Chris Epting Bücher

Explore a diverse array of pop culture treasures, from iconic artifacts like George Washington's wooden teeth and Dorothy's ruby slippers to unique collections housed in unusual venues such as the Sing Sing Prison Museum and the Museum of Pez Memorabilia. This guide takes you on a journey through various museums, including the Smithsonian and the Basketball Hall of Fame, showcasing the fascinating and sometimes quirky items that reflect cultural history and significance.

Focusing on America's iconic pop culture moments, this comprehensive guide features over 600 landmarks tied to significant events and figures. Each entry includes precise locations, showcasing sites like the beauty salon where Marilyn Monroe first bleached her hair. This exploration highlights the intersection of history and celebrity, making it a valuable resource for pop culture enthusiasts and travelers alike.

Exploring iconic locations in pop culture, the author offers a detailed guide that includes significant sites such as Patty Hearst's bank, the diner from Seinfeld, and the poignant spot where Dean met his fate. This journey through cultural landmarks reveals their historical and narrative significance, inviting readers to connect with the stories behind these memorable places.

Explore the vibrant history of rock 'n' roll through nearly 600 significant locations across America, from the birthplaces of legendary artists to iconic concert venues and notable hotel rooms. Each entry is enriched with historical anecdotes, trivia, photographs, and insider stories, offering a comprehensive guide for music enthusiasts and historians alike. This extensive collection captures the essence of rock music's evolution and its cultural impact.

During his whirlwind 1903 tour of the western states, President Theodore Roosevelt paid his first visit to California. In between the appearances and pageantry, he embarked on three days of epic adventure in the wilderness of Yosemite with the famous and influential naturalist John Muir. A lover of the rugged outdoors, Roosevelt was humbled and impressed by the camping trip, which proved to be one of the most important sojourns in presidential history. Through firsthand accounts, speeches and rare photographs, author Chris Epting tells the story of a great and profound journey that had a lasting effect on conservation history and the National Park System

The Orange County Fair is one of Southern California's most anticipated summer events. From its first year in 1890 with a few livestock exhibits and horse races, the fair evolved into what is now a month-long extravaganza of rides, games and entertainment that still celebrates the importance of local agriculture. Millions of visitors have crowded the grounds over the years to enjoy the spectacle of everything from ostrich races and demolition derbies to its unique Centennial Farm and the time-honored All-Alaskan pig race. Author Chris Epting recounts more than a century of community history and revelry at the OC Fair.

Dona Speir tells her story, from high school gymnast and track star to model, Playboy centerfold, B-movie icon, rape survivor, recovering addict, and recovery counselor and mentor. There was the rarified world of international modeling and global jet-setting, being photographed by the world-famous Arny Freytag for a Playboy centerfold and starring in seven Andy Sidaris action adventure films. But there was also abuse by predatory and powerful men including Bill Cosby and struggles with drugs and alcohol. And then there was her journey toward recovery and helping others. This study of Dona's survival is a provocative, powerful blueprint of how to do more than just survive -- to recover and thrive. Dona is 32 years sober and CEO of Recovery Coaching Experts. She has mentored hundreds of women with substance abuse and behavioral issues and she has founded women's recovery homes. Her book can help others learn how to identify the traits of sexual predators and protect yourself and your children, even from those who use charm and persuasion. Dona's experiences can help women understand and survive the social, physical and emotional aspects of substance abuse and lead a peaceful, complete, whole and safe family life. It's a cautionary tale to be sure, but it's also a triumphant one, an uplifting, exciting story of perseverance with an unforgettable heroine that is both timely and timeless.

The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, opened in 1923, holds the title of "America's Most Historic Sports Stadium." Recognized as a State and Federal Historic Landmark in 1984, it has played a significant role in California and U.S. history. This book features over 200 vintage images that vividly capture the rich history and contributions of the Coliseum, celebrating its legacy in sports and culture.

The book offers a nostalgic exploration of Orange County's transformation from its agricultural roots to a bustling hub of development and culture. It highlights significant historical landmarks and attractions, such as the Golden Bear nightclub and Lion Country Safari, showcasing the region's rich heritage through a collection of evocative photographs. Many images are sourced from the Orange County Archives and the author's private collection, capturing the essence of a community that has evolved while grappling with the loss of its past.