This book is incredible! I first read it from the library, but then found I had to have my own copy. It features recipes, interviews with White House staff, and much, much more! A highly recomended book!

I first picked this book up because the picture of the beautiful Bernese mountain dog on the cover caught my eye. (I own a Bernese.) Then the short introduction by former White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta caught my interest and I started reading. I'm glad I did.

It's the true story of how Al Shugart, founder of Seagate Technology and a legendary maverick in the computer industry, tried to run his dog Ernest for Congress in the 1996 election. He did it to raise public awareness of stagnation in the body politic. Although he never got Ernest on the ballot, he did get a lot of publicity for his ideas.

The book is both funny and disturbing. The humor comes from the campaign itself, from the letters and articles by supporters (and their pets), and from observing the bureaucratic tangle Shugart and Ernest tried to unsnarl. The disturbing part is that there's so much bureaucracy to deal with.

It's nicely designed, with a lot of pictures and reproductions ! of actual documents from the campaign.

I think it gives a good insight into what Americans are feeling about gridlock in government. It would make a great gift for those who'd like to see more common sense in our political life. Also for those who -- like myself -- love dogs.

What an amazing find this book was! The authors artfully unveil the little-known world of drag clubs in the Fourties - and let me tell you it's NOTHING like the drag world today. Full of artists who sang for themselves (no lip-sync here!) and took their art form very seriously, it really opens up your perspective on what it must have been like to be a gay person in that era. You get both a feel for the times and a perspective that makes you appreciate today.

Told as a series of short biographies of people and places of the day, it is very readable, accessible, and educational at the same time.

I highly recommend this book, and hope the authors are working on a sequel that covers the next era in Seattle's rich history!

A well-written history, with copious use of photos, about a troubled, audacious railway hacked through a river canyon & miles of timber to reach a hoped-for Mother Lode high up in the rugged Cascade Mtns NE of Seattle-- called Monte Cristo. The dreams of most prospectors never panned out, including one of the key investors back East, John. D. Rockefeller. Ultimately the mines and railway failed, but not before much colorful history occured over the 40 or so years of the railway's existence. One co-author, Phil Woodhouse, wrote an earlier work about the mines & railroad titled "Monte Cristo"--an excellent history. The present work adds new information uncovered over the years since "Monte Cristo's" 1979 (1996 update) publication, as well as many photos (some never published before) of the railway. A very handsome coffee-table size addition to any railroad/mining/historical buff's library.

Excellent history of the Ferry System in WA. State. Difficult to find as there were only 2500 copies distributed before a fire distroyed the remaining 2500 copies along with the plates.

Boaters around here know the Douglasses as the king and queen of cruisers, and their handbooks are our bibles. They've been everywhere, done everything, and they take *really* good notes. This guide is one result; it includes details on every anchorage, waypoint and description in the area. If you plan to spend any time in Pacific Northwest waters, this book is a must have.

I own and use numerous guides to creatures of the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia. Dr. Snively's book is clearly among the best of the genre. Her considerable skill as an educator and her extensive experience along local seashores have combined to create an excellent guide to the marine critters in this part of the world.

This is a great book for people who live in or around DC and want to explore the area. It is far from a "tourist guidebook." I have taken 6 of the hikes in this book, and have gotten more than my money's worth. I lived in DC for 12 years once, and upon return, picked this up as a way to see how the city has changed. It did that, and more. I discovered new aspects even of neighborhoods I had lived in. Bruton has a skill at picking an interesting route. At times I wondered why he would divert me for one block with no reference, but every little twist has brought worthwhile views. The book is a good size for holding in the hand while walking; the practical directions are first rate; and he provides background mainly on buildings and sights that are not explained in the location itself, so that you have an opportunity to explore.

GEORGE TAMES WAS ONE OF THE BEST PRESIDENTIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS. IN THIS BOOK, HE PROVIDES INTERESTING AND NEVER BEFORE SEEN INFO AND PHOTOGRAPHS. ONE OF THE MOST MEMORABLE IS ONE OF LBJ BREATHING DOWN SOME POOR GUY'S NECK. THIS BOOK PROVIDES AND IN DEPTH LOOK AT SOME OF OUR MOST POPULAR PRESIDENTS INCLUDING A WONDERFUL CHAPTER OF JOHN F KENNEDY. AS FOR MR TAMES, I HAD THE OPPERTUNITY TO MEET THIS AMAZING MAN ON A GIRL SCOUT TRIP TO WASHINGTON DC WHEN I WAS YOUNGER. HE GAVE ME AN AUTOGRAPHED POSTER OF SOME OF HIS PHOTOS BECAUSE I WAS "THE KENNEDY FAN" I RECCOMEND THIS BOOK TO ANYONE WHO IS INTRESTED IN KENNEDY, OR IN BEAUTIFUL PHOTOGRAPHY.

Claudia Wilds has done a wonderful job of presenting lots places, including little nooks and crannies to find birds in the greater D.C. area. Directions to locations are detailed and generally accurate, with lots of helpful information.

Well written, and easy to understand. A wonderful guide for exploring the world of birds.