A Leap in the Dark: A Welsh Airman's Adventures in Occupied Europe

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The genius of America's most prolific inventor, Thomas Edison, is widely acknowledged, and Edison himself has become an almost mythic figure. But how much do we really know about the man who considered deriving rubber from a goldenrod plant as opposed to the genius who gave us electric light? Neil Baldwin gives us a complex portrait of the inventor himself—both myth and man—and a multifaceted account of the intellectual climate of the country he worked in and irrevocably changed.

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Well done, tells it like it is.......2005-04-12

Marge Simpson (tired of Homer's endless prattling about Edison): I bet Thomas Edison didn't talk about Thomas Edison all day.
Homer: Oh, that's not true Marge. He was a shameless self-promoter!

This is a mammoth book that seeks to provide the entire story of the world's most famous inventor. Baldwin takes us from Edison's birth to his deathbed, with equal parts of attention being paid to his personal life and his professional life.

Some people might be disappointed by the fact that Baldwin doesn't fawn over Edison the man, but I appreciated the objectivity. While Edison's famous work ethic and engineering genius earned him the mythic status that he holds in the public imagination, his home life was troubled, unsurprising for anyone who is at the top of their field. Bringing some of the less savory aspects of Edison into the light de-mythologizes him somewhat, but this is done in the service of truth, and I generally find that this makes for a better biography.

I notice that other reviewers have criticized Baldwin's lack of science credentials, but I didn't find that to be a problem, either. Edison wasn't a scientist himself, in the sense that a nuclear physicist or a chemist is a scientist. Edison was an inventor. He made things, and the basis of his creations was generally not an abstract scientific concept that would be difficult for laymen to grasp. That being said, I do wish that there were some diagrams and sketches, which would have given us a more clear picture of the nuts and bolts of Edison's work.

I was actually surprised to see the simplicity of most of Edison's inventions. It seemed that his real genius lay more in tinkering with an existing idea until the dream of a working practical application became reality.

Another big surprise to me was how much of Edison's role depended on his ability to market himself. He and the media collaborated to give him an extremely high profile. While I don't want to belittle his amazing acheivements, his profile is much higher than others who, it can be argued, made equal or even greater contributions to society.

My biggest problem with this work was that it was kind of boring. Baldwin has found some fascinating anecdotes and facts about Edison, but they are mixed in with too many dull details. The writing itself is generally quite dry, with more of a textbook atmosphere than some other successful modern nonfiction works.

Despite this, there are some fascinating and bizarre aspects of Edison that Baldwin gives their due. For example, in Edison's old age, when his hearing went, his wife used to keep him up to date on the dinner conversation by tapping morse code onto his thigh. He also lived on almost nothing but milk and the occasional bit of bread for the last two years of his life.

Overall, I would recommend this book to the person who is serious about getting the real story of Thomas Edison. If you're looking for a more entertaining read, or one which treads lightly around his mythic status, go elsewhere.

Edison the man.......2005-04-09

In this biography of the great inventor, Neil Baldwin chooses to emphasize Edison the person rather than focusing on the inventions, as some earlier biographers had done. Perhaps for this reason, though the book is thorough, it reads somewhat shallow. Of all the inventions of Edison, Baldwin writes in detail only about 2 of them: the phonograph and motion pictures. He also spends a great deal of space covering Edison's work in the iron ore mine he owned in Ogdensburg, NJ, and his experiments with rubber, both of which produced negligible results. I found Matthew Josephson's 1959 biography on Edison to be much better.

Z-zzzzz.......2003-08-15

If this is your first look into Thomas Edison, find a different book. It was a constant struggle to finish this one, I had to force myself to go on. A cure for insomnia

There must be a better Edison book.......2002-09-23

I stopped reading this book after about 150 pages, and resolved to find a better Edison biography. I had two problems with the book:

1. The writing is a bit muddled. For example, we find Edison at age 23 running an "invention factory" with 50 or so employees housed in a four story building in Newark. There is almost no explaination of how he got the backing to set up such an enterprise.

2. The author does not seem to have much understanding of the science behind Edison's work. He makes no attempt to explain how any of Edison's inventions operated - no diagrams or drawings, and he seems confused about the difference between electricty and magnetism.

The author's background is in poetry. At the risk of sounding mean-spirited, I think that an Edison biography is not a good fit for him.

Edison not the man he's told to be.......2001-05-20

Edison may very well be on of the best business men of his century but he certainly did not "Invent the Century". His inventions are already being made obsolete by others. The light bulb is second to the flouresent light, the phonagraph was bettered several times, and also Edison took a lot of others ideas and called them his own. He was a cheat and a liar and this book very poorly described him.

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Edison Inventing the Century
Neil Baldwin
Manufacturer: LITTLE BROWN & CO @
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000Q1I6NQ

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Edison: Inventing the Century
Neil Baldwin
Manufacturer: Hyperion
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000JWBL34

Edison: Inventing the Century. (book reviews): An article from: ETC.: A Review of General Semantics

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Edison: Inventing the Century. (book reviews): An article from: ETC.: A Review of General Semantics
Martin H. Levinson
Manufacturer: International Society for General Semantics
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Binding: Digital

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Title: Edison: Inventing the Century. (book reviews)
Author: Martin H. Levinson
Publication: ETC.: A Review of General Semantics (Refereed)
Date: September 22, 1997
Publisher: International Society for General Semantics
Volume: v54 Issue: n3 Page: p379(2)

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Edison - Inventing the Century with a new Preface

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Edison - Inventing the Century with a new Preface
N Baldwin
Manufacturer: University Of Chicago Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OP7L7Q

Customer Reviews:

PERFECT.......2006-06-26

Book was written by a true professional. I like books that repeats itself a little bit in each chapter. This is how a true journalist writes a book. It is very important to go over in each chapter a little bit of what what taught in the previous chapter, this is called repetive learning and the learning will stick with you longer. Very good written book.

stupid book and waste of money.......2005-08-27

Ok, Cichoke is not wrong. But here is the BIG problem. He repeats himself constantly. He cuts and pastes the same exact phrases over and over and over again on almost every page. The sloppiness and pure laziness of this book defy the mind. It is immoral to say so little and repeat it so often to make a book look big and fat. This entire book could have been written in about 20 pages. If I had seen this book before I would never have bought it. Buy any other book on enzymes. There is a caveat, if you can not remember what you have read as you turn from one page to another, then you will love this book. Every page is a near repeat of the page before. On the plus side, the info is accurate. I am not accusing him of being wrong. An additional problem is his zealous plugging for specific brands of enzymes, for no reason. Does he own stock? Lazy author, not much info, repetitious. Makes all health enthusiasts look like opportunists. SHAME!

Excellent Encyclopedia of Enzymes!.......2001-07-16

Dr. Cichoke does a great job of giving the basics of enzyme therapy, that is the therapeutic value of increasing the enzyme content of your diet. The book covers enzymes in natural foods, such as amylases (starch digesters) in beet juice, as well as powerful enteric-coated enzyme pills, such as Wobe Mugos. The book is divided into multiple sections. The first 88 pages are an introductory course in enzyme types (such as amylase, lipase, pancreatin, papain, etc), the function of enzymes, as well as an encyclopedia of "enzyme helpers" such as vitamins, etc, and their individual benefits. In fact, the information is extremely useful even for those not interested in enzyme therapy, particularly the tables listing various phytochemicals and their uses.

The rest of the book is grouped by disorder, such as cancer or MS, with enzyme prescriptions for each disease. The guide also documents research on herbs, vitamins, and even more mainstream medicines. The end of the book has popular enzyme formulas, addresses of public information groups, and various enzyme therapies. If you have read "Prescription for Nutritional Healing" you will find the format of this book to be almost identical to that. The disease section is comprehensive, although often I feel as if Cichoke is stretching it a bit on some diseases, since research on enzymes and their relation to most diseases is just not available yet.

Overall this book is fascinating and in some ways it should be used as the guide for those discovering enzymes and their value in medicine and nutrition. The only complaint I have is that at times the book does not get technical enough. It just did not answer many of my questions, which I would assume are common (such as, "how much Pancreatin survives the stomach environment?" Or, "will cellulase enzymes increase the calorie content of cellulose rich meals?"). Of course, enzyme therapy is, despite starting at the turn of the century, in its infancy, and many of these answers might not even exist yet. Enzymes and their uses fascinate me, and if you are intrigued as well, this book will prove more than satisfactory.

Most Comprehensive Enzyme Therapy Book for lay & docs.......1999-04-20

This magnificent piece of work is a fantastic resource. It contains information on every imaginable enzyme known to be therapeutic as well as actions, benefits, contraindications, etc. Along with suppliers and clinicians. A "Must-Have" for doctors interested in getting their patients well. A loving, easy to read thorough work...Thank You Dr. Cichoke! I will use this in my practice and my ed classes.

Dr. Carolyn Bormann Arrowhead Healthworks www.js-net.com/ahw drcnb@js-net.com

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I Was Kinda Dissapointed

Also good for allergies

Great cookbook

I feel bad not jumping on the bandwagon here...

GREAT cook book!

150 Vegan Favorites: Fresh, Easy, and Incredibly Delicious Recipes You Can Enjoy Every Day
Jay Solomon
Manufacturer: Prima Lifestyles
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Student's Go Vegan Cookbook: Over 135 Quick, Easy, Cheap, and Tasty Vegan Recipes

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ASIN: 0761512438
Release Date: 1998-03-25

Book Description

Gourmet Vegan Fare Prepared with Culinary Flair!
Jay Solomon knows how to make vegan food taste good. It just takes a bit of creativity — something Jay has in spades. Here one of the most renowned vegetarian cooks offers recipes that make food achingly good. His secret? The incredibly subtle effect of fresh herbs, spicy chilies, and fragrant spices. In 150 Vegan Favorites, you'll explore the exciting possibilities of cooking with these flavorful yet easy-to-find ingredients. In addition, you will begin to use marvelous ingredients such as colorful leafy vegetables, couscous, red lentils, wild rice, butternut squash, and West Indian pumpkin.
You'll find such tantalizingly delicious recipes as:
·Curried Squash with Winter Greens
·Tangy Couscous with Black Beans and Corn
·Lemony Artichoke Pilaf
·Yellow Rice and Avocado Burritos
·Rosemary-Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes
·Mango-Banana Flambe
Also included are helpful shopping tips and glossaries of rices, grains, legumes, and squash.
You don't have to be vegan or even vegetarian to enjoy these zesty recipes. With 150 Vegan Favorites, meat-free, dairy-free cooking has never been easier or more delicious!

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I Was Kinda Dissapointed.......2007-03-25

I seen alot of good reviews for this so I decided to get it. Its not really my type of cook book, but I will keep it only because I am trying to build up my vegan cookbook collection. I would not recommend this to anyone.

Also good for allergies.......2007-02-25

I am not a vegan, but I am nursing my 7-month-old who is allergic to dairy, soy, eggs and nuts. This cookbook is full of nutricious, tasty and exciting meals I can actually eat. I would recommend this book to anyone--independent of their dietary needs.

Great cookbook.......2006-11-10

Lots of interesting recipes, and they are not too intimidating for beginners like myself.

I feel bad not jumping on the bandwagon here..........2006-07-08

For the price, this book isn't bad. It uses a ton of very natural and healthy ingredients and the recipes themselves are all very tasty. They are all very "light" which makes them great diet food or summer fare.

My problem is that there is very little variation. There are soups... and pasta / rice /starch... and beans. And that's about it. Of course then there are beans with pasta... pasta with soup... soup with beans... and so on. But after awhile there's only so much you can do with these categories of food before you get really bored. The flavor variations in this book didn't strike me as very unique, and it's easy to get tired of making the same recipes over and over, even though they're very tasty. The ones that are unique and original -- where the author tries to combine flavors from different ethnic cuisines into one meal -- weren't quite as good as the rest of the recipes. And none of the meals kept me full for very long -- I was hungry within an hour or two of eating. Of course this isn't a problem if you're able to eat frequently, but for someone who works, goes to school, and generally isn't home often and only stops for food two or three times a day, being hungry constantly gets annoying fast.

These are also really not kid-friendly recipes (not that it was advertised as such; just a warning).

I still keep this book around for the few recipes that are winter favorites, like the mushroom barley soup, but I don't think I'd recommend it.

GREAT cook book!.......2004-01-26

I've had this cookbook for four years and I love it. The recipes are all very good and aren't missing anything by not having meat or dairy. They're very creative, restaurant-worthy recipes that non-vegans such as myself will love as well. I like that the author didn't try to copy recipes with meat and dairy like "macaroni and cheeze", which never taste like what they're trying to imitate although they might be good if you don't think of it as mac and cheese. I especially enjoy the soup and chili recipes!

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Kitschy photos this book's only value.......2006-01-06

I came across this book in my public library while I was looking for books on poodles. I thumbed through it and decided to check it out solely for the photos, the majority of which are really dated and super kitschy. The book is copyrighted 1986, though I suspect many of these photos are older than that. Sadly, that's about all I can recommend about this book. The information here is largely outdated and not particularly useful. It is also not well written and contains typos. Folks who do poodle rescue will cringe at the author's enthusiasm for breeding. From the chapter on breeding: "To the real dog-lover, there is no happier sight than that of a healthy and contented mother with an attractive litter of Poodle puppies. Your joy is even greater when you know these are the offspring of your own beloved pet. Your participation in the daily life and growth of a happy litter of Poodle puppies will be sure to fascinate you." Considering this book is aimed at "beginners" it hardly seems appropriate to encourage inexperienced owners to breed. In fact, many of the poodle's health problems today are a result of over breeding by people who don't know what they are doing. If you are just thinking about getting a poodle as a family pet, do as much research as you can to make sure this kind of dog is right for you. Then spay or neuter your pet. Leave breeding to professionals. There are already so many homeless animals in need of homes, including poodles. Don't rule out poodle rescue, either. Older dogs can bring just as much joy and dedicated companionship as puppies. In fact, they're often less work.

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Plethora of Patterns

Patterns also work for Barbie

Fun and Fabulous - Period & Contemorary Patterns by Haze

Excellent Fashion Doll Resource

Forget those paper patterns

Period & Contemporary: Patterns for Fashion Dolls
Hazel McMahon
Manufacturer: Hobby House Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0875886086

Book Description

Filled with over 15 ensembles, each costume is complimented with historically researched accessories. 232 color photos show how styles have evolved throughout the century. Rated according to difficulty, basic sewers need not be intimidated and can be inspired to even bigger projects!

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Plethora of Patterns.......2006-06-01

This is one of the best books on making doll fashions that I have come across. The photos are wonderful; one can really see the details on the outfits. Instructions are easy to follow and some are accompanied by photos. Patterns? There are many and varied patterns. Granted, one has to copy the patterns and enlarge them; however, I do not find this to be a detriment; this allows one to tweek the size of the patterns, for all dolls are not created equal, some are more endowed than others.

The text is very interesting and informative. Not only does Ms. McMahon provide useful tips and ideas for construction and acquiring materials, she also provides a history of the various types of fashion.

This is an excellent book and a bargain at the price.

Patterns also work for Barbie.......2006-02-04

I bought this book as I have a couple of Gene dolls and thought it would be nice to try making some outfits for them. I have been making clothes for naked Barbie dolls until now.
From reading reviews I was aware of the need to enlarge the patterns but, having recently bought a scanner,copier,printer I hoped I would be able to use it to do the enlargement. I can.

However I was delighted to realise that the unenlarged patterns can also be utilised for my Barbie clothes. I have just made a 1940's 2 tone dress for a Mattel My Scene doll and whilst I used a stetch fabric (cotton lycra) in this case I reckon by adding a milimetre or 2 to the side seams I could use a non stretch fabric next time. The patterns that are not as close fitting will be perfect for the barbie dolls.
This really is a great book with a lot of useful information.

Fun and Fabulous - Period & Contemorary Patterns by Haze.......2004-09-03

When I first got this book I couldn't put it down long enough to get myself to print out the patterns in the proper size as was explained to do. When I did I printed all the patterns and have made a few outfits.
I couldn't recommend this book any higher with the exception of her other book, which I also have, FAmous Couples Fashion Doll Patterns.
Also, Hazel McMahon is so open and willing to help you through patterns by just emailing her.

Excellent Fashion Doll Resource.......2002-12-14

Excellent book on sewing for fashion dolls such as Tyler, Gene, Scarlett, etc. I found the photographs, helpful tips and suggestions inspiring. Easy to use, very well done!

Forget those paper patterns.......2002-06-26

I bought this title because I enjoy making outfits for Gene and Madra. In the past I have mainly used patterns by leading manafacturers, which by the time you have bought two or three you would have paid for this book which gives you lots more designs to choose from.
After reading the reveiws of others, I thought I'd give it a try.
The book gives you plenty of ideas and you can adapt pattern pieces together to create an outfit all of your own. It also gives you tips on making accessories and suppliers of items needed to complete your outfit.
The only thing against this book for some people may be the fact that you have to enlarge the pattern pieces to scale, but I tried enlarging them on my scanner, then I printed them onto cheap paper this worked fine for me.
I still gave the book 5 stars because it is well thought out, beautifully illustrated and I think well worth the money.

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When Geoff Hamilton created the gardens at Barnsdale, he did so for the express purpose of filming them for his television programs. They were never intended for public viewing, but after his death his family felt that it would be appropriate to open the gardens to Geoff's many admirers. Tony Hamilton, Geoff's twin brother, explains how it is maintained, the work that goes on behind the scenes during the winter to make sure the garden is ready for its spring opening, and how it is kept in peak condition right through the summer months. Now 60,000 visitors a year visit this lovely spot in Rutland where Geoff's son Nick and his wife Sue have made it a memorial to the gardener's gardener.

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A Must Read for those who over-do

This is the only book you should ever buy!

This is the only book you should ever buy!

great concept, average writing

Simple Path to Success, Simplicity, Serenity

Things Will Get as Good as You Can Stand: (. . . When you learn that it is better to receive than to give) The Superwoman's Practical Guide to Getting as Much as She Gives
Laura Doyle
Manufacturer: Fireside
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0743245156

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Why do the things you want elude you?

Intimacy. Validation. Romance. Nice things. More time. Most women wish for these every day.

In Things Will Get as Good as You Can Stand, bestselling author Laura Doyle says that all of these things are available to us, but receiving them makes women feel uncomfortable. We turn away praise at work, help with the house, an expression of admiration so that we appear to be in control. The result is a Superwoman Syndrome: we are overworked and exhausted -- and we feel alone.

In Things Will Get as Good as You Can Stand, Doyle provides steps for overcoming the Superwoman Syndrome and explains why:

If you act like you don't deserve something, everyone else will agree
Saying what you want makes you more beautiful
Grateful women have better romantic relationships
You should let a man support you
You have to be vulnerable to get emotional help

With her trademark practical approach, Doyle explains why it is "better to receive than to give." She guides you to accepting what you are offered with ease and kindness, which is the expressway to having what you want.

Customer Reviews:

A Must Read for those who over-do.......2006-08-15

When you do too much and aren't used to being the receipient of good things, you only enjoy so much of life. Balance is key and although cliche ... very important. Being receptive to life is about recieving what it has to offer. A great book to start balancing out the affairs of the heart for a healthy give and take approach to love.

This is the only book you should ever buy!.......2004-06-29

can't tell you how wonderful this book was! It helped me see how I was rejecting all the gifts I am in fact, always surrounded by but just couldn't see because I didn't know how. It wasn't about what was outside of me, I just needed to learn how to change my perception. I am astounded by how much abundance is coming my way, now that I can see it. Thanks Laura Doyle, you are great!

This is the only book you should ever buy!.......2004-06-29

I can't tell you how wonderful this book was! It helped me see how I was rejecting all the gifts I am in fact, always surrounded by but just couldn't see because I didn't know how. It wasn't about what was outside of me, I just needed to learn how to change my perception. I am astounded by how much abundance is coming my way, now that I can see it. Thanks Laura Doyle, you are great!

great concept, average writing.......2004-04-26

This book sends a wonderful message describing the importance of gracefully receiving for those of us who feel guilty receiving gifts, relaxing, or taking a break from life. It helps the reader understand the psychology of giving too much and reciving too little. This is a great framework, but the writing is average or below. It is distractingly oversimplified and repetitive. I have to restrain myself from editing it as I read.

Simple Path to Success, Simplicity, Serenity.......2004-04-12

This book literally leaped its way into my hands because I see it over and over and over again: people have not learned how to receive well - and tend to get really caught up in an "unworthiness" trap which blocks all sorts of wonderfulness to circulate to them AND from them.

An unwillingness to receive BLOCKS people who WANT to give: even such simple gifts like a compliment or a simple act of service. Doyle gently teaches the readers how to get over this hurdle of "secretly believing we would only succeed by suffering."

She sends a newsflash: "The difference between people who achieved billionaire status and mere millionaire status is that the billionaires LOVE what they do".

This topic is critically important for all, men and women alike and across faiths. I didn't pick this up because I was a fan of Doyle's, although I can see she likes to be controversial from the other titles she has written.

I am grateful to see this topic is being addressed: may we give and receive bountifully starting with the simple lessons contained here. Being willing to gracefully receive WILL pave the way to success. It is as simple as that.

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Things Will Get As Good As You Can Stand
Laura Doyle
Manufacturer: SIMON & SCHUSTER @ TRADE
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000SHPUGY

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Things Will Get as Good as You Can Stand
Laura Doyle
Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster
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Binding: Hardcover
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Things Will Get as Good as You Can Stand: The Superwoman's Practical Guide to Getting as Much as She Gives
Laura Doyle
Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster Ltd
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Binding: Paperback
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a breath of fresh air.......2003-07-06

As an artist who loves to paint and cook, this book really captures everything that i possible would love to take me to the south of france. Its beautiful colaboration of matisse paintings and tastes of recipes, really inspires one to want to paint a colourful table for dining. The recipes aren't exactly the normal cuisine you would desire to serve everyday however the colours and textures of foods play with those in his decorative work. Its just quite an inspirational book for those who love to master a composition like matisse did - my husband bought this book for me just because he knew i love matisse and i love to cook. Its a colourful book which you want to pick up and flip through just to take you to another place another time affecting all your senses and memories. Enjoy!

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