Butterflies through Binoculars: The East A Field Guide to the Butterflies of Eastern North America (Butterflies Through Binoculars Series)

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This magnificent field guide greatly expands on Butterflies Through Binoculars: The Boston-New York-Washington Region--identified by Defenders of Wildlife Magazine as "the first to focus on netless butterflying" and called " a clear winner" by the Audubon Naturalist. Glassberg here shows us how to find, identify, and enjoy all of the butterflies native to the eastern half of the United States and southeastern Canada. This guide: *Combines the immediacy and vividness of actual photographs of living butterflies with the traditional field guide format *Emphasizes conservation over collection *Includes 630 color photographs, arranged on 72 color plates, of butterflies in the wild *Provides adjacent color maps that show where each species occurs in a given locality and for how much of the year *Supplies entirely new field marks for butterfly identification *Demonstrates how to identify subjects by way of the key characteristics butterflies are likely to display in their natural settings *Shows how species can be recognized both from above and below *Explains how to differentiate between males and females. For butterfly enthusiasts, for bird watchers who want to add a new dimension to their hobby, for anyone who is simply interested in exploring the wilds of their own back yard, this new field guide offers hours of delightful help and instruction.

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Butterfly Photography.......2007-10-01

A must book for butterfly enthusiasts. Arrived on time, and in great shape. Thanks!

Identifying butterflies.......2007-09-04

This field guide is easy to use and very helpful for beginners. It was recommended to us by the North America Butterfly Assn.

A must have book!.......2006-07-29

Glassberg's book is a "must have" for anyone interested in butterflies, whether they are a novice or an expert themselves. Glassberg has assembled a collection of stunning photographs of butterflies commonly found in the eastern part of the country. Each photo contains enough detail, that even the rank amateur can easily identify the butterfly that just "passed by." Glassberg also gives side by side comparisons of similar looking butterflies, carefully pointing out the minute differences most may miss. He provides a calendar of when the species is most likely to be seen, areas where they tend to gather and other pertinent information. The book also gives basic background information on butterflies from their life cycle stages to host plants. The book is sized just right to toss into a napsack or car's glove compartment.

looking at butterflies from a distance.......2005-09-10

this book helped me with recogizing the butterflies coming in to my garden where i can sit enjoy garden and the butterflies

Butterflies through Binoculars.......2005-09-02

The images are clear and close-up; just what I wanted.

Butterflies through Binoculars: The East A Field Guide to the Butterflies of Eastern North America (Butterflies Through Binoculars Series)

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Butterflies through Binoculars: The East A Field Guide to the Butterflies of Eastern North America (Butterflies Through Binoculars Series)
Jeffrey Glassberg
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
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Cabeza de Vaca came to the New world in 1527 as part of a Spanish expedition to conquer the region north of the Gulf of Mexico. His exploration party lost contact with their ships, set out northward on foot, and traveled, their numbers soon reduced from 300 to 4, across Florida, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and northern Mexico for the next eight years. In addition to being one of the great true adventure stories of all time, Cabeza de Vaca's account of their travels is an unparalleled source of firsthand information on the pre-European Southwest--the variety of its climate, its flora and fauna, the customs of its natives. They were the first to see the opossum and the buffalo, the Mississippi and the Pecos, pine-nut mash and mesquite-bean flour. This book contains the first description in literature of a West Indies Hurricane.

"Cabeza de Vaca was not only a physical trailblazer: he was also a literary pioneer, and he deserves the distinction of being called the Southwest's first writer.... The RelaciÃƒÂ³n, while not fiction, possesses most of the attributes of a good novel."--William T. Pilkington

Alvar NÃ¯Â¿Â½Ã¯Â¿Â½ez Cabeza de Vaca was the first European to cross the North American continent. This remarkable book is his odyssey, first written in 1542 as an official report to the king of Spain under the title La RelaciÃƒÂ³n.

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An amazing journey through history and faith!.......2007-06-17

My son and I heard this book on tape nine years ago, and frequently refer to it to this day. We were delighted to find it in print form. An amazing, true and vulnerable account of a man who stumbled into his destiny simply by doing the right thing a step at a time. Some incredible history. De Vaca was [...] when Columbus returned home in chains . . .

Harrowing tale of Survival in pre-conquest North America.......2006-09-18

For many, if not most Americans, early history of the Americas goes something like this - Columbus to the Pilgrims to the American Revolution, end of story. Unfortunately, this abbreviated tale not only leaves many gaps in knowledge, but bypasses some truly amazing stories. `Cabeza De Vaca's Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America' is one of the best examples of the incredible tales that are often overlooked from the early history of European exploration and conquest of the Americas.

This is a first hand account from a survivor of an ill-fated attempt of a Spanish conquistador to conquer and colonize Florida and the Gulf Coast of North America. Of over four hundred proud men who landed with high hopes of vast wealth in gold, only four survived, after an eight year struggle, making their way across the North American continent from Florida back into Spanish controlled Mexico. The author of the book emerged naked from the wilderness, with nothing of value to show for his harrowing eight year experience except his story, which he wrote hoping to gain favor from his king.

The tale of the author's eight year struggle is simply incredible, and for most modern readers, sometimes unbelievable. He relates the missteps and misadventures that reduced him and his companions from proud conquistadors to weak, naked men, sometimes only surviving as slaves of native tribes. His writing gives a unique snapshot of Native life in that region before its conquest by Europeans, and covers a wide variety of tribes and cultures, both those who were hostile and helpful to him. In the second half of his narrative, he relates events that are nearly impossible for most modern minds to credit, as he tells of how he gained status with the natives by becoming a faith healer, and even of raising a man from the dead. Regardless of whether or not you credit his stories of becoming a faith healing messiah followed by hundreds of adoring natives as historical, it certainly makes for an amazing and lively tale.

While the story itself certainly merits five stars, the writing does not rise to the same level. Cabeza De Vaca was not primarily a writer, and was not writing for a broad audience, but only to impress his king in hopes that he would be rewarded for his service. He leaves out details, background, and scrambles chronology, which may make it necessary to reread certain passages to make sure you get the gist of what he is writing. Of course, as he wrote in Spanish, there is the factor of what is lost in translation as well. Still, this slim volume is packed with fascinating information and incredible tales of survival, and I highly recommend that you discover it for yourself - four stars.

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A book of unparralled value........2005-06-08

Why read a 'history' fantasy when you can read one man's true adventure? "Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America" is a real source document. Rolling through the pages one can sense the genuine experience of a man alone in the 'New World', and understand the very real challenges. Through Cabeza de Vaca's eyes one can get a fresh look at the Native American cultures that existed before Europeans took over.

History really happened, it is not the musings of men (or women) who were not there. History is the actual experience of the participants. This book is alive with the living experience of a key player in the exploration of the American continent by Europeans.

And, there is a bonus. The book reveals the character of a man, and the impact of real events on that character . Cabeza de Vaca grows and changes in the pages. With all of the paper wasted in the publishing business, and all of the speculations of historians staining perfectly good paper, it is a joy to behold the real thing.

Naked faith.......2004-02-24

I concur with all those who have praised this book, particularly the reviewer who suggested that it offered a great deal to confound many Christians who are hard-headedly (as well as hard-heartedly) devoted to the pet doctrines of their particular faction. But, of course, non-Christians will likely find de Vaca's account even more provocative. This is one of the more politically incorrect but utterly worthwhile books I have ever read. Along with an unforgettable tale of survival, there's faith healing, a resurrection, and even an account of a native tribe that practices homosexual marriage. Perhaps foremost among those who were most astonished by the miracles he wrought was de Vaca himself. But for the fact that he survived to tell it, de Vaca's story is so extraordinary most would find it impossible to believe.

Why isn't Cabeza de Vaca better-known among Christians?.......2002-11-09

I asked myself that question after I finished re-reading this book recently. Part of the answer may be that it has something to embarass Christians of every stripe.

For Catholics, we have a group of laymen doing miracle healings through prayer, and more to the point, they did so even though they had no contact with a priest for 6+ years.

For Protestants who believe that signs and wonders ceased with the Apostles, the miracle healings are again an embarassment. For Pentacostals, we have them being done by Catholics, at a time (circa 1530) when Catholicism was probably at its absolute rottenest.

And most disturbingly, for those who assure others that God will bail us out materially when we enter into hard times, we have the spectacle of a distinguised nobleman soldier who ends up becoming the naked slave of the poorest Indians on the Texas coast, from whom he escapes only by undertaking a journey on which he is constantly on the verge of dying from cold, starvation, and thirst.

As a Protestant missionary, this last aspect is the most instructive. As much as we like to tell people that God will indeed bail them out, we have to remember that we are indeed His creatures, and that His kingdom may well be advanced best by stripping us of all we have and sending us naked into the brush for 6 years to do His work. Personally, I find that reality much more believable than the claim that God wants us all to be materially prosperous.

I might also note that those who believe that America was a paradise bbefore the White Man will get a real jolt from Cabeza de Vaca's description of warfare, slavery, and infanticide among Indians.

So buy this book--it's almost certain to offend you somehow!

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Adventures In The Unknown Interior Of America
Cabeza De Vaca
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One of the mounted men, Juan VelÃ¡squez, a native of CuÃ©llar, impatiently rode into the river. The violent current swept him from his saddle. He grabbed the reins but drowned with the horse. The subjects of that chief--whose name turned out to be Dulchanchellin--found the body of the beast and told us where in the stream below we likely would find the body of CuÃ©llar. They went to look for it.

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One of the mounted men, Juan Velásquez, a native of Cuéllar, impatiently rode into the river. The violent current swept him from his saddle. He grabbed the reins but drowned with the horse. The subjects of that chief--whose name turned out to be Dulchanchellin--found the body of the beast and told us where in the stream below we likely would find the body of Cuéllar. They went to look for it.

Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America (A Collier Book Original)

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Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America (A Collier Book Original)
Cabeza De Vaca
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Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America [EasyRead Edition]

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Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America [EasyRead Edition]
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A mesmerizing sixteenth century epic of a man\'s incredible expedition. It is a pleasant and adventurous experience of De Vaca to interior America with new world of challenges. It is an Odyssey of De Vaca with fresh look at the Native America. A must-read for lovers of history and adventure.

CABEZA DE VACA'S ADVENTURES IN THE UNKNOWN INTERIOR OF AMERICA

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Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America [EasyRead Comfort Edition]

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Cabeza de Vaca
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Adventures in the Unknown Interior of America
Cabeza De Vaca
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This is a lively, extremely comprehensive book about the major culture groups living in the Americas at the time of the European "encounter." It picks up the story of the First Americans from where it left off in the first volume of the series, Ancient Times. Each chapter in Part I focuses upon the peoples of a particular region of North America - the northeast, the southeast, the plains, the southwest, and the far west. Part II is devoted to an in-depth study of the Incas and the Aztecs. Particular emphasis is placed upon the role of religion and story-telling in the lives of the people.

The book is written for middle school students. Each chapter concludes with helpful review questions as well as suggestions for further reading and enrichment activities.

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Too old and too basic.......2004-06-09

This book would have be good as a 101 primer in the early 90s but now the images are too outdated to be useful. I ended up returning the book and buying a new book called "Bringing Graphic Design In House" which has twice the informatiuon, offers basic design tips as well as technical tips about getting jobs printed etc., and has templates for every kind of business document (letterhead, brochure, websites etc.) It's a much better deal.

Making a Good Layout (Graphic Design Basics) by Lori Siebert.......2002-05-07

I am very satisfied with this transaction. The seller shipped the book on May 1 (as promised). I received it on May 6. It is in very good condition (as stated).

Basically Good.......2000-05-17

Although this book is basic and concise, it is very well organized and visually appealing. The principles and elements which are discussed in the book are applied to its design and content. The information is sound, but it simply introduces the topics without much elaboration. It covers the design elements and principles, layout, logos, brochures, etc., and has quality examples to illustrate key concepts. This book provides a good introduction to the subject of graphic design.

Basic Indeed.......1998-04-19

There's no effort to hide the fact that this book is basic, but perhaps it's too basic. The authors scurry through the full set of design principles, but often move too fast and touch too superficially to allow for real learning. Deeper analysis of the basics, substituting thoughtful examples and exercises for the many one-liners, would make this more helpful. On the other hand, it's probably useful for the part-time desktop publisher who needs to browse three "sample brochures" before four p.m. and couldn't care less about theory.

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Great book

Perfect for my ferret and my needs

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Find Out About Ferrets: The Complete Guide to Turning Your Ferret Into the Happiest, Best-Behaved and Healthiest Pet in the World!
Colin, Patterson
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If you want your ferret to be happy and safe and live double the average ferret lifespan -- If you don't have a clue what to do to when your ferret bites people or goes to the bathroom outside the litter box -- If you'd like your ferret to be overjoyed and greet you when you get home from work -- -- then this could be the most exciting book you'll ever read. You'll learn everything you need to know to have a long life with a well-behaved ferret who's pleasant to be around and feels affection toward you.

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It did not help .......2007-05-08

Hello I ordered this book before I got a ferret and we read the whole book but the ferret still stinks and the book said they knew of great solutions to Ferret problems in the house. So the most important thing did not work and now we are stuck with a ferret! Most of her other things did not work either! So the book was not that great, sorry!

Great book.......2007-03-02

Not just a training manual, but a guide to understanding the psychology of your fert, so you have a closer relationship. This book uses the new positive training methods popular in the dog training field over the past few years and applies them to ferrets. And I can tell you, it works! My ferret is very well behaved and has become a full-fledged member of our family.

Perfect for my ferret and my needs.......2007-02-23

Easy to read and succinct . Also, had valuable information without a lot of fluff. An excellent read, thanks.

Okay.......2007-02-16

This magazine was okay. It really didn't tell a ferret owner anything new. Might be good for a newbie owner. Ferrets for Dummies has more information.

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James McKay , the man in the know.
Little good information
A UK & European perspective
A real Ferreting guide for the British at last!
Horribly inaccurate guide by "leading authority on ferrets"

Complete Guide to Ferrets
James McKay
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This excellent guide covers all aspects of ferrets and their life as family pets, as well as giving details of the ferret's origins and its domesticated history.

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James McKay , the man in the know........2001-07-23

I purchased both James McKay's books and two ferrets from Mr. McKay when I lived in England and know first hand he is the man in the know! This book is better than any other book out there (US or UK). It details proper husbandry techniques and practices. I find the UK method of modern ferret keeping superior to US, in most US homes the ferrets are kept by themselves in crampt cages; in this magnificent book it informs you of their gregarious nature and need for a somewhat large cage. GOOD WORK JAMES!

Little good information.......2000-03-17

In "The Complete Guide to Ferrets," by James McKay, we're first treated with evidence of a big ego with such statements like, "The first historical mention of a ferret _that I can find_..." (emphasis added) as if he were the last word on ferret origins. This immediately raised the warning flags-big egos tend to carry misinformation. Which gets demonstrated within a few pages when we see how naive James McKay is about the ferret situation in the United States. Later we are treated to such "deeply informative" statements as "Treat with the utmost suspicion anyone trying to sell adult ferrets." Though there is some element of truth to the caution, typically, sweeping statements that aren't qualified also tend to ring false. I've seen many adult ferrets in shelters who are very nice animals that would make great pets. Indeed well-mannered 1- to 2-year-olds are often recommended for beginners for they tend to be easier to handle and train than kits. Another "winner" is "...there's no such thing as a bad ferret, simply too many bad owners of ferrets!" Nice quaint line, which again has some element of truth, but also lacks depth of insight in the range of behavioral tendencies that ferrets can attain. Breeders often seek ferrets that don't bite in pursuit of more docile offspring, just one of many indications that "badness" can stem from both parties. There are many other problems with this book-a tendency for leaden writing that isn't engaging, and some of his methods for raising ferrets seem barbaric, even if they work for him. The only reason that I even give this book two stars is because James McKay makes a good effort at the biological details of ferrets, including his Appendix I, "Ferret Facts and Figures" which would do well in any ferret book, and he lists a nice bibliography.

A UK & European perspective.......1999-09-22

As the author of this book, I tried to leave the "ratings" field free, as I am obviously biased, but the system will not allow me to. However, the real reason for this "review" from myself is to correct the review from "A reader from central California", who obviously has never read my book! Firstly, this reader obviously believes that he knows a lot about ferrets, and yet cannot even get the specific name correct. He gives the name "Mustela furo", when, in fact, it is Mustela putorius furo. As he/she cannot get this proven scientific fact correct, readers would do well to give little or no credence to any of his remarks. He/she states that, in my book, I refer to ferrets as "vicious wild animals". Having written the book, and then re-read it looking specifically for this phrase, all I can find is my comment that "some would have us believe that ferrets are vicious, but those of us who really know this animal will know otherwise". Clearly, the Californian critic is misquoting me. In the book, I give much space to factual information on genetics, breeding, exhibiting/showing, racing and pet ferrets, and yet your correspondent states that I merely dismiss them as having no real value! As to my mixing up the species, I suggest that your correspondent remember the old saying that Brits and Yanks are "two nations separated by the same language". While to Americans a "turtle" is any chelonian, we Brits use three terms to separate them, viz (marine) turtles, (terrestrial) tortoises and (semi-aquatic) terrapins. Here in England (where we invented the English language) we NEVER use the term "ermine" for any animal, merely for the fur of the European stoat. True, many ferret owners (and I do not count myself among them), erroneously and confusingly do refer to polecat-coloured ferrets as "polecats", which the American fanciers refer to as "sable", a word which is actually the name of an arctic relative of the ferret - VERY confusing for those of us who speak English and have a zoological training. Here in the UK, pet ferret keepers DO keep their animals (ie ferrets) indoors, giving them free run of the human home. I am also informed by several US ferret keepers that the practice is fairly common in the US, too. My book was written specifically for the UK and European markets, in the same way as US books are written for the US market. Very few Brits would want to spend time, effort and money abusing their ferrets by dressing them in human style clothing, even though a US compnay is now trying to persuade us to do so. Ferret keeping in the US and in the UK are different. Consequently, our books are different. My book represents the best practices of this country, while one has to assume that US books do the same for the US market. I have always purchased and read every book on ferrets and ferreting that I can find, including American books. I read these foreign books not to learn about the UK ferret, but to learn about the way in which this little carnivore is thought of any treated in the US. I am not at all happy with many of the seemingly common US practices detailed in most US books, but have to shrug these concerns off as "cultural differences". I cannot reconcile the fact that California will allow its residents to legally own a wide range of firearms and many truly exotic animals, and yet ban the keeping of the domestic ferret. Perhaps readers should consider the fact that, here in the UK, we have not overbred our ferrets to the degree whereby we have developed many deleterious conditions in our stock; the Americans have. The average lifespan for a ferret in the UK is over ten years (many upto 14 years), while US veterinarian publications state that the average life expectancy for an American ferret is often less than half of that. That is obviously one reason why the US ferret fancy has had to import ferrets from all over the world, including many from myself.

A real Ferreting guide for the British at last!.......1999-01-11

James McKay's book is a refreshing change to the largely irrelevant fare from the US that we serious UK Ferreters have had to endure over recent years. Having searched high and low for a decent work of reference that answered the questions that I needed to resolve I was delighted to read Mr.McKay's book and felt that a fair assesment of it in the proper context was due.

The guide itself is comprehensive and fascinating covering the following points within its pages:

Origins of the Ferret, Selection of stock, Housing, Handling, Taming and Training, Feeding, Breeding, Working, Showing, Racing and Ferrest as Pets, Ailments and First Aid, Genetics.

For me the book has been useful in helping me look after my Ferrets from the perspective of the individual who appreciates and respects the Ferret for not only its qualities as a companion but also their tenacious hunting skills.

But the guide goes far beyond the basic use for which I have it, every time I refer to it I happen across more nuggets of information that are both fascinating and useful.

It must be born in mind that the Ferret itself and the culture surrounding the Ferret in the UK are vastly different from that in the US. In the UK the Ferret has largely been associated with the working class and as a way of obtaining food, not as a play thing or merely a pet. Having stated this, Ferrets in the UK are enjoying something of a rise in popularity as pets and recent articles in the Media (Independent on Sunday, October, 98') estimate Ferret owners numbering 1.5 to 2 million in England alone.

Mr.McKay's work deals with the husbandry of the Ferret to a degree the like of which I have never seen in any "pet guide book". Even going to the extent of covering the musculature and genetics of the animal, vital details for the serious breeder.

As an owner of Ferrets who uses them to hunt both Rabbits and Rats, this work has proven invaluable. It must be born in mind that with the extremely tight controls over the use of firearms in the UK, the Ferret offers an extremely ecologically sound and effective way of controlling both Rabbits and Rats, pests which cause so much damage to British Farming. McKay's guide will take you comprehensivley through all that you need to know to work your Ferrets, for both your and their enjoyment.

In the final analysis, if you are looking for a book covering the keeping of Ferrets as pets in the US, then this book is most likely not for you in my opinion. However if you're a British Ferret keeper, having them either as pets or working them, then I thouroughly commend this book to you.

Horribly inaccurate guide by "leading authority on ferrets".......1998-11-24

Written in the UK, this is not a book for anyone living in the US or anyone wanting to learn more about ferrets as pets. I'd rate this book lower simply for all the inaccurate and false information put forth by a "leading authority on ferrets" whose organization's stated motto is "Improving the ferret's lot through education." By any pet ferret (Mustela furo) owner's standards James McKay fails on both claims.

McKay, writing from a typically myopic European perspective, portrays ferrets here as little more than useful hunting tools with no real value in and of themselves. He dismisses the value of their as pets and gives the condescending impression that this is simply just another American novelty. He seems to contradicts himself by stating they are "friendly as any cat ever could be" in one place and then describing them vicious wild animals in another.

This may be because he never differentiates between ferrets in the US who have been bred docile for use as animal companions since ferreting rabbits was made federally illegal and those in the UK where the sport (if you can call it that) of ferreting is what they are used for. Often he mixes up various Mustela species (e.g. polecats, ermines, & black-footed ferrets) calling them all simply ferrets.

The Introduction and 1st chapter "Origins," including information on ferrets in the US and the black-footed ferret, are so factually flawed as to put his credibility as an expert on ferrets seriously in question. Unfortunately for those in the US printing bad information damages the hard educational efforts with informed research to debunk the many myths that exist about ferrets in this country today.

Since his concern is primarily with ferreting and not with any type of relationship, his suggestions for housing ferrets are aimed at outdoor hutches. His ignorance about keeping ferrets as indoor pets is illustrated by his suggestion to allow ferrets unsupervised free roam of the home. Although there is some mention as to being careful not to step on them, he gives lip-service to proper "ferret-proofing."

At first glance this book appears to be a comprehensive guide to all aspects about ferrets, but further reading provides little useful information among prodigious amounts of fluff. There is an extensive bibliography in the back, but the absence of foot-notes and the amount of misinformation tends to make me believe he has read little and understands less.

Barrons publishes two titles, Ferrets: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Diseases, Behavior, and Breeding (Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals) & Training Your Pet Ferret, that are both under 100 pages yet contain up-to-date information and excellent advice compared to the McKays 160 pages. I'd recommend new ferret owners to get both. Even those who might be drawn to Complete Guide to Ferrets [sic] due to it's claim of extensive information on all ferret issues and/or currently have ferrets will also find these to contain gems of obvious yet often overlooked information useful for you and your fuzzie.

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Karen Dale Dustman
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ASIN: 0791046079

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Excellent source on ferrets!.......2001-05-26

First of all, let me say what a big help this was to me. It pratically has sections on everything you need to know about ferrets; getting your house ferret-proof, how to bathe them, how to tell if they have an illness, and much more. This book is great for ferret owners and soon-to-be ferret owners. It is a must-have, and I highly recommend you buy it. Trust me, this is bool very helpful.

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Complete Guide to Ferrets
James McKay
Manufacturer: Quiller Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000K1Z9BO

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Complete Guide to Ferrets
James McKay
Manufacturer: Swan Hill Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000HN0CD0

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Ferrets
Kimberly Schilling
Manufacturer: Hungry Minds, Inc
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0876052022

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From the imperial decree to the simplest business transaction, the seal has long shown the way for the cultural, economic, and societal progression in Chinese culture for thousands of years.

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A good overview........2007-03-11

This small book provides a good overview for the beginner in the field of Chinese Seals, in a field where there is nigh on nothing available to the English reader.
The chapters are succinct and well written. Each chapter is also well illustrated in terms of seal imprints as well as typical seal designs.
One of the more difficult areas for the non-Chinese speaking/reading collector is that of identifying the era from which one's seals come from - this book will not assist in that task but provides a pleasant and helpful introduction to an area many may well be tempted to delve into.

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The Organic Gardener's Handbook of Natural Insect and Disease Control: A Complete Problem-Solving Guide to Keeping Your Garden & Yard Healthy Withou
Barbara W. Ellis
Manufacturer: Rodale Pr
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 087596124X

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I am interested in the artistic process. In order to approach the theatre as artists, we should have a good look at our tools and how we make decisions. How do we approach one another in the arena of a rehearsal or on a stage? How do we begin, how do we proceed, and what are our allies?
--From the Introduction
A Director Prepares is a fascinating and thought-provoking examination of the challenges of making theatre. In it, Anne Bogart speaks candidly and with immense wisdom of the courage required to create "art with great presence."
Each chapter tackles one of the seven major areas Bogart has identified as both potential partner and potential obstacle to art-making. They are Violence; Memory; Terror; Eroticism; Stereotype; Embarrassment; and Resistance. Each one can be used to generate extraordinary creative energy, if we know how to use it.
A Director Prepares offers every practitioner an extraordinary insight into the creative process. It is a handbook, Bible and manifesto, all in one. No other book on the art of theatre comes even close to offering this much understanding, experience and inspiration.

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Required Reading.......2007-01-13

Full of holes and alot of overbearing personal philosophy. I found myself crossing out lines of this text, as so much of this is conjecture and hyperbole. The chapter on Violence is worth the cost of the book, however, I would recommend going to the library and saving your money. Some directors swear by this text, thusly it is a potent force in the contemporary theatre. However, many of these ideas have been chewed up and misused by so many inexperienced Bogart groupies that it has little more validity than, say, a Richard Foreman text in its extremely self-referential nature.

A must have for your theatre library.......2005-12-14

A vitally important book about creating theatre in the 21st century. Those who complain that this book is not a handbook for how to direct are unfortunately missing the point - one would be hard pressed to find a more important, inspirational book about why we take on the struggle that being in theatre brings.

Don't let the price scare you, all you fellow actors on a budget - this book is for you, too.

Life changing.......2005-01-06

This book totally and completely changed my perspective on what I called 'Directing.' it is full of wonderful stories, theories, and insights into making art. It is an important book for designers, actors, and anyone involved in the process of artistic expression. I read this book, and immediately pursued studying with Anne Bogart and The SITI Company, which I was lucky enough to do over this past summer. It was an incredible experience.
Every so often an artist comes along and gives us an opportunity to see our work in a new way, and be invigorated by it. Bogart's book is a master example of this. Highly recommended.

How any theater artist prepares.......2004-08-16

The title is misleading since the book is really about the process of making art--specifically making theater--and will be valuable to anyone involved in the collaborative process.

Some have complained that this book does not tell one "how to direct." But Bogart's book is about how to find one's voice as an artist and how to wrestle with material--topics that are rarely treated with the sanity that this book does. Reading it will help you figure out how to direct(or act or design) in your own individual way.

A Landmark for Theater.......2003-09-05

Bogart writes from her years of experience and vision in A Director Prepares. Readers merely looking for a book on "how to direct" may want to look elsewhere: this manifesto takes on serious issues faced by theater artists every day. While other books "on directing" explain how to get actors from point A to point B, A Director Prepares examines the shoulders that theatermakers stand on: artistically, historically, politically. And it's not just for Bogart/SITI Company disciples. Like the creation of theater, A Director Prepares requires heightened attention and a clean slate every time you dive into its pages. It's inspiring, but also a challenge to theater makers to rethink how we approach our processes and to question upon whose shoulders we stand.

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What do women write in their diaries? Do they reveal their innermost thoughts, their romantic hopes and fantasies, or do they fill their pages with domestic details? Katie Holmes uncovers the rich, private world of women's diaries.

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