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The Cat Who Saw Red (Cat Who...)
Lilian Jackson Braun Manufacturer: Jove ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0515090166 |
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Something is amiss at Maus Haus. Not just the mystery of an unsolved "suicide" which hangs over the old mansion, but something ominous in the present-day residence. When Qwilleran moves in to work on his new gastronomical assignment, strange things begin to happen. First it's a scream in the night, then a vanishing houseboy. But when his old girlfriend disappears, something has to be done. Qwilleran, Koko and Yum Yum set out to solve the mystery--and find a murderer!Customer Reviews:
Koko Discovers Caviar.......2005-04-15
The Best Braun has to Offer.......2005-02-18
The Cat Who Saw Red.......2005-01-17
Best of the early cat who books.......2004-05-04
Other readers have outlined and commented on the plot, so I will say only about it that the plot here is much better than in the previous city novels. It moves better and the outcome is more logical, more satisfying. But the author's forte is not plotting. It is in the remarkable characters, unusual without being grotesque (a fine line to walk), not the least of whom are Qwill's Siamese cats. To those who have read none of the series, it may sound just a little too cutesy, having prescient cats solve crimes, but the writer makes it work and work quite well.
The writer also excels in creating atmosphere, the city, the newspaper office, fancy and not so fancy restaurants and Maus Haus, a rather weird boarding house for people interested in food--and in pottery.
Like Dickens, Ms. Braun invents no astonishing plots. Her great strength is in making characters come to life in interesting settings. As in Dickens, characters and settings are sufficient.
Nominated for a Edgar.......2004-03-25
This book does a fine job of fleshing out its primary characters and their current assignment: a curious neighborhood of artists. I was particularly delighted with the descriptions of the cats, so vivid as to create a vicarious cat lover experience for me(I'm allergic to cats, so the printed word is all I can handle). Of course, Koko, the Siamese cat with unusual abilities, steals the show.
If you are new to the "Cat Who..." series, this is an excellent starting point. The whole series is one big "can't put it down" pleasure read. Please keep in mind that the entire series is forever evolving, which in some ways is just like real life (and unlike some mystery series where everything resets between stories). So what you read in this book will have remarkable contrasts to books before and much later in the series, though the core elements remain in tact. The series of books divides into two time periods in the protagonist's life: Qwilleran as a reporter in the Big Cities, and later Qwilleran as a columnist in Moose County. The first group is urban, slightly gritty and darker in some ways, the second group is still edgy at times, but is more small-town cozy and much quirkier, in a hometown fashion, which really appeals to the fans. The dividing point for the series is the book "The Cat Who Played Brahms", which is therefore another good starting point. This one, "The Cat Who Saw Red" is in the first group.
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Three Complete Novels: The Cat Who Saw Red/the Cat Who Played Brahms/the Cat Who Played Post Office
Lilian Jackson Braun Manufacturer: Putnam Adult ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0399138854 |
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Not Just for Cat Lovers!.......1998-03-19
KoKo and Yum Yum are the cats meow!.......1998-03-19
Lilian Jackson Braun's mystery series of "The Cat Who..." books are definately the cats meow, and a must read of any cat and mystery lover! This is a compilation of three of the early books from "The Cat Who" series. They are fast reads, the type of books that one can not put down! One thing I like about this series is that they focus on the same group of characters, which lends continuatity from one book to the next.
In "The Cat Who Saw Red" reporter Jim Qwilleran is given an assignment to work on a food column. While working on this assignment, Jim and his two Siamese cats, Koko and Yum Yum are surrounded by strange incidents, among them disappearance and murder! KoKo and Yum Yum goes about helping Jim solve the murders.
In "The Cat Who Plays Brahms", Jim Qwilleran and his two Siamese decides to get away from the big city and go to a lake house, belonging to a family friend. This is the book which explains how Jim inherits his fortune.
"The Cat Who Played Post Office" is the first book that actually details the City of Pickax and the various communities in Moose County. Jim is living in the K mansion and soon a murder takes place. KoKo goes right into action, and proceeds to *assist* Jim into solving the murder. I liked it that the continuation of this book was that the characters of Arch and Hixie have followed Qwill to live in Moose County.
By the continuation of characters from one book to the next, I have really found myself looking forward to each new book in this series. I highly recommend this book series!
You'll love Moose County; 400 miles north of everywhere!.......1998-03-17
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The Cat Who Put Four in a Box: The Cat Who Knew Shakesspeare, the Cat Who Played Post Office, the Cat Who Saw Red, the Cat Who Played Brahms
Manufacturer: Jove Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000BTYF60 |
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This is a box set of lilian Jackson Braun for books. It comes in a slip box with four book. Titles include, The Cat Who Knew Shakesspeare, the Cat Who Played Post Office, the Cat Who Saw Red, the Cat Who Played Brahms. books have no barcode but have ISBN numbers identified inside. ISBN 0515090166, 0515095826, 0515090506 and 0515093203.
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The Cat Who Saw Red
Lilian Jackson Braun Manufacturer: Jove Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: B000HUVMBY |
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The Cat Who Saw Red; The Cat Who Played Brahms; The Cat Who Played Post Office - Three Complete Novels
Lilian Jackson Braun Manufacturer: G. P. Putnam's Sons ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000QE7NM8 |
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The Cat Who... Four Mysteries By Lilian Jackson Braun (Boxed Four book Set includes: "The Cat Who Saw Red", "The Cat Who Played Brahms", "The Cat Who Knew Shalespeare", "The Cat Who Played Post Office")
Lillian Jackson Braun Manufacturer: Jove Books New York ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: B000KTAJFM |
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19 Cat Who PBs by Lilian Jackson Braun: The Cat Who Ate Danish Modern, Turned On & Off, Saw Red + 16 More (The Cat Who Mystery Series)
Lilian Jackson Braun ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000TYBU2O |
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6 CAT WHO BOOKS BOX SET OF CAT WHO WASN'T THERE , LIVED HIGH , TALKED TO GHOSTS , WENT INTO THE CLOSET AND 2 MORE THE CAT WHO SAW RED , COULD READ BACKWARDS
LILIAN JACKSON BRAUN ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000SUY3UA |
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BOX SET OF THE CAT WHO WASN'T THERE THE CAT WHO LIVED HIGH THE CAT WHO TALKED TO GHOSTS THE CAT WHO WENT INTO THE CLOSET AND 2 EXTRA THE CAT WHO SAW RED AND THE CAT WHO COULD READ BACKWARDS ALL IN VERY GOOD OR BETTER CONDITION.
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Navy Grooms: Navy Woman\Navy Baby\Navy Husband (Mira Romance)
Debbie Macomber Manufacturer: Mira ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 077832253X |
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good book.......2005-10-16
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Navy Grooms: Navy Woman/Navy Baby/Navy Husband
Debbie Macomber Manufacturer: Mira Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000RC17G2 |
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Once More with Footnotes
Terry Pratchett Manufacturer: Nesfa Pr ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 1886778574 |
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365 Days of Walking the Red Road: The Native American Path to Leading a Spiritual Life Every Day (Religion and Spirituality)
Terri Jean Manufacturer: Adams Media Corporation ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1580628494 |
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According to Native American tradition, walking the Red Road is a metaphor for living within the Creator's rulesa life of truth, friendship, respect, spirituality, and humanitarianism. For centuries, Native American elders, parents, teachers, and spiritual leaders have handed down their wisdom and values from generation to generation, leading others down the path of self-discovery and enlightenment.365 Days of Walking the Red Road captures this priceless ancient knowledge and shows you how you can live your life to the fullest through integrity, compassion, and brotherhood. By reading the daily messages in this compelling work, you will discover yourself inside and out and move positively down your personal road without fear or doubt.
Special highlights:
·Inspiring quotations from Native Americans, such as Tecumseh, Black Hawk, Geronimo, and Chief Joseph
·A monthly Red Road ethical principle
·A monthly Red Road spiritual lesson
·Instructions on what to do at a powwow
·The proper uses of dreamcatchers and other symbols and crafts
·The twelve moon names that tribes use to track the seasons
·Important dates in Native American history
This superb collection of Native American philosophy and culture helps you on your path along the Red Road in your quest for truth, light, and love.
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Not what I expected.......2007-10-01
365 Days of Walking the red road.......2007-07-16
A Special Native American Daily Read & Meditation.......2006-11-03
Good Book.......2006-06-01
Native American treasure.......2006-03-27
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A Literary Feast: Recipes and Writings by American Women Authors from History
Manufacturer: Jones Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0972121722 |
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Antique Lamp Buyer's Guide: Identifying Late 19th and Early 20th Century American Lighting
Nadja Maril Manufacturer: Schiffer Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0764308548 |
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Do you own an old lamp? Are you wondering what it is, how it was originally used, how you can make it better, or how much it is worth? If so, this book is written for you! Easy to read and complete with a newly revised price guide, this book answers many of the basic questions confronting lamp collectors, from "Where do I look for a manufacturer's signature?" to "How do I distinguish reproductions from originals?" Using a combination of color photographs and catalog illustrations, here is a wealth of information for anyone interested in buying or selling old lighting. Included also is a discussion of restoration issues like rewiring, practical uses for fixtures originally made for gas or oil, and restoring and protecting metal finishes.Customer Reviews:
Antique Lamp Buyer's Guide by Nadja Maril.......2007-03-14
Terrific photos but pretty skimpy on reference features.......2005-01-14
Very informative........2004-06-20
The Best Book on the Subject.......2002-04-15
A "Must Own" For Your Library.......1999-10-03
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Stars a LA Carte With Magic Stack-N-Wack Bonus Projects: With Magic Stack-N-Whack Bonus Projects
Bethany S. Reynolds Manufacturer: American Quilter's Society ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1574327399 |
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This innovative approach to quiltmaking makes star patterns a snap! From the author of the best-seller MAGIC STACK-N-WHACK comes a new version of the LeMoyne Star. This classic block that has charmed and frustrated quilters for centuries can be tamed, and made with ease, with the addition of a few strategic seams. Directions with complete yardage and cutting charts for over a dozen quilt projects are included, along with a special section on creating MAGIC STACK-N-WHACK stars and mirror-image stars to showcase in any of the settings. Pieces can be cut from scraps or yardage with little waste and outstanding results! AUTHORBIO: The originator of this highly successful quilting technique, "Stack-n-Whack", she also publishes her own quilt patterns as part of BSR Designs. REVIEW: A reader from Kirkland, WA says, "Ms. Reynolds has given those of us who have had so much fun with stack 'n whack many more exciting projects to look forward to. Her clear, precise directions make the patterns easy to use and her illustrations and pictures help to complete a beautiful quilt. I can hardly wait to get started!"Customer Reviews:
Stars Ala-Carte.......2007-05-16
Stack-N-Wack is great.......2006-02-26
Stars a La Carte .......2005-08-04
Interesting, but not a keeper.......2003-04-21
Stars a la Carte.......2000-04-28
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Quilts a LA Carte
Pam Bono Manufacturer: Leisure Arts ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1574862944 |
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With projects for everyone from beginning to master quilters, Quilts a la Carte takes the art and craft of dining to a new level. This latest title from the remarkable Pam Bono offers projects and designs for quilters ranging from whimsical to traditional, tablemats to tea cozies-all with simple, easy-to-follow instructions. Whether you fancy applique or pieced quilting, Quiltsla Carte offers days of enjoyment and achievement. Keyed to the delights of food, each design project also features a recipe to match the theme. By encouraging the quilter to create projects to match the meals, such as turkey themed placemats for a Thanksgiving meal, Bono gives her devoted fans and quilters everywhere a title as charming as it is unusual.
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Window Treatments for Every Room
Better Homes and Gardens Manufacturer: Better Homes and Gardens ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0696225522 Release Date: 2005-08-09 |
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Features dozens of beautiful window treatments, including draperies, valances, shades, shutters, and blinds.Strategies for dressing up any window treatment with decorative rods, finials, trims, tassels, and tiebacks.
Tips and tricks for measuring windows and advice for choosing the right treatments and fabrics to ensure privacy and climate control.
Includes step-by-step projects, from easy make-it-yourself treatments to stylish embellishments for ready-mades.
Chapters are organized by roomÂfrom private areas such as bedrooms and baths to public spaces such as kitchens and living roomsÂhelping readers find any space of the home fast.
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Great Ideas!.......2005-10-10
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Sew a Beautiful Window: Innovative Window Treatments for Every Room in the House
Sally Cowan Manufacturer: Krause Publications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0873492552 |
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Learn how to dress up any window with creative, unique and attractive window treatments.In this new book, author Sally Cowan presents comprehensive information about window shapes; valances and cornices; cascades and swags; lined and unlined drapes; tiebacks; trims and braids; necessary hardware; as well as a guide to shades, blinds and verticals.
This is a book that walks the reader - novice to expert - through pane-less window treatments. Cowan guides the reader in planning the style of the window treatment and the importance of color and fabrics, and then leads into 40 quick, easy and inspiring projects.
-Explores new, never before seen window treatments -Covers all window types, even odd-shaped windows -Easy to follow step-by-step instructions with helpful photos and illustrations
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Making Curtains & Blinds - Stylish Window Treatments For Every Room In The Home
Dorothy Wood Manufacturer: Southwater ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000MX9LWS |
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Pause :59 Minutes of Motion Graphics
Julie Hirschfeld , Stefanie Barth , Peter Hall , and Andrea Codrington Manufacturer: Universe Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0789304775 Release Date: 2000-05-19 |
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All creatives need to go to a museum now and then; it's inspiring, encouraging, and refreshing. The problem that motion-graphics artists face is the lack of venues in which to present their work. Pause :59 Minutes of Motion Graphics is a showcase that helps fill that void; an oasis of images that are designed to enlighten and motivate.This oversized softcover (which uses time code instead of page numbers) presents some of the finest work from a global pool, 300 lavish frames that illustrate the best in contemporary video design, motion graphics, and animation. This collection--featuring such luminary studios as The Attik and MTV, and individual artists like Mike Mills and Richard Kennworthy--is not to be missed. It's a shame that the pictures don't move.
In fact, if there's anything to complain about, it's the fact that there's no accompanying video, CD-ROM, or DVD to display the stunning work in this book properly. Even a Web site with QuickTime clips would have allowed readers to study and admire the work as it was meant to be presented.
If you create animation--or plan to--or do anything that's related to video, film, or motion graphics, you should read this book. Eye-popping, international, and oozing with creativity, Pause :59 Minutes of Motion Graphics belongs not on your shelf, but on your desk; open, accessible, and well worn. --Mike Caputo
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I wish I didn't buy this book........2007-03-18
Cool idea, insufficient execution.......2001-07-09
A nice once over.......2000-11-16
Look before you buy.......2000-10-12
'Pause' takes several commercials and displays roughly16-20 frames of each one. The advantage is that most of thesecommercials aren't available to one audience (the USA, for example).
Yes, it's a neat looking, well-designed, oversized thing to hold.There WERE some inspiring things in there. However, in my opinionit's NOT a $35 dollar book. It makes a nice first impression, but inthe end it felt like a very high-end, $20 design industry magazine.It should have been priced as such.
wonderful layout, full of incredible inspirational media art.......2000-08-01
This book takes an empty approach to design... lots of white and black space with strange freeze frames of different video and web pieces. Unlike most of the digital art books today, this does not have a companion CD-rom. Thats what makes this book so interesting, is that you have digital moving art, frozen, taken out of context, and put to paper. There's not many books like this, too bad.
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Pause 59 Minutes of Motion Graphics
Peter Hall Manufacturer: ST MARTINS PRESS * ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000SNH3MC |
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Pause :59 Minutes of Motion Graphics
Peter; Codrington, Andrea: Text By Hall Manufacturer: Laurence King ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1856691993 |
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K.D.Lang: In Her Own Words (In Their Own Words)
David Bennahum Manufacturer: Omnibus Pr ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0711943079 |
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