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Reflections And Ruminations Of A Dinosaur
H. O. Bill Essig
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ASIN: 1412022290 |
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Life is certainly full of a great many decisions, and it took me over fifty years to realize that having been assigned to a place called Cape Decision, which had gained its name as the point where only the best prepared and most intrepid seamen continued into the wilder and uncharted waters, while the less well-equipped opted to remain in the more protected environment of Chatham Strait; likely had a profound effect on my lifelong decision-making process.
Because of a difference of opinion with the skipper of a U.S.C.G. cutter about the wearing of life jackets in waters where concerns about hypothermia were of immediate concern; told the Commander "it makes no difference to me whether I die of drowning or freezing, my plan is to stay dry and alive so I guess you'll have to run your ship and I'll have to run my boat" as I left the bridge and reentered my 19-foot dory and rowed back to the lighthouse.
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Navigator: The Story Of Nathaniel Bowditch
Alfred Stanford
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ASIN: 141791534X |
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1927. A biography of Bowditch, mathematician and navigator. Until Bowditch, ships found their way across ocean tracks with no exact calculation of their courses. Bowditch made it possible for them to sail in as nearly a straight line as weather would permit by the first workable system of navigation. It was his concept that gave American ships their fleetness, and it was the fleetness of American ships that so largely formed a country for so many years dependent on its maritime trade. The straight line has always been the shortest distance, hence the quickest course between two points. His simple achievement had far-reaching results that laid the foundation for the golden age of the clipper ship that was to follow.
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Rid yourself of eczema forever! Based on new research, this book has everything the millions of eczema sufferers need to know to free themselves from unbearable itching and unsightly rashes.
Eczema–Free For Life contains the latest medical information about the cause, symptoms, and treatments of eczema and is written both for adults with eczema and the parents of children with eczema. In addition to the most recent medical research, Dr. Nasir offers guidance for home care and ways to cope with the psychological impact of the disorder. None of the popular books about eczema currently on the market is written by a practicing dermatologist and none is based on up–to–date science. New research has conclusively demonstrated that eczema is the result of the abnormal development of some twenty genes responsible for controlling how the skin interacts with the environment. When the skin's barrier function fails, irritants pass through to underlying tissue and trigger the itchy rash that characterizes eczema. Dr. Nasir will explain new and more powerful treatments that are being developed based on these new discoveries as well as point out reliable holistic remedies that have worked for centuries.
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Very informative.......2007-07-09
I learned a lot about the scientific part of eczema and how to combat it whenever possible. It would have been nice to hear the author's opinion on holistic methods or herbal treatments also.
Some Things That MIGHT Help You but be careful & there is better advice out there........2006-08-27
This book could more aptly be named `What We Think We Know About Eczema & Some Things That Might Help You'. There is some interesting information however this is just another doctor who thinks an Eczema rash is CAUSED by scratching. Those of you that have Eczema know that while scratching makes it worse, the bumps or rash itself comes first.
While I did find a number of his suggestions worth trying [such as washing with oatmeal rather than soap & eliminating B-complex] I found some completely insane like taking a bath in diluted Clorox!
The book is worth reading if you don't know much about Eczema but I caution parents to do further research by talking to someone that HAS Eczema. Some of these ideas can make your child's rash much worse. And the ever present push from western medicine doctors to give you cortisone, then when it doesn't work - stronger cortisone, just hasn't helped me at all - not to mention the side effects & potential birth defects it can cause.
I also don't agree that Eczema has nothing to do with what you eat. There is a lot of information out there about the benefits of Essential Fatty Acids [Omega 3.6.9] to those with eczema. This has been a far more helpful to me & my infant son. You might also want to consider allergy tests. [There are also foods that are irritants that you may need to hold off on during a flare up.] When your system is stressed common sense tells you that it all has something to do with why your Eczema is flaring. Remember Eczema is a symtom not the problem.
The best book I have read on eczema is:
Superimmunity for Kids : What to Feed Your Children to Keep Them Healthy Now, and Prevent Disease in Their Future (Paperback)
by Leo Galland, Dian Dincin Buchman
Superimmunity for Kids is a much better book for adults or children with eczema. After reading the Superimmunity book I wanted to lower the number of stars I gave for this review but it wouldn't let me.
I Am Now Eczema-Free! 50 Stars!!!.......2006-04-29
I'd give this book 50 stars if I could... I was going through two large tubes of prescription medication (one immunosuppressant and one corticosteroid) every month until I read this. Now I don't need them at all! Dr. Nasir teaches dermatology at Duke University, and he explains the physiology of eczema and how the skin's barrier function is compromised. This led me to take his discussion of moisturizers seriously and I realized that the one I was using may not have been "thick" enough for my skin. So I pulled out an old container of one that I'd shelved 2 years ago because it felt too greasy and consistently applied it for two weeks and poof, no more eczema! And, BTW, my skin soaks it up in 10-15 minutes so greasiness is not really an issue. I won't mention the brand name here because I'm not sure that I'm allowed to. Also, different brands will work better for different people given that eczema is the result of the effects of about 20 genes. And if the moisturizers that you can find in any drug store won't work, Dr. Nasir recommends one that's more expensive, but available without a prescription that he says is the best moisturizer on the market today. I didn't have to go that far. Bottom line: THANK YOU DR. NASIR! AND ANYONE WITH ECZEMA, BUY THIS BOOK!
Excellent!.......2006-02-22
This book is the answer to a lot of questions i had about eczema. I learned a lot of stuff about the functions of the body and the skin witch make the disease easier to understand.I finally found many tips and tricks to take over control of my skin. I'd say 2 tumbs ups! ;-)
It's the first of its kind. Extraordinary!.......2005-12-22
What an extraordinary and wonderful find! I have dealt with eczema for years and I am so glad it is finally getting the treatment it deserves. Eczema Free is the first of its kind. This book discusses every aspect of eczema in a style that is easy to understand. Unlike other books on the subject that I have seen and unlike web sites I have visited, there is no commercialism in this book. There is no single product or treatment method that is touted or promoted. He doesn't pitch magic diets, magic drugs, or magic potions. He pitches solid advice and helps the reader tailor it for his or her particular situation. Dr. Nasir is very careful to educate the reader as much as possible because he recognizes the importance of knowledge in defeating eczema. I have learned more about eczema while reading his book than I have from any other source: friends with eczema, my physician, the internet. All the information that's out there, the science of eczema, the latest research on skin care, diet, and medications is presented in a fair and balanced manner. Dr. Nasir clearly and succinctly explains what works and what doesn't, separating treatments that have a sound basis from those that are anecdotal or unscientific. He has gone a long way toward helping me and my family deal with this condition. I recommend it for anyone who has eczema or knows someone who does.
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This encyclopedic cookbook presents 220 of the world's greatest vegetarian dishes, all adapted for the modern home kitchen.
Organized geographically, with every continent represented, and featuring 220 authentic recipes,
World Vegetarian Classics is a definitive collection. Responding to the difficulties facing the modern cook—such as finding exotic ingredients or understanding traditional cooking methods—the author has adapted each recipe to suit today's kitchen. Feature spreads on key ingredients and interviews with international experts, who share their tips on shopping and cooking, combine to make this book truly unique. Encyclopedic in breadth, extensively researched, and beautifully photographed, this sumptuous recipe collection will be an unending source of inspiration for the discerning cook.
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Well rounded selection.......2007-03-07
This ambitious book has plenty of glossy pictures and is filled with details about ingredients and their origins. The authors present a variety of recipes. No matter what your taste - you will likely find something that will catch your eye. The recipes are relatively do-able, not so exotic that they're seem impossible to make in real life.
The downside is that it will never serve as a comprehensive collection of your favorite ethnic recipes. Theres just too much to cover. Its a good solid starting point, albeit slightly pricey, for everything from mashed potatoes to satay sauce.
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The Terrarium: With Full-Color Photographs (Complete Pet Owner's Manual)
Harald Jes
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Here are detailed instructions for constructing both indoor and outdoor terrariums in different sizes to fit different needs. Books in the Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series present basic information for new or soon-to-be owners. Advice and instruction covers feeding, housing, health care, training, grooming, and much more. Texts emphasize pet care basics and are easy for all readers to understand. All books in this series are filled with high quality full-color photos and instructive line drawings. Length averages between 64 and 104 pages.
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Luscious photos ripe with shimmering silks, crisp linens, colorful cottons, and rich wools showcase a delicious array of drapes, valances, shades, and tiebacks. With an eye for drama and a fearless use of color, interior designer Heather Luke serves up lots of floor-to-ceiling treatments of chintzes, toiles, sheers, checks, plaids, and stripes, sometimes several at once. Headings are pleated, gathered, tabbed, ruched, buttonholed, bunched, reefed, grommeted, and gobleted; edges are bound, bordered, fringed, piped, and rolled.
Made Easy is rather a misnomer, however, since Luke's depth of detail in the directions does not match the breadth of her imagination in the design. Step-by-step instructions outline the basics of making each style, but none save the expert sewer will find these brief explanations fully adequate. Yet the book's very opulence is part of its success; the other part is Luke's expertise at analyzing design elements, fabric choices, and color and pattern considerations, and at adapting a dizzying array of styles to almost any type of window. Experienced curtain makers can probably manage with the how-tos; everyone else can feast their eyes on these lovely creations, gather ideas, then hire an expert to help realize their window dreams. --Amy Handy
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Beautiful Photos, Short on Advanced Details.......2002-12-08
Great, creative curtain designs, marvelous for inspiration. There are solid instructions for basics such as estimating yardage, seam types, lining, etc. However there are NOT actual instructions for making most of the styles shown. The occasional detailed instructions are patchy (just showing the basics of one detail, rather than how to achieve the whole effect, and sparsely illustrated) I give this book 5 stars for photography and ideas, but only one star for detailed instructions for all but the most basic curtain sewer. There are many lovely curtains in this book I'd love to know how to assemble. It is so frustrating to see all these cool ideas and then find only the barest coverage of the techniques needed to create them!
Great book for making curtains.......2002-06-29
Curtains are more complex than one would think and this book does a great job of getting you through the basics and into advanced designs. It book starts out helping you choose fabric, curtain fittings and poles. Preparation for sewing both curtains and shades, planning, measuring and caring for your curtains is also covered. A section on estimating amounts of fabric and accessories needed was a big help.
In the first set of examples you learn to make tiebacks, folded, and roman shades. Sheers and lightweights are next. I love the one decorating with flowers. Projects include a kitchen gingham with bindings, a hook back curtain and a pin-tucked lined curtain.
Lined and interlined curtains as well as flat and gathered valances follow. You are shown how to make hand-pleated, gathered, hand-gathered, rolled edge and bunched headings. Hook bands, frills and Italian stringing are also covered. Projects include an appliqued curtain with tabs and patchwork curtains. There is great advice on adding contrasting linings or quilted borders and mixing and matching fabrics too.
The project instructions throughout are excellent. The entire process is explained step-by-step with demonstrating photos. A large photo of the finished project accompanies these and a great variety of styles and fabrics are used.
The last chapter focuses on basic sewing skills. This is a great reference and very helpful for beginners to sewing like myself. Here you are shown how to make seams and mitered corners. Several stitches, borders and piping are also illustrated. There is even a discussion of bought trimmings, a glossary and a list of suppliers. This is a great book for anyone who wishes add that special touch or save money by making their own curtains.
Curtainmaking--Making them so they flow like the pros.......2002-04-20
If you are inspired by visualization, this book is for you! I purchased this book primarily for ideas and and I received plenty of them. What stands out far and above everything are the beautiful photographs. They are pictures of the different types of drapes and curtains that Ms. Luke has created for the homes of various clients. She has created alot of wonderful drapes that also serve as creative artwork.
I have never made a curtain or drape in my life, but I am an experienced sewer and in my opinion Ms. Luke takes the time to explain everything in an orderly fashion in order to familiarize the reader with what to expect as well as providing you with a break-down (both in metric and U.S.) for how to measure your windows or doors with acuracy as well as how much fabric to buy. In addition, she also gives instruction for how to do various hems, tiebacks, valances, and interlinings. She describes the different types of drapes you can make to get the dramatic looks you want. In all honesty I will probably have a professional make a pair of drapes from the book for me before I do it myself because I want to make sure they are done with precision, however, that takes nothing away from the instruction that Ms. Luke has provided- what I want I don't have the time to do right now.
I would gladly recommend this book to an experienced sewer or an adventurous beginner.
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Pathology of cyst nematodes
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Know Your Child: An Authoritative Guide for Today's Parents
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If you think John Lennon was the smart, arty Beatle while Paul was an empty head twittering prettily, this book will hip you to the facts. While John sat in the suburbs getting stoned to numb the pain of his imminent divorce, bachelor Paul was feeding his head by immersion in the London avant-garde. He pioneered the Beatles' experimental stuff, though his witty song-by-song account proves that it really was a 50-50 partnership--and some of the best innovations, like the snarling 1964 feedback intro to "I Feel Fine," happened by pure accident. Paul's insight into John's genius, which sprang from howling paranoia and a stark childhood, is still deeper than his insight into himself, but the book's true glory is its inside info on all those songs--the six tunes about John's marriage on A Hard Day's Night; Paul's heist of the "I Saw Her Standing There" bass line from Chuck Berry's "I'm Talking About You" (found on Berry's The Chess Box); the true meanings of "Norwegian Wood" (pine paneling, which the song's narrator burns to avenge the girl's refusal to have sex with him), "Got to Get You into My Life" ("you" is marijuana), and "Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da" ("life goes on" in Yoruba). This book is even better than A Hard Day's Write: The Stories Behind Every Beatles' Song and Revolution in the Head. Here is the last word on the Beatles, inevitably slanted toward McCartney but generally more convincing than Lennon's own recollections. --Tim Appelo
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During the past year Paul McCartney has been in the public's eye more than at any time since the peak of Beatlemania over thirty years ago. His fans have been treated to the best-selling Flaming Pie and Standing Stone albums, a full hour of Paul on "Oprah," and this thoughtful and comprehensive biography that brings us closer to the man than ever before. Based on hundreds of hours of exclusive interviews over a period of five years, and with complete access to Paul's own archives, Barry Miles has succeeded in letting Paul tell the story of his life as a Beatle in his own words. It includes Paul's recollection of the genesis of every song that he wrote with John Lennon and the fascinating details about their remarkable collaboration.
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I enjoyed about half of it.......2007-09-06
I honestly enjoyed perhaps a good half of this book. The first few chapters, and the later sections on Paul's life in the Asher household, the making of the albums, and his romance with Linda, are quite good and fast-paced. However, there are also numerous long boring stretches, particularly most of the "Avant-Garde London" chapter. Mr. Miles isn't a professional writer or journalist, and it shows. He's a longtime close personal friend of Paul's, and it just comes across like he's way too close to be objective and analytical about his subject. He even writes himself in as a character on a fairly regular basis (esp. in "Avant-Garde London"), which ordinarily would be a hint the writer is way too close to the subject and story and a more neutral third party should be found. And at least half of the book seems to consist of huge block quotes from Paul (sometimes others), making it hard sometimes to tell when one quote ends and another begins, or when we've shifted back to the voice of the narrator. A good biographer is supposed to analyse and synthesise the information, challenge it when need be, and rewrite it in his or her own words, not merely present information.
Apart from a number of typos and grammatical errors, there are a lot of factual errors too. Errors include attributing certain songs to the wrong albums, crediting them to the wrong vocalist, and leaving off songs entirely (e.g., George's two songs on YS are never even mentioned and we're told there were "only two new songs" on the album, instead of actually four). And when it comes time to discussing the individual songs, Paul can't stop intruding into songs which have long been established as having been written entirely or primarily by John to claim that he helped to write the song too, or that his minimal contribution was the most important contribution, taking credit for innovations and songs that rightly belong to John. So many times it seems like his underlying message is "Everything John did, I did better." And Mr. Miles never challenges any of this historical revisionism.
The constant trashing on John, my own favorite Beatle, was really over the top, mean, and uncalled for. This constant unprofessional mean-spirited savaging of him doesn't square well with the frequent quotes from Paul about how they were very close friends and he loved John dearly! You don't need to put others down to build your subject up. And events that might cast aspersions on Mr. Miles's portrayal of Paul as an absolute prince are often left out. I almost wish the book had been written by Paul (as it is, at least half of it seems to be in his words), since he comes across as rather candid, honest, and open, like acknowledging that he could be very bossy, overbearing, controlling, and selfish in the studio, even when it really rankled his bandmates.
Paul does seem like a really nice guy, and he was originally my favorite Beatle, but in this book he just comes across as childish, petty, insecure, and even a liar. That might not have been Mr. Miles's intention, but given his refusal to challenge anything Paul says, no matter that it's contradicted by every other source out there, it sure ends up that way. It's a shame, really, since in another biographer's hands this could have been a much better book, letting people know that Paul is a lot deeper, more interesting, and multi-faceted than his image would seem to suggest.
Riveting, I Love It.......2007-04-19
I probably can't improve on Amazon's editorial review on the first page of this site, because it says it all,but I will try anyway. This is the most revealing book I've ever read about any aspect of the Beatles, probably because it is told in Paul's own words, in that honest, matter of fact way that all four of them always had. And that's one of the reasons we love em. It really is more of an autobiography. There are three outstanding things about Many Years from Now. One is Paul's recollections about almost every Lennon McCartney song; who wrote what,and each writer's contribution. He even remembers where he was when he wrote each song,and he remembers smells and other people in the room,or what was happening in his life at the time. Very vivid memories. It's incredibly exciting to have this written down in a book that you can refer to any time. Also,his recollections match John's for every song except just two, In My Life and And I Love Her. That's amazing considering John did his song by song thing back in 1980, and Paul deliberately didn't look at it just to see if their memories matched, and they do. Speaking of John, the second wonderful thing about this book, is the facinating, personal info. that Paul brings to light about his best friend and song writing partner. It's obvious that Paul's feelings for John are deep and complicated and tied up with very strong emotion. He goes into a lot of detail about this. I don't understand some reviewers' remarks that Paul is somehow petty because he claims to have written the music to In My Life. Why is this so difficult to believe? Are some people so enamored by John Lennon that they can't imagine that he might have made a mistake? And why do they seem to think that Paul is the one who's lying here? Paul's been saying that he wrote the melody since John's 1980 interview came out. Why would he keep saying it if he didn't feel it was the truth? All through the 70's John was given to mood swings about Paul. Sometimes he loved him and sometimes he said the most outragiously rude things about him. Also, not for anything but how many acid trips did John take in the 60's? Not to mention his heroin use. Can't be so good for the memory. They are actually believing every word that this man says instead of someone who took only a few acid trips and never used heroin. John's feelings often changed with the wind. How could people have missed that? Anyway the third lovely thing about this book is Paul's candidness about everything. For instance, he talks about how he once became sexually aroused at the sight of his mother in her underwear. One reviewer was discusted by this but wait a minute. How many guys would ever admit something like that? Anyone who's read the Kinsey Report about human sexuality will know that there is nothing abnormal about this. But no one would ever admit it. To say the least there was certainly an oedipal thing on Paul's part,concerning his mom. This book is filled with no holds barred,honest stuff like this, and I found it refreshing. No one can ever again, say that Paul holds anything back. He also speaks very candidly about his drug use,revealing a few startling surprises. There is a section about the recording of each album which was wonderful. He talks about his early relationship with Linda,which I enjoyed. What I didn't like is that he dismisses two very important ladies, Dot Rhone and Jane Asher. I guess he has his reasons but I would have liked to see his candidness about these two for a change. I think it is because he didn't want to trespass on their privacy and also, Linda was pretty jealous especially about Jane. This book covers only his youth and the Beatle years, so Wings fans won't find anything here. He also tells the facinating story about his near nervous breakdown after the Beatles break up. The first time I read this book was when it first came out and I was really bowled over by it. At the time I didn't know much about McCartney. What an eye opener. I read it the second time just recently, and I had the same reaction. So I bought it. I will read it again because I love it and want it in my collection. If you only read one McCartney book it should be this one, but there are others that I recommend if you are so inclined: Paul McCartney the Definitive Biography by Chris Salwicz is very good. And of course the Anthology book, and Hunter Davies' authorised biography. Also Ray Coleman's Paul McCartney Yesterday and Today about Paul's music, mainly Yesterday. Even McCartney, the new one by Chris Sandford is not bad, but it is the weakest of the ones mentioned here.But this book, Many Years From Now is the BEST McCartney book, bar none. It is essential reading for not only Paul fans, but Beatle scholars as well. Even casual fans will enjoy it.
The best book I've read about the Beatles.......2007-04-16
I really like this book. Especially the parts about the songwriting. Being a musician and songwriter myself, I've always have been interested in who wrote what within the team of Lennon/McCartney. For two guys to have agreed to put their names on whatever the other one wrote is a testimant to how they felt about each other's abilities. Of course, setting the record straight kind of dispells the original perception of the Beatles. During their time together, the Beatles made it look so easy and were so coy about it all. Years later, going into detail and saying who did what is informative and interesting but it does open up the possibility that someone is going to be critical about it. Especially, since the person doing it is Paul and his partner, the great John Lennon, is long dead. However, anyone who can give their partner full wrting credit for songs of the calibre of "Hard Day's Night", "Help", "I'm a Loser" or "Nowhere Man" just might be a fairminded person. Beatle records still sound great today-even cutting edge- and that's why the world is still interested in the Beatles. The kind of explosive creativity that was the Beatles invites investigation and I'm glad to be able to get Paul's take on things.
Paul's case for his legacy.......2007-04-12
Paul is one of the most famous musicians of the 20th century, and everyone knows that he was critical to the Beatles' success. Nevertheless, he is obsessed with his historical legacy, and this book -- the closest thing to a biography of Sir Paul -- seems to exist for the sole purpose of "setting the record straight."
Toward this end, Paul goes through a large fraction of the Beatles song catalog, assigning percentages to his contribution vs. John Lennon's. Paul's recollections of each song are interesting (he says he was a near-equal contributor to Norwegian Wood!), but I think he should have left off the percentages. How to you measure a contribution to a song? Sometimes one line or chord change is what turns it from ordinary to extraordinary.
The book also includes a long section on Paul's arty life in swinging London, apparently because Paul feels that John Lennon has unfairly gotten tagged as the "avant garde Beatle" because of his activities with Yoko, when really it was Paul that was doing the art scene while John was dropping acid in the suburbs. What Paul doesn't understand is that John's reputation for experimentation comes from his songs, like "I am the Walrus" and "Tomorrow Never Knows" (which wasn't just about the tape loops) and from his solo Plastic Ono Band album. Not from the strange films and albums he made with Yoko.
Another thing I didn't like about the book is that it is separated into text by Miles interspersed with quotes from Paul, yet much of the information in the text could only have come from Paul. It's as if Paul wanted to get these statements in, but wasn't comfortable saying them in his own voice. For example, the text speaks of John's frustration at the end that he wasn't getting "equal time" on the Beatles albums, and quotes him as saying that he wanted a rule that he is allows to put four songs on an album, whatever happens. Then we read: "It was for this type of move, a cunning attempt to bypass the Beatles democracy, that the others, much as they loved him, regarded him as a 'manoeuvering swine.'" This does not sound like an objective narration, and it does harm to Miles' reputation as a writer.
I enjoyed the book overall -- it's full of information I haven't seen elsewhere -- but it makes you want to sit down with Sir Paul and say "hey .. everyone knows you're amazing and that the Beatles could not have succeeded without you -- now get over it! You're hurting your reputation more than helping it."
Very Engaging.......2007-04-11
Very thoughtful and detailed book. Tells a story that everyone has heard before (the beatles recording process and fame)---but sheds a new light on the more human side of all the Beatles--of course espically Paul. Lots of touching moments between John and Paul and their uncanny ability to create music together. A very rewarding read.
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Paul McCartney : Many Years from Now
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Paul McCartney: Many Years from Now
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ASIN: 1852422025 |
Books:
- Remembering Nguyen
- Reminiscences of a Private: William E. Bevens of the First Arkansas Infantry, C.S.A
- Retirement Riches in the Pacifica
- Return To Glory Hole
- River Stops Here: How One Man's Battle to, The: Save His Valley Changed the Fate of California
- Ships, Furs, and Sandalwood: A Yankee Trader in Hawai'i, 1823-1825
- Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution
- Stay Out of the Wheat Field
- Surry Of Eagle's Nest
- T-Patchers Vs. Tiger Tanks, Rutabaga Diet: World War II, A Corporal's Diary
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