Alpines: Step by Step to Growing Success (Crowood Gardening Guides)

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Hobknob with the stars in a swank hotel, hang out with the manatees, bald eagles, and fiddler crabs in North Miami Beach, or dance the night away in the hippest South Beach club —all this and you don't even need a passport to visit these exotic cities! Our local writers have scoured the Greater Miami area, to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave on your trip, be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.

The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best —"Fodor's guides are saturated with information."

-New compact trim size make these guides even more portable
-Two-color interior design makes it easier to find the information you need
-Fodor's Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures
-Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets
-Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family

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Not comprehensive but still helpful........2006-03-28

Overall, I thought this Fodor's Miami guide was helpful for my trip. It highlights many of the important/interesting sights, restaurants and things to do. However, I was disappointed in their lack of coverage of the public transport (more specifically, bus) system on Miami Beach. When I was there, I took the buses a lot and it would have been helpful if a map of the bus routes were added in the book instead of just saying that Miami public transport isn't good, go rent a car. (I didn't have a driver's license) Also, most of the restaurant recommendations are very generic in the sense that I could have easily pulled out the information from websites such as Citysearch. It totally misses out on the smaller, unique and delicious eateries around town (even on Miami Beach). However, the book is still helpful in my overall trip planning though it could have been better.

This book MADE our trip to Miami!.......2004-11-09

This is such a helpful book! We used it for everything from looking for places for brunch, to the nightlife of South Beach, to finding out why there is 15% gratuity added to every restaurant tab in this area! Any question we had about Miami and the customs there was answered! I highly recommend this book - it was like a portable concierge that we took with us everywhere we went!!! : )

Fodor's Exploring Florida, 5th Edition (Exploring Guides)

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Fodor's Exploring Florida, 5th Edition (Exploring Guides)
Fodor's
Manufacturer: Fodor's
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1400016258
Release Date: 2006-03-07

Fodor's South Florida, 5th Edition (Fodor's Gold Guides)

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Fodor's South Florida, 5th Edition (Fodor's Gold Guides)
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Manufacturer: Fodor's
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1400014069
Release Date: 2004-11-02

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Size up an alligator from an airboat, deep-sea fish in Hemingway's waters, see the true color of key lime pie, or doze among the palm trees at an unfussy Keys hideaway —Fodor's South Florida offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout South Florida to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for Florida be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.

The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best —"Fodor's guides are saturated with information."

-New compact trim size make these guides even more portable
-Two-color interior design makes it easier to find the information you need
-Fodor's Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures
-Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets
-Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family

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Corporate Identity 4 is the long-awaited addition to Graphis's popular series, known and respected for presenting the best corporate identity and branding designs from the past several years. Corporate Identity 4 showcases outstanding identity designs by leading international designers—hailing from Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas—completed for clients as varied as Microsoft, MTV, Shiseido and the American Institute of Graphic Arts. These designs include multiple components, such as environmental graphics, logos, letterheads, brochures, interior designs, packaging, signage and exhibit designs. To maximize usefulness, each campaign is presented with detailed credits and captions. Indices of designers, art directors and creative directors, photographers, illustrators, copywriters and clients complete this essential volume.

World Graphic Design 4: Corporate Identity

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World Graphic Design 4: Corporate Identity
World
Manufacturer: Kodansha
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000KV7NCW

World Graphic Design Now 4 Corporate Identity

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World Graphic Design Now 4 Corporate Identity
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Manufacturer: Kodansha Ltd.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000J0JQTC

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Great for research!.......2001-05-23

I recently did a research paper on coyotes, interested in why they are increasing in the area. I had 18 sources and this book provided the most informative and comprehensive material available; it is also the most current group study available. It provides wonderful insight into the world of the coyote, such as habitat, social hierarchy, breeding, territorial patterns, general behaviors, etc. I fell in love with the coyote after reading it, and was disappointed to hear about the re-introduction of the wolf (predator to coyote) to Yellowstone National Park. The book also contains the most beautiful photographs of coyotes available. Highly recommended!

An outstanding book and very readable.......2000-03-26

A friend recommended this book to me after I asked him why coyotes are turning up everywhere in the US. Wilkinson gets at the heart of why persecuting coyotes is a bad idea. If you love coyotes, you won't be disappointed.

Coyote makes tracks all over the world (Mythtime writings)

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Coyote makes tracks all over the world (Mythtime writings)
Thomas Doty
Manufacturer: T. Doty
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Binding: Unknown Binding

TRACKS, TRACKS, TRACKS...(NATIVE AMERICAN COYOTE TALES)

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TRACKS, TRACKS, TRACKS...(NATIVE AMERICAN COYOTE TALES)

Manufacturer: PERFORMANCES & WORKSHOPS
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio Cassette
ASIN: B000J4XB12

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TRACKS, TRACKS, TRACKS...NATIVE AMERICAN COYOTE TALES

Manufacturer: PERFORMANCES & WORKSHOPS/ SUSAN STRAUSS
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio Cassette
ASIN: B000J54TU8

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SIDE 1: CREATION OF NORTH AMERICA (D'ANGELO) COYOTE GETS HIS NAME (OKANAGAN) COYOTE MEETS NUMOZOKO (PAIUTE) COYOTE & SPIDER (KAROK) SIDE 2: THE SWALLOWING MONSTER (NEZ PERCE) AT' AT' AHLIA AT THE COAST (WASCO)

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This evocative collection reproduces 82 authentic classic baseball cards in their original sizes and colors. It is a celebration of the American League and the men who made it. Introduction. Index of players.

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Very Good.......2000-06-10

Its a very good book for begginner card collecters.

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The epic poem the Thebaid by P. Papinius Statius, written about AD 80 to 92, deals with the fraternal strife between Oedipus' sons Eteocles and Polynices for the mastery of Thebes. Book VII describes the forced march of the Seven and their arrival at Thebes, Jocasta's vain attempt at mediation and Amphiaraus' spectacular katabasis. This book is the first which deals with Thebaid VII since Barth (1664) and Amar & Lemaire (1825-30). Apart from being a commentary in the philological sense, it examines in close detail the poet's mannered style and analyses the text as a system of intertextual references. In addition to Homer and Vergil, specific passages from Euripides, Lucan, Seneca and especially Valerius Flaccus were exploited by Statius to create his challenging imitation. The identification of these sources offers the key to interpret and evaluate the poet's artistic intentions. The Introduction discusses Statius' technique of multiple imitation. The information brought together has been made easily accessible by full indexes and an appendix listing the passages imitated by Statius.

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Epson Complete Guide To Digital Printing - Updated Edition, by Rob SheppardWith the development of the Epson STYLUS, digital photographers can finally get quality prints at home. This guide tells how to use the technology to its greatest potential. Epson is the company at the cutting edge of digital photo quality printing, and their STYLUS Photo Inkjet models make it possible for everyone to print sparkling photographs right at home. With the help of Rob Sheppard, editor of Outdoor Photographer and PCPhoto magazines, and this fully updated manual, amateurs can enter Epson's brave new world with all the latest information on printers and papers. Two-page spreads with write-ups and pictures from acclaimed expert photographers George Lepp, John Shaw, Greg Gorman, Jack Reznicki, Joyce Tenneson, and others explain how Epson printers and digital photography have enhanced their art and expanded their business. There's advice on choosing a printer, selecting standard and specialty papers, using image processing programs to refine photos, adding finishing touches that turn a good print into a great one, and much more. About the Author: Rob Sheppard, the editor of both Outdoor Photographer and PCPhoto magazines, is also the author of multiple titles on Digital Photography.

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Digital Printing Demystified.......2004-11-06

In this book, Rob Sheppard has explained the many factors that can affect the success or failure of an inkjet print. This book is mostly about printing photos on Epson inkjet printers and papers but a lot of the factors involved in a good inkjet print can be applied to printing digital art.

One of the most important factors of a great print is the paper. When choosing a paper, you must consider the purpose of the print. How will it be used? Sheppard discusses the many types of Epson papers and the paper's characteristics that can affect your print such as paper weight, thickness, opacity, surface texture and whiteness.

Sheppard then moves on to printers. He discusses the different types of Epson printers and what to consider when purchasing a printer. There is more to consider than just dye vs. pigment ink. You also need to consider droplet size, printer resolution and borderless printing. Resolution is a very important and confusing topic. Sheppard explains the difference between image resolution and printer resolution. He helps to make sense of these strange numbers and how to use them.

Not every photo is perfect. Sheppard walks you through the various digital darkroom techniques that you can use to fix or enhance your photos. He discusses the many adjustments that you can make to your photos using software such as Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. He also discusses special borders and edge techniques.

One of the most confusing aspects of color printing is how to get the print to look like the image on your computer monitor. The colors in the print usually do not match the color on your monitor. Sheppard discusses color management and calibrating your monitor and printer to alleviate this problem. However, the color on the print is also affected by your paper choice and how the print will be viewed. Will the print be hung on the wall? What type of lighting will be in the location? Sheppard shows you how to make a test strip before printing the final print.

Now that all the hard work is done and you have a great print, Sheppard suggests several projects such as postcards, newsletters, posters, greeting cards and more. He also discusses archival paper and inks, print storage and printer maintenance. Throughout the book, Sheppard profiles several professional photographers who have had success with Epson printers and papers.

Rob Sheppard has authored four books on photography. He is also editor for Outdoor Photographer and PCPhoto magazines.

"Updated Edition" is a joke; beware of bogus revision.......2004-08-03

This is a pretty good, if a bit basic, book on printing. I enjoyed the first edition. However, I picked up this so-called "updated edition" recently and was astonished to find virtually no new content. Here's a comprehensive list of the changes in the second edition:

* New image on cover along with Updated Edition banner

* Copyright page shows 2nd edition and 2004 (vs. original 2003) copyright

* TOC shows Simplified Color Management title on page 103 instead of Simplified Work Flow (original heading)

* On page 103, the heading has been changed from -- you guessed it -- Simplified Work Flow to Simplified Color Management

That is it! They used the same printing plates to reprint the book and only changed the plates for the pages listed above.

Essentially they changed two words in a heading on one page and some overhead (copyright page & toc) and are calling it a "Revised Edition."

Lark Books generally has attractive digital photography books with good content at competitive prices, but they've lost a lot of credibility with me on this one.

User friendly book.......2004-04-05

I recently attended the Epson seminar in Kansas City and bought this book afterwards because they raffled it at the seminar--I didn't win! It has helped me to apply all the information I got from the seminar. Up till this point I was getting a lot of confusing advice about things like resolution and color adjustments. Rob Shepard makes it easy to understand. Thanks to the seminar (which I recommend) and this book,it has started to make sense to me and is not so difficult.

FREE!!!! Epson Complete Guide To Digital Printing.......2004-04-05

I found eight pages of new and useful information in this book.

*ALMOST* all of the other material covered in this book can be found (for the price of looking it up) within the various PDF's that come with an Epson Printer, the various PDF's available at Epson's Support (Downloads) website and/or at:
www.inkjetart.com/

The aspect of this book that made the strongest impression on me was the ten sections that are advertisments for businesses that use Epson products. This is not "How To" or even "Why To" information and serves only Epson and the advertised individuals and companies.

I paid for this. Special Ordered it in Juneau Ak. Now I can't send it back. Anybody want my copy? Cover the Postage (send me a box with the stamps or whatever) and it's yours.

DON'T be a "Dave"- look it up on the web for FREEEEEEEEEEE! (as in speech, not beer).

Well worth the investment.......2004-02-17

It's hard to see how anyone would think this was NOT an Epson marketing book, with every chapter followed by a biography of some professional printer who gives a glowing testimonial about the place of Epson in his life! Yet, the book was very useful to me in an area of digital photography in which it seems difficult to find readable information. This book took me from being completely frustrated with printing, ready to give it up completely, to feeling comfortable, in control, and excited about making prints. For me, at least, it was the right book at the right time.

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Sima Qian's vast Records of the Historian is the first comprehensive history of China and has exerted an immense influence both upon our understanding of the Chinese past and also upon the style and structure of subsequent Chinese historiography. In addition to his contribution as a historian, Sima Qian is a highly significant literary figure whose writings are among the most elegant and powerful from the ancient world.

Durrant's study approaches Sima Qian's work from a literary perspective and demonstrates the relationship between Sima's narrative of the past and his narrative of his own life. That life was a fascinating and complex one. Enjoined by his father to complete a comprehensive history of China, Sima Qian subsequently offended the great Emperor Wu and was sentenced to castration. Rather than take the "noble path" of suicide, he suffered this traumatic punishment and lived on to fulfill his father's injunction--but not without emotional scars, scars that influenced his portrayal of the Chinese past. In fact, the great Han historian's account of the Chinese past, this study argues, is as much his story as it is history.

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Cloudy Mirror: Tension and Conflict in the Writings of Sima Qian. (book reviews): An article from: The Journal of the American Oriental Society
Paul W. Kroll
Manufacturer: American Oriental Society
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00097OPPK
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from The Journal of the American Oriental Society, published by American Oriental Society on April 1, 1997. The length of the article is 2105 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Cloudy Mirror: Tension and Conflict in the Writings of Sima Qian. (book reviews)
Author: Paul W. Kroll
Publication: The Journal of the American Oriental Society (Refereed)
Date: April 1, 1997
Publisher: American Oriental Society
Volume: v117 Issue: n2 Page: p395(3)

Article Type: Book Review

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The Cloudy Mirror Tension and Conflict in the Writing of Sima Qian

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The Cloudy Mirror Tension and Conflict in the Writing of Sima Qian
Stephen W. Durrant
Manufacturer: NY
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000N7IBQ0

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