A Revision of the Genus Hypoxylon (Mycologia Memoir)

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The classic reference for international travelers-completely updated.

The Pocket Doctor provides travelers with all the information they need to prepare for a trip, to stay healthy while traveling, and to care for health problems that may arise during the journey. In this pocket-sized companion, Dr. Bezruchka covers a tremendous number of topics. Chapters include: Before You Go; Finding Medical Help Abroad; General Health Advice (discussing food, water, hygiene, special environments, and more); Common Illnesses; Less Common Illnesses and Problems; Life-Threatening Emergencies; and The Returning Traveler.

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Pocket Doctor.......2007-09-26

The Pocket Doctor: A Passport to Healthy Travel (Purchased on 08/26/2007)
This is an excellent for any traveller.

Seems nice.......2007-07-09

Hello,

I have looked through some of this, but not read it all, i like its size and it seems helpful and will be added as part of my medical kit. I like how it organizes information into categories such as Common Illnesses and then other uncommon ones or something like that. Helps to know what commonly occurs and what doesnt. Information on drugs given in the table should be helpful i think.

- Jason

Skillful Synopsis.......2004-12-23

I have two bookshelves full of books that I regularly consult on travel medicine issues. Obviously, it's impractical for anyone to carry these heavy resources, and therefore it is lucky that there is a skillful synopsis available by Stephen Bezruchka. Dr. Bezruchka has spent a lot of his adult life in developing countries, mostly Nepal. He has distilled the most basic information that might confront the international traveller into a book that is the same size as your passport. The tone is reassuring and authoratative. You will want to read the pre-travel information before you go, but you may not look at the rest of it--until you need it. I think this is the lightest, most useful resource available to travelers.

The only book to have!.......2000-05-07

As a medical intern, I have utilized many different books/manuals in the hospital and outpatient setting. This book is by far, the most complete and satisfying source that I have ever used. The algorhythms are clearly written, and provide information on diagnosis and treatment based upon current guidelines. It is a must buy!

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This beautiful book presents highlights from the collection of Maida and George Abrams, arguably the finest private collection of Dutch seventeenth-century drawings in the world. The works range from studies by renowned masters-including Pieter Bruegel the Elder, Rembrandt van Rijn, Jacob van Ruisdael, Jacques de Gheyn II, Hendrick Goltzius, and Hendrick Avercamp-to drawings by lesser-known draftsmen whose contributions are essential to understanding the art of the period. The book features seven drawings by Rembrandt, a diverse group by his pupils, a comprehensive survey of Dutch landscape drawing, and figure studies and scenes of daily life by genre artists such as Willem Buytewech and Adriaen van Ostade. The works are explicated in William Robinson's detailed catalogue entries and in two essays: George Abrams reflects on recent acquisitions for his collection; and Martin Royalton-Kisch examines the Abrams' holdings within the tradition of specialized collections of Dutch drawings in England, France, and America.

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The accompanying complimentary CD Fragile Tears is a compilation of music from various artists, to provide positive and reflective healing to the listener.

Written for youth. Comforting stories and drawings of beloved pets. Youth especially have a difficult time with the loss of a beloved animal companion. Because often times it is their first exposure to death, or the animal is their very first best friend. Grief over the loss of a beloved animal companion can be devastating and isolating. Many times society doesn't recognize or accept the depth of grief that people experience.

After the uncontrollable tears of sadness, we begin to heal, sometimes very slowly. Gradually, as we begin to heal, we remember our lost loved one with mixed emotions of grief and joy. And often times, without the slightest warning, we feel a delicate tear on our cheek. A fragile tear created mostly by love. May this book provide comfort and guidance to youth that have lost a beloved animal companion.

Fragile tears are symbolic of pure and innocent grief and joy. These tears can be various colors and sizes, much like a rainbow, or rainbow tears. And although they often represent sadness, tears can also reflect brilliant colors of happiness.

Sometimes tears of sorrow can become too heavy for us to carry alone, and we must allow others to help us. Like a dove in flight, others can lift our spirits and help carry our burdens away.

If we are patient, and listen very carefully, we can hear the tears gently brush against each other in the pleasant sounds of the wind chimes, streams, oceans, birds and nature all around. And then we are at peace and become healed.

Oriental rug primer: Buying and understanding new oriental rugs
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Oriental rug primer: Buying and understanding new oriental rugs
Aram Jerrehian
Manufacturer: Facts on File Inc
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: 0871964945

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Greens are one of the most popular grow-it-yourself food stuffs, providing healthy salads and vegetables throughout much of the year. The main types of greens described and illustrated include spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, and many more.

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Muy Excellente!.......2001-08-04

This may not be the top-selling item at Amazon, but it's an excellent book, put out by Brill Publishing (Leiden), who make great scholarly books. There's a Gotisches Etym. Wörterbuch out there by somebody, but this is much easier to use and more helpful (plus it's in English, which is more convenient for most of us).

What really makes this nice is that, not only does it give Indogermanic cognates for the Gothic words, but it tells you which Greek words the Gothic ones are translations of (from Bishop Wulfila's Bible, who studied in Constantinople). Also, the book is sturdy and has a good feel to it.

A GOTHIC ETYMOLOGICAL DICTIONARY
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A GOTHIC ETYMOLOGICAL DICTIONARY
Winfred Lehmann
Manufacturer: E. J. Brill
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Etymology | Words & Language | Reference | Subjects | Books
ASIN: B000M0MRW2

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A GOTHIC ETYMOLOGICAL DICTIONARY BASED ON THE THIRD EDITION OF 'VERGLEICHENDES WORTERBUCH DER GOTISCHEN SPRACHE' BY SIGMUND FEIST

Manufacturer: E. J. Brill
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Binding: Hardcover

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Gothic Etymological Dictionary: Based on the Third Edition of Vergleichendes Worterbuch Der Gotischen Sprache by Sigmund Feist, with Bibliography Prepared under the Direction of H. -J. J. Hewitt
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Winfred Philipp Lehmann
Manufacturer: Brill Academic Publishers, Incorporated
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: B000MBSOPK

Jesse James: The Man and his Machines
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the book stands on it's own - doesn't need the jesse stamp

Bizzare reviews of a great book

It's all here - history, atmosphere, bikes, pictures, story

Good book, whether it is "official" or not!

If you are a true MG/WCC/Jesse James Fan

Jesse James: The Man and his Machines
Mike Seate
Manufacturer: Motorbooks
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0760316147

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On the surface, with his collection of skulls, pet sharks, pit bulls, and tattoos, Jesse James is the consummate motorcycle outlaw. Some of this comes naturally - after all, his great-great-grandfather was the famous outlaw's cousin. But this image is only a small part of Jesse James' persona. There's also his passion as an artisan and his success at custom building bikes (chronicled in Discover Channels video productions Motorcycle Mania and Motorcycle Mania 2). Now Jesse puts his talents to good use as the master builder in the popular new Discovery Channel series Monster Garage. This book chronicles James' meteoric rise to stardom, with an emphasis on his current celebrity. It includes information about the popular Motorcycle Mania documentaries (two of the three highest-rated shows ever to air on the Discovery Channel) as well as James' hit television series Monster Garage, the most popular program on cable television.

Customer Reviews:

the book stands on it's own - doesn't need the jesse stamp.......2005-03-22

c'mon outlaw, stop whining...

your marketing machine is impressive, but your fans realize there is more than the fun-but-shallow spin seen on tv.

Bizzare reviews of a great book.......2004-12-04

I just discovered the "write a review" feature on Amazon and have been going through reviews of books I've read in the past year. The reviews of this book are completely mental. It is a great book. If anything, it makes Jesse look too good. I was hoping for a bit more dirt about his marriages and divorces and other stuff. But it is still very interesting, with great photography. For the life of me I can't figure out why Jesse hates it so much.

It's all here - history, atmosphere, bikes, pictures, story.......2004-09-05

Maybe this was an "unauthorized" biography, but it's darned good. We get insight into how Jesse learned his craft, who he studied under and where he worked prior to starting his own shop. Jesse dreamt of having his own shop ever since he was a young boy, and this is a decent tale about how it came to be.

There are lots of pictures (the book is about 50% pictures, and 50% text). We gain insight into his parts business, the custom bikes, and Jesse's evolving aesthetic.

There is a section devoted to the recent Monster Garage work, and a section about Jesse's team, and what it's like to work with him.

I gather that "Jesse James Inc." is angry that this book was published without his permission, probably because he doesn't get a cut of the proceeds. Too bad for them. This is an interesting read. I'm sure the style mavens a WCC would want to project pure image, whereas this book is much more honest and human, and gives the reader some real insight into the man and his team.

Highly recommended.

Good book, whether it is "official" or not!.......2003-12-24

This book is well written, filled with great photos, and is very fair. Frankly, I don't know what the fuss is about! Did Jesse not get offered a big enough cut? LOL
I respect Jesse a great deal, and have found in him a great role model and inspiration, since I want to become a bike builder myself. This book was cool because it cut through James' public bad-ass persona and showed the side of him that I admire: a perfectionist craftsman, a genius marketer, and a tireless worker. It is fascinating to read how this guy came from meager means to become a world hero of cult proportions. If I was Jesse, I'd be flattered by this book. But as I said before, it probably comes down to money, and who got what.

If you are a true MG/WCC/Jesse James Fan.......2003-12-16

If you are a true fan, you will not support Mike Seate by purchasing this book. Jesse James, himself, has come out and publicly stated that he did not authorize this book. Mike Seate violated and abused a friendship. If you are a decent upstanding person with good morals and high standards, you will not purchase this book.

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Astaire and Rogers, Tracy and Hepburn. Just the mention of their names evokes the powerful chemistry between these screen couples, which utterly transcended the often formulaic films in which they appeared together. Indeed, watching the synergistic flow of energy between charismatic screen partners is one of the great pleasures of cinema and television, as well as an important vehicle for thinking through issues of intimacy and gender relations. In this book, Martha P. Nochimson engages in a groundbreaking study of screen couple chemistry. She begins by classifying various types of couples to define what sets the synergistic couple apart from other onscreen pairings. Then she moves into extended discussions of four enduring screen couples--Maureen O'Sullivan/Johnny Weissmuller, Myrna Loy/William Powell, Fred Astaire/Ginger Rogers, and Katharine Hepburn/Spencer Tracy. Using theories of neuroscience, she demonstrates that their onscreen chemistry is a very real phenomenon, powerful enough to subvert conventional formulations of male/female relations. Material she has uncovered in the infamous Production Code Administration files illuminates the historical context of her contentions. Finally, Nochimson traces the screen couple to its present-day incarnation in such pairs as Woody Allen/Diane Keaton, Scully/Mulder of The X-Files, and Cliff/Claire Huxtable of The Cosby Show.

Customer Reviews:

Great chemistry by Marilyn Horowitz.......2004-08-23

Screen Couple Chemistry was a fascinating read that provided me with new insights into the underlying structure of romantic relationships in the Hollywood pantheon. This was particularly helpful in my work as a writer and teacher of screenwriting at NYU. I recommend this book to anyone interested in movies or about to write a screenplay with a romance in it. Nochimson's view of Hollywood hypocrisy is an eye opener and a doorway for any writer who wants to find something new and original to write.

Bold, Daring, Innovative.......2004-07-26

Interested in the phenomenon of couples onscreen? No one has written about this subject with such insight and specificity previously. I never thought about how many different kinds of couples there are before this read. Or how the way popular culture uses couples has changed with time. Take a look!!

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THE HISTORY OF THE GINGER BREAD MAN
J.P Donleavy
Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000J3Y7HK

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History of the Ginger Man
J.P. Donleavy
Manufacturer: HOUGHTON MIFFLIN / SEYMOUR LAW
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Binding: Hardcover
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