The Official John Wayne Handy Book for Men: Essential Skills for the Rugged Individualist

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Any man who has ever aspired to become a better, more self-sufficient and honorable person will benefit from reading The Official John Wayne Handy Book for Men, a tough little handbook, perfect in size for taking on-the-go, but eye-catching enough to adorn a place of pride on one's bookshelf. Filled with step-by-step advice and real-world examples, it illustrates dozens of essential skills, including tying a tie, riding a horse, throwing a punch, getting a clean shave, talking to women, instilling good values in one's children, writing the perfect thank you note, saving a drowning person, orienteering, building a fire and much more. Includes hundreds of line illustrations, sidebars, and photos of Duke in action. Throughout, readers will find the tips and techniques they will need to live their lives with John Wayne's signature confidence, grit and style.

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"This is no simple 'handyman's book.' No, this book holds the secrets to the more esoteric arts of the male repertoire, like building a fire, talking to ladyfolk, and raising children that aren't a blight on society. Don't let them ride off into the sunset without it."
-Thingamagift

Author Bio

James Ellis is a writer and the editor of The Official Collector's Edition John Wayne Magazine, a bi-monthly celebration of the life and legacy of one of America's greatest icons. Created with the approval of Ethan Wayne, the actor's youngest son, the magazine is the world's foremost authority on all things Duke. Ellis is also the editor of the special edition Men's Health Ultimate Guide to Everything.