The Life of an Oak: An Intimate Portrait

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The Life of an Oak takes an intimate look at all aspects of the oak tree, from a microscopic examination of its cellular processes to a survey of the grand Diaspora by which members of this remarkable family have spread around the world and diversified. The separate yet exquisitely coordingated development of male and female flowers, the bursting of buds, the outpouring of leaves, and the groping of roots are described in language and art that will enchant the professional and armchair botanist alike.

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Just about everything you ever wanted to know about oak trees and more.......2007-08-20

This is an outstanding piece of work that may be a bit too technical in parts for some readers. I know it was for me as a neophyte botanist. I may read this again when I've gained more experience because Glenn Keator's in-depth look at oak trees worldwide is as exhaustive as any popular book I've seen, and the artwork by Susan Bazell is wonderful.

Glenn Keator begins with "Oak Architecture," by which he means the nature of the roots, trunk, limbs, branches, leaves, etc. of the tree including epiphytes and the tree itself as an ecosystem. The mighty oak is indeed quite an ecosystem, nourishing many creatures and being nourished itself not only by water, air, sun and soil, but through a mycorrhizal relationship with fungi. Next he goes into the life cycle of the trees from acorn to death to being recycled by nature. The diversity and the evolution of oaks is explored to some considerable depth, and finally there is look at the various habitats that oaks are part of.

I am familiar with the oaks of California, but it was interesting to read about oaks from all parts of the world including those of the high lands of northern Mexico where there is the greatest diversity. Interesting too are the oaks of the tropical rain forests which have evolved differing techniques for survival. Keator reports on the prehistory of the oak and how it has evolved globally beginning at least 40 million years ago.

The most interesting part of the book for me covered the many different kinds of galls that live on these endlessly fascinating trees. Most of us are familiar with the potato and apple shaped galls but how about the rose-colored urchin gall or the mushroom gall or the jumping gall? I had brought some leaves home with what looked like rose-purple colored flowers, each about a quarter inch in diameter, growing on the underside of some leaves, and I wondered what they were. I was surprised to learn that they are but one of many galls that the chemistry of insects incites the oak to grow. Bazell's drawings of the galls on pages 88, 89 and 91 are beautiful and instructive. To me, the presence of so many kinds of galls, which are really ancient adaptations to living with insects, testifies to the great antiquity of the oaks themselves.

I had hoped this book would help me identify oak trees by species--and in the long run it may. But for now what I've learned is that the promiscuous oak, pollinated by the wind, morphs into hybrids that are difficult to identify. Not only that, but what is even more confusing, the oak tree shapes its leaves differently depending on the climate and even on which side of the oak the leaves grow. Furthermore, even though some oaks are named because of the color of their bark, that doesn't always aid identification since the bark is often covered by lichen and mosses. It helps to know that some oaks are deciduous and some are evergreen, and that the acorns themselves are a good key to identification. However the flowering parts of oaks are small and their season is brief, ensuring that those who seek positive identification will have to do some serious fieldwork.

In addition to information about oaks, Keator writes about the other kinds of plants that coexist in oak habitats--flowers, fungi, insects, and other trees, especially beeches.

Complementing Bazell's artwork are full color photos and maps showing the habitats and the global distribution of oaks and similar trees, and there is an excellent glossary. I suspect most people with a spirited interest in oak trees own or are familiar with this excellent book.

A remarkable book.......2000-03-28

I picked up this book thinking that I should have it in my library but not much more. I was soon captivated by its lovely figures and pictures and by its insightful discussions of ALL the various aspects of the oak. I'm not a botanist or even an ecologist, and this book is not just for oak-wonks or something. On the other hand, I just gave my copy to the resident scientist at a local oak preserve (in the hills above San Diego) and so here I am back to buy yet another copy for my library. Highly recommended.

Best Book on Oaks.......2000-02-13

I bought this book for my father who is developing an oak park. He has an insatiable appetite for books, especially those on oaks, he loved it and said it was the best book on oaks he'd ever read...

A complete and enjoyable book about the oaks of the world........1999-01-26

I enjoyed this book because it was complete and had much up-to-date information. Many botancial texts are often out-of-date by the time they have been in print for a time, so it was nice to find soch good, up-to-date material. It's also well written. It's actually a fun read about oaks. Good pictures also. AFter reading this book, whether you are an expect or just a fan, you'll never pass an oak without a much deeper understanding and appreciation of what a unique plant it is.

Wildflowers (Portraits of the Natural World)

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Wildflowers (Portraits of the Natural World)
Andrew Cleave
Manufacturer: New Line Books
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Plant Portraits: The California Legacy of A. R. Valentien

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Plant Portraits: The California Legacy of A. R. Valentien
Margaret N. Dykens , Jean Stern , Exequiel Ezcurra , and Peter Raven
Manufacturer: The Irvine Museum and San Diego Natural Histo Mus.
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: 0971409250

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The Valentien Watercolor Collection: In 1908, artist Albert R. Valentien (1862-1925) accepted a commission from San Diego philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps to paint a series of California wildflowers. 325 Color illustrations and 10 black-and-white illustrations.

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Texas Wildflower Portraits
Lou Ellen O'Kennon
Manufacturer: Texas Monthly Pr
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Wildflower Portraits 1ST Edition
Eloise R Thompson
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Wildflower Portraits 1ST Edition Signed
Eloise Ree Thompson
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Wildflower Portraits Inscribed 1ST Edition

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Wildflower Portraits Inscribed 1ST Edition
Eloise Thompson
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Wildflower portraits
Eloise Reid Thompson
Manufacturer: University of Oklahoma Press
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How Brazil created a European-style monarchy in the New World--and why its influence has endured

In the early nineteenth century, when the rest of Latin America was in a tumult of revolutions that established republics throughout the continent. Brazilians celebrated Dom Pedro II as their emperor and rightful leader. Paradoxically, this quasi-European royal figure--son of the king who had sought refuge in Rio de Janeiro from the Napoleanic armies conquering Portugal--came to symbolize much of what was modern and specifically Brazilian about his people. And when in 1889 Pedro fled into exile and Brazil, too, became a republic, many of the symbols of his royal power were incorporated into new structures of meaning in the new Brazil. Why was this so?

Lilia Moritz Schwarcz's innovative, exciting work blends politics, anthropology, cultural studies, and art history to show how this strange amalgam of European monarchy and New World innovation was invented and sustained. The Emperor's Beard explores the world of Dom Pedro's court--its rituals, icons, racial features, art, and politics--and delineates for us the means and processes whereby the Brazilian empire took shape. Indeed, as Schwarz shows, the social and political meaning of Dom Pedro's court continues to affect the Brazilian imagination today. This is a scintillating, surprising work of real historical and cultural importance.

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As a kid, athletic competition provided some relief from an otherwise difficult childhood. Later, living in a foster home, it was the stage on which to gain attention that didn't seem to be available elsewhere. But it was only at the age of 25, when he had lost a part of the very thing he relied on most to compete (specifically, the lower half of his left leg), that Paul Martin made his commitment--and went on to become a world champion triathlete and Paralympic competitor.

ONE MAN'S LEG is the story of Paul Martin's life to date--and what a life it has been. Whether the passage is laugh-out-loud funny, fiercely heartbreaking or gently thought provoking, few readers will fail to be captivated by Paul Martin's adventures--and misadventures! Things just happen to Paul: storms form out of the blue when he is sailing; culprits steal his bike when his back is turned, and they break into his car while he is ensconced in his highest moment--completing his first ever marathon. While insurance companies are willing to help him acquire a leg to stand on, they balk every time he needs one to run on. And he seems to be accident prone--even after the accident that claimed his limb. As one observer puts it, "There are two kinds of people in the world--those who like to dance with gravity and those who don't."

But Paul Martin has a very special gift--and it is in addition to his athletic prowess and his ability to write honestly, fluidly and at a pace that makes it impossible not to want to turn the page: when life hands Paul Martin lemons, he makes lemonade. Reading ONE MAN'S LEG, the reader can't help but want to make lemonade too. And though the book is never didactic, the recipe is there for anyone who wants it, lurking between the lines, evident in Paul's good humor and in every choice he makes.

Paul's endurance and determination are off the charts--as are those of the "badasses" he runs (and swims, skis, bikes and plays hockey) with. To read ONE MAN'S LEG is to experience the life of an athlete vicariously, to learn to redefine "disability" (or is it "this ability?"),to learn the true meaning of team spirit, and to come to love the finish line, as it applies to each of us and no matter how far off we fear it might be. What an inspiration! What a celebration of life! What a pleasure it is to get to know Paul Martin intimately in these pages!

2000 Paralympic Cycling Team

Ironman Hawaii, Malaysia, Europe

First challenged athlete to complete The Double (Ironman Hawaii/XTERRA)

1998, 2001 International Triathlon Union (ITU) - Lower extremity amputee World Champion; 1997 and 1999 silver medallist.

1998 and 1999 National Cycling Champion, road race.

1998 IPC Disabled Cycling World Championships; bronze medallist.

National Record Holder, half marathon and 5k.

2001-2002 US Amputee Hockey Team

2001 - First leg amputee to participate in an expedition length adventure race - Expedition BVI.

1997 US Olympic Committee's Disabled Athlete of the Year.

Former member of the US Disabled Alpine Ski Team.

PAUL MARTIN IS AN ACCOMPLISHED PUBLIC SPEAKER WHOSE PRESENTATIONS HAVE INSPIRED CHILDREN AND ADULTS THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY.

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A pre-requisite for truly living LIFE.......2003-03-20

One of the most inspiring books I've ever read, Paul Martin takes us on a personal journey through his happiness and his heartaches.Through all of the successes and misfortunes, we are given an honest, and at times, very humorous look at one man's search for true joy and personal success. What does it take to be truly joyous and accomplished in life? It takes the will to try, and the willingness to take different roads until you find the one that belongs to you. It takes all that Paul Martin has to share in this wonderful book.

One Man On a Mission.......2003-03-18

One Man's Leg shows the strength of the human spirit, and the determination of one man in particular. But rather than bludgeon us with a tale of dark adversity and eventual triumph, this book delights in its accessibility and humanity. Paul leads us through his life and evolution with humility and honesty, and writes in a natural prose that inspires genuine identification with him as a person first, and an amputee secondarily.

I heartily recommend this book to anyone at any stage of life, for both a delightful read and a reminder that humans are capable of great things if we only rise to the occasion.

Inspirational..........2003-01-29

I usually don't get into books like this but I read a review on this one and had to check it out...and I was not disappointed. This is a great book for non-athletes and athletes alike. It really shows how someone can change their lives and become great in whatever they decide to focus their energies on regardless of the barriers in the way.

At times the book seems somewhat self-indulgent...but if it was my book I'd do the same...overall it's a great book and recommend it!

One Man's Leg.......2003-01-14

This book is a must-read for anyone that has gone through a tragic event, rough time, or is feeling sorry for themselves. It puts life into perspective and shows that there is always someone worse off than you, no matter how tough things get. It shows that you can laugh at yourself no matter what, and provides insight to the strength of the human spirit.
Paul sets the example that you can accomplish anything that you set your mind to.
Inspirational!!!

Inspiration.......2003-01-14

I Loved this book. It was uplifting and inspirational. To over-come a tragedy and become a role model and world champion, is more then enough to get me out the door and motivated.
A must read for all who have or want to live a more active lifestyle.

4 Novels in One Awakenings; a Leg to Stand On; the Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Seeing Voices

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4 Novels in One Awakenings; a Leg to Stand On; the Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Seeing Voices

Manufacturer: Quality Paperback Book Club
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: B000AN5ZJ8

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Four of Oliver Sacks books inspiring medical writing

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This booklet has an animal illustration and rhyming verse for each letter of the alphabet. From Aardvark, Bear, & Cheetah to Ibex, Yak, & Zebra and passing through Hedgehog, Iguana, Koala, and Platypus, it is a delightful little volume. 6"x7.5".

Animalphabet (Collection L'Enfant, la poesie)

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Animalphabet (Collection L'Enfant, la poesie)
Andre Laude
Manufacturer: Editions Saint-Germain-des-Pres
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: 2243001896

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Expert and inexpensive guide to building 7 wooden birdhouses includes detailed coverage of wood selection, hanging and supporting birdhouses, inspection and cleaning, proper placement, attracting specific species, construction of pest guards, and more. Step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams. Only simple hand tools are needed! 63 illustrations.

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Good Book.......2007-04-10

I have looked through this book and I like it. It could use a bit more detail on the drawings but I think there is enough detail to get the job done. I am an experienced woodworker and I was looking for a book with plans so my daughter and I could make some bird houses. This book does the trick.

Glad I Read the Reviews.......2007-02-08

I'm glad I read the reviews and purchased this book. For the price you certainly can't complain you didn't get your bang for the buck! It's written in an easy-to-understand format and loaded with lots of useful information and ideas. If you want to build birdhouses and have a basic understanding of working with wood (and I mean basic like knowing the difference between a nail and a screw) then this is the book for you.

Well-written...helpful.......2005-04-01

Excellent book. Straightforward wasy instructions. You can buy the wood and go from the plans or you can buy simple kits to assemble [...]

Sketchy and confusing plans.......2003-05-14

This book does have a lot of good information, but the drawings are sketchy and inadequate for a beginning woodworker. Even worse, the drawings are rarely next to the relevant text. For instance, when you're reading the Purple Martin house instructions, you're looking at the Phoebe house.

Excellent reference and plans book.......2001-02-01

This book is very helpful for making birdhouses. Not only does it give you several plans for birdhouses it also provides detailed information on different bird species. That information will help you know what type of house to build, opening sizing and more.

I got this for my nine year old daughter and she really likes it. So, it's pretty easy to read and other than the charts is not too dry to read either.

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Easy-To-Make Bird Feeders for Woodworkers/The Complete Book of Birdhouse Construction for Wookworkers
Various
Manufacturer: Dover Pubns
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000UKIZ2U

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Superb guide for all gardeners, new and experienced. a 10!

Hanging Baskets, Window Boxes, And Other Container Gardens: A Guide To Creative Small-Scale Gardening
David Joyce
Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster
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Binding: Hardcover

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Superb guide for all gardeners, new and experienced. a 10!.......1998-06-11

This book was given to me as a gift by a friend. I have yet to put it down. I am an experienced gardener, but have used it for new ideas and inspiration constantly. I loaned it to another friend and had to fight to get it back, so I have ordered her her own copy. An exquisite book, especially if you admire the Europeans their container gardens.

Hanging Baskets, Window Boxes, And Other Container Gardens - Guide To Creative Small-scale Gardening

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Hanging Baskets, Window Boxes, And Other Container Gardens - Guide To Creative Small-scale Gardening
David Joyce
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Hanging Baskets, Window Boxes, and Other Container Gardens: A Guide to Creative Small-Scale Gardening

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Hanging Baskets, Window Boxes, and Other Container Gardens: A Guide to Creative Small-Scale Gardening
David Joyce
Manufacturer: Summit Books
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ASIN: B000NSBKD0

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Read it again and again...

Bidding Farewell to Guilty Mothering

A truly unique addition to your parenting resource library

A terrific resource for parents

One of the best resources in my library!

Mommy Guilt: Learn To Worry Less, Focus On What Matters Most, And Raise Happier Kids
Julie Bort , Aviva Pflock , and Devra Renner
Manufacturer: AMACOM/American Management Association
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Mommy Guilt looks like it might be one of the new breed of literate mother essay books, the kind in which writers wittily divulge those moments in which they weren't, well, perfect moms. Rather than a collection of essays, Mommy Guilt is a self-help book that aims to guide the time-deprived and stressed mom into parenting with her heart rather than her children's soccer schedule. Some techniques - singing show tunes to your recalcitrant middle schooler, for instance - seem less likely than others, and the book finds its greatest successes in the more no-nonsense advice handed down by the three authors, all of whom have raised children of their own.

What makes Mommy Guiltinteresting on a social anthropology level is that it weaves in experiences of real moms who responded to the authors' survey on mothering issues at a range of age levels and situations. The survey questions are included in the back of the book, along with a helpful reference guide for situations ranging from how to handle tantrums in public to how to pick the right preschool. If the writing is sometimes precocious, its intent is to make mothers let go of the guilt that causes them to enjoy parenting less than they might otherwise, a sort of light-hearted literary jibe at how seriously moms can take the steady collection of dust bunnies and laundry piles over their children's (and their own) emotional well-being. One of the book's more unique features is a section on how to sustain a relationship with one's spouse, something that any parent, but particularly new or first-time parents, would find useful. - Megan Halverson

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Have you ever felt that to be a good parent, you need to be superhuman? Like millions of parents, you've got Mommy Guilt: a feeling that your family is suffering because you can't do everything.

The authors of Mommy Guilt wanted to know what causes these potentially overwhelming feelings. They performed a thorough survey of more than 1,300 parents, and the results point to many factors. Some of the most common include yelling, lack of family time, work choices, and tension over school and extracurricular issues. Mommy Guilt offers practical strategies for dealing with these issues and dozens of others, and presents seven straightforward principles for turning our hectic, stressed, guilt-inducing ways of life into more nurturing, healthful experiences for ourselves and our families.

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Read it again and again..........2007-06-28

I return to this book again and again. It's one of those books that will be a fixture on my bookshelf through all of my parenting years!

The book is easy and quick to read, and now that I have a better understanding of WHY I'm guilty, it's easier for me to just let go of the guilt altogether!

Bidding Farewell to Guilty Mothering.......2006-02-22

This book does a great job of addressing the biggest situations in everyday life that tend to induce mommy-guilt - from mealtime to bedtime, and every single moment in between. Its advice is practical and grounded, delivered with good humor, but never dogmatic. And I love that the book's guilt-free principles can be used whether your child is a newborn or a teenager.

A truly unique addition to your parenting resource library.......2006-01-14

"Mommy Guilt" takes an in-depth look at the emotion that plagues almost all mothers at least some of the time. I love the authors' combination of research (they surveyed over 1300 parents), anecdote, exploration of the concept of guilt, and down-to earth advice. They distinguish between usefull guilt that gets us to change our behavior when necessary, and free-floating guilt that serves no purpose. This dynamic team of authors has written a book that is comprehensive, informative, accessible, and reassuring. "Mommy Guilt" is a must-read for every parent.

A terrific resource for parents.......2006-01-10

The authors' reassuring tone, sound advice and dozens of real-life examples make Mommy Guilt a terrific resource for parents. Readers will learn how to banish those guilty feelings and start enjoying being a mom.

One of the best resources in my library!.......2005-10-25

As a mom of twin preschoolers, I devour mommy books ~~ simply because there are days when it's so chaotic that I need to read to clear my head. This book ~~ highly recommended to my local chapter by the national chapter of Mothers & More ~~ is definitely a godsend. This book zeroes in exactly some of my worst guilts and these fabulous authors set the record straight!

Moms are often targeted by different sources to feel guilty ~~ if they spend more time cleaning the house than with the kids, they feel guilty that they're short-changing the kids. If they work outside the home, they feel guilty for not being there with their kids or they feel guilty that they're enjoying work. Moms feel guilty over disciplining their kids. Moms feel guilty, period. It must be one of those requirements of motherhood ~~ you will feel guilt. At one time or another.

These authors not only tell you to relax ~~ your feelings are valid ~~ but they also offer you suggestions that they have gleamed from their friends, experiences and from talking with other moms. This book is chock full of experiences ~~ from moms dealing with potty training, breast-feeding to raising teenagers, to having a blended family and so on. Their advice are practical and common sensical. They also interject humor as well ~~ life doesn't need to be so serious, so lighten up!

The seven principles of the Mommy-Guilt Free philosophy couldn't have come at a better time for me personally. They are really simple and I would list the basic principles here ~~ but you really need to get a copy of this book for yourself to read more in-depth of what these authors are talking about. It's that good!

Some of the basic principles are: You must be willing to let some things go. Parenting is not a competitive sport. Laugh alot especially with your children, and so on. (These are the ones that I need the most right now ~~ however, I plan to apply the other principles as needed!) This book isn't a book to read once ~~ this is a book that you probably will need to thumb through over and over again throughout your life with your children. This is also a book you might want to pass down to your children ~~ life is too short to live with guilt. And this is a pretty good start to work on getting rid of unnecessary guilt!

So, if anyone wants to borrow my copy, I will have to say, sorry. My copy is not for loan ~~ I know that I will need it over and over again. This is definitely a must-have for every mom (even dads have guilt and there is a section on that too!) ~~ even if you don't think you need it. It's just a great refresher on parenting!

10-24-05

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MARÍA FÉLIX descrita por Octavio Paz.......2000-04-16

MARÍA FÉLIX Descrita por Octavio Paz. A pesar de que en México es un país en el que han imperado los valores masculinos -el padre, el patriarca, el abuelo, el jefe, el macho-, muchas imágenes femeninas han encendido la mente y la fantasía de los mexicanos. Unas son dulces como la Virgen de Guadalupe, colina maternal, amparo de huérfanos; otras son abismales e insondables como la Malinche; otras son un aullido inconsolable, un río negro en la noche, como la Llorona; otras son risueñas y denodas como la Adelita de los revolucionarios. El mito de María Félix es distinto. En primer lugar, es moderno; enseguida, no es enteramente imaginario, como casi todos los del pasado, sino que es la proyección de una mujer real. Nació ante nuestros ojos y nació como un relámpago que desgarra las sombras. Fue y es un desafío ante muchas conversaciones y prejuicios tradicionales. María Félix es una mujer muy mujer que ha tenido la osadía de no ajustare a la idea que se han hecho los machos de la mujer. Es libre como el viento; dispersa o congrega a las nubes, las parte o ilumina con una centella, con la de su mirada.

Hay una diferencia entre los mitos de ayer a los de hoy; la Ninfa se convierte en constelación por la voluntad de Zeus, mientras que María es el resultado de lo que hizo con ella misma, con su cuerpo y con su cara, con su alma y con su vida. María pertenece a la raza de las divas y de los ídolos. Ella nació dos veces; sus padres la engendraron y ella, después se inventó a sí misma, es por eso que la gran creación de María Félix es ella misma.

The best of Maria Felix.......2000-04-16

Maria Felix the most popular Diva in the Mexican Film industry tells her story and her true life. This is one of the most important biography in the mexican life about a life leyend. LA DOÑA

Her Best Biography.......2000-04-16

In Todas mis guerras (all my wars) Maria Félix thalk about her life, her work and her reality. is one of the most wonderful biography in the mexican life. She not jut open her life, she even ones her heart and her leyend.

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Todas Mis Guerras/all My Wars
Maria Felix
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Maria Felix (Todas mis guerras)
Krauze Enrique
Manufacturer: Clio
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ASIN: B000FFX03Y

Maria Felix Todas Mis Guerras Maria Bonita Volume I (Volume 1)

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Maria Felix Todas Mis Guerras Maria Bonita Volume I (Volume 1)

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ASIN: 9686932062

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Large paperback. 1st 1993 edition. Full of bright colorful pictures.

Maria Felix Todas Mis Guerras Volume III

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Maria Felix Todas Mis Guerras Volume III

Manufacturer: Espejo De Obsidiana / Cilo
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ASIN: 9686932089

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Maria Felix Volume III Todas Mis Guerras Soldadera De lujo

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