run, M*A*S*H had been a mainstream hit for several seasons and won fourteen Emmys, leading it to be called, "the most popular pre-Seinfeld series in television history." In this comprehensive study of M*A*S*H, David Scott Diffrient analyzes the series' contextual issues such as its creation, reception, and circulation as well as textual issues like its formal innovations, narrative strategies, and themes.

"You could get addicted to this series. Easily." *The New York Times Book Review 1793 *In the seas of revolution . . . A farmer, a bloody farmer! Knee-deep in dung and fathoms from the nearest port, Alan Lewrie, swashbuckling naval warrior turned family man, longs for battle. And when it comes...

At the opening of his third novel in an ongoing adventure series by Patrick O'Brian, Jack Aubrey is cruising off Cape Sicie when his friend Stephen Maturin (more serenely situated in Sussex) is informed of the Board's decision regarding Aubrey's prize money, taken after victorious engagement with a Spanish squadron at Cape Santa Maria. The money, five million pieces of eight, is not, as is the custom of war, to be divided among the crews of the four victorious vessels.

"MASH: Still Funny, Fabulous and Filthy at Fifty" Offers an unprecedented deep dive into one of television's most beloved series, MAS*H, on its 50th anniversary. Through meticulous research and rich analysis, this definitive volume explores how a sitcom about a mobile army surgical hospital transformed television forever. From the groundbreaking pilot to the record-shattering finale, readers will discover the intricate character dynamics, innovative production techniques, and fearless storytelling that made MAS*H a cultural phenomenon. This comprehensive examination reveals how the 4077th ...

The H.M.S. Unseen is one of the most efficient, lethal submarines ever built. But suddenly, on a training mission off the English coast, it vanishes, baffling military intelligence on both sides of the Atlantic, including National Security Adviser Admiral Arnold Morgan. A missing weapon is...

Crime, poverty, death and pain are all a recurring theme for many people who live in Memphis. This urban, inner city jungle is known for chewing people up and spitting them out, draining all hope for a happy life out of their minds. This harsh reality is true for most, including Moses Josiah Walker known on the streets as Big Moe. Big Moe was raised in the streets by his father Pimpin Black and his mama Trina, Pimpin Black’s bottom hoe. After years of coaching to carry on his father’s legacy, Big Moe steps into his rightful position as the top pimp on the streets. However,his climb to ...

A dark secret hangs over the Caribbean. Britain is at war with Napoleon, amid this chaos, a shadowy network acts against the common good. Lives hang in the balance while a young and ambitious lieutenant takes his new assignment aboard the H.M.S Valor. Circumstances soon lead him down a path, where he must weigh traditional judgement carefully. With sword and pistol in hand, he will confront his fate, where things are not as simple as they first appear, and the path of honor looks an awful lot like treason.

Jamie Farr Before M*A*S*H? Already A Star! He was hired for one day’s work. He stayed for eleven years. This is the story of how Jamie Farr survived the Hollywood grind to create a television icon. In October 1972, a struggling 38-year-old character actor named Jamie Farr walked into a trailer at the 20th Century Fox Ranch. Hanging on the rack was a Women’s Army Corps uniform. The job was simple: one scene, $250, and a sight gag about a soldier trying to get a Section 8 discharge.+1 He wasn't supposed to come back. So why did Corporal Maxwell Q. Klinger become the only character to ...

H.M.S. Surprise, the third in O'Brian's acclaimed Aubrey-Maturin series, follows the variable fortunes of Captain Jack Aubrey's career in Nelson's navy, as he attempts to hold his ground against admirals, colleagues, and the enemy, and accepts a commission to convey a British ambassador to the East Indies. The voyage leads him and his friend Stephen Maturin to the strange sights and smells of the Indian subcontinent, and through the archipelago of Spice Islands where the French have superiority.

He took this as a challenge causing him to set high goals for himself, which he exceeded despite these obstacles. This book not only recounts Dr. Rubin’s personal victories, but also serves as a roadmap for listeners seeking inspiration and guidance to conquer their own hurdles.

Malta 1941. To most people H.M.S. Saracen is just an ugly, obsolete ship with an equally ugly recent history: her last commander is due for court-martial after shelling the troops he was sent to protect. But to Captain Richard Chesnaye she brings back memories - memories of the First World War when he and the old monitor went through the Gallipoli campaign together. It seems that captain and ship are both past their best. But as the war enters a new phase Chesnaye senses the possibility of a fresh, significant role - for him and the Saracen.

The truth is, being a great leader doesn’t mean you need to have a fancy job title. You don’t have to be overly assertive, and you don’t need to rule with an “iron fist”. Following the simple framework in this book, you can quickly go from putting out fires at work to building a collaborative and cooperative team. A team that respects and follows you, not because you’re a manager, but because you are the boss. But the choice is yours. You can keep second-guessing every decision you make. Or you can bring out the strong leader within and inspire your team to success.

In 1787, William Bligh, commander of the Bounty, sailed under Captain Cook on a voyage to Tahiti to collect plants of the breadfruit tree, with a view to acclimatizing the species to the West Indies. During their six-month stay on the island, his men became completely demoralized, and on the return voyage mutinied. Yet a resentful crew, coupled with ravaging storms and ruthless savages, proved to be merely stages leading up to the anxiety-charged ordeal to come.

Jack Aubrey får til opgave at sejle en britisk ambassadør til Indien på fregatten H.M.S. Surprise, og sammen med sin ven og makker, Stephen Maturin, begiver han sig ud på den lange rejse, der skal gå rundt om Afrikas sydspids. Undervejs støder de både på orkaner og fjendtlige franskmænd, som må overvindes, før de kan komme til at opleve orientens fremmedartede syner og dufte på nært hold. "Meget, meget få bøger har fået mit hjerte til at hamre af spænding. ‘H.M.S. Surprise‘ gjorde det.

In a personal but objective narrative based on the Bounty's log, Bligh himself tells of the stormy voyage to Tahiti, his crew's insatiable attachment to the island paradise, and the incredible 3,600-mile journey to safety after the mutineers cast him, and 18 loyal crew members, adrift in a small, open boat with few supplies. Bligh's detractors say this narrative has many distortions and omissions; others judge it a remarkably dispassionate record.

They Escaped the Rope—Now They Choose Who Deserves It. In the Old West, where law is thin and survival is earned one hard day at a time, two men ride a line few dare to walk. Colt Lewis is a gunman out of Nevada—a man whose speed with a revolver has kept him alive when others fell. He trusts instinct over law, action over talk, and knows that in a fight, hesitation is death. Kogi is something the frontier has never seen—a samurai without a master, carrying the traditions of a shattered past across an unforgiving land. His blade is precise, his discipline absolute, and his code of ...

Short stories by Arash Dabestani. Please note: This audiobook is in Persian.

Since its creation, social media has dominated the headlines, and more apps are popping up every day. MySpace and Friendster paved the way for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok…and there’s always a new evolution just around the corner. That’s the beauty of social media. The most successful businesses are utilizing trends to attract new customers, speak to their loyal ones, and maximize their potential. And if you’re going to live up to the competition, your business needs to join them. You need a medium for interacting with customers…and social media is the answer.

This documentary records the events of the most celebrated mutiny in the annals of the sea: the 1789 revolt against Captain William Bligh in the West Indies. Was Bligh a sadistic disciplinarian who terrorized his crew? Or a superb and misunderstood seaman? Over 200 years later, the controversy surrounding this legendary captain still rages. The truth may lie in this narrative based on the ship’s log, in which Bligh writes of the resentful crew, ravaging storms, and uncharted islands that led to mutiny.

The S.T.E.A.M.S.H.I.P.S. framework is a comprehensive educational and philosophical model designed to foster sovereignty and excellence for people of African descent. By expanding the traditional STEM acronym to include Arts, Spirituality, Holistic Health, Innovation, Prosperity, and Sustainability, the book argues for a holistic development of the individual and the collective. The text highlights a historical pattern where Black innovation has been exploited by others and advocates for a shift toward institutional ownership and economic self-determination. Each chapter serves as a ...