Hear the Bugles Calling: My Three Wars As a Combat Infantryman
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  • Going Places no one Dared!
  • A must read for those that served, and those that didn't
  • My Dad's Book
Hear the Bugles Calling: My Three Wars As a Combat Infantryman
Lionel F., Sr. Pinn , and Frank Sikora
Manufacturer: NewSouth Books
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1588380602

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Going Places no one Dared!.......2003-02-16

What great story!... I was taken places no one dare go. As a young person, I never had to deal with war and the faces of war. Like me, the readers will find themselves right in the middle of it war with all it's force, fear and gallantry. Mr. Pinn also reveals an Infantry mans view of histroy and troubled times. For those of you who may be wanting to know more about war, ... you must read this book. Mr. Pinn represents your husbands, your sons and all those who may be called to serve. As fearful as it was it also contained a lot of lighter moments. Funny stories and amazing encounters. A must read!

5 out of 5 stars A must read for those that served, and those that didn't.......2003-01-26

Once in a while a great man walks into our lives; a man whose very persona is exemplified in his very stare. One such man was Lionel Pinn. Master Sergeant Pinn served in not one, not two, not three, but four different combat areanas. WWII, Korea, Laos and Vietnam saw Mr. Pinn, or Choo-Choo as he was known to many, fight and overcome the enemy. In three different combat theaters Pinny was taken prisoner, and escaped each time. He met and knew Jacki Kennedy, drank whiskey with Ira Hayes-the native American Indian who was one of the infantrymen immortalized in the depiction of the flag raising at Iwo Jima, and worked security for Frank Sinatra. Lionel was half Micmac and half Osage Indian, and more importantly an American.

I was fortunate enough to know Lionel, and sat with him at his home on occassion listening to him talk about the weather and the "three old maids" building a house next to his. Never did he discuss his combat missions or time served in the military with me; never did I ask questions. I have known several war veterans, and knew better than to broach the subject--besides, I just enjoyed Lionel's company, and as he remarked in his book, "I don't discuss war with those that never fought. They don't understand."

Oftentimes, I remarked to my wife that I regretted not asking Lionel if I could take a tape recorder with me to interview him. Fortunately for us all a reporter had enough foresight to do that very thing. I recently finished the book published about this little known American icon, Hear the Bugles Calling (My Three Wars as a Combat Infantryman). Lionel was the recipient of three combat infantryman badges, and two silver stars abrazoned the metals on the blue ribbon. Lionel recently died of Leukemia in 1999, the result of being present in Nevada for the witnessing of four atomic bomb detonations.

His is a story for anyone interested in courage. I'm lucky to have called him friend.........

5 out of 5 stars My Dad's Book.......2002-06-15

I am the son of Lionel "Choo Choo" Pinn and I am very honored by that distinction. Knowing my Dad as well as I did, I know he would be satisfied with this book and I am very happy to recommend it. It does a great job at sharing a little bit about a remarkable life. Reading the stories was like hearing him tell the stories. All my life I have been fortunate to get a glimpse into the world of my Dad. He did not share a whole lot when I was younger but as I got older he did finally begin to start telling the stories and I am glad I was there to hear them.

The book will weave you through three different wars (WWII, Korea and Vietnam) and his first hand account of the events of those conflicts, the big picture of the planning and strategies of war as well as the view point from the fox-hole. Dad was also on special assignment in Grenada in the early 1980's and traveled the world over in support of his MIA/POW comrades. At the age of 68 he tried his best to get to Desert Storm but was denied the opportunity. This book will also introduce you to some one-of-a-kind moments and people. These are "backs against the wall" kinds of situations that will never leave your memory. Chief Red Hawk, as he was know by his tribe, was also extremely proud of his Native American heritage and felt strongly that it was through those roots that he was able to survive all that he did. 9 Purple Hearts, the Silver and Bronze Stars, Distinguish Service Cross and Master Parachutist were just a few of the honors he worn over his heart but the one that he was most proud of, the one that he presented at the Vietnam Memorial Wall, the one he had in his pocket the day I buried him at Arlington National Cemetery was the "Combat Infantry Badge" (CIB) with 2 Stars. To stand in the rarified air of a warrior who gave it all in three different wars had deeper meaning than anything else in his career.

Unfortunately his death in 1999 would never allow him the opportunity to see his finished product however; the stories live on in the book and hearts of all of us who knew him. He once told me as he approached the end of his life that "I was able to survive all these gun shots and hand-grenades because I could get my hands on them but I can't reach this damn cancer and that's got me worried." Co-author Frank Sikora does an outstanding job at letting that story be told.

Like my Dad's life, the only thing I regret about the book is that it was far too short. For those of you who have served and carried the torch of freedom for our country, I promise you will not be disappointed. For those of you who want to know more about this man and his life, beyond the book, please let me know, I would be happy to share!

Lionel Pinn, Jr.
Littleeagle9@hotmail.com

Race, Class, and the Postindustrial City: William Julius Wilson and the Promise of Sociology (The New Inequalities)
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    Race, Class, and the Postindustrial City: William Julius Wilson and the Promise of Sociology (The New Inequalities)
    Frank Harold Wilson
    Manufacturer: State University of New York Press
    ProductGroup: Book
    Binding: Paperback

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    ASIN: 0791460169

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    An overview and critical appraisal of the work of influential sociologist and public intellectual William Julius Wilson.

    The Complete Idiot's Guide to Weight Loss Tracker
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Finally a guide that makes sense!
    • Hidden (Nutrition) Secrets Revealed!
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    The Complete Idiot's Guide to Weight Loss Tracker
    Shirley Mathews , and M.S., R.D., Jyni Holland
    Manufacturer: Alpha
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    ASIN: 1592573622
    Release Date: 2005-04-05

    Book Description

    The dieter's companion—for counting, calculating, and watching the pounds melt away!

    Whether counting calories, avoiding fats, or cutting down on carbohydrates, dieters will discover the tools they need to manage their eating habits and accomplish their weight loss goals. Designed to complement all of the popular dieting books in the market—and also helpful to those not following a specific dieting plan—this guide helps readers identify their body mass index; calculate their basal metabolism; graph weight loss; keep track of daily food intake, calorie expenditure, and other important data; and more.

    • Features a 50-page table that identifies the calorie, protein, fat, carbohydrate, and dietary fiber content of more than 2000 everyday foods
    • Supplements current diet books and plans, rather than competing with them
    • A useful organizational tool for anyone trying to lose weight
    • In addition to worksheets, also provides space for journal entries

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Finally a guide that makes sense!.......2005-06-22

    There are so many how to books on weight loss that the brain begins to lose focus so the body never benefits. What these two individuals have done is write a guide that is easy to read, easy to use, and something that will benefit you forever.
    The chapters help you identify your body type, determine your ideal body weight, decipher misleading food labels, and help you find the exercise plan that is right for you. The tables and worksheets included were fantastic, making it easy to see what you did right and what you need to correct the next time. The book is very positive recognizing that not everyone will lose weight the same way, helping you create an individual plan. Whatever "diet" you decide is the best for you, this book on it's own or in conjunction with another diet plan is a sure bet on success. No quick fixes here, but a truly educated way of learning about your body, the foods you eat, and the physical activity necessary to keep it all together.

    4 out of 5 stars Hidden (Nutrition) Secrets Revealed!.......2005-04-29

    I am looking at Nutrition Labels now, thanks to this book.

    I traded in the "Lite" crackers from the health food store (0% fiber and loaded with sodium) for the Whole Wheat ones with 12% fiber (and less salt).

    And guess what? The high fiber ones made me feel fuller and so, I didn't need as many with my luncheon salad!

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    5 out of 5 stars It works!.......2005-04-27

    Weight Loss Tracker is a great book for those who are searching for a lifestyle change and ultimately, permanant weight loss. The authors of the text help readers to understand that there is no magic cure for taking off the pounds. Instead, readers learn that subtle changes in diet and consistent exercise habits can make all of the difference. In an age of gastric bypass, freeze-dried packaged foods, and food deprivation as ways to weight loss, this book is a welcome alternative.

    Slow Cooker Magic: A Seasonal Selection of Family Favorite Recipes
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    • On time and in good condition as promised
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    Slow Cooker Magic: A Seasonal Selection of Family Favorite Recipes
    Linda Rehberg , and Lois Conway
    Manufacturer: St. Martin's Griffin
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    ASIN: 0312326572
    Release Date: 2005-09-22

    Book Description

    Over 100 inventive recipes for year-round family mealsincluding side dishes and dessertsfrom the authors of the top-selling Bread Machine Magic Slow cookers have been one of the hot appliancesin every market from Wal-Mart to Williams Sonomaover the last two years. There are loads of slow cooker books on the market, but Conway and Rehbergs book is unique: It demonstrates that slow cookers are useful and ingenious year-round appliances, perfect not just for the soups and stews of winter, but for spring potlucks at school and big family picnics in summer. Slow Cooker Magic includes not just main dishes, such as Chili and Chicken with Gravy, but appetizers, such as Spicy Tortilla Soup, and side dishes, such as Balsamic Glazed Carrots, too. With sidebars and tips that will bring magic to every home cook, Slow Cooker Magic also includes: Sandwiches Vegetarian recipes Desserts New uses for slow cookers. Rehberg and Conways Bread Machine Magic is a beloved big seller because their exhaustive testing produced recipes that work every time in every type of machine. They shine at giving home cooks fresh ideas to breathe new life into favorite appliances, and have done it again with Slow Cooker Magic.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Great Book!.......2007-01-20

    I recently bought a slow cooker and needed a good slow cooker book. I looked at lots of books out there. There's one for just about everything, but this book was exactly what I was looking for. I wanted minimal prep work on the food before it goes into the cooker, and recipes that were NOT made with boxes and cans of highly-processed foods. This book achieves both, with a very nice variety of recipes including desserts. Many of the recipes give tips on how they can be made light or vegetarian. It has all the recipes you've heard about over the years and includes some very interesting new ones. I truly appreciate the German recipes they've adapted for the crockpot like Gulaschsuppe and Currywurst which are family favorites. Every recipe I've tried, I've liked. I guess the only possible drawbacks are the way it's set up, and the lack of calorie information. I think it's nice that the recipes are categorized by season, but I don't use the book that way since I think it makes things hard to find. I use the index to find what I need and then dog ear the pages so I can find them again. The Cauliflower soup is fantastic by the way.

    5 out of 5 stars On time and in good condition as promised.......2007-01-12

    No surprises and was shipped quickly. Since this was a Christmas present, it was important to receive it soon. I am happy with my purchase.

    5 out of 5 stars Excellent Book on Slow Cooker Versatility!.......2006-08-25

    I found a number of very tasty recipes in this cookbook. I would highly recommend it!

    Vet in Harness
    Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
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    Vet in Harness
    James Herriot
    Manufacturer: Pan Macmillan
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    ASIN: 0330443569

    Book Description

    The Yorkshire Dales have never seemed more beautiful for James. Now he has a lovely wife by his side, a partners plate on the gate and the usual menagerie of farm animals, pets and owners demanding his constant attention and teaching him a few lessons along the way. All of the old Darrowby friends are on top formSiegfried thashes round the practice, Tristan occasionally buckles down for finals, and James is signed up for a local cricket team.

    Customer Reviews:

    3 out of 5 stars Pat of another book.......2007-09-08

    It is a part of a bigger book " All Things Great and Wonderful" so it is cheaper to buy any book titled " All things ..."
    James Herriot; "If Only They Could Talk", "It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet", "Let Sleeping Vets Lie", "Vet in Harness", "Vets Might Fly" and "Vet in a Spin".
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      James Herriot; "If Only They Could Talk", "It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet", "Let Sleeping Vets Lie", "Vet in Harness", "Vets Might Fly" and "Vet in a Spin".
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          James Herriot Reads from His Books Let Sleeping Vets Lie and Vet in Harness

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            If Only They Could Talk, it Shouldn't Happen to a Vet Let sleeping Vets Life Vet in Harness Vets Might Fly Vet in a Spin
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                If Only They Could Talk, it Shouldn't Happen to a Vet, Let Sleeping Vets Lie, Vet in Harness, Vets Might Fly, Vet in Spin
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                  It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet + If Only They Could Talk + Let Sleeping Vets Lie + Vet in Harness + Vets Might Fly. Omnibus Complete and Unabridged
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                    Let Sleeping Vets Lie and Vet in Harness (2 Audio Cassette Tapes)
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                      Let Sleeping Vets Lie and Vet in Harness (2 Audio Cassette Tapes)
                      James Herriot
                      Manufacturer: Music for Pleasure Ltd.
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                      Radio Control Foam Modelling
                      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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                      • Fascinating book of highly practical techniques
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                      Radio Control Foam Modelling
                      David Thomas , and Sid King
                      Manufacturer: Nexus Special Interests
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                      ASIN: 1854861794

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                      A comprehensive guide to the use of expanded plastic foam materials in model aircraft. Foam is a relatively new material for modelmakers, and many are still not familiar with all the necessary information and techniques, the latest choices available, and the associated materials, tools and glues.

                      Customer Reviews:

                      5 out of 5 stars A Great Book.......2007-08-02

                      Anyone interested in learning the basics of foam model construction would be well advised to pick up a copy of this book. Everything is written in a clear, easy-to-understand text that takes one through making tools, cutting foam, covering and sheeting methods, and other modeling uses for foam.

                      It is highly recommended.

                      5 out of 5 stars Fascinating book of highly practical techniques.......2004-10-21

                      Even though I just bought this book (not from Amazon), my edition appears to be the 1999 one, not 2000. At any rate, the book is really excellent. What impressed me most was the simple design of the tools employed, from the hot wire cutter to the vacuum bagger, all appear to be buildable from stuff at the local auto parts store, junkyard, and hardware store. Things like a cheap auto battery charger, old refrigerator compressor, etc. Nothing exotic.

                      Not only that, but after describing how to build wings from templates, he gives an explanation of how to draw the templates, with details on a half-dozen popular wing shapes. Like everything else in the book, he takes you through it step-by-step, leaving nothing out.

                      Overall, I think this must be one of the best "how to" books I've ever read.

                      5 out of 5 stars Radio Control Foam Modelling.......2002-01-14

                      Thank you NEXUS Special Interest Books (UK) for putting this book back in circulation. If anyone is even thinking about building their first Foamie, this book is a must, for it will answer your basic questions on the "dos and don't" about FOAM, a very well though out book for any modeller's first Foam aeroplane.. Thank You David Thomas, Sid King

                      5 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners and intermediate skilled modellers.......2001-06-07

                      Even though the book was written in Europe (it refers to some materials, which are hard to find in the U.S.), its quite useful and well written. I consider myself an experienced scratch builder, but I found a lot of useful information, building techniques, and construction ideas in this book. Highly recommend to everybody using foam in the airplane construction.

                      Summer-Blooming Bulbs: 60 Spectacular Bloomers For Your Summer Garden
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                        Summer-Blooming Bulbs: 60 Spectacular Bloomers For Your Summer Garden
                        Beth Hanson
                        Manufacturer: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
                        ProductGroup: Book
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                        One look at these fabulous photos and you'll agree: summer bulbs blossom into some of the most fantastic flowers ever seen. Yet most gardening books ignore them in favor of springtime's bounty. Don't assume there's nothing more once the riotous spring bloom of tulips and daffodils fade; here are scores of extravagant bulbs to brighten the summer garden--not only the familiar lily and gladiolus but also exotics such as the South African nerine, the Near Eastern eremurus, and the Asian colocasia. An encyclopedia highlights the favorites of bulb experts from all the different regions, with lovely photos and foolproof advice on cultivation and care. Try the clever and creative ways of combining summer bulbs with more common garden plants in beds and borders, of naturalizing them in the landscape, and of growing them in containers. They'll turn your garden into the hottest one in the neighborhood!

                        Exchanges for All Occasions: How to Use the Exchange System for Healthy and Creative Food Choices
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                          Exchanges for All Occasions: How to Use the Exchange System for Healthy and Creative Food Choices
                          Marion J., M.S., R.D. Franz
                          Manufacturer: Chronimed Publishing
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                          Patient: The True Story of a Rare Illness
                          Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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                          Patient: The True Story of a Rare Illness
                          Ben Watt
                          Manufacturer: Grove Press
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                          Ben Watt's Patient is not the memoir one might expect from half of the pop duo Everything But The Girl. This is no star diary, no ordinary account of songwriting or performances, but a harrowing tale of Watt's battle with a rare life- threatening disease that ravaged his innards and left him with only three feet of intestine. This brush with death compelled Watt to write--the first thing he's "done apart from making records," and Patientchronicles the months of intense pain and idleness he spent in hospitals. Watt's prose, in a simple lyrical style that recall his songs, pulls the reader to his bedside as he alternates between drug-induced hazes and excruciatingly clear visions of his life. The disorientation and fear grow more palpable as his story unfolds. He likens his first major illness to a trip up a mountain: bearings are lost as vestiges of individuality and pride fall away in the fight for survival. Day and night become indistinguishable, and the line between awareness and unconsciousness blurs. Despite the nightmarish nature of his ordeal, Watt manages tender reflections on his family life and his relationship with fellow bandmember and girlfriend, Tracey Thorn.

                          Customer Reviews:

                          5 out of 5 stars Fascinating Read from an Unexpected Source.......2006-01-10

                          I'd been a fan of EBTG for quite awhile before this book came out. Their soothing music has always been a favorite so I was really interested to see what this book was all about.

                          It turned out to be a very disturbing account of Ben Watt's freak-show illness, blow by blow. His commentary is riveting and one gets the feeling that he does not feel sorry for himself in the least, but instead follows his own story as if he is an observer who also happens to be its main character.

                          I was heartened to read toward the end of the book Watt's own musings on what may have brought all his health problems about. Though he left it vague, his illness seems to be among those new "diseases of civilization" caused by many factors in our surroundings that lead to hard-to-define ailments where environmental toxicity and the overuse of pharmaceutical medicines are certainly not to be discounted.

                          In any case it seems that his passion for music transcended all, and was at least in part a contributor to his recovery. Most of all he deserves a thanks for telling his story, unadulterated. For sure it has made this reader not feel so isolated.

                          5 out of 5 stars Lyrical and spiritual in its unique perspective.......2005-04-23

                          I purchase this book many years ago simply because I was a big ebtg fan. I casually knew what he had been thorugh and felt terrible for him, but was going through the process of losing and then grieving for a loved one.
                          When I read the book, it offered me a perspective on what life may have been like for my loved one as he suffered illness. What a wonderful gift Ben Watt has given. He writes without self-pity, in his lyrical style without being flowery or glossing over the ugliness of illness. I am so glad that he survived for selfish reasons-the music he (&Tracey) has(have) produced (before and after the illness) has been a diverse gift to the world.
                          And I am so greatful that he wrote this book. Experiencing the death of a loved one through being a spectator to horrible illness, was, in a strange way one of life's best gifts to me. No I didn't learn to be greatful for my health and all that crap-I learned that true joy comes from giving to another and expecting nothing in return. Ben Watt's Patient, gave me an extra perspective on that experience, and sometimes helps me to remember the life-lesson from it all.
                          In summation, read Patient for more of Watt's lyrical writing, read it to find a surprisingly good story with plot twists and turns, read it to learn what severe illness truly is. Fascinating. A gift-thank you.

                          5 out of 5 stars Everything But The Hype........2003-09-26

                          The fact that Watt's story lacks a significant plot (outside of the onset, diagnosis, and treatment of his rare condition) is largely forgivable. For those of us who know Watt primarily as a musician/songwriter, the somewhat static storyline here is acceptable. All that's missing from "Patient" is Everything But The Girl's enlightening bed of music to be heard under Ben's delicately articulated prose. Typical of many great songs, Watt occasionally blurs the line between the first- and third-person narration, and "Patient" is better off for it. Perhaps even better than the great writing, though, is the genuine and intimate portal into the lives of Ben and Tracey rarely afforded to EBTG fans. It's a relatively short read, but each page gives plenty to be absorbed as the result of Ben's crafty alliteration and his uncensored, yet careful, approach to the fog of medical lexicon. Not for the weak of heart--or stomach--Watt's book exacts distinct feelings of sobriety and contemplation...with an ending portrait that expertly convey's his trademark understated hope.

                          5 out of 5 stars Memorable, insightful.......2003-08-08

                          I'll admit I picked this up mostly out of curiosity as a longtime fan of Everything But the Girl. What kept me reading, however, was Ben Watt's skill as a writer. His story is gripping and harrowing, but told with a dry wit and wonderful observations. This book is not just about one man coming to terms with serious illness, but how that experience affected his relationships with his loved ones and his view of himself. This would be a great book for anyone in the health care field to read; it gives you a sense of the patient as a full human being, not just a "problem" to be fixed. Ben Watt's writing skills are as strong as his ample skills as a musician/songwriter. This book has my highest recommendation.

                          3 out of 5 stars Interesting Phenomenon.......2003-03-24

                          To be clear, I have not read this book. I would only like to comment on the book as emblematic of an interesting phenomenon: that one of the main symptoms of chronic illness is the desire to talk about it to anyone who will listen. The sufferer may rationalize this urge by saying that it is an attempt to reach out for help. But what is interesting is that usually the sufferer is most long-winded about his illness to people he deems unlikely of providing any direct assistance.
                          Patient: The True Story of a Rare Illness
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                            Patient: The True Story of a Rare Illness
                            Ben Watt
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                            The Thirteenth Gate Travels Among the Lost Tribes of Israel
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                            • Interesting but not even close to a scholarly study
                            The Thirteenth Gate Travels Among the Lost Tribes of Israel
                            Tudor Parfitt
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                            3 out of 5 stars Interesting but not even close to a scholarly study.......2007-01-13

                            Of the six groups of 'Jews' that Parfitt visited, there are only three that are truly 'lost'. The Jews of Syria are well known, they are just trapped in the politics of the Middle East. The Bagdadi and Bet Israel of the area near Bombay have been known about for years; as are the Jews of Singapore who are the remnant of Bagdadis who were truly a trading colony. Those of the 'Secret Tribe of Zebulun' (my namesake) are modern Japanese who are looking for spirituality based on the Old Testament and are more like Christians with hebraic tendencies (they accept Jesus).

                            At least in this book he makes a tangential look at the people of eastern India who have claimed to be a lost tribe for many years. To read more about this Tribe you should read Hillel Halkin's "Across the Sabbath River".

                            The two true lost tribes, are the Falashas of Ethiopia (Tribe of Dan) and the BaLemba of Zimbabwe/South Africa. A major portion of the Falashas were gotten out of Ethiopia in the 1980s and are settled in Israel as part of "Operaton Moses".

                            The Lemba have recently been in the news as Parfait and some scientists have raised an amazing probability to prove they are truly descendents of a Jewish tribe. A few years ago, a Kohain gene (found among both the Sephardi and Ashkenaz, at a rate of greater than 50%, as opposed to 5-6% in the general Jewish population, and under 2% in Europeans) was identified by some Israeli researchers. When the did DNA studies on the Lemba (who are separated into twelve clans), the senior clan had a rate of 50% of the Kohain gene, and the general Lemba community was at 5%. So make up your own mind.
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                              The Thirteenth Gate: Travels Among the Lost Tribes of Israel
                              Tudor Parfitt
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                                The Thirteenth Gate Travels Among the Lost Tribes of Israel
                                Tudor Parfitt
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                                The Thirteenth Gate Travels among the Lost Tribes of Israel
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                                  The Thirteenth Gate Travels among the Lost Tribes of Israel
                                  Parfitt Tudor
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