Lincoln Park is a wartime thriller ranging from the pleasure districts of Saigon to the back alleys of Chicago. It's the story of plans gone awry, the seductive power of greed, and the redeeming power of love, all unfolding amid the unpredictable violence of war.MP Captain Tobias Riley's duty becomes a quest for vengeance as characters are double-crossed and bodies litter the page.A Vietnamese Colonel lies dead on the bathroom floor after a night of passion at Cholon's Hotel Fleur. Riley is on special assignment to help find the killer. His investigation uncovers an American deserter partnered with the mysterious Madam D running a heroin ring out of the Fleur.Phoenix Program killer Jack Flash shows up and things come unglued. Air American pilots, Chinese warlords, and rogue soldiers scramble to find a C-47 loaded with heroin that goes missing.

"A brief, cogent analysis of gentrification in Chicago ... an incisive and useful narrative on the puzzle of urban development."-- Kirkus Reviews In the years after World War II, a movement began to bring the m

The history of one of the oldest zoos in the US, filled with pictures and wonderful stories about the people and animals who made Lincoln Park Zoo. The evolution of zoos in America is also covered.

Holds special interest for amusement park buffs; those who lived or vacationed in southern New England before 1987. In its 93-year lifespan, this amusement park in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts was a vibrant meeting place for generations of southern New Englanders, who flocked from Boston, Cape Cod, Providence, and beyond. From the clambake pavilion, to the roller-skating rink, to the great ballroom, it was a magical part of many lives. Hundreds of photographs capture that magic and evoke memories of a special place and time.

Presents a collection of photographs that document the history of Lincoln Park, Michigan.

From the unique perspective of the executive who discovered them, One Step Closer reveals how Brad Delson’s college internship was a catalyst for a group of young musical visionaries, led by Mike Shinoda, which gave rise to a band that survived countless rejections, exceeded everyone’s expectations but their own, and became the voice of a generation. This against-all-odds story chronicles the early days of Linkin Park, from their first demo and Whisky a Go Go performance as Xero, through their tireless efforts to perfect their iconic sound and the discovery of Chester Bennington. Jeff Blue was there when no one else believed—first as their publisher, then as their A&R guy. This is his memoir of that incredible journey. Riveting and inspiring, One Step Closer is a testament to perseverance, as well as a detailed behind-the-scenes account of the building of a dream and what it takes to make it.

(Book). SoCal alt-metal sextet Linkin Park's first CD Hybrid Theory was the record industry's biggest seller of 2002, with over 14 million copies sold. The band's fusion of hip-hop, rock and electronic music has attracted a diverse, dedicated following around the globe. During their 2003-04 world tour to promote their latest multi-platinum effort, Meteora, Linkin Park brought in photographer Greg Waterman and others to document their experiences on and off the stage. The results come alive in this essential book, filled with deluxe full-page, full-color photos on premium paper, with candid captions, written by the band members themselves. Presented with all the attitude and honesty LP fans expect, From the Inside offers an intimate glimpse into Linkin Park's life on the road. This one-of-a-kind book follows Mike, Rob, Phoenix, Brad, Mr. Hahn, and Chester, as they ride high on the wave of Meteora 's success. As a special bonus for the band's many fans around the globe, the book features an introduction by Phoenix in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Hebrew and Arabic!