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New Englanders on the Ohio Frontier: Migration and Settlement of Worthington, Ohio

Virginia E. McCormick served on the faculties of Pennsylvania State University, Iowa State University, and, most recently, Ohio State University. Her previous books include Farm Wife: A Self Portrait, 1886-1896 and Scioto Company Descendants: Genealogies of the Original Proprietors of Worthington, Ohio./i>Robert W. McCormick is professor emeritus and former assistant vice president for continuing education at Ohio State University. He is the author of Cockney: The Story of the 696th Armored Field Artillery Battalion in World War II.The McCormicks are coauthors of A. B. Graham: Country Schoolmaster and Extension Pioneer; Worthington Landmarks: Photo-Essays of Historic Worthington Properties; and Probing Worthington's Heritage.

New Englanders on the Ohio Frontier: Migration and Settlement of Worthington, Ohio Virginia E. McCormick served on the faculties of Pennsylvania State University, Iowa State University, and, most recently, Ohio State University. Her previous books include Farm Wife: A Self Portrait, 1886-1896 and Scioto Company Descendants: Genealogies of the Original Proprietors of Worthington, Ohio./i>Robert W. McCormick is professor emeritus and former assistant vice president for continuing education at Ohio State University. He is the author of Cockney: The Story of the 696th Armored Field Artillery Battalion in World War II.The McCormicks are coauthors of A. B. Graham: Country Schoolmaster and Extension Pioneer; Worthington Landmarks: Photo-Essays of Historic Worthington Properties; and Probing Worthington's Heritage.

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Darkest Fear : A Myron Bolitar Novel

Myron Bolitar's father's recent heart attack brings Myron smack into a midlife encounter with issues of adulthood and mortality. And if that's not enough to turn his life upside down, the reappearance of his first serious girlfriend is. The basketball star turned sports agent, who does a little detecting when business is slow, is saddened by the news that Emily Downing's 13-year-old son is dying and desperately needs a bone marrow transplant; even if she did leave him for the man who destroyed his basketball career, he wouldn't wish tsuris like that on anyone. And he's not at all interested in getting involved with Emily again, not even to track down the one mysterious donor who may be able to save the boy. But when Myron learns that Jeremy Downing is his own son, conceived the night before Emily and Greg Downing married, he embarks on a search for someone who disappeared a lifetime ago. And what he finds leads him to a powerful family determined to keep an old secret, a disgraced reporter who may have plagiarized a novel to create a serial killer, a very interested FBI agent, and a missing child. This is the seventh outing in a series that's been gaining in popularity since Bolitar's first appearance, in Harlan Coben's Deal Breaker. Myron's a bit of a baby, but he's not afraid to get rough when the situation calls for it, he's eminently likable, and his heart's in the right place. The fireworks are supplied by his friend and partner, Win, who really deserves a series of his own, and Esperanza, the lesbian wrestler-lawyer who has finally talked Myron into making her a partner in the business. Like Coben's other Bolitar novels, she's worth every penny. --Jane Adams Book seven in Coben's wonderfully rich series (after 1999's The Final Detail), which features sports agent Myron Bolitar, former basketball player and totally believable human being, is all about fathers, sons and the intricate and often painful chains that link them together. Myron, who has just moved out of his parents' house at the age of 34, is worried about his father's health after a heart attack, but it's hard for either of them to talk about the older man's condition. Myron tends to have long relationships with women that end in tears. ("You're in your mid-thirties, single, sensitive, and you like show tunes," says his current lover, a troubled television star. "If you were a better dresser, I'd say you were gay.") Emily, his college girlfriend from Duke who dumped him for a more successful basketball rival, re-enters the picture to tell him that her critically ill 13-year-old son needs a bone marrow transplant, but the only suitable registered donor has disappeared. Can Myron find him? And, by the way--Myron is the boy's real father. The search takes Myron deep into some decades-old unsolved crimes involving another father and son--a sadistic deranged killer and a conflicted newspaper columnist. Myron's deadly preppy friend, Win, is on hand to supply his own frightening brand of violence, and the gorgeous Esperanza Diaz, the former wrestler who's now a full partner in MB SportsReps, supplies wisdom as well as glamour. But the heart of the novel is, as always, the fallible but infinitely appealing, accessible figure of Myron Bolitar--a modern Don Quixote complete with knee brace and cell phone, ready to take on the world's problems. (June) Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. YA-Struggling to keep his sports agency afloat, Myron Bolitar is not thrilled to have a former girlfriend resurface after many years. Sadly, her 13-year-old son desperately needs a bone-marrow transplant from a person who has mysteriously disappeared. The woman asks for Myron's help in locating the missing donor and confides to him that he is the boy's father. Against his better judgment, the protagonist begins to search Manhattan sports agent Myron Bolitar is shocked when his former college lover informs him he is the father of her 13-year-old son, who has anemia. But the girlfriend--now inimically divorced from her husband--only uses that fact to convince him to locate the boy's bone-marrow donor, who has disappeared. Bolitar's subsequent quest pits him against a wealthy, publicity-shy, and bitterly scrapping family with hitherto secret connections to a crazed kidnapper. Crisp, focused prose, a wisecracking but gallant hero, and a busy plot make this essential for most collections. Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. Sports agent Myron Bolitar is busy hustling new clients and schmoozing old ones when his first love drops back into his life. She has some news for Myron: she broke up with Greg, and her son, who is dying of a rare form of anemia, is also Myron's son. The boy, Jeremy, needs a bone marrow transplant if his life is to be saved. A possible donor has disappeared. Will Myron help? The search points to the son of powerful East Coast parents, but they aren't talking. Then Jeremy is kidnapped by a serial killer who seems intent on psychologically torturing his victims' families. The Bolitar thrillers are always leavened with humor, no matter how grim the content, and this one is no exception. Even so, the darkness of the plot and the seriousness of the theme--the reponsibilities of parenthood--give this installment added impact. Thought-provoking issues and mind-numbing terror made more real by their human context. Wes LukowskyCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved Years after a mauled knee ended his basketball career in his first preseason game, sports agent Myron Bolitar is still taking body blows. The latest is the news that he has a son by Emily Downing, the college sweetheart whose wedding to rival hoopster Greg Downing he celebrated perhaps too vigorously with her the night before. Emilys kept her secret for 13 years, but now that Jeremys been diagnosed with life-threatening Fanconi anemia, she begs his help in locating a bone-marrow donor whod be a perfect match for their son if only he hadnt vanished. And it gets worse. Myrons search for the missing donor swiftly drags him into the nightmare world of a serial kidnapper whose whispered phone mantra to his victims loved onesSow the seedshas been spreading terror for years; to the reporter whose exclusive stories on the kidnapper sent his career soaring before wrecking it and killing his girlfriend; and to the obscenely wealthy Lex family, whose members arent shy about using their money to destroy anyone who crosses their pathanyone like Myron, for instance. As the complications deepen, the oppressively playful badinage of the opening chapters falls away, revealing Coben (The Final Detail, 1999, etc.) once again as one of the most inventive plotters in the businessuntil he tries one spin too many with an epilogue thats too twisty, too sentimental, and way too long. Even so, Myron runs rings around most of the tough-guy competition in the amateur division, like a class clown whos much more than just a funny face. -- Copyright 2000 Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. Harlan Coben and the Myron Bolitar Novels:The world needs to discover Harlan Coben.He's smart, he's funny, and he has something to say.--Michael ConnellyIn a genre crowded with accidental detectives who seem invented only to lure cat-loving vegetarians and other special-interest readers, Myron Bolitar stands out.--USA TodayDon't let Coben's wry observations fool you.They gift wrap keen insights into our society....--The Washington Post Book WorldPoignant and insightful...Myron is gallant, likable and delightfully original.--Los Angeles TimesCoben has melded sly humor, sophisticated plotting, and solid storytelling with bizarre yet believable characters.--Chicago TribuneBottom line: Slam dunk suspense from smart aleck sleuth.--People Magazine Beach Pick of the Week 6 1.5-hour cassettes --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Edgar Award-winner Harlan Coben is at his electrifying best in his latest novel--a dazzling tale of seething mystery and dark family secrets. In Darkest Fear, Myron Bolitar faces the most emotionally shattering case of his career. And it all begins when Myron's ex-girlfriend tells him he is a father--of a dying thirteen-year-old boy....Myron's sports agency is struggling. Now more than ever Myron needs to keep his eye on the ball, sign up some big-name clients, and turn away from the amateur detective work that is taking precious time away from the agency. But life is not going according to plan. Myron's father, recently recovered from a heart attack, is facing his own mortality--and forcing Myron to face it too. Then comes another surprise. Emily Downing, Myron's college sweetheart, reappears in his life with devastating news: Her thirteen-year-old son Jeremy is gravely ill and can be saved only by a bone-marrow transplant--from a donor who has vanished without a trace. And before Myron can absorb this revelation, Emily hits him with an even bigger shocker: Jeremy is Myron's son, conceived the night before Emily's wedding to another man.Staggered by the news, Myron plunges into a search for the missing donor. But for Myron, finding the only person in the world who can save a boy's life means cracking open a mystery as dark as it is heartbreaking--a mystery that involves a broken family, a brutal kidnapping spree, and a cat-and-mouse game between an ambitious reporter and the FBI. Somewhere in the sordid mess is the man who once signed his name to a bone-marrow donor's registry, then disappeared. And as doubts emerge about Jeremy's true paternity, a child vanishes, igniting a chain reaction of truth and revelation that will change everyone's life forever.At once a riveting mystery and a spellbinding journey into the secrets that haunt families, lovers, and friends, Darkest Fear proves once again that Harlan Coben is a master storyteller like no other--and one of the most original talents in suspense fiction today. Harlan Coben and the Myron Bolitar Novels:"The world needs to discover Harlan Coben. He's smart, he's funny, and he has something to say."--Michael Connelly"In a genre crowded with accidental detectives who seem invented only to lure cat-loving vegetarians and other special-interest readers, Myron Bolitar stands out."--USA Today"Don't let Coben's wry observations fool you. They gift wrap keen insights into our society...."--The Washington Post Book World"Poignant and insightful...Myron is gallant, likable and delightfully original."--Los Angeles Times"Coben has melded sly humor, sophisticated plotting, and solid storytelling with bizarre yet believable characters."--Chicago Tribune"Bottom line: Slam dunk suspense from smart aleck sleuth."--People Magazine Beach Pick of the Week Harlan Coben is the author of six previous novels:The Final Detail, One False Move, Back Spin, the Edgar Award and Shamus Award-winning Fade Away, Drop Shot, and Deal Breaker, which won an Anthony Award and received an Edgar Award nomination.He lives in New Jersey with his wife, daughter, and two sons.His e-mail address is bolitar@aol.com.Visit his website at www.harlancoben.com. An hour before his world exploded like a ripe tomato under a stiletto heel, Myron bit into a fresh pastry that tasted suspiciously like a urinal cake.Well? Mom prompted.Myron battled his throat, won a costly victory, swallowed. Not bad.Mom shook her head, disappointed.What?I'm a lawyer, Mom said. You'd think I'd have raised a better liar.You did the best you could, Myron said.She shrugged and waved a hand at the, uh, pastry. It's my first time baking, bubbe. It's okay to tell me the truth.It's like biting into a urinal cake, Myron said.A what?In men's public bathrooms. In the urinals. They put them there for the smell or something.And you eat them?No--Is that why your father takes so long in there? He's having a little Tastykake? And here I thought his prostate was acting up.I'm joking, Mom.She smiled through blue eyes tinged with a red that Visine could never hope to get out, the red you can only get through slow, steady tears. Normally Mom was heavily into histrionics. Slow, steady tears were not her style. So am I, Mr. Smarty Pants. You think you're the only one in this family with a sense of humor?Myron said nothing. He looked down at the, uh, pastry, fearing or perhaps hoping it might crawl away. In the thirty-plus years his mother had lived in this house, she had never baked -- not from a recipe, not from scratch, not even from one of those Pillsbury morning croissant thingies that came in small mailing tubes. She could barely boil water without strict instructions and pretty much never cooked, though she could whip up a mean Celeste frozen pizza in the microwave, her agile fingers dancing across the numerical keypad in the vein of Nureyev at Lincoln Center. No, in the Bolitar household, the kitchen was more a gathering place -- a Family Room Lite, if you will -- than anything related to even the basest of the culinary arts. The round table held magazines and catalogs and congealing white boxes of Chinese takeout. The stovetop saw less action than a Merchant-Ivory production. The oven was a prop, strictly for show, like a politician's Bible.Something was definitely amiss.They were sitting in the living room with the dated pseudo-leather white modular couch and aqua-tinged rug whose shagginess reminded Myron of a toilet-seat cover. Grown-up Greg Brady. Myron kept stealing glances out the picture window at the For Sale sign in the front yard as though it were a spaceship that had just landed and something sinister was about to step out.Where's Dad?Mom gave a weary wave toward the door. He's in the basement.In my room?Your old room, yes. You moved out, remember?He did -- at the tender age of thirty-four no less. Childcare experts would salivate and tsk-tsk over that one -- the prodigal son choosing to remain in his split-level cocoon long after the deemed appropriate deadline for the butterfly to break free. But Myron might argue the opposite. He might bring up the fact that for generations and in most cultures, offspring lived in the familial home until a ripe old age, that adopting such a philosophy could indeed be a societal boom, helping people stay rooted to something tangible in this era of the disintegrating nuclear family. Or, if that rationale didn't float your boat, Myron could try another. He had a million.But the truth of the matter was far simpler: He liked hanging out in the burbs with Mom and Dad -- even if confessing such a sentiment was about as hip as an Air Supply eight track.So what's going on? he asked.Your father doesn't know you're here yet, she said. He thinks you're not coming for another hour.Myron nodded, puzzled. What's he doing in the basement?He bought a computer. Your father plays with it down there.Dad?My point exactly. The man can't change a lightbulb without a manual -- all of a sudden he's Bill Gates. Always on the nest.The Net, Myron corrected.The what?It's called the Net, Mom.I thought it was nest. The bird's nest or something.No, it's Net.Are you sure? I know there's a bird in there somewhere.The Web maybe, Myron tried. Like with a spider.She snapped her fingers. That's it. Anyway your father is on there all the time, weaving the Web or whatever. He chats with people, Myron. That's what he tells me. He chats with complete strangers. Like he used to do with the CB radio, remember?Myron remembered. Circa 1976. Jewish Dads in the suburbs checking for smokeys on the way to the delicatessen. Mighty convoy of Cadillac Sevilles. Ten-four, good buddy.And that's not all, she went on. He's typing his memoirs. A man who can't scribble down a grocery list without consulting Strunk and White suddenly thinks he's an ex-president.They were selling the house. Myron still could not believe it. His eyes wandered about the overly familiar surroundings, his gaze getting snagged on the photographs running up the stairwell. He saw his family mature via fashion -- the skirts and sideburns lengthening and shortening, the quasi-hippie fringes and suede and tie-dyes, the leisure suits and bell-bottoms, the frilly tuxedos that would be too tacky for a Vegas casino -- the years flying by frame by frame like one of those depressing life insurance commercials. He spotted the poses from his basketball days -- a sixth-grade suburban-league foul shot, an eighth-grade drive to the hoop, a high school slam dunk -- the row ending with Sports Illustrated cover shots, two from his days at Duke and one with his leg in a cast and a large-fonted IS HE FINISHED? emblazoned across his knee-cast image (the answer in the mind's eye being an equally large-fonted YES!).So what's wrong? he asked.I didn't say anything was wrong.Myron shook his head, disappointed. And you a lawyer.Setting a bad example?It's no wonder I never ran for higher office.She folded her hands on her lap. We need to chat.Myron didn't like the tone.But not here, she added. Let's take a walk around the block.Myron nodded and they rose. Before they reached the door, his cell phone rang. Myron snatched it up with a speed that would have made Wyatt Earp step back. He put the phone to his ear and cleared his throat.MB SportsReps, he said, silky-smooth, professional-like. This is Myron Bolitar speaking.Nice phone voice, Esperanza said. You sound like Billy Dee ordering two Colt 45s.Esperanza Diaz was his longtime assistant and now sports-agent partner at MB SportsReps (M for Myron, the B for Bolitar -- for those keeping score).I was hoping you were Lamar, he said.He hasn't called yet?Nope.He could almost see Esperanza frown. We're in deep doo-doo here, she said.We're not in deep doo-doo. We're just sucking a little wind, that's all.Sucking a little wind, Esperanza repeated. Like Pavarotti running the Boston Marathon.Good one, Myron said.Thanks.Lamar Richardson was a power-hitting Golden Glove shortstop who'd just become a free agent -- free agent being a phrase agents whisper in the same way a mufti might whisper Praise Allah. Lamar was shopping for new representation and had whittled his final list down to three agencies: two supersized conglomerates with enough office space to house a Price Club and the aforementioned pimple-on-the-buttocks but oh-so-personal MB SportsReps. Go, pimple-butt!Myron watched his mother standing by the door. He switched ears and said, Anything else?You'll never guess who called, Esperanza said.Elle and Claudia demanding another menage a trois?Oooo, close.She would never just tell him. With his friends, everything was a TV game show. How about a hint? he said.One of your ex-lovers.He felt a jolt. Jessica.Esperanza made a buzzing noise. Sorry, wrong bitch.Myron was puzzled. He'd only had two long-term relationships in his life: Jessica on and off for the past thirteen years (now very off). And before that, well, you'd have to go back to...Emily Downing?Esperanza made a ding-ding noise.A sudden image pierced his heart like a straight-blade. He saw Emily sitting on that threadbare couch in the frat basement, smiling that smile at him, her legs bent and tucked under her, wearing his high school varsity jacket that was several sizes too big, her gesturing hands slipping down and disappearing into the sleeves.His mouth went dry. What did she want?Don't know. But she said that she simply had to talk to you. She's very breathy, you know. Like everything she says is a double entendre.With Emily, everything was.She good in the sack? Esperanza asked.Being an overly attractive bisexual, Esperanza viewed everyone as a potential sex partner. Myron wondered what that must be like, to have and thus weigh so many options, and then he decided to leave that road untraveled. Wise man.What did Emily say exactly? Myron said.Nothing specific. She j... The comedic adventures of sports agent Myron Bolitar take a dark turn in the seventh book in his series when Bolitar and friends face a case of a dying child and a serial kidnapper. Myron's old college sweetheart has just told Myron that he is the father of her 13-year-old son, now dying of Fanconi anemia. Only a bone marrow transplant can save the boy, and the only donor has mysteriously disappeared. Jonathan Marosz manages an array of characters-- both good and evil--with richness of vocal tones and color, while giving the third-person narrator a journalistic, almost distant voice. The whole thing works magnificently as Myron takes on the issues of fathers, sons, masculinity, and violence. Marosz's reading shows the humor, the depth, and the vivid storytelling skills of the author. S.E.S. AudioFile 2001, Portland, Maine-- Copyright AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

Darkest Fear : A Myron Bolitar Novel Myron Bolitar's father's recent heart attack brings Myron smack into a midlife encounter with issues of adulthood and mortality. And if that's not enough to turn his life upside down, the reappearance of his first serious girlfriend is. The basketball star turned sports agent, who does a little detecting when business is slow, is saddened by the news that Emily Downing's 13-year-old son is dying and desperately needs a bone marrow transplant; even if she did leave him for the man who destroyed his basketball career, he wouldn't wish tsuris like that on anyone. And he's not at all interested in getting involved with Emily again, not even to track down the one mysterious donor who may be able to save the boy. But when Myron learns that Jeremy Downing is his own son, conceived the night before Emily and Greg Downing married, he embarks on a search for someone who disappeared a lifetime ago. And what he finds leads him to a powerful family determined to keep an old secret, a disgraced reporter who may have plagiarized a novel to create a serial killer, a very interested FBI agent, and a missing child. This is the seventh outing in a series that's been gaining in popularity since Bolitar's first appearance, in Harlan Coben's Deal Breaker. Myron's a bit of a baby, but he's not afraid to get rough when the situation calls for it, he's eminently likable, and his heart's in the right place. The fireworks are supplied by his friend and partner, Win, who really deserves a series of his own, and Esperanza, the lesbian wrestler-lawyer who has finally talked Myron into making her a partner in the business. Like Coben's other Bolitar novels, she's worth every penny. --Jane Adams Book seven in Coben's wonderfully rich series (after 1999's The Final Detail), which features sports agent Myron Bolitar, former basketball player and totally believable human being, is all about fathers, sons and the intricate and often painful chains that link them together. Myron, who has just moved out of his parents' house at the age of 34, is worried about his father's health after a heart attack, but it's hard for either of them to talk about the older man's condition. Myron tends to have long relationships with women that end in tears. ("You're in your mid-thirties, single, sensitive, and you like show tunes," says his current lover, a troubled television star. "If you were a better dresser, I'd say you were gay.") Emily, his college girlfriend from Duke who dumped him for a more successful basketball rival, re-enters the picture to tell him that her critically ill 13-year-old son needs a bone marrow transplant, but the only suitable registered donor has disappeared. Can Myron find him? And, by the way--Myron is the boy's real father. The search takes Myron deep into some decades-old unsolved crimes involving another father and son--a sadistic deranged killer and a conflicted newspaper columnist. Myron's deadly preppy friend, Win, is on hand to supply his own frightening brand of violence, and the gorgeous Esperanza Diaz, the former wrestler who's now a full partner in MB SportsReps, supplies wisdom as well as glamour. But the heart of the novel is, as always, the fallible but infinitely appealing, accessible figure of Myron Bolitar--a modern Don Quixote complete with knee brace and cell phone, ready to take on the world's problems. (June) Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. YA-Struggling to keep his sports agency afloat, Myron Bolitar is not thrilled to have a former girlfriend resurface after many years. Sadly, her 13-year-old son desperately needs a bone-marrow transplant from a person who has mysteriously disappeared. The woman asks for Myron's help in locating the missing donor and confides to him that he is the boy's father. Against his better judgment, the protagonist begins to search Manhattan sports agent Myron Bolitar is shocked when his former college lover informs him he is the father of her 13-year-old son, who has anemia. But the girlfriend--now inimically divorced from her husband--only uses that fact to convince him to locate the boy's bone-marrow donor, who has disappeared. Bolitar's subsequent quest pits him against a wealthy, publicity-shy, and bitterly scrapping family with hitherto secret connections to a crazed kidnapper. Crisp, focused prose, a wisecracking but gallant hero, and a busy plot make this essential for most collections. Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. Sports agent Myron Bolitar is busy hustling new clients and schmoozing old ones when his first love drops back into his life. She has some news for Myron: she broke up with Greg, and her son, who is dying of a rare form of anemia, is also Myron's son. The boy, Jeremy, needs a bone marrow transplant if his life is to be saved. A possible donor has disappeared. Will Myron help? The search points to the son of powerful East Coast parents, but they aren't talking. Then Jeremy is kidnapped by a serial killer who seems intent on psychologically torturing his victims' families. The Bolitar thrillers are always leavened with humor, no matter how grim the content, and this one is no exception. Even so, the darkness of the plot and the seriousness of the theme--the reponsibilities of parenthood--give this installment added impact. Thought-provoking issues and mind-numbing terror made more real by their human context. Wes LukowskyCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved Years after a mauled knee ended his basketball career in his first preseason game, sports agent Myron Bolitar is still taking body blows. The latest is the news that he has a son by Emily Downing, the college sweetheart whose wedding to rival hoopster Greg Downing he celebrated perhaps too vigorously with her the night before. Emilys kept her secret for 13 years, but now that Jeremys been diagnosed with life-threatening Fanconi anemia, she begs his help in locating a bone-marrow donor whod be a perfect match for their son if only he hadnt vanished. And it gets worse. Myrons search for the missing donor swiftly drags him into the nightmare world of a serial kidnapper whose whispered phone mantra to his victims loved onesSow the seedshas been spreading terror for years; to the reporter whose exclusive stories on the kidnapper sent his career soaring before wrecking it and killing his girlfriend; and to the obscenely wealthy Lex family, whose members arent shy about using their money to destroy anyone who crosses their pathanyone like Myron, for instance. As the complications deepen, the oppressively playful badinage of the opening chapters falls away, revealing Coben (The Final Detail, 1999, etc.) once again as one of the most inventive plotters in the businessuntil he tries one spin too many with an epilogue thats too twisty, too sentimental, and way too long. Even so, Myron runs rings around most of the tough-guy competition in the amateur division, like a class clown whos much more than just a funny face. -- Copyright 2000 Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. Harlan Coben and the Myron Bolitar Novels:The world needs to discover Harlan Coben.He's smart, he's funny, and he has something to say.--Michael ConnellyIn a genre crowded with accidental detectives who seem invented only to lure cat-loving vegetarians and other special-interest readers, Myron Bolitar stands out.--USA TodayDon't let Coben's wry observations fool you.They gift wrap keen insights into our society....--The Washington Post Book WorldPoignant and insightful...Myron is gallant, likable and delightfully original.--Los Angeles TimesCoben has melded sly humor, sophisticated plotting, and solid storytelling with bizarre yet believable characters.--Chicago TribuneBottom line: Slam dunk suspense from smart aleck sleuth.--People Magazine Beach Pick of the Week 6 1.5-hour cassettes --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Edgar Award-winner Harlan Coben is at his electrifying best in his latest novel--a dazzling tale of seething mystery and dark family secrets. In Darkest Fear, Myron Bolitar faces the most emotionally shattering case of his career. And it all begins when Myron's ex-girlfriend tells him he is a father--of a dying thirteen-year-old boy....Myron's sports agency is struggling. Now more than ever Myron needs to keep his eye on the ball, sign up some big-name clients, and turn away from the amateur detective work that is taking precious time away from the agency. But life is not going according to plan. Myron's father, recently recovered from a heart attack, is facing his own mortality--and forcing Myron to face it too. Then comes another surprise. Emily Downing, Myron's college sweetheart, reappears in his life with devastating news: Her thirteen-year-old son Jeremy is gravely ill and can be saved only by a bone-marrow transplant--from a donor who has vanished without a trace. And before Myron can absorb this revelation, Emily hits him with an even bigger shocker: Jeremy is Myron's son, conceived the night before Emily's wedding to another man.Staggered by the news, Myron plunges into a search for the missing donor. But for Myron, finding the only person in the world who can save a boy's life means cracking open a mystery as dark as it is heartbreaking--a mystery that involves a broken family, a brutal kidnapping spree, and a cat-and-mouse game between an ambitious reporter and the FBI. Somewhere in the sordid mess is the man who once signed his name to a bone-marrow donor's registry, then disappeared. And as doubts emerge about Jeremy's true paternity, a child vanishes, igniting a chain reaction of truth and revelation that will change everyone's life forever.At once a riveting mystery and a spellbinding journey into the secrets that haunt families, lovers, and friends, Darkest Fear proves once again that Harlan Coben is a master storyteller like no other--and one of the most original talents in suspense fiction today. Harlan Coben and the Myron Bolitar Novels:"The world needs to discover Harlan Coben. He's smart, he's funny, and he has something to say."--Michael Connelly"In a genre crowded with accidental detectives who seem invented only to lure cat-loving vegetarians and other special-interest readers, Myron Bolitar stands out."--USA Today"Don't let Coben's wry observations fool you. They gift wrap keen insights into our society...."--The Washington Post Book World"Poignant and insightful...Myron is gallant, likable and delightfully original."--Los Angeles Times"Coben has melded sly humor, sophisticated plotting, and solid storytelling with bizarre yet believable characters."--Chicago Tribune"Bottom line: Slam dunk suspense from smart aleck sleuth."--People Magazine Beach Pick of the Week Harlan Coben is the author of six previous novels:The Final Detail, One False Move, Back Spin, the Edgar Award and Shamus Award-winning Fade Away, Drop Shot, and Deal Breaker, which won an Anthony Award and received an Edgar Award nomination.He lives in New Jersey with his wife, daughter, and two sons.His e-mail address is bolitar@aol.com.Visit his website at www.harlancoben.com. An hour before his world exploded like a ripe tomato under a stiletto heel, Myron bit into a fresh pastry that tasted suspiciously like a urinal cake.Well? Mom prompted.Myron battled his throat, won a costly victory, swallowed. Not bad.Mom shook her head, disappointed.What?I'm a lawyer, Mom said. You'd think I'd have raised a better liar.You did the best you could, Myron said.She shrugged and waved a hand at the, uh, pastry. It's my first time baking, bubbe. It's okay to tell me the truth.It's like biting into a urinal cake, Myron said.A what?In men's public bathrooms. In the urinals. They put them there for the smell or something.And you eat them?No--Is that why your father takes so long in there? He's having a little Tastykake? And here I thought his prostate was acting up.I'm joking, Mom.She smiled through blue eyes tinged with a red that Visine could never hope to get out, the red you can only get through slow, steady tears. Normally Mom was heavily into histrionics. Slow, steady tears were not her style. So am I, Mr. Smarty Pants. You think you're the only one in this family with a sense of humor?Myron said nothing. He looked down at the, uh, pastry, fearing or perhaps hoping it might crawl away. In the thirty-plus years his mother had lived in this house, she had never baked -- not from a recipe, not from scratch, not even from one of those Pillsbury morning croissant thingies that came in small mailing tubes. She could barely boil water without strict instructions and pretty much never cooked, though she could whip up a mean Celeste frozen pizza in the microwave, her agile fingers dancing across the numerical keypad in the vein of Nureyev at Lincoln Center. No, in the Bolitar household, the kitchen was more a gathering place -- a Family Room Lite, if you will -- than anything related to even the basest of the culinary arts. The round table held magazines and catalogs and congealing white boxes of Chinese takeout. The stovetop saw less action than a Merchant-Ivory production. The oven was a prop, strictly for show, like a politician's Bible.Something was definitely amiss.They were sitting in the living room with the dated pseudo-leather white modular couch and aqua-tinged rug whose shagginess reminded Myron of a toilet-seat cover. Grown-up Greg Brady. Myron kept stealing glances out the picture window at the For Sale sign in the front yard as though it were a spaceship that had just landed and something sinister was about to step out.Where's Dad?Mom gave a weary wave toward the door. He's in the basement.In my room?Your old room, yes. You moved out, remember?He did -- at the tender age of thirty-four no less. Childcare experts would salivate and tsk-tsk over that one -- the prodigal son choosing to remain in his split-level cocoon long after the deemed appropriate deadline for the butterfly to break free. But Myron might argue the opposite. He might bring up the fact that for generations and in most cultures, offspring lived in the familial home until a ripe old age, that adopting such a philosophy could indeed be a societal boom, helping people stay rooted to something tangible in this era of the disintegrating nuclear family. Or, if that rationale didn't float your boat, Myron could try another. He had a million.But the truth of the matter was far simpler: He liked hanging out in the burbs with Mom and Dad -- even if confessing such a sentiment was about as hip as an Air Supply eight track.So what's going on? he asked.Your father doesn't know you're here yet, she said. He thinks you're not coming for another hour.Myron nodded, puzzled. What's he doing in the basement?He bought a computer. Your father plays with it down there.Dad?My point exactly. The man can't change a lightbulb without a manual -- all of a sudden he's Bill Gates. Always on the nest.The Net, Myron corrected.The what?It's called the Net, Mom.I thought it was nest. The bird's nest or something.No, it's Net.Are you sure? I know there's a bird in there somewhere.The Web maybe, Myron tried. Like with a spider.She snapped her fingers. That's it. Anyway your father is on there all the time, weaving the Web or whatever. He chats with people, Myron. That's what he tells me. He chats with complete strangers. Like he used to do with the CB radio, remember?Myron remembered. Circa 1976. Jewish Dads in the suburbs checking for smokeys on the way to the delicatessen. Mighty convoy of Cadillac Sevilles. Ten-four, good buddy.And that's not all, she went on. He's typing his memoirs. A man who can't scribble down a grocery list without consulting Strunk and White suddenly thinks he's an ex-president.They were selling the house. Myron still could not believe it. His eyes wandered about the overly familiar surroundings, his gaze getting snagged on the photographs running up the stairwell. He saw his family mature via fashion -- the skirts and sideburns lengthening and shortening, the quasi-hippie fringes and suede and tie-dyes, the leisure suits and bell-bottoms, the frilly tuxedos that would be too tacky for a Vegas casino -- the years flying by frame by frame like one of those depressing life insurance commercials. He spotted the poses from his basketball days -- a sixth-grade suburban-league foul shot, an eighth-grade drive to the hoop, a high school slam dunk -- the row ending with Sports Illustrated cover shots, two from his days at Duke and one with his leg in a cast and a large-fonted IS HE FINISHED? emblazoned across his knee-cast image (the answer in the mind's eye being an equally large-fonted YES!).So what's wrong? he asked.I didn't say anything was wrong.Myron shook his head, disappointed. And you a lawyer.Setting a bad example?It's no wonder I never ran for higher office.She folded her hands on her lap. We need to chat.Myron didn't like the tone.But not here, she added. Let's take a walk around the block.Myron nodded and they rose. Before they reached the door, his cell phone rang. Myron snatched it up with a speed that would have made Wyatt Earp step back. He put the phone to his ear and cleared his throat.MB SportsReps, he said, silky-smooth, professional-like. This is Myron Bolitar speaking.Nice phone voice, Esperanza said. You sound like Billy Dee ordering two Colt 45s.Esperanza Diaz was his longtime assistant and now sports-agent partner at MB SportsReps (M for Myron, the B for Bolitar -- for those keeping score).I was hoping you were Lamar, he said.He hasn't called yet?Nope.He could almost see Esperanza frown. We're in deep doo-doo here, she said.We're not in deep doo-doo. We're just sucking a little wind, that's all.Sucking a little wind, Esperanza repeated. Like Pavarotti running the Boston Marathon.Good one, Myron said.Thanks.Lamar Richardson was a power-hitting Golden Glove shortstop who'd just become a free agent -- free agent being a phrase agents whisper in the same way a mufti might whisper Praise Allah. Lamar was shopping for new representation and had whittled his final list down to three agencies: two supersized conglomerates with enough office space to house a Price Club and the aforementioned pimple-on-the-buttocks but oh-so-personal MB SportsReps. Go, pimple-butt!Myron watched his mother standing by the door. He switched ears and said, Anything else?You'll never guess who called, Esperanza said.Elle and Claudia demanding another menage a trois?Oooo, close.She would never just tell him. With his friends, everything was a TV game show. How about a hint? he said.One of your ex-lovers.He felt a jolt. Jessica.Esperanza made a buzzing noise. Sorry, wrong bitch.Myron was puzzled. He'd only had two long-term relationships in his life: Jessica on and off for the past thirteen years (now very off). And before that, well, you'd have to go back to...Emily Downing?Esperanza made a ding-ding noise.A sudden image pierced his heart like a straight-blade. He saw Emily sitting on that threadbare couch in the frat basement, smiling that smile at him, her legs bent and tucked under her, wearing his high school varsity jacket that was several sizes too big, her gesturing hands slipping down and disappearing into the sleeves.His mouth went dry. What did she want?Don't know. But she said that she simply had to talk to you. She's very breathy, you know. Like everything she says is a double entendre.With Emily, everything was.She good in the sack? Esperanza asked.Being an overly attractive bisexual, Esperanza viewed everyone as a potential sex partner. Myron wondered what that must be like, to have and thus weigh so many options, and then he decided to leave that road untraveled. Wise man.What did Emily say exactly? Myron said.Nothing specific. She j... The comedic adventures of sports agent Myron Bolitar take a dark turn in the seventh book in his series when Bolitar and friends face a case of a dying child and a serial kidnapper. Myron's old college sweetheart has just told Myron that he is the father of her 13-year-old son, now dying of Fanconi anemia. Only a bone marrow transplant can save the boy, and the only donor has mysteriously disappeared. Jonathan Marosz manages an array of characters-- both good and evil--with richness of vocal tones and color, while giving the third-person narrator a journalistic, almost distant voice. The whole thing works magnificently as Myron takes on the issues of fathers, sons, masculinity, and violence. Marosz's reading shows the humor, the depth, and the vivid storytelling skills of the author. S.E.S. AudioFile 2001, Portland, Maine-- Copyright AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

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A Dictionary of Literary and Thematic Terms

Grade 8 Up-Employing an expanded use of the word "literary," this volume includes social, theoretical, and historical terms as they relate to literature, film, television, and others forms of popular culture. In addition to the many expected terms (iamb, onomatopoeia), entries on places (Abbey Theatre), philosophical principles (the Absolute), movements (futurism), and discussions on major themes such as love and jealousy are also covered. Most of the clear, concise entries offer excellent examples of written and cinematic works that further clarify the definitions and/or titles of resources that provide additional commentary on the topics. While there is no pronunciation key for the foreign words and expressions, this valuable resource is more accessible and broader in approach than other literary dictionaries.J. B. MacDonald, Milner Library, Illinois State University, Normal Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Chicago renaissance, Chinese-American literature, Ecocriticism, Graphic novel, and Interdisciplinary are among the 200 terms added to this edition of a useful guide first published in 1999. We said in our review of the first edition that the entries on thematic concepts are what set this book apart from other dictionaries of literary terms, and now new entries address themes such as Alcoholism, Baseball, Madness, Odysseus/Ulysses theme, and Vampirism, to name a few. Mary Ellen QuinnCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Library Binding edition. ...The writing is lively and interesting... This dictionary is very accessible, written to answer most questions more than adequately. -- Voice of Youth Advocates, April 2000This valuable resource is more accessible and broader in approach than other literary dictionaries. -- School Library Journal, May 1, 2000 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

A Dictionary of Literary and Thematic Terms Grade 8 Up-Employing an expanded use of the word "literary," this volume includes social, theoretical, and historical terms as they relate to literature, film, television, and others forms of popular culture. In addition to the many expected terms (iamb, onomatopoeia), entries on places (Abbey Theatre), philosophical principles (the Absolute), movements (futurism), and discussions on major themes such as love and jealousy are also covered. Most of the clear, concise entries offer excellent examples of written and cinematic works that further clarify the definitions and/or titles of resources that provide additional commentary on the topics. While there is no pronunciation key for the foreign words and expressions, this valuable resource is more accessible and broader in approach than other literary dictionaries.J. B. MacDonald, Milner Library, Illinois State University, Normal Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Chicago renaissance, Chinese-American literature, Ecocriticism, Graphic novel, and Interdisciplinary are among the 200 terms added to this edition of a useful guide first published in 1999. We said in our review of the first edition that the entries on thematic concepts are what set this book apart from other dictionaries of literary terms, and now new entries address themes such as Alcoholism, Baseball, Madness, Odysseus/Ulysses theme, and Vampirism, to name a few. Mary Ellen QuinnCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Library Binding edition. ...The writing is lively and interesting... This dictionary is very accessible, written to answer most questions more than adequately. -- Voice of Youth Advocates, April 2000This valuable resource is more accessible and broader in approach than other literary dictionaries. -- School Library Journal, May 1, 2000 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Channel your child's love of dolphins and the ocean to help him or her learn how to tell time, with this educational, yet fun dolphin design watch by Activa Kids. Constructed with a dark blue, 14-millimeter rubber wristband featuring jumping dolphin designs, a 31-millimeter stainless steel case, and a matching oval stainless steel bezel, this slim accessory will help your child keep track of play dates, study sessions, and bed times all on his or her own. The watch's dial face is protected by a sturdy mineral crystal, and features large white Arabic numerals that pop out against the dial's blue face. Slim silver hour, minutes, and seconds indexes help keep track of time on this analog-quartz-powered watch. In addition, the watch is secured to the wrist with an adjustable buckle, and is water resistant to 99 feet, making it a versatile timepiece that can keep up with your young one--at play or at rest.

Activa By Invicta Kids' SV631-005 Dolphin Design Watch Channel your child's love of dolphins and the ocean to help him or her learn how to tell time, with this educational, yet fun dolphin design watch by Activa Kids. Constructed with a dark blue, 14-millimeter rubber wristband featuring jumping dolphin designs, a 31-millimeter stainless steel case, and a matching oval stainless steel bezel, this slim accessory will help your child keep track of play dates, study sessions, and bed times all on his or her own. The watch's dial face is protected by a sturdy mineral crystal, and features large white Arabic numerals that pop out against the dial's blue face. Slim silver hour, minutes, and seconds indexes help keep track of time on this analog-quartz-powered watch. In addition, the watch is secured to the wrist with an adjustable buckle, and is water resistant to 99 feet, making it a versatile timepiece that can keep up with your young one--at play or at rest.

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American Lighting LXC2P-WH 16-Inch Xenon Under Cabinet Light, Plug-In, 40 Watt Lamp, High/Low Switch, 120 Volt, White

American Lighting 16-inch xenon under cabinet light, plug-in, 40 watt lamp, high/low switch, 120 volt, white #LXC2P-WH, 16 by 4-1/2 by 1-1/4-inch, includes a 24 inch extension for linking, UL/cUL listed, Line voltage Xenon Under Cabinet Lights operate on cooler than Halogen and last four times as longer, low pressure, 120 Volt Xenon lamps (included) provide up to 8,000 hours of 2800 degree Kelvin dimmable white light with a color rendering index of 90, great for kitchens, offices and medical workstations Portable Xenon Under Cabinet Light - PORTABLE XENON UNDER CABINET LIGHT. Bright white light for countertop & workstation. Height: 1-1/4", depth: 4-1/2". Includes 120V Xenon light bulbs - 8,000 hours SIZE/WATTS:(2) 16" / 40 FINISH:White

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Includes: remote control, wireless keyboard, wireless optical mouse, IR Blaster, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 with Update Rollup 2, Photoshop Elements, Works 8.0, Quicken 2005 New User Edition, Roxio DigitalMedia SE, & more. Sony VAIO(R) VA Series Desktop PC - Over the past few years there have been computers designed to integrate with your TV. Sony has gone a step further by combining the two, so now your PC is your TV! Or is it, your TV is your PC? Either way, you get a full-featured desktop computer built into a stunning 20" widescreen LCD TV. So you can watch, record and pause live TV on your computer using the easy-to-use interface that's provided by Microsoft's Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system. You can even capture, edit, and burn hi-definition video with the included Double Layer DVD Writer and bundled software. Integrated 802.11b/g Wi-Fi Wireless Network Adapter 1GB of PC2-4200 533MHz DDR2 SDRAM 2 RAM Slots - (0 available) 320GB (160 x 2) 7200RPM SATA Hard Drives ATI Mobility Radeon X700 graphics with 256MB of memory (128MB are dynamically shared from the main system's RAM) AGP 8x Graphics Interface Giga Pocket MPEG2 Realtime Encoder board with TV Tuner Double Layer DVD Writer - (write speeds) 2.4x Double Layer DVD+R, 8x DVD-R, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD-RW, 4x DVD+RW, 24x CD-R, & 10x CD-RW Double Layer DVD Writer - (read speeds) 8x DVD-ROM & 24x CD-ROM 5 Integrated Speakers for 2.1 channel playback 56k v.90 Fax Modem Multimedia Card Reader - Memory Stick, Memory Stick(R) PRO, Memory Stick(R) Duo, Smart Media, xD Picture Card, Secure Digital (SD), & Compact Flash PCMCIA Type I/II Card Slot with CardBus support Slots - 1 PCI (available) Ports - 10/100 Ethernet, 4 USB 2.0, 1 4-pin Firewire, 1 Composite S-Video & Audio In, 1 S/PDIF Out (supports 5.1 surround), 1 Mini Microphone Jack, 1 Stereo Headphone Unit Dimensions - 22.5 (w) x 17.5 (h)

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The Book of Management Wisdom: Classic Writings by Legendary Managers

"This book is not only worth reading but for referring to time and time again for enduring truths which transcend the turbulence of the business landscape."--(Warren Bennis, Distinguished Professor of Business Administration, USC Co-author, Co-Leaders) Michael Eisner, Jack Welch, Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie-imagine that you could consult at will with the world's greatest business managers, past and present, whenever you were faced with a crucial management decision. The Book of Management Wisdom lets you do just that. This unique resource offers insight into how these and scores of other legendary business managers have triumphed over the conflicts, challenges, and dilemmas that come with the territory. Never before have the deepest insights of such a large and diverse group of brilliant managers been collected into a single informative and inspiring volume. The Book of Management Wisdom brings together the essays and speeches of more than fifty of the most successful business managers of all time and presents their ideas, tips, and management secrets in their own words. Drawing on their personal experiences, these world-class managers offer a range of practical advice, case studies, humorous anecdotes, and management philosophy. You'll hear from Sam Walton on creating a corporate culture, Lee Iacocca on his famous skip meetings, and Michael Dell on his "campaign of internal evangelism." Klaus Luft details what American CEOs can learn from German management; Harold Geneen describes the essential qualities of great managers; and Thomas Watson weighs in on what growth and change have taught us. These are just a few of the major figures who reveal fascinating details of their characters and personalities as they educate, enlighten, and entertain you with their often surprising views on the most compelling issues faced by managers in every corner of the business world. For easy reference, these essays and speeches are organized into eight categories, each of which highlights a certain set of management tools and techniques and how to use them. These include essential qualities of great managers; productivity, empowerment, and conflict management; hiring, firing, and day-to-day management; the power of technology; lessons from around the world; evolution of the organization; bashing bureaucracy; and reengineering and transformation. Each essay is preceded by a brief introduction that places it in historical perspective and offers interesting and insightful information about the author's life and career. Highlighted passages call your attention to each author's most pithy, profound, or quirky ideas. Offering timeless wisdom and practical advice from the most successful business managers ever, The Book of Management Wisdom is must reading for managers at every level, from the junior executive cubicle to the presidential suite. Michael Eisner, Jack Welch, Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie- imagine that you could consult at will with the world's greatest business managers, past and present, whenever you were faced with a crucial management decision. The Book of Management Wisdom lets you do just that. This unique resource offers insight into how these and scores of other legendary business managers have triumphed over the conflicts, challenges, and dilemmas that come with the territory. Never before have the deepest insights of such a large and diverse group of brilliant managers been collected into a single informative and inspiring volume.The Book of Management Wisdom brings together the essays and speeches of more than fifty of the most successful business managers of all time and presents their ideas, tips, and management secrets in their own words. Drawing on their personal experiences, these world-class managers offer a range of practical advice, case studies, humorous anecdotes, and management philosophy. You'll hear from Sam Walton on creating a corporate culture, Lee Iacocca on his famous skip meetings, and Michael Dell on his "campaign of internal evangelism." Klaus Luft details what American CEOs can learn from German management; Harold Geneen describes the essential qualities of great managers; and Thomas Watson weighs in on what growth and change have taught us. These are just a few of the major figures who reveal fascinating details of their characters and personalities as they educate, enlighten, and entertain you with their often surprising views on the most compelling issues faced by managers in every corner of the business world.For easy reference, these essays and speeches are organized into eight categories, each of which highlights a certain set of management tools and techniques and how to use them. These include essential qualities of great managers; productivity, empowerment, and conflict management; hiring, firing, and day-to-day management; the power of technology; lessons from around the world; evolution of the organization; bashing bureaucracy; and reengineering and transformation. Each essay is preceded by a brief introduction that places it in historical perspective and offers interesting and insightful information about the author's life and career. Highlighted passages call your attention to each author's most pithy, profound, or quirky ideas.Offering timeless wisdom and practical advice from the most successful business managers ever, The Book of Management Wisdom is must reading for managers at every level, from the junior executive cubicle to the presidential suite.Praise for The Book of Management Wisdom"This book is worth referring to time and again for enduring truths that transcend the turbulence of the business landscape." -Warren Bennis, Distinguished Professor of Business Administration, University of Southern California,and coauthor, Co-Leaders: The Power of Great PartnershipsPearls from The Book of Management Wisdom"Dealing with conflicts lies at the heart of managing any business. As a result, confrontation facing issues about which there is disagreement can be avoided only at the manager's peril."-Andrew S. Grove"Never hire your friends. I have made this mistake three times and had to fire all three. They are no longer my friends."-David Ogilvy"It's absolutely essential to let your people express themselves. And that means letting them make mistakes. You've got to allow them to walk into your office and say, 'Boss, I blew it.' That's called growing."-Lee Iacocca"For us, the issue wasn't whether people would waste time on the Internet, but whether they would use the Internet enough. Not to become completely familiar with a transformative business tool like the Internet is just foolish-especially when it's an integral part of your company's strategy and competitive advantage."- Michael Dell"A society which values MBAs, lawyers, and financial wizards over engineers and product planners is moving in the wrong direction."-Akio Morita PETER KRASS, a freelance writer and editor who lives in New Hampshire, is the editor of all five volumes in Wiley's Wisdom Series. Other titles in the series include The Book of Business Wisdom: Classic Writings by the Legends of Commerce and Industry; The Book of Leadership Wisdom: Classic Writings by Legendary Business Leaders; The Book of Investing Wisdom: Classic Writings by Great Stock-Pickers and Legends of Wall Street; and The Book of Entrepreneurs' Wisdom: Classic Writings by Legendary Entrepreneurs. He has contributed extensively to Investor's Business Daily.

The Book of Management Wisdom: Classic Writings by Legendary Managers "This book is not only worth reading but for referring to time and time again for enduring truths which transcend the turbulence of the business landscape."--(Warren Bennis, Distinguished Professor of Business Administration, USC Co-author, Co-Leaders) Michael Eisner, Jack Welch, Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie-imagine that you could consult at will with the world's greatest business managers, past and present, whenever you were faced with a crucial management decision. The Book of Management Wisdom lets you do just that. This unique resource offers insight into how these and scores of other legendary business managers have triumphed over the conflicts, challenges, and dilemmas that come with the territory. Never before have the deepest insights of such a large and diverse group of brilliant managers been collected into a single informative and inspiring volume. The Book of Management Wisdom brings together the essays and speeches of more than fifty of the most successful business managers of all time and presents their ideas, tips, and management secrets in their own words. Drawing on their personal experiences, these world-class managers offer a range of practical advice, case studies, humorous anecdotes, and management philosophy. You'll hear from Sam Walton on creating a corporate culture, Lee Iacocca on his famous skip meetings, and Michael Dell on his "campaign of internal evangelism." Klaus Luft details what American CEOs can learn from German management; Harold Geneen describes the essential qualities of great managers; and Thomas Watson weighs in on what growth and change have taught us. These are just a few of the major figures who reveal fascinating details of their characters and personalities as they educate, enlighten, and entertain you with their often surprising views on the most compelling issues faced by managers in every corner of the business world. For easy reference, these essays and speeches are organized into eight categories, each of which highlights a certain set of management tools and techniques and how to use them. These include essential qualities of great managers; productivity, empowerment, and conflict management; hiring, firing, and day-to-day management; the power of technology; lessons from around the world; evolution of the organization; bashing bureaucracy; and reengineering and transformation. Each essay is preceded by a brief introduction that places it in historical perspective and offers interesting and insightful information about the author's life and career. Highlighted passages call your attention to each author's most pithy, profound, or quirky ideas. Offering timeless wisdom and practical advice from the most successful business managers ever, The Book of Management Wisdom is must reading for managers at every level, from the junior executive cubicle to the presidential suite. Michael Eisner, Jack Welch, Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie- imagine that you could consult at will with the world's greatest business managers, past and present, whenever you were faced with a crucial management decision. The Book of Management Wisdom lets you do just that. This unique resource offers insight into how these and scores of other legendary business managers have triumphed over the conflicts, challenges, and dilemmas that come with the territory. Never before have the deepest insights of such a large and diverse group of brilliant managers been collected into a single informative and inspiring volume.The Book of Management Wisdom brings together the essays and speeches of more than fifty of the most successful business managers of all time and presents their ideas, tips, and management secrets in their own words. Drawing on their personal experiences, these world-class managers offer a range of practical advice, case studies, humorous anecdotes, and management philosophy. You'll hear from Sam Walton on creating a corporate culture, Lee Iacocca on his famous skip meetings, and Michael Dell on his "campaign of internal evangelism." Klaus Luft details what American CEOs can learn from German management; Harold Geneen describes the essential qualities of great managers; and Thomas Watson weighs in on what growth and change have taught us. These are just a few of the major figures who reveal fascinating details of their characters and personalities as they educate, enlighten, and entertain you with their often surprising views on the most compelling issues faced by managers in every corner of the business world.For easy reference, these essays and speeches are organized into eight categories, each of which highlights a certain set of management tools and techniques and how to use them. These include essential qualities of great managers; productivity, empowerment, and conflict management; hiring, firing, and day-to-day management; the power of technology; lessons from around the world; evolution of the organization; bashing bureaucracy; and reengineering and transformation. Each essay is preceded by a brief introduction that places it in historical perspective and offers interesting and insightful information about the author's life and career. Highlighted passages call your attention to each author's most pithy, profound, or quirky ideas.Offering timeless wisdom and practical advice from the most successful business managers ever, The Book of Management Wisdom is must reading for managers at every level, from the junior executive cubicle to the presidential suite.Praise for The Book of Management Wisdom"This book is worth referring to time and again for enduring truths that transcend the turbulence of the business landscape." -Warren Bennis, Distinguished Professor of Business Administration, University of Southern California,and coauthor, Co-Leaders: The Power of Great PartnershipsPearls from The Book of Management Wisdom"Dealing with conflicts lies at the heart of managing any business. As a result, confrontation facing issues about which there is disagreement can be avoided only at the manager's peril."-Andrew S. Grove"Never hire your friends. I have made this mistake three times and had to fire all three. They are no longer my friends."-David Ogilvy"It's absolutely essential to let your people express themselves. And that means letting them make mistakes. You've got to allow them to walk into your office and say, 'Boss, I blew it.' That's called growing."-Lee Iacocca"For us, the issue wasn't whether people would waste time on the Internet, but whether they would use the Internet enough. Not to become completely familiar with a transformative business tool like the Internet is just foolish-especially when it's an integral part of your company's strategy and competitive advantage."- Michael Dell"A society which values MBAs, lawyers, and financial wizards over engineers and product planners is moving in the wrong direction."-Akio Morita PETER KRASS, a freelance writer and editor who lives in New Hampshire, is the editor of all five volumes in Wiley's Wisdom Series. Other titles in the series include The Book of Business Wisdom: Classic Writings by the Legends of Commerce and Industry; The Book of Leadership Wisdom: Classic Writings by Legendary Business Leaders; The Book of Investing Wisdom: Classic Writings by Great Stock-Pickers and Legends of Wall Street; and The Book of Entrepreneurs' Wisdom: Classic Writings by Legendary Entrepreneurs. He has contributed extensively to Investor's Business Daily.

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Shrek - The Story So Far (Shrek 1 & 2 Full Screen / Shrek 3D - Party in the Swamp) (2001)

SHREK: THE STORY SO FAR (4-Disc DVD Collection) is perfect for Shrek fans and gift givers! This super Shrek set gives consumers all of the Shrek movies in one place plus even more of what they love about Shrek with an extra bonus features DVD! It includes the following: "Shrek" (single disc full-frame), "Shrek 3-D" including a collectible lenticular and four sets of 3-D glasses, "Shrek 2" (full frame) and a special bonus disc featuring entertaining exclusives not available in the Shrek 2 DVD/VHS (features subject to change)! There's nearly an hour of entertainment on this disc alone including: Puss In Boots Music Video, Learn How to Burp with Shrek and Fiona, A Making-Of Featurette, "Shrek 2" Around the World, Learn To Draw Shrek, Donkey and Puss In Boots.

Shrek - The Story So Far (Shrek 1 & 2 Full Screen / Shrek 3D - Party in the Swamp) (2001) SHREK: THE STORY SO FAR (4-Disc DVD Collection) is perfect for Shrek fans and gift givers! This super Shrek set gives consumers all of the Shrek movies in one place plus even more of what they love about Shrek with an extra bonus features DVD! It includes the following: "Shrek" (single disc full-frame), "Shrek 3-D" including a collectible lenticular and four sets of 3-D glasses, "Shrek 2" (full frame) and a special bonus disc featuring entertaining exclusives not available in the Shrek 2 DVD/VHS (features subject to change)! There's nearly an hour of entertainment on this disc alone including: Puss In Boots Music Video, Learn How to Burp with Shrek and Fiona, A Making-Of Featurette, "Shrek 2" Around the World, Learn To Draw Shrek, Donkey and Puss In Boots.

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Park Smart Heavy Duty Clean Park Garage Mat 7.5 x 18

The Heavy Duty Clean Park Garage Mat has all the same great features as the standard mat. It catches everything that falls from your vehicle to keep the floor clean and it washes off easily. Remove one of the four snap-on edges and wash all the dirt and fluid out of your garage. Use a squeegee to remove excess liquid. The snap-on edges hold the mat securely in place and they also keep liquid from seeping out onto the garage floor. The result is a dry, clean floor that is safer and more attractive.

Park Smart Heavy Duty Clean Park Garage Mat 7.5 x 18 The Heavy Duty Clean Park Garage Mat has all the same great features as the standard mat. It catches everything that falls from your vehicle to keep the floor clean and it washes off easily. Remove one of the four snap-on edges and wash all the dirt and fluid out of your garage. Use a squeegee to remove excess liquid. The snap-on edges hold the mat securely in place and they also keep liquid from seeping out onto the garage floor. The result is a dry, clean floor that is safer and more attractive.

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Too Much Flesh and Jabez

"Dowell writes with a superb power of constant implicationalways careful, always energetic, always suggestive." -- Thom Gunn, Times Literary Supplement"Dowell's achievement is to keep such a plot on the right side of pornographic farce and construct an intelligent and highly-charged erotic tale that is near impossible to put down." -- Gay Times 4-95"The South, having produced writers like Faulkner and Flannery O'Conner, has always been the most fertile source of American romance. Coleman Dowell is very comfortably a part of this tradition." -- Washington Post Book World"This novel is a meticulously and subtly composed tour de force on the imagination." -- Gilbert Sorrentino, New York Times Book Review 1-1-78"This story has a beautiful simplicity, like a film in sepia that passes like a dream. . . . What's really proposed in Dowell's gender-shifting, acrostic narrative devices is an omnisexual, self-consuming modern consciousness." -- Gary Indiana, Voice Literary Supplement 6-93

Too Much Flesh and Jabez "Dowell writes with a superb power of constant implicationalways careful, always energetic, always suggestive." -- Thom Gunn, Times Literary Supplement"Dowell's achievement is to keep such a plot on the right side of pornographic farce and construct an intelligent and highly-charged erotic tale that is near impossible to put down." -- Gay Times 4-95"The South, having produced writers like Faulkner and Flannery O'Conner, has always been the most fertile source of American romance. Coleman Dowell is very comfortably a part of this tradition." -- Washington Post Book World"This novel is a meticulously and subtly composed tour de force on the imagination." -- Gilbert Sorrentino, New York Times Book Review 1-1-78"This story has a beautiful simplicity, like a film in sepia that passes like a dream. . . . What's really proposed in Dowell's gender-shifting, acrostic narrative devices is an omnisexual, self-consuming modern consciousness." -- Gary Indiana, Voice Literary Supplement 6-93

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Spur Gear, 20 Degree Pressure Angle, Polyoxymethylene, Inch, 20 Pitch, 2.000" Pitch Diameter, 0.312" Bore, 2.000" OD, 40 Teeth

This polyoxymethylene spur gear with 20-degree pressure angle (PA) and a diametral pitch (DP) of 20 transmits torque between parallel shafts to provide rotational power to another part of a motorized system. It has a 20-degree pressure angle for lower contact ratio between gears, resulting in higher load capacity than smaller pressure angles, and a 20-diametral pitch for applications requiring a balance between transferring torque and controlling changes in speed and direction of rotation with precision. This spur gear, which can mesh only with spur gears that have the same pressure angle and diametral pitch, is made of polyoxymethylene for quiet operation, low friction and moisture absorption, and high resistance to heat and abrasion. This SmallParts spur gear is suitable for use in a variety of commercial and industrial applications, such as construction equipment, aeronautics, conveyors, and manufacturing equipment, among others.Spur gears, the most common gear type, have a circular or cylindrical shape with teeth bordering the outer perimeter and are used for transmitting rotational torque and motion between parallel rotating shafts. A spur gear's pressure angle (PA), diametral pitch (also called DP or pitch), and its material are important factors to consider when purchasing. Gears come in several types for use in different power transmission configurations and for different applications, including bevel and miter gears (for rotating shafts perpendicular to each other), change gears (to increase or decrease torque and speed), helical gears (for high rates of rotational speed), internal gears (where one gear is nested inside the other), rack and pinion gears (for turning rotational motion into linear motion), and worm gears (for perpendicular shafts in tight spaces and quiet operation). Gears are suitable for use in the agriculture, automotive, construction, mining, and packaging industries, and can be found in a variety of machines, including bicycles, automobiles, and elevators, among others.

Spur Gear, 20 Degree Pressure Angle, Polyoxymethylene, Inch, 20 Pitch, 2.000" Pitch Diameter, 0.312" Bore, 2.000" OD, 40 Teeth This polyoxymethylene spur gear with 20-degree pressure angle (PA) and a diametral pitch (DP) of 20 transmits torque between parallel shafts to provide rotational power to another part of a motorized system. It has a 20-degree pressure angle for lower contact ratio between gears, resulting in higher load capacity than smaller pressure angles, and a 20-diametral pitch for applications requiring a balance between transferring torque and controlling changes in speed and direction of rotation with precision. This spur gear, which can mesh only with spur gears that have the same pressure angle and diametral pitch, is made of polyoxymethylene for quiet operation, low friction and moisture absorption, and high resistance to heat and abrasion. This SmallParts spur gear is suitable for use in a variety of commercial and industrial applications, such as construction equipment, aeronautics, conveyors, and manufacturing equipment, among others.Spur gears, the most common gear type, have a circular or cylindrical shape with teeth bordering the outer perimeter and are used for transmitting rotational torque and motion between parallel rotating shafts. A spur gear's pressure angle (PA), diametral pitch (also called DP or pitch), and its material are important factors to consider when purchasing. Gears come in several types for use in different power transmission configurations and for different applications, including bevel and miter gears (for rotating shafts perpendicular to each other), change gears (to increase or decrease torque and speed), helical gears (for high rates of rotational speed), internal gears (where one gear is nested inside the other), rack and pinion gears (for turning rotational motion into linear motion), and worm gears (for perpendicular shafts in tight spaces and quiet operation). Gears are suitable for use in the agriculture, automotive, construction, mining, and packaging industries, and can be found in a variety of machines, including bicycles, automobiles, and elevators, among others.

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Access 40575 Utilitrack Bed Extender Kit

Agri-Cover Lorado Performance Tonneau Cover is designed to protect the truck bed from water, snow and dust. The simple twist-dial release system makes it a breeze to roll up the cover and the dual side latching automatically locks and unlocks when the cover is opened or closed. The cover features handy tension adjuster that fine-tunes the cover tension conveniently with the turn of a dial. Guarantees easy installation and is backed up with a limited lifetime warranty.

Access 40575 Utilitrack Bed Extender Kit Agri-Cover Lorado Performance Tonneau Cover is designed to protect the truck bed from water, snow and dust. The simple twist-dial release system makes it a breeze to roll up the cover and the dual side latching automatically locks and unlocks when the cover is opened or closed. The cover features handy tension adjuster that fine-tunes the cover tension conveniently with the turn of a dial. Guarantees easy installation and is backed up with a limited lifetime warranty.

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Planet Love

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Planet Love 1 Planet Love (Radio Edit) (3:32) 2 Planet Love (Escape Mix) (5:02) 3 Planet Love (Untidy Dub) (7:35) Remix - Untidy Dubs 4 Planet Love (Dextrous Remix) (6:46) Remix - Dextrous 5 Planet Love (Maxi Version) (7:04)

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Heidegger's Analytic: Interpretation, Discourse and Authenticity in Being and Time (Modern European Philosophy)

"...an oustanding scholarly contribution to the study of the early Heidegger's views on interpretation. The book is guaranteed to appeal to a wide range of readers..." Philosophical Inquiry, Dana Belu, Brooklyn College"This is, in many respects, a refreshing book. It is clear and straightforward and closely-reasoned. While it does at times, especially in later chapters, become bogged down in Heideggerian jargon, it is a throwback to the days before deconstructionistic obliqueness became the rage. Carman is obviously a competent scholar in Heidegger, sympahetic but not uncritical, and he has something to say and says it, with clarity and even with elegance." Journal of Phenomenological Psychology"Carman's project set out to interpret Heidegger by analogy with Allison's Kant interpretation. The result is an excellent book that, in its clarity and breadth of scope, is set to become as central to Heideggerian scholarship as Allison's work is for Kant scholars. It develops a coherent and convincing interpretation of Heidegger's enterprise in Being and Time, one that future interpretations cannot ignore." Philosophy in Review Unlike those who view Heidegger as an idealist, Taylor Carman asserts that Heidegger is best understood as a realist and offers a new interpretation of his major work, Being and Time. Among the book's distinctive features are an interpretation explicitly oriented within a Kantian framework (often taken for granted in readings of Heidegger) and an analysis of Dasein in relation to recent theories of intentionality, notably those of Dennett and Searle.

Heidegger's Analytic: Interpretation, Discourse and Authenticity in Being and Time (Modern European Philosophy) "...an oustanding scholarly contribution to the study of the early Heidegger's views on interpretation. The book is guaranteed to appeal to a wide range of readers..." Philosophical Inquiry, Dana Belu, Brooklyn College"This is, in many respects, a refreshing book. It is clear and straightforward and closely-reasoned. While it does at times, especially in later chapters, become bogged down in Heideggerian jargon, it is a throwback to the days before deconstructionistic obliqueness became the rage. Carman is obviously a competent scholar in Heidegger, sympahetic but not uncritical, and he has something to say and says it, with clarity and even with elegance." Journal of Phenomenological Psychology"Carman's project set out to interpret Heidegger by analogy with Allison's Kant interpretation. The result is an excellent book that, in its clarity and breadth of scope, is set to become as central to Heideggerian scholarship as Allison's work is for Kant scholars. It develops a coherent and convincing interpretation of Heidegger's enterprise in Being and Time, one that future interpretations cannot ignore." Philosophy in Review Unlike those who view Heidegger as an idealist, Taylor Carman asserts that Heidegger is best understood as a realist and offers a new interpretation of his major work, Being and Time. Among the book's distinctive features are an interpretation explicitly oriented within a Kantian framework (often taken for granted in readings of Heidegger) and an analysis of Dasein in relation to recent theories of intentionality, notably those of Dennett and Searle.

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Still Life

Compilation of their Finest Moments from 1993/94 from Band that were Previously the Field Mice & Went on to Become Trembling Blue Stars. Includes Four of their Sarah Recordings.

Still Life Compilation of their Finest Moments from 1993/94 from Band that were Previously the Field Mice & Went on to Become Trembling Blue Stars. Includes Four of their Sarah Recordings.

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Inferno

Ori. Release '95, Fourth studio album from the Gothic Rock duo .

Inferno Ori. Release '95, Fourth studio album from the Gothic Rock duo .

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The Reveal (Becoming Beka Series, Book 4)

SARAH ANNE SUMPOLEC is a graduate of the University of Mary Washington and holds both a Bachelor's degree in psychology and elementary teaching certification. Her background in psychology allowed her to work both in an acute care inpatient setting and a long-term residential treatment center, both of which helped to provide her much insight and compassion towards those struggling to cope with a life that is not always kind or fair. She continually researches and speaks on the hot topics facing teens today. Sarah is the author of the Becoming Beka series, has written for a number of magazines such as Brio and Teens 4 Jesus, and has appeared on Janet Parshall's America, The Tyra Banks Show, and The 700 Club. Sarah lives in Fredericksburg, Virginia, with her husband, Jeff, and their three daughters.

The Reveal (Becoming Beka Series, Book 4) SARAH ANNE SUMPOLEC is a graduate of the University of Mary Washington and holds both a Bachelor's degree in psychology and elementary teaching certification. Her background in psychology allowed her to work both in an acute care inpatient setting and a long-term residential treatment center, both of which helped to provide her much insight and compassion towards those struggling to cope with a life that is not always kind or fair. She continually researches and speaks on the hot topics facing teens today. Sarah is the author of the Becoming Beka series, has written for a number of magazines such as Brio and Teens 4 Jesus, and has appeared on Janet Parshall's America, The Tyra Banks Show, and The 700 Club. Sarah lives in Fredericksburg, Virginia, with her husband, Jeff, and their three daughters.

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Vic Firth Rute 303

Designed for playing with a light touch while retaining the classic Rute sound. Great for medium and small group playing. With seven dowels (.156") L=16 3/8", Handle thickness = .630" Vic Firth offers a complete line of Rute, designed to provide the player with alternative sounds and feels across a variety of musical settings. Unless indicated, each Rute model features premium birch dowels secured in a birch drumstick handle. The handle provides a natural feel and can also be used for back beats, cross rim work and intricate patterns on the cymbal bell. A moveable band adjusts the effect from crisp to splashy.

Vic Firth Rute 303 Designed for playing with a light touch while retaining the classic Rute sound. Great for medium and small group playing. With seven dowels (.156") L=16 3/8", Handle thickness = .630" Vic Firth offers a complete line of Rute, designed to provide the player with alternative sounds and feels across a variety of musical settings. Unless indicated, each Rute model features premium birch dowels secured in a birch drumstick handle. The handle provides a natural feel and can also be used for back beats, cross rim work and intricate patterns on the cymbal bell. A moveable band adjusts the effect from crisp to splashy.

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Refuge in Hell: How Berlin's Jewish Hospital Outlasted the Nazis

Silver, a lawyer and former general counsel to the CIA, tells the astonishing story of Berlin's Jewish Hospital during WWII. For decades before the Nazis seized power in Germany, the hospital had served Berlin's Jews as their principal medical resource. At the war's end, it was still functioning, delivering what medical care it could and sheltering a large percentage of the city's few remaining Jews. Silver asks how a Jewish institution, located in the capital city of a regime dedicated above all to obliterating the Jews, could possibly have survived. To answer this question, Silver has gathered the available documentary evidence and interviewed the handful of hospital staffers still alive. According to these sources, the institution's survival hinged on an amalgam of factors, including sheer, blind luck and bureaucratic infighting among Nazi organizations. As Silver explains, the Nazis' bizarre system for classifying persons of partly Jewish ancestry played a role as well, since some hospital personnel with mixed ancestry were not treated with the same implacable hostility as full Jews were. Silver acknowledges where gaps in the evidence make certainty impossible, as in assessing Dr. Walter Lustig, the hospital's chief during the war years. Lustig may have been a betrayer and collaborator, as some staffers think, or he may have manipulated the system as best he could to save at least some Jews from destruction. The balanced analysis of Dr. Lustig's record typifies the author's careful use of evidence throughout this absorbing book. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. When Soviet troops liberated the Jewish Hospital in Berlin in April 1945, they found 800 Jewish doctors, nurses, and patients that had survived there during World War II. The hospital's director was Dr. Walter Lustig, a German-born Jew, who had been baptized and married an Aryan woman. His ties to the notorious Adolf Eichmann were the reason that the hospital remained open. Lustig compiled lists of Jews--both staff members and patients--for deportation to concentration camps. He was later executed by the Soviets, purportedly for collaborating with the Nazis. Much of the book centers on the complex character of Lustig and whether he should be lauded for keeping many of the Jews alive or condemned for sending many of them to their deaths. Silver was able to locate and interview a number of survivors. He also relied on the work of scholars who had researched the history of the hospital. The result is a graphic account of a little-known episode in the Holocaust. George CohenCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved "[A] fascinating footnote to Holocaust history that staggers the imagination . . . one that Silver captures with all due astonishment." Kirkus Reviews, Starred Silver, a lawyer and former general counsel to the CIA, tells the astonishing story of Berlin's Jewish Hospital during WWII. For decades before the Nazis seized power in Germany, the hospital had served Berlin's Jews as their principal medical resource. At the war's end, it was still functioning, delivering what medical care it could and sheltering a large percentage of the city's few remaining Jews. Silver asks how a Jewish institution, located in the capital city of a regime dedicated above all to obliterating the Jews, could possibly have survived. To answer this question, Silver has gathered the available documentary evidence and interviewed the handful of hospital staffers still alive. According to these sources, the institution's survival hinged on an amalgam of factors, including sheer, blind luck and bureaucratic infighting among Nazi organizations. As Silver explains, the Nazis' bizarre system for classifying persons of partly Jewish ancestry played a role as well, since some hospital personnel with mixed ancestry were not treated with the same implacable hostility as full Jews were. Silver acknowledges where gaps in the evidence make certainty impossible, as in assessing Dr. Walter Lustig, the hospital's chief during the war years. Lustig may have been a betrayer and collaborator, as some staffers think, or he may have manipulated the system as best he could to save at least some Jews from destruction. The balanced analysis of Dr. Lustig's record typifies the author's careful use of evidence throughout this absorbing book. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. (Publishers Weekly )When Soviet troops liberated the Jewish Hospital in Berlin in April 1945, they found 800 Jewish doctors, nurses, and patients that had survived there during World War II. The hospital's director was Dr. Walter Lustig, a German-born Jew, who had been baptized and married an Aryan woman. His ties to the notorious Adolf Eichmann were the reason that the hospital remained open. Lustig compiled lists of Jews--both staff members and patients--for deportation to concentration camps. He was later executed by the Soviets, purportedly for collaborating with the Nazis. Much of the book centers on the complex character of Lustig and whether he should be lauded for keeping many of the Jews alive or condemned for sending many of them to their deaths. Silver was able to locate and interview a number of survivors. He also relied on the work of scholars who had researched the history of the hospital. The result is a graphic account of a little-known episode in the Holocaust. George CohenCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved (Booklist )A great deal has been written, filmed and imagined about the Holocaust over the past six decades. And yet Silver's narrative loses none of its poignancy...One physician's actions are depicted in all their fascinating complexity: whether Nazi collaborator or protector of his people, it is not easy to decide...Meticulously documented, the facts seem almost incredible. No more incredible, however, than the author's gripping account of the persecution itself.F. Gonzalez-Crussi (The Washington Post ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Dan Silver has a law degree and a PhD in cultural anthropology from Harvard, and has been General Counsel of the National Security Agency and from 1979 - 1981 General Counsel of the CIA. He is an active member in Washington DC's largest conservative Jewish congregation and lives in Chevy Chase, MD. Preface The Story Behind the StoryIn August 1945, Ernie Mayerfeld, a nineteen-year-old GI stationed in Berlin, received a letter from his father in New York asking him to undertake a mission for a family friend. Until 1938 the elder Mayerfeld had been a prosperous leather distributor in Frankfurt. Even as the Nazi persecution mounted in Germany, it had seemed inconceivable to Herr Mayerfeld that the familys comfortable life would be disrupted permanently. After all, the familys roots in Germany and Austria went back hundreds of years. (The residence of one ancestor, the Baron Eskeles, whose wife was a patroness of Mozart, today serves as the home of Viennas Jewish Museum.) And after the Nazis took power in 1933, he still could not foresee the worst. Had he not received a medal for his service at the front in World War I, accompanied by a letter of thanks signed by Der Fhrer himself ? Not even the 1938 Kristallnacht pogrom, in which Herr Mayerfeld narrowly escaped arrest, had convinced him to emigrate. Only in the ensuing months when his suppliers would no longer sell him the merchandise needed for his business was he finally persuaded to flee. And so, virtually at the last possible moment and aided by a large dose of good luck, the Mayerfelds escaped and eventually made their way to New York, where fourteen-year-old Ernst turned himself into Ernie, an American teenager. Five years later, after fighting in the Battle of the Bulge, he returned to the country of his birth as one of the occupying U.S. troops. His fathers request was one of many that Ernie had received asking him to look for surviving relatives of German Jewish migrs in the United States. Frequently, the searches were unavailing. But in this case, Herr Mayerfelds friend was certain that his sister, Johanna Frank, had survived the war as a nurse in the Berlin Jewish Hospital. He sent a package of foodstuffs to be delivered to her. And so one day Ernie made his way through the rubble and devastation of occupied Berlin to 2 Iranischestrasse in the Wedding district. There he found a spacious compound of seven buildings set in a large garden. Carved in stone over the main entrance on Iranischestrasse, in the pediment of the administration building, was the name Krankenhaus der Jdischen Gemeinde, or Hospital of the Jewish Community. Johanna Frank was indeed there, attending to her nursing duties. The buildings were all still standing, Ernie remembered, although some of them had taken hits in the bombing. Inside, though, it was unbelievable. Doctors in white coats and nurses in clean, starched uniforms bustled through spotless corridors and rooms, attending to their patients. It was as if the twelve years of Nazi horror had never happened. Astounded by what he found, Ernie asked Schwester Johanna and her coworkers how it was possible that this hospital, full of Jews, had made it through the Nazi period. All agreed that it was a miracle, but no one had a coherent explanation to offer. More than half a century passed, filled with marriage, family, and a successful career as a CIA officer and later as a lawyer in the CIAs Office of General Counsel. From time to time Ernie thought about his strange experience at the Berlin Jewish Hospital and wondered about the story that lay behind it, but he had no time to make inquiries. At a dinner party in the late 1970s or early 1980s, about the same time that Ernie and I became legal colleagues at the CIA and grew to be close friends, I met Klaus Zwilsky, a charming and ebullient man, then in his fifties, who spoke with a slight German accent. Over the years we continued to see each other. One night over dinner, the talk turned to how it must feel to live under the constant threat of bombing. I dont remember how the topic arose; probably we were talking about Beirut or one of the worlds other perennial hot spots. Klaus listened for a while and then volunteered a comment, describing his own emotions as a child in Berlin in 1944 and 1945, cowering fearfully in the cellar while Allied bombers attacked the city. But, Klaus, someone said. I dont understand. Youre Jewish; your parents were both 100 percent Jewish. How could you have been living in Berlin during the last years of the war? My father worked at the Jewish hospital, Klaus explained, and we all lived there. He said a few more words about his experience of the Allied air raids, and the conversation moved on to other things. In this way I too learned that a Jewish hospital in Berlin had remained open throughout the entire Nazi era and that Jewish doctors, nurses, administrators, and patients had survived there. The fact astonished me. I thought I knew a goood deal about the Nazi persecution of German Jews. I had read widely on the subject of the Holocaust. I was aware that a handful of Jews haddddd survived in Germany, some in hiding, some protected by marriage to non-Jews. But I also knew or thought I knew that the Nazis had ruthlessly extirpated every trace of Jewish life in Germany. They had destroyed the synagogues, desecrated the cemeteries, dissolved the Jewish organizations, prohibited Jewish worship, driven two-thirds of Germanys Jews into exile, and then deported all but a handful of those who remained the lucky ones to the ghetto established in Theresienstadt in what had once been Czechoslovakia, and the rest to the death camps of Eastern Europe. How, then, was it possible that a Jewish hospital operating openly under the name Krankenhaus der Jdischen Gemeinde had continued to exist in Berlin throughout the war? How was it that Klaus and his parents, full Jews with no apparent form of protection, could have survived the war living in that hospital? The question kept recurring through the next two decades of a life that, like Ernies, was too busy to permit further investigation. Klaus, who had been only a child during the war years, was reticent about his experiences and volunteered no further explanation. I could find nothing written on the subject in English-language sources. Years went by, years during which from time to time I would say to myself, Someday I need to find out about the Jewish hospital, and then move on to whatever preoccupation was more pressing. Finally, the day came when circumstances made it possible for me to begin serious research on the Berlin Jewish Hospital during the wartime years. My immediate thought was to ask Ernie Mayerfeld if he would be interested in joining me. Did you know that there was a Jewish hospital in Berlin that operated all the way through World War II? I asked. His response took me by surprise. Everyone else to whom I mentioned this fact reacted with astonishment. Ernie looked sheepish. Not only do I know that, he said haltingly. I was there. He proceeded to tell me the story of his 1945 visit. We agreed that we would set out together to find out how and why this hospital, alone among all of Germanys Jewish institutions, had survived when everything else associated with German Jewry was being destroyed. Our initial objective was to satisfy our own curiosity. As we found out more, however, we agreed that we should write something that would bring this astonishing story to the publics attention. Our determination to do so was strengthened when we discovered that the only Internet reference we could find was on a scurrilous neo-Nazi, Holocaust-denial Web site where the fact that the Berlin Jewish Hospital operated throughout the war was adduced as proof that the Nazi atrocities had never occurred. Our research quickly revealed that the essential facts relating to the Berlin Jewish Hospital were not unknown in the small circle of scholars who have devoted themselves to the study of the German Jewish experience during the Nazi era. Indeed, many facts pertaining to the hospitals survival from 1938 through 1945 have been recorded in two German-language publications in a small monograph devoted to the 193845 period and in portions of a larger history of the hospital. Both were the products of extensive archival research and of interviews with war survivors. The findings of the monograph were summarized in English in an article in a scholarly journal, the Leo Baeck Institute Year Book. Passing references to the hospital also could be found in other scholarly books on German Jewry during the Nazi era. Thus we found that the task of preserving the record for the scholarly community had largely been completed. Nor had the existence of the hospital in the war period completely escaped the attention even of authors who wrote for a more popular audience. Fleeting references to it gave evidence that they knew it was there. For example, in a fascinating book, The Last Jews in Berlin, Leonard Gross tells the stories of several Jews who survived the final years of the Nazi period in hiding in Berlin. A passing reference makes clear that he knew that the hospital was in operation throughout this period, but nothing more is said about the institution and the large number of Jews who were living there openly. None of the scholarly or passing accounts, we felt, satisfactorily addressed two important questions. Again and again we asked ourselves, How could this have happened? So, too, has almost everyone who has encountered the simple fact of the hospitals survival. Another question that the barest outline of the facts about the hospital urgently raises is: What was it like to live and work in such circumstances? And so we set out to do two things. First, we wanted to supplement the existing historical record as much as possible, knowing that t...

Refuge in Hell: How Berlin's Jewish Hospital Outlasted the Nazis Silver, a lawyer and former general counsel to the CIA, tells the astonishing story of Berlin's Jewish Hospital during WWII. For decades before the Nazis seized power in Germany, the hospital had served Berlin's Jews as their principal medical resource. At the war's end, it was still functioning, delivering what medical care it could and sheltering a large percentage of the city's few remaining Jews. Silver asks how a Jewish institution, located in the capital city of a regime dedicated above all to obliterating the Jews, could possibly have survived. To answer this question, Silver has gathered the available documentary evidence and interviewed the handful of hospital staffers still alive. According to these sources, the institution's survival hinged on an amalgam of factors, including sheer, blind luck and bureaucratic infighting among Nazi organizations. As Silver explains, the Nazis' bizarre system for classifying persons of partly Jewish ancestry played a role as well, since some hospital personnel with mixed ancestry were not treated with the same implacable hostility as full Jews were. Silver acknowledges where gaps in the evidence make certainty impossible, as in assessing Dr. Walter Lustig, the hospital's chief during the war years. Lustig may have been a betrayer and collaborator, as some staffers think, or he may have manipulated the system as best he could to save at least some Jews from destruction. The balanced analysis of Dr. Lustig's record typifies the author's careful use of evidence throughout this absorbing book. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. When Soviet troops liberated the Jewish Hospital in Berlin in April 1945, they found 800 Jewish doctors, nurses, and patients that had survived there during World War II. The hospital's director was Dr. Walter Lustig, a German-born Jew, who had been baptized and married an Aryan woman. His ties to the notorious Adolf Eichmann were the reason that the hospital remained open. Lustig compiled lists of Jews--both staff members and patients--for deportation to concentration camps. He was later executed by the Soviets, purportedly for collaborating with the Nazis. Much of the book centers on the complex character of Lustig and whether he should be lauded for keeping many of the Jews alive or condemned for sending many of them to their deaths. Silver was able to locate and interview a number of survivors. He also relied on the work of scholars who had researched the history of the hospital. The result is a graphic account of a little-known episode in the Holocaust. George CohenCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved "[A] fascinating footnote to Holocaust history that staggers the imagination . . . one that Silver captures with all due astonishment." Kirkus Reviews, Starred Silver, a lawyer and former general counsel to the CIA, tells the astonishing story of Berlin's Jewish Hospital during WWII. For decades before the Nazis seized power in Germany, the hospital had served Berlin's Jews as their principal medical resource. At the war's end, it was still functioning, delivering what medical care it could and sheltering a large percentage of the city's few remaining Jews. Silver asks how a Jewish institution, located in the capital city of a regime dedicated above all to obliterating the Jews, could possibly have survived. To answer this question, Silver has gathered the available documentary evidence and interviewed the handful of hospital staffers still alive. According to these sources, the institution's survival hinged on an amalgam of factors, including sheer, blind luck and bureaucratic infighting among Nazi organizations. As Silver explains, the Nazis' bizarre system for classifying persons of partly Jewish ancestry played a role as well, since some hospital personnel with mixed ancestry were not treated with the same implacable hostility as full Jews were. Silver acknowledges where gaps in the evidence make certainty impossible, as in assessing Dr. Walter Lustig, the hospital's chief during the war years. Lustig may have been a betrayer and collaborator, as some staffers think, or he may have manipulated the system as best he could to save at least some Jews from destruction. The balanced analysis of Dr. Lustig's record typifies the author's careful use of evidence throughout this absorbing book. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. (Publishers Weekly )When Soviet troops liberated the Jewish Hospital in Berlin in April 1945, they found 800 Jewish doctors, nurses, and patients that had survived there during World War II. The hospital's director was Dr. Walter Lustig, a German-born Jew, who had been baptized and married an Aryan woman. His ties to the notorious Adolf Eichmann were the reason that the hospital remained open. Lustig compiled lists of Jews--both staff members and patients--for deportation to concentration camps. He was later executed by the Soviets, purportedly for collaborating with the Nazis. Much of the book centers on the complex character of Lustig and whether he should be lauded for keeping many of the Jews alive or condemned for sending many of them to their deaths. Silver was able to locate and interview a number of survivors. He also relied on the work of scholars who had researched the history of the hospital. The result is a graphic account of a little-known episode in the Holocaust. George CohenCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved (Booklist )A great deal has been written, filmed and imagined about the Holocaust over the past six decades. And yet Silver's narrative loses none of its poignancy...One physician's actions are depicted in all their fascinating complexity: whether Nazi collaborator or protector of his people, it is not easy to decide...Meticulously documented, the facts seem almost incredible. No more incredible, however, than the author's gripping account of the persecution itself.F. Gonzalez-Crussi (The Washington Post ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Dan Silver has a law degree and a PhD in cultural anthropology from Harvard, and has been General Counsel of the National Security Agency and from 1979 - 1981 General Counsel of the CIA. He is an active member in Washington DC's largest conservative Jewish congregation and lives in Chevy Chase, MD. Preface The Story Behind the StoryIn August 1945, Ernie Mayerfeld, a nineteen-year-old GI stationed in Berlin, received a letter from his father in New York asking him to undertake a mission for a family friend. Until 1938 the elder Mayerfeld had been a prosperous leather distributor in Frankfurt. Even as the Nazi persecution mounted in Germany, it had seemed inconceivable to Herr Mayerfeld that the familys comfortable life would be disrupted permanently. After all, the familys roots in Germany and Austria went back hundreds of years. (The residence of one ancestor, the Baron Eskeles, whose wife was a patroness of Mozart, today serves as the home of Viennas Jewish Museum.) And after the Nazis took power in 1933, he still could not foresee the worst. Had he not received a medal for his service at the front in World War I, accompanied by a letter of thanks signed by Der Fhrer himself ? Not even the 1938 Kristallnacht pogrom, in which Herr Mayerfeld narrowly escaped arrest, had convinced him to emigrate. Only in the ensuing months when his suppliers would no longer sell him the merchandise needed for his business was he finally persuaded to flee. And so, virtually at the last possible moment and aided by a large dose of good luck, the Mayerfelds escaped and eventually made their way to New York, where fourteen-year-old Ernst turned himself into Ernie, an American teenager. Five years later, after fighting in the Battle of the Bulge, he returned to the country of his birth as one of the occupying U.S. troops. His fathers request was one of many that Ernie had received asking him to look for surviving relatives of German Jewish migrs in the United States. Frequently, the searches were unavailing. But in this case, Herr Mayerfelds friend was certain that his sister, Johanna Frank, had survived the war as a nurse in the Berlin Jewish Hospital. He sent a package of foodstuffs to be delivered to her. And so one day Ernie made his way through the rubble and devastation of occupied Berlin to 2 Iranischestrasse in the Wedding district. There he found a spacious compound of seven buildings set in a large garden. Carved in stone over the main entrance on Iranischestrasse, in the pediment of the administration building, was the name Krankenhaus der Jdischen Gemeinde, or Hospital of the Jewish Community. Johanna Frank was indeed there, attending to her nursing duties. The buildings were all still standing, Ernie remembered, although some of them had taken hits in the bombing. Inside, though, it was unbelievable. Doctors in white coats and nurses in clean, starched uniforms bustled through spotless corridors and rooms, attending to their patients. It was as if the twelve years of Nazi horror had never happened. Astounded by what he found, Ernie asked Schwester Johanna and her coworkers how it was possible that this hospital, full of Jews, had made it through the Nazi period. All agreed that it was a miracle, but no one had a coherent explanation to offer. More than half a century passed, filled with marriage, family, and a successful career as a CIA officer and later as a lawyer in the CIAs Office of General Counsel. From time to time Ernie thought about his strange experience at the Berlin Jewish Hospital and wondered about the story that lay behind it, but he had no time to make inquiries. At a dinner party in the late 1970s or early 1980s, about the same time that Ernie and I became legal colleagues at the CIA and grew to be close friends, I met Klaus Zwilsky, a charming and ebullient man, then in his fifties, who spoke with a slight German accent. Over the years we continued to see each other. One night over dinner, the talk turned to how it must feel to live under the constant threat of bombing. I dont remember how the topic arose; probably we were talking about Beirut or one of the worlds other perennial hot spots. Klaus listened for a while and then volunteered a comment, describing his own emotions as a child in Berlin in 1944 and 1945, cowering fearfully in the cellar while Allied bombers attacked the city. But, Klaus, someone said. I dont understand. Youre Jewish; your parents were both 100 percent Jewish. How could you have been living in Berlin during the last years of the war? My father worked at the Jewish hospital, Klaus explained, and we all lived there. He said a few more words about his experience of the Allied air raids, and the conversation moved on to other things. In this way I too learned that a Jewish hospital in Berlin had remained open throughout the entire Nazi era and that Jewish doctors, nurses, administrators, and patients had survived there. The fact astonished me. I thought I knew a goood deal about the Nazi persecution of German Jews. I had read widely on the subject of the Holocaust. I was aware that a handful of Jews haddddd survived in Germany, some in hiding, some protected by marriage to non-Jews. But I also knew or thought I knew that the Nazis had ruthlessly extirpated every trace of Jewish life in Germany. They had destroyed the synagogues, desecrated the cemeteries, dissolved the Jewish organizations, prohibited Jewish worship, driven two-thirds of Germanys Jews into exile, and then deported all but a handful of those who remained the lucky ones to the ghetto established in Theresienstadt in what had once been Czechoslovakia, and the rest to the death camps of Eastern Europe. How, then, was it possible that a Jewish hospital operating openly under the name Krankenhaus der Jdischen Gemeinde had continued to exist in Berlin throughout the war? How was it that Klaus and his parents, full Jews with no apparent form of protection, could have survived the war living in that hospital? The question kept recurring through the next two decades of a life that, like Ernies, was too busy to permit further investigation. Klaus, who had been only a child during the war years, was reticent about his experiences and volunteered no further explanation. I could find nothing written on the subject in English-language sources. Years went by, years during which from time to time I would say to myself, Someday I need to find out about the Jewish hospital, and then move on to whatever preoccupation was more pressing. Finally, the day came when circumstances made it possible for me to begin serious research on the Berlin Jewish Hospital during the wartime years. My immediate thought was to ask Ernie Mayerfeld if he would be interested in joining me. Did you know that there was a Jewish hospital in Berlin that operated all the way through World War II? I asked. His response took me by surprise. Everyone else to whom I mentioned this fact reacted with astonishment. Ernie looked sheepish. Not only do I know that, he said haltingly. I was there. He proceeded to tell me the story of his 1945 visit. We agreed that we would set out together to find out how and why this hospital, alone among all of Germanys Jewish institutions, had survived when everything else associated with German Jewry was being destroyed. Our initial objective was to satisfy our own curiosity. As we found out more, however, we agreed that we should write something that would bring this astonishing story to the publics attention. Our determination to do so was strengthened when we discovered that the only Internet reference we could find was on a scurrilous neo-Nazi, Holocaust-denial Web site where the fact that the Berlin Jewish Hospital operated throughout the war was adduced as proof that the Nazi atrocities had never occurred. Our research quickly revealed that the essential facts relating to the Berlin Jewish Hospital were not unknown in the small circle of scholars who have devoted themselves to the study of the German Jewish experience during the Nazi era. Indeed, many facts pertaining to the hospitals survival from 1938 through 1945 have been recorded in two German-language publications in a small monograph devoted to the 193845 period and in portions of a larger history of the hospital. Both were the products of extensive archival research and of interviews with war survivors. The findings of the monograph were summarized in English in an article in a scholarly journal, the Leo Baeck Institute Year Book. Passing references to the hospital also could be found in other scholarly books on German Jewry during the Nazi era. Thus we found that the task of preserving the record for the scholarly community had largely been completed. Nor had the existence of the hospital in the war period completely escaped the attention even of authors who wrote for a more popular audience. Fleeting references to it gave evidence that they knew it was there. For example, in a fascinating book, The Last Jews in Berlin, Leonard Gross tells the stories of several Jews who survived the final years of the Nazi period in hiding in Berlin. A passing reference makes clear that he knew that the hospital was in operation throughout this period, but nothing more is said about the institution and the large number of Jews who were living there openly. None of the scholarly or passing accounts, we felt, satisfactorily addressed two important questions. Again and again we asked ourselves, How could this have happened? So, too, has almost everyone who has encountered the simple fact of the hospitals survival. Another question that the barest outline of the facts about the hospital urgently raises is: What was it like to live and work in such circumstances? And so we set out to do two things. First, we wanted to supplement the existing historical record as much as possible, knowing that t...

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A Year in the South: 1865: The True Story of Four Ordinary People Who Lived Through the Most Tumultuous Twelve Months in American History

Stephen V. Ash is Professor of History at the University of Tennessee. He is the author of several books on the Civil War, including When the Yankees Came: Conflict and Chaos in the Occupied South. He lives with his wife in Knoxville, Tennessee.

A Year in the South: 1865: The True Story of Four Ordinary People Who Lived Through the Most Tumultuous Twelve Months in American History Stephen V. Ash is Professor of History at the University of Tennessee. He is the author of several books on the Civil War, including When the Yankees Came: Conflict and Chaos in the Occupied South. He lives with his wife in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Mission Impossible [VHS] (1996)

A flashy, splashy summer-movie blockbuster that's fun and exciting without being mindless? That's the impossible mission accomplished by director Brian De Palma, star-coproducer Tom Cruise, and the crack team of Mission: Impossible. Based on the '60s TV show and an almost impenetrably complex (but nonetheless thrilling) original story by David Koepp (Jurassic Park) and Steven Zaillian (Schindler's List), with a screenplay by Koepp and Robert Towne (Chinatown, Shampoo), Mission: Impossible begins with veteran agent Jim Phelps (Jon Voight) and his expert crew embarking on a mission that goes horribly, horribly wrong. But nothing is what it seems. The nail-biting set piece--always a signature of director De Palma (Carrie, The Untouchables)--in which Cruise is lowered from the ceiling to retrieve information from a computer in a high-security vault--is an instant classic. But perhaps even more impressive, at least in retrospect, is a flashback sequence in which two characters attempt to reconstruct a series of events from multiple points of view. It's pretty daring and sophisticated stuff for a big-budget spy movie, but brains were always what put the Mission: Impossible team ahead of the competition, anyway, no? --Jim Emerson

Mission Impossible [VHS] (1996) A flashy, splashy summer-movie blockbuster that's fun and exciting without being mindless? That's the impossible mission accomplished by director Brian De Palma, star-coproducer Tom Cruise, and the crack team of Mission: Impossible. Based on the '60s TV show and an almost impenetrably complex (but nonetheless thrilling) original story by David Koepp (Jurassic Park) and Steven Zaillian (Schindler's List), with a screenplay by Koepp and Robert Towne (Chinatown, Shampoo), Mission: Impossible begins with veteran agent Jim Phelps (Jon Voight) and his expert crew embarking on a mission that goes horribly, horribly wrong. But nothing is what it seems. The nail-biting set piece--always a signature of director De Palma (Carrie, The Untouchables)--in which Cruise is lowered from the ceiling to retrieve information from a computer in a high-security vault--is an instant classic. But perhaps even more impressive, at least in retrospect, is a flashback sequence in which two characters attempt to reconstruct a series of events from multiple points of view. It's pretty daring and sophisticated stuff for a big-budget spy movie, but brains were always what put the Mission: Impossible team ahead of the competition, anyway, no? --Jim Emerson

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Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies (For Dummies (Cooking))

If you or a family member has diabetes, food preparation may seem like a chore or a deprivation. What can you cook that tastes good and fits the diabetes guidelines? The authors of Diabetes Cookbook for Dummies, diabetes expert Alan Rubin (who also wrote Diabetes for Dummies) and registered dietician Fran Stach, have come up with dishes that will please not just the person with diabetes but the whole family. The diabetes diet is healthy for all of us, and if we can make it taste good, we all benefit. That's where this book shines. The 112 recipes are as creative and tasty as they are healthy, yet most take a half hour or less of preparation (plus cooking time). Recipes include Soy Waffles, Crispy Corn French Toast, Portobello Pat, Carrot Soup with Leek and Blood Orange, Mango Tortilla Salad, Oriental Beef and Noodle Salad, and Spaghetti Squash with Fresh Basil, plus a variety of fish, meat, and poultry entres. Some of the recipes were created by chef Denise Sharf; others were contributed by gourmet restaurants. All recipes include nutritional information: calories, protein, carbohydrates, fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, fiber, sodium, and exchanges. Diabetes Cookbook for Dummies is more than a compilation of recipes. The book also gives guidelines for "what, when, and how much" to eat, including tips for visualizing portions (an ounce of meat is the size of a matchbox; an ounce of cheese is the size of a domino; a medium potato is the size of a computer mouse). You'll get shopping and cooking tips and illustrated food-preparation steps to help novice cooks. Like the whole For Dummies line, the style is simple, friendly, clever, and sometimes laugh-out-loud funny, such as, "Don't go to a paint store and expect to get thinner there." -- Joan Price Many of us, at the best of times, struggle for inspiration when it comes to cooking and thats without a medical condition that may affect our eating habits and require careful management. The right diet is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and all the more important for the successful management of diabetes.Fully updated for a UK audience Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies will include the latest dietary recommendations and medical information on diabetes and its management. Packed with over 100 delicious and easy to prepare recipes - for everyday eating and entertaining - alongside a brand new section on packing healthy lunches and picnics, this book will help make mealtimes interesting and healthy. The book also offers guidance on the glycaemic index, nutritional information, diabetic exchanges for each recipe and lifestyle advice to help readers take control of their condition and live life to the full.Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies will feature:Part I: Thriving with DiabetesLiving To Eat With DiabetesEating To Live With DiabetesPlanning Meals for Weight Loss GoalsEating What You Like (Within Reason)Stocking Up at the SupermarketPart II: Healthy Recipes That Taste GreatEnjoying the Benefits of BreakfastStarting Well: Hors dOeuvres and First CoursesSipping Simply Divine SoupsTaking a Leaf From the Salad BarBeing Full of Beans (and Grains and Pasta)Adding Veg to Your MealsBoning Up on Fish CookeryFlocking to PoultryCreating Balanced Meals with MeatsNibbling on SnacksDrooling Over Mouth-Watering DessertsPart III: Eating Away from HomeEating Out as a Nourishing ExperiencePacking a Picnic LunchPart IV: The Part of TensTen (or So) Simple Steps to Change Your Eating HabitsTen Easy Substitutions in Your Eating PlanTen Strategies to Normalize Your Blood GlucoseTen Healthy Eating Habits for Children with DiabetesPart V: AppendixesAppendix A: Investing in Food Supplements for Optimum HealthAppendix B: Exchange ListsAppendix C: A Glossary of Key Cooking TermsAppendix D: Conversions of Weights, Measures, and Sugar SubstitutesAppendix E: Other Recipe Sources for People with Diabetes --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies (For Dummies (Cooking)) If you or a family member has diabetes, food preparation may seem like a chore or a deprivation. What can you cook that tastes good and fits the diabetes guidelines? The authors of Diabetes Cookbook for Dummies, diabetes expert Alan Rubin (who also wrote Diabetes for Dummies) and registered dietician Fran Stach, have come up with dishes that will please not just the person with diabetes but the whole family. The diabetes diet is healthy for all of us, and if we can make it taste good, we all benefit. That's where this book shines. The 112 recipes are as creative and tasty as they are healthy, yet most take a half hour or less of preparation (plus cooking time). Recipes include Soy Waffles, Crispy Corn French Toast, Portobello Pat, Carrot Soup with Leek and Blood Orange, Mango Tortilla Salad, Oriental Beef and Noodle Salad, and Spaghetti Squash with Fresh Basil, plus a variety of fish, meat, and poultry entres. Some of the recipes were created by chef Denise Sharf; others were contributed by gourmet restaurants. All recipes include nutritional information: calories, protein, carbohydrates, fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, fiber, sodium, and exchanges. Diabetes Cookbook for Dummies is more than a compilation of recipes. The book also gives guidelines for "what, when, and how much" to eat, including tips for visualizing portions (an ounce of meat is the size of a matchbox; an ounce of cheese is the size of a domino; a medium potato is the size of a computer mouse). You'll get shopping and cooking tips and illustrated food-preparation steps to help novice cooks. Like the whole For Dummies line, the style is simple, friendly, clever, and sometimes laugh-out-loud funny, such as, "Don't go to a paint store and expect to get thinner there." -- Joan Price Many of us, at the best of times, struggle for inspiration when it comes to cooking and thats without a medical condition that may affect our eating habits and require careful management. The right diet is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and all the more important for the successful management of diabetes.Fully updated for a UK audience Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies will include the latest dietary recommendations and medical information on diabetes and its management. Packed with over 100 delicious and easy to prepare recipes - for everyday eating and entertaining - alongside a brand new section on packing healthy lunches and picnics, this book will help make mealtimes interesting and healthy. The book also offers guidance on the glycaemic index, nutritional information, diabetic exchanges for each recipe and lifestyle advice to help readers take control of their condition and live life to the full.Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies will feature:Part I: Thriving with DiabetesLiving To Eat With DiabetesEating To Live With DiabetesPlanning Meals for Weight Loss GoalsEating What You Like (Within Reason)Stocking Up at the SupermarketPart II: Healthy Recipes That Taste GreatEnjoying the Benefits of BreakfastStarting Well: Hors dOeuvres and First CoursesSipping Simply Divine SoupsTaking a Leaf From the Salad BarBeing Full of Beans (and Grains and Pasta)Adding Veg to Your MealsBoning Up on Fish CookeryFlocking to PoultryCreating Balanced Meals with MeatsNibbling on SnacksDrooling Over Mouth-Watering DessertsPart III: Eating Away from HomeEating Out as a Nourishing ExperiencePacking a Picnic LunchPart IV: The Part of TensTen (or So) Simple Steps to Change Your Eating HabitsTen Easy Substitutions in Your Eating PlanTen Strategies to Normalize Your Blood GlucoseTen Healthy Eating Habits for Children with DiabetesPart V: AppendixesAppendix A: Investing in Food Supplements for Optimum HealthAppendix B: Exchange ListsAppendix C: A Glossary of Key Cooking TermsAppendix D: Conversions of Weights, Measures, and Sugar SubstitutesAppendix E: Other Recipe Sources for People with Diabetes --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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A Hip-Hop Story

M-One (Dead Prez) Timely and timeless. It's already a classic. Heru Ptah is a Jamaican-born writer, poet, philosopher, and author of Love, God and Revolution. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. Visit his website at www.sunrason.com. Chapter OneI ain't gotta spit'Cause ma fartsFlow better than you Smell better than youMa shit is just better than youI'm a skinny dudeBut dude don't be fooledI'll knock a fat fuckBack to Bellevue'Cause you must be crazy Comin' wit' that weak shitCough one line An' yo fat ass is outta breathThe words are sharp, pungent and cut through shells with a razor's edge. It takes a thick shell to bear it, to hear it, to stand still, all the while crafting an evermore denigrating comeback. As such this pudgy prodigy waited his turn, engulfed in the melee of his peers, pretending not to be fazed by his skinny opponent's stinging aspersions. Waiting for his retort, he meditated on his course of action and how to turn the affections of the ever-growing goading crowd to his favor. It was coming, he could feel it now, Skinny Man had come to the climax of his tirade; the beat was turning to his favor. No time to be tired, think fast, the beat is on me now, here I go...and then nothing. What the hell! Oh shit...I just went blank. Shit, niggas is looking at me. What the hell was I gonna say again? It was something about what he said. But what the fuck did he say? I don't remember. Shit, how the hell I don't remember what to say? If I don't say something, this kid's gon' eat me. I won't be able to open my mouth on the street again. C'mon, God, you can't let that shit happen. Think, think. What the hell was I gon' say? All right, I'll just keep sayin' "yeah yeah" until something comes to me. All right, that did it. Cats stop staring for a second. But I gotta have something by the next time the beat turns over. God, don't do this to me. Here comes the beat. I gotta say something, but what to say? "Yeah, yeah." Think, think...aahhhhhhhhh...there it goes. Nigga you fart 'Cause you all gasYou just garbageSo you talk trashBut I'm the trash collector, garbage disposerAn' I ain't overweightI'm heavyweight, motherfuckerDirty wit' mineHit below the belt lineGive you a uppercut to the cupHave you cough yo' balls upYou should know betterThan to battle the Brooklyn brawlerWhen I'm doneI'ma have yo' ass bawlin' fo' yo' momma.He felt his stride and rode the rhythm. The obligatory Oh Shits began to turn his way. He held nothing back, doing the dozens with precision. It all ate into Skinny Man. He was not as good at concealing his feelings as his robust counterpart. Seeing this, Fat Man edged in for the kill, close enough to kiss. He held the death blow upon his tongue...and unleashed it: along with an inadvertent wad of spit. The Oh shits of the crowd came through clenched teeth. Skinny Man did not wait for an apology. He threw up a fist and connected quickly. Fat Man replied and the entire crowd exploded. The fight ensued outside of the club, Rampage. It was one of the more popular hip-hop nightclubs in lower Manhattan. At seeing the progressing affray two very big, well-dressed bouncers parted their way through and quickly put an end to it. They pulled the two young men apart; who in truth did not want to be fighting, but were merely caught up in the adrenaline of the movement. There were SUVs and all manner of expensive cars parked outside, from the Lexus to the Benz. The bouncers dressed in black suits stood at the door. There was a railing that kept the people lined against the wall. The dense procession extended the stretch of the block and around the corner. The line was a dichotomy of gender and style. The women were dressed from head to toe in the most revealing, tight-fitting things they could have squeezed their frames into, while the men wore loose-fitting denim, complemented by work boots or sneakers, with a T-shirt or some form of sports jersey. The pounding music from inside was well heard. The beat beckoned the people in with baited anticipation.A young man at the front made his way past the bouncers and was handed a flyer as he proceeded. Upon the flyer it read: Hip-hop speak out for justice, Speak out for truth, Free all political prisoners, Fight against the war on terrorism. And on the cover it showed a man with profound eyes, dreadlocks and handcuffs. There was more to be read, but the young man paid it no mind and quickly folded it into his pocket. His mind was already well engaged by the beautiful young girl walking in front of him, keen to the manufactured faded area about her rear. They arrived at the security check where they were frisked. While the muscled guard grabbed at all parts of his body he was far more concerned with the aggressive gropes that the stout female security guard addressed to the girl. When they were finished the girl walked away and the young man approached the female guard."Yo, Ma, tell me how can I get yo' job?"She curled the corner of her lips in sarcasm and prodded him along. He tried to catch up to the girl. He, however, entered the main floor to complete confusion. The club was packed, the crowd thick and the music loud. He looked about without discretion but it was all for naught. He had lost her in the shuffle of flesh and the psychedelic pattern of lights. But within a minute he didn't seem to mind as another beautiful girl squeezed her way across his brow and his thoughts followed the sway of hips. The crowd was dense, being anywhere from fifteen hundred to two thousand people. While bopping their heads to the beat and dancing as much as the space would allow they focused their attentions toward the stage at the DJ. He was well known and, by the smoothness in his scratches, well deserving of his accolades. He was RA, the hottest DJ in the city. Above him, an all-encompassing banner for Bin Laden hung. Bin Laden was the most popular hip-hop act at the time. He was the premier artist in the Crown Records roster; as such, the name of the ubiquitous music juggernaut was imprinted alongside his. And just below Bin Laden's banner was another for BET Freestyle Championship; again the symbol for Crown Records was imprinted, as Crown was the sponsor of both events. The music began to fade as a man and a woman entered the stage. She was cute, medium-tanned, stockily built; well-fitted in her mix of bohemian and hip-hop. He was lean, tall, dark, handsome; attired in a mix of thug and preppy. They were Free and AJ, the hosts of BET's 106 and Park. He was the first to address the crowd, "Hey what's up, New York, how are y'all doing tonight!" And Free followed, "Yo, how's everybody doing out there? Alla y'all lookin' so beautiful. Ain't I right, AJ? Isn't everybody just looking so good tonight?""You are definitely right about that, Free. Especially the sistas; damn, sistas you look good! Y'all making a brother have thoughts to..." He then looked over to Free, who playfully slapped him on his shoulder.ar"Boy, you better stop, before you get yourself beat down looking at some other man's woman.""What you talking about, Free? I can handle my own now. But you're right, you're right, you're right. But I'm just sayin', though, that the sistas look good. And y'all need to give yourselves a round of applause for that.""All right now, everybody, do we all know why we are here?"Reacting to Free's question the crowd shouted out, "Bin Laden!""Yes, we are definitely here in support of our terror boy, Bin Laden," Free responded. "Doing his thing, dropping the bomb shit as always. But what else are we here for?" The crowd again shouted out, "Freestyle Championship!" "That's right, y'all, this is it," AJ remarked. "This is the grand championship of our Freestyle Battles, where two local unsigned talents are going to come up on this stage and do their thing. And when it is all over, one of them won't be unsigned anymore, 'cause he's gonna walk away with a fat-ass record deal from Crown Records, home of Bin Laden, Stalin and Lil' Hitler. Not to mention also being the sponsors of our event tonight." The crowd cheered again as if playing a round of call and response. "Now, AJ, let's tell the people how these two guys got here." "To get to this point both of them had to win an almost impossible nine weeks in a row on our televised Freestyle Battles. It was hard work but they both did it. And they are both here tonight to determine who is the best of the best.""Now, do y'all know who we are talking about?" Free asked.The crowd began to shout out, "FLAWLESS" and "BULL!" The mob was all but evenly split between supporters of Flawless and those of Hannibal. "Damn, AJ, it looks like it's gon' be a war tonight.""That's right, Free; so let's not keep the crowd waiting anymore. Let's get this war started. Let's bring out my main man, Flawless the word shifter; and the undeniable, I tell you I'm scared of this guy, Hannibal the Cannibal."Flawless entered the stage from the left, and Hannibal did so from the right. They were both attractive black men in their early twenties, of average heights and slim builds. Flawless however was the pretty boy. He was more neatly dressed; with his white shell-top sneakers, his light blue jeans, his black loose-fitting T-shirt and his hair: a well-cut blowout. In his Timberland boots Hannibal appeared more rugged. His clothes were darker and baggier, his demeanor sterner and his head was bald. The crowd reacted to the difference in their styles. The women screamed and swooned for Flawless, while the men barked and howled for Hannibal. Through the noise they remained silent; Free broke through the barking. "Now, gentlemen, let's get the rules straight. Basically there are no rules. This isn't like our televised show, so there are no censors. Only rule is: you keep it verbal.""Yeah, brothers, there is no need for any physicalities here. And that goes for the audience as well. I know we all like to keep it gangsta. But let's keep it peaceful as well. Keep it on the mic."<...

A Hip-Hop Story M-One (Dead Prez) Timely and timeless. It's already a classic. Heru Ptah is a Jamaican-born writer, poet, philosopher, and author of Love, God and Revolution. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. Visit his website at www.sunrason.com. Chapter OneI ain't gotta spit'Cause ma fartsFlow better than you Smell better than youMa shit is just better than youI'm a skinny dudeBut dude don't be fooledI'll knock a fat fuckBack to Bellevue'Cause you must be crazy Comin' wit' that weak shitCough one line An' yo fat ass is outta breathThe words are sharp, pungent and cut through shells with a razor's edge. It takes a thick shell to bear it, to hear it, to stand still, all the while crafting an evermore denigrating comeback. As such this pudgy prodigy waited his turn, engulfed in the melee of his peers, pretending not to be fazed by his skinny opponent's stinging aspersions. Waiting for his retort, he meditated on his course of action and how to turn the affections of the ever-growing goading crowd to his favor. It was coming, he could feel it now, Skinny Man had come to the climax of his tirade; the beat was turning to his favor. No time to be tired, think fast, the beat is on me now, here I go...and then nothing. What the hell! Oh shit...I just went blank. Shit, niggas is looking at me. What the hell was I gonna say again? It was something about what he said. But what the fuck did he say? I don't remember. Shit, how the hell I don't remember what to say? If I don't say something, this kid's gon' eat me. I won't be able to open my mouth on the street again. C'mon, God, you can't let that shit happen. Think, think. What the hell was I gon' say? All right, I'll just keep sayin' "yeah yeah" until something comes to me. All right, that did it. Cats stop staring for a second. But I gotta have something by the next time the beat turns over. God, don't do this to me. Here comes the beat. I gotta say something, but what to say? "Yeah, yeah." Think, think...aahhhhhhhhh...there it goes. Nigga you fart 'Cause you all gasYou just garbageSo you talk trashBut I'm the trash collector, garbage disposerAn' I ain't overweightI'm heavyweight, motherfuckerDirty wit' mineHit below the belt lineGive you a uppercut to the cupHave you cough yo' balls upYou should know betterThan to battle the Brooklyn brawlerWhen I'm doneI'ma have yo' ass bawlin' fo' yo' momma.He felt his stride and rode the rhythm. The obligatory Oh Shits began to turn his way. He held nothing back, doing the dozens with precision. It all ate into Skinny Man. He was not as good at concealing his feelings as his robust counterpart. Seeing this, Fat Man edged in for the kill, close enough to kiss. He held the death blow upon his tongue...and unleashed it: along with an inadvertent wad of spit. The Oh shits of the crowd came through clenched teeth. Skinny Man did not wait for an apology. He threw up a fist and connected quickly. Fat Man replied and the entire crowd exploded. The fight ensued outside of the club, Rampage. It was one of the more popular hip-hop nightclubs in lower Manhattan. At seeing the progressing affray two very big, well-dressed bouncers parted their way through and quickly put an end to it. They pulled the two young men apart; who in truth did not want to be fighting, but were merely caught up in the adrenaline of the movement. There were SUVs and all manner of expensive cars parked outside, from the Lexus to the Benz. The bouncers dressed in black suits stood at the door. There was a railing that kept the people lined against the wall. The dense procession extended the stretch of the block and around the corner. The line was a dichotomy of gender and style. The women were dressed from head to toe in the most revealing, tight-fitting things they could have squeezed their frames into, while the men wore loose-fitting denim, complemented by work boots or sneakers, with a T-shirt or some form of sports jersey. The pounding music from inside was well heard. The beat beckoned the people in with baited anticipation.A young man at the front made his way past the bouncers and was handed a flyer as he proceeded. Upon the flyer it read: Hip-hop speak out for justice, Speak out for truth, Free all political prisoners, Fight against the war on terrorism. And on the cover it showed a man with profound eyes, dreadlocks and handcuffs. There was more to be read, but the young man paid it no mind and quickly folded it into his pocket. His mind was already well engaged by the beautiful young girl walking in front of him, keen to the manufactured faded area about her rear. They arrived at the security check where they were frisked. While the muscled guard grabbed at all parts of his body he was far more concerned with the aggressive gropes that the stout female security guard addressed to the girl. When they were finished the girl walked away and the young man approached the female guard."Yo, Ma, tell me how can I get yo' job?"She curled the corner of her lips in sarcasm and prodded him along. He tried to catch up to the girl. He, however, entered the main floor to complete confusion. The club was packed, the crowd thick and the music loud. He looked about without discretion but it was all for naught. He had lost her in the shuffle of flesh and the psychedelic pattern of lights. But within a minute he didn't seem to mind as another beautiful girl squeezed her way across his brow and his thoughts followed the sway of hips. The crowd was dense, being anywhere from fifteen hundred to two thousand people. While bopping their heads to the beat and dancing as much as the space would allow they focused their attentions toward the stage at the DJ. He was well known and, by the smoothness in his scratches, well deserving of his accolades. He was RA, the hottest DJ in the city. Above him, an all-encompassing banner for Bin Laden hung. Bin Laden was the most popular hip-hop act at the time. He was the premier artist in the Crown Records roster; as such, the name of the ubiquitous music juggernaut was imprinted alongside his. And just below Bin Laden's banner was another for BET Freestyle Championship; again the symbol for Crown Records was imprinted, as Crown was the sponsor of both events. The music began to fade as a man and a woman entered the stage. She was cute, medium-tanned, stockily built; well-fitted in her mix of bohemian and hip-hop. He was lean, tall, dark, handsome; attired in a mix of thug and preppy. They were Free and AJ, the hosts of BET's 106 and Park. He was the first to address the crowd, "Hey what's up, New York, how are y'all doing tonight!" And Free followed, "Yo, how's everybody doing out there? Alla y'all lookin' so beautiful. Ain't I right, AJ? Isn't everybody just looking so good tonight?""You are definitely right about that, Free. Especially the sistas; damn, sistas you look good! Y'all making a brother have thoughts to..." He then looked over to Free, who playfully slapped him on his shoulder.ar"Boy, you better stop, before you get yourself beat down looking at some other man's woman.""What you talking about, Free? I can handle my own now. But you're right, you're right, you're right. But I'm just sayin', though, that the sistas look good. And y'all need to give yourselves a round of applause for that.""All right now, everybody, do we all know why we are here?"Reacting to Free's question the crowd shouted out, "Bin Laden!""Yes, we are definitely here in support of our terror boy, Bin Laden," Free responded. "Doing his thing, dropping the bomb shit as always. But what else are we here for?" The crowd again shouted out, "Freestyle Championship!" "That's right, y'all, this is it," AJ remarked. "This is the grand championship of our Freestyle Battles, where two local unsigned talents are going to come up on this stage and do their thing. And when it is all over, one of them won't be unsigned anymore, 'cause he's gonna walk away with a fat-ass record deal from Crown Records, home of Bin Laden, Stalin and Lil' Hitler. Not to mention also being the sponsors of our event tonight." The crowd cheered again as if playing a round of call and response. "Now, AJ, let's tell the people how these two guys got here." "To get to this point both of them had to win an almost impossible nine weeks in a row on our televised Freestyle Battles. It was hard work but they both did it. And they are both here tonight to determine who is the best of the best.""Now, do y'all know who we are talking about?" Free asked.The crowd began to shout out, "FLAWLESS" and "BULL!" The mob was all but evenly split between supporters of Flawless and those of Hannibal. "Damn, AJ, it looks like it's gon' be a war tonight.""That's right, Free; so let's not keep the crowd waiting anymore. Let's get this war started. Let's bring out my main man, Flawless the word shifter; and the undeniable, I tell you I'm scared of this guy, Hannibal the Cannibal."Flawless entered the stage from the left, and Hannibal did so from the right. They were both attractive black men in their early twenties, of average heights and slim builds. Flawless however was the pretty boy. He was more neatly dressed; with his white shell-top sneakers, his light blue jeans, his black loose-fitting T-shirt and his hair: a well-cut blowout. In his Timberland boots Hannibal appeared more rugged. His clothes were darker and baggier, his demeanor sterner and his head was bald. The crowd reacted to the difference in their styles. The women screamed and swooned for Flawless, while the men barked and howled for Hannibal. Through the noise they remained silent; Free broke through the barking. "Now, gentlemen, let's get the rules straight. Basically there are no rules. This isn't like our televised show, so there are no censors. Only rule is: you keep it verbal.""Yeah, brothers, there is no need for any physicalities here. And that goes for the audience as well. I know we all like to keep it gangsta. But let's keep it peaceful as well. Keep it on the mic."<...

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Mexgrocer The Salsa Lovers Gift Pack An array of mouthwatering salsas Mexican food gift pack. One more time ... what makes a Mexican meal dance on the table? Whysalsaof course It's the most popular condiment worldwide How many types of salsa are there? Lots Here is a sampler of some of our favorites that make the perfect gift for that special salsalover (or aspiring Mexican chef) in your life Remember, salsa is a staple in every Mexican food aficionado's kitchen. Try these with chips, tacos, spooned over burritos, chiles rellenos, eggs, your favorite meats, fish and even chicken. Go for the gusto Have fun ... and spice up your life in the process

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Block's assassin, John Keller (Hit Man; Hit List), returns in these loosely linked, well-crafted vignettes of the protagonist on assignment, blithely but expertly eliminating a grab bag of targets: a philandering pro baseball player, a jockey in a fixed horse race, two women who hire him to put down a neighbor's dog, a Cuban exile and more. Manhattan-based Keller works through his agent, Dot, who assigns murders from her home just north in White Plains.Keller, a loner by temperament and trade, has an easy camaraderie with Dot. The two entrepreneurial colleagues strike a casual tone in conversationbut they're discussing death (sometimes in gory detail). With dry wit, Block tracks the pursuits of the morally ambiguous Keller, who hunts rare, pricey stamps for his extensive collection when he's not "taking care of business." Four-time Shamus- and Edgar-winner Block has the reader queasily rooting for the killer as well as the victims, unsettling the usual point of identification and assumptions about right and wrong. (July) Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Keller is a hit man. Like all careers, it has its challenges, some imposed by circumstance, others generated by introspection. For example, Keller accepts a contract on an aging baseball star. The job will be easy, but Keller complicates it with reasons that can only be categorized as "inside baseball." There's another job in which he's assigned to kill a jockey, but only if the man wins a fixed race. Since Keller is all about the money, he figures a way to turn the situation into a win-win for himself. He also ponders a retirement in which he will abandon his Manhattan lifestyle for a trailer in the southwestern desert. Block, the best-selling author of the Matt Scudder and Bernie Rhodenbarr series, indulges himself when he dusts off Keller. The humor is even more deadpan than usual, and the vignettes (Keller working as a food-service volunteer after 9/11) are quirky diversions. Oddly, Keller the hit man is also a kind of everyman, pondering such universal questions as, Does this assignment compromise my ethics? Will I ever get another job? Block's legion of fans will savor his subtle wit, his consummate narrative skills, and his idiosyncratic method of celebrating the lives of working folks in America. Wes LukowskyCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Confirmed reviews include: LITERARY REVIEW September OBSERVER 24 Sept SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 24 Sept IRISH TIMES 23 October --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. Lawrence Block is one of the most widely recognized names in the mystery genre. He has been named a Grand Master of the Mystery Writers of America and is a four-time winner of the prestigious Edgar and Shamus Awards, as well as a recipient of prizes in France, Germany, and Japan. He received the Diamond Dagger from the British Crime Writers' Associationonly the third American to be given this award. He is a prolific author, having written more than fifty books and numerous short stories, and is a devoted New Yorker and an enthusiastic global traveler. --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

Hit Parade (John Keller Mysteries) Block's assassin, John Keller (Hit Man; Hit List), returns in these loosely linked, well-crafted vignettes of the protagonist on assignment, blithely but expertly eliminating a grab bag of targets: a philandering pro baseball player, a jockey in a fixed horse race, two women who hire him to put down a neighbor's dog, a Cuban exile and more. Manhattan-based Keller works through his agent, Dot, who assigns murders from her home just north in White Plains.Keller, a loner by temperament and trade, has an easy camaraderie with Dot. The two entrepreneurial colleagues strike a casual tone in conversationbut they're discussing death (sometimes in gory detail). With dry wit, Block tracks the pursuits of the morally ambiguous Keller, who hunts rare, pricey stamps for his extensive collection when he's not "taking care of business." Four-time Shamus- and Edgar-winner Block has the reader queasily rooting for the killer as well as the victims, unsettling the usual point of identification and assumptions about right and wrong. (July) Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Keller is a hit man. Like all careers, it has its challenges, some imposed by circumstance, others generated by introspection. For example, Keller accepts a contract on an aging baseball star. The job will be easy, but Keller complicates it with reasons that can only be categorized as "inside baseball." There's another job in which he's assigned to kill a jockey, but only if the man wins a fixed race. Since Keller is all about the money, he figures a way to turn the situation into a win-win for himself. He also ponders a retirement in which he will abandon his Manhattan lifestyle for a trailer in the southwestern desert. Block, the best-selling author of the Matt Scudder and Bernie Rhodenbarr series, indulges himself when he dusts off Keller. The humor is even more deadpan than usual, and the vignettes (Keller working as a food-service volunteer after 9/11) are quirky diversions. Oddly, Keller the hit man is also a kind of everyman, pondering such universal questions as, Does this assignment compromise my ethics? Will I ever get another job? Block's legion of fans will savor his subtle wit, his consummate narrative skills, and his idiosyncratic method of celebrating the lives of working folks in America. Wes LukowskyCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Confirmed reviews include: LITERARY REVIEW September OBSERVER 24 Sept SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 24 Sept IRISH TIMES 23 October --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. Lawrence Block is one of the most widely recognized names in the mystery genre. He has been named a Grand Master of the Mystery Writers of America and is a four-time winner of the prestigious Edgar and Shamus Awards, as well as a recipient of prizes in France, Germany, and Japan. He received the Diamond Dagger from the British Crime Writers' Associationonly the third American to be given this award. He is a prolific author, having written more than fifty books and numerous short stories, and is a devoted New Yorker and an enthusiastic global traveler. --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

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California construction law Deals with all the current, major issues that can arise on a construction project in California from beginning to end. Thoroughly covers licensing, bidding, construction terms and conditions, breach of contract by the owner and contractor, construction claims and damages and expanding liability in the construction industry. It then proceeds to the numerous remedies available, including: mechanics' liens, stop notices, the Miller Act under federal law and such miscellaneous remedies as collection techniques, the Uniform Commercial Code, bankruptcy arbitration and litigation. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Otis Graham brings new eyes and new scholarship to the agonizing question of immigration, a subject that usually engenders too much emotion and too little objective analysis. Unguarded Gates: A History of America's Immigration Crisis is a clear-eyed look at both the pluses and minuses of our new immigration patterns. Readable and compelling. (Richard D. Lamm, Governor of Colorado, 19751987, Co-Director of the Institute for Public Policy Studies, University of Denver )Otis Graham's Unguarded Gates is a vivid reminder that our contemporary debates over immigration have a long history. Graham shows powerfully how immigration has proven a continual challenge to the ability of America to realize its highest ideals and, as such, is must reading for understanding one of the pivotal issue of our times. (John Bodnar, Indiana University )A much-needed guide to an unknown history: America's constant effort to control immigration in the national interest, culminating in the legislation that ended out-of-control immigration in the 1920s. Graham performs a great service in calmly stripping away the self-serving myths that grew up around this cut-off, caused its abandonment in the 1960s, and still poison debate today, as immigration once again reaches crisis proportions. (Peter Brimelow, editor of VDARE.com and author of Alien Nation )Otis Graham has been reflecting on the consequences of large-scale immigration in the U.S. for many years. Unguarded Gates distills many of those insights in a coherent and informative fashion. Regardless of one's perspective on the immigration debate, Graham's analysis shows that the making of an informed policy requires that we all become aware of how immigration is changing the country. (George Borjas, Harvard University )Graham performs a valuable service in refuting modern-day charges that racist motivations and eugenicist theories underlay the Progressives' move to restrict immigration. Unguarded Gates is especially enlightening in its analysis of the vast cultural rift between the elites, who benefit economically from cheap immigrant labor, and average Americans, who bear the costs and consequences of the present mass immigration. (National Review )Ethnic activistsalong, unfortunately, with most liberals and historians of immigrationrefuse to grant that efforts to restrict immigration can be inspired by anything but nativism, racism, and fear of 'the Other.' This book shows how ungroundedand unfairthat assumption is. Graham's evidence and argumentation should go far toward making reasonable discussion of the issue possible. (Philip Gleason, professor emeritus, University of Notre Dame )This is a clear and rational little bookno small accomplishment when the subject is immigration.Unguarded Gates: A History of America's Immigration Crisis is less a policy tome or a polemic than a fine exercise in simply telling it like it was. (Sunday Washington Times )Unguarded Gates provides an intriguing historical survey of America's immigration crisis. . . . This should be a part of any college-level collection on immigrant social issues. (The Bookwatch ) Otis L. Graham, Jr. is professor of history, emeritus, at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is the author or editor of over 15 books, including Debating American Immigration, 1882Present (with Roger Daniels) and Environmental Politics and Policy, 1960s to 1990s. He lives in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Unguarded Gates: A History of America's Immigration Crisis Otis Graham brings new eyes and new scholarship to the agonizing question of immigration, a subject that usually engenders too much emotion and too little objective analysis. Unguarded Gates: A History of America's Immigration Crisis is a clear-eyed look at both the pluses and minuses of our new immigration patterns. Readable and compelling. (Richard D. Lamm, Governor of Colorado, 19751987, Co-Director of the Institute for Public Policy Studies, University of Denver )Otis Graham's Unguarded Gates is a vivid reminder that our contemporary debates over immigration have a long history. Graham shows powerfully how immigration has proven a continual challenge to the ability of America to realize its highest ideals and, as such, is must reading for understanding one of the pivotal issue of our times. (John Bodnar, Indiana University )A much-needed guide to an unknown history: America's constant effort to control immigration in the national interest, culminating in the legislation that ended out-of-control immigration in the 1920s. Graham performs a great service in calmly stripping away the self-serving myths that grew up around this cut-off, caused its abandonment in the 1960s, and still poison debate today, as immigration once again reaches crisis proportions. (Peter Brimelow, editor of VDARE.com and author of Alien Nation )Otis Graham has been reflecting on the consequences of large-scale immigration in the U.S. for many years. Unguarded Gates distills many of those insights in a coherent and informative fashion. Regardless of one's perspective on the immigration debate, Graham's analysis shows that the making of an informed policy requires that we all become aware of how immigration is changing the country. (George Borjas, Harvard University )Graham performs a valuable service in refuting modern-day charges that racist motivations and eugenicist theories underlay the Progressives' move to restrict immigration. Unguarded Gates is especially enlightening in its analysis of the vast cultural rift between the elites, who benefit economically from cheap immigrant labor, and average Americans, who bear the costs and consequences of the present mass immigration. (National Review )Ethnic activistsalong, unfortunately, with most liberals and historians of immigrationrefuse to grant that efforts to restrict immigration can be inspired by anything but nativism, racism, and fear of 'the Other.' This book shows how ungroundedand unfairthat assumption is. Graham's evidence and argumentation should go far toward making reasonable discussion of the issue possible. (Philip Gleason, professor emeritus, University of Notre Dame )This is a clear and rational little bookno small accomplishment when the subject is immigration.Unguarded Gates: A History of America's Immigration Crisis is less a policy tome or a polemic than a fine exercise in simply telling it like it was. (Sunday Washington Times )Unguarded Gates provides an intriguing historical survey of America's immigration crisis. . . . This should be a part of any college-level collection on immigrant social issues. (The Bookwatch ) Otis L. Graham, Jr. is professor of history, emeritus, at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is the author or editor of over 15 books, including Debating American Immigration, 1882Present (with Roger Daniels) and Environmental Politics and Policy, 1960s to 1990s. He lives in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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Italic Handwriting Series Book C

"I am behind this handwriting 100%. Everyone can read it. Its easy to teach, and the results are beautiful..." -- Val Hornburg, Teacher and winner of the Miriam Joseph Farrell Award for Distinguished Teaching"Inga Dubay and Barbara Getty deserve the thanks of every teacher and every parent. Its a breakthrough at last!" -- Betty Edwards, PhD, Author of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain"My daughters handwriting has improved dramatically in just two months of sporadic use. I can now read everything..." -- Homeschooling parent, Washington, Pennsylvania Barbara Getty, MAT, has taught calligraphy and handwriting for over 25 years, and elementary school for 14 years. She has been an instructor at Lewis and Clark College, Portland Community College and Portland State University (in Portland, Oregon), currently conducts workshops on calligraphy and italic handwriting, and was featured on CNN. She studied with Lloyd Reynolds and Jacqueline Svaren. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and published in International Calligraphy Today. She is a graduate of Lewis and Clark College, did postgraduate work at Portland State University, receiving her MAT from Lewis and Clark College. Inga Dubay, BA, has taught calligraphy at the Oregon College of Art and Craft in Portland, Oregon, since 1975, and was Book Arts Department Head for six years. She also taught at Portland State University and has conducted numerous calligraphy and handwriting workshops across the country including several International Calligraphy Conferences. She studied at Mills College, received her degree from the University of Oregon, and did post-graduate work at the Art Academy in Oslo, Norway, the University of Oregon, and the University of California, Berkeley. She studied calligraphy with Lloyd Reynolds and Lois McClelland. Her work has been shown in national and international juried and invitational exhibitions, and has been published in Calligraphy Review, Martha Stewart Living and Lettering Arts. Both authors travel all over the country giving seminars to physicians and medical professionals on how to write legibly.

Italic Handwriting Series Book C "I am behind this handwriting 100%. Everyone can read it. Its easy to teach, and the results are beautiful..." -- Val Hornburg, Teacher and winner of the Miriam Joseph Farrell Award for Distinguished Teaching"Inga Dubay and Barbara Getty deserve the thanks of every teacher and every parent. Its a breakthrough at last!" -- Betty Edwards, PhD, Author of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain"My daughters handwriting has improved dramatically in just two months of sporadic use. I can now read everything..." -- Homeschooling parent, Washington, Pennsylvania Barbara Getty, MAT, has taught calligraphy and handwriting for over 25 years, and elementary school for 14 years. She has been an instructor at Lewis and Clark College, Portland Community College and Portland State University (in Portland, Oregon), currently conducts workshops on calligraphy and italic handwriting, and was featured on CNN. She studied with Lloyd Reynolds and Jacqueline Svaren. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and published in International Calligraphy Today. She is a graduate of Lewis and Clark College, did postgraduate work at Portland State University, receiving her MAT from Lewis and Clark College. Inga Dubay, BA, has taught calligraphy at the Oregon College of Art and Craft in Portland, Oregon, since 1975, and was Book Arts Department Head for six years. She also taught at Portland State University and has conducted numerous calligraphy and handwriting workshops across the country including several International Calligraphy Conferences. She studied at Mills College, received her degree from the University of Oregon, and did post-graduate work at the Art Academy in Oslo, Norway, the University of Oregon, and the University of California, Berkeley. She studied calligraphy with Lloyd Reynolds and Lois McClelland. Her work has been shown in national and international juried and invitational exhibitions, and has been published in Calligraphy Review, Martha Stewart Living and Lettering Arts. Both authors travel all over the country giving seminars to physicians and medical professionals on how to write legibly.

B0007ZCNRG

Capresso 4460 Charcoal Water Filters for Capresso ST600 Coffeemaker, 6 Pack

The charcoal filter cartridge removes up to 82% of the chlorine and other impurities found in tap water, improving the taste of the water and coffee. Designed to work in Capresso ST-600 Coffee maker

Capresso 4460 Charcoal Water Filters for Capresso ST600 Coffeemaker, 6 Pack The charcoal filter cartridge removes up to 82% of the chlorine and other impurities found in tap water, improving the taste of the water and coffee. Designed to work in Capresso ST-600 Coffee maker

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Freckles Farmyard Standard Quilted Sham

Freckles Farmyard 100% cotton hand stitched standard quilted sham with tractor motif coordinate with the quilt designs, and utilize a standard pillow (not included) as an insert.

Freckles Farmyard Standard Quilted Sham Freckles Farmyard 100% cotton hand stitched standard quilted sham with tractor motif coordinate with the quilt designs, and utilize a standard pillow (not included) as an insert.

067400082X

Kidnapped: Child Abduction in America

Fass (history, Univ. of California, Berkeley) focuses on youth in this work. Fass traces the history of kidnapping in the United States from the abduction of four-year-old Charley Ross in 1874 to the 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz and more recently the abduction and murder of 12-year-old Polly Klaas. Fass offers well-researched highlights of known cases such as the Leopold and Loeb, Lindbergh, and Gloria Vanderbilt kidnappings; however, she fails to deliver behind-the-scenes revelations or speculations on why kidnapping crimes occur or why today they have become increasingly violent. Readers are left to speculate on what role the media play in this increasing crime against society and its vulnerable children. Nevertheless, this is a good starting point for further research or psychohistorical analysis. Recommended for larger public and academic libraries.?Sandra Isaacson, U.S. EPA, Kansas City, Kan.Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. Fass (History/Univ. of Calif., Berkeley) focuses her grim study on the public's reaction to the horrific crime of kidnapping, from Charley Ross to Polly Klaas. The 1874 kidnapping of four-year-old Charley Ross, the first for ransom, captivated the public for years after, and Fass writes well of Charley's gradual transformation from lost child to holy innocent, celebrated in newspapers and in a bestselling book written by his father. The media frenzy that greeted Charley's disappearance--decades later, men still claimed to be the lost boy- -turned into a frightful circus that was responsible for the loss of more than one victim as kidnappers panicked in the glare of publicity. Fass also profiles Betty Jean Benedicto, a baby-snatcher who gained weight to imitate pregnancy and starved herself to mimic Hanna Marcus, the depressed mother of the child she had stolen. Benedicto was released early by a sympathetic judge--and with the best wishes of the Marcuses, who felt Benedicto treated their baby kindly. She went on to steal another infant. Male kidnappers, unsurprisingly, are dealt with more severely by the public. In 1924, Leopold and Loeb, the University of Chicago prodigies who killed 14-year-old Bobby Franks, were viewed as homosexual devils. And Richard Hauptmann, whether guilty or not of killing the Lindbergh baby in 1932, was executed for the crime. Modern kidnappings, like that of Etan Patz, are viewed as the work of a pedophile with a desire to exploit a child through pornography or prostitution. While most current kidnappings are more along the lines of a noncustodial parent stealing the child, and stranger kidnappings are still very rare, in the public's view, sexual predators lurk everywhere. Fass writes about organizations that provide ``kidnap insurance,'' and the histrionic tactics used to make parents aware of purportedly rampant pedophilia in this country. Despite its academic tone, a sad book with compelling stories. (27 b photos, not seen) -- Copyright 1997, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. Riveting...Fass gives us a tour of the crime parents fear most, offering one terrifying detail after another...In Fass's view, each kidnapping provides a warped mirror image of the society in which it takes place...By looking at how each era reacts to a particular abduction, she says, we can learn more about our own time. (San Francisco Chronicle)A heartfelt and disturbing book...Kidnapped is not only a convincing analysis of child abduction; it is a compelling example of how studies of the past can illuminate the present and suggest alternative futures. (Journal of American History)In analyzing the cases of Leopold and Loeb, the Lindbergh baby, and others, Fass finds that the publicity surrounding kidnapping has expressed some of our deepest concerns about law and family, gender and sexuality, crime and insanity...Fass's book is an original look at an important and historically neglected subject. (Lingua Franca) Riveting...Fass gives us a tour of the crime parents fear most, offering one terrifying detail after another...In Fass's view, each kidnapping provides a warped mirror image of the society in which it takes place...By looking at how each era reacts to a particular abduction, she says, we can learn more about our own time. (San Francisco Chronicle) Paula S. Fass is Professor of History at the University of California, Berkeley.

Kidnapped: Child Abduction in America Fass (history, Univ. of California, Berkeley) focuses on youth in this work. Fass traces the history of kidnapping in the United States from the abduction of four-year-old Charley Ross in 1874 to the 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz and more recently the abduction and murder of 12-year-old Polly Klaas. Fass offers well-researched highlights of known cases such as the Leopold and Loeb, Lindbergh, and Gloria Vanderbilt kidnappings; however, she fails to deliver behind-the-scenes revelations or speculations on why kidnapping crimes occur or why today they have become increasingly violent. Readers are left to speculate on what role the media play in this increasing crime against society and its vulnerable children. Nevertheless, this is a good starting point for further research or psychohistorical analysis. Recommended for larger public and academic libraries.?Sandra Isaacson, U.S. EPA, Kansas City, Kan.Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. Fass (History/Univ. of Calif., Berkeley) focuses her grim study on the public's reaction to the horrific crime of kidnapping, from Charley Ross to Polly Klaas. The 1874 kidnapping of four-year-old Charley Ross, the first for ransom, captivated the public for years after, and Fass writes well of Charley's gradual transformation from lost child to holy innocent, celebrated in newspapers and in a bestselling book written by his father. The media frenzy that greeted Charley's disappearance--decades later, men still claimed to be the lost boy- -turned into a frightful circus that was responsible for the loss of more than one victim as kidnappers panicked in the glare of publicity. Fass also profiles Betty Jean Benedicto, a baby-snatcher who gained weight to imitate pregnancy and starved herself to mimic Hanna Marcus, the depressed mother of the child she had stolen. Benedicto was released early by a sympathetic judge--and with the best wishes of the Marcuses, who felt Benedicto treated their baby kindly. She went on to steal another infant. Male kidnappers, unsurprisingly, are dealt with more severely by the public. In 1924, Leopold and Loeb, the University of Chicago prodigies who killed 14-year-old Bobby Franks, were viewed as homosexual devils. And Richard Hauptmann, whether guilty or not of killing the Lindbergh baby in 1932, was executed for the crime. Modern kidnappings, like that of Etan Patz, are viewed as the work of a pedophile with a desire to exploit a child through pornography or prostitution. While most current kidnappings are more along the lines of a noncustodial parent stealing the child, and stranger kidnappings are still very rare, in the public's view, sexual predators lurk everywhere. Fass writes about organizations that provide ``kidnap insurance,'' and the histrionic tactics used to make parents aware of purportedly rampant pedophilia in this country. Despite its academic tone, a sad book with compelling stories. (27 b photos, not seen) -- Copyright 1997, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. Riveting...Fass gives us a tour of the crime parents fear most, offering one terrifying detail after another...In Fass's view, each kidnapping provides a warped mirror image of the society in which it takes place...By looking at how each era reacts to a particular abduction, she says, we can learn more about our own time. (San Francisco Chronicle)A heartfelt and disturbing book...Kidnapped is not only a convincing analysis of child abduction; it is a compelling example of how studies of the past can illuminate the present and suggest alternative futures. (Journal of American History)In analyzing the cases of Leopold and Loeb, the Lindbergh baby, and others, Fass finds that the publicity surrounding kidnapping has expressed some of our deepest concerns about law and family, gender and sexuality, crime and insanity...Fass's book is an original look at an important and historically neglected subject. (Lingua Franca) Riveting...Fass gives us a tour of the crime parents fear most, offering one terrifying detail after another...In Fass's view, each kidnapping provides a warped mirror image of the society in which it takes place...By looking at how each era reacts to a particular abduction, she says, we can learn more about our own time. (San Francisco Chronicle) Paula S. Fass is Professor of History at the University of California, Berkeley.

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Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses: Prince Derek Doll

In the upcoming DVD release, Barbie? in The 12 Dancing Princesses, Barbie? doll plays a special role as one of twelve sisters. Derek? is the Royal Cobbler and joins forces with Barbie? doll as Princess Genevieve?. Derek? looks majestic wearing a crown, royal tunic with quilted detailing, dark brown pants and high black boots. Prince Derek? doll comes with twelve pairs of shoes, one for each sister! In the DVD release, Barbie in The Twelve Dancing Princesses, Barbie doll plays a special role as one of twelve sisters. Derek is the Royal Cobbler and joins forces with Barbie doll as Princess Genevieve. Derek looks majestic wearing a crown, royal tunic with quilted detailing, dark brown pants and high black boots. Prince Derek doll comes with twelve pairs of shoes, one for each sister. Measures 12".

Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses: Prince Derek Doll In the upcoming DVD release, Barbie? in The 12 Dancing Princesses, Barbie? doll plays a special role as one of twelve sisters. Derek? is the Royal Cobbler and joins forces with Barbie? doll as Princess Genevieve?. Derek? looks majestic wearing a crown, royal tunic with quilted detailing, dark brown pants and high black boots. Prince Derek? doll comes with twelve pairs of shoes, one for each sister! In the DVD release, Barbie in The Twelve Dancing Princesses, Barbie doll plays a special role as one of twelve sisters. Derek is the Royal Cobbler and joins forces with Barbie doll as Princess Genevieve. Derek looks majestic wearing a crown, royal tunic with quilted detailing, dark brown pants and high black boots. Prince Derek doll comes with twelve pairs of shoes, one for each sister. Measures 12".

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Red R Racing Velocity Style Molded Utility Mat- 14"

PlastiColor Red R Racing Velocity Style Molded Utility Mats , providing the ultimate protection for active lifestyles. These molded mats include the , a line of deep draft, all-weather mats and are Can be easily cleaned with soap and water that will complement even the nicest vehicle's interior.

Red R Racing Velocity Style Molded Utility Mat- 14" PlastiColor Red R Racing Velocity Style Molded Utility Mats , providing the ultimate protection for active lifestyles. These molded mats include the , a line of deep draft, all-weather mats and are Can be easily cleaned with soap and water that will complement even the nicest vehicle's interior.

8432216976

El Siglo De Las Luces / a Century of Light (Spanish Edition)

Text: Spanish --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

El Siglo De Las Luces / a Century of Light (Spanish Edition) Text: Spanish --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

1400040760

Waugh Abroad: The Collected Travel Writing (Everyman's Library)

As a writer of satiric and comic stories, Evelyn Waugh remains unmatched among modern writers. New York Times Book Review Waugh possesses a very original mind and a highly developed faculty for observing the fabulous, the fantastic, and the bizarre. He is vastly amused at the gay spectacle of life; and fortunately his amusement is contagious. Saturday Review In [Waughs] subdued fashionfor the influence of the obligation to debunk travel is strong in himhe gives a lucid and fascinating picture of places and people. V. S. Pritchett[Waugh] dislikes most things, but during his journey in British Guiana, even this habit shows signs of coming full circle and of turning into his way of liking them. New Statesman Nation Thirty years' worth of Evelyn Waugh's inimitable travel writings have been gathered together fo the first time in one volume. Waugh's accounts of his travels--spanning the years from 1929 to 1958--describe journeys through the West Indies, Mexico, South America, the Holy Land, and Africa. And just as his travels informed his fiction, his novelists's sensibility is apparent in each of these pieces. Waugh pioneered the genre of modern travel writing in which the comic predicament of the traveler is as central as the world he encounters. He wrote with as sharp an eye for folly as for foliage, and a delight in the absurd, not least where his own comfort and dignity are concerned. From his fresh take the well-traveled and hence alread "fully laveled" Mediterranean region in LabelsI, to a close-up view of Haile Selaissie's coronation in Remote People, from a comically miserable stint in British Guiana in Niney-two Days, to a sharp-eyed tour of The Holy Places, the seven travel books collected here provide a feast of literary adventures--as light, bright, sharp, and invigorating as Waugh's fiction.

Waugh Abroad: The Collected Travel Writing (Everyman's Library) As a writer of satiric and comic stories, Evelyn Waugh remains unmatched among modern writers. New York Times Book Review Waugh possesses a very original mind and a highly developed faculty for observing the fabulous, the fantastic, and the bizarre. He is vastly amused at the gay spectacle of life; and fortunately his amusement is contagious. Saturday Review In [Waughs] subdued fashionfor the influence of the obligation to debunk travel is strong in himhe gives a lucid and fascinating picture of places and people. V. S. Pritchett[Waugh] dislikes most things, but during his journey in British Guiana, even this habit shows signs of coming full circle and of turning into his way of liking them. New Statesman Nation Thirty years' worth of Evelyn Waugh's inimitable travel writings have been gathered together fo the first time in one volume. Waugh's accounts of his travels--spanning the years from 1929 to 1958--describe journeys through the West Indies, Mexico, South America, the Holy Land, and Africa. And just as his travels informed his fiction, his novelists's sensibility is apparent in each of these pieces. Waugh pioneered the genre of modern travel writing in which the comic predicament of the traveler is as central as the world he encounters. He wrote with as sharp an eye for folly as for foliage, and a delight in the absurd, not least where his own comfort and dignity are concerned. From his fresh take the well-traveled and hence alread "fully laveled" Mediterranean region in LabelsI, to a close-up view of Haile Selaissie's coronation in Remote People, from a comically miserable stint in British Guiana in Niney-two Days, to a sharp-eyed tour of The Holy Places, the seven travel books collected here provide a feast of literary adventures--as light, bright, sharp, and invigorating as Waugh's fiction.

B000FCCYES

Delta Leland 14478-SS Monitor 14 Series Tub and Shower Trim, Stainless

The Delta Leland Monitor 14-Series Tub And Shower Trim is a water-efficient faucet and showerhead set. Scald Guard technology keeps water temperature within a safe range, and its Touch Clean design is low maintenance. ADA, CSA, and NSF certified, this set includes a shower arm, flange, tub spout, and plastic showerhead.Leland Monitor 14-SeriesTub and Shower TrimAt a Glance:Delta's Scald Guard feature keeps water temperature within a safe +/-3 degrees FahrenheitTouch Clean showerhead offers full spray function and wipes cleanADA, CSA, and NSF certified for safe, easy operationSingle lever handle operation for quick adjustmentsWater-efficient set uses roughly 20 percent less waterLifetime warranty on faucet and finishSet includes a shower arm, flange, tub spout, and showerhead.Meets WaterSense RequirementsThe Leland Monitor meets the EPA's WaterSense requirements--it's water efficient and helps save you money on your utility bills. Launched in 2006, WaterSense is an EPA-sponsored partnership program that seeks to protect the future of the nation's water supply by promoting water efficiency. The Leland Monitor uses roughly 20 percent less water than traditional faucets, with equal or superior performance.Easy-To-Use Single-Lever Operation and Temperature ControlOne easy-to-use lever handle lets you change the temperature quickly. At the same time, Delta's Scald Guard feature protects you against too-hot temperatures by keeping water temperature within a safe +/-3 degrees Fahrenheit.User-Friendly Showerhead and Tub SpoutThanks to a Touch Clean showerhead with full spray function, this set provides an invigorating shower and is easy to clean with a few finger swipes. A 5-inch-long pull-up diverter tub spout makes it easy to check water temperature before switching to shower mode.About Delta FaucetsDelta faucets started out as a new innovation that won wide approval, and over the years, a consistently high level of quality has validated their reputation. Manufactured to meet federal, regional and local specifications, Delta faucets offer abundant replacement parts, a comprehensive warranty, and confidence earned through a punishing regimen of durability testing. Handles are turned on and off 500,000 times to ensure leak-proof performance for years. And before it leaves the plant, every faucet undergoes more than 100 hand inspections, including air and water testing.The Leland Monitor is backed by a lifetime faucet and finish warranty.What's in the BoxShower arm, flange, tub spout, plastic showerhead, hardware, and installation guide. 1400 Series, Stainless Steel, Single Lever Handle, Leland Tub/Shower Faucet, Pressure Balanced, 8" Centers.

Delta Leland 14478-SS Monitor 14 Series Tub and Shower Trim, Stainless The Delta Leland Monitor 14-Series Tub And Shower Trim is a water-efficient faucet and showerhead set. Scald Guard technology keeps water temperature within a safe range, and its Touch Clean design is low maintenance. ADA, CSA, and NSF certified, this set includes a shower arm, flange, tub spout, and plastic showerhead.Leland Monitor 14-SeriesTub and Shower TrimAt a Glance:Delta's Scald Guard feature keeps water temperature within a safe +/-3 degrees FahrenheitTouch Clean showerhead offers full spray function and wipes cleanADA, CSA, and NSF certified for safe, easy operationSingle lever handle operation for quick adjustmentsWater-efficient set uses roughly 20 percent less waterLifetime warranty on faucet and finishSet includes a shower arm, flange, tub spout, and showerhead.Meets WaterSense RequirementsThe Leland Monitor meets the EPA's WaterSense requirements--it's water efficient and helps save you money on your utility bills. Launched in 2006, WaterSense is an EPA-sponsored partnership program that seeks to protect the future of the nation's water supply by promoting water efficiency. The Leland Monitor uses roughly 20 percent less water than traditional faucets, with equal or superior performance.Easy-To-Use Single-Lever Operation and Temperature ControlOne easy-to-use lever handle lets you change the temperature quickly. At the same time, Delta's Scald Guard feature protects you against too-hot temperatures by keeping water temperature within a safe +/-3 degrees Fahrenheit.User-Friendly Showerhead and Tub SpoutThanks to a Touch Clean showerhead with full spray function, this set provides an invigorating shower and is easy to clean with a few finger swipes. A 5-inch-long pull-up diverter tub spout makes it easy to check water temperature before switching to shower mode.About Delta FaucetsDelta faucets started out as a new innovation that won wide approval, and over the years, a consistently high level of quality has validated their reputation. Manufactured to meet federal, regional and local specifications, Delta faucets offer abundant replacement parts, a comprehensive warranty, and confidence earned through a punishing regimen of durability testing. Handles are turned on and off 500,000 times to ensure leak-proof performance for years. And before it leaves the plant, every faucet undergoes more than 100 hand inspections, including air and water testing.The Leland Monitor is backed by a lifetime faucet and finish warranty.What's in the BoxShower arm, flange, tub spout, plastic showerhead, hardware, and installation guide. 1400 Series, Stainless Steel, Single Lever Handle, Leland Tub/Shower Faucet, Pressure Balanced, 8" Centers.

1596110392

Soulful Sex: Erotic Tales of Fantasy and Romance, Vols. 1-2

"Diana Laurence writes romance like a Rembrandt painting." --eCataRomance"A unique voicetruly a gifted wordsmith." --In the Library Reviews"A highly entertaining, very erotic, and extremely intelligent look at sex." --Sime-Gen Diana has been freelancing for over a quarter century, and her work has appeared in such diverse publications as 'Teen, The Lutheran Witness, Beckett Hockey Monthly, and Suite Magazine. Her professional background includes legal, finance, information technology and marketing. She is a self-professed"dabbler," and enjoys gourmet cooking, mixology, home spa techniques, brewing, costume design, webmastering, drawing and painting. She is inspired by the work of Jane Austen, M. Night Shyamalan, Robin Hobb, John Williams, Terry Moore, Dream Theater, Thomas Moore, Ayn Rand, Alex Ross, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and the great science fiction of the 50s and 60s.

Soulful Sex: Erotic Tales of Fantasy and Romance, Vols. 1-2 "Diana Laurence writes romance like a Rembrandt painting." --eCataRomance"A unique voicetruly a gifted wordsmith." --In the Library Reviews"A highly entertaining, very erotic, and extremely intelligent look at sex." --Sime-Gen Diana has been freelancing for over a quarter century, and her work has appeared in such diverse publications as 'Teen, The Lutheran Witness, Beckett Hockey Monthly, and Suite Magazine. Her professional background includes legal, finance, information technology and marketing. She is a self-professed"dabbler," and enjoys gourmet cooking, mixology, home spa techniques, brewing, costume design, webmastering, drawing and painting. She is inspired by the work of Jane Austen, M. Night Shyamalan, Robin Hobb, John Williams, Terry Moore, Dream Theater, Thomas Moore, Ayn Rand, Alex Ross, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and the great science fiction of the 50s and 60s.

B00002N9PI

Baldwin 3503.030 Edgewater Double-Post Tissue Holder, Polished Brass

Here is a collection of hardware that can transform your bath into a romantic hideaway, quiet country retreat or sexy spa. The Baldwin Bath Collection lets you coordinate styles and finishes with towel bars, countertop and wall-mounted accessories. No quick-fix, one-day wonders at Baldwin. We design for todays styles but give you the option of living proudly with that style for as long as you choose. When the time comes for a change, it should be out of need, not necessity. Baldwins assurance of quality promises that your chosen style will remain free of mechanical or finish problems until you are ready to try a new look. We believe in delivering not only good looks but enduring quality. Double Post Tissue Roll Holder from the Edgewater Series Baldwin was born in America, and in the spirit of its birthplace, strives constantly to achieve a rich combination of Timeless Craftsmanship and timely good taste. For more than 50 years, Baldwin has successfully aimed at setting new standards of excellence in its products for the home and workplace. Baldwin Bronze Bath Hardware finishes align and coordinate with other Bronze finishes but have an extra lacquer topcoat to protect against humid bath locations. The finishes used for bath products look the same as the ones used for lock and general hardware products and won't wear out in bathroom conditions. Finishes match those of other Baldwin products for unity of design. Polished and Finished By Hand! Manufactured using solid forged Brass. Baldwin products feature the highest quality and craftsmanship that has been respected for generations.

Baldwin 3503.030 Edgewater Double-Post Tissue Holder, Polished Brass Here is a collection of hardware that can transform your bath into a romantic hideaway, quiet country retreat or sexy spa. The Baldwin Bath Collection lets you coordinate styles and finishes with towel bars, countertop and wall-mounted accessories. No quick-fix, one-day wonders at Baldwin. We design for todays styles but give you the option of living proudly with that style for as long as you choose. When the time comes for a change, it should be out of need, not necessity. Baldwins assurance of quality promises that your chosen style will remain free of mechanical or finish problems until you are ready to try a new look. We believe in delivering not only good looks but enduring quality. Double Post Tissue Roll Holder from the Edgewater Series Baldwin was born in America, and in the spirit of its birthplace, strives constantly to achieve a rich combination of Timeless Craftsmanship and timely good taste. For more than 50 years, Baldwin has successfully aimed at setting new standards of excellence in its products for the home and workplace. Baldwin Bronze Bath Hardware finishes align and coordinate with other Bronze finishes but have an extra lacquer topcoat to protect against humid bath locations. The finishes used for bath products look the same as the ones used for lock and general hardware products and won't wear out in bathroom conditions. Finishes match those of other Baldwin products for unity of design. Polished and Finished By Hand! Manufactured using solid forged Brass. Baldwin products feature the highest quality and craftsmanship that has been respected for generations.

B000ES2H36

Hewlett Packard Photosmart M22V 4.0 MP 6X Digital Zoom Digital Camera

Want a camera that gives you outstanding results and fits nicely in your pocket? The Photosmart M22V has 4 megapixel resolution and 6 x digital zoom for realistic-color prints and enlargements, plus a bright display for viewing images. You can automatically brighten dark areas of photos, remove red eye, preview and snap panoramas. Plus, the all-metal, weather-resistant case makes the M22V ideal for travel!

Hewlett Packard Photosmart M22V 4.0 MP 6X Digital Zoom Digital Camera Want a camera that gives you outstanding results and fits nicely in your pocket? The Photosmart M22V has 4 megapixel resolution and 6 x digital zoom for realistic-color prints and enlargements, plus a bright display for viewing images. You can automatically brighten dark areas of photos, remove red eye, preview and snap panoramas. Plus, the all-metal, weather-resistant case makes the M22V ideal for travel!

0205407722

Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning and Behavior Problems (6th Edition)

"The authors have done an excellent job of presenting current, up-to-date, comprehensive and empirically supported information." - Dr. Patricia J. Edelen-Smith, Universityof Hawaiiat Manoa "I find the focus questions to be especially strong components of each chapter; they really summarize exactly what it is that the students should take with them from their readings. This feature far exceeds anything that I currently use." - Claire Verden, West ChesterUniversity "I love the way this books leads students to be interactive." - Linda Metske, LyndonStateCollege "The text is appropriate for people new to the field as well as more seasoned instructors. The text is readable, easy to locate information and is worth my suggesting a change in text for the university for the coming year." - DiAnne B. Garner, VirginiaCommonwealth University "The information presented is very thorough and can be easily implemented in real-life situations." - Kimberly Fields, AlbanyState University --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition. Give your students the help they needand can use immediately. Based on current research on the best practices for teaching students with learning and behavior problems in a variety of settings, the sixth edition of Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning and Behavior Problems contains more applied teaching strategies than ever before. There is also increased emphasis on the topics of progress monitoring and assessment, diversity and English language learners, and family involvement. Icons throughout the text highlight discussions related to these topics. About the Book Focuses on how to teach and how to apply methods, making it easy to transfer new skills to school settings. Basic how-tos regarding IEPs, consultation, classroom and behavior management, scheduling, and classroom design are covered extensively. Apply the Concept boxes allow the reader to see how concepts can be applied to learning situations. Instructional Activities throughout the book provide teaching activities and games that can be taken right into the classroom. Case studies of teachers and students working to succeed in classrooms are included in every chapter. Information is presented in a way that is accessible and relevant. New to This Edition Reflects new IDEA 2004 legislation. Increased coverage of progress monitoring reflects the increased importance of assessment today. Increased coverage of methods for communicating and working effectively with parents and families. Spotlight on Diversity features incorporate the most current methods for teaching diverse students populations, including students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. All new Tech Tips highlight software and other technology that can enhance teaching and learning. Classroom Applications discuss the use of in-depth teaching methods in the classroom. Sharon Vaughn (Ph. D., University of Arizona) holds the H.E. Hartfelder/Southland Corporation Regents Chair in Human Development and is a recipient of the AERA Special Education SIG distinguished researcher award. She was the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Learning Disabilities and the coeditor of Learning Disabilities Research and Practice. Dr. Vaughn is the author of numerous books and research articles that address the reading and social outcomes of students with learning difficulties including Teaching Students Who Are Exceptional, Diverse, and At Risk in the General Education Classroom, with Jeanne Schumm and Candace Bos. Currently she is principal or co-principal investigator on several Institute for Education Science, National Institute for Child Health and Human Development, and Office of Special Education Programs research grants investigating effective interventions for students with learning disabilities and behavior problems as well as students who are English language learners.

Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning and Behavior Problems (6th Edition) "The authors have done an excellent job of presenting current, up-to-date, comprehensive and empirically supported information." - Dr. Patricia J. Edelen-Smith, Universityof Hawaiiat Manoa "I find the focus questions to be especially strong components of each chapter; they really summarize exactly what it is that the students should take with them from their readings. This feature far exceeds anything that I currently use." - Claire Verden, West ChesterUniversity "I love the way this books leads students to be interactive." - Linda Metske, LyndonStateCollege "The text is appropriate for people new to the field as well as more seasoned instructors. The text is readable, easy to locate information and is worth my suggesting a change in text for the university for the coming year." - DiAnne B. Garner, VirginiaCommonwealth University "The information presented is very thorough and can be easily implemented in real-life situations." - Kimberly Fields, AlbanyState University --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition. Give your students the help they needand can use immediately. Based on current research on the best practices for teaching students with learning and behavior problems in a variety of settings, the sixth edition of Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning and Behavior Problems contains more applied teaching strategies than ever before. There is also increased emphasis on the topics of progress monitoring and assessment, diversity and English language learners, and family involvement. Icons throughout the text highlight discussions related to these topics. About the Book Focuses on how to teach and how to apply methods, making it easy to transfer new skills to school settings. Basic how-tos regarding IEPs, consultation, classroom and behavior management, scheduling, and classroom design are covered extensively. Apply the Concept boxes allow the reader to see how concepts can be applied to learning situations. Instructional Activities throughout the book provide teaching activities and games that can be taken right into the classroom. Case studies of teachers and students working to succeed in classrooms are included in every chapter. Information is presented in a way that is accessible and relevant. New to This Edition Reflects new IDEA 2004 legislation. Increased coverage of progress monitoring reflects the increased importance of assessment today. Increased coverage of methods for communicating and working effectively with parents and families. Spotlight on Diversity features incorporate the most current methods for teaching diverse students populations, including students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. All new Tech Tips highlight software and other technology that can enhance teaching and learning. Classroom Applications discuss the use of in-depth teaching methods in the classroom. Sharon Vaughn (Ph. D., University of Arizona) holds the H.E. Hartfelder/Southland Corporation Regents Chair in Human Development and is a recipient of the AERA Special Education SIG distinguished researcher award. She was the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Learning Disabilities and the coeditor of Learning Disabilities Research and Practice. Dr. Vaughn is the author of numerous books and research articles that address the reading and social outcomes of students with learning difficulties including Teaching Students Who Are Exceptional, Diverse, and At Risk in the General Education Classroom, with Jeanne Schumm and Candace Bos. Currently she is principal or co-principal investigator on several Institute for Education Science, National Institute for Child Health and Human Development, and Office of Special Education Programs research grants investigating effective interventions for students with learning disabilities and behavior problems as well as students who are English language learners.

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Mothers and Daughters

Carol Saline and Sharon J. Wohlmuth once again explore the familial bonds of women in this charming follow-up to their 1994 smash hit Sisters. In words and pictures, Mothers and Daughters reveals the varied and perennial nature of this complicated family bond. Most of the daughters in this collection are adult women. Some are stepchildren, others adopted from other nations, and still others, including model Cindy Crawford, author Margaret Atwood, and cartoonist Cathy Guisewite, are famous. Wohlmuth's posed, black-and-white photos of the two generations reveal relationships that rival the intensity of romance. In these pictures, some mothers curl protectively around their daughters, some of the women stand side-by-side, embracing like old friends, and occasionally the subjects stand apart from one another, like partners in a difficult marriage. Saline's interviews probe delicately beneath the surface of the portraits. "Do you love your mother, Jacki?" Saline asks one subject, who answers, "without question." But when Saline asks, "Do you like your mother?" Jacki replies more ambiguously: "Well...." This book will inspire mothers and daughters to reflect on the importance of their own relationship. --Maria Dolan Saline and Wohlmuth's Sisters (1994) was a surprise best-seller. Its combination of Wohlmuth's sensitive portrait photography and journalist Saline's profiles, People magazine^-like but better, of female siblings proved to have a market eagerly awaiting it. A wised-up Doubleday plans a 450,000-copy first printing and publicity to match for Sisters' sequel, which presents 38 maternal relationships. The 38 encompass pretty nearly every imaginable set of relational circumstances: solid "traditional" families, lesbian comothers, single mothers, daughters caring for elderly mothers, a mother caring for her mentally impaired 25-year-old daughter, and even a daughter with both an adoptive mother and a recently met birth mother. There are several mothers and daughters who follow the same profession or are partners in the same endeavor. A few are famous, in one generation (e.g., cartoonist Cathy Guisewite and her mother, actress Lynn Redgrave and her two daughters) or both (e.g., actress Janet Leigh and her daughter, actress Jamie Leigh Curtis), but some of the best stories are those of "ordinary" women. What's more, Wohlmuth's photographic skill makes every woman and girl in the book a beauty. Ray Olson The creators of the hugely bestselling Sisters offer a survey and celebration of the complex bonds between mothers and daughters. Saline's terse descriptions of 37 mother/daughter pairs, drawing heavily on the women's own (sometimes very frank) words, are accompanied by Wohlmuth's sensitive, tightly cropped black-and- white photographs of the families in question. The relationships described here range widely, from the deeply loving and supportive to more troubled and uncertain connections: A mother and daughter from Bosnia reflect on the love that has helped preserve them; adopted daughters, and women raised by stepmothers, discuss the profound impact their mothers have had on their disrupted lives; a woman with a double mastectomy talks about the ways in which her small daughters have given her back her self-respect; a woman in her 60s describes what life is like caring for her bedridden mother. There are some famous figures here (Janet Leigh and Jamie Lee Curtis, Cindy Crawford, Margaret Atwood, Ruth Bader Ginsburg), but the most powerful and affecting stories are those told by less prominent figures--activists, reporters, businesswomen, farmers, and housewives. (First printing of 350,000; author tour) -- Copyright 1997, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. "Whenever I see someone on her birthday I make a point to ask her, 'Have you called your mom today and said thank you?'"--Jamie Lee Curtis When Carol Saline and Sharon J. Wohlmuth created Sisters in 1994, they took America by storm, captivating countless readers with their poignant exploration of sisterhood.In this beautiful new volume, they turn their empathy and perception to a territory perhaps even more intimate--the intense connection shared by mothers and daughters.The profoundly personal experiences of the women portrayed in these original essays and photographs illuminate a relationship that is awe-inspiring in its power and depth.Some of these women are well known: Cindy Crawford, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Margaret Atwood, and Jamie Lee Curtis all speak of their own relationships in these pages.There is also wisdom to be found in the words of a ninety-six-year-old great-grandmother with her nine daughters; a mother and daughter who have fled the war in Bosnia for an uncertain future in New York; and a woman who received a kidney transplant as a last gift from her dying mother.Whether the speakers are famous or not, their stories and portraits express universal feelings of tenderness, pride, and a love so fierce that it is sometimes painful.Mothers and Daughters is a stunning and evocative tribute to this unbreakable bond. Carol Saline is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker. Among her writing and community honors are two Clarion Awards from National Women in Communications, and the National Magazine Award. Her previous books include Straight Talk, Dr. Snow, and Sisters. A senior writer at Philadelphia Magazine and a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Syracuse University, she lives in Philadelphia. Sharon J. Wohlmuth is a prizewinning photojournalist and lecturer who for twenty years has covered national and international assignments for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Her photographs have won many awards, and she shares the Inquirer's Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the Three Mile Island nuclear accident. Her work has appeared in Life, Newsweek, and People magazines. Sisters was her first book. In this computer-generated portrait, Wohlmuth is surrounded by the images of her great-grandmother Ida, her grandmother Rose, and her mother Rebecca. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband Lawrence Teacher. Ada Balmaseda and her daughters, Elaine Alatriste and Liz BalmasedaAda, mamacita, rest a minute.Bastante with the rice and beans, the cooking, the cleaning and the cha-cha-cha.Put away that ticket for your favorite gambling-day cruise to the Bahamas.Listen while your daughters tell of a hardworking, joyous woman who, in her simple way, is the gravitational force that holds the family together.Can you do that, Ada?Or would it be impossible for you to take instead of give?Ada Balmaseda comes from a family which, in typical Cuban fashion, is dominated by women.My mother has five sisters and one brother, her eldest daughter, Liz, explains, and the women are almost Amazonian in their strength.If you are a Cuban mother, you want to have daughters, because the perception is that girls will take care of you when they grow up.Boys won't.Oh, for sure, Ada agrees.While she also has a son, she's quite open about her preference.For myself, I love the two girls.In Ada's vocabulary, the synonyms for love are protect and provide.It was hard when they were growing up, she remembers.Very hard.But there was nothing deprived about their life.Their house pulsated with bright colors and boisterous fun instigated by Ada, as she bustled around the kitchen, laughing, singing and swinging her hips as she stirred the pots.Mom is a real party animal, says Elaine, the younger daughter.She'd always be egging on the cousins to dress up like drag queens.She was a nightmare, Liz giggles.And although Ada couldn't help her girls with their homework because she never mastered English, she made sure they did it.And did it right!She scrupulously attended every open house at school and even volunteered as a teacher's assistant.Later, to scrape up money for their tuition at a private Catholic school, Ada bought a minibus and started a business driving other girls to school, along with her own.I didn't like them to walk, she says, ever practical.My mother was always persistent with us, Elaine says, making sure we were the best we could be.She never let us slack off.Whatever we wanted to do, she would find a way to open that door.She even made all our clothes.It was a ritual to go to the fabric store with her, pick the pattern, pick the material.We always had to be chaperoned at dances and she would volunteer. Nobody ever minded, because she was the most fun mom to take.She still is--only now she gets to go as a guest because Liz, a popular columnist for the Miami Herald, is on the A list for all kinds of celebrity bashes.I love to take Mom to parties, Liz says, because she has such a blast.She brings her camera and takes pictures of everybody.More than anything else, Liz rolls on, my mother has taught me to be honest and genuine.To be myself.The first time I went back to my hometown in Cuba and I saw this place with unpaved roads where bathing meant dipping in a fruit can filled with water, I understood this is who I am.This is where I come from.My mother embodies the Cuban heritage of that little town and the essence of being down-to-earth.She never pretends to be who she isn't.She once slapped Gloria Estefan's butt in my kitchen.'Ay! Ay! Gloria, you eat,' she hollered, and, bang, she smacked her butt like Gloria was one of the chicks she drove to school.Mom is my everyday reminder of how simple life is.Liz and Ada and Elaine talk to each other several times a day.Ada has never been much on discussing her feelings, and while growing up, the girls confided more in each other than in her.I was too busy in the kitchen to be their friend, Ada says.That's the one thing I would do different.Be more their friend.In her fifty-fourth year, Ada was diagnosed with breast cancer.It was the darkest day ever in my life, Liz says starkly.I thought cancer meant death. After the surgery she came to live with me for a while.The wound got infected.I would bathe her and everything.I was just numb.Yet Ada never lost her optimism.She put her faith in her doctors and simply believed she'd be cured.I had no education what cancer was, she says.I felt when they took off the bad breast, that was the end of it.The cancer was gone.I never thought it would continue.She drove herself to her radiation treatments and then went on to her job in a printing factory.I felt better doing that.I didn't want to go home to think, she says.By the time the treatments ended, she had returned to cruising to the Bahama casinos again and living like nothing had ever happened to her.If you talk to Ada today about cancer, she'll only tell you that she's too busy worrying about Elaine to think about herself.That's because five years after Ada's mastectomy, breast cancer revisited the family and struck Elaine.Ada feels it was her fault, that she somehow gave it to her.Elaine was thirty-two, married with two little girls, aged one and three.But when she became ill, it was obvious that she was still and forever her mother's child.We put our house up for rent and moved into an apartment in Mom's building. She took care of my kids and made all our meals.She still does.I was so sick from the chemo that I couldn't bring myself to open the refrigerator.I never thought twice about who would help me.I knew my mom would.She's my mom.And she was also my inspiration.Seeing her so well five years after her treatment gave me hope.If she could do it, I knew I could.Elaine holds an activist attitude that as long as she does everything medically necessary, she'll lick the cancer and be fine.She is pregnant again, awaiting the birth of a son.Yet in an all too familiar refrain she says, It's my mother I worry about.Every day I'm still helping her get through my ordeal. She's always in a panic worrying about me.In the last few years, we have developed so much in common.Sharing breast cancer and becoming a mother myself has helped me understand my mother a lot better.I'm living her life, caring for my children like she did for us.And it's a good life.I hope I can have as much fun at sixty as she does.It's funny.When she went through her cancer, I never thought of her dying. I knew she'd pull through.But when I got sick, I actually came to the realization that I wanted to go first.It would be much harder for me if she wasn't here.I don't know if I could survive without her.Liz feels pretty much the same way.My mom helped me survive my divorce, she insists.I was so afraid to tell my family.I was so sure I'd get the typical Cuban line, how the streets are hard; don't let him go.But my mother shocked me.She said, 'That s.o.b.You deserve better.You don't have to take his crap.'Both sisters admit that their mother still thinks they are her little girls.Sometimes that's completely comforting, Liz says.And sometimes it feels controlling, Elaine adds.When I was going through chemo and all my surgery I needed someone to control my life and I was glad Mom was there.Now she has a problem backing off, so I just blow up and tell her, and usually she listens.Still, of all the mothers I know, I wouldn't have traded this one for any of them.Nor would Liz.In 1993, when she won a Pulitzer Prize for her newspaper columns, the invitation to the awards luncheon in New York included one guest.There were only two people I could take: my mom or my then husband.And I said this honor is for me; it's not part of my marriage, and I want the memory to always be mine.In my heart the only honest thing was to take my mother because she'd be in my life forever.She won't fly, so we went by train from Miami, and it took forever.I wanted to make it a nice trip for her, so I got a suite at a lovely hotel and we stayed a week.I kept wanting to take her to Fifth Avenue to shop, and she only wanted to go to Chinatown and buy designer knockoffs.The luncheon was one of the greatest days of my life.There's my mom, a factory worker, sitting at this major table with all these glittery figures and she was so proud, even though she was embarrassed she didn't speak much English.It was right to have her with me.It wasn't just to say thank you. It was to acknowledge that I wouldn't have been there, I wouldn't have won a Pulitzer, if she hadn't put all that effort into me for all those years.Some might say the Balmasedas' relationship needs more air.They would argue that their closeness is the oxygen that sustains their lives.

Mothers and Daughters Carol Saline and Sharon J. Wohlmuth once again explore the familial bonds of women in this charming follow-up to their 1994 smash hit Sisters. In words and pictures, Mothers and Daughters reveals the varied and perennial nature of this complicated family bond. Most of the daughters in this collection are adult women. Some are stepchildren, others adopted from other nations, and still others, including model Cindy Crawford, author Margaret Atwood, and cartoonist Cathy Guisewite, are famous. Wohlmuth's posed, black-and-white photos of the two generations reveal relationships that rival the intensity of romance. In these pictures, some mothers curl protectively around their daughters, some of the women stand side-by-side, embracing like old friends, and occasionally the subjects stand apart from one another, like partners in a difficult marriage. Saline's interviews probe delicately beneath the surface of the portraits. "Do you love your mother, Jacki?" Saline asks one subject, who answers, "without question." But when Saline asks, "Do you like your mother?" Jacki replies more ambiguously: "Well...." This book will inspire mothers and daughters to reflect on the importance of their own relationship. --Maria Dolan Saline and Wohlmuth's Sisters (1994) was a surprise best-seller. Its combination of Wohlmuth's sensitive portrait photography and journalist Saline's profiles, People magazine^-like but better, of female siblings proved to have a market eagerly awaiting it. A wised-up Doubleday plans a 450,000-copy first printing and publicity to match for Sisters' sequel, which presents 38 maternal relationships. The 38 encompass pretty nearly every imaginable set of relational circumstances: solid "traditional" families, lesbian comothers, single mothers, daughters caring for elderly mothers, a mother caring for her mentally impaired 25-year-old daughter, and even a daughter with both an adoptive mother and a recently met birth mother. There are several mothers and daughters who follow the same profession or are partners in the same endeavor. A few are famous, in one generation (e.g., cartoonist Cathy Guisewite and her mother, actress Lynn Redgrave and her two daughters) or both (e.g., actress Janet Leigh and her daughter, actress Jamie Leigh Curtis), but some of the best stories are those of "ordinary" women. What's more, Wohlmuth's photographic skill makes every woman and girl in the book a beauty. Ray Olson The creators of the hugely bestselling Sisters offer a survey and celebration of the complex bonds between mothers and daughters. Saline's terse descriptions of 37 mother/daughter pairs, drawing heavily on the women's own (sometimes very frank) words, are accompanied by Wohlmuth's sensitive, tightly cropped black-and- white photographs of the families in question. The relationships described here range widely, from the deeply loving and supportive to more troubled and uncertain connections: A mother and daughter from Bosnia reflect on the love that has helped preserve them; adopted daughters, and women raised by stepmothers, discuss the profound impact their mothers have had on their disrupted lives; a woman with a double mastectomy talks about the ways in which her small daughters have given her back her self-respect; a woman in her 60s describes what life is like caring for her bedridden mother. There are some famous figures here (Janet Leigh and Jamie Lee Curtis, Cindy Crawford, Margaret Atwood, Ruth Bader Ginsburg), but the most powerful and affecting stories are those told by less prominent figures--activists, reporters, businesswomen, farmers, and housewives. (First printing of 350,000; author tour) -- Copyright 1997, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. "Whenever I see someone on her birthday I make a point to ask her, 'Have you called your mom today and said thank you?'"--Jamie Lee Curtis When Carol Saline and Sharon J. Wohlmuth created Sisters in 1994, they took America by storm, captivating countless readers with their poignant exploration of sisterhood.In this beautiful new volume, they turn their empathy and perception to a territory perhaps even more intimate--the intense connection shared by mothers and daughters.The profoundly personal experiences of the women portrayed in these original essays and photographs illuminate a relationship that is awe-inspiring in its power and depth.Some of these women are well known: Cindy Crawford, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Margaret Atwood, and Jamie Lee Curtis all speak of their own relationships in these pages.There is also wisdom to be found in the words of a ninety-six-year-old great-grandmother with her nine daughters; a mother and daughter who have fled the war in Bosnia for an uncertain future in New York; and a woman who received a kidney transplant as a last gift from her dying mother.Whether the speakers are famous or not, their stories and portraits express universal feelings of tenderness, pride, and a love so fierce that it is sometimes painful.Mothers and Daughters is a stunning and evocative tribute to this unbreakable bond. Carol Saline is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker. Among her writing and community honors are two Clarion Awards from National Women in Communications, and the National Magazine Award. Her previous books include Straight Talk, Dr. Snow, and Sisters. A senior writer at Philadelphia Magazine and a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Syracuse University, she lives in Philadelphia. Sharon J. Wohlmuth is a prizewinning photojournalist and lecturer who for twenty years has covered national and international assignments for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Her photographs have won many awards, and she shares the Inquirer's Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the Three Mile Island nuclear accident. Her work has appeared in Life, Newsweek, and People magazines. Sisters was her first book. In this computer-generated portrait, Wohlmuth is surrounded by the images of her great-grandmother Ida, her grandmother Rose, and her mother Rebecca. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband Lawrence Teacher. Ada Balmaseda and her daughters, Elaine Alatriste and Liz BalmasedaAda, mamacita, rest a minute.Bastante with the rice and beans, the cooking, the cleaning and the cha-cha-cha.Put away that ticket for your favorite gambling-day cruise to the Bahamas.Listen while your daughters tell of a hardworking, joyous woman who, in her simple way, is the gravitational force that holds the family together.Can you do that, Ada?Or would it be impossible for you to take instead of give?Ada Balmaseda comes from a family which, in typical Cuban fashion, is dominated by women.My mother has five sisters and one brother, her eldest daughter, Liz, explains, and the women are almost Amazonian in their strength.If you are a Cuban mother, you want to have daughters, because the perception is that girls will take care of you when they grow up.Boys won't.Oh, for sure, Ada agrees.While she also has a son, she's quite open about her preference.For myself, I love the two girls.In Ada's vocabulary, the synonyms for love are protect and provide.It was hard when they were growing up, she remembers.Very hard.But there was nothing deprived about their life.Their house pulsated with bright colors and boisterous fun instigated by Ada, as she bustled around the kitchen, laughing, singing and swinging her hips as she stirred the pots.Mom is a real party animal, says Elaine, the younger daughter.She'd always be egging on the cousins to dress up like drag queens.She was a nightmare, Liz giggles.And although Ada couldn't help her girls with their homework because she never mastered English, she made sure they did it.And did it right!She scrupulously attended every open house at school and even volunteered as a teacher's assistant.Later, to scrape up money for their tuition at a private Catholic school, Ada bought a minibus and started a business driving other girls to school, along with her own.I didn't like them to walk, she says, ever practical.My mother was always persistent with us, Elaine says, making sure we were the best we could be.She never let us slack off.Whatever we wanted to do, she would find a way to open that door.She even made all our clothes.It was a ritual to go to the fabric store with her, pick the pattern, pick the material.We always had to be chaperoned at dances and she would volunteer. Nobody ever minded, because she was the most fun mom to take.She still is--only now she gets to go as a guest because Liz, a popular columnist for the Miami Herald, is on the A list for all kinds of celebrity bashes.I love to take Mom to parties, Liz says, because she has such a blast.She brings her camera and takes pictures of everybody.More than anything else, Liz rolls on, my mother has taught me to be honest and genuine.To be myself.The first time I went back to my hometown in Cuba and I saw this place with unpaved roads where bathing meant dipping in a fruit can filled with water, I understood this is who I am.This is where I come from.My mother embodies the Cuban heritage of that little town and the essence of being down-to-earth.She never pretends to be who she isn't.She once slapped Gloria Estefan's butt in my kitchen.'Ay! Ay! Gloria, you eat,' she hollered, and, bang, she smacked her butt like Gloria was one of the chicks she drove to school.Mom is my everyday reminder of how simple life is.Liz and Ada and Elaine talk to each other several times a day.Ada has never been much on discussing her feelings, and while growing up, the girls confided more in each other than in her.I was too busy in the kitchen to be their friend, Ada says.That's the one thing I would do different.Be more their friend.In her fifty-fourth year, Ada was diagnosed with breast cancer.It was the darkest day ever in my life, Liz says starkly.I thought cancer meant death. After the surgery she came to live with me for a while.The wound got infected.I would bathe her and everything.I was just numb.Yet Ada never lost her optimism.She put her faith in her doctors and simply believed she'd be cured.I had no education what cancer was, she says.I felt when they took off the bad breast, that was the end of it.The cancer was gone.I never thought it would continue.She drove herself to her radiation treatments and then went on to her job in a printing factory.I felt better doing that.I didn't want to go home to think, she says.By the time the treatments ended, she had returned to cruising to the Bahama casinos again and living like nothing had ever happened to her.If you talk to Ada today about cancer, she'll only tell you that she's too busy worrying about Elaine to think about herself.That's because five years after Ada's mastectomy, breast cancer revisited the family and struck Elaine.Ada feels it was her fault, that she somehow gave it to her.Elaine was thirty-two, married with two little girls, aged one and three.But when she became ill, it was obvious that she was still and forever her mother's child.We put our house up for rent and moved into an apartment in Mom's building. She took care of my kids and made all our meals.She still does.I was so sick from the chemo that I couldn't bring myself to open the refrigerator.I never thought twice about who would help me.I knew my mom would.She's my mom.And she was also my inspiration.Seeing her so well five years after her treatment gave me hope.If she could do it, I knew I could.Elaine holds an activist attitude that as long as she does everything medically necessary, she'll lick the cancer and be fine.She is pregnant again, awaiting the birth of a son.Yet in an all too familiar refrain she says, It's my mother I worry about.Every day I'm still helping her get through my ordeal. She's always in a panic worrying about me.In the last few years, we have developed so much in common.Sharing breast cancer and becoming a mother myself has helped me understand my mother a lot better.I'm living her life, caring for my children like she did for us.And it's a good life.I hope I can have as much fun at sixty as she does.It's funny.When she went through her cancer, I never thought of her dying. I knew she'd pull through.But when I got sick, I actually came to the realization that I wanted to go first.It would be much harder for me if she wasn't here.I don't know if I could survive without her.Liz feels pretty much the same way.My mom helped me survive my divorce, she insists.I was so afraid to tell my family.I was so sure I'd get the typical Cuban line, how the streets are hard; don't let him go.But my mother shocked me.She said, 'That s.o.b.You deserve better.You don't have to take his crap.'Both sisters admit that their mother still thinks they are her little girls.Sometimes that's completely comforting, Liz says.And sometimes it feels controlling, Elaine adds.When I was going through chemo and all my surgery I needed someone to control my life and I was glad Mom was there.Now she has a problem backing off, so I just blow up and tell her, and usually she listens.Still, of all the mothers I know, I wouldn't have traded this one for any of them.Nor would Liz.In 1993, when she won a Pulitzer Prize for her newspaper columns, the invitation to the awards luncheon in New York included one guest.There were only two people I could take: my mom or my then husband.And I said this honor is for me; it's not part of my marriage, and I want the memory to always be mine.In my heart the only honest thing was to take my mother because she'd be in my life forever.She won't fly, so we went by train from Miami, and it took forever.I wanted to make it a nice trip for her, so I got a suite at a lovely hotel and we stayed a week.I kept wanting to take her to Fifth Avenue to shop, and she only wanted to go to Chinatown and buy designer knockoffs.The luncheon was one of the greatest days of my life.There's my mom, a factory worker, sitting at this major table with all these glittery figures and she was so proud, even though she was embarrassed she didn't speak much English.It was right to have her with me.It wasn't just to say thank you. It was to acknowledge that I wouldn't have been there, I wouldn't have won a Pulitzer, if she hadn't put all that effort into me for all those years.Some might say the Balmasedas' relationship needs more air.They would argue that their closeness is the oxygen that sustains their lives.

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The sane society (Fawcett premier book)

"A distinguished contribution to a growing body of social psychological reflections on modern times. "-The Washington PostOne is fascinated page after page by the incisiveness of the analysis, the concreteness of the presentation, and the beauty of the style.Paul TillichA courageous book with a high moral objective...an unflinching indictment of contemporary society.Guide to Psychiatric and Psychological Literature --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition. Erich Fromm was a German-born U.S. psychoanalyst and social philosopher who explored the interaction between psychology and society. His works include The Art of Loving, Love, Sexuality, and Matriarchy, and Man for Himself. He died in 1980. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

The sane society (Fawcett premier book) "A distinguished contribution to a growing body of social psychological reflections on modern times. "-The Washington PostOne is fascinated page after page by the incisiveness of the analysis, the concreteness of the presentation, and the beauty of the style.Paul TillichA courageous book with a high moral objective...an unflinching indictment of contemporary society.Guide to Psychiatric and Psychological Literature --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition. Erich Fromm was a German-born U.S. psychoanalyst and social philosopher who explored the interaction between psychology and society. His works include The Art of Loving, Love, Sexuality, and Matriarchy, and Man for Himself. He died in 1980. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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indigo by Clarks Women's Lalita Flat One Band Sandal with Adjustabilty, Honey/ Marine, 8.5

Indigo by Clarks introduces a fresh new expression of comfort. All the comfort technology you would expect, along with a sense of fashion, detailing, and fun use of color.

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Summer Infant Bath Time Corner Organizer

Parents are always looking for a convenient and organized way of storing bath accessories and toys during and after bath time. The Summer Infant Bath Tub Corner Organizer neatly fits into the corner of your tub, suctions to the wall and accommodates all your child's toys. The mesh material let's toys drip dry without getting anything outside the tub wet

Summer Infant Bath Time Corner Organizer Parents are always looking for a convenient and organized way of storing bath accessories and toys during and after bath time. The Summer Infant Bath Tub Corner Organizer neatly fits into the corner of your tub, suctions to the wall and accommodates all your child's toys. The mesh material let's toys drip dry without getting anything outside the tub wet

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The principles of logic

Francis Herbert Bradley is the most widely read British idealist. William Moss is currently completing a PhD in the history of mathematics in Cape Town. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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Personals: Dreams and Nightmares from the Lives of Twenty Young Writers

Despite what one might surmise from the subtitle of Personals, it is not a collection of dreams and nightmares but of personal essays by 20 variously gifted young writers. Editor Thomas Beller's mandate to his contributors, most of whom are under 30, was to "find something that matters to you and write a story about it." Too many of these writers live in New York City and too many are annoyingly self-indulgent (and editorially indulged). But much of what they write about--desperately seeking to lose one's virginity, life during and after a heroin addiction, dating in the electronic age, dropping out of Wesleyan, the effects of a rootless childhood, straddling two cultures, working as an overeducated bagel-store employee--is interesting because of what it reveals about our times. And several of the essays--in particular Bliss Broyard's "My Father's Daughter"--are genuinely thoughtful and affecting. --Jane Steinberg There are more nightmares than dreams animating this rangy, rich collection of self-portraits by emerging writers mostly under 30. That isn't surprising, given the edgy realism that Beller (Seduction Theory) seems to prefer. In the introduction, he writes that, rather than imposing some single overarching theme or heavy-handed generalization on his peers, he simply asked each writer to "find something that matters to you and write a story about it." The results are uneven, but often trenchant. Set against backdrops as varied as old-money New York, the rural Midwest, Vietnam and Cambodia, the pieces are shot through with similar themes: relationships that crash and burn, unexpected pregnancies, addiction to drugs and other forms of self-destruction, lives in emotional and geographical transit. Some essays are clever and sharply told, such as Meghan Daum's story of a romantic fling that begins in cyberspace and turns crushingly banal in real life; Scott Heim's Midnight Cowboy-like odyssey from small-town Kansas to New York hustler bars; Daniel Pinchbeck's account of dropping out of Wesleyan?a kind of anti-liberal arts J'accuse; and Brady Udall's hilarious look at childhood fibs. Elsewhere, the burden of self-definition yields earnest mini-life summaries and the occasional cliche?phrases like "learning process" stand out like half-eaten Big Macs. If they are not consistently perceptive, these writers do manage to condense large, unresolved questions of identity, place and memory into engaging short takes, offering a coherent portrait of life after college and a roster of some writers to watch. Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. A hit-and-miss collection of essays by Gen X writers responding to Bellers (Seduction Theory, 1995) vague directive to find something that matters to you and write about it. Their concerns have little to do with the dreams or nightmares of the subtitle; hip cynicism and inchoate negativity about careers and relationships drive most of these edgy writings. Some are prickly, like Robert Binghams remedy for a collapsed life: Dont spend time mulling about your stupid little worthless misery; join an election campaign and let the ceremonial superficiality take your mind off your worries. Wondering what other neurotic Catholic sluts do in their down time, Caitlin OConnor Greevy goes from partying (including unprotected anal sex with an actor, God forbid) to a vow of abstinence. Relieved by a clean HIV test result, she resolves to find an employed male who is groomed. She gets pregnant, thoughand wonders how much she can get for the baby. In Window Shopping for a Life, Jennifer Farber measures her life and relationships against the thoroughbreds she finds in the New York Times wedding announcements. Kansan Scott Heim, weary of Wizard of Oz jokes, yearns for a bad, brutal Kansas beyond In Cold Blood. Hes nearly suffocated with jealousy when an old friend winds up in prison for shooting an elderly convenience-store clerk. Fascinated by the murders of six gay hustlers in Kansas City, Heim decides to try hustling, quitting only after a savage beating from a john. Bliss Broyards entry, My Fathers Daughter, is the best piece in the collection, sensitive and well written. She examines her relationship with her father, the late critic Anatole Broyard, by hanging out with some of his old pals, hoping to discover the man behind himself and his assessment of her. Though it lacks a thematic focus, theres enough kvetching here for two generations. (Author tour) -- Copyright 1998, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. Thomas Beller is the author of the short story collection Seduction Theory and editor of the Literary journal Open City. His personal essays have appeared in the New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, and Elle. He lives in New York City.

Personals: Dreams and Nightmares from the Lives of Twenty Young Writers Despite what one might surmise from the subtitle of Personals, it is not a collection of dreams and nightmares but of personal essays by 20 variously gifted young writers. Editor Thomas Beller's mandate to his contributors, most of whom are under 30, was to "find something that matters to you and write a story about it." Too many of these writers live in New York City and too many are annoyingly self-indulgent (and editorially indulged). But much of what they write about--desperately seeking to lose one's virginity, life during and after a heroin addiction, dating in the electronic age, dropping out of Wesleyan, the effects of a rootless childhood, straddling two cultures, working as an overeducated bagel-store employee--is interesting because of what it reveals about our times. And several of the essays--in particular Bliss Broyard's "My Father's Daughter"--are genuinely thoughtful and affecting. --Jane Steinberg There are more nightmares than dreams animating this rangy, rich collection of self-portraits by emerging writers mostly under 30. That isn't surprising, given the edgy realism that Beller (Seduction Theory) seems to prefer. In the introduction, he writes that, rather than imposing some single overarching theme or heavy-handed generalization on his peers, he simply asked each writer to "find something that matters to you and write a story about it." The results are uneven, but often trenchant. Set against backdrops as varied as old-money New York, the rural Midwest, Vietnam and Cambodia, the pieces are shot through with similar themes: relationships that crash and burn, unexpected pregnancies, addiction to drugs and other forms of self-destruction, lives in emotional and geographical transit. Some essays are clever and sharply told, such as Meghan Daum's story of a romantic fling that begins in cyberspace and turns crushingly banal in real life; Scott Heim's Midnight Cowboy-like odyssey from small-town Kansas to New York hustler bars; Daniel Pinchbeck's account of dropping out of Wesleyan?a kind of anti-liberal arts J'accuse; and Brady Udall's hilarious look at childhood fibs. Elsewhere, the burden of self-definition yields earnest mini-life summaries and the occasional cliche?phrases like "learning process" stand out like half-eaten Big Macs. If they are not consistently perceptive, these writers do manage to condense large, unresolved questions of identity, place and memory into engaging short takes, offering a coherent portrait of life after college and a roster of some writers to watch. Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. A hit-and-miss collection of essays by Gen X writers responding to Bellers (Seduction Theory, 1995) vague directive to find something that matters to you and write about it. Their concerns have little to do with the dreams or nightmares of the subtitle; hip cynicism and inchoate negativity about careers and relationships drive most of these edgy writings. Some are prickly, like Robert Binghams remedy for a collapsed life: Dont spend time mulling about your stupid little worthless misery; join an election campaign and let the ceremonial superficiality take your mind off your worries. Wondering what other neurotic Catholic sluts do in their down time, Caitlin OConnor Greevy goes from partying (including unprotected anal sex with an actor, God forbid) to a vow of abstinence. Relieved by a clean HIV test result, she resolves to find an employed male who is groomed. She gets pregnant, thoughand wonders how much she can get for the baby. In Window Shopping for a Life, Jennifer Farber measures her life and relationships against the thoroughbreds she finds in the New York Times wedding announcements. Kansan Scott Heim, weary of Wizard of Oz jokes, yearns for a bad, brutal Kansas beyond In Cold Blood. Hes nearly suffocated with jealousy when an old friend winds up in prison for shooting an elderly convenience-store clerk. Fascinated by the murders of six gay hustlers in Kansas City, Heim decides to try hustling, quitting only after a savage beating from a john. Bliss Broyards entry, My Fathers Daughter, is the best piece in the collection, sensitive and well written. She examines her relationship with her father, the late critic Anatole Broyard, by hanging out with some of his old pals, hoping to discover the man behind himself and his assessment of her. Though it lacks a thematic focus, theres enough kvetching here for two generations. (Author tour) -- Copyright 1998, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. Thomas Beller is the author of the short story collection Seduction Theory and editor of the Literary journal Open City. His personal essays have appeared in the New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, and Elle. He lives in New York City.

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BoxWave Kyocera Finecam SL300R miniSync Retractable Cable

An ultra-portable cable, the miniSync simultaneously charges and synchronizes your handheld, just like its cradle!

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Apples of Gold

Betty Huizenga began the Apples of Gold seminars in her home many years ago, and now other women are duplicating the seminars around the country. After her husband retired, Betty felt the Lord calling her to minister to younger women. Betty and her husband divide their time between Michigan and Florida.

Apples of Gold Betty Huizenga began the Apples of Gold seminars in her home many years ago, and now other women are duplicating the seminars around the country. After her husband retired, Betty felt the Lord calling her to minister to younger women. Betty and her husband divide their time between Michigan and Florida.

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The Self-hypnosis Diet: Use the Power of Your Mind to Reach Your Perfect Weight

Steven Gurgevich, Ph.D. is a health psychologist specializing in behavioral and mind-body medicine. He resides in Tucson, Arizona and teaches mind-body medicine to physicians at the University of Arizonas College of Medicine. The author explains that hypnosis works on the mental components of weight loss such as cravings, body image, and stress. It works as a self-management, self-programing tool that helps people adopt a refreshing and calming state of mind. Hypnosis also helps integrate our deeper selves with our conscious minds to create a powerhouse of focused and consistent weight-loss motivation. Dr. Gurgevich is an intuitive, inviting teacher who explains common hypnosis myths and frames it as a normal practice for accomplishing behavioral goals. The program offers seven guided trance sessions, including one for emergency food cravings. A marvelous addition to anyone's weight-loss toolbox. T.W. AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine-- Copyright AudioFile, Portland, Maine

The Self-hypnosis Diet: Use the Power of Your Mind to Reach Your Perfect Weight Steven Gurgevich, Ph.D. is a health psychologist specializing in behavioral and mind-body medicine. He resides in Tucson, Arizona and teaches mind-body medicine to physicians at the University of Arizonas College of Medicine. The author explains that hypnosis works on the mental components of weight loss such as cravings, body image, and stress. It works as a self-management, self-programing tool that helps people adopt a refreshing and calming state of mind. Hypnosis also helps integrate our deeper selves with our conscious minds to create a powerhouse of focused and consistent weight-loss motivation. Dr. Gurgevich is an intuitive, inviting teacher who explains common hypnosis myths and frames it as a normal practice for accomplishing behavioral goals. The program offers seven guided trance sessions, including one for emergency food cravings. A marvelous addition to anyone's weight-loss toolbox. T.W. AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine-- Copyright AudioFile, Portland, Maine

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Let's Go Costa Rica 2nd Edition

"For independent travelers on a budget, with an emphasis on whatever's hip, fun, or free."- Associated Press"Guides that penetrate the veneer of holiday brochures and mine the grit of real life."- The Economist

Let's Go Costa Rica 2nd Edition "For independent travelers on a budget, with an emphasis on whatever's hip, fun, or free."- Associated Press"Guides that penetrate the veneer of holiday brochures and mine the grit of real life."- The Economist

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Sterling Silver Green Agate Celtic Knot Iron Cross Pendant

Crafted of genuine sterling silver and marked 925.

Sterling Silver Green Agate Celtic Knot Iron Cross Pendant Crafted of genuine sterling silver and marked 925.

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Super Pet Flat Bac Water Bottle, Small Animal - 4 oz.

Flat-Bac 4 oz. Water Bottle is a premium quality bottle with a smooth flat surface that fits tightly against your pets cage. Snap Lock Bottle Bracket easily attaches to the cage and the contoured bottle snaps into a secure position.

Super Pet Flat Bac Water Bottle, Small Animal - 4 oz. Flat-Bac 4 oz. Water Bottle is a premium quality bottle with a smooth flat surface that fits tightly against your pets cage. Snap Lock Bottle Bracket easily attaches to the cage and the contoured bottle snaps into a secure position.

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Sams Teach Yourself FreeBSD in 24 Hours

Michael Urban is a biology student at the University of Minnesota where he plans to major in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior. He is involved in research projects with African lions and is also the Webmaster for the Lion Research Center. He has worked in numerous IT jobs including Web design and technical analysis. He has experience with various Unix operating systems including FreeBSD, Linux, and Solaris. Brian Tiemann has been a constant user of FreeBSD since his student days at Caltech, where he used it to build a movie fan Web site that has continued to grow and sustain more and more load until the present day. Born in Ukiah, California, He has remained in the state all his life; he currently lives in San Jose, works in the networking appliance field, and writes ceaseless commentary about Apple, Microsoft, and the technology field. Occasionally, but not often enough, he has time to enjoy motorcycling, travel, animation, and other such interests.

Sams Teach Yourself FreeBSD in 24 Hours Michael Urban is a biology student at the University of Minnesota where he plans to major in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior. He is involved in research projects with African lions and is also the Webmaster for the Lion Research Center. He has worked in numerous IT jobs including Web design and technical analysis. He has experience with various Unix operating systems including FreeBSD, Linux, and Solaris. Brian Tiemann has been a constant user of FreeBSD since his student days at Caltech, where he used it to build a movie fan Web site that has continued to grow and sustain more and more load until the present day. Born in Ukiah, California, He has remained in the state all his life; he currently lives in San Jose, works in the networking appliance field, and writes ceaseless commentary about Apple, Microsoft, and the technology field. Occasionally, but not often enough, he has time to enjoy motorcycling, travel, animation, and other such interests.

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1986 Honda VF 700 C V45 Magna Fuel Petcock Shut Off Valve

1986 Honda VF 700 C V45 Magna Fuel Petcock Shut Off ValveThe Petcock is a fuel shut off valve that operates either manually, via vacuum, or a combination of both. The Condition of this part is Used. A used Petcock will be complete, fully functional, and will not leak. Prior to installing a used Petcock, it is important that you allow the petcock to sit immersed in fuel or light oil for 24 hours before turning the knob. This will allow the internal seals to swell and become lubricated again, preventing damage.Click here to see other parts for your motorcycle

1986 Honda VF 700 C V45 Magna Fuel Petcock Shut Off Valve 1986 Honda VF 700 C V45 Magna Fuel Petcock Shut Off ValveThe Petcock is a fuel shut off valve that operates either manually, via vacuum, or a combination of both. The Condition of this part is Used. A used Petcock will be complete, fully functional, and will not leak. Prior to installing a used Petcock, it is important that you allow the petcock to sit immersed in fuel or light oil for 24 hours before turning the knob. This will allow the internal seals to swell and become lubricated again, preventing damage.Click here to see other parts for your motorcycle

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Healthy Times Honeysuckle Baby Bath

We gather the finest flowers from nature, combine them in a rare blend of delicate botanicals with vitamins E and A to create the purest, mildest hair care and skin care products in a package you wont be able resist!

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One Shining Season

In a century and a half of baseball history, many journeyman players have enjoyed a single season--or a partial season--of greatness. Fedo ( The Man from Lake Wobegon ) focuses here on 11 men who achieved just such success from 1945 to 1970. Among them are: pitcher Ned Garver, who garnered 20 of the St. Louis Browns' lowly total of 54 victories in 1951; and Bob Hazle, who joined the Milwaukee Braves late in the 1957 season and helped them win the pennant by hitting over .400 for two months. Others include Willard Marshall of the New York Giants, Walt Dropo of the Boston Red Sox, and Wes Parker of the Los Angeles Dodgers (probably the most complex and unusual of the interviewees). As might be anticipated, none of the former players can explain how he came by short-term brilliance, nor how he lost it--but the concept of the book is nonetheless intriguing. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. How can a ballplayer do everything right in one single season during an otherwise undistinguished career? Fedo, biographer of Garrison Keillor ( The Man from Lake Wobegon, LJ 1/88), interviews 11 ex-big leaguers to learn how they managed to put together one outstanding year. Somewhat like Lee Heiman's When the Cheering Stopped ( LJ 2/1/90), which also profiled "Hurricane" Hazle, this may appeal to nostalgia-seeking readers. For large sports collections.Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

One Shining Season In a century and a half of baseball history, many journeyman players have enjoyed a single season--or a partial season--of greatness. Fedo ( The Man from Lake Wobegon ) focuses here on 11 men who achieved just such success from 1945 to 1970. Among them are: pitcher Ned Garver, who garnered 20 of the St. Louis Browns' lowly total of 54 victories in 1951; and Bob Hazle, who joined the Milwaukee Braves late in the 1957 season and helped them win the pennant by hitting over .400 for two months. Others include Willard Marshall of the New York Giants, Walt Dropo of the Boston Red Sox, and Wes Parker of the Los Angeles Dodgers (probably the most complex and unusual of the interviewees). As might be anticipated, none of the former players can explain how he came by short-term brilliance, nor how he lost it--but the concept of the book is nonetheless intriguing. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. How can a ballplayer do everything right in one single season during an otherwise undistinguished career? Fedo, biographer of Garrison Keillor ( The Man from Lake Wobegon, LJ 1/88), interviews 11 ex-big leaguers to learn how they managed to put together one outstanding year. Somewhat like Lee Heiman's When the Cheering Stopped ( LJ 2/1/90), which also profiled "Hurricane" Hazle, this may appeal to nostalgia-seeking readers. For large sports collections.Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Amazon.com: Intimo Men's Classic Silk Knit Thong, Navy, Medium: Clothing

This ultra-light and elastic men's Silk Knit thong is cool all weather comfort with the freedom that only a thong can offer. This elegant thong is crafted from pure, knitted silk with a gentle stretch that hugs your body.

Amazon.com: Intimo Men's Classic Silk Knit Thong, Navy, Medium: Clothing This ultra-light and elastic men's Silk Knit thong is cool all weather comfort with the freedom that only a thong can offer. This elegant thong is crafted from pure, knitted silk with a gentle stretch that hugs your body.

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Live From Austin Texas (Dig)

While much of Willie Nelson's band and setlist have changed so little over the decades that some find his performances as predictable (and perhaps as comforting) as a religious ritual, this 1990 taping from Austin City Limits (also available on DVD) offers a few surprises. The revival of the vintage "Bloody Mary Morning" turns into an extended interplay between Nelson's guitar and Mickey Raphael's harmonica, suggesting that Nelson and Family were the quintessential jam band long before that term was in vogue, while the conversational phrasing he brings to Kris Kristofferson's "Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I'll Ever Do Again)" shows the spirit of a jazz singer. Of the newer material, "Still Is Still Moving to Me" is pure Texas Zen. Only the closing duet with Shelby Lynne on "Milk Cow Blues" misfires, as she takes a brassy turn on a verse from James Taylor's "Steamroller Blues," her overkill at odds with Nelson's characteristic understatement. He plainly feels at home within the studio of Austin City Limits (a series he helped launch), where the close confines accentuate the musical intimacy. --Don McLeese The Critically acclaimed series Live From Austin, Texas is back with two more incredible performances on CD and three on DVD from the vaults of award winning TV show Austin City Limits. The legendary Willie Nelson sounds fantastic in his 1990 ACL performance which includes a couple of duets with Shelby Lynn. The Sir Douglas Quintet rocks the ACL audience in 1981 performing classics like She's about a Mover and 96 Tears Renowned country songwriter Billy Joe Shaver takes the ACL stage in 1984 with his magical songs. 1991.

Live From Austin Texas (Dig) While much of Willie Nelson's band and setlist have changed so little over the decades that some find his performances as predictable (and perhaps as comforting) as a religious ritual, this 1990 taping from Austin City Limits (also available on DVD) offers a few surprises. The revival of the vintage "Bloody Mary Morning" turns into an extended interplay between Nelson's guitar and Mickey Raphael's harmonica, suggesting that Nelson and Family were the quintessential jam band long before that term was in vogue, while the conversational phrasing he brings to Kris Kristofferson's "Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I'll Ever Do Again)" shows the spirit of a jazz singer. Of the newer material, "Still Is Still Moving to Me" is pure Texas Zen. Only the closing duet with Shelby Lynne on "Milk Cow Blues" misfires, as she takes a brassy turn on a verse from James Taylor's "Steamroller Blues," her overkill at odds with Nelson's characteristic understatement. He plainly feels at home within the studio of Austin City Limits (a series he helped launch), where the close confines accentuate the musical intimacy. --Don McLeese The Critically acclaimed series Live From Austin, Texas is back with two more incredible performances on CD and three on DVD from the vaults of award winning TV show Austin City Limits. The legendary Willie Nelson sounds fantastic in his 1990 ACL performance which includes a couple of duets with Shelby Lynn. The Sir Douglas Quintet rocks the ACL audience in 1981 performing classics like She's about a Mover and 96 Tears Renowned country songwriter Billy Joe Shaver takes the ACL stage in 1984 with his magical songs. 1991.

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Unreal Championship 2 The Liandri Conflict

After the incredible success of the original, fast-paced sci-fi shooter, Unreal Championship, Xbox gamers have eagerly anticipated the sequel. The wait is over; Unreal Championship 2: The Liandri Conflict continues the franchise and introduces an evolutionary new gameplay style to the traditional first-person shooter genre: acrobatic melee combat. The new, bone-crunching fighting style of Unreal 2 seamlessly melds hand-to-hand combat with Unreal's trademark frenetic shooter action. You can take on any one of the 14 characters, each with spectacular new adrenaline powers that give you new offensive and defensive combos. Your heart will race, and you'll be stunned with your character's unprecedented mobility as you fight your way to victory. Combat is blasted into a different dimension with the new third-person navigation, making it easier to pull off incredible, acrobatic combination attacks. Each level is designed to allow you to maximize moves and take combat into the stratosphere with high-flying vertical action -- something never seen before in an action shooter. You can experience all the thrills of combat with the variety of skilled characters, and you can even take on the role of the heroic Anubis as he fights to reclaim his people's Rite of Ascension from the omnipotent Liandri Corporation. With unparalleled multi-player action, the Unreal 2 Championship experience is optimized for Xbox Live. Just flip the switch and get online for Unreal 2 Championship combat against the toughest live adversaries from around the world. Plus, with the system link, Unreal 2 has the ability to link multiple Xbox consoles for closed circuit, multi-player LAN battles. In Unreal 2, the action is where it's at. With the new adrenaline power moves, fast-paced combos and blocks, and intense Xbox live-action combat, this highly anticipated sequel delivers exciting gameplay and challenging battles. Unreal Championship 2: The Liandri Conflict continues the Unreal franchise on the Xbox and introduces an evolutionary new gameplay style to the traditional FPS genre: acrobatic melee combat. This highly anticipated sequel also features new single-player and multiplayer gameplay person camera mode and intense melee abilities. Unreal Championship fans can play as any one of 14 characters from the Unreal universe each with spectacular new Adrenaline Powers that enable new offensive and defensive combos.Format: XBOX Genre:ACTION/ADVENTURE Rating:M - Mature UPC:031719300778 Manufacturer No:30077

Unreal Championship 2 The Liandri Conflict After the incredible success of the original, fast-paced sci-fi shooter, Unreal Championship, Xbox gamers have eagerly anticipated the sequel. The wait is over; Unreal Championship 2: The Liandri Conflict continues the franchise and introduces an evolutionary new gameplay style to the traditional first-person shooter genre: acrobatic melee combat. The new, bone-crunching fighting style of Unreal 2 seamlessly melds hand-to-hand combat with Unreal's trademark frenetic shooter action. You can take on any one of the 14 characters, each with spectacular new adrenaline powers that give you new offensive and defensive combos. Your heart will race, and you'll be stunned with your character's unprecedented mobility as you fight your way to victory. Combat is blasted into a different dimension with the new third-person navigation, making it easier to pull off incredible, acrobatic combination attacks. Each level is designed to allow you to maximize moves and take combat into the stratosphere with high-flying vertical action -- something never seen before in an action shooter. You can experience all the thrills of combat with the variety of skilled characters, and you can even take on the role of the heroic Anubis as he fights to reclaim his people's Rite of Ascension from the omnipotent Liandri Corporation. With unparalleled multi-player action, the Unreal 2 Championship experience is optimized for Xbox Live. Just flip the switch and get online for Unreal 2 Championship combat against the toughest live adversaries from around the world. Plus, with the system link, Unreal 2 has the ability to link multiple Xbox consoles for closed circuit, multi-player LAN battles. In Unreal 2, the action is where it's at. With the new adrenaline power moves, fast-paced combos and blocks, and intense Xbox live-action combat, this highly anticipated sequel delivers exciting gameplay and challenging battles. Unreal Championship 2: The Liandri Conflict continues the Unreal franchise on the Xbox and introduces an evolutionary new gameplay style to the traditional FPS genre: acrobatic melee combat. This highly anticipated sequel also features new single-player and multiplayer gameplay person camera mode and intense melee abilities. Unreal Championship fans can play as any one of 14 characters from the Unreal universe each with spectacular new Adrenaline Powers that enable new offensive and defensive combos.Format: XBOX Genre:ACTION/ADVENTURE Rating:M - Mature UPC:031719300778 Manufacturer No:30077

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The Birth of The Constitution:This is America Charlie Brown [VHS] (1988)

Join the Peanuts gang when they help the Founding Fathers compose The Constitution.

The Birth of The Constitution:This is America Charlie Brown [VHS] (1988) Join the Peanuts gang when they help the Founding Fathers compose The Constitution.

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Twin Tracks : The Unexpected Origins of the Modern World

James Burke, author and public television star, returns with another quirky look at the way history works. In Twin Tracks, Burke connects "trigger events" with unexpected outcomes. For instance, the invention of the lens-grinding lathe leads to hairdressing, and the debut of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro connects to development of the stealth fighter jet. These events are tied together via two tracks, one written along the book's left-hand pages, and one along the right. The narratives meet up in the end, giving readers a clear idea that the lines of history can be quite subjective. Some of the examples even run backward, as when Burke explains the connections between smallpox and the Big Bang. While Burke is justifiably famous for linking historical events, the paths he takes, especially those involving lots of unfamiliar names, can be tricky to follow: In 1710 the art collection was sold to Philip, regent of France, in a deal brokered by Benedetto Luti, the best painter in Rome at the time.... That year Luti took on an assistant.... By 1714 William Kent was painting originals.... His patron in all this was the trillionaire Earl of Burlington. The best way to read Twin Tracks, as with any of Burke's lovely books, is one chapter at a time, taking thinking breaks in between so as not to become overwhelmed by detail. The networks he describes form a more accurate, if more challenging, picture of history's motion than any linear sequence. --Therese Littleton --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Burke is back with another volume of the surprising and frequently serendipitous connections among the seemingly unconnected people, events and discoveries that have shaped our modern world. His work, which by this point comprises a genre in itself (including such titles as The Knowledge Web and The Pinball Effect), meanders through the history of science, medicine and technology, playing an intellectual history version of Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon. His motto: "Everything is connected." As in earlier books, Burke tweaks the form a bit, this time offering 25 pairs of parallel narratives; each pair starts with one "trigger event," then they diverge and reconverge at the end (hence the book's title). Want to know how the Boston Tea Party led to the development of contact lenses, or The Marriage of Figaro to the F-117A stealth fighter? Burke can tell you, following two simultaneous threads that careen off in wildly different directions from the "trigger event," then create the conditions for the end result. One could complain that his connections are sometimes tenuous at best, more synchronicity than cause-and-effect, but that would miss the point-the real fun is in Burke's dry wit and his sheer exuberance as he takes us through centuries of history in mere pages, only to pick a new starting point and do it all over again. B illus.Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Burke's book requires physical effort from the reader, and this inventive impresario of science history warns that peeking ahead spoils the fun. But later about that: first, the substance here is Burke's forte, showing the connections that come together in a particular technology. One reason for Burke's popularity is his irreverent snarkiness, for the characters in these two-dozen stories are invariably "nerds" and "freaks." Plus, everybody seems to be in a tizzy about some device, poem, or courtesan while en route in Burke's tales from, for example, the opening night of The Marriage of Figaro to the stealth fighter. To structure his trips, such as the one from Mozart to the F-117, Burke seizes on two individuals connected to an event or place and divides their stories into two distinct narratives. You're to read "Track One" on the left-hand pages, then flip back for "Track Two" on the right-hand ones. The author then springs his surprise--the contraption that unites the two tracks. Burke is as quirky and entertaining as ever. Gilbert TaylorCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. "James Burke is a favorite author of mine." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. James Burke is the author of several bestselling books, including Circles, American Connections, and The Knowledge Web. He is a monthly columnist at Scientific American and also serves as director, writer, and host of the television series Connections 3 on The Learning Channel. He is the founder of the James Burke Institute for Innovation in Education, whose flagship project, the Knowledge Web, an interactive website, was recently launched. He lives in London. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Chapter One: 1804: Attack on Tripoli to Fish Sticks The first time the United States directly attacked Tripoli was at 9:47 P.M. on September 4, 1804. Under the watchful eye of the USS Constitution, the fireship USS Intrepid, packed with gunpowder and shells, sneaked into Tripoli harbor and blew itself up. This incursion was in response to four years of attacks by Tripoli pirates on American Mediterranean shipping, with the loss of one American ship and her three-hundred-person crew, at the time of the attack languishing in Tripoli jails (and, soon after, released). Track One The man controlling events that night, and in overall command (of the Constitution, three schooners, and eight other ships: a total of 156 guns and 1,060 sailors), was the bad-tempered Commodore Edward Preble, a veteran of the War of Independence. Preble had been ordered to make his base at Valetta on the island of Malta but, for various reasons, preferred Syracuse on the island of Sicily. Malta was British at the time, which might have had something to do with Preble's Sicily decision. At one point, Preble and his fellow officers dined with a visiting (and rather inquisitive) Brit, who, unknown to Preble, was working as spy and dispatch-writer for the Governor of Malta, Alexander Ball; Ball, a naval officer (and friend of Nelson), was an old hand at running ships and islands but less good at prose. The scribbler in question had left England for Malta for reasons of health and was, by this time, trying (and failing) to kick his opium habit, while continuing to pen the stuff that would make him one of the most famous of all Romantic poets: Samuel Taylor Coleridge. In 1805 -- having failed to give up drugs and yearning for the drizzle -- Coleridge left Malta for London, via Rome, where he heard the news that Napoleon had him marked for assassination because of some earlier article he'd written in the Morning Post. The purveyor of this tidbit was the Prussian representative to the Vatican, Wilhelm von Humboldt. By this point Wilhelm was a well-known esthete with some major literary criticism work behind him. He would also go on to become a lead player in comparative linguistics and fail to complete a great work on some obscure Javanese dialect. Prussian liberals like Wilhelm helped bring about teacher-training reforms and the establishment of a university in Berlin. They also talked a lot (cautiously) about civil rights and how the powers of the state should be limited. Most of this spirited chatter went on at the Berlin elite-meet salon (where Wilhelm dropped in from time to time) run by the extraordinary Rahel Varnhagen von Ense (ne Levin), upwardly mobile daughter of a rich businessman. To her contemporaries, von Ense was the most cultured woman in Europe (only Mme de Stal might have disagreed). For a few years at the beginning of the century, von Ense organized gatherings that attracted princes, commoners, composers (Mendelssohn), thinkers (Goethe), poets (Heine), Jews and Christians, Germans and foreigners. You were welcome if you had a point of view, a witty tongue, or intellectually demanding matters to reveal. As was the case with the Reverend Friedrich Schleiermacher, a salon regular and local preacher. Schleiermacher was to religion what the Romantics were to the arts: a reaction to the rational excesses of the Enlightenment. He held that belief wasn't something to be objectively analyzed and dissected. Au contraire. It was a "mystical," utterly "subjective" experience that left the believer with a "feeling" of "absolute dependence." It was only though this immersion in the "sensation" of belief that one came to God. (If you read only what was in quotation marks, you've read key words from the Romantic Movement manifesto.) In 1824 one of Schleiermacher's minor pieces (on the Gospel of St. Luke) was translated into English, and so impressed the ecclesiastical powers-that-were that it achieved for the translator the prestige job of bishop of St. David's in Wales. The high-flyer in question rejoiced in the anagram-fodder name of Connop Thirlwall. Began as a priest, then became a lawyer, then a classics don at Cambridge -- where he made waves by saying that low-church Protestants should be let into the Church of England -- was fired, became vicar of a church in bucolic nowhere, then finished his multivolume History of Greece, and was elevated to the episcopacy. Thirlwall's History was published by the then-famous Dionysius Lardner. Regarded as a major science popularizer (or charlatan, depending on who was regarding), Lardner forecast the link to India through the Red Sea long before the Suez Canal, and lobbied for transatlantic steamships when people thought the idea of dropping sail was crazy. It was during his early years as professor of natural philosophy and astronomy at London University that he began his great Cabinet Cyclopedia (133 volumes, edited over twenty years -- the Encarta of its day). Contributors were legendary, including Charles Macintosh, Sir Walter Scott, Sismondi, and Herschel. Lardner also included a young writer trying to make money to support her child after her husband had been drowned in a sailing accident in Italy in 1822. Mary Shelley -- author of Frankenstein, pal of Byron, daughter of feminist Mary Wollstonecraft, fancied by French novelist-antiquarian Prosper Mrime, grieving and beautiful widow of tragic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley -- was everything a Romantic was supposed to be. In her later years she scraped a living from writings, which included the piece for Lardner on Italian literature. Mary dedicated her last effort (Rambles in Germany and Italy, 1844) to a longtime friend, one of those poets who sink almost without trace. Ever heard of Samuel Rogers's "The Pleasures of Memory," 1792? What Rogers lacked in talent he made up for in generosity. Having inherited a fortune at a young age, he proceeded (via a large and expensively decorated London house) to entertain anybody who wrote better poetry than he did. This had to be a great many and included Byron, Shelley, Wordsworth, and Sheridan. All his life, Rogers continued to churn out poetry so bad that only he would publish it. Nonetheless, he must have impressed a senior bureaucrat because when Wordsworth died in 1850, Rogers was offered the poet laureateship. He declined the honor, so they gave it to somebody named Tennyson, by this time pulling out of a struggle with booze and with some very respectable work behind him. Tennyson was the Victorian poet par excellence, all gloom and saccharine. Apart from one foot wrong -- written during the Crimean War ("The Charge of the Light Brigade" hinted at such incompetence in the army that it outraged every right-thinking harrumph) -- Tennyson could do no wrong, especially after Queen Victoria gave him the ultimate nod. Throughout his writing career, Tennyson returned again and again to his love of the medieval and in particular King Arthur, with highly polished stuff like "Morte d'Arthur" and "The Lady of Shalott." Tennyson's knights-of-old flimflam fired the callow imaginations of every undergraduate, particularly those of William Morris and his pals Burne-Jones and Rossetti, who took medievalry further over the top, inventing the Pre-Raphaelite school of painting, and cutesy pseudo-fourteenth-century Arts and Crafts wooden furniture and flowered wallpaper that gave you eyestrain. All of which made them a fortune when it hit late Industrial Revolution consumers beginning to yearn for the imagined simplicity and tranquillity of a recently bygone age of prefactory country pleasures. This attempt to return to the purer life, of a time before the downtrodden proletariat existed, sprang from Morris's dyed-in-the-wool socialism. This he shared with George Bernard Shaw, a down-at-heel, frayed-cuff, would-be journalist, who joined Morris's Socialist League in 1888. In 1893 Shaw caused a furor with his first (censored) play, about a prostitute. Pungent on-stage social comment followed in the shape of boffo successes like: The Devil's Disciple, Major Barbara, Pygmalion (in a later existence, My Fair Lady), and Arms and the Man. By the time he died at ninety, Shaw was considered the world's greatest living dramatist. Shaw socked it to all forms of what he considered humbug. Back in 1875 he wiped the floor with the visiting (and renowned) American evangelist Dwight Moody, after attending one of Moody's music-and-prayer revivalist meetings. Moody, who'd started life as a boot salesman, set the mold for revivalists thereafter: rugged physique, dark suit, homespun philosophy, plain ungrammatical language, and the message that God loved you no matter what. This approach went over very big with a medical student, Wilfred Grenfell, who went on to became a medical missionary to deep-sea sailors. In 1892 he visited Labrador and was so shocked by the poverty that he stayed longer and set up the Labrador Mission. When he quit, forty years later, the Mission consisted, among other things, of six hospitals, seven nursing stations, four schools, a lumber-mill cooperative, clothing distributors, and four hospital ships. In 1912 one of the temporary hospital-ship staff was a young man who had previously worked in the Labrador fur trade. He noticed that on days when the temperature was fifty below, whenever the local natives pulled fish out of the water, the catch instantly froze. And months later, when they thawed the fish out, he noticed that some of them showed signs of life. He tried the same trick on meat and veggies. All of which retained their taste and consistency if they were quick-frozen while still fresh. Could it be made to work on an industrial scale? Back in the States, by 1925 the young man was selling instantly frozen haddock fillets. After which, it was time for Clarence Birdseye to chill out and enjoy well-deserved fame and fortune. End Track One Track Two On board the USS Constitution that night was Lieutenant Isaac Chauncey, who did so well during the Tripoli war he ended up in charge of all naval forces on Lakes Ontario and Erie. Where, from 1813, he ran the first proper arms race in American history, launching ships as fast as he could build them so as to clobber the Brits, who were on the Canadian lakeshore launching ships as fast as they could build them. Before a full trial of strength could happen, the War of 1812 ended. Chauncey's boss was William Jones, who was then invited to become acting treasury secretary. A year later (1814), the new economics czar resigned because his personal finances were in total chaos and he was up to his ears in debt. So, naturally enough, when a decision was made to set up the Second Bank of the United States, Jones was the first choice to be its president. Things at the new bank went rapidly down the drain and included allegations of fraud on the part of Jones. First off, the bank had expanded with dangerous rapidity, and then gave customers such easy terms that everybody and his dog borrowed money and speculation became rife. A month later, when things started going wrong, the bank recalled every loan. Property values dropped fivefold in some places, and all over the nation thousands of individuals and small businesses went bankrupt. One such loser was would-be bird painter J. J. Audubon, whose Mississippi steamboat enterprise sank like a stone, taking with it the entire savings of a newly immigrant, newly wed couple named Mr. and Mrs. George Keats. Back in England, George's brother, poet John Keats (who'd lent them some of the money), went ballistic, vowing to clobber Audubon at first opportunity. Keats was the archetype of all Romantic poets: produced for only five intense years, was pale and wan, wrote about unrequited love and suicide and lovers' chopped-off heads, and caught the tuberculosis that killed him when still young. Quite apart from American money worries, Keats was always desperately short of cash. So when magazine proprietor and publisher John Taylor not only offered to print Keats's next epic offering, "Endymion," but also to come up with a healthy advance, Keats was as happy as a pig in manure. Taylor himself had, to this point, pursued an innocuous existence as a journalist, publisher, and writer on economic matters. Then in 1859, out of nowhere, came his The Great Pyramid: Why Was It Built? Taylor was convinced the Giza pyramid wasn't Egyptian at all, but had been designed by an Israelite (maybe even Noah himself) acting under divine orders. Furthermore, Taylor opined, the numbers relating to the pyramid's complex dimensions hid a secret, encoded message of universal importance, from you-know-who. This claptrap proved to be irresistible to Charles Piazzi Smyth, who was otherwise totally sane. Smyth was an astronomer, Royal Society fellow, and pal of serious stargazers like Herschel. Nonetheless, bitten by the pyramid bug, at the height of his career he went off to Giza, measured every inch of the pyramid, and in 1865 announced that the "secret code" explained everything in the Old Testament and foretold the Second Coming. As a result of which the Royal Society booted him out. But others took up the mystery. Was it a coincidence, they asked, that the pyramid "inch" was exactly the same as the Imperial British inch? This fatuous but "strangely convincing" load of hocus-pocus was given the coup de grce in 1880 by the down-and-dirty, in-the-trenches work of archeologist hardhead Flinders Petrie, whose dad had been a Pyramidology convert. Petrie's opinion on the matter was expressed in a paper written after exhaustive measure-and-dig efforts, and called for archaeology to be more brush-and-scrape routine and less now-it-can-be-revealed gobbledygook. His opinion of Pyramidology can be summed up in one word: "garbage." Petrie set the tone for all later excavation, as he went through sites in Egypt and Palestine like a hot knife through butter (cut a trench, look at the layers, reveal the historical sequence). He was able to do this in Palestine, thanks to the energetic Palestine Exploration Fund money-raising capabilities of a great Victorian amateur, George Grove. Grove began as an engineer, working for the likes of shipbuilder Robert Napier and bridge builder Robert Stephenson, then graduated to secretary of the Society of Arts, music criticism and analysis, friendship with the musical greats, first director of the Royal College of Music, and finally, editor of the Dictionary of Music that now bears his name (and saves all of us long research hours in the library). In 1915 Grove's granddaughter Stella proposed to Peter Eckersley, and they were married. Two years later, Peter joined the Royal Flying Corps as a wireless equipment officer. In 1922 he was working for the radio equipment company (founded by Marconi) to be given the first license for regular radio broadcasts, which Eckersley organized (and took part in as actor, announcer, stage manager, and engineer). For half an hour every Tuesday, his team filled the airwaves for those very few able to hear them. A year later, the monopolistic never-consult-the-listener British Broadcasting Corporation was founded, and Eckersley became chief engineer. His sidekick (assistant engineer) was Noel Ashbridge, who later rose to a position in which he made the crucial decision about which system ought to be chosen for the BBC's first TV broadcasts. He chose the twenty-five-frames-per-second, major-user-of-bandwidth, 405-line-scan approach pioneered by an extraordinary Russian immigrant named Isaac Schoenberg. The result, in London on November 2, 1936, was the world's first high-definition TV broadcast. Plaudits all round, and eventually (in the case of Schoenberg and Ashbridge) ennoblement as Sirs. Not so Eckersley, who was involved in a divorce and a whiff of scandal unacceptable to Auntie Beeb. Eckersley actually resigned (these were the days when standards were high and radio announcers wore evening dress). Schoenberg had earlier set up the first radio stations in Russia, before leaving in 1914 for pastures Western and more democratic. Apart from Schoenberg's success with TV, he made another right move in 1929 when he hired a young engineer, Alan Blumlein, to develop a system which would save Schoenberg (and the Beeb) from having to pay through the nose for American sound-recording equipment royalties. Blumlein produced the required system, and then in 1931 filed the patent for a technique that would generate the kind of sound to be enjoyed when the listener was using more than one ear. In 1934 Blumlein recorded Beecham conducting Mozart, with a recording stylus vibrating in two directions (in response to two incoming signals): one vertical and the other (in the same groove) lateral. We call what Blumlein made possible "stereo." Stereo first hit the general public in 1940 with Walt Disney's Fantasia, recorded in stereo by the Philadelphia Orchestra and conducted by Leopold Stokowski, who believed Hollywood could bring good music to the masses. Initially, he was wrong. It would take until 1960 for the mix of Mickey Mouse and the music of Bach, Tchaikovsky, Dukas, Stravinsky, Beethoven, Ponchielli, Mussorgsky, and Schubert to become a cult hit. In the end, Stokowski's innovative approach (free breathing for the wind and free bowing for the strings, which produced the rich "Stokowski sound") and his penchant toward modern composers like Berg, Schoenberg, and such, made the Philadelphia old fogies see red, and Stokowski left for a flamboyant superstar life that included marriage to a Vanderbilt. One of his pals was perhaps unexpected for someone so extravagant. Irving Langmuir was a self-effacing chemist (Nobel, 1932) whose research ran the gamut from ice crystals in clouds and floating seaweed orientation to smoke screens and (his main obsession) molecular and atomic structures. This included some original thinking about valence and bonding (the way in which atoms could share electrons). Langmuir's results encouraged chemists to approach the whole matter of how molecules happened in ways that turned out to have some interesting potential. At least it did for Thomas Midgley, working for a lab in Dayton, Ohio, and asked by his boss to solve the problem of knock (incomplete combustion in the cylinder, and no good for cars or drivers). Taking Langmuir's how-molecules-come-together approach to the elements, Midgley went through every single one of them, looking for molecular arrangement that might do what was needed. Six years of minutiae later, in 1921 he found it: tetraethyl lead (the additive that gave gasoline the name "leaded"). Encouraged by this discovery, Midgley's boss then asked for a nontoxic, nonflammable refrigerant (those available at the time tended to leak and kill owners as they slept). When Midgley had it (this time it took him only three days), at the American Chemical Society meeting in 1930 he inhaled a lungful (to show it was nontoxic) and blew out a candle when he exhaled (to show it was nonflammable). The new wonder product became known as Freon. Ironic that decades later Midgley's wonder chemicals should turn out to be bad for the individual (lead poisoning) and bad for the planet (ozone hole). End Track Two And Finally... Thus it was that when Clarence Birdseye's early fresh-frozen fillets were coming off his superchilled production line, Midgley's Freon-filled refrigerators were there to store them in. Fish sticks were here to stay. Copyright 2003 by London Writers --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Twin Tracks : The Unexpected Origins of the Modern World James Burke, author and public television star, returns with another quirky look at the way history works. In Twin Tracks, Burke connects "trigger events" with unexpected outcomes. For instance, the invention of the lens-grinding lathe leads to hairdressing, and the debut of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro connects to development of the stealth fighter jet. These events are tied together via two tracks, one written along the book's left-hand pages, and one along the right. The narratives meet up in the end, giving readers a clear idea that the lines of history can be quite subjective. Some of the examples even run backward, as when Burke explains the connections between smallpox and the Big Bang. While Burke is justifiably famous for linking historical events, the paths he takes, especially those involving lots of unfamiliar names, can be tricky to follow: In 1710 the art collection was sold to Philip, regent of France, in a deal brokered by Benedetto Luti, the best painter in Rome at the time.... That year Luti took on an assistant.... By 1714 William Kent was painting originals.... His patron in all this was the trillionaire Earl of Burlington. The best way to read Twin Tracks, as with any of Burke's lovely books, is one chapter at a time, taking thinking breaks in between so as not to become overwhelmed by detail. The networks he describes form a more accurate, if more challenging, picture of history's motion than any linear sequence. --Therese Littleton --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Burke is back with another volume of the surprising and frequently serendipitous connections among the seemingly unconnected people, events and discoveries that have shaped our modern world. His work, which by this point comprises a genre in itself (including such titles as The Knowledge Web and The Pinball Effect), meanders through the history of science, medicine and technology, playing an intellectual history version of Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon. His motto: "Everything is connected." As in earlier books, Burke tweaks the form a bit, this time offering 25 pairs of parallel narratives; each pair starts with one "trigger event," then they diverge and reconverge at the end (hence the book's title). Want to know how the Boston Tea Party led to the development of contact lenses, or The Marriage of Figaro to the F-117A stealth fighter? Burke can tell you, following two simultaneous threads that careen off in wildly different directions from the "trigger event," then create the conditions for the end result. One could complain that his connections are sometimes tenuous at best, more synchronicity than cause-and-effect, but that would miss the point-the real fun is in Burke's dry wit and his sheer exuberance as he takes us through centuries of history in mere pages, only to pick a new starting point and do it all over again. B illus.Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Burke's book requires physical effort from the reader, and this inventive impresario of science history warns that peeking ahead spoils the fun. But later about that: first, the substance here is Burke's forte, showing the connections that come together in a particular technology. One reason for Burke's popularity is his irreverent snarkiness, for the characters in these two-dozen stories are invariably "nerds" and "freaks." Plus, everybody seems to be in a tizzy about some device, poem, or courtesan while en route in Burke's tales from, for example, the opening night of The Marriage of Figaro to the stealth fighter. To structure his trips, such as the one from Mozart to the F-117, Burke seizes on two individuals connected to an event or place and divides their stories into two distinct narratives. You're to read "Track One" on the left-hand pages, then flip back for "Track Two" on the right-hand ones. The author then springs his surprise--the contraption that unites the two tracks. Burke is as quirky and entertaining as ever. Gilbert TaylorCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. "James Burke is a favorite author of mine." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. James Burke is the author of several bestselling books, including Circles, American Connections, and The Knowledge Web. He is a monthly columnist at Scientific American and also serves as director, writer, and host of the television series Connections 3 on The Learning Channel. He is the founder of the James Burke Institute for Innovation in Education, whose flagship project, the Knowledge Web, an interactive website, was recently launched. He lives in London. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Chapter One: 1804: Attack on Tripoli to Fish Sticks The first time the United States directly attacked Tripoli was at 9:47 P.M. on September 4, 1804. Under the watchful eye of the USS Constitution, the fireship USS Intrepid, packed with gunpowder and shells, sneaked into Tripoli harbor and blew itself up. This incursion was in response to four years of attacks by Tripoli pirates on American Mediterranean shipping, with the loss of one American ship and her three-hundred-person crew, at the time of the attack languishing in Tripoli jails (and, soon after, released). Track One The man controlling events that night, and in overall command (of the Constitution, three schooners, and eight other ships: a total of 156 guns and 1,060 sailors), was the bad-tempered Commodore Edward Preble, a veteran of the War of Independence. Preble had been ordered to make his base at Valetta on the island of Malta but, for various reasons, preferred Syracuse on the island of Sicily. Malta was British at the time, which might have had something to do with Preble's Sicily decision. At one point, Preble and his fellow officers dined with a visiting (and rather inquisitive) Brit, who, unknown to Preble, was working as spy and dispatch-writer for the Governor of Malta, Alexander Ball; Ball, a naval officer (and friend of Nelson), was an old hand at running ships and islands but less good at prose. The scribbler in question had left England for Malta for reasons of health and was, by this time, trying (and failing) to kick his opium habit, while continuing to pen the stuff that would make him one of the most famous of all Romantic poets: Samuel Taylor Coleridge. In 1805 -- having failed to give up drugs and yearning for the drizzle -- Coleridge left Malta for London, via Rome, where he heard the news that Napoleon had him marked for assassination because of some earlier article he'd written in the Morning Post. The purveyor of this tidbit was the Prussian representative to the Vatican, Wilhelm von Humboldt. By this point Wilhelm was a well-known esthete with some major literary criticism work behind him. He would also go on to become a lead player in comparative linguistics and fail to complete a great work on some obscure Javanese dialect. Prussian liberals like Wilhelm helped bring about teacher-training reforms and the establishment of a university in Berlin. They also talked a lot (cautiously) about civil rights and how the powers of the state should be limited. Most of this spirited chatter went on at the Berlin elite-meet salon (where Wilhelm dropped in from time to time) run by the extraordinary Rahel Varnhagen von Ense (ne Levin), upwardly mobile daughter of a rich businessman. To her contemporaries, von Ense was the most cultured woman in Europe (only Mme de Stal might have disagreed). For a few years at the beginning of the century, von Ense organized gatherings that attracted princes, commoners, composers (Mendelssohn), thinkers (Goethe), poets (Heine), Jews and Christians, Germans and foreigners. You were welcome if you had a point of view, a witty tongue, or intellectually demanding matters to reveal. As was the case with the Reverend Friedrich Schleiermacher, a salon regular and local preacher. Schleiermacher was to religion what the Romantics were to the arts: a reaction to the rational excesses of the Enlightenment. He held that belief wasn't something to be objectively analyzed and dissected. Au contraire. It was a "mystical," utterly "subjective" experience that left the believer with a "feeling" of "absolute dependence." It was only though this immersion in the "sensation" of belief that one came to God. (If you read only what was in quotation marks, you've read key words from the Romantic Movement manifesto.) In 1824 one of Schleiermacher's minor pieces (on the Gospel of St. Luke) was translated into English, and so impressed the ecclesiastical powers-that-were that it achieved for the translator the prestige job of bishop of St. David's in Wales. The high-flyer in question rejoiced in the anagram-fodder name of Connop Thirlwall. Began as a priest, then became a lawyer, then a classics don at Cambridge -- where he made waves by saying that low-church Protestants should be let into the Church of England -- was fired, became vicar of a church in bucolic nowhere, then finished his multivolume History of Greece, and was elevated to the episcopacy. Thirlwall's History was published by the then-famous Dionysius Lardner. Regarded as a major science popularizer (or charlatan, depending on who was regarding), Lardner forecast the link to India through the Red Sea long before the Suez Canal, and lobbied for transatlantic steamships when people thought the idea of dropping sail was crazy. It was during his early years as professor of natural philosophy and astronomy at London University that he began his great Cabinet Cyclopedia (133 volumes, edited over twenty years -- the Encarta of its day). Contributors were legendary, including Charles Macintosh, Sir Walter Scott, Sismondi, and Herschel. Lardner also included a young writer trying to make money to support her child after her husband had been drowned in a sailing accident in Italy in 1822. Mary Shelley -- author of Frankenstein, pal of Byron, daughter of feminist Mary Wollstonecraft, fancied by French novelist-antiquarian Prosper Mrime, grieving and beautiful widow of tragic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley -- was everything a Romantic was supposed to be. In her later years she scraped a living from writings, which included the piece for Lardner on Italian literature. Mary dedicated her last effort (Rambles in Germany and Italy, 1844) to a longtime friend, one of those poets who sink almost without trace. Ever heard of Samuel Rogers's "The Pleasures of Memory," 1792? What Rogers lacked in talent he made up for in generosity. Having inherited a fortune at a young age, he proceeded (via a large and expensively decorated London house) to entertain anybody who wrote better poetry than he did. This had to be a great many and included Byron, Shelley, Wordsworth, and Sheridan. All his life, Rogers continued to churn out poetry so bad that only he would publish it. Nonetheless, he must have impressed a senior bureaucrat because when Wordsworth died in 1850, Rogers was offered the poet laureateship. He declined the honor, so they gave it to somebody named Tennyson, by this time pulling out of a struggle with booze and with some very respectable work behind him. Tennyson was the Victorian poet par excellence, all gloom and saccharine. Apart from one foot wrong -- written during the Crimean War ("The Charge of the Light Brigade" hinted at such incompetence in the army that it outraged every right-thinking harrumph) -- Tennyson could do no wrong, especially after Queen Victoria gave him the ultimate nod. Throughout his writing career, Tennyson returned again and again to his love of the medieval and in particular King Arthur, with highly polished stuff like "Morte d'Arthur" and "The Lady of Shalott." Tennyson's knights-of-old flimflam fired the callow imaginations of every undergraduate, particularly those of William Morris and his pals Burne-Jones and Rossetti, who took medievalry further over the top, inventing the Pre-Raphaelite school of painting, and cutesy pseudo-fourteenth-century Arts and Crafts wooden furniture and flowered wallpaper that gave you eyestrain. All of which made them a fortune when it hit late Industrial Revolution consumers beginning to yearn for the imagined simplicity and tranquillity of a recently bygone age of prefactory country pleasures. This attempt to return to the purer life, of a time before the downtrodden proletariat existed, sprang from Morris's dyed-in-the-wool socialism. This he shared with George Bernard Shaw, a down-at-heel, frayed-cuff, would-be journalist, who joined Morris's Socialist League in 1888. In 1893 Shaw caused a furor with his first (censored) play, about a prostitute. Pungent on-stage social comment followed in the shape of boffo successes like: The Devil's Disciple, Major Barbara, Pygmalion (in a later existence, My Fair Lady), and Arms and the Man. By the time he died at ninety, Shaw was considered the world's greatest living dramatist. Shaw socked it to all forms of what he considered humbug. Back in 1875 he wiped the floor with the visiting (and renowned) American evangelist Dwight Moody, after attending one of Moody's music-and-prayer revivalist meetings. Moody, who'd started life as a boot salesman, set the mold for revivalists thereafter: rugged physique, dark suit, homespun philosophy, plain ungrammatical language, and the message that God loved you no matter what. This approach went over very big with a medical student, Wilfred Grenfell, who went on to became a medical missionary to deep-sea sailors. In 1892 he visited Labrador and was so shocked by the poverty that he stayed longer and set up the Labrador Mission. When he quit, forty years later, the Mission consisted, among other things, of six hospitals, seven nursing stations, four schools, a lumber-mill cooperative, clothing distributors, and four hospital ships. In 1912 one of the temporary hospital-ship staff was a young man who had previously worked in the Labrador fur trade. He noticed that on days when the temperature was fifty below, whenever the local natives pulled fish out of the water, the catch instantly froze. And months later, when they thawed the fish out, he noticed that some of them showed signs of life. He tried the same trick on meat and veggies. All of which retained their taste and consistency if they were quick-frozen while still fresh. Could it be made to work on an industrial scale? Back in the States, by 1925 the young man was selling instantly frozen haddock fillets. After which, it was time for Clarence Birdseye to chill out and enjoy well-deserved fame and fortune. End Track One Track Two On board the USS Constitution that night was Lieutenant Isaac Chauncey, who did so well during the Tripoli war he ended up in charge of all naval forces on Lakes Ontario and Erie. Where, from 1813, he ran the first proper arms race in American history, launching ships as fast as he could build them so as to clobber the Brits, who were on the Canadian lakeshore launching ships as fast as they could build them. Before a full trial of strength could happen, the War of 1812 ended. Chauncey's boss was William Jones, who was then invited to become acting treasury secretary. A year later (1814), the new economics czar resigned because his personal finances were in total chaos and he was up to his ears in debt. So, naturally enough, when a decision was made to set up the Second Bank of the United States, Jones was the first choice to be its president. Things at the new bank went rapidly down the drain and included allegations of fraud on the part of Jones. First off, the bank had expanded with dangerous rapidity, and then gave customers such easy terms that everybody and his dog borrowed money and speculation became rife. A month later, when things started going wrong, the bank recalled every loan. Property values dropped fivefold in some places, and all over the nation thousands of individuals and small businesses went bankrupt. One such loser was would-be bird painter J. J. Audubon, whose Mississippi steamboat enterprise sank like a stone, taking with it the entire savings of a newly immigrant, newly wed couple named Mr. and Mrs. George Keats. Back in England, George's brother, poet John Keats (who'd lent them some of the money), went ballistic, vowing to clobber Audubon at first opportunity. Keats was the archetype of all Romantic poets: produced for only five intense years, was pale and wan, wrote about unrequited love and suicide and lovers' chopped-off heads, and caught the tuberculosis that killed him when still young. Quite apart from American money worries, Keats was always desperately short of cash. So when magazine proprietor and publisher John Taylor not only offered to print Keats's next epic offering, "Endymion," but also to come up with a healthy advance, Keats was as happy as a pig in manure. Taylor himself had, to this point, pursued an innocuous existence as a journalist, publisher, and writer on economic matters. Then in 1859, out of nowhere, came his The Great Pyramid: Why Was It Built? Taylor was convinced the Giza pyramid wasn't Egyptian at all, but had been designed by an Israelite (maybe even Noah himself) acting under divine orders. Furthermore, Taylor opined, the numbers relating to the pyramid's complex dimensions hid a secret, encoded message of universal importance, from you-know-who. This claptrap proved to be irresistible to Charles Piazzi Smyth, who was otherwise totally sane. Smyth was an astronomer, Royal Society fellow, and pal of serious stargazers like Herschel. Nonetheless, bitten by the pyramid bug, at the height of his career he went off to Giza, measured every inch of the pyramid, and in 1865 announced that the "secret code" explained everything in the Old Testament and foretold the Second Coming. As a result of which the Royal Society booted him out. But others took up the mystery. Was it a coincidence, they asked, that the pyramid "inch" was exactly the same as the Imperial British inch? This fatuous but "strangely convincing" load of hocus-pocus was given the coup de grce in 1880 by the down-and-dirty, in-the-trenches work of archeologist hardhead Flinders Petrie, whose dad had been a Pyramidology convert. Petrie's opinion on the matter was expressed in a paper written after exhaustive measure-and-dig efforts, and called for archaeology to be more brush-and-scrape routine and less now-it-can-be-revealed gobbledygook. His opinion of Pyramidology can be summed up in one word: "garbage." Petrie set the tone for all later excavation, as he went through sites in Egypt and Palestine like a hot knife through butter (cut a trench, look at the layers, reveal the historical sequence). He was able to do this in Palestine, thanks to the energetic Palestine Exploration Fund money-raising capabilities of a great Victorian amateur, George Grove. Grove began as an engineer, working for the likes of shipbuilder Robert Napier and bridge builder Robert Stephenson, then graduated to secretary of the Society of Arts, music criticism and analysis, friendship with the musical greats, first director of the Royal College of Music, and finally, editor of the Dictionary of Music that now bears his name (and saves all of us long research hours in the library). In 1915 Grove's granddaughter Stella proposed to Peter Eckersley, and they were married. Two years later, Peter joined the Royal Flying Corps as a wireless equipment officer. In 1922 he was working for the radio equipment company (founded by Marconi) to be given the first license for regular radio broadcasts, which Eckersley organized (and took part in as actor, announcer, stage manager, and engineer). For half an hour every Tuesday, his team filled the airwaves for those very few able to hear them. A year later, the monopolistic never-consult-the-listener British Broadcasting Corporation was founded, and Eckersley became chief engineer. His sidekick (assistant engineer) was Noel Ashbridge, who later rose to a position in which he made the crucial decision about which system ought to be chosen for the BBC's first TV broadcasts. He chose the twenty-five-frames-per-second, major-user-of-bandwidth, 405-line-scan approach pioneered by an extraordinary Russian immigrant named Isaac Schoenberg. The result, in London on November 2, 1936, was the world's first high-definition TV broadcast. Plaudits all round, and eventually (in the case of Schoenberg and Ashbridge) ennoblement as Sirs. Not so Eckersley, who was involved in a divorce and a whiff of scandal unacceptable to Auntie Beeb. Eckersley actually resigned (these were the days when standards were high and radio announcers wore evening dress). Schoenberg had earlier set up the first radio stations in Russia, before leaving in 1914 for pastures Western and more democratic. Apart from Schoenberg's success with TV, he made another right move in 1929 when he hired a young engineer, Alan Blumlein, to develop a system which would save Schoenberg (and the Beeb) from having to pay through the nose for American sound-recording equipment royalties. Blumlein produced the required system, and then in 1931 filed the patent for a technique that would generate the kind of sound to be enjoyed when the listener was using more than one ear. In 1934 Blumlein recorded Beecham conducting Mozart, with a recording stylus vibrating in two directions (in response to two incoming signals): one vertical and the other (in the same groove) lateral. We call what Blumlein made possible "stereo." Stereo first hit the general public in 1940 with Walt Disney's Fantasia, recorded in stereo by the Philadelphia Orchestra and conducted by Leopold Stokowski, who believed Hollywood could bring good music to the masses. Initially, he was wrong. It would take until 1960 for the mix of Mickey Mouse and the music of Bach, Tchaikovsky, Dukas, Stravinsky, Beethoven, Ponchielli, Mussorgsky, and Schubert to become a cult hit. In the end, Stokowski's innovative approach (free breathing for the wind and free bowing for the strings, which produced the rich "Stokowski sound") and his penchant toward modern composers like Berg, Schoenberg, and such, made the Philadelphia old fogies see red, and Stokowski left for a flamboyant superstar life that included marriage to a Vanderbilt. One of his pals was perhaps unexpected for someone so extravagant. Irving Langmuir was a self-effacing chemist (Nobel, 1932) whose research ran the gamut from ice crystals in clouds and floating seaweed orientation to smoke screens and (his main obsession) molecular and atomic structures. This included some original thinking about valence and bonding (the way in which atoms could share electrons). Langmuir's results encouraged chemists to approach the whole matter of how molecules happened in ways that turned out to have some interesting potential. At least it did for Thomas Midgley, working for a lab in Dayton, Ohio, and asked by his boss to solve the problem of knock (incomplete combustion in the cylinder, and no good for cars or drivers). Taking Langmuir's how-molecules-come-together approach to the elements, Midgley went through every single one of them, looking for molecular arrangement that might do what was needed. Six years of minutiae later, in 1921 he found it: tetraethyl lead (the additive that gave gasoline the name "leaded"). Encouraged by this discovery, Midgley's boss then asked for a nontoxic, nonflammable refrigerant (those available at the time tended to leak and kill owners as they slept). When Midgley had it (this time it took him only three days), at the American Chemical Society meeting in 1930 he inhaled a lungful (to show it was nontoxic) and blew out a candle when he exhaled (to show it was nonflammable). The new wonder product became known as Freon. Ironic that decades later Midgley's wonder chemicals should turn out to be bad for the individual (lead poisoning) and bad for the planet (ozone hole). End Track Two And Finally... Thus it was that when Clarence Birdseye's early fresh-frozen fillets were coming off his superchilled production line, Midgley's Freon-filled refrigerators were there to store them in. Fish sticks were here to stay. Copyright 2003 by London Writers --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Lafayette

Appearing at a time when there is a new wave of interest in America's Founding Fathers, this well-written and well-researched biography should appeal to traditional political historians and informed lay readers alike. The author, a journalist and biographer, makes no secret of his great admiration for Lafayette, whom he presents as a "gallant knight" and true believer in American republican and constitutional ideals. Critical of historiographical interpretations that have painted Lafayette in either a romanticized or a cynical way, Unger aims to recount objectively the Frenchman's contributions to the great events of his age the American War of Independence and the French Revolutions of 1789 and 1830. The first biography of Lafayette to appear in almost 20 years, this text is noteworthy for the attention it gives to Lafayette's personal friendship with George Washington and for its careful reconstruction of the role Lafayette played in diplomatic and economic issues of importance to the fledgling American nation. Unger implies that Lafayette's "distaste for political leadership" and his consistent rejection of both political and military power may have played a role in allowing "madmen and fanatics" like Robespierre to rise to power. Although his biases against the French radical republicans are clear, Unger has succeeded in his goal of restoring Lafayette to his rightful place in Western political history. For all libraries. Marie Marmo Mullaney, Caldwell Coll., NJCopyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. * Appearing at a time when there is a new wave of interest in America's Founding Fathers, this well-written and well-researched biography should appeal to traditional political historians and informed lay readers alike. The author, a journalist and biographer, makes no secret of his great admiration for Lafayette, whom he presents as a "gallant knight" and true believer in American republican and constitutional ideals. Critical of historiographical interpretations that have painted Lafayette in either a romanticized or a cynical way, Unger aims to recount objectively the Frenchman's contributions to the great events of his age-the American War of Independence and the French Revolutions of 1789 and 1830. The first biography of Lafayette to appear in almost 20 years, this text is noteworthy for the attention it gives to Lafayette's personal friendship with George Washington and for its careful reconstruction of the role Lafayette played in diplomatic and economic issues of importance to the fledgling American nation. Unger implies that Lafayette's "distaste for political leadership" and his consistent rejection of both political and military power may have played a role in allowing "madmen and fanaticslike Robespierre to rise to power. Although his biases against the French radical republicans are clear, Unger has succeeded in his goal of restoring Lafayette to his rightful place in Western political history. For all libraries. --Marie Marmo (Library Journal, August 2002) "A lively and entertaining portrait of one of the most important supporting actors in the two revolutions that transformed the modern world." Susan Dunn, author of Sister Revolutions: French Lightning, American Light"I found Mr. Unger's book exceptionally well done. It's an admirable account of the Marquis' two revolutions -- one might even say his two lives -- the French and the American. It also captures the private Lafayette and his remarkable wife Adrienne in often moving detail." Tom Fleming, Author of Liberty! The American Revolution"Harlow G. Unger has cornered the market on muses to emerge as America's most readable historian. His new biography of the Marquis de Lafayette combines a thoroughgoing account of the age of revolution, a probing psychological study of a complex man, and a literary style that goes down like cream.A worthy successor to his splendid biography of Noah Webster." Florence King, Contributing Editor, National Review"Harlow Ungar's LAFAYETTE is a remarkable and dramatic account of a life as fully lived as it is possible to imagine, that of Gilbert de Motier, Marquis de LaFayette. To American readers Ungar's biography will provide a stark reminder of just how near run a thing was our War of Independence and the degree to which our forefather's victory hinged on the help of our French allies, marshalled for George Washington by his 'adopted' son Lafayette, But even more absorbing and much less well known to the general reader will be Ungar's account of Lafayette's idealistic but naive efforts to plant the fruits of the American democracy he so admired in the unreceptive soil of his homeland. His inspired oratory produced not the constitutional democracy he sought but the bloody Jacobin excesses of the French Revolution. "Father of the French people" he is said to have muttered on his death bed--" as long as they don't have to heed a word that I say to them!" Larry Collins, Co-author of Is Paris Burning? and O Jerusalem "A lively and entertaining portrait of one of the most important supporting actors in the two revolutions that transformed the modern world." --Susan Dunn, author of Sister Revolutions: French Lightning, American Light "I found Mr. Unger's book exceptionally well done. It's an admirable account of the Marquis' two revolutions -- one might even say his two lives -- the French and the American. It also captures the private Lafayette and his remarkable wife Adrienne in often moving detail." (Tom Fleming, Author of Liberty! The American Revolution) In this gripping biography, acclaimed author Harlow Giles Unger paints an intimate and detailed portrait of the heroic young French soldier who, at nineteen, renounced a life of luxury in Paris and Versailles to fight and bleed for libertyat Brandywine, Valley Forge, and Yorktown. A major general in the Continental army, he quickly earned the love of his troops, his fellow commanders, and his commander in chief, George Washington, who called him his adopted son. To the troops, he was the soldiers friend; to Americans all, he was our Marquis.In a tale filled with adventure, romance, and political intrigue, Unger follows Lafayette from the battlefields of North America to the palace of Versailles, where the marquis won the most stunning diplomatic victory in world historyconvincing the French court to send the huge military and naval force needed to win American independence. He then returned to America to lead the remarkable guerrilla campaign in Virginia that climaxed with British surrender at Yorktownand earned him the title Conqueror of Cornwallis. Lafayettes triumph turned to tragedy, however, when he tried to introduce American democracy in his native land. His quest for a constitutional monarchy unwittingly set off the savage French Revolution and plunged Europe into more than a decade of slaughter and war. Declared an enemy of the state, Lafayette fled France only to be imprisoned for five years in an Austrian dungeon, while his wife, Adrienne, and her family festered in prison, awaiting the cruel blade of the guillotine.Based on years of research in France as well as in the United States, Ungers biography reveals how American ambassador James Monroe won Adrienne Lafayettes freedom and helped Lafayettes only son, George-Washington Lafayette, escape France to the safety of his godfathers home in Mount Vernon, even as the guillotine claimed his great-grandmother, grandmother, and aunt.Lafayette is also a compelling romance, as Lafayette and his beloved, Adrienne de Noailles, feast at their sumptuous wedding banquet, dance at Marie Antoinettes lavish palace balls, and embrace in anguish in the ghastly Austrian dungeon that Adrienne and her daughters shared with Lafayette for two brutal years.Inspiring and educational, Lafayette is the dramatic life story of one of the great leaders in American and European history, swept up in the cataclysmic events that spawned the longest-lasting democracy in the New World and prolonged despotism for two centuries in the Old. Acclaim for LafayetteI found Mr. Ungers book exceptionally well done. Its an admirable account of the marquiss two revolutionsone might even say his two livesthe French and the American. It also captures the private Lafayette and his remarkable wife, Adrienne, in often moving detail. Thomas Fleming, author, Liberty!: The American RevolutionHarlow Ungers Lafayette is a remarkable and dramatic account of a life as fully lived as it is possible to imagine, that of Gilbert de Motier, marquis de Lafayette. To American readers Ungers biography will provide a stark reminder of just how near run a thing was our War of Independence and the degree to which our forefathers victory hinged on the help of our French allies, marshalled for George Washington by his adopted son, Lafayette. But even more absorbing and much less well known to the general reader will be Ungers account of Lafayettes idealistic but naive efforts to plant the fruits of the American democracy he so admired in the unreceptive soil of his homeland. His inspired oratory produced not the constitutional democracy he sought but the bloody Jacobin excesses of the French Revolution.Larry Collins, coauthor, Is Paris Burning? and O Jerusalem!A lively and entertaining portrait of one of the most important supporting actors in the two revolutions that transformed the modern world.Susan Dunn, author, Sister Revolutions: French Lightning, American LightHarlow Unger has cornered the market on muses to emerge as Americas most readable historian. His new biography of the marquis de Lafayette combines a thoroughgoing account of the age of revolution, a probing psychological study of a complex man, and a literary style that goes down like cream. A worthy successor to his splendid biography of Noah Webster.Florence King, Contributing Editor, National ReviewEnlightening! The picture of Lafayettes life is a window to eighteenth- and nineteenth-century history.Michel Aubert La Fayette HARLOW GILES UNGER is the author of Noah Webster and John Hancock (both from Wiley). A veteran journalist, he was a foreign news editor at the New York Herald Tribune Overseas Service and a foreign correspondent for the Times and the Sunday Times (London). The author of eight books on American education, he lives in New York City and Paris, France.

Lafayette Appearing at a time when there is a new wave of interest in America's Founding Fathers, this well-written and well-researched biography should appeal to traditional political historians and informed lay readers alike. The author, a journalist and biographer, makes no secret of his great admiration for Lafayette, whom he presents as a "gallant knight" and true believer in American republican and constitutional ideals. Critical of historiographical interpretations that have painted Lafayette in either a romanticized or a cynical way, Unger aims to recount objectively the Frenchman's contributions to the great events of his age the American War of Independence and the French Revolutions of 1789 and 1830. The first biography of Lafayette to appear in almost 20 years, this text is noteworthy for the attention it gives to Lafayette's personal friendship with George Washington and for its careful reconstruction of the role Lafayette played in diplomatic and economic issues of importance to the fledgling American nation. Unger implies that Lafayette's "distaste for political leadership" and his consistent rejection of both political and military power may have played a role in allowing "madmen and fanatics" like Robespierre to rise to power. Although his biases against the French radical republicans are clear, Unger has succeeded in his goal of restoring Lafayette to his rightful place in Western political history. For all libraries. Marie Marmo Mullaney, Caldwell Coll., NJCopyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. * Appearing at a time when there is a new wave of interest in America's Founding Fathers, this well-written and well-researched biography should appeal to traditional political historians and informed lay readers alike. The author, a journalist and biographer, makes no secret of his great admiration for Lafayette, whom he presents as a "gallant knight" and true believer in American republican and constitutional ideals. Critical of historiographical interpretations that have painted Lafayette in either a romanticized or a cynical way, Unger aims to recount objectively the Frenchman's contributions to the great events of his age-the American War of Independence and the French Revolutions of 1789 and 1830. The first biography of Lafayette to appear in almost 20 years, this text is noteworthy for the attention it gives to Lafayette's personal friendship with George Washington and for its careful reconstruction of the role Lafayette played in diplomatic and economic issues of importance to the fledgling American nation. Unger implies that Lafayette's "distaste for political leadership" and his consistent rejection of both political and military power may have played a role in allowing "madmen and fanaticslike Robespierre to rise to power. Although his biases against the French radical republicans are clear, Unger has succeeded in his goal of restoring Lafayette to his rightful place in Western political history. For all libraries. --Marie Marmo (Library Journal, August 2002) "A lively and entertaining portrait of one of the most important supporting actors in the two revolutions that transformed the modern world." Susan Dunn, author of Sister Revolutions: French Lightning, American Light"I found Mr. Unger's book exceptionally well done. It's an admirable account of the Marquis' two revolutions -- one might even say his two lives -- the French and the American. It also captures the private Lafayette and his remarkable wife Adrienne in often moving detail." Tom Fleming, Author of Liberty! The American Revolution"Harlow G. Unger has cornered the market on muses to emerge as America's most readable historian. His new biography of the Marquis de Lafayette combines a thoroughgoing account of the age of revolution, a probing psychological study of a complex man, and a literary style that goes down like cream.A worthy successor to his splendid biography of Noah Webster." Florence King, Contributing Editor, National Review"Harlow Ungar's LAFAYETTE is a remarkable and dramatic account of a life as fully lived as it is possible to imagine, that of Gilbert de Motier, Marquis de LaFayette. To American readers Ungar's biography will provide a stark reminder of just how near run a thing was our War of Independence and the degree to which our forefather's victory hinged on the help of our French allies, marshalled for George Washington by his 'adopted' son Lafayette, But even more absorbing and much less well known to the general reader will be Ungar's account of Lafayette's idealistic but naive efforts to plant the fruits of the American democracy he so admired in the unreceptive soil of his homeland. His inspired oratory produced not the constitutional democracy he sought but the bloody Jacobin excesses of the French Revolution. "Father of the French people" he is said to have muttered on his death bed--" as long as they don't have to heed a word that I say to them!" Larry Collins, Co-author of Is Paris Burning? and O Jerusalem "A lively and entertaining portrait of one of the most important supporting actors in the two revolutions that transformed the modern world." --Susan Dunn, author of Sister Revolutions: French Lightning, American Light "I found Mr. Unger's book exceptionally well done. It's an admirable account of the Marquis' two revolutions -- one might even say his two lives -- the French and the American. It also captures the private Lafayette and his remarkable wife Adrienne in often moving detail." (Tom Fleming, Author of Liberty! The American Revolution) In this gripping biography, acclaimed author Harlow Giles Unger paints an intimate and detailed portrait of the heroic young French soldier who, at nineteen, renounced a life of luxury in Paris and Versailles to fight and bleed for libertyat Brandywine, Valley Forge, and Yorktown. A major general in the Continental army, he quickly earned the love of his troops, his fellow commanders, and his commander in chief, George Washington, who called him his adopted son. To the troops, he was the soldiers friend; to Americans all, he was our Marquis.In a tale filled with adventure, romance, and political intrigue, Unger follows Lafayette from the battlefields of North America to the palace of Versailles, where the marquis won the most stunning diplomatic victory in world historyconvincing the French court to send the huge military and naval force needed to win American independence. He then returned to America to lead the remarkable guerrilla campaign in Virginia that climaxed with British surrender at Yorktownand earned him the title Conqueror of Cornwallis. Lafayettes triumph turned to tragedy, however, when he tried to introduce American democracy in his native land. His quest for a constitutional monarchy unwittingly set off the savage French Revolution and plunged Europe into more than a decade of slaughter and war. Declared an enemy of the state, Lafayette fled France only to be imprisoned for five years in an Austrian dungeon, while his wife, Adrienne, and her family festered in prison, awaiting the cruel blade of the guillotine.Based on years of research in France as well as in the United States, Ungers biography reveals how American ambassador James Monroe won Adrienne Lafayettes freedom and helped Lafayettes only son, George-Washington Lafayette, escape France to the safety of his godfathers home in Mount Vernon, even as the guillotine claimed his great-grandmother, grandmother, and aunt.Lafayette is also a compelling romance, as Lafayette and his beloved, Adrienne de Noailles, feast at their sumptuous wedding banquet, dance at Marie Antoinettes lavish palace balls, and embrace in anguish in the ghastly Austrian dungeon that Adrienne and her daughters shared with Lafayette for two brutal years.Inspiring and educational, Lafayette is the dramatic life story of one of the great leaders in American and European history, swept up in the cataclysmic events that spawned the longest-lasting democracy in the New World and prolonged despotism for two centuries in the Old. Acclaim for LafayetteI found Mr. Ungers book exceptionally well done. Its an admirable account of the marquiss two revolutionsone might even say his two livesthe French and the American. It also captures the private Lafayette and his remarkable wife, Adrienne, in often moving detail. Thomas Fleming, author, Liberty!: The American RevolutionHarlow Ungers Lafayette is a remarkable and dramatic account of a life as fully lived as it is possible to imagine, that of Gilbert de Motier, marquis de Lafayette. To American readers Ungers biography will provide a stark reminder of just how near run a thing was our War of Independence and the degree to which our forefathers victory hinged on the help of our French allies, marshalled for George Washington by his adopted son, Lafayette. But even more absorbing and much less well known to the general reader will be Ungers account of Lafayettes idealistic but naive efforts to plant the fruits of the American democracy he so admired in the unreceptive soil of his homeland. His inspired oratory produced not the constitutional democracy he sought but the bloody Jacobin excesses of the French Revolution.Larry Collins, coauthor, Is Paris Burning? and O Jerusalem!A lively and entertaining portrait of one of the most important supporting actors in the two revolutions that transformed the modern world.Susan Dunn, author, Sister Revolutions: French Lightning, American LightHarlow Unger has cornered the market on muses to emerge as Americas most readable historian. His new biography of the marquis de Lafayette combines a thoroughgoing account of the age of revolution, a probing psychological study of a complex man, and a literary style that goes down like cream. A worthy successor to his splendid biography of Noah Webster.Florence King, Contributing Editor, National ReviewEnlightening! The picture of Lafayettes life is a window to eighteenth- and nineteenth-century history.Michel Aubert La Fayette HARLOW GILES UNGER is the author of Noah Webster and John Hancock (both from Wiley). A veteran journalist, he was a foreign news editor at the New York Herald Tribune Overseas Service and a foreign correspondent for the Times and the Sunday Times (London). The author of eight books on American education, he lives in New York City and Paris, France.

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FI-5120C ADF SHTFEDSCAN 30PPM SCSI USB2.0

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Apple Optical Mouse - White

Apple's digital optical mouse -- built for speed and with a fluid elliptical shape for easy handling. The Apple Mouse is available as a kit for purchase to complement your Apple system. It can be used with all USB-equipped Apple Macs. The Apple Mouse has no rollers or tracking mechanisms to wear out or clog, and no mouse balls to fish out and clean. Besides all that, there's no distinguishable mouse button. Instead, the entire Apple Mouse is in effect a super-sensitive button - the body pivots up and down to actuate the click mechanism. The elliptical shape equally accommodates right and left-handed users, and its glass-smooth surface makes it a joy to use. The Apple Mouse uniquely combines simplicity, elegance and precision to deliver a superior mouse experience.Its ideal when working with applications like Photoshop or Illustrator which require precision cursor movement. Its equally adept on most any surface and maintains accuracy even during rapid movement. M5769 APPLE PRO MOUSE APPLE OPTICAL BLACK

Apple Optical Mouse - White Apple's digital optical mouse -- built for speed and with a fluid elliptical shape for easy handling. The Apple Mouse is available as a kit for purchase to complement your Apple system. It can be used with all USB-equipped Apple Macs. The Apple Mouse has no rollers or tracking mechanisms to wear out or clog, and no mouse balls to fish out and clean. Besides all that, there's no distinguishable mouse button. Instead, the entire Apple Mouse is in effect a super-sensitive button - the body pivots up and down to actuate the click mechanism. The elliptical shape equally accommodates right and left-handed users, and its glass-smooth surface makes it a joy to use. The Apple Mouse uniquely combines simplicity, elegance and precision to deliver a superior mouse experience.Its ideal when working with applications like Photoshop or Illustrator which require precision cursor movement. Its equally adept on most any surface and maintains accuracy even during rapid movement. M5769 APPLE PRO MOUSE APPLE OPTICAL BLACK

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Jessica's X-Ray

Kindergarten-Grade 2-A young girl breaks her arm and must have an X ray. Later, while waiting for her cast to dry, she goes on a tour of the hospital and learns about other forms of body imaging, including CAT scans, ultrasound, and MRIs. The text briefly defines each test and gives an example of its use. For example, readers are told that an MRI employs a big magnet to take pictures that show tissue normally hidden behind bone; a tipped-in film of a head is included. Overall, six images printed on film are integrated into the book. With each one, questions are posed to help readers identify the different parts of each picture, be it skull, brain, ribs, or heart. Pale, delicate pencil-and-watercolor sketches help carry the text along and show the setting for each test and the equipment used. In question-and-answer format, the final two pages further define the imaging methods and explain why one would be chosen over another. Despite the rudimentary level of the illustrations and the text, the book is useful as an introduction to these complex medical procedures. Of course, Jessica leaves the hospital smiling.Martha Topol, Traverse Area District Library, Traverse City, MI Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Gr. 2-5, younger for reading aloud. It's a great idea: introduce real X rays in a picture book and explain them in the story. When Jessica, 6, falls and breaks her arm, the doctor orders X rays. At first she's scared, but a reassuring technician explains how everything works. Integrated with the fictional story are actual X rays of a child's arm and hand, and kids will want to talk with an adult about what the transparencies show ("Can you see where Jessica's arm is broken? Can you see where her bones are growing?"). Unfortunately, the childish cover and format may deter an older audience, while the technical information may be too much for the preschool crowd, especially in the second half of the book, when Jessica tours the radiology department and the X rays show a CAT-scan of a skull, a computer image of a lung, an ultra-sound picture of a baby in utero, and an MRI of a head. At the back are questions and answers about the various techniques, how they work and what they show, and a guide to the pictures. Hazel RochmanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved Jessica's X-Ray is a unique way for children to learn about their bodies. Parents will find it a useful tool to help ease a child's fear about going to the doctor or hospital. (Parents and Kids 2002-04-01)Fascinating, even for adults. I can't say it emphatically enough -- this is a must buy. (Saimi Rote Bergmann Canton Repository 2002-02-28)Zonta has found a great way to demystify the X-ray process and take the scariness out of it, while at the same time providing some painless and fun education about the body. (Gary Curtis Hamilton Spectator 2002-05-18)This book would be great preparation for any child wondering about a scheduled X-ray procedure, not to mention parents who could use a tutorial. (Lynne T. Burke Charlotte Parent 2002-05-01)Despite the rudimentary level of the illustrations and the text, the book is useful as an introduction to these complex medical procedures. (Martha Topol School Library Journal 2002-08-01)This is a great title for kids to read to help take the scariness out of any emergency room visits a child may face. It would also be a good resource for a unit on the human skeletal system. Recommended. (Susan Black Library Talk 2002-11-00)Children are interested in what goes on inside their bodies. This book, full of real x-rays, will fascinate them. (Donald F. Logsdon Jr. Science Books and Films 2003-02-15)Demystifies the process in a nonthreatening, very interesting way. (Akron Beacon Journal 2002-06-11)Great preparation for any child wondering about a scheduled X-ray procedure, not to mention parents who could use a tutorial. (Lynne T. Burke Reading Today 2002-06-01)Seeing the x-ray machines, themselves, and the light panels, the lead aprons, and other hospital equipment makes the discussion of unfamiliar terms easier for children to understand. Recommended. (Lisa Hanson O'Hara Canadian Materials) Pat Zonta has worked extensively as a Medical Radiation Technologist in children's and teaching hospitals. She is also a writer with a BA in English Literature from McMaster University. Pat lives in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Clive Dobson is a versatile artist and illustrator with many books to his credit including Tex and Watersheds. He lives in Toronto, Ontario.

Jessica's X-Ray Kindergarten-Grade 2-A young girl breaks her arm and must have an X ray. Later, while waiting for her cast to dry, she goes on a tour of the hospital and learns about other forms of body imaging, including CAT scans, ultrasound, and MRIs. The text briefly defines each test and gives an example of its use. For example, readers are told that an MRI employs a big magnet to take pictures that show tissue normally hidden behind bone; a tipped-in film of a head is included. Overall, six images printed on film are integrated into the book. With each one, questions are posed to help readers identify the different parts of each picture, be it skull, brain, ribs, or heart. Pale, delicate pencil-and-watercolor sketches help carry the text along and show the setting for each test and the equipment used. In question-and-answer format, the final two pages further define the imaging methods and explain why one would be chosen over another. Despite the rudimentary level of the illustrations and the text, the book is useful as an introduction to these complex medical procedures. Of course, Jessica leaves the hospital smiling.Martha Topol, Traverse Area District Library, Traverse City, MI Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Gr. 2-5, younger for reading aloud. It's a great idea: introduce real X rays in a picture book and explain them in the story. When Jessica, 6, falls and breaks her arm, the doctor orders X rays. At first she's scared, but a reassuring technician explains how everything works. Integrated with the fictional story are actual X rays of a child's arm and hand, and kids will want to talk with an adult about what the transparencies show ("Can you see where Jessica's arm is broken? Can you see where her bones are growing?"). Unfortunately, the childish cover and format may deter an older audience, while the technical information may be too much for the preschool crowd, especially in the second half of the book, when Jessica tours the radiology department and the X rays show a CAT-scan of a skull, a computer image of a lung, an ultra-sound picture of a baby in utero, and an MRI of a head. At the back are questions and answers about the various techniques, how they work and what they show, and a guide to the pictures. Hazel RochmanCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved Jessica's X-Ray is a unique way for children to learn about their bodies. Parents will find it a useful tool to help ease a child's fear about going to the doctor or hospital. (Parents and Kids 2002-04-01)Fascinating, even for adults. I can't say it emphatically enough -- this is a must buy. (Saimi Rote Bergmann Canton Repository 2002-02-28)Zonta has found a great way to demystify the X-ray process and take the scariness out of it, while at the same time providing some painless and fun education about the body. (Gary Curtis Hamilton Spectator 2002-05-18)This book would be great preparation for any child wondering about a scheduled X-ray procedure, not to mention parents who could use a tutorial. (Lynne T. Burke Charlotte Parent 2002-05-01)Despite the rudimentary level of the illustrations and the text, the book is useful as an introduction to these complex medical procedures. (Martha Topol School Library Journal 2002-08-01)This is a great title for kids to read to help take the scariness out of any emergency room visits a child may face. It would also be a good resource for a unit on the human skeletal system. Recommended. (Susan Black Library Talk 2002-11-00)Children are interested in what goes on inside their bodies. This book, full of real x-rays, will fascinate them. (Donald F. Logsdon Jr. Science Books and Films 2003-02-15)Demystifies the process in a nonthreatening, very interesting way. (Akron Beacon Journal 2002-06-11)Great preparation for any child wondering about a scheduled X-ray procedure, not to mention parents who could use a tutorial. (Lynne T. Burke Reading Today 2002-06-01)Seeing the x-ray machines, themselves, and the light panels, the lead aprons, and other hospital equipment makes the discussion of unfamiliar terms easier for children to understand. Recommended. (Lisa Hanson O'Hara Canadian Materials) Pat Zonta has worked extensively as a Medical Radiation Technologist in children's and teaching hospitals. She is also a writer with a BA in English Literature from McMaster University. Pat lives in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Clive Dobson is a versatile artist and illustrator with many books to his credit including Tex and Watersheds. He lives in Toronto, Ontario.

B000EF3EHC

Timex Women's Marathon watch #T5E321

Digital quartz movement, Running watch, Indiglo split-color night-light, Stopwatch, 10 preset timers, Alarm, Pink acrylic bezel and selector buttons, Black polyurethane case with white etched mode settings, Stainless steel caseback, 50 meters/165 feet water resistant

Timex Women's Marathon watch #T5E321 Digital quartz movement, Running watch, Indiglo split-color night-light, Stopwatch, 10 preset timers, Alarm, Pink acrylic bezel and selector buttons, Black polyurethane case with white etched mode settings, Stainless steel caseback, 50 meters/165 feet water resistant

B000HAO7V6

Hewlett Packard 256MB Memory PC2700 DDR- 324700-623

324700-623 HP SODIMM, PC2700,

Hewlett Packard 256MB Memory PC2700 DDR- 324700-623 324700-623 HP SODIMM, PC2700,

B003TTZTC8

Student of Prague Collection (1913 & 1926 Versions) (Silent) (1913)

A 2-DVD set containing the classic story of a young student who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for a life of debauchery. Includes both 1913 and 1926 silent versions.

Student of Prague Collection (1913 & 1926 Versions) (Silent) (1913) A 2-DVD set containing the classic story of a young student who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for a life of debauchery. Includes both 1913 and 1926 silent versions.

B0002OQPSA

Amazon.com: Intimo Men's Classic Silk Knit Thong, Navy, Large: Clothing

This ultra-light and elastic men's Silk Knit thong is cool all weather comfort with the freedom that only a thong can offer. This elegant thong is crafted from pure, knitted silk with a gentle stretch that hugs your body.

Amazon.com: Intimo Men's Classic Silk Knit Thong, Navy, Large: Clothing This ultra-light and elastic men's Silk Knit thong is cool all weather comfort with the freedom that only a thong can offer. This elegant thong is crafted from pure, knitted silk with a gentle stretch that hugs your body.

074326715X

Home with God: In a Life That Never Ends

"Outstanding.... A breathtaking explanation from God about the death experience, and what to expect when we go to the other side." -- Barbara Rose, Ph.D. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Neale Donald Walsch devotes histime to sharing the messages of his books through writing, lecturing, and facilitating spiritual renewal retreats. The creator of the School of the New Spirituality and founder of The Group of 1000, a nonprofit organization supporting global spiritual awakening, he lives in Ashland, Oregon, and may be contacted through www.nealedonaldwalsch.com. Everybody is doing everything for themselves. . . . When you understand that this is true even about dying,you will never fear dying again.1It is impossible to live or to die without God, but it is not impossible to think that you are.If you think that you are living or dying without God, you will experience that you are.You may have this experience as long as you wish. You may end this experience whenever you choose.I believe those are holy words. I believe they came directly from God. Those words have been floating around in my mind for the past four years. I see now that they were my invitation. An invitation from God for a larger conversation. You're right. I wanted to make sure that we had this larger conversation, and so I placed those words in your mind every time you thought seriously about life or death, even for a moment. This is a conversation you've been reluctant to have, and have put off repeatedly.Yes, I know. It's not that I'm afraid to talk deeply about life, or even about death, it's just that these are very complex subjects and I wanted to make sure I was really prepared to enter into a huge conversation about them. I wanted to be psychologically and, well, I guess, spiritually ready.Do you feel that you are now?I hope so. I can't keep putting off this conversation forever. Even if I tried, you'd just keep placing those words into my head. That's right, I would. Because those are the words I want you to hear even if you never get to the rest of the conversation. Okay, I've heard them.I want you to hear them over and over again.It is impossible to live or to die without God, but it is not impossible to think that you are.If you think that you are living or dying without God, you will experience that you are.You may have this experience as long as you wish. You may end this experience whenever you choose.Those words convey all that anyone who is afraid of living or dying will ever need to know. Then we can end the conversation right here.We can. How deep do you wish to go in your higher understandings? Should you choose to continue with this conversation, I will present you with 100 more words -- a 100 Word Formula for All of Life. Well, there's a tease.That's exactly what it was meant to be.And it worked. I'm not about to cut the conversation short now. So here I am having a conversation with God about living and dying. Again. Yes, but looking at many things that we have never discussed before.Who would believe this . . .It doesn't matter. You're not having the conversation for anyone else, you're having it for yourself.I have to keep reminding myself of that.So often people see themselves as doing something for someone else when they're really doing it for themselves. Everybody is doing everything for themselves. When you awaken to this awareness, you will have reached Breakthrough. And when you understand that this is true even about dying, you will never fear dying again. And when you no longer fear dying, you will no longer fear living. You will live your life fully, right up until the very last moment.Hold it. Wait a minute. You're saying that when I'm dying, I am doing it for myself?Of course. Who else would you be doing it for?Copyright 2006 by Neale Donald Walsch --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Home with God: In a Life That Never Ends "Outstanding.... A breathtaking explanation from God about the death experience, and what to expect when we go to the other side." -- Barbara Rose, Ph.D. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Neale Donald Walsch devotes histime to sharing the messages of his books through writing, lecturing, and facilitating spiritual renewal retreats. The creator of the School of the New Spirituality and founder of The Group of 1000, a nonprofit organization supporting global spiritual awakening, he lives in Ashland, Oregon, and may be contacted through www.nealedonaldwalsch.com. Everybody is doing everything for themselves. . . . When you understand that this is true even about dying,you will never fear dying again.1It is impossible to live or to die without God, but it is not impossible to think that you are.If you think that you are living or dying without God, you will experience that you are.You may have this experience as long as you wish. You may end this experience whenever you choose.I believe those are holy words. I believe they came directly from God. Those words have been floating around in my mind for the past four years. I see now that they were my invitation. An invitation from God for a larger conversation. You're right. I wanted to make sure that we had this larger conversation, and so I placed those words in your mind every time you thought seriously about life or death, even for a moment. This is a conversation you've been reluctant to have, and have put off repeatedly.Yes, I know. It's not that I'm afraid to talk deeply about life, or even about death, it's just that these are very complex subjects and I wanted to make sure I was really prepared to enter into a huge conversation about them. I wanted to be psychologically and, well, I guess, spiritually ready.Do you feel that you are now?I hope so. I can't keep putting off this conversation forever. Even if I tried, you'd just keep placing those words into my head. That's right, I would. Because those are the words I want you to hear even if you never get to the rest of the conversation. Okay, I've heard them.I want you to hear them over and over again.It is impossible to live or to die without God, but it is not impossible to think that you are.If you think that you are living or dying without God, you will experience that you are.You may have this experience as long as you wish. You may end this experience whenever you choose.Those words convey all that anyone who is afraid of living or dying will ever need to know. Then we can end the conversation right here.We can. How deep do you wish to go in your higher understandings? Should you choose to continue with this conversation, I will present you with 100 more words -- a 100 Word Formula for All of Life. Well, there's a tease.That's exactly what it was meant to be.And it worked. I'm not about to cut the conversation short now. So here I am having a conversation with God about living and dying. Again. Yes, but looking at many things that we have never discussed before.Who would believe this . . .It doesn't matter. You're not having the conversation for anyone else, you're having it for yourself.I have to keep reminding myself of that.So often people see themselves as doing something for someone else when they're really doing it for themselves. Everybody is doing everything for themselves. When you awaken to this awareness, you will have reached Breakthrough. And when you understand that this is true even about dying, you will never fear dying again. And when you no longer fear dying, you will no longer fear living. You will live your life fully, right up until the very last moment.Hold it. Wait a minute. You're saying that when I'm dying, I am doing it for myself?Of course. Who else would you be doing it for?Copyright 2006 by Neale Donald Walsch --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

0830814051

The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament

Keener has accomplished a monumental task in assimilating a vast amount of primary and secondary material on first-century Jewish and Greco-Roman culture and making it accessible to nonspecialist readers. In addition, he displays a wide knowledge of New Testament scholarship (Pauline studies, gospel studies, etc.). To make this commentary useful to a diverse audience, Keener has minimized theological comments and emphasized historical, cultural, and social background. The text is clearly written and fairly free of technical jargon. There are few citations in the text to primary sources (and none to secondary ones), since the author felt they would be cumbersome to lay readers; some readers (the more curious or skeptical ones) may feel shortchanged by the omission of such references. But in light of the overall quality of the commentary, it's a small matter. This volume should be a useful addition to public, academic, and seminary libraries.- Craig W. Beard, Univ. of Alabama at Birmingham Lib.Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. "It is nearly impossible to imagine that one person could have compiled all the information contained within this volume. But Keener has not simply compiled material; he has mastered it. . . . At every turn of the page, whose who treasure the Bible will find something new and valuable." (Themelios )"Keener . . . has done the remarkable. He has produced a work that was genuinely needed but not envisioned--until now." (Faith and Mission )"Keener has taken careful aim at an aptly defined target, and his equally careful methodology has enabled him to hit it dead-center." (Biblical Archaeologist )"Carefully researched yet accessible for the busy pastor or other reader, this commentary puts years of research at the reader's fingertips, passage by passage, in a single volume." (George O. Wood, general superintendent of the Assemblies of God )"Keener has gathered a host of background material from a broad range of ancient and modern sources and put them literally at the preacher's fingertips." (Cheryl Sanders, Howard University Divinity School )"The book is a rich and accessible mine of important information and a remarkable accomplishment." (D. Moody Smith, Duke University Divinity School )"We can no more ignore the humanness of the writers of the [Bible's] written word than we can discount the humanity of the living Lord. But their humanness had cultural connotations. . . . It is therefore not only helpful, but also necessary, for us to know of their cultures the better to understand the inspired word. The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament will prove most helpful in this regard." (D. Stuart Briscoe, pastor and author )"Like an intriguing archaeological dig, Keener's work surfaces the cultural and worldview assumptions of the New Testament." (Darrell Bock, Dallas Theological Seminary )"Here is a book many people have been waiting for. . . . The IVP Bible Background Commentary should prove to be a truly useful book." (Gordon Fee, Regent College )"This book will meet a significant need. . . . The discerning reader will detect how well Keener has drawn on the results of much recent research and presented it in a way that pastors and laypeople will be able to grasp." (Clinton E. Arnold, Talbot School of Theology )"Most one-volume, single-author Bible commentaries or study Bibles are erratic in their coverage. . . . Craig Keener's work is an astonishing exception. . . . He can be trusted in almost every statement he makes, and even his more interpretative opinions are consistently well-grounded. Keener has given preachers and lay Christians alike an invaluable resource for years to come." (Craig Blomberg, Denver Seminary )"A rich and lucid resource for understanding God's Word.This work is presented in a way that serves the needs of pastors in their sermon preparation, as well as lay members in personal Bible studies." (Charles Blake, Presiding Bishop of Church of God in Christ )

The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament Keener has accomplished a monumental task in assimilating a vast amount of primary and secondary material on first-century Jewish and Greco-Roman culture and making it accessible to nonspecialist readers. In addition, he displays a wide knowledge of New Testament scholarship (Pauline studies, gospel studies, etc.). To make this commentary useful to a diverse audience, Keener has minimized theological comments and emphasized historical, cultural, and social background. The text is clearly written and fairly free of technical jargon. There are few citations in the text to primary sources (and none to secondary ones), since the author felt they would be cumbersome to lay readers; some readers (the more curious or skeptical ones) may feel shortchanged by the omission of such references. But in light of the overall quality of the commentary, it's a small matter. This volume should be a useful addition to public, academic, and seminary libraries.- Craig W. Beard, Univ. of Alabama at Birmingham Lib.Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. "It is nearly impossible to imagine that one person could have compiled all the information contained within this volume. But Keener has not simply compiled material; he has mastered it. . . . At every turn of the page, whose who treasure the Bible will find something new and valuable." (Themelios )"Keener . . . has done the remarkable. He has produced a work that was genuinely needed but not envisioned--until now." (Faith and Mission )"Keener has taken careful aim at an aptly defined target, and his equally careful methodology has enabled him to hit it dead-center." (Biblical Archaeologist )"Carefully researched yet accessible for the busy pastor or other reader, this commentary puts years of research at the reader's fingertips, passage by passage, in a single volume." (George O. Wood, general superintendent of the Assemblies of God )"Keener has gathered a host of background material from a broad range of ancient and modern sources and put them literally at the preacher's fingertips." (Cheryl Sanders, Howard University Divinity School )"The book is a rich and accessible mine of important information and a remarkable accomplishment." (D. Moody Smith, Duke University Divinity School )"We can no more ignore the humanness of the writers of the [Bible's] written word than we can discount the humanity of the living Lord. But their humanness had cultural connotations. . . . It is therefore not only helpful, but also necessary, for us to know of their cultures the better to understand the inspired word. The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament will prove most helpful in this regard." (D. Stuart Briscoe, pastor and author )"Like an intriguing archaeological dig, Keener's work surfaces the cultural and worldview assumptions of the New Testament." (Darrell Bock, Dallas Theological Seminary )"Here is a book many people have been waiting for. . . . The IVP Bible Background Commentary should prove to be a truly useful book." (Gordon Fee, Regent College )"This book will meet a significant need. . . . The discerning reader will detect how well Keener has drawn on the results of much recent research and presented it in a way that pastors and laypeople will be able to grasp." (Clinton E. Arnold, Talbot School of Theology )"Most one-volume, single-author Bible commentaries or study Bibles are erratic in their coverage. . . . Craig Keener's work is an astonishing exception. . . . He can be trusted in almost every statement he makes, and even his more interpretative opinions are consistently well-grounded. Keener has given preachers and lay Christians alike an invaluable resource for years to come." (Craig Blomberg, Denver Seminary )"A rich and lucid resource for understanding God's Word.This work is presented in a way that serves the needs of pastors in their sermon preparation, as well as lay members in personal Bible studies." (Charles Blake, Presiding Bishop of Church of God in Christ )

B0007C5ZE2

English culture and the decline of the industrial spirit, 1850-1980

"An important book, one that deserves to be read and pondered by everybody who has some portion of Britain's destiny in his (or her) hands." The Economist --This text refers to the Paperback edition. England was the world's first great industrial nation, yet the English have never been comfortable with industrialism. Drawing upon a wide array of sources, Martin Wiener explores the English ambivalence to modern industrial society. In this edition, Wiener revisits the historiography of the last few decades. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Martin J. Wiener is the Mary Jones Professor of History at Rice University. His previous books include Between Two Worlds: The Political Thought of Graham Wallas (1971), Reconstructing the Criminal (Cambridge, 1990), and Men of Blood: Violence, Manliness, and Criminal Justice in Victorian England (Cambridge, 2003). --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

English culture and the decline of the industrial spirit, 1850-1980 "An important book, one that deserves to be read and pondered by everybody who has some portion of Britain's destiny in his (or her) hands." The Economist --This text refers to the Paperback edition. England was the world's first great industrial nation, yet the English have never been comfortable with industrialism. Drawing upon a wide array of sources, Martin Wiener explores the English ambivalence to modern industrial society. In this edition, Wiener revisits the historiography of the last few decades. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Martin J. Wiener is the Mary Jones Professor of History at Rice University. His previous books include Between Two Worlds: The Political Thought of Graham Wallas (1971), Reconstructing the Criminal (Cambridge, 1990), and Men of Blood: Violence, Manliness, and Criminal Justice in Victorian England (Cambridge, 2003). --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

B000GY733M

Makaveli Presents: Reparation Is Due

A historic album featuring the young prodigy of 2Pac (a/k/a Makaveli) and former Outlaw Recordz recording artist, MuszaMil!Features never before heard 2Pac recordings as he guest stars along with other members of The Outlawz!MuszaMil s debut album Hell Razed Us (released under the name Hellraza) came out on Outlaw Recordz, home to The Outlawz, the hip hop group prominently featured on the 2Pac albums The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory and Still I Rise!National tour in the works!Just one year after he was born, Kamil Beale parents were tragically murdered and his brother, Seike, committed suicide. Beale and his two surviving brothers, Mutah & Moonie, moved to Irvington, NJ where Mutah joined the rap group Outlawz under the alias Napoleon. Later, the brothers moved to Los Angeles where they met and associated with soon to be rap legend Tupac Shakur as well as a host of other members of the Outlawz. Shakur then gave Beale his first alias, Kamillion. With the encouragement of Shakur, Beale began rapping and made his first appearance on the Outlaw Recordz release, 1997 s Ride Wit Us Or Collide Wit Us (over 150,000 sold). Now, Beale returns as MuszaMil with an intensely personal and political solo release. Featuring never before heard performances by the late, great 2Pac (a/k/a Makaveli), Reparation Is Due can be counted as one of the most significant hip hop albums of 2006. --Cleopatra Records 1. Outlaw, Outlaw2. Mr. Muszamil 3. Hollywood feat. Val Young, Triple 7 & Napoleon4. Last Days Of Our Lives feat. Hussler Russell5. Still Busting feat. H Ryda & Makaveli (a/k/a 2Pac)6. Interlude / Political Soldiers feat. Makaveli (a/k/a 2Pac) & H Ryda 7. Seike feat. Malcolm X8. No Reason feat. Stevie Wonder9. Let It Go feat. Teddy Pendergrass10. Don t Need None feat. Val Young & T. Scott11. Make A Change feat. Rey Chester & Napoleon12. Interlude / Thug Life Outlaw feat. Cabo & Gritty OutlawBONUS TRACK13. Dirty Game - Gritty Outlaw14. Can t Deny It feat. H. Ryda

Makaveli Presents: Reparation Is Due A historic album featuring the young prodigy of 2Pac (a/k/a Makaveli) and former Outlaw Recordz recording artist, MuszaMil!Features never before heard 2Pac recordings as he guest stars along with other members of The Outlawz!MuszaMil s debut album Hell Razed Us (released under the name Hellraza) came out on Outlaw Recordz, home to The Outlawz, the hip hop group prominently featured on the 2Pac albums The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory and Still I Rise!National tour in the works!Just one year after he was born, Kamil Beale parents were tragically murdered and his brother, Seike, committed suicide. Beale and his two surviving brothers, Mutah & Moonie, moved to Irvington, NJ where Mutah joined the rap group Outlawz under the alias Napoleon. Later, the brothers moved to Los Angeles where they met and associated with soon to be rap legend Tupac Shakur as well as a host of other members of the Outlawz. Shakur then gave Beale his first alias, Kamillion. With the encouragement of Shakur, Beale began rapping and made his first appearance on the Outlaw Recordz release, 1997 s Ride Wit Us Or Collide Wit Us (over 150,000 sold). Now, Beale returns as MuszaMil with an intensely personal and political solo release. Featuring never before heard performances by the late, great 2Pac (a/k/a Makaveli), Reparation Is Due can be counted as one of the most significant hip hop albums of 2006. --Cleopatra Records 1. Outlaw, Outlaw2. Mr. Muszamil 3. Hollywood feat. Val Young, Triple 7 & Napoleon4. Last Days Of Our Lives feat. Hussler Russell5. Still Busting feat. H Ryda & Makaveli (a/k/a 2Pac)6. Interlude / Political Soldiers feat. Makaveli (a/k/a 2Pac) & H Ryda 7. Seike feat. Malcolm X8. No Reason feat. Stevie Wonder9. Let It Go feat. Teddy Pendergrass10. Don t Need None feat. Val Young & T. Scott11. Make A Change feat. Rey Chester & Napoleon12. Interlude / Thug Life Outlaw feat. Cabo & Gritty OutlawBONUS TRACK13. Dirty Game - Gritty Outlaw14. Can t Deny It feat. H. Ryda

B000M6CXP2

Spider-Man 3 Super Kick Action with Subway Sandman

Faced with a raging New Goblin and the nearly invulnerable Sandman, Spider-Man is more than happy for the extra power granted him by this new costume. He doesn't know where it came from, and he doesn't care, as long as it helps him win. Little does he know, however, that what he thinks of as some kind of enhanced costume is actually an alien that is slowly taking over his mind! This Spider-Man figures Sandman battling action features pull-back-and-release legs that let Spider-Man kick Sandman through the subway wall! Detailed and highly posable, this is one friendly neighborhood action figure to add to your collection! Figure comes subway Sandman and a Spider-Man peel-off sticker. Faced with a raging New Goblin and the nearly invulnerable Sandman, Spider-Man is more than happy for the extra power granted him by this new costume. He doesn't know where it came from, and he doesn't care, as long as it helps him win. Little does he know, however, that what he thinks of as some kind of enhanced costume is actually an alien that is slowly taking over his mind! This Spider-Man figure?s Sandman battling action features pull-back-and-release legs that let Spider-Man "kick? Sandman through the subway wall! Detailed and highly posable, this is one friendly neighborhood action figure to add to your collection! Figure comes subway Sandman and a Spider-Man peel-off sticker.

Spider-Man 3 Super Kick Action with Subway Sandman Faced with a raging New Goblin and the nearly invulnerable Sandman, Spider-Man is more than happy for the extra power granted him by this new costume. He doesn't know where it came from, and he doesn't care, as long as it helps him win. Little does he know, however, that what he thinks of as some kind of enhanced costume is actually an alien that is slowly taking over his mind! This Spider-Man figures Sandman battling action features pull-back-and-release legs that let Spider-Man kick Sandman through the subway wall! Detailed and highly posable, this is one friendly neighborhood action figure to add to your collection! Figure comes subway Sandman and a Spider-Man peel-off sticker. Faced with a raging New Goblin and the nearly invulnerable Sandman, Spider-Man is more than happy for the extra power granted him by this new costume. He doesn't know where it came from, and he doesn't care, as long as it helps him win. Little does he know, however, that what he thinks of as some kind of enhanced costume is actually an alien that is slowly taking over his mind! This Spider-Man figure?s Sandman battling action features pull-back-and-release legs that let Spider-Man "kick? Sandman through the subway wall! Detailed and highly posable, this is one friendly neighborhood action figure to add to your collection! Figure comes subway Sandman and a Spider-Man peel-off sticker.

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The Egg Code

A debut of remarkable depth and complexity, Mike Heppner's The Egg Code explores the influence of media and technology on a Midwestern community. The book's vast, nonlinear narrative investigates the lives of a handful of individuals with loose ties to a mysterious network management company called The Gloria Corporation. Gloria murdered the father of hyper-egotistical housewife Lydia Tree, manipulating her mother, expert cryptologist Kay Tree, into leaving her hometown to assist the developing company. Stuck in a dying marriage, Lydia's fortysomething friend Donna Skye remains devoted to her husband Derek, an author and motivational speaker on the brink of psychological collapse. Derek, a former Gloria employee, finds a friend in 24-year-old Scarlet, a sweet if hopelessly nave disciple of his "easy steps" self-help philosophy. Scarlet's new boyfriend, Olden Field, is a self-proclaimed revolutionary who manages eggcode.com, a Web site devoted to spreading misinformation. As Olden's practices attract the attention of Gloria, his ad-exec friend Gray Hollows encounters legal trouble over a vaguely sexual ad campaign involving Lydia's son. Though often as sprawling as they sound, these loosely connected narratives each reveal an aspect of communication's harmful effect on culture. Of particular interest to Heppner is the tragedy that results from the popularized belief in the potential for success without effort. The book's intertwining narratives and darkly humorous view of middle-class America recall the work of writer and film director Todd Solondz. Heppner, however, shows compassion and restraint in his albeit bleak assessment, rare qualities that help make The Egg Code a valuable, through difficult, work. --Ross Doll --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. Heppner's bumptiously clever debut novel revolves around a vague premise: the Internet has been taken over, or even formed, by one business: the Gloria Corporation. In an oblique way, Gloria affects the interwoven fortunes of an odd set of characters who live close to each other in Big Dipper Township. Lydia Tree, an outrageously aggressive woman trying to hustle her intellectually underachieving son, Simon, into a stage and screen career, is the daughter of Kay Tree, a cryptanalyst who tracked Gloria for the Defense Department. Steve Mould, Lydia's husband, is not up-and-coming enough for his wife, until he gets Simon a spot on the advertisements for the chain that owns the furniture store he manages. These lewdly suggestive advertisements are merely a ploy by their creator, Gray Hollows, to provoke his boss into firing him. Gray's friend, Olden Field, meanwhile, is producing a factoid site, Eggcode.com, in order to flood the Web with disinformation. Lydia, in a typically manic moment, has entrusted Olden with pictures of Simon for a bogus Net-driven celebrity campaign, and Olden misuses them for his site. Eggcode's pics of Simon eventually backfire on Gray's ad campaign, resulting in a concatenation of disasters: Gray's ardently longed-for firing, Steve's dismissal from his company, Lydia and Steve's divorce and Olden's arrest. Meanwhile, Lydia's friend, Donna Skye, the daughter of an old German code man who knows all about Gloria, is undergoing a shaky divorce from her husband, Derek, America's premier motivational speaker, who was sponsored by Gloria until he lost his faith. Heppner resembles the movie director Paul Thomas Anderson more than he resembles any fellow writer like Anderson's Magnolia, this novel operates on multiple levels, alternating among an evidently empathetic intelligence, an uncommon comic brio and outrageously sophomoric symbolism.Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. In this ambitious, sprawling novel, information from past and present collides, fractures, and regroups until it forms a picture: a neat symmetry for its root subject, the physical hardware that makes up the Internet. A rogue router--a computer that directs traffic--begins taking control of other points of the network. Is the computer's operator, the shadowy Gloria Corporation, behind it? The mystery dwindles in importance as we meet the large cast of characters who revolve elliptically around this event: a hacker trying to undo the Internet by destroying its credibility; a jaded ad man attempting to get fired by creating outrageously cynical ad campaigns; a motivational speaker horrified by the culture of complacency he's helped create; and a tyrannical stage mother who tortures her talent-free child. This brainy, challenging fiction can be funny, but some readers will be put off by Heppner's obliquity or his arch approach. Part conspiracy opus, part bleakly absurdist humor, this novel is an acute diagnosis of our age; one wishes the talented Heppner would recommend a cure. Keir GraffCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. A hugely rewarding barnburner for the Internet age. -St. Louis Post-DispatchEngaging and lively. . . . [Heppner] is a young master of this old art, and we should be happy to see him arrive so splendidly. -The Washington PostHeppner is a fearsome cultural critic disguised in a novelist's clothing. -Entertainment Weekly This debut novel marries the threat of rogue technology with the notion of generational legacy. -The New York Times Book Review --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Olden Field is a solitary computer hacker, whose ultimate purpose is the destruction of the Gloria 21169, a monstrous router that has taken control of the Internet. Motivational speaker Derek Skye finds himself sickened by the advice he spews to his legions of fans. Meanwhile, his ex-wife Donna fabricates folklore to assist those looking for guidance in our troubled times. Her friend Lydia Mould-Tree is determined to see her talentless son, Simon, achieve celebrity, so she bullies her complacent husband into getting Simon his big break in a company advertising campaign.As only the most accomplished fiction can, The Egg Code brings them together with a host of others in a sweeping, comic, wildly entertaining narrative. In this audacious literary debut, Mike Heppner concocts a brilliantly realized, impeccably structured mediation on the value of information in our information-saturated time. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. A hugely rewarding barnburner for the Internet age. -St. Louis Post-DispatchEngaging and lively. . . . [Heppner] is a young master of this old art, and we should be happy to see him arrive so splendidly. -The Washington PostHeppner is a fearsome cultural critic disguised in a novelist's clothing. -Entertainment Weekly This debut novel marries the threat of rogue technology with the notion of generational legacy. -The New York Times Book Review --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Mike Heppner grew up in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, received an M.F.A. from Columbia University, and now lives in Providence, Rhode Island. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. I. Back in the DayThe Nature of Systems 1989It had been years since a man had touched her like that. Strong hands molded her body, her hips and soft shoulders, reminding Kay of dear Macheath Tree, dead these twenty-one years. The past two decades had been hard on the woman. All she wanted now was a respectable end, maybe a nice luncheon, a kind word from the vice president. The folks from Georgetown could even send down an assistant chair to deliver a few unfelt sentiments. Today we honor . . . the usual bullshit. She'd heard it all before, starting at Harvard, where the youngsters from Biological Sciences had worked hard to destroy her husband's program (and what an entire department couldn't accomplish with all its collective ill will, a shattered glass stamen managed quite nicely in the spring of '68).Yes, a kind word from the veep. Not this new guy, though. It wasn't that the poor fellow was such a simp, or that he'd fudged on his military background. But they should've known not to pick an extremist. The right-wingers belonged here, in this building. Let's keep the centrists in the White House, where they can't do any harm.From where she now stoodhead down, watching her reflection in the bright marble floorKay could see all the way up her dress, the pleated fringe spreading wide around her sneakers. The floors in these federal buildings were too damn shiny. Still, it excited her to watch the dress sway every time those hands pressed into her sides, fingers hot and firm against her thick cotton underwear, his knees touching hers, forcing her legs apart, so controlled, yes, we will not miss a single step, Mrs. Tree, we will execute the steps in the proper order.Sorry about the added security, ma'am. The young man at the northeast entrance passed her wristwatch through the metal detector one last time and gave it back to her. Inauguration, he explained.That's all right. She smiled, feeling sexy as she put her watch back on in front of the guard. I love getting frisked, she said. It's better than having a husband.Past security, she continued down a hallway and into an empty reception area. With the swearing-in taking place across the river, most of the Pentagon was closed down for the afternoon. Kay had known George Bush for years, and had high hopes for his presidency. The media take on the new president as some sort of bumbling idiot was a joke. As anyone who knew the real story would tell you, Bush was the balls. Even back in '73, it was Bush who'd urged President Nixon to ignore the Democrats, to insist upon his beloved rationale, national security, even if it meant endorsing a few indiscretions. This might not have been very good advice, but it certainly wasn't cowardly. It always made Kay smile, the American public's willingness to manufacture its own misinformation.On the third floor, she caught up to Mitchell Frenkle, deputy director of the DCA. He walked carefully, trying not to spill his coffee on his way past the elevators. Hi, Kay. Recognize the joint?Sure, it never changes.The man groaned. Well, we like to play around with our acronyms every now and again, but what the hell.The door to Frenkle's office opened automatically as they reached the end of the corridor. Swissshhh . . . space age! Kay looked over her shoulder, nervous around these hi-tech contraptions. The door closed behind them.Look who's here, Frenkle said. His outer office was spacious, with three secretaries' desks and a leather sofa, some magazines on the coffee table. A middle-aged man in a light suit half-rose from the sofa and shook Kay's hand.NSF, I'm Barney Crain, he said. It's nice to meet you, Mrs. Tree. Christ, she thought. First the branch, then the namethese people in Washington sure have some weird priorities.Still holding Kay's hand, Crain asked, When are you folks over at Georgetown going to send us some decent interns?Kay took her hand back. When we have some decent students, Mr. Crain. It was returning to her now, the Washington josh. Almost a form of social currency in these parts.Frenkle broke in: Crain is head statistician for the National Science Foundation. He'll be working with us today. He led the way into the next room and closed the door. On his desk, an answering machine fluttered its red eyesix quick flashes and then a pause. He shook his head. I tell people to use the e-mail, they don't listen.Give it time. Crain tossed a pair of high-density floppies onto a round conference table and settled into his chair. Hitting Play on the answering machine, Frenkle listened to his messages, the usual Inauguration Day blather.Hi, Muh-Mitch? Thuh-this is Dan here. Coughing, the voice deepened. That's Mister VeePee to you, pal, heh-heh. Just kiddin' there. Luh- listenShut the fuck up. Frenkle deleted the message, then joined the others at the table. Crouching down, he inserted both disks into a hard drive and hit the power button. The lights dimmed theatrically as a sixty-inch monitor came down from the ceiling. On the screen, a blue image showed an outline of the forty-eight contiguous states. White lines curved from one point to another, like missiles launched and exploded halfway across the country.Blinking at the bright screen, Crain resumed his original thought. Telephones are so bloody old-fashioned, it's pathetic. Even the utility companies have wised up. I still remember ATT, back in '64, '65, ATT telling Paul Baran that packet switching was a doomed concept. Now they're all lining up. You'd think this was the only thing we do.Kay tried not to listen as the two men traded inside jokes about the eggheads at ATT. She hated computer talk. She'd been around it ever since coming to Washington in 1969, and to this day she still favored the lunchtime solitude of her office to the chatter of these swashbuckling men with their hi-tech delusions. Who among them could muster up the same passion for a Strauss opera, those last liquid moments of Der Rosenkavalier, say, with the voices seeking chromaticism and yet still reaching with a backwards longing for the court and parlor? Macheath always preferred Verdi to Strauss, but he and Kay never argued about such trifles. So the man had a thing for La donna mobile, so what? At least he had a wide range of interests. Botany, yes, of course, and glassmaking, but also Scottish literature, typography, Bauhaus art and architecture, combat theory, semantics, even cross-country skiing. He cared about things, you see. For all their talk of the coming information revolution, men like Frenkle and Crain were ignorant of the world beyond the network. These men craved information, but only for its statistical value. Information was something to be channeled, transmitted, systematically converted, broken down into packets and later reassembled as text and color. The last thing anyone wanted to do was read it.Kay, we're looking at an overview of the system as it stands today. I'm sure you've seen something like it before.She pulled her glasses out of her purse, then peered up at the screen. I don't know, she said. I haven't been paying much attention lately.Kay's been too busy teaching cryptology to graduate students, Frenkle said, making it sound like an indulgence, a housewife's distraction. Kay's been taking a pottery class on Wednesdays.God, how dull, Crain muttered. What's to teach?Not much, I guess, Kay said. This was something her youngest daughter, Lydia, had never learned. Around men, sometimes it's best just to let things go. Leaning back in her seat, she added, The most promising students, I pass on. I send them across the river to Frenkle.Where they are never heard from again,' he laughed with insane abandon. Pleased with his joke, Frenkle cut the banter short. Anyway. Here nor there.Agreed. So, Kay, to bring you up to date . . . Crain tapped the mouse button, causing the image on the screen to fade behind a grid. Ignore all that. I'm sure you're familiar with the old ARPANET.Frenkle glared across the table. Jumping the gun a bit, aren't you Crain?Old, new, whatever, we need to start somewhere. A new picture hovered across the screen, depicting the original four IMPs set up by Bolt Beranek and Newman in the late sixties. Seeing this again, Kay remembered the time, her own life back then. Things were different when her husband was still alive. Macheath's world was a world of slow communications, where one had to choose each word carefully, for every mistake meant endless backtracks, cross-outs, crumpled pages in the trash can. Had he not died in 1968, would he too have shelved such habits in favor of newer, speedier modes of communication? Had technology itself brought about this blanding of shared thought?As you can see, continued Crain, dragging his mouse to erase the map. That system has since been replaced by a larger, more complicated array of nodes.Annoyed, Frenkle set down his coffee. You write it off so easily, he said. Those IMPs supported our activities for nearly two decades.Relax, Mitch. Credit due. But we all knew years ago that the network eventually would grow beyond the capacities of any single agency. If it didn't, we would've failed.Frenkle folded his arms. I just want Kay to understand the topography as it stands.The two men stared at each other, then smiled. It really was silly, in a way. This whole thing.<... --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

The Egg Code A debut of remarkable depth and complexity, Mike Heppner's The Egg Code explores the influence of media and technology on a Midwestern community. The book's vast, nonlinear narrative investigates the lives of a handful of individuals with loose ties to a mysterious network management company called The Gloria Corporation. Gloria murdered the father of hyper-egotistical housewife Lydia Tree, manipulating her mother, expert cryptologist Kay Tree, into leaving her hometown to assist the developing company. Stuck in a dying marriage, Lydia's fortysomething friend Donna Skye remains devoted to her husband Derek, an author and motivational speaker on the brink of psychological collapse. Derek, a former Gloria employee, finds a friend in 24-year-old Scarlet, a sweet if hopelessly nave disciple of his "easy steps" self-help philosophy. Scarlet's new boyfriend, Olden Field, is a self-proclaimed revolutionary who manages eggcode.com, a Web site devoted to spreading misinformation. As Olden's practices attract the attention of Gloria, his ad-exec friend Gray Hollows encounters legal trouble over a vaguely sexual ad campaign involving Lydia's son. Though often as sprawling as they sound, these loosely connected narratives each reveal an aspect of communication's harmful effect on culture. Of particular interest to Heppner is the tragedy that results from the popularized belief in the potential for success without effort. The book's intertwining narratives and darkly humorous view of middle-class America recall the work of writer and film director Todd Solondz. Heppner, however, shows compassion and restraint in his albeit bleak assessment, rare qualities that help make The Egg Code a valuable, through difficult, work. --Ross Doll --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. Heppner's bumptiously clever debut novel revolves around a vague premise: the Internet has been taken over, or even formed, by one business: the Gloria Corporation. In an oblique way, Gloria affects the interwoven fortunes of an odd set of characters who live close to each other in Big Dipper Township. Lydia Tree, an outrageously aggressive woman trying to hustle her intellectually underachieving son, Simon, into a stage and screen career, is the daughter of Kay Tree, a cryptanalyst who tracked Gloria for the Defense Department. Steve Mould, Lydia's husband, is not up-and-coming enough for his wife, until he gets Simon a spot on the advertisements for the chain that owns the furniture store he manages. These lewdly suggestive advertisements are merely a ploy by their creator, Gray Hollows, to provoke his boss into firing him. Gray's friend, Olden Field, meanwhile, is producing a factoid site, Eggcode.com, in order to flood the Web with disinformation. Lydia, in a typically manic moment, has entrusted Olden with pictures of Simon for a bogus Net-driven celebrity campaign, and Olden misuses them for his site. Eggcode's pics of Simon eventually backfire on Gray's ad campaign, resulting in a concatenation of disasters: Gray's ardently longed-for firing, Steve's dismissal from his company, Lydia and Steve's divorce and Olden's arrest. Meanwhile, Lydia's friend, Donna Skye, the daughter of an old German code man who knows all about Gloria, is undergoing a shaky divorce from her husband, Derek, America's premier motivational speaker, who was sponsored by Gloria until he lost his faith. Heppner resembles the movie director Paul Thomas Anderson more than he resembles any fellow writer like Anderson's Magnolia, this novel operates on multiple levels, alternating among an evidently empathetic intelligence, an uncommon comic brio and outrageously sophomoric symbolism.Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. In this ambitious, sprawling novel, information from past and present collides, fractures, and regroups until it forms a picture: a neat symmetry for its root subject, the physical hardware that makes up the Internet. A rogue router--a computer that directs traffic--begins taking control of other points of the network. Is the computer's operator, the shadowy Gloria Corporation, behind it? The mystery dwindles in importance as we meet the large cast of characters who revolve elliptically around this event: a hacker trying to undo the Internet by destroying its credibility; a jaded ad man attempting to get fired by creating outrageously cynical ad campaigns; a motivational speaker horrified by the culture of complacency he's helped create; and a tyrannical stage mother who tortures her talent-free child. This brainy, challenging fiction can be funny, but some readers will be put off by Heppner's obliquity or his arch approach. Part conspiracy opus, part bleakly absurdist humor, this novel is an acute diagnosis of our age; one wishes the talented Heppner would recommend a cure. Keir GraffCopyright American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition. A hugely rewarding barnburner for the Internet age. -St. Louis Post-DispatchEngaging and lively. . . . [Heppner] is a young master of this old art, and we should be happy to see him arrive so splendidly. -The Washington PostHeppner is a fearsome cultural critic disguised in a novelist's clothing. -Entertainment Weekly This debut novel marries the threat of rogue technology with the notion of generational legacy. -The New York Times Book Review --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Olden Field is a solitary computer hacker, whose ultimate purpose is the destruction of the Gloria 21169, a monstrous router that has taken control of the Internet. Motivational speaker Derek Skye finds himself sickened by the advice he spews to his legions of fans. Meanwhile, his ex-wife Donna fabricates folklore to assist those looking for guidance in our troubled times. Her friend Lydia Mould-Tree is determined to see her talentless son, Simon, achieve celebrity, so she bullies her complacent husband into getting Simon his big break in a company advertising campaign.As only the most accomplished fiction can, The Egg Code brings them together with a host of others in a sweeping, comic, wildly entertaining narrative. In this audacious literary debut, Mike Heppner concocts a brilliantly realized, impeccably structured mediation on the value of information in our information-saturated time. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. A hugely rewarding barnburner for the Internet age. -St. Louis Post-DispatchEngaging and lively. . . . [Heppner] is a young master of this old art, and we should be happy to see him arrive so splendidly. -The Washington PostHeppner is a fearsome cultural critic disguised in a novelist's clothing. -Entertainment Weekly This debut novel marries the threat of rogue technology with the notion of generational legacy. -The New York Times Book Review --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Mike Heppner grew up in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, received an M.F.A. from Columbia University, and now lives in Providence, Rhode Island. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. I. Back in the DayThe Nature of Systems 1989It had been years since a man had touched her like that. Strong hands molded her body, her hips and soft shoulders, reminding Kay of dear Macheath Tree, dead these twenty-one years. The past two decades had been hard on the woman. All she wanted now was a respectable end, maybe a nice luncheon, a kind word from the vice president. The folks from Georgetown could even send down an assistant chair to deliver a few unfelt sentiments. Today we honor . . . the usual bullshit. She'd heard it all before, starting at Harvard, where the youngsters from Biological Sciences had worked hard to destroy her husband's program (and what an entire department couldn't accomplish with all its collective ill will, a shattered glass stamen managed quite nicely in the spring of '68).Yes, a kind word from the veep. Not this new guy, though. It wasn't that the poor fellow was such a simp, or that he'd fudged on his military background. But they should've known not to pick an extremist. The right-wingers belonged here, in this building. Let's keep the centrists in the White House, where they can't do any harm.From where she now stoodhead down, watching her reflection in the bright marble floorKay could see all the way up her dress, the pleated fringe spreading wide around her sneakers. The floors in these federal buildings were too damn shiny. Still, it excited her to watch the dress sway every time those hands pressed into her sides, fingers hot and firm against her thick cotton underwear, his knees touching hers, forcing her legs apart, so controlled, yes, we will not miss a single step, Mrs. Tree, we will execute the steps in the proper order.Sorry about the added security, ma'am. The young man at the northeast entrance passed her wristwatch through the metal detector one last time and gave it back to her. Inauguration, he explained.That's all right. She smiled, feeling sexy as she put her watch back on in front of the guard. I love getting frisked, she said. It's better than having a husband.Past security, she continued down a hallway and into an empty reception area. With the swearing-in taking place across the river, most of the Pentagon was closed down for the afternoon. Kay had known George Bush for years, and had high hopes for his presidency. The media take on the new president as some sort of bumbling idiot was a joke. As anyone who knew the real story would tell you, Bush was the balls. Even back in '73, it was Bush who'd urged President Nixon to ignore the Democrats, to insist upon his beloved rationale, national security, even if it meant endorsing a few indiscretions. This might not have been very good advice, but it certainly wasn't cowardly. It always made Kay smile, the American public's willingness to manufacture its own misinformation.On the third floor, she caught up to Mitchell Frenkle, deputy director of the DCA. He walked carefully, trying not to spill his coffee on his way past the elevators. Hi, Kay. Recognize the joint?Sure, it never changes.The man groaned. Well, we like to play around with our acronyms every now and again, but what the hell.The door to Frenkle's office opened automatically as they reached the end of the corridor. Swissshhh . . . space age! Kay looked over her shoulder, nervous around these hi-tech contraptions. The door closed behind them.Look who's here, Frenkle said. His outer office was spacious, with three secretaries' desks and a leather sofa, some magazines on the coffee table. A middle-aged man in a light suit half-rose from the sofa and shook Kay's hand.NSF, I'm Barney Crain, he said. It's nice to meet you, Mrs. Tree. Christ, she thought. First the branch, then the namethese people in Washington sure have some weird priorities.Still holding Kay's hand, Crain asked, When are you folks over at Georgetown going to send us some decent interns?Kay took her hand back. When we have some decent students, Mr. Crain. It was returning to her now, the Washington josh. Almost a form of social currency in these parts.Frenkle broke in: Crain is head statistician for the National Science Foundation. He'll be working with us today. He led the way into the next room and closed the door. On his desk, an answering machine fluttered its red eyesix quick flashes and then a pause. He shook his head. I tell people to use the e-mail, they don't listen.Give it time. Crain tossed a pair of high-density floppies onto a round conference table and settled into his chair. Hitting Play on the answering machine, Frenkle listened to his messages, the usual Inauguration Day blather.Hi, Muh-Mitch? Thuh-this is Dan here. Coughing, the voice deepened. That's Mister VeePee to you, pal, heh-heh. Just kiddin' there. Luh- listenShut the fuck up. Frenkle deleted the message, then joined the others at the table. Crouching down, he inserted both disks into a hard drive and hit the power button. The lights dimmed theatrically as a sixty-inch monitor came down from the ceiling. On the screen, a blue image showed an outline of the forty-eight contiguous states. White lines curved from one point to another, like missiles launched and exploded halfway across the country.Blinking at the bright screen, Crain resumed his original thought. Telephones are so bloody old-fashioned, it's pathetic. Even the utility companies have wised up. I still remember ATT, back in '64, '65, ATT telling Paul Baran that packet switching was a doomed concept. Now they're all lining up. You'd think this was the only thing we do.Kay tried not to listen as the two men traded inside jokes about the eggheads at ATT. She hated computer talk. She'd been around it ever since coming to Washington in 1969, and to this day she still favored the lunchtime solitude of her office to the chatter of these swashbuckling men with their hi-tech delusions. Who among them could muster up the same passion for a Strauss opera, those last liquid moments of Der Rosenkavalier, say, with the voices seeking chromaticism and yet still reaching with a backwards longing for the court and parlor? Macheath always preferred Verdi to Strauss, but he and Kay never argued about such trifles. So the man had a thing for La donna mobile, so what? At least he had a wide range of interests. Botany, yes, of course, and glassmaking, but also Scottish literature, typography, Bauhaus art and architecture, combat theory, semantics, even cross-country skiing. He cared about things, you see. For all their talk of the coming information revolution, men like Frenkle and Crain were ignorant of the world beyond the network. These men craved information, but only for its statistical value. Information was something to be channeled, transmitted, systematically converted, broken down into packets and later reassembled as text and color. The last thing anyone wanted to do was read it.Kay, we're looking at an overview of the system as it stands today. I'm sure you've seen something like it before.She pulled her glasses out of her purse, then peered up at the screen. I don't know, she said. I haven't been paying much attention lately.Kay's been too busy teaching cryptology to graduate students, Frenkle said, making it sound like an indulgence, a housewife's distraction. Kay's been taking a pottery class on Wednesdays.God, how dull, Crain muttered. What's to teach?Not much, I guess, Kay said. This was something her youngest daughter, Lydia, had never learned. Around men, sometimes it's best just to let things go. Leaning back in her seat, she added, The most promising students, I pass on. I send them across the river to Frenkle.Where they are never heard from again,' he laughed with insane abandon. Pleased with his joke, Frenkle cut the banter short. Anyway. Here nor there.Agreed. So, Kay, to bring you up to date . . . Crain tapped the mouse button, causing the image on the screen to fade behind a grid. Ignore all that. I'm sure you're familiar with the old ARPANET.Frenkle glared across the table. Jumping the gun a bit, aren't you Crain?Old, new, whatever, we need to start somewhere. A new picture hovered across the screen, depicting the original four IMPs set up by Bolt Beranek and Newman in the late sixties. Seeing this again, Kay remembered the time, her own life back then. Things were different when her husband was still alive. Macheath's world was a world of slow communications, where one had to choose each word carefully, for every mistake meant endless backtracks, cross-outs, crumpled pages in the trash can. Had he not died in 1968, would he too have shelved such habits in favor of newer, speedier modes of communication? Had technology itself brought about this blanding of shared thought?As you can see, continued Crain, dragging his mouse to erase the map. That system has since been replaced by a larger, more complicated array of nodes.Annoyed, Frenkle set down his coffee. You write it off so easily, he said. Those IMPs supported our activities for nearly two decades.Relax, Mitch. Credit due. But we all knew years ago that the network eventually would grow beyond the capacities of any single agency. If it didn't, we would've failed.Frenkle folded his arms. I just want Kay to understand the topography as it stands.The two men stared at each other, then smiled. It really was silly, in a way. This whole thing.<... --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Running With Scissors

Can't get enough of 1970s-themed soundtracks? Here's another one! Like most of its period brethrens, Running With Scissors starts with a stock made of familiar hits ("Blinded by the Light," "Bennie and the Jets," "Year of the Cat"); it then adds a splash of lesser-known songs by big acts (10cc's "The Things We Do for Love") and a pinch of slightly older tunes for taste (a pair of Nat King Coles and Vince Guaraldi's "O Tannenbaum," from A Charlie Brown Christmas). Even the new track (Catherine Feeny's "Mr. Blue") sounds air-lifted from 1975. Of course, the same period songs that feel old-hat on their own usually work marvel in the context of the movie, and in a way their best use is as memory-joggers for fans of said movie. If you like mid-1970s pop, this CD will please you, but then you may well have these songs already. --Elisabeth Vincentelli No Description Available.Genre: Soundtracks & ScoresMedia Format: Compact DiskRating: Release Date: 26-SEP-2006

Running With Scissors Can't get enough of 1970s-themed soundtracks? Here's another one! Like most of its period brethrens, Running With Scissors starts with a stock made of familiar hits ("Blinded by the Light," "Bennie and the Jets," "Year of the Cat"); it then adds a splash of lesser-known songs by big acts (10cc's "The Things We Do for Love") and a pinch of slightly older tunes for taste (a pair of Nat King Coles and Vince Guaraldi's "O Tannenbaum," from A Charlie Brown Christmas). Even the new track (Catherine Feeny's "Mr. Blue") sounds air-lifted from 1975. Of course, the same period songs that feel old-hat on their own usually work marvel in the context of the movie, and in a way their best use is as memory-joggers for fans of said movie. If you like mid-1970s pop, this CD will please you, but then you may well have these songs already. --Elisabeth Vincentelli No Description Available.Genre: Soundtracks & ScoresMedia Format: Compact DiskRating: Release Date: 26-SEP-2006

B000VIRO82

Daily Dose of Dharma with Danica McKellar

Actress Danica McKellar (TV's The Wonder Years, The West Wing, and author of Math Doesn't Suck) knows the benefits that yoga and meditation provide in her busy life and now shares her passion for both in her new 2 DVD set compilation Daily Dose of Dharma with Danica McKellar. Danica teams up with her mother and world-renown meditation instructor Mahaila McKellar, and certified yoga instructor Christy Marsden, for the DVD collection that takes viewers step-by-step towards a powerful reconnection of mind, body and soul. A student of yoga for six years and meditation for 15 years, Danica has found that these techniques help her to find calmness and energy in the midst of her especially busy schedule. Even with heavy constraints on her time, Danica manages to practice yoga and meditation for at least 20 or 30 minutes each day. Wanting to share this with others, she and her mother created Daily Dose of Dharma to help people who do not have hours to dedicate to their physical and mental fitness, but who want to stay healthy and fit, centered, peaceful and productive. Daily Dose of Dharma with Danica McKellar is an invigorating DVD collection that includes eight 10-20 minute yoga and meditation segments, making it the perfect tool for those who have little time and want to re-energize and release stress. These compact programs give people a chance to get a daily dose of renewing energy and relaxation in their otherwise busy lives. This exclusive DVD collection features a simple and easy-to-use menu, eight flexible, customizable programs to fit any schedule. Segments include Intro to Meditation and Intro to Yoga, which provide detailed instruction for beginners, making it easy for anyone to learn these life-changing techniques. The programs are created primarily for those at a beginner's or intermediate's level, while the exotic settings, inspirational music, and flexibility of the programs are a delightful change of pace for the expert as well. Daily Dose of Dharma is the first yoga and meditation DVD set to be filmed on the beautiful coastline beaches and the luxuriously peaceful greenery of Lanai, Hawaii. Viewers will find themselves instantly transported to exotic locales and breathtakingly beautiful vistas, with inspiring, original music written specifically for each program by internationally acclaimed composer Mike Verta. Presented in 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound, this immersive audio and visual experience lifts viewers out of the chaotic stress of everyday life, and onto an enlightened path a path to greater strength, clarity, and confidence.

Daily Dose of Dharma with Danica McKellar Actress Danica McKellar (TV's The Wonder Years, The West Wing, and author of Math Doesn't Suck) knows the benefits that yoga and meditation provide in her busy life and now shares her passion for both in her new 2 DVD set compilation Daily Dose of Dharma with Danica McKellar. Danica teams up with her mother and world-renown meditation instructor Mahaila McKellar, and certified yoga instructor Christy Marsden, for the DVD collection that takes viewers step-by-step towards a powerful reconnection of mind, body and soul. A student of yoga for six years and meditation for 15 years, Danica has found that these techniques help her to find calmness and energy in the midst of her especially busy schedule. Even with heavy constraints on her time, Danica manages to practice yoga and meditation for at least 20 or 30 minutes each day. Wanting to share this with others, she and her mother created Daily Dose of Dharma to help people who do not have hours to dedicate to their physical and mental fitness, but who want to stay healthy and fit, centered, peaceful and productive. Daily Dose of Dharma with Danica McKellar is an invigorating DVD collection that includes eight 10-20 minute yoga and meditation segments, making it the perfect tool for those who have little time and want to re-energize and release stress. These compact programs give people a chance to get a daily dose of renewing energy and relaxation in their otherwise busy lives. This exclusive DVD collection features a simple and easy-to-use menu, eight flexible, customizable programs to fit any schedule. Segments include Intro to Meditation and Intro to Yoga, which provide detailed instruction for beginners, making it easy for anyone to learn these life-changing techniques. The programs are created primarily for those at a beginner's or intermediate's level, while the exotic settings, inspirational music, and flexibility of the programs are a delightful change of pace for the expert as well. Daily Dose of Dharma is the first yoga and meditation DVD set to be filmed on the beautiful coastline beaches and the luxuriously peaceful greenery of Lanai, Hawaii. Viewers will find themselves instantly transported to exotic locales and breathtakingly beautiful vistas, with inspiring, original music written specifically for each program by internationally acclaimed composer Mike Verta. Presented in 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound, this immersive audio and visual experience lifts viewers out of the chaotic stress of everyday life, and onto an enlightened path a path to greater strength, clarity, and confidence.

B000FF8RG4

PaleyBar Jam'n Peanuts Bar, 2-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12)

PaleyBar Jam'n Peanuts Bar is inspired by that classic childhood favorite, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It's packed with peanuts, dried strawberries, and honey to make an energy source that tastes great. Made with organic peanuts, dates and raisins. Radically nutritious. Green friendly packaging: Good for you - good for the planet. Certified organic by Indiana Certified Organic, LLC.

PaleyBar Jam'n Peanuts Bar, 2-Ounce Bars (Pack of 12) PaleyBar Jam'n Peanuts Bar is inspired by that classic childhood favorite, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It's packed with peanuts, dried strawberries, and honey to make an energy source that tastes great. Made with organic peanuts, dates and raisins. Radically nutritious. Green friendly packaging: Good for you - good for the planet. Certified organic by Indiana Certified Organic, LLC.

B000FOR9XM

Takacs Quartet: Death and the Maiden (2006)

The Takacs Quartet performs Beethoven's String Quartet in F, Op. 59, No. 1 "Razumovsky," Schubert's String Quartet No. 14 in D minor, D810 "Death And the Maiden,' and Haydn's String Quartet in C, Op. 33, No. 3 "The Bird," filmed at Hopetoun House in Scotl

Takacs Quartet: Death and the Maiden (2006) The Takacs Quartet performs Beethoven's String Quartet in F, Op. 59, No. 1 "Razumovsky," Schubert's String Quartet No. 14 in D minor, D810 "Death And the Maiden,' and Haydn's String Quartet in C, Op. 33, No. 3 "The Bird," filmed at Hopetoun House in Scotl

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Sixteen Scandals

Political humor found a fresh voice 20 years ago with musical parodies from the Capitol Steps, including such topical tunes as "Stand by Your Dan" and "Boys Just Wanna Have Guns." Cofounded by Strauss and Newport, the group, composed of former congressional staffers, originated when a few aides performed nine songs at the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Christmas party. Strauss and Newport continue to write, produce and direct, and they also narrate the 72-minute audio CD that accompanies the book and features a litany of lampoonery, 52 tracks from "Immense Expense Is Mainly in Defense" to "There's a Hole in the Center of the Ballot." Bill Clinton's escapades of course provided much fodder for humor, including the hilarious "Unzippin' My Doodah." The group is bipartisan in its choice of targets, and while Strauss and Newport bemoan the end of the cold war ("Sure, Bush's `New World Order' made life kind and gentle, but around the globe, the old entertainment value was missing"), they have moved on to ribbing the Culture War and corporate scandal ("Enron-Ron-Ron"). This is a fun read (and listen), including a fascinating chapter tracing the history of American political satire.Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. Cofounders William Strauss and Elaina Newport have been The Capitol Steps's principal writers, director and producer. They wrote a small original paperback on the 1992 presidential campaign, Fools on the Hill. Separately, William Strauss has authored or coauthored six books on American generational history and contemporary culture. He lives in McLean, Virginia. Elaina Newport lives in Arlington, Virginia. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. These former and current congressional staffers have come a long way--from the halls of power to, well, the halls of power. For their quip- and innuendo-filled song parodies, pointed as a Sam Donaldson question to a dallying president, have brought them full circle as they entertain our government and others. Whether they're skewering past administrations or present, the fun and melodious Steps bring laughter as they bid George W. to "Don't Go Pretending You're Smart" (to the tune of "Don't Go Breaking My Heart") and "Stand by Your Dan," sung by Mrs. Quayle to the tune of Tammy Wynette's classic. A fast-paced disc of fun, highly recommended. D.J.B. 2003 Audie Award Finalist AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine-- Copyright AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Sixteen Scandals Political humor found a fresh voice 20 years ago with musical parodies from the Capitol Steps, including such topical tunes as "Stand by Your Dan" and "Boys Just Wanna Have Guns." Cofounded by Strauss and Newport, the group, composed of former congressional staffers, originated when a few aides performed nine songs at the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Christmas party. Strauss and Newport continue to write, produce and direct, and they also narrate the 72-minute audio CD that accompanies the book and features a litany of lampoonery, 52 tracks from "Immense Expense Is Mainly in Defense" to "There's a Hole in the Center of the Ballot." Bill Clinton's escapades of course provided much fodder for humor, including the hilarious "Unzippin' My Doodah." The group is bipartisan in its choice of targets, and while Strauss and Newport bemoan the end of the cold war ("Sure, Bush's `New World Order' made life kind and gentle, but around the globe, the old entertainment value was missing"), they have moved on to ribbing the Culture War and corporate scandal ("Enron-Ron-Ron"). This is a fun read (and listen), including a fascinating chapter tracing the history of American political satire.Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. Cofounders William Strauss and Elaina Newport have been The Capitol Steps's principal writers, director and producer. They wrote a small original paperback on the 1992 presidential campaign, Fools on the Hill. Separately, William Strauss has authored or coauthored six books on American generational history and contemporary culture. He lives in McLean, Virginia. Elaina Newport lives in Arlington, Virginia. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. These former and current congressional staffers have come a long way--from the halls of power to, well, the halls of power. For their quip- and innuendo-filled song parodies, pointed as a Sam Donaldson question to a dallying president, have brought them full circle as they entertain our government and others. Whether they're skewering past administrations or present, the fun and melodious Steps bring laughter as they bid George W. to "Don't Go Pretending You're Smart" (to the tune of "Don't Go Breaking My Heart") and "Stand by Your Dan," sung by Mrs. Quayle to the tune of Tammy Wynette's classic. A fast-paced disc of fun, highly recommended. D.J.B. 2003 Audie Award Finalist AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine-- Copyright AudioFile, Portland, Maine

B000OP3R7O

Herban Cowboy Cologne, Dusk, 1.7 Fluid Ounce

Herban Cowboy dusk cologne with a natural masculine scent free of phthalates, vegan and 100% US made and recyclable.

Herban Cowboy Cologne, Dusk, 1.7 Fluid Ounce Herban Cowboy dusk cologne with a natural masculine scent free of phthalates, vegan and 100% US made and recyclable.

B000G3INZK

Grip 10 pc Jumbo Combo Wrench Set SAE

Sizes - 1 5/16", 1 3/8", 1 7/16", 1 1/2", 1 5/8", 1 11/16", 1 3/4", 1 13/16", 1 7/8", 2".

Grip 10 pc Jumbo Combo Wrench Set SAE Sizes - 1 5/16", 1 3/8", 1 7/16", 1 1/2", 1 5/8", 1 11/16", 1 3/4", 1 13/16", 1 7/8", 2".

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The Valley of Death: Sergeant Jack Crossman and the Battle of Balaclava

"- The novel is packed with action... all in all, our hero has more lives than a catl' - Crimean War Research Society - '... details the horrifying truth of the (Crimean) campaign with dash and a very keen eye for historical detail.' - Western Morning News - 'A rousing tale which will entertain all who enjoy historical fiction.' - The War Correspondent - 'The story moves along at a cracking pace. The historical detail is well researched and paints a vivid picture of a British army where supplies are scant... disease is rife and morale is low, yet there is the raw guts of men sent to do a job, regardless of the odds.' - Historical Novel Society --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Garry Kilworth was raised in South Yemen, the son of an RAF sergeant. Later he served 15 years in the RAF himself. Most recently he was with the British Army in Hong Kong, where he wrote for the South China Morning Post. He now spends his time between Suffolk and Spain, writing full time. He has won many awards for both his children's and adult novels. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

The Valley of Death: Sergeant Jack Crossman and the Battle of Balaclava "- The novel is packed with action... all in all, our hero has more lives than a catl' - Crimean War Research Society - '... details the horrifying truth of the (Crimean) campaign with dash and a very keen eye for historical detail.' - Western Morning News - 'A rousing tale which will entertain all who enjoy historical fiction.' - The War Correspondent - 'The story moves along at a cracking pace. The historical detail is well researched and paints a vivid picture of a British army where supplies are scant... disease is rife and morale is low, yet there is the raw guts of men sent to do a job, regardless of the odds.' - Historical Novel Society --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Garry Kilworth was raised in South Yemen, the son of an RAF sergeant. Later he served 15 years in the RAF himself. Most recently he was with the British Army in Hong Kong, where he wrote for the South China Morning Post. He now spends his time between Suffolk and Spain, writing full time. He has won many awards for both his children's and adult novels. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

B000FWGPOS

Who's Who of Pulitzer Prize Winners

The main reference question this book answersA"Who won the Pulitzer Prize for X in year Y?"Acan now be answered by using the Pulitzer web site at (www.pulitzer.org). The web site is superior to the book for information from 1995 to the present because it provides not only information on the prize winners but also the names of the other finalists, the names of the jurors, and, significantly, links to the full text of the prize-winning articles. For prizes awarded from 1917 to 1995, however, the web site provides only the name of the prize winner and a brief explanation, whereas this book provides detailed biographical information, including the winner's dates, education, career, selected works, other awards, references, and commentary. Frugal libraries can use the web site to obtain a name and then rely on standard biographical sources for the biography, but comprehensive collections and news libraries will want to use both the book and the web site to obtain the most complete information. Brennan is currently a freelance information specialist, while Clarage teaches library administration at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.AMarc Meola, Temple Univ. Lib., Philadelphia Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. Established in 1917 by publisher Joseph Pulitzer, the Pulitzer Prize is now awarded in 21 categories, including investigative reporting, news photography, drama, poetry, music, and others. It continues to be the most coveted honor in journalism. Yet while many publications have been written on the topic of the Pulitzer Prizes, none has provided basic factual information on all of the winners. This new reference tool profiles each of the more than 1,100 individuals who have received this honor from 1917 through 1998. Entries include the winner's name, year and category for the Pulitzer Prize(s) won, birthdate, family, education, career summary, other awards won, list of selected works, and where to locate additional information. Several entries also include photos of the winner. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Who's Who of Pulitzer Prize Winners The main reference question this book answersA"Who won the Pulitzer Prize for X in year Y?"Acan now be answered by using the Pulitzer web site at (www.pulitzer.org). The web site is superior to the book for information from 1995 to the present because it provides not only information on the prize winners but also the names of the other finalists, the names of the jurors, and, significantly, links to the full text of the prize-winning articles. For prizes awarded from 1917 to 1995, however, the web site provides only the name of the prize winner and a brief explanation, whereas this book provides detailed biographical information, including the winner's dates, education, career, selected works, other awards, references, and commentary. Frugal libraries can use the web site to obtain a name and then rely on standard biographical sources for the biography, but comprehensive collections and news libraries will want to use both the book and the web site to obtain the most complete information. Brennan is currently a freelance information specialist, while Clarage teaches library administration at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.AMarc Meola, Temple Univ. Lib., Philadelphia Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition. Established in 1917 by publisher Joseph Pulitzer, the Pulitzer Prize is now awarded in 21 categories, including investigative reporting, news photography, drama, poetry, music, and others. It continues to be the most coveted honor in journalism. Yet while many publications have been written on the topic of the Pulitzer Prizes, none has provided basic factual information on all of the winners. This new reference tool profiles each of the more than 1,100 individuals who have received this honor from 1917 through 1998. Entries include the winner's name, year and category for the Pulitzer Prize(s) won, birthdate, family, education, career summary, other awards won, list of selected works, and where to locate additional information. Several entries also include photos of the winner. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

B0002II99E

RockStand Folding Multiple Guitar Stand (for 5 Guitars)

The RockStand Flat Pack Stand safely keeps your five favorite guitars useful. The back-to-back design practically makes it impossible for a guitar to take a tumble out of the stand, and padded foam covers the Flat Pack Stand everywhere the guitar touches the stand to protect the finish. When you need to move the stand, simply collapse it down and carry it where you need to go. Onstage or in the studio, keep your guitars where you need them with the Flat Pack Stand!

RockStand Folding Multiple Guitar Stand (for 5 Guitars) The RockStand Flat Pack Stand safely keeps your five favorite guitars useful. The back-to-back design practically makes it impossible for a guitar to take a tumble out of the stand, and padded foam covers the Flat Pack Stand everywhere the guitar touches the stand to protect the finish. When you need to move the stand, simply collapse it down and carry it where you need to go. Onstage or in the studio, keep your guitars where you need them with the Flat Pack Stand!

B0001D67IK

Beefsteak Tomato Heirloom Certified Organic Seeds

The sandwich tomato. When transplanting tomatoes, bury half of the stem after you have taken the leaves off. You will be rewarded with a sturdier, more productive plant. Indeterminate; requires support for best results. Packet contains enough seeds for 20 plants after thinning.

Beefsteak Tomato Heirloom Certified Organic Seeds The sandwich tomato. When transplanting tomatoes, bury half of the stem after you have taken the leaves off. You will be rewarded with a sturdier, more productive plant. Indeterminate; requires support for best results. Packet contains enough seeds for 20 plants after thinning.

B00000IQV7

Patch Adams - Collector's Edition (1998)

Patch Adams raises two schools of thought: There are those who are inspired by the true story of a troubled man who finds happiness in helping others--a man set on changing the world and who may well accomplish the task. And then there are those who feel manipulated by this feel-good story, who want to smack the young medical student every time he begins his silly antics. Staving off suicidal thoughts, Hunter Adams commits himself into a psychiatric ward, where he not only garners the nickname "Patch," but learns the joy in helping others. To this end, he decides to go to medical school, where he clashes with the staid conventions of the establishment as he attempts to inject humor and humanity into his treatment of the patients ("We need to start treating the patient as well as the disease," he declares throughout the film). Robin Williams, in the title role, is as charming as ever, although someone should tell him to broaden his range--the ever-cheerful do-gooder la Good Will Hunting and Dead Poets Society is getting a little old. His sidekick Truman (Daniel London) steals the show with his gawky allure and eyebrows that threaten to overtake his lean face--he seems more real, which is odd considering that Patch Adams does exist and this film is based on his life. Monica Potter is the coolly reluctant love interest, and she makes the most of her one-dimensional part. While moments of true heartfelt emotion do come through, the major flaw of this film is that the good guys are just so gosh-darn good and the bad ones are just big meanies with no character development. Patch Adams, though, does provide the tears, the giggles, and the kooky folks who will keep you smiling at the end. --Jenny Brown Meet Patch Adams (Academy Award-winner Robin Williams), a doctor who doesn't look, act or think like any doctor you've met before. For Patch, humor is the best medicine, and he's willing to do just about anything to make his patients laugh - even if it means risking his own career. Based on a true story, Patch Adams combines sidesplitting humor with an inspiring story that transcends the traditional comedy.

Patch Adams - Collector's Edition (1998) Patch Adams raises two schools of thought: There are those who are inspired by the true story of a troubled man who finds happiness in helping others--a man set on changing the world and who may well accomplish the task. And then there are those who feel manipulated by this feel-good story, who want to smack the young medical student every time he begins his silly antics. Staving off suicidal thoughts, Hunter Adams commits himself into a psychiatric ward, where he not only garners the nickname "Patch," but learns the joy in helping others. To this end, he decides to go to medical school, where he clashes with the staid conventions of the establishment as he attempts to inject humor and humanity into his treatment of the patients ("We need to start treating the patient as well as the disease," he declares throughout the film). Robin Williams, in the title role, is as charming as ever, although someone should tell him to broaden his range--the ever-cheerful do-gooder la Good Will Hunting and Dead Poets Society is getting a little old. His sidekick Truman (Daniel London) steals the show with his gawky allure and eyebrows that threaten to overtake his lean face--he seems more real, which is odd considering that Patch Adams does exist and this film is based on his life. Monica Potter is the coolly reluctant love interest, and she makes the most of her one-dimensional part. While moments of true heartfelt emotion do come through, the major flaw of this film is that the good guys are just so gosh-darn good and the bad ones are just big meanies with no character development. Patch Adams, though, does provide the tears, the giggles, and the kooky folks who will keep you smiling at the end. --Jenny Brown Meet Patch Adams (Academy Award-winner Robin Williams), a doctor who doesn't look, act or think like any doctor you've met before. For Patch, humor is the best medicine, and he's willing to do just about anything to make his patients laugh - even if it means risking his own career. Based on a true story, Patch Adams combines sidesplitting humor with an inspiring story that transcends the traditional comedy.

1855329964

The King's German Legion (1): 1803-12 (Men-at-Arms) (v. 1)

Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present. Mike Chappell comes from an Aldershot family with British Army connections stretching back several generations. He enlisted as a teenage private in the Royal Hampshire Regiment in 1952. Over the next 22 years of infantry soldiering, many of them spent with the Gloucester Regiment, he held every rank and many regimental appointments up to WO1 and Regimental Sergeant Major. he retired in 1974, as RSM of the 1st Battalion The Wessex Regiment (Rifle Volunteers), after seeing service in Malaya, Cyprus, Swaziland, Libya, Germany, Ulster and home garrisons. He began painting military subjects in 1968 and since then has gained worldwide popularity as a military illustrator. Mike has also written and illustrated many quality books in the Osprey Military list.

The King's German Legion (1): 1803-12 (Men-at-Arms) (v. 1) Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present. Mike Chappell comes from an Aldershot family with British Army connections stretching back several generations. He enlisted as a teenage private in the Royal Hampshire Regiment in 1952. Over the next 22 years of infantry soldiering, many of them spent with the Gloucester Regiment, he held every rank and many regimental appointments up to WO1 and Regimental Sergeant Major. he retired in 1974, as RSM of the 1st Battalion The Wessex Regiment (Rifle Volunteers), after seeing service in Malaya, Cyprus, Swaziland, Libya, Germany, Ulster and home garrisons. He began painting military subjects in 1968 and since then has gained worldwide popularity as a military illustrator. Mike has also written and illustrated many quality books in the Osprey Military list.

B00000ERXC

Cocoon

SONGS: Through the Window; the Lovemaking; The Chase; Rose's Death; The Boys are Out; Returning to the Sea; Gravity; Discovered in the Poolhouse!; First Tears; Sad Goodbyes; The Ascension; and, Theme from Cocoon. (c) 1985 by PolyGram Records, Inc., catalogue number 827 041-4 Y-1. Dolby Stereo. Movie soundtrack.

Cocoon SONGS: Through the Window; the Lovemaking; The Chase; Rose's Death; The Boys are Out; Returning to the Sea; Gravity; Discovered in the Poolhouse!; First Tears; Sad Goodbyes; The Ascension; and, Theme from Cocoon. (c) 1985 by PolyGram Records, Inc., catalogue number 827 041-4 Y-1. Dolby Stereo. Movie soundtrack.

B0007JQXDC

Hegel's science of logic, (Muirhead library of philosophy)

Text: English, German (translation) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Translator A. V. Miller is a scholar internationally recognized for his extensive and excellent translations of Hegel. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Hegel's science of logic, (Muirhead library of philosophy) Text: English, German (translation) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Translator A. V. Miller is a scholar internationally recognized for his extensive and excellent translations of Hegel. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

B000W2FI7Q

Nadia Boulanger - Mademoiselle (1977)

Any composer or educator who needs an antidote to their creative malaise or writer's block should listen to what she has to say about the restorative and ineffable power of music... -- Sequenza 21 This film by Bruno Monsingeon profiles Boulanger and includes works by Mozart, Stravinsky, Boulanger, Brahms, Robert Schumann, Haguenauer, and Bach with performers including Emile Naoumoff, Boulanger, Charles Fisk, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Kathleen Ferr

Nadia Boulanger - Mademoiselle (1977) Any composer or educator who needs an antidote to their creative malaise or writer's block should listen to what she has to say about the restorative and ineffable power of music... -- Sequenza 21 This film by Bruno Monsingeon profiles Boulanger and includes works by Mozart, Stravinsky, Boulanger, Brahms, Robert Schumann, Haguenauer, and Bach with performers including Emile Naoumoff, Boulanger, Charles Fisk, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Kathleen Ferr