General Robert F. Hoke: Lee's Modest Warrior
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Worthwhile bio of obscure Civil War general marred by flaws.
  • Gen Robert F. Hoke: Lee's Modest warrior
General Robert F. Hoke: Lee's Modest Warrior
Daniel W. Barefoot
Manufacturer: John F. Blair Publisher
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0895872374

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Neglected by modern historians, Robert F. Hoke was a towering figure in his time. Mustered into Confederate service as a second lieutenant in April 1861, he was a major within five months, a lieutenant colonel within nine months, a colonel within sixteen months, a brigadier general within two years, and a major general within three years-becoming, at age twenty-six, the youngest Southern officer of that rank in the Civil War.

Of the 125,000 men his state contributed to the Confederate cause, it was Hoke who was called "the North Carolina Lee" and "the most distinguished soldier in North Carolina." In a face-to-face meeting after the war, U. S. Grant admitted that Hoke had administered "the worst drubbing I ever got," at Cold Harbor.

He fought in nearly every significant battle in the Eastern theater-Gaines' Mill, Malvern Hill, Second Manassas, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Plymouth, Petersburg, Richmond, Cold Harbor, Fort Fisher, Bentonville. He witnessed the first Confederate casualty at Bethel and provided the rear guard as Joseph E. Johnston met Sherman at Bennett Farm to arrange the surrender.

Back home, Hoke hitched his war-horse to a plow and quietly set about rebuilding the South, a cause that later inspired him to leadership positions in industry. A private man, he declined every major honor offered him by North Carolinians, including the governorship. He rarely spoke about the war-especially about his most notorious claim to fame, the still-disputed rumor that he was picked as Lee's successor should anything ever happen to the commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.

The personification of reserve, Hoke was once described thus: "Get you a hero, and I give you General Robert F. Hoke...as an ideal in peace and war."

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Worthwhile bio of obscure Civil War general marred by flaws........2002-03-29

Robert F. Hoke led an interesting life. He was a young man when the Civil War broke out (mid-twenties) and enlisted as a lieutenant in the 1st North Carolina Volunteers, seeing combat at the Battle of Big Bethel in Virginia in 1861. Four years later, a Major General, he was one of the principle players at the Battle of Bentonville, one of the last battles of the Civil War. In between he missed few battles (though Gettysburg was one; he'd been severely wounded), rose quickly through the ranks to prominence, and was roundly and pretty universally praised, at least according to the author. All of these things are summarized relatively competently in 14 of the 17 chapters of this book; the remaining chapters cover his pre- and post-war life, and summarize his achievments. What then is my gripe? Well, I have several.

First, the author is a bit more pro-Confederate than you would expect in this day and age. Granted both author and subject are from the same part of North Carolina, but is that any excuse for the use of the word "Negro?" I haven't seen that in a book published since the '50s, perhaps early '60s. And no, it's not part of a quotation. Captured North Carolina soldiers who enlist in the Union army are traitors, while Union soldiers who wind up in Confederate ranks are "trators" (note the quote, implying the author disagrees with the judgement of treason). It's all a bit much.

Second, the author imparts a great deal of wisdom and skill to Hoke. I have no problem with some of it, but the idea that he was so skilful that General Lee would want himself replaced by Hoke should Lee be incapacitated or killed seems to stretch the bounds of believability a bit too much.

Third, the author is handicapped by the characteristic that he imparts to Hoke in the subtitle; modesty. Hoke never wrote much of anything about his war service, kept no diary during the war, wrote few letters discussing it (at least that have survived), and never gave speeches or anything. He never attended veterans' reunions (very unusual for a Civil War general from either side) saying that the war was over, and it was time to look forward. Consequently, the book is very much Hoke as others saw him, not as he saw things himself. This last point, I will grant you, is not the author's fault, but it does hamper the book somewhat in that the picture of Hoke is almost exclusively external; we have no idea what he's thinking most of the time.

Lastly, there are no maps. In a book of Civil War biography like this where the author is trying to tell you that Hagood's brigade was deployed to the east of the swamp, facing a creek, with Hill's division on his left, you need to be able to look at the map to see which creek or river, etc. No one has the capability to look at all this stuff and visualize where everyone is on the battlefield.

5 out of 5 stars Gen Robert F. Hoke: Lee's Modest warrior.......2000-01-18

I have a collection of over 500 books on the Civil War. The best one by far is Gen R.F. Hoke. Daniel Barefoot puts his heart and soul into his work. Daniel has the same qualities as Gen. Hoke and I guess that's why the book is so great. This book takes you through the life of R.F. Hoke from cradle to death. After reading this biography you will understand why Gen. Lee chose Gen. Hoke to assume his command should something terrible befall Lee. A must for every student of the Civil War.

Hegel & Hegelianism: 1903 Edition (World's Epoch-Makers, 27)
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    Hegel & Hegelianism: 1903 Edition (World's Epoch-Makers, 27)
    Robert Mackintosh
    Manufacturer: Thoemmes Press
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    Making Peace with Autism: One Family's Story of Struggle, Discovery, and Unexpected Gifts
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Sue Senator gets it right
    • Excellent, uplifting book!
    • good read for young families
    • Parents of autistic kids and any who work with autism need this
    • so-so.
    Making Peace with Autism: One Family's Story of Struggle, Discovery, and Unexpected Gifts
    Susan Senator
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    Release Date: 2006-12-12

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    Receiving a diagnosis of autism is a major crisis for parents and families, who often feel as if their world has come to an end. In this insightful narrative, a courageous and inspiring mother explains why a diagnosis of autism doesn't have to shatter a family's dreams of happiness. Senator offers the hard-won, in-the-trenches wisdom of someone who's been there and is still there today—and she demonstrates how families can find courage, contentment, and connection in the shadow of autism.



    In Making Peace with Autism, Susan Senator describes her own journey raising a child with a severe autism spectrum disorder, along with two other typically developing boys. Without offering a miracle treatment or cure, Senator offers valuable strategies for coping successfully with the daily struggles of life with an autistic child.



    Along the way she models the combination of stamina and courage, openness, and humor that has helped her family to survive—and even to thrive. Topics include: the agony of diagnosis, grieving and acceptance, finding the right school program, helping siblings with their struggles and concerns, having fun together, and keeping the marriage strong.

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    5 out of 5 stars Sue Senator gets it right.......2007-03-19

    Sue Senator's autism book is not just another parent's story about facing autism. She has something to say, useful information to immpart, and she is not looking to find or share a miracle cure. She is a little ahead of the curve on the autism epidemic - her son is nearly grown - and thus her perspective is very useful for parents with younger children (and typical siblings) wondering about the future and coping with diagnosis and the larger issues of long-term advocacy.

    5 out of 5 stars Excellent, uplifting book!.......2007-02-24

    After reading countless books on autism, mostly about theories and treatments, this book is a breath of fresh air! It was so encouraging to read an honest, open life story of a family living with autism on a daily basis. It doesn't give false hope, nor do the family members act like little stoics. They're just real people who are dealing with life every day, and who try to find real happiness in just taking life one day at a time. I admire Susan Senator's positive attitude. She admits that she has a tough time, but picks up the pieces and goes on from there. I thank her for sharing such a personal story; it will help countless families.

    4 out of 5 stars good read for young families .......2007-02-16

    This is a good read for young families first struggling with a new diagnosis of Autism. Also good for families with siblings, with advice about how to care for their needs.

    5 out of 5 stars Parents of autistic kids and any who work with autism need this.......2007-01-07

    Parents of autistic kids and any who work with autism need MAKING PEACE WITH AUTISM: ONE FAMILY'S STORY OF STRUGGLE, DISCOVERY, AND UNEXPECTED GIFTS: it provides important keys to coping and discusses the challenges of raising an autistic child. Susan Senator raised a child with a severe autism spectrum disorder along with two other normally-developing boys: her strategies offer invaluable coping insights and shows how the entire family changed and adjusted.

    Diane C. Donovan
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    2 out of 5 stars so-so........2007-01-05

    I enjoy most all books on Autism. Everyone has a wonderful story to tell, and I love to hear what they do for their children to help them thrive. Susan seems like a wonderful mom full of courage and gusto. I did not like how the book jumps around from one point in Nats life to the next and back again. I appreciate progressing time lines. I apreciate how she accepts her son as he is. That is lovely. But knowing what I do about autism, I wish she would have done more in the way of biomedical treatments to find someunderlying causes to some of his symptoms. Some things CAN be cured with these kids-you don't just treat the symptoms-you are missing the big piture. Other things CAUSE syptoms-they are the result of something. Not everything is just chalked up to being the way the autistic brain works and that is that and there is nothing you can do but "train the child" how to act. You are cheating your child if you do not try to figure out what makes him tick from his head to his toes. maybe the Senators did this on some levels, but they did not talk about it much. They seemed to just like to medicate the problems away whenever possible. medication can be a wonderful life saving thing, but sometime you lose the real person when doing so. I know first hand-I was medicated for depression when there was an underlying phyical condition that caused it and was cured when that was addressed and taken care of. I never got the sense that they did a whole lot of digging that way-just accepting that Nat was Nat. I was left wondering what might have been for him. Maybe something a little different. Maybe not. God bless them for being so caring and accepting and strong.
    Making Peace With Autism: One Family's Story of Struggle, Discovery, and Unexpected Gifts.(Book review): An article from: Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
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      Making Peace With Autism: One Family's Story of Struggle, Discovery, and Unexpected Gifts.(Book review): An article from: Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
      JoungMin. Kim
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      This digital document is an article from Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, published by Thomson Gale on June 22, 2007. The length of the article is 1231 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.

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      World Sourdoughs from Antiquity
      Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
      • Real Sourdough
      • Somewhat disappointed.
      • Excellent
      • Proportions of flour and liquid
      • Finally! I Get It!
      World Sourdoughs from Antiquity
      Ed Wood
      Manufacturer: Sinclair Pub.
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      Customer Reviews:

      3 out of 5 stars Real Sourdough.......2004-01-21

      I am glad to have this collection of sourdough baking recipes, as genuine sourdough is almost extinct these days, even in France; books on sourdough baking are practically non-existent. On the other hand, this bread baking book is no better than other generic cookbooks with bread recipes. The recipes and procedures are lacking in necessary detail. This is a valuable collection of bread recipes, but only for those willing to devote the time and effort to properly adapt them to the home kitchen.

      The author correctly points out that until the last century, all breads were sourdough based, meaning that you had regularly feed, care for, and keep alive the yeast like a beloved family pet. Upon the invention of commercial yeast, almost all bread bakers switched. The commercial stuff is easier to deal with and more profitable, but it also means that the breads have much less flavor. In this book, the author has assembled a standard collection of bread recipes using a sourdough starter instead of the usual commercial yeast. He has recipes for standard loaf breads, ryes, egg breads, whole wheat, French, rolls, buns, pancakes, waffles, batter breads, and the like. Of particular interest are the kamut and spelt bread recipes (both are ancient predecessors to our modern wheat), and the bread machine recipes.

      On the down side, the author does not seem to have devoted much time to developing proper recipe instructions. He has one master recipe (for loaves, for example), and all the other ones are just ingredient variations of the master. This a problem, as the breads go all over the place; some are heavy, dense ones, some are similar to French breads, and others have vastly different hydration levels (moisture content). This common procedure does not work for all the varieties of different breads. All the doughs that require kneading simply say "until dough is satiny", but this description is never explained. Most of the loaves have both milk and butter as ingredients, including those breads where this is inappropriate. The various ethnic breads also have traditional makeup methods for the dough in their country of origin, but the author simply ignores them and uses his master recipe procedure, whether it is correct or not. To proof the doughs, a temperature of 85 degrees is specified; to get this, the author has rigged up a Styrofoam ice chest with a 15 watt bulb jammed into it.

      The wild yeast starter that I have makes sourdough that is similar to the classic San Francisco one (I live near, but not in, SF). I had trouble getting my culture to work properly with the recipes in this book. Most of his recipes have a 1 to 2 hour proof, but my culture at standard room temperature-around 70 or so-takes 4 to 6 hours to proof properly, sometimes more on a cold day. The rye breads I tried produced a loaf that was unacceptably heavy and dense, unless you are going to use it as construction material. This is not to say that the recipes are worthless. The experienced home baker should be able to work out the problems with a little experimentation and some test bakes; this is certainly worth the trouble, as many recipes are important ones that you will want to do on a regular basis. The many non-loaf recipes are especially useful, as they give you something to do with the extra yeast (which I often just throw out) when you refresh the starter and do not feel like making yet another loaf of bread.

      The author commits the ultimate sin in baking books: not telling us how he measures the flour, nor what weight of flour to use. This information is the sine qua non of proper baking. I should also note that much of this book is an advertisement to get to buy the live sourdough cultures that the author sells. Many of his recipes require the use of a "fast" culture, which most sourdough cultures are not (mine certainly is not). By coincidence, he sells such a culture, which he calls "Russian". Many of the recipes seem to have been developed for this specific culture. For these breads, I suggest that you simply use a commercial yeast; I know this defeats the whole purpose of this book, but his description of the Russian culture seems to be similar to the regular yeasts you can get at the supermarket.

      I found almost no editorial errors. The make-up instructions for a couple of breads were inscrutable (like Butterflake Rolls). The reference on page 119 should say "page 28". The pizza recipe, when made as specified, produced a thin, cracker-like crust; I believe there is an error somewhere in the recipe; I fixed it by reducing the oven temperature, and making the crust much smaller and therefore thicker. A more detailed Table of Contents would make it easier to find recipes.

      3 out of 5 stars Somewhat disappointed........2001-10-06

      I consider myself an experienced baker but not with sourdough cultures. That's why I turned to World Sourdoughs From Antiquity. Dr. Wood's recipes and procedures are straightforward enough. The only complaint I have is that Dr. Wood does not devote enough space in the book to troubleshooting. Working with sourdough cultures can be a bit tricky and there's no guarantee of success 100% of the time. For example, I have had persistant problems with dough not rising properly (it seems to want to spread out on the baking sheet rather than rise up the way it should-this has happened with two very different cultures). The book just doesn't address this problem. Too, the construction of the book could have been better. Dr. Wood must be a practicing baker and not just a theorist. As such he should have made the book with a spiral binding so it would lay flat on the kitchen counter. This is a working book and not something you read only at bed time! I too found the author accessible through his website. When I sent an e-mail I did receive some helpful advice. All in all I have not given up on sourdough baking and would advise anyone buying this book to be persistent if difficulties arise.

      5 out of 5 stars Excellent.......2001-08-05

      What an outstanding manual for sourdough baking. I was easily able to capture my own culture, which I have been using now for about 6 months. Dr. Wood fully explains the relationship between yeast and lactobacteria, which I found fascinating. However, most of all I am pleased with the accessibility of the author. He has a website, and I have emailed questions to him twice and each time received a prompt response. The author is an MD/PhD so he knows all about micro-organisms. It is like having a professor of sourdough, with office hours.

      4 out of 5 stars Proportions of flour and liquid.......2001-03-18

      Am I the only one who felt these recipes produced very wet doughs? I weigh my flour when baking and found I needed to add a cup or more of flour to what the recipes required when mixing in a machine. This strikes me as alot of flour to knead in, without specification. Assuming a starter the consistancy of pancake batter, most of these recipes have an additional cup of liquid, making the proportions about five cups of liquid to six cups of flour. Nonetheless, all the breads I have made from this book have terrific flavor, and have been well received by friends and family.

      5 out of 5 stars Finally! I Get It!.......2001-01-28

      As an experienced, non-professional baker of conventional yeast bread, I'd been mystified by sourdough and the whole rustic bread thing. All my attempts turned out like sandwich bread with CRUST. Ed Wood's first couple of chapters set me straight: it's the lactobacilli (slow multipliers) that create the flavor, and the yeast (fast multipliers) that give it loft. And they both require feeding: just think of your starter as a hungry amorphous pet hanging out in the fridge, and you're on the right track. An article in Cooks Illustrated supplied the other key variable: moisture content (the wetter the dough, the more open the texture). Armed with theory, I ordered a couple of starters from Dr. Moore's web site and, following the instructions in World Sourdoughs, stirred and incubated for a couple of days, then followed the books' most basic recipe, and Whammo! Great sourdough bread! I'm sold. I'm empowered. Cool. Caveat: the previous review is right too, the book assumes you already know a lot about how bread works. For instance, the proportions in some of the recipes are a little suspect to my eye (for instance, how can you keep adding 'another cup of flour' and 'another cup of water' to a 1 quart jar, day after day, and not end up with basically an ocean of starter!? Beginners should begin elsewhere, then come to Dr. Moore for their graduate Sourdough training.

      How to Spot an Owl (The How to Spot Series)
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • How to Spot an Owl
      • A Great Spot
      • Very helpful to new "owlers"
      How to Spot an Owl (The How to Spot Series)
      Patricia Taylor Sutton , and Clay Sutton
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      Long considered creatures of myth and mystery, owls actually are commonplace if one knows how and where to look--often no further than one's own backyard. The Suttons--husband and wife naturalist team--have created a lavish, full-color spotter's guide, with a thorough description of owls, their habitat, range, diet, breeding and nesting habits.

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      5 out of 5 stars How to Spot an Owl.......2005-03-15

      Owls are unique and fascinating, but, unfortunately, also quite elusive, which makes their observation quite frustrating for the beginning birder. This guide was written--reluctantly--to lessen some of that frustration. Reluctantly, because, while the authors wish to indroduce the owl to new generations of birders, at the same time they are very concerned about adverse influence that birders can have on owls. The book consists of two parts: an introduction to birding for owls, and the owls of North America. In the latter, each species that is found in North America is discussed to some degree. While the Whiskered Screech Owl, which only occurs near the Mexican-American border in southern Arizon, only has two paragraphs devoted to it, other species are covered by a number of pages. Information is largely anecdotal and easy to read. At least one photograph of most species is included, the quality of which is usually excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars A Great Spot.......1999-12-28

      If I had only one book to buy about owls, this one is it. It is a howling success!

      5 out of 5 stars Very helpful to new "owlers".......1998-12-08

      I originally got this book when I found a trio of young screech owls in my favorite river area. It gives a lot of information that is USEFUL to people who really want to see owls. Kinds of owls, signs of owls to look for, crisp b/w photos, and some common sense ettiquette. Good book!

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      • Don't waste your money!
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      Jean Woolston-Hamey
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      1 out of 5 stars Don't waste your money!.......2005-08-04

      Don't waste your money!

      There are more tips and better directions in basic quilling books ... This was a total waste of money.

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      For fringing, it just directs the reader to fringe. Huh? No mention of the best type of scissors for this, the ease of bulldog clips, or commercial fringers.

      Those are the things beginners need to know!

      It shows shapes, but most of the directions are in the individual projects. Beginners would find it much more helpful to see all basic shapes and how to make them.

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      Backyard Fruit Production
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        David R. Schlabach
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        BACKYARD FRUIT PRODUCTION
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • The most useful book on my shelf!
        BACKYARD FRUIT PRODUCTION

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        Discover the Delight and convenience of tree-ripened fruit using a nurseryman's common sense approach to home-orcharding. Basic step-by-step format to take you from planting to harvesting.

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        5 out of 5 stars The most useful book on my shelf!.......2005-12-11

        Whether you want to learn how to grow 2 tree's or 1000, with chemicals or organic, in your backyard - or in a major orchard.... this book is perfect. I sat down and read the entire book in 2 days! The artwork inside is superb. The directions are so clear and easy to understand - you'll be planting tree's or berries as soon as the ground's ready! I've read several other books - they were all too technical. This is just a warm and friendly guide, showing everything from how to plant to how to prune - and even what to do with the fruit once you harvest it!
        Guidelines for backyard fruit production
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          David Schlabach
          Manufacturer: Carlisle Printing, Walnut Creek
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