States Rights Gist: A South Carolina General of the Civil War
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Short, but interesting
  • Interesting little book about a general with a strange name
States Rights Gist: A South Carolina General of the Civil War
Walter Brian Cisco
Manufacturer: White Mane Publishing Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 094259729X

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Short, but interesting.......2006-05-24

States Rights Gist is somewhat of a sidenote in Civil War history. As the previous reviewer stated, he is probably most remembered for his name above all else. However, upon reading this book, he could be remembered for a lot more. Gist actually led a very interesting career during the war and his marriage not too long before his death certainly adds some drama to the mix. Cisco's book does the General justice, but often times I felt like there could have been more. Gist was at the Battle of Secessionville, the largest battle fought in South Carolina during the war, but not much details come from the chapter. The Atlanta Campaign is glossed over. Even the battle of Franklin feels anti-climactic. Considering that Gist was one of the highest ranking men in the South Carolina militia, served in many of the wars major battles of the Western Theater, and was considered to have one of the best brigades in the Army of Tennessee you would expect more length and depth in the book. Cisco writes a decent book, but it reads too much like a college term paper when, it seems from Gist's life, it could have been so much more. Still recommended, though, because of such little scholarship on Gist.

3 out of 5 stars Interesting little book about a general with a strange name.......2004-05-11

If not for his name (yes that was his real name), I rather doubt that States Rights Gist would be remembered today. He was one of the fatalities at the Battle of Franklin, which had more than its fair share of Confederate general officers killed or wounded. It ended a brief military career which had been moderately distinguished if not outstanding.

Why only 3 stars? Simply put, the subject matter is obscure, even for the most devoted Civil War enthusiast, and I cannot really imagine how the man's rather short life merited a book. I only came across the book because it was a History Book Club selection. It is so specialized that only a select few would ever seek it out. The fact that no other reviews have been written on it bears this out. It isn't a bad book, just maybe an unnecessary one.

Celebrating Women in Mathematics and Science
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    Celebrating Women in Mathematics and Science

    Manufacturer: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
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    ASIN: 0873534255

    Beyond Chaos: One Man's Journey Alongside His Chronically Ill Wife
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Written so that men will actually read it - doesn't get any better than that!
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    • Nice, but he must be a saint...
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    Beyond Chaos: One Man's Journey Alongside His Chronically Ill Wife
    Gregg Piburn
    Manufacturer: Arthritis Foundation
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    Book Description

    A personal account of marriage to someone with a chronic illness, including humorous and touching anecdotes, and useful advice.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Written so that men will actually read it - doesn't get any better than that!.......2006-12-14

    Beyond Chaos is one of the best books for men who have a wife who lives with a chronic illness. A few years after recommending this book to many people I mentioned it to someone who is "a good friend" of the author, Gregg Piburn. She shared with me just how much heart went into this book.

    This book is not from the perspective of a "know it all" and "follow my directions." It's written by a humble man who daily feels inadequate for this journey he has been called on to care for his ill wife. His deep love and constant support is obvious, but he still struggles with the feeling that he's put his foot in his mouth one more time.

    I think his vulnerability is what makes this book a gem and one that men can actually relate to and find comfort and encouragement in. More books like this need to exist, but time will never make this one any less worthwhile. 10 stars!

    2 out of 5 stars Egocentric.......2005-10-29

    First of all, I highly commend Mr. Piburn for having the courage to write his story. Although, the further I got into the book, the more egocentric his style of writing became. I felt like many times he was focusing more on how to say things than sharing what was really going on. When I arrived at the part in the book where he expresses that a man has to ejaculate sometimes, I could no longer read this. It sounded chauvinistic to me. As a female partner of someone with chronic pain, I can only say that I'm sure both sexes have a need to experience the release of orgasm. Maybe the book would be more helpful to a male who is the well spouse.

    5 out of 5 stars Honestly written!.......2005-10-14

    This is one of the best books on how people cope with Fibro that I have read. This man is honest about how he feels and how he struggles in his role as caretaker of an ill spouse. It helped give me insight into what my husband must go through in helping to keep me sane and well as this illness steals both our lives.

    3 out of 5 stars Nice, but he must be a saint..........2005-08-29

    As the husband of a person with chronic illness, I thought I might find some great insight and perspective that might lead me to a different path of thought or feeling. Didn't happen here.

    While I agree that to a large part his attitude is great (almost saintly if you ask me) what I really didn't see in this was someone who really, really was real. While it definitely comes from a unique experience for material in this area, it still leans more toward the standard stuff on the subject.

    IMHO, if this is the worst reaction(s) he ever had, then I want what he is taking.

    Its a good book, if you have a life more Cleaver then Simpson. Unfortunately, most of us live in another world. Thanks Gregg, for writing the book. Guess I'll have to write one myself...

    5 out of 5 stars More Here Than Meets The Eye.......2002-02-19

    There is more to Beyond Chaos by Gregg Piburn than meets the eye. Billed as "One Man's Journey Alongside His Chronically Ill Wife", it is not just a story of how one couple dealt with the challenges of chronic illness. It is also a guide to improving your communication skills while exploring motives of self and applying your personal growth
    to marriage, parenting and other relationships affected by chronic illness. Gregg Piburn is a management consultant by trade and conducts effectiveness and growth seminars for corporate managers and their teams. He has deftly adapted and applied his skills as a corporate coach to personal challenges. In Beyond Chaos, he covers what he refers to as "The Four Phases" of personal growth people must journey through to a higher level: Pseudo Community (Plastic People), Chaos (Angry People), Emptiness (Vunerable People), Community (Real People). Gregg Piburn describes the emotions and reactions belonging to each phase and real life examples that he, his wife Sherrie and their children experienced along the way. This book definitely operates on more than one level and is more than a guide for "caretakers" or an insightful view of the other side of the chronic illness experience for "patients". Gregg Piburn offers the reader an inside look at how chronic illness changed nearly every aspect of his and wife, Sherrie's life together. And he encourages others dealing with chronic illness to think outside the box, drop limiting labels like "caretaker" and "patient" (italics his, not mine) and challenge yourself to move beyond the frustration, anger and guilt. This is a worthwhile read for all human beings wishing to live at a higher level. Honesty, courage, openness and revelation about the relationship between a healthy spouse and a chronically ill spouse grace this book. Gregg Piburn invites you to expand your emotional horizons and soar above your challenges.

    Easy Tapas: Spanish Snacks to Serve With Cocktails
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Great tapas
    • Great recipes for entertaining.
    Easy Tapas: Spanish Snacks to Serve With Cocktails
    Julz Beresford
    Manufacturer: Ryland Peters & Small
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    Binding: Hardcover

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    ASIN: 1841725803

    Book Description

    Tapas are the legendary bar snacks from Spain -- a mouthful of magic, prepared with patience and passion. Tapas, by Julz Beresford, includes many authentic examples for you to make at home. Try Classics such as Patatas Bravas (potatoes in tomato salsa) or the legendary Tortilla Espanola (Spanish omelet), Champinones Rellenos (mushrooms stuffed with meat), or Gazpacho Soup -- simple but refreshing. Try Meat and Poultry-based snacks such as Albondigas (meat balls with tomatoes) and Chorizo al Vino (chorizo in red wine) -- or Fish and Seafood examples such as Almejas a la Marinera (clams in white wine, tomato, and saffron sauce) or Mejillones Rellenos (fried mussels with ham). Vegetables in tapas are heaven for vegetarians. They include Pimientos Picantes (marinated bell peppers) and delicious Delicias de Queso (cheese balls). Tapas make perfect party food, washed down with a chilled fino sherry, a glass of beer, or wine. They're great as snacks to serve with cocktails, or for a light lun

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Great tapas.......2007-01-19

    If you like tapas and are looking for easy, varied recipes, try this book. Your tummy will thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars Great recipes for entertaining........2005-10-21

    This book is great. The recipes are easy to follow and they don't require too many ingredients.

    I made several dishes from this book for a recent "Girls night out" and by the end of the night everyone was asking for the title of the book to purchase it. I'm a novice at cooking, so these dishes really made me look good.

    The Bird Care Book: All You Need to Know to Keep Your Bird Healthy and Happy
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      The Bird Care Book: All You Need to Know to Keep Your Bird Healthy and Happy
      Sheldon L. Gerstenfeld
      Manufacturer: Da Capo
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      ASIN: 0201095599
      Bird Flu (Everything You Need to Know)
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        Bird Flu (Everything You Need to Know)
        John Farndon
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        ASIN: 1932857346

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        A bird flu pandemic is inevitable-so we are told. First identified in China, this apparently merciless virus, which originated in chickens, has the potential to mutate and kill thousands, even millions of people. John Farndon offers a compact, one-stop read that tells it straight. The public doesn't want to spend months doing research, and Bird Flu provides readers with all the necessary information.


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        The Everything Bird Book; From identification to bird care, everything you need to know about our feathered friends.
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          The Everything Bird Book; From identification to bird care, everything you need to know about our feathered friends.
          Tershia D'Elgin
          Manufacturer: Adams Media Corp
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          Binding: Paperback

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          ASIN: 1580620612

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          Come Fly With Me!

          Have you ever wondered about how birds fly? And how to identify bird songs, feathers, or eggs? And what are the 50 birds you're most likely to see? What's the best way to attract birds to your home or garden? Should you let your pet bird free fly around the house, or always keep it in it's cage? What do you do if your bird falls sick?

          The Everything Bird Book has the fascinating answers to these and many other questions about wild birds, bird watching, and pet birds. From anatomy to binoculars to grooming and nesting, The Everything Bird Book has it all!

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          And You Think You Have Problems: Teenage Dilemmas/Includes a Teachers Guide
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            And You Think You Have Problems: Teenage Dilemmas/Includes a Teachers Guide
            Patricia McClure
            Manufacturer: Univ Classics Ltd
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            A Bird for You: Caring for Your Bird (Pet Care)
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              Susan Blackaby
              Manufacturer: Picture Window Books
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              The Bird You Care For
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                The Bird You Care For
                Felicia Ames
                Manufacturer: Signet
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                Binding: Paperback
                ASIN: 0451075277
                The Bird You Care for
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                  Felicia Ames
                  Manufacturer: A Signet Book/ New American Library
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                  Feeding And Sheltering Backyard Birds - All You Need To Know About Proper Food And Feeding, Housing And Care....
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                    Feeding And Sheltering Backyard Birds - All You Need To Know About Proper Food And Feeding, Housing And Care....
                    Matthew M. Vriends
                    Manufacturer: Barron's Educational Series
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                    Binding: Paperback
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                    Feeding and Sheltering European Birds: All You Need to Know About Proper Food and Feeding Throughout the Year (Pet Care Series)
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                      Feeding and Sheltering European Birds: All You Need to Know About Proper Food and Feeding Throughout the Year (Pet Care Series)
                      Otto Von Frisch
                      Manufacturer: Barrons Educational Series Inc
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                      MIKE SHAYNE MYSTERY - Volume 42, number11 - November Nov 1978: Bury You Later; The Boy in the Casket; By the Chimney with Care; Man in the Morgue; Double Cross; After Class; Little Birds; A Matter of Pride; Graveyard Shift; The Old College Try
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                        MIKE SHAYNE MYSTERY - Volume 42, number11 - November Nov 1978: Bury You Later; The Boy in the Casket; By the Chimney with Care; Man in the Morgue; Double Cross; After Class; Little Birds; A Matter of Pride; Graveyard Shift; The Old College Try
                        Sam (editor) (Brett Halliday; Edward D. Hoch; Jim Dawson; Nick O'Donohue; James M. Reasoner; William Miller; Kenneth Moore; R. A. Moore; M. R. James; R. Mason) Merwin Jr.
                        Manufacturer: Renown Publications
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                        Binding: Paperback
                        ASIN: B000J0WHQG

                        Focus on Batiks: Traditional Quilts in Fun Fabrics
                        Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
                        • A must have for quilters
                        • Focus on Batiks
                        Focus on Batiks: Traditional Quilts in Fun Fabrics
                        Jan Smiley
                        Manufacturer: C&T Publishing
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                        Binding: Paperback

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                        Expert quilter Jan Bode Smiley sets off dramatic batiks with traditional patterns for delightful quilts that take on such themes as Salt Water Taffy, Malaysian Marketplace, and Cosmic Carousel. Eight quilt projects mix batiks and commercial fabrics with simple piecing, paper piecing, or appliqué. Tips and advice for making the best use of batiks in quilts will inspire new and more experienced quilters alike. For crafters desiring to create their own unique batiks, instructions are provided for creating these beautiful fabrics in the comfort of their own home.

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                        5 out of 5 stars A must have for quilters.......2004-10-18

                        Jan has taken her passion and love of Batiks and quilting and passed that feeling on to those who open the pages of her book. Focus on Batiks gives the reader an excellent introduction to the unique properties of Batik fabric along with beautiful quilts that have been created with these fabrics. This would be a wonderful addition to any quilter's library.

                        4 out of 5 stars Focus on Batiks.......2004-07-24

                        Jan Smiley's book is top notch. She has numerous examples of batiks used well, projects to get the beginner and more experienced quilter going, and a gallery of excellent quilts, both traditional and innovative.

                        She has even included instructions for making your own batiks. The photographs alone are worth the price of the book, as good as going to a quilt show in your own living room.

                        Orchids of Papua New Guinea
                        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
                        • a valuable reference
                        Orchids of Papua New Guinea
                        Andree Millar
                        Manufacturer: Timber Press, Incorporated
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                        Binding: Hardcover

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                        Book Description

                        Stretching from the eastern half of the island of New Guinea to many islands of the neighboring archipelago, Papua New Guinea is an orchid wonderland. Its many variations of climate and habitat support a diverse orchid population, including a large number of species of Dendrobium, but also epiphytic and terrestrial orchids from a wide range of groups within the orchid family. This introduction will be welcome to the thousands of growers who are discovering the beauty of these orchids.

                        Customer Reviews:

                        4 out of 5 stars a valuable reference.......1999-11-10

                        This book is rich with many picts of Dendrobium species, and followed by short information on each of the species, appearance of flowers, growth habit and distribution. I always use this book with Dendrobium and Its Relatives by P. S. Lavarack to identify some orchids from eastern part of Indonesia(mostly Dendrobium family)
                        Lowland orchids of Papua New Guinea
                        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
                        • A valueable addition to the orchid flora of New Guinea
                        Lowland orchids of Papua New Guinea
                        Peter O'Byrne
                        Manufacturer: SNP Publishers
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                        Binding: Unknown Binding

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                        ASIN: 9810060823

                        Customer Reviews:

                        4 out of 5 stars A valueable addition to the orchid flora of New Guinea.......2002-02-02

                        This 584-page book deals with some 269 species covering 55 genera. These are fully described with accompanying line drawings and over 130 of them are illustrated in colour.

                        The introductory chapters deal with the geography, climate and vegetation of Papua New Guinea as well as the conservation and classification of New Guinean orchids. This book, a massive undertaking in itself, is a bold start in making known to the orchid world the unusual and spectacular orchid flora of Papua New Guinea.

                        The island of New Guinea boast more than ten percent of all known orchid species. Although the author limited himself to species found only in the lowlands this book is a most valueable addition.
                        Orchids of Papua New Guinea: An introduction
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                          Orchids of Papua New Guinea: An introduction
                          Andree Millar
                          Manufacturer: Australian National University Press
                          ProductGroup: Book
                          Binding: Unknown Binding

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                          ASIN: 0708104797
                          New Papuasian Orchids
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                            New Papuasian Orchids
                            J. J Smith
                            Manufacturer: Distribution and sales by the Australian Orchid Foundation
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                            Binding: Unknown Binding
                            ASIN: B0007BSO6E
                            Orchids of Ambon & Papua;: Dendrobium section ceratobium
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                              Orchids of Ambon & Papua;: Dendrobium section ceratobium
                              Johannes Jacobus Smith
                              Manufacturer: Landsdrukkerij
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                              ASIN: B00088SPLU

                              Strong, Smart, and Bold: Empowering Girls for Life
                              Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
                              • Realistic, Real-Life & Researched!
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                              Strong, Smart, and Bold: Empowering Girls for Life
                              Carla Fine
                              Manufacturer: Collins
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                              4. Growing a Girl: Seven Strategies for Raising a Strong, Spirited Daughter Growing a Girl: Seven Strategies for Raising a Strong, Spirited Daughter
                              5. GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS: RAISING CONFIDENT AND COURAGEOUS DAUGHTERS GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS: RAISING CONFIDENT AND COURAGEOUS DAUGHTERS

                              ASIN: 0060197714

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                              Numerous books are available that discuss statistics on the changes young women go through between ages 8 and 14. New educational programs and new opportunities for girls in sports are just a couple of positive changes that have resulted from such titles as Reviving Ophelia and In a Different Voice. If you're wondering how to put these theories into practice, Strong, Smart, and Bold is the book you're looking for; here you'll find a wealth of specific suggestions based around "The Girls' Bill of Rights". Start with evaluating what chores your daughter is responsible for around the home--do they fall under traditional "female" responsibilities like doing the dishes, cooking, and laundry? It may be time to turn the tables and get her started on chopping wood, mowing the lawn, or computer hardware installation. One practical idea is sponsoring a "Girls Under the Hood" program for your daughter and her friends--shouldn't every driver know how to check tire pressure, change the oil, and refill the fluids? Some suggestions are more about opening up communication, and use open-ended questions like "When do you feel safe?" and "How do you feel about your looks?" There are also many opportunities for mothers to ask similar questions of themselves--do you remember what strange fashions your friends liked when you were a teen? These may be some of the most important questions in the book, as according to nationally sponsored essay contests, "99 percent of girls chose their mother as the person they admire most in their lives because of the advice they've been given by her." --Jill Lightner

                              Book Description

                              The pressures a girl experiences growing up today are more intense than ever before. There are gender stereotypes to buck. Narrow expectations to contend with. Conflicting messages to make sense of. A girl is told that it's important to excel in school and pursue a career but that she should also keep her voice down, watch her weight, and make sure that everyone else around her is happy.

                              Strong, Smart, and Bold shows parents and caregivers how to raise a confident, courageous, and self-sufficient girl. Based on the successful approach of Girls Inc., the nation's leading empowerment organization for girls -- which improves the lives of girls through its programs, research, and advocacy -- the book offers proven techniques and compelling success stories to bring out a girl's spirit as early as possible and to give her the self-assurance she needs to thrive in an increasingly complex and pressured world. Strong, Smart, and Bold presents interactive activities that will help equip a girl with the important knowledge, key life skills, and confidence to accomplish her goals.

                            • A recent Girls Inc. survey found that girls experience stereotypes that limit:
                            • Their right to be themselves and resist gender stereotypes (60 percent)
                            • Their right to accept and appreciate their bodies (62 percent)
                            • Their right to express themselves with originality and enthusiasm (52 percent)
                            • Their right to take risks, strive freely, and take pride in success (50 percent)
                            • Their right to have confidence in themselves and to be safe in the world (54 percent)

                              The Girls Inc. Girls' Bill of Rights, which is the foundation of this book, helps a girl understand that she is entitled to be valued and respected at home, at school, and in her community.

                              A dynamic approach to raising a healthy and assured woman, Strong, Smart, and Bold empowers a girl to be her own best advocate and inspires her to discover, hold on to, and be proud of who she is.

                              Customer Reviews:

                              5 out of 5 stars Realistic, Real-Life & Researched!.......2002-04-07

                              For anyone who has a daughter, niece, sister. For mothers who were once-upon-a-time daughters. For fathers, uncles and friends. This is required reading and requested sharing. It is a realistic definition of "empowering" -- but more, of "inspiring" -- girls to find/use their voices and goals within a society that still has a "pink and blue" mentality. The base -- an organization, Girls Incorporated, that has inspired millions of girls for more than 80 years to discover, stretch, and own their possibilities. The content is not anti-male but is full of realistic (and research-based) ideas to help young girls (based on Girls Inc. experience with girls nationwide) reach their full potential. Everyday tips and experiences; teachable moments; eye- and mind-opening opportunties. No lectures; no heavy research -- just a solid dose of reality. Valuable for grown-up girls, too! (Mid-life crisis gift??)

                              5 out of 5 stars Helpful Ideas for Parents of Girls!.......2001-07-11

                              This book reminded me of the thoughts I had when our younger daughter was born. How could my wife and I help her to have an open door to pursue the opportunities that meant the most to her? I wish this book had been available to us then!

                              Give this book to parents when their daughters are born.

                              The foreword by Ms. Jane Fonda particularly moved me. She describes how she went from being a person with strong ambitions to a teenager who was timid and concerned about how others would see her. For many years, her "inner voice" was lost, and she finds herself only recapturing it in her sixties.

                              The model of this book is to have girls know their rights as people and to be advocates of those rights for herself and others. Girls Inc. was founded in 1945 and has done good work in helping establish equal opportunity by gender.

                              The organization has established a bill of rights for girls that includes the right to:

                              -- "be themselves and to resist gender stereotypes"

                              -- "express themselves with originality and enthusiasm"

                              -- "take roles, to strive freely, and to take pride in success"

                              -- "accept and appreciate their bodies"

                              -- "have confidence in their selves and to be safe in the world"

                              -- "prepare for interesting work and economic independence."

                              Many people would agree that these are worthy goals. What I liked was that the book reported about research that Girls Inc. has conducted to find out how parents can help.

                              As you may have guessed, girls look to their Moms to lead the way. In a recent survey, 99 percent replied that Mom was their heroine and guide to planning their own lives. By describing her own life choices at the same age, Mom can help make these transitions more understandable and positive.

                              Further, Mom and Dad can work together to emphasize filling in experiences and knowledge that girls might not otherwise get. Why shouldn't girls find out how cars work? Sons will often benefit from the same instruction. I know I would have.

                              Unlike many books and research on gender issues, this book does not try to make males out as the villain of the problem. Instead, the book emphasizes how girls can become more knowledgeable, confident, and able to take care of themselves. I was especially impressed with the section called "My Future."

                              After you read and discuss this book, I suggest that you think back to where you lacked support (whether you were a girl or a boy) as a youngster. Will your children have the same issues? If so, how can you help them have better choices and capabilities? What other issues will your children have that you did not? How can you help with those?

                              Give your children the benefit of thinking through their lives carefully and knowledgeably . . . with as few limits as possible!

                              5 out of 5 stars So different from what's out there now!.......2001-03-13

                              While many books now box girls into gender sterotypes,this book shows girls how to reinforce their confidence so they can overcome societal pressure to conform to the myths about girls and their abilities.You do not here the usuall "girls can't do math" or "girls are less aggressive" those being the sterotypes to overcome..what you read are insightful tools to reinforce confidence and individuality.
                              Strong, Smart, and Bold: Empowering Girls for Life
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                                Strong, Smart, and Bold: Empowering Girls for Life
                                Carla; Fonda, Jane Fine
                                Manufacturer: Collins
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                                Binding: Paperback
                                ASIN: B000OA61LS

                                David Milne: An Introduction to His Life and Art
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                                  David Milne: An Introduction to His Life and Art
                                  David P. Silcox , and David Milne
                                  Manufacturer: Firefly Books
                                  ProductGroup: Book
                                  Binding: Hardcover

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                                  Book Description

                                  A richly illustrated biography of a fascinating artist.

                                  David Milne (1882-1953) experienced life as an artist in turn-of-the-century New York, as a soldier in World War I, and as a contemporary of the Group of Seven in Canada. This book traces the gifted painter's development over the course of tumultuous personal and historical events.

                                  Milne enjoyed early success, and five of his works were exhibited at the landmark Armory Show of 1913 in New York, alongside paintings by Monet, Duchamp, Matisse and Van Gogh. He was, according to America's foremost art critic, Clement Greenberg, among the three greatest artists of their generation in North America. His highly original paintings from his early career earned him critical acclaim, and at age 65 he was still considered, by curators and other artists, as Canada's most innovative artist.

                                  David Milne: An Introduction to His Life and Art is a richly illustrated book that elegantly captures the development of an artist who saw magic in everyday life and painted with verve and passion.

                                  No Uncle Sam: The Forgotten of Bataan
                                  Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
                                  • Great book everyone needs to read
                                  • No Uncle Sam
                                  • excellent WWII book
                                  • A very riviting read
                                  No Uncle Sam: The Forgotten of Bataan
                                  Tony Bilek , and Gene O'Connell
                                  Manufacturer: Kent State University Press
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                                  ASIN: 0873387686

                                  Customer Reviews:

                                  5 out of 5 stars Great book everyone needs to read.......2006-03-01

                                  This was an amazing book written in a very unique way. My favorite part about how the book was written is how he focused on the positives on what got him through this terrible experience, but still getting the point across of how horrific this event was in American history. All of you history buffs and novices alike out there NEED to read this book. Keep up the good work Mr. Bilek, great job!

                                  5 out of 5 stars No Uncle Sam.......2003-11-18

                                  An amazing story told by a POW who lived the horror and survived to tell us his experiences. We must not forget what these men of war endured, how they coped and what kept them going. The detail and the clarity of this book puts the reader right there beside Bilek through 3 plus years of hell. You won't go away unaffected.

                                  5 out of 5 stars excellent WWII book.......2003-11-13

                                  Once I started this book, I couldn't put it down. Bilek tells the untold story of thousands who endured horrible treatment, starvation, and enslavement in Japanese prison camps during WWII along with him. This is a real story about real people, and should be read by every American who enjoys the daily freedoms and simple pleasures we have here in the USA.

                                  5 out of 5 stars A very riviting read.......2003-10-30

                                  This book is a real page turner to the point that you want to keep reading the book until it is finished. It is hard to imagine the horrific conditions the pows were put through by the Japanese. Mr.Bileks story transforms you back to 1942 like it was yesterday and the war was underway. I can't believe that one person could survive the illness and the tourture that Mr. Bilek was put through. The story is amazing in a sense that everything was just fine and then in a flash everything was gone from water to freedom. I could not put this book down because I wanted to know what was going to happen next.
                                  I was very impressed with Mr.Bileks memory on his details of his surroundings. The book No Uncle Sam receives a thumbs up in my view as a very good story and I cannot wait until this story becomes a movie.
                                  No Uncle Sam:  The Forgotten of Bataan
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