Tom Robbins Livres

Sissy Hankshaw, dotée de deux pouces immenses, devient la plus grande auto-stoppeuse des Etats-Unis. Elle quitte ainsi Richmond pour partir à la découverte de nouveaux horizons, multipliant les rencontres étonnantes.--[Memento].

The story of a janitor and a missing blue bottle with the image of a goat-horned god.

Every cliff, inlet and headland reveals layers of myth and historical memory, and Robinson makes beautifully crafted observations about the habits of birds, plants and the humans who lived there and endured, leaving records in stone - on the walls, cairns and ancient forts - in story and in oral tradition.

Internationally bestselling novelist Tom Robbins shares wild tales from his life in this legendary memoir. His warm, wise, and wonderfully weird novels, such as Still Life With Woodpecker and Jitterbug Perfume, serve as a gateway into his unique imagination. Robbins' irreverent classics introduce readers to eccentric characters like hitchhiking cowgirls and philosophizing cans of beans. In this memoir, he turns his literary sensibility inward, weaving stories from his unconventional life—from his Appalachian childhood to globetrotting adventures—told in his distinct voice that blends the sweet and sly, the spiritual and earthy. As the grandchild of Baptist preachers, Robbins evolved over fifty years into a poet-interruptus, air force weatherman, radio DJ, art critic, and counter-culture hero, living a life as magical and bizarre as his characters. He offers intimate snapshots of Appalachia during the Great Depression, the Sixties psychedelic revolution on the West Coast, and a time when international travel was less monitored. With big-hearted comedy and mesmerizing linguistic invention, this memoir invites readers into the private world of a literary legend.

In White Weekends, Tom Robbins travels from one end of Europe to the other in a bid to disover the best and most beautiful resorts for independent weekend breaks. From powder, parties, and budgets to romantic, child-friendly, and luxurious, there are chapters covering every type of weekend imaginable. Each chapter details Tom's experience in one magical destination and is backed up by The Knowledge—practical information detailing how to get there, where to stay, where to ski, where to eat, and where to party—and a Best of the Rest section so you have a variety of resorts to choose from whatever sort of break you're after. Covering more than 100 reports in all, this fresh, funky, and flawlessly illustrated book will be the perfect gift for anyone who appreciates the stunning beauty of the mountains and the perfect self-purchase for the millions of people addicted to the exhilaration of the slopes.

An Arab and a Jew open a restaurant together across the street from the United Nations.... It sounds like the beginning of an ethnic joke, but it's the axis around which spins this gutsy, fun-loving, and alarmingly provocative novel, in which a bean can philosophizes, a dessert spoon mystifies, a young waitress takes on the New York art world, and a rowdy redneck welder discovers the lost god of Palestine--while the illusions that obscure humanity's view of the true universe fall away, one by one, like Salome's veils. Skinny Legs and All deals with today's most sensitive issues: race, politics, marriage, art, religion, money, and lust. It weaves lyrically through what some call the "end days" of our planet. Refusing to avert its gaze from the horrors of the apocalypse, it also refuses to let the alleged end of the world spoil its mood. And its mood is defiantly upbeat. In the gloriously inventive Tom Robbins style, here are characters, phrases, stories, and ideas that dance together on the page, wild and sexy, like Salome herself. Or was it Jezebel?

“Robbins’s comic philosophical musings reveal a flamboyant genius.”—People Still Life with Woodpecker is a sort of a love story that takes place inside a pack of Camel cigarettes. It reveals the purpose of the moon, explains the difference between criminals and outlaws, examines the conflict between social activism and romantic individualism, and paints a portrait of contemporary society that includes powerful Arabs, exiled royalty, and pregnant cheerleaders. It also deals with the problem of redheads.

Switters is a contradiction for all seasons: an anarchist working for the government, a pacifist who carries a gun, a vegetarian who enjoys ham gravy, and a tech-savvy individual who despises computers. Obsessed with preserving innocence, he finds himself torn between his high-school-age stepsister and a nun ten years his senior. Switters is anything but wishy-washy; he embodies a bold spirit. As we follow him across four continents, navigating love and danger while uncovering the “true” Third Secret of Fatima, we witness the fearless storytelling of Tom Robbins at his finest. This narrative operates on multiple levels: it’s a fast-paced CIA adventure with comic elements, a serious exploration of ideas, and ultimately, a celebration of language and life. Praise for the work includes accolades for its superb writing and provocative themes, with critics noting its dangerous and forbidden allure. Robbins's clever and creative style delivers impassioned observations that resonate deeply, making this a unique and engaging read that challenges the boundaries of fiction.

What if the Second Coming didn't quite come off as advertised? What if the Corpse on display in that funky roadside zoo is really who they say it is-- what does that portent for the future of western civilization? And what if a young clairvoyant named Amanda reestablishes the flea circus as popular entertainment and fertility worship as the principal religious form of our high-tech age? Another Roadside Attraction answers those questions and a lot more. It tells us, for example, what the sixties were truly all about, not by reporting on the psychedelic decade but by recreating it, from the inside out. In the process, this stunningly original seriocomic thriller eating a literary hotdog and eroding the borders of the mind.Written with a style and humor that haven't been seen since Mark Twain . . . it is a prize.-- Los Angeles Times.

Tom Robbins' first fiction in five years (and perhaps his most audacious ever), B is for Beer explores various aspects of beer culture - ancient, modern, and otherworldly; brutal, infantile and divine - and dramatises the surprising things that happen when the life of a feisty nursery school kid named Gracie Perkel intersects with each. Billed by Robbins as 'the first children's book about beer', this inspired work taps into the barrel of life's existential mysteries and is truly meant to sit proudly with his other novels in grown-up literature sections.

Starring Sissy Hanshaw--flawlessly beautiful, almost. A small-town girl with big-time dreams and a quirk to match--hitchhiking her way into your heart, your hopes, and your sleeping bags... Featuring Bonanza Jellybean and the smooth-riding cowgirls of Rubber Rose Ranch. Chink, lascivious guru of yams and yang. Julian, Mohawk by birth; asthmatic esthete and husband by disposition. Dr. Robbins, preventive psychiatrist and reality instructor... Follow Sissy's amazing odyssey from Virginia to chic Manhattan to the Dakota Badlands, where FBI agents, cowgirls, and ecstatic whooping cranes explode in a deliciously drawn-out climax... From the Trade Paperback edition.

Get ready for “the ride of your life” (Entertainment Weekly) with this blazingly original novel from the New York Times bestselling author hailed by Financial Times as “one of the wildest and most entertaining novelists in the world.” “Tom Robbins has proved he is the emperor of description, the master of metaphor, the sultan of simile—the man is like Jackson Pollock with a word processor.”—San Antonio Current When the stock market crashes on the Thursday before Easter, you—an ambitious, although ineffectual and not entirely ethical young broker—are convinced that you’re facing the Weekend from Hell. Before the market reopens on Monday, you’re going to have to scramble and scheme to cover your butt, but there’s no way you can anticipate the baffling disappearance of a 300-pound psychic, the fall from grace of a born-again monkey, or the intrusion in your life of a tattooed stranger intent on blowing your mind and most of your fuses. Over these fateful three days, you will be forced to confront everything from mysterious African rituals to legendary amphibians, from tarot-card bombshells to street violence, from your own sexuality to outer space.

American MIAs choose to remain missing after the end of the Vietnam War, while four generations of women share a unique link to a mysterious figure from Japanese folklore

An anthology of writings features both nonfiction essays and short stories that cover such topics as art critiques, poetry, country song lyrics, odes to redheads, kissing, Diane Keaton, tomato sandwiches, and the Doors.

The River City emerges as a hub for gritty noir, featuring brand-new stories from a diverse array of authors. The introduction reflects on Richmond, Virginia, highlighting its complex history marked by deception, conspiracy, and violence. Henry Miller's sardonic remark about preferring to die in Richmond underscores the city's dual nature. Today, Richmond is a blend of elegance and brutality—home to winter balls and garden parties, yet also notorious for crime and drug activity. The city boasts prestigious ad agencies and law firms, alongside a rich tapestry of residents, from the First Families of Virginia to immigrants from various backgrounds. Richmond's social fabric includes strict manners and a sense of neighborliness, but also an underlying tension that cautions against road rage. This juxtaposition of charm and danger creates a fertile ground for noir storytelling, making Richmond a compelling backdrop for tales of moral ambiguity and human complexity.

A Children's Book About Beer? Yes, believe it or not—but B Is for Beer is also a book for adults, and bear in mind that it's the work of maverick bestselling novelist Tom Robbins, inter-nationally known for his ability to both seriously illuminate and comically entertain. Once upon a time (right about now) there was a planet (how about this one?) whose inhabitants consumed thirty-six billion gallons of beer each year (it's a fact, you can Google it). Among those affected, each in his or her own way, by all the bubbles, burps, and foam, was a smart, wide-eyed, adventurous kindergartner named Gracie; her distracted mommy; her insensitive dad; her non-conformist uncle; and a magical, butt-kicking intruder from a world within our world. Populated by the aforementioned characters—and as charming as it may be subversive—B Is for Beer involves readers, young and old, in a surprising, far-reaching investigation into the limits of reality, the transformative powers of children, and, of course, the ultimate meaning of a tall, cold brewski.

Transform your communication skills to enhance both personal and professional relationships. This guide provides practical strategies for effectively expressing your thoughts and feelings, ensuring you are heard and understood. It delves into the nuances of interpersonal dynamics, offering insights into building confidence and fostering meaningful connections. Unlock the potential for positive change in your interactions and navigate social situations with ease.

Spekulace o psychedelických houbách, Amazonii, virtuální realitě, UFO, evoluci, šamanismu, znovuzrození Bohyně a konci historie. ISBN 80-86013-55-3 a 80-85905-43-4 jsou chybná (viz NKC)

«Ein altes ukrainisches Sprichwort warnt: Eine Geschichte, die mit einer Roten Bete anfängt, endet mit dem Teufel.» In Pan Aroma lauern noch ganz andere Gefahren auf den Leser: Wohlgerüche schlagen um in infernalischen Gestank, Dematerialisation birgt das Risiko einer Reise ohne Wiederkehr, und die Flüchtigkeit des Parfüms als Quelle ewigen Lebens wird zum Ausgangspunkt einer abenteuerlichen Jagd nach einem göttlichen Parfümfläschchen.

Cited by the L.A. Weekly as "the culture's foremost spokesman for the psychedelic experience," Terrence McKenna is an underground legend as a brilliant raconteur, adventurer & expert on the experiential use of mind-altering plants. In these essays, interviews & narrative adventures, McKenna takes us on a mesmerizing journey deep into the Amazon as well as into the hidden recesses of the human psyche & the outer limits of our culture, giving us startling visions of the past & future.

Beflügelt von Rockmusik und bewußtseinserweiternden Drogen, vom Pathos des Aufbruchs und der hoch und heilig beschworenen Dreifaltigigkeit Love, Peace & Happiness, schildert Tom Robbins in einem brillanten Feuerwerk überbordender Einfälle die Abenteuer eine kleinen Schar von Ausgeflippten auf ihrer Reise zu neuen Ufern, unterwegs zu ihrem neuen amerikanischen Traum - der mit einem Bauch voll halluzinogener Pilze natürlich kunterbunter ausfällt als die flau gewordene Realität des alten. Turbulenter Mittelpunkt ist ein Schnellrestaurant am Straßenrand, in dem Amanda, die bezaubernde Marketenderin, Hot Dogs serviert und nichts als Hot Dogs, allerdings - in Rückbesinnung auf die eigentlichen Werte der amerikanischen Tradition - die besten weit und breit.

„Der beste Schriftsteller der Welt.“ (Thomas Pynchon) Man nehme eine geniale Kellnerin, eine Mondschein-Furzkissen-Sonate, einen Kannibalenkönig und sein Tamtam und vermische alles an dem Tag, an dem die Erde Warzenschweine ausspuckte… Heraus kommen „Chop Suey“ und weitere Fragen nach dem Sinn des Lebens. Köstlich!

Tom Robbins tentokrát nepřichází s novým románem, ale s knihou, která potěší zejména autorovy skalní fanoušky – se souborem časopiseckých článků, básní, úvah a drobných beletristických textů. Vzdává tu poctu svým hudebním (The Doors), literárním (Thomas Pynchon) i lidským idolům, a v úryvcích z rozhovorů dává nahlédnout do své autorské kuchyně. Přestože tyto drobné útvary povětšinou nevznikaly jen tak, nýbrž na objednávku, není těžké z nich vyčíst, na jakých teoretických základech staví Robbins barevné cirkusové stany svých románů; dokládají, odkud se vzala stylová virtuozita a kdo tvaroval vyhraněný světonázor tohoto mistra košaté metafory. Ti, kdo Robbinsovo dílo znají podrobně, mohou v textech s potěšením hledat zárodky budoucích postav a příběhů jeho knih.

Es sind nicht Herz, nicht Hirn; weder Nase, Kinn noch Stirn - es sind ihre Daumen, die sie zu etwas Besonderen machen. Selbst Julian war zutiefst beeindruckt von ihren Daumen. Und beunruhigt - wie, wenn Leonardo der Mona Lisa ein paar Spaghettifäden aus dem Mundwinkel hätte baumeln len. Sissy Hankshaw, Königin aller Tramperinnen, die sich von Jack Kerouac in einem Kornfeld am Rande des Highway züchtig anbeten ließ, blickt mit Verwunderung auf das bunte Chaos unserer Zeit, schwingt ihren Riesendaumen zumeist im Gegentakt und wird ganz nebenbei zur Galionsfigur der konsequentesten aller Amazonenrevolten.

Sissy Hankshaw nasce a South Richmond, Virginia; «erano gli anni di Eisenhower e nessuno sarebbe andato in nessun posto». Lei invece prende e parte, su una Lincoln azzurra fermata levando un braccio, azzardando per la prima volta quello che poi e per sempre avrebbe fatto come nessuno mai: l'autostop. Perché Sissy nasce con un privilegio – due pollici giganteschi e superbi – per tutti un’anomalia da disarmare, per pochi totem da adorare, per lei sfacciata libertà di movimento. Così, discutendo delle cose del mondo mentre batte tutte le strade d’America, Il nuovo sesso: cowgirl è un'orgia di chilometri e saggezza orientale, sacchi di peyote ed erotismo senza remore, pochi uomini ma tante, tante donne. Una storia sul resistere o morire dinanzi alla normalizzazione sociale; «imbevuta di controcultura anni Sessanta» dalla penna di Tom Robbins, divenuta film nel '93 per mano di Gus Van Sant.