This book is wonderful, especially for parents who have school-age children. Turansky and Miller explain why expressing anger when children misbehave is detrimental to relationships and how to respond to misbehavior in a way which will bring about change from the heart. They discuss the difference between obedience and honor and explain how parents and children can honor each other. The bad attitudes in our family are melting away.

This is the best stuff on parenting I've seen (and I've seen a lot of Christian materials). Most of the parenting books I've read agree with what the authors say about parenting, they just don't tell us HOW to do it. This book does!!

I have been praying about what to do regarding some undesirable behaviour in my children (and in myself), and this book is the answer to those prayers! It is worth every penny.

With all of the "How To" manuals out on parenting, it is hard to know which will be the most helpful in rearing children. After reading several books on this subject, I have found "Eight Secrets to Highly Effective Parenting" to have the most APPLICABLE techniques and principles. For example, after reading the first three chapters, I began using some of the "Secrets" on discipline and I witnessed an immediate change in how my two year old was responding to my correction. It took me one night of reading these chapters and I was able to use the methods right away. The other thing I appreciated about this book is that it is very easy to read because it gives examples of situations we all face with our kids. I have already given copies of this book to family members! Get this book! The "Secrets" work!

We were going on a trip to see the Llano Estacado and the canyon in west Texas.This book gave the trip so much dimension and understanding at how hard the life was for the explorers and the pioneers in this harsh land.Very cleverly written,holds one attention. Wonderful

Using historical writings of early explorers, the author captures the mystery and magic of the great Llano Estacado or "Staked Plains" that begin in West Texas and extend north and west. Particularly amusing is the efforts of early railroad surveyors to find underground water at the edge of the Llano (aka the caprock) only to miss one of North America's largest aquifers (the Ogalla) by a matter of miles and in some cases yards.

[Review by Larry Blumenfeld, Blumenfeld & Aswsociates, Post Office Box 2831, 660 Circulo Nomada, Tubac, AZ 85646-2831, (520) 398-3371, published in COUNCIL FIRES, The Publication for Western Americana Enthusiasts, Vol. 8, Issue #1, January, 1998, p. 16-17.] E1 Llano Estacado: Exploration and Imagination on the High Plains of Texas and New Mexico, 1536-1860. Written by John Miller Morris. Austin: Texas State Historical Association, First Edition ($39.95). El Llano Estacado is an extremely well written new work of Southwestern History, brilliantly revealing the historical core and heart of one of America's most history-packed regions--the mesaland of the Southern High Plains in Texas and New Mexico. From the Canadian River in the north to the Edwards Plateau in the south, from the Pecos River in the west to the awesome canyonlands of the Red, Pease, Brazos, and Colorado Rivers in the east, these 50,000-square miles of what is commonly referred to as "the Llano" are here chronicled over a period of 300 years, revealing the history, cultural grandeur, and mythic wonders of this special ruggedly beautiful land. A knockout read for both historians and buffs alike, Morris's new book is his song to this unique environment, revealing, melding, and analyzing a diversified series of Spanish, French, Mexican, and Anglo-American explorers and adventurers and how they made their mark on this remarkable land. The book opens with an examination of what is known as the Lost Coronado Trail, pursuing the question of where did the Coronado Expedition go in 1541. What follows is nothing short of a breakthrough analysis of what they saw and how they remembered it as revealed through their personal accounts and journals. The second part of the book, which deals with the Llano Frontier, continues its unique approach to the study of the three centuries of Spanish exploration and imagination following Coronado. Here we revisit this extraordinary land through the eyes and imaginations of the conqueror, Juan de Onate, the accounts of the French explorers, Pierre Mallet and Paul Mallet, and the travel diaries of trailblazers Pedro Vial, Jose Mares, and Francisco Amangual. Part Three then explores and analyzes "the invention or discovery of the Llano through the Anglo imagination," including the "prose of the poet Albert Pike, the grand deceits of Alexander Le Grand, the reasoning of Josiah Gregg, and the legendary collapse of the Texan-Santa Fe Expedition" as chronicled by George Wilkins Kendall and Thomas Falconer. Together the author analyzes what he calls the "American rhetoric of romantic discovery." The Great Zahara, the last of four parts, deliciously delves into the "perceptual approaches of classic U. S. Explorers James W. Abert, Randolph B. Marcy, A. W. Whipple, Andrew Gray, and John Pope...." Powerful, unusual, stimulating, and nothing short of brilliant, El Llano Estacado is one of the finest works of cultural and mythic history of a region I have ever read. Morris has penned a great work of both history and imagination, pushing the boundaries on historical scholarship to limits that I would have never thought possible. This book should change the way history is not only written but perceived. You must read this mmagnificent book!!

Words cannot totally express how much this book has helped to define my outlook on life. It covers many important issues, not only of the time it was written but also of today. Cleaver had a clear perspective of life when he wrote this book and it shows greatly. The chapter entitled "Soul on Ice" is a part of the book that I will not allow myself to forget. Eldridge Cleaver was a very evident literary genius and moreover, a gifted prophet of how everything in life "hangs by such thin and whimsical threads."

This is by far the best book I have ever read in my whole life. Once I picked up the book I could not put it down. Eldridge Cleaver talks about the things almost no one else would dare to talk about one of the greatist books of this century. Eldridge talks about the black man's stake in Vietnam, how it really is behind bars, Malcolm's death and offers a real look about Black America. This is one of the greatist men who ever lived who takes a real look at a racist America. A great novel and a real page turner.

Going by this text alone, it would appear that, unfortunately, going to prison is the most enlightening experience that Eldridge Cleaver has ever undergone. The epiphanies and revelations that Cleaver makes from his cell at Folsom State Prison reach deep into the soul and psyche of the African-American male, and uncover many truths here-to-fore considered taboo. A definite must-read!

Dr. Calvin Miller takes perhaps "the" area in Christian ministry that ultimately advances the Kingdom of God or brings it to a potential unnecessary grinding halt. I like Dr. Miller's use of the account of King David because it addresses issues of leadership on many levels pertinent to today in a Biblical fashion. The exposition though not in scholarly terms, is satisfactory, masterful and written in a way to appeal to anyone earnestly desiring to better themselves and ultimately their quality of leadership.

Overall the spirit of the book is sincere and aims at developing leaders who are not only gifted and organized, but submitted to Christ. From the highest ranks in a church organination to the volunteer desiring to learn some excellent keys in ministry and leadership.

There are sections and areas in the book that need some development of thought. I don't disagree with the message per se, but the way it is written at times is unclear. If you tend to read a lot, you MAY be able to read what the author intends, but I don't even take that for granted, how does one really know what someone means if it isn't stated clearly?

Here's an example:

Key 1 - Fostering an Honest Service Image

Page 12, Ability vs. Sociability

Dr. Miller asks "1 Samuel 16:11 clearly show that leaders are often recluses? Are they not slow social mixers?" Well even in the context of that verse, David is tending sheep...doing his job in spite of his feelings, I'm not seeing the recluse connection so in my estimation his assessment is unsupported. Then Dr. Miller states that "leaders are to often loners" to which I expect he will explain the how's and why's of his statement.

But instead of clarifying that thought, he goes on to mention that Lincoln grieved about the American division from which I can at best conclude that "the burdens of leadership made him want to reflect which made him feel lonely"? I'm not sure if that's what he meant but lack of clarity ultimately has me drawing conclusions as to how that translates into loneliness.

He proceeds to mention Christ at Gethsemane and how it was a lifestyle of Christ to withdraw himself/creating "aloneness". The omitting of the reasons for why Christ withdrew Himself is a disservice to "Fostering on Honest Servant Image". In my Biblical studies, "loneliness" and "aloneness" aren't synonyms, and what's frustrating is that Dr. Miller doesn't enlighten my understanding either way.

Now I don't mean this in a harsh spirit, but I am interesting in HIS reasoning which is why I bought the book to begin with. There are times when I run into this throughout the book, and it may be my personality, but it's a little irritating. I appreciate well supported writing, even if I disagree with someone, but at least one is compelled to think.

In fairness, The overall material is excellent. My personal favorite section is Leadership: Coping with Difficult People. If you have been in a leadership position, the section alone is worth the price of the book. I like the fact that Dr. Miller doesn't come across as a theorist, especially in this section. Being a former pastor, he's giving you the straight scoop on the sometimes unpleasant task of dealing with personalities. His observations are right on the head.

I must bring this up as well because I feel it needs to be addressed. There are authors quoted in this book that are not evangelical, yet this book is directed at Christian leaders and I can understand how some may not be comfortable with that.(i.e. Stephen Covey - not to single him out) This is a personal thing but I think common sense has to prevail.

Honestly, I don't personally fundamentally agree with Covey's personal beliefs either, However, Covey is a brilliant author and has good insight. I feel silly for even bringing this up but this is an issue of common sense. In other words, if it bothers you that badly, read the parts that are helpful and skip the one's that bother you. It would be shameful to miss out on this wonderful book just because you may see a name whose views you don't agree with.

Really there is so much interesting and useful material this is one that you will find yourself refering back to over and over again! It is good, useful wisdom for being a quality leader and person. I believe there's a transformation awaiting if this material is taken to heart.

Don't let the title "10 to Keys to Servant Leadership" fool you. "The Empowered Leader" by Calvin Miller is a book with genuine depth and insight. He makes you take a long hard look at your own leadership. Miller has not written a "how to" manual for "would be" leaders but he has written words to awaken the leadership potential of those already called to lead. The author tells us, "Whatever leadership is, it is not a hankering after success. Leadership lies in a hunger to understand and make the world a better place."

King David is the example. Thought his life you will learn ten valuable keys to the life of a servant leader, which include: fostering an honest servant image; learning the art of self-perception; networking; vision; decision making; defining, structuring, and motivating; the politics of grace and the abuse of power; and coping with difficult people. The book is not just geared for pastors, but for any leader wanting to lead from a Christian worldview. I recommend "The Empowered Leader" to all God called leaders.

Calvin Miller offers a very readable and informative look at 10 essential principles of leadership, using King David as the paradigm of a "godly leader." These principles include self-perception, networking, vision, decision, etc... Also includes useful illustrations and diagrams. This book is a handy reference not only for pastors, but for any Christian in a leadership role.

This giant of the 20th Century, will be known as John Paul the Great by future historians. Today, his teachings are considered "out of touch" with the modern world by the mouth pieces of worldly power, especially on sexual morality. He is considered worthy of derision by them, how wrong they are.

The thought of JPII is trans-modern, it is a bold and sophisticated philosophical approach to the problems that afflict our world. His insights penetrate into the philosphical and spiritual roots of the modern crisis and has found the solution. His approach is a rigorus engagement with modern thought and transcends the dead-end thought that has emerged among intellectual eliets and poisons our universities.

For those who would gloss over his writings, they would miss the mystical import and profound depth of this thinker and leader. So subtle, so rich, it is easily missed.

John Paul II is a prophet to the world, a prophet whose message has largely been ignored.

In the not too distant future, when our need for the TRUTH presses upon us ever more heavily, those who search will find John Paul's writings and be liberated and ennobled by this man's potent seed.

Take this and steep yourself in the truth and allow this man's spirit, the spirit of the Father, Child and Love to fill you.

Here they are, in one collection. Why buy them individually when you can have them all in one place?

This important book provides a study of 12 of Pope John Paul II's encyclicals, from the first of his pontificate, Redemptor Hominis, through the much discussed Evangelium Vitae and Veritatis Splendor, the not-to-be-overlooked Redemptoris Mater, and Ut Unum Sint.

Scholars and non-scholars will be pouring over the Pope's gifts for the next century to come. The encyclicals offer Pope John Paul II's brilliant blueprint for the third millennium. It is a blueprint fashioned from Scripture itself, but with modern insights to carry us forward across the "threshold of hope."

J. Michael Miller, C.S.B. offers an excellent introduction to Papal encyclicals and helpful notes prior to each chapter. In addition, an exhaustive index makes this a superb reference for pastors, teachers, writers, theologians, researchers, and the average layperson desiring to know more about the Church.

Father Miller has captured an entire set of the most significant written works of the Papacy of John Paul II. Clearly the present pope has been a religious and geopolitical figure of first importance in the past 22 years, as has been amply documented in such works as Weigel's 'Witness to Hope' and Bernstein's 'His Holiness.' The universal intellectual achievement however of JPII is understandable most readily in his encyclicals. These documents speak from and reveal a philosopher and theologian of the first quality; indeed, as with Leo XIII, it may take at least a hundred years for the importance of his work to be understood. Fr. Miller has the qualifications on all fronts, as a philosopher, a theologian, and his former employment in the Papal Secretariat of State, to gather and remark on these works. Students of the times and their deepest roots will doubtlessly find here a collection of primary source materials that are indispensible to their understanding.

We have added a copy of this to our science museum library. If you had to pick just one book to figure things out with and you cuold take only one book to a mythical desert island.... this would have to be it for general medicine!

I wish I would have had this book when I was going to school. This book not only defines virtually every medical term but elaborates on essential areas. The beginning of the book is a color atlas of all body systems. eg. Skeletal,GI, Cranial Nerves, Muscles ect. It is then organized as a Dictionary from A-Z. There are clear pictures to help elaborate on definitions and explanations. An example is in the area of Intercranial Pressure. Not only is it defined, it is also explained in detail including ICP monitoring devices and pictures for easy understanding. I have been a nurse for a long time and found this book to be a wonderful reference.... in all areas of nursing.... Everyone on the unit wants to borrow this book and many have already purchased it themselves.

Having used many nursing dictionaries, this one is by far the best. It is very clear and amazingly comprehensive. At the front there is a short anatomy guide followed by a colour atlas. The bulk of the text is fantastic; good diagrams and flow charts throughout reinforce learning and an invaluble pronunciation guide for those of us that haven't studied Latin. To complete, a large Appendix section is included which provides a wealth of useful information for the reader. Although US and Canada focused, this book is a must for any nurse, doctor or allied health worker. At this price, buy it.

After reading this book I decided to get a checkup. Although I work out and passed my treadmill test there was an area of ischemia. A catheter procedure found a torn LMC, a partially blocked RCA, and a partially blocked PDA. Two AVE stents and an angioplasty behind me I am now much better informed. I have read this book from cover to cover more than once and I have incorporated its recommendations into my daily life. This book made me aware of changes within my body I had not noticed and in essence saved my life by motivating me to see my doctor for a checkup. Glad I did. I lived to see 56.

This book is fantastic!It is full of information that is really helpful to wives, who have husbands that do not like to talk about their health! It covers a broad range of topics from heart disease, blood pressure,prostate,sexual issues and male menopause! My husband has started reading it now and is learning all kinds of useful information! This was a lucky find! Very well written!

Finally, a book written for men doing just what the title says;"Facing the Fifties" written by a couple of guys who obviously don't subscribe to the "if you have fabulous abs everything must be just fine" school of health. Incredible it took this long for someone to realize with all us "boomers" out there that the need for this kind of book was huge. I like how straight forward, simple and easy this book is. No BS, just clear information and a nice sense of humor about it as well. This was clearly written by men who understand what we're up against physically and emotionally and I recommend it to anyone in the neighborhood of their fifties.

If you are a ship expert, or just want to find a little information, this is for you. Braynard and Miller did a spectacular job! They wrote enough info. so you know and understand each ship, but aren't so detailed that the book bores the reader. This book is a must have for anyone interested in ocean liners.

This is the book to get if you're into ocean liners! It contains loads of great information about the ocean liners of the past and present, and whets the appetite for more!

I think the "Fifty Famous Liners" series (books 1-3) are the most concise and informational descriptions of the worlds most famous liners a terrific buy for Liner enthusiasts! Andrew Oliva (aoliva@odin.cbu.edu)

I sing the praises of Dr. L, She saved me from a living hell When I fell into the poison oak patch And had an itch I couldn't scratch!

I found this to be a refreshing alternative to modern remedies and the recommendations work so well you can do without the modern remedies that can have potential side affects...they really work!!!

Dr. L provided my introduction to homeopathy. While the book focuses on first aid, it is also introduces homeopathic medicine and how it can compliment traditional medicine. Dr. L writes in a very clear and concise manner. She begins by listing common questions about homeopathic treatment and then answers them for various first aid situations. An excellent book!

And D.A. Miller's book about the relationship to these last days of the Church with the Feasts in the Book of Leviticus is a real answer to prayer. The Lord had begun to show me that it was "all in the Feasts" but I couldn't explain it to anyone very well - until I got this book through a Jack Van Impe Ministry mailing. WOW! It has also helped me to be SURE of the PRE-tribulation rapture of the Church since Mr. Miller so clearly makes the connection of the Church to the Bride of Christ, and the way the Jews 'do' the Wedding Feast. Thanks DA Miller!

FORBIDDEN KNOWLEDGE is awakening a sleeping Church to thelargely ignored biblical commandment to WATCH for the sign(s) andtiming of the removal of believers from earth (Rapture) by Jesus Christ. This book stands alone as the first to accept a literal interpretation that the word "WATCH" could mean, God plans to inform those "watching" for the Rapture before it happens. Its courage and inspiration to search the scriptures in the spirit of the Bible's book of Acts 17:11 is unmatched in our time. D.A. Miller was awakened to the book's theme by a spouse's questioning of 1 Thessalonians 5:2-5, which has clear language that believers will not be surprised, although unbelievers will be caught "as a thief in the night." D.A. Miller's search for the honest and scriptural answer led to a wall of skepticism called the "Imminence doctrine," or in Miller's language, "can't-ever-know" doctrine. The protectors of "Imminence" cite Matthew 24:36 & Mark 13:32 and incorrectly apply the doctrine to the Rapture, an event preceding the return of Christ by some seven years.

Miller hits head-on the failure of the Church in our time to heed the words of Daniel's Chapter 12, to wait on the Holy Spirit to open the Scoll of the end times wide enough for us to see the Rapture's timing. We are alerted with a firm reminder: "Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would be the ultimate teacher of those who trust God."

Developing the theme with increasing confidence, Miller finds "there seems to be no scriptural justification to warrant the belief that Jesus will appear to obedient Christians as a thief." Gathering support from the Bible's passages of Luke 12:39, John 10:10 and Revelation 16:15 Miller concludes, "this particular passage does not teach that Christians cannot know the timing of future events."

FORBIDDEN KNOWLEDGE urges the reader to search the scriptures in the spirit of Acts 17:11, and be prepared for messages from heaven, a frequent pattern of God to inform his own before fulfilling a divine purpose. Mindful of the cautions against specific dating of prophectic events, Miller asks the provocative question: "what if the Holy Spirit reveals Christ's exact timing?" There appears to be a careful nurturing of the hopes of those literal interpreters who still rely on the promise of Amos 3:7, where God says He will not do anything until He first reveals it to His servants the prophets. Miller delivers a very direct and persuasive call to those whose sleep is not so heavy and "can't-ever-know" voices hardly audible. Their faith in God's ability to reveal his hidden truths in His own time may be rewarded in our time. FORBIDDEN KNOWLEDGE inspires believers to move beyond the fear of not knowing, and the threat of unpreparedness that is implied by the Imminence faithful, into the possibility that we may know, and be ready for "the greatest spur for service yet." FORBIDDEN KNOWLEDGE reminds us that "God is a date setter," and the exact dates...were put there to discover at the appointed time."

Miller's prescription for "HOW SHOULD WE LIVE" is a truly awakening prospect, since "there is no scriptural prohibition to look for the date of the Rapture...As the true Rapture date draws near, I believe that all students of the Word will see more clearly."

Miller's classic challenge is prefaced with a review of the seven Levitical, Jewish Holy Feast Days. They are widely accepted as foretelling the dual story of Jewish and Christian messianic redemption. Our reading experience is enriched with the festivals of Purim and Hanukkah, to show how God protects and rescues His chosen people, the Jews of Israel.

FORBIDDEN KNOWLEDGE or is it? by D.A. Miller is must reading for anyone who wants to awake from their "can't-ever-know" sleep and enter into a wide-a-wake world of increasing hope and expectation for God to "speak" directly to His Church in our time. END

This was the first book to truly lead me in my endeavour to understand the Jewishness of my Christian Faith. This book is a must read for any true student of Bible prophecy attempting to understand what is going on in the world today. It will open your intellect to take a fresh look at what you can and can't dig into.