All posts in “Gift Ideas For Men Under $50”

Rock Concert: An Oral History as Told by the Artists, Backstage Insiders, and Fans Who Were There

From its arrival in the 1950s, rock-n-roll blasted off as a youth-driven cultural juggernaut, ripping its way around the world to become a global phenomenon with live concerts as the focal point. In this new book, acclaimed interviewer Marc Myers sets out to uncover the history of rock shows, weaving together ground-breaking accounts from the people who were there. The creators of Woodstock, Rolling Stone’s Cameron Crowe, as well as rockers like Angus Young, Roger Waters, & Steve Miller.

November 4, 2021 / Comments Off on Rock Concert: An Oral History as Told by the Artists, Backstage Insiders, and Fans Who Were There
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Unguarded: Scottie Pippen Memoir

6-Time NBA Champ and 80s-era basketball icon Scottie Pippen shares his incredible story in this new autobiography, Unguarded. In it, the Chicago Bulls legend reveals never-before-told stories about his times with everyone from Jordan to Rodman, and the some of the most famous games in league history, including the 1994 playoff game against the New York Knicks when he took himself out with 1.8 seconds to go.

October 28, 2021 / Comments Off on Unguarded: Scottie Pippen Memoir
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There and Back: Photographs from the Edge

Academy Award–winning director of Free Solo and National Geographic mountain photographer Jimmy Chin has collected his works into a new collection titled There and Back: Photographs from the Edge that features more than 200 original images from his global adventures with the world’s top alpine athletes. From Tibet’s Chang Tang Plateau to Antarctica’s Queen Maud Land, Chin’s images take you up close to the action.

October 15, 2021 / Comments Off on There and Back: Photographs from the Edge
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Woke Up This Morning: The Definitive Oral History of The Sopranos

From the hosts of the popular Talking Sopranos podcast, this new oral history captures some of the iconic show’s most important voices, covering the beloved series from every angle with the people who lived it: the creators, actors and writers who shaped a truly classic show. Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, David Chase, and Lorraine Bracco all share their tales.

October 8, 2021 / Comments Off on Woke Up This Morning: The Definitive Oral History of The Sopranos
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Pack Smarter with Collapsible Camp Cookware

SimpleReal camp cookware debuts as the first collapsible stainless steel cookware ever made. The sturdy, toxin-free one-liter pot compresses down to just 3cm thickness, making it a very packable option for backpacking and fast-light strike missions. A simple latch system holds it open and secure while in use, with silicone gaskets that make it 100% leakproof. A funded Kickstarter.

October 8, 2021 / Comments Off on Pack Smarter with Collapsible Camp Cookware
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Al Unser Jr: A Checkered Past

Al Unser Jr.’s gifts behind the wheel were forged long before his two Indy 500 victories & his pair of IndyCar championships but then so were his demons. In this new biography, the motorsport icon shares his road to redemption leaving out few of the grim details that came to define his post-racing life: domestic violence arrests. Multiple DUIs. Repeated visits to rehab. Divorce. Financial ruin. Amazingly, he got it back under control and shares the story here. Foreword by Roger Penske.

September 30, 2021 / Comments Off on Al Unser Jr: A Checkered Past
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Unchained: The Eddie Van Halen Story

Another rocking Van Halen book. This time, it’s all about Eddie (RIP). The forthcoming Unchained: The Eddie Van Halen Story, is the first full-length biography of the 80s-era guitar god. Acclaimed biographer Paul Brannigan tackles the dramatic story of the band’s meteoric rise and sustained stardom; as well as the artists’ struggles and the band’s eventual dissolution. Drops December 14.

September 28, 2021 / Comments Off on Unchained: The Eddie Van Halen Story
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All of the Marvels: A Journey to the Ends of the Biggest Story Ever Told

The ever-expanding Marvel comics story, with its endless interconnections and characters, now spans more than half a million pages and is still growing, making it the longest continuous, self-contained work of fiction ever created. This new book by superhero expert Douglas Wolk, digs into this pop-culture epic, giving fans a sweeping exploration of the comics and their significance.

September 23, 2021 / Comments Off on All of the Marvels: A Journey to the Ends of the Biggest Story Ever Told
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The Art of Making Movies: Gus Van Sant

This new book is a deep dive into the life and work of the iconic Hollywood auteur who brought us Good Will Hunting and Psycho to name just a few. In this unique collection, the author breaks down the director’s creative process and his output. Along the way, details are filled in with a profusion of unpublished interviews rare photos, and Van Sant’s own words.

September 16, 2021 / Comments Off on The Art of Making Movies: Gus Van Sant
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Do it for Your Dogs: GPCA’s X Clip PRO Set

A more modern and functional dog leash seems a bit overdue. Enter GPCA and their X Clip PRO Set. It’s a full 360º system that features a re-designed stainless clasp and a carabiner handle that can be clipped to your belt for hands-free walking. It can also be configured for no-pull leashing for those dogs that take YOU for a walk. Choose from titanium or steel carabiner. A funded Kickstarter.

September 13, 2021 / Comments Off on Do it for Your Dogs: GPCA’s X Clip PRO Set
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J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Nature of Middle-Earth

Tolkien published The Hobbit in 1937 and The Lord of the Rings in the mid 50s. But he continued to write about Middle-earth right up until the years before his death in 1973. The Nature Of Middle Earth, is the first ever publication of these final writings on Middle-earth, covering a wide range of subjects for fans of The Silmarillion, The Lord of the Rings, Unfinished Tales, and The History of Middle-earth. Hardcover available Sept. 2.

August 31, 2021 / Comments Off on J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Nature of Middle-Earth
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Lighten Your Luggage with Flat Pack Toiletries

Traveling light remains the focus of the Matador brand. Their Flat Pack Toiletries collection is a capsule of waterproof roll-top bags that pack flat and keep your luggage light. Choose from the 2-liter toiletry case, Soap Bar case, and TSA-approved toiletry bottles. All are soft-sided and pack completely flat.

August 30, 2021 / Comments Off on Lighten Your Luggage with Flat Pack Toiletries
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This Shaver Cuts Close with Ceramic Blades

The Erazor is the first portable electric shaver to be equipped with diamond-sharp ceramic blades. The triple-blade design spins at 6000RPMs and will stay sharp for years as well as remaining clean & rust-free. It offers 60 days of power & recharges via microUSB. It’s rated IPX7 for waterproofing & weighs just over 2 ounces. A funded Kickstarter.

August 25, 2021 / Comments Off on This Shaver Cuts Close with Ceramic Blades
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PlugBug Slim is a Space-Saving USB-C Charger

Ultra-thin and compact, the PlugBug Slim is a space-saving 20W USB-C wall charger that plugs into even the tightest spots, like behind furniture up against the wall. And at just .67” thick, it fits. For iPad & iPhone users, it makes plugging in easier everywhere. And when it’s go time, the plug prongs fold away for streamlined packing & carry.

August 17, 2021 / Comments Off on PlugBug Slim is a Space-Saving USB-C Charger
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Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done?

Real-life serial killer Ed Gein was the guy who made lampshades out of human skin. He also served as the inspiration for fictional killers Norman Bates (Psycho), Leatherface (The Texas Chain Saw Massacre), & Buffalo Bill (The Silence of the Lambs). In this true crime graphic novel, readers get a fresh & in-depth look at one of America’s most notorious & deranged killers.

August 13, 2021 / Comments Off on Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done?
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ToughBuilt’s Scraper Utility Tool Cuts Both Ways

Like a tool off Batman’s belt, The Scraper Utility Tool from ToughBuilt converts instantly from box-cutter to blade-scraper with a single click of the button. Going from scoring drywall to scraping paint without missing a beat. The rugged 6-inch handle offers secure grip in either cutting mode & flips wide-open for easy blade replacement.

August 9, 2021 / Comments Off on ToughBuilt’s Scraper Utility Tool Cuts Both Ways
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The Rise and Fall of Osama bin Laden

Author Peter Bergen is the world’s leading expert on Osama bin Laden. In this definitive new biography he provides the first reevaluation of the man responsible for precipitating America’s long wars with al-Qaeda and traces forward the jihadist ideology his beliefs inspires to this day. With exclusive interviews of family and associates, and documents unearthed only recently, Bergen’s portrait of tells the tale of the failed religious fanatic that Osama really was.

August 9, 2021 / Comments Off on The Rise and Fall of Osama bin Laden
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