The sea-beach at ebb-tide: A guide to the study of the seaweeds and the lower animal life found between tide-marks

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The sea-beach at ebb-tide: A guide to the study of the seaweeds and the lower animal life found between tide-marks
Augusta Foote Arnold
Manufacturer: Century Co
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The Sea-Beach at Ebb-Tide: A Guide to the Study of the Seaweeds and the Lower Animal Life Found Between Tidemarks
Augusta Arnold
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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ASIN: 0486219496

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Seaweeds at ebb tide
Muriel L Guberlet
Manufacturer: University of Washington Press
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ASIN: B0006AUM20

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Seaweeds At Ebb Tide. Illustrated by Elizabeth L. Curtis
Murel Lewin Guberlet
Manufacturer: University of Washington Pr.
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ASIN: B000RYD8EE

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Seaweeds at Ebb Tide : A Handbook on Pacific Coast Seaweeds
Muriel Lewin Guberlet
Manufacturer: University of Washington press
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000KEVIMA

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THE SEA-BEACH AT EBB-TIDE A Guide to the Study of the Seaweeds and the Lower Animal Life Found Between Tide-Marks
Augusta Foote Arnold
Manufacturer: Century Company
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000F2ZXA0

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Seaweeds at Ebb Tide

Manufacturer: University of Washington Press
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000HTCCBO

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Traces the tradition of vacationing along New Jersey's shore, explores the beach and boardwalk environments, and profiles all of the resorts from Sandy Hook to Cape May, including Long Branch, Asbury Park, Ocean Grove, Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park, Atlantic City, Ocean City, and the Wildwoods. Packed with illustrations and human-interest stories.

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Poor research.......2004-11-29

As I scanned the book I immediately came across two historical inaccuracies.

On page 102 the author states that Abraham Lincoln visited Cape May. This is pure legend and surprisingly Mr. Stansfield, the author, lists a book on Cape May in his Bibliography that clearly debunks the legend. Mr. Lincoln was filing an affidavit in Illinois on the day he was supposed to have been in Cape May. A grocer named Abel Lincoln, from Philadelphia, is no doubt the A. Lincoln that signed the register of the Mansion House on the day in question. Didn't Mr. Stansfield read the book he listed in his Bibliography???

On Page 201 the author shows a picture of the old Municipal Music Pavilion in Ocean City that burned to the ground in 1965. His caption reads that the building has been restored and is still in use.
He is clearly confusing it with the Music Pier built after the boardwalk fire of 1927 that is indeed still in use. The Municipal Music Pavilion depicted in his book was moved after the 1927 fire and used as the city's Convention Hall until it burned in 1965.

This type of careless fact checking and poor research makes one question the validity of the balance of the book.

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What Do We Know About the Amazonian Indians
Anna Lewington
Manufacturer: Bt Bound
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Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 0785799397

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Who are the Indians of the Amazonian rainforest?

Do they grow their own food? Do they live in houses?

br>Are the rainforests of the Amazon in danger?

br>What is happening to the Amazonian Indians today?

This new series takes an exciting look at history and culture through everyday lives of people from a great civilization. Using color photographs and detailed illustrations of cultural objects, each book helps young people ask questions and draw their own conclusions from the evidence.

Anna Lewington, the author, has studied Latin American Anthropology and carried out research work in the Amazon and is a consultant to the world Wide fund for nature.

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Unhappy with your job? Before you vote with your feet, consider the advice of career specialists Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-Evans and learn to love your job. In this practical sequel to their bestseller Love 'Em or Lose 'Em, the authors focus on employee satisfaction as a responsibility you must share with your employer. Although the format of Love It, Don't Leave It: 26 Ways to Get What You Want at Work is gimmicky--the suggestions follow the 26 letters of the alphabet--the advice is smart and specific.

Based on research with 15,000 people who have job longevity, Kaye and Jordan-Evans identified five top "stay factors" such as opportunity for growth and pay equity. Using these factors, they map several dozen CPR ("Career Path Resuscitation") including taming the boss from hell, finding multiple mentors, protecting family time, bringing fun to work, breaking out of your cubicle and solving your Rodney "no respect" Dangerfield problem.

One standout chapter enriches our understanding of the out of the box metaphor by comparing the properties of glass, concrete, and vapor boxes. Rich in examples and underlined with strategies, this book will attract a wide audience. Follow your heart careerists may question the very idea of lobbying against changing jobs. Still, when the authors urge each reader to become the author of his or her job satisfaction, the book becomes a valuable companion in an uncertain economy. --Barbara Mackoff

Book Description

Love It, Don't Leave It encourages employees to assume responsibility for the way their work lives work. This is not difficult, say authors Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-Evans, who take a witty and practical approach to finding job satisfaction. Presented in an appealing, accessible A to Z format, the book includes strategies for communication, career growth, balancing work with family, and more. Chapters include "Ask: And You May Receive," "Jerk: Work with One?" "Passion: It's Not Just a Fruit," and "Zenith: Are We There Yet?" The same breezy, results-minded style that made the authors' Love 'Em or Lose 'Em a bestseller makes this follow-up a fun and inspiring read.

Customer Reviews:

Insightful!.......2005-08-25

Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-Evans have written a useful book for employees who are tempted by greener pastures. The authors caution that those who pursue a glittering opportunity often wind up in a golden mess. Thus, it makes sense to at least try to improve your job before seeking another one that, ultimately, may be even worse. The book's format offers one item of advice for each letter of the alphabet. At times, the formula wears a bit thin (X for "X-ers and Other Generations"), but the advice itself is sound. It primarily consists of encouraging you to decide what you want and go get it. We recommend this book to currently employed malcontents (you know who you are!) and to those who need help mustering the nerve to discuss job satisfaction with their employers. Perhaps the best piece of advice is to only approach your supervisors for a favor when you understand their WIIFT: "What's In It For Them."

Think of this book as a compilation of your own notes .......2004-11-29

Think of this book as a compilation of your own notes to improve your own career. It is written exactly the way I'd organize my own thoughts and plans in a serious way to plan and grow my own career. Very practical and concise tips and easy to read. Takes few minutes to read each topic. The theme of 26 Topics for 26 alphabets is also nice. Finish it quickly and then use from time to time as a reminder to set priorities in your day to day life.

Left It, Didn't Love It.......2004-03-22

Given the rave reviews for this book, I was surprised by the lack of content and value. The book's message is a truism: only you are responsible for your own happiness. It goes on to encourage you to ask for what you want. These aren't bad assertions but they're more complicated to implement than this book would have you believe. The content is structured like an article in a woman's magazine: it uses a bulletized format with basic questions to ask yourself like "What do you enjoy" followed by inane suggestions like "Decorate your office". Cloying and without substance, this book fails to answer many core questions. What if your boss declines your request? What motivates an organization? How do you make lateral moves? Where are the examples of individuals who reengineered their work situation and how exactly they did it ? Granted, too many employees don't understand the work relationship or how to work an organization. But this is not the book that will address those issues. If you're still determined to read this book, my copy is up for sale on Amazon's used site.

Leaving or staying, read this book!.......2003-12-02

This eminently practical book reaches out to you in a real way. Clearly the authors understand the frustrations of employees and offer not one but several layers of approaches to help you get the most from your job. How to think about leaving or staying, what to ask, what to say, conversations to have, and checklists to get clear on your views all help you to make the best decisions. The authors pack so much practical assistance into one short book it is just amazing. This book is designed for fast easy reading. Don't miss out on this great treasure!!

Taking charge.......2003-11-19

What an excellent guidebook to show each employee how to take charge, have fun, be more productive, and enjoy time at work. Even the best managers and leaders can't provide all those results for their people. The employees have to do it themselves. Thanks, Bev and Sharon, for providing the guideposts along the way.

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A "must have" book for all potential Sussex owners.......2003-07-23

purchased Mr. Lewis' book after our family decided to look for a puppy. I read his book cover to cover, many times before I was able to get our first of 3 Sussex. It is a thorough and informative book about this little known spaniel breed. His coverage of the history of the breed is facinating. I have not found as complete source of Sussex information anywhere else. My sister has purchased the book several yrs. ago and has also just purchased her first Sussex Spaniel. I highly recommend reading it prior to looking for a dog.

Sussex Spaniel by John Robert Lewis, Jr........2000-05-20

This book is the bible for Sussex Spaniel owners. It's also the only book on Sussex in print in the U.S. If you are seriously considering purchasing a Sussex you ought to buy and read this book before contacting a breeder. It will help you evaluate if you are willing to go through the process of buying and raising this rare breed and give you the basis to ask intelligent questions. Lewis' book is chock full of wonderful full-colour photographs that show Sussex at all ages of the two body types. These are beguiling dogs and the pictures will steal your heart. Lewis provides a through history of the breed both in England and the U.S. Like the Bible, Lewis spends a large number of pages on the "begats." This is very useful information for a novice breeder but a snooze for pet owners. Lewis also provides useful, general information for new puppy owners. He suggests specific toys that Sussex universally enjoy. My only criticism is the section on health. Lewis glosses over the real health concerns of Sussex owners. Sussex are a healthy breed with few problems but there are serious problems which occasionally occur. It would have been nice if the book provided information about how to recognize the early symptoms of these health problems. One final fun fact: One of the photos in the book identifies the dog as a Sussex but it's a Field Spaniel! After reading the book you should have no problem spotting the mistake.

Sussex Spaniel (Comprehensive Owners Guides)

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Sussex Spaniel (Comprehensive Owners Guides)
Becki Jo Hirshy
Manufacturer: Kennel Club Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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Sussex Spaniel: A Complete and Reliable Handbook (Rare Breed)

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A History of the Sussex Spaniel
Edward J. Orton
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ASIN: B000K0CIQO

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The Sussex Spaniel
Peggy Grayson
Manufacturer: Peggy Grayson
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0851155286

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Sussex Spaniel Champions, 1974-2004
Shae Pata , and Jan Linzy
Manufacturer: Camino E E & Book Co
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Binding: Plastic Comb

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Caution Wake Turbulence!

Timeless Classic

Definitive aircraft manual

Flight Path to Success

Handling the Big Jets: An Explanation of the Significant Difference in Flying Qualities Between Jet Transport Aeroplanes and Piston Engined Transpor
David P. Davies
Manufacturer: Pan American Navigation Service, Incorporated
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Binding: Hardcover

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Checklist for Success: A Pilot's Guide to the Successful Airline Interview (Professional Aviation series)

ASIN: 0903083019

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Caution Wake Turbulence!.......2006-08-30

"When I'm setting down over 200,000 pounds of 707, I want something under my wheels that's plenty long and mighty dry." Captain William Demerest (aka Dean Martin, Airport)

Timeless Classic.......2006-03-16

I acquired my first copy of "Handling the Big Jets" during my university days when studying aeronautical engineering (at Loughborough University of Technology, Leicestershire, England) in the early 1980s. This was an excellent reference book then on handling jets as it covered all the major topics that I needed comprehensively, in simple and easy to read language and explanations.

However, decades later, it is difficult to find a similar definitive book on the subject. This makes "Handling the Big Jets" an important part of my library which I consult on subjects ranging from aerodynamics to aircraft control and stability.

This is a timeless classic which should be an indispensable part of every pilot and aircraft engineer's library.

Definitive aircraft manual.......2000-10-26

Despite its age, this is still the definitive book on handling jets. Comprehensive coverage of the widest range of topics, and to the deepest depth needed to satisfy any technical enquiry. Davies has an unmatched writing style that is highly readable, and right up there with the likes of Bill Gunston. If you prefer reading fiction more than textbooks, then this book is just about as readable as fiction.

Excellent sections on landing and takeoff. Davies makes full use of his background as Chief Test Pilot of what was then the UK Airworthiness Authority. He puts all the topics into the context of proper engineering and aviation fact, shows how the rules evolved from there, and generally gives you complete confidence that you've mastered the full range of the subject. PPRUNE Tech Log has always got one or two side references to this book.

Chase it up hard - it's still around - and keep it at the front of the bookshelf. My copy sits between 737-700 manuals and 4th edition Horonjeff.

Flight Path to Success.......2000-04-02

A top notch choice for the experienced pilot who decides to fly very large jets. For those who are applying for an airline pilot position, this guide makes sense of the new-hire pre-screening flight simulator check on the B-767 or DC-10. The book earns it's keep on the book shelf as a nice review for the twice yearly proficiency checkrides. An excellent refernce guide for high speed aerodynamics and heavy-jet flight characteristics. Captain Davies writes in a way which allows pilots of all types of craft to add to their knowledge of flight. This is a classic book, buy a copy if you can and do not let go.

Jay Jay's Big Book of Flight (Jay Jay the Jet Plane)

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Jay Jay the Jet Plane books

Jay Jay's Big Book of Flight (Jay Jay the Jet Plane)
Kelli Chipponeri
Manufacturer: Price Stern Sloan
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Board book

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ASIN: 0843102616

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In Jay Jay's Big Book of Flight, readers will learn all about the different kinds of aircraft from the high-flying expert himself-Jay Jay!

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Jay Jay the Jet Plane books.......2007-01-09

I bought this book for a 2-year old who loves for his parents to read to him. His Mom and Dad told me he loves the Jay Jay the Jet Plane book.

Flying The Big Jets: Flying the Boeing 777 (4th Edition)

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Flying the Boeing 777
Boeing 777
Jet Lag Writing Style
In some ways disappointing... Cut & paste job
Authoritative

Flying The Big Jets: Flying the Boeing 777 (4th Edition)
Stanley Stewart
Manufacturer: Airlife
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1840371897

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This book presents fascinating facts about what it takes to fly a big jet. How does a large aircraft fly? How long is the take-off run at maximum weight? How much fuel is carried on a transatlantic flight? The answers to these and thousands of other questions are given with sufficient enough detail to satisfy even the most inquisitive reader. Chapter by chapter, readers are taken from the basics of big jets through to the actual flight of a Boeing 777 from London to Boston. Readers will examine the weather forecast with the pilots, monitor the take-off from the flight deck, listen to the radio reports along the way, view the mid-Atlantic weather from above the clouds, witness the preparations for descent, and experience the excitement of landing in Boston. "Flying the Big Jets" is a comprehensive book that reveals the every-day working environment of the modern long-haul airline pilot.

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Flying the Boeing 777.......2007-03-20

The finest book I've seen that combines both excellent technical descriptions of the various 777 aircraft systems together with an excellent Captain's narrative of a North Atlantic crossing from London's Heathrow airport to Boston, Massachusetts. If you want learn about the Boeing 777 and how it's flown in actual line operations, this is the book to read!

Boeing 777.......2004-11-22

United 777 from Chicago O'Hare to London Heathrow Washington Dulles to Paris Charles De Gaulle Los Angeles to Tokyo Narira San Francisco to Tokyo Narita route New York Kennedy to Frankfurt.

Jet Lag Writing Style.......2003-08-22

I was excited to read this book given I have always been interested in what it is like to fly these massive hunks of metal. I have also read a few books by this author about airline crashes, which always proved to be interesting. So here is my problem, I was expecting an interesting and maybe at times even exciting book, what I got was a somewhat bland, even dull at times book that spelled out all the facts about flying a jet. OK, I know that is exactly what the author stated the book would be about on the dust jacket, but he did not mention that the text would be bone dry.

With that criticism out of the way, I did enjoy learning about flying a commercial jet. I thought the run down of the mechanical operations of the aircraft and the actual job of flying the aircraft were the most interesting. The rest of the book was informative and in enough detail to be considered a good overall review, it was just a bit dry, textbook dry. To be honest I do not know exactly what I would have done to make the book more exciting, but hey, he is the author. It is his job to make the book interesting. And to be a nitpicker, how much actually changes with each new version of the book? Overall the book was ok, it had some interesting parts but really is only for someone that is truly interested in how these aircraft work and what it is like to fly them.

In some ways disappointing... Cut & paste job.......2003-02-26

On the one hand, what did I expect? This doesn't exactly promise to be a whole new book. On the other hand, this is so much like Stewart's "Flying The Big Jets--The 747," that it's clear though most of the text all he did was use a word processor to change "747" to "777." There are of course some areas where this won't do--the aircraft have some differences that must be addressed--but even here he didn't sit down and write new material but rather simply inserted individual sentences and paragraphs as needed, wherever the Triple-7 differed in some way from the 747. Even the flight that's the last chapter is exactly the same except we're going to Boston's Logan Airport now instead of New York's JFK. But the weather and flying condititions, and the descriptions and experiences the pilot has along the way, are identical to those of the 747 book. He could have had it snowing in this trip, for instance, to discuss how a pilot deals with a wintery snow landing vs. the rainy landing of the last book.

There are a few plusses: diagrams of the cockpit gauges have been redrawn--much better this time. The section on avionics is updated a bit to reflect new technology. And the text is laid out a little better by the publisher. But if you already have Stewart's 747 version of the book (which I've also reviewed), no need to get this one. If you don't, and you're curious as to what goes into flying a jumbo from chocks away to chocks under, then this is a reasonably good book, if bland at times. (The chapters on meteorology are particularly challenging to stay awake while reading.) There is a near-complete lack of anecdote or personal observation. For a man who has flown around the globe, he has little to say. There are a few attempts at levity, but they fall painfully flat. Stewart may be a fine pilot, but he doesn't sound like he'd be interesting company at a dinner party. He makes something this exciting sound as dull as driving to work. Well, maybe to him that's what it is.

Authoritative.......2001-08-19

Stanley Stewart does an excellent job describing the basic knowlege and procedures for flyng a 747-400. Obviously, you won't learn to fly one just by reading this book, but you will have a good appreciation of the sort of background a senior pilot has.

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Buying the Big Jets by Paul Clark.......2005-08-05

Buying the Big Jets is an excellent practical book on airline fleet planning. It gives guidelines on how airlines should assess, evaluate and select their fleet. The author methodically examines the current practices in fleet planning and provides practical insights into how this can be improved. The book tracks the major steps in aircraft evaluation for scheduled airlines. It starts with the establishment of a planning structure, then assessing the market and aircraft product against corporate goals, analyse aircraft performance and economics and finally carry out an investment appraisal.

As an informed reader from Africa, I have a lot of positive comments for the book. I am, however aware that the author is focusing his message on the large buyers from developed countries, the newly industrialised countries of Asia/Pacific rim and the oil rich Middle East.

The Big Book of 20 Awesome Paper Airplanes

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The Big Book of 20 Awesome Paper Airplanes
Dassault-Falcon Jet-Wilminton Corp + 5 others to thank
Manufacturer: Flying Frog Publication
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Spiral-bound
ASIN: B000W90TLO

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Fun book! Paper included. Fold & fly. No scissors or glue.

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The Big Book of Real Jet Planes
Clayton Knight
Manufacturer: Grosset & Dunlap
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000JK2QT4

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HANDLING THE BIG JETS
D. P. DAVIES
Manufacturer: CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000S35ZG8

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Handling the big jets
D. P Davies
Manufacturer: Brabazon House
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Handling the big jets: An explanation of the significant differences in flying qualities between jet transport aeroplanes and piston engined transport ... other aspects of jet transport handling,

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Handling the big jets: An explanation of the significant differences in flying qualities between jet transport aeroplanes and piston engined transport ... other aspects of jet transport handling,
David P Davies
Manufacturer: Air Registration Board
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: B0006C6GFU

Handling the big jets: The significant differences in flying qualities between jet transport aeroplanes and piston-engined transport aeroplanes

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Handling the big jets: The significant differences in flying qualities between jet transport aeroplanes and piston-engined transport aeroplanes
David P Davies
Manufacturer: Air Registration Board
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: B0006BXIF2

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The Old-Time, Blue-Ribbon Gardener's Handbook: Tips, Techniques, and Projects brings back the days of the big backyard and the home-oriented pleasure of days gone by. Full of visually appealing vintage art that exudes old-fashioned warmth and a wealth of classic, time-tested gardening know-how, this stunning volume is a classic that will delight beginning and experienced gardeners of all ages as well as those interested in popular culture and graphic design.

This is the first gardening book of its kind to offer basic gardening information and projects illustrated with authentic vintage art, which ranges from charming seed packets and colorful gardening catalogs and advertisements to photographs and step-by-step line drawings from gardening magazines and rarely seen books. Chapters cover all the timeless basics: planning; equipment; soil; lawns; trees and shrubs; annuals and perennials; roses; bulbs, tubers, and corms; vegetable gardening; berries and fruit trees; weeds, pests, and diseases; and special projects. Tip boxes and anecdotal sidebars provide helpful information and a witty, historical perspective throughout. Beautifully designed and printed on heavy paper stock that authentically replicates the artwork, this volume is an indispensable reference of tried-and-true gardening tips and techniques that is as useful as it is collectible.

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The Book of Haggai: Prophecy and Society in Early Persian Yehud
John Kessler
Manufacturer: Society of Biblical Literature
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 1589832868

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Despite the infamous reputation of the enigmatic Stanley Kubrick, Matthew Modine couldn’t refuse his offer. Faced with the prospects of a career-defining role and mentorship by a cinematic great, the 24-year-old Hollywood actor arrived in London armed with a large-format Roliflex camera–inspired by Kubrick’s early career as a Look photographer–and a notebook to record his own on-set reportage; preparation for his starring role as a Marine Corps journalist.

But expectations eroded as a strange, creeping sickness pervaded the set, a horrific accident sidelined a principal, and an unexpected rivalry arose with a co-star. And as the months dragged on, take-by-take, Modine realized he was falling victim to a manipulative mind-game of the Grand Master himself.

By the time his tour of duty ended a year and a half later, Modine had shot hundreds of photos and written countless entries. Only now–after two decades and the death of Kubrick–can Modine look back on his images and words. The result–a coming-of-age drama set against the backdrop of a seminal Vietnam saga.

A book like no other, Stanley Kubrick would have been the first in line to buy Full Metal Jacket Diary.

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Buy this book.......2007-10-13

Full Metal Jacket Diary
If you are a fan of Stanley Kubrick and you don't own this book, you need to buy it immediately. If you're thinking about it and you're skimming the reviews to see whether you should or not then there - I've said it in the first paragraph. Feel free to skip to the next review.
Why should you buy it? You won't learn anything revolutionary about Kubrick - if you're considering spending the cash chances are you know plenty about Kubrick already. You know that he spends 3 times as long as a regular director on principal photography. You know he requires take after take - not because the actors aren't capable enough to get the performance right on the first or fifth take, but because Kubrick himself doesn't know what he wants until he sees it. And you know that Kubrick is a master manipulator who will turn actor against actor to get the required performance. No, the reason you need to buy this book is because it proves without a doubt that Kubrick's methods are completely justified when it comes to film crews and especially actors (regardless of how obsessive compulsive his behaviour appears). Also your friends will think you are cool and educated when they see this shiny book on your coffee table.
Matthew Modine should be commended for allowing us into his head. In retrospect he must have known that many of his comments would seem ignorant and embarrassing in the 21st Century (I'm thinking specifically of his request that his naked Vietnamese co-star keep her vagina off his back for fear of catching AIDS).
Remember what the drama school kids were like when you were in high school/college? Modine proves that no matter how big a celebrity actors are, at heart they are still those over-reacting, overly sensitive drama school kids. All his phobias and anxieties and hypocondria are included in this book for all to see.
When this book arrived in the mail I was half way through two books from a couple of my favourite authors, and while I felt it was a chore to finish those books, I picked up Full Metal Jacket Diary and read it cover to cover in one sitting. It is structured in screenplay form and is very entertaining.
If nothing else, this book is the ultimate pun. It is about the filming of the movie 'Full Metal Jacket', and it has a full ... metal ... jacket. Buy it.

A unique chronicle and perspective on Full Metal Jacket.......2007-08-21

This diary and its photographs provide a very unique look into the making of this classic film from Stanley Kubrick. Matthew Modine's notes and photos, create a very personal glimpse into his thoughts has he went through what became a very long shoot. This is not a "how the film was made" book, but rather a document of a very special film, from the perspective of its leading actor. Recommended for Full Metal Jacket fans.

The Battle of Making an Anti-war Film.......2007-01-21

I was very glad to have bought a copy of this most unusual book, and really feel myself the proud owner of this unique piece of literature. It is not important to me whether anyone else, family or friends, appreciate or value "Full Metal Jacket Diary" by Matthew Modine or not, I possess this book, complete with its hinged full metal jacket and individual number! I have long admired Matthew Modine's work as an actor, but was not familiar before with his photography and writing skills, which are amply displayed in this narration.

Resident in Europe, where such a book would simply not be stocked in a regular bookshop, I only noticed it's existence online a year after its appearance, and was able to order it via[.............].

The layout is very individual, firstly the positioning of the text in a frame marked by crosses on the page. Alternating different types of text with different types of photographs, sepia or black and white, all on high-quality glossy paper, accentuates the special quality of the book as a whole.

The narrative is acutely descriptive, with down-to-earth vocabulary and fine observation, including insightful psychological evaluation of Kubrick, the author himself and everyone around him. As a bonus we hear news of the times, are given miniatures of life and views in America, and an American's view of the English and life in England. Modine's biographical elements make the narrative very personal and touching. Also revealed are film industry tricks to create special effects 20 years ago in the pre-computer effects age.

Matthew Modine's commented diary entries graphically convey the long-drawn-out physical and psychological discomfort to the actors which resulted in this unforgettable film. The thoroughness and perfectionism of Kubrick's working methods exhausted and irritated the cast and added to the costs, but the result was a film that has become a classic. His insistent work on the actors' performance made many of them stars in the film industry, "Full Metal Jacket Diary" clearly brought over this aspect. That this harsh experience made or marred an actor's future could only be expected. In Germany there is a saying "Gut Ding braucht Weile" - meaning a good thing needs time. How true, especially in this case. Not all geniuses enjoy instant success, for most of them hard work and the time needed to achieve success are as important as for the rest of us, and Kubrick was then already an acknowledged genius.

Summing up, I would dare to put forward that this presentation by Matthew Modine has put him squarely into the literary world as an unusual author, tackling a difficult subject from an unusual angle. I hope I will have the pleasure of seeing more of his work in future.

Classic Marine Book.......2007-01-18

I bought this book for a Xmas gift and it was the best one!
Fully Marine Corps Book!

Behind the scenes.......2007-01-06

I was a bit skeptical when purchasing this book, which was recommended by a friend. But I really enjoyed the behind the scenes look at such a tremendous director and film. Wouldn't it be wonderful if someone took candid photos and kept a diary on all major productions? Modine's inside look into the making of the film and working with Mr. Kubrick really gave you a more in depth perception of what it was like living a movie instead of making a movie. Maybe a little too much info on Modine himself but still a good read and reference, also.

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Full-page color photos accompany this survey of her life.......2003-08-08

This historical survey of the Queen Mother of Great Britain is intended as a tribute to her life as much as a biographical coverage, and covers her various challenges and contributions as the queen. Many full-page color photos accompany this survey of her life, making for a fine coffee table edition or as an anglophile keepsake.

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