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The first book of the twenty-first century on New Mexico's ghost towns, this illustrated survey is based on research, interviews, and the travels of author Linda Harris and photographer Pamela Porter. They have divided the state into eleven regions comprising seventy ghost towns, from the Santa Fe Trail and Colfax County in the north to the southern mountains and the boot heel at the other end of New Mexico.

For this writing, Harris has redefined ghost town to refer not just to permanently abandoned places but also to those that have declined without necessarily dying. She sheds light on the ways some towns have survived and how some have reinvented themselves, like Madrid and Cerrillos, former mining towns turned artistic and bohemian enclaves.

All the towns in this book are accessible. Many have their own web sites and most have benefited from the efforts of preservation-minded residents and museum curators. Roads have been improved, churches restored, and schools have been transformed into community centers, libraries, or residences. Ghost Towns Alive will certainly entice New Mexicans and out-of-state tourists alike to pack a lunch and hit the road. Don't forget to bring walking shoes and your camera!

Author Linda G. Harris and photographer Pamela Porter have divided the state into eleven regions comprising seventy ghost towns, from the Santa Fe Trail and Colfax County in the north to the boot heel in the south.

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A very good book on New Mexico ghost towns.......2005-09-28

Not only is this book a good guide to many of New Mexico's ghost towns, but it is also incredibly readable. It is by far, among my very favorite books on the subject.
Plus, it passes the one-question test I give to all New Mexico ghost town books: "Does it include Hagan?"
Hagan, New Mexico--the greatest, most overlooked of all ghost towns anywhere. Many ghost town books just include all the obvious ones, like Shakespeare and Steins, but only the good ones know about Hagan. Not only does this book include Hagan, but it also has a fact or two about it that I've never come across in the rest of my reading.
Buy this book, stock your car's CD player with Caribou and the "Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid" soundtrack, and set off driving.
There's a lot out there waiting for you.

Author Instills Life in Ghost Towns Book.......2005-02-15

Visiting a ghost town can leave you wondering but never knowing what stories lurk behind the crumbled adobe walls, abandoned wagons, and other relics of lives once lived.

Author Linda Harris does a suberb job of introducing the characters who helped form these old towns--the curmudgeons, the criminals, the benefactors, and the adventurers.

Harris also offers the filter of her own heart, soul, and considerable knowledge as an area historian to breathe life into each narrative.

Ghost Towns Alive isn't just a mere recitation of facts, statistics, and driving directions, although you'll find plenty of useful information to get you to your destination. Instead, this book is an absolute must to guide you through an intimate experience of New Mexico's past.

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Alan Paton Award runner-up for non-fiction, 2002.

"Raymond Suttner is one of a small number of white comrades who played a substantial role in bringing apartheid to an end. His book should be read by all who are interested in South Africa."-Walter Sisulu

Inside apartheid's prison: Notes and letters of struggle

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Inside apartheid's prison: Notes and letters of struggle
Raymond Suttner
Manufacturer: University of Natal Press
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Even more interesting than I thought it would be

A Rip Roaring Read

too clever for its own good

A good Dillinger book

It's been done better before

John Dillinger: The Life and Death of America's First Celebrity Criminal
Dary Matera
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Best-selling author Dary Matera sets the Dillinger record straight, seventy years after the outlaw’s death. John Dillinger is an adrenaline-fueled narrative that reignites America’s fascination with the suave but deadly desperado who was the FBI’s first “Public Enemy.” Dubbed “The Jackrabbit” because of the way he leaped over bank cages and railings, Dillinger and his bank-robbing gang cut a criminal swath yet to be equaled. They became so famous in the 1930s that throngs of excited spectators would block the route to their getaway cars. When caught, Dillinger staged the most harrowing prison escapes imaginable—only to finally be betrayed by the infamous “Lady in Red.” John Dillinger brings to light new information, including bank robberies never before reported; detailed plans for major crimes that Dillinger nearly implemented; the revelation that the “Lady in Red” was actually a police plant; and the startling fact that John Dillinger was summarily executed by rogue FBI agents being manipulated by East Chicago detectives desperate to cover up widespread police corruption. With access to thousands of detailed accounts, and pages of telling photographs, Matera’s definitive book describes every robbery, shoot-out, and prison escape as though he choreographed them himself.

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Even more interesting than I thought it would be.......2007-10-01

When I climbed into "John Dillinger's getaway car," a 1933 Hudson Terraplane, and ripped off a piece of the torn leather back seat, I had no idea just how famous, or infamous, Dillinger really was. Fortunately for me, I was but a child, Dillinger was recently dead, and his car was on display at a local fair which was passing through town. I still have that small piece of leather, so, as you might imagine, I've always had an interest in John Dillinger, even though I've never taken the trouble to read much about him.

Prior to reading this book, about all I knew was that Dillinger was a bank robber and that he was gunned down in front of the Biograph Theater in Chicago thanks to the mysterious "lady in red," who, as it turns out, wasn't even wearing red. But, as you will find by reading this book, John Dillinger was more than a simple bank robber and his brief career as America's "Public Enemy #1" involved much more than mere bank robbery. As a matter of fact, his adventures and misadventures were so surprising and interesting, and at times death defying, that, although I already knew the outcome, I found myself rooting for John to pull it off one last time and somehow escape the long arm of the law. But of course, that was not to be.

I really enjoyed this book, once it got rolling, i.e., when Dillinger was paroled after ten years in prison and began the career which made him famous throughout the world and which helped J. Edgar Hoover create the FBI. My only complaint about the book, and it's a small one, is that in the beginning I came feel that the author was overdoing it. By that I mean that he was attempting to convince his readers of the book's authenticity by stating the name and history of every person that Dillinger ever knew and every street address at which he had ever visited or lived. Once the story got moving, however, there was no putting the book down. I only wish it had had a slightly happier ending, but, then, I sat in Dillinger's getaway car.

A Rip Roaring Read.......2007-03-26

"John Dillinger" by Dary Matera proved to be the page-turner I hoped it would be when I purchased it purely on impulse.

Matera gives brief attention to the early life of America's favorite Depression-era desperado, noting the death of his mother when Johnny was a three-year-old and his early forays into small-time crime. Sentenced to a "whopping ten-to-twenty" in the penitentiary for his youthful crimes in 1924, Dillinger spent nine years in the pen before being granted clemency by Indiania Governor Paul V. McNutt in May 1933.

In the fourteen remaining months of his life, Dillinger engaged in a crime spree, robbing banks, raiding police stations for weapons, and staging jail breaks to become America's most colorful prince of thieves and Public Enemy Number One. The narrative is swept along with one shoot-out and getaway after another, and the cast of characters includes all the gangsters I was fascinated with as a boy -- Baby Face Nelson, Pretty Boy Floyd, Homer Van Meter, Alvin Karpis, and a dozen others in Dillinger's changing gang of thugs.

The gun molls play their part and the often-bumbling lawmen, with J. Edgar Hoover at the head of the newly-formed FBI. There was a tender side to Dillinger, shown to his family and girlfriends, his generosity with the needy, and a fierce sense of loyalty to his gang members, for whom he would risk his life to insure their freedom.

Demonstrably well researched, the book has few flaws other than an occasional factual slip-up and a few niggling errors of syntax that annoyed me. But it is definitely a rip roaring read!

too clever for its own good.......2006-06-18

The other reviewers are kinder than I--I got 50 pages in before I gave up on the book, annoyed by the author's factual errors; odd attempts at humor, such as making a pun based on a getaway driver's name, Parker; contemporary slang, such as stating that Dillinger's gun was "righteous heat;" and down right peculiar observations, such as calling a Kroger grocery store "a precursor to K-Mart." There are so many other books on Dillinger that there is no need to wade through this one.

A good Dillinger book.......2005-10-20

This new book about the life & crimes of John Dillinger has some new insight into some previously unknown bank jobs by the Dillinger gang, with some new photographs. There are many books on Johnnie boy and his gang and although this book is lengthy (over 400 pages), I think it would be a worthwhile addition to anyone's library. I would recommend this book to those interested in the "Dillinger Days."

It's been done better before.......2005-03-30

While a good, if annoying read (see details below) that narrates the Dillinger story capably, Matera's book is plagued with problems, from it's main thesis to word usage errors. His conclusions are half-right at best -- police were already stocking machine guns and body armor (Dillinger robbed them, remember?), banks were already beefing up security, and SWAT teams were not created until decades later. Dillinger can only be considered "America's first clebrity criminal" by people who have never heard of Jesse James or Al Capone. While he was the most famous outlaw of the era, it was the presence of so many gangs (and the attendant press coverage) that did more for changes in law enforcement and new federal laws covering what had previously been local offenses.

On to real errors. On p. 128 Dillinger meets with a police snitch at 222 State St. (The Loop), then went around the corner to a bar on Lawrence Ave., which is actually 50-plus blocks north of the 200 block of State! Dillinger was not taken by cops on "commercial jets," as they did not exist in 1934. John's niece Mary is described (p. 126) as a student at Bulter U. and later as "an aspiring beauty school grad" (p. 250); Butler is a beauty school?

Finally usage errors here are maddening. John and Pierpont were "trapped by providential thinking." Huh? It's PROVINCIAL! Here's another doozy: "Anna's underhanded activities were particularly cold-blooded in light of her behavior in the proceeding months. It's supposed to be "proceeding" as in coming before July 1934, not "proceeding" (continuing), as John was no longer alive in the proceeding months. And the hot temperature was not the feds' "alley," it was their ally. OK, one more (p. 132): "The police was..." Who let that through?

Too picky? No. Matera should have given his manuscript a cleaner line-by-line scrub before sending it in, and there is no excuse for such sloppy editing from a professional publishing house.

His breezy writing style may work for some readers, but I find his use of modern slang ill-fitting in a story set in the 1930s. In sum Girardin and Hellmer's "Dillinger" and Burrough's "Public Enemies" are much better books on the subject.

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Tap into the lucrative market of home buyers who prefer and will pay more for homes with trees. Studies show that developed lots with trees sell for an average of 20 to 30 percent more than similarly sized lots without trees, Mature trees that are preserved during development add more value to a lot than post con-struction landscaping. Tree planting and preservation pays off not only on upscale properties but can even be economically feasible on smaller inexpensive lots. Building Greener Neighborhoods demonstrates how builders and developers can save money, generate sales, and enhance their prestige in the community by creating a tree conservation plan. From Home Builder Press and American Forests, 1995, 117 pp.

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Parenting Your Out-of-Control Teenager: 7 Steps to Reestablish Authority and Reclaim Love
Scott P. Sells
Manufacturer: St. Martin's Griffin
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he U.S. Census Bureau estimates that 11 million households contain teenagers who engage in acts of violence, truancy, promiscuity, and substance abuse.Dr. Sells gives parents the power to make lasting changes with seven proven, practical steps:1. Learn the real reasons for teen misbehavior2. Make an ironclad contract to stop that behavior3. Troubleshoot future problems4. End button-pushing5. Stop the seven acesfrom disrespect to threats of violence6. Mobilize outside help7. Reclaim lost love within the family.Dr. Sellss compassionate guide offers a lifeline to parents who want to help their children but dont know how.

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Not very realistic.......2007-10-16

We would have a problem applying some of the heavy techniques in this book for our moderately out-of-control kids. I think this is a good book for those with seriously out of control teenagers. However for both the serious and less serious cases, some of the recommendations in the book are just too unrealistic, and a little repetitive.

Horrid !.......2007-09-04

This book was recommended by a therapist while we were struggling with our soon to be 15 year old at the time. It was devasting. The concepts and suggestions are embarressing, insulting and degrading to teenagers and show no respect for their individualism, personal struggles or pain. Neither does it truly take into account how many of these teenagers have special needs that need to be considered with patience, humility and self restraint on the part of Authoritarian parents. It is rough having an out of control child. It hurts the entire family and many tears are shed but to further alienate these children is offensive. I know. I did it. I read the book and threw it out. After too much money spent on therapy and programs and taking advice from too many school counselors I found
"Positive Discipline For Teenagers" by Jane Nelson and Lynn Lott. What a concept! Respect these Teenagers! A year ago I was worried my son might end up in jail. Today I'm worried if he is getting enough protein! He is a conscientious cheerfull young man who respects life, is a Vegan and spends time on his own learning to control his anger and disabilities and discusses openly with his Father and I.Thanks to Jane and Lynn for their wonderful book.
Get "Positive Discipline for Teenagers" before your child hits puberty and stay clear of "Parenting Your Out of Control Teenager". Learn to respect and love each other now.

A great Buy!.......2007-08-09

A must buy for beneficial strategic parenting info! Good information to help recognize various behavioral patterns.

This book is a must have.......2007-05-31

I would recommend this book to any parent having trouble with their teenager or even preteen. I had bought a couple of other books that were recommended by my son's couselor, but I saw this one and it is by far the best book out there.

Fabulous!!!!!.......2007-05-08

I have learned so much from this book! I would recomend it to any one with kids. (they will be teens one day!) Kids don't have to be out of control before you look for advice. We all could use a little know how before we get to the out of control point. Thank you Scott P. Sells!!!!

Parenting Your Out-of-Control Teenager: 7 Steps to Reestablish Authority and Reclaim Love

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"ranked in the top ten action heroes of B-Westerns ~ Allan "Rocky" Lane".......2005-09-10

Empire Publishing presents "Allan "Rocky" Lane:Republic's Action Ace", reference book on one of the most interesting cowboy stars who ever rode the Hollywood range with behind the scenes stories of his career...(birth name: Harry Leonard Albershart)...birth date September 22, 1904 in Mishawaka, Indiana...left us October 27. 1973 in Woodland Hills, California...written by one of the best authorities on B-Westerns Chuck Thornton and Western film historian David Rothel... reliving those wonderful years from the past thrilling adventures of B-Western heroes during the Saturday Matinees of yesteryear takes us back to our childhood, family and friends...join us when you read just about everything you ever wanted to know about Republic's action ace...Lane provided the off-camera voice of the talking horse '"Mister Ed" (1961)' on 60s TV series...was Rocky disliked by his co-stars and directors, but worshiped by his fans, find the answer and more from this exceptional book on the "Action Ace of Republic Pictures".

Lane's classic good looks and mellow voice quality made him an ideal candidate for leading man roles...he was 40 years old when starring in B-Western films for Republic Pictures in 1944...Allan assumed the role of Red Ryder from Wild Bill Elliott in 1946...after seven action packed sagebrushes by 1947 the Red Ryder series was discontinued and his new series Allan "Rocky" Lane began...during the next seven years and 38 films later Lane ranked #8 (1951) and #5 (1953) by the "Motion Picture Herald and Fan Magazines"...in the "Who's Who in Western Stars Magazine" ranked in the top ten Western stars.

TABLE OF CONTENTS: (Chapter, Title and Page Numbers)

Acknowledgments
Chapter 1 - Allan "Rocky" Lane, The Fightin'est Cowboy on the Range by Ronnie Jones - 8
Chapter 2 - Earning His Spurs: The First Allan Lane Western Series - 1944-1945 by David Rothel - 16
Filmography by Church Thornton
Chapter 3 - The Third Red Ryder; The Second Allan Lane Western Series - 1946-1947 by David Rothel - 30
Filmography by Church Thornton
Chapter 4 - "Rocky" Rides the Range; The Third Allan Lane Western Series - 1947-1953 by David Rothel - 47
Filmography by Chuck Thornton
Chapter 5 - Straight from the Horse's Mouth; Allan Lane and Mr. Ed - 1961-1966 by David Rothel - 122
Chapter 6 - Allan "Rocky" Lane - The Disliked Cowboy by David Rothel - 127
Chapter 7 - An Allan "Rocky" Lane Scrapbook by David Rothel - 137
Epilogue - 215
Selected Bibliography - 177
About the Author - 178

Brings back so many good memories of my years growing up with Rocky Lane at our neighborhood theater..out of print but now appearing on Amazon as a used copy...Don't hesitate pick up your copy today, wonderful and very informative book by Chuck Thornton, David Rothel (one of my favorite authors)...special thanks to Rhonda Lemons and the staff of Empire Publishing for sharing in detail photographs and articles of this great action star who gave us so much pleasure up there on the big screen...Don't miss this one...Great reading in the days and weeks to come...if you enjoyed this book why not read the complete account of "Roy Barcroft:King of the Badmen", which is the title of Bobby J. Copeland's book on the life and times of "Republic Pictures Number One Villain". Barcroft appeared in B-Westerns and Serials - became one of the most recognized actors, when you heard that familiar voice...you were in for it...pick up your copy on Amazon or Empire Publishing.

Total Pages: 181 ~ Empire Publishing ISBN# 0-944019-09-9 ~ (8/01/1990)

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What a great life this boy had!.......2006-04-25

You'd expect -- particularly if you read much Dickens -- that this short, personal history would be dim and depressing.

It is anything but that!

While Christy Kenneally may have lived in great poverty of life-style, he didn't life in poverty of love, laughter and joy.

Antics, adventures and affection show through every page, every character and every story.

I loved it!

A great book for Corkpeople everywhere.......1999-10-14

This book is a heartwarming account of Christy Kenneallys Cork childhood and the tragedy of his mothers death. I would especially recommend this book to any Cork people away from home.

A great book for Corkpeople everywhere.......1999-10-14

This book is a heartwarming account of Christy Kenneallys Cork childhood and the tragedy of his mothers death. I would especially recommend this book to any Cork people away from home.

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