Four Years Under Marse Robert

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A great memoir of the War Between the States!

Four Years Under Marse Robert
Robert Stiles
Manufacturer: Morningside Bookshop
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0890290407

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A great memoir of the War Between the States!.......2004-01-08

Can hardly believe that no one has reviewed this book. This is
an excellent volume of personal recollections of service with the Army of Northern Virginia. The account of the Gettysburg campaign alone is worth the price of the book, especially the part about "Extra Billy" Smith's conquest of York, PA, and Major General Jubal Early's reaction to it. Buy and read this book!

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Four Years Under Marse Robert
Robert Stiles
Manufacturer: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: 0548234639

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La vida de un filósofo de fuera adentro.......2003-11-30

Atrapé este libro con recelo y pronto me cautivó, superando todas mis expectativas. Savater está sobresaliente. Cuente lo que cuente. No es la historia de una vida normal, pero si lo fuera, el hábil instinto destructor de mitos, azote de la pereza mental, el continuo y cruel destape de las miserias de enemigos oficiales y de correligionarios, unido a una calidad literaria impecable hace cada página una invitación a la reflexión profunda a la vez que irónica, mordaz y sabrosa. Savater es una fuente de ingeniosos aforismos, paradojas y otros juegos verbales con los que arrastra al lector de la perplejidad a la complicidad, el sobresalto y como último peldaño, al pensamiento crítico, elemento esencial junto a la alegría del carácter del filósofo. Savater siembra la duda en todas los terrenos por los que ha pasado. Es un duro crítico a la élite academicista, aun siendo un reconocido catedrático de universidad. Considerándose veladamente "progre", se despacha a placer con los aun convalecientes de la utopía sesentayochista. Duda de sí mismo, duda de haber aprendido algo más allá de su infancia devoradora de novelas. Y se define (por fin) abiertamente como un escritor de profesión. Un escritor que da clases, a diferencia de sus colegas, profesores que escriben libros. Admite que no es novelista porque no se cree capaz de inventar buenas historias. Aquejado de una casi insoportable propensión a la humildad, que no es más que una hermosa cortina cubriendo una vanidad insaciable, narra su profunda amistad y admiración mutua con personajes de la talla de Emil Cioran y Octavio Paz. Ha compartido viajes, salidas, y enjundiosas conversaciones con una lista incacabable de "grandes" de la intelectualidad: Vargas Llosa, Azúa, Borges... De todos ha sabido extraer sabias enseñanzas que quizá los propios maestros ignoraban. Intenta hacer creer que no ha sido ni gran pensador ni valiente en su batalla política. Pero es inevitable admirar su actitud de compromiso político desinteresado contra el nacionalismo períférico radical no violento, "pecera" donde aletean los alevines del terrorismo. Un sacrificio one1roso por sus ideas de justicia social y su amor a San Sebastián que resulta sigularísimo en estos días.

Particularmente interesante es el relato de su relación con el pensamiento filosófico. Hace una detallada descripción de sus primeras lecturas, su aproximación a la comprensión de los pensadores, su estudios en la facultad, la formación de su criterio (y sus manías) y su trayectoria literaria desde sus primeros artículos. Este aspecto es un documento esencial para comprender a uno de los más prolíficos autores filosóficos de nuestro tiempo.

Book Description

With a mixture of tenderness, irony, melancholy, and a sense of humor, this Spanish philosopher tells the story of what he has done with his life, or better yet, what life has done with him. This book includes his childhood in San Sebastian, the happiest stage of his life; the memories of his adolescence, up until the death of Franco; and his political commitments of today. In this unique work, Savater reflects upon the journey of his life, conscious that one cannot reveal it all.

Description in Spanish:

«¿Escribir tu autobiografía? Pero ¿no eres demasiado joven?». Fernando Savater reconoce que le encanta este reproche, pues significa que todavía le queda algo para lo que «no es demasiado mayor»; aunque ganarse el piropo le haya costado escribir un volumen de memorias. Con una mezcla de ternura, ironía, melancolía, acidez y sentido del humor, el filósofo relata la historia de su vida, o más bien «lo que la vida ha hecho conmigo», como él prefiere describirlo.

La primera parte se ocupa de su infancia en San Sebastián, la etapa más feliz de su vida, que llega hasta los doce años cuando su familia se trasladó a Madrid. La segunda recoge sus recuerdos de adolescencia y primera juventud, hasta la muerte de Franco cuando Savater contaba veintiocho años. La tercera parte abarca hasta hoy mismo, y se centra en su compromiso político, pues «hacer política cuando la democracia está amenazada es precisamente la primera obligación de una conciencia sana». El autor se explaya en sus gustos, sus aficiones y sus preferencias, porque como él dice «estamos unidos a este mundo y a la vida por cuanto aprobamos, no por nuestra capacidad de detestar». Las lecturas de infancia, las carreras de caballos, los filósofos que siempre le acompañan o los lugares y las personas que ama forman parte de esta historia.

En esta obra única, cargada de saber y sentimiento, el autor mira los tramos del camino recorrido, consciente de que uno no lo puede contar todo de sí mismo: «no refiero toda la verdad, pero creo que lo que digo es bastante verdadero siempre».

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Las confesiones de un filosofo "pequeno".(Mira por donde. Autobiografia razonada )(Resena de libro): An article from: Letras Libres
Vicente Molina Foie
Manufacturer: Editorial Vuelta, S.A. de C.V.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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ASIN: B0008DILWS
Release Date: 2005-07-31

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This digital document is an article from Letras Libres, published by Editorial Vuelta, S.A. de C.V. on May 1, 2003. The length of the article is 1744 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Las confesiones de un filosofo "pequeno".(Mira por donde. Autobiografia razonada )(Resena de libro)
Author: Vicente Molina Foie
Publication: Letras Libres (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2003
Publisher: Editorial Vuelta, S.A. de C.V.
Volume: 5 Issue: 53 Page: 71(2)

Article Type: Resena de libro

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not much of a self-help book

EXCELLENT GUIDE

The American Institute of Homeopathy Handbook for partents.

I sell homeopathic products

Alternatives for parents seeking answers

The American Institute of Homeopathy Handbook for Parents: A Guide to Healthy Treatment for Everything from Colds and Allergies to ADHD, Obesity, and Depression
Edward, M.D., D.Ht. Shalts
Manufacturer: Jossey-Bass
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Binding: Paperback

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The American Institute of Homeopathy (AIH) is the oldest medical organization in the United States, founded three years before the American Medical Association. The American Institute of Homeopathy Handbook for Parents is the first AIH publication that offers another option for parents who are reluctant to participate in the widespread extreme measures of conventional medicine such as stimulants, antidepressants, and overuse of antibiotics. Step-by-step Edward Shalts, a medical doctor who practices homeopathic medicine, explains what homeopathy is and how it works. He presents a user-friendly overview of acute and chronic issues and shows how parents can deal with them, either on their own for some problems, or in many cases, with a qualified practitioner. This important resource explains the principles of homeopathy, the nature of remedies, and the appropriate time to use homeopathy.

Customer Reviews:

not much of a self-help book.......2007-09-16

I'm glad I got this from the library before buying it. This has very little self-help in it. There are other books with more complete and more easily searched self-help sections.
This book might be good if you need to be convinced about the usefulness and benefits of homeopathy for your family, but I'm past that point and got very annoyed at being cautioned on about every other page that I need to work with a trained homeopath and could not possibly do or comprehend more than simple acute care by myself. It was written on behalf of the American Institute of Homeopathy so maybe that explains something. He also cautions ominously against polypharmacy, but never gave any reason or proof why this should be so bad.

EXCELLENT GUIDE.......2007-07-30

I have been using homeopathic remedies for some time, but this book opens up my understanding more on why, how much, what, and when. I have had phenomenal success using homeopathic remedies and would advise everyone interested in keeping dangerous drugs out of their bodies or those of their family's should at least read up on the subject, and this is one of the books to start with!

I am always surprised when people say to me "that stuff is quackery, or you've been conned", yet they will go to their doctor and get a drug with deadly side-effects and take it! If only they knew that not all the prescriptions doctors give out have been tested - which is why a doctor will say to them "we'll try this one and if it doesn't work, we'll try something else!" And because it is a doctor who says it, people are gullible to believe that drug will not hurt them!

Get the book, READ IT, and then ask yourself is it worth a try? You can't hurt yourself with it, and it won't cost a fortune to buy it!

The American Institute of Homeopathy Handbook for partents........2007-01-09

I was looking (still haven't found) a book about homeopathic remedies, strengths and dosages. I didn't find it in this book, most of the book explained how it is better to live healthy than to take medicines.

I sell homeopathic products.......2006-04-30

I recently opened a 'healing products' store in an Interstate Super Flea Market mall, and retail a branded homeopathic line of remedies. Not being a doctor, but making referrals to homeopathic professionals, this book was exactly what I needed to relate homeopathic remedies to visitors to my new store and provide them with simple comprehensive understandable information useful for adults and children, alike.

I believe the book to be a good bridge between patient and professional, alike, to understand specifics and the proper use of these wonderful medications anytime one is visiting or calling a professional practitioner.

I highly recomend it to any lay person, like myself, who is interested in learning about homeopathics with or without the help of a homepathics professional. For anyone with serious illiness, especially chronic sufferers of pain and acute disease, I highly recommend that one should always work with a trusted professional, and I strongly recommend browsing this book prior to selecting a homeopathic professional, and keeping it handy throughout any conversations and use of prescribed remedies.

After reading the book and answering a few customer questions today, I am so pleased that I am ordering additional copies from Amazon.com to make the book immediately available to my own customers who request it.

Alternatives for parents seeking answers.......2006-01-03

Dr. Shalts has produced an impressive book, one that could help many families who are seeking alternatives to medication for their child's unique set of issues. This is an enormously helpful, easy to read, engaging book on homeopathy for kids, explaining what homeopathy is and helping parents to find the treatment that is right for their child.

I highly recommend this to any parent of a child who is seeking answers for problematic behaviors and physical conditions, and wants to explore homeopathy.

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What a fun and entertaining book!

Experience a whole new world of Cocktails!

Cocktails from paradise at your fingertips

This book will make you fall in love with Tahiti

Beautiful Book

Cocktails In Tahiti
Richard Bondurant
Manufacturer: Tahiti Publishing Company
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Binding: Paperback

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Book Description

Cocktails in Tahiti is a visually stunning, full color showpiece combining a playful yet sophisticated look at Tahiti's magnificent luxury resorts and their most delicious, flirtatious, and slightly decadent cocktails. Filled with unusual insights, folklore, and facts about Tahiti and her islands, Cocktails in Tahiti has something to tempt and delight all tastes.

Over 50 sumptuous cocktail recipes blend exotic fruits, juices, and liquors providing a flavorful and vibrant palette from which to capture the fun and often elegant mood of these captivating islands. You'll learn the history of the legendary Mai Tai, Tahiti's most famous cocktail, and discover the secrets of the intriguing rums, vodkas, and distinctive liqueurs used in creating Tahiti's most celebrated libations.

A special section features the signature cocktail recipes from Tahiti's most outstanding luxury resorts along with spectacular photographs and overviews of these renowned hotels.

Whether served from a coconut or elegantly chilled in a martini glass of fine crystal, the flowering and colorful cocktails of Tahiti have an undeniable presence all their own. If you are dreaming of a future trip or reliving special memories from a past visit to these beautiful islands, this wonderful collection of delightful drink recipes, dazzling hotel photographs, and distinctive insights will put you in a tropical, tranquil mood as you sip your way to our magical paradise.

Al Keahi, Managing Director, Tahiti Tourism Bureau N.A:
A must have book of fun and facts for anyone who has visited or dreams of visiting Tahiti.

New Book Resources, October 2006:
We can't wait to try out the recipes and imagine that we are at one of the featured, dreamlike hotels.

Vincent Guerin, Director of Sales, Starwood Hotels & Resorts French Polynesia:
The finest collection of resort photographs and cocktail recipes from across Tahiti.

Customer Reviews:

What a fun and entertaining book!.......2007-08-05

Not only does this book have a wealth of information on a destination we long to travel to, but it offers a wide variety of fun and DELICIOUS drinks.
We love to entertain and it has been great having 'Cocktails in Tahiti' out at our parties...quite a conversation piece! Everyone loves the stunning photos of Tahiti, the scrumptious drinks, and the intriguing facts of the islands. Thank you!

Experience a whole new world of Cocktails!.......2007-04-28

Always looking for new and exciting cocktails to try, I purchased this book. Each page became more interesting, not only for the drinks presented but for the knowledge that Mr. Bondurant shares about Tahiti, it's culture, local accomodations, etc.

The photos are exceptional and each drink I have mixed has been better than the last. I have bought several as gifts for coworkers and friends. You won't be disappointed!

Cocktails from paradise at your fingertips.......2007-02-06

"Cocktails in Tahiti" is a must have for any lover of spirits with a tropical flair. The author has artfully put together a wonderful collection of cocktails, both old and new, from the scenic paradise of Tahiti. Colorful photographs and descriptions of each drink will have your mouth watering to imbibe several of these treats from the South Pacific. If you are looking for something new to bring some tropical flavor to your cocktail library, then you need this book!

This book will make you fall in love with Tahiti.......2006-12-18

I have always wanted to go to the Tahitian islands but have never had the opportunity. Now, after reading "Cocktails in Tahiti", I am planning a trip to Tahiti for next Summer. I originally thought "Cocktails in Tahiti" would give me some good ideas for entertaining, but soon found out it contained many intersting nuggets about the islands and their history. To sum it up, I am packed and ready to go to these beautiful islands.

If you've ever dreamed of a tropical vacation or just need to brighten up your winter, you should read this book.

Beautiful Book.......2006-12-09

I have never been to Tahiti, but after reading the fun, informative facts about Tahiti, seeing the beautiful pictures, and sampling some of the excellent cocktail recipes, I am ready to go!

Mr. Bondurant's love and knowledge of Tahiti come through clearly in the book, which is very well laid out. It provides enough information and explains things in such a way that an amateur can make delicious Tahitian cocktails as well as the most experienced bartender. The fun facts about Tahiti, along with summaries of the total hotels and the gorgeous pictures, makes this book a must have.

Until I can take my first trip to Tahiti, this book will help bring a little Tahiti to my home.

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Decent book, but you can do better
Tiki Time
Cocktail dream!
Make mine a double, please.

The Great Tiki Drink Book
Jennifer Trainer Thompson , and Nancy Thomas
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Welcome to the exotic world of tiki: legends, lore, mystique—and drinks and appetizers, of course! Polynesian pop culture and the spirit of the islands abound in full color from the pages of THE GREAT TIKI DRINK BOOK. Step into this tropical paradise and imbibe potent concoctions; prepare spicy, succulent appetizers like Tamarind-Glazed Beef Skewers and Tuna Thai Rolls; and brush up on the intricate and ornate history of tiki traditions and customs. Learn tips from expert mixologists on how to make great tiki drinks that will have you beelining to the blender with the expertise required to mix your own outstanding tropical beverages. Whether a beachcomber by nature or a city dweller in a tenth-floor apartment, let THE GREAT TIKI DRINK BOOK transport you to your own tropical paradise.

Customer Reviews:

Decent book, but you can do better.......2007-03-21

When I first received the Great Tiki Drink Book as a present, I was quite happy. The recipes were good and had a lot of variety. But as I used it I noticed the lack of attention to detail. Trying to follow along with a recipe is an exercise in frustration because the book isn't spiral bound so it won't lie flat and stay open to a particular page; the appendix make some attempt at helping you find certain ingredients, but doesn't do a very good job. I've since acquired several more Tiki Drink books and would recommend the Beachbum Berry books as superior to this one. The recipes are better researched and the form factor is much more conducive to trying out a new recipe while standing at the bar with liquor bottles in your hand.

Tiki Time.......2004-06-04

The Great Tiki Drink Book is an excellent introduction into the drinks that were spawned from the tiki culture. The book starts off with an introduction to the tiki culture tracing its roots from Don the Beachcomber and Trader Vic in the late 1930's to the present day tiki revival. The drink recipes are easy to follow and there are handy footnotes on where to find certain unusual ingredients that are part of the recipes. The book also contains tiki inspired food recipes that will help you create your very own tiki party.

Cocktail dream!.......2004-02-27

Great little book to have around. Not only does it have great recipes, but tips and trivia to go along with them. The appetizer section is to die for and you have resources for everything. Great for novice on up. This is one I will keep close at hand.

Make mine a double, please........2002-07-10

You can be the first in YOUR neighborhood to jump on the Tiki revival with this mouthwatering slim-jim book packed with delicious sounding (and looking) Tiki drinks and nibbly go-withs. The beauty of the recipes is that they are somewhat adapted to modern taste-- not too sweet and using ingredients (like lemongrass) that our Tiki forbears probably never heard of. There are recipes for quick sour mixes, an easy and inteteresting rum glossary, tiki lore (answers just what IS tiki anyways?), great graphics and photos. Also an excellent source list for All Things Tiki. The book is fun without being condescending. Well worth the affordable ticket.

Customer Reviews:

Misleading and mean.......2001-11-24

I recieved this book as a gift. I read it and immediately threw it out. It is a horribly misleading book that should not be sold at all. It states that rats will not come when called by name or that will not bond to you. Tell this to my 12 rats that do exactly that. The author knows NOTHING about rat temperament. Other statements about what you can teach your rats are just plain wrong. The trifling details that are given about rat care are not enough to fill a thimble. Any current ir prospective owner should get Debbie Ducommun's books, Rat health Care, and Rats for Today's Pet Owner (this is available here). Debbie is the "rat lady" and her books should be considered rat owners bibles.
Just because a book is written by a vet does not mean it should be taken at face value. I give this book no stars because it deserves none. (no stars was not a valid choice, so I am telling you)

misinformation.......2001-11-08

This book said that multiple rats would fight and did not recommend getting more than one. I thought that this was a really incorrect recommendation, rats are social animals. Unless a person can spend alot of time with a rat I feel that it is cruel to only have one and there are alot of rat lovers that agree with me. I have 5 male rats at one point, they got along really well. At one point some of them did start to fight, I tried natural remedies-which can definately work in some cases-but they continued to fight so I had the trouble makers nuetured and then everyone got along great! If you have rats that fight check out rat web pages for solutions, alittle bit of bickering is to be expected.

misinformation.......2001-11-08

It's a good starter book........2000-10-11

When I first got my very first rat, this book was really helpful and informative. Then, I got a second female rat that happened to be pregnant and I found that the book didn't have as much information in it as I would have liked to have known. I would reccommend this to anyone who is just starting out with their first rat. But, if you are planning on continuing breeding or keeping rats as pets, I suggest getting something more detailed.

Good... but not the best........1999-05-27

I've had this book for a while, and while it is helpful, it is not the best book out there on rats as pets. It's not a bad price, though, and I have never heard anyone say that anything in it is flat-out wrong, so it may not be a bad supplement to the rat library. I wouldn't use it as my sole source of information.

Customer Reviews:

A blend of technique and journal..........2006-07-24

This book is a blend of personal insights and techniques that shows not just what it takes to be a master carpenter, but the path this particular one took to get there. The book reads like a cross between tips and tricks of the trade and a diary.

IF YOU LIKE NORM...........2006-02-17

I originally bought this book just because Norm Abrams wrote it and I am a big fan of THIS OLD HOUSE and THE NEW YANKEE WORKSHOP.But, it is an engaging read and one I find myself going..."ahhhhhhhhhh" or "ahhhhhhhh, hahhhhhhhhhh!" to. Add it to your "toolbox." It will help you be better at whatever you do.

Makes a great gift too to recognize members of your workgroup, fellow fans of Norm, and those you would like to gently influence.

A Peek Inside Norm's Toolbox.......2006-02-14

Norm Abram is the much admired and even beloved host of the PBS show New Yankee Workshop and a longtime fixture on This Old House. In Measure Twice, Cut Once, we get a peek inside Norm's extensive toolbox, as Norm simply talks tools -- his likes, his dislikes, and, of course, more than a few helpful tips.

Norm has a reputation for loving power tools but in Measure Twice, Cut Once he focuses on his favorite hand tools. His knowledge is impressive as he covers a wide spectrum of hand tools -- folding rules, tape measures, chalk boxes, squares, levels, plumb bobs, saws, planes, knives, screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, hammers, crowbars and chisels. Norm's favorite tool is the right tool, be it a power tool or a hand tool -- whatever is best for the job at hand.

I read somewhere that Norm wrote most of this book by dictating it into a recorder as he drove to and from various job sites. It shows -- the book is loose and conversational and Norm even gets a little personal. He talks a great deal about his father, who died shortly after this book was finished. The connection between Norm and his father through carpentry is heartfelt and it's nice to see this personal side of Norm.

Norm knows that carpenters are taught some skills and that they learn other skills through personal experience, but he believes that all of it should be passed on to others, just as he learned from his father. The craft and skill of carpentry naturally passes from one generation to the next and so on. That's what Norm tries to do through his TV shows and through books like Measure Twice, Cut Once. He isn't trying to impress you or overwhelm you. He just wants you to put this knowledge to work.

Maybe the book for a complete novice........2006-02-08

When this book was billed as a distillation of a master carpenter's years of experience, I eagerly bought it, took it home and began reading. I should have stayed in the bookstore and read a few pages. I'm still waiting for the master craftsman insights. Wow, I didn't know a keyhole saw was for cutting small holes or a level might break when it is dropped off the top of a house. And I'm not sure why I should be interested in a picture of Norm when he was a toddler. Thanks, Norm. I'm glad I bought this used. No wonder this $20 book sells used for $3. OK, if you have NEVER picked up a saw before, this book is for you.

Buy once, return once.......2005-08-04

That this selection sells for $1.25 is a surprise. The price appears to be inflated. This book falls flat in the prediction that "Norm distills a lifetime of experience into seventy short, simple lessons". Such as? Sharpening a pencil? We learn how to sharpen a carpenter's pencil...sort of. The reader sits white knuckled as we learn that a stainless steel handsaw was stolen from Norm's tool box. We learn that a level breaks when dropped from 1-1/2 stories. Who would have thought? Norm tells us that the combination square's uses could fill several pages of this 5" x 7" book. We learn of three uses and three of the most obvious. Cute? Warm and fuzzy? Ok. However, if one is looking forward to learning the secrets of 30+ years he ought to look elsewhere. The "Lessons from a Master Carpenter" are few indeed. Abram apparently could not share the secrets. Come now, no doubt that Abram is a skilled builder. Without a doubt he ought to avoid writing books and resume building. Pass on this one unless found at twenty-five cents.

Measure twice, Cut Once, Lessons from a master Carpenter, a Treasury of Carpentry Wisdom

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Measure twice, Cut Once, Lessons from a master Carpenter, a Treasury of Carpentry Wisdom
Norm Abram
Manufacturer: Little, Brown
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Binding: Hardcover

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Measure Twice, Cut Once: Lessons from a Master Carpenter

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Measure Twice, Cut Once: Lessons from a Master Carpenter
Norm Abram
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Norm Abram
Manufacturer: Little Brown & Co
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How many ways will your life change once Baby arrives?

The New Mom's Companion has the answers to all the doubts, concerns and questions that come up during this most important time in a woman's life.

Questions include:
--Can I still be a good mother when I feel so frustrated and still want so much for myself?
--Why do I feel almost invisible now that I'm a mother?
--Will stretch marks ever go away?
--Are there things I should be doing that I might not know about?
--How can I choose between part-time work and full-time work?
--Why are my husband and I arguing over who has the harder day?
--Is breast-feeding supposed to hurt?
--Is it possible that my in-laws and my parents are competing for "favorite grandparents" status?
--Whenever we get together, my friends always compare whose baby is doing best. Can I socialize with them without all the comparisons?
--How do I stay organized?

Learn the answers to these questions and much more in this indispensable guide for the new mom, plus solutions to ease your transition to motherhood:
--birth and bonding
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--practical concerns
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--changes in your relationships

Customer Reviews:

A Piece of Sanity for Every New (or not so new) Mom.......2007-10-10

I read this book when my first child was a month old. It was exactly what I needed. I felt as if I had a sympathetic voice for everything I was experiencing emotionally. This book doesn't address the concerns found in most baby books such as how to dress and bathe your baby. Instead, it focuses on the changes you are experiencing as a new mother. It made me feel a little more sane while I was experiencing the crazy fogginess of sleep deprivation.

The best part about this book was that it was written in a question and answer format. I could easily pick it up where I left off as I was frequently interrupted by the demands of my newborn son. I was also able to tell when I didn't need the information on a certain subject and could skip right over it to the next question. I was able to digest the information at my own pace.

This book is a lifesaver for new mothers and I would highly recommend it to anyone who has recently had a child or is about to have one. It gave me hope when it seemed like my life was overwhelming and it reminded me that one day I will have a full night of sleep again!

What a treasure!.......2007-06-26

I received this book as a gift, and now my best friend is pregnant so I'm buying her a copy. Every new mom needs this book! Anything and everything that comes up for new moms is addressed - from the baby's health and development to changes in your body and why you're fighting so much with your partner. Love the question & answer format, which makes for easy reading in quick "bites." I pick up this book over and over again and always find something new and inspiring. Highly recommended!

Motherhood Without Guilt: Being the Best Mother You Can Be and Feeling Great About It

Essential book for new mothers.......2005-08-27

As a family therapist and teacher, I thought I was quite prepared to become a mother. In reality, I was overwhelmed by the abrupt changes in my life after having a baby. This book addressed my concerns in a caring, supportive and nonjudgmental way. It discussed issues that I had difficulty verbalizing, and it normalized my early experiences of motherhood. This is my top pick for every new mother - it is my staple gift at every baby shower!

Where Have You Been?.......2003-09-15

I cannot believe I had to endure the pregnancies and births of four children before someone wrote this book! The New Mom's Companion: Care for Yourself While You Care for Your Newborn is an amazing book that speaks directly to a new mom, and about practically ALL of the questions and dilemmas that a new mom has to endure! Wait, it really speaks to ANY mom! I have to admit that I quickly studied the "in-law" questions, to make sure I wasn't off my rocker for some of the concerns I had (and still have) about my ability to be a good mom, despite what the other side of our family thinks! The authors of The New Mom's Companion: Care for Yourself While You Care for Your Newborn have taken great care to respond to the many questions highlighted in this book, putting a positive light on some very emotional and misunderstood feelings of a new mom. We are pampered and doted on while we are pregnant, yet the minute the baby arrives, moms seem to lose their identity and their value. The New Mom's Companion: Care for Yourself While You Care for Your Newborn brings self-worth back to the woman, who just happens to be a mom!

Finally a book for me!.......2003-08-14

I have read many books about how to care for your newborn, but this book was about how to take care of me, after childbirth. Every question I had and wondered if I was being selfish, greedy, overly protective or just depressed was included in this book. It gave examples that I related to. I am very grateful to know that I am not alone with my emotions and experiences of being a new mom!

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At first glance, a casual observer might assume that Norman Lundin's recent paintings are about things. That would be a mistake. Instead, silence and space form a void that is shaped and manipulated by the things that displace it and defined by the light and atmosphere captured in its gravitational field. This void is the true subject of Lundin's paintings. Lundin's fascination with still life, landscape, and compositional integrity reaches its peak in a series of paintings depicting objects arranged along a shelf, in front of mullioned windows that allow glimpses of a landscape beyond. This volume includes an interview with the artist and illustrates works ranging from 1973 to 2006.

Norman Lundin: A Decade of Drawing and Painting

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Norman Lundin: A Decade of Drawing and Painting
Robert Flynn Johnson
Manufacturer: Univ of Washington Pr
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Binding: Paperback

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Buried Alive in Ireland
Derry Kelleher
Manufacturer: Kestrel Books
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L. Albert Hermann
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