BILLY DRAKE, FIGHTER LEADER: The Autobiography of Group Captain B. Drake DSO, DFC and Bar, US DFC
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BILLY DRAKE, FIGHTER LEADER: The Autobiography of Group Captain B. Drake DSO, DFC and Bar, US DFC
B Drake (Group Captain)
Manufacturer: Grub Street
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1902304977

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Born in London of an English father and Australian mother and educated in Switzerland, Billy Drake was to become one of the most illustrious RAF fighter pilots of World War II, indeed of all time.

He flew in many theatres with various squadrons on different aircraft - starting with 1 Squadron in France in 1940 on Hurricanes, then with 421 Flight (later 91 Squadron) on Spitfires over the Channel, then in West Africa with 128 and the Desert with 112 'Shark' Squadron (of which he was a very successful commander) on Kittyhawks. Taken off ops at the end of 1942, he was posted to Malta leading the Krendi Wing. On return to the Uk he led a 2nd TAF Typhoon Wing, flying numerous sorties over the French coast prior to the Invasion. He eventually accounted for more than 20 enemy aircraft destroyed or damaged.

He was then despatched to Fort Leavenworth USA with Peter Brothers, then to Operations Staff SHAEF HQ for the rest of the war. Postwar he was to be found in Japan, at HQ Malaya and Singapore, followed by a succession of staff appointments, including Air Attache' in Switzerland. His final posting was a Group Captain commanding RAF Chivenor, Devon, until retirement in July 1963. His adventures continued, however, during over 20 years in Portugal, and he is now living and working (at the age of 84!) in London.

An extremely colourful personality, he gives Christopher Shores and the reader tremendous insights into his exceptional career, his widely differing experiences, the characters he knew and flew with and the often amusing highlights of an RAF lifestyle. Includes never before published photographs and a cover painting by Nicolas Trudgian.

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Stuck in Fast Forward.......2004-02-17

I am a WWII aviation junkie, and the books I enjoy most are the ones that give the reader a feeling of actually "being there" in the day-to-day operations of a combat unit. This, unfortunately, is NOT one of those books. I'm sure Grp Captain Billy Drake had a fascinating career in the RAF, but one would never know it from this bare-bones collection (104 pages) of reminiscences. No details are given of his 24+ aerial victories beyond the aircraft type. Whereas he spends paragraphs talking about what unit was affiliated with which group, etc. I have to say that I was very disappointed by everything except the dust jacket illustration by Nicolas Trudgian. My advice would be: re-read "Thunderbolt," "An Ace of the Eighth," or "The Big Show" instead.

Freud: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
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  • A first-rate introduction to Freud
  • The unconscious purveyor of 20th century terminology
  • I dig Freud!
  • A few words on Freud's genius
  • Nice intro to Freud
Freud: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
Anthony Storr
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ASIN: 0192854550

Book Description

Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) revolutionized the way in which we think about ourselves. From its beginnings as a theory of neurosis, Freud developed psycho-analysis into a general psychology which became widely accepted as the predominant mode of discussing personality and interpersonal relationships.

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5 out of 5 stars A first-rate introduction to Freud.......2007-06-10

Freud is now somewhat unfashionable, and stands on the periphery of current psychological thought and practice. Yet the very people who denigrate his work do so using terms and concepts that owe a great deal to that work. To be a 'Freudian' today makes as much sense as being a 'Newtonian', but that should not blind us to the importance of his contribution. Storr adopts just the right approach -- he begins each topic with a summary of what Freud said, then offers criticisms of it. He talks more than once of the need to 'separate the wheat from the chaff'. Freud was once revered as a kind of Messiah. Now he is reviled. As usual, the truth lies somewhere in between. Given the brevity of this book, it is remarkably comprehensive, and is an ideal introduction to the man and his work. I read Schopenhauer: A Very Short Introduction before reading this book and I would recommend doing that. There is an obvious indebtedness, although Freud specifically denied it.

5 out of 5 stars The unconscious purveyor of 20th century terminology.......2006-07-09

We are all aware of many of Freud's ideas, even if we're not conscious aware of that derivation. The concept of the id, the ego, the super-ego, Oedipal complex, etc., are now so much a part of our everyday language that we could find it easy to forget that they have not always been so.

This little book is truly a perfect introduction to Freud's life and work for those who'd never read any Freud and who want to get a good starting point. The writing is exceptionally clear and remarkably unbiased - readers will gain a good understanding of why Freud was so fêted and they will also have the information to make decisions on whether his theories are justified. To acknowledge that Freud was a highly intelligent man is not to admit that he understood human nature. In fact, in his case studies and his determined turning of every neurosis to a sexual starting point is the most exasperating element one encounters in reading Freud - that of Freud's certainty of his own right point of view, without the evidence to support that viewpoint.

But certainly the reader will be able to follow up on the writing here. For those wishing to read Freud's own works, his books have been translated into English for those who are not able to read the original German. I have always found reading Freud to be a puzzling experience. On the one hand, the man had a very intelligent way of writing. On the other, he leapt to conclusions without bridging the gap with anything other than his own certainty. One can certainly "interpret" Freud in terms other than the organic or strictly literal, but any reading of his own writing will reveal to the reader that Freud didn't have a metaphorical interpretation in mind. But even if his ideas were often stubbornly wrong, Freud is well worth reading.

As Anthony Storr says, perhaps the greatest gift Freud gave to the world is the understanding that it is important to listen. To simply listen.

This is a highly recommended book for anyone not familiar with Freud's writings. Anthony Storr is well worth reading.

5 out of 5 stars I dig Freud!.......2006-04-28

Yes, it's true that he pretty much reduced everything to sex in some way or other. But if you go beyond that little foible then you see that SF was one of the most brilliant people of the last century, without doubt. There's a section in here on his analysis of jokes and why we tell them that is priceless. And if you are honest with yourself then you will have to admit that he is exactly right on target. This book has definitely spurred my interest in the field and SF himself. I do think that the author glosses over SF's religious views and writings a little too glibly, as though he thinks that SF really didn't believe what he wrote. I actually think that these are some of the most profound of Freud's writings and some that I definitely intend to pursue further. All in all though, this is definitely worth your time and money.

5 out of 5 stars A few words on Freud's genius .......2005-04-03

I concur with the other reviews I have seen on this book. It is a clearly written , fine introduction to Freud's work. It does what it can in the space it has but cannot provide the interpretation of interpretations of the great over- interpreter of us all.
Freud's genius was in making mankind see fundamental truths about its own nature it had conveniently ignored throughout its recorded history.His genius was also in understanding ways the mind works ( The defense mechanisms) which explain us to ourselves in a way we did not know how to before. His genius also consisted in a powerful capacity for interpreting and reinterpreting the realities before him, so that he gave us the sense that there is more in us than has been dreamnt in any of our philosophies.
The master investigator of the human mind was an immense and complicated mind himself. Storr shows us how some of it worked and developed.

5 out of 5 stars Nice intro to Freud.......2004-01-09

I studied philosphy as an undergrad, theology as a grad student, dropped out of a Ph.D. program in philosophy to write fiction, and as a result, grew more curious about human beings and why they act the way they do.

So I took up the study of psychology. I'd heard a lot about Dr. Freud: about how great he was from some people and what a crackpot he was from others. Still, whatever view you have of him, you must admit (and I mean MUST admit) that the man was a genuis.

Dr. Storr's book is a nice intro to Freud; all the bases are covered in this little book. It's written in a simple style and offers clear explanations of Dr. Freud's views of sexuality, dreams, religion, and more. There are plenty of quotes throughout the book and biographical tidbits. I checked this book out at the library but will probably buy it to have on my bookshelf. A very interesting read and a solid foundation for any future reading of Freud.

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    The Wrinkle Cleanse: 4 Simple Steps to Softer, Younger-Looking Skin
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      The Cape Cod Table
      Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
      • Fiddling with the classics
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      Lora Brody
      Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
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      Who better than best-selling author Lora Brody to introduce us to the memorable recipes of her beloved Cape Cod? As famed for its culinary traditions as its natural beauty, the Cape is a cornucopia of delicious ingredients. In these pages, the catch-of-the-day is transformed into kabobs of grilled scallops and creamy bowls of Fish Chowder, and the fruits of the land into bright berry tarts and muffins. From the quintessential clambake to Beach Plum Jam - each of the 100 recipes celebrate this unforgettably beautiful peninsula. Gorgeous photographs paint a vibrant picture of the villages, the people, and - best of all - the food, which, thanks to the bounty of most markets these days, can be enjoyed just about anywhere. The Cape Cod Table may be the next best thing to a vacation on the Cape.

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      2 out of 5 stars Fiddling with the classics.......2005-01-02

      As an old Bostonian and Cape Codder I bought this book for the sumptious cover photograph. Sadly Ms Broder suffers from the common cookbook author disease of clever fiddling with classic recipes. New England Boiled Dinner with stout, brown sugar and molasses! Made a sickly sweet mess. And my favorite, Fried Clams, made with Japanese Panko crumbs! You get the idea. Photos are great though.

      5 out of 5 stars A celebration of seafood.......2003-06-23

      A book for those who like to cook, Brody's latest, organized by course, features lots of seafood. There are traditional dishes from chowders (without thickener!) to Bacalhou (Portuguese Salt Cod) to instructions for a real on-the-beach Clambake, as well as an indoor version. The gorgeous color photos are still-lifes with food, or neighborhood scenes or boats. There are Mussels Steamed with Wine and Garlic, Bonfire Mussels and Grilled Mussels, Steamed Clams and Fried Clams and Baked Stuffed Clams and Clam Fritters as well as White Clam Pizza and Spaghetti with White Clam Sauce.

      There's a chapter on breakfast which features one of the few restaurant recipes, Cottage Street Bakery Dirt Bombs, luscious heavy donut-like balls, as well as Oatmeal Brulée, and Strawberries and Cream French Toast. Appetizers range from Classic Deviled Eggs to Boiled shrimp to Smoked Salmon Cheesecake. Among the soups are Oyster Stew and Bread Bowl Salmon Chowder. Mac's Calamari Salad comes from Mac's Seafood in Wellfleet and Sunset Slaw features beets, red cabbage and pickled cocktail onions.

      Main courses range from New England Boiled Dinner, made with Stout, to Cranberry Orange Turkey Breast, Grilled Bluefish with Mustard and Lime, Sea Bass Poached in Ginger Fish Broth with Cilantro Pesto, Baked Stuffed Lobster (Ritz crackers and Maine crabmeat), and Grilled Sea Scallops (kabobs). Desserts range from kid-oriented (Chocolate-Covered Cape Cod Potato Chips, Mint Chip Brownie Ice Cream Sundae) to the Lavender Crème Brulee from Provincetown's Chester Restaurant, and Cranberry-Pear Linzertorte. Final chapters include drinks (Chatham's Candy Manor Hot Chocolate, Cranberry Martini) and condiments (Fish Stock, Beach Plum Jam, Pumpkin Cranberry Chutney).

      Brody, the author of 22 cookbooks, lives on the Cape half the year and imparts a lot of Cape atmosphere and enthusiasm with the recipes. Recipe notes include background, cooking tips and variations (including a comprehensive lobster how-to). The lay-out is attractive and easy to read and the photographs are luscious. Brody has another winner.
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                          THE IRISH SETTER. ITS HISTORY, TEMPERAMENT AND TRAINING By LEONARD E. NAYLOR. A VINTAGE DOG BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT. Originally published in London 1932, this extremely scarce early work on the Irish Setter is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and photographs, as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The author was a highly respected dog breeder of the day whose knowledge of this breed in particular was unsurpassed. The book consists of one hundred and thirty two pages and contains photos of several famous Irish Setters and a frontispiece sketch of Field Trial Champion "Sulhamsted Sheilin D'or" by Cecil Aldin. Eleven detailed chapters offer well researched history and professional advice: The Irish Setter's Ancestry and Some Famous Old Strains. - How the Breed has Progressed: Famous Winners and Names. - Choosing an Irish Setter. - The Irish Setter as House Dog. - Standard Description. - Training for Sport and Field Trials. - Some Famous Modern Strains. - Hints on Breeding. - Hints on Showing. - Ailments and Remedies. - The Irish Setter's Future. This is a fascinating read for any Irish Setter enthusiast or historian of the breed and also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. "No Better Breed Exists". Idstone. Many of the earliest dog breed books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

                          Luxury Knits: Simple and Stylish Projects for the Most Desirable Knitwear
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                          1 out of 5 stars CAUTION.......2007-01-18

                          This is without a doubt a beautiful book, however, the first project I attempted had errors in it. I even discussed the pattern with my local yarn store and they were skeptical it would work and asked to see the project when I completed it. Needless to say, after ripping out knitting 3 times, the pattern doesn't work. If you are a very experienced knitter, you may be able to work around the problems. I, however, am afraid to attempt another project in this book. Shame on the publisher for not posting corrections.

                          1 out of 5 stars BUYER BEWARE.......2007-01-02

                          Yes, these designs *are* lovely, unfortunately, they are also riddled with errors. Errata or contact information? Nope. Not available. I can and do design my own knits, however, when I purchase a book of patterns I expect to be able to knit from it without spending hours re-writing the patterns. Having wasted more than enough expensive *luxury* yarn on this book from a designer who can't be bothered to adequately check her patterns for accuracy, I've dumped my copy in the trash and I certainly wouldn't recommend that anyone purchaes this book.

                          4 out of 5 stars Frustrated but hopeful!.......2006-08-04

                          I, too, like the concept of combining classic styles and high quality materials, and the styles shown in this book are very attractive. Two observations, based on years of knitting. One: The patterns in this book seem to have been designed by someone who sews, not someone who knits. Note the many, admittedly well executed, pictures in the back showing side seams being sewn and front bands being set on. In almost every case, knitting in the round would be simpler and would result in a better-looking final product. Two: I have just completed the body of the lace-sleeved top at the end of the book (knitted in the round, it looks very nice) and have attempted three times to get the lace cap sleeves to come out right. The pattern simply doesn't line up for me. I've tried to check the web site listed in the front of the book, but as Cikk notes, it is impossible to follow up regarding errata. I've sent the publisher a query and hope for the best, but it's a frustrating end to an attractive project.

                          5 out of 5 stars Over twenty designs show off yarns such as cashmere, merino, mohair and more .......2006-03-07

                          Over twenty designs show off yarns such as cashmere, merino, mohair and more in the knitwear project display Luxury Knits: Simple And Stylish Projects For The Most Desirable Knitwear. Amanda Griffiths trained at the Royal College of Art: her collection of stylish projects blends classic designs with unusual yarns and different embellishments to create a set of gorgeous projects - all embellished with full-page color photos of models displaying the results.

                          5 out of 5 stars Classic, WEARABLE designs.......2006-02-08

                          This book has more classic, wearable designs than I have seen in a knitting book in a long time, and I do a lot of looking. There are multiple views of each design. While the yarns used are luxury (i.e. expensive), they are not outrageous, they are good quality (Jaeger, Rowan, Debbie Bliss) and information on each is given at the beginning of the book should you wish to substitute. There is also a nice primer in the back on various finishing techniques, including photos. I do wish the schematics (all together, in the back) were more complete and included details like neck depth, sleeve cap depth, etc.

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                            Margaret Hanks
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                            The Gift Of Health: The Complete Pregnancy Diet for Your Baby's Wellness - From Birth Through Adulthood
                            Karin B. Michels
                            Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster
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                            Book Description

                            A revolutionary discovery called the Fetal Origins of Chronic Disease is changing how we eat during pregnancy. Now, pregnant women can choose a diet that not only influences their babies' health at birth -- but also has an impact on the health of the adults their babies will become.

                            The focus of national media attention, the Fetal Origins research has shown that conditions in the womb directly affect, years later, a person's susceptibility to diseases in adulthood, such as

                            Heart Disease * High Blood * Pressure * Stroke * Diabetes * Breast Cancer * Obesity * Asthma * Psychiatric Disorders

                            The Gift of Health provides expectant mothers with an easy-to-follow eating plan drawn from the cutting-edge research of fetal-science pioneer Dr. Karin Michels and developed by Kristine Napier, one of the country's leading nutritional experts. Divided into four two-week plans tailored to each stage of pregnancy, and featuring more than one hundred easy recipes for flav or-packed dishes that truly satisfy, their diet gives women the guidelines to help:

                          • maximize nutrient intake during pregnancy
                          • prevent under-nutrition in the first and third trimesters
                          • prevent excessive weight gain in the second trimester.

                            Lifestyle and genetics play a role in adult illness and disease. But by adhering to a diet of exceptional nutrition during pregnancy, you can give your child a priceless gift -- good health for a lifetime.

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                            From a nationally renowned researcher and a leading nutritional expert, this revolutionary, easy-to-follow diet program for pregnancy gives guidance on how to protect a child's health for the rest of his or her life.

                            Customer Reviews:

                            5 out of 5 stars This is what I have been looking for!!.......2002-05-01

                            I have been trying to find a diet to help me gain weight and prepare my body for pregnancy. I would even reccommend it to those merely just trying to eat healthy. It has so much helpful information concerning proper nutrients, calories and appropriate food items to eat. Near the end there are menus to help you through preparing for pregnancy and throughout your pregnancy. There is nothing for me to figure out, calculate or guess. It is all laid out. The hardest thing to do after reading this EXCELLENT book is shoppng for the food and then actually making it. It really could not be easier!!

                            Random Acts of Badness
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                            • Gotta love Danny
                            • A VERY Candid Self-Portrait.
                            • Bravo Bonaduce
                            • What happened before Breaking Bonaduce appeared on television
                            Random Acts of Badness
                            Danny Bonaduce
                            Manufacturer: Hyperion
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