Principles of Laboratory Animal Science, Revised Edition

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The welfare of laboratory animals, as well as the ethical issues involved in the humane use of animals for scientific purposes, are discussed in this new revised edition. Information is included on the biology and husbandry of animal models; on behavior, stress and well-being; genetic and microbiological standardization; health monitoring; anaesthesiology; animal alternatives; ethics. This book addresses all of the aspects that scientists need to know when considering the design of an animal experiment. Replacement, reduction and refinement of animal experiments are the guiding principles for its contents.

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Follow the seductive sound of samba as it winds you down through lush mountains, into the caipirinha-soaked festivities of Carnaval, along the crowded streets of historic Centro, to the sunbaked, sandy beaches of Ipanema. With contributions by specialists and in-the-know locals - including insider tips on gay and lesbian nightlife - it's no wonder that this is the best-selling guide to the sexiest city in the Americas.

DISCOVER Rio's dynamic neighborhoods with more maps than any other guide.

CULTIVATE a deeper understanding of Rio's neoclassic architecture with our dedicated arts chapter

GET HIGH hang gliding above Pedra Bonita or rock climbing on Pao de Acucar - an extensive activities section takes you to new heights of adventure

DANCA! - our knowledgeable author helps you dance the night away at the hottest clubs and music venues

CATCH SOME RAYS - worship the sun on Rio's 72km of beaches, including the famed Copacabana

Customer Reviews:

Generic stuff.......2007-05-24

They've written so many of these guides that they are becoming a tad generic on their advice. I bought this and found a lot of information outdated to inaccurate when I arrived. However, if you're not planning on going to Rio right away, and find yourself very curious about this great city, I would definitely recommend it. It is very interesting, and completely different to western culture. If you're young and into the singles scene, or on business like I was and want more of a sure thing with brazilian women, I would recommend adding with this title The Hedonist: World Sex Guide - Single Male Erotic Vacations in Rio, Costa Rica, Thailand, Carribean and much more

Side note. There are very specific visas, with very specific requirements that you have to have to go there.

Good for a 1 week visit.......2006-11-06

I found a lot of good information on places to go within Rio. I recommend using a combination of this book and taxis to do your sightseeing instead of hopping a tour bus.

Lonely Planet Rio De Janeiro (City Maps Series)

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A must for all travelers.

Lonely Planet Rio De Janeiro (City Maps Series)
Lonely Planet
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Map

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Greater Rio de Janeiro
Rio Southern Zone
Rio de Janeiro State
Rio Northern Zone
Unique Lonely Planet Walking Tour
Index of all Streets & Sights
Essential Information

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A must for all travelers........2000-07-14

I ordered this map shortly before visiting my in-laws in Rio. It was extremely useful- I only gave it 4 stars because one of the few street names that they left out was the street where my wife was raised which confused me for a while. Other than that it was very accurate and informative.

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Lonely Planet is Out!
Cheap to buy but worth nothing!
gives me the yawns
I do not recommend this book...
easy reading makes for easy traveling

Lonely Planet Rio De Janeiro
Andrew Draffen , and Heather Schlegel
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1864503068

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From samba clubs to soccer stadiums, Rio de Janeiro offers plenty of places to sweat. Out updated and easy-to-follow guide includes everything you need to explore the Citade Maravilhoas (Marvelous Hall) like a local.

where to eat, from suco bars to churrascarias
accommodations for all budgets, from hip hostels to deluxe beach-front resort
day trips and excursioins, including Parati, the Parque Nacional da Serra dos Orgaos and the Itatiaia region
Portuguese language chapter that brings you from 'tudo bem' to 'chauzinho'
9 full-color city maps

Customer Reviews:

Lonely Planet is Out!.......2004-05-12

I dont recommend this book, most of the informations are inaccurated. Rio has an extensive options that are not described on that book. Unfortunately I have spent three days to discover an excelent visual travel guide called Rio for Partiers. Expensive than Lonely Planet, it's true, but all the informations you have to know is there. By The Way I could save a lot of money using the discounts and bonuses!

Cheap to buy but worth nothing!.......2004-03-23

This book contains just as much information as this review.

gives me the yawns.......2004-03-22

Not enough information about the popular culture or nightlife to really absorb the lifestyle of Cariocas. For such a complex and exciting city, this book offers basic, conventional information, some of which is out dated and few photos or illustrations. ...This book gives me the yawns. I recommend Rio for Partiers (even if you are not twenty-something)to get excited about traveling to Rio de Janeiro, one of the most gifted cities in the world.

I do not recommend this book..........2004-03-18

Before going on my trip to Rio, I decided to purchase 3 guide books rather than relying on just one. And what a great decision that was! Had I relied on just Lonely Planet's Rio guide, I would have been as hopeless as a lost puppy. Most of the information in this book are outdated or plain incorrect. Important areas such as music, nightlife, etc. were neglected and many recommendations such as those for lodging & dining were off. My suggestion is that one should definitely look for alternatives to this guide as my copy is awaiting a more useful future near a recycling plant on outskirts of Rio.

Of the 3 guides that I purchased, I found Rio for Parties the most useful. An excellent guide aimed for the young or the young at heart.

easy reading makes for easy traveling.......2002-09-23

Very few things were out dated when I used this book. Great tips on where to eat, and what to see, and what particular crime areas to avoid. Its a good book for preplanning and during your trip. Check out the restaurant GIRL FROM IPANEMA to see where the song was written when your in Rio.

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In English we often say: "To carry coals to Newcastle.? In Spanish, they say: "Echor agua en el mar," which means to throw water into the sea. The metaphors are different but the meaning is the same: to do something that's absolutely unnecessary. Where we say, "Barking dogs seldom bite," the Spanish speaker is likely to say, "El gato maullador, nunca buen cazador." A meowing cat is never a good hunter. English and Spanish proverbs are only occasionally the same in both languages-but proverbs everywhere speak to the same subjects. Love, hate, money, poverty, men as they are seen by women, and vice versa: these are the universal subjects for memorable sayings in both English and Spanish. Here are approximately 2,500 famous proverbs-some in English, some in Spanish-all with translations and where appropriate, with their approximate equivalents in the opposite language. Many cross-references make looking up related proverbs fast and easy, and many proverbs come with information on their Latin, Italian, French, and other origins. Language students, translators, and interpreters will find this book a handy quick-reference source, and everybody interested in the cultural bridge between English-speaking and Spanish-speaking peoples will find much to fascinate them in these pages.

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Excellent for students of the languages........2006-02-21

This book goes beyond merely listing linguistic equivalents of sayings and proverbs. It offers interpretations and insights into the nature and origin of the proverbs that reach across a language spectrum that includes Latin and French. This is excellent for the student of the languages, but translators should not expect a comprehensive collection of sayings and idioms since there are only about 2500 sayings listed here.

A handy and quick guide for biliguals or students........1998-07-22

This dictionary stands out because the translations are not literal, but adapted from the culture of each of the two languages: English and Spanish. Eg.: "Tomar el rabano por las hojas - To put the cart before the horse".

Very handy for bilingual translators and interpreters.......1998-04-24

I found this dictionary to be the first of its kind. A truly bilingual work which is "the" aid for translators and interpreters of the English and Spanish language who are interested in sayings and proverbs and the wisdom behind each of them adapted to the Anglosaxon or Hispanic cultures.

A Dictionary of English and Spanish Equivalent Proverbs

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Very handy and useful for learning idioms

A Dictionary of English and Spanish Equivalent Proverbs
Teodor Flonta
Manufacturer: De Proverbio
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Dictionary of Proverbs: Spanish/English and English/Spanish (Dictionary)

ASIN: 187594320X

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This dictionary assembles 2,201 English proverbs and their Spanish equivalents. Equivalent proverbs are those which express the same concept, be it literally, such as "Love is blind" = "El amor es ciego" or with completely different words, such as "Every cloud has a silver lining" = "No hay mal que por bien no venga."

The Dictionary is a very useful reference tool for scholars of the two languages, for researchers working in various associated fields such as linguistics, literature, folklore, anthropology, psychology, sociology, history, and for workers in newer areas such as advertising and contemporary media. The Dictionary is also of interest to diplomats and politicians who try to improve their communication by sharing ideas formulated in some common meaningful expressions; it will assist interpreters and translators, and teachers and students for whom it is important to understand not only what the target culture expresses in the same way as their own, but also what is formulated in a different way. The Dictionary is also of benefit to non-professionals who, for the sheer enjoyment of it, wish to savour the wisdom, wit, poetry and the colourful language of proverbs.

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This dictionary assembles 2,201 English proverbs and their Spanish equivalents. The Dictionary is a very useful reference tool for scholars of the two languages, for researchers working in various associated fields such as linguistics, literature, folklore, anthropology, psychology, sociology, history, and for workers in newer areas such as advertising and contemporary media. The Dictionary is also of benefit to diplomats and politicians who try to improve their communication by sharing ideas formulated in some common meaningful expressions; it will assist interpreters and translators, and teachers and students for whom it is important to understand not only what the target culture expresses in the same way as their own, but also what is formulated in a different way. Finally the Dictionary will be of great interest to non-professionals who, for the sheer enjoyment of it, wish to savour the wisdom, wit, poetry and the colourful language of proverbs.

Customer Reviews:

Very handy and useful for learning idioms.......2003-04-22

This is a very hand dictionary of English/ Spanish proverbs if you are looking to learn idioms and the equivalent form in both languages. There is an array of options and in many cases multiple ways to say the same expression. Therefore you can choose which one you would like to learn and use. There is a broad variety and the book offers more than 2000 proverbs. The only surprising aspect about this dictionary is that it does not offer an explanation of what the proverb means in either of the languages. Although sometimes proverbs may seem easy to understand one can misinterpret the intended meaning. An explanation is always proof positive of what the expression means and examples in sentence would be beneficial as well. This book would be helpful to natives of English, Spanish and students that are Intermediate level and up in both languages. This is a recommended reference material and fun to read through as you learn these everyday and sometimes old fashion sayings.

A Dictionary of English and Romance Languages Equivalent Proverbs

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A Dictionary of English and Romance Languages Equivalent Proverbs
Teodor Flonta
Manufacturer: De Proverbio
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1875943234

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This dictionary assembles 3,246 English proverbs and thousands of equivalents in five national Romance languages: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Romanian. The Dictionary is a very useful reference tool for scholars of these languages, for researchers working in various associated fields such as linguistics, literature, folklore, anthropology, psychology, sociology, history, and for workers in newer areas such as advertising and contemporary media. The Dictionary is also of benefit to diplomats and politicians who try to improve their communication by sharing ideas formulated in some common meaningful expressions; it will assist interpreters and translators, and teachers and students for whom it is important to understand not only what the target culture expresses in the same way as their own, but also what is formulated in a different way. Finally, the Dictionary will be of great interest to non-professionals who, for the sheer enjoyment of it, wish to savour the wisdom, wit, poetry and the colourful language of proverbs.

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A dictionary of Spanish proverbs: Compiled by the best authorities in the Spanish language, translated into English, with explanatory illustrations from the Latin, Spanish, and English authors

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A dictionary of Spanish proverbs: Compiled by the best authorities in the Spanish language, translated into English, with explanatory illustrations from the Latin, Spanish, and English authors
John Collins
Manufacturer: Folcroft Library Editions
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: 0841411018

Diccionario fraseologico: Ingles-castellano, castellano-ingles : frases, expresiones, modismos, dichos, locuciones, idiotismos, refranes, etc. = A phraseological ... idioms, sayings, saws, proverbs, etc

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Diccionario fraseologico: Ingles-castellano, castellano-ingles : frases, expresiones, modismos, dichos, locuciones, idiotismos, refranes, etc. = A phraseological ... idioms, sayings, saws, proverbs, etc
Delfin Carbonell Basset
Manufacturer: Ediciones del Serbal
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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Dictionary of Proverbs Spanish/English & English/Spanish

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A must for language lovers and translators

Dictionary of Proverbs Spanish/English & English/Spanish
Delfin C. Basset
Manufacturer: French & European Pubns
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0320012417

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A must for language lovers and translators.......2007-10-05

Proverbs don't always have an exact translation, and this dictionary lists many that you will have to know in English or Spanish if you work with words, that is, you are a writer, translator or interpreter.
Hopefully the book will be available again soon!

Dictionary of proverbs and sayings: Diccionario de proverbios y refranes. Containing English, American, Spanish, French and Italian proverbs and sayings,

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Dictionary of proverbs and sayings: Diccionario de proverbios y refranes. Containing English, American, Spanish, French and Italian proverbs and sayings,
Federico FernaÌndez MartiÌnez
Manufacturer: Editora del Caribe
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: B0007ISS22

English to Spanish and Spanish to English Dictionary of Proverbs / Diccionario de Refranes Ingles Espanol y Espanol Ingles

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English to Spanish and Spanish to English Dictionary of Proverbs / Diccionario de Refranes Ingles Espanol y Espanol Ingles
Delfin Carbonell Basset
Manufacturer: French & European Pubns
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: 0828858152

The spice of the language: Las especias de la lengua; a Spanish-English dictionary of proverbs, idioms, axioms

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The spice of the language: Las especias de la lengua; a Spanish-English dictionary of proverbs, idioms, axioms
Ramon Alvaro
Manufacturer: Vantage Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: B0006CIZOK

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60 original full-page designs—for inspiration or practical use—display a variety of eye-catching patterns, including all the favorite and traditional designs: stone, feather, comb, wave, snail, others. One-of-a-kind works of art span a rainbow of striking colors—from muted grays, blues and yellows to bright pinks, aquamarines and lavenders. A handsome, affordable collection that will be a valuable addition to any design library.

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For many, the search for a comprehensive cat-care book often leads to frustration, finding only specific topics addressed in each book--from a care primer here to a breed book there. Now, from the ASPCA, comes the Complete Guide to Cats, covering everything that a cat owner needs to know about choosing and caring for a kitty. Beginning in section 1 with the basics of how to bring a cat into your life (choosing your new pet, preparing your home for the new arrival), section 2 goes on to offer detailed information on cat breeds and how to decide which breed is the right one for you. Section 3 covers a brief history of the domestic feline, how the cat works (framework of bones and muscles, the organs, digestive and urinary systems, reproductive system), and understanding your cat. The final section of the guide is devoted to taking care of your cat, including keeping your kitty healthy and common feline health problems, home nursing, first aid, and special care, such as mating, pregnancy, and birth, as well as the older years. With a multitude of color photographs and illustrations sprinkled throughout the clear and concise text--not to mention the added value of appendices that offer a host of helpful information including important telephone numbers and a glossary of cat-related terms--the ASPCA Complete Guide to Cats is a must-have for the owner that wants the best for their feline friend.

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Indispensable for both first-time and experienced cat owners, the ASPCA Complete Guide to Cats is the one place to turn for up-to-date information on feline health and behavior, including detailed advice on feeding, grooming, veterinary care, litterbox training, and the special needs of kittens, older cats, and cats from a shelter. With more than 450 illustrations and photos, and an easy-to-use guide to the personalities, characteristics, and idiosyncrasies of the fifty most popular breeds, this handy volume offers real, reliable answers to all of your questions about cats.

Customer Reviews:

Every Cat Owner Should Own This Book.......2007-09-22

Whenever I have a question about my cat, I whip out this book and find my answer in seconds. It presents the information in in an easy-to-find, simple format. I would recommend this to any cat owner. I bought one for my mom when she got a cat.

Very good book.......2004-02-01

This was a really good book. The author did a good job at explaining the behaviors of cats. He also points out which breeds are good in which homes. The color pictures are just beautiful... and some are extremely funny. I highly recommend this book to anyone that has even a smidgen of interest in cats. There are so many breeds that I did not know even existed! He also shows pictures and descriptions of mixed breed cats and even points out the benefits of spaying and neutering! So full of information. It had me in awe and I thought I already knew alot. I HIGHLY recommend this book!

The cat's meow of guides..........2003-06-12

As anyone who knows me knows, I have cats. I seem to attract them, well, like cats! I have cat joys and cat tragedies especially prominent in the past few years, with two outdoor disappearances and one indoor death, yet with wonderful new additions and the experience of sharing my home with seven new kittens born under my desk one summer, and five more from a different stray the next summer.

I had always considered cats low maintenance, essentially self-sufficient. This was a requirement to me, as I'm not home very often, and when I am, I can't spend too much time on cat duty. This was the reason I opted for cats over dogs. I was raised a dog person. But dogs require attention several times a day. Sorry, can't do it...

Well, with all that happened in the past year, I found that cats, while generally low-maintenance, have periods nonetheless in which they need special care and attention (even if, like Emma, they don't really want it). Thus, being a person in the education mode, I decided I needed to learn more. It just so happened that one of my book clubs was offering the ASPCA Complete Guide to Cats, so I ordered it.

This has been a gem of a book. It is complete, concise yet filled with information, well organised, colourful and picture-ful, durable (slick coating on the covers and a finish on the pages means the cats can walk across with dampened paws and not destroy the book, useful when it is opened when I attending their needs).

The first section discusses how and when to bring a cat home. It addresses such issues as cats and kids, preparing the home for a cat, your own readiness, and which kind is most appropriate for which environment. It also discusses what to do when welcoming your new friend into the home. Food, vet care, litter (to box or not to box, ah, that is a question!), and how to introduce new cats to other cats is discussed.

The second section is a reference guide to cat breeds. In addition to specific breeds organised alphabetically (Abyssinian to York Chocolate) it talks about coat palettes and patterns, colourations, paw and toe issues, and special needs. The breed section identifies special grooming and dietary needs, lap- and kid-friendly breeds, energy, and of course, wonderful photographs of representative cats for each breed.

Section three gives a bit of biological and physiological information, about cats, as well as (if it is possible!) some insight into the psychological functioning of cats. Are they really that smart? Are they really that clean? It addresses mating habits and catnip addictions, too!

The fourth section has been the most important to me, Taking care of your cat. It discusses briefly everyday feeding and care, but then has a good section on potential health concerns, what to do in the case of injury and illness, gives home nursing tips (important with Emma), and how to deal with both the beginning and end of the lifespan, which, with new kittens in the bedroom and a declining Emma in the living room, I was dealing with both ends of the spectrum.

This is an excellent one-volume reference to cats, useful for anyone who cares for cats. The appendices have glossaries, telephone numbers and resources, and recommended readings to continue a feline-related education.

But, if you just pick this one up for the pictures, it would be worth it for that too. And you might just learn something along the way--always a plus.

Invaluable reference book.......2003-02-26

This book is ideal for someone who is considering adopting a kitten or cat. It has abundant info on breeds, including each breed's talkativeness, activity level, and temperament. The numerous photos are captivating. It deals with basic aspects of feline life phases, health & bodily functions, and behavior. It is a useful guide to the cat owner regarding the basics of pet care & problem solving. This is quite a thorough book for being a slim volume, and it was my constant companion through kittenhood.

By the way, our cat has stayed with friends several times when we were out of town, and I have found it useful to loan them _Aspca Complete Guide to Cats_ along with the kitty. It is an entertaining read for the sitters and puts my mind at ease.

If you already have a cat and want more in depth reading, I recommend _The Character of Cats: The Origins, Intelligence, Behavior, and Stratagems of Felis Silvestris Catus_ by Stephen Budiansky, which I found fascinating.

Excellent Cat Guide.......2003-02-08

An excellent book about cats...Helps you to choose the right cat for YOU & YOUR family, to understanding cat behavior, to basic & emergency health care, and much more. The full-color Reference Guide to Cat Breeds is excellent & concise...It shows the different coat colors - from deep to dilute, the different patterns - from Solid to Tabby, to Pointed to Vans, and Feline Head Shapes, Eye Shapes, Body Types, and more. Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in cats.

ASPCA Complete Cat Care Manual: The Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Caring for Your Cat

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Not detailed enough
Not helpful enough
The only Cat Book I Have
Love This Book!
You don't need this one.

ASPCA Complete Cat Care Manual: The Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Caring for Your Cat
Andrew T. B. Edney B.V.M.
Manufacturer: DK ADULT
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1564580644

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Not detailed enough.......2005-05-31

I've had this book through 4 cats and kittens, and if you have a really healthy cat who never develops any illnesses, it's great. I find myself using the Cornell Feline Health Center online for my cats.

The diagnostic tree is just too vague, the descriptions of diseases are also too vague and there's just not enough information. Using a vet's resource center with a dictionary handy does you--and your cat--more good, especially if your cat has something really serious.

Not helpful enough.......2003-07-05

This book has a very serious omission on the subject of outdoor cats. The book does not mention at all that outdoor cats are in grave danger of attack by coyotes in many parts of the country. Coyotes are in places where many people wouldn't even expect them, such as in cities. There are precautions you can take to eliminate this danger or greatly reduce the chance of an attack. Unfortunately, this book does not list the precautions that should be taken. And by the way, bobcats will also be happy to kill a house cat and similar precautions would apply.

The only Cat Book I Have.......2000-06-08

This is a wonderful book. My wife and I have 7 cats and we received this as a gift from my in-laws. This is the only cat book we own and we look at it all the time. The book has great pictures of various cats acting out various behaviors, what a kitten should look like at a certain age, and even different parasites that a cat may get. Also included is a list of emergency situations and ways you can help your cat if he/she is injured. This is a great book no cat owner should be without.

Love This Book!.......2000-02-28

I find this book highly informative and well organized. I have 5 cats and own many cat books, but this one is by far the most referenced. I especially like the health reference section since I have not found this in any other books.

You don't need this one........2000-01-11

I expected more, and better, from the ASPCA. This book is so basic, much too elementary for anyone who already owns a cat. Really. In two years I've learned more from my cats than this book could tell me. The information level is cursory, and in some cases, spotty. It was published in 1992, so there's NOTHING here about breakthrough medications for flea and heartworm prophylaxis. The only good thing to say about this book is that the photographs are beautiful. Wish I could send it back and buy something more informative.

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The best-selling price guide in America!
All new appraiser-approved prices -- not estimates
Easy to use -- alphabetical listings, cross-referenced and indexed
Full-color report taking you through a year of holiday antiquing
Over 400 black-and-white photos, plus hundreds of factory marks and logos
Portable size -- convenient for use on the road or at home
Report on the record-setting prices of the past year
Handy ruler -- in inches and centimeters

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Loved this book!.......2003-04-14

This was one of the first books I bought when I started collecting and flea marketing. Turned out to be a great investment, one that I update with every new edition by the Kovels.

Invaluable information on a plethora of collectibles.......2001-12-06

If you're an avid garage sale goer, this is a good piece of reference to keep in your car before you spend too much for an item that really may not be worth as much as you are hoping.

The "Antiques Roadshow" mentality has everyone thinking that they have treasures when they really have just a bunch of very old junk. On the flip-side, some things you might just think are junk could really be treasures after all.

Readers should keep in mind that this is a price guide, not a price rule. In other words, an item is only worth what people are willing to pay for it. An item may be listed as having a value of $400 (for example), but you may be hard-pressed to find a buyer (even on an on-line auction) who is willing to pay more than $50.

Kovel's is a pretty awesome guide as long as you keep that in mind. A price guide is also no replacement for real-world experience, training and study. Memorizing the contents of this book will not make you a candidate to be an appraiser for Christie's or Sotheby's... but if you are an amateur collector or have been collecting for years, it's a great reference to have at your fingertips.

an ok guide.......2001-08-06

I have to say, I actually get a better feel for prices just by going on ebay and searching through completed and current items. That will tell you what people are really paying for things today. The problem I had with this guide is that it hardly ever had the item I was looking up. It had similar items but in many cases, the specifics really matter if you want a real price. I also don't know who pays some of the prices listed in there. It is an interesting check though if you're able to hit on something you're actually interested in finding in there

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Gardening is now the favorite leisure pastime in America. Homeowners are realizing the health benefits derived from gardening and the increase in their home's property value.

Book retailers are well aware that the trend in gardening books is to regional titles that provide credible information on the plants that perform well in specific regions.

North Carolina Gardener's Guide, 2nd Edition is written by the highly popular gardening expert Toby Bost.

Contains easy to use advice on the top landscape plant choices (more than 160 entries) for North Carolina.

Recommends specific varieties and provides advice on how to plant, how to grow and how to care for North Carolina's best plants.

Customer Reviews:

A Must for NC gardeners.......2001-10-29

For anyone who is interested in gardning in NC, this book is a must. Most gardinging books would only concentrate on how good the plant is. BUt this book also tells us some of the "problems" one might have with the plants and what kind of pests/diseases a plant might be susceptible to. I should have given 5-Stars for this book. The reason I did not give is the indexing is a bit confusing -- the botanical and common names are used in mixed mode. This is not a big problem though, once you get used to the book.

Again, this book is a must for all gardeners in NC -- experience as well as novices.

Excellent book for North Carolina gardeners.......1997-11-12

This book has been very helpful for me in choosing, planting and understanding how to take care of annuals, perennials, groundcovers, shrubs, trees, bulbs, vines and herbs that will grow well in North Carolina. The choices at a gardening center can be overwhelming, but Tony Bost's advice can help you focus on plantings that have a good chance to succeed in a N.C. garden. I especially like the great detail that goes into the exact way to plant your selection, and the maintenance of the plant, so that you know how often and with what to fertilize the plant, and how to water and prune it. Tony Bost has also included up to date information on new cultivars that are being developed and relies a lot on excellent research that is currently being done at the Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh.

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South Carolina Gardener's Guide
Jim Wilson
Manufacturer: Cool Springs Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Fiskars Phone and Garden Pocket #94336974

ASIN: 1888608102
Release Date: 2001-07-03

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Besides serving as host to PBS program Victory Garden, Jim Wilson has been honored with several prestigious awards. They include election to the Garden Writers' Association of America's Hall of Fame, Garden Communicator of the Year by the American Nursery Association, and Life Member of the National Council of State Garden Clubs in 1996. Jim features 175 of the plants that are best suited for the state's hot, humid climate, including annuals, bulbs, corms, tubers, rhizomes, groundcovers, hardy perennials, vines, roses, shrubs, trees, turfgrass, and wildflowers. The South Carolina Gardener's Guide shares with readers a survey of South Carolina gardening from the fist European plant explorers to the blooming botanical gardens following World War II, to today's very sophisticated and multi-variety organic gardens. Gardeners of the Palmetto State will appreciate information about plant habits, design uses in the landscape, planting instructions, and maintenance advice.

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Carolinas Gardener's Guide
Jim Wilson , and Toby Bost
Manufacturer: Cool Springs Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1591860490

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Co-authored by Jim Wilson and Toby Bost, leading gardening experts from North Carolina and South Carolina, this proven format has helped gardeners experience more success and enjoyment from their gardens.

As gardening continues to grow in popularity, gardeners want more resources to help them succeed. The Gardener's Guide series provides credible information on the plants that perform best in specific states. Gardeners will find information they can trust and use successfully in their own gardens.

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Fun with David E. Carter!.......2001-03-10

Enhance mental imagery on any printed project by experimenting with fonts! In "Fun with Fonts," David E. Carter shows you how to "speak" to others simply by choosing the appropriate type font for your project. More than 170 complete type font alphabets are featured in his book, along with an amusing application of each. The designs and color combinations are whimsical and the anecdotes are delightful!

As a journeyman typesetter for nearly 30 years, I'm a self-confessed font lover - Carter's book satisfies my font"sweet tooth!" He even goes as far as addressing this "addiction" by offering the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the firms selling these designs!...

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An inspirational story filled with sadness and success........1999-05-29

In this true story of a Mississippi sharecroppers' daughter who struggled to survive and overcome a less than adequate education, Blossom deserves the "never say never" award. Clearly, a less determined person would have fallen by the wayside. She shares the sorrow and rejection she experienced when her mother died, and well-meaning relatives identify all of the children they want to take in, except her. She shows pride, when her father flatly rejects all of their offers, letting them know "take all or none." It's amazing that this single parent household existed and thrived, long before the term "single-parent household" was popular. Blossom's father, withstanding harsh criticism, faced danger of losing his children to the state, no one can argue that this African American Man did an excellent job in raising his children. This remarkable young lady, referred to as "not being apt" goes on to finish high school, graduate from college and medical school, but not without overcoming seemingly unsurmountable odds. It's a great success story!

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