Book Description
The third delightful installment in the cozy series starring small town laundromat owner and amateur sleuth Josie Toadfern––"Sharon Short's appealing heroine Josie Toadfern sparkles." ––Carolyn Hart
Paradise, Ohio, laundromat owner Josie Toadfern is content with her life. She loves owning her own business (especially because she learns everyone in town's dirty little secrets from their dirty little clothes); she has plenty of friends, she has a beloved cousin she dotes on; and her blossoming romance with a professor named Owen Logan is about to hit full bloom. She's even earning some extra money by renting out the second apartment over her laundromat to a nice young couple who own a New Age bookshop and Tarot Card reading room in town.
But when a psychic who is in town for the upcoming Paradise Psychic Fair stops Josie on the street and warns her of impending danger and sorrow in the small town, Josie worries she may just be right. For Josie's nice young boarders and their New Age friends who are attending the Psychic Fair have the more conservative Paradisites pitted against them, and an economic downturn has hit local businesses. But when Josie and Owen stumble upon a body one dark night, it seems that matters are much more grave than anyone expected. And what's worse, another gruesome murder may be in the cards...
o o Great for fans of mysteries populated with fun and wacky characters and capers. With a small, seemingly quiet and unsuspecting town, a cast of screwball characters, and a sassy, hilarious heroine, this is a delightful take on the village mystery. Josie Toadfern's "Stain Buster" column appears at the end of the book. In hilarious detail, the column provides stain tips and helpful hints for all the messes that the characters have gotten themselves into. This column will appear in each book in the series.
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Sharon Short strikes again.......2006-06-27
This is the third book in this series and once again hits the spot.
Good Clean Fun.......2006-05-01
A psychic fair, a corn maze, a murder AND stain tips...another great read from Sharon Short! Josie's finally coming into her own, her friends are a hoot, and I can't wait to see what happens with Owen. Looking forward to Sharon's next book!
Good pacing but too sketchy.......2006-02-24
The plot line wasn't bad and the pace was very good but the writing was disappointing. The repartee wasn't remotely scintillating and the remainder of the language had little or no spark. There wasn't enough character development though I must admit I believe that was because the author had to keep within a word limit on the writing. Josie, the main character, has interesting and colorful friends and the situation she has with her significant other is intriguing. I imagine the second book in the series will be better. If it isn't I won't buy the third but this author deserves two chances.
The Death of Me.......2006-01-31
Okay? What was the point of this book? Because after I got through reading it, I failed to see the "big picture" that Sharon Short was trying to convey.
I'm an avid book reader. If a book reaches out and immeditely grabs my attention, I usually can finish it within 2 days.
I had to force myself to simply pick up, "Death In The Cards."
Sharon Short, doesn't write a story that flows...instead she writes a book that gives a lot of explanations. For example, in one chapter she explains that there's only two jail cells in the building. Who cares?
A writer should have a "method to their madness." This book consists of rambling and things that merely do not make sense.
There were entirely too many characters, and they also lacked diversity.
I almost forgot that I was reading a mystery/suspense thriller.
But, on a positive note, I'm glad that Sharon Short got published.
So-So.......2005-10-16
I enjoyed the first two books of this series, but this one just didn't do it for me.
The book takes place in a small town in Ohio, so I'm not sure why the book felt like it was set in the south. I recently read a book with a setting of Greensboro, NC and I felt like these characters were an extension of the ones in that book. It definitely didn't set the book in Ohio, in my mind.
I also found the story itself to be very confusing because of the number of characters involved. Between the locals and the psychics, there were just too many secondary characters to keep track of.
I hope the next installment is better.
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Byron Stratford, Duke of Raeburn, walks in shadow. Spoken of only in whispers, he lives alone in his crumbling manor, a cold, enigmatic recluse who does not abide visitors, lest they discover his secret shame.This is the man Lady Victoria Wakefield must confront to save her family. Little does she suspect that she will emerge from her journey as his shining sun-or that their passion will be the only defense against the true darkness threatening to destroy them both.
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Debut Novel? What a Beginning! .......2006-02-15
Lydia Joyce's THE VEIL OF NIGHT is a story marked with emotion, personal conflict, and mystery. And for good measure, the author throws in intelligence, maturity, and wit. Now that's not a bad combination for a debut novel.
Lady Victoria Wakefield hides beneath a protective shield. She lives her life behind ugly clothes and a cold smile. She sits on the sidelines and watches the world move around her. Victoria Wakefield is a cool, collected spinster. Perhaps, her life is dull and unexciting, but it will never disappoint her!
Disappointments and rejection are exactly what Byron Stratford, the Duke of Raeburn, expects from life. Personal letdowns make his existence miserable. Strange and mysterious rumors surround Raeburn. He purposely adds to the furor. Eccentric hours, exaggerated clothing, libertine parties, and a succession of mistresses have kept the stories current and circulating. It is evident the strange, unapproachable Duke of Raeburn fiendishly revels behind the scandalous hoopla.
Lydia Joyce takes Byron Stratford and Victoria Wakefield and convinces her reader they are indeed soul mates! THE VEIL OF NIGHT is their out-of-the-ordinary courtship. It is a melodramatic offering, yet it is neither exaggeratedly emotional nor sickeningly sentimental. It is dark and compelling, perhaps a little too psychological, perhaps a little too gothic. It is definitely not a feel good romance, yet it is riveting!
Grade: B+
MaryGrace Meloche.
Gorgeous debut novel! Adult lovers, by an author in love with language........2005-11-01
An enviable beginning. I see some less than favorable reviews here, and while loving or loathing a writer's style is no more an exact science than any other relationship, I disagree adamantly with the notion that touching a nose instead of a breast isn't erotic. In the right hands, tying shoelaces can be erotic. The fact that the love scenes veer away from a well-worn path is one of my favorite things about this book. Not to worry; her breasts aren't neglected. He just takes his time getting there, by the scenic route.
The set-up seems typical at first: a woman is blackmailed into having a sexual affair by a man seeking revenge against her brother. Of course they'll fall in love, after fighting to quell their growing vulnerability to each other. The suspense is in how they find their way from sex to love. Secrets are revealed, emotional barriers are breached, and layers of character are peeled away in a long, slow, emotional strip-tease.
Victoria is a beautifully complicated version of a staple romance character: a wanton in old maid's clothing, hiding her true nature to protect her heart. She plays along with the role of indignant blackmail victim, but it's not as if she'd be left destitute if she refused Byron's shocking proposal. She enters into the bargain willingly, sacrificing pride for for the chance to explore her sexuality after years of self-imposed repression.
Byron is more true to type: the wounded male whose casual cruelty is thin armor against the pain of rejection. His secret doesn't take an Einstein to figure out, either. But if he's not the most original hero on the bookshelf, he makes up for it in bed. He's also a worthwhile verbal sparring partner for Victoria, who is a mistress of the sly rejoinder.
"Veil of Night" is like bittersweet chocolate. Delicious, dark, and rich enough to savor a chapter at a time. In a Hershey Bar world, this author is a welcome change. Not for everyone, perhaps. But how much fun would that be?
SPOILER Territory Ahead. Proceed With Caution...
Wow. I can't say for certain, but I suspect that the final paragraphs make romance-novel history. I'm being careful not to give anything away here, so forgive me if I make it sound like there's a huge shock at the end. That isn't the case. It's simply true-to-life. A serving of reality on the banquet table of happily-ever-after.
I'm always grateful when an author trusts her readers that way.
P.S. Speaking of banquets, watch for the "peach crumble" scene. Byron can serve dessert at my house anytime.
The honest truth - a review .......2005-07-13
I don't want to be too hard on anyone's debut novel -- after all, we all gotta start somewhere, and writing well is one tough job. That being said, this debut novel shows some promise, but doesn't deliver in terms of having a consistently interesting plot and characters acting from believeable motivations.
Some of the writing is simply laughable; just so over-done. Really, the author's editor was lying down on the job. For instance, there's a line in the first couple of chapters that particularly sticks in my head -- the hero & heroine are eating dinner and he reaches over and "touched her nose with delicate inquisitiveness". I just about gave up on the book right there. Not to mention the physical impossibility of reaching over a Victorian dining table and being able to touch anyone delicately...the whole line just made me laugh out loud. Her NOSE? I could maybe see a man touching a woman's BREAST with "delicate inquisitiveness", but...well, maybe I shouldn't go there!!
Spoiler: The author does show imagination in making the hero genuinely afflicted by an incurable disease that makes it impossible for him to experience sunlight. But that's the only original thing about the man. I've met this tall, dark, unhappy, brawny-shouldered, lean-waisted, sensual man in other romance novels, many, many times; aside from his illness, there's nothing FRESH about him. I did appreciate that both the hero & heroine are in their early thirties -- it's nice, for once, to read about mature people working out their romantic relationship, instead of the usual 18 year old virgin & 30 year old rakehell.
But I just didn't feel that interested in Victoria or Byron; didn't really get pulled into their story. I didn't feel that Victoria's past, once revealed, was especially compelling, or that her character was anything above & beyond the typical romance novel heroine, aside from not being a virgin. She didn't have a love affair, as such; she had an itch that she scratched, but then her fiance died. And she wasn't all that upset by that loss, or by the loss of the child that could have come from that union. Because SHE didn't seem to care, I didn't care either. I could feel the author TRYING to make me care, but the trying didn't succeed. Byron, to give the author some credit, was a more interesting character, but that was because of his illness, not because he personally was anything different than the usual romance-novel hero.
And who ever thought of ending a romance novel with the heroine's telling the hero she has her period? (And he still suggests they make love...EWWW.) Sure, they end up together, but...EWWW. NOT exactly a HAPPY ending, in my opinion.
There was also the most annoying element in this novel: the servants of the hero (who lives on an estate in Yorkshire) use the word "thoo" for "you". This pronunciation may be a part of Yorkshire speech patterns but it was mighty annoying in print. "Thoo must..." "Thoo are..."
As for the sensual scenes -- well, to each his own, but they didn't do anything for me. The peach crumble scene, which seems to have been a big hit with some readers, seemed clumsily written, not sensual at all. Again, I could feel the author was TRYING so very hard, but she just didn't have the writing ability to CREATE sensuality; a necessity in a good romance novel.
2 stars for some different elements: the imaginative twist of giving the hero an incurable disease, and making the hero & heroine over thirty, but frankly, I was skimming through the book & frankly bored before the end. Better luck with the author's sophmore effort?
captivating beginning, but middle to end was a big let-down.......2005-07-12
this book started strong with some wonderfully descriptive first few chapters, but soon the captivating, almost gothic setting wasn't enough to sustain the story. Victoria's a surprisingly un-likeable, stiff, churlish and nasty-for-the-sake-of-it protagonist who never really warmed up or had any true introspection. She calls Byron out every second for all of his insecurities and faults, but remains tediously blind to her own right to the very end (and the most ironic part of that is that she is the one who needs the personality overhaul, not Byron--who at least had manners and a shred of self-esteem.) by the middle of the book, i was doubting these two had a prayer, and as it went on, i just didn't feel any of the overwhelming sensuality between them the author kept trying to sell me on. i'd pass on this one.
For those of you who Love Phantom of the Opera.........2005-06-10
Here is a book with the mood..the sensuality..the passion and a most satisfying ending! Ms. Joyce is amazing!! I cannot wait for her next novel!
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The Veil of Night
Lydia Joyce
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Islamic World in the Dark Ages Setting.......2002-11-29
Probably the best book for the Dark Ages setting thus far, this Year of the Scarab release focuses on the Islamic world in the context of Dark Ages: Vampire. After opening up with a short fiction of a vampire's meeting with Mohammad, and another short fiction focusing on a the lengths that ashipu (Middle Eastern vampire magicians) must go to, we get to an excellent introduction. The introduction explains what the book is an isn't, as well as giving us a lot of useful books, magazines and websites to visit concerning the real history of the Islamic world. Remember that while the west was in the "dark ages", the Islamic world was experiencing a golden age of science and learning. There is also a lexicon of Arabic and Islamic terms that are used in the book, and more specifically the context they hold in the game.
The first chapter covers the history of Islam, giving a biography of the Prophet Mohammad, as well as a historical account of the spread of Islam across the Middle East and North Africa. The second chapter continues by giving a look at Islamic beliefs and practices, both from mortal and vampiric perspectives. The most interesting part here is a description of the Ashirra sect, a brotherhood of Islamic vampires who seek to redeem themselves. Very good for Storytellers and players alike, as this section is almost essential for understanding how and why the Ashirra work.
The next section is a bit of IC stuff, written by an Assamite vizier as he travels from al-Andalus across north Africa to Arabia and the Holy Land, and from there to Baghdad, Persia and finally disappearing in the east, killed by some unknown force. Think something like the vampiric equivalent to ibn Batutta. At the end are a bunch of profiles of NPCs he met along the way. Almost all of the NPCs are interesting and unique, and can easily be placed in a chronicle. The next chapter covers the various clans (all called by their Arabic names) in the Middle East, and things are quite different. As would be expected, the Assamites and Setites are dominant, but the Brujah, Nosferatu, Gangrel, Ravnos and Lasombra are also quite influencial. Indeed, all western clans (save the Tzimisce and Tremere; the Ventrue are also rare being represented only by a small Arabian bloodline) are represented to some degree, along with three bloodlines: the Salubri, Baali and Laibon.
Some of the alternate takes on the various clans are quite interesting. For instance, the conflict between the animalistic hunters and monsters of clan Nosferatu (called Mutasharid) and the peaceful Nosferatu who have adopted Islam (known as the Hajj). Indeed, the Hajj are one of the leading groups in the Ashirra. Or the Lasombra, many of whom are devout Muslims and who are treated with respect and honor. All in all, its a pretty cool section. In the end, it also gives some descriptions of Paths followed by the Ashirr and how they differ from western paths. For instance, Path of the Bedouin becomes Tariq el-Bedouin, and is focused more on living a simple, nomadic lifestyle than becoming an animal. Special attention is paid to the Path of Blood (Tariq el-Haqim) given the prominence of the Assamites in these regions.
Following this is the juicy chapter, chock full of everything you need to know to run a Cainite in the region. Aside from information on the different cultures and groups (such as Berbers, Moors, Kurds and so forth) and Arabic naming conventions, there are also some sample concepts and such. Some new Merits and Flaws, specific to the setting are given, along with new Traits and even a new Animalism power (used many by vampires to create animal ghouls out of animals that drink from isolated desert oasis). There is a great deal of information on Sihr, faith based blood magic used by the Hajj. A couple paths and rituals and not much else. Given that its specific to the Hajj and maybe a few Assamite sorcerers, I guess not too much detail is needed. And theres also some systems for situations Ashirra are likely to get into as well.
And then there is the next chapter, Damascus by Night, which gives an entire ready-to-run plot focusing on the secret corrutpion in the city of Damascus. The chapter gives a pretty nice amount of information about the city of Damascus, as well as the Ashirra in the city and how many of them have been subverted by the Baali. Character profiles of major characters are also given, so everything is already set up for you to run it. This ties in nicely with the closing chapter, which focuses on various supernatural threats that Ashirra are likely to face in the night. Information on mortal dangers (like crusaders and the Knights Templar and Islamic monster hunters) is presented, alongside bits about jackal-blooded Lupines (and other shapeshifters), wizards (primarily Ahl-i-Batin and Taftani, but also Knights Templar, Hebrew qabbalists and tribal shaman), ghosts, mummies, djinn and even mysterious eastern "Kindred" from the White Tiger Court...
Over all, this is an excellent book. I strongly recommend it to anyone intending to run a Dark Ages game, or even a game set in the Mid-East in general. The Ashirra sect supposedly survives to the modern era, though little information is given on it outside brief references in a couple other books. More information on the future of the Ashirra sect would have been appreciated. Nonetheless, this is an excellent book and well worth buying.
Good read........2001-04-20
This is a great historical geopolitical look at the Middle East of the Dark Ages for Vampire. White Wolf does a good job of showing us the Kindred of the Middle East who have been influneced by living in the geographic center of 3 major world religions. The impact of the faiths is obvious in all of the clans. White Wold has taken pains to accurately reflect the culture of the times and superimpose it onto the likely reactions of supernaturals. If you play Vampire: Dark Ages and wish to have a religious themed game or an exotic setting then this is the book for you.
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The strong-selling, Bible-based, holistic approach to spiritual and physical health.
An ever-growing body of scientific research demonstrates the importance of holistic treatments that focus on the mind-body connection for good health. In this regard, the folk remedies of the ancient peoples often prove astonishingly effective. This practical guide helps readers apply the remarkable healing power of many of the foods and herbs described in the Old and New Testaments to common ailments. From the use of red wine to cure bacteria and viruses, to the arthritis-easing and wrinkle-removing properties of olive oil, this treasury of practical and inspirational healing secrets includes:
- The sacred medicinal drink that prevents blood clots, relieves pain, and melts fat off artery walls
- Real-life examples that demonstrate the curative power of plant oils, figs, grapes, red wine
- The amazing health-giving power of a blessed grain
- Information on how doctors and patients have treated canker sores, high blood pressure, tuberculosis, cancer, and heart disease
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Miracle Food Cures From the Bible.......2007-08-23
This book is an excellent, common sense guide to nutritional health. I would recommend it to anyone.
Miracle Food Cures From the Bible.......2007-07-19
GREAT information. Old-old remedies made with everyday foods or herbs that are non-invasive to our body. Easy to prepare, easy to use and they work. This book makes a GREAT GIFT, especially for older persons who experience a decline in their health. This book gives one an OPTION to taking prescription drug that are prescribed automatically by the medical profession. So many popular drugs today have too many side-effects. These natureal food cures do not. Use natural cures Not prescription-drugs
A great remedy guide........2007-03-24
This book has a Contents section in the front and an Index in the back making it very useful as a guide to food cures found in the Bible.
There are cautionary words and testimonials throughout the book.
I find the book is also educational in a Biblical sense.There is information on plants,herbs,oils etc..that are mentioned in Scripture.
This book has proven beneficial to me personally with the discovery of Essiac Tea and information on Saw Palmetto.
If you are looking for a guide book of natural remedies this would be a great choice!It's comprehensive and easily navigated.
Miracle Food Cures From the Bible.......2006-08-03
There's something in this book for everyone. So many facts I never knew about so many common foods are included.
Quality and Accuracy.......2005-09-12
I bought a hard back copy of this book a long time ago. I made tea out of a few of the suggested herbs, and they worked. I bought a softback copy for my mother-in-law. She made tea out of a few of the suggested herbs, and they worked. I believe that this book is a very good book for those who seriously want to make natural home remedies.
Thank You
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Sunset Good Cook's Handbook (A Ready Reference & Time-Saver)
Suzanne N. Mathison
Manufacturer: Lane Publishing
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An out-of-print gem for the serious cook.......2004-07-09
This book has been a necessary part of my cooking library for years. It would seem pointless to recommend an out-of-print book, but the fact is that if you find a copy in good shape, you'll quickly find it indispensable. Mine was missing for a number of years, and despite my best efforts I never found anything that was a reasonable replacement for it. (The only reason I'm giving it four stars instead of five is the difficulty of finding a copy now that it's been out of print for many years.)
So what is it? It is to the home cook what the gamemaster's screen is to a role playing GM, or an O'Reilly pocket reference is to a computer geek. It is most of what you need in as concise a form as humanly possible -- tables of information on cooking, organized by ingredient and technique, wrapped up in a convenient book a quarter inch thick. Of course it's a bit outdated; there's a lot of information on microwaving that is really only useful for vegetables, and some coverage of things that have slipped into the general kitchen over the last 20 years like Asian pasta would be nice. It lacks recipes for sauces and such, but I don't think that's a big deal since actual recipes are somewhat outside the scope of the book.
So my take? Until Sunset either reissues this in an updated form or someone else comes up with a similar book, track down a copy of this book any way you can and keep it in as good a condition as possible when using it on a daily basis. You'll be very glad to have it.
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- Comprehensive Guide
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- The Guide to Owning a Persian Cat
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Guide to Owning a Persian Cat: Feeding, Grooming, Exhibition, Temperament, Health, Breeding
Juliet Seymour
Manufacturer: TFH Publications
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Persian Cats: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Disease, and Behavior (Special Chapter : Understanding Persian Cats)
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Persian Cats (Raising the Ideal Cat)
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Persian Cats and Other Long Hairs
ASIN: 0793821711 |
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Comprehensive Guide.......2007-07-16
I think this book is a great Help to anyone thinking of purchasing a Persian.
It covers many, many aspects of the Persian breed. And the information is quite valuable.
I am a breeder of Persions.
I highly recommend this book !
I WOULD RECOMMEND OTHERS BEFORE THIS ONE!.......2001-02-24
The only reason this book deserved a three-star rating is for the nice photography and the basic information. If you know nothing about Persians, and have never had one, then whatever you learn is a plus and you would probably benefit from this book. However, if you are experienced with Persians, you will probably find little here that you do not already know, or have not already read in other general cat care books. Granted, many cat breeds have some distinct characteristics, such as the tendancy of some Persians' eyes to "tear and run," and the extra grooming requirements necessary not only for Persians but for any long-haired cat. It is what you might call "Lesson 101 in Persian Education."
The Guide to Owning a Persian Cat.......2000-05-24
Very informing book. I bought this before I got my persian to help me with the purchase. Beautiful pics. Told me what to look for in purchasing and about breeding.
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Classic Miniature Vehicles: Made in Germany
Edward Force
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Solido Toys
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The Germans have a long and distinguished history of making interesting and superb toys. Their toy motor vehicles go back to the early days of the automobile--which was itself born in Germany. Though most of the early German toy cars, like some of their present day descendants, were made of sheet metal, the firm of Ernst Plank made a series of diecast trucks many years ago. In this new book, Ed Force shows the work of the leading German manufacturers of diecast toys. Included are Conrad, Cursor, Gama, Marklin, N.Z.G. Schabak Schuco, Ziss and R.W., and others. Photographs of over 2,000 vehicles in full color make this a most useful book for collectors and other fanciers of miniature vehicles.
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Plants for Tropical Landscapes will help you select and group plants to create a successful tropical garden tailored to your needs and tastes. Gardeners and landscapers will find this treasury of more than 500 common plants easy to use and one of the most comprehensive guides available today.
Plants are organized by size (ground covers, low shrubs, medium shrubs, small trees) and are fully illustrated with more than 600 color photographs to aid in their identification. The book presents guidelines on plant characteristics, soil and water requirements, and suggested landscape use for each species. In addition, appendices list plants suitable for special uses (xeriscapes, windbreaks, night gardens) and sites (beach gardens, lanai, and houseplants).
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Very good book about Plants in the Caribbean.......2007-09-19
My sister who also lives here in St. Thomas is a big time gardener but could not find anything to expand her knowledge of the horticulture here until I found this for her birthday. She has been very happy with it so I recommend it.
Excellent book for the tropics.......2007-03-10
Although I live in Panama, I found this book excellent in helping me identify plants and trees and their growth characteristics.
Down to earth (pun intended) and comprehensive with great photos on glossy paper.......2006-12-16
Plants for Tropical Landscapes: A Gardener's Guide is just what I was looking for. Being raised in Hawaii, I have seen many of the plants in this book but don't know many of their names or uses. The authors give just the right amount of information to help you choose the right plant for the right location. It will be nice to help choose our plants with the landscapers instead of letting them make all of the decisions. I also really like the layout of the book which starts at ground covers and moves up in size through shrubs and trees, then on to vines, ferns and palms, etc. The pages have colored edge markings that assist in switching from chapter to chapter. Most of the coolest things included are located in the Appendices that should be extremely useful: Native Hawaiian Species; Xeriscape; Beach Garden; Hedges, Screens & Windbreaks; House & Lanai Plants; and the garden at night.
Even if you just want to know what plants are in your yard, you will enjoy this book. I wish I had paid more attention to my Mom when she tried to teach me about plants way back when...
Great Book!.......2006-10-29
This is a wonderful book. We are starting from scratch beginning our landscape at our home and I really did not know a lot about all the different plants available! Wow..it is very inspiring and teaches you a lot too. Also, it is great for reference. I go to it often for information.
Plants for Tropical Landscapes - a Gardener's Guide.......2001-04-21
Plants for Tropical Landscapes addresses everything from ground covers to Palms, Xeriscape to lanais. It contains an impressive number of plants and its simple format makes it a joy to read. The book is clearly organized by the size of the plant, starting from the smallest (ground covers) and working its way up to largest plants in a tropical garden (trees over 50'). Along with beautiful color photographs, the physical characteristics of each plant, light and moisture requirements, preferred soil, wind, drought, and salt tolerance are all given. The authors also suggest practical ways the plants could be used in a tropical setting. This book does not bog the reader down with too many details, but gives everything necessary to plant your tropical garden.
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These Catholic Sisters Are All Mamas!: Towards the Inculturation of the Sisterhood in Africa, an Ethnographic Study (Studies of Religion in Africa)
Joan F. Burke
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ASIN: 9004119302 |
Product Description
A graphic arts digest for printers, commercial artists, advertising production managers and all who are concerned with the graphic arts. Covers many details of commercial printing such as angling of graphics art screens, and general processes as photomechanics. Very informative book..
Book Description
This staple text offers a compact education on printing and the related processes by relaying valuable information on the history and conventional processes of the printing industry as well as the recent technological developments within the industry and the areas related to this transition.
Customer Reviews:
It doesn't get more important.......2004-04-28
As a student I got my first one and am getting ready to get my next. The Pocket Pal should be required reading for everyone in advertising and production, from the art director, the production manager to the account team. These are need to know terms!
A classic!.......2001-01-26
Nearly 30 years ago, as an art student, I bought my first copy of this classic work. Small, clear and well organized, this book remains the essential guide for anyone who needs to understand the basics of graphic arts and printing production. Most of the artists and production people I know always keep a copy within reach. Like them (and me), you'll consult it again and again.
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Pocket Pal A Graphic Arts Production Handbook
Manufacturer: International Paper
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: B000FCU2OM |
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Avoiding the Merry-Go-Round
Keliah Yisrael , and
Keilah Israel
Manufacturer: Xlibris Corporation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0738806013 |
Book Description
Avoiding the Merry-Go-Round incites all of your emotions. It weaves through a web of mismatched men in Kiyah's search for love, only to discover true love within herself.
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