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- OverDrive, Inc., distributor
- Description
- 1 online resource
- Summary
- A humorous illustrated guide to the essential teachings of 80s and 90s pop culture icon and legacy, Patrick Swayze, with movie quotes, trivia, essays, exercises, games, activities, and quizzes. Divided into five elements-Tender Strength (versatility in performances and balance of his unique skill set), Pure Adrenaline (his physicality and death-defying stunt work), Hungry Eyes (effortless sensuality in life and on-screen), Peaceful Warrior (the philosophy behind his characters and their actions) and The Mullet (legacy of the man, the myth, the mullet)-this book is designed to cultivate your mind, body, and soul. Through the use of movie quotes and cinematic wisdom, physical (Sweatin' Like Swayze; Swayze Sutra) and mental exercises, games, activities (Swayze Pairing Guide), and quizzes, this journey will unlock your Swayze swagger, leading to a more harmonious life. When completed, you'll be impressing friends and strangers alike with your endless knowledge and admiration for one of Hollywood's most likable and underappreciated stars. For half a century Patrick Swayze has remained in our hearts, on our minds, and the sole reason that any trip to a vacation resort must first start at the dance hall . . . just in case they employ their own Johnny Castle. Embrace these teachings and achieve newfound clarity in all aspects of your life. BELOVED ICON: Patrick Swayze will forever be an icon, known for his legendary roles in classic and cult favorite movies like Dirty Dancing, Ghost, Point Break, Road House , and more. THE PERFECT GIFT: Chock full of trivia, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, short essays, and fun interactive content like quizzes, a pairing guide, a Swayze workout, and more, this is the perfect gift for Patrick Swayze fans and anyone who grew up in the 80s and 90s. FUNNY AND INFORMATIVE: Content is humorous, yet still contains biographical information, fun facts about Swayze and his philosophies, and tons of movie trivia. EXPERT AUTHOR: Written by an award-winning screenwriter and podcaster, and die-hard Patrick Swayze fan. Perfect for: • Patrick Swayze fans • Readers with '80s and '90s nostalgia • Hollywood pop culture nerds and film buffs • Fans of Dirty Dancing, Point Break, Road House, Ghost , and Red Dawn
- Reproduction (note)
- ISBN
- 9781797213361
- OCLC
- ODN0008228655
- Author
Fischer, Neal E.
- Title
Being patrick swayze [electronic resource] : Essential teachings from the master of the mullet. Neal E Fischer.
- Imprint
2022.
- Type of Content
text
- Type of Medium
computer
- Type of Carrier
online resource
- Reproduction
Electronic reproduction. San Francisco : Chronicle Books LLC, 2022. Requires OverDrive Read (file size: N/A KB) or Adobe Digital Editions (file size: 440655 KB) or Adobe Digital Editions (file size: 51706 KB) or Kobo app or compatible Kobo device (file size: N/A KB) or Amazon Kindle (file size: N/A KB).
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OverDrive, Inc., distributor
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Original 9781797212166
- Branch Call Number
eNYPL BOOK
