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Who has dared to desecrate the sacred place of embalming with a murdered corpse? Pharaoh Tutankhamun orders Lord Meren, his chief investigator, to find out quickly, before power-mad priests use the incident to undermine his royal authority.
Everyone is a suspect, for the body belongs to the notorious scribe Hormin, hated by all who knew him. However, Lord Meren is no mere courtier but the Eyes and Ears of the living god. In the terrifying Place of Anubis, where unquiet spirits dwell, in the sunstruck city of Thebes, where Hormin's sons and his beautiful concubine plot, and in the royal court, where intrigues abound, Lord Meren hunts his quarry, peeling back the secrets of nobles and slaves in his quest for the truth. But more important by far is Meren's responsibility to protect the young Pharaoh from his enemies -- who are no farther away than the length of a dagger . . . .
"This exceptional debut melds ancient Egyptian religious beliefs and practices with court intrigue to produce a riveting mystery." -- Publishers Weekly
Customer Reviews:
an ineresting way to learn a bit of background history.......2007-01-04
Our group made a visit to the King Tut exhibit at the Museum of natural History in Chicago and several thought that this was a good way to get the feel of the times.
Murder among mummies.......2004-08-24
Robinson's first mystery features Lord Meren, eyes and ears of the Pharoah Tutankhamun in ancient Egypt. A scribe, much disliked for his bullying habits, has been murdered in the Place of Anubis, the embalming sheds where the dead are prepared for rebirth.
Meren and his assistant, his adopted son, Kysen, scour the home of the scribe, his workplace, and the temples and holy places for clues to a crime with dire implications. Kysen visits the home of his battered youth, Meren balances the political against the merely criminal.
Robinson's pacing is a little too careful and measured, but she offers a wealth of colorful views into Egyptian life and political atmosphere and her characters are appealing.
Intrigue in the court of Pharaoh.......2004-05-09
Lord Meren is the typical detective hero, steadfast, honest, and with his faults though they seem minimal. The setting in ancient Egypt gives the novel (and the series) a rich historical background that the author puts to very good use. In the first novel you hit the ground running. Much has occurred in Lord Meren's life and you wonder if you have missed a novel or two in the series. You haven't.
Each novel in the series has a specific mystery to be solved, but they will be part of a larger mystery that runs through the series. Robinson does shade in the background of life with a sure hand and does not simply dwell in the pharaoh's court. She takes you along to see a bit of the day-to-day life and then for an occasional trip to the darker recesses of the many temples.
If you want a sense of life in Egypt in the time of Pharaoh, you should find this a rewarding read. If you want a good mystery, she serves it up with the standard fare of red herrings, dead ends, and other stylistic reglia demanded by the genre.
As with most series, try to read them in the order they were written, as each supports the next as the plot progresses.
Wow! What a story!.......2003-06-21
This was the first real historical mystery I have ever read and I must say that I am now hooked! I also liked the fact that Ms. Robinson dosen't kill us with the historical facts of the crazy Pharaoh Akhenaten and his "untimely death" and the struggle for controll with Tut. She does a wonderfull job of keeping these facts in the story but at the same time moves on with the mystery. Kept me guessing till the end.
Ancient Egypt, Murder & Fascinating Characters.......2001-07-27
Robinson weaves a historically detailed, well-paced murder mystery set in and around the ancient city of Thebes. Robinsonýs investigator is Lord Meren, the ýeyes and earsý of the boy-king, Tutankhamun. Meren is an accessible, deliberate man who, through his observations and actions, reveals the ancient beliefs and ethos of Egypt. Merenýs world is peopled with historical and fictional entities that come to life in the pages of these books. This is not the most tightly plotted mystery, but Robinson's development of the characters and environs of the ancient world, makes it an absolutely delicious read.
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Great book, could not put it down, can't wait too read more.......1998-11-17
For those of you who are sci-fi fanatics this one will leaving you wanting to read the whole lot. It combines magic, love, and heroism in one great tale.
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Innovative ways parents can nurture their child's development even before birth
Most expectant parents can't wait to get to know the mysterious little person who will be arriving. Now parents can find out what's really going on in there and start nurturing their baby's development during pregnancy with the help of From First Kicks to First Steps.
Beautifully written by a pioneering pediatrician, this groundbreaking book focuses on the transition between pregnancy and the first year to help parents give their baby the very best start in life. Dr. Alan Greene answers such common parental concerns as:
- Do babies dream before birth?
- What can parents do during pregnancy to help their babies later in life?
- Can babies become better sleepers even before they're born?
- Does taking fluoride help or hurt?
- And much more!
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Innovative ways parents can nurture their child's development even before birth Most expectant parents can't wait to get to know the mysterious little person who will be arriving. Now parents can find out what's really going on in there and start nurturing their baby's development during pregnancy with the help of "From First Kicks to First Steps. Beautifully written by a pioneering pediatrician, this groundbreaking book focuses on the transition between pregnancy and the first year to help parents give their baby the very best start in life. Dr. Alan Greene answers such common parental concerns as: Do babies dream before birth? What can parents do during pregnancy to help their babies later in life? Can babies become better sleepers even before they're born? Does taking fluoride help or hurt? And much more!
Customer Reviews:
Much needed comfort and advice.......2007-02-10
My wife and I recently were blessed with the birth of our first child. Being new parents we often have felt overwhelmed and extremely inexperienced. Dr. Greene's book has proven informative and comforting in those moments when we needed a little helpful advice. "From First Kicks to First Steps" is easy and fun to read, and is a great resource for anyone with a little one at home or on the way.
Not at all first rate - rather ordinary.......2006-11-03
All I can say is that I am disappointed with this book.
The best book on pregnancy and the first year of your baby! Look no furthur........2006-09-12
We're expecting our third child and I picked up this book because I liked the title. I figured almost two years worth of information in one book would be nice since we already kind of know about preganacy and the baby's first year. I wouldn't have to read too much with my busy schedule and maybe get one or two good tips I didn't get before. Was I wrong!
This book is not thin, total 317 pages. And yet, it reads so easy and fast (even considering my first language is not English). As I was reading this book, I was amazed how much information this book is packed with! This book covers not only the generic facts on how your baby grows, but also suggests what you can do as parent(s). It also has many wonderful photos.
Dr. Greene covers physical stuff such as nutrition, but also covers how you act and think may affect your baby. He also covers in detail how the baby develops - very informative and I had to read several passages to my husband. His respect and love for the life also can be felt throughout the book which also increased my own respect, awe, wonder, and love for our third baby.
I love to read and I've skimmed through many books on pregnancy, but this one is the best one and I am reading this thoroughly. This is like an all the best books on pregnancy and first year combined in one!
Where Was This Book when We Were Expecting???.......2006-02-27
Dr. Greene has put together a remarkable guideline that takes expecting couple from pregnancy through toddlerhood. Much like his award-winning children's health website, DrGreene.com, he does this in an engaging style with well-researched information.
Expectant mothers (and fathers) should look no further. This book is destined to be the "must-have" book for parents-to-be.
Daniel Z. Sands, MD, MPH
Assistant Clinical Professor, Harvard Medical School
starting a life of learning.......2006-02-17
Dr. Greene includes some amazing research on the rapidly developing capabilities and learning power of the unborn baby. Prospective parents learn how to give baby the best start, all in an engaging conversational style. We love this book and recommend it strongly.
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Want to come home every night to a hot, hearty meal ready and waiting? Now you can. From America’s most trusted kitchens come a cookbook with 140 slow cooker recipes fro main dishes, side dishes, soups and more!
- Honey-Dijon Pork Roast
- Mango Chutney-Chicken Curry
- Creamy Butternut Squash Soup
- Winter Vegetables Stew
- Texas Chili
- Hot Turkey Sandwiches
- Old Fashioned Baked Beans
- Garlic Smashed Red Potatoes
Customer Reviews:
Good Cookbook for your recipe collection!.......2007-01-20
This large cookbook has color photos with some of the recipes. It starts with an introduction that explains basic slower cooker tips (timing, flavor, altitude adjustments, basics, etc.) It has 5 categories:
1. Meaty Main Dishes
2. Busy-Day Chicken and Turkey
3. Super Soups, Stews and Chiles
4. Slow-Cooked Sandwiches
5. Very Easy Vegetables and Sides
Plus it has an index in the back of the book that is helpful.
Some interesting recipes such as "Key West Ribs" that has a citrus flavor and "Thai Peanut Chicken" for something new. There are also favorites like "Bratwurst and Sauerkraut" and "Family Favorite Beef Stew." This cookbook is well worth buying because of the wide variety of recipes.
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Terrarium enthusiasts will find virtually everything they need to know about keeping these three groups of lizard. The authors give information on the animals' life spans, maximum size, color varieties, and other physical characteristics. They also provide detailed directions for maintaining a healthful terrarium environment, feeding, breeding, and more.
Customer Reviews:
Worst pet care book I've ever read.......2004-07-05
I got this book along with receiving my new pair of green anoles and boy was I disappointed with the information! The title implies that this book is a "complete care guide", but that is far from the truth. There is no clear guidelines for exact temperatures, humidity or lighting. I was amazed at how they presented green anoles as a perfect "first pet" but then proceded to give little information for anything but an outdoor professional habitat inclosure. After reading this book I had no answers and only more puzzling questions.
Look Elsewhere.......2001-04-16
Very little help concerning water dragons. Better information can easily be found on the internet. Next to useless for the beginning water dragon owner.
Anoles, Basilisks and Water Dragons.......1998-09-17
Great book for a person just getting started with anoles,basilisks or water dragons.
easy reading/very informative.......1998-06-30
Check out the section on Australian water dragons if you get this book. The photos are beautiful and the paper quality is great (glossy). Dick Bartlett is a good writer, having written not only several reptile manuals, but also many articles in Reptiles Magazine and the Vivarium. Please check out the Australian water dragons again. I have to find out where to get some because I want them...:-)
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Here is a field of salt and pepper shaker collecting all its own--advertising. A fascinating and diverse group of companies kept their logo within arm's reach at kitchen and dinner tables nationwide by customizing salt and pepper sets. In their sixth book, Larry Carey and Sylvia Tompkins have compiled a lively treasury of salt and pepper giveaways and gimmicks. This book features over 1,000 advertising sets in color photography. They are divided by subject, with chapters covering hotels and casinos, restaurants, entertainment, household products, food, beverages, foreign advertising, and many others. A fantastic chapter on transportation covers a wide selection of airline and gas station shakers. Full pricing information has been included for each set, with shakers ranging from the very common to the very rare. This book is an important resource for salt and pepper shaker collectors, and will appeal to collectors of all types of company advertising.
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Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Customer Reviews:
Concise and clear.......2007-06-28
A very direct sudy in cultivating one of the best loved crops; tomatoes. Advice is straightforward, as are illustrations. Tomatoes are easy to grow but only after a few seasons of experience. Well, this bulletin gives you all that "experience" in a clear, straightforward manner.
Customer Reviews:
Interesting!.......2001-02-08
In Russian it probably is a really great book, but the translation is so poor that I can only guess it. Besides, there are too many misprints. The Index is poor indeed.
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- Parents Pregnant Teens and the Adoption Option: Help for Families
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- Ragtime in Simla
- Rilke On Black (Mask Noir)
- Shadows on the Ivy: An Antique Print Mystery (Antique Print Mysteries)
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