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Nine O'Clock Blue
Teresa Henkle Langness Manufacturer: Writer's Showcase Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0595007511 |
Book Description
Nine O’Clock Blue tells the lyrical but gripping tale of a man haunted by his past and a young girl, Delia May Burris, whose family battles the racism of the pre-civil rights South. Delia confronts her childhood trauma again as an adult during the 1992 Los Angeles civil unrest. She seeks solutions in the wilderness and stumbles into an environmental controversy. One surprising turn of events after another brings her face-to-face with her nemesis. Mystery, history and a touch of magic realism bring this poignant story to life.Customer Reviews:
Fantastic Book.......2004-09-07
Fascinating page turner from beginning to end........2001-05-04
Poetic and vivid in its description of the times, places and
events that shaped the life of the intriguing main character Delia May
Burris. Her tragic life experiences help us to understand more about
our suffering society and explores the most challenging issue of
racial prejudice with compassion and insight.
In the end the skilled
and gifted writer Teresa Langness shows the potentially redeemable
goodness of humanity though characters who made choices we can admire
and emulate in our lives.
Experience the soul-journey of Nine O'Clock Blue.......2000-11-16
Childhood experiences illuminate an urban racial explosion.......2000-11-03
This ageless book belongs in your library, to reread, to share, to cherish.
Lea Ann King, Commissioner, Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations
Crossing Racial and Gender Lines.......2000-11-02
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Nine O'Clock Blue: A Novel
Teresa Henkle Langness Manufacturer: Writer's Showcase ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000MWUWRM |
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Murder on the Riviera
Mary-Jane Deeb Manufacturer: Paraclete Press (MA) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items: ASIN: 1557253536 |
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Having recently inherited ten million dollars from her French Grand-mère, Marie-Christine "Chrissy" Medici is enjoying the sun-drenched beaches and culinary delights of the French Riviera. Prompted by her Grand-mere, Chrissy takes the plunge into her dreamed-of literary career by purchasing Le Loup Garou, a small newspaper in Grasse. But her journalistic professionand her very lifeis threatened to be cut short when the newspaper's former editor is found in his sitting room, shot dead.With the help of her sharp-witted Grand-mère, and the soft-spoken, impeccable cook Sister Angela from Cape Cod, Chrissy sets out to unravel the baffling chain of events that led up to the crime. But human emotionsenvy, greed, the pain of lost lovecast suspicion on almost everyone involved. Can this trio of women outwit a deceptive and dangerous killer lurking in their very midst?
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A delightful murder-mystery.......2004-09-03
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The crime coast: A murder mystery of the French Riviera
Elizabeth Gill Manufacturer: Published for The Crime Club, inc., by Doubleday, Doran ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B000869KBQ |
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Murder on the Riviera Express
Manufacturer: Lagoon Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 189971247X |
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Murder on the Riviera Express a Mystery Puzzle Book You Are the Detective !
Series Editor Simon Melhuish, red endpapers, Introduction Index, illustrated by Nick Hoare Manufacturer: Lagoon Books UK ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000JD48HY |
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The Olive Grove
Manufacturer: Walker and Co. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000FXXXRY |
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Story of a family murdered on a camping trip to the French Riviera.
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Murder on the English Riviera
Janet Linda Harward Manufacturer: C P Printing & Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0952516101 |
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Murder on the Riviera
Mary-Jane Deeb Manufacturer: Paraclete Press (MA) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000MC2Q7G |
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Murder on the Riviera Express
Unkown Manufacturer: Lagoon Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000PKUNQQ |
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MYSTERY PUZZLE BOOK SERIES: Murder on the Riviera Express; Murder in Manhattan; Murder at Thrippleton Hall; Mind Bending Classic Logic Puzzles
Nick Hoare Manufacturer: Lagoon Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000NRVF6I |
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Hunter: Holy War (Hunter: The Reckoning (Paperback))
Manufacturer: White Wolf Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1588467023 |
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Ignore the Title; Read the Book Anyway.......2004-01-11
The first chapter introduces us to a number of Kiswah (the Arabic name for Imbued) and provides us with information on the Middle East. Theres a lexicon of terms used by Middle Eastern Hunters (all of whom share Arabic for some mystical reason; generally its held as proof that God chose the Hunters, as Arabic is seen as the language of God), as well as a basic introduction to Arabic culture. The major religions of the Middle East, such as Islam, Christianity and Judaism, are all mentioned. Then theres the "survival guide", which mentions general information on what to do, where to go and what monsters exist in Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Syria and several other Middle Eastern countries. Chapter Two goes into the Kiswah's first attempts at working together, as well as theories on their purpose and origins, ranging from righteous Muslims who believe they were inspired by God to pre-Islamic Arab to skeptical scientists, and pretty much everything in between. It also looks at how Arab (and Jewish) Hunters view the different Creeds using Arabic and kabbalistic terms. Very nice for the setting.
In the next chapter, we are given some information on the Thalmudites (walking dead), Amalikites (spirits), Adites (vampires) and Midianites (shapeshifters) after four civilizations destroyed by God. It also gives some advice on the Hunt, including advice for each of the three Virtues on how to use your advantages. The next chapter gives even more advice on working together with other Kiswah, as well as other useful things for working in a group, such as the effort to unify all Kiswah, and the issues of cultural, ethnic and religious difference. As the book points out, there is a great deal of diversity in the Middle East beyond Arabs; Persians, Kurds, Turks, Yezidis, Druze, Bahai and lots more too. In addition, special mention is made of women's roles in society.
Chapter five finally starts giving us useful out-of-character information. An examination of the differences in theme and setting is given, along with some character creation guidelines. There aren't "special rules" for creating Kiswah that differ from mainstream western Hunters. What is given, though, is information on how certain Abilities and Backgrounds are going to be different in a Middle Eastern setting, along with some information on Abilities or Backgrounds that are very likely and which ones should be restricted (like Firearms and Arsenal, due to heavy restrictions on guns in many countries). In addition, an alternative look at the Creeds and Virtues is given, one which draws upon Arabic and Islamic culture. These changes are merely cosmetic, but do help establish the setting much better than the western names. In addition, a handful of new Edges are presented. Theres also a couple new systems, one for Al Ha'it (True Faith basically) and one for the Middle Eastern version of the Word (which always appears in Arabic).
The book closes out with a nice little chapter of ST specific material. This chapter goes more into detail on the setting, the reasoning behind the Word being in Arabic, Al Ha'it and even the secret police of the Kiswah. It closes up with a look at the Jinn (generic term for monsters) and some Kiswah of note. But this chapter should definately be left to STs, if only for the enjoyment of the game. Overall, I found this to be a wonderful book. While I'm not a big fan of the title, it really does do a nice job removing alot of stereotypes about the Middle East. The book is steeped in Arabic, Islamic and Middle Eastern culture, and makes it possible for anyone to understand and appreciate the setting. I strongly recommend that Hunter: the Reckoning players and STs check out this book, if only for a change of pace and an exciting new location, and any others in the Year of the Scarab series.
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The Christian and war: Being "The Word under the cross" and God's unknown Church ... as revealed in the Holy Scriptures
Hunter Beattie Manufacturer: Glad Tidings Book and Tract Depot ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0007E9UP0 |
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YogaKids: Educating the Whole Child Through Yoga
Marsha Wenig Manufacturer: Stewart, Tabori and Chang ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1584792922 |
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The innovative YogaKids(r) program offers more than just poses: It blends traditional yoga and its benefits with new theories of multiple learning styles in a comprehensive, imaginative, and playful approach to education.The best-selling YogaKids(r) video (a Parent's Choice award winner) has been helping kids-and their parents-discover the pleasures and benefits of yoga for more than seven years. With this book, Marsha Wenig's fun and child-friendly course is expanded and enriched for parents, teachers, and caregivers.
YogaKids(r) presents more than 50 carefully selected poses, in clear, easy-to-follow, color photographs, paired with special activities that stimulate children's verbal, spatial, and artistic skills. The book includes special yoga routines to cover a multitude of common situations, such as calming down, getting ready for a test, or even riding in a car, as well as help for children with special needs. Parents learn the physical and emotional benefits of each pose; children discover that learning is fun, that exercise feels good, and that taking care of their bodies is easy.
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So much fun!.......2007-05-17
Great in the classroom!.......2007-01-04
Excellent resource!.......2005-10-14
YogaKids:Educating the Whole Child Through Yoga.......2005-08-17
Best kids yoga book out there!.......2004-05-01
this is a must have to introduce yoga and it's life-long benefits.
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The Anne of Green Gables Cookbook
Kate McDonald Manufacturer: Seal Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0770422586 Release Date: 1988-08-01 |
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Inspired by the most famous of all Canadian children's books, L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables,this cookbook combines easy step-by-step recipes with charming watercolours of Anne and her friends and quotations from three of the ever-popular Anne books. Never before have good things to eat and drink been so successfully derived from cooking episodes in children's literature. From 'Poetical Egg Salad Sandwiches' to 'Anne's Liniment Cake' and 'Diana Barry's Favourite Raspberry Cordial,' these delicious treats will be fun to make--and they'll be sure to turn out well because they were kitchen-tested by a twelve-year old who had perfect results!Customer Reviews:
Very nice........2007-05-07
Anne's Saucy Chicken is divine!.......2006-03-27
Terrific.......2003-08-27
P.S. I got 96% on my project :)
Good Gift.......2001-06-19
For the True Anne Lover.......2001-05-19
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The Anne of Green Gables Cookbook
Kate MacDonald Manufacturer: Oxfod University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000TD43EC |
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Anne of Green Gables Cookbook
Kate Macdonald Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, Incorporated ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000KPE8JE |
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Anne of Green Gables Cookbook
Manufacturer: Bantam Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 9992416823 |
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The Anne of Green Gables Cookbook
Kate MacDonald Manufacturer: Oxford Univ Pr ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000VHR168 |
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Accurizing the Factory Rifle
M. L. McPherson Manufacturer: Precision Shooting Inc ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0967094836 |
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Deals in considerable depth with the topic of accurizing the factory rifle. Covers bolt action rifles in detail, with coverage for lever actions, pumps and single shot rifles as well. Not for major gunsmithing such as chambering, the book is intended for minor corrective work, and is fully illustrated.
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Accurizing The Factory Rifle
M.L. McPherson ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000QHDRCU |
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White on White: Elegant Designs to Stitch (Simply Stitched series)
Janet Haigh Manufacturer: Interweave Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1931499861 |
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I expect better from Interweave.......2005-04-02
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Earthbag Building: The Tools, Tricks and Techniques (Natural Building Series)
Kaki Hunter , and Donald Kiffmeyer Manufacturer: New Society Publishers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0865715076 |
Book Description
Over seventy percent of Americans cannot afford to own a code-enforced, contractor-built home. This has led to widespread interest in using natural materials -- straw, cob, and earth -- for building homes and other buildings that are inexpensive, and that rely largely on labor rather than expensive and often environmentally-damaging outsourced materials.
Earthbag Building is the first comprehensive guide to all the tools, tricks, and techniques for building with bags filled with earth - or earthbags. Having been introduced to sandbag construction by the renowned Nader Khalili in 1993, the authors developed this "Flexible Form Rammed Earth Technique" over the last decade. A reliable method for constructing homes, outbuildings, garden walls and much more, this enduring, tree-free architecture can also be used to create arched and domed structures of great beauty -- in any region, and at home, in developing countries, or in emergency relief work.
This profusely illustrated guide first discusses the many merits of earthbag construction, and then leads the reader through the key elements of an earthbag building:
With dedicated sections on costs, making your own specialized tools, and building code considerations, as well as a complete resources guide, Earthbag Building is the long-awaited, definitive guide to this uniquely pleasing construction style.
Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series
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An exciting new building method.......2007-06-01
Detailed, and well-written........2007-05-21
Build Your Home of Earthbags.......2007-04-04
Six Stars!.......2007-03-15
Great Book for Superadobe.......2007-01-06
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39th Publication Design Annual
The Society of Publication Designers Manufacturer: Rockport Publishers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 159253080X |
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The best visual design work is about emotion as much as sight. Powerful, brilliant pictures -- presented in just the right layout -- can make us experience a whole range of emotions, from fear to attraction, from anger to happiness.The Society of Publication Designers (SPD) annual competition seeks the very best in editorial design work. Judged by a worldwide panel of top designers, the 39th edition of Rockport?s best-selling SPD series celebrates the journalists, editorial directors, photographers, and other talented individuals who brought the year 2003 -- with all its triumphs and disasters -- to our doorsteps and computer screens.
Stunning full-page layouts present everything from products to people, objects to events, in ways that made each palpable and unforgettable. Featuring work published in a wide range of mediums and created by journalistic, design, and publishing talent from around the world, this stunning volume celebrates the people and firms who represent editorial design at its best.
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Can't go wrong.......2006-09-03
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The Biography Book: A Reader's Guide To Nonfiction, Fictional, and Film Biographies of More Than 500 of the Most Fascinating Individuals of all Time
Daniel S. Burt Manufacturer: Oryx Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1573562564 |
Book Description
From Marilyn to Mussolini, people captivate people. A&E's Biography, best-selling autobiographies, and biographical novels testify to the popularity of the genre. But where does one begin? Collected here are descriptions and evaluations of over 10,000 biographical works, including books of fact and fiction, biographies for young readers, and documentaries and movies, all based on the lives of over 500 historical figures from scientists and writers, to political and military leaders, to artists and musicians. Each entry includes a brief profile, autobiographical and primary sources, and recommended works. Short reviews describe the pertinent biographical works and offer insight into the qualities and special features of each title, helping readers to find the best biographical material available on hundreds of fascinating individuals.Books:
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