Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception - The Complete Official Guide - Collector's Edition [Hardcover]

Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception - The Complete Official Guide - Collector's Edition [Hardcover]
Piggyback (Author)

THE 100% COMPLETE GUIDE TO UNCHARTED™ 3

WALKTHROUGH REDEFINED
Provides a visual, step-by-step guide through the entire adventure supported by behind-the-scenes commentaries from the Naughty Dog team. And yes, all collectible Treasures are included!

HI-RES TOP-DOWN MAPS
Annotated maps combined with easy-to-follow tactical advice cover both the most challenging and the most interesting combat encounters.

IN DEPTH EXTRAS
Offers advanced playing strategies and techniques for the unlockable Crushing difficulty setting, plus a story recap and analysis of key mysteries from the entire UNCHARTED series.

ALL SECRETS INSIDE
Includes all Treasures, Trophies and moves. Expert-level graphs, stats and tips will help you master all weapons and overcome all opponents.

MULTIPLAYER CHAPTER
A massive 64-page section, packed with detailed tables, diagrams, maps and countless useful tips, covers all features in both the Competitive and Co-op play modes.

CAST GALLERY
This exclusive 16-page section features stunning character art supported by illuminating notes from the Naughty Dog team.

MUSIC
Includes a free audio CD with ten tracks from the official UNCHARTED 3 music score.

SPOILER-CONTROLLED DESIGN FROM PIGGYBACK

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The Civic Potential of Video Games (The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Reports on Digital Media and Learning) [Paperback]

The Civic Potential of Video Games (The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Reports on Digital Media and Learning) [Paperback]
Joseph Kahne (Author), Ellen Middaugh (Author), Chris Evans (Author)

This report focuses on the civic aspects of video game play among youth. According to a 2006 survey, 58 percent of young people aged 15 to 25 were civically "disengaged," meaning that they participated in fewer than two types of either electoral activities (defined as voting, campaigning, etc.) or civic activities (for example, volunteering). Kahne and his coauthors are interested in what role video games may or may not play in this disengagement.Until now, most research in the field has considered how video games relate to children's aggression and to academic learning. Digital media scholars suggest, however, that other social outcomes also deserve attention. For example, as games become more social, some scholars argue that they can be important spheres in which to foster civic development. Others disagree, suggesting that games, along with other forms of Internet involvement, may in fact take time away from civic and political engagement.Drawing on data from the 2006 survey, the authors examine the relationship between video game play and civic development. They call for further research on teen gaming experiences so that we can understand and promote civic engagement through video games.

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Poptropica: The Official Guide [Paperback]

Poptropica: The Official Guide [Paperback]
Tracey West (Author)

Poptropica is the ultimate online destination for kids ages 6 to 14. It's a fun and entertaining place where kids from all over the world can come together and create their own unique avatars (online identities), explore a vast array of islands, engage in stories, and compete in head-to-head competitions. This 192-page official guidebook offers fans of Poptropica a detailed walkthrough of the website along with background on the "game islands" and characters as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes content. This book features sections on all the popular Poptropica islands, including ones based on Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Peanuts' It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and comes with a full-color poster.

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UFC Encyclopedia [Hardcover]

UFC Encyclopedia [Hardcover]
Thomas Gerbasi (Author)

Question 1: What is your background in reporting on fighting, both MMA and boxing?

Gerbasi: It’s a long story that for some reason gets even longer when I write it. Let’s just say that my sports management degree from St. John’s University wasn’t doing me any good, and my full-time job as a maintenance foreman wasn’t doing the trick either, so I began writing about boxing for various websites (with the occasional newspaper or magazine piece tossed in for good measure), just to keep my brain working. Eventually, I was so desperate to break into this strange world that I began designing websites (poorly) for some fighters, as well as doing publicity (not as poorly).

Eventually, during the tail end of the dot.com boom in 2000, I received an offer as webmaster/editor/writer for HouseofBoxing.com. That lasted a year, until the dot.com boom turned into the dot.com crash. Three of my buddies from HouseofBoxing and I then formed MaxBoxing.com, which paid the bills for a long time. Around 2000, I met Bruce Buffer through one of my partners in MaxBoxing, Gary Randall, and he needed some original content for his website. I had watched MMA since the first UFC in 1993, and jumped at the opportunity to cover the sport. From Bruce’s website, we formed MaxFighting.com, and this lasted until 2005, when I left to write for InsideFighting.com. Then fate intervened later that year.

Question 2: How did you end up as the Editorial Director for the UFC? Why did the UFC choose you to be the sole author on this project?

Gerbasi: My editor at InsideFighting.com (and present UFC.com contributor), Mike DiSanto, called me on a Saturday night and asked me if it was cool for him to give my number to UFC President Dana White. Of course I said yes, and Dana called me that night to talk to me about the editor’s job at UFC.com, which was being revamped and redesigned. I had interviewed Dana a number of times over the years for MaxFighting, and we had a good rapport, so when talking about the new job, we were on the same page immediately and came to an agreement fairly quickly. Mike gave me his blessing, and within a week, I was on the phone with Frank Mir, Diego Sanchez, and Nick Diaz for my first stories on UFC.com. Over the years, the job has expanded from handling the website into many other editorial areas within the organization, including the UFC Encyclopedia. I think getting the Encyclopedia gig was helped by the fact that I’ve followed the sport from the beginning and have also covered it for over a decade. I’ve been fortunate enough to have interviewed practically every major player in the sport at one time or another (and in many cases, multiple times), so I’ve had a unique view of what has gone on in the UFC from 1993 to the present.

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Pokemon Black Version & Pokemon White Version Volume 2: The Official Unova Pokedex & Guide [Paperback]

Pokemon Black Version & Pokemon White Version Volume 2: The Official Unova Pokedex & Guide [Paperback]
The Pokemon Company Intl. (Author)

Pokémon Black & Pokémon White Versions offer Trainers an incredible collection of new Pokémon—step up to the challenge! Over 150 brand-new Pokémon await you in the latest incredible Pokémon adventure! And this detailed Pokédex tells you:

• Where to catch these Pokémon—and how to train them!
• The inside story for these Pokémon: complete moves, evolutions, and Abilities!
• Tips and tricks for the amazing new Pokémon Global Link and Pokémon Dream World—take your game online for new ways to play!
• Secrets to improving your battle strategies, mastering the Battle Subway, and earning rave reviews at the Pokémon Musical!
• Information on new items, moves, and Abilities, communications, and more!
• Bonus password for an exclusive Munna C-Gear skin!

Whether you're a seasoned Trainer or you're exploring the world of Pokémon for the first time, you'll find what you need to know in this exciting Unova Pokédex!

(Bonus! Poster Inside)

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